Lillie Mae Wilson

Lillie Mae Wilson

Lillie Mae Wilson

Lillie Mae Wilson

Lillie Mae Wilson

lillie wilson
Funeral services for Lillie Mae Wilson, 102, of Houston, formerly of Hughes Springs will be Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at 11 AM at Hughes Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Hughes Springs with Rev. George Hartsfield officiating. Burial will be at Love Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. Lillie Mae Wilson was born October 29, 1907 to the parents of Will Eubanks and Anna Traylor and she departed this life June 18, 2010 in Houston, TX. She united in holy matrimony to Rev. James Wilson. To this union, eight children were born. She was a faithful and dedicated member of Hughes Chapel Baptist Church most of her life. Later in life she relocated to Dallas, TX where she united with Greater Mount Hebron Baptist Church in Oak Cliff. She served faithfully in the church until her health began to fail. Throughout her life, she was always willing to lend a helping hand and extend positive words of encouragement to others. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. James McKinley Wilson and her eldest son, Junior Lee and her eldest daughter, Rosie Lee. She leaves to cherish her memory three sons Willie S. (Mary) Wilson, of Dallas, Carl (Charlotte) Wilson, of Houston and David Wilson of Houston; three daughters Mary Davis of Dallas, Dortha (Michael) Wilson-Jackson, of Rowlett, and Jo Ann Simpson, of Houston; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Mrs. Wilson will lie in state Tuesday, June 22nd afternoon and evening at the funeral home in Hughes Springs. Tribute to Mama Lillie To the Eulogist The Officiating Pastor To the Pulpit in its entirety and all of Gods Children gathered here today. Thank you for coming to Mamas Celebration. We especially want to thank Hughes Chapel Missionary Baptist Church which has been so gracious through out this period of bereavement. Lillie. Beautiful like the flower after which she was named. Proverb 31, Verse 10 ask Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies. Mama was a virtuous woman. She demonstrated the fruits of the spiritfaith, love, hope, joy, and courage. So often we hear today about the modern supermoms who clean the house, fix meals, and take the kids to soccer practice. These stay-at-home moms. Mama was the original supermom. Mama could sewShe made grown men suits and little girl dresses. She pierced ladies ears and cut mens hair. She grew flowers and she grew corn. She delivered babies. She delivered baby calves. She milked cows, slopped hogs, butchered them, and she dressed the meat. She planted the fields and reaped the harvest. She did these things and more, and still she worked. Mama could cook every thing and she often took the time to prepare our favorite dishesthe boiled rutabagas for daddy, the fried corn for me, the baked sweet potatoes for Carl, made tomato soup for Mary ( I can still smell this soup on chilly evenings. Mama was strong. She was a match for all of her boys in their wrestling matches. Mama liked to play with her children. I remember how Willie and David would cry out when she got the best of them in playAll right Mama, Let me go Mama. Her children were her joy. We were her love. Mama loved all children, and she would feed the whole neighbor hood and find opportunities to delight them. Mama fed everybody, even the hungry travelers who showed up at our back door begging for a piece of breadthere were many riding the railroad tracks that ran in front of our house in my early years. But Mama didnt play. She was a combination of tough love and mother wit. And Mama did have eyes in the back of her head. She taught us many important life lessons through the use of words and examples. Dont take no wooden nickels. Life surely will hand you some; you cant spend them. Mama didnt tolerate fools. There was one lesson I learned from Mama that has served me well. I was driving Mama from the Center she used to go to every day when she showed me a store that she would walk to from that Center. I remarked to Mama, Mama, you cant be going to that store; that store is too far. Mama looked at me, somewhat expressionless and saidYou dont have to walk it all at once. You can walk part of the way, stop, then walk some more. I never forgot that. So! When something seems too hard, or the way seems too far, or the way gets kind of dark, I remember what Mama said. You dont have to do all of it at once, go part of the way and rest; then go some more. Dont give up. Rest a while then go some more. Mama was strong. Mama was wise. Mama was a virtuous woman. Mama was talented. She created her own masterpieces in Willie and Mary, and in Carl. But she really outdid herself in that little Jo Ann and in David. Jo AnnWhose loving home sheltered and cherished her for nearly fifteen years, whose small hands grew rough and weary but never gave out. Jo Ann/ David. Mama. Her time came and she had to go. So now we stand with broken hearts and wish her God speed as she enters the loving embrace of Daddy and all of those who have gone on beforeJunior Lee and Rosie and Gregory, and Aunt Thelma, and Willie James and all of the rest. Big Mama must be there. I can feel her joy. I can imagine it all as in the words of the old song: Sit down servant-\I cant sit down. Sit down Servant--/I cant sit down. Sit down Servant--/I cant sit down. I just got to heaven and I cant sit down. Sit down--/Rest your weary soul. Sit down--/Your troubles are no more. Sit down--/Rest your weary soul/ Lord, She just got to Heaven and she cant sit down. Expression of Thanks The Wilson Family wishes to express its gratitude to the Reeder-Davis Funeral Home, Inc. for the excellent service it provided. You made every attempt to meet our needs at the time of our bereavement, and you succeeded. We thank you. Dortha N. Wilson-Jackson Daughter June 24, 2010

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  1. When life becomes a vacant space of memories, we can alway full it with the greatness of strength that we gleam from her. Though the body is with the Lord the things that she taught us is still with us. Rest in peace

  2. To David and the entire Wilson family, my sisters,Cathy, Doris, and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy. May God bless all of you.

  3. Tall, strong and beautiful red-skinned lady. That's how I will always remember you Mama Lillie. Save me a seat at the table.

  4. David, JoAnn and Family,May the Lord grant you peace during this difficult time! I have always been impressed with the level of care that you all have provided for your Mother. Now she is safe with Jesus.

  5. On behalf of the Davis family in South Carolina, we pray that "Mama Lillie" will rest in peace and that the family will take comfort in the beautiful legacy she has left behind. May God be with you all.

  6. You and David Are in our thoughts and prayers. And again what great children you displayed!!

  7. Yes LordI am the great grandson of Lillie Mae Wilson whom I know affectionately as my "Mama Lillie". About 8 years ago my family and I went to celebrate 4th of July at my Aunt Dot's home in Rowlett Texas. When we arrived the usual holiday festivities were underway such as bbq, games and the sharing of old stories. Prior to eating I wondered in the back room to look for Mama Lillie. As I entered I found this tall, strong and beautiful red-skinned lady sitting in a chair gazing at me. With joy in my heart I called her name, "Mama Lillie", but I got no answer. I wondered to myself if she knew who was standing in front of her. As I helped her to the front room I wondered if she knew any of the other people in the house. Mama Lillie sat gazing into the vast opening of the room while the rest of the family gathered around the table to bless the food. When everyone was quiet, my Uncle Willie began to pray. While he was asking the LORD to bless our time together, Mama Lillie began to ask the LORD to bless our time together as well. I opened my eyes and watched this tall, strong and beautiful red-skinned lady pour out her soul in prayer to her GOD. This lady who did not recognize her great grandson or anyone else in the room was able to recognize the ONE that matters most, GOD! I learned a big lesson from the quiet and still heart of my grandmother that day. That although our minds may grow weary and tired at the end of our days we can still rest assure that our spirits will know GOD. I love you Mama Lillie. Save me a seat at the table I will be there one day.

  8. Jo & David,We want to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your Dear Mother. You have been excellent examples of how children should "honor their parents"; and as neighbors, you are the best! We love you.

  9. She was a virtuous woman more valuable than rubies or gold to her husband, her children, and her community.

  10. The entire staff at Jalstad Healthcare Services will like to send our condolences to the family of Ms. Wilson. She was a fighter and was in no hurry to leave her loved ones. We were able to service her for few years but we noticed right away how strong and beautiful this lady was, we called her the "Duracell Bunny" because she kept going and going.REST IN PEACE MAMA!

  11. To David M. Wilson and Family,To be absent in the body is to be present in the Lord. It is with sincere sympathy that I extend a heartfelt word of encouragement to each of you. I know your loss is felt deeply in your hearts; but take joy in knowing that God is in control. As Christians, we know that we must make that transition to meet our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The legacy of your mother will forever be sketched in your hearts. Cherish the memories as they will never fade. To God Be The Glory For The Things He Has Done. You are forever in my prayers–take comfort in the Word of God. Be Blessed!Carrie E. Coleman

  12. Jo Ann & FamilyThinking of MAMA Lillie reminds us of the verses of this poem."To Those I Love and To Those Who Love Me"Now that I am gone, release me;let me go. I have so many things to see and do. You must not tie your self to me with tears. 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 have shown. But now, it is time I traveled on alone. So grieve a while for me, if grief you must, Then let your grief be confronted with trust. Please find these thoughts as a source of strenth and comfort. In Loving Memory

  13. "At this time of grief, we pray that as always that you continue to look to the heavens from which cometh all your help. And may God grant each of us the peace, strength and comfort in this time of mourning. Take God's hand and let Him lead you is our prayer."

  14. To My Mom,Taking care of you has been my greatest joy. To see you smile, to see you turn and show that you were there; comforted me most of all. My love for you will be there always. If I had the opportunity to do it again, I would change nothing. Love Always,Jo Ann

  15. To the Wilson Family. "Blessed be…the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation."-2 Corinthians 1:3,4

  16. I've been truly blessed to have Mama Lillie in my life. At a young age she enstilled old school values in me that still apply to life nowadays. I'm sad that she is gone, but I'm happy that she's with the Lord. She was a true example of a strong woman and a faithful servant to the Lord. They just don't make 'em like her anymore.She put up a strong fight to live until all her earthly work was done. A Wonderful lady. I love you Mama Lillie.

  17. All that is in me has been influenced, either directly or indirect, by your indomitable spirit. Like the lighthouse standing ashore, your spirit has constantly provided me with the reassurance that I can make it through anything set before me. Your life, in all its complexities, will symbolize, for me, perseverance, strength, pragmatism, faith in a merciful God, and love. You are the keystone that sets the foundations for our family, and the life that you lived will provide me with priceless memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life. From those memories, nothing compares to the warmth that you provided each visitor to your home and nothing can replace the stories you told that could once fascinated a childs imagination. You loved your family without any qualification necessary. Thus, today, Wednesday, June 23, 2010, we return that love as we honor your life on your homecoming, and take with us, from this homecoming your memory and enduring spirit that should exemplify pride for many future generations of our family. Love Always, Your Grandson, Dwayne J. Simpson

  18. Mom lilly you were the one who gave me my faith that i could do anything in lift you where the one i was happy to come home to. you where the i was happy to see. you where the one could no one take me from,and it was a joy to help mom jo truning oyu every two hours of the day. and most people say i did it for the money but to i did it out of the kindness of my heart. i miss those days when we had to trun her and she always was holding on to something so we could not trun her. i was there when she passed on. it was peaceful but to me it was like my whole life pass before my eyes. i lost the best grandmother i every had i will always love her no matter were she go, he will always be in MY HEART.

  19. Ms. Simpson,Please accept condolences on behalf of the Johnson family. You have shown remarkable strength in caring for your mother. What an honor. Our greatess gift is Love. Bless you and know that we are here for you anytime. Dennis Johnson and Patricia Johnson

  20. May our hearts continue to be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as we celebrate a life well lived. You will always live in our hearts. We love you Mama Lillie. Your granddaughters

  21. May our hearts continue to be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times as we celebrate a life well lived. You will always live in our hearts. We love you Mama Lillie, your granddaughters

  22. Mrs. Lillie I will never forget u as lone as I live,U keep me in line as a kid and was always there for me. I love u dearly and hope to see u some day. I wii never forget the things u taught they are paying off BIG. LOVE ALWAYS James Steven Turner

  23. some times i miss how u my all of us in the house laugh i now i am not their none the less at ur funural i just want u back every now and then i can still hear ur giving momma joe a hard time and u start to laugh and grap at her i now that olivia misses u and so do victory and momma joe i wish that i could had saw u before u pass over and told u i love u i miss u and ur always on my mind


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