Remembering Tequilla
Tequilla “OOG Granny Tee” Boddie was born on December 27, 1952, in Memphis, Tennessee, to the late Henry Eugene and Ella Mae Boddie.
Tequilla accepted GOD at a young age. Tee was a hardworking, ambitious woman with a heart of gold; she would give and help without question; every time you saw her, she was smiling headed to the money!
She was formally educated at A.B Hill Elementary and Southside High School. Tequilla leaves to cherish her memory: her five children, Lashunda (Derwin) Morgan, LeEldridge (Betty) Eskridge, Laterrar (Monica) Eskridge, Xandria Thompson, Lequita (Kevin) Caldwell, all of Memphis, Tennessee, her sister Sherry Goliday of Memphis, Tennessee, fifteen grandchildren, Shundrika (Maurice) Robinson, Shunquinisha Boddie, Derrin Boddie, Laterrar Eskridge, Jr., LeEldridge Eskridge, Jr., Laterrica Eskridge, Monterrious Eskridge, Malachi Eskridge, Montavious Eskridge, Taylor Thompson, Karlie Eskridge, Kalie Eskridge, Alex Thompson, and Cayden Eskridge, all of Memphis, Tennessee, nine great-grandchildren, Aakyah Boddie, Maurice Robinson, Jr., Tyrese Boddie, Derrin Boddie, Jr., Aamariyon Robinson, Derriona Boddie, Deaundre Boddie, Aalaysia Boddie, and Derriella Boddie, five nieces, Tantileah (David) Smith, Tammy Goliday, Jerisa Goliday, Cecelia Boddie, and Cameshia Lane of Memphis, two nephews, Quintonio Boddie of Memphis and Jarius Goliday of Minnesota and a host of cousins, and a multitude of friends. She was preceded in death by her grandmother Annie Mae Turner, her sister Lizzie Boddie and her uncle Odell Maxwell.
Order of Celebration Friday, September 3, 2021 11:00 A.M.
Christ Temple Church of Deliverance 21 East Rollins Road Memphis, Tennessee 38109
Reverend Melvin Kneeland, Officiating
Prelude Processional.................................................................................................The Family of Tequilla Boddie Selection...........................................................................................................Tonya Mays & The Edifiers Scripture Reading: Old Testament............................................................................................Minister Tijuana Kimble New Testament.............................................................................................Minister Etoile Jackson Prayer of Comfort.................................................................................................Pastor Henry Walker, VI
Expressions of Love
Solo.........................................................................................................................................Victoria Ellis
(Respectfully, 3 to 4 Peopel, Three Minutes Please)
Family & Friends of Tequilla Boddie
Words of Comfort....................................................................................................................Bernice Stotts Prayer............................................................................................................................ Thaddeus Jones, II Acknowledgements ..............................................................................................................Goldie Nelson Selection...........................................................................................................Tonya Mays & The Edifiers Eulogy...............................................................................................................Reverend Melvin Kneeland Recessional
A Letter for Grandma Dear Granny Tee, We’re not sure what to say, The hurt hasn’t gotten better. You were unfairly taken away, So we know you won’t get this letter. Our family has grown closer, Your house is filled with love and support. We know you’re watching over, But your life just fell too short. You’re no longer in pain, which we’re really grateful for. I really wish God would explain, why you couldn’t be here anymore. You’ve taught us so much, how to love and how to bake, Our lives will be forever touched, but our hearts will forever ache. Your Grandchildren, “Fab 15”
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One of a Kind God knew what he was doing when he sent you to us, To love and provide and be our mother too Birthdays, graduations, proms and all, You were there for our every beck and call. Sometimes fussing but you still came through, Lord knows we will all miss you. Our hearts are heavy now, but we’ll be O.K., Hopefully it will get better day by day. If we could only turn back the hands of time, We would let you know you were “one of a kind!” Forever in our hearts. Lashunda, LeEldridge, Laterrar, Xandria, Lequita
Grandma… I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, and the days before that too. I think of you in silence; I often speak your name. All I have are my memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake, with which I’ll never part. God has you in His keeping; I have you in my heart.
Your Great Granddaughter Aakyah
I’m Still With You When you miss me, know that I’m with you in spirit, still loving and caring for you. When you are grieving, I’m beside you, in your hearts, in your thoughts, sending you much love, encouragement, affection, and strength to carry on with life. Celebrate the life that I lived and all the things I gave you. Your wonderful memories of me Are the things that will comfort you and give you peace. Please think of me as I think of you – With a heart full of love. Lashunda, LeEldridge, Laterrar, Xandria, Lequita
There are Angel’s God puts on this Earth Who cares for us and guides us. You can feel their love and gentleness as they walk through life beside us. They do great things for us every day they whisper in our ears, they even hold us in their hearts when we are filled with all our fears. They are always there to give a hug and try to make us smile. They treat us with respect and love, they treat us like their child. God blessed me with an Angel, I’m proud to call my own. She’s been with me throughout my life, been with me as I’ve grown. She’s guided me the best she can, she’s taught me like no other, and I’m thankful I’m the lucky one who get’s to call her... Mother Your Babygirl Lequita
In Loving Memory Of A Dear Sister My dearest darling Sister, how can I find the words to say To tell of how I miss you throughout every single day? I miss our little chats, the way you’d listen to me moan And how you’d always cheer me up whenever you would phone. Living life without you Is so very hard to bear And I’d give all I have to waken and to see you standing there. Your Sister Sherry
~ Acknowledgements ~
We, the family, wish to express our love and appreciation for the acts of kindness extended during our time of bereavement. Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent a floral piece; if so, we saw it there. 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 whatever the part.
~The Family
~ Honorary Pallbearers ~
LeEldridge Eskridge Derrin Boddie LeEldridge Eskridge, Jr.
Jarivs Caradine James Gates Damien Payne
Laterrar Eskridge Laterrar Eskridge, Jr. Maurice Robinson
~ Active Pallbearers ~ Kenny Richardson
Bruce Prophet Adrian Wright Henry Hayes
~Committal Rites & Interment~ New Park Memorial Gardens 3900 Sewanee Road Memphis, Tennessee 38109
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