To My Daddy By BridgetteJ ack son To my daddy sweet and true, A da ddy who will do anything to help He showed his love through and through. My dad was a pretty cool dude, you could not have a better friend. He gave all oi himseli to all wh o knew him. Only a strong m an of God could do the things Dad did. My Dad is the best Dad ever, I thank God he gave me the best "vhen he passed out dads. Sorry to say it twice, but it is true, my daddy is the BEST! Our Dad If we could write a story, it would be the greatest ever told We'd \Vrite about our dad for he had a heart of gold. Our dad, he was no hero known around this world but he was everything to us, For we were his boy and girls. We'd write about the lessons. He taught us right from wrong. He instilled in us the values that one day we'd be strong. He taught us to face our fears, take each day as it comes, for there are things we can't change, He would say what's done is done. He would say hold your head up high, carry yourself with pride. Thanks to him, we are somebody, we will never run and hide. If we could write a story, it would be the greatest ever told. We'd write about our dad, for he had a heart of gold. - {?/f!i ~CNer~ Family & Friends ~n_otofec(yenleniJ In this life we are never prepared to face many oflife's situations. Ihe family of the late Mr. Joe Lee Mack humbly express our sincere thanks for the many acts ofkindness that were extended. We thank you for all the love shown through your prayers, giving's, phone calls, cards, flowers, and words ofcomfort. It is with these acts that build the foundation within people to show as examples of love. We are especially grateful to all for whatever capacity you rendered services and love.Family, we need to lean on each other during our time of need. Tell those who are close how much you love and appreciate them . Look up to the sky and thank God for ALL because it is all in His hands. Funeral Arrangements by: Mea dows Mortuary 419 Flat Shoals Road, Decatur Georgia 30316 770-522-7478 designed and print ed by Hicks Graphics & TCO Marketing and Business Promotion, 678.514.2283 ~ Mr. Joe Lee Mack Sunrise: April1, 1946 Sunset: April 25, 20 16 .Jl Cefe6ration ofLife Thursday, May 5, 2016 2:00PM Meadows Mortuary Chapel 419 Flat Shoals Road Decatur, Georgia 30316 ev. Dr. Shirley Browne Eulogizing &tfihcuy Mr. Joe Lee Mack April I, 1946 April25, 2016 Devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle & Friend Lover of God, Life & Family Will Sadly Be Missed By All "Let not your fieart 6e trouGCecf; you Ge{ieve in qotf, Ge{ieve aCso in :Me. In :My Cf'atlier's liouse are many mansions; ifit were not so, I wouUliave toUyou. I go to prepare a pCacefor you.}Ina ifI go anaprepare a pCacefor you, I wi{{come again anarecei'CJeyou to :Myself; tliat wliere I am, tliere you may Ge aCso. }Inawliere I go you !(now, ana tlie way you !(now. II Jolin 14:1-4 The Life of Joe Lee Mack Mr. Joe Lee Mack, known mostly to family and friends as Joe L., was born April 1, 1946 to Ira Reynolds and Gertrude Perdue, who preceded him in death. Joe was born in Alabama and later moved to Atlanta, Georgia where he graduated from Turner High School. Joe began his career when he enlisted in the United States Army. He retired from Marta after 30 plus years of service. . Joe was a devoted husband and father. He and his wife Valerie were together for forty years. They both always said they would marry each other all over again. He had a special love for all of his children and made each one feel like they were his favorite. He was a proud man with a sharp tongue and quick wit. He enjoyed the simple things in life like spending time with family, working on cars, sports, and playing cards and dominoes. Joe was a kind soul who was always willing to help someone in need. He leaves behind his loving wife, Valerie Mack; six children, Elizabeth Gresham (Cyril), Bridgette Jackson (Willie), Charlotte Bailey (Rickey), Demario Mack (Lisa), Terea Mack and Sidney Nealey; six grandchildren, Cyreshia and Cyril Gresham, Rickey and Kira Bailey, Kaydence and Kyndall Mack; one great grandchild Yuri Morris; four sisters, Ollie Dunn, Vera Longino, Carolyn Hayes (John), and Janice Butts (Reverend Kenneth); three brothers, Robert Perdue (Patricia), Jeffrey Reynolds, and James Reynolds (Melondy) and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by siblings Frances Mack, Charlie Mae Mack, Kate Lee (James Lee), Barbara Mack, and Anthony Reynolds. I'd Mariy You Again With titiy te-ars that glistened, my eyes were fixed on you, And thinking of the life vve'd share we softly said, "!, do." Our hearts tvere knit together from the time that we first met, And memories were gathered that we never will forget While daily living life with you, you saw the real me, and still you chose acceptance, a lifelong mystery. With many happy times gone by and others when we cried, Some days we'd share so endlessly, while other days we'd hide. With all the ups and dovvns we've had in learning to be friends , I know th;;zt in this heart ofmine, I'd marry you again. Prelude In Loving Memory of Mr. Joe Lee Mack 9k &,de, ~YertJice Processional Solo............................................................................. .. ...............Mr. & Mrs. IV and Michelle Young Scripture Old Testament...............................................................................................................................Adream Thomas New Testament..................................................................................................................................Vera Longino Prayer .............................................................................................................................................Family Member Reflections (Two Minutes Please). Reading of Obituary ((Silently" .. ..........Minister William Causby Minister Leonard Fritz Mr. Robert Perdue Solo ................................................. .. & Mrs. IV and Michelle Young Eulogy............................................. . ................ Rev. Dr. Shirley Browne Acknowledgements .................................. . ................................Meadows Mortuary Recessional ~--!kW/7tenl Forest Hills ~1~morial Gardens 722 Conley Road ---- Forest Park, GA 30297 Po(Cowing tlie Interment, friencfs are invitecf to join tliefami(y for repast at ~ncfezous rvent Center at 1174 Porest Parftway, Suite CJ3, :Jvtorrow, qJl30260.