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Steven Kinsey Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 11 to Mar. 12, 2014.

Steven (Steve) Kinsey, Sr., affectionately known as "Money" to some departed life at the age 97 on Friday, March 7, 2014 at home in Baton Rouge. Steve loved life and put up a good fight to the very end, and will be sorely missed. Steve was born in Hohen Solms, La. Ascension Parish to Ben and Ella D. Gipson-Kinsey on June 3, 1916. Steve had a passion for fishing and loved to talk to people. Steve is survived by his wife Lillie Kinsey, Baton Rouge; Sister, Ann Williams (Louis), Baton Rouge. Five (5) Children: Elizabeth K. Linden, Oak Park, IL; Steven Kinsey Jr., (Dolores), New York, NY; Michael Kinsey, Jamaica, NY; Dolores Kinsey, Bronx, New York; Beatrice Kinsey, (Kim Douglas), Catonsville, Maryland; Sisters-In-Law, Zenobia Kinsey, and Marie Kinsey. He was preceded in death by his parents Ben, and Ella D. Kinsey; Four (4) Brothers Clone Kinsey, Clyde Kinsey, Lionel Kinsey, Claudell (Peto) Kinsey, and Ben (July) Kinsey; Twelve (12) grandchildren; Four (4) great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends. Visitation will precede the funeral at 10:00am on Thursday, March 13, 2014 at Winnfield Funeral Home, 7221 Plank Road, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The funeral will begin at 11:00am followed by the Burial at Roselawn Memorial Park, 4045 North Street, Baton Rouge, La. Please visit the online guestbook at www.winnfieldfuneralhomes.com.

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March 27, 2014

Diane Myers

Cousin Lillie,
My the peace of God rule in your hearts.

March 27, 2014

Diane Myers

March 24, 2014

Sandra Tolliver & Family~

To Cousin Lillie & Family:
It's the little things, the small, everyday occurrences that you'll remember. The laughs, the stories, the smiles. And even though it seems like you can never recover from your loss, it is these very memories that will help push the pain away and bring back the smiles.
As hard as it seems, you will get through this difficult time and emerge stronger. We are always around to help you through this trying period. We love you.
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March 14, 2014

You will be missed by many.you were such a delight to be around. Rest in peace MONEY. Lillie our prayers are with you and the family. Joyce Wilson and Family , Long Beach, Ca

March 13, 2014

Cynthia brown

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

March 12, 2014

We only met once, but Mr. Kinsey made a lasting impression on me and it was my pleasure to have known him. May God's peace and comfort be with you all.

Brion Moore and family, Silver Spring, MD.

March 12, 2014

Vinnie Jordan

You were chosen to have a long life, a wonderful wife, four children, and grand-kids too. You were called by God to have eternal peace with Him, leaving your family and friends to miss you yet we know you're in a better place.

March 11, 2014

Rechel,Marion,Terry,Lesia Jackson Family

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

March 11, 2014

E-Shan Kinsey

E-Shan Steven
Grandson: February 5, 1972-Present(42)
I love you GranPapa. I know you're resting.

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