Photo courtesy of Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, Inc. - New Orleans
617 BOND ST. HOUMA, LA. 70360, Louisiana
1942 - 2015
BARNES
Sylvia Ann Barnes, age 73 was born on November 29, 1942 and passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2015. She was a parishioner of St. Katherine Drexel Catholic Church and a member of the Ladies Court 59 Auxillary. Wife of the late Sammie Barnes. Daughter of the late Irma and Dave Knockum, Sr. Mother of Trudy Wallace, Monette Johnson and the late Todd Barnes. Also survived by other relatives and friends.
Relatives and friends of the family, also Priest and Parishioners of St. Katherine Drexel Catholic Church are invited to attend the Visitation on Monday, December 28, 2015 at St. Katherine Drexel Catholic Church, 2015 Louisiana Avenue from 9:00 am until 10:00 am. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am. Interment Providence Memorial Park. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE (504) 522-2525.
You have my deepest sympathy. May the God of loyal love comfort the family and friends during this time of sorrow Psalms 119: 76
January 01, 2016 | GA
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)
A. M.
December 30, 2015
My, prayers are with the family..... Hold on to Jehovah unchanging hand.... He will sustain Monette and the family ! My TT is gone but never forgotten , she will always live in our hearts .... Love her dearly......
Michelle Holloway
December 29, 2015 | Milwaukee, WI
To the family.. I am like shock...Mrs.Barnes is gone on home....I am so lost for words...The family has my condolences. I am still grieving to this day on my grandparents....We all must go...just dont know when...
Kenyatta Moon
December 29, 2015 | Baton Rouge, LA
My Condolences to the Barnes Family and may God Bless you guys during a difficult time.
Kenneth Johnson
December 28, 2015 | New Orleans, LA
Trudy and Monette-- I regret being unable to attend the services but I'm praying for you and your familes--cling to God's word and he will give you a peace that surpasses all understanding.
Bessie
December 28, 2015 | Belle Rose, LA
My sincerest condolences to Sylvia's Family. I came to know her as a member of St. Frances de Sales Golden Voices Choir, then the Golden Voices Community Choir. I have been blessed to have known Sylvia. May God's Grace comfort you in your time of bereavement. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joyce Paulin-Dupclay
December 28, 2015 | Harvey, LA
Condolences to the Barnes Family, and may she rest in peace in the shelter of God's Arm!
Una Barnes
December 28, 2015
Hey cousins I love you all. Praying for strength for the family.
T Smith
December 28, 2015 | Medina, OH