Bernell Ollie Elder, Sr

Bernell Duke Ollie Elder departed this life on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. Duke served 10 years in the armed forces, where he received numerous medals and citations. He was later employed by the Orleans Parish Sheriff Office from which he retired after 20 years of service. Beloved husband of Marilyn M. Elder. Loving father of Vanisha N. Jackson and Bernell O. Elder, II. Grandfather of Isis, Nya, Tatyana, Breyana, and Madison. Father-in-law of Floyd D. Jackson and Ayana Elder; also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age: 62 years a native and resident of New Orleans, La. Relatives and friends of the family also, pastors, officers, and members of Mt. Herman Baptist and neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral service at Mt. Herman Baptist Church, 3512 Hwy 90, Avondale, La. on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 10:00a.m. Bishop Sean Elder-officiating Visitation will begin at 8:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Woodlawn Park Memorial Cemetery-Westwego, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.