Wanda "Nonnie" Backhaus Pattison

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Wanda will be remembered with affection, gratitude, and enduring love.

Wanda “Nonnie” Backhaus Pattison passed away on November 7, 2026, in Kenner, Louisiana after a brief illness. She was born on October 26, 1944, and will be remembered with deep love by those who knew her and by the family who cherished her throughout her life.

At the heart of Wanda’s life was her family. She is survived by her daughter, Bridgette Pattison Rieffel (Maurice), and by her son, Joseph "Jody" Pattison III, whose places in the family added to the circle of love that surrounded her. Wanda was a proud grandmother to Ryan J. Rieffel, Bennett M. Pattison, Baker J. Pattison, and Ashley R. Martini(Gregory).

Wanda is also survived by her brothers, Brian A. Backhaus and Robert E. Backhaus, and by her sister, Dawn B. Hyver. Her memory will continue to be held close by her nieces and nephews: Stacey Lobre, Lauren Hezeau, Hailey Magee, Hayden LeBeau, Brandon Backhaus, and Todd Backhaus. The love of a large family, spread across generations, stands as part of the lasting legacy she leaves behind.

She was preceded in death by her father, Harold George Backhaus Sr.; her mother, Rita Mae Striethorst Backhaus; and her brother, Harold G. Backhaus Jr. Their memory remained part of the story of her life, and now she is reunited with those who went before her.

Wanda will be remembered with affection, gratitude, and enduring love. Her love and kindness was shared not only with family and friends, but also with all of the children entrusted in her care through the years. Her presence will be deeply missed while her memory is carried forward in the hearts of her children, grandchildren, siblings, nieces, nephews, and extended family. 

A private celebration for the immediate family will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Manning Family Children's Hospital  or the St. Jude's Children's Hospital.