Mrs. Flora Edna Little

Flora Edna Little, lovingly known as ("Toodie"), was born December 25, 1950, the daughter of the late Rev. Henry and Flora Kellum. Flora is the eldest daughter of eight children. Shortly after Flora was born, the family decided to relocate to South Haven, MI. Flora accepted Christ at an early age. Her father Rev. Henry Kellum, was the pastor at Macedonia Baptist Church in South Haven, MI. Many people admired Flora's faith. She is a strong believer that as long as God sits on His Throne, anything is possible. At a young age, Flora's father placed her in piano lessons. While Flora played the piano, her siblings would gather to sing and the wooden floors would be shaking like crazy! She was a traveling sister, singing, directing, and uplifting the name of Jesus. Although she developed arthritis at the age of 18, it did not stop her. She was very athletic while growing up in the country. She would beat out her opponents in playing a game called "tether ball" nearly every time. She also loved to race her brothers and sisters, outrunning all of them! Because of this, her brothers and sisters would call her "chicken legs". They believed this is why she loved to eat chicken and always choosing the "leg"! She also could cook some food. In 1971, Flora graduated from South Haven High School. After Flora graduated from high school, she relocated to Kalamazoo, MI to pursue her education. Flora attended Davenport University, Western Michigan University and graduated from Kalamazoo Valley Community College with a General Clerical degree. While living in Carriage Green Apartments, Flora met Ernest Little through a mutual friend. They fell in love, united in marriage and raised three beautiful children, Vinson Kellum, Magnolia Ernestine Little, Joseph Kellum Little (the lovely husband to Nadia Little) and one of four of their grandchildren, Jayla Gill. Spending time with family is what Flora enjoyed the most. Flora enjoyed taking trips, fishing and bringing family peacefully together. Flora also enjoyed studying the bible and explained it very well. One of her favorite scriptures is Matthew 18:20, :For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there I am in the midst of them". Flora enjoyed babysitting her grandchildren and nieces. She also loved and enjoyed watching movies on the Syfy network, with her husband Ernest. They would have a "movie marathon" together, watching movie after movie. When Flora spent time thinking, she had a unique and noticeable habit of gently squeezing and tucking her ear. She would also softly squeeze and fiddle her lip with her teeth creating a unique sound. Only a few employers received the opportunity to be blessed by Flora. Flora held employment at the City and County of Kalamazoo, The Kalamazoo Gazette, Sears and Target Stores. She retired in 2014 and began travelling. On June 19, 2015, Flora was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer, stage IV. After being diagnosed, Flora had a short battle with this disease. Through this painful process, Flora never became discouraged. She remained strong, faithful and fearless. She would always comfort and assure her loved ones that she was "Hanging in there" and say "I am in God's hand's". Flora went home to be with the Lord, 11:10 a.m. on July 10, 2015 at Borgess Medical Center. Flora was a best friend to her husband, children, family, friends and always generous to other. She shared her love in countless ways and planted hope into many lives. "Toodie" you will be greatly missed by family, loved ones and friends--Until we meet again. Flora was preceded in death by her father, Rev. Henry Kellum; mother, Flora Kellum; brother, Ezra Kellum and one grandchild. Flora is cherished and survived by her husband, Ernest Little; sons, Vinson Kellum, and Joseph Kellum Little (wife Nadia); daughter, Magnolia Ernestine Little; granddaughters: Jayla Gill, Nia Little and Jada Little; siblings: Sirvaneous L. Kellum (wife Leona); Willie L. Kellum (wife Beverly), Henry N. Kellum (wife Linda), Theresa Bell-Sanders (husband Otis), Shirley Kellum-Rodgers, Thomas Kellum, Wendell Smith (wife Rebecca), Xavier Raymont Little, Denita Smith, Sharina Smith and Terry Smith. Also, a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

Mrs. Flora Edna Little

December 25, 1950 - July 10, 2015