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Nedra Jalvia "Juice" Harris

Nedra Harris Obituary

HARRIS Nedra ""Juice'' Jalvia Harris entered into eternal rest on Friday morning, August 24, 2007. She completed 33 years of dedicated service at Charity Hospital. She retired in 2001. Nedra was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. Roland Jalvia Sr. and Mrs. Vera Hawkins Jalvia and her son Terrance A. Harris. She leaves to cherish her memories her brothers, Roland, Jr. and Gregory, Sr. (Lynne); sisters, Pamela J. Edwards (Bird) and Marcia J. Mingo; grandchildren, Kaya and Kevin Harris; daughter-in-law, LaTasha Harris; godson, Bruce Coston, Jr.; nieces, Adrell, Lyndsey, and Charisse; nephews, Gregory Jr., Taurean, Malik and Marques; childhood friends, Bonnie B. Coston and Lois C. Albert and a host of numerous other devoted relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, Priest and parishioners of Holy Ghost C.C. and employees of Harrah's Casino, Smith and Fawer, LLC and Charity Hospital are all invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am on Saturday morning, September 1, 2007 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church located at 2015 Louisiana Ave. Visitation from 9am until Mass time. Interment will follow in Lafayette #2 Cemetery. Father Dave, Celebrant. Majestic Mortuary in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Aug. 31 to Sep. 1, 2007.

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Richardstein Jones

April 14, 2026

Happy Heavenly Birthday today, 4/14, Cuz. You are still missed. May you continue to Rest In Peace.

frances Peranio-Davilla

September 23, 2007

My deepest sympathy to Nedra's family. I worked with Nedra for many years at Charity. She was always pleasant to work with and a very nice person. I am happy to have known her.

Hassem Brown

September 19, 2007

To: Nedra"a Family
I was extremely sorry to hear about Nedra's passing. I was not in New Orleans. I am sorry. I would have attended the services. My deepest sympathy to your family.

Lucille Parent-Hankton

September 11, 2007

Roland, Pam, Greg, Marcia, & Hawk:
Just wanted you to know that we share in your lost of Nedra. Though she has physically departed this life, her memory lives on in our hearts and thoughts. May you take comfort in knowing that we miss her too. May the Peace and Love of God be with you always.
Love, Nat, Sandra, Joyce, Lucille, and Anthony (The Parent, Roberson, and Anderson Families)

dee Lindsey

September 9, 2007

Marcia,
You and your dear family are in my prayers. I am sorry I did not make the services. My heart was with you. Nedra was a good and fun loving person. A great sister,daughter and mother I know. She is with our father now smiling down at you.

James Kirkland

September 8, 2007

To: Nedra's Family

You have my deepest sympathy. I was your photographer for the birthday party you gave her for her birthday in April. I met her only twice but she was a very sweet lady. She is in my prayers. Stay strong Jalvia amily.

Sheila Algere Morton

September 8, 2007

To: Nedra's family,
You have our deepest sympathy

Kellie King-Brown

September 6, 2007

Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Gia Knight

September 5, 2007

Pam (Mom), Auntie Marcia, and Drell
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and my entire extended family.

De Shannon Coston

September 2, 2007

To the Jalvia Family:

My prayers are with you! I will
always remember Nedra as the person who made my life special She always had an encouraging word for me.

Dale Moses

September 1, 2007

To Marcia and Family,
The Lord is my light and my salvation;whom shall I fear? the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall i be afraid? Marcia continue to hold on to God's unchanging hand, because he is the one that will hold you all together. Remember God loves us all but he loved her best. I'm praying for you all.
Love you all.

Spook & Sam

September 1, 2007

To: Roland, Pam, Marcia, Greg & Hawk

Our deepest sympathy to YOU ALL in your time of loss. Our prayers are with you. I think of you guys all the time. Hope to see you all on our next visit.

Bruce Coston Jr.

August 31, 2007

To My Nannie's family:

I LOVED MY NANNIE VERY MUCH AND SHE LOVED ME. SHE DID NOT MISS A CHRISTMAS OR BIRTHDAY WITHOUT A WARM WISH OR A GIFT. SHE WAS TRULY A GODMOTHER TO ME THROUGH CHRISTENING, HOLY COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION. I AM SORRY THAT SHE WILL NOT BE WITH ME IN BODY BUT I KNOW THAT SHE WILL BE THERE IN SPIRIT!

Hudson Thomas

August 31, 2007

Though you will be missed greatly, I know that my father in heaven has a special place for one who has been as faithful as you. Until we meet again I will carry my love for you in my heart.

Charlene (Lindy Boggs) & Lawrence Watkins

August 31, 2007

To Marcia and Family: I will pray for your family to have strength in this time of sorrow. Continue to draw close to each other and cherish the memories of your loved one. Much love to you all!

Eleanor Thornton-Landry

August 31, 2007

I went to elementary school (Holy Ghost)and high school (Xavier Prep 67') with Nedra. I remember your family living on Baronne Street in NOLA. As the days pass know that you will be able to rely on family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Class of Xavier Prep 1967

August 31, 2007

Our Deepest Sympathy to the family
and friends of Nedra Jalvia Harris.

Christan Sidney Coston

August 31, 2007

To the Family:

I am very sorry about Nedra's passing. She was always so good to me and my family. .I will always remember her.

Bonnie Broussard-Coston

August 31, 2007

To: Marcia, Pamela, Greg and Roland:
You have always been family to me and you know that I share the grief of this great loss. Iam praying that we will continue our
closeness in family friendship and prayer.

Carmen Cummings

August 31, 2007

I just wanted to let the family know that you all are in my prayers. Remember the Joy of the Lord is your strenght, so therefore, be strong in the Lord.

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