Save our cemeteries help keep cemeteries clean. Save our cemeteries encourage individuals, schools, or group people to take in part of volunteer work. This very helpful in keeping cemeteries clean specially in New Orleans where there are many old cemeteries. Some people are scared to go to cemeteries because some have gotten old and a little rusty. Even I get goosebumps when I go to cemetery. Save Our Cemetery is helping to eliminate this problem. When the cemeteries would be regularly cleaned then they will seem less spooky. There would be more visitors to the cemeteries. Save Our Cemetery is also promoting volunteering services. People are getting chance to take part in community. Students are motivated to help in the community. This also can take away the fear of dying which some people have in themselves. Once they join a program with Save Our Cemeteries then they will visit cemeteries more than they usually do. The fear of dying among themselves can be eliminated. Save Our Cemetery is an important organization because some people wouldn’t even take time out to go clean outside in the community and specially in the cemeteries where sometimes it can get scary. They are considerate enough to help the people who have past away from this world by keeping they burial place clean.
From what you’ve read for this week, speculate how Save Our Cemeteries might play a role in the promotion of a just and humane society? Monday, May 2 2011
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Write an obituary about the individual buried at St. Louis Cemetery #2 whom your group is researching. Monday, May 2 2011
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Ernie K-Doe
New Orleans, LA. – Ernie was born on February 22, 1936, in New Orleans, LA. was an African American. He was a rhythm and blue singer. He was best known for his 1961 hit single “Mother In Law”.
K-Doe recorded as a member of the group the Blue Diamonds in 1954 before making his first solo recordings. His top hit “Mother In Law” was written by Allen Toussaint. It was number one on pop and r&b charts.
In the 1980s K-Doe did radio shows on New Orleans community stations wwoz and wtul. K-Doe’s catch phrases were “Burn, K-Doe, Burn!” “I’m a charity hospital Baby!” and he addressed himself “You just good, that’s all!”.
K-Doe continued performing and occasionally recording until shortly before his death. One of K-Doe’s most notable later performances was at New Orleans aquarium of the americas where he performed at a benefit for a local group aiding people with disabilities. He was also an accomplished drummer.
K-Doe died in 2001. There was a traditional jazz funeral for him. He is buried in the Duval tomb in Saint Louis Cemetery #2, in New Orleans, LA. He is buried in the same tomb with his second mother-in-law. He was very close to her and he is also buried with his best friend Earl King.
Enrie K-Doe will always be remembered. He was a great man and his fans in New Orleans will never forgive him.
Write an obituary about the individual buried at St. Louis Cemetery #2 whom your group is researching. Saturday, Apr 30 2011
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Ernie K-Doe was a southern renown, African American R & B singer. He was born February 22, 1936, and passed away on July 5, 2001 at the age of 65. His most famous single which topped the Billboard Pop singles was “Mother-in-Law”. It was dedicated to his very own mother-in-law whom he loved and cherished dearly during his time.
K-Doe musically inspired and was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. He initiated his career as an entertainer by beginning a radio show. He used these shows to showcase his talent, energy, and character as an entertainer, and as a result, many became familiar with his style and demeanor.
He later went on to make music his passion and success. He made hit single after hit single, and eventually made himself a marketable and prominent figure in southern Louisiana. He will be forever missed.
Ernie K-Doe leaves behind him a legacy and a passion that none will ever forget. His character, smile, and love for music were transformed into a success, and many will remember him for his talent. It is one thing for him to possess a talent, but it was an extraordinary blessing to share his gifts with the world.
He leaves behind to cherish his love, his wife, family, friends, and loved ones. Also, his fans will forever listen to his music, and remember the inspiration he shared with many. K-Doe will definitely be missed, and we will do all we can to respect his family in these times of grief.
Funeral services have not yet been arranged. Once decided, the public will be notified of the time, date and place. However, it is not guaranteed that this event will be opened entirely to the public. Many are encouraged to attend though.
Forever rest in peace Ernie K-Doe. You will be missed.
Week 8 Wednesday, Apr 20 2011
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The city of New Orleans is renowned for its enriched culture and history through the preservation of its cemeteries. In particular, St. Louis Cemetery #2, also known as the “City of the Dead”, has remained as a significant artifact of New Orleans. Constructed in 1823, St. Louis Cemetery #2 was built to distant the victims that suffered from the Yellow Fever epidemic. During that time, it was a common misbelieve that the Yellow Fever was an airborne illness. Worried that the dead might release deadly air fumes, the people gave birth to this cemetery in hope of containing this disease.
St. Louis Cemetery #2 is also well-known for its beautiful architecture. This cemetery shows a vast amount of diverse architectural styles. Different extravagant tombs and statues are scattered across the cemetery, each piece having its own special symbolic meaning. Some of these expensive pieces were even created by famous architects. It has been rumored that a few of these pieces have been stolen and sold off.
These works of art as well as famous peoples are the main attraction for cemetery tours in New Orleans. Many interesting people have been buried at the St. Louis Cemetaries. A few of these people include Marie Laveau, renowned Voodoo priestess, Henriette DeLille, the Blessed Mother, and Etienne De Bore, the first mayor of New Orleans. The fascinating stories of these individuals and their tombs keep tourists coming to visit.
St. Louis Cemetery #2 stands as strong as its purpose. Even through Hurricane Katrina, St. Louis Cemetery #2 has withstood powerful winds and dangerous floods. Although the cemetery has made it through these many decades, it has also developed wear and tear over the years. An organization fully devoted to conserving the essence of St. Louis #2 has been created to aid in the process of fixing its damages. We are here to spread the word about this organization to support the preservation of this very significant part of the New Orleans heritage.
Obituary for Pierre Soule Wednesday, Apr 20 2011
Uncategorized and Week 8 10:28 AM
Pierre Soule departed this life in the 1800s, he was a a Spanish resident until he was exiled. His funeral will be held at Gesemane Catholic Church. And his burial will be at whispering Pines cemetary. His funeral arrangements were done by Olive Garden Funeral Home.
Write an obituary about the individual buried at St Louis Cemetery No. 2 whom your group is researching. Tuesday, Apr 19 2011
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Henriette DeLille was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana to father Jean-Baptiste and mother Marie-Josèphe. Born into a common law marriage, Henriette DeLille was just another typical girl growing up in New Orleans, Louisiana. Henriette DeLille was trained by her mother in French Literature, music, dance, and nursing. She was training for when she ultimately had to take her mother’s place as a wife of a wealthy white man.Since a very young age, under the care of her mother, she attended many quadroon balls, a chief element of their social world. Although she had greatly appreciated all of the many things that were done for her, Henriette was directed in a new light. She had a passion for teaching the Catholic faith.
She became an outspoken opponent of the system of placque, on the grounds that it represented a violation of the Catholic sacrament of marriage. In 1827, at the age of 14, the well-educated Henriette began teaching at the local Catholic school. Over the next several years, her devotion to caring for and education of the poor grew, causing conflict with her mother. Her mother had wanted her to live a life of a wife, but Henriette DeLille was persistent at making a difference in her local community, and soon nationwide.
In 1835, after her mother had become ill, Henriette inherited 100% of her mother’s assets, and that is when she first began her missionary work. In 1836 she used the proceeds to found a small congregation known as the Sisters of the Presentation. After suffering severe racism throughout her missionary work Henriette DeLille continued to thrive regardless of her circumstances.In 1842, the congregation changed its name to the Sisters of the Holy Family.
Henriette DeLille continued a life of service to the poor of New Orleans. She died in 1862. Friends attributed her death to a life of service, poverty, and hard work. Following her death Henriette DeLille left her work to thrive with 12 members left in the order. By 1909, it had grown to 150 members, and operated parochial schools in New Orleans that served 1,300 students. By 1950, membership in the order peaked at 400.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henriette_DeLille#Early_life
Write an obituary about the individual buried at St Louis Cemetery No. 2 whom your group is researching. Tuesday, Apr 19 2011
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Jacques Phillippe Villere, a native born governor of Louisiana that died March 7, 1830 after his retirement in Conseil Plantation, St. Bernard Parish.
Jacques P. Villere was born in St. John’s Parish, Louisiana on April 28, 1760 by his parents Joseph Roy Villere and Louise Margueritte Delachaisse. He was educated in France while serving for Louis XVI in the French army. He became a first lieutenant of artillery while stationed in Sai Domingue. Villere later returned back to his native state and served as a general in the territorial militia while fighting in the Battle of New Orleans. In August 1784 Villere married his wife Jeanne Henriette Fazende. A year later in 1785 they bore their first child out of 8, Gabriel Villere. In 1812 Villere entered into the politics becoming a member of the first State Constitutional Convention. By popular vote Villere became the Governor 1816 with an increase in population and the economy being strong. During his term, legislation pertaining to the Black Code was sanctioned, the death penalty was imposed on anyone who killed a person in a duel, limitless immigration was banned, and negotiations between the American and Creole populations were conducted. Villere as governor had to endure his own regional conflicts of the Prosperity bringing conflict between the Anglo-Americans and the Creoles whose families had been in Louisiana for generations. Villere term ended on December 18, 1820. After four years Villere ran for office for reelection and lost. Instead he severed as a presidential elector. After his life serving Jacques Philippe Villere resided at the Conseil Plantation. In 1826 his wife died and four years following Villere he took his last breathes as well. Jacques Philippe Villere remains at the St. Louis Cemetery along with his wife and some of his children and great grand- children.
Week 8 Monday, Apr 18 2011
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Marie Laveau II was the daughter of the voodoo queen Marie Laveau. She was one of many Marie Laveau’s but left her mark on society when she parted in death. Marie was known for her voodoo rituals and brining large crowds to come and watch her. She was very popular with younger women because she was known for helping them find husbands. Marie will be missed very much and her rituals will also be missed. People will pay tribute to her for years to come. Marie will be very much missed by the people of New Orleans because she played such a huge role in society. Her memories will forever live on just like her spirit. Even though she left no children behind she left behind her brothers and sisters. But preceding her in death was her mother Marie Laveau and her father Jacques Paris. She will join her famous mother and father in the afterlife. Marie Laveau’s rituals will be forever remembered because they left such a huge impact. Even though many people often got her confused with her mother she just wanted to make sure she lived on through her. Marie Laveau is really one of those women who brought voodoo to light and helped it to continue to live on. Even though she didn’t take the same path as her mother with it she still will be remembered for it and what she made it to be. Marie left her mark on society and will always be remembered and honored for the things she did. Marie Laveau the II will go down in history for all of the amazing things she has done for the city of New Orleans and the voodoo practice. Even though it was not all appreciated she left a permanent mark on the culture and it will be forever remembered.
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Sunday, Apr 17 2011
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Henriette DeLille, a woman who stood for what was right, pass away on November 6, 1862. She was born a free woman of color to Jean Delille and Marie-Josephe Diaz in New Orleans, Louisiana She believed in helping others, was a feminist, social worker, and educator. She was brought up in the catholic church and taught young black people. Henriette DeLille founded the Sisters of the Holy Family in 1835 that was made up of colored woman.
She leaves behind her beloved family and the Sister of the Holy Family that has since grown.
Blog 8- Write an obituary about the individual buried at St Louis Cemetery No. 2 whom your group is researching. Sunday, Apr 17 2011
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The city of New Orleans is known for its culture and vast history. New Orleans is home to many historians, musicians, artists, actors, and even privates. One of the most well-known historic landmarks in New Orleans is St Louis Cemetery Number 2. Here is where many of the historians and historical are buried including the pirate Dominique You.
Dominique You 1775- 1830.
Dominique You, a well-known pirate, soldier, privateer, historian, and current resident of New Orleans, LA, departed the world on November 15, 1830. Because he had recently moved to New Orleans in order to get away from the charges put against him for piracy, any information about You’s family have not been recorded. You was a very secretive and successful. A few years after the yellow fever plague took the lives of many French soldiers, You went to New Orleans were he became captain on the French Corsair Le Pandoure. You became a very successful smuggler while sailing his ship, and because him and his brothers were privateers, they constantly preyed on Spanish ships in the Gulf of Mexico, damaging the Spanish Commerce in the gulf. Soon after, when You settled in New Orleans he became a politician and a firm supporter of General Andrew Jackson. The death of Dominique You, is and will remain unknown simply because his life was so secretive. You is a very important historian to the City of New Orleans because he is one person who help made the city what it is today. Following the funeral of Mr. Dominique You, he will be buried at St. Louis Cemetery Number 2 right here in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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