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Newspaper
Miami Times
Location
Miami, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1956
Page
6
The Randolph family expresses deep gratitude to relatives friends and neighbors for their kindness during bereavement. Appreciation extends to Rev E T Graham Mt Zion Baptist and Francis Funeral Home for comforting support and enduring remembrance.
The family of the late Mrs. Cora Akins Brown expresses gratitude to friends for cards telegrams flowers and car rides. Appreciation extends to Jackson Memorial Hospital staff Rev Thedford Johnson of St John Baptist Church Phyllis Wheatley PTA and Richardson Mortuary for services rendered.
Melinda Jane Anderson expresses gratitude to friends for cards telegrams flowers and tokens of sympathy after a bereavement Special thanks go to Rev Howard Demeritte Mrs F Bethel for music and Bain Funeral Home for services rendered
Mrs Irene Hepburn Harrison expresses gratitude for prayers flowers cards and donations received during her illness. She cites Mt Sinai Baptist Church Dunbar Elementary School OES groups Pride of Miami Chapter OES and Sister Virginia Fawkes among those who offered support. Her son Lloyd George Hepburn joins in the thanks and God bless you all.
Mrs Arudbell Roker thanks neighbors who donated toward flowers for James Porter. The note expresses gratitude and appreciation for the community support.
In memory of our dear wife and mother, whose loss leaves a quiet ache in our hearts. Though gone, her kindness and grace remain with us, guiding family through sorrow and everyday life.
The late Thomas H. Wilbur Mingo died June 21 1955 in Key West Florida. Beloved husband father grandfather he rests at peace in gods arms. Survived by wife Julia Mingo son Gerald Mingo daughter in law Anthony Welters daughter in law Fred Edwards Geraldine Lastres granddaughter Rosebud Hall and sister.
In memory of a beloved daughter and mother, a sister cherished by family. Though she is gone, love endures in every shared memory and quiet moment, with family honoring her life and legacy.
In memory of our dear mother and sister Lillian McKenzie who departed this life June 25 1941. God special angels came one day because you needed rest. They closed your eyes whisked you away to dwell among the blest. Now you are resting in an arm of Him who loves you most. Secured from pestilence from harm Amid the honored host.
Obituary notice for Mrs Mathilda Saku who died June 8 1952. Mentioned are her children Alex Sargent Marion Parks and James Parks and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Expresses love and faith that God loves her best.
Obituary fragment for David Rolle who died June 22 1948. expresses faith and rest in peace. mentions Mildred Rolle wife Berle Major daughter Veda Rolle daughter David Rolle Jr son Sgt Richard Rolle son Alonzo Rolle son Maurice Rolle grandson credit to family members and mourners.
Mrs. Jennie Ferguson a pioneer resident of Miami for 35 years and a noted church organist and community worker died at 7 p.m. at her home 1113 NW 6th Avenue. She is survived by a daughter three sons a stepson seven grandchildren and many relatives. Funeral services will be held at Mt Olivette Baptist Church with burial at Evergreen Memorial Park.
Destina Dames, grandmother, writes a memorial message noting the death of her daughter and granddaughter on June 24 1947 and expressing love with a note that Jesus loves them best.
Pddie Butler of 6920 NW 20th Ave died June 12 after admission to Jackson Memorial Hospital. Survived by father Zed Butler, two sisters, two brothers, and other relatives. Services conducted Saturday June 16 by Rev A J Reddick. Burial at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery.
Fred Swicord of 2343 Northwest 66th Street died at Jackson Memorial Hospital on the morning of June 15. Survived by his parents Mr and Mrs Ted Swicord and other relatives. Burial will be held in Linden Memorial Cemetery on Friday, June.
Sam Dozier of 435 NW 20th Terrace died in Jackson Memorial Hospital on the afternoon of June 13 after a brief illness. He is survived by a half brother, Eugene Fitzpatrick of Hamilton, Georgia, with the body shipped there on Wednesday, June 20 for burial rites.
James Poitier of 1511 NW 68th Terrace died at Christian Hospital on June 16 after a brief illness. He lived in Miami 40 years and is survived by his widow Olive three sons Joseph a pharmacist at Economy Drug Store Frederick a Howard University student and James J a daughter Verna Braxton of Philadelphia. Funeral services were held Tuesday June 19 at St Agnes Episcopal Church at 10 30 am officiated by Father John Culmer. Burial was held at Unknown cemetery.
Noble R. W. Ai Sr. of 1711 NW 64th St. died at Jackson Memorial Hospital on June 20 after illness. Survived by Gertrude two sons Noble Jr and Earl Williams and other relatives. Funeral services at Mt. Tabor Baptist Church on June 25 at 1 30 p.m. Rev. Edward Graham officiating with burial at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Rilla Williams of 15950 NW 19th Ave Opa Locka died at Jackson Memorial Hospital on June 21 after a weeklong illness. She leaves son Charlie Williams and daughter Ophelia Jones among relatives, with Rev H C Garnett of Tallahassee attending the services. Funeral set for Monday June 25 at 4 p.m. at Mt Tabor Baptist Church with Rev Finlayson of Macedonia Baptist officiating. Burial at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery.
A loving remembrance for Lillie C Smith and her infant daughter who departed this life on June 20 1955. May they rest in peace. Signed Haynes and Harris families.
The Church of God of Prophecy announces its Annual State Convention at the new Church Headquarters at 69th Street and 22nd Avenue. Missionary Session is Thursday night, June 26 at 7 30 p.m. The event promises preaching, singing, and praise with support from listed contributors and local businesses.
The Times ran an error last week due to a missing line of type. The corrected story states Miss Lucille Hepburn daughter of Mrs Virginia Hepburn of 1637 NW 1st Nassau Bahamas was joined in holy matrimony to Hartman Morley son of Mrs Clementine Morley of Richmond Heights.
Booker T. Washington High School Alumni Association holds its regular meeting next Tuesday June 26 at 8 oclock in the school. All members including the class of 1956 are requested to attend.
The Rev. S. S. Wells aged 95 died June 11 in Pompano Florida and was buried from Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church where he served as pastor. He spent sixty two years in the ministry and built more than 60 churches. He is survived by a son, a daughter and other relatives.
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