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Charley Livas Jr.

1938 - 2024

Charley Livas Jr. obituary, 1938-2024, Houma, LA

BORN

1938

DIED

2024

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Charley Livas Obituary

Charley Livas, Jr. was born in New Orleans Louisiana on April 1, 1938, to the late Elvira Robertson & Charley Livas,Sr. He passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 12:17 a.m. He was a faithful member of Greater Saint Matthews Baptist Church in Houma, Louisiana. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Margretta B. Livas; two daughters, Angela Livas of Gray, Louisiana and Karen L. (Ernest) Boyde of Lafayette, Louisiana; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, Leaester C. Wolfe, his brothers Rev. Leonard Celestine, Frank Celestine, Clarence Celestine, Percy Dunnaway and Wilbert Celestine; two great-grandchildren, Zavion Livas and Zahki Celestin. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home. The services will be Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Greater Saint Matthews Baptist Church, 183 Smith Ln., Houma, LA 70360, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Reverend Donald Stovall, Pastor, will be officiating the service. Interment Halfway Cemetery in Gray, LA 70359. You may sign the guest book on http://www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com. Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home, Inc. in charge, (985) 872-6934.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from May 2 to May 4, 2024.

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Linda Moses

May 13, 2024

Praying for the family

Cynthia Moore

May 10, 2024

I was so sorry to hear of my Godfathers passing. Condolences to your family.You are in my thoughts and prayers

Danielle Jackson

May 5, 2024

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

Rev/Sis Gilmore Chatman

May 5, 2024

With deepest sympathy

Lorraine Myles.

May 5, 2024

Mr. Lucas was a very nice person. He took all my videos for my wedding an for our social club .we will miss him .my deepest sympathy to the family.

Lois Williams

May 4, 2024

You were an amazing photographer and will be missed deeply.

Kasharon Duncan

May 4, 2024

You will truly be missed Mr. Charlie. Rest now

Barbara Joseph James & Family

May 4, 2024

Such a kind man. Condolences to the Livas Family.

Selena Johnson

May 4, 2024

Very kind and friendly . He took my wedding pictures over 40 yrs ago.

Lee Lyons

May 4, 2024

Condolences to the Family

Tootie McGuire

May 3, 2024

Rih Mr livas you was definitely the video camera legend

Rose Mary Brown & Family Family

May 3, 2024

Condolences, and Prayers to family. Remember earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.

Danny McGuire

May 3, 2024

Will truly be miss

Brenda Bellard

May 3, 2024

Sending my deepest condolences to the family. He was a very great man with a beautiful heart and soul. He will be forever missed and remembered.

Alton Johnson Jr.

May 3, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Mr. Charlie was a legend in our neighborhood. Take comfort in knowing he blessed many people and touched many lives! He will be deeply missed.

Beverly Thomas

May 3, 2024

I’m gonna miss my neighbor he was such a good person and a good neighbor i will be praying for the family Rest in God Arms Mr C I’ll miss you .

Brenda Wilson

May 3, 2024

My Condolences to the family , Mr. Charlie was truly one of a kind and I have had the pleasure of working with him in our past and he always had something funny to say to make my day. May God give you the strength to weather this storm.

Charley, Shafonia & Felicia Thibodaux

May 3, 2024

To the family & all connected with Mr. Charley Livas, I offer my prayers, deepest condolences & sympathy. Mr. Lives you were a Gem especially in your line of work. I am so grateful My family had the Pleasure of meeting you while you did a graduation party for my daughter in 2009 & two years later a 69th birthday for my father. You will be truly missed. Rest in Paradise . Mr. Lives. Your work here is done.

Thanisha Jupiter

May 3, 2024

RIP Mr Livas

Bernadette Porter

May 3, 2024

Praying For The Family

Eula Green

May 3, 2024

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

Ernestine Nells

May 3, 2024

May he rest in peace

Barbara Chapman

May 3, 2024

Sometimes in life you come across the most wonderful people that leave an everlasting impression. That was Mr. Charley. We are sending prayers and condolences to the family. May God continue to bless and strengthen you as you go through this journey. Your friends Brenda ("Country"), Barbara, & Randolph

Cassandra Henderson

May 3, 2024

R.I.P

Carolyn Mcguire

May 3, 2024

Was so happy to know you,we said our goodbye Friday

Brenda White

May 3, 2024

My condolences to the family, in loving memory of a great photographer.

Keith & Connie Williams

May 3, 2024

Condolence to the Fly! God Bless!

Dularge Community Baptist Church

May 3, 2024

Our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow. May the love of Christ bring you peace and comfort in your loss.

JC &Pauline Allen and family

May 3, 2024

We’re so very sorry for your loss. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Eva Parker

May 3, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful man, Mr. Livas will be greatly missed.

Robert Harden

May 3, 2024

Enjoy the times we worked together,you will truly be missed " Old Coffee". Prayers for family

Shelia Harris

May 3, 2024

Praying for the family

Deirdre James

May 3, 2024

Sending condolences and prayers to the family.

Murice Johnson

May 3, 2024

Praying for family's

Ida and Norman Porche

May 2, 2024

Praying for the family

Tammy Bradley

May 2, 2024

You Were Such A Sweet And Honest Man And A Wonderful Photographer And Friend.The World Want Be The Same Without You.May You RIP!!! Much Love,From Your Family And Friends.Amen!!!

Lisa J.

May 2, 2024

I will miss seeing you Mr Charley. Take your rest my friend❤

Jessie Miller

May 2, 2024

R.I.P my friend.

B.J. James

May 2, 2024

God Bless The Livas & Celestine Family.

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9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Greater Saint Matthews Baptist Church

183 Smith Ln., Houma, LA

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4

Service

11:00 a.m.

Greater Saint Matthews Baptist Church

183 Smith Ln., Houma, LA

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Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home, Inc.

617 Bond Street, Houma, LA 70360

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