Tribute

When I’ve Gone the Last Mile of the Way. Stella Ann was born in October 1943, to Frenchie Mae Morgan and Irving Carter in Los Angeles, California. She was raised in a loving household by her grandparents, Leta and George Bowie, alongside her mother, Frenchie. As the eldest of eight children, she took on a nurturing role early in life, caring deeply for her siblings. Stella attended school in Los Angeles, California. Stella was a fashionista. She put her love for shopping to good use and became a professional personal fashion shopper for women. She believed in supporting her community and was an advocate for civil rights. She demonstrated this by participating as an active member of the National Council of Negro Women and the NAACP. At the age of 10, Stella was baptized, marking the beginning of her lifelong devotion to faith. She was a passionate choir singer and soloist. In 2017, Stella relocated to Las Vegas Nevada with her daughter and son-in-law. Stella served the Lord as a missionary throughout her life. She served as a Sunday School Teacher, Wedding Coordinator, Teacher and Supervisor for the Young Ladies Auxiliary, providing food and clothing to those in need. Stella transitioned from her earthly life into her eternal life on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Stella was a woman defined by her love for family and friends. Stella's legacy is one of service, compassion, and unwavering faith. She sought to help others at every turn, offering words of encouragement, a song to lift the spirit, or simply her time and talents. She believed that if even one person was touched or uplifted by her efforts, then her life had not been in vain. Stella dedicated her life to being a vessel for God's work—not perfect, but always striving to be of service. She was profoundly grateful for God's mercy and felt blessed to know He loved her, every day of her life. In her final act of giving, Stella donated her body to science, ensuring that even in death, she could contribute to the well-being of others. Her soul now rests with God and her spirit remains with those who knew her. She leaves pus with a message of gratitude and a call to remember the good, forgive the bad, and trust in the promise of reunion in that great morning to come. Until then, she asks that God be with you all.

Friends & Family

William Cullen, William Cullen II, Aaron Cullen, Sonja Bankston-Cullen and Anthony Bankston