Eddie Pearl Porter Sharpe passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025,
She was born February 17, 1944 in Blakely to the late Cleveland Porter and Louise Mallard. She received her education in the public county schools of Pierce County.
A devoted member of First-Born Church of the Living God, she held the position of district mother under the leadership of Pastor Brenda Burse. As a guiding light in the lives of all who had the privilege to know her, she was known as “Mama Pearl”.
Her dedication to service of her community and helping those around her was unconditionally marked by love, compassion, service and unwavering faith in God.
She was preceded in death by one sister, Dorothy Gene George and two brothers, Tracey Lee Porter and Claude David Porter.
She leaves behind a loving family to cherish her memory, including five children, Sarah Lewis Johnson (John) Charlotte, NC, William Monroe Madison Jr. (Della), Brenda G. Carroll (Michael), Alma, Christopher Madison (Tavia), Myrtle Beach, SC and Tony J. Madison (Natorra), Alma; one sister-in law, Cecilia Porter, Atlanta; 20 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; three great-great- grandchildren; long-time life friends, William Monroe Madison Sr., Velma Floyd, Linda Lane, Betty Battle and Rosie Hargrave; three long-time village of sister friends, Perline Sinkfield, Dorceil Smiley and Eva Mae Smith; two special daughters-of-love, Shavon Broady Williams and Kerie Dunson and a host of godchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews and sorrowing friends. Special love and appreciation also goes to Katheline Adderley.
Viewing will be held from 5-7 p.m. Friday, May 30, at the First Born Church of the Living God, 105 Devoe Circle, Alma.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 31, from the First African Baptist Church, 708 E. 12th Street, Alma.
Interment will follow in the Shiloh Cemetery, Moore Street, Blackshear.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.cmbrownfh.com.
C.M. Brown Funeral Home of Baxley is in charge of arrangements.
