Myrtle Burton Rhone

A Celebration of the Life and Homegoing of

Sister Myrtle Ann Burton

Rhone

September 7, 1942 - June 9, 2013

Her Story His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.

Matthew 25:21

Myrtle Ann Burton Rhone

was born

to the late A.D. and Bernethia Carpenter Burton on September 7, 1942 in Picayune, Mississippi.

Myrtle was baptized at an early age by the late Rev. Fox at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. She is a graduate of George Washington Carver High School in Picayune. After graduation, she moved to New Orleans and began working at D. H. Holmes.

She later worked for Schwegmann Supermarkets.

Later in life she worked as a child care provider.

Sis. Rhone met and married the late Haywood Rhone. To this union two children were born, Rev. Chrissell Rhone and Glenndell Rhone.

Mert placed her membership at the Greater Evergreen Baptist Church in 1974 under leadership of the late Rev. Horace Brown. She worked with the Youth Department, Sunday School, and Mission Department until her health made it difficult for her to attend worship services. She was also a member of the Kitchen Crew and became well known for her 7up cakes and sweet potato pies. Her favorite scripture is Psalm 23 and her favorite hymn is Amazing Grace.

On Sunday, June 9, 2013, the angels came and carried Mert to her heavenly home.

She leaves to cherish her memories her two sons Chrissell and Glenndell Rhone; her grandchildren, Breian, Shane, and Cade Rhone, Dionte Steward, Kendra Mills, and Maggie Lynch; two sisters Juanita Terrell and Felecia (Coleman) Davis; 8 brothers A.D. (Dora) Roy of Oakland, CA, Daniel Roy of New Bern, NC, Don Griffith, Carl Ray (Delories) of Dallas, TX, Theodore of Columbus, GA, Larry (Diane), Joseph (Lenora), and Victor (Lisa) Burton; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Haywood Rhone; parents A.D. and Bernethia Burton; and brothers Robert Watson and Vincent Burton.

Myrtle Ann Burton Rhone September 7, 1942 – June 9, 2013

Celebration of Life G r e a t e r P l e a s a n t Va l l e y M i s s i o n a r y B a p t i s t C h u r c h Host Pastor: Rev. Donald Parker Officiant: Rev. Terrance A. Ranson, Sr. 501 Weems Street * Picayune, Saturday, June 15, 2015 * 12:00 Noon

Organ Prelude Processional Ministers & Family Devotion Scripture Readings: Old Testament: Psalm 23 / Old Testament: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58 Congregational Hymn: “Amazing Grace” Prayer and Chant Selection …….............................................................................................................................. Choir Reflections ……………………………………………………………………………………...... Anita Lynch Condolences ……………………………………………………………………….... Jacqueline Richardson Solo …………………………………………………………………………………………….. Joshua Kagler Reflections ……………………………………………………………………………….. Rev. Wilfret McKee G.W. Carver Class of ‘63 Selection …………………………………………………………………………………………………. Choir Reading of Obituary & Acknowledgments ……………………………………………….. Samara Wheat Visiting Ministers ………………………………………………………………………… (2 minutes please) Solo …………………………………………………………………………………………... Terry Brown, Sr. Eulogy …………………………………………………………………………. Rev. Terrance A. Ranson, Sr.

Parting View …………………………………………………………… Brown’s Funeral Home in Charge

Benediction / Recessional Brown’s Funeral Home In Charge

Myrtle Ann Burton Rhone September 7, 1942 – June 9, 2013

Myrtle Ann Burton Rhone September 7, 1942 – June 9, 2013

Myrtle Ann Burton Rhone September 7, 1942 – June 9, 2013

An Angel Among Us God knows what we need, just when we need it In times of need He sends a kindred spirit One who puts our needs before her own Making sure God’s goodness is shown Always keeping others lifted in prayer A woman like this is truly rare The fruit of the Spirit is what she bears Taking time to show tender, loving care Obedient to God, faithful and true The world needs more women like you Not concerned with earthly things She works to earn her halo and wings She’s a gem to all she knows And brings joy wherever she goes All this she does without grumbling or complaining It seems as if her faith is never waning Her countenance is bright and always glorious She is truly an angel among us

Myrtle Ann Burton Rhone September 7, 1942 – June 9, 2013

Momma A love that started before we met A lifetime of promises that were always kept Kind and caring are your ways You always know the right things to say Life may not have been a crystal stair But you always showed how much you care Whether is was with cakes or pies Or the beautiful twinkle in your eyes Sweet, loving, kind, and gentle You make life a little more special The woman you are is like no other I was truly blessed‌ When God made you my mother

Myrtle Ann Burton Rhone September 7, 1942 – June 9, 2013

H o n o r a r y Pa l l b e a r e r s Rev. Chrissell Rhone Cade Rhone Daniel Roy Don Grifffith

Glenndell Rhone Dionte Steward Carl Ray Burton Larry Burton Victor Burton

Glenn Shane Rhone A. D. Roy Theodore Burton Joseph Burton

A c t i v e Pa l l b e a r e r s Keith Watson Eric Burton Michael McDaniels

Adrain Griffith Corey Frazier Steve Holmes

Altoral Terrell Bryant Griffith Andre Dawson

Acknowledgments We would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to everyone who embraced us during our time of loss. Whether it was a phone call, a hug, a card, a dish, or a prayer, we truly appreciate your expressions of love, care, and concern. To the staff of Deaconess, Total Home Care, Covenant Health & Rehab, Highland Community Hospital, and Triple A Ambulance we thank you for the care you’ve shown Mert over the years. May God abundantly bless you all.

Sincerely, The Family

Arrangements

Internment

Repast

Brown’s Funeral Home 1011 Rosa Street Picayune, Mississippi 39466

Picayune Cemetery Picayune, Mississippi

Pleasant Valley Fellowship Hall 501 Weems Street Picayune, Mississippi

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