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Abiah McElveen Obituary

McELVEEN Abiah Hadassah McElveen, departed this earthly life on Saturday, March 22, 2008 in Children's Hospital in Dallas, TX at the age of 11. Beloved daughter of Wendell and Patricia McElveen. Granddaughter of John W. Keeler and the late Johnnie Mae Keeler, Eloise and Thomas McElveen, Sr. Sister of Stacey Gaspard, Standford Etienne, Christoff Irvin and Kayantae S. Battle. Goddaughter of Rev. Kenneth and Fay Davis. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Lowerlight Baptist Church, New Outreach COGIC of McKinney, TX, faculty, staff and students of Bennett Elementary School of McKinney, TX are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Lowerlight Baptist Church, 4422 Ray Ave. on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 10:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am. Interment: Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 7411 Chef Menteur Hwy.; Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Mar. 28, 2008.

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Karen Whitaker

April 4, 2008

Ms. Pat and family, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. No words can express my deepest concern for you. Abiah sure did make a special impact on many people. How blessed you must feel to have brought this precious gem to earth and care for her. I know you Ms. Pat and what a wonderful care provider you are. You're all I want in heaven! You're all I want on earth!...I'm in the very presence of God-oh, how refreshing it is! Psalm 73.25,28

Marion Blakeney (Short) & Derek Short

March 31, 2008

We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief and celebration of her life. May your memories of her always comfort you.

Toni Keeler

March 31, 2008

Brother Wendell and Aunt Pat,
I'm so sorry for your lost, but I know the both of you know that Dear sweet Abiah is in a better place. If you ever in anything please don't hesitate to call me. You'll have my deepest, deepest sympathy. I Love u Brother Wen and Aunt Pat!!!

Paras Valliani

March 31, 2008

I was deeply saddened to hear about the death of your daughter. I know how difficult this must be for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family during this time and always.

Yolanda Dorsey-McNealy

March 31, 2008

Pat and Family, I cannot imagine the pain and anguish that you and your family are going through, I do know that there is a God and only He can heal, only He knows what to do in this painful time, know that I am hurting and praying with you. May God give you and your family His AMAZING GRACE! I love you all - Yolanda McNealy and Family

Michelle Martin

March 31, 2008

Mrs. Pat and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this trying time. Continue to keep your trust and faith in God and he will see you thru! Because Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal!

Carolyn Foster

March 31, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your daughter. There is no greater love than the love between a mother and child. May God be with you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Xiomara Rodriguez

March 31, 2008

Heartfelt Condolences to the Family,

May GOD be with you for Strength, Peace and Love. Abiah is Smiling down on us.

darlene smith

March 31, 2008

Words can not express the prayers and love I have for your family. I just want to say I love you and God is good.

Viola Brooks

March 29, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Ernestine Sumlin

March 29, 2008

To: PatriciaAnn' and Wendell
Sorry I could'nt be with you may God be with you and the family at this time

Eugenia Mathis

March 29, 2008

To: PatriciaAnn, and Wendell
God be with you throw your time of sorrow.Abiah was truly one of God's little angels on earth thats why he chose to bring her home

KENA AND CHRIS JENKINS

March 28, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Yolanda Thompson

March 28, 2008

To Wendell and Patricia: "When you feel a gentle breeze, Caress you when you sigh, it's a hug sent from Heaven, From Abiah way up high." No words can express what I'm really feeling right now. Even though I never had the chance to meet Abiah; I know she was a very special lil lady in your life. My prayers and thoughts are with the two of you and your entire family.

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