Girtie Mae Caldwell was born on August 21, 1941 in St. Matthews, South Carolina. After an extended illness, she departed this life on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at Prisma Health Richland Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina.
Girtie was affectionally known as Nunki. She was the beloved daughter of the late Josh and Allie Lucas Noble. She was united in holy matrimony with the late Lawrence Caldwell.
Girtie received her education through the Calhoun County School System, and graduated in 1958 from John Ford High School. While attending high school, she loved playing basketball as the lead point guard. Girtie worked as an Operating Room Technician, at Richland Memorial Hospital for 20 years. She also worked at Sunshine Retirement Home in Beaufort, South Carolina, until she medically retired.
Girtie was preceded in death by: her husband, Lawrence Caldwell, Sr.; and son, John Anderson Lee, Jr.
Girtie was a faithful member of New Laurel Missionary Baptist Church, until her health started to decline.
Girtie had a witty sense of humor, but please don’t make “me come out my bag.” She loved Gospel Music and Family Feud hosted by Steve Harvey. Most importantly she loved, cherished, and was very protective of her children.
Those left to cherish the precious memory of Girtie are: 8 children, Janice (Ronald, Sr.) Weathers, of Lumberton, North Carolina, Annette (Wayne) Brown, of St. Matthews, South Carolina, Doris Nash, and Carroll Gaffney, all of Columbia, South Carolina, Bernard (Collette) Lee, of Norfolk, Virginia, George (Shawnti) Lee, of Jacksonville, Florida, Francina Lee, and Sophia Guida, of Columbia, South Carolina; one brother, Herbert (Catherine) Noble; one sister, Lillie B. Sims, of Brooklyn, New York; 24 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, other loving relatives, and friends all of whom will miss her dearly. Let us rejoice as she is now at peace and we look forward to seeing her in the resurrection.
I still go through and read the comments sometimes just to see the thoughtfull comments written people that will always love and now miss my mom. Thank you all for what have done over the years and what you continue to say to keep the memory of her alive. Nette said it best; “we will all be together again in the resurrection.”
My sincerest condolences to “Gertie “and family. Deuteronomy 29:29. Psalms 91. Through HIS grace and mercy, & my brothers eyes, “Gertie” imprinted my heart.
My condolences, prayers for the Mr & Mrs Noble in the transition of his sister. Be not dismayed whate’er betide, God will take care of you! Beneath His wings of love abide, God will take care of you! God will take care of you,
As you and your family remember your wonderful mother, they will look back on a life well-lived. Even in your sorrow, take comfort that she is at home in the Kingdom of Heaven. Words can never begin to describe the sadness you and your family feel at the loss of your mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. We all pray for you all to have strength in your grieving, and take comfort from all the happy memories you will carry.
Adj. Janice, someone as special as a mother is never gone from this world. May you still see her smile in your mirror and hear her voice singing in your heart. She’ll missed but just remember she is now with her Master who will love and care for her eternally. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I’m sorry for your lost im praying for the family sending my love from me and my family to yours
To my dear friend second mom you will truly be misss I’ll always remember our conversation ,laughter our friendship I really look up to you .to the family u have my prayers n condolences I’ll always love yall thanks for accepting me into the family.
May she find peace in God’s arms. Condolences to the family. May you feel the love and comfort He provides above all understanding
Momma, you fought a valiant fight and our Lord and Savior has sounded his trumpet to let us know your angel wings have been presented. I will ALWAYS remember the talks, laughs but most of all your love and acceptance. Though my place setting may state – daughter in law; you ALWAYS treated me as if I was one of your own and I will always hold that dear in my heart. All my love.
May God continue to watch over your family and give them strength and peace.
On behalf of Woodrow Wilson DAV #1 Raleigh/Knightdale Chapter…our Thoughts and Prayers to the family
May God gives you the strength to deal with this great loss of your mother. May you always feel her presence with you.
Know that God will give you the strength and peace during this time of loss. He knows your pain but He promised that He would never leave or forsake us. Keep your hand in His hand and He will guide you through the pain and heartache. In Christ.
Grandma I love you, we love you come see us from Jr and john jr
To the children and family of Mrs Caldwell remember that “When men on earth have done their best angels in heaven can do no more”She is at peace.Accept our sympathy as you grieve her loss .
Praying for the family My condolences
To the family May God comfort you’ll during this difficult time and May your mom Rest I n Peace.
TO JANICE: I EXTEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND PRAY THAT GOD WILL COMFORT YOU.
I’m truly sorry for your loss. Rest in Heaven Ms. Caldwell
Love you all
Condolences to my brother in law George and his family on the loss of their mother.it was pleasure meeting her and spending time with her in florida.rest in paradise momma.
It is with my deepest most sincere condolences to your family. My God bless and keep you safe in His arms
Family, our sincere prayers and condolences in the passing of Aunt Girtie. May God comfort you with his love and mercy as you cherish fond memories of her.
My sincere condolences to you and your family
Rest well mama. You will be missed. Praying for comfort to all family and friends during this difficult time.
My condolences to my family and the friends of my Auntie Girtie Mae Noble Caldwell. May the Holy Spirit continue keeping us in peace, leading us, guiding us and comforting us in our time of sorrow.
Rest in Heavenly Peace ❤
I love you Grandma! I’m going to miss you dearly, get your rest.💕♥️❤️🩹
From the Carree, Dean and Brown Family:
So sorry for your loss. May God hold you near during this time. We love you and are praying for the family. God Bless
May Mother Rest In Peace, and the family find peace and comfort in the arms of the Holy Spirit during this time of grief and sorrow
Rest in Peace, Rest Easy by the Grace of God you will be welcome at the Pearlie gates of Heaven.