Funeral program for Mrs. Zonia McClendon Garrison

Mrs. Zonia McClennon Garrison
Saturday, September 24, 2005
1:30 P.M.
Jerusalem Baptist Church
Groveland, Georgia
Dr. L. Perry McNeal
Pastor/Officiating

Obituary
I saw thee at a glance when the day had just begun; I heard an
Angel call me, Servant of God, well done
A Time to be Born...Zonia McClennon Garrison was born March
31, 1920 in Daisy, GA to the late John McClennon and Amanda
Wilkerson McClennon.
A Time to Worship... She joined the Historic Mt. Pleasant
Missionary Baptist Church at an early age and also bonded with
the Jerusalem Baptist Church. She served as a faithful member and
a Nurse Aide for both until her health failed.
A Time To Love...She married the late Chester Garrison in 1946,
an earthly union of forty-eight years. To this union, two children
were born, Monica and Larry.
A Time to Embrace...Zonia was an extraordinary woman that
won the hearts of many by her radiant smile and sensational style.
She was Gods jewel that cared for life and people in a manner that
only an extraordinary person can. Her loving, giving, and caring
attitude always made her house a home to all who came.
A Time to Weep...She was preceded in death by her husband,
Chester; a twin sister, Zola; five other sisters. Oriole, Willie Mae,
Mamie V., Ada, and Edna Mae; three brothers, Beacher, Chester,
and Dollar Bill; and other relatives and friends.
A Time to Give Thanks... During her illness, Zonias normal
words were Everybody is just so nice and helpful, when referring
to her neighbors, the hospital staff, church members. Concerted
Services, Home Health Care Personnel, Rhonda Williamson, and
all others who took the time to call, visit, deliver a meal, medicine,
or a tidbit of gossip. All who knew her will remember that anytime
she was asked how she was doing, she would always reply, Im
still kicking.
A Time To Mourn...Zonia gave up her earthly Kicking with a
smile at 2:20 A.M. on September 18, 2005 at St. Joseph Hospital in
Savannah, GA. The memories of her life will always be celebrated
and cherished by her devoted son, Larry Garrison (Rosalyn) of
Claxton, GA; a loving daughter, Monica Garrison Radney (John)
of Columbus, GA; a brother, Clyde McClennon of Plainfield, NJ;
a brother-in-law, Richard Benjamin of Savannah, GA; three
grandsons, Cornelius Garrison of Claxton, GA and Marcus and
Jeffery Radney of Columbus, GA ; a devoted caretaker, Dora
Roundtree of Claxton, GA ; and a host of caring nieces, nephews,
cousins, neighbors, friends, and the Historic Mt. Pleasant and
Jerusalem Baptist Church families.
Together Again
The Broken Chain
We little knew that morning that God
Was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we do the same.
It broke our heart to lose you,
You did not go alone;
For part of us went with you.
The day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories.
Your love is still our guide;
And though we can not see you.
You are always at our side.
Ourfamily chain is broken.
And nothing seems the same;
But as God calls us one by one,
THE CHAIN will link again.
Order of Service
Processional and Farewell Glance
Opening Selection............................ Choir
Scripture
Invocation
Musical Selection............................ Choir
Moments of Reflection (Two Minutes, Please)
As a Church Member........Dea. Booker T Hagan
As I Knew Her................Sis. Nita Bell Baker
As I Reflect Upon Her........Sis. Mary E. Taylor
Dea. Israel Taylor
As a Neighbor................Dea. Ezekel Baker
Solo.................................Sis. Erma Cone
Obituary.................(Read Silently To Soft Music)
Resolution and Acknowledgments.......Sis. Doris Boggs
Solo............................Sis. Clara V. Brewton
Eulogy.......................Pastor L. Perry McNeal
Recessional
Interment:
Jerusalem Baptist Church Cemetery
Groveland, Georgia
The family will receive friends and share the repast in the
Fellowship Hall of Jerusalem Baptist Church immediately
following the Committal Service.
My Last Party
When you come to my last party
Dont come with faces long.
But come with memories that are pleasant,
In your heart let there be a song.
The places will be full of flowers
And I will be dressed grand.
The only thing I shall be sorry for
I will not be able to shake your hand.
When you come to my last party
My Lord will be your host
Because tis He mongst all my friends
Who really loves me most.
He bore my Cross at Calvary
He bears my cross today.
When you leave. He will still be with me
To comfort me on my way.
When you come to my last party
In spirit Ill be there,
And as you stare back at me through closed eyelids.
At you Ill stare.
And when you say that I look natural
That is as it should be
Because at my last party
Who should look more natural than me?
I did the best that I knew how;
Its up to God to take care of me now.
Honorary Pallbearers
Deacons of Historic Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church
and Jerusalem Baptist Church
Active Pallbearers
Mr. Keith Clark Mr. Kevin Clark
Mr. Wrence Beasley Mr. Alvin Lewis
Mr. Soloman Mainer Mr. Arnold McCall
Floral Attendants
Nurse Aides of Historic Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church
And Jerusalem Baptist Church
Acknowledsment
The possession of family and friends is a priceless gift
from God for which we are grateful. Therefore, with
grateful hearts, the family of Mrs. Zonia McClennon
Garrison would like to express our sincere gratitude
for all of your kindness shown to us during the hours
of our bereavement. Whether it was a prayer, phone
call, card, visit, food, flowers, or just a passing thought,
we thank you sincerely. May God in his infinite wisdom
continue to bless you today and always.
Professional Services Entrusted To
HARPER FUNERAL HOME
125 North Broad Street
Claxton, Georgia 30417
912-739-2658