TUESDAY

I keep my eyes always on the LORD. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

Psalm 16:8

DEATHS

Charles Ray Bennett passed away, but an obituary is not availables yet. Check again tomorrow.

Professor Honorable Randolph Michael Howes MD PHD

August 17, 1943 – June 24, 2023

Dr. Randolph Michael Howes, an incredibly loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend was taken to be with our Redeemer and his just reward after struggling with congestive heart failure on Saturday, June 24, 2023. He has lived since 1994, in Kentwood, Louisiana.
Dr. Howes was born on August 17, 1943, in Madisonville, Louisiana and raised on a small strawberry farm in Ponchatoula, where he attended St. Joseph’s Catholic School, Ponchatoula High School, and Southeastern Louisiana University. He went on to be the first in Tulane’s Medical School to concurrently receive his Medical Doctorate and his PhD in Biochemistry. He went on to be the first in Johns Hopkins Hospital’s history to complete General and Plastic Surgery board eligibility in six years. His claim to fame was the invention of the Arrow-Howes Multi-lumen Catheter, that has been credited with helping over 25M lives worldwide. After retiring in 1994 from his private practice in New Orleans, he became a dedicated patient advocate and a prolific writer of over 30 medical books, along with an anthology series and science fiction series, in total over 50. He has traveled extensively and has met Presidents, Nobel Laureates, numerous singer/songwriters, and countless entertainers. Dr. Howes found intense mental work pleasurable and healthy, not as a burden. “Work,” Rand wrote, “prevents one from growing old. My work is my life. I cannot think of one without the other.” He gave everything he had until there was nothing left to give. He sacrificed himself for his work to help mankind.
Few among us are so complete in ourselves, so certain of having lived as we intended and how we ought, that we can let go of life merely because it is finished. His work will live from now on and will be looked at as innovative, ahead of his time, and will dwarf his catheter invention. He is a mixture of a surgeon, scientist, and visionary. Rand is that rare combination and that lifted his work above the common sphere of scientific achievement. Human connection draws most physicians to medicine. They yearn to somehow improve the condition of others. Rand did just that. His philanthropic work in the Philippines with the Balikbayan Medical Missions were very close to his heart.
Rand is survived by his wife, Robin Piatt Howes, his son, R. Michael Howes, ll and his wife Michelle and their three children, Aubrey, Shelby and Cody, and his second son, Damien Clifford Howes, his sister-in-law, Wendy Howes, as well as nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father, Clarence Clifford Howes, mother, Magdalena Raiford Howes, brother, Clarence Henry Howes, and grandson, Aaron Michael Howes.
He had this magic- that will always be unique to him and never, will no one, be able to repeat it.
Psalm 19:1 To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. The Heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handwork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home at 12012 Hwy 190 W. Hammond, LA 70403, on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Ponchatoula on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. with interment to follow in Ponchatoula Cemetery.

READ the BIBLE TODAY

  • June 28
  • Luke 14: 25 – 33
  • “Jesus says a disciple must be willing to . . . . “

PRAYER FOCUS for TODAY

Today, let’s pray for families as they receive “bad news” of any kind – medical, job, home, school, etc. Some families handle these things better than others. I know of no bad news of these kinds, but I know someone is going to experience it today and every day.

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STAY HYDRATED and INSIDE if possible. It’s going to be extra hot for a few days!

Anna Lee

MONDAY

But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.”

Joshua 24:15

Life has been busy, but oh, so good. We had both of our children here during the last week and a half, one, then the other. I feel so blessed, tired, and and full! I’m smiling real big!

READ the BIBLE TODAY

  • June 26
  • John 7: 10-13
  • John 12: 37-43
  • “Jesus says a disciple must be willing to . . . . “

CHURCH SERVICE

Church was such a blessing yesterday. If you weren’t there and didn’t watch live, the broadcast of the service is on Facebook and YOUTube, listed as First Baptist, Kentwood.

PRAYER FOCUS

Today’s prayer focus, is for our church youth. May their young, tender hearts always love Jesus. Pray for them as they get back into their regular summer schedule. May Jesus be, and always be, the guiding force in their lives.

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SUNDAY’S MISSION FOCUS

Sunday, we will receive a receive a special offering for Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home. Some of their many possible current needs are:

  • Food for the children
  • Clothing
  • Summer camps for school and/or church
  • Medical visits and expenses
  • Summer tutoring
  • Summer recreation
  • And the list goes on and on.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

We have received the funds we need to ship our “Shoeboxes”. THANK-YOU so much for all your support and help during the last year. Thank you for caring about a heavenly future/home for each one.

Now, the extra funds we receive might pay for additional boxes or give us the means to begin shopping for the boxes we pack next year. What a blessing it is for our church to pack the “Shoeboxes” for so many boys and girls! Think of all the boys and girls who do not have an opportunity to hear about Jesus.

If you have any thoughts on the number of boxes we will pack next year, please let me know.

Anna Lee

Sunday

I think we all love to read God’s promises.

….but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

Isaiah 40:31

Verses like this help families get through difficult times.

OBITUARIES

Keith Paul Harrison

September 28, 2001 – June 23, 2023

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Friday, June 23, 2023. He was born September 28, 2001 in Hammond, LA and was 21 years of age. He is survived by his mother, Connie Harrison; brothers, Blaine Miller (Ashley), Blake Miller (Morgan), Brian Rowden (Megyn) and Kamen Harrison (Christi); grandparents, Sue Palmer and Paul and Doris Harrison; uncles, Keith Miller, Mark Harrison (Dana), James Harrison (Debbie), and Billy Harrison; aunt, Mary Rush (George); nieces and nephews, Adlai, Taylar, Case, Clay, Lucas, Michael, Piper, Emmi Lou, Hayden, Tucker, Gus, Dixie, Wyatt, and Tadd; numerous cousins including, Morgan, Savannah, Andrew, Luke, Hope, Laurent, Harrison, Hunter, Mary Margaret, Emily, Elliot, Connor, Sarah Elizabeth and Charlie; and many other family members and friends. Preceded in death by his father, Paul Edwards Harrison, Jr.; grandfathers, Thomas Miller and Tilman Palmer; uncle, Darryl Miller; aunt, Breezy Miller; and cousins, Breanna and Brooke. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Tuesday and at Hillsdale Baptist Church from 10:00AM until Religious Services at 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. Interment Hillsdale Cemetery, Hillsdale, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.Obituary

Chris Wales shared this obituary.
Rev. Ronnie W. Wales, 85 of Gainesville passed away Friday June 16, 2023.

Visitation will be Monday June 26, 2023, from 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and again from 6-8 p.m. at Little & Davenport Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday June 27, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at Timber Ridge Baptist Church with interment to follow in Church Cemetery.

Rev. Wales was born on November 5, 1937 in New Orleans, La to the late Woodrow Wilson and Susie Cook Wales. Ronnie’s family gives GOD ALL PRAISE for his ministry for over 75 years of service as a pastor, evangelist, leader, and teacher in over 20 churches in Louisiana, Alabama, and Georgia. Also, working alongside so many in the Chattahochee Baptist Association in Hall County Ga, with the food and furniture ministry. Plus, his 30 years of service as a Southern Baptist Missionary going out to teach the nations! Rev. Wales was a member of Trinity Baptist Church and In addition to his parents, Ronnie was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Champlin Wales, brother, William Wales and a grandson, Conner Wales.

Survivors include sons and daughter in laws, Tim and Sheryl Wales and Eric and Dawn Wales, daughter and son in law, Wendy and Reggie Smallwood, grandchildren, Jordan and Angelica Wales, Micah Wales, Katie and Heath Buffington, Ben and Rachel Smallwood, Chase and Shaye Wales, sister and brother in law, Ginger and Lewis Green, brother and sister in law, Chris and Kathy Wales, sister in law, Patsy Wales, 9 greatgrandchildren also survive as well as many other relatives and close friends.

Those wishing to send online condolences to the family may do so at littledavenport.com

READ the BIBLE TODAY

  • WEEK 25: GIVING HIM the KEY
  • Sunday, Junne 25
  • Luke 5: 27-32
  • John 1: 35-51
  • “If the call of God is real for me, I must . . . .”

PRAYER FOCUS FOR TODAY

Thank God for youth and children’s camps and for a church that provided both opportunity and leadership to get our children there each year. Special thanks to the adults who give of their time to help guide our young people.

MISSIONS

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

If you are interested in PRINTING a brief message on some cards, please let me kn0w.

Have a wonderful Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

SATURDAY

. . . . because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.

James 1:20

OBITUARY

Kirby E. Campbell

July 26, 1936 – June 22, 2023

A resident of Greensburg, LA, passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Carpenter House in Baton Rouge, LA. He was born July 26, 1936 in Baton Rouge, LA and was 86 years of age. He enjoyed rabbit dog field trials. He is survived by his sons, Scott Campbell and wife, Cindy; David Campbell and wife, Danette; brother, Charles Campbell and wife, Doreen; grandchildren, Eric Campbell and wife, Stephanie, Adam Campbell and wife, Angela, Chase Campbell and wife Reagon; Maggie Campbell and Cade Campbell; great-grandchildren, Addison Campbell, Wade Campbell, Brody Campbell, Caleb Campbell, Aubrey Campbell and Lane Campbell. Preceded in death by his wife, Alyne Campbell; parents, Kirby Elleby Campbell, Sr. and Mamie Matthews Campbell; step-brother, Johnny Williams. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be his granddaughter and great grandchildren. Visitation at Greensburg United Methodist Church from 9:00 AM until religious services at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 26, 2023. Interment Greensburg Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

AREA CHILDREN and YOUTH

It has been great to get to enjoy the photographs and updates from the youth and children of our area as they attended various camps this week. May God richly bless all the young lives, families, and churches represented by these young people. I pray for much “fruit” to be harvested in the coming days.

Have a great day as you prepare for the Lord’s Day tomorrow. Be sure to invite one or more people to attend church with you.

Thanks to Jennie and Jason as they worked to improve my storage of computer information this week.

Anna Lee

FRIDAY

Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.

Ephesians 5:25

OBITUARIES

Ursula Compton Kent

January 25, 1941 – June 17, 2023

Ursula Compton Kent passed away peacefully on June 17, 2023, surrounded by her family and close friends at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia.  Little Urs or Sister, as she was affectionately known, was born to Ursula Compton Kent and Richard A. Kent, Jr. on January 25, 1941, in New Orleans, Louisiana.  She was preceded in death by her mother, father, and brother, Richard A. Kent, III (“R.A.”). She is survived by her sister, Gwynette Kent Dixon and beloved first cousin, Lynne Compton; niece and nephews, David W. Carley (wife Murphy), Kevin W. Carley (wife Susan), Richard A.(“Rusty”) Kent, IV, and Dara Kent-Cobb (husband Trent); great nieces and great nephews, Houston Carley, Evelyn Carley, Jack Carley, Cameron Carley, Ross Carley, Cody L. Kent, and Brantley Kent.  She is also survived by her Atlanta “family” who cared for her for years, neighbors: Tim and Stacy O’Keefe, Virginia Vernon, Charles Baker and Dan Summer, friends Ric Sanchez, Rick Matthews, and dear friend and driver for 20 years, Oma Uhche.  Last but not least, Ursula is survived by her dog, Bayou Belle, the last in a long line of dogs and closest companions throughout her life, including Snu, Cajun, Aggie and Cinnamon.  Ursula attended Amite High School and Southeastern Louisiana University.  She moved to Gainesville, Florida and later to Atlanta, Georgia where she lived and worked for over 50 years.    She retired in 1998 and enjoyed retirement primarily watching sports, specifically anything LSU Tigers or Georgia related.  Urs loved her dogs and loved her friends . . . and they loved her.  Pallbearers will be David Carley, Kevin Carley, Rusty Kent, Houston Carley, Ross Carley and Jack Carley.  Visitation will be held at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite, Louisiana on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, from 9-11 am, followed by a Funeral Service at 11 am and burial at Woodland Cemetery in Kentwood, Louisiana. In lieu flowers, donations can be made to Trees Atlanta (www.treesatlanta.org) 

Bobby William Warren

March 1, 1988 – June 19, 2023

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite, LA. He was born March 1, 1988 in Hammond, LA and was 35 years of age. He is survived by his mother, Mary Lou Warren; 2 brothers, Jessie D. Warren and wife, Stephanie and Carl Everett Warren, III and wife, Amanda; nephews, Jessie Austin Warren, Mikey Ogima and Carl Everett Warren, IV; nieces, Isabella Nicole Warren, Madelynn Nunnery; great-nephew, Clayton Ogima; great-niece, Hanna Ogima; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceded in death by his father, Carl Everett Warren, Jr.; grandparents, Henson and Elizabeth Singleton; grandfather, Carl Everette Warren, Sr.; grandmother, Addi Bell McDaniel; grandfather, Deloyd Cutrer. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10:00AM until religious services at 1:30PM on Saturday, June 24, 2023. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

READ the BIBLE TODAY

  • Friday, June 23
  • Luke 6:27-38
  • “The enemy I ask God’s blessings upon in . . . . “

Youth at Mission Fuge

Yesterday’s report was all was going well.

Now, It’s time to pray for them as they head home.

Sunday’s Worship Service

Pray for Sunday’s service which includes another baby dedication.

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Have a blessed day!

Anna Lee

THURSDAY

Be on your guard;

stand firm in the faith;

be courageous;

be strong.

~1 Corinthians 16:13~

HEALTH PROBLEMS

Pray for Rondi Lynn G. Booty as she sees Dr. Liner about her gall bladder problem.

Pray for “Miss” Ann Labarbara of Amite.

OBITUARY

Bobby William Warren

March 1, 1988 – June 19, 2023

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023 at Hood Memorial Hospital  in Amite, LA. He was born March 1, 1988 in Hammond, LA and was 35 years of age. He is survived by his mother, Mary Lou Warren; 2 brothers, Jessie D. Warren and wife, Stephanie and Everett Warren, III and wife, Amanda; nephews, Jessie Austin Warren, Mikey Ogima and Everett Warren, VI; nieces, Isabella Nicole Warren, Madaline Nunnery; great-nephew, Clayton Ogima; great-niece, Hanna Ogima; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceded in death by his father, Carl Everett Warren, Jr.; grandparents, Henson and Elizabeth Singleton; grandfather, Carl Everette Warren, Sr.; grandmother, Addi Belle McDaniel; grandfather, Deloyd Cutrer. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10:00AM until religious services at 1:30PM on Saturday, June 24, 2023. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

READ the BIBLE TODAY

  • June 22
  • Thursday
  • Matthew 19: 16-30
  • “In order to follow Jesus, I have given up . . . . “

M-Fuge in Mobile

Please pray for our youth as they complete their week at M-Fuge in Mobile, AL and travel home.

SCHOOL GROUPS

Pray also for school groups, like cheerleaders, who practice all summer to be “ready” when school and athletic events occur.

SUMMER SCHOOL

Although many of us do not see or even hear daily reports about teachers and students who are in school this summer, we still need to remember them in our prayers.

WEATHER ISSUES

Please pray for friends and neighbors, especially older folks, as we have another hot day with little chance of rain to help cool off homes. It seems our area has has been targeted with several wind storms/small tornadoes in the last year.

Have a wonderful day. Contact someone who might not have much summer contacts with others.

Anna Lee

TUESDAY ADDITION

Robin Hayden Vining

November 2, 1972 – June 19, 2023


A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023 at her home in Amite, LA. She was born November 2, 1972 in Hammond, LA and was 50 years of age. She is survived by her 3 daughters, Carlie White (Cody White), Casie Bauerle (Colby Bauerle), and Caitlyn Taylor (Levi Taylor); father, Dewey Hayden, Jr. (Roseann Hayden); sister, Amber Price; 4 brothers, Danny Hayden (Kim Hayden), Harvey Hayden (Bernadette Hayden), Levi Hayden (Jenny Hayden) and Denton Hayden (Kayla Hayden); 4 grandchildren, Lane Christ, Laikyn Christ, Evyn White and Carsyn Bauerle; Numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her mother, Iris Langford; grandparents, Charlie and Cleon Peek and Dewey L. Hayden, Sr. And Jenny Rick. Visitation at New Sharon Baptist Church, from 4:00PM until Memorial Services at 6:00PM on Saturday, June 24, 2023.  McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com

WEDNESDAY

Be on your guard;

stand firm in the faith;

be courageous;

be strong.

~1 Corinthians 16:13~

Once again, I’m so thankful I woke up and made it to my computer so I can write to you. I’m sure many of you are thankful God woke you up today. We don’t know all He has planned for us today, but we are trying to live according to His plan

Yesterday, I listed some men of my church/community. I’m also thankful for some ladies from my church/community. This list is/was longer, but here is a shortened, random list of names.

  • Glenda Harrell
  • Virginia McKenzie
  • Theople Hurst
  • Barbara Baugh
  • Rachel Buckley
  • Eleanor Morris
  • Ora Lee Wilson
  • Jackie Babin

Making a list is too limiting. but I’ll stop here for today. You get the idea though.

Allie Elizabeth Johnston Hyde

August 29, 1927 – June 19, 2023

Allie Elizabeth Johnston Hyde was called home to be with the Lord on June 19, 2023.  She was 95 years of age.  To all who knew her she personified the image of a southern lady, full of charm and grace, ever kind and considerate to anyone she encountered.  No matter what the circumstance, she was always made the best of a situation and her smile was infectious.  She would literally give a person in need the shirt off her back.  Near the end she appeared to be reluctant to leave, because she still had so much she needed to do for her family and friends. 

Allie was born August 29, 1927 to parents Nona Mae Burton Johnston and Marion Kendall Johnston in Yazoo City, Mississippi.  Her father affectionately called her “Storm,” due to her enthusiasm for life.  She married her husband of 59 years, Sam Hyde, Sr., in Greensburg, Louisiana in 1949.  She was a graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University and a long time member of First Baptist Church, Amite. 

During the course of her full life, she served as the initial first grade teacher at Oak Forest Academy for many years and came out of retirement to serve as sixth grade teacher years later.  She was president of the Louisiana Colonials, a member of the Kappa Rho sorority at Southeastern, and in 1995 she served as twentieth anniversary Oyster Pearl alongside her beloved husband, Sammie, Oyster King. 

Allie was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.  She is survived by her two children, Margaret Hyde Quin (Murray), and Samuel C. Hyde, Jr. (Sarah), along with six grandchildren:  Katie Quin, Patrick Quin (Jobi), Clay Hyde, Andrews Hyde, Sammie Hyde, and Sophie Hyde.  She is also survived by her brother Ken Johnston (Doris), along with a niece Aimee Johnston, two nephews Kenny and Mike Johnston, and many cousins. 

Funeral services, officiated by the Rev. Dr. Matt White, will be held at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite, Louisiana on Saturday June 24, 2023.  Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00 AM, with the funeral service beginning at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Mulberry Street Cemetery, Amite. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Including this obituary made me realize I didn’t list all my teacher friends, my classmates, my neighbors, my relatives,etc. on my thankfulness/appreciation list. Lists can get us in trouble, but I hope you get the idea.

READ the BIBLE TODAY

  • Luke 11: 37-12:3
  • “To eliminate hypocrisy from my life, I . . . . “

PRAYER FOCUS

Let’s continue to pray for the youth from some of our area churches as they participate in camp.

Have a wonderful day!!

Anna Lee

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