Category: Death Notice(s)

Saturday Afternoon

Monday, the annual WMU Day of Prayer will be held at Kedron.  Come at 10:00 for the program and stay for the covered dish lunch to follow.

Timothy Wayne McFerrin
(December 13, 1967 – November 1, 2013)

A resident of Greensburg, he died at Touro Infirmary in New Orleans on Friday, November 1, 2013 at 10:18 a.m. He was born on December 13, 1967 and he was 45 years of age. Survived by his mother, Betty Alford McFerrin; brother, James “Jim” Reginald McFerrin, Jr. and his wife, Kimberly; 2 sisters, Wendy McFerrin Dover and husband, Carey & Miranda McFerrin Spencer and husband, Joe; nephews, Cody McFerrin and Dakota Spencer; nieces, Kayla McFerrin, Casey Spencer, Brittany Dover, Sarah McFerrin, Amber Dover, Zera “Lizzie” McGuff, Avery Spencer and Julieanna McFerrin. Preceded in death by his father, James Reginald “Reggie” McFerrin, Sr. Visitation will be at First Baptist Church, Greensburg, on Monday, November 4, 2013 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. and Tuesday, November 5, 2013 from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. Services conducted by Bro. Tommy Smith. Interment at Greensburg Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First Baptist Church of Greensburg Children’s Ministry. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Don’t forget to turn your clock back an hour tonight.  If you don’t, you end up somewhere, hopefully church, an hour early.

Jason took this picture of the chapel at Berry College, just a couple miles from his home, for the top of my link.  Actually, he made several pictures at Berry, but I chose this one.  I hope you can see that fall is in the air in Georgia.

Wednesday Afternoon

Baby Graham

Dr. David Crosby, pastor of FBCNO, wrote this morning that his grandson was going home from the hospital today.  Thank God for the progress Graham has made since the accident and pray for continued improvement.

 

Dennis Cogan, Sr.
(December 28, 1947 – October 29, 2013)

A resident of Kentwood, died at 11:58 p.m. on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite. He was born December 28, 1947 in Puttman, CT and was 65 years of age. He was a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather and a member of First Baptist Church in Kentwood. Survived by companion, Linda Cogan; 2 daughters, Lynette Cogan Wall and Denise Cogan-Blackmon; 1 son, Rusty Cogan; 7 grandchildren, Johnathan, Kelsey and Kolby Wall, Brayden, Emily and Caitlynn Blackmon and Alexa Cogan; 2 great grandchildren, Dayston and Aiden Wall; 1 sister, Candy Cogan and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Joyce Cogan and brother, Robert Cogan. A private family service will be held at a later date. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday

“For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save the lost.”

      ~Luke 19:10~

 

Pray for the Hossier family as God continues to work through them.

Baptist Press

http://www.bpnews.net/

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “The Last Chapter” 

http://odb.org/

Values – Encouragement – “Lottery Mishap”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1454-Lottery-Mishap

Hymn of the Day – “The B-I-B-L-E”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/b/i/B-I-B-L-E.htm

Harold R. Blades Sr.

“Out of the past I see your eyes, their twinkle mixed with blue; And so this day I think of things kept in my heart for you.” Harold was born April 12, 1934 in Kentwood, LA to William Oscar Blades and Ellen Rimes Blades. He drifted into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, October 27, 2013 at OLOL Hospital with loving family at his side. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lorraine Doucet Blades; daughter Cindy Blades Cody and husband Michael; sons Mitchel Anthony Blades, Gregory Wayne Blades and wife Jo Ann Blades, and Harold R. Blades, Jr.; grandchildren Kenneth Cody, Sarah Marie Ellen Cody, Rebecca Lane Cody, Aaron Michael Blades, Hunter Austin Blades, Krystal Blades, and Heaven L. Blades; great-grandchildren Myrikel Blades, Tristin Cummings, Piper Witt, and Jamie Carson; sisters Audrey B. and husband Pete Williams, and Linda B. and husband Ric Moore; brothers Wilbur (Bo) and wife Sharon Blades, Roger and wife Annette Blades, Clayton and wife Margaret Blades; sisters-in-law Ernestine Blades, Florence Bielkiewicz, Peggy Andre, and Mona and husband Michael Mayeau; and brother-in-law Rulon (Skip) Yarborough. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Betty B. Yarborough, and brother William O. Blades, Jr. Pallbearers are Aaron and Hunter Blades, Kenneth Cody, Brett Moore, Trevor Andre, and Rafe Blades. Honorary Pall Bearers are Terry Blades, Rusty Williams, and Lyle Andre. Harold served his country in the US Army from 1956-1958. He then began his career as a fireman for the Baton Rouge Fire Department where he was always loyal, honest, and dedicated to his duties. He had a special talent for machinery repair and advanced to Master Mechanic. He loved his job and felt a great responsibility to assure that his work was thorough and safe. He was a loving and giving person with a keen sense of humor. He especially loved children, and they loved him. Harold loved and knew his Lord. He was an active member of Live Oak Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. His ever-faithful Sunday School Class came to his home to hold classes when he was no longer able to attend church. Visitation will be held at Seale Funeral Home in Denham Springs on Tuesday, October 29, from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, October 30, at Pine Ridge United Methodist Church, 3893 Hwy. 440, Kentwood, at 8:00 AM with the funeral and celebration of life service at 11:00 AM. Donations can be made to The Michael J. Fox Research Foundation or to the Cancer Service of Greater Baton Rouge. – See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theadvocate/obituary.aspx?n=harold-r-blades&pid=167750198&fhid=17447#sthash.R9pj5Wtn.dpuf

Looking forward to whatever this day has for me.

Anna Lee

Tuesday Evening

“May the LORD be praised,

for He has heard the sound of my pleading.”

~Psalm 28:6~

 

I talked with Yvonne Birch this afternoon.  She is slowly improving, but will not be completely recovered from her surgery.  Pray for continued improvement.

Macy Gueldner’s received great news today – the chemo is working!

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

Raymond M. Burt, Jr.

(June 4, 1969 – October 28, 2013)

A resident of Kentwood, died at 4:02 a.m. on Monday, October 28, 2013 at Crossroads Community Hospital in Mt. Vernon, IL. He was born June 4, 1969 in Magnolia, MS and was 44 years of age. He was a truck driver for Bates Trucking and a member of Club X Bike Club. Survived by mother, Linda Stinson Burt, Kentwood; 3 brothers, Michael Burt, James Burt, and Steven Burt and wife, Tina, all of Kentwood; girlfriend, Lauri Dunnam; aunt, Dorothy Eaton and husband, Jack and family; and his little girl boxers, Tori and Lacie. Preceded in death by father, Raymond M. Burt, Sr.; grandparents, Charles and Eva Burt and Earl and Addi Stinson. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m., Friday, November 1, 2013, and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 2, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. E. J. Didon. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “WonderfuL!”

http://odb.org/

Values – Caring – “What’s Your Name?”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1455-What-s-Your-Name-

Hymn of the Day – “Higher Ground”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/h/i/highergr.htm

Baptist Press

http://www.bpnews.net/

Did you share some of your Christian joy today?

Anna Lee

Monday Evening

Baby Graham, the eight month old who got his head in a bucket of water three weeks ago, is continuing to improve.  There is a possibility he will be able to leave the hospital as early as Wednesday.  Graham still has more improvement, but doctors are optimistic that will come.

The national guard unit from our area that is serving in the Middle East will be back Stateside on December 14 and after a debriefing time in Texas will be home with family for Christmas.

Macy Gueldner –  http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Raymond Burt, Jr. was killed in a truck accident last night.  I don’t know of any arrangements yet, but please pray for the family.

Tuesday Addition

ROBERT B. “BOB” STEGALL, SR.

SEPTEMBER 21, 1926 – OCTOBER 18, 2013)

Robert B. “Bob” Stegall, Sr., 87, died October 18, 2013, at VA Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Funeral Services were scheduled for 3 p.m. Tuesday, October 22 in the chapel of Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Visitation was from 12 noon until service time at 3 p.m.

Mr. Stegall was born on Sept. 21, 1926, in McComb, MS. to William Archie and Emma Gladys Farrar Stegall. He was a WWII Veteran and was honorably discharged after serving in the US Army from Dec. 1944 until Nov. 1946. After his tour of duty, he was self-employed as a Master Mechanic for 50 years establishing the business of Stegall’s Garage in Kentwood. Mr. Stegall was a member of First Baptist of Kentwood.
Mr. Stegall was preceded in death by a son, Robert B. “Bobby” Stegall, Jr. and grandson, Michael Hendry along with his parents, one sister and one brother.
Survivors include his daughter, Linda (Gary) Hendry, Plaquemine, LA; 2 sisters, Patsy Jackson, Brookhaven, MS, Bonnie (Vaughn) Galloway, Brandon, MS; 2 brothers, Freddie (Jane) Stegall, Wesson, MS and Jessie (Linda) Stegall, Wesson, MS. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the staff of Mississippi State Veterans Home where he was a resident for the past 3 years for their dedicated care and devotion.

Tuesday

“I must proclaim the good news about the kingdom of God to the other towns also,

because I was sent for this purpose.”

~Luke 4:43~

 

Pray for Wanda Smith as she goes to the doctor to check on her foot.  Wanda doesn’t feel like it is healing as it should.

Macy Gueldner – http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Mrs. Annie Bell Harrell has been diagnosed with a broken pelvis.  Pray for her and her family at this difficult time.

Robbie Lynn Kirby is improving, even though the side effects are hard on her.  Her doctor performed a great surgery.  She did not need chemo or radiation.  She has lost 70 pounds and much of her hair.  She needs to rest most of this first year.  Pray for her as she continues to fight this battle.  Pray for her family as they support her any way they can.  She has a positive attitude through all of this!

Mr. George Eddie Lee and Mrs. Alice Faye are proud to announce the birth of their first great grandchild, a great grandson, Brooks Eli Wilkinson, on his birthday.  Brooks was born yesterday evening weighing in at 8 lb, 10 oz. and with a length of 22 in.  Proud parents are Jacob and Hannah Wilkinson.  The grandparents are Lee and Debbie Wilkinson and Don and Angela Shockley.  Let’s all thank God for the arrival of this special blessing.

Rafe Cutrer, son of Raymond and Brandy Cutrer, is pleased to report that the new baby in the family will be a girl.  What a blessing!

Mr. Bob Stegall passed away and will be buried in Mississippi.  If you need details of the arrangements, please call FBC, Kentwood (229-8111).

Today, we will meet at Nyla’s at 11:00 to celebrate the October birthdays at the “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party.  Join us for this special event.

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “The Campaign” –  http://odb.org/

Values – Character – “The Woman Who Serves Others Now in Crisis Herself” –  http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1472-Woman-Who-Serves-Others-Now-in-Crisis-Herself

Hymn of the Day – “Trust and Obey” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/t/r/trstobey.htm

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Thanks for checking this site and praying for these needs.  We know believing and praying are vital!

Anna Lee

Monday

“I call on You, God, because You will answer me;

listen closely to me;

hear what I say.”

~Psalm 17:6~

 

Caring Bridge site for Macy Gueldner 

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

Baby Graham continues to improve and may get to go home soon.  Continue to pray for Graham as he gets checked out closely.  Pray for the family who have been at the hospital for eleven days now.

Penny Dees McDowell is slowly showing signs of improvement.  Pray she continues to change in a positive direction.  Pray for her family as they continue to help watch over her at North Oaks.

Continue to pray for Tommy and Jessica Garner as she battles cancer.  Pray for the couple’s four children ages 6 months through 8th grade.  Add the children’s grandparents to the list too.

Pray for Yvonne Birch as he has back surgery Wednesday at OLOL in Baton Rouge.  She is expecting to be in the hospital until the weekend.

Pray for Marty Simpson who will be having an angiogram and possibly stents Wednesday at the heart hospital in Lacombe.  Pray for his family as they help care.

Continue to pray for those who are sick or recovering from surgery including Mrs. Annie Bell Harrell, Mrs. Hazel Smith, and Smiley Conerly.

Sherry P. Wallace
(April 13, 1953 – October 20, 2013)

A resident of Amite, died at 2:47 a.m. on Sunday, October 20, 2013 at her home. She was born April 13, 1953 in Lubbock, TX and was 60 years of age. She was a retired nurse and a Past Worthy Matron of OES #247, Order of Eastern Star. She is survived by her husband, Randy Wallace, Sr., Amite; 2 daughters, Wendy Carrier and husband, Herman, Amite and Stacey Austin, Franklinton; son, Randy Wallace, Jr., Amite; 6 grandchildren, Blake Carrier, DeStanie Austin, Heidi Carrier, Katie Austin, Corrin Wallace and Reagan Wallace; 2 brothers, Corey Phelps, Amite and Lance Populis, New Orleans; mother, Patsy Tate, Amite; step-father, Denver Populis. Preceded in death by father, Clayton Phelps; step-father, Hillary Breed Tate. Visitation at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. on Monday and from 10 a.m. until religious services at 12 Noon on Tuesday, October 22, 2013. Services conducted by Bro. Marshall Wallace. Interment Briar Patch Cemetery, Loranger. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “O Glorious Day!” – http://odb.org/

Values – Friendship – “True Friends” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1476–True-Friends

Hymn of the Day – “One Day” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/o/n/oneday.htm

Don’t forget the “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party tomorrow at Nyla’s.  We will be celebrating all those with October birthdays at 11:00.

Lend a helping hand to Friendship House in New Orleans by bringing the following items to FBC, Kentwood.

  • Bottles of water
  • Small containers of deodorant
  • Size 3 diapers
  • Brown lunch bags

Lend a helping hand in our area by bringing winter clothing to FBC, Kentwood to be used by Re-Store.

  • Jackets
  • Sweat shirts or pants
  • Winter scarves
  • Hats
  • Gloves/Mittens

Have a blessed day!  Be a blessing to someone else.!

Anna Lee

Friday

“LORD, You have heard the desire of the humble;

You will strengthen their hearts.

You will listen carefully.”

~Psalm 10:17~

 

Elaine Baham Steward is doing better.  Pray for her as she continues her battle with cancer.

Pray for Hubert “Brother” Yarborough as he has surgery Nov. 4th.  Pray for his family too.

Marty Simpson will be having an angiogram in Lacombe Wednesday.  Pray the doctor finds and corrects Marty’s problem.

Penny Dees McDowell’s sedation is being reduced.  Pray for her as she deals with each medical issue of each day.  Pray for her family.

Mrs. Hazel Smith has been ‘under the weather”.  Pray for her to be better soon.

 

E. Fountain Young, Jr.
(September 9, 1928 – October 12, 2013)

E. Fountain Young, Jr. began his earthly journey on September 9, 1928 and his heavenly one 85 years later on October 12, 2013. He grew up in Pine Grove, Louisiana and was an active member of the Pine Grove United Methodist Church along with his parents, Evie Fountain Young, Sr. and Inez Morgan Young. In 1945 Fountain graduated valedictorian from Pine Grove High School and then set out to serve in the United States Army and did so from 1946 to 1948, spending time in Japan. He observed that there was a close alliance between freedom and education, and to that end he attended Louisiana State University where he earned a BS in General Agriculture in 1951 and a Master of Science in Agronomy in 1953. He received a Ph.D. in Agriculture and Applied Science from Oklahoma State University in 1964. His studies took him to Venezuela where he worked on herbicides for corn production. He also believed that one could find dignity in work well done. He devoted himself to plant research that he accomplished through the United States Department of Agriculture. In 1985 he co-authored a book with Tommy E. Thompson, Pecan Cultivars, Past and Present, a widely used field guide for growing pecans. He also did research that led to the successful production of SuPima cotton. Mr. Young was a Master Mason as well as a Shriner. He was an active member of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in El Paso, Texas before his recent move to Monroe, Michigan. Fountain’s most cherished accomplishment was his family, whom he adored. He lives on in the hearts of those who love him including his wife of 56 years, Sarah Margaret Davis Young, a daughter, Kathryn Elaine Murphy (Mark) and sons Eric Forrest Young (Catherine), Brett Allen Young (Pam), and grandchildren, Bryan Murphy (Jennifer), Megan Murphy, Jennifer Murphy, Morgan Murphy, Sarah Young, and Alysa Young, and one great grandchild, Sophia Murphy, along with his siblings, Willie Eugene Young (Mary Katherine), Elizabeth Joe Dykes (Tag), and Robert Larry Young (Judy). Friends and family will wish him a fond farewell on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Pine Grove United Methodist Church, Pine Grove, LA with visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. Services conducted by Rev. Michael Townsend. Interment will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, is in charge of the arrangements. Memorials for E. Fountain Young, Jr. can be made to St. Luke United Methodist Church, 9915 Montwood Drive, El Paso, Texas, 79925, Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 800 South Detroit Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43609 or Pine Grove United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 1091, Pine Grove, LA 70453.

 

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

 

 Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “The End” – http://odb.org/

 

 

Values – “Patience” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1480-Character-Trait-PATIENCE

 

Hymn of the Day – “Work for the Night is Coming” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/w/o/workfort.htm

 

“Lucy” Bible Study – this morning at 10:00 in the fellowship hall of FBC,K    Bring a sack lunch.

Make today count for something.  Don’t let it pass by as an unproductive day.

Anna Lee