Dorothy D. stubbs A TIME TO REMEMBER
AUGUST 31, 1932 - NOVEMBER 28, 2016
miss me but let me go When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me I want no rites in a gloom-filled room. Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little but not too long And not with your head bowed low. Remember the love that we once shared, Miss me but let me go. For this is a journey that we all must take And each must go alone. It’s all a part of the Master’s plan, A step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sick of heart Go to the friends we know And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds. Miss me but let me go! christina georgina rossetti
Order of Service
Monday, December 5, 2016 One O’Clock in the Afternoon Fatih First Church - 3361 Rice Mill Road - Macon, Georgia 31206 Pastor Louise Smith-Hill, Officiating PRELUDE
Ms. Pamela Vinson, Musician
PROCESSIONAL CALL to CELEBRATE
Clergy, Family and Friends
Pastor Louise Smith-Hill
HYMN of CELEBRATION “When We All Get To Heaven”
Faith First Ensemble
PRAYER of CONSOLATION
Apostle Rosa Palmer
LITURGY of the WORD OLD TESTAMENT NEW TESTAMENT.
Prophetess Jacquelyn Elaine Dixon Ms. Erika M. Smith, Granddaughter
TRIBUTE in SONG “They Got The Word”
Faith First Ensemble
TRIBUTE in SONG “Precious Lord Take My Hand”
Mr. DaVonne Grier
TRIBUTE in EXPRESSIONS
Mr. Keith W. Smith, Oldest Grandchild
TRIBUTE in SONG “Take Me To The King” TRIBUTE from the FAMILY
Ms. Tameka Dixon
Ms. LaConstance T. Smith, Daughter
TRIBUTE in SONG “His Eye Is On The Sparrow”
Mr. DaVonne Grier
Remembering Dorothy D. Stubbs (Read silently) WORDS of COMFORT ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Pastor Willie C. Brown
Bentley and Sons Funeral Home Staff
BENEDICTION
Pastor Brown
RECESSIONAL Choir and Congregation “Since I Laid My Burdens Down” - Momma’s Favorite Song INTERMENT REPAST
Fort Hill Cemetery
Joseph Solomon, III Fellowship Hall
remembering
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DOROTHY D. STUBBS
orothy Mae Davis Thomas Stubbs was born in Macon, Georgia Wednesday, August 31, 1932. She was the daughter of Willie Banks. From birth, she was lovingly reared as the daughter of Will and Janie Davis, her late uncle and aunt, whom she knew as Momma and Daddy. Dorothy’s primary education began at Unionville Elementary School and continued at Ballard Normal School.
Her husband Richard Stubbs preceded her in death in June, 1998, and her first husband Clifford M. Thomas preceded her in death October, 2016. To these marriages, six children were born. Her youngest daughter, Sheryl Lynn Stubbs Washington preceded her in death in January, 1995.
While her parents were living, at a very early age she was baptized and became a member of Friendship Baptist Church. After marriage, she joined Center Hill Baptist Church. In 2009, she moved her membership to Faith First Church where she was a faithful member until she began experiencing health challenges in 2014. Momma was an avid reader. She enjoyed reading many books on many subjects but her favorite book was the Bible. She read her Bible daily until her eyesight declined. Momma was affectionately called by family or by friends: "Momma," "Dot," "Ms. Dot," "Grand Momma," "Grand Momma Dot," "Big Momma," and "Aunt Dot." She was a matriarch who could laugh, tell stories about the family, and was known for “speaking her mind.” If she had an opinion, you could count on her to let you know exactly how she felt about any given subject. She always had words of wisdom for her children, grandchildren, other family members, friends, and neighbors. She worked outside of the home for a short period of time. She wanted to become a nurse like her mother who was an LPN at the Macon Hospital. Over time her desire to help others manifested by becoming a caregiver to children. Her home became a child care center. Over a number of years, she helped working mothers have peace of mind knowing their children were under the care of Ms. Dot. Momma was a very grateful and courageous person. She always thanked you no matter the circumstance. Over her lifetime, she endured many painful medical procedures and loss of loved ones, but her faith kept her strong and she never loss her joy. She knew the joy of the Lord was her strength. Momma also loved animals. When she lived on Daffodil Street and Pansy Avenue, there were always several well-fed cats in the yard. When she moved to Brentwood Avenue, she had dogs. While in the hospital in 2014, she told Cleve and Kenny to “make sure you feed the dog.” Momma enjoyed music. One November day while she was in the hospital, she sat up to remember a song from the 1940’s and sung a few of the verses. One of her favorite songs was “Since I Laid My Burdens Down.” On Monday, November 28, 2016, the Lord called Momma home. She never knew if she had brothers or sisters but she would often say “I don’t know what I would do without my children and grandchildren.” CELEBRATING HER MEMORY She will forever be in the hearts of those who loved and cherished her. Left to cherish her memory: five children, LaConstance Thomas (Willy) Smith, Kathy L. Stubbs, Willie Joseph (Pauline) Thomas, Richard C Stubbs, Jr., and Kenneth D. Stubbs all of Macon, Georgia; 19 devoted grandchildren: Keith W. (Shatarcia) Smith, LaShaunda (DaVonne) Grier, Rhonda Renee Williams, Nathaniel (Chrissy) Banks, Erika M. Smith, DeAndre (Tiffani) Stubbs, Tavares Brown, Tangela (Keary) Stallings, Kenneth Green, Shontae Washington, Randy A. Washington, Sr., Tashea Washington, Taurese Washington, Michael Washington, Richard Washington, Marlon Stubbs, Terrance Thomas, Brenna Stubbs, and Kenneth Stubbs, Jr.; 33 great grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Betty Stubbs; and a host of devoted nieces, nephews, and friends.
WHEN GOD SAW YOU GETTING TIRED
When God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, He put His arms around you and whispered come to me He didn’t like what you went through and He gave you rest His garden must be beautiful He only takes the best And when we saw you sleeping finally so peaceful and free from pain We wouldn’t wish you back to suffer again Today we say goodbye and as you take your final rest That garden must be beautiful because you are one of the best. anonymous
FLOWER BEARERS
Granddaughters and Great Granddaughters
ACTIVE PALLBEARERS
Grandson and Nephews Zynarine Mills Joseph Stubbs Antowan Stubbs Stafford Stubbs Bobby Stubbs Keary Whisby
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Grandsons Nathaniel Banks Marlon Stubbs Tavares Brown Terrance Thomas Kenneth Green Michael Washington Keith Smith Randy Washington DeAndre Stubbs Richard Washington Kenneth Stubbs, Jr. Taurese Washington
THE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. 2 CORINTHIANS 5:1, KJV The family of Dorothy D. Stubbs wishes to express our deep appreciation and thanks for your kindness and expressions of sympathy. We are sincerely grateful to the many friends and family who have given us support and comfort during our time of loss. Your presence, cards, phone calls, and all acts have helped to lighten our burden. Special thanks to Tangela "Tonya" Stallings, granddaughter of Dorothy D. Stubbs, who was her caregiver. Tonya demonstrated her love, patience, and deep devotion for her grandmother by providing her personalized care. We we also like to thank: Brenda Calhoun, Navicent Health Medical Center of Central Georgia, Navicent Health Pine Pointe Hospice Care, Faith First Church, Reverend Willie C. Brown, and Pastor Louise Smith-Hill.
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