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Brian Sykes
August 30, 2022
What a school legend. You were the first teacher who could teach, make you laugh, and discipline you all at once. You are missed. My condolences to to the family
Danielle Minters
September 26, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family!!!! Ms. Eggerson was a very good teacher and truly a nice lady who always made you laugh. I have some very good memories of her that I will cherish. Showing much love for Eggo...Class of 98
September 23, 2009
"Kim and Jocelyn are prayers are with you. Your mom was sooo very special to us. She will truly be missed." Love, Button and Family (Nashville, TN)
September 23, 2009
Ms. Eggerson was my favorite. She was truly loved, especilly by her football players. She was always at the games in Tiger Sprit! May God Keep the family in his arms!
Love,
Rod Mitchell C/O 92
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Brian Bassett
September 21, 2009
I feel very blessed to have become part of this loving family that she is the center of. She called everyone she liked Boo Boo, but she called me Boo Boo number 2.LOL. Jocelyn and Kim I appreciate your friendship and if there is anything we can do just let us know.
Love,
Boo Boo #2, Jacqui, and Chris
September 21, 2009
My special friend Gloria will always live in my heart. We had a special bond from 1967. I love you Gloria. I love you Jocelyn, Kim and little Michael.
Soror Ora Lee
Jocelyn Eggerson
September 20, 2009
Wow! Thanks again so much for all the support and the sweet memories. It feels so good to remember her this way. How I wish I could read a post about her everyday. It was tough today. I still feel like she just went down the street to get me some Xaby's (lol). I'm sure if she could, that would be some greaaaaat chicken (really lol). Mom's sense of joy still lingers on in us. She would laugh really hard at this Xaby's joke b/c that was our joint! Because I trust in the sovereignty of our precious Lord, Jesus Christ, I have a peace that passes all understanding. I will be forever thanking Him for how He blessed us with such a strong mother. She truly fulfilled her assignment as such. So, for all you who may be sad, remember dinner at Xaby's cannot compare to the marraige supper of the Lamb. Let us continue to press. . . On behalf of the fam - Thanks always. . . Love U! TOOT! TOOT!
Blanche Walls
September 19, 2009
To Jocelyn and Kim. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys at the time.
edward clayton
September 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 19, 2009
To the family of Ms.Eggerson...She was a wonderful lady with a good good heart she was my algebra teacher at Whitehaven and boy will she be missed she was one of my favorite teachers and when i say i loved going to her class i did because not only would i get what i was suppose to get but also a good laugh..when you get to the pearly gates Ms.Eggerson you will have them rolling..To the family keep your heads up..Your mom was a joy to alot of people...Danette Bingham Whitehaven High c/o 88
September 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. You will never be forgotten. PASTOR B.E. BRANCH AND FAMILY. "THE LITTLE CHURCH THAT GOES TOOT TOOT"! LIVING BY THE WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER.
DaWanda Fultz
September 18, 2009
I never had the pleasure of being in Ms. Eggerson class, but as a student @ WHS everyone knew her she was a sweet and very funny lady. Jocelyn you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Whitehaven High School 1993
Kay Cunningham
September 18, 2009
Jocelyn and Kim,
Your mom was an absolute joy to work with. If you were feeling down or bad, all you had to do is go to Ms. Eggerson's room and she would have you cracking up in no time. I regret not keeping in touch with her after she retired, but I often think about the good times we had at Whitehaven back in the eighties and nineties. She loved you girls and she was very proud of both of you!
God bless you both!
Kay Cunningham
Secretary (Whitehaven High School)
1985-2002
Michaela Hill
September 18, 2009
My condolences go out to the Eggerson family. I grew up with Ms. Eggerson's youngest daughter (Kimberly) and got a chance to see how much she loved not only her but also her oldest daughter. I am really saddened by the news of her passing. She was a great teacher and neighbor. She was always there for me when I needed help at school. I will always respect her and remember her for positive attitude and blunt honesty.
LOLA TODD C/O 95
September 18, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
September 18, 2009
MOTHER GLORIA WAS A SERIOUS CHURCH MOTHER THAT LOVE TO COOK CHICKEN IN HER FRY DADDY... AND SHE KNOW SHE COULD COOK SOME FIRE PINTO BEANS WITH THAT THICK FINGER LICKING GOOD JUICES OH, YEA IT WAS GOOD. JOCELYN, KIM AND MIKEY MOTHER AND GRANDMOMMA IS IN A FAR BETTER PLACE THAN THIS. SHE WALKING AROUND HEAVEN AND CALLING HER MAKER BOO-BOO (LOL) WITH HER HAND ON HER HIP. SHE INSPIRIED ME TO LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST AND GO GET WHAT YOU WANT. SHE WAS A BIG DREAMER THAT MADE IT POSSIBLE TO HAVE WHAT SHE WANT AND GOD DID THE IMPOSSIBLE AND SHE BELIEVED IN HIM TO WORK IT OUT AND HE DID JUST THAT. LOVE YA AND SEE YOU SOON
MINISTER LOUISE COWANS AND FAMILY
September 18, 2009
Jocelyn, Kim and Lil Michael,
Please know that all our hearts and prayers are with you as you deal with this difficult time. We send our love.
The Bledsoe/Taylor Family of Chicago
ASHLEY MANN- HIBBLER
September 18, 2009
I am a '97 graduate of Whitehaven and my fondest memories were in Ms Eggerson's class. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Eggerson's family and to her children Kim, and Jocelyn, whom she talked about all the time, My prayers go out to you. May God bless.
September 18, 2009
Sending my condolences to The Eggerson FAMILY during this time of sorrow. She had such a great sense of humor. I am so glad to have had the opportunity to be apart of her Geometry class during the 99-00 school year. She will be truly missed.~Emory Jones,Class of '03~
Patsy Brown
September 18, 2009
To Jocelyn and Kim,
I am Patsy, one of your mom's DELTA line sisters. I have been praying for you during this time of bereavement and will continue to lift you up in prayer that you will be strengthened for the tasks ahead. Live life to the fullest as your mother did and you will have all of your dreams fulfilled. Remember, nothing is too hard for God!
Shyra Johnson
September 18, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. She was a GREAT teacher and will remain in my heart!
Tevita Williams-Dumas
September 17, 2009
To the family of Mrs. Eggerson,
I was in her homeroom and she was just a joy. We truly loved her. May God Bless you and keep you strong during this difficult time. I am also proud to say that she was also my beautiful soror.
Tevita L. Williams-Dumas
Whitehaven Class of '88
September 17, 2009
I am '92 graduate of Whitehaven my prayers go out to Jocelyn and the entire family. Ms. Eggerson was best teacher, I have nothing but fond memories of her. She made Geometry fun, so that you wanted to come and learn. She will be truly truly missed. Fernita Conway (Olive Branch MS)
September 17, 2009
I am '92 graduate of Whitehaven my prayers go out to Jocelyn and the entire family. Ms. Eggerson was best teacher, I have nothing but fond memories of her. She made Geometry fun, so that you wanted to come and learn. She will be truly truly missed. Fernita Conway (Memphis, TN)
Jocelyn Eggerson
September 17, 2009
Our mother was truly a gift from God. It is amazing to see all the outpouring of love from all who knew her. She was also my (Jocelyn's) math teacher and she still gave me the "F" I deserved for midterms:). Fried chicken couldn't save me (lol). Today I feel like the daughter of a superstar, she was a natural born comedian. We are truly blessed to be her offspring. To you she was "Fro," "Eggo," and/or "BooBoo," but to us she was just Ma & Granny. We love her, but God loved her more. Thank you for your prayers and condolences. From our fam - Jocelyn, Kim, and Mikey. Love you BooBoos.
September 17, 2009
From sister-in-law Earma you will truely be missed. No one to eat Greens with :)
September 17, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to our niece and cousins Joycelyn and Kimberley
a link in a chain has been broken but we will always keep that link in our hearts
From the entire family of Wille Mae Eggerson (BamBam)
J Tucker
September 17, 2009
Certainly I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mrs. Eggerson. When I first came to Whitehaven High, Mrs. E came up to me and said "you must be one of those preachers?" and then gave me her famous introduction: "My name is Mrs. Eggerson, or Mrs. E, but you can just call me Eggie boo boo". You will be truly missed.
Demetria McCaster
September 17, 2009
To the wittiest geometry teacher I know. She made you want to go to her class and learn. I remember always being her "shabooboo" u know when she couldn't think of your name. My heartfelt prayers go out to the family.
c/o 93
Clyde E. "Gene" Currie
September 17, 2009
To Family of Mrs. Gloria Eggerson,
Thank you all for sharing her with us. She had very humorous ways of challenging her students to view "real life" situations. That was such a unique approach to teaching. I learned much more in my 8th grade Algebra class @ Riverview Jr. High from her than just mathematical equations. I actually learned how to be a respectable young man and a productive member of society. This is a lesson that I have been proud to pass on to my children; therefore, Gloria Eggerson's legacy lives on.
While we will all miss her, we can take comfort in knowing that she is resting peacefully in the Loving Arms of Our Heavenly Father.
Demetria McCaster
September 17, 2009
I am a 93 graduate of Whitehaven my heartfelt prayers go out to my teacher,Jocelyn my classmate, and the entire Eggerson family I have nothing but fond memories of geometry class she made me want to learn and being her "sha boo boo". A loving ,kind, and hilarious woman she will always remain.
Claudine Bobo-Wallace
September 17, 2009
Ms Eggerson had my son for Math. I was amazed at the control she had on her students with love and humor. She found a fun way to make them learn and when I found out about her love of fried chicken, I would send her a batch of fried chicken several times during that school year to thank her for taking the time for the interest she showed in making sure my son understood math.I just want her daughters and grandson to know what a beautiful person she was and the world will not be the same without her.
Dawn Salter
September 17, 2009
Ms. Eggerson was by far the best homeroom teacher I ever had. It was a joy to see her smiling face in the morning. She will be truly missed.
Dawn Scruggs Salter c/0 89
Chereka Hankins
September 17, 2009
Ms Eggerson will truly be missed. One of my funniest Math teachers. She made learning math fun!
September 17, 2009
Joycelyn, Kim and little Mikekie,
So,So sorry!!! we hold onto the sweet memories of your Mother and Granny!!!!
Loving you!!
Aunt Laura and Cousin Kendall
Vickie Miller Brown
September 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Ms. Eggerson will truly be missed. May GOD bless and keep you during this difficult time.
Patrice M. & Soror Patricia"Pat" M. Walton
September 17, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Theo Myers
September 17, 2009
When I think about Ms.Eggerson it brings a smile to my face,she was a very genuine woman and like everyones second mom @ Whitehaven High,she will truly be missed but never from our hearts and memory,take comfort in the promise of eternal life for her who is resting in the Lord. Whitehaven c/o 93
James & Mary (Glover) Binion
September 17, 2009
Please know that we share in your loss. Gloria was Mary's friend and classmate at Booker T. Washington and both our classmate and very good friend at LeMoyne-Owen College. We will forever cherish her friendship and fond memories from our days at LOC. Our prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow.
Gwen Long
September 17, 2009
As a former co-worker at Whitehaven HIgh School, I surely enjoyed Ms Eggie. She had a joke for every occasion and never let us forget her favorite food....chicken... I will miss her. I pray that God provides you with comfort and understanding.
Whitehaven High School Co-worker
Carolyn Jones
September 17, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Adrian Washington
September 17, 2009
My prayers are with the Eggerson family and I pray for your strength, comfort and peace at this time. Ms. Eggerson will be truly missed. May GOD continue to keep you all in His Loving arms at this time of bereavement.
Ericka Fair-Bacchus
September 17, 2009
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.
September 17, 2009
You will be truly missed, as you were one of the best math teachers that ever existed. I will miss your laughter, jokes, and smile. Most of all, I will miss your free spirited personality. I will forever cherish the good times we shared and those memories will linger in my heart forever. Catherine Vaughn-Banks (Memphis, TN)
Kim White Gillum
September 17, 2009
To the daughters, your mom was the funniest teacher I EVER had. She had such a great sense of humor but would quickly correct you in the same sentence. Her memory will definitely live on in my heart forever. My condolences are with you during this difficult time.
Whitehaven High c/o 1988
Carolyn Clinton-Allen
September 17, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
RODERIC FORD
September 17, 2009
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY. MISS EGGERSON WAS ONE OF MY FAVORITE TEACHERS. SHE TAUGHT ME LIFE SKILLS THAT WILL NEVER BE FORGOT. OUR COMMUNITY WILL NOT BE THE SAME WITH THE VOID OF SUCH A WARM CARING HUMAN BEING. EVERYONE WHO KNEW HER WAS BLESSED BY HER PRESENCE. REST ON BOO BOO SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE
REV.R.S.FORD
Cordelia Grayson
September 17, 2009
You will truly be missed. Your presence here on earth left your students with so many memories. We love you and I send my deepest sympathy to your family. You were truly loved.
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