Wanda Baker Ishmael

Wanda Faye Baker Ishmael, 70, died on Thursday, February 11, 2016. She was a lifelong Donaldsonville resident and a longtime active member of BPW. Wanda was owner of The Fabric Center in Donaldsonville. She loved flowers and enjoyed sewing, scrapbooking, and reading. She is survived by her husband, Calvin Ishmael; three daughters and sons-in-law, DeeDee and Brandon Verrette, Stephanie and Greg Tatum, Lacey and Corey Gautreaux; six grandchildren, Trent and Tanner Tusa, Parker and Gunnar Tatum, Bella and Hunter Gautreaux; one great grandson, Jaxx Tusa; one sister, Gloria Baker; and one brother, Ronnie and Kay Baker. Preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Clara Baker. Visitation will be held on Monday, February 22, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at11:00 a.m. at Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church in Donaldsonville. Arrangements by Ourso Funeral Home in Donaldsonville.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Glenn Schexnayder, Hematology and Oncology Clinic, Critical Care Medicine/ Pulmonary Medicine, Flannery Oaks Guest House, Home Health Amedysis and all who helped with her care and comfort. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor to the American Lung Association. To offer condolences to the family, please sign the online guestbook at www.oursodonaldsonville.com.