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Olga Marsalis Obituary

Olga H. Marsalis entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 8, 2018. Devoted wife of the late Joseph B. Marsalis. Loving mother of Angela Marsalis, Beverly Marsalis, Edward K. DeGreat and the late Joseph V. DeGreat. Daughter of the late Edward Hickman and Evelyn Johnson Hickman. Sister of Marion Daniels, Zelma Lockett (George), Lois (Ronald) Brumfield, Claudette Caire, Alton (Athalia), Troy (Mechelle) and Gregory (Kathy) Hickman of Ponchatoula, LA and the late Gayle Williams, Sandra Hickman, Edward Jr., Anthony and Roy Hickman. Sister in law of Junius Williams and Joyce Hickman. Grandmother of Ashley, Darrell and Joseph Marsalis and the late Milton and Tony Marsalis. Great grandmother of Joseph, Darrell and Connor. Devoted Loved ones, Catrina Keeler and Darrell Mitchell. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends, also pastor, officers and members of Progressive Baptist Church and neighboring churches and employees of LSU Medical Center are invited to attend the funeral service on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at Progressive Baptist Church, 1214 S. Robertson Street beginning 11 am. Rev. Willie Gable Jr., D. Min., pastor officiating. Church visitation 10 am until service time. Professional Services Entrusted to: LITTLEJOHN FUNERAL HOME, 2163 Aubry Street, Cal K. Johnson, Funeral Director/Manager, Info: (504) 940-0045

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Oct. 15 to Oct. 19, 2018.

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Sheila Peterson

October 20, 2018

Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Auntie Olga. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Be blessed

Sheila Peterson

October 20, 2018

Family,
I'm so sooty to hear about Auntie Olga. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Be blessed

Ms White

October 20, 2018

To Marsalis Family
I was very saddened to hear of Mrs Olga passing. Working with her at LSU was a pleasure. My fond memories of her she didn't bite her tongue but, she always had a pleasant word and a loving attitude with everyone . Just a lovely personality, She will truly be missed. Keeping your family in prayers.

Corey Taylor

October 20, 2018

You will be missed rest in peace Ms Olga

BRUNETTA SMITH EDWARDS

October 19, 2018

To The Marsalis and Hickman Family,
A Good heart has stopped beating, A Good soul ascended to heaven. I am sadden by the passing of OLGA. May GOD of all, comfort and strengthen your family during this time of sorrow.

BUNNY
CO WORKER (LSU)

October 19, 2018

I'm so sorry to hear about Ms Olga. I worked with her at LSU for years. She was such a beautiful Lady. My prayers go out to her family.

Rev. Anthony Cooper

October 19, 2018

Missed by many. Loved by all.

October 18, 2018

Sorry for your loss, may God's love comfort and help you through this difficult time. 1 Peter 5:6,7

Yvette Marsalis

October 18, 2018

tho we didn't visit often, I remember Olga as a straight forward honest person who spoke the truth regardless.The memories of your mother will live on forever in your hearts.

Lana Holden

October 18, 2018

My Deepest Sympathy to the Marsalis family, I met your mother years ago when she would patronize the bread store or sometimes just stopping to say hello, she will be missed,my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family

Sharon Frank

October 17, 2018

Praying for the family as you celebrate a life well lived.

Carla Taylor

October 17, 2018

May all the good memories bring you much comfort.

T Hines

October 16, 2018

Please accept my sincere condolences, May the love of family and friends comfort you through your grief and days ahead, let loving memories of Olga warm your heart Isaiah 61:1,2 "God binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn."

Jean Callahan Gordon

October 16, 2018

So sorry for your loss. Love you all

October 15, 2018

Sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May God comfort each of you during your time of mourning and during the days ahead.

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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Progressive Baptist Church

1214 S. Robertson Street, LA 70119

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11:00 a.m.

Progressive Baptist Church

1214 S. Robertson Street, LA 70119

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