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Taronda SPENCER Obituary
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SPENCER, Taronda TARONDA ELISE SPENCER Ms. Taronda Elise Spencer, archivist and historian for Spelman College, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2013, of cardiac arrest at Grady Memorial Hospital . A New Orleans, LA native, Taronda was born on September 25, 1958 to the parentage of Mr. Albert Spencer, Jr. and Mrs. Emanuella Julien Spencer. She was a graduate of John McDonogh #35 Senior High School and later pursued a bachelor's degree from Spelman College and her master's degree from the University of New Orleans. Taronda was a member of Pilgrim Progress Baptist Church of New Orleans, LA and sang in the choir. After relocating to Atlanta, she became a member of Elizabeth Baptist Church, where she also sang in the choir. Taronda is survived by her mother, Mrs. Emanuella Julien Spencer; three brothers, Rodney (Sandra) Spencer; Royzell (Ivelynn) Spencer; and Russell J. Spencer. Three aunts, Ms. Bessie Bradley, Ms. Angelena Lewis, and Ms. Lucy Julien; an uncle, Mr. Wilson (Audrey) Julien; a godchild, Megan Bright; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends. Viewing Friday, May 31, 2013, 12:30PM. - 9PM. at Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home Historic West End Chapel, 1003 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd., SW. Funeral Service Saturday, June 1, 2013, 11:00AM, Elizabeth Baptist Church (Main Campus), 4245 Cascade Road, SW, Atlanta, Georgia 30331. Reverend Craig L. Oliver, Sr., Officiating. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, June 4, 2013, 6:00PM at Spelman College (Historic Sisters Chapel), 350 Spelman Lane, SW. 404.758.1731
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Memories and Condolences
for Taronda SPENCER
Madeline Parker-Ambrose
May 30, 2024
Hey Tee, it´s been a while, but I think of you all the time. I´ll always remember when you and auntie Wella came to visit me and mama in Charlotte,North Carolina and the good time we had...I remember that phone call on May 18th that you had taken your wings like it was yesterday; since then, your mom (auntie Wella) has come to join you. Rest well Tee, You will never be forgotten and remembered as well! Love You Girl
Roderick Daniel
September 2, 2013
God loves us all and reap the best people for himself. May god bless your family.
Wanda Reid Wilson, C80
June 15, 2013
I always enjoyed seeing Taronda when on Spelman's campus and she will be greatly missed. Gone but never forgotten!
Valencia Groomes
June 11, 2013
To Ms. Emanuella and family,
May your faith in God comfort you at this difficult time. Taronda and I attended Lawless Elementary, Lawless Jr. High and McDonogh #35 Sr. High schools together. We also grew up at the same church, Greater Mt. Carmel. She was my first friend, I remember us chattering away in class. Tee was someone special, I'll never forget her.
With deepest sympathy, Val
June 8, 2013
Condolences to the family of Taronda, from Cousins Albert and Margo Spencer.
Jannetta LiGon
June 8, 2013
She will be missed...
McDonogh #35
June 8, 2013
Soar on Roneagle. Our prayers are with the family during this time.
McDonogh #35 Class of '94
June 6, 2013
So sorry to hear of the passing of Taronda, our dear Spelman sister. May she rest in peace and, may The Lord comfort and keep your family during this difficult time. Andrea Hyman Hanna '79
Debborah Truesdell Lindsay
June 4, 2013
Taronda was a very special person. I was a classmate of hers at Spelman from the pre-freshmen summer program and first two years. My prayers will be with you. May God send His Comforter to be with you at this time. I will miss my friend.
Tricia
June 3, 2013
Sorry for the loss of your love one, please find comfort from Gods word the bible at this difficult time.
June 2, 2013
Sis Spencer, you have my deepest sympathy. I pray that the Lord continue to strengthen you during this time. I remember Taronda from First Thessalonian and always thought of her as a big sister and being by my Godmother Gerrie. She will always be with and watching over you. Love Ronneida (Nikki)
Wanda Reid Wilson, C80
June 1, 2013
I always enjoyed seeing Taronda when on Spelman's campus and she will be greatly missed. Gone but never forgotten!
Spelman Sisters: Wanda, Taronda, & Andrea, 5/17/13
Wanda Reid Wilson, C80
June 1, 2013
I always enjoyed seeing Taronda when on Spelman's campus and she will be greatly missed. Gone but never forgotten!
Lydia Wynn
June 1, 2013
May the peace and love of God remain with your family always. Peace be stll. RIP.
Cathy Carson-Secours
June 1, 2013
Emanuella, you have my deepest of sympathies. Peace and strength to you always!
Shirley McGee Fannings
June 1, 2013
To the Spencer Family: My thought and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I pray that God continue to grant you peace and comfort.
Lisa Dandridge
June 1, 2013
Ms. Emanuella and family, may Taronda, my happy childhood sister's laughter and the compassion of Christ bring ease in your grief and sorrow one day at a time. As you sang Ms. Emanuella, God is Everywhere, and you all are not alone.
With Love,
The Dandridge's
May 31, 2013
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with the Spencer family. Taronda was my childhood friend and next door neighbor on Jordan Ave and we sung in the choir at Greater Mt Carmel B.C. I will never forget you. Lorraine Jackson Ellis
EBC ALTO SECTION
May 31, 2013
WE THANK GOD FOR SHARING YOU WITH US.NOW YOU HAVE JOINED HIS CHOIR OF ANGELS.SING WELL OUR SISTER IN CHRIST.
Lubertha McLeod
May 31, 2013
I pray that God gives the perfect peace as you keep your mind stayed on Him.
Edna (Gig) Johnson
May 31, 2013
May the peace of God bring you comfort through this difficult time. I offer my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Edna (Gig) Johnson
Edna (Gig) Johnson
May 31, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
John Slate
May 31, 2013
You left us too early, Taronda. Those of us in the archives community will remember your good humor and knowledge. It was a pleasure to know you and have you as a professional colleague. You've left a great impression on Spellman and other places and people.
EBC SANCTUARY CHOIR
May 31, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May the Lord bless and keep you.
The Staff of Willie A. Watkins, Inc. Historic West End Chapel
May 31, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
Vera McFadden
May 30, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you during your deepest time of sorrow.
May god Bless and Keep You.
Florence Borders
May 29, 2013
Prayerful and sincere thoughts are with you all. May God bless and keep you in this your time of need.
Florence Borders
May 29, 2013
Prayerful and sincere thoughts are with you and your family at this moment.May God bless and keep all of you in this your time of need.
Elaine Knight
May 29, 2013
To the family, may the Spirit of God comfort during this season in you life. Taronda's presence and light is already being missed here at Spelman. A beautiful person to have known! Taronda, You will always live in our hearts and prayers!
Kim Watson
May 29, 2013
My heart and deepest thoughts are with the family.
VENOLA JONES
May 29, 2013
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
CHERYL D. MCLEOD
May 29, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Denise Carey Riley
May 29, 2013
Offering my heartfelt sympathy.
Taronda and I were friends from elementary school,Lawless Elem. &Jr High,also a church member @Greater Mount Carmel BC. She was good friend of mine.
May 28, 2013
My deepest sympathy...
May 28, 2013
To the family of Taronda Spencer my sympathy and prayers to you.
Donna Dunlap
May 28, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Spencer Family. I am so grateful that I happened to see Taronda on Spelman's campus last year. We had not seen each other in over 30 years, but she greeted me like it was yesterday. She was so excited to share with me her wonderful work of preserving Spelman's history. Such a special spirit!
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Liz Parks
May 25, 2013
To my friend Emanuella, and family, you have my deepest sympathy. Taronda is with the Lord.
Makeba Reed-Johnson
May 24, 2013
Ms. Spencer was always smiling, cheerful & passionate about her work. May her spirit rest in peace and may the Creator embrace her family & friends during their time of grief.
Karen Jenkins Newkirk
May 24, 2013
Taronda - my Spelman sister and a fellow Roneagle - I will miss her smile and the chats we would have whenever I was on campus. Rest in God's hands.
Romona Wright
May 24, 2013
To the family of Taronda Spencer, I give my heartfelt condolences and prayers. To Ms. Taronda, I will miss your beautiful smile and spirit, and those wonderful hugs. Rest in God.
Marjorie Kelly
May 24, 2013
In loving memory of our wonderful Spelman sister. We will love you and miss you always.
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