ALVIN PETER PIPER

Alvin P. Piper entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 14, 2019 at the age of 84. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Alvin was retired  laborer with Avondale Shipyard for 34 years. Beloved husband of the late Bessie  Jones Piper.  Devoted father of Alvin Gerard Piper,  and Dana Piper McClondon. Grandfather of the late Graciella  Piper.  Son of  the late Edward Piper and Albirta Melanson.  Grandson of the late James  Melanson. Brother of Marion Albritton of Detroit, MI., and the late Irma Butler, and Louis Piper.  Brother in law of the late Marcelle Piper of Chester, VA, and  Edward Butler of Marrero, LA., also survived by 8 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family also priest and parishioners of  St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 455 Ames Blvd. Marrero, LA on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at 11:00a.m. Father Sydney Speaks, Celebrant. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.m.; Recitation of Rosary 9:45a.m.; Celebration of Life 10:15a.m. Interment: Our Lady of Peace Cemetery-Vacherie, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA.  To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.