Pause Days Gone By by Bruce H. Zimmerman (ASCAP)
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“Christi, Lori and the entire family, So sorry I missed the services as I was having surgery that day. But, I just wanted to let you all know that my...Read More »
1 of 33 | Posted by: Susie Arceneaux Gebbia - Meraux, LA

“Reading these messages have brought me comfort but my heart is still aching terribly and I know it will forever. I am still emailing you pictures of...Read More »
2 of 33 | Posted by: Lori - New Orleans, LA

“So saddened by the loss of your mother, Lori. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God help you find comfort and peace in the...Read More »
3 of 33 | Posted by: Diane Dwyer Bostic Miller - AL

“Brian and Richie, I am so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your Mother. Please accept my condolences. ”
4 of 33 | Posted by: Michael Lechleiter - New Orleans, LA

“Brian, So sorry for your loss. Praying that the Lord sends his Holy Spirit to comfort you. ”
5 of 33 | Posted by: Rob Wegmann - Slidell, LA

“Christi, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in prayers. Michelle ”
6 of 33 | Posted by: Michelle Beaucoudray Montagnino - LA

“You are in our thoughts and prayers. Lynda ”
7 of 33 | Posted by: Lynda Wilson - Chesapeake Beach , MD

“Brian, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies. You and the family are in my prayers. Dale ”
8 of 33 | Posted by: Dale Pritchett - Metairie, LA

“Brian, I am so sorry for your loss. From the few times I met your mother, I realized you were blessed. You and your family are in my prayers. ...Read More »
9 of 33 | Posted by: Mary Lively - Slidell, LA

“Brian, Lori and Christy, I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. What a beautiful person Ms. Martha was! I thank you for sharing...Read More »
10 of 33 | Posted by: Becky Trahan Maillet - Slidell, LA

“Brian, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was such a doll...I really enjoyed knowing her!! You're a great son and I know how proud she...Read More »
11 of 33 | Posted by: Johanna Heller - Slidell, LA

“Brian, you and your entire family are in my heart and my prayers. ”
12 of 33 | Posted by: Lesa Shannon - Slidell, , LA

“Martha was one of the sweetest ladies I had the pleasure of knowing. I only knew her for a short period of time, due to my friendship with her...Read More »
13 of 33 | Posted by: Mariah Thompson - Chalmette, LA

“My heart aches for your loss, a mother's love is like no other but always know you have an angel for life as she will guide you and comfort you in...Read More »
14 of 33 | Posted by: MERRILEE Deville - Chalmette , LA

“The Leco's thoughts and prayers are with you guys, I just got to know Mrs Martha on FB and she was a kick. You all have an angel looking down on you...Read More »
15 of 33 | Posted by: Joy Leco

“So sorry for the lost of your mother. She was a great person and a big part of my life while growning up. We lost touch until facebook but I will...Read More »
16 of 33 | Posted by: Claire Cook - Gretna, LA - Niece

“Brian and family, So sorry for your loss. I know your Mom will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Take care, Cherie ”
17 of 33 | Posted by: Chetie Landry - Covington, LA

“Such a wonderfully nice and funny lady, blessed with the love of her family and friends. Our love to you all. ”
18 of 33 | Posted by: Annette and Andrew Leat - LA

“Our thoughts and prayers to the family. "just when the caterpillar thought her life was over, she began to fly." ”
19 of 33 | Posted by: Kelly and Craig DeJager - Owasso, OK

“So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you, Tommy & Susie Porte ”
20 of 33 | Posted by: Susan C. Porte - Prairieville, LA

“Our heart is heavy with the loss of our friend.She will be sadly missed by all. No words could ever express how our hearts go out to our daughter-in...Read More »
21 of 33 | Posted by: Lester and Jeannette Hueschen - LA

“Aunt martha will be truly missed. brian christy and lori. you all are in my prayers ”
22 of 33 | Posted by: brandon price - prague, OK

“christi so very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom, if we can do anything let us know. the Wallaces ”
23 of 33 | Posted by: congetta - chalmette, LA

“Brian,Lori,and Christi,I will be thinking of ya'll.I will miss her dearly.She was a great woman.Love Ya,ll ”
24 of 33 | Posted by: Chad Price Sr - Prague, OK

“Brian,my heart goes out to you and your family and Richie too. I always looked for you guys every time I went to the chorus or any play because I...Read More »
25 of 33 | Posted by: Larry Stillings - Madisonville, LA

“Requiescat in pace. ”
26 of 33 | Posted by: Brian Morgan - New Orleans, LA

“Lori, I'm sorry to hear the news of your Mother. Ms. Martha was a lovely person, and fun to be around. My thoughts and prayers for all of your...Read More »
27 of 33 | Posted by: Rhonda Zimmerman - Independence, LA

“So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. You and your family are in my prayers. ”
28 of 33 | Posted by: Shirley Colvin - River Ridge, LA

“Sorry to hear of your loss, Christie,David, Lori and Brian. Your mom was a great women that always made everyone laugh. She has left this life but...Read More »
29 of 33 | Posted by: Pamela and Robert Mullen - LA

“You will truly be missed...I would love to share a memory but we had to many on the Ellen Dr. to pick just one. Your laugh, smile, and kindness will...Read More »
30 of 33 | Posted by: Michelle Gowland Bryan - LA

“Ms. Martha made me feel part of the Plauche clan immediately and I always looked forward to catching up whenever we were in town for a wedding,...Read More »
31 of 33 | Posted by: Lisa Huff - Dallas, TX

“Prayers,Love to the Fam.,of Martha You will be missed, i can still hear you laughing You are now with Rudy & Paula If only i could talk to you...Read More »
32 of 33 | Posted by: Rose Marie & Randy Randall - CA

“We've had so many memories together. I'm glad your in a wonderful place right now. I'm going to miss you so much Chè! I love you! May you rest in...Read More »
33 of 33 | Posted by: Austin Gouzien - Semmes, AL


Martha Rabalais Plauche' passed away at her home Friday, May 11, 2012 at the age of 79. Beloved wife of the late Paul Rudy Plauche', Loving mother of Brian Joseph Plauche' (Richard), Lori Plauche' Gouzien (A.J.), Christi Plauche' Huff (David) and the late Paula Marie Plauche'. Daughter of the late Theresa and Albert Rabalais. Sister of Wilma Couvillion (the late Eugene), Jerome Rabalais (Gaynell) and Albert Rabalais (Magda). Grandmother of Chloe Marie Huff, Colin Paul Huff and Paul John Gouzien. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Martha resided in New Orleans and was a former long time resident of St. Bernard. She was a loving mother and proud grandmother who also loved her grandpuppies. Martha enjoyed Carnival Balls, especially getting presented to the King and attending local plays.
She will be fondly remembered for her kind and generous heart, her great sense of humor, infectious laugh and love of life.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens.