Lillian Marie Dale "Peanut" Bryant

Lillian Marie Dale "Peanut" Bryant obituary

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Lillian Bryant Obituary

BRYANT Lillian Marie "Peanut" Dale Bryant answered the call of her Heavenly Father to accept her wings on January 21, 2013. She was born on August 4, 1974 in New Orleans, La. She is survived by her parents Barbara and Bob Dale Jr., her husband Damond A. Bryant, her children Janesha L. Phipps, Damon A. and Danielle S. Bryant, her sisters Latoya Dale and Shantel (Nick) Wiltz, and her brother Bob Dale III. Mother in law Janice Bryant and father in law Kermit Williams, sister in law Krystilynn, Je'lasa and bother in law Kevin Williams Jr, her nieces and nephews: Niyelle Dale, Jamie, India, and James Jr. Debose, Nicholas Coco Jr. and Emerson Varnado Jr., Donnell and Da'nell Warren, Kayla, Keenan, Kourtney, and Koby Williams, Justin Armant and the late Darnell Warren Jr. She is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. She was a graduate of L. E. Rabouin Vocational High School class of 1992. She was employed by Hilton Hotels. She is preceded in death by her grandmothers Lillian W. Mearis and Mary Ella Dale. Her grandfathers Willie "Boss Hog" Mearis Sr. and Bob Dale Sr. and her sister Shameka Dale. Relatives, friends of the family, employees of New Orleans Hilton Riverside Hotel, United States Post Office Union 124, classmates of L. E. Rabouin Vocational High School, New Orleans Convention Center, and River Region Hospice House are invited to attend the Funeral Services Friday January 25, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. visitation 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. St. Jude Catholic Church 411 N Rampart St New Orleans, La. 70112. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery, New Orleans, La. Services entrusted to D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home 504-822-7162.

Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 22 to Jan. 23, 2013.
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May the angels wrap there arms around your family it is a symbol of your eternal love may your soul forever rest in piece amen

K Keelen

February 3, 2013

Peanut, Your beautiful smile will be what I will miss most. May God always watch over D and the kids. I will pray that the Holy Spirit will comfort them. I have been through major loss myself and God is the only one that they can turn too becuase the pain of losing you will be too hard to bare alone.

Damita Lucille W.

January 31, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Sharell Warren-Chase

January 30, 2013

You was known to many as Pnut, but to our little circle you was Lou. The friend/sister who jumped to the aid of others no matter the task. You was always ready to help, assist, or fight the battles other encountered. I'm so grateful we had the chance to express our love for each other before God called our angel home. Shan & I will continue to keep your memory alive as we share wonderful stories with each other and your kids. Thanks Lou for the many roles you played in our lives: friend, sister, comforter, counselor and now our personal angel. Take your wings and soar because you are a true Angel.

Shaniki Marcel

January 28, 2013

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January 28, 2013

You will be missed....love u nut!

Lavon Hamilton

January 28, 2013

God have called another one of his angel's home, "Peanut" was truly heaven sent. To Barbara Dale and family you have my deepest sympathy.

Edward Triggs

January 27, 2013

Barbara you and your family have my deepest sympathy but God needed an angle to. May God bless you.

Sandy Weaver

January 27, 2013

We extend our deepest prayers to your family. Your neighbors, the Sampson and Ferrand family

January 27, 2013

Beautiful person, she will be missed, we have a another angel watching over us as we struggle with life's changes.Barbara job well done with raising your girls.

Miss Carol Taylor-Blazio

January 26, 2013

Latoya, May God bless and keep u in your time of sorrow

David and Kathleen McGowan

January 26, 2013

To the williams and bryant family sorry for your you are in my prayers peanut was a wonderful person.

TANDY Green

January 26, 2013

Bob and Bobbie we are sorry to hear about the death of Peanut. She was beautiful. Our prayers are with the Dale and Bryant families love Deborah, Dannie and Lottie.

Karla Boykins-Omih

January 25, 2013

May the peace of the Lord be with the family. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers

Nancy Browder/ Luckett

January 25, 2013

Psalms 55:22 Cast your Cares on the Lord and he will sustain you he will never let the righteous fall.Rest in Peace...Oneal Materne

January 25, 2013

May God bless and keep you. Peanut has gone to a better place where she will suffer no more. She will always smile down upon you. I can't imagine how hard this must be, but please keep the faith.

Catherine & James Johnson

January 25, 2013

My heart is truly sadden. You faught a good fight. Take your rest Twin. I will always love and miss you.

Theron & Kay Everage

January 25, 2013

Peanut I'm still at a lost of words ! You truly was a beautiful person i'm just going to hold on to our good old Hilton Riverside Hotel Days we had, it was a pleasure to work with you and have you as a friend ,your battle is over sis God was ready for you, I pray that God gives your family and your beautiful kids the strength thats needed during these hard times R.I.P., Love FeFe

Felecia Melendez

January 25, 2013

Rest In Peace Lillian. Im greatful to have met you in 2012. I will always remember you as the most Supportive Parent Majorettes R Us has ever had. You were there on days that most of us would have decided that we would not attend. Praying for strength for your Family & Friends to get through such a hard time. Your lovely spirit will continue to live on through your Beautiful Children. God Bless the Bryant Family.

Majorettes R Us

January 25, 2013

May the Dale and Bryant families find peace and strength. Colton Jr. High classmate..

Beatrice Rayford

January 25, 2013

Damond, you and Peanut were like son and daughter to us. We loved you both with all of our heart. Peanut will be sadly missed by all of us. She is in a place where there is Peace and no mor pain. We pray that God gives you and your family the Strenght to get through this time of sorrow. We love you. Earl & Gail (mom and dad)

January 25, 2013

God is a good God!He takes only the best.Our condolences go out to the family on your lost. Curtis, Shean, Lil Jason Phipps,Shankia, Rankia Joseph, Lakyska Robinson

January 25, 2013

My heart is hearting to know that I have lost another one of my children. Peanut you know that I love you and will miss you just say hello to your cousin Julius for me. GOD wanted his angel to come home.

Love always

Auntie Penny

Penny Hall

January 25, 2013

Peanut you will be sadly missed by all that knew you and loves you, I know this world was a much better place with you in it. You have touched so my lives, we loved you, but God loves you best.. R.I.P.

Carolyn Marshall

January 25, 2013

To my lil sis you will be sadly miss. Your smile and your beautiful personality and the joyous feeling you bring when you're in the presence of someone can't be replaced. My heart goes out to all the family and will be in my prayers. I pray that you all be strong and keep her spirit alive. She will always be in my heart. God bless a true angel. Love Lucien

Lucien Fortune

January 25, 2013

I've never met a person that was the same 365 days a year. My heart is truly sadden. So rest on my sister. Love you always!!!

Daaron & Rita Victorian

January 25, 2013

I've never met a person that was always the same 365 days a year. I could not help but to have unconditonal love for you my sister. Your love will continue to grow in heaven, so rest on my sister.

Rita & Daaron Victorian

January 25, 2013

RIP Lillian... You were such a wonderful cousin to me. My prayers and condolences are with the Dale and Bryant family.

January 24, 2013

Alvin Jackson

January 24, 2013

Love you Muffin! Will miss your smile.

Kenya Adams

January 24, 2013

My heart is deeply saddened by your passing Lillian. For me to have known you is one of the best things to have happened in my life. You are an inspiration to me and so many others. You came into our lives in the Banquet Department and a light began to shine. That light was your smile. You lifted up everyone who came in contact with you. You always had a kind word and smile for all who came to see you in the Banquet office. If something was bothering us just to see you made the situation a better one without even saying a word; just your smile and kindness. You became so special to me. If ever there was an Angel you are certainly the best one. I will miss you so much. I will always remember how you were never to busy to greet everyone personally when we would come to see you in the office, even though we would come a bunch at a time. I will always always remember your smile and know it is a direct path to your very big and kind Heart. I Love you Lillian. You will never be forgotten. I will continue to keep your kids, husband, mom, dad, and the rest of your family in my Power Prayer Package.

Cheryl Joseph, Hilton Riverside Banquet Department

January 24, 2013

I cannot believe that My Sister is gone. Oh but you "fought a good fight, you have finished your course and you kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7
So Rest In Peace my dear sister I love you and I will truly miss you. You will continue to hold that special place in my heart. I will continue to pray that God be with your family during this difficult time.

Kerri Bouton

January 24, 2013

Keeping yall in my prayers. I will always remeber Peanut and miss her.

Beasley

Duane Beasley

January 24, 2013

I didn't know you personally, but your cousin Daphne is my best friend and I too take comfort in knowing that you are resting within God's arms. I pray that peace wraps itself around your family. My condolences to the Dale & Bryant Family.

Beverly Stanton

January 24, 2013

RIP Lillian... You were a such wonderful Daughter, Mother and friend. I was so blessed to have known you and worked with you at the Hilton Riverside for many years. Your personally and unconditional friendship was amazing! May our Lord watch over you and have you resting in his arms! Ms. Barbara and family I am so sorry for you loss, may God give you the strength... I will keep you all in my prayers...

Gary Calderon

January 24, 2013

Latoya,Sorry to hear about the death of your sister. You are in our prayer Terrance and Edwin

Terrance Franklin

January 24, 2013

Trust GOD ALWAYS!!!!!

Judith and Twin sister Joyce Holmes

Judith Bogen

January 24, 2013

RIP Lillian, fellow Falcon Class of 92. You were always a nice and kind person, so u will be sorely missed. To your husband, family, and kids, I say - Hold on to God's unchanging hands, he will see you all through.

Alonquin Brown

January 24, 2013

RIP friend, you are Dearly Loved and Truly missed.

Charlotte Green

January 24, 2013

My Heart Burns For Such A Lovely, Sweet, Sweet , Person Leaving This World!!!!

Martha Ann Barbarin

January 24, 2013

There are no words to express how I'm going to miss your beautiful smile and wonderful spirit. God got a beautiful angel, I love you lil sis, and my prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Love ya, P

La Tonya Radford

January 24, 2013

You will forever be missed, love you lillian.

Jessica Armour

January 24, 2013

Peanut, I still can't believe you are gone. You are in such a better place and I will miss you. I remember you coming into HR at the Hilton everyday with your smile and laughter. You will truly be missed.

Melinda Oates

January 24, 2013

God, Bless her Soul.

Ross Carter

January 24, 2013

An awesome person with a beautiful smile and epic personality. I will miss you terribly and love you in my heart always. Peace to your family. Love you Peanuts.

Marie McCrery

January 24, 2013

The World is a much sadder place without you miss you Lillian

January 24, 2013

I worked with Barbara at the hilton in the 80's. I meet peanut laterwhen i saw her she was Barbara all over for the longest i called hre lil barbarafor the longest. she worked in p.b.x. from then we adopted each other,i was teddie n she was my niece. she was a beauilful young woman always smilin.Iwant to say GOD is good all the time,GOD hold this family in your lovin arms.

vanessa crenshaw

January 24, 2013

My heart is full, but I know that earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. My prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time, but God will see you through.
Condolences

Lynn Christian Pittman

January 24, 2013

Lillian I am at a loss for words to express our sorrow. Even though we didn't know you as well as some of the other banquet staff you quickly occupied a special place in our hearts. Metin and I will surely miss your smiling face and wonderful attitude. To your family, I know you know already but, Lillian was such a special person, she fought the strongest fight I have seen. You must admire her courage and know how much she loved each and every one of you. She is not in pain anymore, she is at peace. Always feel her presence in everything you do she will be with you forever. You all definitely have a special angel watching over you. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you so that you can find peace in God's decision to take Lillian to him.
We will miss you Lillian, God blessed us with your friendship and that will never fade, we will remember you always.

Kris and Metin Akkaya

January 24, 2013

Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal R.I.P. Buddy. You will be truly missed.

J. Lundy

January 24, 2013

Luv u Peanut. I will miss u always. RIP & Jehovah God bless your family.

Robert Jones

January 24, 2013

John 14:1-4 “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. And you know the way to where I am going.”

You will truly be missed by all that were near and dear to your heart. I will continue to keep your children, husband, family and friends in my prayers. Take your rest Lillian, for you fought a good fight!!!

Kim Lawless

January 24, 2013

My Precious Cousin, It is so easy to wonder why such a loving person with such a beautiful spirit would be gone from us so soon. But we aspire to give God the praise and to thank Him for allowing you, His precious Angel, to walk amongst us for just a little while. We take comfort in knowing that our world was and always will be a much better place because of the 38 years that you were here. I am sure Heaven has received you with open arms. Until we meet again....

Daphne Dale

January 24, 2013

Love you cousin, you'll be missed !!!

Clyde Harrison Jr.

January 24, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Elisia Ross

January 24, 2013

Bob and Barbara, I am so sorry for you loss Peanut will be greatly missed I wish I could be there to comfort you. I love you both and I am here if you need me. Carl B.

Carl Boykins

January 24, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

LIZETTE HOLMES

January 24, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

JOHN JOHNSTON

January 24, 2013

Lou, You'll be missed. My sympathy goes out to your Family and Friends, for we know God has truly picked an Angel!!!!!

Donna Mitchell

January 24, 2013

May GOD shower your family and friends with his presence, I hope that those loving memories they've shared with you shall see them through.Although I haven't spoken with you since high school I will always remember your kindness, and sincerity, I hope your family will be at Peace knowing that you have left everlasting impressions on those that you have came across. Praying for restoration and release for your family...

andrea caston

January 24, 2013

REST IN PEACE MY FALCON SISTER YOU ARE GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN. GOD HAS ANOTHER VOICE TO HIS CHOIR

Norman Dragon JR

January 24, 2013

Peanut, words can't express the way I feel right now.....you will be truly missed. My condolences goes out to your family.

Tammy Mitchell

January 23, 2013

I really don't know what to say about your passing Peanut. I just thank GOD that He allowed our paths to cross and become friends. Never will I forget the craziness of high school,the walks to Canal St., or the friend you remained after graduation. Rest in Peace Lil.

Lucille Edwards-Johnson

January 23, 2013

Effie Johnson

January 23, 2013

A life well-lived leaves behind a beautiful banquet of memories. I rember Lillian or Peanut, for her smile, her laughter, for her joy for life for her family and for a very good friend. May we all find comfort that Peanut is now watching over all of us in banquet in heaven

Michael Warren

January 23, 2013

I will never forget you, Lillian and the memories we had. God bless you and your family. C/o 92

Joy Joseph

January 23, 2013

my beautiful niece "peanut",I am so proud of the times that we shared together. I give God the ultimate praise 0f giving a loving Angel like you to be my niece. I will always remember and love you.

Aunt Susan Dale

January 23, 2013

I'm truly at a loss for words. May God surround your family with peace and comfort. You beautiful spirit will be missed by many :-(

Keisha Clowers

January 23, 2013

Peanut was a great mother and a person you can look up to with pride. Many, many people will miss her . My world was a much better place knowing and working with such wonderful person. Rest in piece my dear, dear friend.

Kenneth Bearden

January 23, 2013

My Beautiful Niece "Peanut" I am so proud of the times that we shared together. I give God the ultimate praise of giving a loving Angel like you to be my Niece. I will Always Remerer...love you.

Susan Dale

January 23, 2013

So sorry and hurt to lose such a nice young women who had become like a daughter to us. Love you Damond and your children you guys are our family. We are here for you .
Edward (Papa) and Janet (Mama)

Edward & Janet Williams

January 23, 2013

R.I.P my beautiful cousin

Tawana Dale

January 23, 2013

R.I.P my beautiful cousin

Tawana Dale

January 23, 2013

Thru all, comfort yourself in Jesus' arms. For she is resting with her Father and all is well.

Frances Kavanaugh-Smith

January 23, 2013

Lillian was a very special lady. I feel so grateful to have known her while I worked with her at the Hilton. Rest in peace Peanut. You were an angel here on earth, and we were all so very blessed to have you with us.

Kelly Grant

January 23, 2013

My sympathy goes out to Lillian's family,I'll always remember her as a very kind person,as long as I can remember ,Lillian had a great spirit and was always nice to everyone she encountered with,she will never be forgotten.God Bless.

Tessa DeBose

January 23, 2013

My dear classmate Lillian, you were so beautiful inside and outside. Always had a smile on your face. I remembered in high school/nursing school how we all used to laugh and clown around. You had such a beautiful spirit all the time. God has a plan for us all and his plan for you has come. Lillian rest in peace my friend. You are God's sweet angel ;(

*Love you Peanut*

Chantel Pate

January 23, 2013

Words can not express the way I'm feeling right now .Peanut I will always remember your beautiful smile may you rest in peace until we meet again...

Glenda La-La Chaney

January 23, 2013

I will miss you so much, rest in peace.

Steph Henry

January 23, 2013

I met Lillian through my daughter Shantrell, she is one of the most caring and thoughtful women I have ever known, I thank GOD I was able to visit her New Years Day ,"I was so very thankful just to be there, "Heaven has acquired another Angel, may the LORD continue to Bless the family during their time of sorrow and always. (Ms. Sherrie Neal)

Sherrie Neal

January 23, 2013

I will miss you more than words could ever express. You are one of the kindest, open hearted, loving, caring persons I have ever met. I'm so thankful you became a part of my life. May the Lord keep you close to him always. With love..... Ms. Monica

Monica Davis

January 23, 2013

to the family thinking of you in your time of loss and praying you will find comfort in the loving memories you carry in your heart

gloria holly

January 23, 2013

GLAD TO HAVE KNOWN SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SPIRITED PERSON. EACH TIME I THINK ABOUT HER I FEEL LUCKY TO HAVE MET HER. MAY GOD FOREVER BLESS YOU & WATCH OVER YOUR FAMILY. STAY STRONG BARBARA. SHE'S AT PEACE NOW. ROSALYN BROWN

January 23, 2013

REST IN THE PEACE AND THE ENTIRETY GOD HAS PRESERVED FOR YOU. YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL PERSON AND A SWEET LADY I WILL MISS YOU BUT YOUR SPIRIT LIVES WITHIN ME I TREASURE THE TIMES WE SHARED AT WORK AND I PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY IN THIS SAD TIME AND LET MY TEARS RUN WITH THEIR . MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR SOUL MISSING YOU AS THE REST OF THE WORLD IS LOVE ALWAYS LAVELIS YOUR CO-WORKER (RIP) REST IN PEACE PEANUT !!!!!!!!!

LAVELIS FOUNTAIN

January 23, 2013

Rest in Paradise Peanut from your Co-worker from the Hilton Lil Corey as you called me you will be truly missed by me. You gone but never will be forgotten..

Corey Lewis

January 23, 2013

An angel has been called home. I know you are in a place where there is no pain or sorrow. Words can't express how much I am going to miss you and your smile. I will forever keep you in my heart. Love you always cuzin.

Joycelyn Henry

January 23, 2013

My deepest sympathy will always have your kids at heart. I've known you for years through a very close friend and cousin.. You were a terrific mom and good-friend you will be truly missed.. I know that you are at Peace and May God continue to watch over your kids and family..God Bless You!!!

Sharone Martin(NuNu)

January 23, 2013

My deepest sympathy will always be with your kids at heart.. I've known you for years through a very close friend and cousin, you were a very good mom and friend..You will be truly missed by family and friends... God will continue to watch over your children.. God Bless You!!!

Sharone Martin(NuNu)

January 23, 2013

To Barbara Dale and family..My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow..May your memories bring you comfort..Hold on to gods unchanging hands and he will see your through..R.I.P "Peanut"..God loves you best..

Ms Geraldine Williams

January 23, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Kevin & Ava Noten

January 23, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Bryant and Dale family

Stephanie Dejan

January 23, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

joyce landry

January 23, 2013

may you rest in peace

M. B Allmon

January 23, 2013

sleep on sweet child,until we all meet again.ava noten sister.

ernestine bacchus

January 23, 2013

I enjoyed growing up with you...and your family.

Gicanda Anderson

January 23, 2013

My dear Lou, 23 years of love, laughter and sisterhood. I will miss you dearly my sweet Lou, I love you so much. I'm at peace remembering our conversation on November 8, 2012. I will forever hold on to those memories. I know you were tired, and God has taken a beautiful Angel. No more pain and suffering. I know you wouldn't want me to cry, but it hurts so bad Lou. You will forever be missed, by me, brother Hardy, Garie, Darnell and Trae'. We love you always.

Shantrell Gilmore-Bowie

January 23, 2013

Lillian you were truly a beautiful person inside and out God has taken a beautiful Angel home.
L.E. Rabouin c/o 92

Phyllis Berden-Stone

January 23, 2013

May God bless and keep your family I love you so much Peanut
Sleep my angel, I know you will always be watching over us

C Woods

January 23, 2013

Words cannot describe how beautiful of a person Lillian is inside of out. My prayers and deepest sympathy goes to Lillianls family and friends.

XOXO

Crystal Divinity

January 23, 2013

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