Age 56, of Eastlake, passed away Sat. Dec. 16th. Funeral service Sat. Dec. 23rd at 11:00 AM from Greater New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 4113 – Inglenook Street, Birmingham. Burial in Elmwood Cemetery. Viewing Friday 1-7 PM. Arrington Funeral Home, Inc. Directing.
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Bernice, wow my friend, I cant believe it's been a year since you left us. Continued peaceful R.I.H, you will never be forgotten.
Mamie Stewart
Friend
December 16, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family. May God "comfort your hearts" during this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
January 20, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the Smith/Mitchell family. I am so sorry for loss of Bernice. Stay lifted up to God he will keep you all strong at this time!
Elaine Buckhana
Neighbor
December 25, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. May God provide the comfort and strength that your family needs at this difficult time (Matthew 5:4). Your family will be in my prayers.
December 23, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the Smith/Mitchell family. I am so, so sorry for the loss of your love one. May GOD give you strength and comfort you during this most difficult time.
Ruth Walker
December 22, 2017
Bernice was a beautiful person inside and out and her smile bring out the love and passion for others. She was a very loving and caring friend. Annette..Betty and family I love you all praying that GOD strengthen your hearts. Love Twynette and Family
Twynette Thomas
Sister
December 22, 2017
Blessed to have known such a sweet spirit. She will be misssed deeply. Our condolences to the family.
Rev. Earl, Veronica, and Keon Carson
December 22, 2017
Praying that God will strengthen the family and you all will get through this loss.
Kathy Bishop
December 22, 2017
A true friend that I have known for 31 years. Bernice you will be missed. May GOD Bless and comfort. LOVE Forsetta McCord.
Forsetta McCord
December 22, 2017
I MISS SEEN YOUR FACE EVERY SUNDAY MY FRIEND LOT LOVE R I P U ALWAY BE WITH US
GERTHA CARNATHAN
December 22, 2017
BERNICE WILLIAM SHAFT.T.THEMAN IS GOING TOO MISSED U ÀND THAT SWEET HEAVENLY SMILE U LIGHT UP MY WORLD WHEN I SEE IT NOW U IS UP IN HEAVENLY HEAVEN SMILING DOWN WITH THAT SAME SMILE BÈRNICE REST IN THE ANGELS ARMS I WILL BE. SADDED BUT GOD CALLED U HOME TO BE WITH HIM AND HIS SON AND FOR U TO SING IN THE HEAVENLY CHURCH ,BERNICE WILLIAM SHAFT.T.THEMAN IS GOING TOO MISSED U ÀND THAT SWEET HEAVENLY SMILE U LIGHT UP MY WORLD WHEN I SEE IT NOW U IS UP IN HEAVENLY HEAVEN SMILING DOWN WITH THAT SAME SMILE BÈRNICE REST IN THE ANGELS ARMS I WILL BE. SADDED BUT GOD CALLED U HOME TO BE WITH HIM AND HIS SON AND FOR U TO SING IN THE HEAVENLY CHURCH
WILLIAM Shaft T Pritchette
December 22, 2017
Earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal. Keeping the family in my prayers.
Sherri Toney
December 21, 2017
SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SPIRIT.SUCH A WARM SMILE.YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED.REST NOW IN OUR SAVIOR'S ARMS.YOUR FORMER CO-WORKER, ROBBIE EILEEN HOWARD
December 21, 2017
Annette & Family,
May you find Comfort in knowing that you all are in my thoughts & prayers! It was only June 2017 that we were in D.C. & we all created fond memories. So may the memories of Bernice live on in your hearts!
Victoria Steele
December 21, 2017
Keeping your family in my prayers. Bernice had such a beautiful spirit. Will truly be missed.
Felita Watkins
December 21, 2017
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Tykeia McNeil
December 21, 2017
May your heart and soul find peace and comfort, during your time of bereavement..
With Deepest Sympathy.
Jessie Means
Regions Bank
December 21, 2017
Worked with her at SouthTrust. Such a sweet lady. Thoughts and prayers to her and her family. Gone to soon.
Sandra Bice
December 21, 2017
Thanking Almighty God for the gift of memory as I will always remember a beautiful person that lived as Bernice. Bernice, a beautiful life that lives on.
Norma DeEtta Allen
December 21, 2017
Praying for the family. May God give you strength during this difficult time. Lean on Him.
- Hayes High Class of 1980.
Patience Walker Davis
December 21, 2017
My heartfelt condolences to the family.You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Bernice, Rest In Heaven girl, I will truly miss you my friend!
Mamie R. Stewart
December 21, 2017
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