The Life of
Sanford Dubose Sr. Sanford Dubose Sr.was born on June 27, 1926 to the late Valdosta Dubose and Lula Mae Perry of Camden South Carolina. His mother died at the age of 40 and his father died at the age of 85. This left him and sisters Eva Mae Dubose, Christine Dubose 3 brothers Ernest, William and Moses Dubose. Sanford Dubose Sr. attended Lugoff Elementary School along with his other siblings and future wife to be Margaret Dubose. He gained an 5th grade education, but was as smart as any scholar with degrees. Sanford Dubose Sr. joined the army in 1945. With an honorable discharge in 1947 he moved to New York City, where he met up again with Margaret Dubose. There they were united in Holy Matrimony on August the 18th 1949 until she proceeded him in death July 28, 2016. Together they had 8 children, 5 Sons: Larry Sr., Sanford Jr., Melvin, Ernest, and Arthur, 3 Daughters: Valerie, Sheila and Yvette. Sanford was a shop steward. He was self taught and he was good at it. He managed all the unions for Gotham Inc. He was what you called the jack of all trades. If you needed something repaired he was able to assist you. Even at the age of 80 he still would cut lawns. He taught he sons his trade and later they opened a family business called Sanford and Sons Construction Company. He passed his trade on to his sons and grandsons.
In 1994 Sanford & Margart Dubose relocated to Chesterfield, Virginia to move closer to his sister in Law District Missionary Lucille D. Miles, which they affectionately called “Sister”. Upon arrival they became a member of Fresh Anointing Cathedral formerly known as Word for Living Ministry where their nephew Larry C. Miles is the Pastor. Prior to moving to Virginia they had occasionally attended church, but it was here that their faith was restored. On March 4th 2017 Sanford accepted Christ into his life. A week later the Lord saw fit to take him home to be with His lovely wife that he affectionately called Peaches. Sanford was the perfect man. He not only raised his children but he made sure that he played a roll in raising his entire family. He was affectionately known as “Diddy” by his children and grands. He took care of his nieces, nephews, grands, and great grands as well as he lovingly cared for his sister Christine Dubose. On Saturday, March 11, 2017 surrounded by his remaining children, grandchildren and loved ones Sanford slipped away into a peaceful sleep to meet his loving wife Margaret, and 4 sons. Proceeded in death by his wife Margaret Dubose, 4 sons Larry Dubose Sr., Sanford Dubose Jr., Earnest Dubose and Arthur Dubose. His 4 brothers Earnest Dubose, William Dubose and Moses Dubose. Grandsons, Melvin Jr., Ivan, and Shareef (Skip). Granddaughter Alicia. He leaves to carry on his legacy his, 4 remaining children Melvin Dubose (Angela), Valerie McQueen, Yvette Miles and Sheila Henderson (Paul). His 2 sisters Eva Mae and Christine Dubose 31 Grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews, relative and friends. Thanks to those who came from far and near to help celebrate the life of “Diddy” Sanford Dubose. He will be missed greatly.
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of
SandfordDubose Sr. Order of Worship *Audience Please Stand* The Processional
District Superintendents |Jurisdictional Pastors and Elders Visiting Clergy | Family
The Sealing of the Bier
The Hymn of Comfort The Invocation The Old Testament Scripture Psalms 23The New Testament Scripture John 14:1-6selection The Statement of Faith Prayer of Consolation Selection Tributes of Love (2 Min Please) Tributes from the Family - Grandchildren Ronnie Henderson Joe Herbin Angel Dubose Great GrandChidlren Vivian Dubose Isaiah Henderson Son -in-Law Paul Henderson Sister Eva Mae Dubose Tributes from Fresh Anointing Cathedral Tributes from the Commonwealth District Selection Acknowledgements of Cards & Resolution Solo Taila Dubose
Eulogy
Larry C. Miles sr. Pastor and Founder, Fresh Anointing Cathedral COGIC
Benediction and Recessional
Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there; I do not sleep, I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning’s hush I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in the circle flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night; I am not there; I did not die Mary Elizabeth Frye 1923