February 08, 1938 – June 10, 2023
Melila Cadet age 85 passed away peacefully at University of Miami Hospital, surrounded in prayer and song by her four children. She was born in Giunaudee (Jean-Rabel), Haiti to the late Vonelie Pierre-Louis and Riviere Nelson.
Melila met and married the love of her life, Mesinor C. Cadet at Saint Monfort Catholic Church on July 25, 1963. Their blessed union produced 4 amazing and unique children; Edna Cadet-Kennedy (Ron), Edlyne Cadet, Emmanuel Cadet and Elie Cadet (Jacqueline). After 18 years of marriage Melila, lost her one true love, Mesinor. This devoted mother said she would never remarry out of respect for the one man she said that no one could ever replace, and she never did.
Melila was a dedicated member of Bethany Baptist Church of Miami. She was active in the women’s Sunday School class, Dorcas. She held the distinction of being the oldest deaconess and one of the oldest church and choir members. She even became the choir president at one point.
To support the children left in her care, this young widow worked as a nurse’s aide. Everyone always described her as a sweet lady with a kind, servant heart. She was known to her small group as “The Queen”. She leaves behind a wonderful legacy of faith.
She was preceded in death by her brothers, Hubert R. Nelson, and Pedro Nelson.
She is survived by her children; grandchildren Alexandra, Chanson, Emmanuel “Mezi” and Gabriel; nieces Michelle, Daphne, Anite, Martha, and Camelta; nephews Jacques, Jr. and Andy; numerous cousins, other relatives, church family and friends.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, June 17th, 2023, from 9:00 am to 10:00 am at the Cooper City Church of God located at 9191 Stirling Road, Cooper City, Florida, 33328. Funeral Service from 10:00 am to 12:oo pm followed by a graveside service at 1:00 pm at Lauderdale Memorial Park, 2001 SW 4th Avenue, Ft Lauderdale, Florida 33315. A Repast will be held at the church following the service and burial.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Zelle Account 305-338-4180
Please click on the link below to hear a special song that holds an indescribable significance in my heart. Its melodic embrace and heartfelt lyrics were a constant companion during the cherished moments spent with my mother, creating an everlasting connection that transcends time and reminds me of her unwavering love and presence in my life.
The funeral will be live streamed on the Cooper City Church of God website.The website is CCCOFGOD.ORG and then click on the LIVE button on the top right. See screenshot below.
Arrangements entrusted to Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, University Drive Chapel.
Cooper City Church of God
Cooper City Church of God
Lauderdale Memorial Park
Camelta Barnes
June 13, 2023, 7:40 pm
I thank God for all the times I was able to be in your presence auntie Melie. You were the only auntie that I really knew and the one auntie that gave me the experience of what it meant to have an auntie. I will forever remember your sweet voice calling “Ma”🥰, or saying “how are you Ma”. May you rest in peace in the arms of our Lord Jesus… love you💕🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Jacques Cadet
June 13, 2023, 7:46 pm
To my wonderful auntie Hall Hall for always made us all feel so special today. We love you. We are not sad because we know you are in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior. Jesus Christ I know you are singing a praise, song rest in peace, auntie we love you, Jacques and Emmanuella and family.
Idi Ohikhuare
June 13, 2023, 8:33 pm
Our sincere condolences 💐
~ Idi Ohikhuare & Family
Pauline
June 13, 2023, 10:05 pm
My deepest sympathy to your family.. May God comfort you. Your mom is with her maker. May she rest in peace.
❤️ Love Pauline
Annick Lagredelle
June 14, 2023, 7:00 pm
” Avec Jesus tout va
bien.” I would always hear those words from you whenever I called. Marraine, your faith never wavered even throughout your illness. What a great testimony! I will always miss you but I find comfort in 2 Cor 5:8
KJV.
❤️ Annick
Marie Sevick
June 15, 2023, 2:05 pm
Marie Sevick
June 15, 2023. 9:00 am
Melila Cadet, I met you several years ago and enjoyed your sweet smile and chatting with you and your vivacious son ad daughters, Emmanuel Mani Cadet, Edna Cadet and Edlyne Cadet. We share two grandchildren, Chanson Cadet and Emmanuel “Mezi” Cadet. I know that you are now with the Lord. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends during this difficult time of loss.
Michael Lewis
June 15, 2023, 3:19 pm
To the Cadet family,
What a beautiful woman. Her laughter and chuckles still sing in my ear. My family and I are with you in our hearts, thoughts and in prayers.
June Mados-Sajous
June 16, 2023, 5:46 am
My condolences ✝️
I remember her at Bethany Baptist Church as a young girl.
She was kind and always had a beautiful smile whenever she spoke to me.
Rest in peace.
Keita Cadet
June 16, 2023, 8:43 pm
Your mother was a great person who touched so many lives, including mine. I will miss her, specially on our phone conversation on Saturday at three o clock. May the Healer of all wounds heal your broken heart.
You have my most sincere condolences.
Chantal Cecily Honore
June 16, 2023, 9:27 pm
May the soul of your mother, aunt and grandmother rest in peace and May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek. Day by day, May you let go of your loss because you will never let go of your love. Que la terre lui soit légère. 💐💔
Roline Milfort Rosen
June 16, 2023, 10:39 pm
Melila was a true blessing and joy. I am grateful she was a part of my life growing up. My sincere condolences to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you during your time of grieving. May the memories bring a smile to your heart. With love.
Michelle Justin
June 17, 2023, 9:40 am
Auntie Melie.. you were the sunshine in my days. Thank you for being a great aunt and always showing me while growing up that God and family comes first. I will forever have memories of our trips together and your everlasting love. Rest in peace! ❤️❤️❤️
Noemi Zamora
June 17, 2023, 12:54 pm
May the Lord strengthen and comfort Edlyne and all in the Cadet family. What a blessing to have a mother who was such an example of a Godly woman who loved Her Savior and others. God’s blessings to the family. Our sincere condolences- Noemi and Alejandro Zamora
Jude Montreuil
June 17, 2023, 4:00 pm
“Absent from body; present with the Lord”, we don’t mourn like the world mourns: my condolences to my cousins; and I pray God our Father gives you grace and comfort by the Lord Jesus Christ and the holy Spirit at this particular time.
Carolyn Sevick
June 17, 2023, 4:01 pm
My sincere condolences to the Cadet family, and I am so sorry for your loss! Melila was a beautiful person with a sweet smile, and I loved talking with her during our family gatherings. May God heal your hearts and give you peace knowing she knew she was very loved and that she will be your Angel watching over you!
Phyllisa Fox
June 17, 2023, 5:00 pm
I remember always expecting to see Auntie Melie when Edna and Eglyne would visit Nassau, Bahamas. And she came over, her and Grandma would talk all day in creole, laughing throughout. Auntie Melie are family will miss seeing you and appreciate you showing up for some of the most important moments of our lives. Much love from Phyllisa and Michael.
Pamela L Palmer
June 19, 2023, 1:14 pm
Mrs. Cadet your were my mom’s special friend for many, many years. She always looked forward to speaking with you and touching visits. Thank you for being the wonderful woman of God…truly a “Virtuous Woman”!! Blessings and Continued Peace and Love to your legacy-your children, grandchildren and family!!
Mezi Cadet
June 30, 2023, 3:59 am
W grandma.
ECK
July 14, 2023, 3:11 am
Momma,
I miss your hearing your sweet voice in the morning, during our daily calls.
Love you always 💜 ECK