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Delisha Blackston Obituary
38, of Louisville died Sunday, June 21, 2015 at Norton Suburban.
She is survived by her husband, Michael Smith, children Dominic Forte and Ke'nisha Thornton, mother Anita Forte, sister Tracey Thompson, grandfather Marvin Forte and stepdaughter Meisha Smith.
Visitation is Thursday, 6:30-9pm at Burnett Avenue Baptist Church, 6800 S. Hurstbourne Parkway. Funeral is Friday, 1 pm at her church. Burial: Louisville Cemetery. W.T. Shumake & Daughters is in charge.
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Memories and Condolences
for Delisha Blackston
Keesha
June 18, 2024
My childhood friend!!! Continue to rest in perfect peace.
Latisha Firman
June 30, 2015
No more pain no more suffering may God Bless and keep this family in His arms
Dee Dee Robinson
June 28, 2015
Rest in Heaven... Beautiful. My prayers go out to your children as well as the family. #Teamleelee #Youwonthisvictory #Yougotyourwingsnow Love U
Portia Ashworth
June 26, 2015
My dear friend, you were such a joy to be around. Rest now, you are in good hands.
Our first laugh after our second chemo treatment....
Tondria Anderson
June 25, 2015
Hey Pinky Sister....we started our breast cancer journey together and this weekend...I will walk the cancer walk in your honor. I miss you so much
Wanda Johnson
June 25, 2015
Delisha, your 38 years of living spoke volumes of how many hearts you touched. I know you will hear him say "Well Done, my Faithful Servant ". I pray for comfort for your Mother, Children, family and loving friends.
Ticona Patterson
June 25, 2015
Sleep in Heaven my friend. You are so loved by many and an inspiration to any one you came in contact with. Sending my love and prayers to your family and all that knew Delisha. May God's perfect peace surround you all.
Angela Standard
June 25, 2015
Rest peacefully Angel. Praying for All who know and Love Delisha.
June 25, 2015
Delisha, you were a true EARTH ANGEL, now with a new set of wings. Your smile lit up a room, in which I will FOREVER remember! I know your light shines on in ALL OF OUR HEARTS. You will be missed...but NEVER FORGOTTEN!
Apryl Hatter 'CRAZY 8 TEAM'
Kierra Scott
June 25, 2015
My prayers go out to the family and I pray that you will be their guardian angel as you look down from above.
Larry and Shirley Hinkle
June 25, 2015
So sorry for the loss of your daughter!. Our prayers and blessings go out to you and your family!
Lorraine & Napoleon Dobbins
June 24, 2015
Delisha you will be truly missed. That beautiful smile and big bright eyes we not physically see, but will always remain in our eyes when we think of you constantly.
God seen you were tired and said it was time for you to rest. You fought a brave and great fight now is your victory. You are in the arms of the Father.
Lorraine and Napoleon Dobbins
Melanie Martin
June 24, 2015
Delisha,You had a positive mindset than most and hardly ever complained through your struggles. You are a very big inspiration to us all. We will miss your smile and positive attitude at work. You will be missed dearly. Praying for strength for your family and friends.
Neisha Watson
June 24, 2015
My prayers go out to the family of Delisha. She was an inspiration to anyone going through anything in their lives. I didn't know her personally but through other means I was blessed to witnessed her strength and I'm so glad to have known of her.
miah chatmond
June 24, 2015
R.I.p.baby girl god has a wonderful angel on his side!
Laurice Martin
June 24, 2015
You was a star that shine bright
You never stopped shining through it all. Your grace and pose sparkled. You showed many of us whom you never got to know how to shine and be a light. Although you will not be present in body, your spirit will always be with us. That spirit of joy, love, and purpose. For you truly was a child of the King and now he's called you home. Home to be at rest.
Now God cover her family with your love and peace. And thank you Lord for Delisha's life. She was a blessing too many.
Lisa Bertram
June 24, 2015
You will be TRUELY MISSED Luv....May GOD continue to have his arms wrapped around your babies....
Tracy Davis
June 24, 2015
Rest in perfect peace and love my beautiful friend. I'll truly miss you.
Alisha Mack
June 24, 2015
U will truly be missed my friend! U fought a great fight & gained what God had prepared for u. Rest with ur Heavenly Father till we meet again.
June 24, 2015
RIP,beautiful angel!Your fight motivated me. Love you!
Edith ( Britt ) McCord
June 24, 2015
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Stephanie riley
June 24, 2015
You we so sweet and your smile made the room light up. You will be missed. Rest in heaven.
The Hatchett family!
June 24, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the family Delisha was very kind and loving person.
Markeeta Buntin
June 24, 2015
My deepest condolences to your family! You certainly was a beautiful spirit and I KNOW you are resting COMFORTABLY with our Father! I love you Delisha!!
DeDee Downs
June 24, 2015
Delisha a beautiful person who I met 8 years ago. May God be with your family at this time of your loss, prayers to the family
Kamae Dixon
June 24, 2015
Dear God it's rare but I am at a loss for words. This just hit so hard. I know it's part of His plan and I'll leave it at that. Love you lady! Stay strong family for she is so worthy of your strength.
Shekura Thomas
June 24, 2015
I WILL truly miss your beautiful smile and loving heart baby sis..I know your with the LORD and your in NO more pain for I WILL see you AGAIN one day I LOVE you Lee Lee...
Janet Williams
June 24, 2015
The angels are rejoicing in receiving one of their own. May God bring peace to your soul, Anita. Prayers to the family. Love to you all.
Nicole thomas
June 24, 2015
Praying for the Forte family. God has another angel. Delisha will truly be missed. Her legacy will live on through others as she was a strong woman of God.
Dayle Goodwin
June 24, 2015
Heaven has gained another beautiful, spirit filled angel. Rest in peace Delisha. You, Ken and Twin keep the Newburg Youth Choir going in Heaven. My prayers go out to the entire family. God Bless You All
Ebony Edelen - Pryor
June 24, 2015
You will be missed Delisha!!!! I thank God that I had the honor and privilege of calling you my friend. You kept the faith and fought the good fight! All the pain and suffering is gone. To be absent from the body is to present with the Lord, and I know your spirit is rejoicing now. Take your rest my friend and I'll see you on the other side!
India Beasley
June 24, 2015
You were and always will be so inspiring. The attitude you kept through this fight was so courageous. You will always be missed, and more importantly, never forgotten!
Delisha Steed
June 24, 2015
You will be missed, Delisha. My thoughts and prayers are with your children and family.
Charlene Nix
June 24, 2015
I met you at work when we were at KKA. It was an honor meeting and working with you. We will forever miss you but YOU are truly the lucky one, being in the house of OUR LORD. God bless and rest peacefully sweet Angel.
Kamara Harris
June 24, 2015
LeeLee I will miss your beautiful smile and upbeat personality. I will continue to pray for your family.
Lauren Bolds
June 24, 2015
Had the pleasure of meeting u years ago . you where always smiling and had a great personality.sang with u in the NBY. RIH.STILL CANT BELIEVE YOUR GONE.keeping your family in my prayers
Demetria Pierce
June 24, 2015
I am really going to miss that smile. You could brighten up any room. You received your pink robe and your diamond and platinum crown. You are CANCER free!! You won this battle on earth!! I will miss you my friend!!
Val Watts
June 24, 2015
You will truly be missed. You have got your wings and heaven gained their angel back. Fly high sweetie. You have earned it. Kiss my son Jacari for me
June 24, 2015
Our friend Delisha, whom we had a pleasure meeting from our Master Life Class. You will be missed but not forgotten.
From the Steele Family
June 24, 2015
God Bless this family!!!
Melinda Baker
June 24, 2015
Praying for the family. We know and feel what you guys are going through.
Keesha Watson
June 24, 2015
My faithful friend. So kind... Kindred spirit....true believer, so strong! A smile that is so welcoming! Sleep in perfect peace! Thanking God for allowing our paths to cross in this life....save me a seat, until we meet again! I love you!
#Southern High School c/o 1995
Nikki Hayes
June 24, 2015
You will be truly missed. I'll be praying for your family.
Judy Thompson
June 24, 2015
Heaven was made more beautiful with the passing of Delisha.........(((((HUGS))))) and prayers to all those who loved her.
Sharita Drye
June 24, 2015
My sister and friend...we have been through some stuff together...But God! I know you are with peace but I can't stop crying since I found out..I'm just glad we talked on the phone for a while and the last thing we said to each other Love you my sister....Til we meet again YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN
June 24, 2015
Blessed are those that mourn for they shall be comforted. Praying for the family.
Jewel Thornton
June 24, 2015
I'm truly going to miss you my sister. I love you always and i promise to take care of my niece. Rest Easy Doll!
Latasha Gant
June 24, 2015
My friend Delisha miss you and love you...Gone but not forgotten...my Sistah Girl!!
Felecia McCadden
June 24, 2015
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Blazze
June 24, 2015
Another angel finds her place in heaven. Sleep in peace.
Tonia, Previn, Tre` & Toni
June 24, 2015
I love you like a cousin...you were truly a survivor and an inspiration to us all. Family you will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you during this most difficult time.
Yoni Howard
June 24, 2015
May GOD provide you all with a peace that goes beyond all understanding, Much Love!!!
June 24, 2015
I am truly going to miss my first neighbor and my singing and shouting alto singer. Praying for you all Anita
Deb Conley
Laverne Brasher
June 24, 2015
To the Family: I had the pleasure of knowing LeeLee through working with her. She had beautiful and sweet spirit. She was a fighter til the end. She had strong faith and belief in God and knew that he was going to make everything alright. GOD made everything alright....He called his sweet spirited Angel home to sit at his side. No more Doctors, Sickness, Pain and Suffering. She is resting in God's arms. She lifted my spirits when I went to see her. She gave me hope and inspiration because she never complained. She continued to trust in the Lord and that's all we can do through the days ahead. Hold to her legacy and memories. She was a great person and I'm glad I got to be a part of the "Sisterhood"(work group name). Rest on my Sister! U deserve your crown. Gonna miss you!
June 23, 2015
Praying for you Anita and family
Sisters in Christ!
Ra'Chelle Smith
June 23, 2015
You will be Truly Missed My Dear!
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