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Sayde Thomas-Givens

Passed 11/25/2023

Obituary For Sayde Thomas-Givens

Givens, Mrs. Sayde, a resident of Marietta, Ga, formerly of Ramer, AL, departed this life on Saturday, November 25, 2023. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 1:00PM from Phillips-Riley Chapel, Rev. Athena Pitts, officiating, and Rev. Fagale Grant, Eulogist with a burial following in Seek and Follow AME Zion churchyard cemetery.

Mrs. Givens will lie in state on Friday, December 1, 2023 from 1-8PM at Phillips-Riley Funeral Home.

NOTICE: Please be mindful that the State of Alabama and the CDC have advised that we limit gatherings and that individuals who are ill and or are at-risk (e.g., elderly, immune-compromised) should be encouraged to stay home. Social Distancing Practices will be observed during the visitation and service.


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Evelyn W Givens sent Precious Heart Bouquet for Sayde Thomas-Givens - December 01, 2023

Our Deepest Sympathy to the Family.

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Jay Periyasamy sent Serene Lily Basket for Sayde Thomas-Givens - December 01, 2023

Nick, It is disheartening. A special relationship which cannot be replaced.

Our prayers for your strength and for her peaceful sleep at the abode of God!

With heartfelt sympathy, Jay

Mary A. Vinson sent The Peace Lily for Sayde Thomas-Givens - November 30, 2023

I'm praying the family will grow closer to God and He will grant them wisdom to navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience,knowing in every situation the Lord is with us.

Deepest Faith was sent for Sayde Thomas-Givens - November 30, 2023

Brian Messier sent Eternal Peace Basket for Sayde Thomas-Givens - November 30, 2023

Nick, keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

The Messier Family

Justin Simpson sent Beautiful Dreams for Sayde Thomas-Givens - November 30, 2023

Thinking of you and your family during this time. -Justin Simpson

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Catherine A Hall sent Joyful Memory for Sayde Thomas-Givens - November 29, 2023

Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.

Cathy Hall, Rachel Turner, Bill Cary & Sherry Quarello

Phyllis Reese sent Ocean Devotion for Sayde Thomas-Givens - November 29, 2023

Treasure the memory of you loved one.

MPCO District Missionaries Phyllis Reese, President

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Candace Geisler sent Garden of Memories for Sayde Thomas-Givens - November 28, 2023

Your family is in our prayers during this difficult time. May your precious memories give you strength. Deepest condolences, Jerry and Candace Geisler

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My condolences to the Family. We were best friends and I will miss you. Until we meet again. Love Narzina Moore Cleveland, Ohio

I was sorry to hear about the lost of Sayde. But God knew best for her. We will miss her down here in this world and all her memories. Salem holds a great many of those memories. Sleep in piece Sayde until we.meet again. You are love more than you know. C.Moultry

With Deepest Sympathy from Oneal & Leontyne Provo Pringle. Rest Well, Sayde. We're keeping the family in prayer.

Words can't begin to describe how sorry I am to hear of Sayde's Transitioning. I will always remember Sayde's Beautiful and Warm smile that brought Joy to all that beheld it. She will Forever Live in My Heart. We are Blessed to have known Her. Rest in Peace, Cousin Annie P Bailey Dacus

Words can't begin to describe how sorry I am to hear of Sayde's Transitioning. I will always remember Sayde's Beautiful and Warm smile that brought Joy to all that beheld it. She will Forever Live in My Heart. We are Blessed to have known Her. Rest in Peace, Cousin Annie P Bailey Dacus

To Uncle Ray, Junior, Nick, and Thomas Family, My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences. Aunt Sadye was cherished.

Ms. Sayde! You will truly be missed. I used to love seeing you at the church when my granny and SweetPea would have me as their tag along! I'm "Callie Mae's grandbaby" in your words. I am so sorry to hear of your passing! Rest peacefully love! Sending my most sincere prayers and condolences to your family! ♥️

We love you Sadye Callie Garrett, and Fa.ily

I can hear Sayde's voice as I type. I was so excited 17 years ago when I stepped into FUMC daycare and saw Saye! It was confirmation that my baby would be in great hands! Sayde is in great hands with the our Lord; no more aches and pains. My prayer is that God will give comfort and peace to the numerous family and friends touched by her love. The Lewis, Boyd and Johnson Families.

My aunt Sayde was a beautiful person inside and out. She and Uncle Ray always extended hospitality to my husband Frank and me when we came to visit family. She will truly be missed. Our deepest sympathy to Uncle Ray, Junior and Nick. May God and the love of friends and family comfort you during this most difficult time. Love, Cynthia and Frank Johnson

To our Cousin Sayde Thomas Givens's Family, we pray God 's Grace and Mercy strengthen you during this time. Welove you and here to encourage you. The Boswell Family, Bubba(Charlie James), Willie Myrtle, Velma(Peggy) and Mrycheryl.

My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of Sayde Thomas-Givens rest in peace.

- Rakesh

Givens family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Johnny and I worked together for many years have lots of fond memories of fun times we shared. Sayde had such a beautiful soul my deepest sympathy. Nancy Jones Ballard Realty Company

TO THE FAMILY OF COUSIN SAYDE THOMAS-GIVENS: You have our greatest sympathy and we will keep you all in our prayers. Gone, but never to but forgotten! LONIA BRISTOW COOK COGBORN (LEWIS) AND FAMILIES

It is my prayer that God's grace and intervention will bring you comfort in the midst of sorrow. May the memories of this sweet lady help you find peace and comfort. Phyllis Reese, MPCO District WMS Pres.

To the Family of Mrs. Givens, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

The Montgomery-Phenix City-Opelika District Presiding Elder James Q. Smith, Sr & First Lady Sylvia Smith

"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints". Thoughts and prayers for the Givens family.

Rev. Linda Livingston

Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Keeping Mr. Johnny Ray Givens and family in prayer. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

God bless

Gwenita J. Ponder and family.

My condolences to the Givens Thomas and Yeldell families. In this season of bereavement just know that God's Grace is sufficient and be encouraged you're not alone. Betty

SENDING OUR CONDOLENCES, PRAYERS & DEEPEST SYMPATHY 2 THE GIVENS FAMILY!!! LOVE, JONES, ROUNDTREE & PITTMAN FAMILY!!!

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

Phillips-Riley Funeral Home | Montgomery, AL

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