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Louise

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Sapp

Jan 22, 1932 — Feb 5, 2025

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Celebration of Life Psalms: 91:2 I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God. In him I will trust.

Louise Sapp , born January 22, 1932 in Madison, FL raised by her late parents Robert Sr and ILer Cason-Gwinn. She grew up with six siblings: Ted, Verna Mae, Robert Jr, Earnestine(all preceded her in death) two surviving brothers Donell and Clifford. Attended Suwannee County Public Schools.

Louise accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at New Zion MB Church, McAlpin, FL. Current membership Mt Sinai MB Church under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Charlie Barfield until her death.


Louise was married to Alfonso Alexander gave birth to Leroy and Devonne Alexander. Years later married Willie L Sapp given birth to, Johnell, Claude, Earl, Doreen, and Stevie Sapp. She suffered the loss of her granddaughter T.  Mashon Alexander in 2023. Surviving children Devonne and Johnell.


Louise a loving mother worked hard to provide for her family. She moved to Miami, FL in the mid 50's. She was employed at South Miami Hospital  nearly fifteen years and pursued extra work as a private duty nurse to care for clients in their homes. The
mid-60's, Louise decided to move to NYC as a single mom with the help of her Aunt Iner and Uncle Buck Carter for a fresh start. She and her children made Jamaica, Queens, NY their home for over five years. She worked at St Claire Hospital in Manhattan, NY until 1971.


Louise loved to travel. While working in NYC as a private duty nurse she was hired by Dr Joyce Brothers as caregiver for her mother. This dream come true extended her travels from cruising to flying and dining. She visited places like Chicago, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New Orleans. NYC, and the Caribbean. She was living her best life.


Due to health problems Louise returned to Miami that stay was short lived.


Louise loved her family. Her mother was  diagnosed with cancer. She returned to Live Oak Fl to care for their elderly parents until their deaths.


Louise loved to cook and bake. Her specialty was baking "Sweet potato pies". Another passion was her impeccable taste in fashion. She loved to dress from head to foot for any occasion!
She definitely dressed to impress.


Family was everything and so was the love for her late Aunt Doris Cason-McMillian. They were like sisters an unbreakable bond from raising their children together to sharing the same life struggles. Who said life was fair they both were survivors.


Louise Sapp ,  a phenomenal woman God called her home on February 5, 2025 at the age of 93.


She leaves to cherish her memories; Daughter; Devonne Wiley (Willie), Son; Johnell Sapp, Brothers; Donell Gwinn(Gigi), Clifford Gwinn (Marvette), Grandchildren; John "Poone" Walker, Gene Alexander (Tiffany), Jerome Alexander (Salanda), Jytallia Sapp, Tosha Wellington, Daniella Lenzly, Tresca Terrell, Jasmine Bain-Sapp, 13 Great-grandchildren, Devoted love ones; Marion Gross, Loretta Gwinn, Merdine Williams, Lucille Bowers, Julius Gwinn (Jowanna), Lashonda McHenry, Mrs. Louise Bell and Minister Latricia Hunter and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Funeral Services

Visitation

February
21

Friday

New Zion Missionary Baptist Church

16808 North County Road 349, McAlpin, FL 32062

4:00 - 6:00 pm

Funeral Service

February
22

Saturday

Mt. Sinai Baptist Church

9975 140th St, Live Oak, FL 32060

Starts at 2:00 pm

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