Helen M Colon's obituary , Passed away on August 26, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana

Helen M Colon

August 13, 1934 - August 26, 2025 (91 years old)

New Orleans, Louisiana

Helen M Colon's obituary , Passed away on August 26, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana

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Helen M Colon

August 13, 1934 - August 26, 2025 (91 years old)

New Orleans, Louisiana

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Helen M Colon Obituary

The world bids farewell to Helen M Colon of New Orleans, Louisiana, departing on August 26, 2025 at the age of 91. Helen leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Helen M Colon or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Rev. Mariano Mercado Sr. and Belen R. Mercado; her son Jose Mario Colon (Ruthie F. Colon); and her sister Ruth Barrons (Thurman). She is survived by: her children, Esther Colon Zanca (Barry) and Zenobia E. Colon; her grandchildren, Damien Hageman, Jasmine B. Colon, Antonea E. Colon and Joseph Mariano Colon; her great grandchildren, Sebastian K. Hageman and Jacob Sebastain Colon-Miller; and her siblings, Marino Mercado, Jr. (Jane), I'Onah Maitreya and Noemi Mercado. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

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August 27, 2025

Mario (Tito), Jane, Ronny, Jenn, Lindsay, Michael, Jessica & Mario lit a candle


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August 27, 2025

Mario (Tito), Jane, Ronny, Jenn, Lindsay, Michael, Jessica & Mario sent flowers

“In loving memory of Helen M Colon, So dearly loved. So sadly missed. God bless.”


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Memories Funeral Home and Cemetery
4900 Airline Dr, Metairie, LA 70001

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4900 Airline Dr, Metairie, LA 70001

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