Priscilla Poche'

CELEBRATING

The Life Of…

Poche’

Priscilla Ann Cola

March 25, 1947 - June 2, 2015

Reflections of Her Life…

Priscilla Ann Cola-Poche’

On Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at 5:00 pm one of God's servants departed this earth to enter her new home in glory.

Priscilla Ann Cola-Poche was a native of Convent, LA and a resident of Kenner, LA for 49 years. She was born on March 25, 1947 to the union of the late Gabriel Cola and Evelyn Cola Ellis. Priscilla was a faithful parishioner of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Kenner, LA, where her spiritual strength endured to the end, she fought a good fight and kept the faith.

Priscilla began her education in Convent LA and graduated from Our Lady of Grace Catholic high school, continuing her education at Southern University in Baton Rouge. She retired from Metairie Bank and Trust, where she dedicated 33 years of service.

Priscilla married Clayton Poche, Jr. on September 17, 1967, to that union three children where born. Cherishing the life she lived are three children, Karen Ann Poche, Clayton Poche III (Patrece) and Nicole Vondell Poche, all of Kenner, LA; four brothers, Ronnie Cola of Dallas, TX., Donald Cola of Laplace, LA, Lonnie Ellis (Deola) of Laplace, LA and Lyle Ellis (Cynthia) of Dallas, TX; one sister-in-law Brenda Cola; six grandchildren, Lesley Poche, Brandon Jackson (Jalisa), Ahmad Poche, Clayton Poche, IV, Hakeem Poche and Nyla Poche; three great grandchildren, Quentin Poche, Skyla Jackson and Layla Terrance; three affectionate children, Dwayne Cola, Danny Cola (Janet) and Marilyn Lynette Baker (Gene); Two godchildren, Gabrielle Carroll and Collette Baloney and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was proceeded in death by three brothers, Tommy Cola, Leslie and Lennie Ellis; two sisters, Evelyn Carroll (William) and Marilyn Cola and step-father Elmo J. Ellis.

Priscilla Ann Cola-Poche’ March 25,

1947-

June 2, 2015

Celebration of Life Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church Celebrant: Rev. Father Richard Miles 1908 Short St. * Kenner, Louisiana Friday, June 12, 2015 * 12:00 noon

10:00 am Visitation Praying of the Rosary – 11:30am Musical Prelude 12 noon Mass 1st Reading – Cheryl Isom Responsorial Psalms: Micheal Catalano 2nd Reading – Deda Ellis Gospel- Father Richard Miles Homily- Father Richard Miles Offering Song- Every Praise- Clayton Rowen Offertory/ Presentation of the Gifts – Lesley and Ahmad Poche’ Holy Communion – Take Me to the King – Clayton Rowen

Final Blessings Reflections – Terry Jean Williams Letter to Maw Maw – Gabrielle Carroll Letter to Momma – Taylor Lynn Carroll Eulogy – Father Richard Miles Obituary - Vanessa Doss Remarks – Clayton Poche’ Jr. Priscilla Ann Cola-Poche’ March 25,

1947-

June 2, 2015

From Heaven To my dearest family, something I’d like to say but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I’m writing this from heaven, here I dwell with God above. Here there’s no tears of sadness just pure eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I’m out of sight remember that I’m with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you, when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and said “I welcome you.

It’s good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they’ll be here later on. I needed you here badly, you’re part of my plan, There’s so much we have to do to help our mortal man.”

God gave me a list of things that he wished for me to do, and foremost on the list was to watch and care for you, and when you retire to your bed, the day’s chores put to flight, God and I are close to you…in the middle of the night When you think of my life on earth and all those loving years, because you’re only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry, it does relieve the pain, Remember there wouldn't be flowers, unless there was some rain. There are many roads ahead of you, many hills to climb, but together we can do it taking one day at a time and now I am content that my life was so worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

When you are walking down the road and I am on your mind, I’m walking in your footsteps, only half a step behind. And when it is your time to go on…from that body to be free, remember you’re not going…you’re coming here to me.

Love Momma Priscilla Ann Cola-Poche’ March 25,

1947-

June 2, 2015

My Love

I have only just lost you, the pain is hard to bear.

Do I have to go through life knowing you're not there.

Please someone explain to me why she had to go, are there any reasons, I really need to know.

I sit here and remember all the lovely times we shared the talks the laughter of every one you cared I am told the pain will ease in time and I will think of her without a tear, but that will be impossible as I need to have her here.

She was my very world to me my ever guiding star Just kiss me softly on the cheek dear and tell me where you are.

Priscilla Ann Cola-Poche’ March 25,

1947-

June 2, 2015

Farewell, Dear Mother Somewhere in our hearts, beneath grief and pain, Is a smile we still wear at the sound of your dear name.

The precious word is ‘MOTHER’, she was our world you see, But now our hearts are breaking because she’s no longer here.

God chose her for His angel to watch us from above, To guide us and advise us and know that we’re still loved.

The day she had to leave us when her life on earth was through, God had better plans for her, for this, we surely knew.

When we think of her kind heart and all those loving years, Our memories surround, us and we can’t hold back the tears.

She truly was our best friend, someone we could confide in, She always had a tender touch and a warm and gentle grin.

We want to thank you Mother for teaching us so well, though the time has come that we must bid you this farewell.

We’ll remember all you’ve taught us and make you proud you’ll see.

Thank you our Dear Mother for all the love you showed.

Although you’ve left this earth and now you’ve taken flight, We know that you are here with us each morning, noon and night.

Love, Karen, Clayton, Jr. & Nicole

Priscilla Ann Cola-Poche’ March 25,

1947-

June 2, 2015

If Roses Grow in Heaven

If roses grow in Heaven, Lord, Then pick a bunch for us.

Place them in our Maw-Maw’s arms and tell her they’re from us. Tell her that we love and miss her, and when she turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while. Because remembering her is easy.

We do it every day. But there is an ache within our hearts that will never go away.

The Grandkids

Priscilla Ann Cola-Poche’ March 25,

1947-

June 2, 2015

Active Pa l l b ea re rs ;

Honorary Pa l l b ea re rs :

Hakeem Poche’ Antoine Tobias Danny Cola Dwayne Cola, Sr. Gary Cola Lonnie Ellis, Jr. Dwayne Cola, Jr. Brandon Jackson

Clayton Poche’ III Lyle Ellis Lonnie Ellis, Sr. Donald Cola Ronnie Cola Ahmad Poche’ Lennie Valentine Gregory W. Carroll

Acknowledgements The Family of Priscilla Ann Cola-Poche’ sincerely thanks each and everyone for their comforting expressions, thoughtful deeds and words of sympathy rendered through prayers, telephone calls, flowers and other acts of kindness. Words could never express our sincere gratitude. Continue to remember us in your prayers.

The Poche’ /Cola-Ellis Family

A Sincere Thanks To Avondale Shipyard, Bed Bath & Beyond, Capital One, City of Kenner, Metairie Bank & Trust, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Quest Diagnosis, Seal’s Class Act Outreach Social & Pleasure Club and Temple of Praise Ministries

Interment

Arrangements Richardson Funeral Home

Providence Park Cemetery 8200 Airline Drive Metairie, LA 70003

1112 Jefferson Highway River Ridge, LA 70123

Repast (2pm)

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