Ruth Marie Whipple

Predeceased in death by her loving husband Maurice E Whipple Sr., of 52 years. Mother to Melissa W Coulon (Mark), Paul Whipple (Tory), Tammy Whipple, Dana Richard (Scott), and Jessica Newchurch (Jared). Daughter of the late Varice Pete and Velma Guidry. Sister to Edith Leco, Sidney Guidry (Paulette), Bridget Brathbury (Glen), Donna Meerman, Charles Guidry (Rose), Clarence Guidry (April). Predeceased in death by the late Delores Guidry. Survived by 15 grandchildren, a host of great grandchildren, numerous loving nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She worked at J. C. Penney’s for over 25 years and retired after Hurricane Katrina. She was a member of the St. Cletus Ladies Auxiliary Council. Her hobbies were crocheting, needle pointing, working on puzzles, spending time with family and cheering on the Saints on Sundays. She was a native of Lafitte, Louisiana and resided in Gretna, Louisiana for 25 years.

Relatives and friends of the family invited to attend a Funeral Mass at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 2653 Jean Lafitte Blvd., Lafitte, LA, on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, at 11:00 am with visitation from 10:00 am until Mass time. Interment will follow at later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society, 2605 River Rd., New Orleans, LA 70121 in her memory. Our family would like to extend a big Thank You to the staff of Heart of Hospice and especially to our wonderful nurse, Melinda for all their love and support throughout this process. Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expy., Marrero, LA in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences available at www.westsideleitzeagan.com