Mellionee Byrd Flores

Mellionee Byrd Flores, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, at the age of 94, in Leesville, Louisiana. Born on April 18, 1931, in Sabine Parish, Louisiana, Mellionee was a radiant spirit whose light touched everyone she met. She was the cherished daughter of Arthur and Emmie Self Byrd, both of whom preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by her brother, R.J. Byrd; her sisters, Julie Marie Byrd, Mary Lee Palmer, and Evelyn Griffin and son-in-law, Luther Marze, Jr. Mellionee is survived by her loving family, which includes her sons, James Hodge (Sherrie) of Leesville, LA, and Larry Brown (Nina) of Hornbeck, LA, and her daughters, Elaine Marze of Huntsville, AR and Donna Marie Floyd of Shreveport, LA. She also leaves behind her brother, Jerry Byrd of Toro, LA, and her sisters, Charlene Owens of Mountain Home, AR, Dorothy Langley of Natchitoches, LA and Charlotte Reed (Rick) of Mississippi. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren, Daniel Marze (Stephenie) of Bossier City, LA, Phaedra Clemons (Clyde) of Huntsville, AR, Brandon Hodge (Ellen) of The Woodlands, TX, Kellen Hodge (Haley) of Hornbeck, LA, Lindsey Reneau (Chase) of Shreveport, LA, and Matt Brown of Hornbeck, LA. Mellionee was also a proud great-grandmother to Kandon Hodge, Easton Hodge, Hudson Hodge, Blayke Hodge, all of Hornbeck, LA, as well as Sydney Hodge of The Woodlands, TX, Hagen Marze, and Garrison Marze from Bossier City, LA, Kinsley Clemons of Philadelphia, PA, Emery Reneau and Raylan Reneau both of Shreveport, LA, Makenna Gray (Ethan) from Jacksonville, AR, and Colton Clemons of Huntsville, AR. Those who knew Mellionee will remember her for her vivacious spirit and her unwavering love for life. She was the life of every party, known for her infectious laughter and her zest for dancing. She loved to dance and, until the last few years, regularly attended VFW, American Legion, Moose and other organizations who featured a dance floor and a band. She carried an inner joy that radiated to everyone around her, making every moment spent in her company a cherished memory. Her grandkids and great grands expected to have a good time whenever they were with her. Mellionee dedicated many years to her career, retiring after a long tenure at Willis Knighton Shreveport. Locals will fondly remember her as a familiar face at West Gibson's in Leesville, where her warmth and kindness left an indelible mark on the community. A funeral service to celebrate Mellionee's extraordinary life will be held on September 3, 2025, at 12:00 PM at the First Baptist Church of Hornbeck with Bro. Wayne Chance officiating. Music will be provided by her granddaughter, Phaedra Clemons with Ruth Jones on the piano. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Hill in Toro under the direction of Labby Memorial Funeral Home in Leesville. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 3rd from 11:00 AM until time of service at the church. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff and friends at the Woodlands in Leesville for the love and care they provided to Mellionee in her final years. Mellionee Byrd Flores will be dearly missed by her family and friends, but her spirit will forever remain alive in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. As we remember her vibrant life, let us carry forward the joy she brought into the world, ensuring that her legacy of love and laughter continues to shine brightly.