Elder Mollie Jane Gant Burlington, North Carolina Obituary

Elder Mollie Jane Gant

<p>Elder Mollie Jane Gant&nbsp;101, of 507 Everett Street, Burlington, North Carolina transitioned from labor to her heavenly reward on Saturday, August 6, 2022 in her home surrounded by her family. Mollie was born to the late Jerry Gant and Estella Ellison Gant on May 1, 1921 in Alamance County.</p> <p>Although she had no biological children, she was a mother and example to all she met.&nbsp;She was known for her style and elegance...a very classy lady.&nbsp;She was a lifelong member of the United Holy Church of America.&nbsp; In the Southern District, she was vice president of the Foreign Missions Department.&nbsp;In the Virginia District she was the Chairperson of the Finance Committee.&nbsp; In Danville VA, she was Co-Pastor to Bishop Ruby Woodson and later served with Elder Barry Adams.&nbsp; Currently, she was a faithful 20 year member of Glenn Grove UHC in Mebane NC and was an associate Elder and member of the Mother&#39;s Board.&nbsp;Her last sermon was at the age of 99...&quot;IT&#39;S time for a change&quot;.&nbsp;She served until her strength declined.</p> <p>Elder Gant was survived by one sister, Lillie Mae Lea; two godsons, one goddaughter along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.</p> <p>She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Estella Gant;&nbsp;brothers, Eddie Gant, Alex Gant, Joe Gant, Rev. Eugene Gant, Irving Gant; sisters, Levena Blackmon, Mary Gant, Nancy Leath and Katherine Thompson</p>
May 1, 1921 - August 6, 202205/01/192108/06/2022
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Aleasha Garrison
August 21, 2022
Ms. Mollie, I was away during your funeral. I will miss you so much walking by my office and when we played Bingo and you would say, "Lord, I love you Jesus." I felt honored to serve you as your Service Coordinator. There always be a memory of you in my heart .. You ar... Continue Reading
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Cassandra Woodson
August 11, 2022
I have known Aunt Molly all My Life! She came to Live with my Grandmother Bishop Ruby G. Woodson, as the story goes, she was A young girl. Elder Gant was my Grandmother's best friend and caregiver until my Grandmother closed her eyes! Aunt Molly went wherever m... Continue Reading
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Aleasha Miles Garrison
August 9, 2022
Mollie,
I already miss you. I love when you would fly up and down the hall way, "Thanking Jesus." After 101 years, he gave you your wings. Rest in peace and thanks for the laughter and most importantly, Thanks for the word of GOD.
Love Aleasha Garrison, Service C...
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Evangelist Kathy Eliacin and Coleman Family
August 9, 2022
Our deepest condolences to the family. What a friend we have in Jesus, all our grief he bares. She was a champion soldier for The Lord. A good an faithful servant. We will cherish her memories.
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The staff at Sharpe Funeral Home
August 6, 2022
We plant this tree as a living memorial to Elder Mollie Jane Gant. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
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