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LaRaye London-Phillips was born to Freddie and Coke London on July 19, 1983, at the Women's Hospital in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She departed this life on December 12, 2012 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Walker, LA. She grew up in Watson, LA and was a member at St. Peter Baptist Church from birth. Her mother dressed LaRaye and her sister Candace on Sunday mornings to travel with thier dad as he played the piano for three local churches. She was a 2001 graduate of Live Oak High in Watson, LA where she played basketball and ran track. Majoring in Elementary Education, LaRaye attended Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana because of her love for children. On May 5, 2007 she was united in holy matrimony to Troy Jerriel Phillips and to this union, one child was born, Trinity Leigh, on February 12, 2006. Visiting at Live Oak Methodist Church, Watson, on Saturday, Dec. 15, from 9 a.m. until services at 2 p.m., conducted by the Rev. Deborah Williams. Church phone, (225) 664-7979.
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Ii will never forget our last encounter of how serene and calm you were while decorating the Saints room at the Rudison's . A cherished memory of you.
Norfleet Williams III
December 8, 2023
mama,i love you.
Trinity Phillips
Family
July 8, 2022
To the family, may you know the peace and comfort this heartfelt though imparts the ones we love are never gone, they live within our hearts.
James,Sr.,Donna & James Johnson, Jr.
January 7, 2013
To Troy, Sorry to hear of passing of your wife, I enjoyed the time taking care of you at Baton Rouge Rehab rm 15, with you,Laraye and your daughter. She was such a Beautiful person, cheerish the memories.
Paulette Johnson ( nurse)
December 21, 2012
Coach London and Mrs. Coke,
Please know that you and your family are in my continued prayers. You and your family have been apart of the majority of my life and my families. Words could never take your pain away at a time like this but I do know that you and your family have the love of Jesus that will withstand the faith of time. Laraye, beautiful like her mother and a heart like her dad. You and your family will always have a special place in our lives as you and Mrs. Coke always showed me and everyone else how much you truly valued life and family. Again, I am truly sorry to hear of your loss and I will keep you all in my continued prayers. Much love, Tara
Tara Simoneaux Bourgeois
December 21, 2012
Continuing to remember your family and pray for your peace. She was so special.
Tim and Robin Truax/Fennell kids
December 20, 2012
Fred and Coke and all your other family members,just know that you and your family is in my prayers. Things happen in life that we may never understand. But I know with your faith, you'll will see this through.
Cindy Achord
December 19, 2012
We the Williams family , will forever keep the London family in our prayers , we pray that you encourage each other daily in the Lord, he has been our strength in times like these , lately we talk daily about how we miss Laraye and the funny stuff she would do, and how she touched us with her caring and compassionate ways , she just passed through here on her way home. We know that you do not die spiritually in Christ and that is our consolation that we will all meet again. Love always , Detra and Norfleet Williams.
Detra & Norfleet Williiams
December 19, 2012
LARAYE YOU ARE AND ALWAYS WILL BE A VERY SWEET GIRL ! YOU WILL BE MISSED AND YOU ARE LOVED BY MANY 1
BRIANNA BANKS
December 19, 2012
im sure i dont know u but u know my mom christina gann she works with u at shaw i just wantes to say r.i.p and ur spirt will follow us for the rest of our lifes.
breanna kreamer
December 19, 2012
My beautiful cousin... Words can't express how I feel. We all miss you so much. The hurt goes so deep but one day we will be united again and I will see that beautiful smile of yours that I miss so much. Until then... Always in my heart. I love you.
Tiffany Thomas
December 19, 2012
RIP hun ! You were such a great person
Dana Penegar
December 18, 2012
LARAYE I LOVE YOU CUZ YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART REST IN PEACE .
KEARA BROWN
December 18, 2012
London family, my thoughts and prayers are with you,...she was a beautiful person! i can still hear my late mothers voice at the last reunion commenting how much she loved her husband...my deepest condolences
JOY STRATTON
December 18, 2012
You will forever be in our hearts!
Mackenzie & Dedria London
December 17, 2012
Waiting on that day to see you again cousin, love you like a sister!!!!! R.I.P LaRaye!!!
Herman Williams
December 17, 2012
I love you Cousin Raye, you will truly be missed
Brittany and Travis Clark
December 17, 2012
You will never be forgotten.
Jamye & Trisha London
December 17, 2012
Love and miss you always,LaRaye. Rest in Peace
Leonard London, Jr.
December 17, 2012
For the entire London Family
Keron and Kim Watson
December 17, 2012
Hey Cousin You are a beautiful, caring, smart, and most of all Loving Person!!! You will be missed beyond measure. The message and the example you left behind will not be in vain! Each and everyday I will live with you as an example! I will always cherish the many memories we shared. From St. Peter, to aunt tootsie House, southern games, to being bridesmaids together in our cousins Weddings , and being one in your wedding and so many more. You always lighten up a room and a party. I only got up to dance cause you did :-) I love you soo much. Until we meet again!! See you later.
Khrystina London
December 17, 2012
Coach London and mrs. Coke. Me and my family will always be praying for you. LaRae is is gods hands now.
God bless
Lane Blount
December 17, 2012
May God's Grace & Mercy Be With You.
Continue To lean & depend On God!
Just Now That Earth's Lost Is Heavens Gain..
And Earth Has No Sorrow Tha Heaven Can't Heal!
& To My Cuzzo Troy, Be Strong! For Yall Shall Meet Again.
P.A Carter
December 17, 2012
Coke and Fred there are not enough words to describe Gods Angel that has been called home. Time heals almost everything! Give time, time! We love you! Mrs. Cookie, Mr. Mr. Red and the Howard siblings.
December 17, 2012
Fred and coke , we will always be praying for u and the family and may god be with u always. mark and val
December 17, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God continue to strengthen and keep you. Brenda Rheams-Sago
December 17, 2012
Coach London & Coke,
Sending prayers, hugs, and love to you both. You are such a loved and cherished family in the Watson community and as a community, we hurt for you and your family.
December 17, 2012
My deepest sympathy go out to the entire family during your time of bereavement. May God comfort you and give you peace during this time.
Sheriff and Myra Williams
December 16, 2012
Fred and Coke, praying for your family now and in the days to come. Peace be with you.
Rosemary Buhler Jones
December 16, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with LaRaye's family and friends. Heaven has gained another Beautiful Angel.
Brenda Buhler-Smith
December 16, 2012
"Look to the hills for which comes your help, all your help comes from The Lord." Family keep your head up and your faith in The Lord. The word says "He will never leave you nor forsake you."
With Love-Marion Morris and Family
December 16, 2012
To Uncle Fred and Coke, just want you to know that I love you guys. Continue to trust in the Lord and he will bring you through. LaRaye has always been a special person and that smile would light up anyones day. May God bless your entire family.
Victoria Gilmore
December 15, 2012
After the coldest winter,
the warmth of springtime beckons,
and after the darkest night,
the light of dawn appears once more.
After the grayest storm,
a rainbow paints the sky with color,
and after the strongest waves,
fragile seashells line the shore.
After the deepest loss,
God gives the healing gift of memories
to comfort and bring peace of mind
when those we love are gone...
Freddie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult and very sorrowful time.
Condolences from a friend of Ernie, your a very close childhood friend. May he rest in peace.
Floyd McLain
December 15, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Kathy "King" Mitchell
December 15, 2012
Prayers for those you leave behind.
Stephanie Landry
December 15, 2012
My prayers are for your family. You have always been so special to us.
Judy Watson
December 15, 2012
R.I.P. LaRaye
Carla Williams-Perry
December 15, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss!! my God be with u. I know its hard losing a loved one so close. I loss my brother Adam almost 2 years ago and there isn't a day that goes by that i don't think about him!! but i know they are in a better place! LaRaye was a very sweet young lady and she loved the Lord. sorry she was called home so soon. i will keep your family in my prayers. GOD BLESS!!!
april king
December 15, 2012
I am so sorry for Yalls loss. I will keep your family in my prayers. I know its hard losing a loved one and it's really hard. My brother Adam passed almost 2 years ago and there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about him. But I know he's. In a better place now. LaRaye was a very sweet young lady and I know she's in heaven singing with the angels.
April King
December 15, 2012
To Mr. Fred London. I want to thank you for all the opportunities you gave me with the J.T.P.A. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you all peace and comfort.
Patricia King
December 15, 2012
Fred and Coke, I am so sorry for your loss. We were all like family during our Live Oak days. I will keep your entire family in my prayers.
Wanda (Meinke Holleman) Berthelot
December 15, 2012
So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Your faith will sustain you because we as believers know that this isn't the end. There will be a reunion and oh how glorious it will be.
Alcee & Teresa Phillips
December 15, 2012
To Troy, Trinity, Fred,Coke, Candice and the entire extended family. My prayers and love have been extended since I heard of our lose. My prayer is God allows you to find one thing to hold on to as he heals your hearts and soul. I promise you Joy has to come in the Morning. I am so sorry I can't be there but know I am thinking of you and praying with you.
Love,
Van
December 15, 2012
YES LORD! Your light and the days of your mourning shall end. ISAIAH 60:20
Corrine Williams Shugart Newman
December 15, 2012
God makes no mistakes she leaves behind her beautiful daughter to cherish her memory along with her husband family members who loves her dearly and some good friends to remember some good times her smile and presences will stay with those who were copse to her its hard to let our love ones go but know one the to her family and friend she is in a better place now
my prayers u have teary eyed as I read what happened and so surrender a good person with such spirit is gone.....
December 15, 2012
Troy & The London Family I'm Lost For Words,I Remember LaRaye & Candance When they wer Little Girls 7or 8 With they're Mom & Dad Always In Church..May God Be With You.
Cathy Kelly
December 15, 2012
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Tina Barrington
December 15, 2012
Our hearts break for the family. Praying God will get you through.
Roy and Sharon Soileau
December 15, 2012
I pray that God swiftly lift the heavy grief you're feeling now and replace it with smiles of sweet memories. God still has IT ALL IN CONTROL even though we still ask WHY!
Linda Jackson
December 15, 2012
There are no words, the loss is too great... May God bless your family forever.
Wendell and Marguerite Acosta
December 15, 2012
I know that God our father just said : Well done thy good & faithful servant. She made it, it should be our goal here him say that about us. One day soon you will see her again & spend all of eternity with her. May God bless all of the family & friends
December 15, 2012
What a beautiful angel God has in Heaven with Him! So sorry for your loss. Praying for family and friends.
Jill Bourque
December 15, 2012
To Troy and the London family our prayers go on high, she will be missed and we will keep you all in our prayers! With deepest sympathy
The Ivy's
December 15, 2012
Mrs Coke, Mr. Fred and all of the family my heart is very sadden by your loss. May God comfort and keep you during this difficult time is my prayer.
Dena, Jarvis and Imani
December 15, 2012
Dear Coach London and family,
I was so shocked and saddened at the loss of LaRaye. You have such a beautiful, strong Christian family that I've always admired and hold dear to my heart. May God bless and comfort you all. Love, Jennifer Crain
Jennifer Crain
December 15, 2012
Words cant express to what you all are experiencing...I pray that God continue to give you strength for the days ahead.. To London Rudison Philr Family.
Angela Morris
December 15, 2012
So very sorry for your loss, and the loss of this world.Such a sweet soul has left us. God be with you.Candace, Nathan loves you and is thinking of you.Our hearts are so sad.We are praying every day for peace and comfort for you all.
Sandra Cutrer
December 15, 2012
I am still in shock over this tragedy. However, I am praying for the family. Praying that God will give you peace and comfort during this time of bereavement. God bless you!!
Elder Antoine George
December 15, 2012
So sorry for your loss.our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at the graduation of your daughter from this life to the next.
Ray & Mary McDonald
House of Prayer Holiness Church
December 15, 2012
Coach London:
May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you and your family today and always! Thinking of you all and praying for peace.
Angel Wainwright Gatlin
December 15, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss Coach London. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during the hard time. May your family find peace with God, knowing she is with him now. My heart melts for y'all.
Nicole Owens Womack
December 15, 2012
We're so sorry for your loss.
May God continue to bless and give you strength. ??
George and Terrie Lathers
December 15, 2012
Dear Freddie and Coke.....I am so very sorry for the loss of your precious daughter. I will be praying for all of you.
Terry Easterly
December 15, 2012
I am really going to miss you friend. We have only known each other for 2 years but it felt like a lifetime. We shared so much. Traveled to many events together, dinner and had fun. I thank GOD we met. Troy and Trinity I will keep you all in my prayers. To her parents and Sister I pray your strength. She always spoke highly of her family. I am going to miss you!!!! I will never forget your smile and laughter.
Tiffany Shorts
December 15, 2012
Coach London & family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. LaRaye blessed our lives and was my daughter Amy's best friend at Live Oak High. I will always remember her smile, warm personality and Christian spirit.
Penny (Dyess) Kessler
December 15, 2012
So sorry for your lost.
Gail fugler Gainey
December 15, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss.May god be with you every step of the way.
December 14, 2012
With deepest sympathy my prayers go out to the family, friends and love ones.
Mary Green
December 14, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter LaRaye. Your family is is in my thoughts and prayers. A part of her lives on in all of you and through her beautiful daughter.
Judi walker
December 14, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Kathy "King" Mitchell
December 14, 2012
This is one of the most beautiful obituaries I have ever read, if there is such a thing. I pray the Lord lifts you & yours up to heal your hearts. Such a tragedy. My condolences.
Katie Guy
December 14, 2012
My prayers go out to the London and Phillips family during this time of great loss. I pray from peace, healing, and for God's glory to be shown through your family's faith and resolve.
Rebekah Phillips Dotter
December 14, 2012
PAMELA MENO
December 14, 2012
PAMELA MENO
December 14, 2012
So very sorry for your lost.my heart & prayers are with the family.
Carolyn gamble
December 14, 2012
Coach London and family i am so sorry for yalls loss
WINTER FARRIS-PARKER
December 14, 2012
Coach London I just wanted to say I'm so very sorry for the loss of your daughter. I pray for your family to find peace and comfort in The Lord.
Nichole Wheat
December 14, 2012
So Sorry to hear about this. Such a Loving and Caring Woman from a Wonderful Family. My Prayers go out to All of the London and Phillips families and Friends. God Bless!!!
Jeffry Bourgeois Jr
December 14, 2012
LaRaye you were a beautiful flower gone to soon. But God only takes the best. Our prayers will continue for your family. May God grant them a healing peace during this hour.
Pat Young
December 14, 2012
So sorry for your loss. My daughter went to school with LaRaye. Such a sweet girl... I just can't imagine the pain. Stay strong and pray!
Cindy Holmes
December 14, 2012
Such a loving ,caring, beautiful lady.. Gone way to soon!!!!!
Praying for peace and comfort to all the London and Phillips family !!!
James and Georgia Papizan
December 14, 2012
Sleep in peace beautiful angel.
Shauntee' Jackson
December 14, 2012
Laraye was such a joy to work with at Walmart in Denham Springs, LA. Despite what may have been going on, she never had a cross word to say about anyone and she always had a beautiful smile on her gorgeous face. It was my extreme pleasure to know and work with her and my heart aches with her passing. Heaven gained an angel and I pray God keeps her family wrapped in His peace and strength during their time of loss and mourning. Sleep well beautiful Angel.
Shauntee' Jackson-Hernandez
December 14, 2012
Coach London: I didn't have the pleasure of meeting your lovely daughters or your wife, but I am truly sorry for this loss for you all. You are such an icon to this community and have touched so many lives, I just hope you all feel the prayers and it brings just a little comfort to you.
Blake McDowell Robards
December 14, 2012
My prayers are for you in your time of loss.Your family has left a special place in all our hearts hope our prayers will help you through this time.
Donna Story Jester
December 14, 2012
My prayers are with you ,coach London and family. I'm so sorry for your loss .
Julia Ann roe Mcclendon
December 14, 2012
Praying for the entire family during this time. May God cloak you in his love and comfort. Heavens gain, no doubt. I know that your family's faith is deep and God will carry you. With Love~~
Dana Biggs Hendry
December 14, 2012
Coach London I am so very sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family. Numbers 6:24-26
Jami Glaser
December 14, 2012
Coach London and family. So very sorry. Always remember she is not gone, she has moved. You will be together again!
December 14, 2012
Love all of you an will be praying for each and everyone of you !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Darnell Erwin
December 14, 2012
Coach London & Family, I am at a loss for words during this sorrowful time for such a wonderful family. Please know that our community will be praying for peace and comfort. If each person that you have had a impact on in life says a prayer you have a lifetime of prayers. God Bless.
Ramona Lipscomb Gill
December 14, 2012
EXTENDING OUR DEEP AND HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY AND MAY THE MEMORIES HEAL YOUR PAIN. SHE WAS A VERY SWEET AND KIND PERSON. YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. WILLIE GEORGE AND LINDA LEE. FAMILY
WILLIE LEE
December 14, 2012
Our sincere condolences to LaRaye's family... Troy,Trinity, Fred,Coke,and Candace. I know that LaRaye was such a joy with her million dollar smile. There are so many people sending love and support to the London family as our community comes together as they grieve their loss.
Henry & Barbara Childres
December 14, 2012
Troy my heart goes out too you and your family. When you think you along just remember that God will never leave you! I am praying for you and your family.
Lisa Turner
December 14, 2012
So sorry that this wonderful family has suffered such a tragic loss.We are all hurting along with you.
Mary Lynn Thompson Reed
December 14, 2012
I never new her personally but my daughter did. I have heard nothing but good about her as well as her sister and both dad and mom. My daughter has spoke highly of her and has told me what a beautiful person she was on the inside being a kind person by nature to all whom she came in contact with, as well as the outside. My deepest sympathy to her entire family and friends. May God help you deal with the healing and suffering while you endure a parents worse nightmare.
Paula Matte
December 14, 2012
May God bless you an your family. Coach London, Coke I send my love an prayers to you. May God wrap his arms around your family, love Velma Brock
Velma Brock
December 14, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss Mr. Freddie... I was one of LaRaye's friends in high school and when I heard about what happened I just couldn't keep my mind off of it....
April Griffith
December 14, 2012
LaRaye was such a beautiful person. She was always a pleasure to be around in high school. I know she will be greatly missed. Praying for her sweet family that they get strength and peace.
Amanda Seeling Milton
December 14, 2012
Coach London and Mrs. Coke, I'm deeply sorry for your loss of your gorgeous LaRaye.
Coach, before you were my ”Coach”, you were a big part of my life and my Mother's (Nora @ JTPA).
You were for the longest time the father I didn't have and one of the people I respected most in this world.
Knowing what a wonderful father your are, I can't imagine what you are going through.
Know I love you and right now,LaRaye is in our Lord's arms looking over YOU.
I love you and your whole family.
I pray for you and your family's comfort.
Love you all!
Always on my mind forever.
Courtney Nealy-Story
December 14, 2012
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