MelRose LaBure Comeaux

MelRose Doris LaBure Comeaux died peacefully on Thursday, April 2, 2020 in Metairie, Louisiana at the age of 80. MelRose is survived by her daughters GwenDina C. Gebhardt, Denys C. Guidry and Charlet C. Kee and her brother John Salvadore La Bure, Jr. She is preceded in death by her parents John Salvadore La Bure and Doris Mae Eiselen La Bure and her husband Charles Benedict Comeaux. MelRose was born on January 25, 1940 in New Orleans, Louisiana. She graduated from St. Joseph High School in 1957. She married Charles on May 13, 1961. The couple welcomed three daughters into their home. She loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. They remember her as a devoted mother and mawmaw who was full of wit and talent. She was the loving core of her family and brought everyone so much joy. She enjoyed going to festivals and events and costuming for Mardi Gras and Halloween. Her favorite time was spending the holidays with her family. She will always be remembered for her joyful and eccentric handmade gifts. Gardening was her passion and she expressed her talents by creating beautiful floral arrangements. The family would like to thank Dr. Joseph Finstein, Dr.Sudhir Julka, Dr. Stephen Layne, Dr. James Perrien, Dr. Robert Ross, Dr. Celia Storey and especially Dr. Sidney Smith, III and the nurses and staff at Metairie Healthcare Center for her care. A private service will be held at this time for immediate family only. A memorial service will be held at a later date for extended family and friends. JACOB SCHOEN & SON in charge of the arrangements.

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