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Charlotte Foote Obituary

FOOTE Charlotte Ophelia Foote, age 85, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at Branford Hospice, Branford. She was born in Wadesboro, N.C. on January 7, 1925 to the late Fred and Ethel Watkins, Sr. A Bridgeport resident for more than 50 years, she had been gainfully employed as a certified nurses assistant for many years before retiring. Left to cherish her memory are son, Rufus Foote; daughter, Patricia Foote; granddaughter, Chelsea HInton Foote; sisters, Bessie Horne and Juliette St. Clair; as well a host of other family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by sons, Rowland, Ronald and Edmund Foote; five brothers; five sisters. A service will be held at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at the Kingdom Hall, 3536 Madison Ave., Bridgeport, with Brother Williams officiating. Friends may greet the family from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Hall. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to George J. Peterson Funeral Home, 1041 Noble Ave., Bridgeport.

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Published by Connecticut Post from Sep. 24 to Sep. 28, 2010.

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October 2, 2010

My condolences to the Foote family...Miss Foote was like an aunt to me and she will be forever in my heart and prayers...our deepest sympathy to you both Rufus, Pat and family...God bless...Mr & Mrs Shawn E. Mendenhall

Bill and Ella Giles

October 1, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss, Ophelia will be greatly missed by all who knew her

Diane Russell

September 30, 2010

When those we love have left this earth, we still can feel them near. We'll see a picture, hear a song, and it's just like they are here. And when we call upon our faith, when we believe and trust, we know the ones we care about are always close to us -Constance Parker Graham
Pat & Rufus,
We know how it feel to lose a close love one. Aunt Ophelia will be greatly missed. We loved her dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Russell's
George, Diane, Cornelius, Sharon, Shataun, Teaira & Courtney

Curtis Bentley

September 28, 2010

Very sorry to hear of Ms. Foote's passing.
With deepest sympathy,

Melanie Griffin

September 27, 2010

Pat and Rufus,
I have developed many memories of your mom throughout the years and the memories have grown even more intense as I moved from childhood to adulthood. I am proud to say that your mom was a part of that village that raised me. I along with my family (Garrett & Garrett Jr.) will miss her sweet and kind words of encouragement. Always remember that God can comfort you during the times you miss her the most. Rest in peace Aunt Opelia. We love you!!!, The Griffin Family.

Daniel Mingay

September 27, 2010

Dear Rufus and Patricia,
May god be with you at this sad time. You will be in my prayers. All the years we played in the basement on Fairview Avenue and your Mom was so tolerant of the band. Know that she is with your brothers in a place of peace.
Danny Mingay

Rita Holmes Walker

September 27, 2010

Rufus and Family I am so sorry for your loss. Rita Holmes Walker

Ivory Dukes-Carr and Family

September 27, 2010

To the Foote Family,
My deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow. She was a dear and kind friend. One of the sweetest woman I have known and she will be missed by many. My God sustain you, during this time.

The Bish Family

September 27, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Laurie Giles

September 27, 2010

to the Foote family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, She was such a kind person, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you

Peggy Garguilo

September 27, 2010

Pat -
I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing.
Peggy

September 27, 2010

To: The Foote Family,

You are in our thoughts and prayer. May
Jehovah be with you all at this time of sorrow.

Minnie Leonard & Family

Jeff Thompson

September 27, 2010

Dear Pat, Rufus, Chelsea and amily,

Please, accept my most sincere condolences. Charlotte was such a wonderful person. I remember fondly, how she greeted me every time I saw her with her smile and kind remarks. Charlotte was especially helpful with my garden. One example of her friendship was when I hadn't a clue what to do with the Okra that I planted. But she saved the day with a few tips as well as recipes. That was Charlotte, service to others, above and beyond the call.

September 27, 2010

Rufus my deepest sympathy to you and your family. You know how much mom meant to me. Mom was such a sweet person, I will miss her deeply. She is in the Lords hands now..Mrs. Anita Jones

Damian Lake

September 26, 2010

Having grown up on Fairview Ave. in Bridgeport, the Foote family were my neighbors. Rufus, Rowland and I went to school together and as kids we played in the neighborhood. I still have fond memories of Mrs. Foote driving Rufus and me to the Y.M.C.A. after school. Those were good times. Your mom was a sweet person. Pat and Rufus, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.

Regina Dotson

September 26, 2010

Pat and Rufus,I am sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Know that she is in a better place. May God bless and keep during your time of bereavement.

SHIRLEYANN PATTERSON MCCULLOUGH

September 26, 2010

TO THE FOOTE FAMILY MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MAY JEHOVAH GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH TO CARRY ON. SHIRLEYANN PATTERSON MCCULLOUGH GROVEPORT, OH

Thomas Young Jr.

September 26, 2010

Pat And Rufus, I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom.May God bless you and keep His joy in your hearts as you remember the glorious life shared with her. I know she is with the Lord now and you will see her again.

Dwayne Hollis

September 25, 2010

My Dear Aunt Ophelia entered the pearly gates of heaven where she was greeted by her parents, Fred and Ethel Watkins with open arms. Behind them were all of her loving brothers and sisters, Eva Mae, Ruth, Ernestine, Nora, Marie, Buck, Shugg, Jake, Fred Jr, W.C. Behind them were here 3 sons. The spirits she loved the most are now rejoined in heaven for a glorious reunion. She has transitioned to a unfamiliar place but in good company. God prepared a place for her where there is no sadness and pain. We salute you for a life and job well done and you have left us with many fond memories and an example to live by. You are now amongst the ranks of the most rightgeous. You will never die but continue to live on in our hearts and minds forever. Enjoy your eternal rest my Dear Aunt. We will see you again
Your loving nephew,
Dwayne

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