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FRANCES AMES Obituary
Sister Frances Georgia Bush Ames fought a good fight. She finished her course and she kept the faith. Sister Ames went from earth to glory on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2010, while surrounded by her loving family.
Sister Ames was born Nov. 14, 1922, in Port Norris to the late George and Lula Green Bush of St. Michaels Co., Md. She was the fourth of eight daughters. Sister Ames was educated in the Port Norris education system. Sister Ames married Robert W. Ames Sr. on Aug. 5, 1949. They were married for 54 years until his death on June 10, 2003. Sister Ames was employed at Venice Maid in Vineland, where she retired after 30 years of commendable service. After her retirement from Venice Maid, she worked for the Commercial Township Board of Education as a paraprofessional on the school bus for 10 years.
Sister Ames leaves to cherish her memory and celebrate her life six children, Gloria Harris (Russell), Mary E. Harden, Edith Eckeard (Olen), E. Robert Stewart, S. Ellie Ames (Robin) and Robert W. Ames Jr. (Lola); four sisters Carrie Jamison, Edith Selby, Mary Bridges and Elsie Hudgon (Roosevelt); 24 grandchildren; 55 great-grandchildren; 26 great-great-grandchildren; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents and husband, Robert W. Ames Sr., Sister Ames was predeceased by one daughter, Stella Ames Johnson; one grandson, Robert A.N. Stewart; and three sisters, Louise Bush, Sarah Stubbs and Alice Bowyer.
Services will be held at noon Saturday at Shiloh Baptist Church in Port Norris, where friends may view one hour prior to services. Pastor James A. Dunkins will be eulogizing. Interment will be held at Haleyville Cemetery immediately following services.
Written condolences and expressions of kindness can be sent to the family through the funeral home's Web site, www .edwardsandsonfuneralhome.com.
Services are entrusted to Edwards and Son Funeral Home Inc. of Bridgeton and Salem.
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Memories and Condolences
for FRANCES AMES
Katrina Stolz
March 4, 2010
With loving memories,
Karen "Katrina" Bowyer Stolz
Abby Smith
February 15, 2010
I am a stranger to Sister Ames but was saddened by hearing of her passing as I run a memorial web site. She sounded like a very loved person and I wanted to leave my prayers for the family.
Vilma Delmonte
February 13, 2010
To the Ames Family from the Delmonte family.We would to express our deepest sincere thoughts to the Ames family Vilma and family
Odessa Hall-Rollins
February 13, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Sis. Ames at Venice Maid. May the Lord Strengthen and comfort you at this very difficult time. God Bless
vilma delmonte
February 13, 2010
to ames faMILY
how is every body? im sad to here that momma ames is past away. i know god will give the strength to all of us to overcome the pain in our heart.
before momma ames past away, i still remember the time she talked with her son ellie and i saw how happy they are to talk with each other.i cant imagine that that was the first and last time that i will see her.but im glad i've met her.
i know momma ames is happy because the pain is taken away and she have a good and happy family.she stay strong for them.
about ellie, dont worry abut him i will love and take care of him till the end.
we will keep the memory here in our heart. god bless to your family and and let us commit everything to our lord as we commit our lives.
= sympathys from vilma delmonte/ family delmonte, philippines
we love you and god bless you all!
VILMA DELMONTE
February 13, 2010
To ames family,condolence my family are sad to hear what happen.1 week before she past away i saw her in webcam and her face doesnt show any pain.momma ames i will promise to take care of your son ellie because i really love him from the bottom of my heart dont worry about him and to sister marry thank you for your help to me and to your brother ellie...we love you!
take care and god bless!
sympathy from delmonte family/love vilma delmonte philippines.
Vivian Thompson
February 12, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Virginia McBride
February 12, 2010
To The Robert W. Ames Family
Blessed
are those who mourn,
for they will
be comforted. Matthew 5:4
The Strickland Family
February 12, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Joe & Dot Thompson
February 12, 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.
Andrette Robbins-Starks
February 12, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
February 12, 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.
Taylor Family
February 12, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Thomas & Sandra Bailey
February 12, 2010
Thomas and I are very sorry to here of the loss of your mother and grand mother. You are in our prays and in our hearts at this time of sorrow
Janita Hutchinson
February 11, 2010
To Edie and Cindy and all of Ms Frances's family. I am sorry to hear about your lost of your mother, Edie and your grandmother, Cindy. I know you will have many memories to share of Ms Frances. Some of those memories might make you sad but there will be many memories that will make you laugh. Hopefully, your memories will be able to comfort you on those occasions and leave you with a peaceful feeling. With sympathy, Janita Hutchinson.
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