Elizabeth McClain Obituary

Elizabeth Aguillard McClain, age 82, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at St. Theresa Specialty Hospital. She was a member of Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary Court #60 and a parishioner of St. James Major Catholic Church. Daughter of the late Felix and Horistine Aguillard. Beloved Wife of Francis McClain. Devoted Mother of George (Rhonda), Jules "Steven", Karen, Ronald Sr. (Lisa), Sylvia McClain, Muriel Noah (Michael) and Eleanor Lawrence (Daniel). Sister of the late Felix Aguillard and Mary "Ruth" Turbinton. Sister-in-law of Josephine Aguillard. Aunt of William and Audrey McClain and Norbert Billy. Also survived by 9 grandchildren, Joshua, George Jr., Desmond, Ryan, Michelle, Ronald Paul Jr., Seth, Angele, Amanda, one great grandson, Braeden and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. A native and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also Priest and Parishioners of St. James Major Catholic Church, are invited to attend the Visitation on Friday, July 26, 2013 at St. James Major Catholic Church, 3736 Gentilly Blvd., from 10:00 am until 11:30 am. Followed by Funeral Services at 11:30 am. Rev. Richard M. Maughan, Celebrant. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com.

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 24 to Jul. 26, 2013.
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Dear Momma
I not only miss you today but everyday... this life is so different without you....you made everything and everybody alright.... I always love you and want you to continue to rest with Jesus
All my love forever
Sylvia

Sylvia

July 17, 2022

Will miss Liz for her hearty laugh and genuine welcome into her home . She always had a lot of good food and drinks for
her guests. The family has my love and prayers

MYRTHE FRANCOIS McCLAIN

August 5, 2013

To: The Family of a very special woman my grandmothers sister (Mary Ruth Turbinton) one special memory I will hold in my heart is when she came and visit my mom and she ask me and I quote "Baby what is my name, and I respond by saying Mrs. Elizabeth, she looked at me with this serious look and said im your Aunt and dont you forget it! I was about 7 or 8 and I never forgot that day... Rest In Peace Aunt Elizabeth you are now with your sister and brother...Servant of God Well Done..... Love you always Your Great Niece Tiffany Turbinton

Tiffany Turbinton

August 1, 2013

My Family send their prayers and best wishes to the family of Elizabeth McClain. I remember so well how she and my Mother, Ernestine Reed, would laugh and smile together. She was always surrounded by her large family and plenty of food. She will be sadly missed but I am sure the family has many happy memories. The Lord has her now. Charlee Reed Jones

July 31, 2013

Our prayers and sincere thoughts of sympathy are with your family during this time of bereavement. May your memories of her beautiful life offer you comfort and peace. God Bless.

The Will Family

July 30, 2013

Momma, I am going to miss you a whole lot. However, I want to thank you for blessing me with your presence for so long on this earth. You taught me so much and I have very good memories of you. I celebrate your life and I take comfort in knowing I have a special angel looking over me. I love you! from your baby boy, Ronald

Ronald McClain

July 30, 2013

To: Sylvia, Muriel, Karen, Eleanor and Steven.
I wish you all peace and comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories of your mother in your hearts. I can say I know how you feel because I loss my mom a few months ago. I love you all and that I grieve with you. Our mothers are in heaven and smiling down on us. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of bereavement. I can only said take one day at a time.

Love, Lorraine and Devin.

Lorraine Sam

July 29, 2013

TO SYLVIA, KNOW THAT I LOVE YOU AND WILL ALWAYS BE THERE FOR YOU. MOM WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART... I WILL NEVER FORGET OUR LONG SITS IN THE KITCHEN...LOVE YOU SIS, YOUR SISTER SYLVIA "SAM"

SYLVIA A MITCHELL

July 27, 2013

To the McClain Family ( My Family), my heart was sadden when I heard of this great loss. Know that you guys are forever in my heart and the love for your mother will forever remain. I spent more days at your house, than I did mine. Whenever you are feeling down remember the good times shared. With love in her heart, for everyone she cared. She never knew a stranger, her heart was always open. Mrs. Liz has taken her place in heaven, I'm sure. She was a woman well loved and truly adored. Love you guys dearly.

Angela McCray Washington

July 27, 2013

To Sylvia and family,
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. It is a time to rejoice, a time when God has said...Well done my good and faithful servant. When your heart grieves, let your spirit rejoice. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of bereavement.

Carlette Green

July 26, 2013

To Uncle Francis and Family,
You have our heartfelt sympathy. We will always love and surely miss aunt Elizabeth. She welcomed us to the neighborhood and was a good friend. God called his child home to be with him. Their no doubt in our minds that aunt Elizabeth is seated in the present of God. May God comfort you all and continue to bless each of you. We are praying for the family.
The Jackson Family Errol, Debra, Janell and Jordan.

July 26, 2013

I remember having the priviledge one day of driving her to her day center; she was so full of life and happiness. She will be missed. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Shelia & Michael Alexander

July 26, 2013

A Mother's Love is a special
gift that will live forever
in the hearts of her children.
Our prayers are with you and the family.
The Manchester Family of New Roads.

Udella Manchester/Billups

July 25, 2013

My heartfelt condolences on your loss . Always think of the fun times with her .

Gerald Thomas

July 25, 2013

Mr. Francis McClain and family. You have our deepest sympathy! Ned and Letatia Ducksworth

Letatia Ducksworth

July 25, 2013

To Muriel & Michael, Joshua, Desmond,Seth and the McClain Family,

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.
Eph-6:10 Be strong in the Lord and in the power of his might.
Remember all things work together for those who love the Lord..
I love you all.

Bernadine Edwards

July 24, 2013

To Muriel & Michael, Joshua, Desmond, Seth and the McClain Family,

I cannot say that I know how you feel. I can only say that I love you all so much that I grieve with you. Do know that I have been praying for each of you and will continue to pray for you and your family.
Phil 4:4-8 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of GOD, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus...

Troy Denise Norflin Watson

July 24, 2013

To Sylvia and family, God makes no mistakes when he chose your momma. All I can say is rest assure your mom is resting and is sitting at OUR FATHERS'S right hand. Stay prayed up and GOD will see you through. May GOD continue to Bless you and your family

MRS. KIMBERLEY STEWART JOHNSON

July 24, 2013

May The Lord be your comfort through this difficult time. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers.

G'Nell & Sandra Hall

July 24, 2013

Mrs Elizabeth you will be missed but I know that you are in a better place, in heaven, in God`s loving arms. I enjoyed the talks we had while you were living in the neighborhood. You are loved by so many. To your loved ones I say be strong and know that she is smiling like always in heaven. God Bless.

Lori Johnson

July 24, 2013

Ron, Lisa and Family,
May the promise of eternal life strengthen and comfort all of you in the days ahead.

Elaine Keller (Meredith W.) Johnson

July 24, 2013

My beautiful mother rest in peace.. I Iove you.

Muriel McClain Noah

July 24, 2013

My beautiful mother rest in peace .I love you with all my heart

Muriel McClain Noah

July 24, 2013

TO MR. FRANCIS MCCLAIN AND THE MCCLAIN FAMILY I SEND MY CONODLONECES AND PRAYERS MRS ELIZABETH ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HER FACE SHE LOVE TO PLAY PIT PAT

LESTER POLLY LASSAI

July 24, 2013

TO THE MCCLAIN I SEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS YOUR MOTHER WAS ONE OF MY FAMILY FRIEND AND OUR PIT PAT CARD PLAYING FRIEND SHE WILL BE MISS

July 24, 2013

Mom my heart is broken and a part of me is missing. I am so sad to have lost you but I so glad you are at rest. I love, I miss you Mom.
Karen

July 24, 2013

Muriel, Sylvia, Eleanor,
May God bless and strengthen you and your families in your time of sorrow!

Katrina Crayton

July 24, 2013

The love of my life is gone on to her eternal resting place in Heaven. All of her troubles are over, her true happiness now begins. I've heard the saying "you can't be all things to all people", well Mary Elizabeth aguillard McClain put that theory to rest. She was one in a million! I know she will remain alive through her children, relatives and friends. Momma, I will always love you with all my heart. Rest in peace, In Jesus Name. -Jules Steven McClain

Jules "Steven" McClain

July 24, 2013

Momma I'll love you forever and a day. You always said God sent me for you ...now I understand...Sylvia

Sylvia McClain

July 23, 2013

To George, Sr.; Jules and Family;

May God Bless and Strengthen You All During Your Time of Sorrow!

Gary Dugue'

July 23, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

St. Joseph Hospice

July 23, 2013

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