Thursday, September 25, 2003 1:00P.M. First African Missionaiy Baptist Church Claxton, Georgia Rev. Adrian T. Frazier, Eulogist Interment: Hagan Cemeteiy Hagan Georgia ---------------------------- Professional Services Entrusted To: Harpers Funeral Home Claxton. Georgia 912-739-2658 Mrs Deborah E. Toomer (Allen) was born on March 24,1950 in Claxton, Georgia to Mrs. Alma Hayes Toomer and the late Mr. Samuel Toomer, Sr. She entered into eternal rest on September 17, 2003 from Ev- ans Memorial Hospital in Claxton, Georgia. She attended the public schools of Evans County and graduated from Evans County High School in 1968. She worked at Claxton Manufac- turing for many years, and she was also employed for several years at Claxton Poultry. She enjoyed sewing, reading, watching movies, and spend- ing time with her grandchildren. She had a special relationship with those around her, and people often came to her for advice. She was a member of New Bethel in Tar City, Tattnall County, where she was baptized in her youth. She later attended Mt. Olive Mis- sionary Baptist Church for many years. On September 12,1972 she was united in Holy Matrimony to Horace Eugene Allen, who preceded her in death. One brother, James Toomer, also preceded her in death. Mrs. Deborah Toomer leaves the following loved ones behind to cherish many loving memories: four children: Mrs. Tracey Jermon, Mrs. Cindy Freeman, Mrs. Jennifer Allen, and Mr. Horace Allen, Jr., all of Claxton, Georgia; her loving mother, Mrs. Alma H. Toomer of Claxton, Georgia; two brothers: Mr. Samuel Toomer, Jr., of Claxton, Georgia and Mr. Gerald L. Toomer of Tallahassee, Florida; two sisters: Mrs. Georgia Johnson and Mrs. Taunya Toomer, both of Claxton, Georgia; two sons-in- law: Mr. James Jermon and Mr. Antoine Freeman, both of Claxton, Geor- gia; four grandchildren: Antoine, Jr. Kadeshia, Marcus, and Maya; two nieces: Shanikki and Shanika; four Goddaughters:Ms. Marie Tillman, Ms. JoAnn Tillman; Ms. Linda Tillman and Ms. Annette Tillman; and many loving cousins and close friends. 'emlee Processional Prayer Scripture: Old and New Testament Solo......................... Reflections: As A Friend............ As A Co-Worker......... Solo......................... Obituary & Acknowledgments. Eulogy....................... Parting Glance Recessional Evangelist Emma Lou Littles ..........Mrs. Nikki Tillman ....Mrs. Mary Alice Williams ....Mrs. Rose Mary Perkins ......Mrs. Dianna Benjamin .........Mrs. Tracy Holland ......Rev. Adrian T. Frazier Interment: Hagan Cemetery The family will share repast and receive friends at the First African Missionary Baptist Church Annex. For 53 years, we, your children, have been blessed with your presence. Our nurturer, our provider, and most of all, our friend. Youve touched so many hearts as well. Momma, you will be trujy missed. Youll always have a special place in our hearts. Momma Rest. Youre in a better place. You dont have to cry anymore Momma, no more suffering. And most of all, you can rest knowing that we, as a whole, always loved you, and will always love you. Rest Momma. Your Daughter, jennifer Mr. Lloyd Henry Brown Mr. Virgil Stafford Mr. Freddie Geiger Mr. Wayne Freeman Mr. Willie )ames Cooper Mr. W.C. Cooper Mr. Calvin Cowboy Murphy Mr. William Valentine Mr. Byron Tillman Mr. Carlos Allen Rev. Tyree Weaver Mr. Kenneth Humphries Ushers and Friends We shall be eternaljy grateful to our many friends who have been so kind and thoughtful during the hours of grief and sorrow. Your prayers have lightened our burden. Your kindness has given us strength and inspiration. May the peace of God be with you always. The Family of Deborah Toomer