When I am gone, release me, let me go. I have so many things to see ...
Family and Friends
Family and Friends
When I am gone, release me, let me go. I have so many things to see and do, You mustn't tie yourself to me with too many tears, But be thankful we had so many good years. I gave you my love, and you can only guess How much you've given me in happiness. I thank you for the love that you have shown, But now it is time I traveled on alone. So grieve for me a while, if grieve you must Then let your grief be comforted by trust That it is only for a while that we must part, So treasure the memories within your heart. I won't be far away for life goes on. And if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can't see or touch me, I will be near And if you listen with your heart, you'll hear All my love around you soft and clear And then, when you come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and a "Welcome Home".
The family of the late Sister Louise R. Cleveland acknowledges, with sincere appreciation your understanding, prayers and all acts of kindness extended during this time of bereavement. Your comforting expressions of sympathy will always be remembered with deep gratitude. We thank you so much; and may God bless you all. Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home 2930 Colonial Drive Columbia, South Carolina 29203
Willie A. Tompkins, Founder (803) 254-2000 bosticktompkinsinc.com
Prelude................................................................................................................. Darius Hassel
Mrs. Louise Richardson Cleveland was born March 27, 1924 in Columbia, South Carolina. Sister Cleveland was the daughter of the late James and Allie Richardson. Sister Cleveland was called to Heaven on April 23, 2017 to take her eternal rest. Sister Cleveland was the Matriarch of her family and was the true definition of a phenomenal woman. She was educated in the public schools of Richland County. Affectionately known to many as “Granny”, Sister Cleveland had a big heart and was dearly loved by everyone who crossed her path. She never knew a stranger. “Granny” loved cooking! You could always count on her to cook a good Sunday meal. She not only loved to cook for family, but she also fixed plates for anyone in the community that came to her home. She also enjoyed gardening, sewing and canning vegetables. Sister Cleveland was a strong woman of faith. She was a lifelong member of Zion Pilgrim Baptist Church. She enjoyed many years of singing with the Jubilee Choir and serving with the Missionary Society. Sister Cleveland also enjoyed making her “famous” potato salad for church functions. Sister Cleveland was a very wise woman and always shared that wisdom with anyone that would listen. She always taught her children and grandchildren the importance of honesty, loyalty, hard work, giving, not judging others and, most importantly, putting God first. She was a loved and cherished employee of Capital City Manufacturing for more than 25 years. Besides her children and grandchildren, she was a caregiver for many years. Sister Cleveland was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Alex Cleveland; a brother, Albert Richardson; three sisters: Ruth Williams, Margaret Lamar and Lillian Robinson; two daughters, Helen Corbin and Wendy J. Cleveland; and three sons: Alexander, William and Jackie Cleveland. Sister Cleveland leaves to cherish precious memories: six children: Deloris E. Henry of Ft. Rockway, New York, James (Earleas) Cleveland, Janice Cleveland, Albert (Beverly) Cleveland, Valeria Cleveland, all of Columbia, South Carolina, and Doris (Woody III) Ford from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; one brother, William (Tilma) Richardson of San Antonio, Texas; a son-in-law, Jessie L. Corbin of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; 17 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren; and a host of other loving relative and dear friends.
I am home in Heaven, dear ones; Oh, so happy and so bright! There is perfect joy and beauty In this everlasting light. All the pain and grief is over, Every restless tossing passed; I am now at peace forever, Safely home in Heaven at last. Did you wonder I so calmly Trod the valley of the shade? Oh! but Jesus' arm to lean on, Could I have one doubt or dread? Then you must not grieve so sorely, For I love you dearly still; Try to look beyond earth's shadows, Pray to trust our Father's Will. There is work still waiting for you, So you must not idly stand; Do it now, while life remaineth — You shall rest in Jesus' land. When that work is all completed, He will gently call you Home; Oh, the rapture of that meeting, Oh, the joy to see you come!
Processional .............................................................................................Clergy and Family Final Farewell to Our Beloved Sister Cleveland ........ Bostick-Tompkins Staff Hymn of Praise................................................................................... “Glory to His Name” Old and New Testament Scripture ........................ Reverend Charles Chambers Prayer of Comfort........................................................................Minister Deloris Smith Selection ................................................................................................................Jubilee Choir Men of Zion Remarks (three minutes please) ..........................................................Deacon Joe Tolliver Reverend Charles Epps Mr. Benjamin Edmonds Mrs. Lauren Tolcher (Solo) Solo ......................................................................................Reverend Kenneth McFadden Poem ......................................................................................................... Mrs. Josephine Hall Solo ..............................................................................................................Mr. Billie Jefferson Words of Comfort.................................................................... Reverend Willie Duggan Recessional
Committal, Closing Prayer, Benediction & Interment
1101 Buckner Road • Columbia, South Carolina
Family and Friends
When I am gone, release me, let me go. I have so many things to see and do, You mustn't tie yourself to me with too many tears, But be thankful we had so many good years. I gave you my love, and you can only guess How much you've given me in happiness. I thank you for the love that you have shown, But now it is time I traveled on alone. So grieve for me a while, if grieve you must Then let your grief be comforted by trust That it is only for a while that we must part, So treasure the memories within your heart. I won't be far away for life goes on. And if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can't see or touch me, I will be near And if you listen with your heart, you'll hear All my love around you soft and clear And then, when you come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and a "Welcome Home".
The family of the late Sister Louise R. Cleveland acknowledges, with sincere appreciation your understanding, prayers and all acts of kindness extended during this time of bereavement. Your comforting expressions of sympathy will always be remembered with deep gratitude. We thank you so much; and may God bless you all. Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home 2930 Colonial Drive Columbia, South Carolina 29203
Willie A. Tompkins, Founder (803) 254-2000 bosticktompkinsinc.com
Prelude................................................................................................................. Darius Hassel
Mrs. Louise Richardson Cleveland was born March 27, 1924 in Columbia, South Carolina. Sister Cleveland was the daughter of the late James and Allie Richardson. Sister Cleveland was called to Heaven on April 23, 2017 to take her eternal rest. Sister Cleveland was the Matriarch of her family and was the true definition of a phenomenal woman. She was educated in the public schools of Richland County. Affectionately known to many as “Granny”, Sister Cleveland had a big heart and was dearly loved by everyone who crossed her path. She never knew a stranger. “Granny” loved cooking! You could always count on her to cook a good Sunday meal. She not only loved to cook for family, but she also fixed plates for anyone in the community that came to her home. She also enjoyed gardening, sewing and canning vegetables. Sister Cleveland was a strong woman of faith. She was a lifelong member of Zion Pilgrim Baptist Church. She enjoyed many years of singing with the Jubilee Choir and serving with the Missionary Society. Sister Cleveland also enjoyed making her “famous” potato salad for church functions. Sister Cleveland was a very wise woman and always shared that wisdom with anyone that would listen. She always taught her children and grandchildren the importance of honesty, loyalty, hard work, giving, not judging others and, most importantly, putting God first. She was a loved and cherished employee of Capital City Manufacturing for more than 25 years. Besides her children and grandchildren, she was a caregiver for many years. Sister Cleveland was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Alex Cleveland; a brother, Albert Richardson; three sisters: Ruth Williams, Margaret Lamar and Lillian Robinson; two daughters, Helen Corbin and Wendy J. Cleveland; and three sons: Alexander, William and Jackie Cleveland. Sister Cleveland leaves to cherish precious memories: six children: Deloris E. Henry of Ft. Rockway, New York, James (Earleas) Cleveland, Janice Cleveland, Albert (Beverly) Cleveland, Valeria Cleveland, all of Columbia, South Carolina, and Doris (Woody III) Ford from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; one brother, William (Tilma) Richardson of San Antonio, Texas; a son-in-law, Jessie L. Corbin of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; 17 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren; and a host of other loving relative and dear friends.
I am home in Heaven, dear ones; Oh, so happy and so bright! There is perfect joy and beauty In this everlasting light. All the pain and grief is over, Every restless tossing passed; I am now at peace forever, Safely home in Heaven at last. Did you wonder I so calmly Trod the valley of the shade? Oh! but Jesus' arm to lean on, Could I have one doubt or dread? Then you must not grieve so sorely, For I love you dearly still; Try to look beyond earth's shadows, Pray to trust our Father's Will. There is work still waiting for you, So you must not idly stand; Do it now, while life remaineth — You shall rest in Jesus' land. When that work is all completed, He will gently call you Home; Oh, the rapture of that meeting, Oh, the joy to see you come!
Processional .............................................................................................Clergy and Family Final Farewell to Our Beloved Sister Cleveland ........ Bostick-Tompkins Staff Hymn of Praise................................................................................... “Glory to His Name” Old and New Testament Scripture ........................ Reverend Charles Chambers Prayer of Comfort........................................................................Minister Deloris Smith Selection ................................................................................................................Jubilee Choir Men of Zion Remarks (three minutes please) ..........................................................Deacon Joe Tolliver Reverend Charles Epps Mr. Benjamin Edmonds Mrs. Lauren Tolcher (Solo) Solo ......................................................................................Reverend Kenneth McFadden Poem ......................................................................................................... Mrs. Josephine Hall Solo ..............................................................................................................Mr. Billie Jefferson Words of Comfort.................................................................... Reverend Willie Duggan Recessional
Committal, Closing Prayer, Benediction & Interment
1101 Buckner Road • Columbia, South Carolina
