Gwendolyn "Gwennie" Nunez Cantrell

Gwennie was the cherished wife of the late Lloyd Cantrell, Jr. They were married 76 years ago, building a beautiful lifelong love story, raising a family, and creating a lifetime of memories that will forever be treasured.

She is survived by her loving children, Bradley Cantrell, Sr. (Joann) and Paula Melerine (Ricky). She was the cherished grandmother of Shannon Cantrell, Bradley Cantrell, Jr. (Jacob), Mindy Licciardi (Sal III), and Tony Melerine, Jr. (Channon). She adored her great-grandchildren, Savanah Cantrell (Day), Sal Licciardi IV, Londyn Melerine, and Samee Licciardi, and treasured her great-great-grandchildren, Jade and Jordynn Britton.

Gwennie was the devoted daughter of the late Kinta Villanueva Nunez and the late Martin Nunez, Sr. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Martin Nunez, Jr. (Rose), Maxine Borne (Marvin), Glenn Nunez, Sr. (Audrey), Rudolph Nunez (Carolyn), Leander Nunez, Sr. (Lena), and Felix Nunez, Sr. (Lexie).

She was MawMaw and Grandma to her extended family, whom she loved and adored with an unconditional love that had no limits.

Gwennie spent 31 years of her career at the Michoud Assembly Facility, working for Chrysler and Boeing before retiring from Martin Marietta. She was incredibly proud to have been part of the space program.

A woman of deep Catholic faith, she was a lifelong parishioner of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. She generously volunteered for the Oyster Festival and wherever else the church needed her. Her faith was an important part of who she was, and in her younger years, she shared that faith by teaching religion to elementary school children.

Her home was the heart of countless celebrations, get-togethers, and unforgettable memories. Christmas Eve was especially cherished, with her annual Pajama Party. Her legendary hospitality and wonderful cooking will never be forgotten.

Her family was her greatest joy. She attended every family function and event, always bringing love and warmth to those around her. She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, generosity, and togetherness that will continue for generations.

Her life was our blessing. Her memory, our treasure. She will remain in our hearts forever.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2621 Colonial Blvd., Violet, LA. A Funeral Mass will follow. She will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery, St. Bernard, LA.