Minnie Lee Washington

A Service of Worship & Thanksgiving For the Late

Deaconess

Minnie Lee “Mameyo” Washington Sunrise March 28, 1926

Sunset May 8, 2015

The Asia Baptist Church

1400 Sere Street New Orleans, LA 70122 Pastor Kenneth G. Thibodeaux, Officiant

Her Story Minnie Lee Washington, affectionately known as “Mameyo,” was born on March 28, 1926 to the late Corine Coleman and the late David Crawford, in Birmingham, AL. She grew up in Birmingham, AL, and later moved to Bogalusa, LA before finally making New Orleans her home.

Minnie married the late Edward J. Washington and was the mother of 8 children. She worked as a caregiver for many years and enjoyed baking her homemade sweet potato and pecan pies and preparing her one-of-akind mustard greens.

Minnie loved the Lord and was a faithful servant. At her passing, she was a member of The Asia Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth G. Thibodeaux. She was a proud member of “The Biggest Little Church in the World.” She served on the Usher and Deaconess Boards under the leadership of the late Rev. Zebadee Bridges, Sr. Her favorite scripture was Proverbs 3:5-6; Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.

Minnie enjoyed crafting, gardening and going to Mercy Endeavors Senior Citizen Center here in New Orleans. She also loved spending quality time with her big sister. Some will remember her contagious smile, others will remember her sweet spirit, but all will remember her for the love she showed to her family and friends. She will be deeply missed.

Minnie was preceded in death by her son, Gregory Crawford and her grandson, Joseph Ducros.

She leaves to cherish her fond memories, her children, Patricia Wilson, David Crawford (Jarlene), Kenneth Crawford (Trina), Desiree Ross, Michael Washington (Aloma), Edward Washington (Fatessa) and Michelle Johnson (Lee); 18 grandchildren, Colette (Don), David, Jr. (Tayan), Sequilla (Yolanda), Christopher (Angela), Dechana, Catina (Rashad), Wallace (Kathy), Brandi, Donette, Labria, Adrianne (Dwayne), Roy, Kenneth, Korry, Elaysha, Breeon, Edward and Carolyn; 22 greatgrandchildren, Charlie, Kristen, Robert, III, Rashad, Jr., David, III, Camren, Corinne, Bailey, Peyton, Donte, Danai, Kenneth, Kiyaah, Kenaedie, Kingston, Kendall, Chrishel, Christopher, Jr., Bernice, Caden, Jayden and Romiya; her siblings, Rosie Lee Smooth and Edgar Crawford; 1 godchild, Keith Sykes; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends.

Order of Service Saturday, May 16, 2015 * 10:00 a.m.

Prelude Processional Selection Scripture Reading

Musician Clergy & Family Choir Old Testament New Testament

Prayer Prayer Chant Hymn of Praise

Condolences The Asia Baptist Church Brotherhood …… Bro. Freddie Johnson, Sr. The Asia Baptist Church Sisterhood …………………. Sis. Gladys Bryant Selection …………………………………………………………………………….. Choir Family Expressions ………………. Brother ……………….. Edgar Crawford Tribute to Mother …………………………………………………….. Lois Watson Obituary ………………………………. Her Story ……………….. Catina Landry Solo ……………………………………………… Carl Dennis & The Blue Psalms Ministerial Words of Comfort Selection ……………………………………………………………………………… Choir Eulogy ………………………………………….. Pastor Kenneth G. Thibodeaux Dismissal

Precious

Memories ‌

A Mother’s Love –Helen Steiner Rice

A Mother’s love is something that no one can explain, It is made of deep devotion and of sacrifice and pain, It is endless and unselfish and enduring come what may For nothing can destroy it or take that love away . . .

It is patient and forgiving when all others are forsaking, And it never fails or falters even though the heart is breaking . . .

It believes beyond believing when the world around condemns, And it glows with all the beauty of the rarest, brightest gems . . .

It is far beyond defining, it defies all explanation, And it still remains a secret like the mysteries of creation . . .

A many splendored miracle man cannot understand And another wondrous evidence of God’s tender guiding hand.

Love Always, Your Children, Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren

We Are Family‌

Active Pallbearers Bernard Robertson Rashad Thornton Todd Bazzle

Don Bannister Albert Polite Roy Ross, Jr.

Honorary Pallbearers David Crawford, Sr. Kenneth Crawford, Sr. Edgar Crawford

Michael Washington Edward Washington Don Bannister

With Gratitude & Love The Washington Family wishes to express sincere gratitude and appreciation for the many acts of love and kindness extended to our family. We have been blessed through your prayers, cards, flowers, telephone calls, prepared food and your presence. We thank you for your support.

A “Special Thanks� is extended to Tulane Hospital & Clinics, Christians Hospice and The Asia Baptist Church Family Sincerely, The Washington Family

INTERMENT ARRANGEMENTS Treasures of Life Center for Life Funeral Services 345 E. Airline Highway Gramercy, LA 70052

Mount Olivet Cemetery & Mausoleum 4000 Norman Mayer Ave. New Orleans, LA 70122

REPAST Asia Baptist Church Fellowship Hall 1400 Sere Street New Orleans, LA 70122

Program Design: Our Celebrations of Life (504) 453-2186 * ourcelebrationsoflife@gmail.com