Earline DeNoux Provenzano

Earline DeNoux Provenzano passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday evening, February 5, 2017, at the age of 99. She was the beloved wife and soul mate of 72 years of Joseph Anthony Provenzano until his death in 2009. She was a loving, nurturing mother and best friend to her four children: Jolene Schneckenburger (Pete), Janet Genusa (Anthony), Joey Provenzano, Jr. (Suzanne) and Jill Provenzano. Grandmother of Anthony Genusa, III (Stephanie), the late Timmy Genusa, Peter Schneckenburger, IV, Lana Schneckenburger Singley, Holly DeSena (Allen), Joey Provenzano, III, and Avery Provenzano. Great-Grandmother of Jennifer Genusa, Anthony Genusa, IV, Derek Singley, Lacy Singley, Brent Schneckenburger, Blake Schneckenburger, and Luke DeSena. Great-Great-Grandmother of Lyla Singley. She is also survived by her sister Marian DeNoux Jones Masson and many, many nieces, nephews and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents Calixte and Louise DeNoux; her siblings Mable, Bella, Calvin, Lillian, Earl, Bess, Margery, Daniel, O’Nelia, and O’Neil. Earline was born September 15, 2017, at Day Plantation in Plaquemine, LA, and grew up in the farming community of Donaldsonville, before moving to New Orleans when she was 13. She attended McMahon High School and met and later married Joseph Provenzano. They began their life together first in New Orleans, then moved to Jefferson, and then finally settling in Harahan for the last 30+ years where she was a parishioner of St. Rita Church. Although she was a homemaker most of her married life, she was very proud of being an accomplished couturier and owner of Sew-N-Sew Fabrics. Earline was a beautiful lady, inside and out. She was actively involved in several social clubs: The Fun Seekers, Lucky 13, New Neighbors Homemakers Club, and the Carefree Caper Cutters many years ago. She truly lived life to the fullest and was very active enjoying gardening, dancing, video poker, singing, jogging, bowling, card games, and traveling. She had a beautiful voice and was always singing, being nicknamed “Little Song Bird” by her father. She especially loved singing to and taking care of her grandchildren. Earline’s greatest gift was her immense love of her friends and family. She will be sadly missed, but remains in the hearts of all who loved her. The family is so appreciative of the excellent care, love, and compassion given by her special caregivers (nieces) Cindy Hopkins and Michelle Bogran. Special thanks also to Canon Hospice. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass L. A. Muhleisen & Son, 2607 Williams Blvd., Kenner on Saturday, February 11, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.

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Earline DeNoux Provenzano

September 15, 1917 - February 5, 2017