Bernie Mac Funeral House Of Hope Chicago August 16
Funeral services for Bernie Mac are scheduled for this Saturday at noon at the House of Hope at 752 E. 114th St. in Chicago. The memorial is open to the public. Mac died over the weekend after a long fight with pneumonia. Donations in the comedian’s honor may be sent to the Bernie Mac Foundation for Sarcoidosis, 40 E. 9th St., Suite 601, Chicago, IL 60605.
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On August 11th 2008, james wrote:
I JUST WOULD LIKE TO SAY TO THE MAC’S FAMILY IM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF MR.BERNIE MAC AND I WAS UPSET TO HEAR ABOUT HIM PASSING AWAY AND I WILL ALSO SAY THAT THE BERNIE MAC SHOW WAS GOOD I LIKE THE SHOW EVERY WELL AND IM SAD AS OF TODAY TO SEE A NICE MAN LEAVE THIS WORLD ALONE AND HE WILL BE MISSED A HOLE LOT WELL IM NOT ABOUT TO HOLD EVERYBODY LONG I JUST HAVE TO SAY THIS R.I.P. MR.BERNIE MAC AND YOU WILL BE MISSED A HOLE LOT CRY!!!!
On August 12th 2008, Kathy wrote:
Great videoof Bernie. I felt sad this morning until I watched Bernie again. This helped me remember both times I meet him and took photo’s after his concerts in Cincinnati, Ohio’s Music Hall. Yes, I agree he will be missed and his funny stuff will still be played over and over again when I need to lighten up and smile and when friends are over hanging out!
On August 12th 2008, sharon wrote:
R.I.P. Bernie Mac, I have and will continue to love everything you have done. Life should never have to end so early, you will truely be missed. My heart goes out to the MAC family and you are in my prayers.
On August 12th 2008, Sharon Marzette wrote:
TO BERNIE MAC’S FAMILY:
HE WAS TRULY A FUNNY MAN WITH SUCH A BIG HEART. I WOULD ALWAYS WATCH HIS SHOW “THE BERNIE MAC SHOW”.
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY AND ALL OF HIS CLOSE FRIENDS. OUR FAMILY JUST LOST A LEGEND IN MUSIC……JEAN WILLIAMS FROM “THE PLATTERS”. GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU. MAY THE GOOD LORD COMFORT ALWAYS, AND KNOW THAT HE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOUR SIDE.
SHARON MARZETTE
FRESNO,CA.
On August 12th 2008, Tamarcus wrote:
My regards go out to the Mac family. I have enjoyed B Mac for a lot of years now. The best time watching him is when I was in Iraq for a year. The laughter that he provided allowed me to forget that I was in a war zone while being entertained. Thanks
On August 13th 2008, alicia andrews wrote:
all the way from trinidad west indies we will miss u bernie love u best as dollar bill and kings of comedy
On August 13th 2008, Pam wrote:
May Lord strengthen you during this time of brievement, the word of
God Said in 1st Thessalonians 4:13,But Iwould not have you to be igorant, brethren, oncerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. For the Lord himself shall desend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first. Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. My prayer will be continually with you. Know that you are not alone. Trust in the Lord, He will see you through. Thinking of you,
Elder Fairley
On August 13th 2008, Wil wrote:
To the Mac family, in your time of lose I wish to extend my heartful tears.. He will be missed, but know that he is is now on the best stage ever. He is with the King of Kings.
On August 13th 2008, Nick wrote:
the great Bernie Mac will be missed so lets give one last final “WHO YOU WIT” -R.I.P Bernie Mac
On August 14th 2008, Lorenzo & Shelia Davenport wrote:
GOD BLESS YOU MAC FAMILY AND YOU ALL ARE IN OUR PRAYERS! MAY GOD COMFORT YOU IN YOUR TIME OF LOSE. KEEP LOOKING UP BECAUSE JESUS IN ALWAYS LOOKING DOWN , AS HE PICKS YOU UP AND OUT OF YOUR LOW DAYS! BE BLESSED IN GOD’S PRESENCE, WE PRAY FOR HIS GRACE FOR THIS DAY AND DAYS TO COME! KEEP YOUR THOUGHTS ON GOD, AND ALSO ALL THE GOOD TIMES THAT YOU ALL SHARED WITH THIS AWESOME GIANT! WE WILL SEE YOU AGAIN MR. BERNIE MAC IN THAT BIG CITY PRAVED WITH GOLD! REST MY BROTHER IN THE WINGS OF GOD’S ANGELS!
On August 14th 2008, Nakiba Smith wrote:
I would like to pay tribute to the family of Bernie Mac. He was an excellent comedian that had my family and I laughing on a many occasion. I have a 6 yr old niece that loves Bernie Mac and the Bernie Mac show and was in tears when she heard of his passing. I a a big fan of Mr. Mac and will miss his unapologetic way of saying what America was afraid to say. Thank you, Bernie. You are loved and will be missed dearly.
On August 15th 2008, angie and ophelia franklin wrote:
To the Bernard Jeffrey McCullough family we offer our condolences and prayers. May god bless you, Rhonda , Ja’niece and your family during this sad time. Hopefully sometime in the future Bernie Mac’s autobiography, Maybe You Never Cry Again will be put back in print and other folk can read his life story.
Prayerfully,
Angie and Ophelia Franklin Thursday 14 August 2008
On August 15th 2008, Kivali , In Kenya wrote:
who would have known the world would be less a man like Bernie . Forever our “american king of comedy”. Its been years of laughter and you go down having blessed us soo much with your “Bernie mac show”. No one is stepping in your shoes. You made it for of us in in Africa, Kenya and far and wide . You are in the wings of the angels and Our God . What less could comfort us. Rhonda , our tears will be wiped and He who created us is watching over , and where the will of God takes you, is where the Grace will bring you thorugh, if you continue to look up to Him. Rest in his Eternal Love Bernie till we meet.
On August 15th 2008, terri webb-harrison wrote:
To The Mac Family,
May God continue to bless and keep you in his care. My prayers will continue to be with the family. I feel your pain , Bernie will be missed
by millions of people all over the world. May you find some comfort in knowing that Bernie Mac was loved by many people Sincerely,Terri Webb-Harrison Browns Mills, New Jersey
On August 16th 2008, Tim, in Chicago wrote:
Bernie Mac:
Thanks for reminding men how to be men, with your unapologetic positive male energy.
Thanks for showing people how much they can build upon the foundation of good character.
Thanks for standing up for what you believe in.
And,
of course,
Thanks for all the great belly laughs !
God Bless You and Your Family,
Tim
On August 16th 2008, Tommy and Negial wrote:
We wish to express our condolences and prayers to Bernard Jeffrey McCullough family. Bernie Mac was a very talented comedian and one of our favorite comedians of all times.
R.I.P Bernie.
On August 16th 2008, stephanie wrote:
MAC MAN I JUST WANT TO SAY REST IN PEACE YOUR WORK HERE IS DONE YOU WILL BE SOARLY MISSED BY MY FAMILY AND MYSELF. I KEEP WATCHING THE BERNIE MAC SHOW SO I’LL KEEP YOU SAYING THAT WE USE AT MY HOUSE “O LORD. RIP MAC MAC AND MY SYMPATHY IS WITH YOUR WIFE RHONDA AND DAUGHTER. MAC MAN IT WILL NEVER BE THE SAME!!!!
On August 16th 2008, stephanie FROM DETROIT,MI wrote:
BERNIE MAC A PARTOF OUR HOUSEHOLD MY DAUGHTER LOOKSIS FORWARD TO LOOK AT THE SHOW TO SEE WHAT FUNNY THE MAC IS GOING TO SAYAND MY SELF TO; “OH LORD SAYING FROM THE MAC MAN HIMSELF WE WILL CONTINE TO USE . LORD PLZ TAKE CARE OF THIS ANGEL YOU SO GENTLY REMOVED FROM OUR PRESENCE. RIP BERNIE MAC AKAMAC MAN YOU ARE DEEPLY MISSED!!!!!!!!!!!!
On August 16th 2008, diane wrote:
i would like to sau how sorry i am for the passing of bernie, i live in nj. and everyone know how i loved bernie mac, he was a bad black man, and thre will be no other, rest in peace , my condolences to his wife and daughter.
On August 16th 2008, vivian m. wright wrote:
to the family of mr. bernie mac. may god give you peace in the mist of your storm. here in phoenix arizona, our prayers are with you, just know that god is a good god, and he will hear us when we cry. may god comfort you in this time of sorrow.
On August 16th 2008, Sylvia wrote:
My heart is broken. Each and everytime I see a picture of Bernie or read an article, my heart breaks a little more. Rhonda, I pray you will always remember what a wonderful man you had and that you return to full strength soon.
On August 16th 2008, Candida ATL, GA wrote:
Bernie you will be missed!!! We will always have you in our memories and you will always be in our hearts, Thanks 4 keep’n it 100…To the family, may God be with you all, he was truly a breath of fresh funny air. RIP Bernie!!!
On August 16th 2008, Vanessa Penn wrote:
I didnt know Bernie personally, but I heard he was a Great Family Man.
To Bernie’s Wife and Daughter, as you know earth has no sorrow that the heavens cannot heal.
R.I.P. Bernie- see you on the other side…
On August 16th 2008, Sandy B wrote:
To the Mac family. May God continue to comfort your heart, just remember God is only one prayer away.
Be strong for each othe
Sandy b
On August 16th 2008, Gloria wrote:
To the McCullough Family
May you find comfort in the Lord, Bernie was the greatest, his bright smile, his sense of humor, he will be deeply missed, we loved him in our household, everyone loved Bernie, he is gone, but never forgotten. May God continue to Bless each and everyone of you. Be strong, God is in control….R.I.P. Bernie, aka The Mac Man…
On August 17th 2008, kontina kelley wrote:
my heartfilled condolensces for the family of bernie mac. when i heard the news i cried on impact. my daughter asked, mommy why are crying. you acting like you knew him. the saddest thing was, it felt like i did. whenever i felt bad or depress and i needed that raw entertainment to put laughter in my heart. i called on bernie mac. let it had been the kings of comedy, the movie life or just watchin him on tv, it was like calling that one friend or family member that could make all the pain go awai loved bernie mac for that. he was man that fans could relate to. im sure heaven is glad to have one of its original kings back home. steve succeeded in performing before gospel fest without cussing, im sure bernie will do the same for the angels that came and blessed his soul. may you rest in peace mac man.
On August 18th 2008, Gloria Wilson wrote:
l loved Bernie Mac..When I turned on my computer Saturday morning and saw that he had passed… I just sat there staring.. That Friday, reports said that he was responding well to treatment!!! This really freaked me out!! Doing well one day and gone the next!!! The “who you wit” I like to say around my friends!! And he also has that special way of saying “tonight”" It also brought to light a disease that I had never heard of and might possibly have… When I called Kaiser to schedule a checkup, the receptionist told me that the phones had been ringing off the hook with people wanting info and scheduling appointments… My dearest sympathies go out to his wife and family!!!! We’re gonna miss ya !!! But we know who you wit now!! God Bless You!!!
On August 18th 2008, Jasper Family wrote:
Our hearts go out to the Mac Family. Even on a bad day Bernie could make you laugh and forget your problems. He will be truly missed but never forgotten. R.I.P. Bernie Mac.
On August 18th 2008, whit-whit wrote:
DONT EVEN KNOW WHERE TO START BUT TO SAY THE LORD IS OUR SHEPARD, AND THE MAC MAN IN WITH OUT FATHER AND I KNOW HE IS LOOKING DOWN WITH A BIG SMILE ON HIS FACE. HE BLESSED SO MANY WITH HIS FUNNY JOKES, BRIGHT SMILE, UNIQUE VOICE AND A WONDERFUL SOUL AND PERSONALITY. NO ONE CAN REPLACE THE MAC MAN. THERE IS SO KINGS OF COMEDY WITH OUT HIM. MAN I WAS WACTHING FRIDAY THE OTHER DAY TRIPPIN OFF THE MAC MAN AND HOW HE IS TRULY FUNNY. HE WAS A TALENTED MAN, AND TO LOOSE HIM AT A YOUNG AGE. THE MAC MAN WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN AND WILL ALWAYS KEEP LAUGHTER IN HOMES AND HEART. I WILL MISS U B.MAC!
On August 20th 2008, Julia Anderson wrote:
Bernie Mac was a comedic genius. Many people see comedians as simple funny men–people who tell a few jokes, make us laugh. It’s a lot more than that. Great comedy is full of creativity, originality and social commentary. It requires one to be on the lookout for new material, a writer, a performer and an actor–a jack of all trades. Bernie Mac excelled in all these fields.
Bernie Mac was born in poverty and worked in a variety of arduous jobs before he got his break. He received this break not because of luck but due to the undeniable fact he worked hard, honed his craft, and possessed the comedic genius to get noticed. And after that break he just grew and grew.
Like a lot of people, I discovered him from watching the Kings of Comedy. He was something else, wasn’t he? His comedic genius, mannerisms, and ability to work the crowd cemented his place amongst the comedic giants I’m sure he idolized as a child. You’ve reached the top too soon my friend. Thank you for all of the laughter and joy you’ve brought in my life and those around the world.
Julia,
Toronto, Ontario
On August 20th 2008, laverne tisdale stl.mo wrote:
to the mac. family
On August 20th 2008, laverne tisdale stl.mo wrote:
the MAC. because there is ONLY ONE!!!!! will be deeply missed. I LOVE YOU BERNIE!!!! YOUR FAMILY IS IN ME PRAYERS!!!! WE MISS YOU!!!
On August 21st 2008, LANIECIA MORTON wrote:
R.I.P BERNIE MAC. I STILL LOVE YOU. IM PRAYING 4 THE MAC’S FAMILY. ALL OF US GOT 2 LEAVE THIS WORLD DONT KNOW WHAT DAY. I STILL WATCH YOUR SHOWS,BUT IT JUST DONT SEEM LIKE BERNIE MAC DIED. I PRAYING 4 THE PEOPLE THAT PLAY IN HIS SHOW. I KNOW THEY REALLY BROKE DOWN. BERNIE U STILL WILL BE IN MY HEART NEVER FORGOTTEN.R.I.P ISAC HAYES HAVEN’T FOR GOT YOU!!!GOD BLESS YOU IT JUST DOESN’T SEEM LIKE BERNIE MAC PAST AWAY. I STILL WILL LIKE YOUR SHOWS THAT U PLAYED IN ,ESPECIALLY FRIDAY WHEN U SAID. THE LORD IS MY SHEPARD. HE KNOW WHAT I WANT MS.PARKER,MS.PARKER. LOVE YOU BYE-BYE!!!!!!!!!! IT’S SO HARD TO SAY BYE-BYE
On August 21st 2008, LANIECIA MORTON wrote:
LOVE, MASON TN