Mildred Coney Hart

Dear Saints,

“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His Saints.”
Psalm 116:15

This notice of the Glorious Transition is as per the directive of  our Bishop & His Sister, Bishop Raphael O. Watson & Sister Serena E. I. Anderson.

The protocol of our great church directs the Adjutant General to release notices of Glorious Transition only after close consultation with the Bishop, and the family of the Mother Mildred Coney Hart.  With love and respect, we have held close communication with Bishop R. O. Watson and Sister Serena E. I Anderson, the children of Mother Mildred Coney Hart. 

God, who is omnipotent and omniscient, has summoned His Servant, Mother Mildred Coney Hart, to eternal rest. Mother Hart served as a beloved Servant of the Kingdom of God.
As a faithful Usher, Nurse, servant and bible scholar, Mother Hart was beloved, and endeared throughout her beloved City and Christendom. Her voice of wisdom was highly sought out and treasured in many affairs.

Biographical Reflections

"Come meet me in the garden, Lord

And take me by the hand,

The flowers are blooming all around,

And the trees are tall and grand...

A Life of Purpose

Celebrating

Faith, Love, and Legacy

A Life Begun: The Dawn of a Jewel's Journey

In the quiet town of Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia, the world was blessed with the birth of Mildred Coney, born to Booker T. and Annie Pearl Cooley Coney, August 10, 1948. Her arrival marked the beginning of a life filled with purpose, love and unwavering devotion from the very beginning. Mildred was nurtured in an environment of grace and guidance, building a foundation that shaped the extraordinary path she walked throughout her existence.

A Legacy of Love: Family Memories

Mildred shared her life with her adorable sisters, and loving brothers for seventy-six years, she was the eighth of sixteen children. She shared the joy of reflection, faith, and values of a mother with her loving daughters and son. Mildred's legacy will live on with her family for generations to come, admonishing a testament to the power of love and grace of God.

A Time to Excel: "Sweet Mil"

Mildred spent her childhood in Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia, and attended the public schools of Chatham County, preparing for her life's journey. She graduated from Alfred Ely Beach High School in 1967, and was a proud marching majorette. Mildred matriculated at Fort Valley State College (University), Fort Valley, Peach County, Georgia, majoring in Administration and Home Economics. "Sweet Mil" as she was affectionately known as, began her professional career as assistant manager at Kings Inn Lounge. In addition, she had also been employed with Council's Lounge and the Alley Cat's Lounge. She was the proprietor of Sweet Mil's, and after its closing, she continued at Cyraron's as an astute bartender and beverage blender. Connectionally, she was a staff member at Bynes-Royall Funeral Home, Savannah, Georgia, for multifarious years. Later in life, she continued her professional career as a home health care professional until her retirement, and lastly she worked as a foster grandparent at Hodge Memorial Day Care.

Sowing Seeds of Faith: Display of Pietism

In Mildred's aspiration to exhibit good Christian character, as a young woman, she joined Garvin Temple Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Lisbon Free. Later in life she followed the ministry of her son and joined New Greater Owens Temple under the leadership of Apostle W. B. Jefferson. She subsequently connected herself with True Love Baptist Church during the pastoralship of her son, Bishop Raphael O. Watson, serving in the hospitality ministry. She had a desire for biblical knowledge, and often attended bible study with her son. In her final days of elaboration, she reverently attended services with her son and the congregation at The New and Historic New Ogeechee Church, Incorporation, Chief Apostle Zinnia Williams.

A Time to Expand: Remembering the Times

Mildred joined the International Free and Accepted Modern Masons, Incorporated and Order of Eastern Star in 1968, of which she was a member of the Ada Chapter #23. She connected with the Rebecca Chapter #188, following the close of the Ada Chapter #23, and later transferred to the Jamillah Princess Chaper #185, having been a member for over twenty plus years.

In retrospect to mankind, Mildred served in various organizations, including the American Legion Post 500, Members Only Social Club, and Yamacraw Reunion. Remembering the times, Mildred's life of devoutness, and temperament touched the lives of many as she was guided by that special hand. Her warmth, strength, and unwavering commitment to her values, made her a guiding light to those around her.

Tears of Farewell: Family Members Remembered

Mildred was welcomed into eternal glory by her parents, Booker T. and Annie Pearl Cooley Coney, siblings, Pearl Lee Coney, Willie T. "Joe" Coney, Booker T. Coney, Mary Coney, Mary Magalene Coney, Barbara Coney, Nellie Coney Wright, an infant sister who died during childbirth, also a niece/nephew she raised, Maria Davis Simmons, and Joseph "Joby" Wright.

GOD in his divine sovereignty, dispatched his angels to receive his child, Mildred Coney Hart, January 24, 2025, Friday evening, in Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia. Our beloved mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend, now sleeps. She leaves a legacy of love, dedication, and servitude that will live on in the hearts of her family and all who were blessed to have known her.

OBITUS: Her Amorous Family

Mildred Coney Hart's rich legacy and cherishable memories will be lovingly remembered by her devoted and amorous family, her children and caregivers, Serena E. I. Anderson (John "Zi" Anderson), Candace Irvin, Bishop Raphael O. Watson, father of her children, Edward Irvin, granddaughter, Nicquaila D. Irvin (Alexander D. Thomas, Sr.), great grandchildren, Alexander D. Thomas, Jr., Alyse Ann R. Thomas, four adorable sisters, Annie Bell Joiner (Raymond Joiner), Dora Coney, Lavonia Coney Moore, Deborah Coney, three loving brothers, Antonio T. Coney, Dennis J. Coney, Sidney J. Coney, special sisters, Rose Campbell, Carlece Bostic, special friends, Lt. Col. Sylvester and Ivey Jean Brown, nieces she raised, Cheryl Wright, Pamela Wright, Linda

Wright-Mathis, Terri Wright-Johnson, goddaughter, Rochelle "Tookie" Joiner, special caregiver, Shawanda B. Cutter, and a multitude of other relatives, and friends.

Come, meet me in the garden, Lord

Bestow on me thy love,

Endow me with new hope, and peace,

And blessings from above".

During this time of uncertainty, we request continued prayers as well as acts of emotional and spiritual support for the family. 

It is with great honor, that Bynes-Royall Funeral Home Inc. will assist the Coney/Watson/ Irvin & Hart family, that her Church Family during this most difficult time. 

Necrological Arrangements 

Mrs. Mildred Coney Hart 

Lie In Repose: Saturday February 8, 2025, 12:00 3:30 P.M.  ~ Frank H.  & Frenchye M. Bynes Memorial Chapel (Bynes-Royall F. H.)

Visitation: Saturday February 8, 2025, 5:00 P.M. ~ 7:00 P.M.

New Greater Owens Temple Ministries 4011 Rockdale Street, Savannah Georgia 31405 

Apostle W.B. Jefferson - Presiding Prelate ~ Dr. Carolyn A. Eiland - Pastor 

Celebration Service of Victory

2:00 P.M. Sunday February 9, 2025

West Broad Seventh Day Adventist Church 2501 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Savannah, Georgia 31415 

Elder Kaggia Scott - Pastor 

"Her Earthly Bed of Rest"

Greenwich Cemetery 330 Greenwich Road, Savannah Georgia 31404 

“Blessed be the God, even the father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort.”
2 Corinthians 1:3

TIL THE TRUMPET SOUNDS,

We, the Bynes-Royall Funeral Home family and staff along with the Coney/Irvin/ Watson & Hart Family request your fervent prayers.

Her beloved family would like to thank everyone for the various acts of kindness extended to them. 

FOR ME TO LIVE IS CHRIST………AND TO DIE IS GAIN”

It is with prayers and grace that Bynes-Royall Funeral Home will assist the Family with the Celebration of Life services.

Final care and Service of Compassion are being provided to the Family, with Grace, Love, and Dignity by:

Historic Bynes-Royall Funeral Home Family and Staff

204 West Hall Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401

Tel: 912-233-2175 ~ Fax: 912-234-9343

Mr. Edward D. Musgrow - Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer

Owned and Operated by the Bynes Family

“A Ministry of Love, Comfort and Prayer”

PRECIOUS IN THE SIGHT OF THE LORD, IS THE DEATH OF HIS SAINTS. PSALM 116

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