- Collection:
- Atlanta Funeral Programs Collection
- Title:
- In Loving Memory of Our Mother Doretha Ham, Sunrise July 2, 1932, Sunset July 11, 2007, Service Wednesday, July 18, 2007, 11:00 AM, Freedom Christian Bible Fellowship Church, 6100 W. Columbia Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151, Bishop Gilbert Coleman Jr., Senior Pastor
- Contributor to Resource:
- African-American Historical and Genealogical Society (Washington, D.C.). Metro Atlanta Chapter
Wesley Chapel Genealogy Group - Date of Original:
- 2007-07-18
- Subject:
- African American women--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia--History--20th century
African Americans--Funeral customs and rites--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia--History--20th century
Funeral rites and ceremonies--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia---History--20th century
Funeral service--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia--History--20th century
Mourning customs--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia--History--20th century
African Americans--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia--Genealogy - Location:
- United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia County, Philadelphia, 39.95233, -75.16379
- Medium:
- church records
programs (documents)
records (documents) - Type:
- Text
- Format:
- application/pdf
- Description:
- Funeral program for Doretha Ham. Birth date: July 2, 1932. Death date: July 11, 2007. Funeral date: July 18, 2007. Church: Freedom Christian Bible Fellowship Church (Philadelphia, Pa.). The Atlanta Funeral Programs Collection is a project of the Digital Library of Georgia in association with the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African-American Culture and History as part of Georgia HomePLACE. The project is supported with federal LSTA funds administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Georgia Public Library Service, a unit of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia.
- Local Identifier:
- Folder number: 256
- External Identifiers:
- Metadata URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:aarl_afpc_hamdoretha20070718
- Digital Object URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:aarl_afpc_hamdoretha20070718
- Language:
- eng
- Extent:
- 1 page
- Holding Institution:
- Auburn Avenue Research Library on African-American Culture and History
- Rights:
-
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The will ofGod will never take you Where the grace of God cannot keep you, Where the arms ofGod cannot supportyou, Where the riches ofGod cannot supply your needs, Where the power ofGod cannot endow you.
The will ofGod will never take you Where the Spirit ofGod cannot work through you,
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Where the hands ofGod cannot moldyou.
The will ofGod will never take you Where the love ofGod cannot enfoldyou, Where the mercies of God cannot sustain you, Where the peace ofGod cannot calm yourfears, Where the authority ifGod cannot overrulefor you.
The will ofGod will never take you Where the comfort ofGod cannot dry your tears,
Where the Word ofGod cannotfeed you, Where the miracles ofGod cannot be donefor you, Where the omnipresence ofGod cannotfind you.
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The family of the late Doretha Ham would like to extend our deepest thanks to everyone, for all acts of kindness and sympathy extended during this time of
bereavement. May God continue to bless and keep you in His tender, loving care.
Professwnal Services ofComfort Entrusted To:
Michael Forrest F. D.
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Beckett-Brown Funeral Home, Inc.
5616-18 Baynton Street
"Philadelphia, Pennsylllania 19144
(215) 438-9170
Fax (215) 438-5263
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Processional Clergy & Family Opening Hymn Scripture Readings
Old Testament New Testament . Prayer of Comfort
Solo Acknowledgement of Condolences &
Reading of Obituary Reflections Solo Eulogy Benediction Recessional
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Rolling Green Memorial Park West Chester, Pennsylvania
f l } oretha am, daughter of the late Fred and Irene Poole, was born
on July 2, 1932 in Darlington, South Carolina. She was the third eldest of six siblings. vretba received her education in Darlington, South Carolina.
She was married to the late James P. Ham. From this union, eight children were born: Daniel, Vernelle Minor, Najiyah Madu, Kenneth, Franklin, Julia, Aaron (E.J.) and David.
As a young adult, she relocated to Philadelphia, PA with her family. At an early age, oret ~ accepted Christ. After relocating to Philadelphia, she attended Robinson Chapel Baptist Church and later, transferred her membership to Freedom Christian Bible Fellowship. Doretha became very involved in various ministries including: Intercessor (Prayer Warrior) Ministry, Senior Saints, Heart and Soul Ministry, working with young women in a youth mentoring program and volunteering at the soup kitchen to feed the homeless.
ore h retired from the Marriott where she began as a cook. When her talents were noticed, she was given the opportunity to travel throughout the United States and Caribbean to other Marriott locations in order to train staff and establish food services. While at the Marriott, oretl1a developed a reputation for her homemade desserts, which led to the incorporation of some of her recipes in their food services.
on~t/1 enjoyed writing, sewing and making hats. She was known to design and sew clothing for church fashion shows, as well as for her children. , 'l' loved to travel and greatly enjoyed participating in activities with her family members. Best known for her caring qualities,
oreth was always willing to lend a helping hand. She always gave her opinion with love and honesty at heart.
Our beloved Do -e h leaves to cherish her memory: her eight children, Daniel, Vernelle Minor, Najiyah Madu, Kenneth, Franklin, Julia, Aaron (E.J.) and David; one son-in-law; two daughters-in-law; siblings, Reverend Jordan Poole and Catherine Smith; 17 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; an aunt; nieces and nephews; cousins; other relatives and a multitude of friends.
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