Brother Jeff Cook Sister Lois Haddock Sister Lovie Head Brother John Jones Brother Wayne Edwards Sister Minnie Pipkin Sister Kathy Coddington Sister Marguerite Kerzee Brother Chuck Parrish Elder Kenneth Martin
We, the Littlefield, Texas Primitive Baptist Church are saddened by the passing of Brother Jeff Cook. Brother Jeff passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 10, 2002 at his home in Amherst, Texas at the age of 84.
Brother Jeff was born August 1, 1917 in Atoka County, OK. Brother Jeff married Nellie Mae Harris on January 4, 1942 in Mountain Park, OK. He lived in Mountain Park for twelve years, then moved his family to Lawton, OK, where they lived until 1962. The family moved back to Mountain Park, where they lived for about four years, then moved to Duncan, OK for a few years until settling in Roosevelt, OK. Nellie Cook passed away in 1978 and after eight years of widowhood, he married Alyne Bass on August 9, 1986 in Snyder, OK. Brother Jeff lived the rest of his days at their home in Amherst, Texas.
Brother Jeff joined the Snyder, OK Primitive Baptist Church in 1938. After moving to Amherst in 1986, he joined our church here in Littlefield. Brother Jeff was a good and faithful servant to the Lord. Always praising, honoring and glorifying God; his guidance and love will be greatly missed in the Littlefield Church.
Brother Jeff is survived by his wife, Alyne Cook of Amherst, Texas; three children by his first wife, Nellie; Kenneth Cook of Tulsa, OK, Jimmie Cook of Snyder, OK, and Sheila Pound of Roosevelt, OK. He also had three granddaughters, seven great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews and friends.
Funeral services were conducted at the Snyder Primitive Baptist Church on May 14, 2002 with Elder Cleveland Bass and Elder Norman Jones officiating. Brother Jeff was laid to rest at the Mountain Park Cemetery. The Littlefield Primitive Baptist Church extends sincere sympathy and love to the family of Brother Jeff Cook.
In Christian love,
Littlefield Primitive Baptist Church
Elder Cleveland Bass, Pastor
Brother Joe Bass, Clerk.
SISTER LOIS HADDOCK
Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church bows in humble submission to the Lord calling home Sister Lois Haddock, age 85 of Temple, was born on April 4, 1916, in Cego,TX. Sister Haddock was a true mother in Israel. Sister Lois joined by letter, together with her husband, Brother Odell on April 1, 1990. They were faithful members in driving all these miles from Temple as long as their health permitted.
Sister Lois is survived by her loving husband, Brother Odell; daughter, Shirley Woodard of Victoria; son, Robert Haddock of Temple, TX; two brothers, Fred Stewart of Temple, and Louis Stewart of Belton, TX; two grand-children and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were conducted by Elders Harold Horn and Paul McClain at the Harper-Talasele Funeral Home. Elders James Henthorn and Daryl Inman held the graveside service.
May God's love and tender mercy help sister Lois's family to be reconciled to her passing. We will truly miss her, but we know our loss is her eternal gain.
This resolution was written at the request of the church and read in conference on June 9, 2002.
A copy of this resolution will be sent to the Banner of Love for publication, a copy to the family and a copy recorded on our church record.
Maxine McClain, Church Clerk
SISTER LOVIE BELL CURTIS HEAD
Whereas, it hath pleased our Heavenly Father in His infinite wisdom and power on Sept. 17, 2002, to call our beloved sister in Christ, Sister Lovie Bell Curtis Head home to His eternal presence, let us bow to His Holy Will. Although realizing it was a blessing, we were saddened by her death. She had been ill for a number of years, and was in a nursing home in Texas near her daughter.
Sister Lovie was a faithful member of Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church of Oklahoma City, having joined by relation in May 1967. We thank God for the privilege of knowing and sharing the life of this dear sister. She was deeply loved and has been greatly missed for some time. However, we submit that our loss is her gain, since she is now free from her health problems and in the presence of her Lord. We extend ou sincere sympathy to her loving family.
Sister Lovie was blessed to be loved dearly by two husbands, who both preceded her in death, Charles A. Head, and her first husband and father of her children, Miley B. Curtis. Her parents, Josiah R. and Maggie Morgan, and three sisters, also preceded her in death. She is survived by her loving family, daughter, Joy and husband, Jimmy Pruett; son, Duane Curtis and wife Darlene; daughter, Linda and her husband Ken Erkman; nine grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters, Ruby Mullins, Gracie Weitner, and Flossie Owens, all of Texas, and one brother, Marvin Morgan of Oklahoma City; plus a host of other relatives and friends.
Services were held Sept 19, 2002 at Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church, Oklahoma City, OK with Elder Bill McCarthy and Elder Randy McCarthy officiating. Songs were provided by soloists Rodney Morgan and Eddy and Kara Tomlinson. Burial was in Resthaven Memory Gardens, Oklahoma City, OK.
Therefore, be it resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be placed on our church records, a copy be sent to the family, and a copy be sent to the Banner of Love for publication.
Written by order of Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church of Oklahoma City while in conference October 6, 2002
Elder Bill McCarthy, Moderator
Cheryl Meade, Church Clerk
BROTHER JOHN W. JONES
John W. Jones, beloved member, deacon and treasurer of the Corpus Christi, TX Primitive Baptist Church, was called from this home on earth to join his Lord in His mansion on May 24, 2002.
Brother John was born to Walter Lee and Callie Berry Jones May 12, 1916. He married Linnie Cole in 1939. They made their home in the Corpus Christi area where they raised one daughter, Brenda, and five sons: Kenneth, Sammy, Billy, Ray and Jimmy in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.
Brother John joined the Corpus Christi church in 1952, became its' deacon in 1966 and began his 35 years as church treasurer in 1967. He and his two sons put in many hours, after working all day and on weekends, helping to build the current church building.
The church seems a little emptier since Brother John's passing. We miss his presence, his smile, his kind, loving and encouraging words and teasing.
Brother John was a wonderful example for any young man. He was a loving father wanting only the best for his family, a devoted husband, wonderful friend, and teacher and guide. He served the church through good times and bad, often taking extra from his own pocket to help support the church expenses that were not met through donations.
Brother John helped to nurture several young ministers in his years at Corpus. Elder Mike Montgomery says, "Brother John was a great example of what it meant to be a husband, father, brother, and friend. I never knew a man so loved by his family. He taught me many things, but chiefest of all is how he taught me to work hard, do a good job and give your best, no matter what. As a young, first-time pastor, Brother John provided the wisdom and guidance that I needed. He was so kind and patient in dealing with my many youthful faults and failures as a preacher and pastor. He was always there for me to lean on."
Elder Chris Blevins shares, "Brother John was one of the influential forces in my still-young ministry. I found that John was a source of strength and comfort. He would pull me off to the side to discuss his thoughts on how the church was faring and it always struck me how much he cared for the welfare of the church body. His admonitions were full of love and his encouragements the wisdom that one
possesses by having already been down that particular stretch of road. His active testimony and dedication and service, in spite of his problems, has more than once reminded me to press on."
With his passing, we at the Corpus Christi Primitive Baptist Church have lost the fellowship of a friend and brother, and of his family, their father an faithful companion.
We are reminded however, that our loss is truly his gain. We are thankful that he no longer suffers under the afflictions of his later years and now rests in the fullness of God's grace in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Respectfully submitted,
Corpus Christi Primitive Baptist Church
Elder Chris Blevins, Pastor
Sister Lynette Gerdes, Clerk
BROTHER WAYNE EDWARDS
Brother Wayne Edwards, born February 6, 1923, passed away at Grandview Nursing Home, Grandview, Texas on August 20, 2002. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife. Brother Edwards joined Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church, Hubbard, TX by letter on January 3, 1999, from Old School Primitive Baptist Church, Fort
Worth, Texas. Brother Edwards was a deacon in the church. He had moved to Maypearl to be near his daughter, after losing his wife.
Brother Edwards was an inspiration to us all in the short time he was permitted to attend church. We extend our sympathy to the family and realize that our loss is his eternal gain.
He leaves to mourn his passing his son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Brenda Edwards of Grandview; daughters, Cindy Wiggins and husband, Steve of Maypearl, and H. Annette Edwards of Red Oak; five grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
Services were conducted at Pat Boze Memorial Chapel in Waxahachie with Elder Tom Brown officiating. Interment followed in Mt. Peak Cemetery.
A copy of this Resolution is being sent to the family, a copy sent to the Banner of Love for publication and a copy placed on the Church Record.
Maxine McClain, Church Clerk
Following a long illness, our Sister Minnie Pipkin passed from this life on May 18, 2002 at the home of her grandson in Leander, Texas. Her stay on earth was 97 years. She lived most of her life at Florence, Texas. Sister Minnie was the oldest member of the Florence Primitive Baptist Church. She loved her family and her church very much. She was loved by all of us. Sister Minnie attended church faithfully as long as her health permitted.
Her funeral was held May 21, 2002 at the Gabriels' Funeral Chapel in Georgetown, Texas with the pastor Elder Bruce Crawford officiating and burial at the Florence City Cemetery in Florence, Texas.
Survivors include two daughters, Anna Manning and husband, Bob of Leander, TX, Janet Pipkin of Austin, TX, and a son, Bill Pipkin of Florence, TX; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; her brother, Edis Pipkin preceded her in death on July 31, 1992.
Elder Bruce Crawford, Pastor
Helen Wade, Church Clerk
SISTER KATHY ANN CODDINGTON
In our joys and in our sorrows Thou hast taught us to pray. In the painless loss of our dear young sister and church clerk, we feel a great void that only God's grace, love and mercy can fill. With hearts aching in sorrow, we, the members of Old School Primitive Baptist Church of Fort Worth, Texas Bow in humble submission to our Heavenly Father, in the calling home of our dear Sister Kathy Ann Coddington.
Sister Kathy was called home to be with our Lord on March 22, 2002. She was born August 6, 1956 in Fort Worth, Texas at Carswell Air Force Base to Harry and Sarah Poppelreiter. Sister Kathy asked for a home in the church at Old School in Sept. 9, 1990. Sister Kathy more than ably served as our church clerk from October 11, 1998 until her untimely death. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to her loving family.
Her mother, Sarah Poppelreiter, preceded her in death. Sister Kathy is survived by her husband of 21 years, Robert Allen Coddington; a daughter, Sara Michelle "Shelley" Coddington, a son, James Allen Coddington, and one grandson, Connor Ryan Helton. She is also survived by her father, Harry Lewis Poppelreiter, Sr., one brother, Harry Lewis Poppelreiter, Jr.; three sisters, Beth Bosley, Sandy Peart and Kelly Poppelreiter; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
Funeral services were held March 16 at Greenwood Memorial Park with Elder M.R. Alton and Elder Mike Montgomery delivering a beautiful and comforting sermon of hope
We will remember Sister Kathy for her deep devotion to her family and church that were equally devoted to her and for her quite dignity, strength, and grace. She was highly regarded by her co-workers at University of North Texas/Health Science Center.
She will be greatly missed, but we can take comfort in knowing that she is resting in the presence of our Lord, Jesus Christ, basking in His light and the warmth of His love where she has found perfect peace and joy. We thank our God for her memory, and pray for those nearest to her who feel her loss the greatest.
Written at the request of Old School Primitive Baptist Church while in conference, Sunday, May 12, 2002.
Written in Love,
Sister Cathy Rowell and Sister Estelle Wade
SISTER MARGUERITE KERZEE
The Mt. Zion Primitive Baptist Church at Pt. Enterprise, Texas bows in humble submission at the loss of our dear sister in Christ, Sister Marguerite Kerzee on March 6, 2002 at the age of 84 years. Sister Kerzee was born to Brother and Sister Eb Holt of Point Enterprise in 1918. Sister Kerzee joined Mt. Zion Church on June 16, 1962 along with her husband, Brother R.O. Kerzee, and two children, Sister Patsy and Brother Thomas Kerzee. What a sweet and glorious day it was when Sister Marguerite and her sweet family came forward and asked for a home, one that will remain in the memories of those who were present and still remain. Sister Kerzee was a devoted member of the church and attended regularly until her health failed.
Sister Kerzee was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Brother R.O. Kerzee on July 2, 1999. She is survived by two children, Brother Thomas Kerzee of Temple, and Sister Patsy Snelling of Houston, TX; two sisters, Sister Elizabeth Hawkins of Point Enterprise, and Sister Ruby Williamns of Mexia; two brothers, Ed Holt and Arnos Holt of Pt. Enterprise, and numerous grandchildren.
Be it resolved, that we extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Sister Marguerite, and be it further resolved that we place a copy of this resolution on our church records, send a copy to the Banner of Love, and one to the family. Written by the request of Mt. Zion Church while in conference, May 19, 2002.
Sister Suzanne Stull, Church Clerk
Members of the Golden Gate Primitive Baptist Church, Fremont, California submit this resolution of respect for our dear Brother Chuck Parrish. Brother Chuck passed away Friday, July 5, 2002 in Los Gatos, CA
Brother Chuck was born in Lamesa, Texas on Feb. 21, 1933. He served in the Army and was stationed in Germany, where he was in the Medical Corp as a medic. Brother Chuck worked as a plumber after returning from the army. He married Sister JoAnn in 1954.
Brother Chuck is survived by his wife, Sister JoAnn and their three sons; Brad, Mike, and Mark; six grandchildren and two great-granddaughters.
Brother Chuck joined Livermore Primitive Baptist Church, Sept. 20, 1992. He moved his membership to Golden Gate Church in August 1993. He was ordained to the office of deacon on May 29, 1999.
Brother Chuck was a man of integrity and honesty. He loved the church and was always doing some little extra something either to the building or the grounds. It was not unusual to come to Church and find something fixed that needed done. You would always know that he had taken care of it in his quiet and unassuming way. He was a wonderful example to all.
Funeral services were held Monday, July, 2002 with Elders Jerry Anstey and Elvin Layne officiating. Burial was in Alta Mesa Memorial Park, Palo Alto, CA Written in Christian love, by request of Golden Gate Primitive Baptist Church, Fremont, California.
Sister Marilyn Anstey, C. C.
Elder Jerry Anstey, Pastor
God has called home, one of his faithful servants. On the evening of October 7, 2002, around 5 o’clock in the evening, Elder Kenneth B Martin passed from this life at the age of 87 years, 6 months, and 5 days. Brother Kenneth had been in failing health for some time and was a resident of the Muleshoe Nursing Home.
As was evident by the large attendance of his funeral services, he was loved and well respected by those who knew him. Elder Martin was ordained to the ministry in 1946. He traveled many miles to preach the unsearchable riches of God’s grace and power. His church membership was with the Muleshoe Primitive Baptist Church.
Kenneth Martin was Justice of the Peace in Bailey County from 1975-1976. He also was a salesman in various areas of retail sales.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sister Lorene on August 2, 1992, and by a son, three year old William David in 1940.
He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Elder Don Martin and sister Sandra of Perryton Texas, and a daughter and son-in-law, Sister Ann and brother Marshall Williams of Muleshoe Texas. Also surviving are five grandchildren; Kim and husband Keith Smith of Spicewood Texas, Marsha and husband, Donnie Davis of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Terrie and husband, Randy Smith of Lazbuddie, Suzanne and husband, Ken Wilhelm of Plainview Texas, and Charles Martin of Perryton Texas. Three great-grandchildren also survive, they are Rochelle Smith, Riley Smith, and Garrett Davis.
The funeral services were held in the Muleshoe Primitive Baptist Church on October 10th at 11 a.m. Casket bearers were the grandsons and great grandsons, Randy Smith, Donnie Davis, Ken Wilhelm, Charles Martin, Riley Smith, and Garret Davis. The sixteen ministers in attendance were honorary casket bearers. Elder Cleveland Bass and Elder Bernard Gowens so ably preached the services and the singing was congregational, led by brother Elton Bass. As in brother Martin’s life, God was praised in his death also.
Brother Martin’s body was laid beside his companion’s body, in Muleshoe Memorial Park, to await the resurrection morning, when all the saints shall ascend on high and forever be with the Lord. I have heard brother Kenneth speak at many funerals and he always referred to the resurrection morning as "the morning for which all mornings were designed". He believed that and he preached it.
In Humble Submission from the Muleshoe Primitive Baptist Church.
Elder Cleveland Bass, Moderator
Jim Collins, Church Clerk