Elmeria Fountain McElveen

Elmeria Fountain McElveen was born on January 16,1951 to Ethelbert and Julia Fountain. Elmeria was educated in the Orleans Parish School System. She graduated from G.W. Carver High School, Class of 1969. Elmeria graduated from SUNO, where she received her Bachelor's of Art's Degree in 1976. Continuing her education, Elmeria attended UNO in the early 1980's, where she received her certification in Special Education. Because of her passion for teaching, Elmeria furthered her education. She earned her Master's Degree in Administrative Education, from Southeastern University in Hammond, LA. in 2000. Elmeria taught at Henderson H. Dunn, and G.W. Carver from 1976 to 1980. In 1981, she moved on to East Jefferson High School. Elmeria held many roles at E.J. She taught Special Education, Inclusion, served as Department Head, and was also the Sponsor for the Majorette Team for several years. Elmeria remained at East Jefferson, until her retirement in 2019. Any faculty member, or student would not hesitate in telling you, that she will truly be missed. Elmeria will definitely be remembered for her excellent cooking and baking skills. Family and friends will happily tell you, you could go to her home on a Sunday, or holiday, and eat some of the best soul food in town. Elmeria was a great decorator, she loved to decorate her home for every holiday. She was also a talented seamstress, she made many beautiful dresses for her daughter's when they were growing up. Elmeria was an avid Saints fan, she enjoyed attending Saints games, tailgating, and cheering for the Saints. Elmeria was also a member of Circle of Friends Travel Club. Elmeria became of a member of Franklin Ave. Baptist Church in the 1990's, where she enjoyed singing in the Women's Chorus. Elmeria leaves to cherish her memories, two daughters, Mellany Ameer, and Zania Cherrie McElveen. Granddaughter, Hyacinth S. Gills. She is also survived by her mother, Julia Fountain. Three sisters, Sherrill Freeman, Emelda Mitchell, and Pamela (Gary) Brumfield. Three brothers, Tyrone (Barbara) Fountain, Myron (Pauline) Fountain, and Wayne (Zaleika) Fountain. Two great aunts, Ethel Dapmore, and Ruth Fountain. As well as, a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Elmeria was preceeded in death by her father, Ethelbert Fountain, brother Eric Williams, and sister Beverly Fountain. Faculty, and staff of East Jefferson High School, Employees of Lowe's Home Improvement, and Beacon Hospital. Pastors, Officers, and members of Franklin Ave. Baptist Church, are invited to attend Elmeria's Homegoing Service on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 10:00am. Franklin Ave. Baptist Church, 8282 I-10 Service Rd. New Orleans, La. 70126. Internment will take place at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 4000 Norman Mayer Ave., N.O., La. 70122. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Homes, 3933 Washington Ave., New Orleans, La. 70125.

Elmeria Fountain McElveen

February 6, 2020