Obituary Record
Lessep, Mrs. A. - July 20, 1893
Lessep, Mrs. - mother of our esteemed citizen, Mr. A. Lessep, died Thursday noon at 2 o'clock, after a lingering illness. The remains were conveyed to New Orleans yesterday morning for interment. Mrs. Lessep was a devoted member of the Catholic church, highly regarded and was much loved. Our sympathy goes to the bereaved relatives and friends.
Source: Sea Coast Echo 7-22-1893