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Lois Lavery Obituary
Oxnard, CA
Lois Tait (Synegal) Lavery was lifted from this life, by God, to heaven on May 3, 2017. She passed at her home
in Oxnard, CA after a brief illness, with her loved ones at her side.
Lois was born in 1942 in Beatrice, AL to William and Minnie Tait. She graduated from Monroe County Training High School in 1961. Lois attended Alabama A&M University, graduating with a Business Education Degree in 1965.
In 1966 she married Adrian Synegal in Tuskegee, AL. Lois received her most cherished earthy blessing, her son Gerald, from that union. In 1984, she met James Lavery in Oxnard, CA. Lois and James married in 1991 and spent 26 wonderful years together.
Lois served her community well. She was a perfectionist and very talented, exemplified by her record as a dedicated public servant for the City of Oxnard from 1970-2003. In retirement, she cooked countless delicious holiday dinners and loved to spoil her family and close friends. Her talents also extended to sewing and decorating. For the last 6 years, she shared many priceless memories with her two grandchildren, Andre and Tait Synegal.
Lois is survived by her husband, James (Jim) Lavery; Son, Gerald Synegal (Adriana), Grandchildren; Andre and Tait Synegal; Sisters Minnie Frager (Walter); Naomi Bradley; Eva Pearl Carter; Jenetha Holmes (JW); Brothers: Charles Tait; and Gerald Tait.
She was proceeded in death by her parents, Minnie and William Tait and brothers Walter and William A. Tait, and Brother in Law Wash Carter, and Sister in Law Arcadia Tait. Lois will be greatly missed. She loved her family and friends. She was the wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, who was appreciated and cherished in life. Her spirit and love will always remain in our hearts.
Viewing is scheduled Saturday May 13 at Reardon Funeral Home 511 North A Street Oxnard, CA from 11-2 pm.
Lois has been entrusted to the care of the family owned and operated Reardon Funeral Home on A Street in Oxnard. For more information, please contact Reardon's at (805) 487-1720.
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Beverly Dotsy Spencer
April 30, 2023
Almost another year has passed since she left this earth. But Lois has NEVER left my heart and soul. I think of her often only with good thoughts of times passed. She is now an ANGEL for all of us that she left behind. And Lois, WE MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU!
Beverly
Beverly Dotsy Spencer
April 30, 2022
Still Miss you! Think of you often. You made such a positive difference in my life! I Love You!
Beverly Spencer
May 3, 2021
Lois was my sister, and a true friend. She is thought about very often and the words or encouragement and love that she shared with me will always be remembered. Rest in Peace Lois. YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE IN SO MANY OF OUR LIVES. You are loved!
June 23, 2017
My name is Henrietta Bassey and Lois has been our neighbor for over 23 yrs and she was a very pleasant and giving person. She attended our kids graduations and always willing and ready to give a helping hand when needed. Her pride and joy was walking in the neighborhood with her grandkids in a stroller. She will be dearly missed. May her soul Rest In Peace.
American Cancer Fund
May 17, 2017
The staff of the American Cancer Fund® at www.AmericanCancerFund.org is sorry to hear of Lois' passing. We have received a memorial donation in her name and our sincere condolences go out to her family.
Paulette Synegal Law
May 12, 2017
Oh My God, she will be sorely missed by the masses of those whose lives she has touched, especially her family, friends, associates and community at large..
Many thanks ...helps me cope. It is encumbered upon us to keep her legacy alive. A compassionate, tolerant, kind human being. We were very fortunate to have her as as a sister & bff for many decades.
Eventually, i'll come to accept her swift deterioration of health and ultimate death.
Not being able to speak comforting words and say goodbye to her devates me.
You were a one of a kind, devoted wife & doting mother.
My profound heartfelt sympathy to, Husband Jim, Son/Nephew Gerald (wife & grandkids), Father / Brother AD & siblings. Memories will help us to heal and cope.
Hoverver, I am extremely grateful that I was able to visit her in person, exchange our usual hugs, tears of joy, conversations about family and a meal.
God speed, my dearly beloved, sister, confidant and friend. Our almighty and gracious Father has raised you up and brought you home to grant eternal rest in peace.
Loved you much...Good bye. I remain
Forever and Always your heart and soul Sister here on earth.
Paulette Synegal Law
DElfy Garcia
May 11, 2017
Lois a good friend and Working at City of Oxnard some many years. She was a friend to every one.
May she rest in peace.
May 10, 2017
Jim, Gerald and Family: Please know we share all that you are feeling. We are praying that God who loves us all will comfort and give you strength day by day. So sorry we cannot be there with you during this time. We are in New Orleans.
Love,
Shirley & Vaughn
Hawthorne, CA
Beverly Dotsy Spencer
May 10, 2017
A Bright Light Taken Too Soon!
Casaundra Garcia and Family
May 10, 2017
My condolences to the whole family. May she Rest in Paradise. I know she was a wonderful mother that raised a really good Son. My thoughts, prayers and hopes for your strength are with you all.
Terri Taylor Gonzalez
May 10, 2017
My thoughts and prayers to Lois's family. My mother, Carmen Taylor worked with Lois at the City of Oxnard for many years. She always had that warm smile that brightened my day. So sorry for your loss.
Beverly Dotsy Spencer
May 10, 2017
Lois was my sister and my friend. I love her dearly. I will truly miss our telephone calls and discussions about everything. I'll miss the holiday meals and many celebrations. I will remember the kind words and support that she provided to me during the lows and the highs of my life. She will always remain in my heart and the memories we shared will be cherished forever. She is God's care and now has eternal peace. Our family has another angel in heaven.
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