Valerie Claire Barnes

Valerie Claire Barnes entered into eternal rest on Friday, January 31, 2014. Loving mother of Delashandra Jasmine, Dwaynedra Barnes and Enquire Barnes. Devoted grandmother of Travis Stewart, Troy Fitz, Dominique and Aaliyah Barnes. Daughter of the late Henderson Sabastian and Shirley Barnes Louis. Granddaughter of the late Corella Williams Black and Johnny Black. Sister of Elston Barnes, Keith Barnes, Sr., Norman Louis, Jr., Gerald Louis, Constance Lawrence, Lydia Jordan, Kim Savage, Krystal Lilly, Racquel Louis and the late Alison Faye Barnes. Aunt of the late Scottari Elika Jackson and Carlos "Truck" Lawrence. Niece of the late Vincent Black and Thelma Black. Cousin of the late Irvin Black; also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age: 56 years a native of Gretna, La. and a resident of Harvey, La. Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers, and members of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral service at Mt. Zion Baptist Church 701 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, La. on Saturday, February 8, 2014 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Noily Paul officiating Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named church Interment: New Hope Cemetery - Gretna, La. Arrangements By Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La.