Ora (O.F.) Dier, 84, was born 4-19-1938 in Lexie, MS. Longtime resident of Arabi and Slidell, LA. He entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 14, 2022. He was preceded in death by his son Bruce K. Dier, parents Winnie and Hezzie Dier, 5 brothers, 3 sisters, and grandson-in-law Ryan Vitrana. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years Jane (Holmes) Dier, daughter Tina (the late Ralph M. Boteler Jr.), sons Daniel (Shirley) Dier and Keith (Lynne) Dier. He is also survived by his brothers Pat Dier, Paul (Helen) Dier and sister Edna (the late Jimmy Robertson). Proud grandfather of Mitchell (Natisha) Boteler, Ashley (David Hebert) Vitrana, Renee (Don) Watson, Brittany (Frank) Guerra, Matthew (Ashley) Dier, Kelly (Haley) Dier, Michael (Theresa) Dier, Christopher Dier, Amanda (Derrick) Campo and Logan Bucher, 28 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Survivors also include sister-in-law Pauline Hilburn and brother-in-law Eddie (Bo) Hilburn.
“Paw Paw” as he was called by so many was an avid gardener. His pride and joy was his tomato garden, and he enjoyed showing it to all. Everyone looked forward to Paw Paw’s delicious tomatoes every spring. He had a great sense of humor and loved spending time with family and friends. Paw Paw never met a stranger and loved sharing stories. He could often be found puttering around in his backyard shed working on his various projects. Leaving him after a visit, he would always say, “What’s your Hurry?”
Love and miss you, Paw Paw. Rest in you Savior’s arms.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Thursday, May 19th from 9:00AM – 11:00AM, followed by a service beginning at 11:00AM. He will be laid to rest with military honors in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens.
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