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Obituary For Tempie Belinda Ivey
Mrs. Tempie B. Relf Ivey, 86, of Columbus, GA passed Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at Greater Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church located at 3000 12th Ave, Columbus, GA. Burial to follow in Evergreen Memorial Park. Public viewing is 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. EST on Monday, March 3, 2025.
Tempie Belinda Relf Ivey, born on June 21, 1938, in Gordonville, Alabama (Lowndes County) to the late Jonas Relf, Sr. and Tempie Coleman Relf, departed this life on February 25, 2025 for her heavenly home.
Tempie accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and joined Saint Paul AME Church in Hurtsboro, Alabama. She graduated from Russell County Training School in 1956 in Hurtsboro, Alabama. Later in life she attended Columbus Technical College and received a certificate in Business Management. She was also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
In November 1957, Tempie married Thomas James Ivey, Sr. in Crown Point, Indiana relocating to Columbus, Georgia. Thomas and Tempie’s union was blessed with five children. They joined the Greater Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. Jessie James Ivey, Sr. (father-in-law) where she served faithfully. Her servant ministries include Church Mother, Usher, 50 Plus ministry, Deacon's Wives, Mary A. Hawkins Missionary, and as a Sunday School teacher. Within her community she served the Mount Calvary Baptist Association (Fourth District) and the Usher Alliance.
Tempie and her husband Thomas, Sr., owned and operated Ivey’s Supermarket, located in Phenix City, Alabama, for 40 years. She also worked for Cobb Hospital, Litho-Krome Printing Company, Deerfield Nursing Home, and Muscogee County School District (Wynnton Arts Academy).
Tempie was preceded in death by her parents Jonas Relf, Sr. and Tempie Coleman Relf, husband, Deacon Thomas James Ivey, Sr.; son, Thomas James Ivey, Jr., father and mother-in-law, Rev. Jessie James and Eron Harper Ivey; siblings, Joe A. Coleman, Annie B. Seals, Callie Relf, Henrietta Davis, Mary Jackson, Bertha Upshaw, Jonas Relf, Jr., Sam Relf, and Lee Relf.
Tempie leaves to cherish her memories three daughters, Theodora N. Ivey, Valencia D. Ivey and Audrey Ivey Toney (J. Bernard); one son, Herman J. Ivey (Janett); one sister, Lillie Womack; two sisters-in-law, Bertha Ivey Douglas (Fredrick) and Juanita Relf; four granddaughters, Erika N. Toney, Cassandra D. Fullenwarth (Ruben), Alexis D. Jorgensen (Caleb), Elisabeth D. Ivey; one grandson, Michael A. Toney; two great-grandsons, Ezekiel and Matthew Fullenwarth and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and others who called her “Mother Ivey”.
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Destynee Davis sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Tempie Belinda Ivey - March 01, 2025
Eula Wright sent Vivid Recollections for Tempie Belinda Ivey - February 28, 2025
Saul Ford Jr. sent Sweet Moments for Tempie Belinda Ivey - February 28, 2025
What a beautiful soul who was fill with much grace and wisdom! Grandma Ivey had a beautiful smile that lit up the room. Thank you for being my second Grandma!
Dear Ivey Family: I am so sorry to hear about Ms. Tempie. My brothers and I grew up going to Ivey's Supermarket in South Phenix City, Alabama. Mr. TJ and Ms. Tempie were very nice people. They helped a lot of people in our community back then. God bless their souls! Mrs. Christine Curtis-Dixon Augusta, Georgia
My heart misses you but your love will ALWAYS REMAIN .... Two hearts meeting at the gate once again !!!
Our Prayer is that The Almighty will continue to provide Comfort and Strength to the Fammly. Wìllie/Gloria Brown, LCACA
My Sincere and Deepest Condolences to the Ivey Family. May GOD grant you Peace in this time of sorrow!
Praying for God to comfort the family. Rest in Peace Mother Ivey Psalm 84:10 Former GSGMBC/usher Pat Sherrod elliott 🙏🏿
May the Lord sustain you during these pain-filled days and shower you with grace upon grace.
My Condolences to the Ivey Family Many Thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
A Mother's Love is like a river always flowing always there even when she depart her Love never ever dies. Hold on to those small and gentle memories you have carried since childhood. This will bring your heart abundant peace and Joy.
Peaceful Blessings,
I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Sending condolences and prayers to you and your family. Jeanette Lewis
We send our condolences and prayers to the family. We have precious memories of stopping by the Ivey store every year that we traveled from Ohio to Alabama. We will always treasure the memories of visiting with such a loving family. May God comfort you all and give you strength during this difficult time. Johnnie Upshaw and family
Condolences to the family so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Keeping everyone in prayer. Rest in peace, Cousin Tempie 🙏🏾🕊️♥️
Mrs. Ivey and I was co-workers @ Deerfield Nursing Facility, she was an awesome employee. Caring and compassion towards patients and employees. We talked often of Hurtsboro, Al. She was a gracious lady.
I used to work as a CNA at Dearfield Nursing Home with Ms Ivey.She was always so sweet & nice to me.Please accept my heartfelt condolences.May she RIP!😇
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. God Keep and Bless you and your Family.
Our sincere condolences to the Ivey family 🙏🏾 May God continue to bless and strengthen you all with each passing day 🙌🏽
SHALOM ~ ♡TEAMFORDS
My Sincere Condolences to the family of Sister Ivey. May the Lord bless you and keep you in His care.
I send my sincerest condolences and prayers to her family. She was humble, kind and compassionate and a joy to work with at Wynnton. I am privileged to have known her. May God comfort and console you throughout this time. God bless and much love and rest now, Ms. Ivey.
Our dear friend Audrey and family, please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. We know that you are a shining example of her goodness and grace. You remain in our prayers. The Ford Family
Mrs. Ivey was one of the sweetest, kindest, Christian spirited ladies I have ever known. At Shady Grove, she was definitely a wonderful influence on my early childhood years. She was an angelic soul here on earth! Even as we and her family and friends mourn her passing, I'm am sure the heavens are rejoicing! Much love to the Ivey family.
"Losing a parent is never easy, no matter our age. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I had the privilege of working with Mrs. Ivey at Wynnton Elementary School, where she was always kind, considerate, and positive. Rest in peace, Mrs. Ivey. You will always be in my thoughts and heart."
Condolences To The Family....R.I.H. Ms Tempie 🙏🏾
Just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ivey Family. I am so sorry to hear of Mrs Ivey passing. May God out his loving arms around you and comfort you
To Theodora and the Ivey family, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved mom. Please accept my sincere condolences. I pray each of you find strength during this time of bereavement. God bless. ❤️ Jean Nane and family.
We are very sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to the entire family.
To The Ivey Family, You are in our prayers. Love Fredell and Ava Wilkes
Rest in Heaven 🌹❤️💕 Mrs.Tempie from the back road in South Phenix City, Alabama, Vickie Pugh
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
