Sunrise: Saturday November 12, 1960 Sunset: Thursday March 7, 2024
It is with profound sorrow and hearts laden with grief that we share the somber news of the passing of our cherished mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and grandmother, Emelia “Fifi” Dent, on Thursday, March 7, 2024, in Marietta, Georgia.
Fifi, a name tenderly bestowed upon her, now rests along with her departed sisters, Edna Dwimoh-Parola (2018) and Sue Dwimoh (1995).
In the wake of her departure, she leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories, survived by her devoted husband, Thomas H. Dent; her sons, Tom Fito Dent and Naddy Ricky Dwimoh; her daughter, Emelia Ossai (Henry); her mother, Nellie E. Dwimoh; her father, Samuel Z. Ellis; and her adoring grandchildren, Emma M. Cole, and Wilson Gala Jr.
Among those left to mourn are her sisters, Evelyn M. Dwimoh, Emily Etta Dwimoh, Madeline Ellis, & Vivian Ellis; her brothers, Edward Dwimoh (Geraldine) ,Orlando Ellis, Chistopher Ellis, Abraham Ellis, Napoleon Ellis,& Richard Ellis; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and a multitude of other relatives and friends.
May her soul rest in eternal peace and may the cherished memories of Fifi provide solace during this difficult time.
Visitation: Friday, March 29, 2024, 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Hanley-Shelton Funeral Directors 473 Lawrence St. NE, Marietta, GA 30060
Funeral Service:
Saturday, March 30, 2024, 11am
South Cobb Church of Christ
1776 Clay Rd. SW
Mableton, GA 30126
Interment:
Mt. Harmony Memorial Gardens
581 Veterans Memorial Hwy
SE Mableton, GA 30126
Repass:
San Francisco La Hacienda Banquet Hall
1906 South Cobb Drive
Marietta, GA 30060
Contacts for the family:
Thomas H. Dent (Husband) 404-819-5039
Tom Fito Dent (Son) 470-421-4138
Emelia Ossai (Daughter) 813-359-3119
Edward Dwimoh (Brother) 301-455-6955
Evelyn Dwimoh (Sister) 301-254-5620
Direct Contributions to:
Cash App: Tom Fito Dent – $Royaltyinvestments85
Zelle: Tom Fito Dent – 470-421-4138
Zelle: Edward Dwimoh – 301-455-6955
Cash App: Edward Dwimoh – $edwarddw19
Discounted accommodations for bookings from March 28, 2024 – April 1, 2024:
Courtyard Atlanta Lithia Springs
Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Lithia Springs
895 Bob Arnold Boulevard
Lithia Springs, Georgia 30122
Courtyard: (770) 635-6500 | Fairfield: (770) 635-6600
Rates:
Standard Rooms at $105.00 ($125.75 inclusive of taxes and fees)
**Please note- breakfast is included in the rate
Group Name: Dent Family Room Block
Fairfield’s Presentation: https://mi.bookmarriott.com/view/6900
Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta West/Lithia Springs
110 Interstate West Parkway
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
T: 770-949-8980 Ext. 4004
Reservation Key: DENT FAMILY
Book Here: Reservation Link Book by March 22, 2024
Rooms and Rates:
1 King Bed – $129.00
2 Queen Beds – $139.00
