Richard Joseph Duhe Jr.

Richie was born on March 20th, 1953 in New Orleans, Louisiana where he grew up with his family. He graduated from Archbishop Rummel High School, then worked as a sheet metal mechanic for Woodward Construction for 50+ years. Richie loved to spend time in his garage fixing things around the house for his family.

Richie’s dry sense of humor had you always guessing what was going to come out of his mouth next. Whether you were helping him do something around the house or at a family event, you could always count on him to get some unhinged jokes in. He loved watching old westerns and football.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard Duhe, Sr. and Josephine Pizzalato Duhe.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Kathy Blady Duhe. Together they raised 3 children who he leaves behind: Kari, Rachael, and Richard (Mirna). He also leaves behind 6 grandchildren: Tyler, Ashley, Logan, Maxx, Ricardo, and Niklaus, who all referred to him as PaPa; and 4 siblings: Kathleen, Timmy (Liz), Kenny (Debbie), and Glen (Nita). Also survived by his aunt Veleda (Chris) and many cousins.

The family would like to thank Tony Bordlee and Rusty Cook for their endless help through this tough time, as well as Ochsner nurse Amaryllis, and the hospice nurses, Kristin, Carmela, Kaci for the care and compassion they showed Richie in his final days.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life at Crystal Events at 2716 Indiana Ave, Kenner, LA on Sunday, November 15th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.