Letha Bunch Scharfe celebrated her 96th birthday, April 12, 2017. She passed away peacefully on April 23, 2017 surrounded by loved ones.Letha was born in 1921 to Louis and Sara Fleming Bunch of Jones, LA. Blessed with eight siblings, she was cherished as the baby of the family.Ever an adventurous and independent spirit, Letha, after graduation moved to Washington, D.C. and worked as a secretary for the Department of the Navy during WWII. Her professional career in the oil and gas industry took her to New Orleans and Lafayette, LA and eventually Houston, Texas where she met and married the love of her life, Vernon.Following her husband‚ death and Letha‚ retirement, she moved to West Monroe, LA to be close to her family.Through the years she was active in many local organizations. Bridge was her favorite pastime and she played with her dear friends until the last month of her life.As a true southern lady, Letha loved church services and delighted in hosting bridge games, holiday parties, and elegant luncheons.Letha is survived by her loving stepdaughter, Barbara Scharfe Chauvin and her husband, Alden, their children and grandchildren.Her forever love will thrive in the hearts of her numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends and her close friend and personal assistant, Jaki.Heartfelt gratitude goes to Brother Ricky Baker, Pastor of Grace Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Sincere gratitude goes to the exceptional team at Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care, especially to her nurse, Janice Segars whose special care was a gift from God.LBS: Favorite Quote Thank you, Lord for yesteryear with all its joys and sorrows. I walk away from yesteryear and give you my tomorrows.Visitation is Thursday, April 27, 2017 at 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe, LA.Graveside services will be at 2:00 PM on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at Bartholomew United Methodist Church Cemetery in North Bastrop, LA. Brother Ricky Baker will officiate.Donations may be sent to Bartholomew United Methodist Church, Bastrop, LA.