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PRICE, Tommie Entered into eternal rest on December 26, 2008, Mrs. Tommie Jane "Ma Bell" Price, the beloved mother of Mr. William A. Price, Mrs. Brenda Bell (Freddie) Clay, Mr. James (Jackie) Bell, Mr. Edwin (Maya) Bell, Mrs. Glenda Bell (Cliff) Brown, Ms. Jane T. Bell, Mrs. Gary L. (Lisa) Bell, Ms. Linda Bell Anavitate, Mr. Barry B. (Tish) Bell, Mr. Michael J. Bell, Mr. David Bell and Mr. Kevin Mikell, daughter of Mrs. Ruth Mitchell Cann and the late Mr. Thomas Frampton, dear friend of Mr. James Brown III. Late residence 217 Highland Drive, Summerville, SC. The relatives and friends of Mrs. Tommie Jane "Ma Bell" Price are invited to attend her memorial service on Tuesday, December 30, 2008, at 1:00 p.m. in Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, 7396 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC. Online memorial messages may be made to the family at www.suburbanfuneralhome.com. ARRANGEMENTS BY SUBURBAN FUNERAL HOME, INC. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Dec. 29, 2008.

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Tyrone Jones

January 7, 2009

I was so shocked and hurt to learn of Tommie Jane's death. She was a near and dear friend to me and my family. I have known her all of my life. She was my mother's(Theresa Jones) very best friend. In fact, they were like sisters. I miss you very much! I will never forget you. Rest in peace my very dear friend. I will always Love You!

Sylvia Chapman

January 3, 2009

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Janie Casey

January 3, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Emmy (Casey) Smith

January 3, 2009

To My Aunt Ruth & My Cousins:

I was so saddened to hear about the lost of Tommie. I was disappointed with myself that I didn't go to see her on Christmas. That was my lost but I will always remember her especially on our birth date. Tommie was a sweet and beautiful woman inside and out. She always made me feel welcomed and loved. I pray that you all will remain close and help each other through this difficult time. You are a strong family and God will see you through this too.

Tina and Taylor Robertson

January 1, 2009

Glenda and the Bell Family,

Our hearts ached and we were saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. Tommie was a vibrant, beautiful and loving person. I am sure Taylor is the young lady she is today because of the time she spent with Tommie during her time in Maryland. Tommie ("Ti" as Taylor called her) was and always will be like family to us. We pray that the memories of your mother comfort you and your family during this time. Our heartfelt condolences and prayers are extended to you and your family.

Adlee (Crip), Joetta, and family

December 31, 2008

We would like to send our deepest condolences to the Bell Family. We understand the pain and suffering your family is going through now. We are praying in our hearts and soul for your family at this time of grievance.

Deesha, Toi & Yanna

December 30, 2008

To the Bell family
Thinking of you during this difficult time may the grace of god strengthen you in the days to come. With Deepest Sympathy

Kenneth Bailey

December 30, 2008

Tommie J. was a remarkable person who befriended everyone she met. There was never a dull moment at the Bell home and Tommie and the family always made you feel welcome. Thank you Lord for allowing me to share some time with Tommie and the Bell Family. I will never forget Tommie. Love you guys (The Bell Family).

Iris Anavitate

December 30, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Valerie & William (Bill) Reed

December 30, 2008

My love and prayers are with you. I understand the pain of the separation. Rest assured, it will get better.

Jacqueline Burke

December 30, 2008

We are all thinking about everyone. She was funny, great and did not hold back! We enjoyed being around her and will miss her dearly. I will miss those stories and everything about her. If there is anything I can do please do not hesitate to call.

Vanessa Brown, Assistant Pastor Living Truth Ministries

December 30, 2008

To Mother Ruth Cann, The Clay Family and Bell Family,
On behalf of our Senior Pastor, Karyn D. Simmons and the entire Living Truth Ministries family, your family has our deepest sympathy as you mourn the loss of Sister Price. We are diligently praying for you. We do not mourn as the world mourns because we know that she is now free to rest from the troubles of this world but we understand that it is hard to part with those we love. We pray the Holy Spirit will comfort you as Jesus promised. We believe the God of our salavation will heal your broken hearts and turn your tears into joy.

Trena Bryant

December 29, 2008

Linda & Family my thoughts and prayers are with you doing your time of sorrow. May the peace of God bring you through your time of bereavement.

Rozita P. Wylder The Parks Family

December 29, 2008

Family....May you all find Rest and Peace in knowing that our sovereign God is too wise to make a mistake. We encourage you to embrace love's greatest gift of "remembrance". Let your mom's infectious smile and vibrant attitude remain in your hearts forever!!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ayanna (yanna) Spencer-Williams

December 29, 2008

To the Bell Family
Be encouraged and know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. My love and prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow.

Willie Ford, Jr (USMC)

December 29, 2008

To the family of the late Tommie Jane "Ma Bell" Price-Bell:

Our heartfelt condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you all during your time of bereavement.

We shall always treasure Ma Bell, to whom we shall always be grateful, in our hearts and memories.

Please accept our humble condolences. We are sorry for your loss.

Please know that we are here for you.

With Love,

Willie Ford, Jr (USMC)
Kelvin Ford
Kenneth Ford

Gayle (formerly of Gayle's Beauty Salon)

December 29, 2008

To the Bell Family
Someone who know what it's like to lose a great person with a big heart I am one. I will remember her big heart & bright smile and the joy she brought to all. With deepest sympathy

Alfreda Dinkins-Reid

December 29, 2008

To The Bell & Price Family:

I am very sorry to hear Of the passing of Mrs. Bell She was a true Leader and a strong pillar I remember Mrs. Bell Back in the days Growing up in the hood.(ten-mile) she would always try to lead all of the neighborhood children in the right direction. her home was your home. Glenda, tylena, koo-koo and the rest of the family your mom did a wonderful job. God wants her now her work on earth is now finish. May God strenghten you and comforted you in the days ahead. I will be praying for the family.

Lisa Duncan

December 29, 2008

Linda,Family and friends.Im sorry for your loss,you and your family are in my prayer.

Quanda Singleton

December 29, 2008

To the Price-Bell Family,

I only had the priviledge of meeting Mrs. Tommie once. I enjoyed speaking with her about her many trips back and forth to the VA, bringing family members. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of berevement. Just remember she's gone home, no more pain or suffering.

Just keep your hands in the hand of the Man that calm the seas and GOD will ease your lost in time; gone but never forgotten.

Shalonda's Sister-in-law

Terry and Emiko Huff

December 29, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Charlese(charlie) Lewis

December 29, 2008

Tommie Jane, you are gone in body but not in spirit, you will always be in my heart thank you for all the love you gave to me and my family.

Tonya Davis

December 29, 2008

Our love and prayers are with you during this tough time. My love to all the family!

Tonya (Infinger) Davis

SHARON BROWN MAXWELL

December 29, 2008

TO THE BELL FAMILY,MAY IT HELP TO EASE YOUR SORROW IN YOUR HEART TO KNOW THAT MANY HEARTFELT THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR HOURS OF GRIEF MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Alanese Simmons-Champaigne and The Gladden Family

December 29, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time and in the days ahead.

Leslie Carlino

December 29, 2008

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

KAT AMES

December 29, 2008

I LOVED "MA BELL" WITH ALL MY HEART! SHE WAS A MOM TO ME FOR THE PAST 8 YEARS. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER WORDS OF WISDOM AS I WOULD LISTEN TO HER FOR HOURS AS SHE TRIED TO GUIDE ME IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION. SHE WAS MY HEART AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HER FAMILY IS MY FAMILY AND I WOULD DO ANYTHING FOR ANY OF THEM. IM HERE FOR YOU LINDA...FOREVER AND ALWAYS AND MA BELL WILL BE MY "MOM" FOR EVER. REST IN PEACE SWEET LADY...YOUR "KAT"

lynette Anavitate-White

December 29, 2008

Good day to all

I met miss price twice. She is the mother of the wonderful Linda Bell (Anavitate). I am terribly saddened by this loss. This family has been through so much but still strong..I give my love and prayers..I am so sorry. May God continue his works and may he continue to pour his love and strength into your souls and heart.

The Ananvitate and the White's

lynette whit

December 29, 2008

Good day to all

I met miss price twice. She is the mother of the wonderful Linda Bell (Anavitate). I am terribly saddened by this loss. This family has been through so much but still strong..I give my love and prayers..I am so sorry. May God continue his works and may he continue to pour his love and strength into your souls and heart.

The Ananvitate and the White's

Shalonda (Price) Singleton

December 29, 2008

Remember

Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you plann'd:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.

By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation

Belinda McDermott

December 29, 2008

To the family: I am so sorry for your loss. I loved your mother too. She was like a second mother to me. She loved me and my son, Joey and we loved her too so very much. Since she has passed, I am reflecting on all the motherly advise she gave me, all the laughs we shared. I remember the trip we took together on Thanksgiving 2000 where I met you guys. There was so much love and fun in that house. I told her I don't even know why you are in Cleveland with so much family,fun and love down there. She missed you children too and that's why she moved back. I don't know what more to say...I just miss her. You are all in my prayers. She was such a fighter, I thought maybe I would see her one last time but, God has His on schedule. I am just so hurt... What a wonderful,vigorous and energetic person. It's our loss but Heaven's gain...

The Ravenell Family

December 29, 2008

Death, be not proud

Death, be not proud, though some have called thee
Mighty and dreadful, for thou art not so;
For those whom thou think'st thou dost overthrow
Die not, poor Death, nor yet canst thou kill me.
From rest and sleep, which but thy pictures be,
Much pleasure; then from thee much more must flow,
And soonest our best men with thee do go,
Rest of their bones, and soul's delivery.
Thou art slave to fate, chance, kings, and desperate men,
And dost with poison, war, and sickness dwell,
And poppy or charms can make us sleep as well
And better than thy stroke; why swell'st thou then?
One short sleep past, we wake eternally
And death shall be no more; Death, thou shalt die.

By John Donne
The Poetry Foundation

Gladys Neal

December 29, 2008

You are in my prayers. Tommie was very loved my Herman.

Love - Mrs. Gladys (Herman) Neal

Tony and Tami Hobson

December 29, 2008

Our condolences are truely from our hearts for you and your family in this time of loss. May you all try to be strong and be closer to each other even more so now.

Mr.Jimmy Dingle

December 29, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Deacon Francis and Constance Guest

December 29, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

vickie price

December 29, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Shane Ravenell -Spells and family

December 29, 2008

And I said , Oh that I had wings like a dove ! For then would I fly away , and be at rest . Psalms 55:6

Bill Tyrrell

December 29, 2008

Linda,family and friends I am so sorry for your loss but remember she is in a better place now with out the pain. And she is still watching over all of her loved ones that are still here on earth. I know it is hard to believe but it is true. So to all the family and friends keep your spirits up and know that her spirit is already up in heaven and watching over all of you.
Bill

Karen Higgin and Pernell Jefferson LTM

December 29, 2008

To Dec. and Missionary Clay,

Be encouraged and know that God is yet on the throne. Your mother has been given that peace that one day we all would love to have. I will. continue to pray for you all especially my special mother Mother Cann. Know that LTM is here always and we love you all.

Synovia Itson

December 29, 2008

Sorry to hear about the lost of your mother. The word of God say's "He would never leave us, nor forsake us". He has already given us the HolySpirit to help in every and any situation. I encourage you to look to Jesus, because truly He is where your help come from.

Sincerely;
Synovia(Nero) Itson
Seattle Wa

The Nero Family

December 29, 2008

To the Bell Family:

We are sorry to hear of the loss of your mother and we know how close yall were as a family. We have such fond memories of her from our "Ten Mile Hill" days. Please know that we are praying for your family and know that earth have no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. The days ahead will be hard, but look to the hills for your help and strength. May God continue to strengthen your love ones.

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