Pray for people as they make decisions about the Covid-19 vaccination.
Peyton Travis
July 31, 1965 – February 19, 2021
Lewis “Peyton” Travis, a resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Friday, February 19, 2021 at his home with his wife Iva Jane Cashion-Travis. He was born July 31, 1965 in Amite, LA and was 55 years of age. He is survived by 2 sons, Lewis Peyton Travis, Jr. and Landon Ray Travis and wife Kelsey; grandson, Bentley Ray Travis; mother, Betty H. Travis Taylor; 2 brothers and a sister, Douglas “Herman” Travis, Jr., Tracie Travis Ballard Ryan and Reid Travis, wife Allyson; nieces and nephews, James N. Ballard, Jr., Joshua Clay Ballard, Wesley and Wyatt Travis, Jacob, Samuel, Charlie, Daniel, Joseph, and Caleb Travis; 1 niece, Shelbie Travis; 3 great nieces, Alayna Travis, Charlie Kate Travis, Austyn Travis; great-nephew, Ezra Travis. Preceded in death by his father, Douglas H. Travis; step-father, James B. Taylor; grandparents, Lewis Wesley Sandifer, Alice Scott Sandifer, Reid Travis, Margurite Wilkinson, Travis Vernon; niece, Jessie Travis. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5:00PM until 9:00PM on Friday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, February 27, 2021. Services conducted by Bro. Vince Estes. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola, LA. Pallbearers will be James Ballard, Jr., Joshua Clay Ballard, Charles Holden, David Liuzza, Luther Byron McCallister, Scott Shaffett, Donny Burch, and Fin Hagan. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Read the Bible Chronologically in 2021 – February 25
LEVITICUS 25:24-26:46
Prayer Focus for the Day – Today, let’s pray for churches and their mission to reach others for Jesus!
As you shop, remember Operation Christmas Child “shoeboxes”. We are in need of flashlights and AAA batteries at this time. You may even have the opportunity to tell someone about OCC as you shop.
“I would have despaired unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.”
~Psalm 27:13 (NASB)~
Mr. “Cete” Dillon will have a heart procedure Tuesday, March 2 at Ochsner Hospital in New Orleans. Please be in prayer for him, his family, and the medical staff working with him.
David had totally lost his vision when we met Dr. O’Sullivan in New Orleans after hours on a Friday afternoon. Yesterday, we saw Dr. O’Sullivan. He is so thrilled David has eyesight. Yesterday, he told us he loved us! That’s not something we hear every day from a doctor. David told the doctor how thankful he is for the doctor and his skills. Dr. O’Sullivan said it wasn’t his doing, but God’s. David can truly say, “Once I was blind, but now I can see.” We love Dr. O’Sullivan!
Read the Bible chronologically in 2021 – February 24
I understand many people have received their vaccinations. As time progresses, more and more age groups and professions will also get theirs. I’m thankful for the vaccinations and praying for the covid rate to continue to drop. Thank God for the development and the administration of the vaccine all across our country. Pray it will also be available to others all around the world soon.
Please continue to pray for the many grieving families in our area.
“I would have despaired unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.”
Psalm 27:13 (NASB)
Please continue to pray for Sherman Cutrer and his family. He is better, but his medical issue is not resolved.
Please continue to pray for all the families who are grieving
David‘s health has been slowly improving despite his two major issues. He has gained back his weight and is eating us out of “house and home”. His doctors are still puzzled, but we are not questioning because we know God is in charge. His blood level has been an issue for several years because his body wasn’t producing blood. He had blood work yesterday that showed his body IS PRODUCING blood again (12.8) and his ultrasound showed his liver is in the normal range. God certainly has worked miracles! Two years ago in January, David was given six weeks to live. He has had those six weeks plus two more years and counting. We thank God and David’s fantastic doctors.
Today’s Prayer Focus – Thank God for the warmer temperatures!
Last week we had some extremely cold weather. Life was miserable for us because we are not accustomed to dealing with such conditions. Let’s not forget to thank God for getting us through those days and bringing us into a season of warmer temperatures.
Sherman Cutrer is in North Oaks following a possible diabetic issue. Please pray for Sherman and Jewel Kay.
Audrey Faye Blades Williams
February 24, 1936 – February 20, 2021
“There is a place of infinity, Tucked away in memory…gentle breezes stir the air, and my soul finds solace there” -Audrey Williams
Audrey Faye Blades Williams passed from this life with peace surrounded by family on February 20 at the age of 84. Expert-biscuit-maker, matriarch, devoted wife of 65 years, family historian and true southern lady… Audrey “Sister” was born to William Oscar & Ellen R. Blades Feb 24, 1936. She was raised in the Pine Ridge community of St. Helena Parish. There, she attended Greensburg High School where she was a cheerleader, basketball player and earned valedictorian honors. In 1955, she married the love of her life, James W. “Pete” Williams, Sr. and reared their four children in Baker, LA. In her accomplished career, she was a passionate mental health advocate with the state of Louisiana. For over 40 years she worked tirelessly for the rights of the forgotten, underserved and less fortunate. As Director, she was pivotal in developing the program that brought Adult Protective Services to Louisiana, and dedicated her life to helping those in need. Arguably, her greatest achievements lay in matters of the heart. Her love story began when she met Pete at an Easter egg hunt, where she bent the rules in order to beat him. The winner of the prize that day is still debated, as he is the one that left with the girl. After dating for several years, she decided they should see other people. Pete met her on the porch swing the next day and kindly offered to join her on her other dates, to make sure they were okay. The rest is history. The years were full of beautiful memories, constant laughter at the antics of her husband and enduring love; even in the final days. Her purest moments of joy were found in those surrounded by children. She was a homemade chicken and dumpling enthusiast, an expert decorator, gardener and floral arranger, shopper extraordinaire, passionate defender, a poet and a friend to all. Through each of life’s seasons, she held our hands intently in her own, gave the deepest hugs, and listened as if absorbing every trouble to lighten the load. A holiday perfectionist, lover of angels, dreams and spirituality, she made each gathering a magical event. Inexplicably, she had an effortless way that made everyone that knew her feel at home. There are so many things that we will miss about Audrey, none more so than her endlessly compassionate and loving soul. Audrey Faye Blades Williams, member of First United Methodist Church of Baton Rouge, is survived by her loving husband of 65 years James W. “Pete” Williams, Sr.; sons James “Rusty” Williams ( Mary); Randal Williams (Kristi); daughters Mari Ellen Wintz (Al); Sherry Williams-Jenkins; grandchildren Adam Childers; Will Wintz; Alison Balkey; Jamie Sillivent; Michele Solomon; Chad Williams; Nicole Williams; Charles “CJ” Jenkins; Luke Jenkins; great-grandchildren Sarah and Liam Wintz; Noah Childers; Grey and Micah Balkey; Gage and Ryker Sillivent; Brooks Solomon; brothers Wilbur “Bo” Blades (Sharon); Roger Blades; Clayton Blades ( Margaret); Linda Moore (Ric); brother-in-law Skippy Yarborough; sister-in-law Lorraine Blades. Preceded in death by parents Oscar and Ellen Blades; Sister Betty Yarborough; brothers Harold and Sonny Blades (Ernestine); sister-in-law Annette Blades; son-in-law Chuck Jenkins; and grandson John Randal Williams. Pallbearers are Adam Childers, Will Wintz, CJ Jenkins, Luke Jenkins, Chad Williams, and Al Wintz. We can’t begin to thank Rikki Lynn Hurston, (RN and niece) enough for the love and tender, skilled nursing care she provided during the last weeks of life. Donations in Audrey’s memory can be made to the Audrey and Pete Williams Social Work Field Education Scholarship at SLU, research to cure dementia, St. Jude Research Hospital, or an act of kindness to someone in need. Services will be held at Pine Ridge United Methodist Church, 3893 LA-440 in St. Helena Parish. Visitation will open to all on Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021 from 4:00pm until 7:00pm. A private Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday conducted by Rev. Dr. Michael Townsend. A Graveside Service will be held at Pine Ridge Cemetery around 11:40am and will be open to all-feel free to bring a chair. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Read the Bible chronologically n 2021 – February 21
A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Friday, February 19, 2021 at Riverside Medical Center in Franklinton, LA. She was born December 25, 1925 in Jackson, LA and was 95 years of age. She is survived by 3 daughters Fairba Russell Cade (Raymond), Nancy Russell Forbes (Bobby), and Julie Kathy Russell; 1 son Lloyd Russell; 2 step-sons J. C. Miller and Wendell Miller (Diane); grandchildren, Celeste Cade Hickman (Tommy), Christie Cade Quin (Ray), Laura Forbes Ricuard, Wendy Miller Tilley (Robert), Barry Miller (Leslie), Julie Miller, and Josh Miller (Nikki); numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and a special niece, Patti Heine (Walter). Preceded in death by first husband Roy V. Russell; second husband Emmett C. Miller; son Roy V. Russell; brother Julius Alton Bowman; parents Howard and Iola Shillings Bowman; daughter in law Debbie Rimes Miller. Pallbearers will be Bruce Ricuard, Ray Quin, Connor Quin, and Tommy Hickman. Honorary pallbearers will be Raymond Cade, Bobby Forbes, Wendell Miller and J. C. Miller. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Thursday, February 25, 2021. Services conducted by Rev. Ray Wuerzer. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Roseland, LA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Cancer, Kidney, or Heart Associations. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
(When I listed Nita’s surviving children yesterday, I named the three girls and left off Lloyd. Sorry, Lloyd.)
Nita was one of the sweetest ladies David and I have ever know!
To Know Her Was to love her!
Yesterday, I just couldn’t bring myself to writing that Peyton and Iva Jane Travis had been killed. I do not have an obituary yet, but will post one when it is available. Pray for this family and and their many friends who were blessed to enjoy their smiles and laughter.
Read the Bible chronologically in 2021 – February 21
LEVITICUS 14:33-16:34
Thank God for warmer weather!
Today’s Prayer Focus:Our Need to Trust and Depend on God
Mrs. Nita Russell Miller passed away yesterday. I’ll post an obituary when one becomes available. Her surviving children are Faibra Cade, Nancy “Janie” Forbes, and Cathy Russell and stepsons, Wendell Miller and J.C. Miller
Eula Edgecombe Clement
December 05, 1930 – February 19, 2021
Eula Edgecombe Clement passed away on Friday, February 19, 2021 in Amite, LA. She was born December 5, 1930 in New Orleans, LA and was 90 years of age. She is a resident of Amite and a former resident of New Orleans and Metairie. She was a retired phlebotomist and surgical instrument technician from Ochsner Foundation Hospital and loved quilting, crafting, and reading. Miss Eula was a faithful member of First Southern Methodist Church of Amite, Louisiana where she served in many capacities including church secretary, treasurer, chairman, Sunday School teacher, and Woman’s Missionary President. She is survived by her children Garrett P. Clement of Amite, LA, Ronald Clement of Metairie, LA, Donald Clement (Sheryl) of Gulfport, MS, Denise Howell (Virgil) of Amite, LA, Michelle Chatelain (Chris Gros) of Gonzales, LA, and daughter-in-law Jane Hebert Clement of Metairie, LA; grandchildren Garrett M. Clement (Rachelle), Terry P. Clement (Karen), Sherisse Rieder (Alan), Martin Scheve, Julia Williams, Edward Ashley Howell (Jessica), Joshua Howell, John Howell (Laken), Jules Chatelain III, Barry Rose Jr. (Deana) and Joshua Rose; great-grandchildren Garrett P. Clement, Saige Clement, Cameron Clement, Cohen Clement, Lilly Oberlies, Tristan Clement, Kayla Rieder, Landon Williams, Brayden Williams, Skylar Williams, Kaleigh Scheve, Emma Howell, Laurelai Howell, Finley Howell, Amelia Howell, Joseph Chatelain, Jared Kouris, and Madison Rose. Preceded in death by husband Garrett Joseph Clement; son Terry G. Clement; grandson Marc Clement; parents William Monroe Edgecombe and Lena Caroline Tausch Edgecombe; brothers Allan, Lloyd, Harold, and Wilbert Edgecombe. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10:00AM until religious services at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, February 23, 2021. Services conducted by Rev. L. Darwin Brecheen. Interment Clement Family Cemetery, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Read the Bible chronologically in 2021 – February 20
LEVITICUS 12:1-14:32
Today’s Prayer Focus
People who must continue to work out in the weather, such as dairymen, that I have not previously mentioned
People who work out in the weather, such as construction and timber workers, who miss work because of weather conditions
I haven’t heard of any church cancellations for tomorrow’s services.
More and more, but not all, of of family, friends, and neighbors now have electrical power and telephone service. We are blessed! Thank-you to those who help get these conveniences restored. I grew up with a neighbor, Johnny Pritchett, who worked for the power company and a daddy, Grant Smith, who worked for the telephone company. Both of them were also volunteer firemen. I learned early in life that some are called to work to help everyone else. Thank people who serve OUR community in various ways.
Isn’t it good to wake up and each morning? Today has lots of blessing for us, phone calls, birds to watch, warm food, electrical power, water, a Bible waiting for us, etc. God is good!
David and I got out for a short trip to pick up a few groceries. As much as I appreciate my home and yard, it certainly was good to get out for a few minutes.
Curtis Kent Sims died at 9:55AM on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington, LA. He was born March 26, 1955 in Brookhaven, MS. He was a life-long resident of Kentwood, LA. He was a truck driver and co-owner of a local trucking company, Simco Industries, Inc. from 1982 until closing to retire in 2016. He is survived by one son Jonathan Kent Sims; three granddaughters Logan Moneyhun, Jasie Sims, and Lanna Sims; one sister Judy S. Jones; one sister-in-law Ann Smith; four nieces Ashley Bridges, Amber Bridges, Angel Newman (Matthew), and Sherry Sassone (Chris). He is preceded in death by his parents Jimmy and Marie Sims; son Jason Wayne Sims; grandson Michael “Boc” Sims; brother LaRue Smith; brother-in-law, Jimmy Jones; and nephew Greg Smith. Graveside services will be held at 11:00AM on Friday, February 19, 2021 at Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://mckneelys.com.
Please continue to pray for all the people in the south who are without heat, water, and/or power. These conditions can be harder here because we, as a country, are not prepared for them. Pray for Mrs. Mildred Birch, 90, and other senior adults who seem to be having more issues than most people. Pray also for those who are working to restore services. It is certainly a blessing to hear of people helping others. Hang in there. We have a few more days before this is over.
Read the Bible chronologically in 2021 – February 18
Many churches cancelled services again last night. Pray services will be able to be held Sunday.
Prayer focus for today
Continue to say special prayers for power company workers, first responders, medical personnel, and others who are working to make our lives safer and more comfortable.
We certainly have time to say extra prayers and to contact people to check on them. Let’s not fail in this duty.
I hope many of you have electricity again. Even when we got electricity yesterday, my site, TPL, wouldn’t open. I’m thankful it is working this morning.
I’m also thankful to have electricity, Demco workers and others who are still out helping neighbors and friends, a husband who checked our house and other building and helped us make it through with no issues that we are aware of, highway department workers who cut tree limbs at 7:30 last night to prevent future problems, a gas stove, insulation, a greenhouse that seems to be full of living plants, warm food to keep us going, a cell phone that worked in a limited manner, a stash of water, etc. Most of all, I’m thankful to the good Lord above who watched over us all.
Check you your neighbors, friends, and family. You may be able to help them get through the present and future cold weather conditions. Just because we have power and are okay doesn’t mean everyone has progressed as we have.
Our highway has been almost empty. Today, say special prayers as more and more people attempt to get out. Pray for drivers to have wisdom if they must get out today. (Today’s Prayer Focus)
Pray for Mrs. Dora Magee, who has recently had cancer surgery and is now home and awaiting biopsy reports.
BothBill and Velta Morris are making improvement with their health conditions. Continue to pray for them.
Charles Warren and others continue their battle with Covid-19. Many prayers are needed.
Read the Bible chronologicallyin 2021 – February 17 and beyond, just in case I am unable to post due to the coming weather conditions
Read about how churches are responding to the current weather conditions and other timely news. Maybe, we can claim some of their ideas and apply them.
Keep praying and working. This weather dilemma is not over. Be sure to thank God for all the ways he has walked with us and guided us this this week.
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