Category: Death Notice(s)

Sunday

“Other seeds fell into the good soil,

and as they grew up and increased,

they yielded a crop

and produced thirty, sixty, and a hundredfold.”

~Mark 4:8, NASB~

 

Pray for Beverly “Doodle” Williams Watson and her family.  Her mother, Ms. Elvira, passed away Friday night.

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Hero over Sin”

http://odb.org/

Moral Story – “Poisoning Mother-in-Law” -Strange idea, good ending!

http://academictips.org/blogs/poisoning-mother-in-law/

Hymn of the Day – Life’s Railroad to Heaven

http://www.hymntime.com/tch/htm/l/r/h/lrheaven.htm

Thank-you for praying for me yesterday as I shared about Lottie Moon.  The luncheon went well.   I met lots of nice Christian ladies at the meeting.  They were eager to learn about Lottie and the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering.

Thankfulness – Day 17 – Law Enforcement

Today, I am thankful for the men and women who serve in law enforcement – federal agents, state police, sheriff’s office, local police, probation and parole, wildlife and fisheries, school security, etc.  They are there to help us, so please do not teach your children to fear them.  Be thankful they are there when you need them.  Thank a law enforcement worker today.

Today is Sunday, the Lord’s Day.  He expects us to give this day back to Him.

Anna Lee

 

Wednesday

“Rejoice with those who rejoice,

and weep with those who weep.”

~Romans 12:14, NKJV~

 

Jadon Pailet‘s surgery went well yesterday.  Pray for him today as his family tries to keep him a little less active today.

Jerry Doughty was at MD Anderson again.  He learned his cancer is in remission.  Thank God for answering prayers for Jerry.

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal

Infant John Varnado‘s surgeryies will be this week.  Here’s an update on him.

Little John has Hypo Plastic Right Heart. He also has Single Ventrical
with Double Outlet Ventrical, which is extremely rare. It has to do
with how the blood is flowing, it’s kind of clogged. They will put a
Catheter in from his groin to get the blood flowing. The catheter will
go into the PFO flap of the heart and expand to open the flap for
proper blood flow. They will put the catheter in tomorrow afternoon.
They will do Norwood surgery, where they put the shunt in his heart
next. That may be Thursday, but will most likely be Friday morning
between 10 and 11.

Baby Graham

Graham and his mother are getting back into the groove. He scrambles and climbs everywhere, and she chases him. I can’t look at that boy without giving thanks. We all want to hold him all the time! His legs and arms are getting some meat on them, too. Bath time everybody holds their breath but Graham. He has no fear of water. Oh, well…

Jesse Dean

Pray for Jesse (and Majel) as he has shoulder surgery today.

Miranda Foster’s mother is running a fever.  Pray the fever can be cleared.

Sharon Gabriel

 Visitation will be at St. Helena Catholic Church, Amite, from 9:30 a.m. until Memorial Services at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2013. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to your favorite charity, St. Helena Catholic Church, or Multiple Sclerosis Society, 4613 Fairfield Street, Metairie, LA. 70006. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 Christmas Card for a Soldier

All holiday greetings should be addressed and sent to:

Holiday Mail for Heroes
P.O. Box 5456
Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456

The deadline for having cards to the P.O. Box is December 6th.

Operation Christmas Child

The time to pack shoeboxes for children around the world is growing short.  If your church isn’t participating, check some of the other churches in your area.  The main thing is to participate and make a difference in a young life.

Thankfulness – Day 13 – Warm Home

I’m thankful to wake up in a warm home of this day of our first 2013 freeze.  Many people, including both of our children, live in colder climates and have already experienced this their “first freeze”.  I’m also thankful for the warm feeling of love and compassion in my home.  It the spirit of warmth that pleases me most!

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “A Piece of the Puzzle”

http://odb.org/

Hymn of the Day – “Lead Me to Calvary”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/e/leadmetc.htm

Be a blessing to others today.

Anna Lee

Monday Addition

Sharon Ann Gabriel
(May 12, 1952 – November 9, 2013)

Sharon Ann Gabriel, born May 12, 1952, died November 9, 2013 at the age of 61 years at her residence in Amite, Louisiana surrounded by her family. She is the daughter of Shirley Guitrau Gabriel and the late Parker C. Gabriel, Sr. She is survived by her mother, Shirley Gabriel; one brother, Parker “Chuck” Gabriel, Jr. and wife, Becki; one sister, Elizabeth “Suzie” Saint and husband, Steve; nephews, Charlie Gabriel and Russ Sanders; nieces, Tina Doughty, Shelley Wright, and Ann Mooney; and numerous great nephews, great nieces, many friends and extended family. Preceded in death by grandparents, Harry and Laura Gabriel, Ponchatoula and Edgar and Catherine Guitrau, Springfield. She was a graduate of Amite High School and Southeastern Louisiana University. She worked as a registered nurse for 39 years. She was a member of the St. Helena Catholic Church, Professional Nursing Organizations, and the Stem and Stamen Garden Club. She was an avid gardener and a jogger. She could be seen most afternoons jogging with her dog, Mazy. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to your favorite charity, St. Helena Catholic Church, or Multiple Sclerosis Society, 4613 Fairfield Street, Metairie, LA. 70006.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Monday

“But you will receive power

when the Holy Spirit has come on you;

and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem,

in all Judea and Samaria,

and to the ends of the earth.”

~Acts 1:8~

 

Baby John Varnado was not transported to New Orleans Sunday morning.  The family is not aware of when this will happen.  In the meantime, pray for him and his family.

Gerald McMillan is continuing to improve following his knee surgery.  This week, he hopes to begin navigating outside his home.  Pray for a good week.

Susan Frazier has improved so much she was able to attend Sunday School this morning.  Pray for continued improvement with no complications for her.

Pray for Susan Rimes as she sees her new doctor today.  Pray he will be able to help her have some relief from her kidney stones.

Wilson Booty had emergency exploratory surgery which turned out to be a colon problem.  His surgery and hospitalized was at North Oaks.  Pray he can recover without having to fight any infections.

Sharon Gaberial, sister of Chuck Gabriel of Amite and daughter of Mrs. Shirley Gabriel, passed away after a lengthy illness.  Pray for her family.  I’ll post an obituary when one is available.

According to Dawson Primes, he and his fellow troops will be returning to the States in about a month and to their homes before Christmas.   Be sure to thank service men and women when you see them.

As we celebrate Veterans’ Day, let’s pause to remember those who have served in defense of our country as well as those presently serving or in training for serving for our defense.  We know the men and women give up a lot to serve.  Let’s remember each service man or woman also has family left at home to deal with routine life without a key member of their family.  I’ve been able to enjoy seeing all the flags lined up as you enter Amite from the interstate.  They are a good reminder to remember our veterans.

Thankfulness Day 11 – Military

Today, on Veterans’ Day, I thank God for all who have served throughout the years since our nation was formed.  They did so to make life better for all of us.  Be sure to thank a vet today.  May God continue to watch over our country and her people.

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – Disaster Diaries

http://odb.org/

Values – Sacrifice – “The Hot Dog Buns”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1434-The-Hot-Dog-Buns

Hymn of the Day – “God Be with You till We Meet Again” 

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/g/b/gbewiyou.htm

I pray that as you travel through this day you will allow God’s guidance in all you do.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“If any of you lacks wisdom,

let him ask God,

who gives to all liberally and without reproach,

and it will be given to him.”

~James 1:5~

 

Baby Graham continues to improve.  Thanks for your continued prayers for him and his family.

http://www.theneworleansadvocate.com/home/7451766-172/baby-graham-returns-home-healthy

Yvonne Birch is slowly recovering from her back surgery.  Today, she had the staples removed.  Pray for her continued progress.

Hubert Yarborough, Jr.

Huburt got a good report on his lab results.  Pray for him as he continues to heal from Monday’s surgery.

Susan Rimes is still dealing with her kidney stones.  Thankfully, her records have been transferred to her new doctor.  Susan has an appointment Monday afternoon.  Pray he can help her feel better soon.

Baby John Varnado

Continue to pray for this newborn.  He will be transported to New Orleans Sunday in preparation for heart surgery.

Continue to pray for the family of Millie Bradley.

Obituary for Millicent “Millie” Bradley

Millie Bradley received her angel wings on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at her residence in Albany, at the tender age of 5. She was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church and an Albany Lower Elementary Preschool student. Millie was a loving child, who adored life and found great fulfillment in making others happy. She enjoyed listening to music, playing with her friends and siblings, and strolling outdoors. Although Millie’s life was short, her family made many wonderful memories they will cherish forever, including a big celebration of her life party this past summer, snuggling on the couch, taking a cruise to Mexico, visiting the pumpkin patch, and receiving school awards.

Millie leaves behind her beloved parents, William and Sonja Bradley; sisters, Christian Bankston and Adeline Bradley; brothers, William Bradley and Darrell Castella Jr. She is also survived by her grandparents, Jim Taylor, Lola Taylor, Sue Bradley, Betty Taylor and Alan Cooper.
Millie’s grandfather, Peter P. Bradley Sr., and uncle, Peter P. Bradley Jr. preceded her in death.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation from the chapel of Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home of Hammond, on Monday, November 11, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial, officiated by Father Jamin, will follow at 12:30 p.m. at St. Margaret Catholic Church in Albany and interment will take place in St. Margaret Catholic Church Cemetery.

http://www.thompsoncares.com/obituaries/Millicent-Bradley2/#!/Obituary

Baptist Friendship House
Tonight has been a night of celebration- a first, sixth, seventh, and eighth birthdays, GED graduation, and two moms completing our program. There is no better way to spend a Friday evening with smiles and tears of joy. We love our BFH family.

 

Baptist Press

BPNews.net

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “The Rock”

http://odb.org/

Values – Giving Back – Just an Easy Gesture  (This one will touch your heart!)

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1438-Just-An-Easy-Gesture-

Hymn of the Day – “Jesus Paid it All”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/j/p/jpaidall.htm

I chose this hymn for two reasons:

    • In honor of the ministry of Rev. Billy Graham at the time of his 95th birthday and his television programs the last couple days.
    • In hopes that hearts will be receptive to the messages at the revival at FBC, Kentwood Sunday through Wednesday.

Billy Graham “Hope for America” will be shown Sunday evening at 7:00 on FOX in case you have not seen it yet.

Thankfulness – Day 9

Today, I would like to thank God for technology.  Remember, I grew up in the age of:

    • slide rulers, not calculators
    • manual typewriters, not computers
    • ditto paper, not laser printers
    • snail mail, not e-mail
    • pen and paper, not blogs
    • etc.

I’m thankful for these, and other, technological improvements that have allowed God’s word to be shared much more effectively.

I covet you prayers today as I speak at a luncheon in celebration of  “125 Years of WMU”.   Pray I will be able to inform and encourage the ladies.  May God use me as His messenger.

Anna Lee

Thursday Addition

Little Millicent Bradley received her “angel wings” last night.  Pray for the family as they face all the coming days without her.  She was  certainly loved on the days God gave her to live here on earth.

Thursday Addition

Baptist Press

 BPNews.net

 

Bonnie Griffith Strickland 

(August 23, 1921 – November 6, 2013)

A resident of Kentwood, she died at 10:02 a.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite at 92 years of age. She is survived by her sister, Helen Courtney, Monroe; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo Sidney Strickland; parents, Elmer and Bessie Griffith; 2 sisters, Brennice Hawkins and Wanzie Terry; and a brother, Elmer “Grif” Griffith. She was a Past Worthy Matron, Order of the Easter Star, Spring Creek, and a member of First Baptist Church in Kentwood. She loved her dogs and crocheting. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 8, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Joey Miller. Interment Spring Creek Cemetery, Spring Creek. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 Annie Iverstine Poillion
(February 19, 1927 – November 6, 2013)  

A resident of Amite, she died on Thursday, November 6, 2013 at Louisiana Medical Center and Heart Hospital in Lacombe. She was born February 19, 1927 in Hammond and was 86 years of age. Survived by husband of 66 years, William “Bill” Poillion, Sr.; 6 children, Bill Poillion, Jr. and wife, Mary, Regina Poillion Bracy and husband, Randall, Charles Poillion and wife, Mary, Dennis Poillion and wife, Linda, Carol Poillion Fucci and husband, Eddie, and John Poillion and wife, Celine; 26 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Bessie Magro, Mary Stang and husband, Jack, and Linda King and husband, Mike; and three brothers, Luke Iverstine, Jr. and wife, Pat, Dave Iverstine and wife, Sue, and Emile Iverstine. Preceded in death by her parents, Luke and Francis Iverstine; and three sisters, Josephine Puma, Laura Bertone Baptist, and Tina Profita. Visitation at St. Helena Catholic Church, Amite, from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial Services at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2013. Interment Statham Cemetery, Amite. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Helena Catholic Church, Amite, where she was a devoted member. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

“Give thanks to the LORD!

Call upon His name;

make known His deeds among the peoples!”

~Psalm 105:1~

 

Coming tomorrow – Billy Graham!  View a video and check this site for listings of channels and times when you can view the latest message from Rev. Billy Graham.

http://watchbillygraham.com/

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal

Ramer “Polly” Cox Bueche 

(March 27, 1930 – November 4, 2013)

Ramer “Polly” Cox Bueche, 83, Greensburg, went to be with the Lord after 10 years battling Dementia. She retired from Lallie Kemp Medical Center. She loved working in her yard, fishing, music, playing her guitar and caring for her family. She will be greatly missed. Survived by her children, Rhonda Allen Lamendola, Donna Allen Bourgeois and Marsha Allen Needham; and 10 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren, that called her Nanny. Preceded in death by 2 children, Raymond “Ray” Allen and Theresa Sue “Terri” Allen and her parents, Robert “Bob” Cox and Mary Hill Cox. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m., Thursday, November 7, 2013, and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 8, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Larry Robertson. Interment Day’s Cemetery. Pallbears will be her grandsons, Scot Johnson, Clint Johnson, Trent Bourgeois, Kyle Turner, Patrick Allen, Cody Needham and Terry Allen.

Baptist Press 

BPNews.net

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “A Season for Everything”

http://odb.org/

Values – Spread Your Wings – “Signs Amongst Other Little Things”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1443-Signs-Amongst-Other-Little-Things-

Hymn of the Day – “I’ll Live for Him”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/i/i/illlive4.htm

Thankfulness – Day 6

Today, I’m thankful for surprises.  My favorite surprises are not the ones that come wrapped in pretty paper with a bow.  It’s people!  I love to hear from relatives, especially my children and grandchildren.  I like seeing someone I haven’t seen in a while.  I like to get an update on them and their family.  These surprises happen as I shop, view my email, get a request for a friend on Facebook, attend church events in various places, and many other ways.  These little unplanned surprises “make my day”.   I thank God for these surprises!

I trust you are thinking about being thankful too.  It does a heart good.

Anna Lee

Sunday

“Don’t hoard treasure down here

where it gets eaten by moths and corroded by rust

or – worse! – stolen by burglars.  

Stockpile treasure in heaven,

where it’s safe from moth and rust and burglars.  

It’s obvious, isn’t it?  

The place where your treasure is,

is the place you will most want to be,

and end up being.”

~Matthew 6:19-21, The Message~

Continue to pray for Beverly “Doodle” Watson as she fights her battle with cancer.

I read this morning that Mr. John Mabry passed away.  He grew up in Roseland, but I never knew him until he was my principal as I taught at Independence High.  He was a fine man and a great principal.  I also worked with his wife briefly at KHS.  She was a fine lady and faithfully took care of her husband during his lengthy illness.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Be Still”

http://odb.org/

Values – Patience – “Lots of Patience”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1448-Lots-of-Patience

Hymn of the Day – “Rock of Ages”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/r/o/rockages.htm

Thankfulness – Day 3 – Helping Hands

Today, I’m thankful for all the helping hands that make my life go smoother.  Facing reality, I must admit I can not do everything that is sometimes needed in my life.  I’m so thankful for the helping hands that take care of me and my little world.  I pray I will be more aware of the ways I can help others and will take the time to do just that.  Lord, help me to thank others who help me in any way.

This is the Lord’s Day.  Be sure to honor His day!

Anna Lee