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A resident of Maringouin, she passed away Friday, July 25, 2014, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. She was 63 and a native of Fordoche. Visitation at Greater Union Baptist Church, 5541 Fordoche Road, Fordoche, on Friday, Aug. 1, from 3 p.m. until musical at 6:30 p.m. There will also be a religious service at the church on Saturday, Aug. 2, at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Edward Armstead. Interment in False River Station Cemetery in Blanks, La. Survived by her mother, Thelma Johnson; two daughters, Kimberly Celestin and husband Phillip, and the Rev. Christina Knighten and hsuband Auric; a son, the Rev. Joseph Powell III and Shirlette; five sisters, the Rev. Joyce Benion, Maud Eaphrom, Ada Johnson, Betty Adams and Ruby Johnson; two brothers, Joseph Johnson Jr. and William Johnson; 8 grandchildren, aunts, great-aunt, uncles, nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends. Professional services entrusted to A. Wesley's Funeral Home, Maringouin, La.
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A True Soldier gone home to be with the LORD!
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Shirley M. Gaither Gilbert
Shirley Gaither-Gilbert
August 4, 2014
To Mother, Joyce, my other sisters, brothers , Dee's children, grandchildren and the rest of her family God only takes the best. The work Dee did speaks for her. She will be truly missed we love her but God love her best. Prayers going up for strength.
Leotha Kimble
August 1, 2014
Iwas a lunchroom manager and I knew Dee she was such a sweet person may you treasure your memories of her I know that they are good ones may she rest in peace .
Audrey Jarreau
August 1, 2014
To be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD! Dee was a kind, sweet, Christian woman. She is now taking her well deserved REST!
With Sympathy,
Phyllis L. Gilbert-Jackson and Family
Phyllis Gilbert-Jackson
August 1, 2014
The best way to honor someone who is not with us anymore is to continue living our life and keep their memory alive through everyday events. "Dee" would have wanted that, and expected nothing less from all of us.
Our sympathy, prayers, and the love of God is with you.
Roberta "Bert" Blanchard & Family
Kathy, Anthony "Noot", & Kenny (Phx.,AZ)
The Blanchard Family
August 1, 2014
"Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted"
We want to express our sadness in hearing of Dee's passing. However, our sadness is over-shadowed by the knowledge that she is absent from the body and present with the Lord. Know that our prayers are with all of you.
Love always
Regina Bankston & Family
Regina Bankston
July 31, 2014
Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted.
Rev. J. Jordan Jr. Mount Pilgrim B.C. Deacon Ministry
July 31, 2014
Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord. For we live by faith, not by sight. We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord. "There is no better place to be than at home with the Lord."
Rev. J. Jordan Jr. Mount Pilgrim B.C. Family
July 31, 2014
Ms Ada,
May God bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Lois McKenzie
July 31, 2014
We extend our condolences to the Family of Mrs. Delores Johnson Powell. May you find comfort in the knowledge that she lived a life of purpose and is now with the Lord and may that same Jesus grant you the strength to continue her Legacy of Faith and good works. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Ginger F. Smith & Family
July 31, 2014
May God's Grace and Peace be multiplied unto you. It is at such times as these that God is truly known as a comforter. We extend our condolences and are praying with your family.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
A. Wesley's Funeral Home & Staff
July 31, 2014
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