2022ObituariesUncategorizedRachel Marie LaGroue

Rachel Marie LaGroue, a beloved wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great-mother Passed away peacefully at home. She went to her eternal heavenly home on Thursday afternoon, October 6 th , 2022. She was born in New Orleans, LA on November 21 st , 1937. She grew up in Hammond, LA. Rachel met and married Robert E. LaGroue, Sr. in 1958 and they purchased a home in Greenwell Springs, LA to raise their family. She was a faithful member of Greenwell Springs Baptist Church for over 64 years. She retired from Our Lady of the Lake Hospital to spend precious time with her family. Rachel was known as a prayer warrior for those in need and she lifted up the hurting. She prayed for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren daily. Her life centered around her family and her church family. Awaiting her heavenly arrival were her loving husband, Robert E. LaGroue, Sr. and her adored son, Wade Malcolm LaGroue; as well as her parents Ethel and Willie Self. She is survived by her children, Wanda Jones, Marlene Ashford and her husband David, Densyl LaGroue and his wife Teressa. She is also survived by Grandchildren, Misty Jones, Dawn Craig, Brandon LaGroue, Matthew Jones, Michael LaGroue, Joshua Ashford, Marcus LaGroue and Nikkie LaGroue; her great-grandchildren, Andrew Craig, Briley Register, Makinze Jones, Camryn LaGroue, Gracie Jarreau, Ryann LaGroue, Adelynn Ashford, Bentley MCune, Roseleigh Ashford, Jack LaGroue, and Major Conerly. Visitation will be at Greenwell Springs Baptist Church on October 10, 2022 at 1PM – 3PM. Celebrating her life and legacy will begin at 3PM with the burial at Greenwell Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers are Brandon, Marcus and Michael LaGroue, Joshua Ashford, Andrew Craig, and Stan Eunice. The family would like to thank all of Rachel’s church family and friends that have stood by their sides during their tremendous loss.