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Eddie Sykes Obituary
SHREVEPORT,LA. Memorial services for Mr. Eddie Sykes, 88, will be 11 a.m., Friday, July 12, 2013 at Mt. Canaan B.C. 1666 Alston St. Pastor Harry Blake Sr., officiating. Interment will follow at Northwest La. Veteran's Cemetery, Keithville, La. Open visitation Thursday from 12 to 6 p.m. at Heavenly Gates.
Mr. Sykes entered into eternal rest on July 8, 2013. He was retired from Caddo Parish School Board.
He is survived by his wife; Jessie Sykes, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 7 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eddie Sykes
K R Miller
September 16, 2013
My first days at AC Steer from 1965 on were brightened by Eddie. I've thought of him many times over my adult life and what a joyful and shining role model he was for all of us. His patience and gentle manner made him a natural friend to all. To his family - God bless you all, what a wonderful husband and father to celebrate. Have joy for God has welcomed him with open arms!
Nena Lang-Castillo
August 1, 2013
Dear Aunt Mae and Cousins. My sincere love, prayers and, condolences go out to you. Uncle Eddie...I will always remember our telephone chats, his laugh,the times we just talked about the good and diffiicult times. Though miles apart I really loved my Uncle Eddie. Love, Nena
Debra Johnson
July 18, 2013
To Eddie Jr. I met your father & mother at WK hospital. Very sweet people. I hate not being able to come to his service. God be with you & your family. Your classmate BTW c/o 1971
Yasma Jackson
July 12, 2013
My prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bless you all.
Sarah Webb
July 12, 2013
To Ms. Regina and the Sykes family may God comfort and strengthen you. My prayers are with you and your family.
The Moore Family
July 12, 2013
To the Sykes Family
Our prayers are with your family on today.
For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
July 11, 2013
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Eddie Sykes our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Eddie. And to Eddie it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Eddie, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Eddie's family and loved ones.
Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
James Maziarz, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Gloria Smith
July 11, 2013
Mrs. Jessie - My sister and I just learned of Mr. Eddie's death. We met you at the rehab facility (our mom's room was across the hall from Mr. Eddie). The love and dedication you displayed for "your baby" of 68 years, as well as the boyish grin he displayed each time he looked at you really warmed our hearts. Now, our hearts are so very heavy and are aching for you and your family. We will continue to keep you in our prayers. We love you Mrs. Jessie.
Mrs. Taylor's Daughters
July 11, 2013
Our sympathies to the family. We both have very fond memories of "Mr.Ëddie" from our elementary school days. May the Lord Bless you and keep you~Joe and Liz Spell
Vickie Mosley-Pannell
July 11, 2013
To Regina & the entire Sykes family. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. May God comfort & strengthen you. Sincerely. classmate BTW c/o 73
HILDA BRAGGS
July 11, 2013
Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted. My prayers are with you and your family during the homegoing of your father. May God bless and comfort you.
Mrs. Lula Brown
July 11, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Rita & Greg Bass
July 11, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
July 11, 2013
May God bless and strengthen you during this time of sorrow.
E. Whitson Phillips
July 11, 2013
may god be with you!ll during this time of grief. your classmate Jean Morris class of 1971.
Thelma Jane &The Thomas Family
July 11, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
July 11, 2013
Mrs. Jessie Sykes on the behalf of North Shreveport Dialysis Patients and Staff will miss Mr. Sykes May God Bless You and strengthen you daily
Michael Parker
July 11, 2013
Dear Jessie and Family,
Eddie touched more lives than you know. He was such a special man and will always be remembered from my elementary school days! Rest in Peace Eddie Spaghetti until we meet again!
Gregory Richardson I
July 11, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Yvonne Lester
July 10, 2013
Our prayers are with you doing this time of loss. The Sykes family has lost the last of our generational patriachs. He is now with the rest of Angels of the Sykes era.yvonne lesters family
July 10, 2013
To the Sykes Family:
May God continue to bless and keep each of you.
The Carey Family
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