Hello again Deborah, Charles, Tre and family 2023.
Time passes on, but the memories of Mama Prothrow still remains in our hearts and minds. I feel if Mildred was here today, she would have so much wisdom and love to depart to us about living a worthwhile and prosperous life in service to the peace of mankind. That’s the kind of person Mama Prothrow was.
Creola G. Lucas
Birmingham, Alabama

Dear Deborah, Charles and family. I know Mother Prothrow is present in all of our hearts. I think of her often, wishing I had had more time to get to know her. Her fashion sense was inspiring, and I see it when I see you, Deborah. I know being in St. Marteen makes you miss her more. We never stop missing our mothers.

Thank God for the wonderful memories I have of “Mama Prothrow. “I recall her walking barefoot across her lawn to my house in the wintertime, and enjoying it. Such a strong lady.
Creola Lucas

Dean and I are diving into a container of Peach Ice Cream, remembering how much Mildred loved it when Dean would bring Peach Ice Cream to her ... always in our hearts with love ♥️

Deborah, Charles, Tre an family, the years have gone by, but I still hold dear so many wonderful memories and blessings Mama Prothrow brought to the people whose lives she touched. She was a servant to her community, and a very supportive neighbor. Her legacy lives on through her family and her good works.
I’ll always remember her!
Creola G. Lucas
Birmingham, Alabama ❤️

Dearest Mother Prothrow, I think of you often especially when I pass the old house on 62nd St. I miss you smile and that gorgeous head of white hair. Love you, Glynis

Thanks Glynis and Creola. I really appreciate your anniversary postings of memories of mom. It has been 2 years since her passing and needless to say, she is still missed. We were just in St. Maarten as a family and reflected on her beauty, grace, loving spirit and what she meant to our friends and family. Thanks for your kind words and memories. Deborah

Hello Deborah, Mama Prothrow is what your mom, Mildred, told Ira and me to call her. That worked out fine for us, because we were far away from our family In Alabama. This woman of strong character who exhibited strength in adversity and gave love to all in her community was worthy of being called Mama.
I’m living back in Alabama and those fundamental principles she shared with me gave me the strength needed when, my husband Ira, of 61 years passed away from COVID in September of 2020. I miss them both, dearly. Mama Prothrow and Ira Lucas, Jr. are at rest in Jesus! This Tribute is to the Legacy of her memories.
Love you Deborah, Trey and family.
Creola Gaston Lucas
❤️

Dear Mother Prothrow, I think of you every time I pass your first L.A. home on 62nd Street. I remember your beautiful white hair and your gracious smile. I remember your stylish hair cut for your 100th birthday party. You were truly the queen of the ball. I remember the gorgeous earring and necklace that you wore on your last birthday party. Remembering you fondly.

Dear Deborah, it was my good fortune to have you move around the corner when you came to L.A. My sister-in-law and her husband Phil brought me and my husband to your new home where we were greeted by Trey with a hug and Perci hiding behind his legs. On that first visit you took me to meet your Mother. I was struck by her beauty and that gorgeous head of snow white hair. I was further blown away by how she engaged with me in those few minutes we spent together. I walked out calling her Mother Prothrow.  Every time I visited your home I saw her briefly unless she was napping. The last time was her 102nd birthday celebration. She looked exquisite in her bright caftan and lots and lots of jewelry. Since my mother and grandmother had passed from me I could feel her motherness when I was around her. Deborah, you are so blessed to have had her for so long. Thank you for giving me a little glimpse into her life. I have archived the photos of her life and enjoyed them immensely many times over. Thank you 

Dear Deborah, I have so many great memories of being around your family, particularly in St. Martin. However, when I think of your mother, I remember how much joy my mother experienced after meeting her in Tanzania. They were the same age, and I recall how they acted like teenagers, climbing on the bed together, and sharing memories of their lives with each other. Mildred will always be remembered by me as a classy lady, who exuded compassion and love. Ron

Dear Deborah,

I feel the same as Maureen. Although I never got to meet your mother, I certainty did enjoy hearing about her from you.  Her legacy certainly lives on through you and your incredibly impactful work. 

Love,

Susan E-L

Dear Deborah, our thoughts are with you, Charles, Mimi and Percy. Some of my fondest childhood memories are of spending the night at your house and eating Aunt Mildred’s famous cooking. She was a joyous, wonderful woman that I was blessed to know. She left an indelible impression on everyone who met her. I hope that she and Mama, along with your dad and my dad, are enjoying a heavenly journey in the spirit world. Much love to all from Milton and me.

Deborah, we are sending love and prayers to you and your entire family. While I never met Mildred, I feel I know her because her legacy lives through you. 

Dean Prothrow-Stith and Family,
Sending you prayers for peace and comfort on this day and forevermore. Thank you for sharing this beautiful website with us. Your mom and my grandmother share the same first name.
Love ya, Angela

Dear Deborah and Family on August 7, 2020

We are thinking of you at this time. We were honored to have met your lovely Mildred. We love you guys and may God keep blessing all of you at this time.
                                  Frances and Chris Williams

Dear Deborah, thinking of you and family on this day. I am remembering the years of love and conversations with Mildred as Mimi and Zoe morphed from mischievous elementary school kids to the amazing professional young adults they are today. Mildred tucked our family under her umbrella of love and we will forever be graced by having her in our lives.
With much love to you all xoxo dianne & family

Remembering Mildred Boutin Prothrow – April 7, 1917 – August 7, 2019
Mom died on this day one year ago and I am immersing myself in memories of her love, beauty, grace, kindness, words of support and encouragement and life of 102 years. Of course, not a day goes by that I don’t think about her – my most prominent daily remembrances occur every time I look in the mirror : -) I could not have been more blessed than having her as my mother and I pray that all experience her kind of motherly love. Mom loved her family and friends dearly and I thank each of you for being in our lives. 
With Much Love, Deborah

A Poem Tribute in memory of 'Mama' Prothrow. To Deborah, Charles, Trey & Family...
             WHAT IF
IF WORDS OF POETRY COULD UNITE THE WORLD TOGETHER,
THEN LOVE AND PEACE WOULD BE ALL THAT MATTERS.

IF BULLETS AND MISSILES WERE TRADED. FOR A HAND SHAKE.
WHAT A GREAT CHANGE THIS WORLD WOULD MAKE.

IF ALL NATIONS WOULD AGREE
THAT WE'RE SISTERS AND BROTHERS.
THEN ALL HATE AND GREED WOULD BE SMOTHERED.

IF THE SPIRIT OF KINDNESS AND LOVE
WOULD ENTER INTO EACH ONE'S HEART,
THEN THE WHOLE WORLD WOULD. HAVE
PLAYED ITS MAJOR PART.

    UBUNTU

( a poem written by Creola G. Lucas, from her published book, "FOREVER THERE"


              

What an extraordinary life Mildred led. My one and only interaction was the night before (when she arrived) and at Perci's third birthday celebration in downtown Manhattan (at Scholastic, I believe) in October of 2012. I remember as being a force to be reckoned with and having such a great sense of humor.

I was thoroughly impressed that she would be sleeping on a double-height air mattress in Perci's bedroom in Trey and Quay's Brooklyn home. Her exuberance at Perci's birthday party was that of a healthy woman in her early 70's, not of a matriarch 90 plus years old.

She will be remembered for lifetimes to come. I imagine she's dancing in heaven, as we plod away on earth. Thank you for that brief encounter Trey, Quay, and Perci.

Blessings,
Mary Beth

Wow what a life! God has blessed your family for over 100 years!!!!!! Sorry for your loss, but sooo thankful that your family was able to have soooo much time with her,thus a lot of wonderful memories. May you and the family be strengthen by the love she instill in each of you. God bless each of you!!!... Sokoya

Dear Soror Deborah,

We are so very sorry for your loss. We are sending you our condolences, love, and prayers. We pray God is watching over you and your family during this difficult time. Ms. Mildred's soul will live on through you and all who love her.

Sending you our love and prayers.

Sincerely,
Your Psi Omega Sorors

Deborah, after hearing about your fabulous mother for so many years, many of us can't believe we hadn't actually met her - she has been such a vivid part of your life, and the community, everywhere you've lived. Thank you for this chance to read more about her life, and to see all the photographs of a long, rich life. You and Charles made the last part of her life a joy, and we can see it in these pages! All of our sympathy and love -- Molly

Wow, Deborah! What a life she led and what a role model for you and the other women in your family/circle. Sending much love to you and peace to your family in this difficult time.

Deborah and family -- What a beautiful tribute to a remarkable woman. I have only known Mildred through Deborah's stories -- and the light and love in her eyes when she told them.  Glimpsing Mildred for the first time in these photos, that same light shines through. Oh how proud she must have been of you!  Wishing you comfort in a lifetime of memories. Her name will live as a blessing always.  With love, Dana

I met Mildred perhaps 10 years ago at her daughter Deborah's home where she lived. We shared a beautiful dinner together. While I didn't have the honor of getting to know Mildred well, I could instantly see her impact of her beautiful extended family. What a gracious life well lived, so much good she brought to the world.

I only knew MIldred through her wonderful daughter Deborah. But I knew she was a force of nature and was the center of an amazing family. Her legacy lies in their lives, which demonstrate love and service.

What a loving, lovely lady!! I miss our almost daily chit chats and, for the last time, the sign off: 1 for the money, 2 for the show, 3 to get ready ( Ize ready); Go, Girl, GO. 
Thank God and the family for letting us share her.

Mildred (Mama) Prothrow lived a life of love and leaves that legacy as a great family inheritance. We are blessed to have shared in her life.

How you honor your mother by being the woman you are. 

Dear Deborah, Charles, Trey, Tony, Percy and Mimi -

Words pale in a moment like this – but watching the amazing photo essay of your lives with Mildred made it easy. Mildred - forever loved.

Deb you and family have so much to be thankful for she was a special lady and was well love by all The Tucker Family