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Zalie Newell Obituary

Zalie Francis Newell, at age 83, entered into eternal rest Sunday, January 31, 2016 at Passages Hospice Sanctuary. Born January 6, 1933 to the late Stephen, Sr. and Geneva Williams. Wife of the late Albert "AC" Newell and mother of the late Trenier Newell. Beloved sister to the late Stephen, Jr., Ronald Williams, and Gloria Griffin. She leaves to cherish her memory three daughters: Joycelyn Johnson-Evans (the late Ollie), Sandra Johnson (Sabor), and Cynthia Johnson-Williams (Edward, Sr.); four grandchildren: Nicole Williams, Bridget Evans, Stephen Evans, and Edward Williams, Jr.; three great-grandchildren Cion Evans, Joshua Dukes, and Ethan Williams; and a host of extended family and lifelong friends. Family and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, 1923 St Phillip St., New Orleans, LA 70116, on Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. Visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M. Interment will follow at St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, 3421 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans LA. Online guestbook: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600 and Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Feb. 3 to Feb. 9, 2016.

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February 4, 2016

I am so sorry to hear that Ms Newell passed away. May you find comfort in the words from family, friends and the "God of All Comfort" 2Cor1:3

Arainer Antoine

February 4, 2016

Praying with and for you all at this difficult time! You all have my deepest sympathy sorry I was not able to be there today to give my love and support but know I'm there in spirit!!

February 4, 2016

Joycelyn, you have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother.

Ruth Bonds

February 4, 2016

My deepest sympathy to you Bridget and your family at this sad time I will keep your family in my prayers.

Rahshib Thomas

February 3, 2016

Thank you for loving and raising individuals I would grow to know as family. I thank God or you.

Sylvia & Ronald Toval & Family

February 3, 2016

We are so blessed to have spent time with Mrs. Zalia. During our last visit. Every moment is precious. We will always remember the happy times we spent together.Now God has his angel. You will truly be missed

DARLENE Williams

February 3, 2016

To the family I pray for you to have strength an peace LUV Sis

Jada Foley

February 2, 2016

Rest in peace sweet angel for you have earned your wings.

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Visitation

9:00 a.m.

St. Peter Claver Catholic Church

1923 St Phillip St., New Orleans, LA

Feb

4

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Peter Claver Catholic Church

1923 St Phillip St., New Orleans, LA

Feb

4

Interment

St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

3421 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, LA

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The Boyd Family Funeral Home

5001 Chef Menteur Hwy., New Orleans, LA 70126

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