Geraldine "Gerry" Gravois Waguespack passed away peacefully on Friday, August 10, 2018 at the age of 88 surrounded by love. She was a native of Port Allen, LA and a resident of River Ridge, LA for the last 61 yrs. Beloved wife of the late Sidney Jean Waguespack, Jr. Daughter of the late Emily C. Melancon Gravois and Henry John Gravois, Sr. Loving mother of Geraldine “Geri” W. Mayville (Bob), Robert “Bob” J. Waguespack (Donna), Juanita W. Perkins (Frank), David P. Waguespack, Ellen M. Waguespack (Jane), Diane W. Romeo (Darrin), Joann W. Mancuso (Tom), and the late Kathleen W. Bonomolo (Jay). Sister of Ethel G. Pourciau (Ray), Roland A. Gravois (Carmen) and the late Adrienne G. Brazan, Pearl G. McIver, Barbara G. Jeanfreau, Lloyd Gravois, Henry John "H.J." Gravois Jr., and Francis “Frank” Gravois. She is also survived by 13 beloved grandchildren, 8 cherished great grandchildren and numerous treasured nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Waguespack had a bright smile, a quiet gentle spirit and a generous heart. She loved children and fostering their imagination and creativity. She possessed a strong faith and held that faith along with education forms the foundation for a thriving family, a healthy society and flourishing community. She was among the founding members of St. Matthew The Apostle Catholic Church in River Ridge. For over 55 years she was an active member the New Orleans Geological Auxiliary and the Louisiana Volunteers for Family & Community "Homemakers" Club. She was a Lioness supporter with both the Little Farms and River Ridge Lions Clubs and volunteer with multiple community service organizations. An avid world traveler, card and mahjong player, quilter, puzzle maker and gardener. The family wishes to express special thanks and gratitude beyond measure to Hannah Denny of On Time Caring, Shakkie Shannon of Visiting Angles, and the entire team at Compassus Hospice of New Orleans for the loving and compassionate care provided in the final stages of her life.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Friday, August 17, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday, August 18, 2018 at St. Matthew The Apostle Catholic Church, 10021 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA at 10:30 a.m. with Funeral Mass to follow at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be in All Saints Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Teresian Sisters at Society of St. Teresa of Jesus, 18080 St Joseph Way, Covington, LA 70435 and Feed the Children, P. O. Box 36, Oklahoma City, OK 73101-0036, preferred.
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