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Gerald Steen Obituary

""Jerry,"" 88, a longtime resident of Baton Rouge, passed away at Louisiana War Veterans Home, Jackson, La., on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. Preceded in death by his wife, Molly Steen (1998), previously of Brisbane, Australia; and son, Michael Steen (1999), of Baton Rouge. Survived by his stepson, Joel Manzella, Bradenton, Fla.; and grandchildren, Jason Manzella, D.O., East Meadow, N.Y., and Robin Manzella, Brandon, Fla. Burial was Monday, Jan. 14, at Port Hudson National Cemetery. Rest in peace. Love, your family.

Published by The Advocate from Jan. 15 to Jan. 20, 2013.
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Gerry will always be a part of our family. Praying for you all until that day you are forever reunited. What a wonderful man, dad and grandfather! He will never be forgotten.

Melanie& Paul Kadair

January 18, 2013

Hi Joel and family. I will always remember your Dad for the way he watched over the Florence Street boys. I am happy he is a part of my life. I visited him in Jackson. Love, Frank J Musso

Frank J Musso

January 16, 2013

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