Funeral Program - G. Broddie

Bishop Drefus C. Smith, Presiding Reverend Dr. James A. Hogan, Sr., Pastor and Eulogist

To My Husband

Remember, you always told me that you were a soldier? Well, in our 45 years together, you proved just how much of a strong soldier you truly were. I know you went through a rough battle, and you fought a long time. And though it pains me that you are no longer here physically, I know that you were tired. But you mustered up enough strength to say “I Love You” while on your dying bed. A true soldier, indeed. My love for you will forever remain. Take your rest. Until we meet again… I love you always,

Your Wife

We watched him suffer, day by day; It caused us bitter grief; To see him slowly pine away; And could not give relief. His weary hours and days of pain; His troubled nights are past; And in our aching hearts we know; He has found sweet rest at last. 'Tis sweet to know we will meet again; Where parting is no more; And my dear husband I loved so well; Has only gone before. God knows how much I miss him; He counts the tears I shed; And whispers, "Hush, he only sleeps; Your husband is not dead." Some day, some time, my years shall see; The face I loved so well. Some day, some time, his hand I'll clasp; And never say farewell. The pearly gates were opened; A gentle voice said "Come," And with farewells unspoken; He gently entered home. His smiling way and pleasant face; Are a pleasure to recall; He had a kindly word for each; And died beloved by all. Some day we hope to meet him; Some day, we know not when; To clasp his hand in the better land; Never to part again. Keep him Jesus, in Thy keeping; 'Til I reach that shining shore; Then, O Master, Let me have him; And love him as I did before.

Order of Service

Bishop Dreyfus C. Smith, Presiding Wings of Faith Worldwide Ministries

Processional Family

Scripture Readings

Old Testament. Reverend Tony Miller, Sr. New Testament Reverend Lannis Lee

Prayer...............................................................................................................................Reverend Dreyfus C. Smith

Musical Selection........................................................................................................Trey McLaughlin and Friends

Poem Jalane Clark, Grandson Reflections (3 minutes):

As a Friend Reverend Moses Anderson As a Friend Freddie Swint As a Church Member Reverend Johnnie Erwin Solo ................................................................................................................................Mrs. Sharon Dupree Haynes Reflections (3 minutes):

As a Family Member................................................................. Reverend James Douglas, Nephew As a Family Member......................................................................Reverend Virginia Mason, Sister As a Family Member.......................................................................ChaVonne Campbell, Daughter Solo

Michael Broddie, Son Acknowledgements...............................................................................................................Reverend Dr. Betty Lee Resolution

DAV State Chaplain Albert Boudy Obituary Read Silently Solo

Chelsea Fryer Eulogy

Reverend Dr. James A. Hogan, Pastor Recessional

Interment

Hillcrest Memorial Park 2700 Deans Bridge Road, Augusta, GA 30906

Repast

The Broddie Residence 4787 Billie J. Drive, Augusta, GA 30909

Obituary

Reverend Gordon Ellis Broddie was born on October 24, 1945, in Brooklyn, NY to the late Archie Lee and Dela Mae Broddie. He relocated to Bennettsville, SC at the age of 6 where he began training at the Marlboro County Training and High School. He graduated from East Side High School in 1963.

After high school, he joined the U.S. Army as a member of the Army Security Agency, the communications intelligence agency that works with the National Security Agency. He served for 8 years. After being discharged at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, he then earned an Associates degree in Business Administration from Fayetteville Technical Institute and later earned his Bachelors degree in Multi Disciplinary Studies from Liberty University.

Reverend Broddie served as the Treasurer of the Disabled American Veterans, Pendleton King Chapter 10, and the Disabled American Veterans Department of Georgia.

He moved to Augusta, GA in 1975 where he became a suit salesman for JC Penney. He went on to be successful in the retailing business at JC Penney, Sears, Montgomery Ward, and ended the last 16 years of his career as Management Expediter for Pump ‘N Shop Convenience Stores, Inc.

Reverend Broddie was joined in holy matrimony to Barbara Clark on April 8, 1977.

On January 17, 1993, Reverend Broddie joined New Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church. In 1995, Reverend Broddie was licensed to preach at New Zion Hill under Reverend Dr. James A. Hogan, Sr. He served diligently in various ministries and leadership positions to include the Men’s Choir, Church Treasurer, associate minister, Minister of Stewardship, and Spiritual Advisor for the Willing Workers Ministry, Music Ministry and Brotherhood Ministry.

Reverend Broddie is preceded in death by his father, Archie Lee Broddie; mother, Della Mae Broddie; and brother Leslie Broddie.

He leaves to cherish his memories: his wife of 45 years, Barbara Broddie; daughter, ChaVonne (Joshua) Campbell; sons, Anthony Clark, Antonio Clark, Sr., Darrick (Amber) Broddie, Michael Broddie, and Marco (Tracy) McAuley; grandchildren, Jalane Clark, Antonio (Asia) Clark, Jr., Travis Broddie, Anaiya Broddie, JaLiyah Campbell, Camryn Campbell, Lyric Campbell, Phylicia McAuley, Marco McAuley, Jr. and Lila McAuley; great grandchildren, JaNiyah Clark, Joshua Clark, Jeremiah Clark and Gabriella Clark; sisters, Reverend Virginia (James) Mason, Mary Douglas, Diane McPhearson; brothers, Al (Jackie) Broddie, Deacon Cardell (Rosa) Broddie, Prentiss (Peggy) Broddie; sisters in law, Mary Bush, Mildred (William) Clark, Reverend Dr. Betty (Rev. Lannis) Lee; brother in law, Eugene Clark; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends whom will miss him dearly.

Precious Memories

Precious Memories

Pallbearers

Jarvis Broddie Tehvin Douglas Brandon Clark Pat Thompkins John Whitehead

Honorary Pallbearers

NZH Deacon Ministry Flower Bearers

NZH Ushers & Missionary Ministry

Accompaniment Musicians

Acknowledgements

We, the family of Reverend Gordon E. Broddie, would like to thank everyone for all the kindness shown to us during our time of bereavement. Your comforting expressions of sympathy will always be remembered with deep gratitude. May God continue to bless and keep each of you.

As I Sit In Heaven

As I sit in heaven and watch you every day, I try to let you know with signs, I never went away. I hear you when you're laughing and watch you as you sleep. I even place my arms around you to calm you as you weep. I see you wish the days away, begging to have me home. So I try to send you signs so you know you are not alone. Don't feel guilty that you have life that was denied to me. Heaven is truly beautiful, just you wait and see. So live your life, laugh again, enjoy yourself, be free. Then I know with every breath you take, you'll be taking one for me.

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Arrangements Entrusted To

Williams Funeral Home, Inc.

2945 Old Tobacco Rd, Hephzibah, GA 30815 (706) 792 1003

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