MRS. DALPHA ELAINE AUSTIN PENDER - Age 68, of Dalton, Georgia passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024 at a local Healthcare. She was born on February 27, 1956 to the late Wesley Austin, Jr. and Lillian Marie Moore Austin, and preceded by her sister, LaFrancis Marie Kline. She attended Emery Street School and was a 1974 graduate of Dalton High School and was a faithful member of Mountain Ridge Baptist Church, and for many years she was employed at Mohawk Industries.
Survivors are her loving and devoted children, Christopher (Angela) Pender, Christie LaShawn (Scott) Blackwell, Tremayne (Jaime) Pender; nine grandchildren, Preston (Dominque) Willis, Ashlyn Pender, Christen Pender, Sydnee Pender, Dakota Blackwell, Sloan Pender, Sophia Pender, Autumn Blackwell, and Chase (Kayla) Blackwell; great grandchildren, Pryson Willis, Lauren Willis, Lily Willis, Preslyn Willis, Peyton Willis, Parker Willis, K’Lee Davis, Kris Willis, Greyson Taylor, Teigan Dennard, Addie Blackwell, Rowan Dennard, Abram Blackwell, and Gracen “Buddy” Harrell; brother, Steve Howard (Pam) Austin; uncles, James Howard Austin, Sr., Larry (Jacqueline) Austin; aunt, Mary Ruth Austin; nieces, nephews; a special cousin, Gary Austin, other cousins, relatives, friends, and her church family.
Homegoing Celebration will be held on Monday, November 25, 2024 at 12:00 noon at Mountain Ridge Missionary Baptist Church, 1401 Martin L. King, Jr. Blvd., Dalton, Georgia 30721 with Pastor Dr. Jerry D. Jones as Eulogist. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, November 24, 2024 from 6:00 – 7:30 P. M. Interment, West Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society for Pancreatic Cancer Research. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, Georgia.
Eurskine Lyons sent Red and White Handled Basket for Dalpha Elaine Austin Pender - November 24, 2024
Resting in the Bosom of our Father...He called, I Answered,and I am back with Him.
Eurskine & Effie Lyons
Prayers and condolences to the family. M.A.Wells & Family
Chris, Shawn and Tremayne. I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother. Praying for y'all. Be encouraged!
Scotty Bonds
Deepest Symphony goes out to the Pinder.An austin families praying that god would give you strength to to carry on. K Francis, this is moody and family and Patsy, mcdaneed and family.
Prayers going up for the Austin and Pender's family pastor Charles w kitchens and live the Baptist church, family and friends.
To the family of Dalpha Austin: cousin, classmate,and friend. It was truly a shock when I heard about Dalpha. I knew there were problems but I have been out of touch with everyone. I pray all of GOD'S best for you all. One may need more of something or something completely different from everyone else. Whatever it is, for whoever it is, GOD is Real and ABLE to help you through. There is no time limit on grief,but with GOD the road gets easier. Look to the hills from whence cometh your help. My prayers are with you now and in the future.Love, Gwendolyn Ellison Mathews🙏🙏🙏!!!jm8rhm2
May God comfort you in the loss of your loved one. Gloria Kirkland
I am at a lost for words. This is a big pill to swallow! To you Chris, Shawn and Tremayne I know this is hard, but God will comfort and strengthen you as you look to Him. And to you Dalpha.....I loved you then, I love you now and I will always love you, you were my bestest friend and I already miss you! God has gained a mighty warrior!❤️
I'm going to miss u so much, not only were u my favorite aunt u were my best friend. I'm going to Miss our conversations every thing about u. Tell mama and granny I said hello and I love u all
LaShawn,Chris and Family. I hope the poem "I'm Free",eased the Burden that you are carrying..may God comfort you through these times,and His Guiding Light, provide a Clear way for you to walk.
From the Lyons Family.
I'm Free
Don't grieve for me,for now I'm free. I'm following the path God has for Me.I took His Hand when I heard His Call. I turned my back and left it All. I could not stay another day..To Laugh, to Love,to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found that place at the close of the Day. If my parting has left a void,A friendship shared,a laugh,a kiss, Ah,yes these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of Sorrow..I wish You, the Sunshine of Tomorrow. My Life has been full; I savored much; Good Friends, good times, a Loved One's touch, Perhaps my time seemed all too brief. Lift up your Heart and Share with me. God wanted me now!!
"He Set Me FREE"
From the Lyons Family
I worked with Dalpha for many years at Mohawk. She was a good person and friend. I would take her back and forth to work many times. We had many good laughs together. I pray you the family find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Sending prayers & condolences to the family. Johnetta (Johnnie) & family
I'm so sorry for your loss. I don't know what to say, I wish I had the right words to comfort all of you. To the family and your loved ones you will be in my thoughts and prayers.Velina Weaver(Cohutta,Ga)
Our sincere condolences to the entire family. We are praying that God will give you all the strength to endure this difficult time.I will really miss Dalpha. We love you all from the Alabama Austin Family in Tuscaloosa Al. Charles, Brenda, Chris, Kesha and Morgan Wells
On behalf of Mountain Ridge Baptist Church Family, we would like to express our sincere condolences to the Pender & Austin Family. Mrs Dalpha will truly be missed by our church Family, as she showed stedfast faith in God during her time of sickness. She had a heart of love & compassion for God, Her Family & Community. We are praying for you Chris, Tremaine, Lashawn, Steve & the entire Family. We love you all and we pray for comfort & strength during this time. We want you all to know that Dalpha "fought a good fight, and She kept the faith, and there is a crown of righteousness" for her. God Bless You All. Dr. Jerry D. Jones Sr., Pastor
Greetings:
To the family of my Aunt Dalpha,
You will truly be missed. I remember all the fun times we had together and all the memories we shared. My thoughts are with you, your kids, grandkids all other relatives, church friends, and close friends of yours.
Family, God will be with you!
Be Easy, Rev. Devonte' J. Harris Pastor, Saint James AME Church Fort Worth, Texas
Our hearts and Prayers go out to each of you as you go through this difficult time in your lives, New Hope Baptist Church Usher Board- Velina Weaver
I'm so sorry Christie.My condolences to you and the family. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Love you precious lady
Sincerely Pam, Peanut, Quincy and Cazmon.
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