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Lorraine White Obituary

Lorraine White, a retired cook, transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home on Monday, January 2, 2023 at the age of 81. She was a native of Foules, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Lorraine was a graduate of Lincoln High School. She was a member of Dominion and Power Ministries. Devoted mother of Anthony White, Sandra White, and the late Michael White and Beverly White McGowan. Loving grandmother of Courtney Davis, Anthony Brandon White, Assin White, and Angelle White. Daughter of the late Fred White and Arbunia Williams. Stepdaughter of the late Willie Williams. Beloved sister of Paul E. (Lisa) Nellums, Virginia N. Watts, and the late Willie Mae Bowman. Sister-in-law of the late Rev. Murphy Bowman and Reynard Watts. Also cherishing her memories are 5 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 Dominion and Power Ministries, Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 1419 4th Street, Westwego, LA on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Woodrow Hayden, host pastor; Bishop Tyrone Washington, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery - Avondale, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe, Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, attendance will be limited. It is mandatory everyone attending wear a face mask or some type of face covering.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Jan. 13, 2023.

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Herbert &Sheila Barnes

January 14, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Yvonne Champ Landry

January 13, 2023

Deepest sympathy from the Champ family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ivory Scott

January 13, 2023

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church

1419 4th St, Westwego, LA 70094

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Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church

1419 4th St, Westwego, LA 70094

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