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Octavia Curtis Obituary

Octavia Curtis entered into eternal rest on Monday, August 15, 2016 at the age of 74. She leaves to cherish her memories her Beloved Edward A. Davis, Jr. Four devoted granddaughters Wankneka and Angel Davis Elisha Newman, (Robert, III) and Ewani Woods. Three great-grandchildren Shamar Davis, Robert Newman IV and Heaven Blair. One sister Patricia Smith. Preceded in death by her parents Issac and Authrmiese Curtis, one sister Beatrice Ledete, two brothers Lawrence Wheeler and Melvin LeBlanc and one grandson Edward A. Davis, III. Also, survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Celebration Of Life on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at New Home Ministries 1616 Robert C. Blakes Blvd. at 10:00 AM. Visitation begins at 9:00 AM until time of service begins. Pastor Sam Blakes will officiate. Internment Green St. Cemetery, NOLA. 70118. Professional services entrusted to Gaskin-Southall-Gordon-Gordon Mortuary 2107 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. NOLA 70113 (504) 566-9000.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Aug. 18 to Aug. 19, 2016.

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Avrell Pierre

August 23, 2016

Tavia , I'm really missing you

Dellona Davis

August 22, 2016

May God grant you all the peace you need to get through this difficult time. Octavia was a special woman and will be missed by many. I will keep the family in my prayers.

Lois And Mavis Williams

August 20, 2016

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Trudy Marshall

August 20, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the family of Tae-Tae, I pray that God will strengthen all of you on the lost of a relative and friend. Continue to hold on to God's unchanging hand. Be blessed all of you.

Audrey Davis

August 20, 2016

Octavia RIP, Will miss you very much, love always.

Dana Walker

August 20, 2016

To The Family God Will Heal Your Aching Heart , But Just Remember Tava As A Happy Person And Always Late For Everything ,I Will Always Think About Her Coming To Family Function Late With Her Famous Potatoes Salad , Will Miss U And See U In Heaven One Day. Take Your Golden Wings And Fly

Estelle Henry

August 20, 2016

To the Curtis family
May the grace of God continue to strenghten and keep you doing your time of loss.
Octavia was such a kind ,loving ,and giving person ,she will be sadly missed.
We will keep you in our prayers
The Henry Family.

Vernon Toney

August 19, 2016

Octavia Rip I will miss you......

Irma S. Russell

August 19, 2016

Rest in peace Octavia.My prayers are with you.I am going to miss your conversations.You have been a friend for 60 years.May your spirit be welcomed in the kingdom of heaven.

Noel Isom

August 19, 2016

May the love and mercy of our Lord be bestowed upon your family during this unfortunate time.Our most sincere condolences.
NOEL GORDON ISOM & FAMILY...

Sharon Clark-washington

August 19, 2016

R.I.P Octavia you will be missed sincere condolences to the family sending prayers up

Chaundra Casey

August 19, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May Gods peace be with you during this time. Rest peacefully my friend.

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Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

New Home Ministries

1616 Robert C. Blakes Blvd. , LA

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20

Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

New Home Ministries

1616 Robert C. Blakes Blvd. , LA

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2107 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70113

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