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Obituary For Betty Dorsey

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 11:00am at Church of God Sanctuary of Praise, 5755 Soutel Drive, Jacksonville, FL., 32219. Public Visitation will be held on Monday, September 27, 2021 from 5:00pm-7:00pm at the church. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery. "Blessed By The Best"

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May God's love and peace surround Eleanor and the family. I am thinking of you and frequently praying for you, too. Love you much Williesha Chambliss.

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Our prayers and love is with Eleanor and her family. We love you and pray comfort and peace to the family. Love Pastor Bobby and Angel Thomas

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Our condolences to the family . Mother Dorsey I have loved and treated my kids in at his family for over 38 years we used to sit down and do a word search puzzles together. And sometime we will race to see who will finish first those are cherishable times together always had a kind word to speak and to say to uplift and encourage you we are glad to have been a part of your life. You were truly be missed

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Vera and Eleanor my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May the god of peace love and joy comfort your heart and minds in Jesus name I pray. Amen!

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To Verna, Eleanor, and the family... I extend my sincere condolences. Praying for peace, comfort and strength!🙏🏾💕 Vanessa James ( Jackie)❤️

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Sis Dorsey was a faithful member of the Deaconess Ministry. She will surely be missed. We will always remember her being "Blessed by the Best. Bro Bess and I send our condolences, love and prayers to and for the family.

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Hugs 'N Blessings.... Brenda & Kecia Woods

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I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. Yet a little while, and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also. John 14:18-19 To the Dorsey Family and Church Family, we extend our sincere and deepest sympathy. Another servant has answered God's call and is now resting in the arms of God. Your family chain is broken, yet again and nothing seems the same. However, as God calls you up, one by one, the chain will link again. May you find comfort in the thoughts and prayers of those that surround you during this time.

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I'm so thankful to God for divinely connecting Mother Dorsey to my family and me. Much thanks to her children for so graciously sharing their precious mother. Everyone needs a Mother Betty Dorsey in their life. Mother Dorsey, her daughter Val and I started our Thursday intercession prayers phone calls years ago and continued until recently even as her health declined. We prayed for our pastors, members, church leaders and ministries, salvation for the unsaved, especially our families, community and world leaders and conditions, and much more as the Holy Spirit directed us. We praised and thanked God for many answered prayers.Eleanor, thank you for calling me that day recently when she asked you to call me so she could check on me and pray for me. Many thanks to you and your sisters for always keeping us connected. Each of you took such good and loving care of your mother. Your lives are living testimonies of having a Proverbs 31 mother living a holy life before her children and all experienced her. Remember, we grieve the same way we love... in our own individual way and time... As we miss Mother Dorsey we thank God for, as Eleanor comforted me, her "Royal Departure" and her life/legacy of knowing "We are Blessed by the Best!" as we live according to His Holy Word, One Day At A Time. -Much love, prayers, peace, comfort and encouragement today and always. Sis. BeverLee G.

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My condolences and prayers to the family during this transitional season. A. Jeffrey LaValley

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Our family was so blessed when her daughters and her became members of the Church of God at Steel and Blue. Sister Dorsey was actively involved in serving in the gospel choir, usher board and Ladies Auxiliary. Her sweet spirit was infectious! She made sure her children also became actively involved in church activities. Her life represented obedience to the Lord and respect for church leadership. While pastoring the church, my Father and Mother appreciated how diligent she was in supporting the cause of Christ. She was truly a jewel! Respectfully, Dr. Xenobia Poitier-Anderson

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Resolution from ALCAM Community Action Motivators Inc., and The Friends of ALCAM Inc. To The Family of Betty Dorsey, Dr. Verna Bradshaw and  Mrs. Eleanor Whitfield We humbly embrace the spirit of such a kind and gentle matriarch of her family. Your Mother's arms have been your shelter and comfort for a long time, and now she is in the hands of her Father.  She has always shown love and compassion toward others standing on the phrase, "What Would Jesus do?" Verna and Eleanor, I remember your struggle to schedule time to take care of your mother. You took it on like young girls going somewhere special with your best friend. You felt it was an honor to give back the loving care you had received all those years. Thank God for a Mother's love. There isn't any love more powerful than that except the Father, our Lord and Savior Jesus  Christ. May you continue to be strong in the Lord. Continue to love each other and continue to serve Him with joy and gladness. For Great is the Lord, He is worthy to be Praised! As Ms. Dorsey is resting in heaven, waiting for her heavenly wings and crown of gold, God has received her proudly with strength renewed, and restored. Take hold of the good things for only what you do for Jesus Christ will last. God Bless you all and keep you in His loving arms. Sincerely, Ava Jacques, CEO ALCAM Community Action Motivators, Inc , 11310 Illford Dr Jacksonville FL 32246 Alcommunityactionmotivators@gmail.com

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33 years ago, I was a young mother, having a baby in a hospital which at the time, was over its capacity. People were lined along the hallways, and there seem to have been so much chaos going on at the time. Needless to say, I was alone, and very afraid. Although I never mentioned my fears, or my feelings, Miss Dorsey was just a God-sent angel. She came to me and she started asking me questions, and I realized that she was trying to calm me and let me know everything was going to be all right. She asked me if I was a singer here in the city, and did I know her daughter Verna? She made me know that she sang with the Florida mass choir. I remember telling her I did know of Verna, and she sang the song about the little old lady. She stated "yes that's my baby". I could tell that she was a proud mother even at that moment, and she was keeping me calm as I began my new journey as a mother. I was cold, and felt miserable, but there were no blankets to be found, or pillows for comfort. I was actually using my luggage as a pillow. A few moments later Miss Dorsey came back to the hallway where I was and brought me blankets and a pillow. I was told I would probably not have a room to go to for least another day. But again, Miss Dorsey was on a mission. Who came back a few hours later, and she was putting me in a room? Yes, Miss Dorsey. I have no idea or explanation as to how things happened or how she made them happen. All I know is that my experience at the hospital was the best as it relates to how I was treated by Miss Dorsey. I tell the story to people everywhere I go because God has a way of putting people in your path that will take care of you when you have no idea. My heart is saddened that she has actually transitioned, but again comforted in knowing that God has truly called one of his awesome soldiers home. We love you Verna, and we are praying for the entire family that you find peace and comfort during this season of bereavement. I will never forget this lady; my earthly angel in my most distressed time❤️ Humbly Submitted, Bre CG

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My condolences and prayers go out to the Dorsey Family, Mother Dorsey had a beautiful message, Rest In Peace you will be missed by many. She was truly blessed by the best and it was a blessing to know her. 💕🙏 love, Mother Boose

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My sincere sympathy to the family. Mr. & Mrs. Dorsey were my longtime neighbors. They were the BEST neighbors anyone could ever ask for! Thank you family for sharing her with us. Mrs. Betty was indeed "blessed by the best", and we were blessed to have known her. Bernie Barlow

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Grandma I love you and will miss you rest in Jesus arms!

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Grandma love you and adore you we'll miss you so rest in Jesus arms!😇🙏😘

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Grandma love you always and adore you I'll miss you so resting Jesus arms

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Grandma love you and adore you we'll miss you so😇🙏😘

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My heartfelt condolences to you all. You all were blessed with many years to fulfill the commandment of "Honor your father and mother, love your neighbor as yourself. I'm a witness to the tenderloving care you gave both parents. Aunt Betty truly was "blessed by the best". Her legacy lives on in you all. For years to come you will remember, the life lessons you learned from your parents. May Aunt Betty's light continue to shine, brightly through you all. Lovingly, Cousin Rainer Perry & family

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My sincere PRAYERS and condolences to the Dorsey/Bracey family. Mother Betty Dorsey truly lived a life of Holiness and Honor and she had lots of Humor. She was truly a Mother of Zion with a heart that was constantly sharing love. Her Beauty, her spirit and her actions were all aligned in God's word and she shared it in love. I pray that God will grant the family Peace, Love, Comfort and Joy as you Celebrate a live well lived and well loved. You all loved and cared for your mother in such a special way and she knew she was loved. Thank you for touching my life. Well Done Faithful Servant, Mother Betty Dorsey, you finished your course, welcome home. C-U-N-Heaven Dr. Sherry L. Lowman

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Forgot to sign: Bishop Percell and Lady Lugene Sanders

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Our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the entire Dorsey family in your time of bereavement. Bishop Percell Sanders and I will be praying for your inner strength,for God will see you through this. Mother Dorsey was a wonderful Woman of God and will certainly be missed. Rest in Heaven Mother.

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Eleanor, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Peace of God and the assurance of the Holy Spirit comfort, strengthen and encourage you all. Supernatural May you experience joy like never before that overflows reminding you that you will see her again. Love DjCarl & Beverly D. Allen.

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I'm just overwhelmed that's Bishop Antonio and Lady Cynthia Richardson

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Eleanor, we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and family as you celebrate a life well lived. She was cherished by her daughters and felt the love you all freely bestowed upon her.

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Forgot to sign ... The Richardson's

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To Verna, Eleanor and the rest of the family...May God continue to wrap His loving arms around you. My condolences, prayers and love are with you 💗🙏🏼 Mother Dorsey will be missed. -Sophia

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To the family may God continue to be with as you grieve your special lady Mother Betty Dorsey she was an inspiration as she declared and uttered the words that she was Blessed by the Best and I'm (age) years old everywhere she went. She was proud to be in the army of the Lord. May she rest in His care.

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Grandma you will forever be my farvorite girl 💔💔💔🕊🕊🕊

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To God be the Glory, of his Angel whom he Blessed with 90 plus years a soldier in spirit and truth a wonderful lady that fear God and live by his word. You have been a joy in the the family! Rest In Peace In the joy of your Heavenly Father ,Aunt Betty take your wings an fly away we will miss you! Love Roland Dorsey and family

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My condolences to the entire family Betty Dorsey was always Bless By The Best she will truly be miss I love you Betty Dorsey RIP

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My deepest condolences to the Bracey/Dorsey Family during this time of bereavement.May God surround you all with his loving arms Aunt Betty was a very special and loving person she will be greatly missed.

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Mother Dorsey a woman of grace was truly blessed by the best and was surrounded by Loved.

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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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