Josephine L. Sturdivant

Josephine Harris Lassiter Sturdivant
September 30, 1925 – May 13, 2013
Fayetteville
Born September 30, 1925 to Lucy Jane Lassiter and Bert Lassiter in South Boston Virginia.
She was preceded in death by her son, Mark Devon Sturdivant.
She is survived by her husband, Harold Sturdivant; daughter, Pam Moll and son-in-law Doug Moll.
She was a healthy child who love to sing. As Josephine grew into a young lady she acquired the shorter name of Jo. Jo enjoyed college at Louisburg, for two years. Then she attended Greensboro Methodist College and graduated with a degree in Christian Education.
After college, Jo became a Director of Christian Education at the Methodist Church in North Wilkesboro, NC. There she met her true love, Harold. They would have been married for 64 years this coming September 24th.
During their marriage they had two children, Pam and Mark.
Jo lead a busy life with training and playing with her children, visiting her parents, teaching in Sunday School, and entertaining her friends who loved her sense of humor and charm.
Music was one of her greatest joys. She became an outstanding soprano soloist sharing her music with many who loved "good music" She continued to be a faithful singer in the choir at church until the age of 85. She was a member of the Chaminade Music Club. Working with members of this club she provided musical programs at several nursing homes on a monthly basis.
Jo and Harold became care-givers to many people who experienced sickness, adversity, or grief. God gave them an effective ministry in sharing with others and in giving them understanding and love.
After Harold retired, they visited all of the lower 48 States in their motor home and traveled through all of the Canadian Providences except for two. Jo and Harold added Alaska and Hawaii, while on tours, to make the list complete of visiting all 50 United States.
Josephine lived a full life with much love and devotion to God, and her family and friends. She brought joy to all who knew her.
The family received friends at Sullivan's Highland Funeral Service on Thursday, May 16, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Funeral Service was conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 17, 2013 at Highland Presbyterian Church with Dr. J. Ernest Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Lafayette Memorial Park.
Services entrusted to Sullivan's Highland Funeral Service, of Fayetteville, NC.