Mary Ann White passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and deep love for her family and community.

Mary Ann grew up in Louisiana and was a proud graduate of Central High School, Class of 1962. Following high school, she pursued her passion for cosmetology as a member of the Cosmetology Class at Central Area Trade School. She brought care and creative dedication to her community while working at Marie’s Beauty Salon and Walker Barber Shop and Beauty Salon.

Demonstrating a lifelong commitment to helping others, Mary Ann transitioned into healthcare, serving as a Nurse Aide at Natchitoches Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. In 1993, she relocated to Dallas, Texas, where she attended college in Irving, Texas, and earned her degree as a Dental and Medical Assistant. She then went on to care for patients as a Medical Assistant at Baylor Medical Center in Dallas.

In 2004, Mary Ann returned home to Natchitoches, Louisiana. She began working at the Winn Correctional Center (Winn Detention Center), where she was a dedicated staff member until her retirement in 2019.

Mary Ann was a faithful and devoted member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

Ms. White was preceded in death by her parents: Gerard Llorens Sr. and Rosalie Metoyer Llorens, her brothers; Anthony Llorens and Gerard Llorens Jr. (Dallas, TX), Brothers-in-law: Frank Thomas (Natchitoches, LA) and Roosevelt Smith (Ruston, LA).

She leaves to cherish her precious memories; sons: Irvin Llorens Sr. (Michelle) of Dallas, TX, and Michael Llorens (Dorothy) of Dallas, TX, daughter: Petra White of Natchitoches, LA, sisters; Theresa Smith (Grambling, LA) and Rose Thomas (Natchitoches, LA) brother: Charles Llorens (Thelma) of Natchitoches, LA, grandchildren: Irvin Llorens Jr. (Dallas, TX), Dominic Shaver (Natchitoches, LA), Austin Llorens (Dallas, TX), and Taylor Llorens (Dallas, TX) and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.