GRILLOT Joseph "Big Reel" Guy Grillot, Jr., on Tuesday, December 25, 2007.
Son of the late Bessie Boulet Grillot and Joseph Guy Grillot, Sr. Brother of Ernest Grillot (Stelma) and Jacob Grillot (Diane). Cousin of Ellen Viola Hardeman (Jesse). Also survived and loved by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He was a long time member and participant of the Crescent City Con, Coast Con, World Con, and the Dragon Con, having traveled far and wide to attend Science Fiction Conventions across America. Known as the "Big Reel" for his productions of the 24 hours movie features at many conventions, where he was able to share the love for movies he acquired from his uncle Al Viola.
He was voted Fandom (sic) of the year by the fans of Coast Con, Biloxi, Mississippi.
Joseph was a member of the Stage Hand Union Local Chapter # 39. He was also a colorful United Cab driver for many years.
Born in New Orleans and recently displaced from his home in Arabi and was residing with his brother in Waggaman, LA. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends and Sci-fi Fans. Age 62 years.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral from the Funeral Home of JACOB SCHOEN FUNERAL AND SON, 3827 CANAL ST., New Orleans, at 11:00 am, on Saturday, December 29, 2007. Interment in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery No. 2.
Friends may visit from 6 - 9 pm on Friday, December 28, 2007 and after 9 am on Saturday.
Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com.
Published in The Times-Picayune on 12/28/2007.
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