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Ivy Eskridge Obituary


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ESKRIDGE, Ivy IVY WALSH ESKRIDGE Ivy Walsh Eskridge, of Regency House, Decatur, passed away, March 2, 2010, having lived over 90 years. She and her husband Al Walsh were Canadians who served in The Salvation Army. When they answered the Lord's calling to musical evangelism, they moved to Atlanta and joined 1st Baptist Church, Decatur. They traveled around the country and world singing the Gospel of Jesus Christ and produced a number of recordings. Following Al's passing, she married Clay Eskridge in 1976. He preceded her in death. She was a member of Rehoboth Baptist Church since 1970 where she sang in the choir and was a faithful Sunday School Teacher for many years. She is survived by a number of nieces and nephews and one step-daughter, Linda Kimble. Celebration of Life Service will be held at Rehoboth Baptist Church on Monday, March 8, 2010 at 11:00 AM. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to the service at the church from 10:00 - 11:00 AM. Arrangements by Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory, Lilburn/Tucker Chapel. (770) 564-2726

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Mar. 6, 2010.

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Todd Orshoski

February 29, 2024

Todd Orshoski pastor at regency house she never missed a service can´t wait to see her in glory

Todd Orshoski

April 26, 2023

Ivy was the first life celebration I ever conducted what a witness she was to all of us I will see you soon

March 6, 2010

My Sympathies to your family and friends at this time of loss.

You have a Comforter, The High and Lofty One. Isaiah 57:15 He can indeed “revive the heart of the ones being crushed.”

:) Tia

Sharon Hunt

March 6, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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