Born in Carthage, Texas, to Arlene McCann and Peter McCann, Lorice was a woman who truly lived life to the fullest. As a licensed Practical Nurse, she devoted herself to caring for others, offering comfort and kindness to all who knew her. Lorice served on the Keatchie City Council and was honored for her tireless service to her community and church. Her heart was always open, whether she was teaching women’s Sunday School, serving as the secretary at Good Hope Baptist Church, or simply lending a helping hand to anyone in need.
Lorice’s joy for life was contagious. She had a passion for cooking, and her meals were always made with love. Her garden was a colorful reflection of her nurturing spirit, and she loved nothing more than spending time with her flowers. Music brought her great joy whether she was singing, dancing, or just enjoying a good tune, she always found a way to bring fun and energy to any occasion. But above all, Lorice cherished time spent with her family. Her home was filled with warmth, laughter, and an open door for anyone who needed her.
Lorice is survived by her seven children: Gloria Ford, Easter Baylor, Rita Hudson, Regina Baylor, Alfreda Acheampong, Wanda Billingsly, and Ronald Baylor, along with her beloved grandchildren: Shataka Baylor, Laura Williams, Demar Hudson, Geramy Hudson, Peter Abe, and Toni Williams-White, and great grandchildren: Lauren Williams, Miles Hudson, Kannon Hudson, Kasen Hudson, and Tucker White.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jessie James Pipkin; her father, Peter McCann; her mother, Arlene McCann; her twin sister, Ora Lee Jacobs; and her son, Billy Ray Baylor.
A visitation to celebrate Lorice’s life will be held on Friday, March 21, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Centuries Memorial Funeral Home, 8801 Mansfield Road, Shreveport, Louisiana, 71108. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Good Hope Baptist Church, 498 LA-172, Keatchie, LA 71046. The graveside service will follow at Centuries Memorial Park, 8801 Mansfield Road, Shreveport, Louisiana, 71108.
Lorice will be laid to rest at Centuries Memorial Funeral Home & Park, Fellowship Lot 32D.
Serving as pallbearers are her grandsons, Demar Hudson and Geramy Hudson, Lee Arthur Blankenship, Arnell Blankenship, Cam Blankenship.
