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A retired employee with South Central Bell, he died Tuesday, March 29, 2011, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center-Bluebonnet. He was 59, a resident of Baton Rouge and native of New Orleans. Visiting at Hartzell United Methodist Church, 15630 Live Oak St., Rosedale, Thursday, April 7, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Religious service at the church Friday, April 8, at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Ulysses Stephens. Interment in Rose Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Rosedale. Survived by his wife, Betty Pryer Anderson; mother, Helen H. Anderson; daughter, Brandi Anderson; son, Melvin A. Anderson Jr. and fiancée Zamora James; sons he reared, Melvin James, Kenneth Sims and Marcus Clayton; two sisters, Debra Anderson, and Tammy and spouse Steven Lewis; sister-in-law, Dorothy Anderson; brother, Larry Sr. and spouse Donna Anderson; a host of nieces, nephews, friends and other relatives; grandchild, Mason M. Martin; aunts, Molly Pate and Rosa Neff; and special friends, Clarence Sr. and Hattie Pryer, Lawrence Northern, Walter Smith and Joseph Dupree. Special thanks to the staff on the fourth floor at Baton Rouge General Medical Center-Bluebonnet and caregiver Robin Thomas. Mel was a 1969 graduate of Thomas A. Levy and attended Southern University in computer science. He was a choir member, lay speaker, former chairman of the Pastor Parish Relations Committee, Sunday school leader and trustee. He was a member of United Methodist Men's and Rose Hill Male Chorus. Arrangements by A. Wesley Funeral Home, Maringouin.
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Betty my prayers are with you and the family during your loss. Know that God is there with you and will comfort you. Just keep holding on to his hand and he will take care of everything. Love you Cuz.
Geannee Armant & Family (Winston Salem, NC)
Geannee Armant
April 14, 2011
It is my prayer that in time your tears will be replaced with smiles evoked by the joyous memories of the time that you shared with your husband.
Natashia M. Carter
Shady Grove High School Class of 1988
April 11, 2011
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
VALERIE PRYER
April 9, 2011
Betty, MJ, Brandi, Anderson & Pryer Family:
Look to the hills from which cometh your help, all of your help comes from the Lord who made the Heaven and the Earth.
With Heartfelt Love & Sympathy
We Love you,
Anna Mae & Family
April 9, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gloria Verrett-Martin
April 8, 2011
Betty,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I know Mel's passing has been very difficult for you. You're in my thoughts.
Mark Barry
April 8, 2011
To: Mrs. Betty Anderson & Children
Remember God will take care of you and will give you Rainbows after Storms......
Love Always
Felicia Washington Class of 94
April 8, 2011
To: The Best Teacher Ever & Her Family
Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Please accept our deepest sympathy. It seems that no matter how prepared one can be the loss of someone close to us can be very trying. Wishing you as much peace as possible during this difficult time.
N. Iberville High c/o 1994
April 8, 2011
From The Class of 1984
To Mrs. Betty Anderson & Fly.
God is with you now and always.
Class of 1984
April 8, 2011
Betty, I am sorry that I could not be there with you. My prayers are with you and your family.
Joseph B Dupree
Joseph Dupree
April 7, 2011
Betty, May the peace of God that surpasseth all understanding be upon you and your family.
Henry & Evelyn Perkins
April 7, 2011
To the Anderson family:
There is little we can say that will comfort you in this hour of your bereavement.
Please accept for yourself, and all who mourn with you, our assurance of heartfelt sympathy.
Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Joseph
April 7, 2011
Mrs. Anderson and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of sorrow. May God and your memories comfort you.
With Deepest Sympathy,
The Grace Family,
Robert, Sr.,Ira Dean, Cormanda, and Robbie
Cormanda Grace-Green
April 7, 2011
Betty may GOD bless you and your family in loss of my very dear friend, my prayers are with all of you . Love always.
walter smith
April 7, 2011
Betty and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Love you,
Sharleen Beard Breaux
April 7, 2011
My prayers are with you and the family may God continue to strengthen you in the coming days ahead.
Carrie Baise
April 7, 2011
Mrs. Anderson & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of grief. May the fond memories you shared with Mel bring you comfort and peace.
With deepest sympathy I remain,
Myra West-Powell
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Powell, Jr.
April 7, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jeanette Thomas
April 7, 2011
Only God can heal emotional and phsical wounds, trust Him and He will never disappoint. May His word strenghten You.
Elvin Augustus
April 7, 2011
Betty, MJ, Brandi, Anderson & Pryer Family:
There are no words that we can say to soften the sorrow or lessen the loss that is felt from losing someone close to you. Know that each of you are very close in our prayers and thoughts.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Ginger, AJ, & Brennan
April 6, 2011
Juanita McKnight-Bates
April 6, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Mr. & Mrs. Jessie Ward, Jr. & Fly.
April 6, 2011
My prayer's are with you in this time of sorrow. May God bless all of you.
Anna Alford
April 6, 2011
BLESSED ARE THEY THAT MOURN:
FOR THEY SHALL BE COMFORTED.
MATTHEW 5:4
MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
DAVID A. HALL JR., DDS
DIANE JOHNSON CARTER
BRENDA A McKENZIE
April 6, 2011
May god bless you and your family during your time of sorrow
Ora Washington-Randle
April 6, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Shedrick Stephens
April 6, 2011
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