Naomi Opal McCraine Flowers passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at the age of 103. She was born December 22, 1914 in Woodville, MS to May Miller and David Daniel McCraine. She graduated from Mississippi State College for Women in Columbus, MS in 1935 with a BS in Mathematics. Naomi married Charles Lesley Flowers in 1937 in a double wedding ceremony with her brother and sister-in-law. Naomi worked for LSU, The State of Louisiana, and East Baton Rouge Parish as assistant to the mayor. She was a member of Phi Theta Kappa, The Women's Club of Baton Rouge, and the AC chapter of the PEO, Louisiana Cowbelles, and was a life member of the Cattlemen's' Association. She also worked with the 4-H Clubs along with her husband. Naomi was an avid bridge player, a collector of chicken ornaments given her by the 4-H Club members, a member of the University United Methodist Church and is survived by many nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank Bridgeway Hospice and Home Instead – Stephanie Davis and Shalonda Coney especially for their care and compassion. Pall bearers are her nephews. In lieu of flowers, please send gifts to the East Baton Rouge Parish 4-H. Graveside service will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Woodville, MS on Monday, December 3, 2018 at 11:00 am. Newman Funeral Home in Centreville, MS is in charge of the arrangements.
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Dear Mrs. Flowers, we will certainly miss you. You and Mr. Flowers were the best of neighbors and friends. I have such great memories growing up in 4-H, showing Angus calves, sheep, and pigs in the Livestock Shows, and relishing Mr. Steini's BBQ. Both of you were role models for me and my siblings. In these last few years my children and I enjoyed visiting you whenever we came to visit my parents. Visits to Baton Rouge will not be the same. God bless you as you journey to the Father.
Kay Severance
December 4, 2018
Aunt Naomi was the epitome of southern graciousness. It was always such a special occasion when she and Uncle Leslie came to Illinois for a visit. And we especially loved visiting their house when down south, especially the chickens!
Nancy Morgan Stewart
December 3, 2018
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
JM
December 3, 2018
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
JM
December 3, 2018
We will play bridge once again. Loved being your friend. Loved your stories from the past. Glad you loved my jambalaya. Billece morrison
December 2, 2018
Rest in peace Aunt Naomi. You were such an awesome lady and had such a wonderful life. I loved it when I could spend time with you and Uncle Lesley. I'm sorry distance has made it hard to visit with you over these last years, but you, and my southern family, have always been in my heart and mind.
Jennifer (Morgan) Morin
December 2, 2018
Love you. I wil always remember all the things you did for me. All the time we spent together. I will always keep you and uncle Lesley in my prayers.
Larry and Jessica Suire
December 2, 2018
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