Michael J. Dunne

Michael Joseph Dunne passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at the age of 94. The son of Armand Dunne and Aline Aucoin Dunne. He was the beloved husband of Eldora Bernard Dunne, Father of Joan Marie Dunne Pitre (the late Leon “Pete” Pitre, Jr.). Grandfather of Chimene Pitre, Michelle Pitre Ryals (Andrew), and David Pitre. Great Grandfather of Drew and Abby Ryals, and the late Aaron Ryals. Survived by one sister Shirley Alwert. Brother of the late Bridget Smith, Odile Bianchini, Enola Cervantes, Nora Bianchini, Leona Gothreaux, John and Armand Dunne. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was a United States Navy “Seabees” and served in World War II. He was a member of the Seafarer’s International Union. He worked as a Chief Baker and Steward for Delta and Alcoa Steamship lines.

He was a past Master of Crescent City Masonic lodge #387 and a current member of the Metairie Lodge #444. He was a member of Jacques de Molay Commandery No. 2 Knights Templar, Orleans Delta #1, RAM & Louisiana #2 CM. He has been a 50 year member of the Masons.

Special thanks to the staff of Home Instead Senior Care and Heart of Hospice. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 West Bank Expy, Marrero, LA on Saturday, January 25, 2014, at 1:00 pm. Visitation from 9:00 am until Mass time. Interment in Westlawn Cemetery, Gretna.

Arrangements under the direction of Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, Marrero, Louisiana.