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Irene Harden Obituary

Irene Russ Harden passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at the age of 88. She was born in Centreville, Mississippi. Irene Harden was a devout Christian and served the Lord at St. Philip Street Church of God in Christ until her departure from this life. She leaves to cherish her memories two loving sons: Frank James Harden (Annastasia) and Emmanuel Harden (Annabelle); two dedicated daughters: Gail Harden Alix and Galintha Thomas (Rahsaan); one sister Julia Russ; one godson Xavier Johns; nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Preceded in death by her parents Burrell & Barbara Ann Russ, husband Harry James Harden, Sr., three sons: Harry James, Randolph and Edwin Harden, one sister Felisha Matthews, one brother Albert Russ, one great grandchild, Harry Anderson and one great-great grandchild Ka'dhirol Harden. Relatives, family and friends are invited to attend the Homegoing Service at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, January 30, 2016 at St. Philip Street C.O.G.I.C, 1309 St. Philip St. NOLA 70116. Visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M. Elder William Lynch, officiating. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Park, Metairie LA. Online guestbook: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600. and Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jan. 28 to Feb. 4, 2016.

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Dione J. Herbert

January 22, 2025

Still missing you, my friend.

Gwendolyn Jones

January 29, 2020

Rip you're missed!!

gail matthews

January 30, 2016

We love you Irene. Rest in Peace. We will always love and remember your kind and humble heart

Sheardon/Kim Thomas

January 30, 2016

May the Lord continue to bless nd strengthen you family as Mth Harden had taken her flight to be with the Lord. Our prayers are with you all.

Kim Fernell

January 30, 2016

Gail, Mrs. Irene was always so kind to me. My thoughts are with you and your family. John 5:28. Kim Ferrell

Kim Fernell

January 30, 2016

Gail, Mrs. Irene was always so kind to me. My thoughts are with you and your family. John 5:28. Kim Ferrell

Sheila Franklon

January 30, 2016

Mrs. Irene you're gone but will never be forgotten. I will miss your smile and talks. The Lord has you now.RIP Angel. Always in my heart.

Dione Herbert

January 29, 2016

Harden Family, find comfort in the many sweet memories of your mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, cousin, etc., I will.

Leroy (Bookie) Mary Smith

January 29, 2016

Jesus is the Light of the word
may GOd gave the family peace in the heart
May God keep you a prefect peace

Gwendolyn Jones

January 29, 2016

Your presence we miss, yours memories we treasure, loving you always, forgetting you never, Ms Irene, Rip My Deep condolences to family & friends

Ylonda LONZO

January 29, 2016

*JESUS* is the LIGHT of the WORLD!!!! ..God bless your Spirit.

Jerilyn Hines

January 29, 2016

My condolences to the Harden family may the Lord give you strength during this difficult time

Trena Harden

January 28, 2016

Grandma, if I had one wish, it would be to kiss you and tell u how much I loved u one more time. Kiss everyone for me in heaven. I will always love you.

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