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Tuesday, September 21, 2010 1:00 P.M.

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Reverend Dr. Sam Davis - Pastor Reverend Dr. Kenneth W. Cummings, Sr. - Eulogist
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ROSE ELLA PARKER CUMMINGS was born on June 12, 1925 to the union of Howard and Mary Parker in Seneca, South Carolina. She was the youngest of twelve children, nine sisters and two brothers, all of whom preceded her in death. As a child her family relocated to Augusta, Georgia, where she united with Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She later became a member of Beulah Grove Baptist Church. She remained an active member of this church until her death. Mrs. Cummings was active in the Beulah Grove Senior Choir, the Matron Circle, her Sunday School Class and a group of close friends who spent time visiting the sick and shut-in. She loved bowling, working crossword puzzles, walking, playing scrabble and pokeno with her family. She loved poetry and authored a book of poems entitled Poems From the Heart o fa Rose. She retired from the Medical College of Georgia, where she worked many years as a Receptionist/Clerk in the Radiology Department. She had a particular love for gardening and growing vegetables. Her name speaks volumes to her love of growing roses.
Mrs. Cummings was married to Mr. Calvin F. Cummings, Sr., who preceded her in death. To this union six children were born: three daughters, Mrs. Sandra Cummings (Carroll) Harley, III, Ms. Janice LaVerne Cummings and Ms. Sharon C. Scott, all of Augusta, Georgia; and three sons, Calvin Frank (who preceded her in death) (Sheridan) Cummings, Jr. of Augusta, Georgia, Reverend Dr. Kenneth W. (Anita) Cummings, Sr. of Frankfort, Kentucky and Victor (Cheryl) Cummings of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She also leaves to cherish her memory: twelve grandchildren, Angela Dallas, Diallo Cummings, Celeste Cummings, Dexter Cummings, Michael Cummings, Sr., Kenneth W. Cummings, Jr., Kenya Cummings, Kendra Cummings, Rashad Cummings, Rashanda Cummings, Bryan K. Scott and Brandon K. Scott; twelve great grandchildren, Tyson, Justin, Parker, Diata, Dahry, D'mya, Jazzmine, Michael, Jr. and Shaiilainn; one great grandchild, Shonte Nicole Cummings, who preceded her in death. She was also a great grandmother to Christiana, who we called Cece and Alexandria, who we call Ally. Mrs. Cummings was also a surrogate mother to Dwala Walker and Glenn Gaines, her niece and nephew.
She also leaves to cherish her memory: one brother-in-law, James (Madine) Cummings; sister-in-law, Debra Cummings of Augusta, Georgia; and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, loving friends and church family.
Mrs. Cummings was a part of a circle of close visiting friends: Mrs. Florence Maris, Mrs. Mary Beard, Mrs. Bessie Walker and Olivia King, who preceded her in death.
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THE CHILDREN: I am blessed that God saw fit to make you my mother. I am thankful for your love, guidance and the values you taught me as a child, to always do what is right. My love you will always remain in my heart. I will forever hold cherished memories of our time together. I loved you, but God loved you best. Take your rest mama. Your work here on earth is done. - Love, Sandra
Mama you are best. You used to tell me didn't know why you were still living. I would tell you to help me your Janice; and you would laugh and say, Janice, I don't know what I am going to do without you. I will always keep your memory in my heart. And mama, you are Rose for a rose. - Love You Always, Janice
Thank you mama for your love, devotion and support. I am the richer because of your prayers, encouragement and wisdom. Though you may be separated from us in the flesh, you will always be present in our spirit. - Love, Kenneth
Mama, thanks for the memories and your love. You are special to me, and I will forever hold you close to my heart. Love, Victor
Mama, you have always raised us in the admonition of the Lord on a solid foundation built on love, faith and always doing the right thing. For this I am always truly thankful. This legacy that you have instilled in me is being taught to my children, and I am instilling in them the same values that they may instill in their children to keep your legacy alive. Love Always, Sharon (Shay)
THE GRANDCHILDREN: We all have our special memories of a lovely Rose. From your cooking, your kisses, your giving of gifts, to the way you wore your clothes. We will never forget all you have given us, and the times we have shared with you. Now every time we think of a Rose, we will always think of you.
Angela, Diallo, Michael Sr., Celeste, Rashad, Rashanda, Kenneth Jr., Bryan, Kenya, Brandon, Kendra and Dexter
THE GREAT GRANDCHILDREN: Granny was the best. She was veiy dear to our hearts, and still will be. She was always a warm spirit and was happy to see everybody. We believe God called her back home, because she finished doing what she had to do here on earth. We will miss her very much, but we know we will see her again one day. Reliable Open - spirit Special Everything We Love You Granny.
Tyson, Justin, Parker, Diata, Dahry, D'mya, Jazzmine, Michael Jr., Shaiilainn, Shonte, Christiana and Alexandria

Presiding - M inister Beulah Grove Baptist Church
Processional....................................................Clergy and Family
Selection....... ............................ Beulah Grove Combined Choir
Scriptures Old Testament.........................................................Minister Restoration Ministries International New Testament........................................................Minister Beulah Grove Baptist Church
Prayer ........... .............................................Dr. Victor R. Thomas Greater Mt. Canaan Missionary Baptist Church
Selection....... ............................ Beulah Grove Combined Choir
Remarks (Two Minutes Please) Friend................................................... Mrs. Florence Maris Church Member............................Deacon William Howard
Solo............... .........................................Brother Charlie Barron Restoration Ministries International
Obituary........ ......................................................... Read Silently
Resolution and Acknowledgements....................................Ms. JoAnn Cook
Selection.....................................Beulah Grove Combined Choir
Eulogy............ .......... Reverend Dr. Kenneth W. Cummings, Sr.
Recessional.... ................................................. Clergy and Family
Interment..... ................................Mt. Olive Memorial Gardens
Repast Beulah Grove Baptist Church
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Diallo Cummings Michael Cummings, Sr. Kenneth W. Cummings, Jr.

Bryan K. Scott, Jr. Brandon K. Scott Robert McDaniel, Jr.

^' Beulah Grcove Missionary 10th District LPN Association

Poetry by Mrs. Rose E. Cummings
Look at God% greatness, The air we breathe, thefood we eat.
From His garden o f all things. This is the bounty o f His lovefor us.
There is not one reason To make usfuss.
It is the timing of his season. He has a really great reason.
It's not any our doing; It's always His blessing and sharing.

The family would like to express sincere gratitude and appreciation for all acts of kindness and love shown to us during this time of bereavement. We especially want to express our appreciation to the 4 MICU, 5 West nursing unit, and all of the staff and doctors of the Medical College of Georgia Hospital, who served her with great care and compassion. May God richly bless each of you.
- The Family
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