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▰ Modena Blaylock Layman

Died February 16, … More Information
Modena Blaylock Layman, age 66 of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed from this life on February 16, 2000.
Obituary published: February 17, 2000 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Margaret Alice Eblen Layman

Died May 05, … More Information
Margaret Alice Eblen Layman, born September 8, 1934 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home May 5, 2015 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Margaret was 80. Tags: #Henry #High #Lexington #Transylvania #Music #English #Political #Library #University #Kentucky #Education #Tennessee #Margaret #Metropolitan #Club #Maxwell #Presbyterian #Nashville #First #Church #Hillsboro #Orleans #Katrina #Elder #Avenue #Congregational #Republican #Louisiana #Civil #Paris #French #Fitness #John #Petro #Robert #Doshia #Haddix #Milton #Henderson #William #Eblen #Mary #Woodland #California #Joseph #Sadinsky #Jennifer #Catherine #Steck #Brenda #Dunford #Louisville #Linda #Hunt #Paducah #Bonnie #Hall #Layman #Anne #Wires #Memorial #State #Interment #Sullivan
Obituary: Margaret Alice Eblen Layman passed away on May 5, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Daughter of Robert Donald and Doshia Margaret Haddix Eblen, Margaret was born in Irvine, Kentucky, on 8, 1934, and grew up in Lexington, KY. She was a graduate of Henry Clay High School, Lexington, and Transylvania University. At Transylvania University, she majored in Music, English Literature and Political Science, was a member of the choir and Phi Mu sorority. She received her master’s degree in Library Science from the University of Kentucky and an advanced degree in Education at the University of Tennessee.

In Lexington, KY, Margaret was a member of the Metropolitan Woman’s Club and Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church, where she also sang in the choir. moving to Nashville, TN, in 1973, she joined the First Presbyterian Church and Hillsboro Hounds, where she fox hunted for 25 years. In both Lexington and Nashville, she worked as a librarian in the public school systems for 20 years. relocating to New Orleans in May 2005 (prior to Katrina), she was a member and Elder of St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church, where she served on the Congregational , Library and Education committees. She was also a member of the Republican Woman’s Club of Louisiana.

Margaret was an avid reader and enjoyed historical novels, particularly referencing the Civil War and WWII eras. She loved spending time with family, friends, neighbors and her dogs, in addition to fox hunting, traveling (especially to Paris) and all things French. She also enjoyed spending time at the beach, the JCC Fitness and with her book clubs.

Margaret is preceded in death by son, John Andrew Petro; parents, Robert Donald and Doshia Margaret Haddix Eblen; husband of thirty years, Robert E. Layman; brothers, Dr. Kenneth Milton Eblen, Henderson, KY, and William Thomas Eblen, Lexington, KY, and sister Mary Louise Eblen Hager of Woodland Hills, California.

Margaret is survived by son, Joseph V. Petro III (Rachael Sadinsky) of Lexington, KY, daughter, Jennifer Leslie Petro Steck (John) of New Orleans, and grandchildren, Catherine Allison Steck, John Crawford Steck, Jr., and William Hannon Steck, all of New Orleans.

Margaret is also survived by her stepchildren; Brenda Layman Dunford (Harold), Louisville KY, Linda Layman Hunt, Paducah, KY, Bonnie Layman Hall (Charles), Lexington, KY, Robert Stephen Layman (Barbara), Nashville, TN, Anne Layman Wires (Lew), Nashville, TN, and six step-grandchildren.

A Memorial Service in honor of Margaret will be held on May 11, 2015 at St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church, 1545 State Street, New Orleans, LA, 70118. Visitation starts at 1:00 followed by the memorial service at 2:00.

An Interment will be held at a later date at the First Presbyterian Church’s columbarium, in the Sullivan Gardens, Nashville, TN.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the SPCA in Margaret’s memory.

To view and sign the guest book, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.






▰ Margaret Alice Eblen Layman

Died May 05, … More Information
Margaret Alice Eblen Layman, born September 8, 1934 passed away peacefully May 5, 2015 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Margaret was 80.
Family members and close friends: , Tommy Henley, Beryl Ames, Anna Chalkas Day, Fran And Alex Himmelberg, Tara Kennon, Tom Eblen, Elizabeth Laird, Jennifer Steck, Theedee Loy, Melissa Wilkinson

▰ Katie (Layman)[Thomas] Layman

Died September 02, … More Information
Katie (Layman)[Thomas] Layman, age 88 of New Orleans, Louisiana, entered Heaven's gates on September 2, 1999.
Obituary published: September 03, 1999 in "Times-Picayune"

▰ Katie Layman

Died September 03, … More Information
Katie Layman, of Louisiana, born in Enterprise, Mississippi, went into the presence of the Lord on September 3, 1999. Katie was 88.
Obituary published: September 04, 1999 in "Times-Picayune"

▰ Jessey C Layman

Died May 11, … More Information
Jessey C Layman, age 82 of Coushatta, Louisiana, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Jessey May 11, 2010.
Obituary published: May 12, 2010 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Fe Laygo

Died November 26, … More Information
Fe Laygo, born December 25, 1922 passed from this life on November 26, 2019 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Fe was 96.
Family members and close friends: , Sharon A. Galman ( Funeral Director )

▰ Beneditcto R Laygo

Died March 19, … More Information
Beneditcto R Laygo, born September 5, 1911 passed away peacefully March 19, 1979 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Beneditcto was 67.

▰ Wilma T (Tingle) Layfield

Died October 10, … More Information
On October 10, 2004, Wilma T (Tingle) Layfield, 101, of Natchitoches parish, Louisiana left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home.
Obituary published: October 11, 2004 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Sandra Gibson Layfield

Died January 06, … More Information
Sandra Gibson Layfield, age 72 of Sabine Parish, Louisiana, entered eternal life January 6, 2012.
Obituary published: January 07, 2012 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Ruth Layfield

Died May 17, … More Information
Ruth Layfield, of Jackson Parish, Louisiana, passed from this life on May 17, 2009. Ruth was 85.
Obituary published: May 18, 2009 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Ruth Layfield

Died May 16, … More Information
Ruth Layfield, age 85 of Louisiana, died on May 16, 2009.
Obituary published: May 17, 2009 in "News Star"

▰ Ray B Sr Layfield

Died November 26, … More Information
Ray B Sr Layfield, of Red River Parish, Louisiana, passed from this world into the next November 26, 2011. Ray was 88.
Obituary published: November 27, 2011 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Norman Ray Layfield

Died October 09, … More Information
Norman Ray Layfield, born January 15, 1939 entered eternal life October 9, 2015 in Coushatta, Louisiana. Norman was 76. Tags: #Evelyn
Obituary: Norman was born on 15, 1939 and passed away on , 9, 2015. Norman was a resident of Coushatta, Louisiana at the time of passing. Norman was married to Evelyn.

▰ Michel (Hamous) Layfield

Died October 17, … More Information
Michel (Hamous) Layfield, age 86 of Coushatta, Louisiana, passed from this world into the next October 17, 2011.
Obituary published: October 18, 2011 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Louis Dewain Layfield

Died January 17, … More Information
Louis Dewain Layfield, age 76 of Coushatta, Louisiana passed away January 17, 2003.
Obituary published: January 18, 2003 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ James T Layfield

Died February 26, … More Information
James T Layfield, age 74 of Shreveport, Louisiana, departed this life Sunday February 26, 2013.
Obituary published: February 27, 2013 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ James Lloyd Layfield

Died January 02, … More Information
James Lloyd Layfield, age 58 of Shreveport, Louisiana, entered into eternal rest January 2, 2020.
Obituary published: January 03, 2020 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ James Delton Layfield

Died April 11, … More Information
James Delton Layfield, age 88 of Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, died on April 11, 2002.
Obituary published: April 12, 2002 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Harvey D Layfield

Died January 26, … More Information
Harvey D Layfield, born April 22, 1932 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before his January 26, 2010 in Haughton, Louisiana. HARVEY was 77.

▰ Gladys Marie (Ezernack) Layfield

Died June 21, … More Information
Gladys Marie (Ezernack) Layfield, age 83 of Haughton, Louisiana, went to be with her Lord and Savior June 21, 2010.
Obituary published: June 22, 2010 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Gladys Layfield

Died June 20, … More Information
Gladys Layfield, born January 3, 1927 departed this life Sunday June 20, 2010 in Haughton, Louisiana. GLADYS was 83.

▰ Gerald Lynn Layfield

Died November 12, … More Information
Gerald Lynn Layfield died unexpectedly on November 12, 2012 at the age of 67 in Jackson Parish, Louisiana.
Obituary published: November 13, 2012 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Ellen Mathews Layfield

Died May 31, … More Information
Ellen Mathews Layfield, a resident of Jackson Parish, Louisiana for decades, died May 31, 2008 in Jackson Parish, Louisiana at the age of 50.
Obituary published: June 01, 2008 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Ellen (Mathews) Layfield

Died May 31, … More Information
Ellen (Mathews) Layfield passed away peacefully May 31, 2008, at her home in Louisiana. She was 50.
Obituary published: June 01, 2008 in "News Star"

▰ Edward Lorriane Layfield

Died June 11, … More Information
Edward Lorriane Layfield, born June 20, 1941 passed away peacefully June 11, 2015 in Arcadia, Louisiana. Edward was 73. Tags: #Cindy
Obituary: Edward was born on 20, 1941 and passed away on , 11, 2015. Edward was a resident of Arcadia, Louisiana at the time of passing. Edward was married to Cindy.

▰ Edna Layfield

Died February 19, … More Information
Edna Layfield, of Jackson Parish, Louisiana, joined the Lord February 19, 2010. Edna was 87.
Obituary published: February 20, 2010 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Edna Layfield

Died February 19, … More Information
Edna Layfield, age 87 of Louisiana, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master February 19, 2010.
Obituary published: February 20, 2010 in "News Star"

▰ Edith J Layfield

Died September 10, … More Information
Edith J Layfield, age 40 of Red River Parish, Louisiana, went into the presence of the Lord on September 10, 2007.
Obituary published: September 11, 2007 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Dennis Augustus Layfield

Died July 10, … More Information
Dennis Augustus Layfield, age 81 of Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana passed away July 10, 2004.
Obituary published: July 11, 2004 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Debby Layfield

Died March 10, … More Information
Debby Layfield, age 47 of Red River Parish, Louisiana, joined the Lord March 10, 2007.
Obituary published: March 11, 2007 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Daryl Craig Layfield

Died March 14, … More Information
Daryl Craig Layfield, age 58 of Red River Parish, Louisiana, passed from this life on March 14, 2012.
Obituary published: March 15, 2012 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Daisy May Layfield

Died September 10, … More Information
Daisy May Layfield, of Red River Parish, Louisiana, entered Heaven's gates on September 10, 2000. Daisy was 74.
Obituary published: September 11, 2000 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Daisy Mae Layfield

Died September 11, … More Information
Daisy Mae Layfield, of Many, Louisiana, went to be with her Lord and Savior September 11, 2000. Daisy was 74.
Obituary published: September 12, 2000 in "Beaumont Enterprise (TX)"

▰ Clarence A Layfield

Died August 21, … More Information
Clarence A Layfield, age 86 of Red River Parish, Louisiana, passed from this world into the next August 21, 2012.
Obituary published: August 22, 2012 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Christine B Layfield

Died April 05, … More Information
Christine B Layfield, age 78 of Red River Parish, Louisiana, died on April 5, 2012.
Obituary published: April 06, 2012 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Ardis Wilburn Layfield

Died May 11, … More Information
Ardis Wilburn Layfield, age 81 of Coushatta, Louisiana, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home May 11, 2002.
Obituary published: May 12, 2002 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Alice Stinecipher Layfield

Died February 13, … More Information
Alice Stinecipher Layfield, born October 13, 1939 went into the presence of the Lord on February 13, 2016 in Shreveport, Louisiana. Alice was 76. Tags: #James
Obituary: Alice was born on 13, 1939 and passed away on , 13, 2016. Alice was a resident of Shreveport, Louisiana at the time of passing. Alice was married to James.

▰ Ivah "Ivy" Layerle

Died November 26, … More Information
Ivah "Ivy" Layerle, born July 28, 1924 entered the Kingdom of Heaven November 26, 2020 in Metairie, Louisiana. Ivah was 96.
Family members and close friends: , Genevieve Powell, Lynn Tompkins, Leslie Pitts

▰ Lee L Laycock

Died November 16, … More Information
Lee L Laycock, age 55 of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, entered the Kingdom of Heaven November 16, 1953.
Obituary published: November 17, 1953 in "MorningAdvocate"

▰ Dolores Davis Layacano

Died March 06, … More Information
Dolores Davis Layacano, born August 8, 1928 departed this life Sunday March 6, 2015 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dolores was 86.
Family members and close friends: , Christina Pettus, Jessica Davis, Naomi Drake

▰ Vivian Lay

Died October 26, … More Information
Vivian Lay went into the presence of the Lord on October 26, 1999 in Fortson, Louisiana.
Obituary published: October 27, 1999 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Susie Anita Lay

Died February 19, … More Information
Susie Anita Lay, of Natchitoches, Louisiana, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home February 19, 2000. Susie was 70.
Obituary published: February 20, 2000 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Ryan Justin Lay

Died August 07, … More Information
Ryan Justin Lay, of Bienville Parish, Louisiana, entered into eternal rest August 7, 2001. Ryan was 20.
Obituary published: August 08, 2001 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Richard Lay

Died February 26, … More Information
Richard Lay, of Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, died on February 26, 2004. Richard was 42.
Obituary published: February 27, 2004 in "Shreveport Times"

▰ Rachel Elizabeth Lay

Died January 25, … More Information
Rachel Elizabeth Lay, born February 24, 1977 departed this life Sunday January 25, 2016 in Metairie, Louisiana. Rachel was 38. Tags: #Herbie #Robin #Cindy #Capps #Chris #Godmother #Tyler #Abby #Katy #Harriet #Frederick #Christopher #Janet #Mark #Metairie #East #High #Mardi #Rachels #Leitz- #Veterans #Blvd #Clearview #Estella #Evie
Obituary: Rachel Elizabeth Lay, age 38, entered into rest on , 25, 2016. Loving mother of Estella and Evie Koch. Daughter of the late Herbie and Robin Lay. Sister of Cindy Lay, Amy Capps (James), Chris Lay (Melissa) and the late Herbie Lay, Jr. Aunt and Godmother of Tyler Capps. Aunt of Abby and Katy Capps. Granddaughter of the late Harriet and Frederick Kinsler. Niece of Christopher Kinsler and Janet Wheeler. Rachel is also survived by the father of her children, Mark Koch. Rachel was a native and lifelong resident of Metairie, LA and was a graduate of East Jefferson High School. Rachels favorite time of year was Mardi Gras so please feel free to wear a pair of Mardi Gras beads to Rachels service to honor her. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial gathering at Leitz-Eagan , 4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy., in Metairie, LA on afternoon, 30, 2016 beginning at 12:00 noon with a memorial service to follow at 3:00 PM in Leitz-Eagan s chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Rachels family so they can arrange an education fund for her daughters, Estella and Evie. The online guestbook and memorial is available at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.

▰ Rachel Elizabeth Lay

Died January 25, … More Information
Rachel Elizabeth Lay, born February 24, 1977 passed away peacefully January 25, 2016 in Metairie, Louisiana. Rachel was 38.
Family members and close friends: , Jay O'rourke, Forenzia Reid, Claudia Mcgee-swift, Sharon Creger, Amanda Dayvolt Deist, Sue N Jed Imbraguglio, Heather Culver, Billy Lanham, Sharon Ocokoljic, Maria Montealegre Saddler, Bridgett Guarino Deyarmett, Holly Oropeza, Shala James Waguespack, Esmar Williamson, Katy Hope, Michelle Delahoussaye, John Schmidt, Sybil James, Heather

▰ Maxine Lay

Died February 17, … More Information
Maxine Lay, born August 10, 1935 passed away peacefully February 17, 2015 in Louisiana. Maxine was 79. Tags: #Bill #Parents #Estelle #Elizabeth #Earline #Marcine #Jody #Katelyn #Trevor #Cheryl #Fidelis #Group #Bridgeway #Zachary #Christ #Greenoaks #Chapel #Park
Obituary: Maxine Lay, 79, died 17, 2015 of Alzheimers disease in Baton Rouge. Born in Teasdale, MS 10, 1935. . Preceeded in death by her husband Bill Lay, Parents Henry and Estelle Franklin, sisters Elizabeth McCutchen and Earline Hallum. Survived by daughter Marcine and husband Jody Lanier, grandchildren Katelyn and Trevor Lanie, sister Cheryl Kirby and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the staff at Fidelis Group and Bridgeway Hospice for their love and care. Member of Zachary Church of Christ. Visitation 19, 2015 5-9PM and 12 noon until service time at Greenoaks . service 2PM 20, 2015 at Greenoaks Chapel. Interment to follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park.

▰ Maxine Lay

Died February 17, … More Information
Maxine Lay, born August 10, 1935 entered into eternal rest February 17, 2015 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Maxine was 79.
Family members and close friends: , Karen & Jim Lackie, Staff Fidelis Residential Care

▰ Mary Ann Lay

Died May 23, … More Information
Mary Ann Lay, born October 5, 1940 went to be with the Lord on May 23, 2015 in Patterson, Louisiana. Mary was 74. Tags: #Patterson #Baton #Carl #Anna #Roads #Louisiana #Eugene #Bachelor #Arts #Education #Milford #Morgan #Drill #Services #Bayou #Woodrow #Stacy #Melinda #Morton #Phillip #Jordan #Ross #Hannah #Madison #Julianna #Jaxson #Aiden #Joshua #Jacob #Robert #Alan #William #Carolyn #Mary #Alita #Caparotta #Carla #White #Kristen #Cantwell #Jeffrey #Jaret #Pallbearers #Wiley #Norman #Adams #Michael #John #Anderson #Project
Obituary: Mary Ann Lay, of Patterson, Louisiana, passed away peacefully , May 23, 2015, in Houston, Texas, surrounded by her family. Visitation with the family will be held at Hargrave in Morgan City, Louisiana, on , May 28, 2015, from 9am until time of service at 11am. Burial will be immediately following at St. Joseph in Patterson.

Mary Ann was born on 5, 1940, in Baton Rouge to Carl and Anna Gill and spent her childhood in New Roads, Louisiana, with her parents and brother, Eugene Gill.

Upon her high school graduation she attended USL where she graduated with honors and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education. While in college she met the love of her life, Milford Woodrow Lay, Jr., whom she married in 1963. later settled in Morgan City, Louisiana, where they started their family and worked together in the oil and gas industry, eventually founding Drill String Services, Inc., in 1989. Mary Ann loved nothing more than to be surrounded by her children and grandchildren at her home on the Bayou Teche in Patterson. She was also a collector of antiques and enjoyed spending time gardening.

Mary Ann is survived by her children, Milford "Trip" Woodrow Lay, III, and wife, Stacy; and Melinda Lay Morton and husband, Phillip. She also leaves behind nine grandchildren: Jordan Lay, Ross Lay, Hannah Lay, Madison Morton, Julianna Lay, Jaxson Lay, Aiden Morton, Joshua Thomas and Jacob Thomas; two brother-in-laws, Robert Lay, wife Ann and nephew Alan, and William Lay, wife Carolyn; one sister-in-law, Mary Gill and three nieces, Alita Gill Caparotta and family, Carla Gill White and family, and Kristen Gill Cantwell and family.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Milford; parents, Carl and Anna Gill; and brother, Eugene Gill.

Pallbearers are Ross Lay, Joshua Thomas, Jacob Thomas, Alan Lay, Jeffrey Day and Jaret Rentrop. Honorary Pallbearers are Wiley Magee; Norman Hymel; B.A. "Red" Adams, Sr.; Robert Lay; Michael Caparotta; Michael White and John Cantwell.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the MD Anderson Children's Art Project.
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