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Martha Bufkin Obituary

Martha Sharline Bufkin, 61, a receptionist for Morgan White Insurance, died Monday, July 27, 2009, at the Ross Barnett Reservoir in Ridgeland.
Visitation is 5-8 pm today at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon. Services are 10 am Thursday, July 30, 2009, at Liberty Baptist Church in Flowood with visitation at 9 am Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Clear Branch Cemetery in Florence. Rev. John Cofer will officiate.
Sharline was a native of Lakeland, Florida and a longtime resident of Rankin County. She was a faithful member of Liberty Baptist Church in Flowood where she was a soloist and member of the choir, Sunday School teacher, and was also involved in both home and foreign missions. Sharline also had special training in Divorce Recovery, spending time counseling in this area.
Survivors include her daughters, Jessica Holyfield (Will) of Pearl and Amy Bufkin of Chattanooga, TN; and sister, Wanda Ebersole (Ron) of Lakeland, Florida.
Memorials may be made to the Gideon's International or the Liberty Baptist Church Mission Fund.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 29, 2009.

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Joseph Walley

August 5, 2009

To the family of Martha Bufkin, My family was the ones that found her on the morning of July 27,2009.. We were on our way up the Natchez Trace Parkway and I had several points of interest I wanted to see.. Just so happened that the Reservoir Overlook just happened to be one I wanted to stop and see... Little did I know that my family was drawn to the overlook by GOD himself !!! I truly believe GOD intended for me and my family to find your loved one , not just to be there for the recognition but by devine intervention !!! I am sorry for your loss and I am sorry the loss had to be the way it happened... I know your Mother, Sister, and Friend will be GREATLY MISSED , Again I am saddened and deeply sorry for your loss May GODs abounding love and blessings be upon you during this time of loss and I extend to you from my family our love and prayers to you

Donna Foster

August 2, 2009

Your mother will be truly missed at MWG. Her passing has affected us all at work and it will not be the same with out her there to greet us as we come into the building each day. She has left a memorable impression on us all. The footprints she left behind were such a blessing from god. She will never be forgotten. We all will meet again on that glorious day in Heaven...

July 30, 2009

Your mother was a beautiful lady with a tender heart. She will be missed by all of her church family.
Love, Lynn Hilson

Tammy Slay

July 30, 2009

She will be sorely missed. She was always smiling and so willing to help others less fortunate than herself. Her greatest joy in her life was her girls. She was so very proud of them both.

Carolyn Buchanan

July 30, 2009

It saddens me greatly to learn of Sharlene`s passing. I will always remember her smile and friendly hello everytime I would go to MWG to pick up my husband for lunch.
She wrote the most loving and touching letter to Ed and I after our son left this world in Feb 2008. Her words of comfort will always remain in my heart .
With love and compassion and empathy,
Carolyn Buchanan

shaunta johnson

July 30, 2009

Jessica, i am praying for you and your family. I love you girl.

Michele Bennett

July 29, 2009

Amy, Jessica & Will, My family's prayers are for you. We know that the loss of a beloved parent is deep and heartfelt. Your Mother was a sweet and kind lady who touched many lives over the years and she will be missed by many. Sharline was especially blessed with a beautiful vocal ability and I truly believe that she is singing with the angels in Heaven's choir.

Tiffany Briggs

July 29, 2009

Jessica and Amy,

I was so glad to know your mother! Mrs. Sharline was a wonderful, caring woman with a loving heart. I will miss seeing Mrs. Sharline everyday at work and will miss her daily phone calls to get the mail. Mrs. Sharline was a great listener. Any time i wanted to talk about something, your mom was there to hear. Every time I talked to your mother, the topic of the conversation was you two! Your mother loved you two so much and was so proud of the both of you! Mrs. Sharline you will be greatly missed! My prayers are with your family.

July 29, 2009

I had the honor of working with your mom and she was a blessing to me as well as others. Ms. Sharline will be missed at Morgan White. My prayers are with her daughters during this time.

Terry Palmertree

July 29, 2009

Dear Jessica and Amy,

Your mom was an amazing person who loved the Lord. She always had words of encouragement when you needed them and they always came with a hug. I feel so blessed to have had the privilege to know her and call her friend. Her sweet smile will truly be missed at Liberty Baptist. You both are in my thoughts & prayers.

Teresa Moore

July 29, 2009

Your mother always had a smile on her face and a kind word for everyone. I always loved to hear her sing. She was a blessing to all that knew her. I will truly miss her at Liberty.

July 29, 2009

Jessica and Amy,
I can't begin to know the sorrow you are feeling right now, but the Lord will see you through it. I remember your Mother from Mt.Zion Baptist Church in Florence. Just know she is smiling down on you both.

God Bless,
Pat Woods

Cynthia Baxter

July 29, 2009

Dear Jessica and Amy,

Your mom was loved by her co-workers and church family. She was one of the first MWG employees to make me feel welcomed by inviting me to lunch. She called me friend. Even at church (Liberty Baptist Church) she would greet my family with a hug and a smile. She was loved by many. We will continue to lift you up in prayer.

Sincerely,

Cynthia Polk Baxter

Jane Shows

July 29, 2009

Sharline was a wonderful woman! I could talk to her so easy. I will miss her warm smile and kindness. She will be greatly missed at Liberty Baptist.

Sarah Reynolds Foster

July 29, 2009

I am so sorry about your loss. My prayers are with you all.

July 29, 2009

Jessica & Will,
I had not had the opportunity to meet your mom. From all the wonderful words of kindness about her, she truly must have been a very special woman and seems to have touched many lives in special way's.
Our thoughts and especially our prayer's are with you both.
God Bless,
Sheila Mikell
(Billy's Cousin)Thinking of you Will.
Betty Mikell

Charleen Hopson

July 29, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Ms. Sharline will be truly missed at Liberty Baptist.

Melissa McCarty

July 29, 2009

Dear Family,

I knew Ms. Sharline from Liberty Baptist. She was a beautiful woman inside and out. She was full of wisdom and always ready to encourage. She was simply a great person. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this great loss.

Candise Brown

July 29, 2009

Amy & Jessica,
My heart and prayers go out to you. I know how you must be feeling, having lost two mothers of my own. My family and friends are all praying for you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
Sincerly,
Candise Taylor Brown

Rhonda Short

July 29, 2009

I just want to say your mother will truly be missed here at MorganWhite Group. She was a blessing to be around. Her smile just lit up a room. I am so glad God gave me the opportunity to have her in my life! I know it will be hard for each of you as you grieve the loss of your mom. But please know, she has touched many lives and will be in our hearts forever!

Sandra Plunkett

July 29, 2009

Amy and Jessica, so sorry to hear about Sharline. Knew your Mom from many years ago at Concord Baptist Church in Yazoo County, MS (Amy you were just a toddler). Memories of her beautiful smile as she sang will be cherished forever. You will be in our prayers. God Bless You!

Sheri Hutton

July 29, 2009

Sharline always had a smile on her face. She was the first person we would see walking in the door at work and the last person to see when we were going home. It was refreshing to have such a sweet smile! She was also a walking testimony to God! Sharline was loved by ALL of us at MWG. We will truly miss her!! Please know that all of you are in my prayers. I pray that God will hold you in His loving arms. I know that she will be waiting for me in heaven with that same wonderful smile on her face!!

Vicki Daugherty

July 29, 2009

Amy,

I am sorry to hear about your mother. I'm praying for you! Please let me know how I can help.

CONNIE JENKINS

July 29, 2009

JESSICA AND AMY, PLEASE ACCEPT MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ON THE DEATH OF YOUR MOTHER MARTHA. THERE IS NO DOUBT THAT HER PASSING WILL BE A GREAT LOSS NOT ONLY TO YOU BUT TO ALL THOSE WHO KNEW AND LOVED HER. THE BIBLE PROMISE THAT ONE DAY WE WILL SEE OUR LOVE ONES AGAIN AND THAT DEATH AND PAIN WILL BE DONE AWAY WITH. JESSICA AND AMY CONTINUE TO CHERISH THE WONDERFUL MEMORIES YOU'VE SHARED WITH YOUR MOTHER AND THEY WILL REMOVE THE SADDNESS AND BRING YOU HAPPINESS. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Betsy Burge

July 29, 2009

Ms. Sharline was a very special person at our church. We will miss her terribly.

Vallery Temple

July 29, 2009

Jessica--I was so sorry to hear about your mother. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.

Janice Herrington

July 29, 2009

I knew Sharline many, many years ago while attending Immanuel Bapt. Church in Natchez, MS. She was also so sweet, so caring - so compassionate. I share your loss. May God be with you in this time of heartache and sorrow. Janice Perry Herrington

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