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Friday Afternoon

Arrangements for Mr. I.W. Simmons

 

I.W. “Dubby” Simmons, Jr., 83, of Line Creek, passed away, at his residence.

He was born January 6, 1935 in Kentwood, LA. He was the son of Iley and Bennie Mae Swearingen Simmons.

He was a longtime member of Line Creek Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and served on various committees’ until his health began to fail.

He was retired from being a “Jack of all Trades”. “ Dubby” as all of his friends knew him, ran a dairy on the family home place for 61 years. He was a graduate of Kentwood High School where he played football and basketball and after graduation returned to teach shop. He was a member of the square dance club team that appeared on WDSU-TV. He was very active in 4H and FFA and began showing cows at the young age of 9. In 1945 Iley and I.W. made a trip to West Memphis, AR to buy two registered Jerseys for $350.00 each and which became the first Jerseys in the State of Louisiana. In 1952 he was chosen King of the 4H Achievement Day.

Also in 1952-53, he was chosen Homecoming King and the 1953 class favorite. In 1954 I.W. represented Tangipahoa Parish at the 4H National Convention in Washington, D.C. and appeared on National TV as one America’s top 10, 4H club members. He went on to show cattle from age 9 to 21. He received the Governor’s award pin for outstanding 4H Club member in 1955 from Governor Bob Kennon. In 1996 he served as Kentwood Dairy Days parade as Grand Marshall.

In 1955 he married his high school sweetheart, Peggy Dykes and they were married for 60 years until her death in 2016. They resided in the Line Creek community. As their family grew, so did the love of motorbikes. He and his three sons enjoyed family time which consisted of many hours of riding and working on bikes. He remarried in August 2017 to Eva Watts. I.W. loved his family, farm life, motorbikes and “His Lord”.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Peggy Dykes Simmons, mother of his children; his sister, Joyce Yvonne Simmons and his brother, Bennie Gaylon Simmons.

He is survived by his wife, Eva Watts Simmons of Line Creek ; three sons, Wilkie Simmons, III and fiance’, Nancy Morris, Wayne Simmons and wife, Lisa and Wendell Simmons and wife, Ginger all of Line Creek; four grandchildren and spouses, Kevin and Ashley Simmons of East Fork, Kristin and Jerome Anderson of Springfield LA, Jeff and Meagan Simmons of Denham Springs, LA and Chelsea Simmons of Baton Rouge; six great-grandchildren, Tanner Raborn, Laney Grace Simmons, Lynlee Dawn Simmons, Tyler James Simmons, Landry Blair Simmons and Kollen Anderson; step daughters, Jean Watts of Kentwood, LA and Shawne Graves of Loranger, LA; step grandchildren, Devin Mitchell of Kentwood, La, Jamie Quinlan of Kentwood, Nicole Jennings of Odessa, TX and Bradley Wallace of Summit; several step great grandchildren and two step great-great grandchildren; brother-in-law, Dr. James Smith and wife Nora of Williamsburg, VA.

Visitation is Monday at Line Creek Baptist Church from 6PM until 9PM and Tuesday from 9:00AM until services at 11:00 AM with Bro. Merlin McCon, Bro. Shane Pourciau and Bro. Glynn Reine officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Sharkey Funeral Home in Summit.

Pallbearers are Jeff Simmons, Kevin Simmons, Scott Simmons, Brent Simmons, Tommy Simmons, Lewis Lea, Jerome Anderson and Larry Raborn. Honorary pallbearers are James Davis, Udell Lea, Hilton Bryant, Lionel Cutrer, Elton Shaw, Sambo Cutrer, James Hamilton, Pierce Miller and Wade Royals.

“Dubby” requested that memorial donations be made to the Youth Fund at Line Creek Baptist Church, 78659 LA Hwy. 1053, Kentwood, LA 70444.

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Tuesday

So then, brothers and sisters, stand firm and hold fast to the teachings we passed on to you, whether by word of mouth or by letter.

~2 Thessalonians 2:15~

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Deut 19-20
  • Ps. 34
  • Luke 20

 

 

Pray for Andy Taylor as he sings at his brother’s funeral this morning.

 

 

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – A week from today at The Cafe

 

 

Let you light shine for Jesus today!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.

~3 John 1:4~

 

It was so wonderful to see Tom Brister in church yesterday morning and to realize he was hospitalized for a brain bleed procedure the week before.  We are so thankful he made it to the hospital when he did for the needed treatment.
Howard Ringgold King, Jr.

July 06, 1957 – March 17, 2018

Howard Ringgold King, Jr., 61, a resident of Bude, MS, passed away March 17, 2018 at his residence.  A memorial service will be held on Tuesday March 20, 2018 at Bogue Chitto Baptist Church at 11:00 AM.  Hartman Jones Funeral Home will handle the arrangements.

Mr. King was a carpenter by trade.  He loved to build things and tinker with wood and other items.  He was a talented man who enjoyed many things in his life, some of which include; fishing, animals, flowers, watching westerns and collecting knives.  He loved his family and they loved him.

He is preceded in death by his parents and a niece; Rhonda Taylor.

He is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law; Ryan and Chasity King of Bogue Chitto and Jason and Julie Deloach of Gillsburg, two daughters and sons-in-law; Rhonda and Brent Rayburn of Carrollton, MS and Jessica and Justin Robinson of Brandon, MS, two brothers and a sister-in-law; Andy and Betty Taylor of Chatawa, MS and Ray King of Birmingham, AL, four sisters and brothers-in-law; Cindy Taylor of Baton Rouge, LA, Karen and Randy Caston of Liberty, MS, Penny and Michael Wroten of Smithdale, MS and Pam Frost of Pearl, MS, nine grandchildren; Shaw King, Noah King, Callie King, Cassidy King, Anna Robinson, Kayleigh Reaves, Carson Rayburn, Kaiden Rayburn and Bryce Rayburn, along with other relatives and friends.In
lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Heart Association.

Read the Bible
  • Reflect on God as peace.
  • Catch up on any reading missed so far.

 

 

Pass along the Good News of Jesus!

Anna Lee

 

 

Monday

“Remember, the Lord forgave you,

so you must forgive others.” 

~Colossians 3:13 NLT~

 

 

Bobby Simpson had a mild stroke.  With time and therapy, he should be able to recover.  Thank God Bobby’s problem wasn’t any worse.  Pray for his caregiver, his wife, Betty.

 

 

Adrian Phillips had a problem with fluid buildup again.  It was related to what he ate.   He’s better now.

 

 

Please continue to pray for all the others who have been listed lately.

 

 

 

Read the Bible – Reflect on God as helper and catch up on any reading you missed.

 

 

 

This week has a Third Thursday of the month, so this Thursday we will gather at the cabin at 6:30 for some good Christian fellowship.  Feel free to join us.

 

 

Don’t forget to bring items to the church for the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home.  The needed items are listed on the church bulletin.  Your items can be dropped off in the blue baskets at the office entrance to FBC, Kentwood.

 

 

The Week of Prayer for the Annie Armstrong Offering is complete, but the your offering can be given in the coming weeks too.

 

 

Have a good day loving and serving our great God!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

~Romans 8:28 NIV~

 

Be aware of the time change this morning.

Pray for Jimmy and Linda B. Williams.  Jimmy was admitted to Lakeview Hospital with congestive heart failure and respiratory problems.

Read the Bible

  • Deus. 5-6
  • Prov. 30
  • Luke 13

 

Be aware and attentive to physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of people.

Pray for this, the Lord’s Day, to be just that in the lives of people worldwide.  Pray for pastors to be inspired and people to be receptive.  May lives be changed as hearts turn to God this very day.

Anna Lee

Saturday Addition

Don Yarborough called to give us a “head’s up” that Mr. Phillip Harrell was being moved from Greensburg to North Oaks.  Your continued prayers are appreciated.

Bubba Roberts called to say he and Kaye saw two church members in Covington and were leaving the hospital at that time.

  • Glen Magee was in good spirits, but will be a few more days before he comes home.
  • Tom Brister was taken to North Oaks last night and then on to Covington where he is presently having surgery for a brain bleed.  Please pray for all those involved in the procedure and for those waiting.

 

Mrs. Anne Hurst called to ask me to let everyone know Inspiration Park, just west of Kentwood on highway 38, will be having the annual sunrise service at 7 A.M. Easter morning.  Rev. Gibby McMillan will share the message.  There is a group singing, but I’m sorry to say I forgot their name.  Go that morning and find out for yourself.  Everyone is invited, and even encouraged, to attend.  You will be dismissed in time to get to the service in your own church.

 

Wednesday Addition

Ken Roberts‘ heart replacement surgery went well.  It started about 4 A.M. and just finished.  The family said Ken looks well.  Keep praying for the whole family.

 
The Lacie Randall who died in an automobile acccident is from a family we have know for many generations.  Please pray for them.  Lacie’s wake will be Friday night and celebration of life will be Saturday at McKneely’s in Hammond.

Lacie’s obituary is not available yet, but in looking for it, I found the obituary for the SLU faculty member/teacher I worked for while a student at SLU.  She was a great teacher and a wonderful person!

 

 

Georgia Pierson Russell

“Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she smiles at the future.” — Proverbs 31:25

Georgia Pierson Russell was born on November 5, 1929, to Judge Allen B. Pierson, Sr., and Mary Dean Smith Pierson of Ponchatoula and died at her home in Hammond on Monday, February 19, 2018. She was a model of grace and elegance in all that she did.  Her family, her work, and her walk with Christ reflected her quiet resolve, dignity, and strength of character.

Mrs. Russell received her Bachelor of Science degree from Southeastern Louisiana University, and later earned a Master of Science from Louisiana State University. She enjoyed a long and distinguished career as an instructor in the Department of Home Economics (Family and Consumer Science) at Southeastern teaching Fashion Merchandising, Tailoring, and Interior Design after having taught at Ponchatoula High School. Mrs. Russell’s strong belief in education was evident in the number of individuals she encouraged and mentored.

First Presbyterian Church in Hammond was her church home, and she served as a key contributor to the interior beautification of the Presbytere. Mrs. Russell was also well-known for her skills as a couture seamstress, and she took great pride in her longtime association with the Round Table of Hammond, of which she was one of twelve members.

Mrs. Russell is survived by her daughters, Mrs. Marsha Christopher and husband Sam of Irving, Texas, and Mrs. Nan Horton of Ponchatoula; grandchildren Laura Christopher Orgeron and husband Brian, Kyle Russell Clements and fiancée Diana Ivanov, Sarah Grace Russell, and Abigail Hope Russell; great-grandchildren Alyssa Russell and Brayden Orgeron; brother Allen B. Pierson, Jr., and wife Juanita; sister Elizabeth Pierson Riggs and husband Paul; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and former daughter-in-law, Amy Russell of Ponchatoula.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Dr. Walter L. Russell, Sr.; her son, Walter L. Russell, Jr.; her daughter, Mary Belle Russell; her father, Judge Allen B. Pierson, Sr.; her mother, Mary Dean Smith Pierson; her “second mother” Marguerite Powell Pierson; and sisters Mary Lou Pierson Scott and Nan Pierson Simmons.

The family of Mrs. Russell wishes to extend their appreciation to her caregiver, Ella R.Milton, for the love and devotion that she showed to Mrs. Russell for the last several years. The family also extends appreciation to Antoinette Hart and Georgia’s caregivers for their devotion.

The family suggests donations to First Presbyterian Church or Southeastern Scholarship Fund for Dr. Walter L. Russell.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation on Wednesday, February 21, 2018, 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm & Thursday, February 22, 2018, 9:00 am until the Funeral Service at 11:00 am at First Presbyterian Church Hammond, 411 W. Charles St., Hammond, Louisiana 70401.

Interment will follow in Ponchatoula Cemetery, Ponchatoula, Louisiana.

 

 

I’m sure you have heard Rev. Billy Graham passed away this morning.  I just heard there will be a private burial.  Wow, what a life he live as he helped so many learn about God’s love and plan of salvation.  Can you visualize him walking to the microphone and saying “For God so loved the world….”?

Monday Additions

Mr. I. W. Simmons is not feeling well.  Please add him to your prayer list if he is not already there.

 

Arthur Warren “A.W.” Reed

November 03, 1934 – February 17, 2018
A.W. Reed passed away on February 17, 2018 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge at the age of 83. Born and Raised in Bastrop, Louisiana, he attended Bastrop High School and graduated from LA Tech with a B.S. in Forestry. With his degree he became a certified forester in Louisiana and Mississippi for almost 50 years and was a member of the Louisiana Forestry Association, along with the Tangipahoa Parish and St. Helena Parish Forestry Associations. Along with this he owned and operated a retail business in Kentwood for 10 years, was an active member in the Kentwood United Methodist Church, a member of the Kentwood Rotary Club, and the Louisiana Athletic Foundation. He had a passion for outdoors and sports, most importantly baseball. Many know him of coaching little league baseball for many years. Passionate about his career, he began by buying and selling timber. In the later years, he cared and managed timberlands for numerous families in the state of Louisiana. He leaves behind wife of 46 years, Sandy McGehee Reed; son, John Brent Reed and wife, Tara; daughter, Cynthia Reed Miller; and son, Ken Roberts  and wife, Kasey. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Blair Easley Widas and husband, Clay, Michael Preston Roberts, Reed Nelson Miller, Darby Blanche Miller, Halle Jane Roberts, Tess Elizabeth Miller, Regan Layne Reed, and Kassidy Warrick.  He is preceded in death by his father, Carl Foglesong Reed Sr. and mother, Rose Mizell Reed along with his children: daughter, Melissa Reed Easley, son, Gregory Winter Reed, daughter, Lainey Carol Reed ,step-son,  Russell Preston Roberts; brother, Carl Foglesong Reed, Jr. and sister, Dorthey Reed Hodge. Visitation at Kentwood United Methodist Church from 9 a.m. until religious services at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 21, 2018. Services conducted by Rev. Percy Frazier. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood. Pallbearers will be Bryan Spears, Earl Peek, Earl Walls, Van Easley, Preston Roberts, and Reed Miller. Honorary Pallbearers will be Carlton Faller, Ray Ydarraga, Bob Stollenwerck, Bruce Harrell, Jamie Spears, and Phil Connerly. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

Mary Beth Magee

February 14, 1942 – February 17, 2018

Mary Beth Magee, a resident of Kentwood, passed away on Saturday, February 17, 2018. She was born February 14, 1942 in Garner, TX and was 76 years of age. She is survived by her son, Rick Baker and wife, Richie; daughter, Ronda Bales and husband, Mike; grandchildren, Addy Baker, Anthony DiPalma, Travis DiPalma, Conner Bales, Chantel Babin and husband, Jacob; great grandchildren, Dryston and Bethani DiPalma, and one on the way, Jake Babin; 2 foster children, Joshua and Kristen Baker; sister, Margaret Hosman; brother, James Threatt and wife, Bernice; and 10 nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Sidney Glen Magee; parents, James Arthur Threatt and Ina Odessa Threatt Voth; stepfather, John Voth; nieces, Barbara Threatt Pounds; and nephew, Jeff Baker. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from  12 Noon until religious services at 2 PM Thursday, February 22, 2018. Services conducted by Pastor Jeff McKneely. Interment Bolivar Cemetery, Bolivar. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.