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Zella Marie Raby

In Loving Memory

Zella Marie Raby

Date of BirthJune 13, 1912
Passed Away OnApril 12, 2008
At Age95 years
Resident ofGroves, TX
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Zella Romero Raby, 95 of Groves passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Gulf Health Care in Port Arthur.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Groves, with Msgr. Kenneth Greig and Father Stephen McCrate officiating. Rite of Committal will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves under the direction of Broussard’s in Nederland. A gathering of the family and friends will be from 5:00pm to 8:00 pm on Monday, April 14, 2008 at the mortuary with a scriptural rosary being recited at 6:00pm.

Mrs. Raby was a native of Jeanerette, Louisiana and lived in Port Arthur and Groves most of her life. She retired from Raby Electrical Company after 35 years of service as an accountant.

Mrs. Raby was preceded in death by her husband Vernon. She is survived by her sister, Babe LaFrennie of Groves; nieces, Cyndee Borel and husband Paul of Coppell and Carolyn Killingsworth of Baytown; nephews, Creig Romero of Houston, Greig Romero and wife Debbie of Carthage; several great nieces and nephews and many friends.

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Services

Visitation

Broussard’s Mortuary

505 12th Street

Nederland, TX 77627

April 14, 2008

5 to 8 Rosary 6PM

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Funeral Service

St. Peters Catholic Church

2049 Taft

Groves, TX 77619

April 15, 2008

10:00 AM

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Interment

Greenlawn Memorial Park

3900 Twin City Highway

Groves, TX 77619

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Condolences (6)

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The Gilson Family Prosper, TX April 18, 2008
Nanny Zell you will be well missed. Our family was touched by the warmth and sincereity that always came from you to us through Cyndee. Your smile and precious petite stature were so endearing and the hugs were always welcomed when we got to see you during your visits. We know you are with Jesus, smiling down on us all. Thank you for all your love and prayers during your time hear with us, we pray you rest in joyful peace with the Lord. with love from Jeff, Charity, Brandon & Jordan Gilson
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Liz Johnson Rockwall, TX April 14, 2008
Babe, Cyndee & Paul, We were so sorry to hear about the loss of Nanny Zell. We loved her and will miss her dearly. The world has certainly lost a very special lady. Please know that although we aren't able to be there with you in person, we are there with you in spirit. Cyndee, please give your Mom an extra big hug from us and give her our love. Love, Liz, Joel, Tyler & Kendall
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Chris Klinkhammer Groves, TX April 14, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our prayers and love for the family. Love, Chris and Herman Klinkhammer