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Obituary For Mother Thelma Whitehead
Official Notice of Earthly Transition and Celestial Homecoming
It is with profound reverence and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the earthly transition and celestial homecoming of our beloved Mother Thelma Whitehead, who peacefully exchanged time for eternity on Friday evening, January 9, 2026. A cherished resident of Valdosta, GA, Mother Whitehead gracefully completed her earthly journey at the remarkable age of 99, having entered this realm on Saturday, July 17, 1926.
Her life was a testament to enduring grace, unwavering faith, and boundless love. Mother Thelma Whitehead leaves a legacy of beautiful memories that will be deeply cherished by all fortunate enough to have known her.
Though the shadow of death has momentarily passed, we stand firm in the eternal promise that death does not have the final word. For the Word declares, "O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?" (1 Corinthians 15:55). Mother Thelma Whitehead has not been lost to us, but has been joyfully received into the everlasting arms of our Lord, where perfect peace reigns, and there are no more tears, nor sorrow, nor pain.
While our hearts gently grieve her physical departure, our spirits rejoice in the blessed assurance that she now rests in the glorious presence of the Almighty. Her love, a beacon of light, endures beyond the veil of mortality, and her spirit lives on, radiant and free, having exchanged her earthly tent for a magnificent heavenly dwelling.
In Loving Memory of: Mother Thelma Whitehead, 1926 – 2026.
The Celebration of Life: Please join the Whitehead family, friends, and the community as we gather to honor the remarkable journey of Mother Thelma Whitehead. Having graced this world for 99 years, her legacy is one of enduring strength, faith, and a century of love.
Saturday, January 17, 2026, Two O’clock in the Afternoon. Greater Pleasant Temple Missionary Baptist Church, 309 Cherry Street Valdosta, Georgia. The Reverend Bernard L. Robinson Sr., Pastor & Officiant.
A Message of Comfort: Weep Not For Me, By an Unknown Author
Weep not for me though I have gone Into that gentle night. Grieve if you will, but not for long. Upon my soul’s sweet flight.
I am at peace, my soul’s at rest. There is no need for tears, For with your love I was so blessed, For all those many years.
There is no pain, I suffer not The fear is now all gone. Put now these things out of your thoughts, In your memory I live on.
Remember not my fight for breath, Remember not the strife. Please do not dwell upon my death, But celebrate my life.
The Committal: Immediately following the service, Mother Whitehead will be escorted to her final resting place.
Pallbearers Cemetery, 2660 Riverside Road, Valdosta, Georgia 31601
Acknowledgment: The family wishes to express their deep gratitude for the many acts of kindness, prayers, and support shown during this time of transition. May God bless each of you.
The devoted staff of Harrington Funeral Home Inc. humbly and respectfully serves the Whitehead family during this sacred time of remembrance and celebration of a life beautifully lived.
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To the Whitrhead family I would like to extend my sincere condolences during the passing of Moyhet Whitrhead. May the Lord comfort the family during this difficult time.
Mrs. Whitehead was and still is an amazing person. Her body died, she did not. We are Spirit, we have a Soul, and we live here on 🌎 inside our body until our body die. Then we exit our body still alive with our cognitive abilities intact. Mrs. Whitehead touched a lot of lives while here on 🌎. I am so thankful she has been a part of my life since 1978 when she trained me at Heritage House Nursing home as a CNA. She showed me how to best care for my patients. Mrs.Carrie Thompson and Mrs. Whitehead took this 18y/o under their wings and is directly responsible for the nurse I am today. I will miss coming to your house and sitting on the porch. I will miss your smile and your laughter. I will miss our talks. RIP Love ❤️ Brenda Vickers Johnson
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In your hour of bereavement, know that you are not alone. Our deepest condolences in the lost of Mrs. Whitehead. We pray and believe Our God is ever with your family.
Deacon Edgar, Wanda, Tarshawn, and Tarshica, Please accept our deepest sympathy as you celebrate the beautiful life of your beloved matriarch. You have our prayers and our love. Thank you for sharing her with our family. First Lady, Dr. Felicia and Pastor, Dr. Elphin Smith Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church Fort Smith, Arkansas
Our Condolences to the family of Mrs. Thelma Whitehead. Mrs. Thelma was a kind and loving person. We are going to miss her. May God continue to keep his arms around you all during your loss Mrs. Betty Council & Family
Messages "I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. 💜🙏🏾
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Our hearts are filled with sympathy in the transition of Mother Whitehead, also Ebenezer Baptist Church Mt. Airy, Ga sends their condolences to the family. God Bless.
Madea we will always love and miss you! you were a ray of light in all our lives!!
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
