Worship Service
Saturday, January 23, 2020 Family Viewing: 9:00 AM : Service: 10:00 AM
ORDER OF DIVINE SERVICE
HOMEGOING SERVICE CELEBRATING THE LIFE & LEGACY OF
Cinderella Albertha Smith Officiants Bishop Charles C. Mullings Elder Delton McDonald Processional
Congregational Hymn
Clergy and family “Death Hath No Terrors”
Reverent Petition Pastor Delton McDonald Old Testament Scripture Psalm 90: 1–12
Tracey Knight (1st Grandchild)
New Testament Scripture Christopher Levy (Grandson) 1 Thess, 4: 14–17 Welcome Pastor Delton McDonald Solo Karena Clarke (Granddaughter) “I Can Only Imagine” Acknowledgments Marveen Barnes Tributes (2 Minutes) Kailani Scruse (Granddaughter) Angela Webb (Daughter) Sonia Clarke (Daughter) Main Tribute Delores Knight (Daughter) Congregational Hymn
“O I Want to See Him”
Obituary
Norris Levy (Son)
Evan. Smith’s Favorite Choruses
Bethel United Choir
Eulogistic Message Bishop Leslie Josiah Barnes Pastor, First United COJC (Apostolic) Brooklyn, NY. Prayer of Comfort for Family
(Elder Vincent Farquharson)
Recessional Clergy and Family Benediction Bishop Mullings
DEATH HATH NO TERRORS
Refrain Jesus Rose From The Dead, Rose Triumphant As He Said, Snatched The Vict’ry From The Grave, Rose Again Our Souls To Save— O Glory Hallelujah To The Lamb!
We’ll Then Press Forward To The Heav’nly Land, O Glory Hallelujah To The Lamb! Nor Mind The Troubles Met On Ev’ry Hand, O Glory Hallelujah To The Lamb! We’ll Rise Some Day Just As Our Savior Rose, O Glory Hallelujah To The Lamb! Till Then Shall Death Be But A Calm Repose, O Glory Hallelujah To The Lamb!
Our Souls Die Daily To The World And Sin, O Glory Hallelujah To The Lamb! By The Spirit’s Power As He Dwells Within, O Glory Hallelujah To The Lamb! We Seek A City Far Beyond This Vale, O Glory Hallelujah To The Lamb! Where Joys Celestial Never, Never Fail, O Glory Hallelujah To The Lamb!
I’LL HAVE A NEW LIFE On the resurrection morning, when all the dead in Christ shall rise I’ll have a new body Praise the Lord, I’ll have a new life (eternal) Sewed in weakness, raised in power, ready to live in Paradise I’ll have a new body Praise the Lord, I’ll have a new life, oh yes Chorus I’ll have a new home (glory, glory) of glory eternal Where the redeemed (ever stand) of God shall stand There’ll be no more sorrow No more pain, there’ll be no more strife (no strife) Yes, raised in the likeness (in His likeness) of my Savior Ready to live (I’ll be glad) in Glory Land I’ll have a new body Praise the Lord, I’ll have a new life (oh yes)
What a hallelujah morning when the last trump of God shall sound I’ll have a new body Praise the Lord, I’ll have a new life (eternal) Graves all bursting saints all shouting, heavenly beauty all around I’ll have a new body Praise the Lord, I’ll have a new life Repeat Chorus (x2)
HYMNS
Death Hath No Terrors For The Blood Bought One, O Glory Hallelujah To The Lamb! The Boasted Victory Of The Grave Is Gone, O Glory Hallelujah To The Lamb!
AFTER A WHILE After the sunshine comes the rain, After the gladness grief and pain. But there will come a better day after awhile---. We must keep pressing for the goal, Seeking the homeland of the soul. If we have joys that never decay after awhile.
HYMNS
Chorus After awhile, after awhile. In a little while, just a little while Glory is waiting over there after a while. After a while, after a while In a little while, just a little while We shall have joy beyond compare after awhile. II Trouble and cares on every hand, More than our souls can understand. But there will come a better day after awhile---. We must be true to Christ our king, Telling his love his praises sing. If we have joys that never decay after awhile.
III T’will not be long to tarry here, Till the redeemer shall appear. But there will come a better day after awhile--We shall be glad to see his face, Knowing that we are saved by grace. If we have joys that never decay after awhile.
Cinderella A. Smith was born ON March 1, 1937 to the late Mary Thomas and Alexander Mclauchin in Westmoreland, Jamaica, W. I. The third of six children in that family, from an early age, displayed qualities of a leader. She received her early education at Hasting Deeside School, where her teachers labeled her ‘a bright child.’
her life and led to a fulfilled existence.
As she grew in stature, Cinderella showed signs of perseverance and giftedness in making things. Her creativity began to surface, and her insight showed signs of a mental language that would usher into boldness, steadfastness, and perseverance. These qualities characterized
Cinderella Smith migrated from Jamaica to England on January 18, 1962, seeking a better life for her family. While in England, she met some wonderful people, with whom she became good friends. Cinderella found the Lord as she was baptized in the Name of Jesus Christ and received the gift of the Holy Ghost. At that time, she was a congregant of the Pentecostal Church in Dudley, under Elder George Peterkin’s pastorate. Later she also attended the Wolverhampton Church, pastored by Bishop Brown. In 1962, when a Pentecostal church branch opened in West Bromwich, she immediately became a member. Cinderella brought many people to the house of God, and many gave their hearts to the Lord. Even though she accomplished many goals in England, they were insufficient. Cinderella wanted a better life for her family. So, she made a big sacrifice to leave her children with loved ones and migrated to New York in the United States, where she worked taking care of children until she got her citizenship. Through her hard work and dedication, she could afford her children the opportunity of a better life by moving them to the United States of America. One would think that would have been enough, but no, not by Cinderella’s standards. She was determined to provide that same opportunity for her brother and sisters. She accomplished that goal
and made it possible for her siblings’ migration to the United States to a better life. She didn’t stop there; she felt compelled to help other family members have the same opportunity. So, she continued her assistance to make it a reality for them to migrate to the US; that was Cinderella; she was one in a million, always helping and giving. Once Cinderella got settled, she found out there were quite a few people in New York from England, and some were members of the same churches she attended in England. She was informed by a friend that there was a church in Brooklyn by the name of First United COJC, Apostolic, under the leadership of Bishop Leslie Barnes from England. She was quite excited and became a member of the church. Sis. Cinderella’s hard work in the spiritual and financial areas caught her Pastor’s attention. She was later appointed and consecrated a Missionary. While at the Brooklyn church, she met her future husband, Elder Carlton Smith. They later moved to Pembroke Pines, Florida. On December 26, 1987, they were united in holy matrimony by Bishop Mullings. They took fellowship at First United COJC Apostolic under Pastorate of Bishop Charles C. Mullings, where she continued Godly duties by spreading the word of God and reaching out to many souls. The Godly principles she displayed and her thirst for souls led to her ordination as an Evangelist. Evangelist Smith and her husband, Elder Carlton Smith, moved to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and attended Bethel United COJC Apostolic. Elder Smith was installed as the Pastor of Bethel United, making Evangelist Smith the First Lady. Evangelist Smith was very involved in the church. She was dedicated, creative, and a hard-working team leader. She was always coming up with new ideas for raising building funds and different ways to better the church. Evangelist Smith was a member of Bethel United Church until she went home to the Lord. Evangelist Smith was a true believer that lived her life through Christ. If you asked her how she could accomplish all that she did, she would always credit the Lord for her many blessings. Mother was a giver; she constantly gave from her heart. While growing up during the Christmas season, she would always pack up her car’s truck with gifts. When she returned home, we were excited as kids would get so excited to see with what gift she would return home. For her, it didn’t matter; she would always say, “I don’t give to receive. Mother Smiths’ usual verbiage was ‘there are blessings in giving’ that’s the blessing I get to give, and this blessing I have will follow every one of you”. Her joy in life came from seeing the people that she loved happy. She was a true praying warrior. She never left home without her olive oil because she always wanted to be prepared to pray for whoever needed it. Evangelist Smith believed but also relied on her faith. For her, nothing was impossible because she had faith in the Lord. When a task seemed impossible, she would always quote one of her favorite bible verses, “I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me - Philippians 4:13”. Evangelist Cinderella Albertha Smith was not only beautiful on the outside but had a heart of gold. She exuded grace and poise. She was a humble servant of the Lord and made sure she instilled those core Christian values in her family that she now leaves behind: her five children, Bernice A.K.A Delores, Alwin, Sonia, Norris, and Angela. Fifteen Grandchildren: Tracey K, Jermaine, David, Tracey L, Tomika, Shana, Christopher, Kiara, Karena, Sara, Kyana, Travis, Cory, Joshua, and Jared. Sixteen Great-Grandchildren: Ian, Jadin, Brianna, Samirah, Nevaeh, Jaya, Kailani, Jalee, Tiffany, Prince, Zayden, Nicholas, Nathan, Alwin, Josiah, and Kadence. Son in laws: Frederick and Vance, Daughter in-laws: Pat and Al, and GrandDaughter in law Keisha. She is also survived by her brothers and sister and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She leaves behind her church family and a host of friends. Even though she is gone from our sight, she will forever be in our hearts.
SCRIPTURES
PSALM 90:1-12 Lord, thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations. 2 Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou hadst formed the earth and the world, even from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God. 3 Thou turnest man to destruction; and sayest, Return, ye children of men. 4 For a thousand years in thy sight are but as yesterday when it is past, and as a watch in the night. 5 Thou carriest them away as with a flood; they are as a sleep: in the morning they are like grass which groweth up. 6 In the morning it flourisheth, and groweth up; in the evening it is cut down, and withereth. 7 For we are consumed by thine anger, and by thy wrath are we troubled. 8 Thou hast set our iniquities before thee, our secret sins in the light of thy countenance. 9 For all our days are passed away in thy wrath: we spend our years as a tale that is told. 10 The days of our years are threescore years and ten; and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years, yet is their strength labour and sorrow; for it is soon cut off, and we fly away. 11 Who knoweth the power of thine anger? even according to thy fear, so is thy wrath. 12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.
1 THESSALONIANS 4:14-1 14 For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. 15 According to the Lord’s word, we tell you that we who are still alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will certainly not precede those who have fallen asleep.16 For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. 17 After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever
JOHN 11:25-26 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”
GRANDMA’S GONE TO HEAVEN One quiet day the angels came And took grandma far away But in the stillness of the night I could almost hear her say “Dear Tracey my grandchild, I will miss you You mean so much to me But Jesus called me to his side In heaven I will be
So remember all the good times Don’t think about the sad Treasure all the special moments Through the years we’ve always had And if you trust in Jesus I can promise this and more You will get a hug from grandma Someday on Heaven’s golden shore.” Tracey Knight
DO NOT STAND AT MY GRAVE AND WEEP Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there; I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow, I am the sun on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there; I did not die. Mary Elizabeth Frye
POEMS
A place of God’s great beauty No tears or earthly cares Only peace and joy forever And love beyond compare
First United Church of Jesus Christ, Apostolic, Inc. 590 Utica Avenue Brooklyn, New York
“For here we have no continuing city, but we seek one to come…” (Hebrews 13:14 KJV)
Mother Barnes and I have known Evangelist Smith from our time in England where we worked and fellowshipped under the leadership of the late Bishop S. A. Dunn. We would reunite again when I began the work in Brooklyn and became one of the founding members at our first location at 722 Nostrand Avenue. Evangelist Smith was a dedicated and tireless warrior on this side of the vineyard. Relentless in her love of God’s work, she was a valued member of the Women’s Department, choir member, loving supporter and advocate of the youth department and a tenacious group leader whose end of term wins were legendary. Her love for children led her to begin a Sunday School in her house in Far Rockaway, Queens which grew and flourished over the years. As the church transitioned to 868 Winthrop Street, Evangelist Smith was right there to ensure its success and even after she relocated to Florida she continued to love and support the ministry as we moved to our final location at 590 Utica Avenue. She maintained (a) strong fellowship with many of the brethren within our church family in Brooklyn, so it was with great anticipation that we looked forward to seeing her almost every September as she attended our Annual District Convocation. Evangelist Smith was kind, giving and loving always striving to do and give her best to ministry and to the people of God. From England to New York, she could be found sharing her gifts whether it was selling her originally designed hats or baked goods. She was a constant presence in the vineyard who was well-loved throughout the United Churches. As a family, the bond that we shared never severed despite the distance. “Auntie Cindy,” as she was fondly known, and Mother Barnes embraced as sisters and she loved our children as her own even as she maintained her love and fellowship with many of her brethren and church family from across the globe. Evangelist Smith’s passing has left an irreplaceable void in our lives and her love, devotion to ministry and kindness to others is already dearly missed. She was truly unique in her service. So today, we are confident that this is not the end as she has transitioned from this life into eternity. Until then, we look forward to that great day when we shall meet Evangelist Smith again and reunite with her around God’s throne. Until we meet again, “Sis Cindy…” Yours for the Master, Bishop Leslie J. Barnes
TRIBUTES
To the family, loved ones and church family of our Evangelist Cinderella Smith, it is with deep sadness, but not without a hope, that I submit to you our sincere condolences on behalf of myself, Evangelist Barnes, our family and the saints of the First United Church of Jesus Christ, Apostolic, in Brooklyn, New York.
United Church International Apostolic Ministries, Inc. 18900 NW 32nd Avenue Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
January 23, 2021 Evangelist Cindy Smith was larger than life. Her presence would light up any room she entered. Yet, she possessed a gentle and humble spirit and walked through life with poise and grace. She lived her life in submission and service to the Lord and was a blessing to the lives of everyone she met. Sis. Cindy started her walk with the Lord in West Bromwich, England, in the 1980s when she was baptized in Jesus’ name and received the gift of the Holy Ghost. From West Bromwich to Brooklyn, New York, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, she lived, walked, and talked about the gospel of Jesus Christ. She was a disciple of exemplary sainthood and a fierce advocate of the gospel. Sis. Cindy was the Queen of church-work. It would be hard to find a church worker more involved in the ministry. She was the Queen of giving. Her generosity was unmatched. Finally, she was the Queen of millinery work. Sis. Cindy made some of the most gorgeous hats, which can be seen on the heads of saints worldwide. She was our modern-day Dorcas of Bible fame. I was blessed to be her Pastor and united her in marriage to the late Pastor Carlton Smith. A bond developed between the Clarke-Smith family and my own that not even death can break because her children Delores, Sonia, Angela, Alwin, and Norris are alive. While I am saddened by the loss of such a wonderful saint, I take comfort in knowing that she is resting, safe in the Master’s arms. Sleep well, Sis. Cindy. Your trail of goodness left an indelible mark on generations who beheld your graciousness in awe and admiration. Your life and legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of all who love you.
Tribute to Cinderella Alberta Clarke-Smith
Bethel United Church of Jesus Christ (Apostolic) 2900 NW 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 ________________________________________ Today, a member of our Bethel family is missing; there is an empty chair - left vacant with the passing of Evangelist Cinderella Smith. Our beloved Evangelist, Cinderella Smith, left us on January 02, 2021; as a church family, we felt crushed and disappointed because the hands and hearts of family, saints, brethren, and friends across the globe had joined together in prayer and fasting for her healing, and recovery, anticipating her return to worshipping with us. But we had to accept the fact that it was not God’s will for her to remain in her earthly tabernacle. The final decision rested in the hand of God. And so, we are sad, yet glad, knowing that whatever God does is well done. There is no doubt that her absence is noticed. Her strong hallelujahs and rousing choruses are missing from our worship services. Her words of affirmation and encouragement for the preachers, “Help him/her Lord” will not be heard again. Her lively banter after the services, her grumbling that she was not being heard on the Zoom platform, her expressions of love, her giving of self whether it be in cash or kind, will be missed. Even the very landscape in the churchyard garden will miss her presence, because each year she would ensure that the landscape looked good for convocation. Her fervent love of life seems to have been cut off way too soon! As the head of the Evangelists and Missionaries team, she was passionate about the annual Rally, and was always seeking to identify an area of the church that could benefit from the returns. She would make personal contact with each saint, telling him or her of the need to make a contribution. We look back with appreciation at the years she stood with her husband in his role as pastor of this Assembly, as well as her efforts to make the Missionary Sundays memorable occasions.
Compassionately,
Truly, Evangelist Smith will be missed. May her labor of love be not forgotten. She is only gone on before and we trust that her soul finds eternal rest in the bosom of her Savior and Lord.
Charles C. Mullings
from Bethel United Church (Apostolic)
Bishop Charles C. Mullings, Lady Gloria Mullings & Saints United Church International Apostolic Ministries, Inc.
“Sometimes I just look up, smile and say ‘I know that was you’.”
POEM Come to me in the silence of the night; Come in the speaking silence of a dream; Come with soft rounded cheeks and eyes as bright As sunlight on a stream; Come back in tears, O memory, hope, love of finished years. O dream how sweet, too sweet, too bitter sweet, Whose wakening should have been in Paradise, Where souls brimfull of love abide and meet; Where thirsting longing eyes Watch the slow door That opening, letting in, lets out no more.
“So when tomorrow starts without me don’t think we’re far apart. For every time you think of me I’m right here in your heart.”
Yet come to me in dreams, that I may live My very life again though cold in death: Come back to me in dreams, that I may give Pulse for pulse, breath for breath: Speak low, lean low As long ago, my love, how long ago.
“I’ll see you on the other side of the stars.”
“I wanted to spend the rest of my life with you. But I’m deeply honored knowing that you spent the rest of your life with me.”
EVANGELIST CINDERELLA SMITH…
woman of God who dedicated her life to ministry.
To the dear children, family and church family of Lady Cinderella Smith; God is our refuge and strength; a very present Help in time of trouble. It is with great loss that my family and I express our deepest sympathy because at the passing of my Sister in Christ and my dear friend Evangelist “Cindy” Smith. Our relationship extends over several decades and through it all I knew her to be kind and generous to all with a deep love for God and her family.
My dear friend and Sister, Lady Cindy, will be dearly missed by her family and others, however, I know that God will give you the grace to endure the pain. Remember that she is in a better place and we will see her again when it will be joy and peace forever when we sit at our Savior’s feet. Until then with joy we’ll carry on…. Rev. Enid Garwood-Seung
MY AUNTIE CINDY… “…And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you…” (John 16:22 KJV) It’s hard to imagine that I am even writing in this capacity, each time I try to pen a word the tears just flow because in doing so, I am acknowledging that you have transitioned, and that knowledge is almost more than I can bare. We came from England to America as children and life was scary, a lot of unknowns and uncertainties. You were one of the very special individuals that embraced us, my siblings and I, and from the moment we met you, you adopted us and embraced us as your very own kids and you never let us go. You were kind, loving, generous and protective. You stood up for us, stood with us, fought for us and would admonish us and love us in one motion. You were there for every important milestone so no surprise that we chose you to be one of our daughter’s godmothers. You quickly became my second mom, my safe place, my confidant my shelter through many storms. I loved every minute of every moment that I spent with you. We could sit and talk and talk for hours about anything and everything and we would laugh…how we would laugh. You were my safe place, my encourager, my optimism. You encouraged me without judgment through one of the most challenging seasons of my life
and for that and so much more, I remain forever grateful. I loved you dearly. I loved you fiercely and I miss you more than words can express. My heart has fragmented into a million irreplaceable pieces. I can still hear your voice; I close my eyes and I see your smile and I can hear your laughter. You have left an imprint in my heart and an impression on my life that is lasting. Auntie Cindy, I know you to be a woman of great faith, a worshipper, a warrior for God. From England, America, Canada, Jamaica, wherever the people of God gathered you were there, and you worshipped! You were creative as reflective in those fabulous hats you made and the cakes you baked and sent to your friends and loved ones thru ought America. You were a nurturer as reflected in your gardens. You cared for your flowers and plants with joy and pride. You loved people. You loved God’s people. You loved your family and your friends. You loved to be among the “young people.” You loved life. So, I will re-state my initial thoughts during those first moments when I heard that you had slipped away…
TRIBUTES
Lady Smith was a worshipper and passionate in the service of our Lord. She was an anointed
MY PRECIOUS, BEAUTIFUL AUNTIE CINDY, Thank you so much for every heartfelt conversation, your unconditional love and support, laughter, guidance, wisdom, loving me just for me…I loved just being in your presence. So many memories from childhood into and through my adult life. Your home was my hideaway. I loved our phone calls and cherish the times we spent together…I remember how I cried when you were relocating from New York to Florida as if you were moving to another planet… I miss you so very much already.. I still can’t grasp it, but I know it is true…You made everyone feel so special…You were kind and generous in spirit…there truly will never be another Cinderella (Smith) You were an original…One day the tears may slow…but for today…It is what it is… Auntie Cindy, I will never stop missing you and I will love you through eternity. Thank you! Thank You! Thank you! Love you…Until we meet again, Your other daughter, Marveen
TRIBUTES
AUNTIE CINDY… It is hard to put into words the deep and profound loss I felt, and still feel, when I heard of the passing of my beloved auntie Cindy. “I am big Cinderella, and you are little Cinderella” she would always jokingly tell me, and I loved it! Always fashionable and always stylish she carried herself with grace and dignity. I could count on her unwavering, unmovable and unshakable love for me. She screamed when I told her I was getting married and you just knew she was going to make one of her elaborate wedding cakes for my special day.
count on my call from you.” I just always wanted to remind her of how special she was and the place that she held in my heart. I could count on words of wisdom and guidance. She was kind and caring and I just loved when I stayed at her home in Florida. She would say, I am giving you your own room, you don’t have to share with anybody. The only way to process this loss is to think of her somewhere around the throne of God. She has gone from her labor to her reward. Looking forward to meeting you again in glory aunty Cindy. I love you,
I would always try to call her early on Mother’s Day and she would say, “you know I can always
Sharon Barnes-Waters
CINDI
WITH OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Evangelist Smith was like a mother to our family. We moved closely while we lived in the England, New York and Florida. We even traveled to Canada together.
On behalf of Evangelist Evans and family we give God thanks for our sister, friend, aunt and second mother (some of her many titles). Fondly known to us as Sister C. We thank God for the precious memories we have shared with her, she will always remain in our hearts. Each year we would look forward about ‘old time’ memories always trying to make her smile. We are missing her but God knows best, we send our sincere condolences to the family and will always keep you all in our prayers.
She was a true woman of God, always encouraging us. Her contagious laughter, kindness and outstanding love will surely be missed. She always inquired about our children. Nothing was too precious for her to give to anyone. Today, we mourn the loss of a great lady, but heaven has gained an angel and welcomes a gem. We love you Evangelist Smith, but Jesus loves you best. Sleep on take your rest until we meet again. May her soul rest in peace From the Powell family.
Lots of love, from Diana, Donna, Donovan, Dominique, and Maxwell
MUM “Mum” as I affectionately called her was one of a kind . She was a straight talker , would always tell it as it is . We spoke often , I believe at least once a week; we spoke often about the Lord and his goodness. I will miss her very much . Whenever I went to see her she would load me up with goodies that she made and I often told her ; let’s leave some for someone else , to which she would insist , “this is for you “ .
others may think frivolous . She was a ready ear and understood the ways of the Lord. “Mum” I want to tell you ... you ran a great race , you overcame many odds , you were special to know , you finished your course . You will receive your crown of righteousness . You have been promoted to a higher plain by our Lord himself . Sing with the angels. See you in Glory. Delroy Wilson
SINCERE CONDOLENCES
OUR CONDOLENCES
MY sincere condolences to evangelist Smith family. With sadness of heart we mourn the loss of the great woman of God. She was very special to us in Bethel Church. She is gone but will never be forgotten. My prayers are that the good Lord will bless and strengthen us as we continue to do His will. Knowing this our labour is not in vain . One of her song was, “When I get there I will sing and shout when I get there.”
We are very sorry that we are unable to be at the Home Going Service of our friend, Evangelist Smith to give our tribute in person. However, we are present in spirit. She has left a lasting legacy for us to follow. She was a wonderful sister and memories of her will linger on. She is greatly missed. Evangelist Donald and Sis.
Rest well my sister you ran well finished your Journey and your reward is sure.
Lola Williams
Missionary Clarette Lewis
MY ANGEL Evangelist Cinderella Smith was truly her namesake, from the way that she conducted herself to her eye-catching fashion statements. She had a smile that could light up any room and a presence that demanded your attention. I will forever cherish all the memories I have with her. She had such a fun-loving nature. Every time I visited her, she was always prepared to entertain. Being in her presence guaranteed a good laugh and a story to treasure. Another beautiful quality she had was her heart of gold. She was so thoughtful and generous. She never went a Sunday without telling me how beautiful I am and how much she loved me. I can vividly remember many times throughout my childhood where she would bring me back presents from her trips to England, like a new purse, and how special that
would make me feel. Evangelist Smith’s best feature, however, was her love for the lord. She always had a fiery testimony of God’s goodness and a song of praise laid upon her heart. Of all the things I’ll miss about her, her tender prayers for me are what I’ll miss the most. She encouraged not only me but all of the youth in our church. She was one of our biggest advocates, cheering us on in all of our spiritual endeavors. My heart is heavy from her loss, but I am thankful that God has taken her suffering away. Though I miss her dearly, I can rejoice in the hope that I will see her again. God has taken home one of the very best. Earth’s loss is Heaven’s gain. Goodnight to my sweet Evangelist Smith, my angel. Sleep in peace until we meet again. I love you. Sister Emily
TRIBUTES
She was my go to whenever I wanted to share a testimony of something that the Lord did that
CHILDREN
TRIBUTES
One of the hardest thing that has ever been required of me was the day that I had to let you go as the angels carried you up to heaven. The scripture say to live is Christ and to die is gain. Heaven has gained a crown. Jesus has welcomed one of his children and he has received her by saying well done my good and faithful servant. I am so proud of you, you have done the work that I have ordained you to do now I want you to come home and rest. The loss of my Queen Cinderella is unbearable. I have lost a part of myself, my Mother’s legacy will live on forever, she was Awesome, she was kind, loving, giving, and peaceful, she loved gardening, cooking, hats, decorating and more. She was loved. She manifested the fruit of the spirit. Although this is a difficult time, heaven has gained another Angel. Your memory is a keepsake of which I will never part, God has you in his keeping hands and I have you in my heart ❤️️ ❤️️ R.I.H LOVE YOU, MOMMY ❤️️❤️️ Angela Webb Dear Grandma, I have to start this off by saying I miss you more than you can imagine. I know you are looking down on me and wanting me to hold on to the good times and that is what I am going to do. Reflecting back on how you have always been there for me. Leaving Birmingham, England is where we started our journey, we moved to 544 Beach 64th Street Queens, NY. This is where you raised me from a child to be the woman that I am today. Our next stop was to 9500 Dunkin Drive Miramar, FL. Where you lived right behind me and as a kid I would always cut through the backyard to see you, talk to you and enjoy eating with you and boi did you love to cook and the food was always good! We then skipped over to 210 NW 195th Avenue Pembroke Pines, FL. where I would walk down the block to get your advice on how I should handle the things that I was experiencing as a teenager. Then we bolted to 3955 NW 75th Avenue Lauderhill, FL. where I lived just minutes away and I would come over to talk to you, I would come for a plate of food
that you will call me to come get, what I will also remember as well is coming over to fill out birthday and Christmas cards and wrapping gifts for you. Then I leaped to Atlanta, Georgia where the intent was for you to come, but it was best for you to stay at your destination in Lauderhill. Even though this was the first time we have been so far apart the calls and me coming to see you periodically never stopped. You loved to Facetime me. I was glad I was able to see you one last time at your request before you went to HEAVEN. You made sure to cook for me and send me back to Georgia with a variety of foods from brown stew chicken, curry chicken and fried fish along with rice and peas! Grandma, even though you are not here in the flesh you will always be my ROCK and I will never let you go! I hope I made you proud and I will try my best to fulfill your last wish! I love you Grandma! Love Always your first Grandchild Tracey Knight
SLEEP IN PEACE CINDERELLA
Faith will forever be instilled in me because of you. Fear will never be apart of me because of you. Live life to the fullest is what I learned from you. Giving from your heart is what I watched you do. The trials and tribulations may come and go, But please stay by my side and let me know, You’re guiding my path every step of the way. My guardian angel, you’re here with me every day. So as the tears may fall occasionally, I wipe my eyes knowing that you’re here with me.
Cinderella is a name that everyone knows Cinderella was a women that watched me grow Cinderella was pure and filled with Love Like something I’ve never seen the heavens from above Cinderella was thoughtful and gave what she had Cinderella is my grandmother whom I miss very bad Cinderella was Love when love was hard to find Cinderella would give anything even if it meant her last dime Cinderella we Love you & miss you Oh so much What I will give for your tender loving touch Gone but never forgotten in my heart is where you will always Live A story about a wonderful women name Cinderella is all I have to give. Chris Levy
Until we meet again Grandma! -Karena
To my Queen, My Cinderella, I miss you so much. Not a day goes by without me having a random memory pop up in my head. I am so thankful that I was able to live with you and create more memories this past year. I am going to miss our conversations, our baking classes, our hat decorating and gardening. I am going to miss seeing your beautiful face. Your memories will always live on with us. Thank you for your sacrifice, care and most of all your love. I know you are now in a much better place and I have gained an angel. Love you Grandma, we will love you forever. -Kiara
And, as the days passed swiftly by, it spread its branches, straight and tall...
LEGACY OF OUR MOTHER’S LOVE
One day, a beam of light shone through a crevice that had opened wide The rose bent gently toward its warmth then passed beyond to the other side... Now, you who deeply feel its loss, be comforted the rose blooms there Its beauty even greater now, nurtured by God’s own loving care. Until we meet again…Love, -Jim, Keisha, Jadin, Jaya & Jalee
You were our mother, grandma a great grandma too. This is the legacy we have from you.
You fought for us all in one way or another, Not just as a mother, not just as a grandma or a great grandma and thats because of who you were.
You taught us love and how to fight, You gave us strength, you gave us might. A stronger person would be hard to find, and in your heart, you were always kind.
For all of us you gave your best, Now the time has come for you to rest. So go in peace, you’ve earned your sleep, Your love in our hearts, we’ll eternally keep.
PERSONAL NOTE TO MOM FROM DELORES:
Mom you were a special gift from God, you were my best friend my confidant at times you would say “I’m your mother”, but that was because I loved you so much and wanted only the best for you.
Throughout your life you have been there for me in countless little ways, To hold my hand and cheer me on, to share your love and Faith. Now that you have gone home to your resting place, I do not know what I am going to do without you. I feel so lost, but I know I must go on because that is what you would want me to do.
Because I had a special mom to love with all my heart, And though you’re in Heaven now with Jesus up above, I’ll always hold you in my heart, Forever you will be loved. I miss you Mama so Much…… -Delores
TRIBUTES
A believer, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. Those are few words to describe our Cinderella. Not a princess but our Queen. She was the epitome of a hardworking women and a giver. She touched everyone she met in a positive way. She passed on an inheritance of always to be kind to others. Her excellent cooking not only fed your belly and also fed your soul. When you left her home you always left better than when you came in. Grandma/Great Grandma Cinderella, A rose grew where all could see sheltered beside a garden wall
To my lovely Grandmother,
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I want to first start off by saying that I love you. You where the true matriarch of this family. I am beyond grateful and extremely blessed to have had you in my life. Grandma although you tried to prepare us for this moment, it’s still very hard to accept. There are so many things that I wish that I could’ve experienced with you, so I’m going to cherish all our many memories that we have with each other. Your such an accomplished woman and I aspire to be like you. One of my greatest
accomplishments will always be the time that we were able to collaborate on a cake together. Grandma I have so much respect for you, you had an amazing spirit and was full of so much life. Grandma you taught me how important it is to have faith in the Lord, and I want to thank you for that because that has been the only thing that has allowed me to be able to go on with life without you. I miss you so much and I always will. Although you’re not physically here you will always live in my heart, you’re my forever angel. -Love Shana
My dear mother is one of the world’s most beautiful woman, she is a woman that loves people in all walks of life, she is a very rich women not with silver and gold, but with the richness that can never die, these riches took my mother straight to heaven. Love you -Dennis Dear mother, No words can ever describe how much I miss you! Mom you are my hero and every time I think of you my heart is filled with pride. You were Strong, you were a warrior and a faithful Woman. As time goes by the loneliness grows, how much I miss you nobody knows. I think of you in Silence, I often speak your name. But all I have our memories and an photos of you that I talk to everyday. The love I have for you is unconditional, in my heart to keep. I will never stop loving you mom. I know deep in my heart you are still with me. Saying goodbye would be to painful for me to do. But I will be strong in knowing that our connection
IN MY HEART YOU WILL STAY
Thought of you today but that is nothing new I thought of you yesterday and the day before that too. Think of you in silence I often speak your name Now all I have are memories And your picture in a fame. Your memory is my keepsake Forever and every in my heart God has taken you for his keeping I have you in my heart forever and every
still lives on. Although you are far from here. I miss the times that you would call me just to say I love you daughter. I will hold you close in my heart mother. I will cherish these voicemails that you always leave whenever you called me on the phone. I wish I could see you one more time mom but I know that’s impossible. I pray that God will give me strength and somehow get me through as I struggle with the heartache that comes from losing you. I know someday I’ll see you again, in my heart I will hold you close, and keep you safe. Until then always remember I always love! Rest In Peace R.I.P -Sonia To my dearest Grandma Even though you’re gone in plain sight I feel you around me in spirit and I see you in my memories Every time I close my eyes; I see you. And I hear your voice saying Ms. Tomika from time to time. I start to cry because I miss you so much, but as soon as a tear drops. I feel a warm feeling that comes over me. My tears dry up, and I have an instead smile . Grandma, there were so many fun times with you... So many lessons. You are someone that was so dearly special to me. Every moment with you was priceless. You help groom me into women I am today. You will forever be in my heart. Love you always, Grandma Tammy
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COMMITTAL SERVICE Pastor Delton McDonald Interment in the Mausoleum
PALL BEARERS Jermaine Knight Christopher Levy Fredrick Knight Zethro Smith Norris Levy Vance Webb
OUR THANKS Evangelist Smith’s family wishes to thank all her friends for their expressions of love and sympathy extended to us through cards, phone calls, e-mails, text messages, Facebook, flowers, words of comfort, and above all, your Prayers. Your acts of kindness are etched forever in our hearts. Our hearts tingle for the church families at First United Brooklyn, Bishop Barnes, United I.A.M – Miami, Bishop Mullings, and Bethel Apostolic – Fort Lauderdale, Elder McDonald
REPAST Forest Lawn Funeral Home
(Heron Room) South, 2401 Southwest 64th Avenue, Davie FL 33317
I’ve been traveling for Jesus so much of my life Been traveling o’er land and on sea But I’m planning on taking a trip to the sky That will be the last move for me I’ve seen wonderful sights as I traveled afar But how little, how empty they seem When I make my last move to that city of gold That will be the last move for me Everything that I’ll need will be furnished up there Not even my songbooks I’ll bring Or the precious old Bible that showed me the way I’ll not need when I stand by my King When I move to the sky up in heaven so high What a wonderful time that will be I’m all ready to go washed in Calvary’s flow That will be the last move for me