Lelia Privette

LELIA BLAND PRIVETTE, daughter of the late Walter Bland and Cora Jeffreys, was born on January 1, 1921 in Wake County, North Carolina. On Wednesday evening, July 23, 2014, Lelia quietly transitioned from her earthly dwelling place to her heavenly home. Two siblings preceded her in death; Sara Bland and Henry Bland (both of North Carolina). Lelia was educated in the Wake County Public School System. She served as a domestic worker for several years. For over 20 years, she owned a day care from her home. Lelia enjoyed caring for children. She always welcomed them into her house. While living in North Carolina, in 1942 Lelia met and fell in love with Lumus Privette. They both decided to move to Baltimore, Maryland and on March 31, 1942, they were united in Holy Matrimony. They were married for 55 years. From this union they were blessed with one son, Lumus Privette Jr. She dressed JR to the “T”. Lelia was a very devoted wife and mother who enjoyed baking cakes and pies for her family. She was a firm believer and a devout prayer warrior who prayed for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren daily. Lelia was long time member of the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church for over 20 years. The Lord guided her to become a faithful member of White Rock Non-Denominational Church in 2000, where she served on the Mother's Board until her passing. Mother Lelia enjoyed participating in testimonial service, while she would say, “I am going to sit at the welcome table...” Mother Lelia counld put down a mean dance for the Lord. She was a resident of Keswick Multi-Care Center since 2007 and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She leaves a legacy of faithfulness, caring, loving, giving, and one of deep faith in God whom she loved and trusted to the end. She leaves to cherish her memory: her devoted son, Lumus Privette Jr.; daughter-in-law, Rosa Lee Privette; stepdaughter, Christine Tomlin; three grandchildren, Raymond Privette (Michele Privette), David Privette Sr. (Rebecca Privette), Michelle Howard (DeRon Howard Sr.); seven great-grandchildren, Chanise Howard, DeRon Howard Jr., Devonte Howard (preceded her in death), Devon Privette, raichele Privette and Donavon Privette; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends,

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Lelia Privette

January 1, 1921 - July 23, 2014