- Collection:
- Atlanta Funeral Programs Collection
- Title:
- Celebration of Life for Mamie Richardson Shropshire, Sunrise May 5, 1931, Sunset July 28, 2013, Thursday, August 1, 2013, 11:00 A.M., Ben Hill United Methodist Church, 2099 Fairburn Road, S.W., Atlanta, Georgia 30331, Reverend Byron E. Thomas, Senior Pastor, Officiating
- Contributor to Resource:
- African-American Historical and Genealogical Society (Washington, D.C.). Metro Atlanta Chapter
Wesley Chapel Genealogy Group - Date of Original:
- 2013-08-01
- Subject:
- African American women--Georgia--Atlanta--History--20th century
African Americans--Funeral customs and rites--Georgia--Atlanta--History--20th century
Funeral rites and ceremonies--Georgia--Atlanta--History--20th century
Funeral service--Georgia--Atlanta--History--20th century
Mourning customs--Georgia--Atlanta--History--20th century
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta--Genealogy - Location:
- United States, Georgia, Fulton County, Atlanta, 33.749, -84.38798
- Medium:
- church records
programs (documents)
records (documents) - Type:
- Text
- Format:
- application/pdf
- Description:
- Funeral program for Mamie Richardson Shropshire. Birth date: June 25, 1925. Death date: February 26, 2016. Funeral date: March 5, 2016. Church: African Methodist Episcopal Church (Prichard, Ala.). 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: 724
- External Identifiers:
- Metadata URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:aarl_afpc_shropshiremamierichardson20130801
- Digital Object URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:aarl_afpc_shropshiremamierichardson20130801
- Language:
- eng
- Extent:
- 6 pages
- Holding Institution:
- Auburn Avenue Research Library on African-American Culture and History
- Rights:
-
Flower Ladies
Jewels and Partners Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
(Kappa Omega Chapter)
Pallbearers
Gary Richardson ~ Reggie Page Michael Mack - Kenneth Mack
John Palmer~ Danny Mack
Honorary Pallbearers
Vincent Jennings - Lenny Taylor Curtis Palrner- Johnny Palmer
Josh Davis - Ivory Puckett
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AT DAY'S END
Is anyone happier now because you passed this way? Does anyone remember that you spoke to him today?
The day is almost over, as its toiling time is though; Is there anyone now to utter a kindly word of you? Can you say tonight, in parting with the day that's slipping fast, That you helped a single Brother of the many that you passed? Is a single heart rejoicing over what you did or said; Does the friend whose hopes were fading, now with renewed courage look ahead?
Did you waste the day, or lose it? Was it well, or sorely spent? Did you leave a trail ofkindness, or a bleak scar of discontent?
As you close your eyes in slumber, do you think the Great Architect will say, "You have earned one more tomorrow by the good works you did today?"
With warmest appreciation, to all who extended themselves to our family during our bereavement, we th ank you . To all who sent cards, lette rs, flora Is and food, we truly appreciate your generosity . To those who bowed your heads in prayer for us, we are eternally grateful. Special thanks to all those who provided care and assistance during the illness of our beloved, Mother. We are grateful for her many caregivers and specia l f r iends .
May God smile on you and bless you always, Bob Shropshire and Family
Funeral Arrangements Entrusted to: Willie Watkins Funeral Home, 1003 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd ., Atlanta , GA 30310
Sunrise May 5, 1931
Thursday, August 1, 2013 11:00 A.M.
Ben Hill United Methodist Church
2099 Fairburn Road, S.W. Atlanta, Georgia 30331
Reverend Byron E. Thomas, Senior Pastor
Officiating
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Sunset July 28, 2013
"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weakness, so that Christ's power may rest on me. 2 Corinthians 12: 9
Mamie Shropshire was born in Summerville, Georgia on May 5, 1931 to the late Samuel and Janie Adams Richardson and was the second oldest of four children. At an early age she was baptized and accepted Christ. She was a devoted wife of 49 years to the late Bobby Shropshire, Sr.; she was a loving mother and grandmother.
Mamie attended Summerville Public Schools where she graduated with honors. After graduation, she worked in Summerville for one year before enrolling at Clark Atlanta University. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Clark Atlanta University and a Masters of Science degree from Georgia State University in elementary grade instruction for gifted children.
She had the opportunity to share her talents and love of teaching in four different school systems throughout the state of Georgia. She positively impacted the academic lives of children in Jasper, Paulding, Chattooga, and the Atlanta Public School System. Her love for children and instructional education touched thousands for thirty-six years before retiring.
Mamie was selected to teach and participate in various teaching enrichment programs during the summer months throughout her tenure. She worked for seven years as a Consultant and Administrative Assistant in the Atlanta Public School's Bounty Mathematics Program. Mamie was an inspiring teacher and leader whose skills were highly recognized by others. She offered her talents and gave of her time to the Georgia State University's Saturday School program for eight years as an Instructional Trainer for teachers seeking certification in teaching talented and gifted students.
She was actively involved in her church, civic, social, and community activities. She was a dedicated member of Ben Hill United Methodist Church for over thirty-five years. Mamie served faithfully in many areas including Co-Chair of the Church Council on Ministries, member of the Older Adults Ministry, the Crusaders Sunday School class, the Jewels and Partners and United Methodist Women. Her numerous affiliations included: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., The Continental Societies, Inc., Georgia Association of Educators, and Heritage Valley Neighborhood Community Association just to name a few. Due to her declining health, she moved to McDonough, GA with her son and daughter-in-law where she recently became an affiliate member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church.
Mamie was preceded in death by her late husband Bobby J. Shropshire Sr.; daughter, Donzella Richardson Palmer; brother, Samuel Richardson and sister, Mary Jean Richardson.
Those left to cherish her memories are her loving and caring son, Bobby J. Shropshire, Jr. (Rosalind); one sister, Janie Richardson; one granddaughter, Rissi Palmer Stypmann (Bryan); one great granddaughter, Grace; former son-in-law, John Palmer (Darlene) and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
PRELUDE PROCESSIONAL HYMN OF CELEBRATION SCRIPTURE
PRAYER OF COMFORT
CELEBRATION IN SONG REFLECTIONS CELEBRATION IN SONG WORDS OF COMFORT ACKNOWLEDGMENTS RECESSIONAL
"How Great Though Art"
UMH#77
Old Testament Proverbs 31: 10-31
Reverend Belinda McCastle Associate Pastor
Ben Hill United Methodist Church
New Testament Romans 8: 35-39
Reverend Arundel Hope Senior Pastor
Lasters Chapel United Methodist
Reverend Bert Neal Senior Pastor
Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church
"Great Is Thy Faithfulness"
Keith Wilson
"He Looked Beyond My Faults"
Gloria Bolds Bobbie Moore Vera Marable
Rissi Palmer Sypmann
Reverend Dr. Walter Kimbrough Senior Pastor
Columbia Drive United Methodist Church
"Goin' Up Yonder"
INTERMENT
Lincoln Cemetery 2275 Josesph E. Boone Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30314