August 12, 1934 - November 10, 2020
New Orleans, Louisiana
Please accept my sincere condolences to the Bridges Family for your beloved mother Lucille bridges and friend. May the love and the special memory you shared with your mom show how your life was touched by her. May the God of all comfort who is the hearer of prayers be with you in your time of need with his loving kindness and peace as He strengthens you to cope during this difficult time. May family, friends and extended family cherish her memories.
Posted by: Darlene - DC
Nov 28, 2020
Reading Ms. Lucille's obituary brought back memories of my education during the 60s. My parents, like Lucille, wanted the best education possible for me. I, like Ruby, was the only Black student in many of my classes. We had to endure a lot of unkind words. In some places today, the attitude of some has not changed. My educational experiences have made me determined to make sure that my son and my grandsons receive the best education possible. It has also embolden my resolve to do all I can to augment their education in whatever way I can. My salute to Lucille Bridges, a pioneer who gave her all to set a new educational precedent. True equality is yet to come. Until that time, we like Ruby, true admirers of Lucille Bridges, will hold our heads up high!
Posted by: Dee - FL
Nov 19, 2020
With heartfelt condolences to the family of Lucille Bridges. Her strong love for what is right and just for her child compelled her to courageously act in behalf of her daughter, against all odds. She inspired women after her to do similarly. May the God of all comfort strengthen you at this difficult time.
Posted by: A friend
Nov 18, 2020
With heartfelt condolences, from our family to the family of Mrs. Lucille Bridges. We thank God for allowing Her to have the courage to loan Her child to this country to make the changes needed to allow our children to get an education so rightly deserved. We believe Heaven is still smiling, rest in Heaven Mrs. Lucille.
Posted by: Julia Harris and Family - Union, NJ - friend
Nov 16, 2020
I offer my deepest condolences to the Bridges family. Lucille will be missed by all who loved her. She will always be remembered for her bravery, courage, strength, and for the way she escorted her daughter Ruby to school each day to comfort her. She will also be remembered for her dedication to her children’s education. However, not just her children, but she helped change a whole educational system for many children in years to come. Thank you, Ms. Lucille Bridges. Your legacy continues.
Please continue to cherish your good memories and may they provide some comfort for you. May prayers strengthen you and cherished memories comfort you. The God of comfort will give you the courage, strength, and peace to cope. May he comfort your broken hearts. — 23rd Psalm.
Posted by: A friend
Nov 16, 2020
Rest In Peace, Mrs. Lucille Bridges. You will always be remembered in the hearts of Americans. May God provide lasting comfort to the Bridges as they mourn your loss. We can all learn so much from your legacy. Thank you for having the courage and strength to make a pathway for equal rights for all citizens. Your bravery, your beauty and your leadership are remarkable! Rest in Peace always.
Posted by: Sharon L. - Sugar Grove, IL
Nov 15, 2020
Rest in Heavenly Peace, Mrs. Lucille Bridges! You will always be remembered for your dedication to make a difference in Ruby's education. You have paved the way! Ruby, you walked with sincere confidence when exiting the school. I have always admired your positive spirit and a recent television interview a few years ago! God Bless you and your Family
Posted by: Patricia G Parrish - Teacher
Nov 14, 2020
To: Ruby Bridges
You have my sincere sympathy in the loss of your mother. She packed your parachute in such a way that you were destined to undertake any problems life would throw your way. Our Father who art in heaven certainly blessed you with a courageous mother who continues to inspire mothers to help their children be all they can be.
Posted by: Terrie Gilliard-Bowens - Dayton, OH
Nov 14, 2020
Mrs. Lucille Bridges, what a kind and loving soul. How brave of you to send sweet Ruby to the all white school. That kind of courage is unimaginable to me. I thank you for your courage for you helped change out nation. Wow! Now that is something! Our friendship I will forever cherish and has been one of my greatest blessings. You indeed are blessed and highly favored. I will always miss you.
Posted by: Gwen Parker - Dallas, TX - friend
Nov 14, 2020
Lucille Bridges was a great Lady, in the simplest of ways. She was a mother who recognized the importance of Education and was determined to do what she could to ensure her kids would have access to that which would enable them to realize their full potential. To think there was a moment in history when that was deemed to be controversial is an important lesson for everyone who, like me, was unaware of many of the details behind the depiction of adorable young Ruby heading off to school under federal guard until just last week when it was recycled in some way to commemorate a new milestone for our nation. The Rockwell painting was obviously stylistic, the aggression and scene are documented, but only with a cartoonish representation of danger. The courage and determination of Ms. Lucille Bridges to confront a much more tangible threat and her motivation for doing so are awe-inspiring. I saw an interview where Lucille Bridges said something like her own education had been cut short but she wanted to what she could to make sure all young people were educated. I hope she realizes now that she herself, by her person, has delivered on that goal by educating many people young and even not so young by her example. Thank you to the Bridges family for allowing us to share in your Mother’s important lessons.
Posted by: Brion Hanlon - Friend
Nov 13, 2020
Thank you Mrs. Lucille Bridges. You raised an amazing daughter in Ruby. I had the pleasure of seeing Ruby, Friday, November 6, 2020 in our virtual New Jersey Education Conference. Your legacy will live on in her as she continue her quest to change the narrative as to how little Black Girls and little Black Boys are educated.
Posted by: Janice Williams - Piscataway, NJ
Nov 13, 2020
Forever in our hearts. An Icon of our history. Brave, daring, bold woman of courage, I honor you and know you are flying with the angels. I know the ancestors are rejoicing your homecoming! With much respect and love, thank you Mama Bridges!
Posted by: Penni Wilson - Inglewood, CA - teacher
Nov 13, 2020
I just want to Congratulate her fir her stedfastness, determination and bravery and allowing her little girl to go to school on that Famous Day, risking her life, in the name of Equality, and Justice for All people, and especially people of the Black Race! Now, she joins her daughter in a Restful Solemn Peace with God Almighty!! In Jesus name I Pray!
Posted by: Leola Canada - Atlanta, GA - friend
Nov 13, 2020
"She is clothed with strength and dignity; A woman whose speech is filled with wisdom and kindness; Her good deeds of shall bring her honor and recognition from people of importance" excerpt from Proverbs 31. Rest in Him Mother Lucille Bridges.
Posted by: ROBIN D RUSH, THE WELLSPRING CENTER
Nov 13, 2020
Being a teacher for 38 years, I could appreciate the story of Ruby Bridges and how this brave little girl entered school in a time of segregation. This picture represents any young person striving to get an education. I attended an all Black School and got a wonderful education from some of the best teachers. This was my inspiration to becoming a teacher. My role model was my cousin who lived with us and on becoming an educator, I knew this was what I wanted to do.
Posted by: Wanda Horner - Carmel, IN - teacher
Nov 13, 2020
While some people tend to make the world a hard and difficult place to live and thrive Others make the world a better place , making sure all are welcome to this bright blue spinning ball we all call " home " .
Well done Lucille . You presence and determination made the world a happier and better place
RIP sweet Lady .
Greg Williams
sfca
Posted by: Greg Williams - Student
Nov 13, 2020
May you rest in peace now. As a mother we are all fearful that we are doing something wrong. Second guessing ourselves that we are doing right. I dont know how you made it thru those worriesome days. but you did. May God bless you and your family for your courage to lead the way for all mothers. RIP
Posted by: Joanne Rivera
Nov 12, 2020
I want to say thank you and I also thank The Lord for you, your daughter and family. I was able to walk in doors that was freely because of what you and your family was willing to endure. Sadly, the fight is not yet over. We march on until victory is won. Take your rest Mrs. Bridges. You sure earned it.
Posted by: Hope - Hammond, IN
Nov 12, 2020
What a courageous soul! Mrs. Bridges and young Ruby, permanently altered public education in this country. We so admire and appreciate her great contributions to the Civil Rights Movement. We have lost a real champion, but we go on inspired by her memory. Our sincere condolences to her loved ones. Rest in Power Mrs. Bridges!
Posted by: Pat Shoukry - Parsippany, NJ
Nov 12, 2020
My condolences to the family of Lucille Bridges. Our new age of DIVERSITY started with Ms. Lucille Bridges outstanding & courageous pursuit of an education for little Ruby Bridges and the rest of us.
God Bless & Rest in Peace Lucille Bridges
Posted by: Joseph Souza - Norwich, CT - friend
Nov 12, 2020
November 12, 2020
Dear Family of Mrs. Lucille Bridges:
We would like to extend our condolences to all of you on your loss. Lucille seem to be a very extraordinary person. She will be missed by all those people whose lives that she had touched. She did leave a great legacy. All we can say is, "Rest In Peace, Lucille."
WITH OUR CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY, FROM, MS. VALINDA D. JONES, A MEMBER OF SIXTH GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 600 EAST 35TH STREET, CHICAGO,ILLINOIS 60616,AND ALSO THEIR PR PERSON, REVEREND DR. DAVID B. THORNTON, PASTOR, REVEREND DONALD B. REGISTER, PASTOR EMERITUS, AND THE MEMBERS OF SIXTH GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.
MS. JONES IS ALSO A FORMER MEMBER OF CHURCH MUSICIAN SHIP GUILD, INC. (1988-2008). THE LATE DR. MILDRED G. LEWIS WAS THE FOUNDER, AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. SHE WAS THEIR ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY, EXECUTIVE SECRETARY, AND PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR.
Posted by: Ms. Valinda D. Jones
Nov 12, 2020
November 12, 2020
Dear Family of Mrs. Lucille Bridges:
I am A Member of Sixth Grace Presbyterian Church, 600 East 35th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60616. I am also their Pr Person. Reverend Dr. David B. Thornton is the Pastor, and Reverend Donald B. Register is the Pastor Emeritus.
I am also A Former Member of Church Musician Ship Guild, Inc. (1988-2008). The late Dr. Mildred G. Lewis was The Founder, and Executive Director. I was their Assistant Administrative Secretary, Executive Secretary, and Public Relations Director.
I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathy to all of you on your loss. Lucille will be missed by all those people who knew, and loved her. Lucille did leave a great legacy. All I can say is, "Rest In Peace, Lucille".
WITH MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, FROM, MS. VALINDA D. JONES, OF CINCINNATI, OHIO. I USE TO LIVE IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS.
Posted by: Ms. Valinda D. Jones
Nov 12, 2020
