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LEDIA BICKERSTAFF Obituary

MRS. LEDIA PEARL BICKERSTAFF The funeral services for Ledia Bickerstaff, 57, of Auburn, AL, will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 12, 2010, at Mount Pelia Missionary Baptist Church, with burial in Mount Sinia Baptist Church Cemetery, Rev. Stanley Looney will officiate. Mrs. Bickerstaff, who passed away Thursday, March 4, 2010, at the East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, AL, was born in Lee County, Alabama. Mrs. Bickerstaff was a member of the Mt. Pelia Baptist Church where she was the Matrons-President, member of the Nurse Guild, and Deaconess. She graduated in the OHS Class of 1971, and was an officer in the Bozeman Pride #809 OES. She also retired from Auburn City School System after 25 years of service. Public viewing will be Thursday, March 11, 2010 from 2:00 - 7:00 p.m. The body will be at the church one hour prior to the services. Survivors include: husband, Joseph Nathaniel Bickerstaff, Jr. of Auburn, AL; one daughter, Felicia Bickerstaff of Auburn, AL; two sons, Michael (Regina) Bickerstaff and Prather (Deanna) Bickerstaff both of Auburn, AL; step-father, Reed Smith of Auburn, AL; grandson as-a-son, Prather "PJ" Bickerstaff, Jr.; eight grandchildren, Antavar Stinson, Charles Nelms, Jr., Essence Bickerstaff, Camron Gunn, Latreshia "Rudy" Black, Michael Bickerstaff, Jr., Keira Dinkins, and Justin Nelms; one brother John Arthur (Nadine) Filmore of Auburn, AL; four aunts, a devoted aunt, Annie Lee (Lorenza) Ray of Waverly, AL, Thelma Collier of Columbus, GA, Louise (Rex) Bedell, Ruth Bedell both of Opelika, AL; three uncles, Oscar Lee Ogletree of Auburn, AL, John Henry (Ruby) Ogletree of Waverly, AL, Jessie (Delores) Ogletree of Columbus, GA; five great aunts, Sallie (Joe) Thomas, Louise Johnson, Rosie Mae Cobb, Daisy Cobb and Emma Ogletree; a special sister, Mary Simmons of Tuskegee, AL; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Harris Funeral Home is directing. www.harrisfuneralhomeinc.com
Published by The Opelika-Auburn News on Mar. 11, 2010.

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April 7, 2010

Ledia always had a smile on her face. To her family,Remember her this way. She now lives through you all.

Johnson Haynes, Jr, Mobile, AL

robert rowell

March 17, 2010

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

julia rowell-finley

March 17, 2010

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.

Eiland & Vinson Family

March 17, 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.

Andre Torbert

March 16, 2010

Great women and a mother to us all! She will be missed, ya'll will continue to be in our prayers and hearts! Andre Torbert and family ( Columbus, Ga)

March 16, 2010

Joe and Family,
Jimmie and I were sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in our prayers.

Rosa Hicks Jackson

Ruby James

March 15, 2010

To the Family. It is very hard when you lose someone you love. There are no words that can take away the sadness you feel; but during these sad times, now and forever; do remember to support and love one another as God loves your Ledia. May you feel the compassion and caring of a God that will continue to sustain you through these times of sorrow. Also, please know that others are here to support and love you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and forever more.

Jacqueline Dawson

March 15, 2010

May the LOVE of God embrace you, May the LOVE of GOD keep you, May the LOVE of God watch over you. Our prayers are with you.

Rev. Stanley & Jacqueline (Guice) Dawson

Mary Hester Gainer

March 15, 2010

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

Tommy Williams

March 13, 2010

God bless the Bickerstaff family. I love you all. Sincerely, your cousin.

100 Men In Black Choir & Committee

March 13, 2010

You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time and will continue to pray for your family.

Shasta Reeves

March 13, 2010

Allow the memories of your loved one to see you through the difficult days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen L Williams

March 12, 2010

God Bless each of you in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Keyona Hand Foston

March 12, 2010

My prayers are with your family and friends. God Bless.

Bridget Dowdell

March 12, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Donnie Gayle Burt

March 12, 2010

To The Bickerstaff Family: I know you are going to miss the earthly presence of your Dear Ledia, but you will have your loving memories of her for a life time. Keep the faith and may God give you the strength you need to take you through these difficult times. Regards,

Mikeal Pinkard

March 12, 2010

I remember when Ledia Pearl used to wear that bang over her eye...one good looking big woman! I remember how she and Rosa Drake were such buddies. Just want to express my sincere condolences to the family with hopes that you will stay strong for her and maintain her life's legacy as she was a quiet but strong spirit. There is no doubt that her soul is in God's hands and I am glad to have known her in my journey. God Bless and keep you (Mikeal Pinkard...Lou., KY...Class of '71)

March 12, 2010

Ledia wil be miss by all of her family and friends, but I know she has a home in God's kingdom.
Edith Benford Sistrunk
Baumholder, Germany

Tyrone and Shawand Thornton

March 12, 2010

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

Rodney Reese

March 12, 2010

May God bless your family during your time of sorrow, Ms. Bickerstaff was a very special person. God Bless.

Tesha Winchester

March 12, 2010

Iwould like to express my deepest sympathy toyou all.keeping the family in my prayer

Janice Frazier

March 12, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Yvonne Dowdell

March 12, 2010

The sun has set and God called one of his Angels back home.The love she gave to all will never be forgotten.Her smile was like a ray of sunshine and her wisdom she shared with all was like gold. May God bring you all comfort in knowing that her mission here on this side was complete and God
has given her rest and peace. Now, let the Holy Spirit comfort you.

Jerlene Cooper

March 11, 2010

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

Viola Colquitt

March 11, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about the lost of your loved one. It had not been too long ago when I last saw her. My prayers are that God continue to comfort you all in His arms as no one else can.

Viola Williams Colquitt

Ashlee Tolbert

March 11, 2010

May your fond memories of your loved one bring you comfort during this time.

Juanita Dowdell

March 11, 2010

May the sweet memories of your mother help you get through this difficult time.

Shelly Holston

March 11, 2010

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

Rita Copous

March 11, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

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