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Lonnie Moore
November 30, 2015
Martha Jane & Fred,
I served at Grace King High School in the 1970s & 1980s, and have wonderful memories of working with your mother.
Sincerest sympathy to you and yours.
November 14, 2015
Martha ,
Our prayers are with you and your family in this most difficult time . I remember your Mom as being such a sweet caring lady .
Pam & Billy Wallace
Beth Scalco
November 13, 2015
Ms. Rivette was always an encouragement and a friendly face when we went to Harahan church. She loved to visit with my boys and always had a kind word for me. She loved the children. Thank you for so much, you are missed. Until we meet again in Paradise!
Evelyn and John (Cruse)Blanchard
November 13, 2015
Dear Freddie and family, Evelyn and I are sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. She was a good friend and always a quick wit. We will keep her and ya'll in our prayers.
Dawn Avocato Oddo
November 13, 2015
Martha Jane and Fred, (we went to Kenner Jr. High together and I was in the band with Martha Jane), I'm sos sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I will always remember her as a woman full of compassion, and recall how much fun she was away from "work." I had occasion to run into her in the mall and other places after graduation from GKHS, and she would ALWAYS ask how I was doing and we would reminisce on fun things that happenend. She remembered my mom ( from parent meetings and functions at Kenner Jr. High) where they were "just' parents of students. She loved you both so much and I pray that you will be comforted in knowing she is at peace and had such a POSITIVE impact on so many lives. Most Sincerely,
Irene Lunkin
November 13, 2015
Joe and the Rivette Family: May your faith get you through the days ahead. I am genuinely sorry to hear of your loss. Mrs. Rivette was a very kind person. Her presence will be missed at the Library Board meetings.
Kathy & James Kelly
November 13, 2015
Martha Jane we're so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. You and your family are in our prayers.
Glenda April Castro
November 13, 2015
I am one of the many students from Grace King who remember Mrs. Rivette. I graduated in 1974 and she was one of the Administrators at that time. I look back with very fond memories of those years. GKHS, because of Mrs. Rivette and Velma Kemp, was the finest school in Louisiana under their tutelage. I was one of those to be blessed with their devotion.
Mike Thiac
November 12, 2015
Margaret Thatcher once said, "Being a leader is like being a lady. If you have to say you are, you're not." Florence Rivette was never question on either point. RIP Mrs Rivette. Tens of thousands of men and woman are better because of your work
Judith Arseneaux
November 12, 2015
Ms. Flo will be greatly missed at church. I loved looking out from the piano bench to see her and Mr Joe sitting there in the congregation. I missed them when they were not there. I will miss you Ms. Flo, but will see you on the other side. Hope she is enjoying some lively toe tapping gospel music! I know she has touch the lives of so many. Glad she was able to touch mine.
Kim (Mullen) Lamb (Class of 1982)
November 12, 2015
She was a wonderful principal and mentor to the youth. May the soul of the faithfully departed rest in peace and perpetual light shine on her face.
Christopher Baker
November 12, 2015
Mrs. Rivette was an awesome principal. The culture at Grace King during her tenure was better than most private and Catholic schools at that time. I remember those years of my life as being some of my favorite. She will be missed.
Leigh Barton
November 12, 2015
Florence was a loving lady, the kindest friend, and an outstanding educator. This will be her legacy. May Martha Jane, Fred, and Joe find comfort in the loving memories of her beautiful life.
Becky & Kenny Heggelund
November 12, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of Ms. Florence's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Gigi Bisso - St. Philip
November 12, 2015
What a wonderful principal thru my years at Grace King. Flo (she gave me the look every time I called her that)was the most involved, caring, fun lady to have known in my younger life. May she rest in peace and her family find prayers and support thru this sad time.
Lorie, Man Jared and ME ME Viola
November 12, 2015
We will miss her so much she was a wonderful woman and taught me so much! We are truly going to miss her.
DEE PEACOCK
November 12, 2015
I WILL REMEMBER HER WITH MUCH LOVE. HER SMILE AND KIND WORDS MADE MY DAYS AT GRACE KING ONES I HOLD DEAR TO MY HEART.
Pam Routt
November 12, 2015
Fred and Sheri, sorry to see the passing of Fred's Mom, "Blessed are those who are called home to be with the Lord". Sending prayers for you both through this sorrowful time. Take care, think of you both often.
Diane Landry
November 12, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Eric Mullin
November 12, 2015
Mrs. Rivets was very nice to me during my years at GKHS in the mid 80's. My mother ran into her years later and she asked how I was doing. Just a very nice lady.
Kathy Willmott
November 12, 2015
She was a tough but fair disciplinarian who also had a great sense of humor. She was truly a wonderful person and was deeply respected by her Grace King Kolleens. My condolences to her family Rest in peace Mrs. Rivette. Shamrocks to you.
Melissa Wilson GKHS Class of 79
November 12, 2015
Prayers of condolence to the Rivette family. Ms. Rivette was a great principal.
November 11, 2015
Best Principal GKH ever had. She was a delight and very well respected by the students, parents and staff.
RIP Mrs. Rivette
Stephanie Jennings Kellar
Class of 1978
November 11, 2015
So sorry to hear of Ms. Flo's passing. Such a wonderful neighbor. Prayers lifted for you all as you celebrate her beautiful life.
Suzie, Sarah and Craig
Brigette McCain
November 11, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.. Martha Jane and Fred... Please know she is forever in your hearts.... Sending my love and many prayers...
November 11, 2015
Florence was my colleague at Loyola University and I admired and respected her so much,
Jane C. Chauvin, Ph.D.
November 11, 2015
Mr. Joseph Simpson and the Rivette Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family. Flo and Jo were the perfect neighbors. They were always so considerate of others. She was like my neighborhood watch. We will miss her dearly. She was an amazing lady and shared her talents with all of those around her. Mr. Jo, we are here for you whenever you need anything. Love, The Darwin Damily
Kathy Matthews Buddy
November 11, 2015
Martha Jane and Fred,
My thoughts and prayers are with and your families. I have fond memories of both your Mom and Dad and I am so sorry for your loss.
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