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BARBARA MULDROW Obituary

Barbara "BJ" Muldrow died on Friday, January 22, 2010, at the age of 55. She was born in Memphis, TN, the fourth child of Dorothy Muldrow and the late Burnie Muldrow, Sr. BJ was employed at the Internal Revenue Services (IRS) for almost 30 years. She loved life, shopping, decorating and being with her family and friends. Services will be held at Deliverance Temple Church of God In Christ, 5078 Millbranch (at Hester), at 12 noon on Saturday, January 30, 2010, with graveside services following at Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Avenue. She is survived by four sisters: Elizabeth Muldrow, Myrna Hunt (Gerald), Grace Muldrow, Rachael Muldrow and three brothers: Dennis Muldrow (Toni), Gary Muldrow, Stephen Muldrow and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by one brother, Burnie Muldrow Jr., one nephew, Daniel A. Muldrow and a sister-in-law, Michele Muldrow.

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Jan. 27, 2010.

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Katrina Muldrow

February 25, 2010

As my mother has mentioned, thank you all so much for your thoughtfulness and kind words. Aunt Barbara will forever remain in our hearts. She may be gone from us physically but hold on to your memories of her. May those memories bring you peace in knowing that she's definitely in a better place. Thanks again to each of her friends! May you all be abundantly blessed in Jesus' name.

Elizabeth

February 24, 2010

As the beautiful tributes are still being written about our "BJ" we thank you so much.
We love and miss her so.
GOD BLESS

Sherry Ford

February 23, 2010

To the Family of "BJ", she was affectionately known as "CUZ" to me, because I was always in training to be refined like she was. I will dearly miss this great lady of peace and this icon of timeless beauty who possessed and endearing spirit like no other. I hope your memories of this lovely lady bring peace and comfort to the family.

Elizabeth

February 2, 2010

"Thanks to everyone near and far who have written such beautiful words for my sister, Barbara "BJ" Muldrow and our family.
You all bring smiles to our faces and joy to our hearts.
Please continue to pray for us.
GOD BLESS each and everyone.

Iveria Moore

February 1, 2010

To Myrna and the entire Muldrow Family,
It was with a great sense of loss when I heard of Barbara's death. I wanted to let you know that my heart is truly saddened.
Barbara was more than just a wonderful person, she was always so kind and considerate to me that I always welcomed seeing her at every opportunity. She always had kind words to say and her smile brightened up the workplace.
Her passing will not only leave a void, but in the hearts of all those who knew her. Barbara will always remain in my heart. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With deepest sympathy,

Joyce Wilson-Hudson

January 31, 2010

To The Muldrow Family, Rebecca, and Team 301.
I wasn't able to attend B.J.'s Homegoing Celebration because of the inclement weather. But the family and my co-workers were and forever will be in my heart and prayers. B..J. had told me a long time ago, when we would get on the subject of funerals. She told me that she knew that I would be there, if no was else were there. She knew that I was a strong supporter of my friends and co-workers. It really hurt my heart, to not have been in attendance. I asked myself yesterday, as I pondered whether to try to make it down the icy steps and clean all the ice off my car to travel down the road where the tree limbs were falling. I asked myself, what would B.J.do? She would say Girl, you better stay in that house and not risk your life trying to come to my HomeGoing because I will see you again, but don't want to see you too soon. So I am going to remember B.J. the last time that I saw her back in March when I came out there to Janice's Bridal Shower. I will remember our last conversations. I will forever keep the family, Rebecca and my co-workers at the I.R.S. in my prayers. I Love each one of you.

January 31, 2010

To the Muldrow Family, who is also my extended family, I am so very sorry for your loss. It was also my loss to. I lost my very best friend. What's even worse, I wasn't able to make it to the funeral because of the weather. I am so sad about that, but my prayers are with you my family. I love you all very much. If you all ever need me for anything let me know. Here's a big hug from me to you all. Love Joyce Cottrell-Scott.

January 30, 2010

To Rebecca Ademola and Veronica Young...

Sisters, I won't be able to attend the homegoing celebration for our beloved "BJ" today because of the inclement weather. Just know that my prayers are with you both as you behold the transittion along with her family on today. You both were truly good friends of "BJ". Inseperable you all were. I have only happy fond memories of the times we had with "BJ". My heart grieves along with you and her family. But I won't grieve long because this world is not my home; I'm just passing by as "BJ" did.

All my hopes and treasures are all laid up on high. I will miss my friends, co-workers and loved ones who are all gone on before me. God willing, I will continue to live until my time comes to die. We shall, as Christians and believers of Christ, shall live until our time to die. Truly God is a good God. You'll have to know Him to understand all that He has to do at such a time as this.

"BJ" has graduated! And I ain't mad at her! (smiles) If she had to leave us with a few words of comfort, I believe she would have said, "Stay with God, be a blessing to others and love one another. I'll holla at ya'll when ya'll get here. You can call this a wrap." (smiles)

You know I love you both.

Love
Shelbra

January 30, 2010

To The Muldrow Family

"BJ" was loved by many of us who had the priviledge to have known her for many years at the Internal Revenue Services. How could anyone not love such a brilliant, bright, joyful, hilarious, loveable soul like "BJ". A ray of sunshine whenever you saw her. A strong black Woman who had STYLE and knew how to coordinate every fabric that she wore including all accessories whenever she came to work. How bout that "BJ". Conversations with "BJ" were aways to the point, whether they were serious or humorous. Muldrow Family, I thank God and you for sharing "BJ" with me and our IRS Family. I was told that "BJ" was giving God all the glory and praise when she knew in her spirit that He was coming to take her home to rest. What a way to leave this world of sin into the arms of the Lord! To God Be All The Glory for the things He has done! My prayer is that you all will have continuous happy memories of your beloved "BJ" as I would, and that God will strengthen each and everyone of you as the days, weeks, months and years goes by. We all will meet "BJ" again when we are there to see our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, crowned King of Kings and Lord of Lords. What a time! What a time! What a time! We're going to have!!! Blessed Be The Name Of The Lord!!! Gloooooory!!!!

Shelbra G. Hoskin
(Memphis, TN)
Internal Revenue Services

Gail Warren

January 30, 2010

To the Muldrow family, B.J. will be missed. Be encourage, The Lord is near to all who call upon him. May God give you strength, keep you and comfort you today. He will keep you within his loving care and always let you know he is there. Just talk to him and he will answer prayer. God Bless Mother Muldrow,Rachael,Myra,Beth,the girls, and your whole family.
Your Sister - in -Christ
Luv ya!

Sylvia Willrich Batson

January 29, 2010

I met Barbara through my sister Darlene Willrich. She and Barbara were very good friends.
I will never forgot Barbara's sense of humor and the fun times I had in her company. I will especially miss the annual Christmas parties at her house. She will be greatly missed.
My deepest sympathy to Barbara's family. May God bless them and give them comfort.

Verlean Kelly - Vice President

January 29, 2010

On behalf of the COGIC TN Headquarters MAAI Class 2011, our hearts go out to you, Rachael and your entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, knowing God will see you through.

Prayfully yours,
MAAI Class 2011

Ann Wilson

January 29, 2010

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

Teresa Davis

January 28, 2010

SISTER GIRL is what BJ called whenever she flashed me one of those radiant smiles. She lit up a room with her sweet spirit. Know that she will be soarly missed by all.

RIP "SISTER-GIRL"

co-worker

Jo Evelyn and Dennis Matthews

January 28, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

January 28, 2010

My condolences to your family at this time. God bless you and your family. Althea J. Murry(chicago, IL) Class of 1968

Colis Chambers

January 28, 2010

Vanessa, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your aunt's love and legacy will live on through you and others. May God comfort each of you.

Jenifer (Lynn) Jackson Neely

January 28, 2010

To Myrna and Family,

Our deepest sympathy gones out to you and your family. It has been a while since I seen or talked to Barbara and you. We all use to hang out at my parents home. I missed working with Barbara. It has been a long time. We the Jackson Family will keep you and your family in our prays, If there is anything that you need please feel free to call us, we will be there with open arms.
GOD BLESS
THE JACKSON FAMILY
Anthony, Jenifer (Lynn)Neely

Robert Williams

January 28, 2010

B.J. was always a very sweet and friendly person. She will be missed. May God continue to bless and comfort you during this time.

Robert Williams

January 28, 2010

B.J. was always a very sweet and friendly person. She will be missed.

Shelia Jones

January 28, 2010

Myrna, may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Remember I am just a phone call away.

Joyce Wilson-Hudson

January 28, 2010

I met B.J.(Barbara Joyce) back in 1993 when she came from Exams to Collections. I met her through Rebecca. She and Rebecca were very very close friends. They were close like sisters. If you saw one, you saw the other one. Once I sarted to talking with B.J., I found out that we had a few things in common. We shared the same name,(Joyce). We both had lived in the Graceland Farms Apartments. Rebecca were both our friends. She had attended Booker T. Washington with my cousins. Her niece, Katrina and my son Courtney had a crush on each other in elementary school. We both loved fashions. B.J.'s passion was shopping and coming up with the latest trends. She couldn't wait for summer to come, so that she could wear her sandals, she would always have on pretty sandals and she had the feet to wear them. B.J. loved Christmas. That was her favorite time of the year. She had a board at work that counted down the days of Christmas. She couldn't wait to decorate her house for Christmas and put up the tree. Most of all, she loved her family. When I would come to work every morning around 9:30am, she would be talking to one of her family members, checking to make sure they were OK. She also loved her nieces, Katrina, Courtney and Myrna two girls. She would always share conversations and pictures about them. We watched them grow from babies to young adults.
She also loved her close friends, Robert, Rebecca, Wanda,Delores, Helen and Joyce who lived out of town. She really really loved her parents. She was a Daddy's girl. Anything she wanted, her daddy would get it for her. I remember the time that she called her dad one day and asked him to prepare her favorite meal and have it ready for her when she came home from work. When she got home, the meal was ready for her. She was a really realy sweet and kind person. Anything you asked her to do, she would help you in any way that she could. I was the Lead Tax Technician in the Unit. She assisted me many times by answering the employees questions and helping them in any way that she could. She never complained about anything. When I got ready to retire, she volunteered to go up front and escort my family to the Retirement Celebration. She told me that she was right behind me. She would be out the next year. She was counting down the days. She will be greatly Missed. Sleep on B.J., take your Rest, We loved you, but God loved you Best. I enjoyed being in your her presence and glad that I had the opportunity to meet a Kind and Sweet person. She will be MISSED.I will continue to keep the Family and Friends in my prayers. May God continue to Bless and Keep each one of you.

Carl Bell

January 28, 2010

AS best friend to Barbara's late oldest brother Peter(Bernie Jr.) I knew her best as she grew up with the rest of the siblings. She was always the boldest of the girls and she was funny, a joy and she grew into a fine woman and her personality never changed,she remained a joy to be around.I will miss her. The Bell family from Tate Street will keep Mother Dorothy Muldrow and family in our prayers.

MARY WOODS

January 27, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Una Bond

January 27, 2010

I met BJ twenty-seven years ago through my sister Pamela Wicks. She was introduced to me as Bobbie-Jo. Pam and BJ were close friends and co-workers. Pam passed away February 23,1992. I won't say don't cry. But, I will tell you that Earth has sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. I pray that the joy of knowing she's no longer suffering overshadows the pain of her physical absence.

Elizabeth Holmes

January 27, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

January 27, 2010

To the Muldrow family, my prayers are with you and your family. I pray that GOD will comfort you during this time.

Armie Williams

Brenda Morris

January 27, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 27, 2010

Vanessa, Elizabeth, Courtney, and Katrina... Words cannot express how I feel about your great loss. But, I know that Aunt Barbara will be at peace in the arms of the Lord. So, there is no need to cry for her. She is resting without pain, problems, or woes. We can only live, now, to hope that one day we see HIM, too.

Many blessings to you all and your entire family,

John and Berlinda Williams-Strong
Memphis, Tennessee

January 27, 2010

I am going to continue to keep you (Katrina) and your family in my prayers. When you feel sad always remember the good times you shared with her and you will make it. God Bless. Latoya

karen ellis

January 27, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

January 27, 2010

To Vanessa's Family, I'm so greatful to meet Aunt BJ and spend the Christmas with the family. I will miss her. My sympathy to the family! God bless! Ming

January 27, 2010

I love you Aunt BJ and will miss you greatly. Say hi to Granddaddy for me! I promise to keep CHRISTmas traditions alive in our family!

I am glad you are no longer suffering and now at peace with JESUS!
Love you always,
Nessie

Katrina Muldrow

January 27, 2010

Aunt Barbara was more than an aunt to my sisters and me. She was like a second mom; always there when we needed her. She had a very special way of expressing her love and concern for our lives. I will truly miss her and the times we shared right up to the final moments. My memories of us together will remain in my heart. Thanks to everyone who's prayed and shared kind words and gestures. Please continue to pray for us during this time of loss and remember Aunt BJ is no longer in pain; she's resting in our Father's hands. Praise God for the victory has been won!

Chateeka Farris

January 27, 2010

To Katrina and Family,

I am so grateful to have been able to meet Aunt Barbara. While it was only one time, she left a lasting impression with me. My only wish is that I'd been given many more opportunities to be in her presence. While I know this has to be a hard time for the family, Aunt Barbara now has eternal healing. Her suffering and pain is all over. Try to find comfort in knowing that she has been healed and is suffering no more.

Doey Barrar

January 27, 2010

To BJ's Family,
I knew BJ from the IRS (Collections) but didn't know her very well but we always spoke to each other. My sympathy to your family!

Sheila Miller-Boyd

January 27, 2010

GOD is able to carry you through! With Love.
GOD Bless.

The Muldrow Family

January 27, 2010

Please continue to pray for our family. BJ was truly loved by us and no one can ever take her place. We thank God for His continued love and strength to us at this time.

Ruthanne Jenkins

January 27, 2010

Katrina and all the others. I am so sorry about this.

She is well and doing great with her Father!

Love you all.

Richard Hall

January 27, 2010

BJ was always so sweet and loving. She always had a smile and greeted everyone. She will be missed by all. I have missed see her at breakfast of the last months. I worked with her years ago, but would still see her at work. So sorry for your family loss.

Staff of Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemeteries & Cemeteries

January 27, 2010

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