Category: Death Notice(s)

Monday – Midday

Eva Smith‘s pacemaker is in place and doing well.  Thanks for praying.

Prayer request from Robbie Lynn

I have a VERY important immediate prayer request for my dear friend – Ramona R. Lott Boyd. I just heard from
her that her Daddy had passed away in her car. Please lift her & her family up in prayer. I will give an update when I know more.

Montpelier Baptist Church VBS

Montpelier Baptist Church VBS starts today 5:30-8:30. We would love to have your children join us this week!!! Hope to see them there!!

Missions – Texas Hands On student lives, learns, adapts –  http://www.commissionstories.com/asia/videos/view/texas-hands-on-student-lives-learns-adapts#.Udr1ga-zDXo.facebook

Monday

“May God be praised!

He has not turned away my prayer

or turned His faithful love from me.”

~Psalm 66:20~

Austin Rose

Well I am learning that there will be good days and bad days. Friday was terrible… Nausea, vomiting, nose bleeds… Ended up on medicine that made him sleep, which was great, but we missed having him alert and awake. Luckily, Saturday was better. Even had a visitor ( thank you for coming) and dad brought in a pan of Chicken Alfredo. Austin ate more last night than he has in over 2 weeks. They are starting to prep me for what I will have to do at home ( no fun) but going home sounds good. Keeping fingers crossed that we get discharged tomorrow afternoon. Will keep y’all posted. Please continue to pray for his healing.

My aunt and my brother-in-law’s mother (the same person)

Eva Smith is having a pacemaker implanted this morning in northern Alabama.  Pray for her, the medical staff, and her family.

Pat Felker called to say her dad, Kenneth Felker, is now a resident for the Kentwood Nursing home.  Mr. Kenneth would appreciate your visits.

Updated obituary

Geoffrey Dennis Bel
(July 10, 1978 – July 5, 2013)

A resident of Amite, he died on Friday, July 5, 2013 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite. He was born July 10, 1978 in Hammond and was 34 years of age. He is survived by his wife, Brandy Kay Bel; 3 daughters, Alayna Evelyn, Katelyn Alexandra and soon to arrive Sara Alexis; father, Dennis Bel; mother, Claire Dupuy Bel; grandmother, Norma Jean Bel; 2 brothers, Clay Bel and wife, Courtney and Chris Bel; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by grandparents, Joseph Bel, Sally and Armond Dupuy. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 12 Noon until religious services at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. David Melville. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Conner Corkern, 60588 Smilin Acres Road, Amite, LA 70422. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Lewis Pierce
(October 17, 1936 – July 1, 2013)

Lewis Pierce, 76, of Placida, Florida passed away peacefully at home on July 1, 2013. Lewis was born in McComb, Mississippi and spent his childhood between Hammond, LA, Lewiston, LA and Honduras. He and his wife, Carol moved to Englewood, Florida with their son, Robert in 1995. Lewis is preceded in death by his father Clyde Leo Pierce, his mother, Ivel Golda Lewis Pierce and his sister, Miriam. Lewis graduated from Southeastern College in Hammond, Louisiana, however, he was an avid LSU football fan. He worked in Industrial and Commercial Fire protection and besides football, loved boating and bike riding. Lewis is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Carol Pierce, two sons, Clyde Lewis Pierce, Jr. and Robert Leo Pierce, also two daughters, Rebecca Susan Pierce and Alyson Ann Pierce. He is also survived by a sister, Sue Pierce Perilloux as well as many nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday July 5, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church in Englewood, FL. Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, July 8, 2013 at Lewiston Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to Calvary Baptist Church Missions Fund, 75 Pine Street, Englewood, Florida 34223. You may express your condolences to the family at lemonbayfh.com

Have a blessed day and be a blessing to someone today.

Anna Lee

 

 

Saturday Addition

3rd VBS Next Week – Osyka Baptist Church

This is will be at night next week like the VBS at New Zion and Line Creek.  Children in our area have some good choices.

Cali Austin got a good report – No cancer at this time.  Thanks for your prayers for her.  Keep praying.

 

Geoffrey Dennis Bel
(July 10, 1978 – July 5, 2013)

A resident of Amite, he died on Friday, July 5, 2013 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite. He was born July 10, 1978 in Hammond and was 34 years of age. He is survived by his wife, Brandy Kay Bel; 3 daughters, Alayna Evelyn, Katelyn Alexandra and soon to arrive Sara Alexis; father, Dennis Bel; mother, Claire Dupuy Bel; grandmother, Norma Jean Bel; 2 brothers, Clay Bel and wife, Courtney and Chris Bel; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by grandparents, Joseph Bel, Sally and Armond Dupuy. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 12 Noon until religious services at 3 p.m. Monday, July 8, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. David Melville. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Conner Corkern. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Friday Addition

Jason and Ellen Morris VandeVuss’ little girl, Ainsley Grace,  has been in the hospital since yesterday and probably will be there until tomorrow.  Her tests are coming out good today, but she will probably need to be free of fever for a little longer before going home.  She is smiling and making many friends at the hospital today.  Pray for the whole family during this upset of the usual routine at home.

 

Cynthia “Cindy” Schumacher Varnado
(June 5, 1950 – July 5, 2013)

A resident of Amite, died at 5:40 a.m. on Friday, July 5, 2013 at Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center in Independence. She was born June 5, 1950 in Toledo, OH and was 63 years of age. Survived by husband, Rodney Varnado, Amite; daughter, Kim Christmas Moore and husband, Mike, Amite; 3 sons, Michael Christmas and wife, Tamie, Amite; Chad Varnado and wife, Melanie, Ponchatoula; and Kirby Varnado and wife, Christie, Hammond; 9 grandchildren, Chelsea, Caitlyn, Cassidy and Craig Golmon, Michael and Reese Christmas, Emily Stricker, Camryn and Nicholas Varnado; great granddaughter, Alayna Golmon; sister, Joan S. Settoon and husband, Dudley, Amite; brother, John Schumacher and wife, Cindy, Independence; and 5 nieces and nephews, Kenna Hood, Keri Settoon, Courtney Schumacher, Hayden Schumacher and Ryan Schumacher. Preceded in death by parents, Frank Carl and Algie Mae Schumacher; 2 brothers, Larry Schumacher and Thomas Schumacher. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 11:00 a.m. until religious services at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, July 6, 2013. Services conducted by Pastor Chip Fitz. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lallie Kemp Foundation.

 Please be in prayer for the family.

 

Friday

“In the same way the Spirit also joins to help in our weakness,

because we do not know what to pray for as we should,

but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with unspoken groanings.”

~Romans8:26~

Austin Rose is doing better.  He is able to eat a little and to enjoy having company.  The family thanks you so much for your prayers.

Please read “Prayers for Eli” on Facebook.  Eli has been/is a very sick little boy.  As you pray for him, please include prayers for the family.

Some of my aunt’s immediate family were meeting with her doctor at 6:30 this morning to discuss a pacemaker.  Let’s pray for whatever decision was made.  Let’s also be thankful some of the Louisiana portion of the family were able to be in Alabama with Eva Smith.

My niece, Kristin Eudy, came home from her mission trip to Haiti yesterday afternoon.  She left another piece of her heart there.  Pray for Kristin to be able to use her experiences to encourage others to participate in missions.

Betty Ann Rodriguez Turner
(September 7, 1935 – July 3, 2013)

A resident of Independence, died at 1:50 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond. She was born September 7, 1935 in Amite and was 77 years of age. Survived by 2 daughters, Janet Danna and husband, David, Independence and Laurie Turner and partner, Sandra Cummings, Mt. Hermon; 2 sons, Clay Turner, Loranger and James Turner and wife, Kelly, Lake Charles; 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; 2 daughters-in-law, Connie Turner, Loranger and Loretta Turner, Loranger. Preceded in death by husband, James Thomas Turner; son, Glenn Turner; parents, Alton and Lorena Rodriguez; brother, Alex Rodriguez; 3 half-brothers, Melvin, Doc and Clint Chavers. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Sunday and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 8, 2013. Interment Loranger Cemetery, Loranger. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

“3 Common Traits of Youth Who Don’t Leave the Church” – http://www.churchleaders.com/youth/youth-leaders-articles/159175-3-common-traits-of-youth-who-don-t-leave-the-church.html?p=1

“1-2-5 Challenge” – http://wmu.com/index.php?q=1-2-5-challenge

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Battling Ego” – http://odb.org/

Inspiration – A Moment of Valor – “John Hawk” – http://moments.org/medal-of-honor-john-hawk-a-moment-of-valor/

Vacation Bible School – Both Line Creek Baptist Church and New Zion Baptist Church in the Kentwood area will have VBS this coming week.  Check with the church to see specifics of date and time.

Have a blessed day and be a blessing to someone today!

Anna Lee

Fourth of July

“The basic reality of God is plain enough.

Open your eyes and there it is!”

~Romans1:19 MSG~

Red Skelton’s Pledge of Allegiance – I’ve seen this on television many times! – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZBTyTWOZCM&feature=share

Mrs. Jerry Pulliam is alert and doing much better.  She’s still hospitalized in McComb and looking forward to getting back to rehab in Kentwood.

Jimmy Schwartz is hospitalized at North Oaks and requests no visitors at this time.  Please pray for him and honor his request.

Austin Rose

Austin update… He continues to get some strength back. Walked down the hall to his breathing treatment yesterday. Ate real food -chicken fingers and mac&cheese- of course it was only a few bites -but still. Also we for some REALLY GREAT NEWS…when we started this whole ordeal 40% of the cells in his bone marrow were cancerous. Test of his marrow on Monday could not detect ANY cancer cells!!! PRAISE BE TO GOD!! So the chemo is working and it continues today. Austin is doing well. Had visitors yesterday which was nice. Thank y’all so much for coming. We just take one day at a time and know that GOD is in control and he hears all the prayers so please keep them going up!!

Prayers for Eli – He cannot break his fever. – Check his facebook page.

Cheryl Dixon Taylor

(August 16, 1960 – July 2, 2013)

A resident of Colemantown, died on Tuesday, July 2, 2013 at Tulane Medical Center in New Orleans. She was born August 16, 1960 in Centreville, MS and was 52 years of age. Survived by her husband, Richard E. “Dusty” Taylor, Colemantown; her beloved mother, Nila Mae Elam Dixon, Colemantown; step-son, Desmond Taylor, Amite; brother, William Charles Dixon and wife, Patricia, Greensburg; 2 sisters, Carol Collins Barnes and husband, Homer, Liberty, MS, and Crystal Dixon Watson and husband, Doug, Greensburg; 9 nieces and nephews including a special niece who was her whole heart and like her own child, Anna-Marie Elizabeth Decute, Greensburg; and 8 great-nieces and great-nephews. Preceded in death by her father, William Wallace Dixon; and a brother-in-law, Lloyd Collins. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Friday and from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 6, 2013. Interment Plank Road Baptist Church Cemetery, Clinton. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Pray for God’s hand in Egypt.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Eternal Eyesight” – http://odb.org/

Inspiration – Moments of Valor – Salvatore Giunta – http://moments.org/medal-of-honor-salvatore-giunta-a-moment-of-valor/

US Army Specialist Salvatore Giunta fought in Afghanistan in 2007 and received the Medal of Honor for his acts of heroism and sacrifice during combat. This is his story. The Moments of Valor series was produced in partnership with the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation. – See more at: http://moments.org/medal-of-honor-salvatore-giunta-a-moment-of-valor/#sthash.RFcyOMAl.dpuf

I hope each of you get to celebrate the holiday in some way.  Pray for our country to stay strong and firm in all the values that caused the Declaration of Independence to be written 237 years ago!

Anna Lee

Monday Obituaries

Update on Austin… Monday, July 1 st… Great couple of days!! Over the weekend he was taken off dialysis, had his breathing tube removed AND came off the oxygen. Stats so good he was able to get out of ICU on Sunday afternoon and got a regular room ( yay!). No limit to the number of visitors so we don’t have to hide Blair behind the curtain LOL. He continues to respond well to the chemo. Started round 2 today. Hasn’t eaten yet since this whole ordeal started but getting his nutrients from a bag. Still has all his hair, not due to fall out for another week maybe. Fighting minor little things but other than that doing great. Will probably be here through next weekend then hopefully have a week off before round 3 starts. Thank you all so very much for all of the thoughts , prayers, goodies, posters, and inspirational words. We are truly blessed beyond comprehension. Please continue to pray as we take one day at a time.

Thanking God for this good report.

Fannie Stringfield Waller
(March 10, 1920 – July 1, 2013)

A resident of Kentwood, she died at 3:15 a.m. on Monday, July 1, 2013 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond. She was born March 10, 1920 in Bolivar and was 93 years of age. She is survived by her son, William “Freddie” Waller and his wife, Shirley; 2 grandsons, Michael David Waller and Christopher Scott Waller; great-granddaughter, Stephanie Michelle Waller, all of Kentwood; sister, Wilkie Conerly, Hattiesburg, MS; numerous beloved nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Jesse M. Waller, Jr.; parents, William Jesse Stringfield and Ollie Jane Bankston Stringfield; 1 brother and 4 sisters. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 5, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Albert Pendarvis. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Monday Addition

From JoEllen Carruth

So very thankful right now. Daryl (Carruth) fell … while working on some hay equipment and really hurt his hip. Just left hospital and it is not broken just really bad bruise. Hay season is always full of injuries in our parish so you guys need to be careful.

Mrs. Susie Wales

Thanks for all the prayers and support during Mom’s recent return to the hospital. The doctor was able to put her hip back in place with quick success. She is in a special hip brace that gives added support to the hip and knee. She is on limited weight bearing with her right hip, having to walk on her right toes and use the walker to carry her weight on that side. She is to continue this for a minimum of six(6) weeks. Home health therapy will be every day for most of that time. She is back with Kathy and I until the doctors tell her she can return to normal walking and no brace, 3 to 6 months. Continue to pray for her healing, recovery and her attitude as she has to put up with us and our crazy schedule this summer. Her motto is “fight, fight, fight.” She is determined to make it through this.
In Christ,
Chris
Two deaths to mention:
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  • Mrs. Fannie Stringfield – Kentwood

Tuesday

“The Lord was going before them in a pillar of cloud by day to lead them on the way,

and in a pillar of fire by night to give them light,

that they might travel by day and by night.”

~Exodus 13:21, NASB~

This verse reminds me of the hymn “He Leadeth Me”.

Robbie Lynn Callihan Kirby – http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/robbielynn

Mrs. Susie Wales was able to return home yesterday.  She and her family are very appreciative of your prayers.

Mrs. Sherry Day was also hospitalized over the weekend with cellulitis.  She thinks she may have had a mosquito bite that caused a reaction.

VBS at Mr. Nebo last night was wonderful.  They were blessed to have 86 children present.  The children were blessed by the VBS staff.

Mrs. Janie Wise spoke at the WMU meeting at New Zion sharing about Camp Tall Timbers.

The June “Young” Ladies Birthday Party will be at Nyla’s at 11 A.M. today.  Ladies being honored are Bettye Fussell, Sandra Arnold, Maxine Turner, Alcyon Hayden, and Barbara Hutchinson.

Jeremy Lawrence Owen

(June 5, 1987 – June 23, 2013)

A resident of Meadville, MS, died on Sunday, June 23, 2013 in Kentwood. He was born June 5, 1987 in Wurzburg, Germany and was 26 years of age. He was a student at Co-Lin Community College and a member of the Mississippi National Guard. He was also a member of O’Zion Baptist Church in Meadville, MS. Survived by daughter, Alexa LaClaire Owen; mother, Ramona Trout Owen; father, Frank Vincent Owen, Sr.; stepmother, Callie Michelle Owen; brothers and sisters, Frank Vincent Owen, Jr., Amber Marie Owen, Ashley Elizabeth Robison and husband, Jacob, and Joshua Alexander Owen; niece, Lanna Marie Robison; grandparents, Larry and Jean Trout, Frank and Linda Owen and Jerrie Sue Cutrer and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceded in death by sister, Courtney Lynn Owen; aunt, Dixie Lea Owen; and grandparents, Carolyn Ann Hoover and James Edward Wroten, Sr. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Tuesday and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Peter Harrington. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Marvin “R.L.” Miller
(February 3, 1942 – June 23, 2013)

A resident of Hillsdale, died at 8:47 a.m. on Sunday, June 23, 2013 at his home. He was born February 3, 1942 in Hillsdale and was 71 years of age. Survived by wife, Rose Mary Robertson Miller; daughter, Melinda Miller; 2 sons, Michael and Melvin Miller; 3 sisters, Betty Lou Lanclos, Diane Varnado and Judy Murphy; and 4 brothers, Robert Ed, Lewis, Bobby and Lonnie Ray Brumfield. Preceded in death by mother, Margaret Miller Brumfield; stepfather, Robert Brumfield; brother, Billy Brumfield; and grandparents, Whittie and Louise Miller. Visitation at Hillsdale Baptist Church from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. on Tuesday and from 9:00 a.m. until religious services at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Darryl Miller. Interment at Roberts Cemetery, Hillsdale. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 Inspiration – A Moment of Hope – “Adoption’s Reward” – http://moments.org/adoptions-reward-a-moment-of-hope/

 Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Country Doctor” –  http://odb.org/

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Have a blessed day!

Anna Lee 

 

Obituary

Audrey “Sook” Bennett Stevens
(November 7, 1927 – June 22, 2013)

A resident of Amite, died at 1:23 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite. She was born November 7, 1927 in Wilmer and was 85 years of age. Survived by daughter, Brenda S. Catalanotto; granddaughter, Christy Catalanotto; all of Amite. Preceded in death by her husband, Alvin “Pee Wee” Stevens; son, Alvin N. “Bubbie” Stevens, Jr. and parents, Desiree and Mary Bass Bennett. Graveside Services will be held at Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite at 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 24, 2013. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite.