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Jerry Foxworth Obituary

FOXWORTH Born 6/20/1950 - Departed 1/29/2014 Jerry P. Foxworth, an educator, departed this life on Wednesday, January 29, 2014. Daughter of the late Marvin and Nancy Powell. Wife of the late Hertis Larry Foxworth. Mother of Bridget Foxworth and Tanise Adimu (Yusufu). Sister of Roberta Gholar, Mary Magee, Jean Johnson and Catherine Hammond. Six siblings preceded her in death. Grandmother of Amari, Ayinde and Akanni. Survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the memorial service on Monday, February 3, 2014 at Changing a Generation Full Gospel Baptist Church, 2731 Manhattan Blvd. Harvey, LA., at 7:30pm. Visitation at 6:30pm. Pastor Marvin Johnson to officiate. Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at New Damascus Baptist Church 279 Kokomo Rd., Kokomo, MS at 11:00am. Visitation will take place at 10:00am. Pastor Timothy Magee to officiate. Interment: New Damascus Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St. Gretna, LA. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Feb. 1 to Feb. 2, 2014.

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Denise Lucas Foxworth

February 7, 2014

Will always remember this wonderful,crazy lady, she was a friend as well as an aunt. I am thankful for the love she had for my daughters. We will miss her dearly. Praying for Bridget, Tanisa & Amari. God is out comforter. She taught us how to live, laugh and love.

Stormee Williams

February 5, 2014

Tanisa and family, I am praying for you. I'm so thankful for all the wonderful memories that you've shared with us over the years. God will definitely get you through this.

Melvina

February 4, 2014

Aunt Jerry will be missed by all who knew her.To have such a shining example in our family is a great blessing from GOD who is our strength during this difficult time. We love you "Miss Foxworth".

Audrey W Holmes

February 4, 2014

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

Marvette Colbert

February 4, 2014

Bridget, Tanise and family. I am sending love from the Colbert and Steib family. You are in our prayers and we are here for you. Ms. Jerry was a beautiful person inside and out and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. Love, Marvette

Nita Barnes

February 4, 2014

Bridget, Tanise and family,

My deepest condolences to you all for the lost of your love one. My prayers are with you all. Love ya'll stay strong.

February 3, 2014

To Jennifer Magee and the rest of the family of Mrs.Foxworth. Pray you comfort during your time of sorrow. Nisee "Spicy Cajun"

Bobbie green Webster

February 3, 2014

Aunt jerry you will be missed by so many I will never forget the song you sang for me when I were going through,so I thank you
For helping me stay focus on god.we love you forever

Jen Kitner

February 3, 2014

You will be missed. I am so lucky to have been your colleague and seen your teaching magic. You are a gem. Rest in peace.

Sherrel Compton

February 3, 2014

R.I.P Mrs. Foxworth!!! You will truly be missed. You was one of the nicest and caring teachers at 31. My prayers are with the entire family.

February 3, 2014

Auntie Jerry, my heart is truly sadden to hear that you've gone on HOME! You will be truly missed. I will never forget you when I was growing with that beautiful smile and spirit-filled laughter. You were always a beautiful person, in and out. Take your rest now, and say hello to my Mom and Dad for me! Love you 'til eternity.

Katie(Casey Branden)

Connie Weber

February 3, 2014

You are in good hands now Foxy. May you Rest in Peace!!!

Angela Gilliam

February 3, 2014

Made me feel like a daughter every time I saw her, Thank you for your example and your legacy through Bridget and Tanise.

Bertha Harris

February 3, 2014

May God be with Bridget, Tanise and the rest of the family at your time of sorrow. Jerry was a very sweet caring and loving person.

wensanner king

February 3, 2014

Foxworth you will be miss you are a loving person I'll see you on that mountain high missing your voice.

Alisha Hayes

February 3, 2014

Send prayers of strength and understanding to Mrs. Foxworth's family. She was a rare jewel that I'm just thankful that my children Skyler and Heaven had the opportunity to learn and grow from you. I'm so thankful for having the opportunity to learn and grow as a parent and as a co-worker. We love you and you will forever be in our hearts.

John Smith

February 3, 2014

To Bridget & Tanise: Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. I'm sorry to hear the lost of your mother. I say to you to "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not to thy own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him and he shall direct your paths".

Your First Choir Director - East Jerusalem BC Youth Choir
John A. Smith, Sr.(bka) Music Man

Maurice Haynes

February 3, 2014

"My condolence goes out to Ms.Foxworth's family.She was a true example of a Great Teacher"

Belinda Smith

February 3, 2014

My love to Ms.Foxworth's family. She touched my life and her smile will be forever engraved in my heart.

Joy Braud

February 2, 2014

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

Cassandra Powell

February 2, 2014

Bye Bye Aunt Jerry. See you on the other .

janell brown

February 2, 2014

You will be miss i only no you for a short time but the time been around was a blessing my grandkids &keedy will miss you .love alway vonnie &king.

Lakiecha,Avonta, and Darrell

February 2, 2014

You captured my heart,you loved and taught my children. I love you and our bond was as magical as you are! This is very hard but Father God I pray for her family! I've cried much but I know you're smiling and resting now! You stayed to the end and I am grateful to have had you in my life! Walking into that school is hard but I'll remember the times we shared and the coffee. Vonnie and King will really miss you!

William Cosey

February 2, 2014

Bridget, Tanise and family,

God is with you during this season. We will all miss Mrs. Jerry! We love you guys! Will and Jenelle

Rochana Kimble

February 2, 2014

I will pray for the family

Pixie magee-clemmons

February 2, 2014

my condolences to the family.just know God will see you through.

Donise Rodgers-Gladden

February 2, 2014

Dear Family of Jerry ,my name is Donise Rodgers Gladden,I graduated high school with Jerry at Marion Central High in 1968,I am now living in Monroe N.J.,MY SISTER CALLED TO TELL ME OF HER PASSING ,I am sending my Condolences to you ,and may Gods Grace and Mercy keep YOU at this time.

Selarstean Magee Mitchell

February 2, 2014

My sincerest condolences to the Powell family.

Ashley Stewart

February 2, 2014

Aunt Jerry words cannot express the pain UI felt when I heard you were gone. You inspired me to be the best that I can be and you are the reason I am now pursing education. I love you always Tut

Kaaren Chambers Temple

February 2, 2014

My Sincere COndolences to the family of Jerry Foxworth.

Janice Bridges-Wagner

February 2, 2014

To Bridget, Tanise and Aunt Mary and Powell family, you have my sincere condolences on the loss of your Mother, Sister and Aunt. Words cannot describe what you feel right now, for I now know the pain of losing a loved one. All I can say is "But God" he will see you through. Love you all and be blessed by the memories of this woman of God.

D'Antionette

February 2, 2014

Another angel received her wings cant cry nor weep cause I know God needed u more... To the Family stay strong and kno God is standing there with u thru this difficult time...... in jesus name

Channel Blunt

February 2, 2014

The Blunt family wishes to extend it's sincerest condolences to the Foxworth family during this most difficult time. We pray that God will comfort you and grant you peace in the times ahead. She will certainlybe missed.

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