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Lilliane Hicks Royal entered eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at the age of 67. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Lilliane was a retired caregiver. Beloved wife of the late Rodney Norman Royal. Devoted mother of Norma, Rodney, Renoda, Joel, Rocquel, Shawn, and the late Renokka. Daughter of the late James Hicks and Cora Bently Hicks, also survived by a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Christian Restoring Hope Ministry and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Celebration of St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church 1738 L. B. Landry Ave. New Orleans, LA on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 10:00a.m. Pastor Norman Francis, host pastor; Rev. Barry Guillory of Christian Restoring Hope Ministry, officiating. Visitation begins at 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Christian Social Cemetery-Gretna, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.
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