A Letter To My Daddy I’ve never known life without you. You were always here for me—always. I jokingly tell people, no matter how outrageous the request, I knew that if I could bypass Mama and get to you, you would make it happen. The word “no” never applied to me. Thank you was never enough and it still isn’t. You constantly told me, “Boo, you made your old man proud!” You have no idea how proud I am to be your daughter. Daddy, I thank you for an unconditional and unyielding love. Thank you for being ever-present. Thank you for educating me. Thank you for supporting me, and thank you for being you. We would sit and talk about absolutely nothing of substance, but those are such fond memories. Daddy, I am going to miss you more than words can express. I thank God that He gave me 39 years with you. As a child, I didn’t understand the depth of your presence, but as an adult, I understand and appreciate how much your presence altered the course of my life. I wouldn’t be who I am if it weren’t for you. Love you always, Althea “Boo”
Pallbearers Mt. Carmel Deacons
In Loving Memory Of
Honorary Pallbearers Keith Wilburn • Trent Moore, DDS Larry Jiles, Sr. • Michael Jones Victor Whitfield • Fred Reid
Acknowledgement
The family of the late Harold Wilburn, Jr., acknowledges with sincere appreciation, your understanding, your prayers, and all acts of kindness shown at this time of bereavement.
Interment
Lincoln Memorial Cemetery 6400 West Burleigh Street Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53210
Repast
Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church 1717 West Meinecke Avenue Following Interment
Final Arrangements Entrusted To
Harold Wilburn,Jr. Sunrise
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October 3, 1934
“Shag”
Sunset
October 20, 2015
Monday, October 26, 2015 Visitation: 10:00 a.m. • Service: 11:00 a.m. Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church 1717 West Meinecke Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Pastor Hugh Davis, Jr. - Officiating
Obituary Mr. Harold Wilburn, Jr. was born on October 3, 1934 in Marshall, TX to the union of Harold Wilburn, Sr. and Laura Griffin Wilburn. He accepted Christ as his savior and united with Jackson Temple, where he served in various positions during his youth. Harold received his primary education from Marshall, TX public schools. In 1951, Harold relocated to Milwaukee, WI with his parents. He continued his education at North Division High School. Harold received his welder’s certification from Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) and was employed at Rexnord for 29 and a half years. He was later employed at Badger Alloys for 15 years. In addition, Harold also worked as a security guard for 13 years with various agencies throughout Milwaukee, until his retirement. Harold was previously married and from this union a son was born, Mr. Keith Wilburn. In 1973, Harold was united in holy matrimony with Annie Belle Walker-Moore. To this union one daughter was born, Ms. Althea Wilburn. Harold was a member of Corinth Missionary Baptist Church. Later on, Harold and Annie Belle became members of The Way of the Cross Missionary Baptist Church and were faithful members for 29 years. Harold served as deacon and Sunday School teacher, and sang in the Male Chorus at The Way of the Cross. In 2008, he and Annie Belle joined Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church, where he was a faithful member until his passing. Harold was the co-chairman of the Deacon Board, appointed deacon for the Nurses Guild and the Greeters Committee, and a faithful member of the Male Chorus. Harold looked forward to Wednesdays, when he would attend the morning prayer meeting and Bible Study. Harold served as morning Bible Study instructor in Pastor Davis’ absence at the pastor’s request. Mr. Harold Wilburn, Jr. peacefully transitioned to his new home on October 20, 2015, surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Wilburn, Sr.; two stepdaughters, Theressa Holland-Grant and Taryn Moore; and two great grandchildren, Tristen and Trenton Robinson. He leaves to cherish precious memories: his devoted wife of 42 years, Annie Belle; two children, Keith Wilburn of Milwaukee, WI and Althea Wilburn of Chester, VA; three step-children, Trent (Altamese) Moore and Trena Quinn of Milwaukee, WI, and Tonia (Larry) Jiles of Seattle, WA; 15 grandchildren, Kendra (Tim), Larry Jr., Quinetta, Cedric (Tyesha), Tiffany, Serious, Rick (Makeba), Jo-Jo (Sarah), Lewis (Emily), Ethan, Salena “Little One”, Danielle “Teenager” (TaVontae), D.J., Troy and Kendis “Moo-Moo”; 12 great grandchildren, extended family and friends. Harold’s quiet, gentle and peaceful spirit touched all who knew him. He will be greatly missed.
Order of Service Musical Prelude............................................................................ Processional...............................................Minister and Family Scripture......................................................................Minister Prayer.......................................................Rev. Richard Watkins Acknowledgements, Condolences Telegrams and Resolution.................................Glenda Salinas Musical Selection..................................................Male Chorus Remarks...........................Marge Cleghorn (Longtime Friend) James Tubbs (Co-worker) Remarks...................................................Deacon Donald Little Chairman of Mt. Carmel Deacon Board Deacon Louis Johnson Chairman of Deacon Board (WOTC) Sis. Bynum President of Nurses Guild Sis. Black President of Greeters Committee Bro. Bynum President of Mt. Carmel Male Chorus Family Thanks........................................................Azezza Islam Obituary...................................................................Read Silently Musical Selection................................Mt. Carmel Mass Choir Eulogy.....................................................Pastor Hugh Davis, Jr. Recessional.....................................................................................
Nobody Knows Shag, nobody knows how much I miss you or how hard it was for me to say, “Thy will be done, dear Lord,” and your sweet face no more to see. I’m trying to be submissive, for I know God knoweth best, and I’m sure you are with Him in the land of peace and rest. Someday, I’m going to meet you—just how long I cannot tell, but I’ll be with you and our blessed Lord to dwell. Your loving wife, Annie Belle