“Hunny I’m Home” If YouCould See Me Now If you could see me now, you wouldn’t shed a tear. Though you may not understand why I’m no longer here. Remember my spirit; that’s the real me. I’m still very much alive, oh, if you could only see! I’ve beheld our Father’s face. I’ve touched my Savior’s hand. The angels all rejoiced as I entered the Promised Land. Beyond the gates of pearl, I walk on golden streets. I’ve touched the walls of jasper, dipped my foot in the crystal sea. The beauty is beyond words; nothing can compare. I’ve even seen your mansion; someday I will meet you there. Allow Jesus to be your guide; His word will show you the way. So, please, don’t cry! We will meet again someday!
To My Dearest Family Some things I’d like to say, But first of all, to let you know that I arrived okay. I’m writing this from Heaven where I dwell with God above, Where there’s no more tears or sadness there, Just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy, just because I’m out of sight, Remember that I’m with you every morning, noon, and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on Earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me, and He said I welcomed you. If you can help somebody who is in sorrow or pain, Then you can say to God at night, my day was not in vain. And now I am contented that my life was worthwhile, Knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody, who is down and feeling low, Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you are walking down the street, and you’ve got me on your mind, I’m walking in your footsteps, only half a step behind. And when you feel the gentle breeze or the wind upon your face, That’s me giving you a great big hug or just a soft embrace. And when it’s time for you to go, from that body to be free, Remember, you’re only coming here to me. And I will always love you, from that land way up above Will be in touch again, P.S. God Sends His love.
“Patricia”
Patricia Pierce
Bernice Patricia Pierce
, was born January 14, 1947, in Covington, Tennessee, to the late Eddie and
Clara Stitt.
Patricia accepted Christ as her personal Savior and was baptized at an early age at Pearly Gates Baptist Church in Memphis. She later joined Springdale Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Dr. Lee R. Brown. At Springdale, she was a faithful member of Sunday School, Hospitality, Choir Ministry, and Sisterhood. She was united in holy matrimony to Fred J. Pierce, Jr. on August 26, 1966, who preceded her in death on January 29, 2013. Patricia was a homemaker and a Foster Parent with Omni. In her spare time, she LOVED spending time with her family, she enjoyed traveling, shopping, planning, cooking, talking on the phone, and playing “Candy Crush”. Patricia was recently preceded in death by her beloved sister Edna Stitt-Butler. Her three children will cherish fond and precious memories: Sheila Caldwell (Earnest), Beverly Alexander (Kenneth), and Brian Keith Pierce; God-daughter whom they raised, Tamara Anderson; adopted grandson, Jeremy Pierce; nine grandchildren, Alesscia (Tee), Chauncey, Leslie, Whitney, Brittney, Braxton, Triniti, Braylon, and Brian Keith, Jr.; a sister Brenda (James) Hester, along with a host of nieces, nephews, and other close relatives and friends.
That’s What Friends Are For...
So many conversations and disagreements yet loving each other, we each had a part. As I think of you, I can’t wait to celebrate your life I believe Dionne Warwick said it best when she said, Keep smiling, Yes, you Patricia Bernice or Patrice Bernice or Bernice Patrice Keep shining, Or whatever you said your name was; you reminded me that you were Knowing you can always count Fred’s wife on me, for sure. That’s what friends are for. So as I celebrate you, I thank God that you are at peace. You touched so many lives that your family tree is large Not only your biological family, but your adopted families as well See you opened your heart, your home, your arms, all free of charge Home cooked meals of dressing, greens, yams, corn, hot water cornbread, oh the smell. I am missing you already, but not for your cooking or fussing. I am missing you already because of the memories that I hold in my heart. Trips, dinners, visits, phone calls, crying, laughing, talking, and discussing.
Trish, I want you to know that for 33 years, our friendship has gone through many stages of refining. Happiness, sadness, anger, rejoicing, comforting, loving... you will always be “my forever more.” - Love you, Hilda K.
Order of Celebration Monday, July 25, 2020 12:00 Noon
Springdale Missionary Baptist Church 1193 Springdale Street • Memphis, Tennessee 38108 Dr. Kevin B. Taylor, Pastor & Officiating
Prelude Processional Scripture Reading: Old Testament.............................................................Pastor Monroe Blocker New Testament................................................................Pastor Jerry Taylor Prayer of Comfort...................................................................Min. Charlesetta Gray Song...............................................................................................Sis. Phyllis Taylor
“Remembering Patricia” (Respectfully, Three Minutes Please)
As a Co-Worker - Cora Savage As a Friend - Cassandra Dixon As a Church Member - Chris Seay As a Family Member - Grandchildren Words of Comfort................................................................Pastor Robert Hardaway
House of Praise
Acknowledgements & Resolution.............................................Sis. Hilda K. Harper Song................................................................................Pastor Christopher Williams
Faith Covenant Church
Eulogy.................................................................................Dr. Kevin B. Taylor, Pastor
“When Sadness Falls Upon You” When sadness falls upon you Like a blanket of snow, Turn your eyes upon Jesus It’s the best way for you to go. The world with all its pitfalls can bring you to your knees, And stress can overwhelm you Like a raft on stormy seas. Anxiety can bring you down Until you nearly die, And friends sometimes forsake you And leave you there to cry. But God will never leave you… He’s just a prayer away, And His grace is all-sufficient To change your life today! When sadness falls upon you, Just fall upon your knees And God will be your anchor Upon life’s stormy seas. Love You Always Sheila, Beverly, Keith, Nicole & Jeremy Goodnight
Recessional
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
Psalms 23
~ Acknowledgements ~
Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent those beautiful flowers, that we saw sitting there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words, as any friend could say. Perhaps you were not there at all, just thought of us that day. Whatever you did to console our hearts we thank you so much for whatever part. We deeply appreciate your kind expression of sympathy in our time of great sorrow. Thank you for keeping us in your thoughts and prayers. ~The Family of Bernice Patricia Pierce
~ Honorary Pallbearers ~
Grandchildren of Mrs. Bernice Patricia Pierce
~ Active Pallbearers ~
Mario Holt Damien Pointer Marcus McCall Lourenco Washington Stephen McSwai Travis Brownlee Courtney Bradford
~ Committal Rites & Interment ~ Historic Elmwood Cemetery 824 South Dudley Street Memphis, Tennessee 38104
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