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Betty Leger Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Aug. 14 to Aug. 16, 2014.

Matthew 25:21, "Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!" Betty Robinson Leger, a longtime resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2014 at the age of 84. She retired from LSU Cooperative Extension. She was a talented seamstress and a dedicated servant of the Lord. She is survived by her children, James Robinson and wife, Sally, Helene Robinson, Mike Robinson and wife, Anne, Jo Ann Stephens and husband, Bryan; grandchildren, Ashley Robinson Knapps, Micah Robinson and wife, Misty, Bryan Stephens IV and wife, Tiffany, Alicia Stephens, Jessica Stephens, Debbie Lafleur and husband, Darrin, Kirk Soileau, and Mike Soileau and wife, Heidi; 16 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Patrick Robinson and Lloyd Joseph Leger; son, Lee Leger; and her parents and sister. Pallbearers will be Micah Robinson, Bryan Stephens IV, Christopher Stephens, Kirk Soileau, Darrin Lafleur, and Jay Farmer. Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2014 from 9 a.m. until funeral service at 12 p.m. at Greenoaks Funeral Home. Interment will follow on the grounds of Greenoaks Memorial Park. Psalm 4:8, "I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety."

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August 17, 2014

Helene & Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandra & Ralph Piper

August 15, 2014

Marsha

with love to you all from Colorado.

August 15, 2014

Kay Gaudet

Helene, I was deeply saddened when I learned of your loss. May the days ahead be filled with wonderful memories to warm your heart and light your days. You remain in my prayers.

August 15, 2014

John and Sue Ferguson

Jim, our thoughts are with you this sad day. Love Johnny and Sue

August 15, 2014

Susan & Chip Bordelon

Our Prayers and thoughts are with you. May your memories of your Mom comfort you in the days ahead. Another Angel in Heaven.

August 15, 2014

Jo Stephens

I love you so much!
I will miss you everyday. I will carry your love, your smile and your laughter in my heart always
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August 15, 2014

Patty Ruskiewicz

So sorry for your loss. Betty was always a bright star in Uncle Binkie's eyes. She was his God daughter and never forgot him. Uncle Binkie hated the phone but when Betty called he would answer. They are sharing good times together now!

August 14, 2014

Micah Robinson

Bye bye dear....
I love you maw maw

August 14, 2014

Alicia Moran

Love you maw maw and I miss you already

August 14, 2014

John Sabo

I will be miss you my sweet first cousin. Always remembered the good times we would have togeter

August 14, 2014

Nella Babin

Ashley my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Love,
Nella

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