- Collection:
- Atlanta Funeral Programs Collection
- Title:
- Celebrating the Life of Roberta D. Williams, Sunrise, March 6, 1942, Sunset, June 16, 2009, Life Celebration, Saturday, June 20, 2009 - 10:00 A.M., Viewing: 9:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M., Little Rock Tabernacle Baptist Church, 5153 West Thompson Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Pastor Isaiah A. Martin, Sr., Officiating
- Contributor to Resource:
- African-American Historical and Genealogical Society (Washington, D.C.). Metro Atlanta Chapter
Wesley Chapel Genealogy Group - Date of Original:
- 2009-06-20
- Subject:
- African American women--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia--History--20th century
African Americans--Funeral customs and rites--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia--History--20th century
Funeral rites and ceremonies--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia---History--20th century
Funeral service--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia--History--20th century
Mourning customs--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia--History--20th century
African Americans--Pennsylvania--Philadelphia--Genealogy - Location:
- United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia County, Philadelphia, 39.95233, -75.16379
- Medium:
- church records
programs (documents)
records (documents) - Type:
- Text
- Format:
- application/pdf
- Description:
- Funeral program for Roberta Doris Williams. Birth date: March 6, 1942. Death date: June 16, 2009. Funeral date: June 20, 2009. Church: Little Rock Tabernacle Baptist Church (Philadelphia, Pa.). 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: 269
- External Identifiers:
- Metadata URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:aarl_afpc_williamsrobertadoris20090620
- Digital Object URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:aarl_afpc_williamsrobertadoris20090620
- Language:
- eng
- Extent:
- 1 page
- Holding Institution:
- Auburn Avenue Research Library on African-American Culture and History
- Rights:
-
Mommy,
The words, "I miss you, " pale in comparison to the void Ifeel from losing you. It has been you and me against the worldfor so long, that I feel as if my better half
is gone, and it is .... to a better place. I miss peeking in your room to see if you
needed anything from downstairs, or catching a quick joke during commercial breaks ofour respective television shows. I miss telling you about my day at work, then listening to your advice, even when it was hard to hear. I miss the smell of laundry hitting me before I put my key in the door. I miss the sound ofhearing pots and pans clanging as you prepare one ofyour simple, yet delicious meal. I miss hearing your loud laughter during y our numerous phone calls. I could go on and on about what I will miss about you.
What I will NOT miss though, is your pain and suffering. Seeing you struggle these past few months with "daily tasks, doctors ' appointments, as well as treatment, has broken my heart", we have ,discussed at length, I would have traded places with you to spare you even a moment ofthat incredible pain andfatigue.
We j okingly called y ou the "Comeback Kid, " because ofyour beautiful recovery fr om the heart transplant. I am so proud ofy ou, because I know firsthand how hard it was. It is because of that recovery that I was able to have you these past seven years, to create even more precious memories, which of course deepens the loss / fee l at this moment.
Do not worry, Mom. because you have left a wonderful legacy. While you spoiled me, you have also instilled a set of values and principles while rearing me that fives on, and will continue to guide me in your absence. I hope and pray that I will see you again, but in the meantime, I know that you are laughing up a storm.
"Love Always, Pet"
Pall Bearers
Alonzo T. Brinson~ Alonzo Brinson, Jr. ~Fabian Brinson
Chris Reese~ Steve Thomas~ Morris Watford
... ,_~
- ' _!~:~;- . ' ........ Floral B earers Relatives & Friends
To Those I Loved & Th ose Wlw Loved Me You must not tie yourselfto me with tears, Be happy that we had so many beautiful years. I gave to you my love, you can only guess, how much you gave me in happiness. I thank you allfor the love you each have shown, But now it's time I traveled alone. So grieve awhile for me, ifgrieve you must, Bless the memories within your heart. And then when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and say ............ .
"Welcome Home"
A Note ofThanks & Appreciation
The family ofthe late Roberta D. Williams, extend their sincere appreciation to their manyfamily members, friends, neighbors and church brethren for their prayers, expressions ofsympathy, and love shown during this time of
bereavement. May God bless and keep you all in His loving care.
Service of Comfort Entrusted To: G. Choice Funeral Chapel, Inc.
Gloria Choice, Supervisor 2530 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19132 (215)-227-0100 Fax (215)-225-1256
Per:wna/ized Printing Elltrusted To:
~~ Tim's Printing, Inc. -Est. 2003
215-208-0699 Fax # 215-329-2026
~) Email: timsprinting@msn.com
Sunrise March 6, 1942
Sunset
June 16, 2009
Life Celebration
Saturday, June 20, 2009.-JO:OOA.M
Viewing: 9:00A.M~ 10:00 A.M
Little Rock Tabernacle Baptist Cllurch 5153 West Thompson Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Roberta Doris Williams was born on March 6, 1942 to the late Grady Oglesby and Ruth Oglesby-Williams. She went home to be with the Lord on June 16, 2009.
Roberta was an active member of Lane Grove Baptist Church in Millen, Georgia. She graduated in 1960 from Burgess Landrum High School, and moved to Philadelphia two years later. On March 25, 1972 she married James Wallace Williams, and of this union came one child, Jeriesha Lynn Williams. She was affectionately known to her family as "Snook."
Roberta worked in retail at KoKo Discount Store for over 25 years. Her wann personality, quick wit, patience, and love for people made her a natural salesperson.
She was a faithful member of Little Rock Tabernacle Baptist Church for over a decade, where she held several prestigious positions including Secretary and Treasurer of the Sunday School. She was also a faithful member of the Missionary Board until her health began to fail.
Roberta was especially close to her family. She enjoyed gardening and cooking, often sharing her labor of love with her family. She and her six sisters would get together at least annually to share in love and laughter of past and present.
Roberta shared precious memories with: her husband, James Williams; her daughter, Jeriesha Williams; her sister, Geraldine Brinson (Alonzo), all of Philadelphia, PA; Isaiah Oglesby(deceased) (Gloria-who still resides in Millen, GA); her sister, Naomi Thomas (the late Eric), of Savannah, GA; Mamie Jo Reese (Lenzie), Emma Turner (James) both of Millen, GA; Rev. Charlie Oglesby Sr. (Mary) of Nashville, TN; sister Msgt. Judy Vaughan (CMsgt. Willie) of Hampton, VA; and sister, Lotis Oglesby of Newport New~, VA. Roberta also leaves 2 god-children/nephews: Alonzo Brinson Jr. and Fabian Brinson, both of
Philadelphia, PA; a mother-in-law, four sisters-in-law, 6 brothers-in-law, a host
of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
Prayerfully & Lovingly Submitted~ The Family
Musical Prelude
Processional- Clergy & Family
Congregational Hymn - "Oh I Want To See Him "
Scripture Reading Old Testament - Ecclesiastes 3:1-12 New Testament-/Corinthians 15:51-57
Prayer ofComfort- Reverend Charlie Oglesby, Sr. Choir Selection -~ "F;urther Along"
Remprks (2 minutes)
Reverend Charles Johnson, neighbor Ms. Janea Drummond, family friend
Deacon Phtff;ip Austin; Sunday School Superintendent
Choir Selection- "!Get A Blessing Every Day"
Acknowledgment ofCards and Resolutions - Catherine Whitfield
Reading ofObituary - Catherine Whitfield
Choir Selection
Eulogy - Reverend Isaiah A. Martin, Sr. , Pastor
Final Viewing I Closing ofthe Bier, G. Choice F. C. Staff
Benediction /Recessional
INTERMENT Fernwood Cemetery 6501 Baltimore Avenue~ Landsdowne, PA 19050
REPAST Following the Interment, Family & Friends will be received in: The Little Rock Tabernacle Baptist Church. Social Hall for refreshments &fellowship.