“Together Again” As we sit in Heaven and watch you every day, We try and let you know with signs that We never went away. We hear you when you’re laughing, and we watch you as you sleep, We even place our arms around you to calm you as you weep. We see you with the days aways, begging to have us home. So we try to send you signs, so you know you’re not alone. Don’t feel guilty that you have life. Life that was denied to us. Heaven is truly beautiful; just you wait and see! So live your life, laugh again, enjoy yourself, be free. Then we will know with each breath you take, you taking one for us in eternity.
If Roses Grow in Heaven If roses grow in Heaven Lord please pick a bunch for us Place them in our mother’s arms and tell her they’re from her children.
Tell momma that we love her and that we will miss her dearly. When she turns to smile, gently place lots of kisses upon her cheek and hold her in your arms for a while. Remember mom will be easy, we remember her everyday. Let our mom know that while our hearts ache, She will always be with us and her memories will forever live on.
Rest well our sweet Momma, Love your Children
My Grandma, When I had no shoulder to lean on, and my eyes were filled with tears, I always had my grandma to count on to help ease my fears. Despite all of the wrong I’d done, my grandma always remained my biggest critic as well as my #1 supporter. My grandma prepared me for a lot of things, except how to live without her. I’m lost without my grandma, and my tears won’t dry, but my heart smiles because I know that she is now one of God’s angels, and she will always be with me. While I will miss her dearly, I’ll still keep her memories alive. Forever is a long time, that’s how long I will love you.
Love you always, my favorite girl, Nikki
Grandmother God looked around His garden and found an empty space, The He looked down upon this Earth and saw your tired face. He put His arms around you and lifted you to rest. God’s garden must now be beautiful. He only takes the best. Love all of your Grandchildren
You Were Perfect
You were the most wonderful, sweet, loving and thoughtful person I know. Your smile was made of sunshine and your heart was solid as gold. You were always there for me no matter what, in good and bad times. I’ll always remember you Grandma, because there will never be another one to replace you in my heart. You are forever my favorite person and will always mean the world to me..... the love we shared will always remain unchanged. I miss you so much Grandma and wish we had more time, but I know God saw you growing tired and that you needed to rest. Grandma I will hold on to your memory and cherish all the times we had together until I see you again. Love you always, Candice
Ruby Beatrice Harding Fe b r u a r y 2 9 , 1932 - D ecem ber 11, 2020
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“To everything, there is a season and purpose under the heaven.� Ecclesiastes: 3: 1
uby Beatrice Harding was born on February 29, 1932, in Henning, TN.
She was the fourth of nine children, born to the late Edom and Bessie Harding. Ruby was Proceeded in death by her parents, her oldest daughter, Dianna McDonald, brothers Louis T, James(Shon), Bobby Harding, and her sister Annie Mae Carbage. Ruby accepted Christ at an early age. Upon moving to Memphis, TN, she joined Trinity CME church and remained a faithful member until her health failed. Ruby lived a beautiful life and was loved by many. Before retiring in 1998 from The Center for Southern Folklore, Ruby enjoyed meeting people and sharing her knowledge and love of music. She was incredibly knowledgeable about blues music and often shared exciting facts about Beale Street. Ruby was always open to talking to people and even made strangers feel welcome. We will deeply miss her beautiful smile and upbeat personality. On Friday, December 11, she was called home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, at the tender age of eighty-eight.
Left to cherish her memory are two daughters, Sandra Franklin of Phoenix, AZ and Constance (Michael) Shaw of Memphis, TN; five sons, Kenneth (Tobie Allen), James Wells, Eric (Clara) Wells, all of Memphis, TN. Kevin (Anita) Harding of Holly Springs, MS and Bryan Harding of San Diego, CA; two sisters, Alice Harding of Memphis, TN and Georgia Palmer of Washington, DC; three brothers, Curtis (Dorothy) Harding of Atlanta, GA and John (Denise) Harding and Sherman King both of Memphis, TN; eighteen grandchildren, thirty six great grandchildren, seven great great grandchildren and a host of many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Order of Celebration Saturday, December 19, 2020 10:00 A.M.
Memphis Memory Gardens
6444 Raleigh LaGrange Road • Memphis, Tennessee 38116 Pastor Robert West, Officiating
Music Prelude Processional Prayer of Consolation.............................................................................................................Pastor Barron Martin
One Faith Christian Center
Scripture Reading: Old & New Testament......................................................................................................Pastor Joe Jackson Solo
Reflections
(Respectfully, Two People. Two Minutes Please)
Family and Friends of Ms. Ruby Beatrice Harding Acknowledgements Words of Comfort.........................................................................................................................Pastor Robert West Committal 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 ~
The family of Ms. Ruby Beatrice Harding wishes to express our sincere thank you for your genuine acts of kindness though your prayers, visits, phone calls, text messages, comforting words and more. Thank you for sharing your memories with us or whatever kindess shown to help console our grieving hearts. Our family is forever grateful for your love and support during our time of need. Continue to pray for us in the days ahead.
~The Harding Family ~ Honorary Pallbearers ~
Kenneth Allen, Sr. Eric Wells
James Wells Kevin Harding
Bryan Harding
~ Active Pallbearers ~
Kenneth Allen, Jr. Rodney Stanton Antonio Winbush
Malcolm Williams Darion Clements Gerald Atkins
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