NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans community came together Saturday at B Mac's French Quarter Bar & Courtyard to support Lisa Stemley, the widow of

The event featured a gumbo cook-off and tasting, live music by Robo Go-Go, raffles, and all proceeds went to Stemley, who is facing a $5,500 balance for funeral expenses. Until the balance is paid, she cannot take possession of her husband's body for burial, said Brenda Mack, owner of B Mac's.

“We’re doing a benefit today as a community effort for Lisa Stemley," said Mack. "If we can’t help our neighbors or our community then why are we here," she said.

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The bar's manager added, "We’re just trying to help his family out with some expenses, because times are hard right now for everybody," Will Chilton said. "It’s the spirit of New O

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