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The woman I called sister was always there and She was someone who always cared

She always made me smile when times were blue

She was a virtuous woman through and through, Always sincere and always true

The woman I called sister Always had my back

She held me accountable and cut me no slack

The woman I called sister

Enjoyed life on our back patios

Dancing and singing, playing music on the radios

The woman I called sister

She was by choice, in fact, my best friend

She was always there all the way to the end

The woman I called sister

Was a pure joy to the world, had a heart made of gold and a smile bright as a pearl

The woman I called sister I can feel her warmth all around me

Her presence is so near I close my eyes to visualize Your sweet face when you were here

The woman I called sister

Was truly a blessing from above

You are my sister I will always and forever love

I love you Cynthia Lynn with all my heart and soul I thought we would together live and grow old, So until we meet again, your memories I will always treasure

Having you as my sister was truly a pleasure

Forever my heart will hold you near and dear...

Your Loving Baby Brother, Tony

To Our Wonderful Loving Mother

Cynthia Lynn

Little did we know that day that God would call your name

In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same; We still see your face before us, your voice we long to hear We miss and love you dearly, God knows we wish you were here It broke our hearts to lose you, for you did not go alone

A huge part of us went with you, the day God called you home; The tears fall freely from our eyes, like a river filled with grief Our only comfort now, is that from pain, you’ve found relief

Although we cannot hear your voice or see your smile no more We know you still beside us walk, just as you did before; You listened to our stories and wiped our many tears

You wrapped your loving arms around us and understood all our fears You left us peaceful memories as your love is still our guide And though we cannot see you, you’re always at our sides; For all you were to us in life and all the joy you brought Your memories are forever with us, in every single thought We try so hard not to cry, the way we do each day

While thinking of the many things, we didn’t get to say; The pain we felt in losing you will never go away

But knowing that you are in our hearts, helps us through the day; We feel the love you have for us; we hear it in our hearts

You’ve left your humanly body, but your soul will never us part;

Although our hearts are heavy, it’s also full of love

And that’s enough to comfort us, while you live in Heaven above. Always loving and thinking of you Mom, Love, Your Children

CYNTHIA

C is for Cheerful, so fun to be with

N is for Nice, warm and loving

T is for Terrific, such a delight

Y is for your Yielding, and undying love for your family

H is for Heavenly, your spirit was strong

I is for Ideas, that you bring to life

A is for Always, saying funny things

Cynthia, we are going to miss you so much. We use to have so much fun talking on the phone, going out to eat, playing bingo, coming over your home just to chill and listening to your humorous jokes. We say good-bye and no more pain and suffering.

Love your sisters, Bev, JoJo & Niece, Binky, Great Nephews, Trey, Braylon, and Great Niece, Bre Bre

CMemories

The world shined brighter when you were around

That beautiful smile and boy how we use to clown

Like fresh morning dew that was meant for us all

Who passed your way with a ticket to that ball

You just don’t know how much of a difference you made

Just your presence alone made each new day

The time we spent was meant for us all

To help us feel better after receiving that call

But you are not here and we can not see

The one who’s light shined so brightly

From your thoughts of glee to the jokes of ole

With love and laughter

We looked forward to it all

We did not expect you to walk through that heavenly door

The voice of wisdom we shall hear no more but We look forward to the day when we will be together again

As God has planned and we love you to no end

From All Your Nieces, Nephews & Cousins

Cynthia Williams DeMesma

December 7, 1962 - March 18, 2021

“For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.”

II Timothy 4:6-8

Cynthia

Williams DeMesma was born December 7, 1962, to the late Willie and Virgie Williams in Memphis, Tennessee. Cynthia accepted Christ at an early age at Mt. Pisgah C.M.E Church under the pastorage leadership of the late Rev. E. Lynn Brown. She was a 1980 graduate of Melrose High School in Memphis, Tennessee.

Cynthia was a dedicated employee at Nike for many years and retired due to illness. She enjoyed supporting her alma mater, Melrose High School by attending numerous football games and parades.

Cynthia loved family gatherings and cookouts, where she would show her grilling skills and she especially loved celebrating during the holidays. Cynthia was an excellent cook and won her bragging rights from family members and friends.

Cynthia was a loving mother to Jasman and P.J. and she also was a wonderful grandmother to her grandchildren, Santana and JoJo. Cynthia got a chance to keep Santana for a week before she took ill. She was so proud of the chance to spend time with him since he was only two months old.

Cynthia peacefully transitioned from this life to join eternal rest with her family members on the evening of March 18, 2021, at Tri-Star Centennial Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee.

Cynthia was preceded in death by her parents, Virgie and Willie Williams, grandmother, Vastie Dover; sisters, Aline Toler, Geraldine Williams, and Linda Askew, brother, Jerome Dover, aunts, Thelma Dover Pitchford and Lela Wright, and brother-in-law, Alonzo DeMesma.

Cynthia leaves to cherish her loving daughters; Jasman (Issac) Taylor, Felicia DeMesma Batts, Tiffany DeMesma Smith, Dominique DeMesma, sons; “P.J.” Philtrell (Rolexia) DeMesma, Phillip (Tiera) DeMesma, Jr., James DeMesma, grandchildren; Santana and Josiah “JoJo,” sisters; Beverly “Bev” Dover, Joyce “Jo Jo,”, brother, Tony (LaQuitha) Williams, her only living aunt, Ella B. Yancy, brother-in-law, Howard DeMesma, sisters-in-law; Carmen DeMesma and Debra Dover as well a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.”

Reflections

Psalms 23

Order of Celebration

Monday, March 29, 2021 • 11:00 A.M.

Mt. Pisgah C.M.E. Church

2490 Park Avenue • Memphis, Tennessee 38114

Reverend Willie Ward, Jr., Pastor - Officiating Mt. Pisgah C.M.E. Church

Presiding Elder - Reverend Peris J. Lester, I Presiding Prelate - Bishop Henry M. Williamson, Sr.

Song..............................................................................................................................................William Graves

“Stand” By Donnie McClurkin

Affirmation of Faith (Please stand.)

I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ His only Son Our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried. The third day He rose from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty, from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body and life everlasting. AMEN. (Please be seated.)

Prayer..................................................................................................................Presiding Elder Peris J. Lester, I

Scripture Readings: Old Testament.....................................................................................................................Terry Robinson New Testament....................................................................................................................Bianca Flenorl

Song............................................................................................................................................Veronica Johnson

“Precious Lord”

Words of Comfort...............................................................................................................................Mikita Askew

Expressions of Love

(Two Minutes, Please)

Barbara Becton - Friend

Joyce Coleman - Friend

Dana Bennett - Friend

Sylvia Wilson - Friend

Tony Williams - Family

Song...............................................................Rosemary Winters

“It Is Well With My Soul”

Acknowledgements....................................Kimberly Harris

Song.......................................................Jacquelyn R. Jones

Eulogy.......................................Reverend Willie Ward, Jr.