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Ella Massey Obituary

MASSEY Ella Massey departed this life at her residence on Monday, December 14, 2009. Wife of Anderson C. Massey, Sr. Mother of Katherine Irvin, Gertrude Williams both of Baton Rouge, LA., Charlotte Mack of Knoxville, TN., Pricella Clayton of Lawton, OK., Constance Johnson of Harvey, LA., Ava Richardson of Baton Rouge, LA., Desirai Smith of Harvey, La., Felton Ware Of Tucson, AZ., and Anderson C. Massey Jr., of Baton Rouge, LA. Aunt of James Lewis of CA. Also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 83 years, a native of Ethel, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Progressive Ministries and Christian Life Bible Church of Gretna, and neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral service at Progressive Ministries, 437 Cohen St., Marrero, La., on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 10:00a.m. Pastor Sterling Mealancon officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery-Avondale, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Dec. 18, 2009.

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Yolanda Howard

December 21, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of your lost. I have been where you are. Please know that your tears are just temporarily. God is going to wipe all your tears away. Remember the good times. She was a wonderful woman who raised wonderful children. With all my love and support.

Shirley Moses

December 19, 2009

May the love of God and the comfort of the Holy Spirit keep you in this time of sorrow. God bless you all.

December 18, 2009

My prayers are with all of you....and just think of your love one and smile and share all the beautiful memories that she has left with you...for she is not alone....God will be with her. Emily Dejoie.....Zachary, La.

Marion & Valencia Thomas

December 18, 2009

To the Entire Massey Family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great loss. Mrs. Massey was an incredible woman with a great smile and a beautiful heart. We always stopped by to say "Hi" when we were in town. Even in her illness, she was happy, welcoming, godly, beautiful and strong. We will miss her.

PHEOLIA JOHNSON

December 18, 2009

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

Jeanne' George

December 18, 2009

May God bless you and comfort your hearts. My prayers are with you.
"Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known. And the peace of God which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds through Christ Jesus (Philipians 4:6-7).

Malcom Hill Sr. & Family

December 18, 2009

With heartfelt sympathy we are keeping you in our prayers, and trusting that God will bring you comfort in the days ahead.

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