Elsie Gleber Wichterich peacefully passed away and has gone to be with the Lord, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, May 27 at the age of 96. Elsie was a native New Orleanian who resided in Metairie since 1958. Elsie is proceeded in death by George, her sorely missed soulmate and husband of over 60 years. Elsie was the beloved daughter and only child of Mary Scheuermann and Jacob Gleber. Elsie graduated from the Academy of Holy Angels at the age of 15 and earned degrees in stenography and accounting from Soule Business College. At the age of 17 she was employed as an accountant/stenographer at the Southern Pine Association. She retired in 1979 and enjoyed sharing stories of her 38 years of “running the Association”. Elsie and George were “9th Ward sweethearts” who were truly world travelers and they especially loved driving and seeing America in their trusted Buick. Elsie talked non-stop about George, the World War II Museum, world travels, the old neighborhood, and her proud German heritage. Elsie was active in numerous civic and social organizations including St. Louis King of France, AARP #3902, Busy Bees, the 30th Infantry Division Association, NARFE #41, Ladies Auxiliary Purple Heart #1955, Post Office Credit Union, and “the walkers” in Lakeside Shopping Center. Of course, she enjoyed dining out locally at Don’s Seafood, Mr. Ed’s, and Ruth’s Chris. She enjoyed a beautiful life and loved ending a busy day by relaxing with George and a martini or two. Her recent daily routine always included cups of black coffee with an evening glass of wine, especially Yellowtail Shiraz or Merlot. Many thanks to her friends, neighbors, and sitters/caregivers. Elise is especially missed by Glendale, Paul, Sandy, Louis, Marvin, and Ronnie. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the World War II Museum in George’s name (nationalww2-museum.org/give).
A future memorial service and celebration with “adult beverages” will be scheduled at an appropriate time.
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