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Willie Mae Seaton
1914 - 2015
Willie Mae Seaton
1914 - 2015
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BORN
1914
DIED
2015
Willie Mae Seaton Obituary
Family friends confirmed that Seaton died Saturday. She was 99.
Seaton managed Willie Mae's Scotch House in New Orleans for decades before her health declined and her great-granddaughter, Kerry Seaton-Stewart, took over. Oxford, Mississippi-based City Grocery Chef John Currence helped Seaton rebuild after Hurricane Katrina. Currence said Seaton had severe respiratory issues over the last couple of months.
Currence says Seaton's food was uncomplicated and recalled whenever he ate at the restaurant, it always felt like he was sitting at his grandmother's kitchen table.
Seaton's cooking earned her the James Beard America's Classic Award in May 2005.
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93 Entries
Shirley B. Love
October 27, 2015
Dear Family
GOD and his crew will forget about the Daniel Fast when Mrs. Willie arrive there. OOPS! There goes their diet. I lived in Michigan until 2011, my mom needed me, I moved home to Natchitoches Louisiana. I wrote down places to go and people to see, Mrs Willie were on my list. I just read tonight she left this earth for the heavenly peace. She will be missed always. I don't know how to visit without seeing her. I will share with you, memories last a lifetime and after. Never forget the memories, you will hear her words in your ears.
Remember the MEMORIES
Shirley B. Love
Jackson, Michigan now Natchitoches Louisiana
Malachi 3:16
October 4, 2015
Condolences to the Family of Ms. Willie Mae Seaton -
Each of us will always hold a special place in our hearts and tummy's for Ms. Seaton. Through your tears of grief, please draw comfort in knowing that she is in God's memory. She spent a lifetime making a good name for herself. She will forever be remembered. May her accomplishments and fine reputation also be written in God's "book of remembrance the most important book of all!
October 2, 2015
Our condolences to Willie's family. Apocalipsis 21:3;4
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Akinom L. Lahsram International Philanthropy
October 2, 2015
A Life well lived to be celebrated.
All praise and thanks be to Almighty God.
D. Sample
September 30, 2015
Condolence to the family of Ms Willie. May fond memories of her continue to linger in your heart and may the God of comfort, comfort you during this difficult time.
September 29, 2015
I use to work in the record business and loved coming to Willie Mae's and seeing her and Lillie in the kitchen and they always were so kind and the food was always made with so much love-She will be deeply missed, my sympathies to the family.
May
September 28, 2015
With deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. May it comfort you to know that she will return to the days of her youthful vigor as promised at Job 33:25.
September 28, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly." -
Velma
September 28, 2015
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Ms. Willie Mae will be missed. May the family find comfort in the knowledge that our caring God helps us through times of sorrow.
Nancy Cromwell
September 28, 2015
I am sorry to hear of the loss of this well established individual. She will be missed. May the God of all comfort (Psalms 83:18) be with your family at this time. Please take care.
September 27, 2015
Deepest condolences to the Seaton family. May her light continue to shine through all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Brenda Berniard
September 26, 2015
Rest On In Heaven.
sherry madding-carson
September 26, 2015
Eddie &Charlie and other family members..you have my deepest sympathies
September 26, 2015
Please accept my deepest sympathy. May you continue to cherish the precious memories of this amazing women. May the God of all comfort give you the courage and strength to endure.
Ally
September 26, 2015
To the Seaton Family
A Christian leaves a legacy through their faith that does more than points us back to a wonderful life remembered. It also points us forward in hope to an amazing celebration that is yet to come.
When someone you lose becomes a "Memory", the memory becomes a "Treasure".
May Ms. Willie Mae always be treasured!
With deepest sympathy,
Errol & Claudia
Saint Ann Street neighbors (1971-82)
September 26, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy go out to the seaton family and friend I that promise found in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort knowing that there is a future foe the one we loss in death can be so reassuring
Connie
September 26, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear loved one,My thoughts and prayers are with the Family and Friends.
Edison Paredes
September 26, 2015
Sorry for your loss.
May the hearer of prayer comfort you at your time of distress. Psalms 65:2 y 102:1.
~CJ
September 26, 2015
May the Most High,s(Psalm 83:18) tender mercies console your grief and heal your pains (1Cor15:21,22)
RDR
September 26, 2015
My condolences to the seaton family:
It's a stressful time to lose a loved one in death. As the day's go by and you have time to rest, Please find comfort in John11:11-14 &25.
May God (Ps 83:18) give you peace.
Eric M
September 25, 2015
May God bless the efforts she had made to make people happy, not only through food, but also experiencing good times. I pray that the family has their time to grieve during this difficult time and that they remember what God's word says in 1 Corinthians 15:54 where it says that death will be no more! Please pray that that hope will be here soon and we will all see our loved ones.
Corliss Truehill
September 25, 2015
Rest on Mrs Willie Mae you will find peace on the other side.
September 25, 2015
You have our most heartfelt condolences. Please remember that you're not alone and that you're surrounded by people who love you and care for you.
Newman & Patricia Johnson
September 25, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
The Davis Family
September 25, 2015
Our deepest condolences for your family. May your loving memories hold close in your heart and God's love give you peace and comfort. (Psalm 83:18)
Glenn Brousseau
September 25, 2015
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
September 25, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Gayle Stephens
September 25, 2015
Your family has our deepest sympathy.
Kay Smith
September 25, 2015
May God Bless the Legacy of Miss Willie Mae Seaton: Wonderful person, wonderful food, great establishment - everyone loved her. So proud she was a New Orleanian and we had her in our great city for all these years cooking her heart out for all of us!!! To God be the Glory and may he continue to Bless her family and her great legacy.
Ms. Flonnie Taylor
September 25, 2015
Sincere Condolences To The Seaton Family,
I hope you have peace and comfort and strength to face the sad days ahead. And loving memories of Willie Mae Seaton to carry you through your grief.
With Loving-Kindness and Comfort,
Sarah E
September 25, 2015
Well done God's faithful servant-now is your time to rest. Through the love of God and good food so many different people from all walks of life were joined together in perfect peace and harmony.
Janine Brumfield
September 25, 2015
'Ma" as some of us affectionately called you will be sorely missed!! Even though you weren't there the last few visits we knew you were close. Your presence will surely be ever-present now...God Bless your legacy!!!
Forever in our hearts...Neenie, Robbie & family!
Anonymous
September 25, 2015
Our sympathies to the family...
Guy Williams
September 24, 2015
You are loved by the world and we will miss you. You deserve your rest. Blessings to the Family.
nadia humble
September 24, 2015
I'm praying for her family
September 24, 2015
Mom you were awesome. As you would call me and Ron; Your boys from across the river. We will always remember you. with love your boys. Melvin and Ron.
September 24, 2015
May the God of all comfort be with the Seaton family during this difficult time. I hope that the support and comfort you receive from family and friends will carry you through this grieving time. Rom.15:33
Christine Roybiskie
September 24, 2015
Best fried chicken. Had a chance to visit the new restaurant on St. Charles, food was awesome!!!
May she R.I.P.
Carol Dell
September 24, 2015
To the Family of Mrs. Willie Mae Seaton,
To God be the Glory! Mrs. Willie Mae has served her time; she served time for 99 years. Oh, Precious One, you called her on home to be with you...Glory to Your Awesome Name!
Sleep on Mrs. Willie Mae!
Rena Tucker
September 24, 2015
May u rest on with the King, u will be missed to so many people,may the family have peace and comfort knowing you in a peaceful place. God bless Love much
September 24, 2015
Sorry for your loss. May the "Peace of God"(Phillipians 4:6,7) be with you as you cope with such sorrow.
kirk Lee
September 24, 2015
I am very sorry for your loss.
May God be with in your time of sorrow.
Wanda Valteau-Robinette
September 24, 2015
Lived in area proud to say I would visit Miss Willie Mae she has made a great impact with he's famous fried chicken. She will be truly missed. To family you have my sincere condolences.
Teddous Rosemore
September 24, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Debra Britt
September 24, 2015
Ronnie Seaton Sr. & Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. May her spirit lift and provide you with all the love, comfort and strength you need to get through a new day
September 24, 2015
To The Seaton Family,
I'm sorry for your loss and may the lord give you strength always as you continue your journey on this earth, the road may seem tough or rough at times just press through one day at a time. Good Bless and stay strong with love
September 24, 2015
To The Seaton Family,
I'm sorry for your loss and may the lord give you strength always as you continue your journey on this earth, the road may seem tough or rough at times just press through one day at a time. Good Bless with love
Eddie & Shelia Harris
September 24, 2015
Our Most Deepest Condolences To The Family.
ep
September 23, 2015
Words can not feel what in my heart when we can not see our love one again but God can bring us comfort.at Romans15: 5
September 23, 2015
May God provide an abundance of peace
and comfort to strengthen and sustain
you now and in the days to come. May
the love and support from family and
friends be a source of encouragement
and strength.
MELVIN FRANKLIN
September 23, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
T Griffin
September 23, 2015
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.
ELIZABETH- VALTEAU RENARD
September 23, 2015
TO CHARLES AND EDDIE AND THE FAMILY , YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Clint & Susan Hatton
September 23, 2015
RIP Mrs. Seaton. We made it a must to stop by your restaurant whenever we visited NOLA.
PAT BOHANNON
September 23, 2015
MY PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY
September 23, 2015
Sending sincere condolences to the Seaton family. Psalm 147:3.
September 23, 2015
Dear Seaton family, I'm very sorry for your loss. God bless, from Cort in NY
September 23, 2015
" Precious in the sight of The Lord is the death of His saints." Psalm 116:15
Dear family, our Lord has promised to be with you always. He loves you. Call on Him for your peace, your strength, your comfort. He is faithful to His Word and to fulfill His promises.
Walk forever in His love,
Ed and Frances Ventress, FABC
Lavonne
September 23, 2015
To the Season family,
I would like to extend my condolences and mày the the God of all comfort, comfort you all during this time.
September 23, 2015
May God bless the Seaton Family at this difficult time and bring you comfort as you recall the many happy memories that you shared with Ms. Willie Mae. I look forward to a better life for all of us at a better time! (Matthew 6:10)
Debra Jones
September 23, 2015
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE F A M I L Y.
Debra n David former Neighbors on Bonita Dr
Nikki
September 23, 2015
My sympathy to the family and friends of Ms. Willie Mae Seaton. Ms. Seaton certainly would be the epitome of strength as Psalms 90:10 describes. May the God of comfort be with you all during this difficult time.
Nancy Dixon
September 23, 2015
Heard this LOVELY LADIES STORY about her restaurant on television. Her SMILE the TWINKLE in her eye and her JOY WAS EVIDENT!! RIP Ms Seaton "WELL DONE"
Doris Tutor
September 23, 2015
I got to visit the restaurant this summer in New Orleans for my birthday.The food was Awesome!!
Mia
September 23, 2015
To the family,
I send my condolences. As you cope with the loss of your dear loved one, remember that God is always here to help you.- Philipians 4:6,7. May he give you peace.
Rick Wilson
September 23, 2015
To the SEATON FAMILY in their time of grief, I heard she was a great chef, however I'm truly sorry for your loss. Drawing close to 'God' at this difficult time will comfort you. (James 4:8)
September 23, 2015
My prayers are with you and your family. Please accept my condolences.
September 23, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Willie Mae I know that it is a great loss to you and your family may god be with you and your family during this time of loss but remember all the good times and that you have another guardian angel watching over you may god bless you and your family you will be in my thoughts and prayers sincerely Ernest from missouri
September 23, 2015
May the God of all comfort and peace be with your fond memories of Willie Mae.
September 23, 2015
Saddened to hear of your loss. May loving memories and prayers comfort loved ones.
September 23, 2015
Although I never met Mrs. Willie Mae Seaton, you can tell that she had a great talent and the skills in the culinary arts. Many were fortunate to enjoy her food, and her company for so long. I know that words itself cannot take away the pain of losing your loved one, but I know that our Heavenly Father, the One who grants the strength and comfort to those with a broken heart, can place His eyes upon her family to help them endure - Psalms 102:17. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss, I can only imagine how hard loosing a mother, a friend, and a grandmother could be.
Dwayne Bickham,Sr.
September 23, 2015
In God's care rest in peace
norman hudson
September 23, 2015
rip dear
Artis.ACHudson.Sr
September 23, 2015
God bless, Mrs Willie Mae soul. With deepest sympathy and condolences. Family, customers and those she touched.
Betty Walker
September 23, 2015
GOD BLESS you MS.SEATON 99 years you say. Now life starts with JESUS. you earned it sweet lady, RIP we will miss your fried chicken.
A P
September 22, 2015
My condolence to the family, May you find comfort in knowing that your love one is resting in the God's memory. Psalm 68:20.
Pastor Cynthia Toney
September 22, 2015
Bro. Kenneth Guillemet,
We, the True foundation Evangelistic Ministries, would like share with you that our prayers are with you and your family during this time. It is forever etched in our memory the love and admiration you shared from your heart when you talked about your grandmother. One thing for sure, she certainly passed on that gift of cooking to you and in doing so, we have all shared in one of her most precious gifts. May God be your comfort and strength. We Love you.
September 22, 2015
God's speed, sweet lady. Enjoy your mansion in the Father's house. You earned it.
September 22, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Scott Chamberland
September 22, 2015
Rest in Peace
Mary Green
September 22, 2015
RIP
JMC
September 22, 2015
Rest in peace in God's memory.
G Scribner
September 22, 2015
Willie Mae was truly a New Orleans legend who's food added to the ambiance of that great city. We all will miss her greatly. To her loving ( well fed ) family : please take comfort from these trustworthy, reliable true words : " Your dead will live. My corpses will rise up. Awake and shout joyfully ,you residents in the dust! "......." At that time the eyes of the blind will be opened. And the ears of the deaf will be unstopped. Isaiah 35:5 ; 26:19 .
Adrian Barnette
September 22, 2015
We'll miss you !
September 22, 2015
As you mourn the death of your loved one,may God touch your lives in a way that truly soothe your heart and give you peace.......Matt.5:7.....
September 22, 2015
She is going to make the best fried chicken in heaven for Jesus.....may you rest in peace Willie......Joanne and Chuck
September 22, 2015
Miss willie Mae left a wonderful legacy for us to enjoy. Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Dee
September 22, 2015
An American Legend and Hero because of hurricane Katrina she came back with the strength to open up her kitchen for New Orleans.She didn't give up.
R.I.P.
Wilson
September 22, 2015
May the God of all comfort be with the family in your time of your sorrow.
September 22, 2015
God Blessed Mrs.Seaton with a good life. May she rest in peace.
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