Denise Lambert Graves

Denise Lambert Graves passed away unexpectedly at the age of 57 on March 13, 2024 in her hometown of Gonzales, Louisiana.  Denise was a 1984 graduate of East Ascension High School, and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Southeastern University in 1989.  Denise then embarked on a career in public service and retired recently from the Louisiana Department of Transportation with 33 years of public service.

Denise loved spending time with her family and friends, most importantly her son Graham.  Denise never met a stranger and was a devoted friend to all.   She was a loving and giving person and always put others before herself.

She is survived by her husband Hubert Graves, son Graham Elder, parents Willie Paul and Jerri Lambert, brother Kevin (Michelle) Lambert, and their children Joseph, Reese, and Ainsley.  Also survived by Aaron, Corey, and Halie Graves.

She is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Robert and Rita Graham, paternal grandparents Adam and Nevie Lambert, and several aunts and uncles, especially Rose Fair who held a special place in Denise’s heart.

Services will be held at Holy Rosary Church in St. Amant.  Visitation is from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. followed by a Mass at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 18, 2024.  Following the Mass, a burial will be held at Cornerview Cemetery.

Night is Falling Dear Mother

Night is falling dear Mother, the long day is over

and before thy loved image, I am kneeling once more To thank thee for keeping me safe thru the day,

to ask you this nite to keep evils away

Many times I have fallen today Mother dear, many graces neglected since last I knelt here Wilt thou not in pity thine own Mother's mild, ask Jesus to pardon the sins of thy child

I am going to rest, for my day's work is done.

Each hour and each moment has passed one by one And the God who will judge me has counted them all He has numbered each grace, he has counted each fall In his book they are written against the last day-

Oh Mother ask Jesus to wash them away

For one drop of his precious blood which for sinners was spilt­ ls sufficient to cleanse the whole world from its guilt

An if every the dawn, I should draw my last breath and the sleep that I take be the long sleep of death Be near me dear Mother, for Jesus' dear sake When my soul on eternity's shore shall awake.