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Joyce Brenda Thompson

1945 - 2019

Joyce Brenda Thompson obituary, 1945-2019, Gretna, LA

BORN

1945

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Davis Mortuary Service - Gretna

230 Monroe St.

Gretna, Louisiana

Joyce Thompson Obituary

Joyce Brenda Thompson entered into eternal rest on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at the age of 74. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Devoted mother of Alton, Sr. (Annabell), Tammy Thompson, and the late Joann Thompson. Daughter of the late Monroe Thompson and Gladys Cole. Granddaughter of the late James and Bertha Cole and Pastor Mansfield. Sister of Pastor Thomas (Barbara) Cole, Carolyn Oliver of Desoto, TX, Debra Celestine, and Gwendolyn (Lee) Wilson. Niece of the late Doretha Patterson. Sister in law of the late Albert Celestine, also survived by 13 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers, and members of Fischer Community Church, True Love Full Gospel, The Potter's House of Dallas, TX, Household of Faith, Mt. Zion Baptist Church and neighboring churches; employees of NV Freight of Countryside, IL, Butler Transport of Kansas City, KS, Brinks of Desoto, TX, Ochsner Hospital, UMC ,and St. Luke Nursing Home are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Fischer Community Church 1737 L. B. Landry Ave. New Orleans, LA on Friday, June 7, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Pastor James Nelson Brown officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.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. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jun. 5 to Jun. 7, 2019.

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Mattie Terrell Parker

June 10, 2019

As the days and weeks pass as you return to life routine,may u continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.Take comfort in knowing that your sister have a special guardian angel to watch over her.

CHERYL CARTER

June 9, 2019

My heartfelt sympathy to Brenda's family . Praying for comfort and strength for you all . God bless .

Barbara Trevigne

June 7, 2019

Condolences to Joyce's family and friends. My prayers are with all of you.

Barbara Trevigne

June 7, 2019

So sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to her family and friends. She was truly loved.

REV. DR. LILLIAN HENDERSON-ALEXANDER

June 7, 2019

YOU ALL HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY, AND EMPATHY OVER THE DEPARTURE OF BRENDA. LOVE ALWAYS, MR. DONALD & REV. DR. LILLIAN HENDERSON-ALEXANDER.

BARBARA SIMMONS-OSBORNE

June 6, 2019

With sincere sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief. May your memories of Brenda warm your heart and may God's loving kindness comfort you and grant you peace. RIP BRENDA and take your rest, a life well lived.

Ramona Banks

June 6, 2019

To the family, you all have my deepest sympathy. May you find peace and comfort in the word of God and in the love and support of family and friends during this difficult time. Much Love,

Alida Simmons-Blunt

June 5, 2019

Rest in God's Peace, Brenda. You always wore that perpetual smile and extended kind words and encouragement each time we met. I will remember you for that! May the family find consolation in knowing she is with GOD.

gloria allen-brown

June 5, 2019

To this family,
My sincere condolences goes out to you, at the loss of your loved one. I will continue to pray with you and for you.
Gloria Allen-Brown

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Jun

7

Visitation

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Fischer Community Baptist Church

1737 L. B. Landry Ave., New Orleans, LA 70053

Jun

7

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Fischer Community Baptist Church

1737 L. B. Landry Ave., New Orleans, LA 70053

Funeral services provided by:

Davis Mortuary Service - Gretna

230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA 70053

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