david, arthur funeral program

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Sunrise SunsetApril 13, 1938 February 1, 2013

Tuesday, February 5, 2013 12:00 NoonLane College Gymnasium

545 Lane Avenue Jackson, Tennessee 38301

Rev. James G. Dowell, OfficiatingBishop William H. Graves, Sr., Eulogist

Bishop Lawrence L. Reddick, III, Presiding Bishop


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PRAISE THE LORD MY FRIENDS(TUNE OF BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC)

Come sing the praises of our God, let every heart rejoice.

We are listening daily to the beauty of our saviors voice

He will give us all the gift of love, for He alone is God.

And He will not forsake.

Praise the Lord my friends,

Just praise Him while you can.





Lift God for all to see.

I am praising God wherever I go, His love for man wont stall.

I will praise Him when I seem to rise and praise Him when I fall.

His love for man shall be my cry, no other name I know.

Ill praise our God today.








When the CMEs are marching forth, let no one doubt our praise.

CMEs sing hallelujah as we think of Gods pure grace.

Come forth from every venue, come forth from every place.

Come forth and sing Gods praise.








Written by. Dr. Arthur L. David, April, 2006

St. Paul C.M.E. Church

Jackson, Tennessee 38301

1-731-613-7010


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Dr. Arthur L. David, a native of the state of Illinois was born on April 13, 1938. His parentswere Carey Henry David, Sr. and Annetta Rosemary Hawk David. He was the third child ofseven; Cary Henry David, Jr. of Chicago, IL, Antoinette David Jefferson (Chicago, IL -deceased),Shalaymiah Melanie David of Israel, James Clarence David (Chicago, IL-deceased), AntonioButch David (Milan, TN deceased) and Celeste David of Chicago, IL. He was also preceded in

death by a grandson, Sean LaCurtiss David, II.

Arthur was a graduate of the Tilden Technical High School of the city of Chicago. He beganhis collegiate achievements graduating from Lane College having high honors with a B.A.degree. He also graduated from Phillips School of Theology with a Master of Divinity degree; andfrom the University of Nebraska at Lincoln with the Master of Arts degree (History). He wasproud to be the first African-American to receive a doctoral degree from The Middle TennesseeState University with a Doctor of Arts degree (History). His love for knowledge led him to dofurther studies at the University of Memphis, the University of Tennessee, the University ofMissouri at Rolla, and Jackson State Community College.

Dr. David was called into the ministry at the age of fifteen. He has been pastoring for morethan fifty-five years. He pastored churches in Georgia, Nebraska, and Tennessee.

In addition to his pastoral history, Dr. David has been an academician for more than fiftyyears as a part of the Lane College family. He served in every capacity at the college includingInstructor of Religion and Dean of the Chapel, Assistant Professor, Exchange Professor,

Associate Professor, Full Professor, Chairperson of the Social Sciences Division, Dean of theCollege, and Interim President in 1992. Dear Lane, He loved you, loved you well!!!

In addition to his service at Lane College, Dr. David was a part of the faculty at the Universityof Tennessee at Martin, Motlow State Community College, and Middle Tennessee StateUniversity as a teaching assistant. He was the first person elected by the Board of Trustees ofLane College as a Professor Emeritus, one of the most distinguished honors an academician canreceive.

He was married for more than fifty-two years to Mrs. Martha Sue Barham David. The Davidsare the parents of two children, Alexis Raenise David Womack (Bryan Keith I) and Sean

LaCurtiss David (Emily). They have four beautiful grandchildren who are loved very dearly,including Bryan Keith Womack II, Sarah RaeSean Antoinette Womack, Sean LaCurtiss David III,and Arthur LaCurtiss David II.

Dr. and Mrs. David are loved by many and have a large extended family. They haveadopted children from every walk of their life. Their Godsons include Tim Dance, Brian Dance,Sam Dance, C. J. Dance, Will Smith, Kenneth Staten, Alfred Townsend, Alton Coleman, GaryBills and Marcus Dowdy. Their God-daughters are Clarice Cunningham, Marilyn Adams, HelenWade, Belinda Cooper, Johnna Cosby Webster, Octavia Lindsey, KaNieshaRobertson, CicelyFloyd Mason, Dr. Maria Williamson-Dennis, Mozell Nervis, Jasmine Perry and Janice Townsend.They also have a loving Godsister, Dorothy Dance; a loving aunt, Dorothy Sue Reynolds;devoted niece, Jacqueline Barham Stennis; supportive cousins, Colleen Scott and LaTonyaScott Wynne.

His memberships in civic and social organizations are extensive. To name a few, he is amember of the Kappa Kappa Psi Honorary Band fraternity, the Sigma Theta Epsilon ChristianService fraternity, the Phi Alpha Theta Honor society for historians, the Pi Gamma Mu Honorsociety for social scientists, the NAACP, and The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Dr. David was an author, a lecturer, an educator, a minister, a true and dynamic spirit of God.He was husband, father, brother, uncle, relative and friend. He never sought honor orrecognition. He often stated to friends and family let the work Ive done, speak for me. Hisinfluence and respect certainly speak for him.


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Rev. James G. Dowell, Officiating

The Processional and Family Viewing

The Opening Hymn .......................................................................................... My Hope Is Built

The Affirmation of Faith ..................................................................................................... UnisonI believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of Heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ Hisonly begotten son: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit; born of the Virgin Mary;suffered under Pontius Pilate; was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day He rose fromthe dead; He ascended into Heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father

Almighty, from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in theHoly Spirit, the Holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, theresurrection of the body and life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayer....................................................................................... Bishop Ronald Cunningham

The Old Testament Scripture (Psalms 34:1-

8)..................................

Rev. Carmicheal Crutchfield

The Gloria Patri ................................................................................................................. Unison

The New Testament ScripturesGospel (John 14:1-6)............................................................................ Rev. Louis T. PurhamEpistle (1 Peter 5:7-11)................................................................................... Rev. Will Smith

The Acknowledgements and Resolutions........................................................Rev. Leo Douglass

The Remarks (2 minutes, please)........... Bishop Nathaniel Bonds (Deliverance House of Prayer)

Bro. Gary Taylor(Mens Interfaith Bible Study Leader)

Bishop E. Lynn Brown

Sis. Alice Hooker(Dyer Connection)

The Musical Selection .......................................................... Mrs. Blalock & The St. Paul Singers

The Remarks (2 minutes, please)..............................Rev. Ramsey ODaniel (son in the ministry)Tuscaloosa, AL, Pastor of Christ Baptist Church

Bro. Clarence Boone (Salem CME/Fraternity Brother)

Special Remarks

Bishop Lawrence Reddick, III (1st Episcopal District)

The Musical Selection ................................................................................... Blairs Chapel Choir

The Eulogy .....................................................................................Bishop William H. Graves, Sr.

The Musical Selection ......................................Bro. William Graves, Jr. and Sis. Ameera Graves

The Closing Prayer.......................................................................................Rev. Darryl Coleman

Recessional


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Dr. Arthur L. David has touched so many lives during his seventy-four years on this earth.He inspired people in the church as a preacher, the colleges as a student and teacher, andeven found time to impress his Coke-bottle waisted sweetheart from Milan, Martha Sue. It is

important to note, however, that Dr. Davids influence did not stop there. His influence does nothalt in the halls and classrooms in universities around the nation. His influence goes far past the

pulpits and bible studies in chapels in the state of Tennessee. And his influence stretches fromgeneration to generation. Many people can attest to his vigor in many different areas, but onlyfour of us can testify to the title in which he especially took much pride: our Grandfather. It isvery evident the mark he has left on each of our lives. We will each carry a piece of granddaddyas we continue through our lives.

Arthur Lacurtiss David, II not only carries his name, but carries many of his characteristics.He literally took his name. Anytime he was asked his Granddaddys name, he simply replied,Grandaddy. Arthur also carries the wisdom beyond his years, without the grey curly hair.

Arthur definitely carries his love and kindness. Just like his granddaddy, Little Arthur is friendly

to anyone he meets. Ironically, the younger Arthur also has his grandfathers hands.Granddaddy used his hands the same way Arthur does: for a greeting handshake, anencouraging pat on the back, or a much needed embrace.

Sean Lacurtiss David III, or Junior Bug as Granddaddy affectionately called him, alsocarries a significant piece of his grandfather. Sean loves reading and learning new words. Dr.David loved words and was an avid reader of books. Junior and Granddaddy both love sci-fimovies. They seemed to know every fact about Star Wars or Star Trek. He loved to teach usvocabulary words. Junior also has the wit and humor of Granddaddy. As you know,Granddaddy never hesitated to make someone laugh with a joke.

Sarah RaeSean Antoinette Womack was Granddaddys only granddaughter. Holding a

special place in his heart, probably, because she is so much like Grandma too. Sarah was ableto see the tenderness of his love. Sarah also carries characteristics of him. Sarah is unrattled,unshaken and calm in the face of adversity. Granddaddy never seemed to let anything botherhim. He was always in control. In the same way, Sarah shows granddaddys strength byembracing challenges whether she is on the basketball court, softball field or the classroom.

As for me, Bryan Keith Womack II, I have learned so much from my Granddaddy ineighteen years with him. I have many memories of our talks about history, sports, school, andgirls (He had to show me that he had a little game). Granddaddy has left me with someattributes as well. I have developed his ambition, thirst for knowledge and his love for speaking.His relationship with God opened my eyes, and caused me to develop my own relationship withthe Lord. Ever since I was little, I imitated him. I always looked up to him as the man I wanted tobe. He was my hero He has definitely made an undeniable difference in my life.

Granddaddy was our motivator, teacher, mentor, and friend. But Granddaddy ISthe reasonwhy we will go forward. In his last letter to me, Granddaddy wrote me encouragement after mygraduation. In the letter he told me to Go on. Go on. Go on. And so today, we will go on. Wewill go on with everything you have taught us. We will go on each carrying a piece of you. Andwe will go on knowing that you watch us with pride and love. We hope we will continue to makeyou proud. We love you.


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Ministers WivesSorors of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Members of the Red Hatters Club

The family of Dr. Arthur L. David would like to acknowledge with deep appreciation the manyexpressions of love, caring, and support during this difficult period of bereavement. Every phone call,note of encouragement and loving embrace has helped to strengthen us. Your fervent prayers are

sustaining us.May God Bless You and Keep you Always.

With love and appreciation

The David Family

Cloverdale Cemetery Milan, Tennessee

Lane College Cafeteria Jackson, Tennessee

Services Entrusted to:

BLEDSOE FUNERAL HOME, INC.

256 MIDDLETON STREET

JACKSON, TN 38301

PH: (731) 427-1521 | FAX: (731) 427-1522

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Programs by Bledsoe Funeral Home

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