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Della Severin Obituary

Della Ruth Bray Severin was called home to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 21, 2023, at the age of 96. She was preceded in death by her parents; Rev. Samuel and Mrs. Lou Ida Guidry Bray; husband, Hietz N. Severin, Sr.; sisters, Malissa Bray, and infant Louella Bray; brothers, Samuel W. Bray and David Bray; and granddaughter, Asha M. Williams. She leaves to cherish her memory her two children, Sheila S. Williams, and Hietz N. Severin, Jr., sisters, Joycie B. Williams (Matthew) and Jannie Bray, and a host of relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, pastors, and congregants of Pleasant Zion B.C., Stronger Hope B.C. are invited to the Celebration of Life Service on Friday, December 8, 2023, for 10 a.m. at Franklin Avenue Baptist Church, 8282 I-10 Service Rd. South, New Orleans, LA 70126. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Senior Pastor Fred Luter, Jr., Officiating. Online guestbook: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600. Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Dec. 6 to Dec. 7, 2023.

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Lynda Price Blair

December 14, 2023

Sheila, you have my deepest condolences for the loss of your mother. You are in my thoughts, however, I am wishing you are comforted with peace, courage, lots of love and unwavering support during such a difficult time of sorrow. Sending healing prayers to you and your entire family.

Alvin & Phyllis Alexander

December 6, 2023

Sheila, Butch & Family, may our Lord´s loving promise of eternal life for Ms. Della give each of you peace, comfort & strength today & always!

Herman Johnson

December 6, 2023

You have our deepest sympathy for the passing of your mother may God continue to bless you, Herman and Linda Johnson

Gail Martin Dennis

December 6, 2023

Wish to express my prayers and condolences to all. Sis. Severin will be remembered for her kindness and warm greetings to the members of Pleasant Zion Missionary B.C.

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Franklin Avenue Baptist Church

8282 I-10 Service Rd. South, New Orleans, LA

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Celebration of Life

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Franklin Avenue Baptist Church

8282 I-10 Service Rd. South, New Orleans, LA

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