Edna Painter Lambert

Edna "Maw Cooney" Painter Lambert was born in New Orleans, LA on December 21, 1948. She passed away at her home peacefully on December 5, 2025, at the age of 76. She loved time spent with her family, watching sports, playing Yahtzee, dancing, music, baking, and cooking.  She was always smiling and made everyone feel loved.  She was a faithful member of River of Life Church in Port Vincent.  Edna is survived by her son, Garry Lambert (Rebecca); Brother, Joseph "Boo Boo" Painter (Lucille); sister-in-law, Sue Painter; grand dog, Hershey, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Lambert, Sr.; son, Edwin Lambert, Jr.; parents, Ollie and Edna B. Painter; brother, Paul "Bootsy" Painter; best friend, Beverly Albarado; fur baby, Belle. 

A funeral service will be held at River of Live Church in Port Vincent, LA on Monday, December 15, 2025, with visitation from 9:30am until service at 11am.  Burial will follow at Prairieville Community Cemetery in Prairieville, LA.      

Cody Painter, Justin Painter, Lucas Kidder, Landon Kidder, Owen Coburn, Jacob Glenn will serve as pallbearers