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Celesia Ferrand Obituary

Celesia Perry Ferrand, transitioned from labor to reward on Sunday, January 25, 2015 at the age of 59 surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of Evelyn Brooks Alexander and the late Alonzo Perry, Sr. and stepdaughter of the late Richard Alexander. She is survived by her husband, Charles Ferrand, 3 siblings Kenneth Perry, Darlene Perry Parks, and Sylvia Alexander. She was also blessed with 4 children, Nicole Sheppard, Peter Sheppard, IV, Sumor Sheppard and Imanni Sheppard; 6 grandchildren, Jihad, Sah'ji, Amia, Skye, Aviana and Maci, nephew, John Parks, III and her daughter- in-law Karen and son-in-law Jeron. Also survived by her step children Charles Jackson and Devrick Ferrand. Daughter in law of Emma Jean Gordon and her large and loving extended family and very supportive friends join in the mourning of her passing. Celesia was a recently retired nurse of more than 30 years. She was also an Elder at United Fellowship FGBC; a 1973 graduate of Walter L. Cohen Senior High School; former board member of The Urban League of Greater New Orleans; NAACP member; President of Real Life Solutions and motivational speaker. She was a socially and politically active person who believed in the power of communities working together to bring forth positive change in the world. She was a State Leader for the Obama Campaign. Relatives, friends of the family, and members of the faith community are invited to celebrate her life on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at United Fellowship FGBC, 2401 Annette Street at 10:00 a.m. Visitation is from 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Bishop Tommie L. Triplett, Jr., her beloved Pastor, is officiating. Interment will be at Providence Memorial Park. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE. (504) 522-2525.

Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30, 2015.
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RIP Friend! My condolences to the family.

edith cates

March 9, 2015

We attended Green Jr high, and Cohen Sr
Together.No more tears,no more sadness.
Absent from the body present with the Lord. AMEN!

Keith Moore

February 5, 2015

We loved her but God loved her more. I will be praying for the family.

Shelita Gibbs

February 5, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about this unbearable loss. My condolences goes to all family and friends. CeeCee will be truly misses. Dee my prayers are with you Carol from Home Depot, Marrero

Carol Jackson

February 2, 2015

May God bless and keep the family at this time of sorrow. I am a former class mate of Celesia C/O of 1974(Walter L. Cohen).

Lydia Kelly-Washington

February 2, 2015

To my neices and nephew:
You have my deepest sympathy. May God watch and protect you and your family through these trying times. May the Lord bless you and keep you; and may the Lord's face shine upon you and be gracious to you. May the Lord give you peace.
Love you always,
Aunt Betty Lynn

Betty Le Blanc

February 2, 2015

The pain of losing will at times seem unbearable. May out Father in heaven give friends and family needed strength to endure the times ahead. (1 Cor. 10:13)

February 2, 2015

Words can not express my sorrow....but I know that God holds our hands and guides our paths. I am heart-broken, cousin. Auntie Evelyn and family; may God comfort and give you peace. Isiah 41:10.

Anna Evans-Mingo

February 1, 2015

And loving memory of my dear friend I will miss you .

Annie Robertson

February 1, 2015

Nicole and family I send my condolence from the bottom of my heart, i am so heartbroken because i did not know about my sister home going I love ya'll and I am praying for you all, such a great loss

judy riggins

February 1, 2015

Nicole & Family,

May you rest in knowing that the tears of sorrow you share today will one day be replaced by tears of joy whenever you think of the good times you shared with your mother.

Keep the Faith!

Vincent Sylvain

February 1, 2015

Nicole and Family,
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. May God give you the strength and comfort you need during this time. Remember to hold on to the memories and good times you guys shared with your mother and know she is truly resting in peace with the Lord.

James and Dionne Adams

January 31, 2015

To Peter & his family,
I pray for your guidance and strength during this difficult time. Remember to hold on to your many great memories & know that God is always with you. Peter, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Monica Clark

January 31, 2015

Charles.....cousin.....so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. I will remember to keep you and the family in my prayers. Please hold on to Matthew 5:4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.

Connie Payton

January 31, 2015

Please accept my sincere condolences and sympathy. This great woman was indeed a true servant of GOD. Her life has produced much good fruit. I am praying for your Comfort in this time of great loss. GOD bless you.

Catherine Moody

January 31, 2015

Dear Nicole
You and your family have my deepest and most sincere condolence.

May God bring you comfort knowing your mother enjoys enteral peace with our Heavenly Father in the Kingdom of Heaven.

Defillo Marlon

January 31, 2015

God has another beautiful Angel! Ferrand was such a beautiful soul. Full of inspiration & love! I'm going to miss her dearly. I'll always remember her beautiful voice as she often encouraged me! Rest well my wounded healer! Love u Nicole & family.

LaTanya LaBranch

January 31, 2015

Charles,
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We have known and loved you for many years. May the peace and love from our Lord and Savior give you and your family the strength to make it thru. Always remember earth has no sorry that heaven can not heal.

Love The Walker Family

Lawrence & Pamela Walker

January 31, 2015

Dear Nicole, Our hearts our broken over the loss of your mom. She was such a beautiful and sweet lady, always sincere and just had a lovely attitude toward everyone. We're going to miss her. May God bless your mom and her entire family. Gina and John

January 30, 2015

Elder Ferrand was a thoughtful and loving woman of God. May God strengthen and comfort your hearts during this time.

Elder Denise Mitchell

January 30, 2015

Nickie,
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the peace of God rest on the hearts of you and your love ones.
Roz Washington

Rosalind Washington

January 30, 2015

Nicole, May You & Your Family's Hearts Be Filled With Beautiful Memories Of Joyful And Happier Times With Mother Celesia, As You Celebrate A Life Well Lived. May GOD's Blessings Comfort You Always.

~ Kevin Dixon - Kenner, Louisiana

January 30, 2015

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

January 30, 2015

David Dennis

January 30, 2015

Extending our deepest sympathy from our family to the family of Elder Celesia Ferrand. May the God of peace comfort you during this difficult.

Elder Ferrand is resting peacefully in the Lord and may we someday join her on That Day!

We loved her but God loved her best. RIP Elder Celesia Ferrand!

Pastor Miles D. Spann/Minister Cheryl Spann

The Spanns

January 30, 2015

Ms. Cee was a very special lady with a very welcoming personality. Nicole, you and your family are in our prayers.

Tim Guillot

January 30, 2015

May God comfort you during these times. My condolences to the family. Rest in peace my former classmate !

Charles Noel

January 30, 2015

Dee, Sil, Kenneth, Mrs Evelyn and entire family know that you are all in my prayers. Know that Cee is with our Lord and Savior. Stay strong and keep the Faith. Love you all . Faith A. Riggins_Borne

Faith Riggins

January 29, 2015

Dr. Sheppard and Family,
May God hold you in his loving arms to support you through this difficult time. May you feel his peace and know your loved one will be taken care of for eternal life and that you may be reunited in time.

Dayle Guillory

January 29, 2015

Nicole and family,
Heartfelt condelences are extended from my family to yours. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Blessed are they who mourn, for you shall be comforted...

Dominique Bright-Wheeler, Esq

January 29, 2015

Extending my heartfelt sympathy to the family and praying GOD's comfort as you all go through this delicate time of your lives. Keep holding onto GOD's unchanging hands.

Dianne Moran-Burrell/WA-LO-CO Class of 73

January 29, 2015

Your mom was a true example of a "woman of God". Keep the torch going children.

Linda Favorite

January 29, 2015

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