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Theodosia McKery Obituary

Theodosia "Teddie" McKery Jul. 15, 1928 - Oct. 31, 2010 Resident of Oakland It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Missionary Teddie McKery on October 31, 2010. Missionary McKery was the co-founder of Young Voice Mission in Oakland, CA, where she faithfully served the community for over 40 years. Her ministries focused on helping those in need spiritually and economically. From the mission, several churches developed. Her support and influence extended overseas as well to fellow ministries in Africa, Haiti, Brazil, and Jamaica. She is survived by her three children - Bernestine Benton, Melvin Carter, Pastor Paul McKery; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren, all of the Bay Area. She will also be greatly missed by a large extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins, and members of her Christian and church community. Family and friends are invited to services and gatherings celebrating her life. Visitation is from 12 noon on Friday, November 5, at C.P. Bannon Mortuary, 6800 International Blvd, Oakland, with a "Celebration of Life" service from 5:30 -8:00 p.m. The Homegoing Service will be Saturday, November 6, 10:00 a.m. at Havenscourt Community Church, 1444 Havenscourt Blvd., Oakland. A Repast following the service will be at East Oakland Senior Center, 9255 Edes Ave., Oakland. Burial service will be held on Monday, November 8, 12:30 p.m. at Evergreen Cemetery, 6450 Camden St., Oakland. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be sent to the Young Voice Mission, P.O. Box 5294, Oakland, CA 94605, so that Missionary McKery's work may continue. C.P. Bannon (510) 632-1011

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Published by Inside Bay Area from Nov. 3 to Nov. 5, 2010.

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Valerie Johnson

July 17, 2017

Sister Teddy was a wonder woman I live in one of her home for 18 months. She welcome me in like I was her daughter. Sister Teddy you will be greatly missed

Gwendolyn Johnson

November 10, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Kevin & Delores Crachian

November 5, 2010

To Pastor Paul Mckery and family our prayers are with you and the family. We know that you know that your mother's work was done and she is now at rest. Love and prayers are with and your family.The Crachian Family.

Nakisha Clayton

November 5, 2010

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family Aunt Teddy will truly be missed. know she's in a better place and,I know it doesn't lessen the pain, but take comfort in knowing she's in the arms of the almighty.

Love, Ja'Mari Collins (Great- niece) and kisha

Elneattra Johnson

November 4, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

elizabeth robinson edwards

November 4, 2010

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

Ed &Luella Johnson

November 3, 2010

Sending our condolences to Mother McKery family may god give you strength to get through this difficult time.

November 3, 2010

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

Diane Fisher

November 3, 2010

Mother McKery knowing you was short and sweet. I will always keep your hugs, kisses and smile in my memory bank.

To Bunnie, Melvin and Pastor McKery, you all have my sincere and deepest sympathy for I surely know how it feels to lose a Mother. What a legacy she left behind!

Jackie Collins

November 3, 2010

Aunt Teddie you have helped so many people over your life span. You helped all of your family members and everyone else you meet you made them your family as well. We will truely miss you.

Debora Faniel

November 3, 2010

It was a pleasure knowing such a strong Christian woman. Bunny, Melvin and Pastor McKery, thanks for sharing her.

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November 2, 2010

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