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Melissa Lushute Obituary

Missy passed away on Friday, June 26, 2015 at 12:37 p.m. at Baton Rouge General in Baton Rouge at the age of 49. She was a native and resident of Port Allen. Missy worked as a janitor at WBR Community Center for some years but was known mainly from her days at River Queen Drive In answering phones. She attended and was later a counselor at Louisiana Children's Lions Camp, she always loved the time she spent at camp. Visiting will be Monday, June 29th at Holy Family Catholic Church from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. conducted by Monsignor Gerald Lefebvre. Burial to follow in St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Cemetery in Brusly. Missy is survived by her parents, Mike and Ida Alexander Lushute; aunts and uncles, Joan Pinell Smith, Myrt and Sonny Provost, Rogge and Paula Alexander, Charles and Sissy Alexander, Fannie Alexander, Carman Kelley, Marion "Bubba" and Linda Lushute, Geri and Eric Pittman and Al Alexander; numerous cousins. Missy was preceded in death by grandparents, Butch and Josephine Alexander, Mike and Catherine Lushute; uncles, Paul "Polly" Alexander, Peter Alexander, Clinton Kelley, Curtis Pinell and Gordon Smith; and aunt, Mary Joy Alexander. Missy loved taking trips with the Road Runners and bowling with the Special League. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the Louisiana Children's Lions Camp in Leesville, LA. Please share memories and sympathies at www.wilbertservices.com.

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Published by The Advocate from Jun. 27 to Jun. 29, 2015.

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Chareze Wells

July 14, 2015

Melissa was so faithful in attending the Diabetes Awareness Support Group. She always had a Story and a Smile. She will be missed by us all.

JO ANN TULLIER

July 10, 2015

IDA AND MIKE,
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. SHE WAS A VERY UNIQUE YOUNG LADY, LOVED BY EVERYONE. I WILL REMEMBER HER LOVE FOR MUSIC. JUST KNOW THAT YOU HAVE A GUARDIAN ANGEL WATCHING OVER YOU.

Carole Beth Coman

June 29, 2015

Ida and Mike, our thoughts and prayers are with you. The loss of your child is so difficult yet we all know she is with God in heaven. She was loved by so many of us. John is still in the hospital so we were not able to speak with you. I will call you in a few days. We love you both; Carole Beth and John❤

Ruthie and Bev

June 29, 2015

Ms. Ida and Mr. Mike, we are so very sorry to learn of your tragic loss. Missy was a sweet, wonderful person who will be missed very much. May God ease your heavy hearts. Love, Ruthie and Beverly@HemOc

Robin Payne

June 29, 2015

With deepest sympathy Melissa you will truly be missed.Work with here at Walmart 1136

Rhonda Covington Smith

June 29, 2015

I was so sad to see this. Missy always had a friendly smile and a kind word for me. I remember moving to Port Allen and meeting her. She was so nice to me. I had the privilege of working with her at River Queen as well. She will truly be missed. Rest in Peace sweet angel.

June 29, 2015

Ida and mike I am so sorry for your lost she was loved by everyone may she now rest in Heaven
Vivian Daigle Morvant

Marion Otwell Coleman

June 29, 2015

Ida and Mike, Missy was such a beautiful soul! Her smile could light up a room. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Perry & Mary Guillory

June 29, 2015

Sorry about Missy. You are in our prayer.

Andy and Sally Seneca

June 28, 2015

So sorry to hear such sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Stella Murphy

June 28, 2015

Missing your smiling face God speed

Wendell Theriot

June 28, 2015

So sorry for your loss , God Bless.

Jerelyn Mouch

June 28, 2015

I am so sorry to read about your loss of Missy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ron and Jennifer LeJeune

June 28, 2015

We were so sorry to hear about Missy. Please know that all are in our prayers. She will be missed by many. May you feel the warmth, peace, love of God during this time.

June 28, 2015

Ida and Mike, God's peace, comfort and blessings will carry you through the days, months and years that lay ahead. Missy is an angel in heaven watching over you and of course, talking things over with MaMe. Love to both of you, Phillipa

Gerald and Genevieve Gauthe

June 28, 2015

Mike and Ida We are so sorry for your loss. Port Allen has loss a wonderful young lady. Prayers for you.

Marie and Ronald Richard

June 28, 2015

Mike and Ida I am so sorry to have read about Missy's passing. My prayers are with you both. God Bless.

Charles and Randie Latiolais

June 28, 2015

Ida and Mike,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We still remember that precious child we so enjoyed at the rodeos many years ago. Today she is a precious angel. May God hold each of you in his loving arms and comfort you during this most difficult time.

Lucille DeBenedetto Matte

June 28, 2015

Ms. Ida, Mike and the entire family, I know how heart broken you must all be. Missy was so sweet to so many, she had definitely gained her angel wings and now watches over you all. I will never forget how sharp her mind was and she never forgot anyone, just like she will never be forgotten here on earth....from miles away, sending my love and condolences to all. Fly High Missy..Loved by so many!

Margaret Scott Narretta

June 28, 2015

To: Mike and Ida, just wanted you to know I care. May Jesus give you extra grace and peace. Love Margaret SCOTT Narretta

Martha Lushute

June 28, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. I know she will be greatly missed. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you.

Anna Payne

June 28, 2015

Prayers to her friends and family. Missy is pain free and walking among the Angels. So blessed to have known her.

Terri Lemoine Bordelon

June 28, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet girl, always had a smile on her face. She will be missed.

Jerry & Judy Turcotte

June 28, 2015

Jerry and I are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in thoughts and prayers daily. Missy was such a sweet gentle soul who will be sadly missed.

Neddie Blanchard

June 28, 2015

Ida & Mike I am so sorry to hear about Missy. May God grant you both courage & strength. Keeping you in my thoughts & prayers.

Meme Valentine

June 28, 2015

Mrs Ida and Mr mike so sorry to hear about Missy. She will be missed. Sending. Prayers at this time

Dianne "Peaches" Moralee

June 28, 2015

Idea and Mike, I was so very sorry to hear of Missy's passing . Such a sweet joy she was to everyone she knew. I know she is spreading joy in heaven now so my prayers of comfort are for you and the family.

Jackie Cook

June 28, 2015

Ida, so sorry for your loss.l My prayers are with you at this time.
Jackie Fulks Cook

Barbara Marquette

June 28, 2015

Ida,

So sorry to hear about Missy. Thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.

Cindy Landry

June 28, 2015

Heaven has gained a sweet, sweet soul...we will miss you Missy. My thoughts and prayers are with you Mike & Ida...may God bless you and keep you❤

Gwen Nickens Courville

June 28, 2015

So sweet and a true genuine heart . Enjoyed Missy's conversations when I worked at the donut shop ! Always a kind gentle word to everyone !

Shawn & Michelle Oubre

June 28, 2015

Mrs. Ida & Mr. Mike,

I will sure miss the great times we had having lunch and dinner at the River Queen Drive Inn while visiting with Missy & her parents. Those were some great times. Missy will be missed by so many people. Our prayers go out to Ida, Mike and family in this time of sorrow. May the peace of Christ be with you at this time.

Mary Sue Amaral

June 27, 2015

Ida, you and Mike are in my prayers. So sorry for your loss.

Todd Genre

June 27, 2015

Mr. Mike and Mrs. Ida,
I'm so sorry to hear about Missy. I will never forget our days together at work....she always kept a smile on my face. She will be missed by many.

Cindy Denham

June 27, 2015

My prayers are with all of you right now-She was just a great girl & so sweet

June 27, 2015

Sorry to learn of Missy 's passing. Prayers for the family.
Kathy Smith Doss

Tiffany Daigle

June 27, 2015

Prayers for Missy and her family during this difficult time.

Don, Sonya, Jake & Jayden Sherman

June 27, 2015

You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love ya'll !

Agnes (Sissy) Warren

June 27, 2015

Mike and Ida Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you'll during this hard time. She was loved by many.

Kim Berthelot

June 27, 2015

Ms Ida I am so sorry. Know ya'll are in my prayers.

Melissa Doucet

June 27, 2015

Such a sweet person!! Keeping family & friends in prayers! May you RIP, Missy!!

June 27, 2015

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

The Staff of Wilbert Funeral Home

June 27, 2015

The entire staff at Wilbert Funeral Service expresses our sincere condolences. May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times spent together as you celebrate a life well lived!

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