Alicia Josephine Zeno Landry

Alicia Josephine Zeno Landry was called home on Monday, June 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She entered eternal rest at the age of 101 years. She was born on January 16, 1924, to the late Gilbert F. Zeno and Bertha M. Madison-Zeno. Alicia was a woman of immense strength and compassion. A devout Catholic, faithful to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Her unwavering faith were hallmarks of her life. Those who knew her will remember her gentle smile, her kind words and ever encouraging support. She prepared amazing meals for every family celebration, which brought warmth to her heart and happiness to the family's appetites. She was often described as the nicest person you'll ever meet. Known to most as, "Mama Alicia" or "Mrs. Landry", her passing marks the end of an era, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of her children, grandchildren and the countless lives she touched. Alicia leaves to cherish her precious memories, her children Anthony J. Landry Sr. (Evelyn) of Lafayette, La., Bertrand C. Landry Jr. (Denise), Cheryl A. Landry-Lampton. Her loving grandchildren, Anthony Jr. (Jovelle), Bertrand, Corey, Brandy, Kenneth (Nigel), Steven (Rachel) and Angelle (Felicia); 25 Great grandchildren. Devoted God children; Deanne Z. Simmons (Floyd), Gloria B. Aaron (Floyd) and Kevin Zeno (Nefertiti). Honorary Son Percy Lee Spencer and the sparkle of her eyes Amarin. Along with a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and dear friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Gilbert F. and Bertha M. Zeno. Her husband Bertrand C. Landry Sr., and her son Gregory M. Landry. Brothers August Joseph, Robert Anthony (Ruth V.), Alfred Bernard (Sarah W.), Raymond Paul and Manuel Francis Zeno (Pauline N.). Sister, Marie Bertha Zeno. Half-sister, Cecile Zeno. Sisters-in-law Felicia L. St. Ann (Forrest) and Melanie L. Phillips (Peter). Brothers-in-law Morris Landry (Julia) and Felix Landry (Carita). Beloved cousin, Helen L. Sylve. Also, nephews, Ronald (Terri), Robert Zeno Jr., and Roosevelt Watson. Relatives and friends along with employees of the Caesars Superdome and the New Orleans Fairgrounds are invited to attend a Funeral Mass of Christian Burial at Corpus Christi - Epiphany Catholic Church, 2022 St. Bernard Ave. New Orleans, 70116 on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:00am. Visitation begins at 8:00 am until 10:00am. Officiated by Father Henry Davis S.S.J. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery, 4000 Norman Mayer Avenue. New Orleans, La. 70122. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook, share memories and condolences with the family.