- Collection:
- Atlanta Funeral Programs Collection
- Title:
- The Homegoing Service for Andrea Williams-Coffey, Monday, November 19, 2007, 12:00 Noon, Christians for Change Baptist Church, 2110 Bethsaida Road, Riverdale, GA 30296, Pastor Michael W. Baldwin, Officiating
- Date of Original:
- 2007-11-19
- Subject:
- African American women--Georgia--Riverdale--History--20th century
African Americans--Funeral customs and rites--Georgia--Riverdale--History--20th century
Funeral rites and ceremonies--Georgia--Riverdale---History--20th century
Funeral service--Georgia--Riverdale--History--20th century
Mourning customs--Georgia--Riverdale--History--20th century
African Americans--Georgia--Riverdale--Genealogy - Location:
- United States, Georgia, Clayton County, Riverdale, 33.57261, -84.41326
- Medium:
- church records
programs (documents)
records (documents) - Type:
- Text
- Format:
- application/pdf
- Description:
- Funeral program for Andrea Williams-Coffey. Birth date: March 30, 1961. Death date: (not recorded). Funeral date: November 19, 2007. Church: Christians for Change Baptist Church (Riverdale, Ga.). 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: 206
- External Identifiers:
- Metadata URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:aarl_afpc_williamscoffeyandrea20071119
- Digital Object URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:aarl_afpc_williamscoffeyandrea20071119
- Language:
- eng
- Extent:
- 2 pages
- Holding Institution:
- Auburn Avenue Research Library on African-American Culture and History
- Rights:
-
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OBITUARY
Andrea Williams-Coffey was born on March 30, 1961 to Ms. Alma J. Williams and Mr. Louis Johnson of East St. Louis, Illinois. She confessed Christ at an early age and was baptized at St. Paul Baptist Church. She later united with Mt. Zion Baptist Church under the pastoral leadership of Rev. John H. Rouse.
Affectionately known as Jeannie, Andrea was educated in the East St. Louis School System. She graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with a bachelors and a masters' degree in Speech Language. She also earned a specialist degree in administration from Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee.
To the union of her matrimony to Mr. Robert Coffey, one son was born, Brennan James Williams Coffey.
Andrea Coffey departed this life on Wednesday, November 14, 2007. She leaves to cherish her memory, a loving and devoted husband, Robert (Bob); a son, Brennan; her mother, Ms. Alma J. Williams; her father, Mr. Louis Johnson; a twin sister, Ms. Angela Williams; a brother, Mr. Nigel Simpson; a grandmother, Ms. Alma L. Williams and a host of family and many friends.
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Order of Service
ssional ........................... ............ ......... ......The Family election ................................................................. Choir cripture
Old Testament. ..................................Rev. Diane Willis New Testament. .. ...................... Rev.. Ruffin Washington ...............................................Deacon Michael Smith lo .... ............................................... ...... Melva Robertson ections .................................................Ernestine Hyche
Luvenia Jackson Trinas Neely
ary......................................................Read Silently
logy.......................................Pastor Michael W. Baldwin lo ..........................................................Pastor Baldwin "'"'"'"''"""".._anal. .......................................... ... .....I'll Fly Away
Sunrise March 30, 1961
Sunset November 14,2007
SISTER!
We know the road was not always easy for you, but you persevered and the Lord brought you through.
The Lord had a purpose for your life to minister to us during our times of strife. He gave you a sweet and humble spirit through life's difficulties. You kept the faith and
continued your witness of God's great love for us. We will miss you and your encouragement and unwavering confidence and trust. Sometimes we forgot to tell you how we appreciated and loved you sooooo much. Sadly, we took you for granted and
we thought that you would always be here at our touch.
However, we are consoled now and rejoice in knowing that you have found peace and rest with our Lord and Savior, Christ the Lord! Your sister,
Angela
.:i._
When Tomorrow Starts Without Me (Author: David Romano)
When tomorrow starts without me and I'm not here to see ... If the sun should rise and find your eyes filled with tears for me,
I wish so much you wouldn't cry the way you did today ... While thinking of the many things you didn't get to say.
I know how much you love me, as much as I love you ... And each time you think of me, I know you'll miss me, too.
But when tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand... That Jesus came and called my name and took me by the hand,
And said my place was ready in heaven far above ... And that I'd have to leave behind all those I dearly love.
So when tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart ... For every time you think of me, I'm right here in your heart.
Honorary Pallbearers Sammie Roberts Nigel Simpson
Pallbearers Deacons and Trustees
Honorary Flower Bearers Jamila Brawley
Tanevia Carpenter Trinas Neely
Flower Bearers CFC Sunday School and Singles' Ministry
Interment Sherwood Memorial Park
Special Thanks To:
The Faculty and Staff of Clayton County Public Schools Christian For Change Baptist Church Family Renita Simmons and Sharry! Smith Clayton County Police Department Fayette Sheriff's Department H. Griner Funeral, Inc.
Family Acknowledgement
Though our hearts are filled with sorrow, we find comfort from our grief as we kneel to God in prayer. We are truly grateful for your presence in our darkest hour. The warmth of love that you shared, your thoughtful concern, and your kind generosity has helped to soothe the pain we feel. You extended to us your hearts and we extend to you our sincere thanks. God bless!
The Family