Phillip Howard Roussell

Phillip H. Roussell, age 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2020. A native of New Orleans, Phil was born on February 4, 1940 to the late Howard K. Roussell and Audrey S. Roussell. He was the devoted husband of the late Carole P. Roussell; loving father to Phillip H. Roussell, Jr. (Denise) and Karen R. Litolff (Ralph); grandfather to Ryan C. Roussell, Shannon E. Roussell, Amanda G. Litolff and Andrew C. Litolff; and brother to Joseph K. Roussell (Jeannette) and the late Linda R. Hymel. He is also survived by his nieces, Roslyn M. Hymel and Julianne R. Kleinpeter (Kyle); and nephew, Jason K. Roussell (Stephanie) and their families.

Phil was a graduate of Jesuit High School and LSU New Orleans. He was a devout parishioner of St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Metairie. He retired from Amoco Production Company in 1991 after 27 years of service.

Phil was very loyal to his family. He was married for 48 years to his wife, Carole, until her passing in 2011. A perfect day for him would be spent with his soulmate, Carole, watching one of his grandchildren participate in a ball game, dance recital, or band performance and then having the entire family gather for a good meal at one of his favorite restaurants. After Carole’s passing, Phil learned a new normal. Phil enjoyed spending time with his friends, old and new. The family would like to send special thanks to everyone who knew him, cared for him, and loved him.

Due to the current circumstances, services will be private at this time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. The family invites you to express your fond thoughts, memories and condolences online at lakelawnmetairie.com.