Curtis “Curt” Theodore Bordenave, Jr. passed away on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, at the age of 78 in his hometown of New Orleans.. His recent battle with serious medical issues showed his courage in facing life’s challenges. Despite having health issues, Curtis came out a hero and stayed strong until the very end.
Curtis is survived by his wife, Mary Delphin Bordenave and his seven siblings: Michele Bordenave Braden, Patrice Bordenave Haydel, Gregory Bordenave (Linda), Barry Bordenave (Desiree), Michael Bordenave (Julie), Gwendolyn
Bordenave and Timothy Bordenave.
As a man, Curtis proclaimed his goal to become a successful, happy individual with a fun-filled life which included music and family.
His dreams were fulfilled when he married Mary Delphin Bordenave and became a board member of the Creole Heritage Center at Northwestern State University. He was a statewide electrical contractor by profession and a successful entrepreneur.
When Curtis met the love of his life, Mary Delphin Bordenave it was love at first sight. In earlier years, they enjoyed spending time riding the motorcycle together throughout the French Quarter. She was his love and companion from then and throughout his entire life’s journey.
Relatives and friends of the family attended a visitation to honor the life of Curtis “Curt” Theodore Bordenave Jr. at Duplain W. Rhodes Funeral Home, in Gretna on Monday, Feb. 24.
On Wednesday, Feb. 26, a Funeral Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Augustine Catholic Church on Cane River, Isle Brevelle, Louisiana at 1 p.m.
Visitation was at 11:30 a.m., with rosary at 12:30 p.m. Internment was in St. Augustine Catholic Church Cemetery.
A repast followed. Arrangements were by Duplain W. Rhodes Funeral Home of Gretna. Visit www.rhodesfuneral. com to sign the online guestbook, share memories and condolences to the family.