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Derrice Wilson Obituary

WILSON Derrice G. (Chief) Wilson, Sr. on Sunday, November 9, 2008 at 7:00 A.M. Retired U.S. Navy Chief for 24 years and Retired Program Analyst with USDA/OCFO/NFC. Son of the late Ophelia and Napoleon Wilson, Sr. Beloved husband of Marlene Fitch Wilson, father of Regina (Lamar) Rummage and adopted son, Derrice Wilson Jr., stepfather of Herman (Alison) LeBeaux, Jr. and Marquita LeBeaux Bailey. Brother of Jean (Lee J.) Coker, Angeline (Pete) Pennermon, Oscar (Juanita) Wilson and Deborah Patrick. Son-in-law of Mary Fitch, brothers-in-law Herman (Gail) Fitch, Jr. and Glenn (Gwen) Fitch, Sr. Sisters-in-law Eldora Wilson and Carol Fitch Boudy; also survived by 1 grandchild, 5 step grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Brother of late Napoleon, Jr. and Charles Faye, Sister Alice Faye. Relatives and friends of the family, parishioners of St. Raymond/St. Leo the Great Catholic Parish, also employees of the National Finance Center are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, November 14, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. (Visitation from 9-10 A.M.) at St. Raymond/ St. Leo the Great Parish, 2916 Paris Avenue. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery Arrangements by Louisiana Undertaking Co., Jeffrey K. Jenkins- Director

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Nov. 13, 2008.

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Porche'/Jackson Family

November 13, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

LESTER POLLY LASSAI

November 13, 2008

TO MRS.MARLENE AND FAMILY AND TO MR.GLEN FITCH I SEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES PARYERS

Vernella Rogers

November 13, 2008

To Marlene and Family,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you.

Kelmer Steverson

November 13, 2008

God Bless You, and the Family.

Linda Bailey

November 13, 2008

To Marlene and Family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. You and your family are in my prayers.

Rosemary Chandler

November 13, 2008

Dear Marlene and Family,
May it comfort you to know at this time, that, God will take care of you. I am very sorry I can not be with you during this very difficult time due to a previouly scheduled health exam. However, I will keep you in prayer. Remember, Jesus promised never to leave us alone.
Your friend

Barbara Bell

November 13, 2008

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.

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