funeral 
for 
DEACON JAMES PAUL WYSE 
1933 - 1988 
Thursday, October 6, 1988 - 4:00 P.M. 
ELIM BAPTIST CHURCH 
2357 Mt. Auburn Avenue 
Augusta, Georgia 
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Reverend Charles E. Smith, Pastor 
** OBITUARY ** 
JAMES PAUL WYSE departed this life Sunday, October 2,1988. 
He was born July 31, 1933 to the parents of the late Luther and Ruth 
Wyse. He was reared and educated in Augusta, Georgia. 
At a very early age, James committed and dedicated his life to 
Christ, and was baptized at Elim Baptist Church where he served 
faithfully until his homegoing. 
Deacon Wyse loved Elim, and utilized every effort to share in the 
churchs programs. He served as a Deacon, having been ordained on 
October 31, 1976. Also, he served as President of the Sanctuary Choir, 
an office held at the time of his passing. Further, he was a member of the 
Board of Trustees of Elim Baptist Church, attended Sunday School on a 
regular basis, and supported all auxiliaries and the total mission of the 
church. 
He was formerly employed by Augusta College in the Plant 
Operations Department. 
Deacon Wyse will be remembered for his cooperative spirit and 
willingness to serve in whatever capacity he could. His unique sense of 
humor and his cheerful manner always lifted the spirits of those around 
him. Also, his melodious voice will be missed as he sang praises to God. 
Deacon Wyse leaves to cherish his memory, a daughter, Shelby V. 
Wyse; one grandson, Darius Trammell, both of Dorchester, 
Massachusetts; two sisters, Ms. Ruth M. Wyse and Mrs. Charlotte E. 
Crawford, Augusta, Georgia; one brother, William M. Wyse; one 
niece, Ms. Doris E. Crawford; one nephew, Charles E. Crawford, 
Augusta, Georgia; cousins, other relatives and friends. 
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Grief will not last, joy will return, 
For through the tears we clearly see 
That while we part hut for a time, 
With Christ well spend eternity. 
D.J.D. 
** PROGRAM ** 
Reverend Charles E. Smith, Officiating 
PROCESSIONAL.................................... Organist 
"Eternal Life" 
HYMN ........................................... Choir 
"Rock Of Ages 
SCRIPTURE 
Old Testament - Reverend Albert Horton 
New Testament - Reverend Nathaniel Irvin 
PRAYER ............................. Reverend Aldean Henley 
Pastor, Hallmark Mission 
Fountain Inn, S.C. 
HYMN ............................................ Choir 
"When Peace Like A River 
TRIBUTES 
Deacon Henry Boyette 
Deacon Melvin Thornton 
Dr. Audrey J. Wood 
EULOGY ......................... Reverend Charles E. Smith 
Pastor, Elim Baptist Church 
RECESSIONAL .................................... Organist 
"Going Home 
INTERMENT 
Cedar Grove Cemetery 
** HONORARY PALLBEARERS ** 
The Board of Deacons and The Sanctuary Choir 
Elim Baptist Church 
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** ACTIVE PALLBEARERS ** 
Mr. James Jennings 
Mr. Walter Bennett, Jr. 
Mr. Titus Smalley 
Mr. Walter Newton, Sr. 
Mr. Curtis McKie, Sr. 
Mr. Barry Robinson 
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Servant Of God, Well Done 
Servant of God, well done; Rest from thy loved employ; 
The battle fought, the victory won, Enter thy Masters joy. 
The voice at midnight came; He started up to hear; 
A mortal arrow pierced his frame; He fell, but felt no fear. 
The pains of death are past; Labor and sorrow cease; 
And life's long warfare closed at last, His soul is found in peace. 
Soldier of Christ, well done; Praise be thy new employ; 
And, while eternal ages run, Rest in thy Saviors joy. 
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** ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ** 
The family of the late Deacon James Paul Wyse wishes to express 
their heartfelt appreciation to friends and the membership of Elim for 
the very warm and kind expressions of sympathy shown during their 
hours of loss and bereavement. 
PEOPLES FUNERAL HOME 
In Charge Of Services