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“ To those I love, and those who loved me, when I am gone, release me. Let me go. Be happy that we had so many years, but now it ’ s time to travel alone, and when you must come this way alone, I ’ ll greet you with a smile, a hug, and welcome you home ”. “ In sad but loving memories of Ms. Ozzie B. McClellan, a devoted mother, who God called home. Even though you are no longer with us, there will forever be a vacant place in our hearts, which will never be filled. Oh we will miss you so much Mama, and the tears will freely flow, for we can ’ t understand why it was you that had to go, but we are trying to be submissive, for we know God knoweth best, and we are sure that you are with Him. In the look of peace and rest, Signed, Your children ”.

We would like to express our sincere thanks for your prayers, thoughts, words of encouragement, visits, cards, food, and flowers. May God continue to bless each, and every one of your lives. Signed, The Family

Isaac (Trey McClellan | Greg McElvy | Marco Thomas Jaeden Range | Derek B. Range | Greg Oliphant

Calvin Applewhite | Gary McClellan | Jamal Applewhite Joseph Thomas

Little Bethel Memorial Park 1803 Cedar Hill Rd. Duncanville, Texas 75137

Ozzie Belenzia Applewhite was born to Lurene & Pervis Applewhite, on September 28, 1939, in Homer, Louisiana. Of this union, siblings Leon, Lizzerene, & Clarence were born. Through subsequent unions of her parents, Ozzie was blessed with eight additional siblings: Geraldine, Callyn, Calvin, Ruby, Elmira, Aundraul, Barbara, and Michelle. Ozzie B. (as she liked to be called), graduated from Homer High School in 1958. In 1959, she married Matthew Smith. From this union, Brenda was born. Years later, she married Isaac McClellan. From that union, Phyllis, Luther, Kenneth, & Isaac F., were born. She would often say that all five of her children were her favorite, but deep down, her kids knew that she was honestly telling the truth. Ozzie B. received formal training, earned a degree, and continued her studies at Mountain View, & Cedar Valley Colleges in Dallas, TX. Some of Ozzie’s past occupations included working as a teacher’s aide for The Dallas Independent School District, and as an administrative assistant for Occidental Life Insurance, and Sysco Foods. Her true calling was her dedication to helping others. She worked as a private duty nurse, for Visiting Nurses Association, and she was a volunteer for The American Red Cross, for many years. Her favorite occupation was that of the school nurse at Mamie White Elementary School, and Wilmer Hutchins High School. With honor, she held that profession for 32 years. Ozzie was active in her church and very involved in community service. Her earnest and warm personality was a perfect fit, on her church’s Courtesy Committee, for ensuring that the sick and shut-in members were loved, and always remembered. She performed Vision/Hearing testing at local churches, donated food to outreach programs, and was a member of “The Neighborhood Watch” program. No crimes were ever committed when Ozzie B. was on watch, not a one. She was a member of Hawn Freeway Church of Christ, and in later years, a member of Cliffview Church of Christ. Ozzie B. truly enjoyed all types of gardening, especially planting pink roses. Her favorite color was pink, so she had her home exterior painted pink, and she bought a pink carport - she even wore pink lipstick! Ozzie loved God, and was a faithful servant, until her passing. She was preceded in death by her parents, Pervis Applewhite and Lurene Applewhite Price, and brothers Leon, and Clarence. She is survived by her children: Brenda, (Greg), Phyllis, (Derek), Luther, Kenneth, (Kimberly), and Isaac F., (LaSharion), siblings: Lizzerene Thomas, Geraldine Rorie, Callyn Applewhite, Calvin Applewhite, Ruby Polk, Elmira Applewhite, Aundraul Applewhite, Barbara Miles, & Michelle Applewhite, grandchildren: Thomas Holbert, Britni McElvy, Taylor McClellan, Isaiah McClellan, Leah McClellan, Isaac T. McClellan, Derek B. Range, & Jaeden Range, great-grandchildren: Harrison Holbert, Brandon McCann, Isaac McClellan IV, and a host of relatives, and friends.

You cared for us, you were our backbone, our foundation. Thank you for the respect you instilled in our family. You gave so much to many, never asking for anything in return. We will continue to cherish your love & memories. “ Mama, we love you so very much, but we realize that God loved you even more. You were the bond that held this family together. We admired your strength, and your courage. You touched the lives of so many people, with your kindness and your warm smile. We know that God only gave you to us for a short time, and we are so very blessed, and proud, to have had you as a mother. We have comfort in knowing that you are only sleeping, and one day soon, we will be together again.

Processional

Minister & Family

“ Amazing Grace ” by Aretha Franklin

Parting View

Golden Gate Directors

Scripture Lesson: Old Testament:

Psalm 23 /Min. James Nolly

New Testament :

I Thessalonians 4:13 - 18/ Min. Ray Swint

Prayer Comfort

Minister

“ Trouble of the World ” Mahalia Jackson

Selection

Resolutions

Ms. Mary Polk Cliffview Church of Christ

Tributes of Love

Limit 3 Minutes, Please

Special Remarks

Ms. Ola Mae Allen “ Class of 58” Ms. Mary L. Washington

Obituary

(Please Read Silently)

“ Walk Around Heaven ” Mighty Clouds of Joy

Selection

“O, Lord, my Heavenly Father, you are the provider of the years. Bless my children with your Godly favor, keep them on your righteous path, and direct their hearts into the steadfastness of Christ. Amen”.

Message of Comfort

Min. Michael Wilburn

“ Wing Beneath My Wings ” By Bette Midler

Recessional