Photo courtesy of McKneely Funeral Home - Amite
Amite, Louisiana
May 27, 1933 – Sep 5, 2020 (Age 87)
A resident of Amite, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2020 at her home. She was born May 27, 1933 in Jackson, AL and was 87 years of age. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Amite and was the former director of the First Baptist Church Day Care. She is survived by her daughter, Bess Kolwe and husband, Mark; son, Donald Houeye, Jr.; 3 grandchildren, Nikki Lombardo and husband, Joey, Corie Downing and husband, Ross, Staci Barnes and husband, Kenny; 5 great-grandchildren, Ella, Emilia, and Elliott Lombardo and Trace and Grace Downing; sister, Carrol Bedwell. Preceded in death by her husband, Donald Kenneth Houeye, Sr.; parents, Lillie and Sol Lee Fleming; sisters, Clair Gunter and Nelda Fleming; brothers, Sol, Francis, Pomroy, and Clifton Fleming. Visitation at First Baptist Church, Amite, from 2:00PM until religious services at 3:00PM on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. Services conducted by Bro. Dennis Walker. Pallbearers will be Joey Lombardo, Ross Downing, Elliott Lombardo, Kenny Barnes, Cody Walker, and Richard Kilpatrick. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Read MoreMrs. Bess, Donnie, and family, I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Gloria's passing. She was always a very sweet lady. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Susan Champlin
September 09, 2020 | Amite, LA | Student
Bess, Donnie, Nikki, Corie & Staci,
My heart is saddened over the loss of such a dear lady. She was dearly loved by our family and we are forever grateful for the many blessings she bestowed upon us.
Kristy Cothern
September 08, 2020 | Amite, LA | Neighbor
Mrs gloria was my kindergarten teacher at first Baptist I will miss her and keep her family in my prayers
James Bennett
September 07, 2020 | Hammond, LA | Teacher
I enjoyed knowing her these past 10 years. She was always smiling and loving her dog, Sophie. I'm so sorry for the family's loss.
Jacki Giesey
September 07, 2020 | Amite, LA | Neighbor
Bess, Donnie and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Remembering all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Betty Lupo Kuss
September 07, 2020 | Rome, GA
My heart is so sad to hear of Gloria’s passing. My late husband Sid was thrilled to know another Jackson, Alabama hometown person was living in Amite. They had fond memories when they saw each other. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Cookie Currier Coxwell
September 07, 2020 | Amite, LA | Friend
To Bess Donald and Family. So sorry to hear of Ms Glorias passing. I have fond memories of her when we were next to next door neighbors. Was so nice to have a resident grandmother on our street to oversee Kari and Stacis rise to adulthood You have our kindest thoughts and prayers during this time and the days to come. May Gods gracious love fill your hearts and minds and Give you peace. d
Dennis Cothern
September 06, 2020 | Amite, LA | Neighbor
So very sorry on the lost of your loved one
Prayers and hugs
Wilkie Magee
September 06, 2020 | Lake George, CO | Friend
Dear Donnie and Bess, I am saddened to hear of your mom’s passing. I loved seeing her at church and on days when I volunteered and she was in the nursery. I will always remember her sweet smile! You were blessed to have her in your life.
Becky McCoy Decker
September 06, 2020 | Denham Springs, LA | Friend
