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Obituary For Vondia Broadnax Harris

Mrs. Vondia Broadnax Harris, 73, of Madison, NC died May 30, 2020. Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Perry -Spencer Funeral Home Chapel, Eden, NC.

Born January 23, 1947, transitioned from labor to reward on May 30, 2020 due to a brief battle with cancer. As a native to Eden NC, Vondia was born to Artis Hamiln Broadnax and the late Robert Broadnax Sr. Ma-Ma, as she was affectionately known to many, was one was of the sweetest, most caring people that you would meet. She was willing to do anything for those in need, without question or asking anything in return. Vondia accepted Christ into her life at a young age and established her membership at New Saint Paul Baptist Church, under then leadership of Rev. Roy J. Howard. Vondia found herself working in many auxiliaries and multiple capacities. For a brief time, Vondia followed her husband to Sunny Home Baptist Church, however her heart always remained with New Saint Paul. Vondia received her diploma from Douglas High School, Eden, NC. She then continued her education at A&T University, receiving her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development - Specializing in Home Economics, where she graduated with honors. Vondia worked for Head Start with Rockingham County Public Schools for 25+ years before retiring. Her work was never done however! She was an avid seamstress for the better part of her life. Even after her retirement, Vondia found it hard to stay still and partnered with Caregivers Inc. where she provided transportation to those in need. In her free time, Vondia would stitch a blanket for one or she would hem a dress for another. When the pandemic began, she made it her duty to make masks for those without - she was just that kind of woman. Also, in her free time she would consume the Hallmark Channel as if there was no end. She could tell you every end before the movie really started. Vondia was so special, loved to laugh and she loved to love. Vondia met and married the love of her life, David Harris Jr. in 1979. To this union was born her “pride and joy” Matthew. It was no secret that Vondia would do any and everything for her baby. She often said that she would go to the ends of the earth for him. Therefore, it was no surprise that in her final days, MaMa requested to be at home with Matthew and her daughter, Minnie. She will be so very missed by all who knew and loved her. Vondia was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, David Harris Jr. and father, Robert Broadnax Sr. She leaves to cherish her memory; son; Matthew (Minnie) Harris of Madison, NC; mother; Artis Broadnax of Eden, NC; brothers; Robert (Angela) Broadnax Jr. of Tacoma, WA; Reginald (Veronica) Broadnax of Clemmons, NC; sister; Shirldene (Mark) Reynolds of Ontario, Canada. step-children that she raised and loved as her own; Victor (Lisa) Harris, Michele Harris, Greg (Yvette) Harris, David (Bridgette) Harris, and Gordon Millner, grandchildren; Whitney Harris; Jakayla Harris, Jacob Lunsford, Adelina Padilla, and Ayden Williams, great-grandchildren; Jada Harris -Whitt, and Jabari Witt. She also leaves nieces, nephews, cousins, and many, many friends. Vondia loved so many as though they were her blood family. Thank you to her lifelong friends, who were like sisters to her, Sybil Carter, Pamela Smith, Sharon Cobb, Roberta Nicholson, Angela Hampton, and Hazel Martin.

Guest Book

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY.

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Larry and Debra Houghton and family was so pleased to have known Vonda.Nothing like going to football games in all types of weather to support our children.Vonda loved cheering for Matt ,Montie and all the other children during the a won or lost.She will be missed dearly.We pray that God will give each family member the strength to carry on and spread her llegency. The Houghton family.

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Matt & Minnie...and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Janice Shelton

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The Nickelson family was blessed to have Vondia as our dear friend for many years. Our pray is that God will sustain her family with peace, love and comfort.

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Our family was blessed to have Vondia as a dear friend. Through the years we were able to share many memorable moments that we will cherish. We pray for God's peace and faithfulness on her family.

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I worked with Vondia many years also was a dear friend . She also was a very talented seamstress and would go out of her way to help anyone in need . All my memor ies of her i will hold forever in my heart.Rest in peace my friend love and prayers to her family.

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Thinking of you and the family and our fun times growing up. God Bless and keep you. Love, Cousin Deb Broadnax

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I have known Vonda a lot of years having been a Scout leader with her and her Dad, Robert. I was Ryan's scout leader. Vonda was a special lady and friend and it was my honor to know her. The family is in my prayers and thoughts. May God grant to peace and comfort in the days and weeks to come.

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May the Peace of Our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ be forever be with you...... Dr.Wm.R.Taylor,MD/OD

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Raymond, Margie, Erika send prayers and condolences to Matthew. We love you and may God's hand sustain you through this difficult time.

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I met Vondia in 1976. While in college I was assigned to do my field teaching with Vondia at Douglass Head Start. We became best friends. Forty plus years later we were still best friends. Sibyl

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Thinking of you and the family during these difficult times.Cousin Shirley and Tim.Also the rest of the Winston Salem N.C. family.

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Thinking of you with love and emotion. With Deep Sympathy. Doris Searcy & Son (James)

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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