[NFBofSC] Dorothy Barksdale passes

[Debra Canty]

With fond memories of Ms. Dorothy C. Barksdale. She was first a woman of God. She loved her family, her church family, her Federation family and all those with whom she came in contact. Not only was she a mentor to me, but a mentor to many,  especially the youth. Ms. Barksdale’s illuminating light  and beautiful personality would always shine so brightly and brighten the day of others. 

  

We truly appreciate the love that was shown to people by her, as well as her contributions, service, trailblazing  spirit, but most of all  we appreciate her prayers for her fellow blind members. 

  

Sleep on Dorothy and take your rest; we loved you in time and God loves you in eternity and best. 

  

Debra Canty, President 

NFB of SC Sumter Chapter 

 

 

 

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In honor of Ms. Dot, would you leave a short message of how she positively impacted you or something you loved about her. I would like to make a book that we can print and Braille to keep at tve federation center and Rocky bottom. Thank you for your contribution!

 

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My heart is truly full after hearing the news  about Dot. . I have had many conversations with Dorothy and being a part of this organization meant a lot to her. She truly inspired and motivated me and reminded me that God is in control and everything will be all right. May the work she’s done speak for her and she is at peace. I will always have a special place in my heart for Dot.. 

 

My heart truly aches at  this time because when my phone rang to give me the news, I was actually on my other phone in the process of dialing in to her to see how she was doing but God had another plan and his plan is a perfect plan.





On Aug 16, 2022, at 12:18 PM, David Houck via NFBofSC <nfbofsc at nfbnet.org <mailto:nfbofsc at nfbnet.org> > wrote:

 I have just received word that longtime Columbia Chapter member, Dorothy Barksdale has passed.  She was the first African-American to join the NFB of SC about 5 decades ago.  She also served as Secretary for the Columbia Chapter, Federation Center of the Blind, NFB of SC state board and the Rocky Bottom board.  As Chairperson of the We Care Committee, Dorothy Barksdale cared for many of our members and others.  She also was recognized on the Columbia Housing Authority's Wall of Fame.  She will need to be replaced for the upcoming Devotional and Memorial Service at the state convention.  Please keep her family and friends in your prayers.

David Houck 
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