A Celebration of the Life of Alice Carey Holmes Washington, October 23, 1919 - November 5, 2015, Friday, November 13, 2015, 11:00 AM, First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, 105 Courtland Street, Northeast, Atlanta, Georgia, The Reverend Dr. Dwight D. Andrews, Officiating, The Reverend Andrew J. Young, Eulogist

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THE LIFE AND LEGACY 0F
Alice Holmes Washington, the daughter of Dr. Hamilton Mayo Holmes, Sr. and Mrs. Patricia "Pattie" Reaves Holmes was born October 23, 1919 in East Point, Georgia.
Alice began her elementary education at the Atlanta University Laboratory School. She attended Washington High School, graduating in 1934. Alice enrolled at Spelman College and graduated at 19 years of age in 1938 with a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics; she earned a Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling from Atlanta University and completed considerable course work towards her doctorate.
Alice's diverse professional background bridged journalism, media, education, and community service. She was a dedicated teacher and counselor at South Fulton High School for over 30 years and was the first black counselor at the school, a position she was encouraged to apply for. During this time, she was the first black employee of Fulton County Schools to work county-wide in the Guidance and Counseling program extending her services to Eva Thomas, Hapeville, Headland and Woodland High Schools.
Alice was a writer for the Atlanta Daily World, a radio commentator for WERD and worked in Adult Education at the Phyllis Wheatley YWCA, all at the same time. Alice was involved with the National Scholarship Service and Fund for Negro Students (NSSFNS) to aid students during their college enrollment process and the Neighborhood Youth Corps assisting young adults to secure employment. Alice was certainly no stranger to hard work!
In addition to a being an education professional, she was a devoted and tireless community service leader. She worked with the Colored Parent Teacher Association and was a key participant in bringing the separate Black and White Parent Associations together. In 1969, Alice was invited to become active with the Georgia Congress of Parents and Teachers, without any designation of race. She served as its first Black officer, Secretary. She then served as 1st and 2nd Vice President of the State of Georgia's Parent Teacher Association. She was also nominated to run for President, but declined due to time constraints. Years later, Alice accepted the invitation to serve on the State Board of the Organization. Her influence on education extended far beyond the four walls of the classroom. Alice was a courageous supporter of the efforts of her father and brothers who worked to desegregate Atlanta's Golf Courses, leading to her continuous work in civil rights.
Alice worked for three years on "President Lyndon B. Johnson's War on Poverty" initiative as the representative from Fulton County Schools to the Neighborhood Youth Corps. Alice was a charter member and former President of the Atlanta Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., a membership organization of mothers dedicated to nurturing future African American leaders. Her legacy extends across three generations. She was also a former President of the Chautauqua Circle; Hyacinth Circle of East Point; a member of the 12 & 1 Bridge Club; an active, devoted, lifelong member of First Congregational Church, UCC, and a host of other community organizations.

As a testament to her unwavering commitment to civic duty and service, she has been awarded a number of prestigious awards including the Founders Spirit Award given to a Spelman College alumna and the Channel 11 Community Service Award. Alice was also an Honorary Board Member of Families First and was a key leader of its Black Infant Adoption program. During her time with Families First, she played a vital role in merging egregated Black and White group homes and orphanage . As a result of her leadership, hard work, and elflessness, Alice received one of the highest awards from Families First during their 125th Anniversary in 2015, The Sarah Grant and Lucetta Lawson "Service Above Self Award," honoring volunteers, board members, clients, or employees embodying the commitment to the service of children in jeopardy.
Alice was appointed by the Honorable Maynard Jackson to The Atlanta Fulton County Library Board ofTrustees. She worked tirelessly and fought for a dedicated institution to highlight the accomplishments of African American History; resulting in the establishment of the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture and History.
Alice married James Calloway Washington of Monroe, Louisiana in 1942. James C., "Jimmy", was the Director of Federal Contract Compliance for the Southeastern Region of the United States of America. They were married for 64 years when he passed in 2006. Together, they had three daughters, Patricia Lilliannette, Wynelle Marie, and Alice Jean, all of whom followed in her footsteps in becoming alumnae of Spelman College.
Alice was extremely loyal, loving, and gave generously to her family and friends. She placed no boundaries on her support and personally cared for many of those whom she loved and cherished. Alice loved to cook, bake, and feed anyone who was in need or not. No one was allowed to leave her kitchen hungry or empty handed. Alice Carey Holmes Washington was the epitome of strength and fortitude. She was a role model to many.
Alice departed this life on Thursday, November 5, 2015. She is preceded in death by her father, Dr. Hamilton Mayo Holmes, Sr., her mother, Pattie Reaves Holmes, brothers, Hamilton Mayo Holmes, Jr., Rev. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Alfred "Tup" Holmes, and Alcide Holmes; sister-in-laws, Isabella Campfield Holmes, Marie Holmes, and Juanita Rodgers Goodloe;
brother-in-law, Arthur F. Rodgers; her husband, James Calloway Washington;
her daughters, Patricia Washington Clement and Alice Jean Washington; and nephews, Gary Holmes and Dr. Hamilton E. Holmes, Jr. She is survived by her loving brother, Harold "Bootsie" Holmes; daughter, Wynelle Washington Scott; granddaughters, Anika Clement Wharton (Steven), Morgan Scott Smith (Quincy), and Alice Carey Washington; great-grandchildren, Patricia Holmes Wharton, Alexander Steven Wharton, Preston James Lawson, and Kyleigh Moriah Smith; nieces, Claire Lynn Chube, E. Lauren Holmes, Marilyn Holmes, Margie Holmes; nephews, Frank Rodgers, Herbert Holmes, Michael Holmes, Steve Mitchell and a host of family and friends.

PRELUDE
PROCES IONAL
WELCOME AND INVOCATION
CONGREGATIONAL l1YMN
SCRIPTURE R ADINGS OLD TESTAMENT READING NEW TESTAMENT READING
PASTORAL PRAYER
MUSICAL SELECTION
REFLECTION /REMARKS
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TREY CL RGY, Or_qaniA THE REVEREND DR. DWIGHT ANDREvVS

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THE REVEREND DR. DWIGH A DREWS
REVEREND ELIZAB TH CLEMENT, Soloi.Jt

REVEREND WIMBERLY HALE, Former Student Hit LARY DUNSON, Atlanta Cbaptcrt/Jackand.Jil!t~/ilmt!n~a, Inc.

DR jANE SMITH. )pefman College Viet' Pre.,idcnt of College Relatt~J/1.1

COMMISSIONER EMMA DARNELL. Fulton Cow1ty Board,lComnu:t,ft~mt't-.1 o c!tJ.JejiieiU)

GRANDDAUGHTER~ & GREAT GRANDCHILDREN

MU ICAL SELECTIO EULOGY

REVEREND RENEE CRUTCHER
THE REVEREND ANDREW J. YOUNG

A MUSICAL MEDLEY

THE PELMAN HYMN

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

REVEREND ELIZABETH CLEMENT

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You signed in with lesson plans in place. Students, colleagues, and parents alike know your high expectations and "No excuses" were needed to claim their place in this race called Life.
A fight for equity was heard from the schoolhouse to the White House. Race was not the only barrier; compassion and the shared dollars were needed to give the underserved the power, the power to meet goals, complete school, find meaningful employment, whether blue collar or white- the choice of"crisp" was one's state of mind. You presented opportunities to anyone who desired; drive, determination, and a solid work ethic were required. No assignment was given that you had not demon trated first hand.
You respectfully stood with community folks who reached out for support. With a listening ear, pen and pad in hand, I can hear your comments, "... need to get their heads out of the sand". From the "kitchen phone committee meetings" to the televised Board Rooms, you took a stand, even if it meant standing alone.
A "gentle giant", you have always been professionally adorned; rolling up your sleeves to get the job done. When the tables needed to be turned to help right the wrongs, often some persuasion you'd use, but if all else failed, without a doubt, a "for the record" dialog you'd choose. With masterful articulation and clarity you were heard; repetition- not preferred.
You'll be remembered as a phenomenal woman, wife, sister, mother, "Nana", and friend. Your heart, home, and table welcomed anyone who came in. I have been so blessed to have so many "adopted aunts, uncles, sisters, and brothers". The generosity and out pouring of concern you and daddy extended to lifelong friends, new colleagues, newcomers to the city, friend of a friend, and mo t definitely the classmates, Pat, Jeannie, and I brought home defined- Welcome.
I marveled at how you did it all; so much for so many, yet I felt I had it all. Your unconditional love, patience, and teaching by example will remain with me all of my days. The "Greats and Grands" truly have a "Plan for Life", left by you, but some others may need a refresher course or two.
Sharing the last few years at your Arbor Terrace home, opened my heart to how precious the "Silver Years" are. I appreciate you and the time we shared. I can never thank you enough for all you did to make our world safe, secure, full of love and respect.
Well, it's almost time for this school term to end. I pray that you'll enjoy the vacation that's begun. There are no more grade books, lesson plans, homework, or papers to critique. The supplies are stored and the board erased and cleaned. Faculty and Board meetings have adjourned.
Talk around town says one of the best teachers there ever was has Retired. It's hard to believe, even some tears have been shed. Mixed emotions are heard, but sum it up with one word- LOVE.
You and I aid we didn't know what we'd do without each other- I'll be loving you always, with a love that's true, Always.
Take good care, Mama. May you enjoy each deep breath, slowly smelling the fragrances of the lilies in the fields, and even the thorned roses.

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ATLANTA CHAPTER . jACK AND jiLL OF AMERICA, INC. CHAUTAUQWA CIRCLE
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HERBERT HOLME MICHAEL HOLMES
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ARTHUR MICI<..l E:BURY STEVE MITCH ELL QJINCY SMITH
jOHN LEEK
STEVE WHARTON
THE FAMILY OF ALICE CAREY HOLMES WASHINGTON IS DEEPLY GRATEFUL TO EACH OF YOU FOR YOUR DEMONSTRATION OF UNCONDITIONAL LOVE AND GENEROSITY DURING THIS TIME. YOUR MANY ACT
OF KINDNESS HAVE LIFTED OUR SPIRITS. MAY GOD RICHLY BLESS EACH OF YOU IN A PECIAL WAY.
WE OFFER A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR EXTENDED FAMILY. ARBOR TERRACE AT CASCADE FOR CREATING A "NEW HOME AWAY FROM HOME" . THE NURTURING AND LOVING CARE. TO THE HERITAGE HOSPICE TEAM , WE ARE APPRECIATIVE OF THE SENSITIVE CARE AND PEACE OF MIND PROVIDED IN
UPPORT OF OUR FAMILY. THE FAMILY IS ETERNALLY GRATEFUL AND EXTEND LOVE TO TIFFANY ANSONG AND TRINA TILLEY FOR YOUR GENERO ITY. COMPASSION AND GRACIOUSNE S. A HEARTFELT THANK YOU FOR THE COMFORT YOU PROVIDED AND THE RESPECT SHOWN TO "MIS ALICE " AS YOU
FILLED HER DAYS WITH PEACE AND LOVE .
In lieu t~/flower. t, donal imz,, are re. tpec~/it!~v reque. tted to I he_I;J//owin.q: Fami/ie,t Fir,tt; Fi1~tl Con.qrepalionaI ( '!.7llrc/.1, l '( '(', Bui!thiz.q Fund; .Spelman Colle,ye Student Scholm~thtjJ Fund;
or T/.1e Spelman Collt:.qe Irene and .!t~l.m H~.tfey Dohh,, Endouw) .._)(:/.1olar. thtjJ.
llllhcate: "fn ,Uemory (!/'Alice flo/me. , 1f?tz. t/.1in.qton" (l~w donatum,t to ~pelman, plt:a,te add /.?er CltMI year 1958)
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