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From:
Wanda Johnson
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Wednesday, June 28, 2017
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A Celebration of life
EDITH G. SANDERS
Saturday July 1, 2017
Family hour 1-2 p.m. Memorial Service 2 p.m.
SUNRISE: April 20, 1937 SUNSET: June 25, 2017
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Edith was the eighth child born to Mr. Willie and Mary Green in 1937 at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta Ga. Edith was preceded in death by her parents and all of her siblings. Edith accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of Big Bethel A.M.E. Church in Atlanta, Ga. Edith graduated from Washington H.S. in Atlanta, Ga. Upon graduating from high school Edith decide to further her education at Clark University where she received her B.S. in Library Science. Edith also received her Master’s Degree in Library Science from Atlanta University. Upon accomplishing all of her educational goals, Edith met and fell in love with Jasper Sanders Jr. They were married in 1965 and to this union one son was born Eric J. Sanders Sr. Edith was employed with the Atlanta Library system from the early 70’s to the late 70’s. As a military wife of a Chief Warrant Officer in the United States Army. Edith traveled to over 7 different countries, 3 continents, 8 different Islands and visited 35 of the 50 states. She has written a biography over 150 poems and a children’s booked that was published in the 70’s. Edith and Jasper relocated to Euclid, Oh where she joined Community Christian Church . Edith was employed with the East Cleveland Schools and public library systems for 26 years until she retired. Edith was also the first female African American to be employed as a Librarian at W.H. Kirk Middle School in East Cleveland. Edith was a devoted wife to Jasper whom preceded her in death on December 27, 2004. Edith’s memories will be cherished by her son Eric (Carolyn) Sanders Sr. Two Grandchildren Eric (Elizabeth) Sanders Jr. and Eryka D. Sanders one Great grandson Ezen Jasper Sanders ,a close lifetime best friend and cousin of Jasper Ms. Betty Elias and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Gracious , God fearing
Rejoicing
Angel
Now
Dreaming
ORDER OF SERVICE
PROCESSIONAL
SOLO ………………..TA’NEIQUA JACKSON
SCRIPTURE
OLD TESTAMENT………..DEACON WILLIAM CARTER
NEW TESTAMENT……….DEACON WILLIAM CARTER
PRAYER……………………………….DEACON WILLIAM CARTER
SOLO ………………..TA’NEIQUA JACKSON
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
EULOGY………….W.E. LUSIAN
RECESSIONAL
To Those I Love
When I am gone, just release me, let me go- so I can move into my afterglow. You mustn’t tie me down with your tears; let’s be happy that we had so many years. I gave you my love; you can only guess how much you gave me in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, but now it’s time I traveled on alone. So grieve for me awhile, if grieve you must, then let your grief be comforted with trust. It’s only for a while that we must part, so bless the memories within your heart. And then, when you must come this way alone, I’ll greet you with a smile and a “Welcome Home”.
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Repast will be held at 483 FOOTHILLS PARKWAY CHELSEA,AL. 35043 following the services.
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From:
Rev. Beverly Teer
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Tuesday, June 27, 2017
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On behalf of the Kirk Middle School Teachers in East Cleveland, Ohio we rejoice and celebrate the life of our departed co-worker and friend, Edith Sanders. Her life was full and she savored much during her journey here; good friends, good times, accomplishments, touching young people's lives with her librarian skills and reading, love. hospitality and a dedicated Christian life.
We are thankful to God that Edith touched our lives for so many years at our school. We pray that the void she has left behind will be filled with remembered joy for the legacy of her life.
We lift the family up to God for comfort mercies.
Rev. Beverly Teer and the Kirk Family
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