Dessie Lee Babineaux Memorial

Celebration of Life

Dessie Lee Babineaux
Sunrise ~ Sept 1, 1938 ~ Sunset ~April 29, 2020

Obituary
Dessie Lee Babineaux

Dessie Lee Babineaux was born September 1, 1938 in Eunice, Louisiana to
Lindsey and Odessa Thomas. She was the second born of 16 children.
She went to Charles Drew High School in Eunice, Louisiana where she
excelled in sports.

At an early age, Dessie accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.
She served as an usher and choir member at True Light Baptist Church.

Dessie Lee met and married the love of her life, Wilbert Joseph Babineaux,
on May 29th, 1953. With this union five children were born; Sandra,
Delores, Atella, Wilbert Jr., and Tannis.

Throughout her life, she accomplished many professional certificates in
the following fields of study; nursing, social services, and dentistry. Most
importantly, she was the proprietor of two floral shops located in Los
Angeles and Pacoima, California. Floristry was her passion which enabled
her to provide services for the community, personal and business events.

She was a faithful member of Greater Community Missionary Baptist
Church in Pacoima,CA for 30 years and served wherever necessary.
Membership changed for Dessie when her grandson, Donald J. Smith,
was ordained and became the pastor of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church (Pacoima,CA)
which brought her tremendous pride and joy. Dessie served on the Mother’s Board
and remained a member at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church until the Lord called
her home.

Dessie was preceded in death by both parents, four siblings passing
at birth and Charles, Patricia, Otis, Mary Alice, Helen, and James.

Left to cherish her memories are her children: Sandra Richardson
(Sylvester), Delores Babineaux, Atella Smith (Donald), Wilbert
Babineaux, Jr. (Vernessa), and Tannis Babineaux. She also parented
Sylvia Strauss, Priscilla Davenport, Bridget Street, and Stanley Montgomery.

Her greatest joy were her 20 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and
one great, great grandchild. Let’s not forget Tucker, her dog, who was her
greatest friend. She leaves behind her siblings: Ivory, Belva, Terry, Jackie,
Allen, Ethel (sister-in-law), Edward (brother-in-law), and a host of nieces,
nephews, relatives, and friends.

Order of Service

Pastor Donald J. Smith, Officiating
Mt Gilead Baptist Church, Pacoima CA

Musical Prelude
Scripture Reading .............................................. Pastor Jeffrey Martin

Old Testament
New Testament
Prayer
Acknowledgements & Cards ........................................Bridgette Street
Obituary ...........................................................Wilbert Babineaux III
Video Tribute ......................................I Stood on the Banks of Jordan
Reflections ..............................................................Dolores Babineaux
Musical Selection .........................................................Amazing Grace
Eulogy ...............................................................Pastor Donald J. Smith
Closing Prayer ..................................................Pastor Donald J. Smith
Private Committal ................................Eternal Valley Memorial Park

Newhall, CA

Thank You

We deeply appreciate and gratefully acknowledge
your kind expressions of sympathy.

It will always be remembered by the family of

Dessie Lee Babineaux

Tributes

DESSIE … Divine , Electrifying , Supportive , Smart , My Dear Sweet Friend,
Icon that Executed life's endurances with ease. Our Friendship started in Christ many years ago.
As Mothers of our church home Mt. Gilead we
DESSIE ... The lefty artistic and witty little firecracker served the Lord and shared so many personal
who expressed how she felt without showing no pity. family matters with each other. I will truly miss our
weekly conversations especially those related to the
OH DESSIE, I will miss you! Who will be there to help awesome word from Sunday services.
sing our Temptations Christmas tunes, Silent Night My heart is heavy but I know that your assignment
"In my mind" has been ringing in my head. Ever since here on earth has been completed. Rest peacefully
that phone call telling me you were gone and to never my sister. I will always cherish the many memories
return again. that we shared as sisters in Christ.
Say to Wisdom, “You are my sister” and to insight,
I love you Granny with all my heart! One thing you “You are my relative”, Proverbs 7:4
taught me is to have faith, I promise you Granny I will Love you always my sister.
not fall apart. - Mother J. Carter

- Love Smee

To my Honey, Dear Granny ,
Words can't express how much I love and miss you 26 Years have passed by and I’ve never know
already. You were a woman filled with grace, a love for life without you. There hasn’t been a Xmas ,
everyone, and a survivor. Thanksgiving, Easter, or 4th of July I didn’t see
I experienced first hand your compassion when it you or be able to pick up the phone and call to
came to helping me take care of my mom until she hear your voice. I can’t imagine what Holidays
took her last breath. You can finally see your sister, will be without you. You broke our hearts but
your husband, and all your loved ones that have been I know Papa jumped for joy when he saw you
waiting for you to join them in the gates of Heaven. I walk through those gates. I don't know what
will always carry you in my heart. I love you Honey. tomorrow will bring, all I know is that all of
Goodbye for now, please tell Kobi I said “hi”. us will be here and you won’t. I can’t fathom a
Until we meet again, life without you but I guess there’s a first time
-Patrice a.k a Tee for everything. I’m not ready to let go. I’m not
ready to say goodbye but God clearly needed
you more than we did. Heaven definitely
gained an angel and we all did too. I miss you
already and wish I had one more hug , one
more kiss , one more see you later and to hear
you call my name. I know we’ll meet again and
never have to be apart so goodbye for now and
I’ll see you later. Forever in our hearts.

“I love you all the way to Mexico!”

-Baby Beily

When I look back and reflect on the time shared with Ms. Dessie (mom) it brings a smile to my face and
warmth to my heart. What an incredible woman she was! She always had enough love to go around and soul
that improved the lives of others just being in her presence. I always admired her ability to reinvent herself;
whatever the task was she did with grace and passion, whether it was cooking, in the medical field, or owning
her own flower shop. Whatever the adventure was she did it with love and care. I enjoyed the times I spent
with her and her family sitting at the dinner table sharing and laughing, TV watching in the din or at church.
She always welcomed me with a smile and a big hug. She will be missed but leaves good memories behind of
knowing she filled our lives with love and happiness.

Love you Ms. Dessie!

-Sharon























Lord, if I could hear mother pray again.
Mother saw that bright light, and landed in glory land.

After she prayed, precious Lord take my hand.
She was ready on Wednesday, April twenty nine, two thousand and twenty.

She saw heaven's door open, so she walked right on in it.
She went home to her heavenly father.

She left behind grands, son and daughters.
She flew away beyond the skies.

For she knew I. Revelation, God said He'd wipe the tears from her eyes.
She was tall, courageous,bold and strong.

She looked at family and friends and said, I have to tarry along,
For, I moved from my old house to my brand new home.

No more crying, no more worries, and no more weathering the storm.
Your mother was the best.

God gave her her final exam and she scored one hundred on her test.
Never will she return here anymore

For she whispered, I am going on that distant shore
I will see my sweetheart and my savior.
For God looked at me and found favour.
She has gone out of the beating rain.
I know you are saying,
Lord, If I could hear mother pray again.
- Shirley White

Honorary Pallbearers:

Donald J. Smith | Donald J. Smith II (Pop) | Terry Thomas

Joseph Perry | Wilbert J. Babineaux III | Davion Charon

Interment:

To be laid to rest with her loving husband Wilbert Babineaux

Eternal Valley Memorial Park & Mortuary

23287 North Sierra Hwy

Newhall, CA 91321

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