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With deep love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jocelyne Louis, who was born on July 4, 1950, to Ballony Louis and Anita Morisseau. She was the second of five sisters: Edna (NaNa), Marie Carmel, Monique, and Gerda (FiFi). Jocelyne attended Senminaire Adventiste Dikini, where she was first introduced to the Adventist faith—something that would remain a guiding force throughout her life. It was also there that she met the charming Lucien Lovinsky, who would later become the love of her life. After a year of courtship, Jocelyne and Lucien were married in 1972. Though she faced challenges in conceiving, the news of her first pregnancy filled her with overwhelming joy. She lovingly referred to her child as her "miracle," a true gift from God. In 1974, they welcomed their only child, Nervin Lovinsky. Jocelyne and Lucien were entrepreneurs at heart. Together, they built a life rooted in hard work and determination—operating a textile business, managing a fleet of street taxis (tap-taps), and running a neighborhood grocery store. Jocelyne played a vital role in the growth and upkeep of these ventures, often traveling to support their success. Through these travels, she came to the United States and eventually made the life-changing decision to settle in Brooklyn, New York, in 1980. Once in Brooklyn, Jocelyne began working at Rand Uniform Supplies, where she worked tirelessly, saving every dollar she could to reunite her family. While her husband remained in Haiti to manage their businesses, he made the difficult decision to send their son to join her. In the summer of 1981, Jocelyne and Nervin were reunited—marking the beginning of a new chapter built on resilience and sacrifice. As a devoted single mother, Jocelyne worked two to three jobs at a time to provide for her son. Her tireless dedication instilled in him the true meaning of hard work, perseverance, and faith.

Determined to build a better future, Jocelyne later earned her Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license, further demonstrating her commitment to growth and providing for her family. Her example left a lasting impression—guiding her son to graduate high school and become the first in the family to attend college. After graduating from Baruch College, he relocated to Tampa, Florida, with the goal of creating a better life and one day bringing his mother with him. In the summer of 2007, they were reunited once again when Jocelyne made the move to Tampa. In Tampa, Jocelyne continued her life of service, working as a CNA at Moffitt Cancer Center, where she spent 13 years bringing comfort, compassion, and care to those who needed it most. She retired after years of dedicated service, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and professionalism. In retirement, Jocelyne found joy in the simple but meaningful things—spending time with family, completing crossword puzzles, watching Family Feud, and serving her community through Life Church in Zephyrhills, Florida. She also embraced her role as a mother figure to Mervelyne and Merlin Eloi, whom she raised, and took immense pride in their children—Merlin Eloi Jr., Taraji Grinder, and Penelope O. Galotti—who lovingly called her "Grandma." Affectionately known as "Mommy Jo," Jocelyne was a reserved yet joyful spirit. She was incredibly generous, always giving to those around her without hesitation. In her presence, people felt seen, welcomed, and truly blessed. Her deep faith was evident in her daily life, often expressed through her love of singing church hymns and her gentle but powerful reminder: "Did you pray today?" She carried her Haitian heritage with pride, especially through her love of traditional dishes like rice and legume. Her style was modest and conservative, yet always marked with a unique personal flair that reflected her individuality. Jocelyne's life was a testament to faith, sacrifice, resilience, and unconditional love. Her legacy lives on through the countless lives she touched and the family she poured into.

She is survived by her children, Nervin Lovinsky (Nathalie Jean-Gilles), Merlin Eloi, and Mervelyne Eloi (John Clifford); grandchildren, Merlin Eloi, Jr., Taraji Grinder, Penelope O. Galotti, Janiyyah Esperance and Joshua Louis-Charles; and siblings, Berthony Louis (Marlene Louis), Jean Carlo Monfort, Monique Louis (St. Martin Florestal), Marie Yvanne Louis Alexis and Gerda "FiFi" Louis; beloved nieces and nephews, Berthony Louis, Jr., Brian Louis, Melissa Louis, Merlyne Louis, Enack Chrispin, Sheila Chrispin Benjamin, France Chrispin Daniel (Lesly Daniel), Alex Emmanuel, Danilo Emmanuel, Gina Emmanuel, Edna Numa, Lovely Fouyol, Guerdy Louis, Frantz Louis, Onias Derilus, Othniel Derilus and Tabitha Derilus; and a host of extended family members and dear lifelong friends including Arlette Menard, Marie Marthe Pinchinat, Elena Morgan, and Cesar Bycinthe. Though she is no longer with us physically, her love, strength, and spirit will remain with us always; guiding us, comforting us, and reminding us of what it truly means to live a life rooted in faith and love.