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Elaine Conley Obituary

Elaine Simon Conley an Attorney at Law departed this life to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at her home surrounded by family on Wednesday, October 30, 2013. Daughter of the late Dave and Lee Anner Beasley Simon. Loving wife of Errol B. Conley of 28 years. Sister of Dave Simon, Jr. (Susan), Betty S. Vincent (Charles), Essie S. Hennie (Donnie), Sheila S. Hamilton (Rhett Sr.) Dorothy Simon. Sister in law of Abraham J. Pitts, Jr. (Valerie). Aunt of Felicia, Shante Simon, Jeanell H. Tudor (Dexter), Laticia Watson, Anisha Roussel, Delicia Austin (Joel), Gary Dugue Jr. (Nicole), Jarrell, Darnell, Rhett Hamilton Jr., Josiah Morgan, Henry Frederick, Tichelle, Joshua and Abraham J. Pitts III. Daughter in law of the late Hazel Pitts and Harold W. Conley (Deborah). Also survived 3 great-nephews Marquise Guitroz, Gary Dugue, III, Rhett Hamilton, III; 9 great-nieces Deja Sawyer, Jordyn and Gabrielle Dugue, LeAnna and Dakota Hamilton, Lillian and Kaitlyn Hardy, Jada Roussel, Iyanna Austin and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, Officers and Members of Mount Zion United Methodist Church. Staff of Scheuermann and Jones, LLC, City of New Orleans Administrative Hearing Center, City of New Orleans Bureau of Treasury, McDonogh #35 High School, American Red Cross McKinney, TX are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Mount Zion United Methodist Church, 2722 Louisiana Ave, New Orleans, LA on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at 10:00 am. Visitation from 9:00 am until 10:00 am. Reverend Sonya R. Lars, Senior Pastor Officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery & Mausoleum. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Nov. 6 to Nov. 7, 2013.

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Sheila

October 31, 2024

Good morning,
Another year has passed by, and I continue to miss you more and more each day. So much is happening especially in politics. We would have had a field day discussing this madness. lol I know you and Betty are up there rolling with it though. Holla at hubby and the others for me! Love you my dear, sista! 2024

Gary Dugue'

January 3, 2024

Happy Heavenly B'day Snl... Continue Your Rest in Jesus!!!!

Sheila

January 2, 2024

Hi Sista,
Happy Heavenly birthday. You are missed so much!. I love you dearly, continue to be our guardian angel.

Buddy

December 27, 2023

Love you much

Buddy

December 27, 2023

Love you much happy birthday

Sheila

October 30, 2023

Hi sista, I miss you so much. I thunk about you everyday and miss our chats and you keep8ng me informed of the cities shenanigans. Love ya

Sheila

October 30, 2022

Dear Lanie, another year has passed and missing you isn't any easier. I know you and Betty are having yall political debates so that makes me smile. Love you my sister. Baby sis Sheila.

Sheila

January 2, 2022

Dear Lanie,
Missing you more each day. I know you are in a better place...no more suffering, worries and all this mess on earth. Continue to watch over us, Happy Birthday, Love you!

Gary Dugue'

October 31, 2021

Continue getting your rest Snl. May God continue blessing your soul. You are sorely missed yet loved by all. Bnl Due.

Sheila

October 30, 2021

Dear Lanie, Its not a day that goes by I don't think about you. I miss you so much. I know by now you and the love of my life are up there having yall intellectual conversations. You have another great-niece added to the tree Ahmi Rose. She is one more. lol. Continue to be our guardian angels. Love you my sista!

Sheila Hamilton

November 2, 2020

Sister, its now 7 years since you are gone. So much has happened in our lives. We miss you so much and I miss talking and laughing with you. Betty and Essie are the new reporters for events. Take care of our love ones up there. Loving you Sis, Sheila

Sheila Hamilton

October 30, 2019

Hi sista, not a day passes I don't think about you. I miss all the laughs and daily talks about everything. I know you are my guardian angel watching over all of us. Kiss mom and dad for me. Love ya more!

October 31, 2018

Hi Lanie,
Just stopping by to let you know we have another addition to the family. Baby Dj.
You would be so proud of all of them. Missing you everyday! Continue to watch over us and keep us safe in your angel wings. Love, Lil Sis... Sheila 10/31/2018.

Donna MacLeod Thompson

October 16, 2016

Mrs Elaine was my Law Teacher at career com for business ...she was the best teacher I have ever had...I will forever be remembered...condolences to her family

September 20, 2016

Sister,
Just wanted you to know your great nieces and nephews are growing up beautifully. You would love LeAnna. She acts just like Jarrell (Lil Magic). Lil Rhett is his father's child, very mild mannered and lovable. Dakota is a ball of energy, the next track star and gymnast. Love you.

Felicia Burgess (Ex. Client )

September 15, 2016

Mr Errol and Family, My Deepest Condolences to the entire family. I may have talked to Mrs Conley twice during the time you Mr Conley was handling my legal matters. She was a sweet, kind and beautiful soul. Though I didn't know her personally, she spoke to me as if she knew me a long time. it's been years since I last seen you in the Winn Dixie on Chef Hwy (was our run into spot) my daughter was always crying for junk food, you use to tell me to give her what she wanted. And Katrina ran everyone away I remembered the great Attorney's that I had all these years! therfore I will keep you Mr Errol and your family in prayer and I know Ms Elaine's memories will keep you strong!

Rhett & Sheila Hamilton

October 30, 2015

Dear Sister,
Still seem so unreal that I don't have you to call and talk to daily. I miss you so much. I know God truly needed an angel to watch over us when he took you away so suddenly. Wish I had more time to tell you how much I love and miss you. Thinking about you always. Love,
Sheila

August 6, 2015

(Just saw this and) I am truly very sorry about Elaine's passing. She was a very sweet person and I know she will be missed greatly. My condolences to all of you in your time of sorrow. R.I.P. cousin.
Linda Simon Walker

May 18, 2015

Remembering our wedding day 30 years ago today.
Love Conley

December 31, 2014

Sista, its not a day go by that I don't think about you and the little things that made my day when you would call. I miss talking to you so much and getting the daily news hot off the press from you. I miss and love you, however I know I have a special angel watching over me. Happy Birthday

December 27, 2014

Lainey, thinking of you on what would have been your 54th birthday. In fact I think about you daily.
Love Conley

May 18, 2014

We began our marriage together hand in hand and 10392 days later it ended the same way. Today, May 18, 2014,would have been our 29th wedding anniversary. I love you and still think of you everyday I am allowed to breath.
Conley

Gwen "Muzzy" Brown

May 13, 2014

I found out today that my good friend Elaine passed away last year. I talked to her last year, and she never mentioned that the cancer came back.Sheila please call me for I am stunned right now. Your sister and I shared many laughs and sorrows- going all the way back from McD# 42 to UNO days. I will miss her so much.

January 9, 2014

Sister,
I think about you everyday. I miss you so much.
Love,
Sheila

December 27, 2013

To my beloved sister, today Dec 27, 2013. We would be celebrating your birthday. Now, we are celebrating a life well lived. Missing you more than you will ever know. Love,

Rhett, Sheila, Rhett Jr., Jarrell, D.J., Rhett III, LeAnna & Dakota

December 27, 2013

To my wife, Elaine Simon Conley, on her 53rd birthdate who I think of endlessly.
You have a beautiful soul that will live on through your family and the scores of souls you touched on a daily basis.
I miss you so and will love you forever!!
Conley

November 29, 2013

Elaine , what a smile you brought the sunshine!!!

Rhonda H. Miller

Anita Mims

November 9, 2013

Auntie Elaine In Heaven now. She will be greatly missed!

Cynthia Delone

November 8, 2013

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

November 8, 2013

Errol,
I am so sorry to hear of Elaine's passing. There are no words to express my sorrow. I feel that I had a special relationship with Elaine even though we didn't talk often. My prayers are with you.

Sylvia

Deidre Mills Collins

November 8, 2013

Essie, Errol, and the Simon Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Essie thank you for allowing me to be a part of your wonderful family to meet Elaine. She was my attorney and a very nice person. May the peace of God which passes all understanding keep your hearts and mind in Christ Jesus.

Cynthia McNealy-Kumaraswamy

November 8, 2013

Essie and family; I'm so very sorry for the loss of your dear loved one.

Kym Hawkins

November 8, 2013

I will miss and forever cherish the memory me and Elaine shared. She had a wonderful sense of humor and she kept in REAL!. Tough woman and she was a fighter too. One of her favorite saying where, "SIR AND MA'AM SIT DOWN!!!" with strong conviction ... lol. my God I'm going to miss her and wish Errol peace. Your lil brother and Friend, " Mr. Kym, New Orleans.

D. Brown

November 8, 2013

Errol,

Earth has no sorrow heaven cannot heal! I know it is tough, but keep looking to the hills for help.

Marlene Miller

November 7, 2013

Essie I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Maria Julianna Auzenne

November 7, 2013

My deepest sympathies to Errol and family. You are in my prayers. I feel truly blessed to have known Elaine. My you find peace and comfort in the knowledge that she now is experiencing the joy of being with our Lord.

Gwendolyn Parker White

November 7, 2013

To the Conley and Simon Family;
May you find comfort in knowing that your loved one lives on in so many beautiful ways. Remember a life that has made a difference in so many other lives will be well remembered and a person who turned the spirit of God's love into living action will be well revered.

Ann Godfrey

November 7, 2013

To the Simon Family its been many years. But still have memories of the family. Youll have my deepest sympathy. Dorothy , Buddie,Essie,Sheila.Elaine an I shared class at Mcdonogh 42. She was very sweet and intelligent person.We went to High School together. But i want the family to know we have another Angel watching over us. God Bless.

Iris Jones

November 6, 2013

Essie, my prayers goes out to you and your family. May God continue to bless you.

Robert Smith

November 6, 2013

Dave, You and your family have our sympathy and may God bless you all.
Robert Smith Sr. and Family

Wanda Grsnt-Milton

November 6, 2013

Essie,May God be a constant comfort to you and the entire Simon family during this time of bereavement."To be absent from the body,is to be present with the Lord".Rest in Paradise Elaine.

Valerie Hightower

November 6, 2013

HI Errol:

God has called his little angel home and we shall truly miss her earthly presence. You are in my prayers.

May God's grace always comfort you.
Valerie J. Hightower, Esq.

Mr Johnny L. Stalbert

November 6, 2013

How, sorry, I am ( Elaine ); For, it was, at ( John McDonogh, Sr High School ) where, we meet; All of ( 3, yrs ) you were, in my ( Home - Room, Class ) , ( 1975 - 1978 ). She, was, a top ( 10, Student ) , y'all; myself, well, I'm no slouch, either.

Bye, Boo...

Steven Newsome

November 6, 2013

With deepest sympathy from our family to yours and may the love of God comfort you in your time of sorrow

Cynthia Quillens-Dorsey

November 6, 2013

Simon and Conley Family,
Earth has no sorrow, that Heaven cannot heal. GOD can heal a broken heart. I am praying GOD's strength for all of you, I know HE will do it. Love, hugs and prayers. The Quillens Family.

November 6, 2013

To Errol and Family:
Words can't convey my feelings. Elaine and I shared so many fun times in Law School as members of the "Friday Night Crew". I hear her laughing saying "Peoples, now you know"! Please know that my prayers are with you. May you all Be Blessed. What a wonderful spirit! Elaine, may the Peace of GOD be upon You as you take rest.

Brenda L. Peoples
Salisbury, NC

November 6, 2013

TO MRS. HAMILTON SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR SISTER YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN GOOD PEOPLE.

ALWAYS JADE FISHER

November 6, 2013

May the peace of God, which passes all understanding keep your hearts and mind. I will cherish the memory of a wonderful person. Love you Uncle Errol and my Simon Family.
Cynt

Alicia Logan Williams

November 6, 2013

Sending my condolences to the Simon & Conley families...may God continue to comfort you in your time of grief and bereavement.

Temea Johnson

November 6, 2013

Errol,

Sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

November 6, 2013

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

November 6, 2013

To Essie,Dorothy,Buddie and Family, you have my deepest sympathy and you're in my prayers. Joy LaCabe

Alice Robichaux

November 6, 2013

Our heart felt prayers to the Simon family. We now have another angel watching over us . With deepest sympathy,from our family to yours , Alice

delica austin

November 6, 2013

May the God of all comfort bring comfort and peace. We will rejoice together with her in our Fathers home in heaven someday.

Gwendolyn Mahdee

November 6, 2013

She's eating angel food cake in heaven right about now.I pray for strength for the family in their time of sorrow.

Nadine Bezue-Fletcher

November 5, 2013

To Essie and the Simon family. My heart and prayers go out to you. You have my deepest sympathy. She is with your mom and dad and they are smiling.

Dorinda Dorsey

November 5, 2013

Sheila & Dottie, I am so sorry about the passing of your sister. Please know that you all are in my prayers.

Jacqueline Gilliard

November 5, 2013

Essie I am praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Know that God is with you.

eugenia brown

November 5, 2013

GOD's comfort and peace to the Simon and Conley Families.

Rebecca Harris-Smith

November 5, 2013

Essie:
I pray that God's love provide you and your family, peace during your time of sorrow.

God Bless You,

Shirley, Nakiya & Devon Coakley

November 5, 2013

To the Conley/Simon family,our prayers are with you at this most difficult time. May the passage of time heal your grief.Please accept our heartfelt condolences.

pamela dickerson

November 5, 2013

may the lord bless you and your family in this time of sorrow

Johnny L. Stalbert

November 5, 2013

Hey ( Elaine ) I'm, going, to miss, you... All of our ( 3,yrs ) at ( John McDonogh ) we were, in the same ( Home - Room, Class; 1978 )

November 5, 2013

To Simon Family,
You have my deepest sympathy during this time of bereavement May your memories bring you comfort.

Lynell and Danny Smith

Dr. Janice F. Moore

November 5, 2013

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

Gary & Julia Dugue'

November 5, 2013

Errol and Family

You all have my sincere condolences.

Philippians 3:20-21

But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself.

Wanda Dugue'-Pouncy

November 5, 2013

To the Conley and Simon Families:

May the Lord uplift your spirits and comfort your hearts with peace in this time of sorrow.

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