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Darlene Jackson Obituary

Darlene V. Johnson Jackson entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Monday, December 11, 2023, at the age 64. She was a native and resident of Barataria, LA. Darlene attended Fisher High School and was a graduate of John H. Martyn High School. She was employed as a Caregiver and Direct Service Worker with Terras Total Health. Darlene was formerly employed with Lafitte Frozen Food. She was a faithful member of Mount Calvary International Worship Center, where she served as a door greeter. Beloved wife of Kelvin Jackson. Devoted mother Farrah and Chasity Petty. Loving grandmother of Ferrion Woodard, Wayne DeArmas III, Ceiona Norman, Aset and Romelo Washington, and Lunden Smith. Daughter of the late Clarence Sr. and Brenda Lee Palmer Johnson. Granddaughter of the late Alfred and Estelle Palmer, Andrew and Gladys Johnson. Sister of Clarence Johnson, Jr. and Clarene Madison. Niece of John Wayne Palmer, Sr., Ernest (Velma) Johnson, James Johnson, Carolyn Johnson, Irma Joseph, Eartha Palmer, and Edarine Johnson. Daughter-in-law of Marion Jackson; also survived by 7 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Mount Calvary International Worship Center and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Mount Calvary International Worship Center, 1600 Westwood Blvd. Marrero, LA on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Apostle Terry Gullage, Sr., officiating. Viewing will be held from 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. ONLY at the above named church. Interment: Bailey Cemetery-Barataria, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com. Face masks are recommended.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Dec. 18 to Dec. 20, 2023.

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Romelo Washington

February 12, 2024

I´ll miss you I promise I will continue to love and live on the legacy you brought to the family I will make history

Trina Brown

December 20, 2023

To the family, wishing you comfort and strength for the days ahead. Sending my love and prayers.

Darlene Johnson

December 20, 2023

I'm praying for your family for strength on today

Erma Bolds

December 19, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Family you are in my prayers. I will miss that wonderful smile, the hugs and conversations. She made me feel like family. She's resting with the Lord.

TERRAS TOTAL CARE INC

December 19, 2023

SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF A GOOD WORKER

Linda Joseph

December 19, 2023

Darlene. You will be missed. Family y´all have my deepest sympathy. God is the answer.

Eddie williams

December 19, 2023

To the family I offer my deepest condolence Darlene will truly be missed I love you all and God bless you all and Kelvin stay strong love yall from Eddie aka nuck

Your loving Daughter "Chasity"

December 19, 2023

I´m really going to miss you mother. You took apart of me with you! But I know one day we´ll meet again. Rest peacefully my love.

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8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Mt. Calvary International Worship Center

1600 Westwood Dr, Marrero, LA 70072

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20

Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

Mt. Calvary International Worship Center

1600 Westwood Dr, Marrero, LA 70072

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230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA 70053

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