Lake Charles, Louisiana
Rev. Nerma Lee Chretian, 77, departed this life on Saturday, December 2, 2017, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles. LA. She was born on January 19, 1940, to the late Walter Davis and Mary Andrus Davis in Mermentau, LA. She worked at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for 44 years as a Histology Supervisor. She was the co-pastor with her husband, George Chretian, at Bethel C.M.E. Church in Crowley, LA, for 10 years and was supported and well loved by everyone. She began her ministry at Reeves C.M.E. Temple under the leadership of Rev. Dr. H. Leon Williams, presiding Elder. She was a stewardess, an exalter and was over the prayer ministry and later became a local pastor at Reeves C.M.E. Temple in Lake Charles, LA.
She leaves to cherish her loving memories, her husband of 56 years, George Robert Chretian; two daughters, Tonya Chretian and Shelley Chretian all of Lake Charles, LA; two sisters, Ernestine Gantt (Charlie) and Etta Scott, both of Arlington, TX; one brother, Carroll Davis of Lake Charles, LA; two grandchildren, Quenton Stevens (Tamaya) and Quincy Stevens (Britney); five great grandchildren, Evans Stevens, Camille Stevens, Quenton Stevens, Jr., Quincy Stevens, Jr., and Queson Stevens and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. On this Friday, December 8, 2017, they would have celebrated their 57th year anniversary.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Mary Davis, and two brothers, Walter Davis, Jr., and Harold Davis.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2017, at 9:00 a.m., and funeral service at 11:oo a.m., at Reeves C.M.E. Temple, Bishop Thomas L. Brown, officiating. Burial will follow in Hamilton Cemetery under the direction of King’s Funeral Home.
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Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family at this time. We are sorry for your loss! Hold on to God's unchanging hand and he will give you the strength you need to overcome such difficult chapter in your lives. We love y'all Tanya & Shelly!
Pedro & Nicole
December 26, 2017 | Lake Charles, LA
We would like to send our condolences to our Pastor, George Chretian, and his family during this difficult time. Mrs. Chretian will be missed by so many of us. It is our prayer that God will strengthen you all during this time.
Cheryl and Dorris Senegal
Cheryl Senegal
December 12, 2017 | Crowley, LA
My sincere sympathy. I'm praying for you at this time. May God continue to bless and keep you.
Rev. Valla Johnson
December 10, 2017 | Lake Charles, LA
GR. and Family,
Evelyn and I are saddened to hear of the loss of Nerma
It is our prayer that God will grant you and
family strength to endure this most difficult time.
Robert and Evelyn Shelton
Robert Shelton
December 08, 2017 | Lake Charles, LA
You, Lord God are a God of comfort and love, so l ask that you comfort Rev. Chretian's family. I believe Your promise in your Word to send fresh mercies each day. You love them and you have promised everlasting consolation and hope through Your grace.
Please bless this very special family individually and collectively according to their needs and Your WILL
Amen
Selma Lister
December 08, 2017 | Ft Worth, TX
Rest in Peace my dear old friend until we meet again. May God shine his blessings on you and your family during this time of bereavement.
Edna Malbrough
December 08, 2017 | Perris, CA
Condolences to her husband and family!
Billie Marshall Hoskins
December 08, 2017 | Galveston, TX
Praying for strength for the family. Weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. She was truly an inspiration in my life . I thank God for allowing our paths to cross. She will be truly missed
Martha Williams
December 07, 2017 | Crowley, LA
My prayers and love are with you George, Tonya, Shelley, Quentin, Quincy, Vanetta, Etta, and Carroll. My heart and love is there with you all.
Janet Davis
December 07, 2017 | TX