Stephen Dennis Manshel

Stephen D. Manshel, 85, passed away on November 23rd, surrounded by his devoted wife of 62 years, Ellen Manshel; his daughters, Wendy Manshel Weinman and Julie Edwards-Manshel; and his grandchildren, Chloe Ellen Weinman and Nicholas Aaron Weinman.

Stephen made New Orleans his home for the past 60 years—a city he deeply loved and championed throughout his life. As a real estate developer and hotelier, he took great pride in helping shape the landscape of the city through the development of numerous hotels and other notable projects.

Known for his strong work ethic and his devotion to “The Three F’s”— family, food, and true friendships—Stephen lived life with passion and purpose. His many interests included snow skiing, sailing, tennis, golf, and traveling. He was generous with his time and committed to supporting causes close to his heart. His community involvement included serving on the Audubon Park Building Commission for the creation of various new exhibits, serving as a Friends of Music Board Member, contributing to the Touro Synagogue Chapel Building Committee, and acting as President of AIPAC of Louisiana.

Stephen will be remembered for the many ways he embraced life in the Big Easy—his love of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, his enthusiasm for Jazz Fest and Mardi Gras as a proud member of the Krewe of Hermes, and his enjoyment of the Food and Wine Society and the Chaîne de Rôtisseurs.

A private burial took place on November 25th. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the Touro Synagogue Chapel.

The family requests that donations be made in Stephen’s memory to Jewish Family Services or Second Harvest Food Bank.