A native of New Orleans and resident of Baton Rouge, she passed away Thursday, Jan. 10, 2013. She was 50, a former Louisiana State Worker and a Car Sales Consultant. Visiting at Winnfield Funeral Home on Friday, Jan. 18, 2013 from 12 noon to 4:30 p.m. Visiting continues Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at Gloryland Baptist Church from 9 a.m. until funeral service at 11 a.m. conducted by Rev. Dennis Lawrence. Interment in Star Hill B.C. Cemetery, 12331 Powell Station Rd., St. Francisville. Survivors include her father, Wallace Lindsey; surrogate mother, Hazel Bell; daughter, Carolyn N. Hill; surrogate daughters, Kanithia Hills and Tamieka (Miguel) Matthie; surrogate son, Wilford Hill, Jr.; sister, Y'Shaka McClain; surrogate sister, Yvonne Guerin; brothers, Tony Brown, Melvin Smothers and Norman Lindsey; godbrother, William Hawkins, Jr.; surrogate brother, Damien Johnson; grandchildren, Brielle London Wright, Brenda and Nigel Matthie; and a special niece, Sarayah Leigh McClain. Preceded in death by her mother, Rev. Sarah Wilson; maternal grandparents, Albert Roach and Corine Dunbar; step-grandfather, Elijah Dunbar, Sr.; an aunt, Margaret Ruffin; two step-aunts, Loueinger Smith and Madlen Jones; and three step-uncles, Henry Dunbar, John Dunbar and Elijah Dunbar, Jr. She graduated from Zachary High School and Delta College, and attended Kaplan University.
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Mommy, I miss you so much...It's so hard for me to accept that you are gone.. But I know you are in a better place...The values and love that you have installed in me will forever be in my heart... I can recall the times when we will sit up late and watch movies and talk about life... I will miss those times we shared together as mother and daugther... You're the best mother that God could have ever given me and I would not change it for the world.. I love you so much and I am going to truly miss you... Love you Mommy Love your one & only daughter, Carolyn Hill
Carolyn Hill
January 25, 2013
Sorry to learn of your loss. My prayers are with you.I have an understanding of feelings as I lost my mother about 2 weeks ago.
Glenn Kinsey
January 22, 2013
MY SISTER IS GONE!!!!!!! I WILL MISS OUR CONVERSATIONS ABOUT LIFE!!!! LOVE, YOUR BROTHER ( DJ, DAIMAN JOHNSON)
DAIMAN JOHNSON
January 21, 2013
My memories of what you and I shared will always be in my heart. The smile and laughter we had together, and the many long nights talking over the phone will and have been missed. I loved you with all my heart. Your friendship is anchored for always. With Deepest Sympathy.
Your Friend Always
January 19, 2013
Wow I don't know where to begin. I really miss u, the late night talks. The gd times we had sitting at the boat just passing time. The times we would ride late at night looking at houses & cars on the car lot. I didn't get to tell you my good news! I was so shocked to get the call back from Carylon stating you was gone. I know people are only in your life for a season, I wish I can have 1 more season with you. I have only know you for 2 years it's not many people I share things with. But it was something about you, you gave me a lot of encouring words. You are truly missed. I'm in tears just writing this. Until we meet again just know that you were a true friend of mines luv ya!
Keshunda Thomas-Jason
January 18, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Josie White
January 18, 2013
My prayers and condolences goes out to the family for your loss,
Midnite
January 18, 2013
As I look up at the stars at night
And think of times we shared
Memories come flooding back
They all show how much you cared
Your kind and gentle nature
Your smile so big and wide
Thinking of these things
I know your always by my side
You've been a friend when times were hard
You've been a friend I can trust
In my heart you will always stay
Let god take care of you
I must
In life its hard to find a friend
A friend so special and true
Whenever I think of this friend
In my heart Nessa I think of you
Adrianna Armstead
January 18, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you..."Earth has no sorrw Heaven cannot heal".
Darrell Hartford
January 18, 2013
Vanessa was a special gift to us all. I am so thankful that Father/Mother God allowed her to be a part of my life's journey. Prayers and love to family.
Beverly Armstead
January 18, 2013
You have my condolences. It was too sudden. I'm sorry for your loss.
Chris Johnson
January 18, 2013
So sorry to hear about your lose. Our prayers are with you.
Clay Fourrier
January 18, 2013
With deepest sympathies
shirley Ennis
January 18, 2013
Carolyn, we are sorry for your loss
Bob Neese
January 18, 2013
My friend and sister, you will truly be missed.
K W
January 18, 2013
So sorry to hear about your loss. Me and my church will keep you and your family in pray.
Eric
January 18, 2013
I will forever cherish our great memories---the good and bad. You truly express great friendship. You always bestow a loving and caring spirit. Sadly Missed
January 17, 2013
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Blanche Allen Ginyard
January 17, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Ledoris Allen
January 17, 2013
Loved her very much. She was a beautiful person inside and out and I will miss her. My deepest sympathy to her family.
J. J. Caston, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
January 17, 2013
You and I played together when we were four and five years old. I remember when my grandfather,Elijah, tried to comfort me when you scratched me once. Today, I laugh about it. You will always be remembered as a life-long friend and cousin. I, along with my siblings, aunts, and cousins will miss you. You were a beautiful person and a wonderful playmate.
Love,
Dr. Glen "Orby" Jones
January 17, 2013
So sad to see a beautiful cousin go so soon. Nessa will be sorely missed by those who loved her.
Deasie Lynn Beverly
January 17, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Gus & Anita King
January 17, 2013
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen White
January 17, 2013
I was so sad to hear about the home going of my dear child hood neighbor. She will be missed but not forgotten. May God grant peace to the family in their time of sorrow.
January 17, 2013
Loved her very much. She was a beautiful person inside and out and I will miss her. My deepest sympathy to her family.
January 17, 2013
With deepest sympathies. Rest in Peace Nessa.
Jenny Roberson
January 17, 2013
With deepest sympathy.
Carolyn Jackson
January 17, 2013
So sad! A blessing to bave had Anita in my life. Oh yes, I will forever hold on to the memories! "Girl's Night Out Sister"
Judy Wright
January 17, 2013
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