Ann Y. Maechling

Ann Y. Maechling, passed away at home on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at the age of 82. Born May 11, 1939 in Birmingham, AL and past resident of New Orleans and Kenner, LA. In recent years she has been living in Tickfaw, LA with family.

She is the daughter of the late Andy J. Yeargin and Valentine C. Yeargin. Also preceded in death by her husband, James Herman Maechling; son, James Henry Maechling, her sister Valentine Y. Dauenhauer, brother Edward Cheltenham Yeargin, infant brother Norman Yeargin, niece Dana Y Greenwald Roberts, Nephews: Clarence Maechling Jr, Johnny Sweet, and aunt Ann E. Cheltenham.

Survived by her 4 daughters, Deborah M. Brister (Charles “Joe”), Leonora M. Marquez (late: Luis), Kimberley M. Gonzalez (late: Ricardo Sr.), Dorothy M. Harris (late: Anthony). Sister-in-law Patricia H. Ellis, and brother-in-law Ernest C. Maechling. MeMaw’s grandchildren: Charles Brister III, James Brister, Maria Gonzalez, Ricardo Gonzalez Jr, Monica H. O’Neal, and Melissa Harris and 10 great-grandchildren. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Ann had several jobs over the years but since she was a mom of 5 children, she used that experience working as a nurse assistant at Lakeside Hospital in the nursery. Over the past few years, she missed dearly, teaching her Special Education Adult Sunday School class at Cross Roads Church on Loyola Ave in Kenner, LA.

She will always be remembered for her strength and courage while battling colon cancer for many, many years. The faith that she had in Christ kept her strong when her body was weak. She had the most beautiful smile that would radiate the love she had for life. She will be sadly missed by her family and friend, which we’ll keep her in our heart forever.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Thursday, March 24, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, La. 70124 with Funeral Service beginning at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, make a donation to North Oaks Hospice in Hammond, LA, or charity of your choice.

The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com