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Ivory Ann Sabb-Williams

February 25, 1939 — October 21, 2022

Philadelphia

Ivory Ann Sabb-Williams

 

Ivory Ann Sabb was born in Philadelphia, PA. To the late Irvin and Mattie Sabb. 

Ivory was born the sixth (6) child of eight (8) siblings, Ivory was also affectionately known as Yanny. She was called home to rest on October 21, 2022.  

She was educated in the Philadelphia School District and graduated from Bok Vocational High School. She studied Early childhood education and became a Teacher in the Philadelphia School Board for 23 years.  

Ivory was well known by her family and friends for her Impeccable Stylish dressing as well as her Awesome Creative ability in Home Décor and Gourmet cooking. And let's not forget her mad skills on the dance floor, especially the Bop and the Slop to the music of Bobby Womack and Lou Rawls because she was a Jazzy Lady.  

She was a One-of-a-kind mother having raised her Three children, Terry Weebie and Kimmie as a Single Mom as well as extending that same love and strength to all her many nieces and nephews. 

On February 24, 2000, Ivory was married to Howard Williams who loved her, supported her, enjoyed life with her and took care of her until her last breath. He has also been loving, caring and supportive of her two daughters and their only Granddaughter (Ebony) who was a package deal (LOL). 

For many years Ivory served and Worshipped the Lord whom she loved in Various churches, but her happiest and most faithful time was spent in Gospel Temple Church. She loved her Pastor and Church family whom she spoke of lovingly among her family. 

Ivory was proceeded in death by her only Son, Norman K. Bull Jr., her granddaughter L’kia Nicole. Her Siblings: Dorothy, Irvin Jr., Williams, Lillie, Odessa and Johnny. 

She is Survived by her loving Husband Howard (Pops), her two Daughters, Terry Madison and Kim S. Bull, one granddaughter Ebony S. Bull, a host of special Nieces, Nephews and Cousins and her Third play Daughter Phyllis Bazemore. 

Honorable Mention to her 1st Cousins Vicky and Mickey.  

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Past Services

Visitation

Saturday, October 29, 2022

10:00am - 12:00 pm (Eastern time)

Gospel Temple Baptist Church

1327 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

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Funeral Service

Saturday, October 29, 2022

12:00 - 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Gospel Temple Baptist Church

1327 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

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