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Fay Ann Weller Coleman obituary

Fay Coleman Obituary

COLEMAN Fay Ann Weller Coleman passed away Saturday, August 27, 2011 at the age of 68 after a long battle with kidney failure. She was born on September 12, 1942 in New Orleans. She was predeceased by her mother Dorothy Kertz Weller, her father Lucien Ernest Weller, and her former spouse James Clarence Coleman. She was a long time resident of River Ridge, 43 years, and active choir and board member of Little Farms United Church of Christ in River Ridge. She graduated from Alcee Fortier High School in 1961. She was the previous co-proprietor of Foodway, Inc., Metairie, and Mama's Place, Inc., Metairie. She was a member of the Red Hat Road Runners of River Ridge and "The Early Birds" Homemakers Club. She is survived by her daughters Deborah Ferraro (Keith), Stephanie Long (Paul), and Stacy Coleman (Wayne); granddaughters Megan Schmidt and Paige Coleman; brothers David Weller (Carol), Lucien Weller (Sandy), and Glenn Weller (Laura); and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to say a special thank you to those who took such good care of her at East Jefferson General Hospital and River Region Hospice Center. Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 30th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm and Wednesday, August 31st from 10:00am to 12:00pm with a service to follow, at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home. The burial will proceed to Valence Cemetery in New Orleans. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation in memory of Fay are sent to Little Farms United Church of Christ, 135 Sauve Rd., River Ridge, LA 70123. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Aug. 29 to Aug. 30, 2011.

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Denise Carson-Johnston

September 1, 2011

Stacy, I am so sorry about your mom, but she is no longer in pain, or struggling. My prayers go out to you and your family, during this painful time.

Chasidy Johnson

August 31, 2011

Stacy and Paige- We only had the priveledge of meeting "MawMaw" on a couple of occassions. She was truly extraordinary. I know you are hurting, but please try to take comfort in knowing that she no longer is. Your entire family is in our thoughts. God Bless you all! Chasidy, Paul, and Treyton

Wanda Cambre

August 31, 2011

Debbie, I am so sorry to have read about the passing of your Mom. Mrs. Fay was such a sweet lady. I remember her from being downstairs with you and from her coming to the cardiologist. Prayers for you and you family.

carla ducombs

August 30, 2011

Iam so sorry about your loss of your mother.She was a very nice person. I have knew her when Iwas just a kid Iam Mrs Carol Bordelon child my name is CarlaB Ducombs.

Capt Ron & Heather

August 30, 2011

I can still see Fay with her elbows up into the seafood pasta salad. We will miss you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Sue and Lionel Fayard

August 30, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Monique Alley

August 30, 2011

Paige and Megan,
Please know that you are also in our thoughts and prayers, and we extend our deepest sympathy for your loss. She was so very proud of both of you and your accomplishments. May you find comfort in knowing that she is now free from the burdens of her tired little body and now is a beautiful guardian angel whose spirit will live in your soul forever.

Bruce LeBlanc

August 30, 2011

Dear Stephine,Stacy and Debbie. I am very sorry to have learned of your mother passing. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

leanne drake vidrine

August 29, 2011

fay ann and i grew up together. we lived next door to each other and went to school together at live oak and fortier . although we have not spoken in several years she has always been and always will be in my prayers. she was a great lady and i will always love her. i know she will be happy in heaven because she always managed to be happy where ever she was . please accept my condolences on your loss but know she is in a better place

Red Hat Road Runners of River Ridge

August 29, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Michael Holt

August 29, 2011

Our Prayers goes out to you Stephanie and your family. May God Bless You and Keep you for this is our prayer.

August 29, 2011

Our Sincere condolences to your extended family.
Fortier High School Class of 1960 and
The Reunion Committee.

Mary Alice Trosclair Duffard

Monique Alley

August 29, 2011

Debbie, Steph & Stacy, we are so sorry for the pain in your hearts over losing your mom, but we are glad that she is no longer suffering. She endured a long, hard battle with her kidneys, and now she is at peace, at last. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers and hope that you will find some comfort in knowing that she is in God's hands now and comfortable for eternity. God bless you and your families. Terry, Monique, BJ, Josh & Dillon

Mary Treadway

August 29, 2011

Fay Is In A Much Better World Than This One.

There, She Will Be Free From All The Pain, Suffering And The Agony She Quietly Endured While Here.

Upon Her Arrival, There Will Be A Grand Celebration Given In Her Honor, By All Of Those Who Preceded Her.

We Should All Pray For The Repose Of Her Immortal Soul.

May God Bless Her Family, And God Bless Fay Ann Weller Coleman.

Josie Bernard

August 29, 2011

Stephanie,

I am so sorry to hear about your Mother. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Josie Bernard

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