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Melvin Douglas Obituary

Melvin Douglas on Thursday, September 3, 2015 at Ochsner Medical Center Kenner, LA Son of Willie Mae Douglas and the late Monroe Douglas, Sr. Father of Keisha and Melvin Vasquez. Brother of Kady Gransberry, Earline Riley, Ruth Riley, Josephine Turley, James Macon, Sarah Riley, Linda Dees, Henry Dees, Hester Ellis, Monroe Douglas, Jr., Ruby Cotton and Christine Joseph Also survived by 4 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 49 years. A native of Norco, LA and resident of LaPlace, LA Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Greater Good Hope Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greater Good Hope Baptist Church, 47 Cathey Street, Norco, LA on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at 11:00 AM Rev. Tyrone Scott, Pastor, Officiating Interment Zion Travelers Cemetery, Reserve, LA Visitation at the above named church from 9:00 AM until Service Time SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Sep. 5 to Sep. 11, 2015.

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Khadijah

July 26, 2022

Rest in paradise god father i love and miss you so much

Alvin (Big Al) Robinson

September 16, 2015

I'm glad I was able to see and converse with you at Lil Shelby's wedding my friend. Tiffany said you were looking for my phone number the day before you left here. We will meet again my Brother so until then Rest in Paradise Melly Mel. May THE COMFORTER be with the family during this difficult time.

Shanette Raven

September 13, 2015

Weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning.Family hold on to his unchanging hands.

Aulbon Hawkins

September 12, 2015

I pray that the Peace of God be with the family in their time of berevement.

FREDIA/GREG/MARVA/CARLA/MELISSA THE ANDERSON FROM MONTZ LA

September 12, 2015

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

Clyde Tayor

September 12, 2015

Keep the faith and continue to love one another as this will help in this bereavement time God is a healer for all situations,

L.M

September 12, 2015

My Condolences To The Fly. Melvin Was Sweet As Gold Any And Everything He Can Help With He Was There He's Gone But Will Never Be Forgotten I Met Melvin With My Husband As Usually He Was Helping Aroung Somebody House Love You Melvin Take Your Rest Until We Meet Again

Delores Robertson

September 11, 2015

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

Leslie Carter

September 10, 2015

Rest in peace,our prayers are with you and your family

September 10, 2015

you all have our deepest sympathy,
paula smith jones and family

Gwen

September 10, 2015

Sorry for your lost may the God who comforts all comforts you and your family through this difficult time. Psm 83v 18

September 10, 2015

Comforting peace of God be upon your family in this hour. Dwayne & Melinda Dewey (St.Rose, La.)

September 10, 2015

With deepest sympathy may you fine comfort and peace knowing that our Heavenly Father cares for you in your time of grief. John 14:1 Do not let your heart be troubled have faith in God.

Wyric Eugene

September 9, 2015

May the Spirit of God comfort Melvin's family during this difficult time and find strength in God's word.

Deonnice Murphy

September 9, 2015

A man of great character, genuine love, unique in every way, and would give his all to help everyone no matter the task. The relationships our family established with you will forever resonate in our hearts. We will miss you but realize God has a better plan. Watch over us all in Heaven gentle soul.

Nona Coleman

September 9, 2015

May GOD give you PEACE that pass ALL UNDERSTANDING!!

Wade Rogers

September 9, 2015

Rest in peace Melvin. One of my first friends in Norco.

Kawanda Anderson

September 9, 2015

RIP Melvin... You will be missed...

Linda Lee Victor Jones

September 9, 2015

Trust in God He Will Be There To Comfort You During Your Time Of Bereavement.

amos kenner

September 9, 2015

My condolences too the Douglas family may god bless y'all n this time of sorrow. Rip Mel Amos Kenner and family

April Stewart

September 9, 2015

MY CONDOLENCE TO MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE FATHER COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME. MY LIL BROTHER YOU WILL BE MISSED REST ON MY BROTHER REST ON.....

Carla Smith

September 9, 2015

Praying for y'all.

Bishop Ronald &Cherry Burl Frank & MMCOGIC

September 9, 2015

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

Charleen Augillard & Family

September 9, 2015

Lord have Mercy on this family!
So sorry to hear of your loss
God is still in control. .and He can fix it for you

Joy Williams

September 9, 2015

Take ur rest

Lakeshia Vasquez

September 9, 2015

We may not have been as close as we should have but u have and will be in my heart. I love u and i know u are in a better place looking down on us. Tell pawpaw hi and i miss him too. I love both of u!! Until we meet again R.I.P

The pain is so deep I cant even speak

Carwin Richard

September 8, 2015

This is hard for me to believe....I pray God strength to all the family and friends who knew him, if he touch your life, you understand what Im trying to say...this man was gentle and kind, made in God image.......Rest well class mate, I'll see you in heaven.....

HOPE JOSEPH

September 8, 2015

God is good ALL the time!!!praying continuously for the Douglas & Vasquez family....God bless u all

Vernice Simon

September 8, 2015

May your soul rest in peace. Stay strong family.

Sean Heileman

September 8, 2015

My memories of Melvin are all good ones. He was a great high school classmate. Full of energy and always intense with everything he did. He will be missed. He was a very cool person then, and no doubt a good perdon to know.

Dwenda Charles

September 8, 2015

Melvin, you will be missed. Always a sweet, kind individual. May you rest in peace and your loved ones be comforted by the Lord, angel! Until we meet again.

David Duhon

September 8, 2015

Sorry for your lose, Rest in peace my friend, you will always be remembered

Pamela Whitsett

September 8, 2015

R.I.P Melvin

Keith Falgout

September 8, 2015

Sorry for your Lost . I remember him form high school . DHS class of 85 . Rest in peace my old friend.

Norma Simoneaux loupe

September 8, 2015

Thoughts and prayers for the family and friends. Rest in peace old class mate.

Norma Simoneaux loupe

September 8, 2015

Thoughts and prayers for the family and friends. Rest in peace old class mate.

Virginia

September 8, 2015

God can be our strength and refuge during this time of sorrow. Sincere condolences to the Douglas family.

September 8, 2015

May God continue to comfort you during your time of sorrow.

Leslie Bardell-Morgan

Mary A Baker

September 8, 2015

To the Douglas Family, We Are Praying For You'll In Your Lost.LOVE Pastor Sam & Mary Baker

E. Marie

September 8, 2015

To the Family: May the God of all comfort grant you peace during these difficult times. Ps.83:18.

Monica Royal-Ingram

September 7, 2015

Family,
You have my sympathy. Love and praying with and for you all.

The Mashia's

September 7, 2015

Rest in peace Melvin

lisa white borne

September 5, 2015

sorry for your loss

The Staff of Robottom Mortuary

September 5, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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