Betty Wallace
December 12, 2023Derrick Dwain Singleton, Sr.
December 12, 2023Mrs. Willie Mae Douglas peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at the age of 102 yrs. old. A native and resident of Houma, LA. She was married to the late Gilbert Douglas, Sr., the two are now united in heaven.
Mrs. Willie Mae embraced the cherished role of a devoted mother to Joyce Douglas, Sheliah Douglas Chester, Melvin Douglas, and Gilbert Douglas, Jr. daughter-in-laws: Patricia Douglas & Sybil Douglas. She was preceded in death by her husband Gilbert Douglas, Sr., sons: Alfred Douglas and Graham Douglas, parents: Sarah Jane McGee and Gus Hill, sisters: Thelma McGee, Bealuh Lucy Copeland, Hester H. Brown, brother: William “Bill” McGee.
Her legacy extends beyond immediate family, touching the lives of a wide circle of affectionate grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and devoted friends. The memories she leaves behind area testament to a life lived with grace and love.
Those who were touched by her warmth and kindness are to join in the Celebration of Life Service, to be held at the New Rising Sun Baptist Church, 230 St. Charles Street, Houma, LA, Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Reverend Kenneth Jackson, host pastor: Reverend Mark Lewis, Officiating over the service, guiding the gathering in honoring Mrs. Willie Mae Douglas.
Visitation hours are scheduled from 10:30 AM to religious service time providing a moment for loved ones to pay their respects and reflect on the beautiful life of Mrs. Douglas lived.
Her final resting place will be at New Rising Sun Baptist Church Cemetery, marking a peaceful closure to a life richly lived.
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