Celebrating the life of Adeline Johnson Jones, Monday, November 9, 2009, Tabernacle Baptist Church, 1223 Laney-Walker Boulevard, Augusta, Georgia, Dr. Charles E. Goodman, Jr., pastor, eulogist, Dr. Johnny R. Hatney, presiding

Celebrating theCife Of
Adeline Johnson Jones
Monday, November 9, 2009 3:00 P.M.
Tabernacle Baptist Church 1223 Laney-Walker Boulevard
Augusta, Georgia Dr. Charles E. Goodman, Jr. - Pastor - Eulogist
Dr. Johnny R. Hatney - Presiding

Zhe Obituary
Adeline Johnson Jones, affectionately called "Little Sister" by her siblings and "Mema" by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, was a kind, calmspirited person. She was the oldest surviving child of Clara and Ervin Johnson, Sr. After the loss of her mother at an early age, she accepted the responsibility of helping her father to care for her five younger siblings with courage, grace, and love. Through the years her home was the center of family activities. She had a great love for God and for her family. Often, she could be heard singing in that beautiful soprano voice or humming her favorite hymns as she went about her day. She had a personal relationship with God, and she made sure that her children and her grandchildren knew the way to salvation.
Adeline was a life-long member of Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church where in her early years she sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, and participated in the Heaven-Bound Plays. In her later years, she enjoyed participating in the Senior Citizens' Ministry. She attended Bible Study Fellowship International for two years.
She was a 1945 graduate of Haines Normal and Industrial Institute. She also attended Paine College. She was employed by Eugene Talmadge Memorial Hospital (MCG) for several years on Five West, and she retired in 1990 from Dwight D. Eisenhower Medical Center where she worked on Sixth West Post Partum. She received several commendations for her professionalism and her dedication to her job.
She was an excellent cook, an avid gardener, and she delighted those around her with her wonderful sense of humor.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Obie Clayton Johnson, a sister, Clara Alma Johnson, and her husband Sergeant 1st Class Willie Boyd Jones, Retired.
She leaves to cherish fond memories, her sons: Randolph A. (Cynthia) Tutt, Sr. of Conyers, Georgia, William H. Tutt, Jr. of Augusta, Georgia, her daughters: Cheryl Tutt (Lawrence) Bennett of Augusta, Georgia, and Felicia Reynolds (Tyrone) Hacker of Marietta, Georgia. Four sisters: Katherine Johnson Lane, Dorothy A. Johnson, Betty Johnson (William) Bryant, Brenda V. Johnson, all of Augusta, Georgia, One brother: Ervin C. (Betty) Johnson, Jr. of Augusta, Georgia.
Seven grandchildren: Randolph Anthony (Stephanie) Tutt, Jr., Jeffrey Merrell Tutt, Stephanie Lauren Bennett, Kristen Cheryl Bennett, Lawrence Nicholas Bennett, Tyler Zachary Hacker, and Amari Xavier Hacker.
Four great-grandchildren: Anthony Randolph Tutt, Tiffany Elizabeth Tutt, Makylah Jackson, and Brandon Garrett Tutt.
Five nieces: Deborah Lane (Jeff) Stevenson, Michelle Lawson Mabina, Angela Lane (David) Scott, Carlene Lane (Julian) Bell, and Patrece Bryant (Samuel) Grant, two nephews: Ervin C. (Carolyn) Johnson, III and William B. (Nancy) Bryant, Jr.
Several great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and friends.

Zhe Order of Service
Dr. Johnny R. Hatney, Presiding Pastor o f Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church Processional
S o lo ............................................................................Dr. Johnny R. Hatney "I Must Tell Jesus"
Invocation................................................................Dr. J. Andrew Menger Saint Mary's Episcopal Church
Scriptures The Old Testament...................................... Reverend James Lawton Ward Chapel AME Church The New Testament...................... Reverend Nathaniel Irvin Old Storm Branch Baptist Church
Selection ...................................................................................................Choir
Poem ........................................................Ms. Dorothy A. Johnson, Sister
R eflections......................................... Mrs. Betty Johnson Bryant, Sister Mr. Ervin Johnson, Sr., Brother
S o lo ........................................................................ Dr. Hawthorne Welcher "Because He Lives"
Acknowledgements.......................................................... Ms. Doris Casey
Selection ...................................................................................................Choir
Words o f C om fort..................................... Dr. Charles E. Goodman, Jr.
Recessional.............................................................................. "I 'll Fly Away"
Interm ent.............................................. Mount Olive Memorial Gardens Repast
Tabernacle Family Life Center

When Tomorrow Starts W ithout Me
When tomorrow starts without me, and I'm not there to see. I f the sun should rise and fin d your eyes, all filled with tearsfo r me.
I wish so much you w ouldn't cry, the way you did today, While thinking o f the many things we neverg o t to say.
I know how much you love me, as much as I love you. A n d each time that you think o f me, I know you'll miss me too. B ut when tomorrow starts without me, Please try to understand. A n angel came and called my name and took me by the hand,
I t seemed my place was ready - In Heaven fa r above, and that I'd have to leave behind, those things I dearly love.
B u t as I turned to walk away, a tear fell from my eye. For all o f life, I'd always thought, I d id n 't w ant to die.
I had so much to live for, so much yet to do, I t seemed almost impossible, that I was leaving you. I thought o f all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad. I thought o f all the love we shared, and how much fu n we had.
I f I could relive yesterday, just even fo r a while, I'd saygoodbye, then kiss you ctil I saw that special smile.
B ut then I fu lly realized, that it could never be, 'Cause emptiness and memories, would take the place o f me. A n d when I thought o f all those things, I might miss come tomorrow, I thought o fyou, and when I did, my heart was filled with sorrow. B ut when I walked through Heaven'sgates, I fe lt so much a t home. When God looked down and smiled a t me, From hisgreat & golden throne,
He said, "Tins is eternity, and all I've promised you. Today your life on Earth is past, but here it starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last, and since each day is the same day, there's no longing fo r the past.
B ut you have been sofaithfid, so trusting and so true, Though there were some tunes you did some things you shouldn't do.
B u t you have been forgiven, and now a t last you're free, So come and take me by the hand, and share my life with m e." So when tomorrow starts without me, don't think we'ref a r apart, fo r every time you think o f me, I'll be right there - in your Heart.
--D a v id M. R om ano

Reflections
M issin g Ton
Each day we watched our flower as you slowly slipped away. We wanted to keep you always, but we knew you could not stay.
Each day we saw your petals, as they left your tender stem. U ntil they were allgone, now you're safely there with H im .
We wanted togive you water and to cultivate your soil, B u t God saw you were hurting, so H e saved you from your toil. Now, you're thriving in His garden, and you're dancing in H is wind.
A n d because o f God's salvation, we will see you once again. We miss your gentle touches and your soft and calming smile. We miss your sweet, sweet voice saying aYou know I love you, child". B ut we know that you are pain-free; on this we can depend.
So rest our lovely mother un til we meet again.
- Cheri
When I think about my, Mama, I think about all the mischievous things I did as a child and how she reacted to them. I really kept her busy. I remember the time when I was five, and daddy gave me a barber chair with a haircut doll (yes, a doll) with plastic scissors, clippers, and all the tools that I needed to cut the hair off the doll's head. But, while she was asleep, I thought she wouldnjt mind if I trimmed her hair a little. Boy, she was surprised when she looked in the mirror, and so was I! When I was six, a half-dozen black wasps got into my pants while I was playing in the back yard. She put alcohol on the stings and sang to me. I remember the time when I was twelve, and she asked me to babysit my siblings and my cousins. They wouldn't do what I told them to do; so, I spanked them all and went to the Lenox Theater just before she came home from work. I can remember as if it were yesterday seeing the usher walking up to me and asking me my name. He said "Your mother is outside and wants to see you." I 'll never forget the look on your face as you beckoned me and said "Get into the car!"
She made sure I went to Good Hope almost every Sunday, and she encouraged me to be an usher and to sing in the choir (although I could not sing). There were many things that I did, but I always knew that my Mama loved me, and I loved my Mama! I will miss my Mama!
Randy

Mama, twenty-eight years ago you stood by my side as I gave birth to my first child. I remember how excited you were when you said, "Oh look Cheri! You have a little girl!" You were right there during the birth of all three o f my children. You took us home with you and cared for us until you knew that I was strong enough to manage on my own. No one could have had a greater mother or a closer earthly friend. I could always count on you for love and advice. Even when it wasn't what I wanted to hear, you never steered me wrong. In everything that I do, I think of you, and I ponder what you would have done in each situation.
Cheri
Mama, I miss making your breakfast every morning and hearing you say, "Only one piece of bacon?" when I handed you your plate. I miss seeing your face early every morning and hearing you call "Billy!" every time I left the room. I miss sitting with you every evening and laughing as we watched "Three and a Half Men." But, I know that you are safe with God, and I know you are out of pain.
I love you. Billy
I thought of you with love today but that is nothing new I thought about you yesterday and days before that too,
I think of you in silence and I often speak your name All I have are memories and your picture in a frame Your memory is my keepsake with which I'll never part God has you in His keeping; I have you in my heart.
Lisa
Mema, our hearts are hurting now that you are gone. But in our pain we can lift up the name of Jesus because He truly smiled on us when he assigned you as our grandmother. We are so grateful for the time that we had with you. We can't say much more except, we love you, and we will miss you forever.
Your grandchildren and great-grandchildren
Little Sister, I am at a loss for words. Our hearts ache because you are not here any longer. We will always have beautiful memories of you. We watched you softly slip away as God called you, and His angels ushered you into your Heavenly home. We will cherish the memories of your beautiful smile and your soft-spoken voice. One particular day that I helped Cheri take care of you, you looked at me and said, "I love you Debro." That memory will forever be in my heart. It meant so much to me. We love you, but our Heavenly Father loves you more. You are at peace now. Good night until we meet again.
Deborah
Little Sister, I miss you so much. You were the only one who called me by my middle name, "Victoria".
I love you. Brenda

Active Pallbearers

Great-Nephews

Dam eon Key

Michael Stevenson

Jeff Stevenson, III

Eric Johnson

Mario Stevenson

Brandon Johnson, Sr.

Manorary Pallbearers

Nephews

William Bryant, Jr.

Ervin C. Johnson, III

Jeff Stevenson, Jr.

Julian Bell

Samuel Grant

David Scott

Haines Alumni Association

Mower Bearers

Nieces

Deborah Stevenson Angela Scott

Carlene Bell Patrece Grant

Michelle Mabina

Acknowledgments
The family wishes to express sincere appreciation for the many prayers and acts o f kindness shown during the illness o f their loved one. Special thanks to the caregivers, the Odyssey Health Care Hospice Team, the program participants, and the Tabernacle family. May God richly bless you.

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