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Mary Ann Ambrose

1952 - 2021

Mary Ann Ambrose obituary, 1952-2021, New Orleans, LA

Mary Ambrose Obituary

Mary Ann Ambrose was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, June 21, 2021, at the age of 68. Mary was born in New Orleans, LA on October 9, 1952, to Titus and Gladys Powell Ambrose. She graduated from George Washington Carver Senior High School, after graduating she was employed at Social Security Office and later she work at the US Postal Service and retired after 27 years of employment. She leaves to cherish her precious memories, her loving parents Titus Ambrose Sr., and Gladys Powell Ambrose, son Keith Richard Ambrose Sr., brother, Titus Ambrose Jr., five sisters, Rosalie Ambrose, Barbara Washington (Shepard), Ernestine Clark (Victor), Pauline Caldwell (Billy), and Paulette Edwards (Perry); eight grandchildren, one great grandson, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Mary loved her family and friends dearly. Mary is preceded in death by her Grandparents, Horace & Anita Powell, Florian & Florence Ambrose, and her Brother Daniel Ambrose Sr. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Homecoming Celebration commemorating her life on July 25,2021, at City Park, Shelter #1 at 12:00pm. The Memorial Service will start at 2:00pm.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jul. 23 to Jul. 25, 2021.

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Elma Jones

October 14, 2021

It was an honor to know you , and if you had a giving and loving heart that was so large it can never be measured you will always be missed and never be forgotten rest in peace baby girl I love you forever and a day

Bobbie

July 28, 2021

You will be greatly miss gone way to soon as you would leave in all your daily writing JESUS ALWAYS FIRST as you would call me Your Big Sis you will always be in my heart

Gaynell Jasmin & Family

July 28, 2021

To the Ambrose family,we were so sorry to hear of Ann´s passing. You all have our deepest sympathy. Ann was always so sweet.

Lynda Price Blair

July 28, 2021

My deepest condolences to her son Keith, her parents and the entire Ambrose family. I met Mary Ann over 40 years ago and she always greeted me with a warm embracing smile that brought so much joy to be in her presence. Her soothing voice and loving kindness was so angelic. Mary Ann has earned her wings and is present with the Lord in paradise . Rest in heavenly peace Carver Ram!!!!

Samantha Johnson

July 27, 2021

Brother you have my condolences. I am praying with you. Lord please cover this family.

Stan Taylor

July 26, 2021

A most caring hardworking woman. Knowed Mary since she was a student worker at V.A.Hospital and then in Postal Service...always a sweet lady..condolences to Ernie and her other siblings...Be Blessed

Deborah Evans

July 25, 2021

Mary, I think of you every day. I wish I could have been there for you. You were an amazing woman and I will never ever forget you. I have many Mary stories that I tell my kids. You will be missed but I know you are in a much better place. You had a heart of gold. I love you with all my heart and you will always be a part of me.

Dr. Janice & Dwight Roussell, Pastor

July 25, 2021

We thank God for the witness in your dear love one, Mary in this life. Our family - you are in our prayers, thoughts, and love as you walk through this heartfelt moment in time.
2 Corinthians 5:7-8 KJV
[7] (For we walk by faith, not by sight:) [8] We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.

Larry Lawson Sr.

July 25, 2021

Rest in Peace my friend.

Janet Harrison

July 25, 2021

My condolences to the family. Mary had such a sweet spirit, always uplifting, always smiling, she will be missed.

Joycelyn Breaux

July 24, 2021

My very deepest condolences to My Mary Love's family. Such a sweet, kind soul! I will miss our conversations! Prayers for the entire Ambrose family

Sylvenie C Carriere

July 24, 2021

My heart is heavy after hearing of your passing. I will always remember the times we had together as dear friends.You were was such a kind and caring person, always looking out for others. Rest in peace, you will not be forgotten. Blessings and prayers to the Ambrose family.

Pamela Robinson

July 24, 2021

Mary always had a sweet and loving spirit. Condolences to the entire family and friends!

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25

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m.

City Park, Shelter #1

LA

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25

Memorial service

2:00 p.m.

City Park, Shelter #1

LA

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