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Carol Ann Ducote

1941 - 2019

BORN

1941

DIED

2019

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Rabenhorst Funeral Home & Crematory East

11000 Florida Boulevard

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Carol Ducote Obituary

Carol Ann Ducote was born August 25, 1941 in New Orleans, LA and passed away September 18, 2019 at the Baton Rouge General Medical Center on Bluebonnet at the age of 78. She was reared in Cottonport, LA and has been a resident of Baton Rouge for the past 22 years. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Ury and Hazel Fontane Ducote; sister, Earline D. Bernard and husband, A. J. She is survived by her close friend, Mary Ellen Vedros; several nieces and nephews; close relatives and friends. Formerly a School Sister of Notre Dame (Sr. M. Lalande, S. S. N. D.) she decided to pursue several areas of Church ministry, but always had a heart for the S. S. N. D. nuns. She continued working in education for the Diocese of New Orleans and the New Orleans Public School System. After Carol and Mary retired from education, they spent time in volunteering. Their greatest love was "Sing Along with Mary and Carol", Carol playing piano and Mary singing at Senior living facilities. Their mission was to bring happiness, joy and optimism to others. Among the many influences in Carol's life were: St. Mary of the Pines, Chatawa, MS; Scared Heart High School, Destrehan High School and Brunswich High School (GA). She loved people, wanted to live life to the fullest and her deep faith enabled her to face the challenge that came into her life. She excelled in sports and was an avid fan of the LSU Tigers! Carol touched many hearts and affected so many people, leaving us with a smiling image of her strong faith, her caring heart and her affectionate personality. A visitation will be held at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church on Monday, September 23, 2019 from 8:30 am until 10:30 am Mass of Christian Burial in the church at 10:30am. Services will be conducted by Celebrants: Bishop Emeritus Robert W. Muench, Fr. Cleo Milano, Fr. Randy Cuevas and Fr. Gilbert Enderle C. S. s. R. Entombment will follow at Greenoaks Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to CAAWS or charity of your choice. You are invited to share your thoughts, fond memories and condolences online at www.rabenhorst.com.

Published by The Advocate from Sep. 19 to Sep. 23, 2019.
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Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. Know that God has blessed you with the knowledge that she is out of pain, visiting with all the family (both blood family and acquired friends). We continue to love you and pray for you daily. We rest in knowing that GOD IS IN CONTROL.

Melinda Minks

October 3, 2019

So sorry to hear of Carols passing. She has been in our prayers daily.
Michelle & Donna

October 3, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Marilynn Keowen

September 26, 2019

I feel blessed to have Carol and Mary as my friends. I admired Carol for her positive and happy attitude. I know she will be missed, but she will now be watching us with her spiritual eyes and waiting for the day we will join her in heaven. My deepest sympathy to Mary and the Ducote family. Love and "BEAR" hugs, Carol Ott

Carol Ott

September 23, 2019

Mary and Family,
So sorry to hear of Carol's death. It is a tough time. May our Lord be with you, to comfort you and give you hope and peace as you mourn her passing.

Mary Carlin

September 23, 2019

Mike Couvillon

September 23, 2019

I first met Carol when I came to Sacred Heart in 1974. I'll never forget her dogs and that green VW! I taught with her at Seton Academy until 1980. May she be of blessed memory.

Dr. Tim Mooney

September 22, 2019

Sr. Lalande, as I knew her during my high school years (August 1968-May 1972) at SMP, was certainly a vivacious and fun loving free spirit. I always admired how she joyfully sang and praised our Lord, using her skills with her guitar and piano. She was my Biology/Chemistry and PE teacher but also was in charge of my dorm section for two years. She was determined to push me to my highest potential to be a leader. She believed in me! I will always keep her and all those wonderful memories close to my heart. May Carol RIP. Heaven is rejoicing as her soul returns home to the Lord.

Lois Renee Lucero Peith

September 20, 2019

Mary,

Carol was a light to everyone and such a wonderful person and inspired people wherever she went. She will be missed.

My prayers are with you

Peggy Kennedy

Peggy Kennedy

September 20, 2019

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Memorial Events
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Sep

23

Visitation

8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church

LA

Sep

23

Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church

LA

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Rabenhorst Funeral Home & Crematory East

11000 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70815

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