Final_Vallie Roger Campbell Memorial Program

Mother Vallie Campbell Rogers was born September 14, 1932 in Longview, TX to the parentage of the late Willie and Willie Merle Madden. Mother Vallie was an extraordinary woman known for her talent and kindness. In her youth, Mother Vallie completed high school where she excelled at running track and embarked upon a career that allowed her to showcase her artistic abilities. She worked at Marge’s Stationary Shop where she excelled as an engraver, gift wrapper and shop manager for 30 years. Her attention to detail and creativity brought joy to countless customers who received her beautifully crafted gifts. Mother Vallie was truly a remarkable person. She was known for her warm heart, sassy spirit, and unwavering generosity. Her compassion knew no bounds as she always went above and beyond to assist those in need. Her selflessness and willingness to lend a helping hand made her a cherished friend among the people who had the privilege of knowing her. Mother Vallie married the late Bishop Leonard Campbell where she served as First Lady of Mount Pilgrim Free Will Baptist Church for many years. As First Lady she served in many capacities, i.e., the women’s ministry, mission board, as a member of Eastern Star and wherever she was needed. She was well known for her skills in the kitchen where she would cook an Anniversary Appreciation dinner for the entire church family to show gratitude for their kindness. To this union, the Campbell’s had six (6) children; Linda Ross, Abner Campbell (deceased), Barbara Ann Campbell (deceased), Leonard Campbell, Jr. (Tina – deceased), Annie Campbell Vickers and Reuben Campbell (Diana). They have nine (9) grandchildren; Demetria LeBlanc (Chris), Kimberly Palmer (Chris), Solomon Evans, Sedrick Evans (Kimberly), David Campbell Vickers, Clint Vickers, Shernet Townes (Billy), Toddrick Campbell and Kameron Campbell. Eighteen (18) great grandchildren and seven (7) great, great grandchildren. Mother Vallie later remarried the late Deacon N.B. Rogers on November 29, 1997, and became a step-mother to six (6) children; Doris Rogers, Joyce Rogers McCowan (Walter), Evelyn Rogers Dillard, Kenneth Rogers (Paula), Vernon Rogers (Mary) and Priscilla Rogers Brooks (Brock – deceased) and 20 grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren. She also leaves her five (5) siblings to cherish her precious memories; Sally Brockington, Annie Johnson, Louis Madden, Augusta Madden, Ora Lee Starks (Lonnie) and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Order of Service

Rev. Wayne Campbell, Officiant

Musical Prelude

Processional

Clergy & Family

Musical Rendition

Rev. Marcus Harris

Scripture Readings

Old Testament

Rev. Joe Moore, Jr.

New Testament

Rev. Kenneth Rogers

Prayer

Dr. David Henderson, Jr.

Solo

Mr. Kenneth Gray, Sr.

Resolutions

Chapel Freewill Baptist Church

Greater Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church

Calvary Philadelphia Missionary Baptist Church

C & M Strong Ministries

Expressions

Bishop Elnor Reed, III

Tributes (limit 2 minutes please)

Solo

Sis. Diane Johnson

Reflections (read silently)

Musical Rendition

Rev. Marcus Harris

Eulogy

Rev. Solomon Evans

Parting View

Golden Gate Funeral Home

Benediction

Rev. Solomon Evans

Recessional

Tributes from Her Children

To my Mother, I love you and will miss you very much. I’m going to miss the humor and wit you had, but I know you are in a better place. Love, Your Son Leonard

Mrs. V. Rogers, Thank you for raising me in a correct manner, knowing right from wrong. Life doesn ’ t prepare you for certain obstacles you may endure. I have had more than my share. Thanks to my help on high and you, I ’ m still trying to make it be better. Your daughter, Annie

To my loving mother, Thank you for passing the touch of Godly wisdom, spiritual insight and peace only a mother can instill in her son. May your loving light continue to resonate in and through me until we meet again. I Love You Always, Ben

Tributes from Her Grandchildren Mama,

The world will never be the same without you in it. You were that shining light for so many,

especially me. I have been so blessed to have a Godly grandmother like you; one whose love

knew no bounds. You were our matriarch that loved and cared for us with every depth of

your soul. There’s not a moment in my life that you have not been apart of, we have shared

so many cherished memories. It’s because of you I try to be the best grandmother to my

grandchildren. Just to give them a little bit of what you have given me all these years, a safe

place to be.

You not being here is a void that will never be filled and I will cherish your memories for the

rest of my days. Well done on this side of heaven, you are appreciated.

I will always love you Mama, Dee

Mama,

It’s SO hard to wrap my head around the fact that you are no longer here. I find peace in knowing that you are no longer suff ering. I’m glad I gave you your flowers while you were on this earth. You deserved to hear the great woman you were and how you in stilled in me the grace and power of a woman of God. I feel so blessed to have been raised by you and I am forever grateful.

I love you always, Kimmie

Tribute from Her Great Grandchildren

We thought of you today, but that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday and days before that too. We think of you in silence, we often speak your name. All we have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake from which we’ll never part. God has you in His arms, we will always have you in our hearts.