Funeral services for Necie Rachel Malmay, 70, of Noble, LA, will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Keith Garvin officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Catherine Cemeteryin Noble, LA. Visitation will begin on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM at Warren Meadows Funeral Home, Zwolle LA with a Rosary at 6:00 PM.

Necie Rachel Malmay was born on Friday, September 28, 1956 in Converse, LA. She passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Many Healthcare North in Many, LA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Loyd Wilson Cates and Rachel Ruth (Yarbro) Cates; her nephew, Scott Roussel and great grandson, Kayson O’Con.

She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Ronnie Malmay of Noble, LA; daughter, Shelly Frost and husband Brandin of Zwolle, LA; son, Kenny Malmay and wife Crystal of Converse, LA; sister, Linda Roussel of Shreveport, LA; brother, Loyd Cates and wife Wanda of Smithville, TX; seven grandchildren: Dana Starnes, Gavin Chamberlin, Patience Malmay, Alec Culbertson, Rayvin Frost, Gracie Frost and Christian Culbertson; great grandchildren: Nathan Starnes, Asher Starnes, Greyson Wynn, Alex Wynn and Gunner Pardee; along with a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Those honored to serve as pallbearers: Gavin Chamberlin, Alec Culbertson, Christian Culbertson, Brandin Frost, Jason Malmay, and Waylon Malmay. Honorary pallbearers are her great-grandchildren: Nathan Starnes, Asher Starnes, Greyson Wynn, Alex Wynn and Gunner Pardee.

Necie was a sweet and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Her humility and faithfulness were evident. She loved God, her family and friends genuinely. She was a true example of strength, courage, and compassion. Her acts of love have touched so many over her 70 years of life. The last 7 years of her journey were so challenging. We have all learned what true love and strength is from Necie. She will be cherished forever. 

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