Knowles
Pal l bearers
Franklin Mills Amar Knowles Joshua Knowles
Honorary Pal l bearers
Joseph Knowles Charles Harrell George Harrell
Fl ower At tendant s
In Loving Memory of Ormand Saunders Jharad Davis Otis Saunders Joseph D. Knowles Anwar Knowles Taylor Lucius Knowles Campbell
Family and Friends
Interment
Hallandale Beach Cemetery 801 NW 6th Avenue Hallandale, Florida 33009
Josephine R. Harrell
Knowl es Sunrise
June 5, 1929
Sunset
January 10, 2017
Repast
Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church 816 NW 1st Avenue Hallandale, Florida 33009
Acknowl edgement
Words are inadequate to express our thanks and appreciation for the kind words that were spoken, prayers that were rendered and deeds that you demonstrated. Your sincere love and thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. Our burdens were made lighter, and our countenances brighter because of the kindness you shared. Your continued prayers and support will console us while our hearts mend. -The Knowles Family
Professional Services Entrusted To
Saturday, January 21, 2017 11:00 am Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church 816 NW 1st Avenue Hallandale, Florida 33009 Rev. Joe C. Johnson – Pastor Bishop Quintin Wallace- Officiating Hallandale Church of God Eric George Funer al Home Directing “ A New Generation of Quality”
Obit uary of
Josephine R. Harrell Knowles “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:” -II Timothy 4:7 Josephine Ruth Harrell Knowles was born in Uneedus, Louisiana on June 5, 1929 to proud parents, Atkin and Katie Harrell. Josephine was a bountiful blessing from God. She was the oldest of 14 children. During her life, her family travelled from Louisiana to Texas to live. When Josephine was eleven, her parents made Hallandale, Florida their permanent dwelling place in 1940. She attended Lanier Elementary School and matriculated to Attucks High School. In her days as a young person, it was customary for young ladies to learn how to sew. Josephine learned this trade, and she did it well. She also learned the skill of money management. The skill of managing money was used and mastered throughout her life as a wife and mother. During her teenage years, her family aligned their hearts with Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church and became members. Josephine was a member at Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church until she married William Knowles. William was a member of Hallandale Church of God of Prophesy. Josephine joyfully joined her husband, and they were very active members. As a jovial, social and spiritual person, Josephine began visiting and attending the Church of God local church, their district and state conventions and general assemblies. She enjoyed her experiences, and thus pronounced her decision to become a member of Hallandale Church of God. Her father, Deacon Harrell
Grandmother's Love
Mother's Love
was already a Deacon at the church. Sis. Knowles, as she was called, served in many church capacities at the church. As Josephine matured as a woman of faith, grace and prudence, the Church of God recognized her graceful development, and she was honored and elevated to Mother Knowles. Mother Knowles’ grace from within sparked brightly. Her entrance into a room would fill the air with gentleness, peace and joy. She was an elegant and polished dresser. She loved, simply loved wearing hats to complete her elegant style. Mother Knowles always had a word of encouragement for others. She proclaimed to anyone who would listen that “God will provide!” She enthusiastically proclaimed her testimony of how God provided for her, and He can do the same for you! She loudly reiterated, “The Lord is My Shepherd, and I Shall Not Want!” Psalm 23. She was a dependable refuge for comfort and a good pep talker. Mother Knowles joyfully sang hymns, and fervently read and applied the Holy Scriptures to live her life totally for God. She faithfully attended services whenever the church doors were open and she could get there. Mother Knowles LOVED GOD! She showed it in her interactions with others. She LOVED her church. This was evident in her attendance and dedication; and, she LOVED her family. She demonstrated her love by pouring her heart into loving them wholeheartedly. She worked arduously filling their hearts with indelible marks of good nurturing, quality time, shared experiences and many learned lessons. Mother Knowles leaves to cherish her memories: her children, Patricia Byrd, Cheryl Davis (Jolly), Anita Knowles, Kathy Saunders (Ormand), Vanessa Knowles (Michael), and Joseph Knowles (Altressa); brothers, Charles Harrell and George Harrell; sister, Nell Harrell; sister-in-law, Vernell Knowles and Idella Knowles; brother-in-law Howard Knowles; 18 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Order ofService
I’m Free
Bishop Kent Shaw, Moderating
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free
Processional.................................................................................................................................... Choir
I’m following the path God has chosen for me.
Invocation...................................................................................................................Bishop Kent Shaw
I took His hand when I heard Him call; I turned my back and left it all.
Scriptures Old Testament..............................................................................................................Verben Grier New Testament........................................................................................... Minister Kevin Knowles Selection......................................................................................................................................... Choir Words of Comfort............................................................................................... Rev. Carlton Campbell
I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way;
Poem............................................................................................................................ SueNae NeSmith
I’ve now found peace at the end of day.
Solo...................................................................................................................... Pastor Javen Campbell
If my parting has left a void,
Reflections...............................................................................................................Two minutes, please
Then fill it with remembered joys.
As a Neighbor............................................................................................................Joyce Hawkins
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss;
As a Best Friend & Goddaughter..............................Sis. LuLu Robinson & Pastor Theresa Tavernier
Oh yes, these things I, too, will miss.
As Brothers.................................................................................................................George Harrell
Be not burdened with times of sorrow;
Charles Harrell As a Granddaughter........................................................................................................Zina White Selection.......................................................................................................Life-Center Pembroke Pines
Look for the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I savored much;
Poem............................................................................................................................Pastor Jolly Davis
Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.
Acknowledgements........................................................................... Eric S. George Funeral Home Staff
Perhaps my time seems all too brief;
Solo.................................................................................................................... Pastor Vanessa Knowles
Don’t lengthen your pain with undue grief.
Eulogy.................................................................................................................Pastor Quintin Wallace
Lift up your heart and peace to thee;
Recessional
God wanted me now—He has set me free.
Franklin Mills Amar Knowles Joshua Knowles
Honorary Pal l bearers
Joseph Knowles Charles Harrell George Harrell
Fl ower At tendant s
In Loving Memory of Ormand Saunders Jharad Davis Otis Saunders Joseph D. Knowles Anwar Knowles Taylor Lucius Knowles Campbell
Family and Friends
Interment
Hallandale Beach Cemetery 801 NW 6th Avenue Hallandale, Florida 33009
Josephine R. Harrell
Knowl es Sunrise
June 5, 1929
Sunset
January 10, 2017
Repast
Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church 816 NW 1st Avenue Hallandale, Florida 33009
Acknowl edgement
Words are inadequate to express our thanks and appreciation for the kind words that were spoken, prayers that were rendered and deeds that you demonstrated. Your sincere love and thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. Our burdens were made lighter, and our countenances brighter because of the kindness you shared. Your continued prayers and support will console us while our hearts mend. -The Knowles Family
Professional Services Entrusted To
Saturday, January 21, 2017 11:00 am Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church 816 NW 1st Avenue Hallandale, Florida 33009 Rev. Joe C. Johnson – Pastor Bishop Quintin Wallace- Officiating Hallandale Church of God Eric George Funer al Home Directing “ A New Generation of Quality”
Obit uary of
Josephine R. Harrell Knowles “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:” -II Timothy 4:7 Josephine Ruth Harrell Knowles was born in Uneedus, Louisiana on June 5, 1929 to proud parents, Atkin and Katie Harrell. Josephine was a bountiful blessing from God. She was the oldest of 14 children. During her life, her family travelled from Louisiana to Texas to live. When Josephine was eleven, her parents made Hallandale, Florida their permanent dwelling place in 1940. She attended Lanier Elementary School and matriculated to Attucks High School. In her days as a young person, it was customary for young ladies to learn how to sew. Josephine learned this trade, and she did it well. She also learned the skill of money management. The skill of managing money was used and mastered throughout her life as a wife and mother. During her teenage years, her family aligned their hearts with Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church and became members. Josephine was a member at Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church until she married William Knowles. William was a member of Hallandale Church of God of Prophesy. Josephine joyfully joined her husband, and they were very active members. As a jovial, social and spiritual person, Josephine began visiting and attending the Church of God local church, their district and state conventions and general assemblies. She enjoyed her experiences, and thus pronounced her decision to become a member of Hallandale Church of God. Her father, Deacon Harrell
Grandmother's Love
Mother's Love
was already a Deacon at the church. Sis. Knowles, as she was called, served in many church capacities at the church. As Josephine matured as a woman of faith, grace and prudence, the Church of God recognized her graceful development, and she was honored and elevated to Mother Knowles. Mother Knowles’ grace from within sparked brightly. Her entrance into a room would fill the air with gentleness, peace and joy. She was an elegant and polished dresser. She loved, simply loved wearing hats to complete her elegant style. Mother Knowles always had a word of encouragement for others. She proclaimed to anyone who would listen that “God will provide!” She enthusiastically proclaimed her testimony of how God provided for her, and He can do the same for you! She loudly reiterated, “The Lord is My Shepherd, and I Shall Not Want!” Psalm 23. She was a dependable refuge for comfort and a good pep talker. Mother Knowles joyfully sang hymns, and fervently read and applied the Holy Scriptures to live her life totally for God. She faithfully attended services whenever the church doors were open and she could get there. Mother Knowles LOVED GOD! She showed it in her interactions with others. She LOVED her church. This was evident in her attendance and dedication; and, she LOVED her family. She demonstrated her love by pouring her heart into loving them wholeheartedly. She worked arduously filling their hearts with indelible marks of good nurturing, quality time, shared experiences and many learned lessons. Mother Knowles leaves to cherish her memories: her children, Patricia Byrd, Cheryl Davis (Jolly), Anita Knowles, Kathy Saunders (Ormand), Vanessa Knowles (Michael), and Joseph Knowles (Altressa); brothers, Charles Harrell and George Harrell; sister, Nell Harrell; sister-in-law, Vernell Knowles and Idella Knowles; brother-in-law Howard Knowles; 18 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Order ofService
I’m Free
Bishop Kent Shaw, Moderating
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free
Processional.................................................................................................................................... Choir
I’m following the path God has chosen for me.
Invocation...................................................................................................................Bishop Kent Shaw
I took His hand when I heard Him call; I turned my back and left it all.
Scriptures Old Testament..............................................................................................................Verben Grier New Testament........................................................................................... Minister Kevin Knowles Selection......................................................................................................................................... Choir Words of Comfort............................................................................................... Rev. Carlton Campbell
I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way;
Poem............................................................................................................................ SueNae NeSmith
I’ve now found peace at the end of day.
Solo...................................................................................................................... Pastor Javen Campbell
If my parting has left a void,
Reflections...............................................................................................................Two minutes, please
Then fill it with remembered joys.
As a Neighbor............................................................................................................Joyce Hawkins
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss;
As a Best Friend & Goddaughter..............................Sis. LuLu Robinson & Pastor Theresa Tavernier
Oh yes, these things I, too, will miss.
As Brothers.................................................................................................................George Harrell
Be not burdened with times of sorrow;
Charles Harrell As a Granddaughter........................................................................................................Zina White Selection.......................................................................................................Life-Center Pembroke Pines
Look for the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I savored much;
Poem............................................................................................................................Pastor Jolly Davis
Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.
Acknowledgements........................................................................... Eric S. George Funeral Home Staff
Perhaps my time seems all too brief;
Solo.................................................................................................................... Pastor Vanessa Knowles
Don’t lengthen your pain with undue grief.
Eulogy.................................................................................................................Pastor Quintin Wallace
Lift up your heart and peace to thee;
Recessional
God wanted me now—He has set me free.
