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William Birdsong Obituary

William (B.B./Dee Doe) Birdsong Sr., Celebration of Life Services for William Birdsong Sr. will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2007 at 1 p.m. at the Mission Drive Baptist Church, 2632 West Augusta Avenue, Phoenix AZ, Pastor Tim Thompson, Officiant. Visitation will be on Friday, May 18, 2007 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m at Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary in Glendale AZ and the family will receive guests from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Final Disposition will be conducted on Friday, May 25, 2007 10 a.m. at the Greenwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Greenwood LA. William was born on August 29, 1934 in Greenwood LA. He went peacefully home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 14, 2007 at Hospice of the Valley in Glendale AZ. He leaves to cherish his memory: 2 daughters, 3 sons, 4 sisters, 4 brothers, 2 aunts, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, brother and sister-in-laws, other relatives, friends, and his extended family- The Raneys'. In lieu of flowers the family requests that contributions be made to: In Memory of William Birdsong Sr., Mission Drive Baptist Church, 2632 West Augusta Avenue, Phoenix AZ. "I have fought the good (worthy, honorable, and noble) fight, I have finished the race, I have kept (firmly held) the faith." II Timothy 4: 7

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Published by The Arizona Republic from May 17 to May 18, 2007.

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Paticia A Smith

May 31, 2007

Im sorry to hear of BB's passsing
He had been my friend since 1995
He always seemed happy through every thing including his battles with cancer.He had been there for me and my family when my Mother was battling cancer and was the best friend any could ever ask for.He was a kind sweet caring man and will be GREATLY MISSED. My heartfelt condolances are with you all.

Connie Shannon

May 21, 2007

All my heartfelt sympathies go out to you. May God comfort you and keep you through this time of sorrow and always.

Dan Salter

May 21, 2007

Maurice-

I'm sorry to hear of your brothers passing. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and may God be with you and your family during these difficult times.

Mary Jo Harton

May 18, 2007

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.

MP

May 18, 2007

Our condolenses to your family. May you find comfort in Jehovah Gods promise of a resurrection.

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