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Leola Picou Obituary

Leola D. Picou, 87, passed away on the snowy morning of Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008, at D'Ville House in Donaldsonville. She was a resident of Convent. Survived by her children, Lucille Dillworth, of Kenner, Sharon Lomas, of Gonzales, Ray Picou and wife Shirley, of Darrow, Claude "Herbert" Scott, Dianne Robinson, Jo Ann Picou, Osborne Jr., Gail Picou, and Jerome Picou and wife Yolanda, all of Convent; sisters, Beverly Allen and husband Roy, of Convent, Florence Ainey, of New Orleans, and Mickey Melancon, of Baton Rouge; brother, Joseph Dumas Jr. and wife Camille, of Headland, Ala.; 19 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, four godchildren and a devoted niece-in-law, Rosalie Gaudin, of Gonzales. Visitation at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 6476 La. 44, Convent, on Saturday, Dec. 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Interment in St. Mary's Cemetery in Union. Members of the St. James Parish Council, Sheriff's Office ABM, Motiva Terminal, Ponchartrain Levee Board, St. James Parish school system, Chevron Super Stop and Jefferson Community Action Head Start are all invited to attend funeral services. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, five siblings, five sisters-in-law and four brothers-in-law. Arrangements by Lawson-Rollins Purple Shield Funeral Home of Gonzales.

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Published by Suburban Life Publications on Dec. 19, 2008.

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Verna (Beasley) Wiltz

January 5, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

edith singleton

December 26, 2008

you are in my thoughts and prayers

edith singleton

December 26, 2008

you are in my thoughts and prayers god bless all of you

Sharell Milton

December 22, 2008

my deepest sympathy to you all and may GOD bless and keep you..

Susie Carter-Williams

December 20, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Terrie Brookins

December 20, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Nathan Davis

December 19, 2008

To the Picou Family:
You have our deepest heartfelt sympthy in the lost of your love one, who we know you will always love and cherish. You will always miss her, but remember that she is in a better place; a place where there will be no more sickness or pain. Miss Leola lived a long full life, and God smiled down on her the other day (Dec 11), and also sent down some snow like we have never witness before in the area, I guess that was his way of saying that he loved her in a special way, and welcome home. Remember we all love her, but God loved her best. May God forever bless and keep you always, and we will be praying for you. Remember that earth has no sorry that heaven cannot heal.
From: Mr. & Mrs. Nathan L. Davis & Family With Love!

Gwen BROOKINS

December 19, 2008

To the immeidate family: I feel your loss and sorrow. We are all Family. Be faithful to the ties that binds.

Robert Hymel Jr.

December 19, 2008

You were like a second mother to me and my two brothers. I will never forget all of the wonderful meals you fixed for us. I will truly miss you. You were a terrific lady and I know you are resting peacefully in Heaven now.

Love, Robert.

JOSEPH PARKER

December 19, 2008

REMEMBER THAT GOD HAS NEVER DONE A WRONG THING. TRUST HIM FOR EVERYTHING IN YOUR LIFE.
GOD BLESS YOU .
MR. PARKER

Torsha Lomas

December 19, 2008

Aunt Sharon
Sorry for your lost, I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May the lord bless you and stay strong.
Love, Torsha, Q'Dareus, Sidney, Destiny

Chanel, Latosha, Everett(Dukey), & Emmanual(Plug) White

December 19, 2008

We would like to express my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. She lived a long and fruitful life and finally God took her to her home that He prepared just for her. A place of peace and love where there is no more pain and suffering. Know that the Blessed Virgin Mary was there and opened her mantle with loving arms around your mother. To lose a mother is one of the hardest things in life to go through; but with God's help and praying, you will get through these darkest days. May her soul rest in eternal peace, knowing that one day we will all be together once again.
It is written in the Bible, “Do not let your hearts be troubled, have faith in God have faith in me".
God's Blessings and Healing Graces to you and your entire family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Please know that we are here for you.

Kneva Morris

December 19, 2008

Nussie I didnt get to meet, but heard so much about I feel like I know you... May you rest in peace

Sorry for your and your families loss Chen

Tiffany Chauvin

December 19, 2008

The St. James Parish EOC Staff offers their condolences to the Picou family. You are all in our prayers during this very difficult time. We love you Ms. Gail.

CHANDRA HAYES

December 19, 2008

YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS GREAT GRAND CHILDREN ROLANDO NUMAN AND CHANTHIA LEOLA GREAT GREAT GRANSON JAYVION XAVIER

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