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Willia Brokemond Obituary

WILLIA A. BROKEMOND Gary, Indiana "It's a Highway to Heaven and I'm Walking up the King's Highway." Willia A. Brokemond, age 92, made her transition from earth to heaven on Wednesday, October 5, 2005 while at Methodist Hospital Northlake Campus. A native of Louise, MS, she lived in East Chicago, IN before becoming a Gary resident for 43 years. She was a faithful member of Christ Temple Apostolic Church, Gary, until her health no longer permitted her regular attendance. She is a retired employee of Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL where she worked for 15 years. She also worked at Swift Packaging Company for 20 years. Preceded in death by her parents, husband, George Brokemond of 33 years; nine brothers & eight sisters. She is survived by her devoted children, cherishing her life is son, George (Taffy) of Flossmoor, IL, daughters, Beatrice (Richard) Pryor of Gary, Francine (Laden) Elliott of Gary; seven grandchildren, Christopher (Zaa Zaax "Shay") Brokemond of South Holland, IL, Crystal Semmes of Lafayette, IN, Brian & April Pryor of Gary, Laden "Bo" Elliott Jr. of CO, Phillip & Jennifer Elliott of Gary; seven great grandchildren & a host of other relatives & friends including sister, Frances Felton of Gary; sister-in-law, Willie Mae Brokemond of East Chicago, IN, Hildred Jordan & Betty Jean Jordan both of Gary. Visitation Tuesday, October 11, 2005 from 12-8 p.m. at Guy & Allen Funeral Home (family hour 6-8 p.m.) Funeral services Wednesday, October 12, 2005, 11 a.m. at Christ Temple Apostolic Church, 2136 Ellsworth Pl, Gary with Rev. Gregory Hite officiating. Interment Fern Oak Cemetery, Griffith, IN. Professional services rendered by Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Oct. 9 to Oct. 10, 2005.

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Sylvia Clark

October 11, 2005

A Prayer for the Brokemond family; especially Bea. Thank you, Jesus that Your spirits bring such comfort to our heart. When we are sad or frightened, You remind us that all we need to do is open ourselves to You and Your Love will wrap around us like a warm, comforting blanket. ---Amen. Love and miss you Sylvia.

FAYE CEASER

October 10, 2005

Francine and Family:

Whenever hands are clasped together in prayer, our loving Lord is always there, and knows our thoughts. And without a word-In His great love, all prayers are answered. I just wanted to express my heartfelt sympathy and offer a prayer that God above will comfort you and ease the loss that you bear. Remember: If God brought you to it, He will bring you through it.



Love you,

Monica Horsford

October 10, 2005

My condolences to the family and especially to Crystal during this time of loss. My prayers will remain with you and the family. Remember that God is good all the time and not to mourn the loss of your grandmother but to celebrate her homecoming.

Rose M. Dean

October 10, 2005

To Sister & Brother Elliott and Phillip, My deepest sympathy to you and your family at your time of loss.Know that God has called Mother Brokemond home to rest.Her job is done here on Earth.You know the wonders of the Lord,so keep the faith and worry no more.May God continue to bless your entire family. You will always be in our prayers now and forever more.

Rose M. Dean & Family

Evelyn Brown

October 10, 2005

To the Brokemond Family, you are in our hearts and prayers. Your Mom was a very special lady. She and my Mom, Anna Walker, were long time friends.

In His Love, Evelyn(Walker)Brown

Lekeisha Zellers

October 9, 2005

To my Family espicially Rita and April you two are always there for others no matter what the expense is or the time involved and at this time I want to be there for the both of you, in the time of your soreness. She was a flower in Gods Garden that was ready to bloom on the other side of this world. Love always, Cousin Lekeisha (Nikki) ....

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