Amber Blakes Homegoing

Homegoing Celebration

Amber Blakes Jan 31, 1976 - Jun 21, 2021

July 1, 2021 Viewing: 8:30am Service :10am Greater Mount Calvary Church 1600 Westwood Drive, Marrero, LA 70072

Phenomenal Woman

BY MAYA ANGELOU Pretty women wonder where my secret lies.

I’m not cute or built to suit a fashion model’s size But when I start to tell them, They think I’m telling lies.

I say, It’s in the reach of my arms, The span of my hips, The stride of my step, The curl of my lips.

I’m a woman Phenomenally. Phenomenal woman, That’s me.

I walk into a room Just as cool as you please, And to a man, The fellows stand or Fall down on their knees.

Then they swarm around me, A hive of honey bees.

I say, It’s the fire in my eyes, And the flash of my teeth, The swing in my waist, And the joy in my feet.

I’m a woman Phenomenally.

Phenomenal woman, That’s me.

Men themselves have wondered What they see in me.

They try so much But they can’t touch My inner mystery.

When I try to show them, They say they still can’t see.

I say, It’s in the arch of my back, The sun of my smile, The ride of my breasts, The grace of my style.

I’m a woman Phenomenally. Phenomenal woman, That’s me.

Now you understand Just why my head’s not bowed.

I don’t shout or jump about Or have to talk real loud.

When you see me passing, It ought to make you proud.

I say, It’s in the click of my heels, The bend of my hair, the palm of my hand, The need for my care. ’Cause I’m a woman Phenomenally.

Phenomenal woman, That’s me. #crownediam

Psalms: 23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

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He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

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He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

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Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

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Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

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Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

Remember My Love …Remember My Smile.,

Obituary On Monday June 21st, 2021, Amber Blakes passed away surrounded by her loved ones and in the arm of her eldest daughter to be with our Father in heaven.

Amber Claire Blakes was born on January 31, 1976 to the union of James Leonard Blakes, and Marlene Favorite Blakes. Amber was baptized at Little Zion Baptist on Wilson Road in Marrero, LA, by Pastor Louis Ernest. Her favorite scripture was Psalm 121: “I lift my eyes to the hill, where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord; the maker of Heaven and Earth.” Her favorite song was “Nobody Greater.” Amber was a brilliant woman, a go-getter, a friend to all, a loving niece, a cousin who loved her family, but most of all, she was a loving mother to Najai Semaj Davis, Imri James Blakes-Williams, London Blakes-Jones, and a doting grandmother to Marley Rashad Davis. Amber is the sister of Nanette, Dericka, Phillip, Keith, Eris, and Kenneth(deceased).The niece of Burma Bentley, Alfredia F. Kindrick(deceased), Judith James, Lisa Favorite, Una Favorite Brown, Preston Favorite, David Holmes and Melikile Favorite Sr. The Goddaughter of Gilda Collins and Reverend Anthony Williams. She leaves behind her devoted Aunt Una Favorite Brown and Uncle Preston Favorite that she called out for consistently until the day she transitioned. Devoted friends, Lori, Tiffany, Anieze, Janetha, Zena, Renee, Ciera, Larry and Kyra. On behalf of the family we'd like to personally thank Cousin Mukie for always being there to assist with daily living, Dr. Borgeman, Nurses Kim, Rhea, Batchy, and the remaining touro staff who treated Amber as nothing less than family. She was welcomed into the gates of Heaven by her Mother, Father, Grandmother Ethel Mae Davis, Auntie Fredia, & Great Auntie Nest. She will definitely be missed by her immediate family, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and associates. May her legacy remain intact and memory forever live on.

Crowned I Am.

Order of Service Family Procession Devotional Old/New Testament Reading Prayer As A Loved One ………………………..……………… David Holmes Selection ………………………………….………… Musical Ensemble Expressions ………………… Preston Favorite & Robin Kindrick Poem From Family ………………………………..……. Sylvia George Selection………………………………………Dr Karen Brooks Favorite Letter To Mom ……………………………………….……… Najai & Imri Obituary …………………………………..………………….. Judith James Words Of Comfort ……..……….............. Father Sidney Speaks , St. Joseph Worker Catholic Church Eulogy ……………………………………………….. Apostle Brian Lewis Selection ……………………………….......................Clark Knighten Benediction Recessional

You are my life, you are my Love

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Words of Appreciation Our hearts have been made to rejoice during the passing of our beloved mother. We appreciate the many acts of kindness extended to our family. Your prayers and all expressions of love and sympathy are greatly appreciated. May God’s blessings of peace and love continue with you forever.

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Active Pallbearers: Imri Williams Micheal Jones Nicholas Kindrick Jr. Justin Watson Bruce James Jr. Queban Lee Darrius Taylor Lil Mikey Honorary Pallbearers: Marlon Favorite Sr Bryson Osborne Edward McNeil Favorite II Brian Bentley Preston Favorite Deshone Faulkner Phillip Jordan Larry Collins Kendrick Branch David Holmes

Melikile Favorite Jr Carl Osborne Jr. Brandon Bentley Nick Kindrick Sr Milton Bentley James Jordan Bryan K Whitley Darryan Washington James Burgess Darren Robinson

Acknowledgements The family of Amber Blakes would like to thank everyone for keeping our family in your thoughts and prayers, and for all acts of kindness rendered to us during this difficult time. Special thanks to name some special people to thank

Final Arrangements Entrusted to Davis Mortuary Service Gretna, La 70053 Interment Restlawn Park Cemetary Avondale,La 70094 Repast: Downman Plaza Banquet Hall

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