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~Acknowledgement ~

A beautiful person has gone away, however, in our hearts she will always stay.

There’s a void that will slowly heal, and with family and friends like you, we will live. Perhaps you sent a card, food or flowers, or just thought of us during that hour. Whatever the part mere words cannot adequately express our sincere gratitude. May God bless and touch your lives in a special way.

Special thanks to Methodist University Hospital ICU Unit, 11th-floor Hospice Care Baptist Trinity Home Health and Hospice Care.

A Message From Mom 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.

Here I dwell with God above.

Here, there are no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I’m out of sight.

Remember that I am 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 welcome you.

It’s good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.

As for your dearest family, They’ll be here later on.

I need you here so badly; you are part of my plan.

There is so much that we can do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, which he wished for me to do.

And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.

And when you lie in bed at night the day’s chores put to flight.

God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years.

Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.

Remember there would be no flowers unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.

If I were to tell you, you wouldn’t understand.

But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.

I’m closer to you now than I ever was before.

There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; But together we can do it by taking one day at a time.

It was always my philosophy and Id like it for you too; That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who is in sorrow and 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 sad and feeling low; Just lend a hand to pick them up, as on your way you go.

When you’re 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 its time for you to go...from that body to be free.

Remember you’re not going...you’re coming here to me.

~Honorary Pallbearers ~ Leonard Acey, Sr. Ryland Acey, III Marvin Smith, Sr. Orange Mound Progressive Club

Committal Rites & Interment

Forest Hill Cemetery - Midtown 1661 Elvis Presley Blvd.

Memphis, Tennessee 38106

~Active Pallbearers ~ Ryland Acey Leanard Acey, Jr. Bradley Glass Antonio Kent Taquarion Sims Patrick Wallace Alex Walton Alex Walton, Jr. Mark Walton

Rememberance Reception

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Fellowship Hall 2634 Carnes Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38106

Weep Not For Me By an Unknown Author

Weep not for me though I have gone Into that gentle night Grieve if you will, but not for long Upon my soul’s sweet flight I am at peace; my soul’s at rest There is no need for tears For with your love I was so blessed For all those many years

There is no pain; I suffer not The fear is now all gone Put now these things out of your thoughts In your memory, I live on Remember not my fight for breath Remember not the strife Please do not dwell upon my death But celebrate my life

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A Time to Be Born Our Mother, Mrs. LaVerne Smith McDaniel, was born on May 9th, 1924 to the late parents of Leonard and Alberta Smith. She was the first born of nine children to that union.

A Time to Live Momma accepted Christ at the age of 13 with Mt. Moriah Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. A.D. Bell. She was also a descendant of the original settlers of Orange Mound with her grandfather being the first Sunday School superintendent of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church.

She was a willing worker for Jesus Christ serving as President of the Baptist Training Union, a delegate for the National Bapt. Convention, a member of Sunday School Class #10, and former President of the Ruth Circle Missionary Ministry.

She remained a faithful member for 80 years. When her health began to fail where she couldn’t physically attend church she was always at church via tech communication (phone).

Farewell Dear Mother

By an Unknown Author Somewhere in my heart beneath all my grief and pain, Is a smile I still wear at the sound of your dear name.

The precious word is ‘MOTHER,’ she was my world you see, But now my heart is breaking cause she’s no longer here with me.

God chose her for His angel to watch me from above, To guide me and advise me and know that I’m still loved.

The day she had to leave me when her life on earth was through, God had better plans for her, for this, I surely knew.

When I think of her kind heart and all those loving years, My memories surround me, and I can’t hold back the tears.

She truly was my best friend, someone I could confide in, She always had a tender touch and a warm and gentle grin.

I want to thank you, Mother, for teaching me so well, And though the time has come that I must bid you this farewell.

I’ll remember all you’ve taught me and make you proud you’ll see.

Thank you, my Dear Mother, for all the love you showed me.

Although you’ve left this earth and now you’ve taken flight, I know that you are here with me each morning, noon and night.

Momma graduated from Booker T. Washington in 1941, attended LeMoyne Owen College and graduated in 1945. She pursued her career in Education and became an Educator with the Memphis City School System for over 30 years. Momma was also one of the educators to integrate from black schools to white schools within the Memphis School System at Cromwell Elementary. She retired in 1978.

Momma was a second-generation member of the Orange Mound Progressive Club. She served as president for 13 years.

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Monday, May 7, 2018 11:00 A.M.

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church 2634 Carnes Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38116

Dr. Havey B. Jackson Pastor ~Officiating

Processional Selection..............................................................................Mt. Moriah Choir Scriptures:

Old & New Testament..........................................Rev. Paula Huntspon Prayer............................................................................Rev. Wilbur Patterson Words of Comport...........................................................Elder Vincent Carter Solo...........................................................................................Bradley Glass

Expressions of Love: (3 min please)

Acknowledge and Resolutions................................................Marcie S. White Solo.............................................................................................Jerry Shields

Obituary:

(Read Silently - Soft Music)

Eulogy.......................................................................Dr. Rev. Harvey Jackson Recessional ~Remains will not be viewed after Eulogy

A Time to Rejoice Her husband preceded her in death.

Momma leaves to cherish her life and memories, her children, Ryland (Janet), Leonard (Dorothy) and Phyllis, One sister Lila Smith from Memphis, one Brother Marvin (Mae) from Compton, California Thirteen grandchildren, Dedric who proceeded her in death, twenty great-grandchildren, five greatgreat-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

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“One More Sunny Day”

A Time to Die Momma received her wings on Saturday, April 28th at her home.

God saw you getting tired, and a cure was not to be So he put his arms around you and whispered, “Come to Me.” A golden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best Rest in Paradise our sweet Grandma we Love You always

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I’m blessed to call you sister, I also call you friend; You’ve loved me unconditionally, And stood through thick and thin.

You’ve shared my joys and sorrows, My laughter and my tears.

You’ve been my inspiration, Through good and stormy weather.

There’s something God has given us, That’s more than family; He’s placed a love for you, my Sister, Deep down in the heart of me.

Allison Chambers Coxsey Lila

To Our Sister God’s Blessing Often Come in the Form of Sisters…..

The Lord made a very special person when he made you.

He blessed you with a kind heart and a generous naturewith a gift for sharing His love.

Best of all He made you our sister; And for that, we will always be grateful…..

Marvin