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Obituary For Lucy Mae Sanks
Lucy Sanks, 82, passed on Thursday, November 8, 2024 in Columbus,GA.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. EST, Sunday, November 17, 2024 at St. John A.M.E. Church located at 944 AL-165, Ft. Mitchell, AL with Rev. Antonio James, eulogist, officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation is Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 2-4 p.m. EST.
Mrs. Lucy Mae Chambers Sanks was born October 6, 1942 to the late Wilson and Carrie Dixon Chambers. She departed her earthly home on November 8, 2024 at St. Francis Hospital.
At an early age she confessed Christ and joined St. John AME Church Downtown FT Mitchell where she served on the Senior Usher Board and sung in the Senior Choir until her health failed.Mrs. Sanks served many years as the president of The Methodist Baptist Community Choir Concerts. She was a 1961 Graduate of Mount Olive High School.Mrs. Sanks was united in holy matrimony to the love of her life. The late Johnnie B. Sanks on April 14, 1968. To this union three children were born Aurea, Tianna, Maekeius.
She was preceded in death by her parents Wilson and Carrie Chambers. Husband Johnnie B. Sanks and her siblings; Wilson Chambers Jr., Jessie James, Arthur Chambers Sr., Charles Chambers, Vera Smith, and Louise Dixon.
Special memories will be forever cherished by her children; daughters Aurea Ann Sanks Streeter (Anthony), Tianna Shangee Sanks (Alonzo), and son Markeius Tarshad Sanks (Yolanda) all of Phenix City, Alabama. Bonus children Ronnie Alexander of Phenix City, AL, Cynthia Alexander of Phenix City, AL, and Melissa Gant of Cedar Hill, TX. The apple of her eyes, her grandchildren Therllenicia, Traniecia, and Jaharia Sanks, Demita Preer Pridgett all of Phenix City, AL. Great grandchildren; Demetrius, DeAndre, and Dazelle Pridgett . Her special babies LaTonya Lemons, Nehemiah Lemons, Jeremiah Lemons. Her sister in law Dorothy James, Mytrice Chambers and Mary (Tommy) Dixon. A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
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Derick Cottrell sent Heavenly & Harmony for Lucy Mae Sanks - November 14, 2024
Condolences from the members of Babylon 203 Military Lodge.
Sincerely, Ronnie Simington
Ronnie Alexander sent Mixed Spray for Lucy Mae Sanks - November 11, 2024
She shines in every twinkle light and glows in every star. She is still with us always.
From:Ronnie,Cindy,Demita,Demetrius, DeAndre,Danzele.
5 Trees were planted in memory of Lucy Mae Sanks - November 16, 2024
Sympathy and comfort go out to The The Sank Family Garrie Thomas Simmons and Family
To:Maekeius,Chambers & Sanks family From: JoAnn and Willie Jones. May God comfort you now and in the future is our prayer.
When I was told about my dear friend Lucy, my heart dropped. Lucy was one of many people to make me felt at home away from home and I will always love her for that. She will truly be missed. To the kids and grandkids, I love you all and my prayers are with you. DORIS JONES FRANKLIN.
Our sincerest condolences to the family of Mrs. Lucy Sanks. She was sweet and very giving. She served many while on the Foster Grandparent Program. Her life of service is a testament to her faith.
EASE-Foster Grandparent Program Bridget Woodyard,Director Helen Howard, Coordinator
Our condolences to the family. Sending love from Vivian Edmonds and family๐
Ours prayers is with you doing this time.My god be with you keep your head up and keep faith. Coming from the Streeter Family of Seale, Alabama
SENDING MY PRAYERS MY CONDOLENCES AND MY LOVE TO YOU THE CHILDREN AND FAMILY OF LUCY SANKS๐๏ธ PRAYING AND TRUSTING GOD FOR YOUR STRENGTH AND YOUR COMFORT. I PRAY THAT YOU LEAN AND DEPEND ON HIM DURING YOUR TIME OF BEREAVEMENT. ๐น๐๐พ๐๏ธ SWEET REST TO YOU MY LUCY๐๏ธ๐๐พ๐นYOUR MANSION HAS NOW BEEN COMPLETED. GOOD NIGHT FOR NOW UNTIL GOD'S MORNING LIGHT โจ JOHN 14:1-6๐ ILOVE YOU ALL ๐GAIL D POLLARD (GRIGGS)
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Many memories of fun times and joy with Mama Lucy. Rest in heaven Mrs Lucy! To God be all the glory! I I love you all. ~ Sharon Quarles
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mrs. Lucy Sanks during this difficult time. Respectfully, Reginald, Deneen & D'Andre Hill, Phenix City, AL.
Sending my condolences to my friend Shad shad and family. Miss Lucy will be missed...
My condolences to the family.
Teresa Forts, daughter of Louvenia " Beanie" James.
My condolences to the Sanks Family! Mrs.Lucy was a beautiful and sweet woman! I happy to have known her and that beautiful smile! My love and prayers to the family! Ms.Olivia Flute and the Flute Family!
Sending My Prayers and Condolences to all of the family! To be absent of the body And present with the Lord! Rest On Ms. Lucy!
Rest in peace Mama Lucy love you going to miss you so much love always Willie Chambers
Our Condolences to the family, Walter and Betty Watkins, Family โค๏ธ
Well Cousin Lucy, God Said It That Settled It. You're definitely going to be missed. Rest in peace ๐๐ฝ Dorothy Miles and Family 3EQC436
During this time of sorrow , know that you are not alone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The Davis & Hardin Family
Praying for The Sanks and Chambers Family, sorry for loss.Rest in Heaven Lucy.
Angelia Torane Jackson.
Please except my deepest condolences, sorry for your loss ๐๐
Tracie Torane.
Sending my Condolences to The Sanks and Chambers Family.๐๐
Sadie Davis Sanders.
Our deepest sympathy for your loss๐Bonnie Griggs and family.
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