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Lorraine Ricks Obituary

Lorraine Sorrell Ricks entered eternal rest on Friday, October 21, 2022, at the age of 73. She was born in Chicago, IL and died in New Orleans, LA. She is preceded by her parents Marjorie and James Edwards, Sr., sister Rose Marie Edwards, brother James Edwards, Jr. and great-granddaughter, Alexis Celestine. She leaves to cherish her memories her husband, Kelvin Ricks, her son Manfard (Cheryl) Sorrell, her adopted son, Eldric (Keisha) Washington, sisters, Veronica (Dennis) Galbreth, Diane (Hashim-Abdul Salaam) Harrell, granddaughter, Mantrell Celestine, grandson, Eli Washington, 2 great-granddaughters, 1 great-grandson, nieces and nephews. She was a member of Haven Methodist Church, she was a very caring and giving person she was known as "Sweet Lorraine" and "Lo", she was a wonderful cook and entertainer. There will be a big gap in our lives without her, she will be sadly missed and always hold a place in our hearts. Family and Friends of are all invited to attend her Memorial Service on Monday, October 31, 2022, from 12:00 PM until 2:00PM at Professional Funeral Services, 1449 N. Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116. Services Entrusted to the Caring Staff of: Professional Funeral Services "Families First" 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116, 504-948-7447. Please visit www.pfsneworleans.com to Sign Guestbook.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Oct. 28, 2022.

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Shervette Weary

October 22, 2024

Ma its feels so strange to not be able to pick up the phone and catch up on whatever´s going on.missing you immensely Ma , we shall see each other again

Morrea Hunter

November 4, 2022

I am so sorry for your loss! She will be missed.
Morrea Hunter

Michelle Thornton

November 1, 2022

To Mr. Kelvin and the family, I'm sorry for your loss. I pray that God continues to walk with you all during your time of grief. I loved her and will truly miss hearing her call out "Missy" where ever she may have seen me and asking about "big poppa." We shared plenty of memories on Apple st. and I will forever cherish them in my heart. Ms. Lorraine you're reunited with all of your loved ones including Ms. Leasha, tell her I said hi and that she is missed dearly. Until we meet again, rest well :(

Shervette

October 31, 2022

I cooked Sunday dinner and played the blues in honor of you today Mah. That´s how we did it. I Love you and I´m gonna cherish our memories get your rest my babby. I´ll see you on the other side

Kyndall and Madison

October 30, 2022

Kyndall and Madison

October 30, 2022

Kyndall and Madison

October 30, 2022

Aunti, we love you!

Tiffany

October 30, 2022

Auntie, we will all miss you!!! We will never forget all of the beautiful memories we have with you. Until we meet again. Your niece Tiffany. Tell mom I said hi

Kim Washington & Family

October 30, 2022

Kim Washington & Family

October 30, 2022

Shervette Weary

October 29, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER MA

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