The memorial service was streamed on 4/13, 2020 and can be viewed at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zwSUhHYoFU&feature=emb_title Obituary Earnest Maiden, Sr. was born on December 25th, 1941 in Faunsdale, Alabama. Raised by the late Lun and Lela Taylor, he was led to confess his hope in Christ as his personal Lord and Savior.The family later moved to Birmingham, Alabama where they joined Morning Star Baptist Church. In his later years Earnest Sr, became a member of New Pilgrim Baptist Church where his name still resides on the roll.
Earnest Sr. lived a fruitful and productive life. He attended Ullman High School and Knoxville College. On July 7, 1964, he was drafted into the Army where he served his country dutifully. Earnest Sr., worked for the United States Postal Service for 41 years while continuing to serve in the Air Force Reserve until his retirement in 2001. He was an advocate for his community, a lover of his many friends, and an avid gardener.
Earnest Sr. was joined in holy matrimony to Bettye Boykin, on October 14, 1967. To this union of 52 years three children were born: Earnest Maiden Jr. (Delphine), Stephanie Victoria Maiden-Denson (Winfred) and Benjamin Lance Maiden. Earnest Sr. was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
He leaves to cherish his memories: 5 loving grandchildren: Christen Channing, Sydney, Preston, Heidi, and 1 great grandchild: Justin; 3 Aunts: Amanda Phillips of Great Neck, New York, Clearease Morton of Birmingham, Alabama, and Barbara Cook (James), Flint, Michigan. Sister and Brother in-laws: Patricia Hyde (Henry), San Diego, California; Cheryl Moore (Sidney), Fairfield, Alabama; Andre Boykin (Charlotte), Huntsville, Alabama and Felicia Burks (Douglas), Ellenwood, Georgia; as well as a host of other family and friends.
Order of ServiceOpening PrayerReading of Scripture Delphine MaidenObituary Reading (Silently)Reflections Earnest Maiden, Jr.Eulogy Rev. Dr. James H. Brooks
New Pilgrim MBC
BenedictionYou Meant So Much By Cassie Mitchell
You meant so much to all of us, You were special and that’s no lie
You brightened up the darkest day, And the cloudiest sky
Your smile alone warmed hearts, Your laugh was like music to hear
I would give absolutely anything, To have you well and standing near
Not a second passes, When you’re not on our minds
Your love we will never forget, The hurt will ease in time
Many tears I have seen and cried, They have all poured out like rain
I know that you are happy now, And no longer in any pain
Acknowledgement The Family of Earnest Maiden Sr. expresses sincere gratitude for all prayers, calls, visits and other acts of kindness during the passing of our dear loved one. May GOD continue to BLESS each one of you and thank you again for your support.