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Pamela Anthony Obituary
Portsmouth - Pamela Denise Anthony was born June 28, 1971 and departed this life January 17, 2017 in Dallas after a courageous battle with cancer. A graduate of Manor High School in Portsmouth, Pam matriculated at James Madison University, where she was also initiated into the Iota Alpha Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.. She had an unwavering love for the Sorority and her Sorors. Pamela continued her education earning a Master's Degree in Student Personnel in Higher Education from the University of Georgia and a Ph.D. in Educational Policy Studies from Georgia State University.
Pamela traveled globally visiting many countries and began her career in student life and development at the University of Alaska, serving as Coordinator of Residence Life and Coordinator of Multicultural Affairs. Pamela also served as Director of Student Activities at Spelman College, Assistant Dean and Director of Student life at Georgia State University, and Director of Student Life and Leadership and Assistant Dean of Students and Dean of Students at Iowa State University. Pamela began her role as Vice President for Student Affairs at Southern Methodist University, February 1, 2016. On October 12, 2012, Pamela became an ordained minister at Destiny World Church in Atlanta. She leaves to treasure her precious memories, her amazing parents, Forris and Violet Anthony; her beloved brother, Darryl Anthony and a host of relatives, friends, sorors and colleagues.
A home going celebration will be held, 11am, Friday, January 27, 2017 at Shiloh Baptist Church, 745 Park, Ave., Norfolk, Pastor Keith Jones, officiating, with burial taking place at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Chesapeake. Omega Omega Service hosted by the Portsmouth Alumni Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Inc. will start promptly at 6pm, Thursday, January 26, 2017, and will be open to the public, followed by viewing at Metropolitan Funeral Service, 120 W. Berkley Avenue, Norfolk. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.
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E. JoAnn Bacon
December 11, 2019
Sadly, I just heard about Pamela's death today. I knew her from her work-life at Georgia State University. So very sorry.
Celeste Easter
November 23, 2019
I miss her so much ❤ Praying still for everyone that was blessed to know and love her.
Cimone/Pierre/Karen/Harmony Wright
January 27, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Psalms 23
Brenda Roberson
January 26, 2017
So sorry for your loss.Steve and Brenda Roberson, Georgia
Ivy Bond
January 25, 2017
Pamela my friend, classmate, and sister in Christ. I know God needed you in Heaven instead on Earth. I miss you and your beautiful smile and personality. You are so missed and I love you my friend. Forever and Always you will be remembered. To Darryl my friend and classmate you are in my prayers. Love you brother. Mustangs For Life. Ivy Bond Class of 1989 Manor High School
Monica Wilson
January 25, 2017
My Condolences to the family. Praying that God will give you peace that surpass all understanding.
Monica Gregory Wilson
MHS C/O 1989
D R
January 25, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family on your loss. Please find comfort in our Heavenly Father for strength and comfort because he truly cares for you.(1st Peter 5:6,7)
J
January 25, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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