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2024

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Cecile La France Obituary

Cecile La France, age 80, died January 12, 2024, at Ochsner Hospital. Cecile was born on September 26, 1943 in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late Joseph and Ethel Livers. She was the only girl of five siblings. She was preceded in death by her brother Joseph Livers Jr. Cecile was a licensed cosmetologist, she took pride in making others feel beautiful. She was employed at Michoud Assembly Facility until she eventually retired. She is survived by her husband, Ricardo La France Sr., Four children: Wanda, Charlotte, Denise and Ricardo Jr; Son-in-law, Oliver. Three brothers; Alvin Livers, Ramon Coleman and Emmanuel Coleman, seven grandchildren, Ahmad, Alijah, Giana, Alexia, Trinity, Trevon and Trevonte and two great-grandchildren; Mil 'yon and Jazz. Cecile will be cherished by many other family and friends. Funeral services celebrating the life of Cecile LaFrance will be held at Amozion Baptist Church , 907 Deslonde Street, New Orleans, La. 70117 on Friday January 19, 2024 for 10:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Charles Mack officiating. Interment: Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery, 10400 Old Gentilly Rd. New Orleans, La. 70127. Arrangements Entrusted To Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc., 2715 Danneel St. Nola 70113. Information: (504) 895-4903. To sign online guest book please visit www.estellejwilsonfh.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 16 to Jan. 18, 2024.

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Vanessa Cryer

February 27, 2024

Rest In Heaven Cousin.

Jacquelyn Brown-Ford

January 23, 2024

My Prayers going out to Cecile family and friends. Cecile and I went through Grammar and High School together. God has gotten another Angel. She was such a Beautiful and Caring person.

Joyce Boutte

January 20, 2024

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

Cotusy Hamilton

January 19, 2024

To Rick and family, sending my deepest condolences. Cecile rest until we all meet again at the great celebration day. Love Mae

Dennis Garza

January 18, 2024

Our thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow, we would like to wish you comfort during this difficult time, and our deepest sympathies go to you and your family.
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Will Eaves

January 18, 2024

On behalf of your Delta family in ELP, our deepest condolences to Rick and the LaFrance family. Let us know if you need any support.

John A Davis

January 18, 2024

To Rick and the LaFrance family, you have our deepest sympathy and condolences for the loss of your loved one. We are here to support you in any way we can during your time of grief and bereavement. Delta station IAH.

Jolanda Allen

January 18, 2024

Sending love and prayers to auntie and family love the Allen family

Jason Merridth

January 17, 2024

Condolences to the family. You all will be in my prayers.

Jason Merridth Sr

Andrea Savage

January 17, 2024

Rick and family. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Sincerely, Your Delta family in Oklahoma City

Olive Brown

January 17, 2024

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

Cabrini Johnson

January 17, 2024

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Pearl Algere-Lonian

January 17, 2024

To the La France Family,

May God grant you His loving comfort and grace in this difficult time.

Pearl Algere-Lonian

The Staff of Estelle J. Wilson Mortuary

January 16, 2024

Offering our deepest sympathies at this time.

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

Amozion Baptist Church

907 Deslonde Street, New Orleans, LA

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19

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Amozion Baptist Church

907 Deslonde Street, New Orleans, LA

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2715 Danneel Street, New Orleans, LA 70113

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