Lisa Marie Ates Borders

Lisa Marie Ates Borders or better known as “Weezie” was a caring mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She fought a very courageous battle with cancer (neuroendocrine carcinoma) but she went home to be with God on November 20, 2024 surrounded by her family.

She was born to Allen and Helen Ates on September 30, 1961. Lisa is preceded in death by her parents Allen and Helen Ates, her sister Sherry Jo Ates Rivers and her sweet Sassy.

There is visitation scheduled for Friday, November 22, 2024 from 5-8 pm with funeral services at 10 am on November 23, 2024, with both being held at Calvary Baptist Church in Natchitoches with Max Ates officiating the service.

This beautiful, loving, caring, devoted mama, sister, and friend was survived by her wonderful family that she loved so dearly: Lindsey Broadway (Stephen), Brittany Borders, Tyler Borders, Gracie Borders and Cherry Cronholm. She was a very proud “Weezie” to her grandbabies: Gracie Borders, Hunter Broadway, Ava Broadway, Bella Lopez, Chloe and Raeleigh Borders. Along with her brother Max Ates (Judy), her sister Peggi Flowers (Chuck), Niece and Nephews: Anne Marie Ates Broadhead, Aaron Ates, Caleb Oldham, Joe Flowers, and Pete Flowers. She also loved her “fur babies”: Sage, Lulu, Sunni Roux and Nunni.

Lisa was full of life and loved to have fun. She enjoyed having her family over for all occasions whether it was a holiday, football game or just because, but please “Excuse the mess.” Anytime she could fire up the grill was a time to celebrate. Lisa also enjoyed time at the beach, whether it was Cabo or Holly Beach, it didn’t matter, as long her toes were in the sand and a “weezie” in her hand. Lisa was always in the mood to celebrate Jesus, as she would listen to Christmas music year round. To know Lisa was to love her. She was full of spirit, joy, hope, compassion, and courage.

Lisa along with family would like to thank Dr. Akhtar and his wonderful team at the Cancer Center for all of their hard work and dedication of helping our precious mama over these past 11 months. They devoted so much of their time, energy and love to her and we are forever grateful for their compassion.

Those honored to serve as pallbearers are: Pete Flowers, Joe Flowers, Aaron Ates, Caleb Oldham, Hunter Broadway and James Borders.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Lisa Chesser Borders Scholarship Foundation at Northwestern State University or the NRMC Cancer Center.