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Gewayne Mumphrey Obituary

Gewayne Davis Mumphrey entered eternal rest on Friday, July 26, 2024, at the age of 67. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Gewayne was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School, and Phillips College with an associate degree in Computer Programming. She was employed as a Medicaid Administrator. Beloved mother of Travis Mumphrey, Sr. Devoted grandmother of Travis Mumphrey, Jr. Daughter of the late Clarence Davis and Rosalie Winchester Royal. Sister of Cora Carter, Marion Bouton, Shelita Davis, and the late Curtis "Frog" Royal, Barbara Jefferson, Myra Davis, and Ora "Ivy Lee" Royal Decou. Mother in law of Joan Parker Mumphrey. Sister in law of Lionel Bouton, also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Little Zion Missionary Baptist Church #3, and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Little Zion Missionary Baptist Church #3 441 Wilson St. Marrero, LA on Friday August 2, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Norman D. Smith officiating, III. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the above named church. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery-Avondale, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com. Face Masks Are Recommended.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jul. 31 to Aug. 1, 2024.

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Shelita Marsh-Waker

August 3, 2024

Condolences to my cousin Travis Mumphrey Jr. during this time of bereavement of your grandmother. Also, I send my deepest sympathy to the rest of the family. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy will come in the morning. Hold on to God's unchanging hands.

Linda Joseph

August 2, 2024

Praying for you Travis and family. Loved always. You have deepest sympathy.

Pauline

August 1, 2024

Cora, You have my deepest sympathy for you and the entire family. Stay prayed up.
Love, Pauline

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Little Zion Baptist Church

441 Wilson St, Marrero, LA 70072

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441 Wilson St, Marrero, LA 70072

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