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Destinie LeBlanc Obituary

LeBLANC Destinie Fate LeBlanc, 14 years old, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2010. She was born on November 9th, 1995, in Metairie, LA. She is survived by her mother Melissa Clayton, grandparents Mark and Jolene Conlin and Thomas LeBlanc, 2 sisters: Lacy and Madison Clayton, and a brother Baylon Heider. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, her great-grandmother, and other family members and friends. She was a student at Harry Hurst Middle School, and attended church at St. Charles United Methodist. Visitation Will be held on Monday, April 26th, 2010, at St. Charles United Methodist Church, 1905 Ormond Blvd., Destrehan, La., from 9:00 a.m. until Church Service at 11:00 a.m., the Dr. Juliet Spencer officiating. Interment will follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 4800 Airline Dr., Metairie, La. Arrangements handled by H.C. Alexander Funeral Home.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Apr. 25, 2010.

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Jolene Conlin

December 6, 2011

Des just wanted to say thank you sweetheart for the sign you sent us today. I am glad you like the decorations but I want you to know that you made your lil sister very very happy. It made Bubba and I feel good too. I know that you will be with me on Thursday night and we are doing this for you because we want to keep your memory alive forever. Love and miss you forever my Angel Grandma

Jolene Conlin

December 4, 2011

Well we put up the Christmas decorations outside this evening and I really missed you. You always loved doing that and liked looking at them even more. Lacy asked for a sign from you that you like them but Bubba isn't finished yet. Christmas seems harder this year than last. Don't know how that can be but it seems like that. We went to see an awesome train last night and I wish you were with us because you would have loved it. They had a display of Barbie dolls set up and of course Santa was there. The lights were spectacular on the train and it travels across the US during the holidays and the people were so nice. I can just hear you asking the ladies all sorts of questions about what they do and how they do things on the train. I just finished watching Saints game and I am tired so I guess I will turn off lights outside and go to bed. Sweet dreams my Angel. I love and miss you forever. Grandma

My Lil Lady

Jolene Conlin

November 10, 2011

Destinie Yesterday was your Sweet 16 I know you must have celebrated it in Heaven with all your angel friends. We celebrated it here for you and I really think you would have loved everything. We missed you greatly but we know that you were here with us in spirit. I know that you are very busy up there but I want to thank you for all the signs you give to us. We all appreciate them more than we can tell you Baby Girl. Lacy misses you so much and is having a hard time understanding what happened to you and I believe she is scared something like that will happen to her. It is scary for a 8 yr. old child. I didn't hear from Madi but Baylon was on the phone when we released your balloons. I hope you got them and liked them. Your Mom said the girls in Party City must have thought we were crazy to pay for them and then walk outside and let them go like we did. I wanted to go to the park but you know us. We didn't make it before dark. Your Brother was on one cell phone and Aunt Beth was on another so they were both with us and you. I am waiting to get a copy of the letter from your lung recipient and I promise you and myself that I am going to write her back. It is just so hard for me to do. I am so proud of you for helping to save those lives like you did but it is still hard for me to contact them. I ran into Mrs. Caldero the other night and she said Jesus is doing great (but you know that don't you) I miss you so much Baby Girl but I know that where you are and what you are doing is for greater than your reason was here. Please just don't ever forget any of us. We all love you so much and we are all so sorry for the mistakes that we made. I want to especially thank you for watching over your Bubba and Nnny and Uncle Al last weekend. I could not bear to lose any of them and you know that but I wanted to say thank you. See you soon my Angel Love Always, Grandma

Cleo Wainwright

November 9, 2011

Happy 16th Birthday,Des. I know you are enjoying the best birthday ever because you are sharing it with our beloved Lord. We miss you terribly but,oh my, I know you are doing what you were meant to do and that is be happy and make everyone else happy and have ooodles of friends. Take care, my precious, and keep watch over us.
Love you always,
Nanny and Uncle Al

You always wanted to go with me to Hawaii

Jolene Conlin

May 16, 2011

Destinie I am sorry that I haven't written sooner but I have really been having a hard time with you being gone. I thought that after you Angelversary passed I would be better. That didn't happen because guess what then came Mother's Day and my birthday. Both of them together were just too much Baby Girl. I felt bad for everyone else because even tho I was there with them all and it was great to all be together, my thoughts were always on you. I felt like I was taking away from them and not being fair at all. I just couldn't help myself for those feelings. Des this is jsut too hard and I apologize to you for not being braver but I just can't help it. I miss you too much for any words to even explain. I know you understand how I feel but I can't fix this. I keep asking God for his help and I do know that he is with me but it just doesn't stop. Then all the other problems that I have to deal with on top of your being gone. I just feel like I don't want to be here anymore but I know it is not my time to leave. I need you to make sure that Dee's daughter Kerry doesn't leave us. Things are improving for her and we have all been praying endlessly for her. I even got my ladies on the internet to do a prayer chain plus we are praying at church for her. Dee just can not go through that loss again. You know GG is up there with you and all our other angels' and it is just not fair for his sister to go there too. please do what you can for her. Thanks Des! I love you so much and I know that you can feel that love I have for you. I just wish I could wrap my arms around you and rock you like I used to when you were little. Can you hear me singing You Are My Sunshine. I sing it in the shower sometimes and always in my head. I know Lacy misses you so much but I do feel that she is trying to cover up her feelings like your Aunt Shelle. Bradley talks to me about you a lot and that makes me feel good. Do you come see him? I wish ou would come and visit me when you are able. I would love a visit from you. Is that why your voice got better at singing a couple of months before you left. Were you getting ready to be able to sing with the angels' in Heaven? I wish I had all these answers but I don't so I just have to rely on my own thoughts. We all miss you so much and think about you all the time but I think I am the one who feels it the most. I guess that is because you and I were always together until you went to Houma. How I wish that would have never happened. One day I will see you again and I hope it is soon. Until then, know that I love and miss you and think of you everyday of my life. I miss you Baby Girl. Love Grandma

Your gorgeous hair It was your signature

Jolene Conlin

April 21, 2011

Hi Baby Girl I hope you are ok and happy but I know you are. Today was a very difficult day for me. We honored your memory by doing things we know you loved to do. It wasn't the same without you but we still did it. Your sister wanted to go to your favorite restaraunt and since Chevy's isn't here anymore we picked I Hop. I haven't been there since you left us. It was very hard for me to go back there but we did. Aunt Shell and Uncle Don and Tori and Bradley went with us and of course your namesake was there. She is getting to be so much fun to be around. It is still hard for me because I see so much of you in her. Bubba sees it too so I know I am not crazy. I feel that Aunt Shell gets upset with me for not spending more time with Lexi but she just doesn't know how hard it is for me. I keep trying and it is getting easier but sometimes I just can't do it. I am definitely going to write to your recipients soon. I feel that it is time to contact them. I know that today they were celebrating the new life they were given while we were grieving for the one that we lost way too soon. I talked to Ms Darcy today and she misses you and has a hard time too. You just don't know how many lives you touched while you were here with us. I wish that I had given you more but at the time I was doing my best and please know that everything I did was with your best interest at heart. I love you Baby Girl and would never have done anything to cause you more pain. You will be in my heart forever and I know that one day I will be with you again. That is what keeps me going and somedays I feel that is all I have. I miss you more than you can ever know and love you even more. Please keep sending me your signs even if you can't come yourself it helps to know you are there for me. Bubba feels it too. He hurts so bad but tries to not let it show. A guy thing. I'm going to bed now because I am exhausted after our long day today. Until we meet again (soon I hope) I will love and miss you forever. Love, Grandma

Torie Zanotelli

April 21, 2011

destinie, i miss you so much. i glad your in a better place now. hopefully we will all be together soon. love you babygirl.

Bobbie Roy-Cothern

April 21, 2011

Destinie, my prayers are for you today, the 21st. Your Angelversary. I am so sorry I couldn't be there today with your Grandma, but I was there in heart sweetie. I wish I would have been able to know you. Your Grandma loves you so much and misses you so much. I am so glad to have met your Grandma. She is such a lovely person, heart and soul. Send her all the love you can Dest. God Be with you each and every day. Please say hello to all our Angels up there with you and especially let Brandi know that I love and Miss her to. All my love and Hugs Dest. God Bless

Cleo Wainwright

April 20, 2011

Hey my sweet! I can't believe that it will be a year tomorrow that you left us for your new journey. I know it's been exciting for you because of everyone you've met and the other family members who have passed. I'm glad you come and talk to me and tell me about some of your adventures. i know you are happy and can finally do eveything you've always wanted to do. I hope you like the flowers i'm bringing. I saw them and they instantly reminded me of you. I know time is getting short down here and it won't be long before we will all be together again as God has promised. My goodness, what a joyful time that will be!! Grandma & Bubba really miss you as do all of us. Thanks for always talking to me. It lets me know your okay. Luv ya!
Nanny & Uncle Al

These flowers lasted for 3 weeks because of you

Jolene Conlin

February 14, 2011

Hey "Baby Girl" Happy Valentines Day. It is so hard for me today knowing how you always loved this day. You loved all the holidays. I wanted to get you something special but then I thought that was kind of silly. Thank you for my feather. I know you are here now. Lacy found it and she was so proud of herself. She loves making me happy. I miss you so much sweetie. Please don't ever forget about us down here and know that we will always love you
(forever and forever) more than any words can say. Today was a hard day for me and all the days seem to be getting harder right now as I know your angel day is coming soon. I want to make it really special for you. Lace and I are going to work on that. I am tired so I will go for now. Until we meet in heaven (which I hope is soon) I will love and miss you all the rest of my days here on this earth. Love, Grandma

You always tried to fill big shoes

Jolene Conlin

January 11, 2011

Hey "Baby Girl". I just got a message from a lady named Jenny Jones who lives in Mississippi. She is the sister of Traci who is the lady you gave back her life by giving her your lungs on the day you left us. I have not been able to write either Traci or her sister yet but I will. It is just so hard for me to put my feelings into words for these beautiful people. You did a miraculous thing and they are thanking me for it. Bubba and I knew that is what you would have wanted to do if you could have made the decision yourself so, we just made it for you. Also, I need to write the little girl's family who got your heart. She seems like a remarkable little girl and someone you would have really liked. I know I say this all the time to you but I just miss you so much. Be happy and give everyone up there my love. Lacy really misses you more everyday. Maybe you could visit her sometime soon and make her feel better. I love you "Baby Girl" Love Grandma

Jolene Conlin

December 27, 2010

Des i wanted to write you on Christmas day but it was just too hard. Thank you so much for the message I received. I know you are fine but I just miss you so much I can't even begin to explain it to anybody. Bubba worries about you and is not sure you are happy so if you could maybe let him know it would be great. I still have not found your DSI. I guess you brought it to school and it got lost or taken. I am going to get your old one fixed for Lacy. Christmas just wasn't what it should have been without you here. I know i should be doing better by now and I really am trying but it just isn't working. I am so sorry "Baby Girl". I hopt you liked the Poinsetta Bubba brought you. He said it was special just for you. The Butterfly chime is from me but you know that right. I keep forgetting how you know everything now. I know you must really love that. LOL! I wanted to buy you a Reindeer but just did ot get to the mall. Sorry. Tyler is the luckiest little girl that I could ever imagine. She got the best part of you "baby girl". Your heart is as big as the state of Texas andone of gold. It is a miracle how great she is doing. I am going to write to her mom when I can and also the lady in Mississippi. I have so much in my heart i want to say to you but can't seem to put it on paper so please look into my heart and know what I wan't to say. I love you more everyday and miss you the same. Merry Christmas "Baby Girl" and Happy New Year! Love Grandma

Destrehan Plantation Field Trip

Jolene Conlin

November 9, 2010

Hey baby girl. Well, today is your day you are 15 years old. I don't know do you have birthdays in heaven? We are celebrating your day today here on earth because you see, baby girl we know that you are still here with each and everyone of us. We can't see your face or hear your voice, or see you jumping and dancing around but we know you are here. I hope we see lots of butterflies today when we go to the park and I definitely hope we can get that kite to fly. Bubba said there is not too much wind and your lil sis is going to be so disappointed if we can't get it to fly. We are going to try our best. Your Mom is bringing a birthday cake for you and I guess I had better bring the candles because she will probably forget them. Aunt Shelle and the kids and I are going to get your balloons and I told Baylon to send you one at 6 pm and we will do ours at 5pm. I thought you would like that. Be looking for 15 purple and pink balloons. I guess we will put in a couple of orange ones since Lacy swears that orange was your favorite color too. She said you told her that. I know you are there but I sure miss getting your signs. Could you please send me some more? It just makes me feel good that you haven't gotten so busy up there that you forget about us down here. I finished your memory book and brought it to the meeting last night. Everybody seemed to like it. You know I am not very craft oriented but I did work on it most of the day. Tori came over after school and helped me. She is always so good about helping me with anything for you. I know she misses you terribly and she is not having a sweet 16 party because you can't be there in the flesh. I saw Mr. Bill yesterday remember him (old bus driver). He said he was so sorry to hear about your leaving us. I think I am going to start writing letters to you. The people in my Compassionate Friends' say it really helps them. I am running out of pics to put on here. I have to get T to download some more for me. You know I am not good at those things either. I was going to get her to download some music on your I Pod but I can't find it anywhere along with your DSI. Funny how things just disappear sometimes. Lacy wants a DSI for Christmas so I guess I will tell Santa to bring one since we can't find your old one. We are getting Bradley his first bike for his birthday and I remember when we got your first one. Lacy and Bradley try to skate on your skateboard. LOL He is so cute and Alexis OMG she has your eyes
Des. and that smile is so big just like yours was. She is getting so big. I am going to give her your baby bracelet and necklace as soon as I can find where I put it. I know you would want her to have it. I guess I should go now so I can clean up this house . It is a mess. I miss you baby girl and I hope to see you soon. Happy Birthday! Love, Grandma

Beth Doty

November 5, 2010

Des,
It's Aunt Beth here sorry it has taken me so long to write you but I didnt check my email and didnt know about this.. As the days pass by since God took you home I sit and wonder why although we are not supposed to question God I wish I knew the answers to why he took such a loving girl from us.. but whatever the reason I know its a good one and I know u are up there watching over everyone and helping where ever you can just like you did here.. I am sorry I never got the chance to take you to the zoo or get your nails done like I promised but one day we will reunite and do all the things you want princess.. I miss and love you very much this world is a bit darker without you here but you will light it up as a guardian angel now.. well babygirl I must go take care of Trent.. Damon and logan say hi and they miss you too!! until we meet in heavne I will be missing you

forever love.. Aunt Beth

Your first horseride and Mommy thought it was her

Jolene Conlin

November 4, 2010

Hey Des it's Grandma here again. Well All Saints day came and I made it through that day. Nanny and Uncle Al put pretty flowers by your grave. Now I have to get through your Birthday next week. Lacy want's to go fly your kite that you got for Easter and never got to use and be sure to watch for your 15 balloons because we will be sending them up to you. Your Mom is home now so I'm sure you will be hearing from her. Lacy want's to buy you a Build a Bear for your BD but I am going to keep it here in your room and not put it at the cemetery. That way she can play with it whenever she wants and it won't get ruined from the weather. I opened the hall closet door the other day and guess what? It is filled with your clothes. I thought I had packed them all away but I guess not. It was real hard for me to look at them. I know you are happy and free to do what you want now and that makes me happy for you. Lacy told her teacher that she is happy on the outside but sad on the inside. I know exactly what she means. I don't think I had realized how close you two had become Des. She really misses her big sister more and more. Tell Grandma Mickie hi for me and that I am still going to do those copies of the pictures. We miss her alot too. Bubba tries to act so strong about losing his Mom but I can see he is hurting. I think when he talks about you sometimes he's also talking about her. We did the memorial walk last weekend for all of you kids up there and it was really nice. We saw lots of butterflies that day. We didn't know who was whose but it was nice to see all of them. Next Monday I am going to hear Alan Pederson talk about grief and losing his daughter. Have you met her? Nanny is going to go with me so I'm excited about that. I went shopping and bought myself some winter clothes yesterday. First time since you left us. I thank God for letting me be able to do that. Of course you know me I kind of went overboard. I found a real pretty butterfly ring. I thought about you at Halloween and how much you love that time of year. Missed you lots. Now Christmas is coming and someway I have to get through that and I know with Gods help I will. Say hi to everybody for me and give Papa and Grannie Pie a big hug. I love you so much baby girl. Bye. I love you, Grandma

making Thanksgiving Dinner for your teachers last year (Always helping someone)

Jolene Conlin

October 21, 2010

Hey baby girl it's me back again. Well people said today is a milestone for me because it has been 6 months since you left us. I feel like each month is a milestone for me sometimes even a day feels that way. It broke my heart when I read what your brother wrote on your guest book. He also said he should not have to go to the cemetery to visit his big sister. I know that you were at Madi's party Sunday and it made me feel so good that you wanted to be there with us all. Grandma is there with you now so I know she will help you if you need anything. I am not worried about you baby girl because I know you finally got what you wanted and now you have a bigger job to do there than you did here. Just know that we all are here missing you and please don't ever forget us. Me, Jonny, and Lacy are going to do a memorial walk in your honor next Sat, and Bubba and I are putting a brick down in your memory in the Childrens' Memorial Garden at Lafreniere Park for your birthday next month. Lacy wants to go fly the kites' ya'll got for Easter and send you 15 balloons so be looking for them. It will be so hard with you not being here but I know we will all get through it with Gods help. Alexis is growing like a weed and you would love being with her right now. She has your bright eyes Des and a smile that lights up a room. Bradley is just crazy about her. Tori wrote a paper all about yours and her relationship. I wish you could read it Des. It is definitely a tribute that would make you very proud and happy. It made me feel so good to know that you had someone who felt that way about you and she never takes the peace sign necklace off that we gave her for Christmas last year (the one you picked out). I am so glad I listened to you and we kept it, even if it was a little pricey. Bubba got his sign this morning and said he doesn't know if it was from you or Grandma. I told him maybe it was ya'll together but I know it was definitely you. We will be going to the cemetery after the kids get home from school today and bringing you a surprise. I hope you like it. We are going to get a pumpkin tomorrow and that will be hard because I know how much you looked forward to Halloween every year. Lace and I are going to carve it for you. Wish us luck. I guess I'll go now but know that I miss you more and more and love you more than any words could ever say Baby Girl. Tell everyone hi for me and give Papa a big hug and kiss. I'll see you soon. Love, Grandma

baylon heider

October 15, 2010

im still missing my big sister i love you Des!!!

Jolene Conlin

October 3, 2010

Hey Des It's Grandma, It's been over five months since you left us and it seems like it was yesterday. I can still see you laying in that bed with the bandage around your head and me almost yelling at you to get up because you had slept long enough.Of course, that didn't happen even though I know you heard me. Now Grandma Mickie is fighting for her life with almost the same problem as you. Please do what you can for us because I don't know how Dad will be able to deal with another loss so soon after loosing you. He tries to be tough and act like he is fine but we all know better. He really misses you baby girl as we all do. I will go to the cemetery tomorrow to bring you fresh flowers and I apologize for not going sooner but I know you understand. Next Sunday is Lacy's birthday party and I wish you could be there with us. She misses you more instead of less every day. I love you my sweet baby girl and I miss you forever. Love, Grandma

Cleo Wainwright

August 26, 2010

Hey Des, I'm here at work and your picture is right in front of me. I see your smile and I can hear your voice so clear saying, "Hi Nanny. Are you working hard? It makes me feel good when you come and visit me and we talk. I'm trying to help Grandma deal with you not being here physically. She tells me about the little signs you leave for her. I told her one day you're going to hit her upside her head and really let her know you are okay.Al's daddy said he had the pleasure of meeting you and said you are a really sweet girl. Well, I have to get back to work. It will be great to see you again one day along with the rest of the people who have left us to get things ready for the big reunion. Uncle Al and I will always love you.
Love,
Nanny

Jolene Conlin

August 26, 2010

It's been four months and it just doesn't get any easier. In fact, I think in some ways it gets worse. (if that's possible at all). I still cry for you every day and miss you with all my heart. I know you are there and I do get your signs you send me . They do help some but I guess time is the only thing that will really help. There is so much that I have to say to you but I just don't know how. I do know that you know what is in my heart and that helps. We always did know what the other one was thinking. I think you for being there for your sister and your namesake. I know you always will take care of them and it gives me comfort knowing that. I miss not having to come home at 2:30 to meet the bus everyday. Some mornings I just drive around and watch the school kids get on the bus when they have late take in days. I know everyone still misses you alot but not like I do Des. My heart aches for you and the times we shared together. I know that you must be very busy up there but if you could come see me some day and let me know you are ok I would love it. Nanny was here today and she has been a really big help to me. She is always there for us and you know that. Aunt Beth has also been a big comfort to me since you left. She listens and just let's me cry when I need to. Tori has been great since you have been gone. She really misses you. She is even writing a paper about the two of you for school. That should make you feel good. Bosco still misses you but you would be proud of how Lacy is taking care of him. She is trying to fill your shoes as the big sister now and she says she misses you more. We all miss you baby girl and wish we could have had more time together. I know that we will all be together again soon and that is what makes this pain and emptiness I feel bearable. Kiss Papa and Grannie Pie for me and tell Cathy and Karly I said hi and send them my love. I love you and miss you with all my being baby girl. Love Grandma

August 15, 2010

Renee Hebert

August 15, 2010

Hello Des...The kids started back at school and I am now in a different classroom. I moved my things from my desk and the bottle of germ x that I gave you was still on my desk. Every time I look at my old desk, I think if you. Watch over your grandma and help her find peace in life. You and your grandma will always have a special place in my heart! I think God all the time for brionging you in my life. I feel you were placed in my life for a reason and I think I know what it was. Anyway, I love you Des and miss you so much!!!!! We will see eachother again and you can tell me all the answers you found out cause you were always full of questions that I was not able to answer for you.

Love You Des,

Ms. Hebert

Me and my Baby Girl

Jolene Conlin

July 13, 2010

I never knew how much a person could hurt or miss someone who is no longer in their lives. You may not be in my life any longer but you will always be a part of it. Everyone else seems to be moving on with their lives but me. I go to visit your grave everyday and read to you when I can but it doesn't help me much. I would give my own life if it would bring you back to us. I am so sorry that I couldn't make your life here perfect but I know that you know I did my best. I made mistakes and I hope you can forgive me. At least now you have all the answers you were always looking for. I long for the good and the bad times we had. You and I shared so much of our lives together. I don't think anyone can understand how I feel now that you are gone. You were and will always be my "baby girl". We all miss you and Bubba says "hey Des". Until we meet each other again. Love Grandma

Jolene Conlin

July 13, 2010

Renee Hebert

July 9, 2010

Destinie,
I think about you more and more. You truely have changed my outlook on life. You sure didn't worry about all the worries others worry about. You just simple took life as it is and tried your hardest to live it, and you did. I miss spending many lunches with you :) When you had something on your mind you wanted to do, you tried everthing in your power to get it done.

A special thanks to Cleo Wainwright for allowing this guestbook to stay online. This place has helped me in this grieving process and I know Destinie is VERY thankful for all of her family and friends here.

Love ya Destinie,

Ms Hebert

Jacinda, Harold & Brandi Bourgeois

July 2, 2010

Jolene and family,
Words can not express how sorry I am to hear of Destinie's passing. She was a very beautiful and loving child and one who never met a starnger. She touched many lives and will be remembered by all. Know that she at pease now with the Lord and watching over her entire family. May god give you comfort at this sorrowful time.

Darcey Callais

June 24, 2010

Dear Destinie, I'll always remember how friendly and chatty you were even to strangers. I'm glad you came into my life and that I got to know you. You will be missed and I will never forget you.

Mrs. Darcey

Michael Place

June 14, 2010

Destinie, your bright smile and direct, honest approach to life were lessons to those of us who sometimes forget to keep it simple in life. You approached life head on, never afraid to ask the hard questions and expected honest, straightforward answers. You are sorely missed and much loved.

Uncle Michael

Beverly Bell

June 7, 2010

Dearest Destinie,
We are all so sorry about what happened to you. We are also sad that you had so many problems to deal with when you were here. We believe that you are free from all those things now. I hope you are swimming with the dolphins, dancing or singing with Jesus and all the things you would love to do. You are precious and you will always be missed. We love you.
Aunt Bev

June 7, 2010

June 6, 2010

Destinie LeBlanc

June 6, 2010

Nanny & Uncle Al Wainwright

May 27, 2010

The Journey
You arrived here on Nov.9,1995
We were all so happy to finally meet you
But no one knew how you would really change our lives.

We watched you grow from a baby into a beautiful little girl
and with those beautiful eyes and unforgettable smile,
One day you'd change the world.

Before we knew it your a teenager, and a lot like most we know
You liked music and wondering what clothes to wear
And of course, asking "Grandma, can you fix my hair?"

We all had big plans for you,but litle did we know,
That God had other plans for you and it would soon be time for you to go.

You departed from here April 21,2010,
On you journey home to Jesus,
Back to where it all began.

Destinie, my darling, you loved to sing "You are my sunshine" and liked to sing it loud,
But YOU, my sweet child was our sunshine,
And for that, we will always be proud.

Although you left us with many a heavy heart,
We know that one day we'll all be together again,
NEVER more to part.

REST IN PEACE OUR SWEET CHILD.
By,
Cleo Wainwright

Renee Hebert

May 26, 2010

Yep...I still miss you Destinie and I keep saying to myself that you are happy and safe. I know you are watching everything and laughing at your classmates from Hurst because you and I both know they are definitely funny.

Veronica Smith

April 28, 2010

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.

donna duhe

April 28, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

kayleigh theriot

April 27, 2010

you are a good friend we will miss u very much

kayleigh theriot

April 27, 2010

in loving memorey of my freind destinie leblanc from kayleigh theriot....and all of our class mates at oaklawn jr high school love and peace from all of us gone but never will be forgotten

Renee Hebert

April 26, 2010

Destinie, we have so many memories. You are loved by so many and I love you. It is hard to believe that you were called home so early. I know you are happy and you are watching over your grandma, mom, and the rest of your family and friends. I have missed you so much since your last day at Hurst. I was so upset that I wasn't there for your last day at Hurst. Jolene, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If you ever need anything please call.

Abbrica Rhodes

April 26, 2010

I have such great memories of Destinie in my care years ago. Words cannot express how sorry I was to hear of Destinie's passing.

Abbrica Rhodes

Judy Trahan

April 26, 2010

In Loving Memory of Destinie LeBlanc

Keith Jackson

April 25, 2010

"We sometimes cry when we lose a love one, but you should rejoice to know that she in great care and that the LORD is take her to a better place were there is nomore suffering so be bless and your family too." Keith Jackson

Robey Vogler

April 25, 2010

Destinie, you are gone too soon! We are not supposed to bury our children! I know that you are resting in God's loving embrace! I pray that God will give comfort to this family at this sad time. Rest in Peace sweet angel!

Gerette & Penney Moore

April 25, 2010

Penney and I will miss you so much, Destinie, but knowing you are out of the pain of the world, and are an angel gives us great comfort. We love you unconditionally, and I will miss your knocks on my door at 2am. Jolene and Mark, you were her savior..... I love you, and please call me anytime.
Gerette & Penney

Elizabeth & Willie Newton

April 25, 2010

I cannot imagine the inconsolable grief the families are suffering. Our church is praying for all of you and we will continue to pray for the Lord to bring comfort and peace to your hearts. Rest in peace, sweet angel.

April 25, 2010

Our hearts like yours know the pain of losing a child. There are no words to ease your pain but in time your memories will dance in your head and tug on your heart bringing smiles and happiness. We pray God wraps His arms around your family giving you the strength and courgage to go forward. May your memories be comforting and plentiful for these will last a lifetime. I hope you can find comfort in "REMEMBER ME AND I WILL LIVE FOREVER." God bless your family.

Our Sympathy,
Another Grieving Family

Annette Gavigan

April 25, 2010

God Bless You and Rest In Peace Destiny.
Annette and Kaitlyn Gavigan

Staff of Alexander Funeral Home

April 23, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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