Louise Anderson Dunbar

Dr. Louise Anderson Dunbar, 96, died peacefully on December 31, 2023 in Covington, Louisiana. Louise was born December 12, 1927 in Atlanta, GA where she grew up. She was the daughter of John Cody Anderson and Mary Whitley Anderson and was first married to Dr. William G. Dunbar. Later she married Aaron M. Kohn, the love of her life. They had a special relationship and traveled to China, Russia and several venues of mutual interest.

Louise was a beautiful and gracious lady who obtained her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 1964, and completed her residency in psychiatry at Tulane University School of Medicine. While in medical school, she was one of the few female students in her class. She had a psychiatric practice in New Orleans for nearly 40 years and practiced at the New Orleans Mental Health Clinic one day a week for much of her career. She supported women’s equality and the importance of women in the community and workplace. She believed that quality mental health care should be accessible and encouraged in all walks of life.

Louise loved the outdoors and was a dedicated gardener. She obtained a Master Gardener’s certification through the LSU agricultural program. She loved art, painted, sculpted and enjoyed hand stitching. Louise loved dogs, raised several throughout the course of her life and was a constant supporter of animal rights organizations.

Louise is survived by Michael George Dunbar (wife Ann Blanchard Dunbar) and Douglas Anderson Dunbar. Her grandchildren are Dr. Scott W. Dunbar, Dr. Ross M. Dunbar, Elizabeth A. Dunbar (Liz), Camille C. Dunbar, Madeline Dunbar Tryforos (Maddie), and Andrew M. Dunbar; and her great grandchildren are Taylor Dunbar, Eloise Dunbar, Mattox Dunbar, F. Barrett Dunbar (Bear), Norah Dunbar, and Adair Tryforos.

A visitation for Louise will be held Saturday, January 13, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124, followed by a memorial service at 12:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to the Northshore Humane Society, 20384 Harrison Ave., Covington, LA 70433.