Celebration of Life Saturday 1\ugust 27, 2016 1:00 p.m. Noeth ~venue Missionacy Baptist Chucch 1461 North rA.venue Atlanta, Geot'gia 30318 Ministet' Geot'ge ea es, Eulogist Pastot' She l6mon-Davis, Officiating The Dash I read of a man who stood to speak At the funeral of a friend. He referred to the dates on her tombstone From the beginning..to the end. He noted that first came her date of birth And spoke the following date with tears, 1964-1994 But he said what mattered most of all Was the dash between those years. For that dash represents all the time That she spent alive on earth.. And now only those who loved her Know what that little line is worth. For it matters not, how much we own; The cars..the house..the cash, What matters is how we live and love And how we spend our dash. So think about this long and hard. Are there things you"d like to change? For you never know how much time is left, That can still be rearranged. If we could just slow down enough consider what"s true and real, always try to understand The way other people feel. And be less quick to anger, show appreciation more love the people in our lives we"ve never loved before. treat each other with respect, And more often wear a smile.. Remembering that this special dash Might only last a little while. So, when your eulogy"s being read With your life"s actions to rehash.. you be proud of the things they say About how you spent your dash? ORDER OF SERVICE Organ Prelude Processional SCRIPTURE RE1\DING Old and New Testament Minister Jackie Lankford Musical Tribute Deborah Hicks Prayer of Comfort Bishop Richard Lankford ~tlanta lntet'national Cht'istian Pt'aise Centet' Words of Expression cTwo Minutes, Please) Poem 1\ngelle Sulli\Jan Obituary cRead Silently) Eulogy Minister George Leakes Musical Tribute 1\cknowledgements Norris Lon.g Classmatelft'iend Recessional Obituary On August 19,2016, Sonji Yvette Solomon was called home for eternal rest Sonj i was born to Reverend Melvin and Dorothy Solomon on Ju~ 6, 1966in the Collier Heights Community of Atlanta, Georgia. She was the fourth of the five children born to the Solomon family. Sor]lspent her early <;hlldhood years at Collier Heights elementary school, where she received countless avards. One of her greatest badges of honor was being a part of the Frederick Douglas High MightY Astros', Class of 1984. She furthered her education In Knoxville, Tennessee at the State Tech of Knoxville. Sor]l was known for her gentle, kind, funny, and loving spirit that was evident because of her faith. She gave her life to Christ at an early age. She based her life on knowing that her strength came from the Lord, therefore no task was too hard for her to accomplish. SonJI's life was defined, edified, and captioned by the love she poured Into her family. Her motivation was making her children and those around her smile. She will forever be remembered for the endless laughs, motivational words, and her beautiful smile. As Sonj i has now transitioned she leaves to cherish her memories: two children, Chaeles~n Jones and Charles E. Jones Jr.; grandchild, Mason; parents, Rev. Melvin and Dorothy Solomon; sisters, Deborah Hicks, Michelle Sullivan, Renee Lanier, and Erica Roper (Chris); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. TO MY SISTER SONJI: MY FRIEND MY PARTNER IN CRIME MY STRENGTH (WHEN I WAS WEAK) MY JOY (WHEN I WAS SAD) MY ROCK! WHAT AM I GOING TO DO WITHOUT YOU YOU ALWAYS SAID 2 AND 4 WERE THE BEST NOW 4 IS JUST A NUMBER WITHOUT YOU I KNOW WE ARE GOING TO MEET AGAIN BUT I'M MISSING YOU, NOW! LOV5, MIC.rt5LL5 FLOWER BEARERS Family and Friends PALLBEARERS Fami~ and Friends ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The family of the late Sonji Solomon would like to extend heartfelt appreciation to all for the prayers, words of encouragement, and guidance of strength during unforeseen departure of our loved one. SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO : Gus Thornhill Funeral Home 1315 Gus Thornhill Jr. Dr. East Point, Ga. 30344 Layout. Design and Printing: Vincent Ross Diversity Graphic Designs 404-3 72-3210 diversitygraphicdesign @yahoo.com