Ellis “Russell” Schlotzhauer, Jr. passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, May 19, 2022 at the age of 85. He was born in Omaha, NE to the late Ellis Schlotzhauer Sr. and Gertrude Esser Schlotzhauer and graduated with his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Nebraska. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He moved to the New Orleans area over 40 years ago where he worked as the Director of Food Service for Chateau de Notre Dame and Piccadilly Cafeteria until his retirement. Russ served as the President of the Crescent City Brewers Association and was a lieutenant in the Krewe of Orpheus. He was an avid tennis and hockey player and received many awards for his play.
Russ is survived by his wife of 36 years, Regina Casaly Schlotzhauer; his children, Scott M. Schlotzhauer and Lisa S. Williams; his stepchildren: Derek W. Franklin (Sonny Borey), Curtis B. Franklin, and Kevin S. Franklin (Cindy); and his grandchildren: Kirsten Williams, Brooke Williams, Grant Williams, Madison Franklin, Blake Franklin, and Beau Franklin.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Services at Garden of Memories Funeral Home & Cemetery, 4900 Airline Drive Metairie, LA 70001 on Saturday, May 28, 2022. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am with a Mass starting at 12:00 noon followed by interment.
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