Kristain Lavallais

Kristain Lavallais obituary, Alexandria, LA

Kristain Lavallais

Kristain Lavallais Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Miller & Hill The Funeral Directors - Alexandria on Jul. 15, 2025.

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It is with both sorrow and celebration that we bid farewell to the loving soul of Kristain Dawn Lavallais, who took her leave of this world on July 1, 2025. Born on February 14, 1982, in Pineville, Louisiana, Kristain's life was as vibrant and heartwarming as the Valentine's Day she was born on. Her compassionate nature was the beacon of light that guided her life journey, and her adventurous spirit was a testament to her inherent zest for life.
Kristain was not just a daughter, sister, and wife, but a friend to all those who knew her. Her ambitious nature led her to become a Resident Support Specialist V in the Medical Support Services field, where her loving and compassionate nature shone through. She was a cornerstone of her community in Mansura, Louisiana, not just as a professional, but as an individual who believed in the power of love and kindness. As Maya Angelou once said, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." This quote encapsulates Kristain's life philosophy - she always put others' feelings and needs before her own and left an indelible mark on the hearts of those she touched.
Kristain is survived by her loving spouse, Melissa Ford, her father Lionel Lavallais, brother Shannonn Johnson, sister Geneva Johnson, her niece Jaliah Thompson, nephew Jabari Johnson, and step-mother Brenda Johnson. She is preceded in death by her mother, Josephine Lavallais, and her aunt, Lessie Ford. Kristain's memory will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends. Her legacy is a testament to her adventurous and loving spirit, a beacon of light that will continue to shine brightly.
We encourage you to share your memories and upload photos of Kristain on the memorial page. Each story, each picture, will help keep her memory alive, a testament to her loving and adventurous spirit. As we celebrate her life, let us remember Kristain Lavallais for who she truly was - a compassionate, loving, adventurous, and ambitious soul who lived her life to the fullest.

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