Joseph "June Boy" Manuel Jr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Joseph “June-Boy” Manuel, Jr. was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on August 30, 1939, to the late Helen Cooley Walker and Joseph Manuel, Sr. June-Boy passed away at Jefferson Healthcare on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. June-Boy was employed on the Riverfront as a forklift Operator, at D. H. Holmes and at Luxury Spaghetti Factory for many years. He loved playing Spades wherever he went and was an excellent player. June-Boy leaves to cherish his memories, one son, Clayton Watson; step-son, Ricky Watson; and granddaughter, Christina Watson, all from Oakland, CA; one sister, Evelyn Scott of Chicago, IL; one brother, Henrey Cooley (Edna) of New Orleans, LA; his Senior companion, Joyce Boatner (Miss Ann), and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service honoring the life of Joseph Manuel, Jr. at D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave on Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 10:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am – 10:00 am. Interment: Private. As mandated by the State of Louisiana due to the COVID-19 pandemic, attendance is limited. Everyone is required to adhere to all restrictions. You must wear a face mask at all times and practice social distancing. 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 for the family.