Lacara obituaries, Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana

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Lacara, Mary Grace            19 Feb 2000    Feb 2000    Don Johnson
Lacara, Philomene Chehardy    19 Dec 2007    Dec 2007    Jerry Nelson

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Obituary published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge) on:  2/19/2000

LACARA, MARY GRACE
A native and resident of Hammond, she died Thursday, Feb. 17, 2000, at
North Oaks Medical Center, Hammond. She was 65. Visitation at Harry
McKneely & Son Funeral Home, Hammond, from 9 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Saturday.
Religious services at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Hammond, at 11 a.m.
Saturday. Interment in Holly Gardens Cemetery. Survived by a sister, 
Anna Lacara Mancuso, Hammond; two brothers, Angelo Lacara and Joe Lacara,
both of Hammond; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her
parents, Sam and Mary Notariano Lacara.

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Obituary published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge):  12/19/2007

LACARA, PHILOMENE CHEHARDY
Philomene Chehardy Lacara, 72, passed away Sunday, Dec. 16, 2007, at North
Oaks Medical Center. A lifelong resident of Hammond and Amite, she was born
October 25, 1935, to George and Virginia Chehardy, both deceased. As a
lover of learning and education, she achieved her undergraduate degree and
later master's degree, from Southeastern Louisiana University in the study
of the English language. She graduated with honors and was a proud member
of the 13 Club which recognizes academic excellence. While raising her
family, Philomene was a teacher throughout her professional career with
service to the Holy Ghost Catholic School, Ponchatoula High School, Hammond
High School, Hammond State School and the Southeast Louisiana Hospital
educational program. In 1958, Philomene married Angelo Lacara Sr. Together
they raised four children and later became the proud grandparents of six
grandchildren. In addition to her loving husband, she is survived by her
oldest son Angelo Jr., his wife Sue, and their children, Marcus and Alison;
daughter, Ginger Lacara and her daughter, Emily; daughter, Diana Benner and
her husband, Rob, and their daughters, Haley and Emma; and youngest son,
George, his wife, Ashley and their daughter, Taylor. Philomene was very
committed and close to her siblings throughout her life. She was preceded
in death, by her older brother, John Chehardy. She is survived by her
younger sister, George Ann Smith, and younger brother, Peter Michael
Chehardy, both of Amite. Numerous nieces and nephews can remember fond
times, especially at the holidays, with Aunt Phil. Phil enjoyed a good
travel adventure and always looked forward to vacations in the Smokey
Mountains that she and Angelo took to Maggie Valley. After retirement, she
shared her time between her grandchildren and her hobbies. As a devout
Catholic, Philomene was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Her
devotion to prayer and the rosary was well known within her family. The
family would like to thank the numerous friends and prayer groups who
faithfully walked with her during her moments of joy, pain and challenges.
She was truly appreciative of all your emotional and spiritual support. She
was also committed to helping the community. During her tenure at the
Hammond State School, she found a special love for all the staff and
students. One of her favorite volunteer activities was the annual Christmas
party sponsored by her beloved Lioness Club. She also enjoyed her volunteer
experiences with Special Olympics and various cancer organizations. Family
and friends are invited to join visitation at Holy Ghost Catholic Church,
Hammond, on Wednesday, Dec. 19, from 9 a.m. until funeral Mass at 11 a.m.
Interment in Holly Gardens Cemetery, Hammond.  

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