Ida Belle Bland Eldridge

Ida Eldridge Obituary

Eldridge Ida Belle Bland Eldridge, 95, of Columbus, OH, died peacefully in her sleep at home on Palm Sunday. Moses W. Eldridge her husband of 73 years, was with her at the time of her passing. Ida was born February 28, 1918 in Macon, Ga., to William and Irene Bland Jackson, who preceded her in death. She was a devoted member of Shiloh Baptist Church, where she served in the Torch-Bearers Class. She was also a longtime member of the Cupidettes Social Club and retired from Lazarus Department Store. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughter, Barbara/Bobbi "Mrs. B" (Everett/Jackie) Bingham; granddaughters, Sherri (Benjamin) Bazemore and Michele Goodwin; grandson, Everett Bingham; great-grandchildren, Aylea and Aniyah; brother-in-law, Jimmy Skipper; and a host of relatives and friends. Ida chose to donate her body to the Ohio State University College of Medicine. The family will receive friends at a memorial service scheduled for Sunday, April 14, 2013 at the Martin Luther King Arts Complex.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Apr. 10 to Apr. 11, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Ida Eldridge

6 Entries

Jeanette Morris

April 12, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult period of bereavement.

Annette Johnson

April 12, 2013

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

Annette Johnson

April 12, 2013

To the family of Mrs Ida Belle Bland Eldridge...my deepest condolences... for the love of Mrs.Ida Eldridge. I work with her for 3yrs at Lazarus...she was a beautiful vivrant woman..she touch my heart with her spritual guidance & knowledge she she share with me it will always stay in heart...I often wonder about her & came to visit her home but I never got a answer. She left a mark of love in my heart for the time we spent togather that will last my lifetime. May you find comfort in each other & hold on to the fond memories of a lovely woman.

KAYRITA HENDERSON

April 11, 2013

GOING TO MISS U AUNT BELL, WHEN MY MOM (Lillian Henderson)SAID I AM GOING OVER BELLES HOUSE, I MADE SURE I CAME ALONG WITH HER.I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU AS BEING SUCH A SWEET LADY. MY MOTHER AND YOU WOULD GET ON THAT PHONE AND TALK FOR HOURS. I HAVE ALL GOOD MEMORIES OF YOU, SEE YOU ON SUNDAY HONEY. I LOVE YOU. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO UNCLE ELDRIDGE, BARBARA ANN AND FAMILY..

Lynnie Reggins

April 11, 2013

Although I didn't see you much as I got older, you were always in my heart. You were like a second grandmother to me and I love you dearly. You will be missed but never forgotten.

Sterling Henderson

April 11, 2013

My beloved second mother you may have left this world but your loving spirit will always remain in my heart, rest in God's great glory.

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