Homegoing Celebration for Mr. lofin Illy Doe January 1,1941-July 22, 2005 Friday, July 29, 2005 1:00 P.M. Hagan Temple Grace Deliverance Church Hagan, Georgia Pastor Frederick Denson, Officiating Interment: Eureka Cemetery Obituary On Januaiy 1, 1941 in Evans County, Georgia, God bestowed upon Mr. Uly Doe and Mrs. Eleasor Young Richard a loving son, Mr. John Uly Doe, Jr. John attended Evans County High School in Claxton, Georgia. Upon reaching adulthood, he Joined the United States Army, and he served his country for two years before being Honorably Discharged on Au- gust 31, 1967. He resided for many years in Brooklyn, New York, working for the New York City Transit Au- thority. Upon retirement, John returned to live in Claxton, Georgia. He was a member of The Church of God in Claxton, where he served as a Deacon and Brother in the church. He leaves the following loved ones behind to cherish many special memories; his wife, Mrs. Helen Doe of Claxton, Georgia; nine children: Mrs. C5mthia B5rrant (Harold), Mr. Leavon, Ms. Margaret, Mr. Kevin Alfred, Mr. Lenny, Mr. Jonathan Orrie, Mr. Uly Lee, Ms. Dominique, and Ms. Patricia Doe; six sisters and three brothers: Mrs. Geneva Townsend of Philadelphia, Penn- sylvania, Mr. Eugene Doe and Ms. Gail Doe, both of Augusta, Georgia, Ms. Janet Best of Glennville, Geor- gia, Ms. Faye Doe of Atlanta, Georgia, Mrs. Beatrice Samuel and Mr. Daryl Richard, both of Brooklyn, New York, Mrs. Gloria Wilkerson of Wynn Dance, New York, and Mr. Glenn Doe of Augusta, Georgia; two aunts; Mrs. Thelma Johnson of Glennville, Georgia and Mrs. Evelyn Lanier of Sylvania, Georgia: fifteen grandchil- dren, one great-grandchild, and a host of loving and caring nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Psalm 27: 1-3 The Lord is my light and my salvation: whom shall 1 fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall 1 be afraid? When the wicked, even mine enemies amd my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell. Though a host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident Order of Service Processional Selection.....................Athens Senior Choir Solo.............................Bro. Daryl Futch Scripture: Old Testament - Pastor Frederick Denson New Testament - Pastor Freddie Hodge Prayer Solo..............................Sis. Carol Doe Obituary (Read Silently To Soft Music) Acknowledgments................Sis. Errika Smalls Reflections: (Two Minute Time Limit, Please) As A Member..............Pastor T. Denson As A Co-Worker........Bro. Leroy Matthews As A Brother................Sis. Faye Doe As A Friend...........Sis. Carol5ni Denson Tribute.............Golden Girls and Guys Solo.....................Bro. Leamon Byrd Selection.................The Addison Brothers Eulogy.................Pastor Frederick Denson Viewing (Musical Selection by The Church of God) Recessional Interment: Eureka Cemetery Claxton, Georgia The family will receive friends and share repast at the home of Mrs. Helen Doe, 2081 Level Road, Claxton, Georgia. To My Family While Im gone, release me and let me go. I have so many things to see and do. You must not tie yourself to me with your tears; but be happy that we had together so many beautiful years. I gave to you my love, so you can only guess, how much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for all the love you each have shown. But now its my time to travel alone. So grieve for me a while, if grieve you must. Then let your grief be comforted by your trust in me and trust in the Lord. Its only for a while that we must de- part, so bless the memories within your heart. I will not be far away, for life goes on. So if you need me, call and I will come. Though you wont see me or touch me. Ill be near. If you listen with your heart, youll hear all my love around you, soft and clear. And then when you must come this way alone. Ill greet you all with a smile and say, Welcome Home! Theres A Reason For Everything Our Father knows whats best for us, so why should we complain? We always want the sunshine, but he knows there must be rain. We love the sound of laughter and the merriment of cheer. But our hearts would lose their tenderness if we never shed a tear. Our Father tests us often with suffering and sor- row. He tests us not to punish us but to help us meet tomorrow.' For growing trees are strengthened, when we withstand the storm. God never hurts us needlessly, and He never wastes our pain. For every loss He sends to us is followed by rich gain. And when we count the blessings that God has so freely sent, we will find no cause for murmuring and no time to lament. So whenever we are troubled, and when everything goes wrong, it is just God working in us to make our spirits strong! Love Ya Daddy, Peewee Tributes Oh I stand before you, ciylng my eyes out. Saying Oh what a terrible thing! Repeating Poor John, Poor John. But, poor me, because hes in a better place Im still here in this place. He has moved on where 1 need to get. Missing You Dearly, Your Lxjving Daughter, Margaret (Mag) and Grands P.S. You will forever be in our hearts. A Father is not an ordinary man, and one thing 1 could say about my Dad is that he was no ordinary man to any of his kids. He walked us through from kids to adults. So one thing 1 can truly say is Daddy taught us all to stand tall and be strong, to depend on ourselves so that life will take us through. The only thing all your kids need to do is walk in your footsteps and we will all be just fine, the way 1 know you wanted us to be. Love, Your Son, Lenny 1 cried for five days, 1 shall weep no longer. Because what you instilled in me. Has made me stronger. When 1 look in the mirror All 1 see is you. Love You Always Daddy, Jonathan II Timothy 4:6-7 For 1 am now ready to be offered, and the time of departure is at hand. 1 have fought a good fight, 1 have finished my course, 1 have kept the faith. HONORARY PALLBEARERS Mr. Roger Lovett Mr. Marvin Lovett Mr. Gene Nash Mr. L.B. Futch Mr. Jim Brown Club Members of the Golden Girls and Guys ACTIVE PALLBEARERS Mr. Jonas Williams, Jr. Mr. Tony Furman Mr. Joe Holliday Mr. Lamb Ellebee Friends of the Family FLORAL ATTENDANTS Club Members of the Golden Girls and Guys ACKNOWLEDGMENT The family would like to express their gratitude and deep appreciation for the many kind and gracious acts of love that have been shown to them during this most difficult time. They pray that God will continue to watch over and bless each of you. Professional Services Entrusted To: Harpers Funeral Home Claxton, Georgia 912-739-2658 Juanita B. 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