Wendell was the adoring husband of Jenny Gaspard Fourcade for 13 years, and was eagerly awaiting the birth of their first child in late August of 2018. Father of Ashley Fourcade. Brother of Brenda Pierrotti (Steve), Wilfred Fourcade, Jr. (the late Carole), and the late Noel Fourcade (Annette). He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.
Wendell was a member of Knights of Columbus, chapter 5747, and served his community as a Police Officer for 26 years; most recently as an Officer of the East Jefferson Levee District Police. He also served with the LSU Health & Science Campus Police, University of New Orleans Police, the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office, the Mississippi River Bridge Authority and the Harbor Police. Wendell lived a life dedicated to giving back to his community. He was much loved, and will be missed by all who knew him.
A visitation will be held in Wendell’s honor on Monday, July 23, 2018 at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. VIRTUE STREET, in Chalmette from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, followed by a Funeral Mass at 1:00 PM. He will be laid to rest in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens, in Covington. In lieu of flowers, please show your love and support for Wendell and his family by selecting an item from his baby’s gift registry. The registry’s can be found on amazon.com, walmart.com and target.com, under the names of Wendell and Jenny Fourcade.
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