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Rubye Durden Obituary

RUBYE DURDEN, age 87, went to be the LORD on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008 in a Dallas hospital. She is preceded in death by her parents, Rev. and Mrs. C. H. Durden, former pastor and wife of Greater Mt. Moriah MBC in Clinton Park and her daughter, Brenda Johnson. She was a Christian, who loved to sing about the LORD. Shortly after her retirement as an HISD educator, she moved to Dallas. She was a faithful member of The Potter's House until her health failed. Her #1 priority was sharing the love of the LORD with others and saving souls as an Apostle of JESUS CHRIST for 45 years. Precious memories will be cherished by her son, Frank Johnson, Jr., her daughters- Grecian Holley and Linda Cullins, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great granchildren, family and friends. A Celebration of the Life and Legacy for Apostle Rubye Durden will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008 at The Potter's House with Bishop T.D. Jakes officiating. Interment will follow at Laurel Land, Dallas, Texas. Service entrusted to Cooper and Wilson Funeral Home 3114 MLK Dallas, TX 75215 Tel. 214-421-9774

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Dec. 18, 2008.

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Jerald Sidney

December 20, 2008

To the Durden and Haynes family, my prayers are with you. Mama Durden have fought a good fight, finished her course, and have kept the faith. Now she awaits her crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give her at that day. Family, keep your heads lifted before the Lord because God is willing and able to do the impossible.

Anthony & Bonnie Brown

December 19, 2008

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Karen Llewellyn

December 19, 2008

Hello

I had the honor of meeting Rubye the summer of 08. I thought of her often. I will miss her but know she is in a much better place.

Linda Ivy Howard

December 19, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Deborah, Emma, Andrea Scott and Williams Families

December 19, 2008

Grecian, Linda and family, we share your sadness in the loss of Aunt Rubye. You know we know what it's like to lose a mother. But we also know that brighter days are ahead for those gone on and for those of us left behind. And after we all see Jesus, we shall meet up with them again. God Bless and we love you!

Maxcine Watson

December 19, 2008

To My Dallas Family,
I thank God and all of you for sharing "Mama Durden" with me. Because of her many of us who remain will with Holy boldness continue to witness for Him. Talking to God about you, and we know He hears and answers.
Love and Prayers,

Stella James Bryant

December 19, 2008

To the entire family of MaMa Rubye, and most of all my son, Frank III, I feel priviledged to be apart of this family. May God bless each of you.

Teresa Steward

December 19, 2008

To the family saints and friends it with the love of God and his infinite will that finds you in precious memories of your loved one yet in sorrow but also rejoicing in a life worth spent in doing the ministry God called her to do and in that day she''ll hear Him say, well done thou good and faithful servant. Rest in the peace of God!

Tempie Ann James/ Thompson

December 19, 2008

I pray that the Lord continue to watch over and bless each of you. God knows we are all better people today, because we knew and loved her.


Houston, Texas

Chaplain Detra Carmichael

December 18, 2008

To The Family of Mother Durden,
We are grateful for the time spent with this precious "Woman of God." Our prayers are with you. Thank you so very much for sharing her with us; Her smile, her words of encouragement, her hugs, and the special earrings she gave to me!Take as much time as you need to get through this... We will be here for you!

Clevie Wooten

December 18, 2008

Sunshine fades and shadow falls but sweet remebrance outlast all.
Precious in the sight of the lord is in death of his saints.Psalms 116: 15 Love and prayer to all.
Dorothy Harrison, Clevie Gillette Wooten

Earl Dunnam

December 18, 2008

To the family of Mrs. Rubye Durden
Johnson. Mrs. Johnson as I knew her at Texas Southern University, she the President of The Future Teachers of America.The good we saw in her The love we received from her. Now give us the strength and courage to leave her in your Promise of eternal life.

As Ever
Bishop Earl B. Dunnam, Retired

Clevie Wooten

December 18, 2008

Sunshine fades and shadow falls, but sweet remebrance outlast all.
Precious in the sight of the lord is in death of his saints.Psalms 116: 15

Love and prayer to all.
Dorothy Harrison, Clevie Gillette Wooten

Dr. Dotti L. Jones

December 18, 2008

Frank, Grecian, Linda and Frank III:

We all were blessed by the presence of Mrs. Johnson (as I knew her) in our lives. Now we can look forward to that great reunion when we all get together..."what a time, what a time, what a time."

Larry & Linda Bell

December 18, 2008

Love to Linda, Ann, Velda, T-Square, Elkie and the Family,

I met Mother Ruby in the Ladies Room of the Potter's House. We met under unusual and hilarious circumstances. My family loved her so much. We will never forget her Christian perspective and love during our son's illness. We will miss her so much.

Love,
Larry, Linda, Brian & Lauren Bell
Lori and Marisa Ibarra

Nelda (Richards) Hudson

December 18, 2008

Grecian and Linda,

I pray you find peace and strength, in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, in your time of bereavement. Sis. Rubye was truly committed to her work for the Lord. I was always blessed by her magnificent singing and teaching. My prayers are with you all and the entire family.

Your sister in Christ

Dr. Michael G. Ford

December 18, 2008

Frank, Grecian & Linda:

Blessings are upon each of you as we celebrate the live and legacy of your mother. We are especially blessed by the fellowship, worship and stewardship of your parents. I look forward to reacquaintance with them both during the glorious resurrection.

Love & prayers,
Michael

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