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Duffie Funches Obituary

Duffie Mae Jones Funches, transitioned from this earthly life to her eternal home on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, at age 90. Sister Funches was preceded in death by her parents William and Mattie Jones, her beloved husband Ether (Jimmy) Funches, two sons; James (Jimmy Jr.) Funches, and Larry D. Funches Sr., five brothers, and nine sisters. She was the loving mother of Duffie Jean (James), Lydia F. McCoy (Leroy), and Arthur Funches. Also survived by one daughter-in-law Selina Funches, ten grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews,relatives and friends. Sister Funches was a dedicated member of the Greater St. Rose Missionary Baptist Church for over 65 years located in the lower ninth ward. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Celebration of Life honoring Sister Duffie Funches on Saturday, December 23, 2017 for 9:00 AM, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 701 Huey P. Long Ave. Gretna, Louisiana, 70053. Visitation will begin at 8:00 AM. Interment, Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Noily Paul, Jr., Officiating. Arrangements entrusted to: Charbonnet-Labat-Glapion. Charbonnet Funeral Directors, 504-581-4411

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Dec. 21 to Dec. 23, 2017.

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Dorothy Kimble

December 14, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will love you and miss you always aunt Duffie.

M. Celestine

December 14, 2022

You always hear 'time heals all wounds', but does it really? I miss you more and more with each and every day that passes. I would give anything to have one more moment with you talking about everything under the sun while the latest Jerry Springer episode played in the background (haha).
Love you Momo forever and always.

Dorothy Kimble

December 17, 2019

Aunt Duffie there is not a day that pass, that I dont't think about you. I remember the long talks we had and the faithfulness in God that you shared with me. Thank you for showing me love, and sharing your strength and devotion to family.
I truly miss you.

Rosemary Garcia Sanders

December 16, 2019

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Ellis Brown

December 24, 2017

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Ms. Duffie. We are praying for the family and sending our deepest sympathy. Ellis and Cookie Brown. Tylertown MS

Randy Sr,Randy Jr,and Tiffani Black

December 23, 2017

We extend our condolences and deepest sympathy to the family,May the LORD be with you all in this time of need.

Nova Chapuis

December 23, 2017

Duffie Jean and family, your Mother will be truly missed.Her smile and laugh was contagious. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. Heaven has gained another Angel.

Rose Garcia Sanders

December 22, 2017

Mother Funches thank you, for all
The Love you shared with the
Desire Community most of our
youthful years.
You are our God Fearing Angel.
We are Blessed to have you
In our lives.
We Love You ....
May You Rest In Paradise,
Mother Funches.
To The Family, Our prayers .

December 22, 2017

Lydia you are family and mom will always be family and one of the loves of my life sorry she's gone but we know she's in a better place.Our sympathy for you and the family from your brother in Christ Phillip and the Steward family

Rev.& Mre. Sam J. Johnson

December 22, 2017

To Lydia and Family, our prayers are with you. We pray that God will give you strength. Remember weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.

Dorothy Jackson-West

December 22, 2017

To Lydia my best friend, my condolences to you and your family. Mrs. Funches will truly be missed. I loved and adored her like she was my Mom. She always made me laugh, always made me feel at home and she always had a Godly word of wisdom.

December 22, 2017

Deepest sympathy to Lydia and family from Bernadine James Harrell, Louise James, Melvina Keller. Will always remember the good times we had at King Solomon B.C. Enjoyed listening to your mom talk about the Lord.

Mattie Jones

December 22, 2017

Aunt Duffie, You will always be in our minds and hearts. We love you and miss you and will always cherish the love and kindness that you bestowed on us.

Mary Gable, Martin

December 22, 2017

To: My childhood friend and elementary classmate at Helen S Edwards, you have my deepest sympathy.

December 22, 2017

Duffie:
We shall always remember your mother from our family trip. She was always full of smiles.
Charlie & Betty Dunbar

Brenda Cantrell

December 21, 2017

Lydia I shall always remember your mother with a big smile and her love and devotion for her family. God bless you all. Hold to God's unchanging hand! BFF

Myles Mensah

December 21, 2017

Missing you more and more each day.

Dorothy Kimble

December 21, 2017

Aunt Duffy had a special way that warmed the hearts of everyone who knew her, and the qualities that made her the wonderful person she was, and has left me with precious memories. She taught me how to make a jelly cake, candied yams and greens. She was a wonderful cook. May your own memories be a comfort to you now and throughout the days to come. May God bless you and family in this time of sorrow.

December 20, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family.
May the God of love, console your
grieving heart during the loss of
your precious beloved one.
During the challenging days ahead,
may the God of loving kindness,
give you the needed strength to
endure.
My sincere and heartfelt prayers
are with you.
(Psalms 121)

TE, New Orleans, Louisiana

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Visitation

8:00 a.m.

Mt. Zion Baptist Church

701 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, LA 70116-2936

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23

Celebration of Life

9:00 a.m.

Mt. Zion Baptist Church

701 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, LA 70116-2936

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