Melancon's Funeral Home created a Tribute Video in memory of Karen Gary

I worked with Karen at Regional Planning for several years. Karen was always a kind, caring person . . . and I was blessed to know her. Sending prayers for peace and comfort to her family.

You were the kindest lady I know. I’m glad Brodrick had you & Mr Gary in his life. Fly with the Angels your job on earth is done. Praying for Demetrius Jacoby & Deja.

Years ago, when you were children, I met your grandparents through a mutual friend, Betty Campbell. I had recently divorced my husband. I needed an apartment. I needed furniture,in fact I did not have any at the time. I did not even have a job. I was staying with my brother and his wife at the time. Betty, my best friend, talked to your grandparents about me and what I was going through. Later, Betty took me to their house to visit. This elegantly beautiful lady and kind sweet gentleman took me into their hearts that day. It turns out that they had furniture at his mother's house, where Chuck was living. They told me about the furniture stored there and invited me to check them out. I could borrow any piece I wanted. By the time I finished selecting each piece, I had enough furniture for a one bedroom apartment which I did not even have yet. I was able to put all the furniture into a storage room until I found an apartment. Several days later, the Willows apartment contacted me asking me if I would like a downstairs apartment that had just been remodeled. When my husband filled out an application under his name and his age, it was for both of us. I did not know that I could qualidy for one, so when they told me about the opening, I was not expecting to receive one. I was so surprised. It was all I needed, and I accepted it. God took care of me in all of my situation through both evens. It was in God's timing and provision for me through your grandparents and Willows. Praise the Lord for them. Your grandparents listened to the Lord and offered me the furniture to use as long as I needed. I ended buying each piece until all were paid for. They did not even know me at the time, but they listened to God and obeyed Him. They were so loving and kind. We eventually became good friends, even like family. I love them so much and miss them until that day I see them in heaven with Jesus. Demetrius, when you asked us to pray for you and your family on Facebook, I suspected that something had happened to your Mamagrand. Then Deja, when you wrote me on Messenger, you confirmed that suspicion. I spent most of the night praying for your family. I pray that the Lord wrap His loving arms of comfort, strength, mercy, and peace around each of you during this time of grief and help each of you. I love each of you and pray for you. God bless each of you. Love, Renee Oliver