Elbert Earl Woods

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Mr.Elbert Earl Woods was born April 25, 1945, to the late Willie

Woods and Adell Stirgus in Memphis, TN. He was the last child of seven children to carry on the legacy of his parents. Elbert joined Mt. Moriah Baptist Church at an early age under the leadership of Reverend Norsworthy.

He was a proud graduate of the class of 1964 at Melrose High School and always showed his love and support for Melrose High School as an alumni member.

Elbert joined the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War from 1966 to 1968.

He was a huge fan of all sports, but a die heart Raiders fan. Elbert had a voice of a king, which will be remembered for years to come. He would open his heart and home to anybody that embraced his presence. Elbert loved to eat; food was always his top priority at any given time.

Elbert also loved everybody, but there was always a special place in his heart for Rev. Don Williams, Jay Blount, Milton Murray, Thurston Hill, Sonny Table, Dorothy Rooks, Mary Ann Wallace, and last but not least Judy Cheairs.

Elbert greatest enjoyment was riding around town with his wife, listening to music, watching T.V., especially sports, eating out and going to concerts. He loved his dear Devetra and was a huge support for her as they built a loving 21-year relationship before they entered marriage. He had such an affectionate way of calling her name especially when he was ready to eat. This past February 28th, their Anniversary, held one final and fond memory as they brought home Red Lobster for dinner and Elbert learned to eat Lobster for the first time.

Elbert departed this life on March 9, 2018. Proceeding him in death was one son, Darrell Franklin.

He leaves to cherish his many memories, a caring and loving wife, Devetra Woods, his devoted sons, Elbert Scott, Marcus Woods (Yashica), Denzel Woods, and Isaiah Yates; his daughters, Marla Woods, Trina Jordan, and Destinee Yates; his beloved grandchildren; two sisters-in-law; Jimmie Mae Woods and Romanita Rainey, a brother-in-law, Michael Davis (Iris) of Tampa, Florida; his mother-in- law, Dorothy Parker Jones; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving relatives and friends.

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Service O rder of S ervice

Processional

Scripture Reading:

Old & New Testament.............................Johnathan Cox

Citadel Deliverance Church of Christ

Prayer...................................................................Nancy Gibson

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church

Song of Praise................................................Mt. Moriah Choir “Total Praise”

Words of Life.....................................Reverend Donald Williams Solo.....................................................................Darius Perkins

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church

Expressions of Love

2-3 People (Repectfully 3 Minutes, Please)

Acknowledgments.....................................Destinee Romal Yates Resolution(s)...........................................................Ann Dawson Solo................................................................Erica Bartlett Cox

“The Battle Is Not Yours”

Citadel of’ Deliverance Church

Eulogy......................................................Dr. Harvey B. Jackson Recessional.........................................................Choir Selection “All in His Hands”

~Remains will not be viewed after Eulogy~

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herished Memories

~Acknowledgement ~

God made this world of ours. He holds it in His hand. We’ll never understand his plan for us, but He knew His children would have need of friends, so he sent us you.

The family of Mr. Elbert Earl Woods wishes to express it’s gratitude, to our friends for the calls, the visits, gifts, flowers and many other acts of kindness. Thank you for your understanding and support as we face one of life’s’ greatest challenges. We ask that you continue to remember us in your prayers.

A Special Thank You to Mt. Moriah Baptist Church & Salem Gilfield Baptist Church V.A. Administration.

May God Bless each of you.

~Honorary Pallbearers ~

~The Family

“Class of 1964” Tyler Glover

Floice McKnight Jay Blount Milton Murray Willie Dawson Thurston Hill Reverend Don Williams John Little Sonny Table Muhammed Mad’yan

~Active Pallbearers ~

Love Murray Derrick Payne James Manual Kylan Thornton Mario Wallace Reginald Blount Darryl Campbell Randall Wade Brandon Briggs Darren Payne Ronald Washington Olric Brooks

~Repast ~

Repast Immediately Following Funeral Services Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Fellowship Hall 2634 Carnes Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38114

~Committal Rites & Interment ~ Monday, March 19, 2018 • 10:15 A.M. West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery 4000 Forest Hill-Irene Rd, Memphis, Tennessee 38125

*Please join the family for the “Elbert Woods Additional Eating Celebration” following the Repast at the Elbert & Devetra Woods residence, 1825 S. Parkway E.

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