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ITHACA - Ada P. Slowe, age 72 of Ithaca, a retired administrative assistant at Cornell University, died Saturday evening at Lakeside Nursing Home. Mrs. Slowe was born in Birmingham, Alabama, the daughter of the late Thomas and Georgia Lee Maye. She was the wife of the late Walter L. Slowe Sr. She was a well loved member of the community who welcomed everyone into her home and into her heart. Her door was always open to many and she loved her children and grandchildren.
Survivors include her four sons, Walter L. (Patty Keller) Slowe Jr., Edward A. Slowe Sr., Milford A. (Daitra Small) Slowe and Kevin E. Winston; two daughters, Aqeela S. (Khalil Y. Bey) Shakur and Melanie J. Winston; 25 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Slowe is predeceased by three grandchildren and her longtime companion.
Friends and family may call Friday from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11 a.m. at the Baptized Church of Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith, 412 First Street, Ithaca. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be made to the Breast Cancer Alliance.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ada Slowe
Edward Sr,Slowe
October 18, 2008
(Walter L Slowe Jr, Aqeela Shakur, Edward A.Slowe Sr,Milford Slowe,Melanie Winston,Kevin Winston) WE ARE FAMILY, We love you Momma!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
edward Slowe
October 18, 2008
Momma,Its been almost a year since you have went home,and with each passing day,I see you in the doorway each time I pass(515). I miss you more than life itself,and always wonder why........but I know why. Always know, that we will always love you.
Edward Slowe,Sr
December 31, 2007
Momma,
Everyday I see you looking down on us,guiding us through this time of need. We have as a family,as you have alwys taught us,to build the strength through us.As being the Mommas boy of the family,Its a very hard time for me,but your legacy lives on through us,as i see youtelling us you are at home now,and there is no suffering.Momma, always know that we will carry on your legacy,and until we meet again,the love that you have shown us unconditionly will live forever.Rest in peace,ADA P
Anonymous
November 15, 2007
"Mom" Slowe...the essence of unconditional love and acceptance...
May your spirit be blessed with peace and joy.
Sheryl N.
November 15, 2007
Momma Slowe you are greatly missed there isnt a day that goes by that I dont think of you.. I remember the first time I met you how you made Jonathan and I part of your family (then Amanda when she was born) it has stayed like that since that day.. We love you dearly and always will.
Sheryl, Jonathan, Amanda
LaChrissa Slowe - Cooper
November 11, 2007
Mom, It was a privelege and an honor for God to have granted you as my Grandmother and how grand the memories of you will always be and thank you for leaving such legacy. I'll love you always Lachrissa Slowe-Cooper.
autumn @family
November 11, 2007
sorry to hear of your loss my heart goes out to all.
Crystal Giles
October 31, 2007
I would like to express my sympathy to the Slowe Family. Ms. Ada was my backbone when I reached Ithaca Ny in 2002. My thoughts and Prayers go out to the family that I met and accepted me as part of the family.I remember cooking that special birhtday dinner for her and meeting the family who treated me like a sister. Keeping in touch with everyone of them and still sharing good times and good food. From my family to yours Ada will be missed but not forgotten in our hearts. There is a piece of her in all of us. miss you much ma.
Crystal Giles and Family
Sandra Payne
October 28, 2007
I last saw Ada in Chili's a few months ago. She was telling my son and I how much she was enjoying retirement. She told me she was enjoying traveling. She will greatly be missed. Evangelist
ada slowe
October 27, 2007
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.i miss you.
larry newby
October 26, 2007
walter debbie eddie mickey mel and man and the rest fo the family mom slowe was a mother too all of us on clinton st she will surely be missed love to you all your in my prayers
Priscilla Hudson
October 26, 2007
When I was a young girl, I thought I was the only person in the world to your grandmother. Aunt Georgia Lee is what we learned to call her. When I met Ada, I was happy to know that I wasn't. My first impresson of her was of love and caring. She made me feel as special as her mother had. I pray for your strength during this time. May God bless each of you. Another cousin,
Latisha Kuparinen
October 26, 2007
Even though youre gone, I know that your still here with us in our hearts. I know that I havent been able to come and visit you for a long long time now, but I love you with all of my heart grandma. My prayers are with you, and I hope that one day I will see you again. Your loving grandaughter, Latisha
Latisha Kuparinen
October 26, 2007
Grandma,
I'm going to miss you sooo much! I just wanted to let you know how much I love and care about you. You will always have a place in my heart. I love you. R.I.P. You will be missed. Love you soooo much!!!
Your Grandaughter, Latisha
Glenda Walker
October 26, 2007
Aqeela,
There is nothing that can be said, that will erase the hurt that you are experiencing. Cal and I have both had to accept the physical absence of our parents, as a result of death having completed the final part of their lives here on Earth. Hold on to the memories and the love that you shared with your mother. Grieve for her and just know that one day a calmness will encompass you that will let you know that she is all right and you will begin to feel stronger as a result of everything that you did for her or experienced with her including having to say good-bye. Know that we are praying for you and your family.
Glenda and Cal Walker
Sharon Smith-Driscoll
October 26, 2007
To Walter, Debbie, Eddie, Mickey, Mel, and Kevin,
I'm sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there with you to celebrate Cousin Ada's going home, but know that my heart is with you and I love you all.
Gerald Hudson
October 26, 2007
I was saddened to hear of Cousin Ada's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Sophronia & Albert Smith
October 26, 2007
For my cousins
We are so sorry for your loss and wish we could be there with you at this time. Ada has finished this life and is resting now. Take care of yourselves and each other. You are in our prayers. We love you all. John 5:28,29
Your cousins,
Sophronia & Al
Walter Slowe
October 26, 2007
Mom. Gonna miss you much until we meet again. We'll continue to build on the foundation you started of being a strong and close family. I love you very much. Rest In Peace. Your oldest son Walter Jr.
Willie Hudson
October 25, 2007
My love and prayer go to each of you during your time of sorrow.
Love,
Auntie
Sadie Hudson
October 25, 2007
Dear Eddie and Family,
I was sadden to hear of the passing of Cousin Ada. I am so sorry we lost touch with one another. I really wish I could be there with you all during this sad time. Know that I will have you, Debbie, Walter, Mickey, Mel, and Man in my prayers.
My address is:
Box 77
Northfork, WV 24868
Send me an obituary from her services.
I love you all.
Your cousin,
Lisa Carr
October 25, 2007
With deepest sympathy:
Native American Poem
"Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there.
I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there..."
Frances ( Hudson ) Jones
October 25, 2007
With my deepest sympathy. Sorry to hear of Cousin Ada's death. I pray that God will continue to hold you all in His arms. Always remember that God is with you. He will never leave you or forsake you. Love all of you.
Colette Slowe-Seymore
October 25, 2007
Mom,
This is Collard signing on to say I love you and will never forget you. You were the greatest mom a daughter-in-law could have, and as you have always said; I was your daughter. You always treated me like one. Your love will never be forgotten. LOVE COLLARD!!!
PS: I am glad I never had to get it with the WET NOODLE!
Edward Slowe
October 25, 2007
Mom,I want to tell you that I am going to really miss you. You were the backbone that kept this family together,and you will always be in our hearts. I see you looking down on us,guiding us through this diffucult time.We love you so much...REST IN PEACE your son,Edward
Devora Johnson
October 25, 2007
I was so sad to hear about your mother. She was a great friend to my mother and one of the hardest working women I know. She will be greatly missed. I will always remember her walking up Clinton Street with a big smile on her face, and she always gave me a big hug when she saw me. Her enthusiasm for life will be sorely missed. Remember the laughter and good times, always. I love you guys, and pray that God will comfort you in your time of need. I cannot be there with you, but you are in my prayers.
Love Always,
Heather Morgan-Gulnac
October 24, 2007
Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Thawhanna Johnson
October 24, 2007
Hi Deb, Sorry to hear about Mom. My best to everyoe and lot's of Love. Thawhanna and Family
Malia Hall-Newby
October 24, 2007
So sorry to hear about your loss, you all are in my prayers. God bless.
Davena Taft
October 24, 2007
Sorry to hear about your loss, you are all in our thoughts and prayers
Anna Robbins
October 24, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Ann Sanford
October 24, 2007
I am sorry to hear about your loss, you are in my thought and prayers.
karen martin
October 24, 2007
Sorry to hear about your loss. God Bless.
Kim Cleveland
October 24, 2007
We were very sorry to hear of your Mother's death. Our thoughts are with you.
Delmar & Kim Cleveland
Fred Ennis, Jr.
October 24, 2007
I love and miss you dearly Mama... I'll make sure to bring you a new "wet noodle".
~Love Always,
Your Freddie Poo :-)
Mary Matthews & Family
October 24, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Pastor Calvin Christian
October 24, 2007
Our family want to express our sympathy to the family and we pray that God will continue to give you strenght and wisdom.
sandy payne
October 24, 2007
ED AND FAMLY SORRY ABOUT HEARING ABOUT UR MOM AND ADA WILL MISS HER. WE SEND OUR SYMPATHY AND OUR LOVE
Holly Small
October 24, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Wildey
October 24, 2007
To the family members of Ada Slowe, I'm sorry to hear of your loss.
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