Norrine Morgan Bond June 19, 1919 – September 09, 2020
A resident of Metairie, LA, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at The Atrium Assisted Living in Metairie, LA. She was born June 19,1919 in Montpelier, LA and was 101 years of age. She worked as an administrative assistant for Chief William McCrossen with the New Orleans Fire Department and was a devoted member of First Baptist Church in New Orleans. She is survived by her daughter, Jacquelyn Juneau; grandson, Donald P. Juneau and wife, Theresa; great-granddaughters, Kelly L. Juneau, Grace Rawls, and Amber McCommons; sister-in-law, Katie N. Morgan; and nephew, Chuck Morgan and wife, Pam. Preceded in death by husband, Hayden Goines Bond; parents, Jack H. Morgan and Nannie Ealsey Bond; 2 brothers, Mike and Houston Morgan. Graveside Services will be held at Montpelier Cemetery, Montpelier, LA at 10:00AM Friday, September 18, 2020 conducted by Bro. Gary Collins. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Fallen Firefighters Association, P. O. Drawer 498, Emmitsburg, MD 21727 or at http://www.firehero.org./donate. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Homer Rodric “Rod” Lea June 25, 1955 – September 15, 2020
Homer Rodric “Rod” Lea, a life-long resident of Kentwood, Louisiana, departed for his heavenly home on September 15, 2020 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, Louisiana. Born in McComb, Mississippi on June 25, 1955, he thoroughly enjoyed his earthly life of 65 years. He retired from Tangipahoa Parish School System as a proud principal of Spring Creek Elementary School. He was a Sunday school teacher and member of East Fork Baptist Church. Being Paw Paw and spoiling his grandchildren was his favorite adventure in life. Visiting all around the community and town, telling stories, and giving nicknames were his favorite pastimes. His life will be celebrated and forever remembered by his wife, Debbie; children, Roslyn Varnado (Josh), Alaina Pecoraro (Jonathan), Lori Priest (Slade); sister, Sheila Esch (Carroll); brother-in-law, David Hendrickson, sister-in-law, Patsy Lea; grandchildren, Leah Varnado, Audrey Varnado, Blythe Pecoraro, Rhett Pecoraro, Bentley Priest, Asa Claire Priest; and numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and his entire community. Rod was greeted in heaven by his parents, Robert Nick Lea, Sr. and Blanche Dykes Lea; sister, Argrea “Sue” Hendrickson; and brother, Robert Nick Lea, Jr. The family would like to thank North Oaks Medical Center for their care and compassion. Visitation will be at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Friday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, September 19, 2020. Services conducted by Dr. Danny Smith and Bro. Tom Descant. Interment will be at East Fork Baptist Church Cemetery in Kentwood, Louisiana. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
~Romans 6:23~
The Louisiana Baptist Disaster Relief kitchen team that cooks for other volunteers needs some help. Contact Bro. Stan Statham in Franklinton or Bro. Gibby McMillan to volunteer for any length of time.
Please continue to pray for those being impacted by Hurricane Sally and those still dealing with a new way of life/living since Hurricane Laura. As thankful as we are that these storms did not hit our area, we still have to realize they hit another area. Consider what you can do to help these people in a time of need.
Two obituaries – I taught all four of the Williams children at school and both of the Lea girls piano lessons. There have been many deaths lately.
Clyde Gerald “Jerry” Williams
February 24, 1943 – September 14, 2020
Clyde Gerald “Jerry” Williams passed from this world peacefully on September 14, 2020 at his home in Culpeper, VA. He was born February 24, 1943 in Independence, Louisiana and was 77 years old. Jerry married Faye (Jenkins) on June 21, 1963 and together they raised four children, Jerri Faye, Lee, Terri, & Len. He spent many years in Louisiana where he worked as a barber, carpenter, and dairy farmer. He moved his family to Virginia in 1987 where he lived until his death.
During his brief battle with cancer, many dear friends traveled thousands of miles to see him, which brought him and his family great comfort.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Mary Faye Williams (Jenkins), Culpeper, VA; 2 daughters, Jerri Faye Pevey (Dennis) and Terri McClure (Steven); 2 sons, Lee Williams (Jill) and Len Williams (Jamie); grandchildren D.J. Pevey, Emily Pevey Haase (Tony), Wyatt Carroll, Garrett Carroll, Sydney Williams, Lydia Pevey, Margaret Williams, Ruby Williams, Clayton Williams, Audrey Williams, and Ila Williams; great grandchildren Ryleigh, A.J. & Elijah Haase. Jerry also leaves behind a special cousin, Melanie Patterson (Bankston) who remained by his side and provided support to his family throughout his brief illness.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Elmus Williams and Clara Eva Brashears (Bankston), his brother, James Robert Williams, and an infant son.
Memorial services will be scheduled at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911.
I understand that Rod Lea also passed away. I’ll post his obituary when one becomes available.
I’ll share the link to Prayer Meeting at FBC, Kentwood on my FB page just before 6 P.M. tonight.
Don’t forget that the pick-up for the Fall Food Round-Up is coming. Get your donations to the church by Sunday. Call the church office for a list of the most needed items.
If you want to contact me, just click on the word “Contact” at the top right of this page. I love to hear from you. It is also a good way to add information to TPL, but does not automatically post when you write.
“Each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.
Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one other.”
~Romans 14:12-13 (NIV)~
Nancy Stokes’ dad is back in his room after dealing with Covid-19. Thank God for that big improvement. Thank you for praying for him.
Mrs. Nita Russell Miller, who will soon be 95, is also back in her room after a battle with the virus. Thank God for this miracle.
William “W.A.” Potts
September 24, 1944 – September 14, 2020
William “W.A.” Potts, a resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2020 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. He was born September 24, 1944 in Osyka, MS and was 75 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Juan Blades Potts; children, William Todd Potts and wife, Cathy, Randall Kirk Potts and wife, Renea, Darla Potts Bridges and husband, Khris; grandchildren, Russton Potts and wife, Julia, Haley Potts, Brandy Potts, Amy Caine and husband, Dustin, Chelsey Hammons, Lana Fairburn; great-grandchildren, Tayler Potts, Ona Sterling, Annabelle Caine and Harper Hammons; step-mother, Bobbie Potts; sister-in-law, Myrna Potts; numerous step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, James M. Potts and Wilma Dean Sanders Potts; brother, Robert Earl Potts. Visitation at East Fork Baptist Church from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Thursday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Friday, September 18, 2020. Interment East Fork Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Meg Stevens is working on a mission project for Louisiana Baptist Relief in the area affected by Hurricane Laura.
Friends-The following items have been requested by our Disaster Relief team at Trinity Baptist Church in Lake Charles.Diapers, sizes 4-6.Cleaning supplies- every thing Also- I’m gathering t-shirts. Both colored or white.They can be stained or torn. ( we are making bundles of cleaning rags as well as jump ropes for shoeboxes)Please contact me if you have questions or if you’d like to volunteer.985 514 2690Items can be dropped off in the Sharing Shed behind my mailbox or ill be happy to pick up. Thanks!Blessings!
My list shows all purchases for this year have been made. We have one order, for additional calculators, that will be here any day.
A group of ladies has faithfully made totes for years that we place inside each box. They are colorful and just the right size for the “shoeboxes”. Yesterday, we were blessed with 361 totes for our boxes this year. Thank you, ladies!
My sister helped us tremendously this year through making wonderful items and purchasing other items.
Two of my faithful young friends have helped me for years. They helped me at the beginning of the year. When they grow up, I fully expect they will still be involved in OCC.
A church family has ordered a number of items for us this year. They also shopped locally to complete our supply of coloring books and add to the supple of Mardi Gras beads.
We are officially focusing on collecting money for postage. A week ago, we paid to ship over 25% of our boxes. Yesterday, I received checks from two ladies and a message about a donation from a third lady. God is blessing us through these friends!
Several classes have faithfully purchased monthly. I’ve learned to enjoy their Amazon shopping. Thanks to a friend who helped by doing the shopping for some of the classes.
During 2020, we are blessed to be ahead of where we usually are at this point! I greatly appreciate all the help and know the boys and girls will be so blessed when they open their boxes.
Speaking of boxes. We have 150 of them painted and ready to go. Fifty more are being worked on. Special thanks to the late Martha Griffith who painted hundreds of boxes last year. We are using about 100 of “her boxes” this year.
David has been able to help me much more this year than the last few years. We worked alone except for the first couple of months of the year due to the virus. We were able to accomplish more than usual by working a few hours at a time.
Janice Hornsby, the church secretary, has been an asset too. She kept track of what was turned in and physically carried a number of boxes down from the office so they would be ready for us.
Thanks to FBC! Thanks to everyone!
God has greatly blessed the “shoebox” process this year!
You are helping to change the world through children and the shoeboxes!
The year, 2020, has been a good “shoebox” year! Coming soon – packing in October and serving as a collection site in November.
We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.
Mrs. Virgie Morgan is better is better and was able to return to her home yesterday. Please continue to keep her and her family in your prayers.
While our state is recovering from Hurricane Laura, we face the possibility of being touched by Hurricane Sally. Get prepared, just in case Sally chooses to visit our area. Pray for those who will have Sally as an uninvited guest this week.
Bro. Stan Statham did some work onold/unused lately generatorsdonated by FBC, Kentwood members. Four of them are already in operation in SE Louisiana. If you have one to donate, please contact FBC at 229-8111. Bro. Stan has also asked for donations of old window air conditioning units.
Due to the forecast of Hurricane Sally hitting our area, those serving in Baptist Disaster Relief in southwest LA were brought home to make preparations here. They will be able to go back to SW LA if the storm hits elsewhere and does little damage here.
Please pray for those who have been evacuated from their homes south of us. Pray for safe travels and finding a suitable place to stay until they can return home.
Pray for people who live along the coast where the storm surge will hit. May they be able to find lodging in on higher ground.
Pray for those who are called into the path of the storm such as police, rescue workers, etc. Pray for their safety as they help others who need help.
READ THE BIBLE IN 2020 – SEPTEMBER 14
Isaiah 15:1-18:7
Galatians 1:1-24
Psalm 58:1-11
Proverbs 23:12
Georgie Barnette Week of Prayer for Louisiana Missions – Day 2
We are preparing shoeboxes for the first of three packings. Thanks to several of you who have stepped up to make sure we have what we need to pack. Last night, I participated in an online workshop that was wonderful. I have been encouraged and learned some Covid – 19 adaptations that will be helpful this year. I heard a quote that I will apply, “Trust and Adjust”. That certainly fits 2020.
We are now collecting funds to pay for shipping of the shoeboxes. I ask that you pray for us as me move from the collecting phase to the packing. Also, PRAY FOR EACH SHOEBOX AND THE CHILD/FAMILY WHO WILL BE BLESSED BY EACH BOX.
Please continue to pray for all the families who have been touched with sickness and/or death lately. Check your church’s prayer list for the current needs in your community.
Fall Food Round-Up for the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home
You have one week to get your donations to FBC, Kentwood so your items will make the scheduled pick-up.
Louisiana was hit very hard by Hurricane Laura. The Baptist Disaster Relief teams have been working hard. Those who cannot actually go are encouraged to pray and to provide items that are needed.
Different churches are helping in various ways. Yesterday, Taylor Creek Baptist Church provided a free lunch as a community outreach. Any money they received will be used as part of their disaster relief efforts. What a great service and a great opportunity!
Several people I know have already served a week in tree removal, counseling, chain-saw work, etc. They all report massive needs and wonderful blessings. Find an opportunity to help or create your own method. The key is to help meet physical. emotioal, and spiritual needs in a timely manner.
Today, choose to worship in person or online. I’m so thankful for the choices available to us. All the churches that I know of offer one or both of these options.
Today, I hope you will be an encourager to others. Choose your own methods – cooking, visiting. phone calls. cards. whatever best fits you and the need.
“These little troubles are getting us ready for an eternal glory that will make all of our troubles seem like nothing.”
~2 Corinthians 4:17 (CEV)~
Jason Dean shared his good news: He is no longer connected to the oxygen tank he has used lately. Thank God for this step Jason was able to make.
Reminder: The memorial service for Martha Griffith will be this morning at FBC, Kentwood. Visitation will begin at 11:00 with the service at 11:30.
Blake Welton Brumfield
January 07, 1994 – September 09, 2020
Blake Welton Brumfield passed away on September 9, 2020. He is survived by his parents Greg and Karen Brumfield; his grandmother Evelyn Magee; his sisters Lindsey Jo Vasquez (Robert), Chelsea Brumfield Baugh, and Ashley Knapp (Kyle); and his beloved niece and nephews Kelton Baugh, Leeke Vasquez, Ava Lynn Baugh, Jack Knapp, and James Hayes Knapp. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Jackie and Welton Brumfield, John Boehm, and Leeke Magee. Blake was born on January 7, 1994 in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. He later moved to Louisiana with his family and attended Mandeville High School, his mother’s alma mater. Blake loved the outdoors and spent his time in the rivers and woods of southeast Louisiana. After spending time working with his siblings in the hospitality business, Blake began working in the marine industry. He fell in love with being on the water, watching the sun rise on the riverbanks and listening to the quiet rush of the current in the evening time. Although the work was hard, Blake found a special peace on the river. Blake was always generous and kind. He shared his helping hands and warm heart with all who knew him, but most especially with his family. He is gone too soon, and the world is a little smaller without him. Blake’s gentle spirit will be deeply missed. “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.” Isaiah 43:1 Blake’s Memorial service will be held at the First United Methodist Church of Amite on Tuesday, September 15th visitation at 1PM, service at 2PM with interment to follow at Amite Memorial Gardens. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
You have one more week to contribute to the “Fall Food Round-Up” for the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home. Contact the church to learn of the “most needed” items this year. You can leave your donations at the church this week during office hours or on Sunday.
Disaster relief items can still be sent with our teams. We will have teams leaving from our area to help in other areas of our state. Contact Bro. Stan’s office in Franklinton to learn of the current needs. The church can provide the phone number if you need it. Reading articles in the Louisiana Baptist Message will help you to learn what has already been done and what you can help to do. https://baptistmessage.com/
Tomorrow, we begin the annual Week of Prayer for Baptist mission work in Louisiana. The 2020 theme is “The Right Time”. If you attend services in person, you will receive a brochure that will guide you this week. If you are an online worshipper, I will provide you with information to read and pray about. Gifts can be given, at you convenience, in the coming weeks.
Thanks to all who have contributed to the items that will be packed next month. You are greatly appreciated! The “Shoeboxes” will be delivered to countries all around the world because of you! Special thanks to the individuals and classes who have gone “Above and Beyond” this year!
The time to consider funds for shipping “Shoeboxes” for Operation Christmas Child is fast approaching. Remember, it costs $9.00 per box for shipping and for providing 12 weeks of “Sunday School” type lessons for the older children so they will understand who Jesus is and why they need to trust Him. My reminder to you is that “Each box has been shown to impact an average of seven people for Jesus”. How much is that really worth? Please consider this when you give.
I’m thankful for all your support for Operation Christmas Child this year !
Pray for our state as we move into Covid-19 Stage 3 Monday.
Mrs. Virgie Morgan of Amite and a member of Bethel Baptist Church has had a stroke. Pray for her as her needs are being addressed.
Obituaries:
Shelton Allan “Doodie” Day
April 15, 1955 – September 09, 2020
A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at Our Lady of the Lake in Baton Rouge, LA. He was born April 15, 1955 in Magnolia, MS and was 65 years of age. He is survived by his wife, Carla Birch; children, Shane Lane Day(Candace), Amy Nichole Killingsworth(Daniel), Dustin Allan Day, Joshua Allen Soileau, Trista Lynn Ballard, Bridget Karlette Braswell(Billy) and Bevin Kassidy Eldridge(Dwayne); 17 grandchildren, Madison, Gavin, Carson, Brooklyn, William, Hope, Ty Garrett, Nathan, Lana, Caden, Skyler, Laine, Jordyn, Michael, Hanlee, Lindsey and Allen Wayne; 3 great-grandchildren, Madelyn, Lillian and Greyson; 1 brother, Tommy Day(Sherry); 1 sister, Jill LeBlanc(Kyle). Preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Marilyn Day; grandparents, Jesse and Matiel Day and Smiley and Lucille Varnado. Visitation at Pine Ridge United Methodist Church from 5:00PM until 10:00PM on Friday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, September 12, 2020. Services conducted by Bro. Sonny Travis and Rev. Dr. Michael Townsend. Interment Pine Ridge Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to McKneely Funeral Home. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Former Northshore DOM Lonnie Wascom passes away at 72
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
By Baptist Message staff
HAMMOND, La. (LBM) – Lonnie Wascom, director of missions from Northshore Baptist Association from 2011-2018, died Thursday, Sept. 10. He was 72.
Born in Baton Rouge, Wascom was baptized at New Bethlehem Baptist Church near Live Oak when he was nine years old. When he turned 15, he began his service in vocational ministry as the assistant music director at Judson Baptist Church in Walker.
During the years that followed, Wascom served churches in California and Louisiana, and earned degrees from Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, California State University in San Francisco, California, and Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary in Mill Valley, California (now Gateway Seminary in Fremont, California).
After 40 years of serving churches, he was called as the director of missions for Chappapeela, LaTangi and St. Tammany Baptist Associations in 2004. Seven years later, the three associations voted to merge.
Two months after his Oct. 1, 2018, retirement, Wascom became pastor of Walker Baptist Church.
Wascom said in a Sept. 7, 2018, article in the Baptist Message he wanted to finish strong in his faith journey after his retirement.
“If God favors me, He’ll let me go out like Elijah,” Wascom said in the article. “I do not want to burn out; I want to burn up. I want to see people saved. I want to see our churches revived. I want to see an awakening before I die.”
Steve Horn, executive director for Louisiana Baptists, said Wascom had been a mentor to him since his first year in ministry in 1992. Horn’s wife, Linett, also developed a special friendship with Wascom’s wife, Linda, when they previously both taught at Hammond Eastside Elementary School.
“He was so very kind to me as a young pastor,” Horn told the Baptist Message. “Lonnie has been faithful at every level of LBC life. We mourn his loss today. In fact, we had a meeting today as the committee on nominations. Lonnie chaired this committee last year. Here again is the reminder that life is but a vapor.”
Don Pucik, who succeeded Wascom as Northshore Baptist Association DOM, said he was an encourager to anyone he encountered.
“Whether it was a new believer in a church that he was helping, or a longtime co-worker in the Lord’s harvest, Lonnie cared about people,” Pucik said. “I am thankful for his friendship and the many times that he shared his heart, insights and experience with me.”
Funeral arrangements are pending.
Ford Lambert of Magnolia, Mississippi | 1951 – 2020 |
December 14, 1951 – September 09, 2020
Ford Lambert, beloved husband, father and pawpaw, went to his heavenly home on September 9, 2020. He was sixty-eight years old and a resident of Magnolia, MS.
Services to honor his life will be held at Unity Baptist Church, in Magnolia, MS. A visitation will be held Saturday, September 12, 2020 from 5 PM until 8 PM and will resume again Sunday from 9 AM until funeral services at 10 AM. Rev. David Whitehead will officiate and burial will be in the McClendon Cemetery in Gillsburg, MS.
He leaves behind his wife of forty-six years, Brenda, and his two children, Angela (Spencer) McMillan and Davy (Brittany) Lambert.
PawPaw will be dearly missed by his five grandchildren, Dalton McMillan, Bryson Lambert, Caitlin McMillan, Noah Lambert, and Presley Lambert who he adored. He rarely missed a ballgame, recital or event in which they participated and he was their biggest supporter. He loved visiting with them and was always ready for a card game.
He was born December 14, 1951, in Norfolk, VA., to Henry Ford and Maude Amelia (Pat) Lambert who preceded him in eternal rest, along with his oldest sister, Joyce Karstetter.
After retiring from International Paper, he devoted his time to his family and enjoying life. He enjoyed attending auctions, working with his tractor, and getting his grandkids ready for hunting season. He spent countless days at Percy Quin fishing and camping with his children.
Grieving his loss are his siblings, Ann (Troy) Newman, Larry (Debbie) Lambert and Henrietta (Chris) Daniels along with numerous nephews, nieces, friends and family that loved him dearly.
Pallbearers will be Dalton McMillan, Bryson Lambert, Jeff Hughes, Landon Lambert, Charlie “Bud” Smith and Kelly Honea.
Many people are working hard as disaster relief continues in SW Louisiana. There are lots of opportunities to help. Contact your local church for information about how you can help too.
Angela McMillan requests prayers for her dad who is on a vent. I know you will be praying for Angela and her family.
Lawana Carter requests prayer for her as she plans for surgery Tuesday.
Pray for Gibby McMillan as he has a procedure to do away with some painful stones.
Memorial Services for Martha Griffith will be Saturday at FBC, Kentwood. Visitation begins at 11:00 followed by the service at 11:30.
Shelton Day passed away during the night. Please be in prayer for the family.
Betty Keen Alexander
July 13, 1933 – September 07, 2020
Betty Keen Alexander, a resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2020 at her home. She was born July 13, 1933 in Cruger, MS and was 87 years of age. She is survived by 4 daughters, Cynthia Diane Alexander, Shelia Gayle Alexander, Rochelle Renee Hovermale(Dale Hovermale) and Judy Lynne Green(Victor Green); 1 son, Dennis Edward Alexander; 1 sister, Donna Fay Simpson; 8 grandchildren, Kent Ryan Williams and wife, Kelly, Robert Walter Lunn, Melodie Gayle Lunn, Ashlie Mechelle Lunn, Amy Hovermale Thompson and husband, Joseph, Melissa Hovermale Estepp, Issac Lloyd Hovermale, Amanda Alexander Perrin and husband, Matthew Perrin and Jason Allen Alexander; great-grandchildren, Lynzie Williams, Lilyann Thompson, Emma Thompson, Madisyn Mae, Shadi Rochelle Portillo, Benjamin James Allen Burrow, Dylan Earl Burrow, Wyatt Wade Burrow, Alexis Mechelle Marin, Layla Allison Lunn, Fuchsia Marie Hovermale, Elias Alexander Hovermale, Azalea Alice Hovermale, Bella Marie Impastato, Madeleine Mae Perrin, Mattie Marcella Perrin and Jaxson Luca Alexander. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert Franklin Alexander; son, Robert allen Alexander; great-grandson, John Anthony Silguero; great-granddaughter, Nicole Rochelle Alexander; 3 sisters, Margaret McKay “Rita” LaCraze, Lucretia Fabre and Rosamond Keen. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood from 11:00AM until religious services at 1:00PM on Saturday, September 12, 2020. Services conducted by Dr. Rev. Danny Smith. Interment Parklawn Cemetery, Ponchatoula, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Please continue to pray for the people who were in the path of Hurricane Laura and for the people who are there working in Disaster Relief. I know the people there are so thankful for the Baptist volunteers and all the help and supplies they have provided. Do what you can to minister to them.
“Six days you shall labor, but on the seventh day you shall rest;
even during the plowing season and harvest you must rest.
~Exodus 34:21~
David was surprised to learn his blood level today was 12.4, the highest it has been since before the MDS was discovered. The two units of iron really helped. We’re thanking God and thanking you for praying.
Covid 19 – More and more friends have Covid or family members with Covid. Please pray.
Two Roseland deaths:
Martin Hayden
November 11, 1941 – September 07, 2020
Martin Hayden, a resident of Roseland, LA, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2020 at his home. He was born November 11, 1941 in Roseland, LA and was 78 years of age. He is survived by his wife, Bessie Hayden; daughter, Donna Hayden; step-children, Eddie Slaven, Peanut Slaven and Billy Michael Slaven; sister, Jo Ann Hayden Price (Charlie); brother, Nicky Hayden (Remonia); grandchildren, Glen Stillwell, Robert Stillwell (Lacey), Stormi Brown (Patrick) and Shane King (Krista); great-grandchildren, Brock Stillwell, Kynzleigh Stillwell, Beaux Brown, Benjamin Brown, Serenity King and Lucas King; numerous nieces and nephews including special nieces, Jessica Hayden Henderson (Josh and family) and Laura Lee (Stephen and family); special nephews, Nicky Hayden (Britney and family) and Hardy Hayden and family. Preceded in death by his mother, Mildred Hayden; father, Phillip Hayden; infant sister, Barbara Ann Hayden; son, Billy Hayden; grandson, Phillip Stillwell. Pallbearers are Glen Stillwell, Adam Stillwell, Robert Stillwell, Shane King, Nicky Hayden, Peanut Slaven and Hardy Hayden. Honorary Pallbearers are Little Jimmie Singleton, Nat Williams, Bobby Jo Chadwick and Brandon Price. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Thursday, September 10, 2020. Services conducted by Rev. Bob Simpson. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Roseland, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Betty Brister
February 02, 1933 – September 08, 2020
Betty Brister, a resident of Roseland, LA, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at her home. She was born February 2, 1933 in Crowley, LA and was 87 years of age. She was married to JH Brister for 51 years. Their life was poured into their family business, Brister’s Design & Manufacturing, which was founded in 1959 by her husband, JH Brister. Outside of work, she could usually be found planting flowers and taking care of her beautiful yard. She also loved cooking for her family. She is survived by 1 son, Charles “Chuck” Brister and wife, Mary Ellen of Amite, LA; 1 daughter, Gail Brister Helms and husband, Don Helms of Hammond, LA; 3 grandchildren, Denise Brister Murphy and husband, Patrick of Amite, LA, Amanda Brister Bales and husband, David of Amite, LA and Melissa Taylor Tate and husband, Leo of Loranger, LA; 6 great-grandchildren, Kamryn Denise Murphy, Kaylyn Denise Murphy, Lexon Rae Bales, Maison Brister Bales, MeKenna Rae Tate and Ryan Jordan Tate. Preceded in death by her husband, J.H. Brister; parents, William Credeur and Edith Doucet. Graveside Services will be held at Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola, LA at 3:00PM Wednesday, September 9, 2020. Services conducted by Rev. David Cutrer. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com
Fall Food Round-Up for the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home – The truck will be at FBC, Kentwood early on the 21st. Get your donations to the church before that date.
Operation Christmas Child “Shoeboxes”
We are working to get in some last minute items purchased and to get everything sorted and prepared for packing.
I was blessed to have an opportunity to get some of the large red and green plastic shoeboxes at a big discount – $5.00 per dozen boxes! I will get these boxes on the 17th. They will replace the red and green cardboard boxes we have purchasing.
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
Ephesians 4:32 (NIV)
I memorized this verse in VBS many years ago.
Please continue to pray for those who are sick, especially for those who have been placed on a vent.
Please pray for the Chandler family. I taught three of the four children a “few” years ago.
Thomas W. “Billy” Chandler, Jr.
October 22, 1933 – September 06, 2020
homas W. “Billy” Chandler, Jr. passed away September 6, 2020 at 7:32PM. He was born October 22, 1933 to Clytie Bridges and Thomas W. Chandler, Sr. in Jackson, LA. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army where he was stationed in Germany. He was a resident of Pine Grove for 54 years and a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Alice Hanks Chandler; children, Terri Russell and husband, Kelley Wayne, Cindy McDaniel and husband, Mac, Brenda Fitzhugh and husband, Homer, and Thomas “Neal” Chandler and wife, Cherry; sisters, Dorothy Shaffer and Joe Ann Hutchinson. He was an amazing pawpaw to 11 grandkids, even better pawpaw to 21 great-grands, and angelic to 2 great-great-grands. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Ruth Allmand. Visitation at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Pine Grove, LA, from 8:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. Interment Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pine Grove, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
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