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Elsilee DesBordes Obituary



DesBORDES ELSILEE S. DesBORDES We love you Elsilee. On Friday, July 24, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. St. Augustine Sodality shall pray the rosary followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Rev. Patrick A. Smith, Moderator. Anitta Ibbitt, Prefect

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Published by The Washington Post on Jul. 23, 2009.

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Karen Oliver

August 3, 2009

Clarence and DesBordes Sisters:

Praying you will find comfort, courage and faith to guide you through the days ahead. My prayers are forever with you and your family.

Cheryl Burt-Mance

August 3, 2009

Clarence and DesBordes Family:

I was so sorry to hear of your recent loss. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!

Debbie Foster Brown

July 24, 2009

DesBordes Family,

We are praying for you and thinking of you during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy. May God continue to bless your family.

The Foster Family

Susan (Wilson) Childs

July 24, 2009

Dear Clarence, Edwina, and the DesBordes family:
At the time of your great sorrow, please know that my prayers and confident belief in the power of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you through will strengthen you. My memories of your Mom's wonderful spirit are strong and know that your memories will guide you and your family long into the future.

July 24, 2009

Dear Clarence and the entire DesBordes Family,

Condolences on the death of your beloved mother. My brother John Wilson informed me of her passing.

Jackie (Wilson) Asheeke, Windhoek, Namibia in south western Africa

John Wilson III

July 24, 2009

God Bless the DesBordes family whom I remember from childhood. May God grant you all the strength you need according to His power at this difficult time.

Jerri Minor

July 24, 2009

Lisa, Jennifer and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May your memories bring you comfort. I hope it will give you some comfort to know that friends are here for you.

Von, Brenda, Vonetta Martin

July 24, 2009

Our sincere condolences are extended to the DesBordes family. We would continue to lift you up in prayer.
The Martins. Seabrook, Maryland

J Parker

July 23, 2009

Condolences to a wonderful family God Bless you all and keep you in PEACE....

July 23, 2009

Cousin Dot was loved by the Scott Family, so know that we are sending prayers to the relatives of the DesBordes family during this difficult time.

Audrey Scott Adkins

July 23, 2009

Cousin Dot was loved by the Clentis T. Scott Family and all of the NC family roots, so know that we are sending prayers to the relatives of the DesBordes family during this difficult time.

July 23, 2009

Clarence, Edwina and the DesBordes Family: I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God Bless.
Paul-Emile Desrosiers,'76

Bob Callaway

July 23, 2009

Clarence: I am truly sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is as I have lost both of my parents. She is in a better place. She still loves you as you love her. This love knows no boundaries, not even life and death. My thoughts and prayers are with you an your family. Bob Callaway, DM '77

Carlton & Milderd Chase

July 23, 2009

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

MaryBeth Emmons

July 22, 2009

Clarence: my heart goes out to you and your family during this sad time.
MaryBeth Emmons

Phyllis Desbordes

July 22, 2009

You fought a good fight, now rest in peace.

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