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Obituary For Mrs. Clara Elvenia Diggs
Clara Elvenia Harris Diggs, 76, departed this life on July 23, 2024, after a year of declining health. Sister Diggs, affectionately known as "Ven," was born on March 18, 1948, in High Point, NC, to the late Elbert W. Harris and Mary M. Harris.
She graduated from William Penn High School, class of 1966. She continued her education at GTCC and ECPI. She was last employed at Monarch Furniture as an office assistant. Sister Diggs was a dedicated member of Word of Life Tabernacle for more than twenty-five years. She was involved in the youth department, choir, and, before her health declined, she was part of the Video and Production Team.
Sister Diggs was a board member of Axe Head Academy International in Randleman, NC. Her contributions to the students' spiritual and economic growth were invaluable.
Sister Diggs loved to sew as a hobby and was hired by many for her exceptional skills in clothing alteration. She never turned down an opportunity to help others restore their clothing. In addition to her sewing talents, Sister Diggs also enjoyed hosting family gatherings, during which many would request her famous fried chicken, macaroni, and cheese. These dishes often took center stage at the family gatherings she loved to host, where she found joy in bringing everyone together for good food and warm company.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Eunice H. Sparks and Olevia Gibson; grandson, Michael Amir Harris; and brother-in-love, Michael Bennett.
She leaves to cherish her memory: her husband of forty-three years, Larry E. Diggs, of the home; son, Michael Harris (Regetta) of Kernersville, NC; grandchildren, Nadiyah Harris, Elijah Harris, and Aneya Harris, all of Kernersville, NC; sister, Teresa H. Bennett, god sister, Effie Washington (Chris) all of High Point, NC; sisters-in-love, Patricia Smith, Bertha Lilly (Tyrone); brother-in-love, Pastor Ronald L. Diggs (Joyce) all of High Point, NC and a host of nieces, nephews, special cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral service will be held Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Word of Life Tabernacle. Interment will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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Peace & Serenity Dishgarden was sent for Mrs. Clara Elvenia Diggs - July 27, 2024
My condolences to the family my prayers are with you at this difficult time.She was a sweet,kind,beautiful person from shiniqua Archie family.
To my lifetime BFF Teresa, Words cannot express how sorry I am for your family's loss. Ven was always a kind and gentle soul. I pray that God strengthens you and comforts you (and your entire family) during this difficult time. 🙏🏽❤️
With my sincerest love and sympathy, Shelley Crone Jackson- Mason
Praying that God will strengthen Larry, Michael and the family at this difficult time. Elvenia was such a sweet woman of God. Love Perry & Ronda Barclay
Larry and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Elvenia was such a kind and gentle soul. She will surely be missed. -Gail Dye, George & Cheryl Love
To my God-brother, Larry & family: sending condolences & praying for your family & all the lives Elvenia touched. She was so precious, supportive, personable, thoughtful, & encouraging. She came with Larry all the way to Florida for my wedding in 2019, which was the last time that I saw her. It was such an honor to spend time with them. I appreciate the yearly Christmas cards from her & Larry. I prayed for healing for her, but God had already pre-set plans for her. I pray now & trust God that you (the family & friends) will love on & support each other, be forgiving, exercise grace, & pray to God for specifics to be a help to Larry. Blessings comfort & sympathy to all! Dennise & Nathaniel
God Bless you, Family. Sis. Diggs was a lovely person and Godly woman. Look up for comfort. We Pray that God keeps you in His keeping care.
Rev., Dr. Bobby W. Green, Jr. and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green
My thoughts and prayers are with Larry and his family.Life is so very fragile and we are never promised tomorrow.Live and love one another as much as Larry loved his wife.I worked with him at Piedmont Natural Gas and he told me so many times how much he loved her.Love that precious is so rare.Embrace your loved ones and tell them every day that life is better because they have made it beautiful.Larry,you will be with her again.This isn't goodbye,but she will be waiting for you whenever God reunites the two of you again.Larry,you're a dear friend and I'll keep you in my prayers.Beverly Thompson.
I would like to send my serious condolence to my cousin and family. Mother is going to be very upset when she find out that you have gone on to be with your mother, her mother and your dad and your sisters. I am very sorry for your loss and thank you for letting me be around your mother before she pass And appreciate you making me come to your home to be with her on the days that I did have with her. She was a loving person and so were you thank you to the family she will truly be missed. She always call me every so often to check up on my mother, which is her aunt and I appreciate that I noticed she hadn't called me in a while, but it's OK cause God seen the best, and God knew her heart.
Sorry, message below was from Paula Holloway.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Elvenia was such a kind and sweet person who always had a smile on her face when I saw her. Never missed a Sunday complementing me on my hair. She will truly be missed. Rest in Peace Mrs. Elvenia 🙏🏽💕
We extend our condolences to Larry, Michael&Regetta, Teresa and the entire Diggs Family. Mrs. Elvenia was so special to us. When we became members at WOL she welcomed us with open arms. Mrs. Elvenia was a sweet and humble servant. I truly enjoyed her stopping by the boutique to just sit and talk with me and warm my heart with so many of her stories and memories. May God comfort you all in the days ahead and please know we are praying for you all. May God Continue to Bless this Family. Rodney and Janice Baldwin
We extend our condolences to Larry, Michael&Regetta, Teresa and the entire Diggs Family. Mrs. Elvenia was so special to us. When we became members at WOL she welcomed us with open arms. Mrs. Elvenia was a sweet and humble servant. I truly enjoyed her stopping by the boutique to just sit and talk with me and warm my heart with so many of her stories and memories. May God comfort you all in the days ahead and please know we are praying for you all. May God Continue to Bless this Family!
Larry, so sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Elvenia....such a kind and gentle soul. I extend my heartfelt sympathies to you and family...keeping you in my thoughts...sending prayers of comfort to you in this difficult time.
Sharon F Little
RIP Elvenia you had a Kind Heart ❤️ praying for the Family love always Desiree Boulware ❤️❤️
I know at this time God has already given the family of loved ones the peace of knowing that their loved one is resting and the joyful memories that are everlasting. Know that our continued prayers and love are extended to the family and friends and that we will continue to live our earthly journey until you are able to join her again. Loving submitted, Gretta
Our prayers and thoughts are with Larry and the family during this difficult time in your lives. May The God of all comfort and peace be with you and keep you in his loving care in the days, months and years to come. With our deepest sympathy, Rudy and Loretta Hampton
Im glad that I got the time and the opportunity to have met Mother Diggs. Rest Well!!
Our sincere condolences for the family of Elvenia. Elvenia was a dedicated member of our class, serving as our secretary for many years. Elvenia was very precise in her minutes taking. She was a very kind and thoughtful person. She will be truly be missed. William Penn Class of 1966. Lottie Hope past President
I'm so sorry for your loss, Teresa. I send prayers of comfort to you and your family. May the Lord be with you all. From Rosie Sanders
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Elvenia was one of my best and life-time friends. We go way back from high school at dear old William Penn. From the same neighborhood, to being room mates in our younger years. Always being friends through the years. One of the Best Friends one can have. She will always remain in my heart and good memories. I will truly miss my Good friend. She was beautiful inside and out. Love, Dennie Faye Hill
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