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Emma "Aunt Sweet" Allen

Emma "Aunt Sweet" Allen obituary, New Orleans, LA

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Emma Allen Obituary

Emma "Aunt Sweet" Allen, on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 was called home to be with the Lord at the age of 82. Born in Smithdale, Mississipppi, she was the daughter of the late Jack Williams and Alice Williams. She was a member of Loving Four Baptist Church Tabernacle and Humble Travelers Gospel Singers of NOLA. Mother of Ruth (Kevin) Bailey, Bessie (William) Taylor, Alice (Louis-deceased) Torregano, Kina (Kendrick) Wilson, William, Jimmy, Janice and Antonio (Debbie) Allen. Sister of Velma Winchester (Emeal), Jack Williams and Alton Williams. She is also survived by a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, Officers and Members of Loving Four Baptist Tabernacle of NOLA, Beacon Light of Hammond, Little Zion Baptist Church of NOLA, Humble Travelers Gospels Singers, New Orleans Spiritualettes Gospel Singers, employees of Unity Nursing Home, Coke Cola Co., Arden Cahill School in Gretna, LA. and Covenant Nursing Home are all invited to attend the Home Going Celebration on Saturday, February 4, 2017 at 10:00am at Little Zion Baptist Church (host Church) 4821 Audubon St. Rev. Walter Hardy, Pastor and Reverend Matthew Tanner, Jr. officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00am. Interment in Restlawn Park Cemetery in Avondale, LA. Professional Arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary (504) 523-5872.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Feb. 1 to Feb. 4, 2017.

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Nici Allen

July 13, 2017

Wow I can say these passed 28 years was the best years of my life. You taught me everything & listen to all my problems. You got to meet your great grandkids & they love & miss you so much. I'm doing good in my catering venture. Thanks for playing a major part in my life.

Your grand daughter,street runner Nici

Janice Allen

March 24, 2017

I know that God makes no mistake & His will must be done. You have given me so much strength momma it don't even seem real. Take your rest honey. I know I loved you dearly but God loved You more than I could ever. I was also Greatfull He gave me many years to enjoy & love our time. So now all I have I memories. They are the best. Miss you so much.

Casandra Sparrow

February 8, 2017

Jimmy and Ruth, to you and the rest of the family. You have my sincere and deepest sympathy and condolences...I pray the Holy Spirit will strengthen and keep you. The Lord will keep you in perfect peace, just keep your mind on Him. With love.

J

February 5, 2017

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

AUGUST DUNKLEY

February 4, 2017

TO THE ALLEN FAMILY MY CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS MAY GOD BE WITH YOU

Patricia Lang

February 3, 2017

RIH Ms. Sweet (Grams)

Joyce Lyons

February 3, 2017

My condolences to the Allen Family.
May Your Memories Bring You Comfort.
"Earth has no sorrow, that heaven can not heal".

February 3, 2017

Still smiling from the heart because of great memories.

Antoinette Baldwin

February 3, 2017

Ruth we are sorry for your loss.... Praying for you all.

Larry and Jeanette Chase

February 2, 2017

Our condolences...sorry for your loss to the Allen family! Praying for you Antonio and your family!

India Scott

February 2, 2017

To the Allen Family sending my love and condolences may God steghthen you all at this time of need Iam praying for you much love.

Monique Russ Jenkins

February 2, 2017

Praying for strenght and comfort for you and your family. You have my deepest condolences.

Deborah Marshall Charles

February 1, 2017

My family and I are praying for your strength in the Lord as you go through this time of your lost.

Debbie McNair-Allen

February 1, 2017

Momma Emma was a good, funny woman who loved life! I am so grateful to to have met and known her. We shared so much in such a short time. She's at peace. You will always have a place in my heart. So glad I showed you love. I'm glad to know that you loved me!

Becky Horton- Williams

February 1, 2017

My condolences to Kina and other family members and friends. You all will be in my family's prayers.

Sonia Rose Brown

February 1, 2017

I pray God keep you All and Strengthen you during this tough departure of your Sweet mother, may she rest in Heaven with The Lord.

Felicia McPherson

February 1, 2017

It's been many years since I've seen you. The last time I did, you told me "I know why Kina love you, you have those big ol eyes".....lol. I just want to say thank you for always being nice to me & giving me my Nanny....rest on Ms. Sweet (grandma) you will be surely missed ❤❤

Tina (Robinson) Dounseroux

February 1, 2017

Cousin sweet you were one of a kind a loveable person. I enjoyed every conversation we had get your rest.

Tina (Robinson) Dounseroux

February 1, 2017

Cousin sweet you were one of a kind a loveable person. I enjoyed every conversation we had get your rest.

Tatika

February 1, 2017

During this difficult time may you & your family be comforted by the God of peace & tender mercies.

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