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Macklin Shockley, 97 LINCOLN - Sarah Ann Macklin Shockley, the daughter of the late Charles Macklin and Gertrude Neal-Macklin-Davis was born Sept. 3, 1915 in Lincoln, Delaware. She departed this life …
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Macklin Shockley, 97 LINCOLN - Sarah Ann Macklin Shockley, the daughter of the late Charles Macklin and Gertrude Neal-Macklin-Davis was born Sept. 3, 1915 in Lincoln, Delaware. She departed this life Friday, Nov. 23, 2012 at Bay Health Medical Center in Milford surrounded by her beloved family, as they sang the songs of Zion. She devoted her life to God and caring for her family and friends. She was known for reciting many poems and quoting Scriptures. One of her favorites was the 24th Psalm. She was a faithful, longtime member of Siloam A.M.E. Church. There she served as a Missionary, Stewardess and in many other capacities. Sarah was predeceased by her husband, Bishop David H. Shockley, Sr.; daughter, Ellen Parker; sons, Elder David A. Shockley and Craig Shockley; grandsons, Dale Shockley and Oliver Shockley, Jr.; brothers, Delton Macklin, and Charles Macklin; sisters, Elizabeth Harris and Ellen Hooker. She leaves to cherish loving memories, seven sons; two daughters; 39 grandchildren; 62 great grandchildren; 28 great, great, grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless other family and friends whom were blessed to know her. Celebration of life will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 30, 2012 at Jesus Love Temple,106 South Walnut Street, Milford, DE. Viewing from 9 to 11 a.m. only. See: www.benniesmithfuneralhome.com.