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Alice Artis Obituary

Artis, Alice G. ALBANY Alice Gray Artis, 80, of Albany, N.Y. passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Teresian House Nursing Home. She was born in Warsaw, N.C. on August 20, 1931. Alice was the daughter of the late Johnnie Herring and Sendonia Mott and was raised in love by Sendonia and James Mott. She attended CW Dobbins High School in Wallace, N.C. through 11th grade and helped take care of her 12 siblings. Alice was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ, 562 Clinton Ave, Albany, Pastor Herman Thomas Jr., for more than 50 years. She enjoyed the gospel whether it was the preached word or gospel music. Alice was married to the late Ivory C. Artis for 33 years before his death in 1995. In addition to her parents and husband, Alice was predeceased by her son, Ivory Artis Jr.; brothers, Willie Mott, Frank Mott, Walter Mott and sister Lacey Mott. Alice is survived by her sisters, Geraldine Thompson, Myrtle Battle (Jessie), Doris Herring (James), Rosia Mott, Hazel Ware (Jerry), Brenda Woods (Clayton); brothers, Earl Mott (Joanne), and Ronnie Glen Mott (Jackie); seven children, son, Ronald Tillery (Joyce); daughters, Annette Smith (Ellis), Wanda Yarbor (James), Diana Bonner (Delroy), Beverly Artis, Sonya Artis and Toneka Owens (Eric); 19 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, two goddaughters, Barbara Williams and Tasha Mackey and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral services will be Friday, April 20 at 11 a.m. at the Metropolitan New Testament Missionary Baptist Church, 105 Second St., Albany. Calling hours will precede the service from 9 to 11 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in Evergreen Memorial Park, Colonie. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAlbany.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Apr. 19, 2012.

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Mahiri

May 14, 2012

Grandma,
One month ago you were taken from Earth to be with the Lord. I think about you everyday and I wish I could have kept you here on Earth longer. I just hope you keep looking over your family.
I love you and will always miss you.

sonya artis

May 8, 2012

Miss u mommy <3 Rest n paradise my angel

sonya artis

May 8, 2012

Just sitting here looking at your pics n hearing that unique voice of yours n that special laugh how i miss it mommy.i know ur n a better place n happy now.im standing strong the way u taught me 2 b but its so hard im gonna b ok cause i know ur with me all the time.I love u angel n rest n paradise.gone but never forgotten luv your daughter sonya MWAHH good night

diane brown

April 26, 2012

My sincere condolence goes out to the family on your loss...may you find comfort knowing that Sister Alice is at peace. She will always be with you in heart and spirit another angel to watch over you. GOD Bless

Lucy Machia

April 24, 2012

My condolences to the family. I did not get to meet her but she was in my heart. I know that she is in all of your hearts, thoughts and prayers. Gone but not forgotten. One day we will share some ribs together. I will be looking foward to that day.

Shahmeeka

April 24, 2012

Grandma,
Forever in my heart you will never depart. Thank you for making me see things clearer. Sunday I felt your spirit in the air. I miss you so much and its hard listening to your voicemails but sometimes I just want hear ” shahmeeka call grandma. :-)

Toneka Owens

April 23, 2012

Mommy,

It's been a week now but it's still hard to believe that you are gone. I'm thankful that God blessed me with you. Thank you for all of the sacrifices you made for me. Thank you for your unconditional love. Thank you for raising me to be the woman that I am today. Thank you for teaching me about the love of Jesus. I love you and miss you.

Love always your baby girl!

Dianna Wilson

April 23, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May the times that you all shared keep the memories of your Angel with you always.

Stephanie Perry

April 23, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are continuously with your family as God continues to wrap his arms around you, embrace the memories that bring you comfort and joy.

Nikki Ray

April 22, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. Love to you all...

Mahiri

April 22, 2012

Grandma, My heart still hurts but i will be fine. I know that you are in heaven watching over your family. We love you and we miss you. Love your Grandaughter.

Mae Sydnor

April 22, 2012

I would like to express my heartfelt sympathy to Glen, Jackie, Beverly and the entire family, during your time of sorrow. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Mrs. Margaret (Lamar) King

April 21, 2012

Please accept my condolences at this time of such great loss. You are in my thoughts.

Beverly Artis

April 21, 2012

My words cannot express the pain and sorrow felt since the day God chose you as flower in his heavenly garden. Please continue to watch over Shahmeeka, Myself and the rest of your family. You will be forever loved and missed. REST IN PEACE.

Your Loving Daughter,
Beverly

Deirdre Patterson

April 21, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

April 20, 2012

Dear Wanda, James and family you have my deepest sympathy and prayers. God be with you all at this hour.

Shahmeeka chaney-Artis

April 20, 2012

Today is the day we lay you to rest. Grandma You mean so much to me and I will always be greatful for all that you've done. I love and miss you

Yvonne Ross

April 20, 2012

To the Artis Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Continue to look to the Lord for strength and he will see you through.

Laurel McAdoo

April 19, 2012

To Wanda and my other sisters as well as the rest of the Artis family. This pain will pass but the memories will live on forever in your hearts and minds. Keep your moms spirit alive and hold her in the light and know that I am here for you.
-laurel

Bettina McGill

April 19, 2012

Artist Family,
My sympathy is with you all. I pray that God gives you strength to get through the loss of a person that was so special. I remember going to Mrs. Artis house when she lived on Third St. She was always nice to me. I have experienced the pain of losing a mother and grandmother so coming from the heart, give yourself time to grieve. Life will go on but you will never forget the impact Mrs. Artist had on each one of you. Her spirit will live on. Try to think about good memories when you get sad. Take one day at a time and hold on to God 's unchanging hand.


Shameeka's Aunt

Shahmeeka chaney-Artis

April 19, 2012

To my beloved grandmother
For 26 years you've been apart of my life and I would like to thank you for all that you've done for me . I love and miss you

Yolanda Bostic Williams

April 19, 2012

Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Artis family. Wanda, if you need anything, please know that we're here anytime day or night. May God comfort and keep all of you at this time.

April 19, 2012

To the Artis Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, may God comfort and keep you.

Carolyn Ross

tracey jackson

April 19, 2012

To the family may God comfort you and keep you in his arms through your time of sorrow love you all the Gantt family

Dawn Ibrahim

April 19, 2012

To sister Wanda & brother James Yarbor, so sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort and keep you. Dawn Johnson and family.

Kim Johnakin-Lyons

April 19, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Debbie Bethea

April 19, 2012

Prayers and thoughts are w/all of you! Be encouraged for God will take care of us all! Her love , her smiles , the laughs that we shared will be forever in our hearts!

Retha Brown

April 19, 2012

To The Family of Ms. Alice,
I extend my deepest condolences to the entire family. I had the pleasure of meeting and spending time with Ms. Alice when she was located at the Glendale Nursing Home. The first time we met is when Capital District Assembly#60 went to Glendale N.H. to serve a home cooked meal to some of the clients. Once she got a taste of the Collard Greens she perked right up and asked for a second serving. It was our pleasure to be able to make a difference in her day.


Retha M. Brown
Past Loyal Lady Ruler
Capital District Assembly No. 60, The Order of The Golden Circle

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