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In memory of
Jean Benjamin Vappie
December 22, 1951 - May 24, 2024
Dec 22, 1951 - May 24, 2024
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Jean Arnette Theresa was born December 22, 1951, at Robinson Infirmary in New Orleans, LA. Jean’s strong faith in God began with her Baptism and Confirmation at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. She received a Catholic education from the first grade at Corpus Christi Elementary School to high school years at Xavier University Preparatory and Xavier University of Louisiana, receiving a Bachelor of Education in Health and Physical Education. During her senior year of college, she …
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Community Involvement
Participated in
Member of
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Fraternity or Sorority
President & Co-Founder of
Benjamin & Yancy Foundation
Board member of
Ashe Cultural Arts Center
Timeline
Born
December 22nd, 1951
Passed away
May 24th, 2024
New Orleans, LA
Survived by
Beverly Vappie
Daughter
Russell Vappie
Husband
Velda Benjamin Gilyot
Sister
Shari Vappie Pettis Tripps
Sister-in-law
Ezra Pettis Jr
Nephew
Olivia Williams
Sister-in-law
Predeceased by
Velma Colbert Benjamin
Mother
Arnold Benjamin
Father
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Charbonnet-Labat-Glapion Funeral
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$6,165.00
total raised
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