Oscar L. Nettles

Oscar Leon Nettles, age 91, of Ponchatoula, Louisiana, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020, surrounded by his family at his son Ben's home in Covington.  He was born on Wednesday, October 31, 1928, in Smithdale, Mississippi, to Richard and Edna McManus Nettles. Oscar enjoyed life and loved working at the New Orleans Public Service, Inc or (NOPSI), the outdoors, piddling around in his shed, but most importantly caring for his daughter prior to her death and spending time with his family.  

Oscar is survived by his son, Ben Nettles and his wife Jacquelyn, his grandchildren, Joycelyn and Katelyn Nettles, also many nieces, nephews and other loved ones and friends. 

Oscar was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Edna McManus Nettles, his wife, Joyce Hebert Nettles, his daughter, Darlene Nettles Pugh, and his brothers. 

The family has requested the services to be private. 

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Ponchatoula. 

Oscar's guest book can be viewed on www.harrymckneely.com.

 

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