Sernita Karen Manuel

Sernita Karen Manuel obituary

Sernita Karen Manuel

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Sep

13

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Christian Baptist Church

2442 Mazant St., New Orleans, LA 70117

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Sep

13

Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

Christian Baptist Church

2442 Mazant St., New Orleans, LA 70117

Send Flowers

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The Boyd Family Funeral Home

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Sernita Manuel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Boyd Family Funeral Home on Sep. 11, 2025.

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Sernita Karen Manuel received her Angel Wings on September 4, 2025, at the age of 67. Her memories will be cherished by her three children Elisha Parker III, Antoine Parker, Talanisha Lewis; six grandchildren: Elisha Parker IV, Elisa Parker, Emani Parker, Ka'Shin Parker, Star Parker, Lawrence Lewis II, and baby girl on the way. She also leaves her partner Allen Como and ex-husband Elisha Parker Jr., nine siblings: Janelle, Debra, Synda, Edith, Romalis, Troy, Letetia, Trudy, LaVergne and a host of relatives and friends. Proceeded in death by her parents, Eddie and Shirley Manuel Jr, son Joshua Ka'Shin Parker, sister Lorraine, brothers Eddie III and Kris Manuel. Family and friends are invited to attend her Celebration of Life Service for 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Christian Baptist Church, 2442 Mazant St., New Orleans, LA 70117. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Reverend Dr. Roger Graham, officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Cemetery. Repast at 4939 Chef Menteur Hwy, 70126. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600. Donavin D. Boyd and Linear Brooks Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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Upcoming Events

Sep

13

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Christian Baptist Church

2442 Mazant St., New Orleans, LA 70117

Send Flowers

Sep

13

Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

Christian Baptist Church

2442 Mazant St., New Orleans, LA 70117

Send Flowers

Services provided by

The Boyd Family Funeral Home

Only 9 hours left for delivery to next service.