Malinda Perdue

Malinda Perdue, 93, of Beaufort, SC, passed away Thursday, August 11, 2022. Arrangements are entrusted to Allen Funeral Home. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our tribute wall.

A memorial service for Malinda Perdue will be held at Tidal Creek Fellowship ( 290 Brickyard Point Rd Beaufort, SC 29907) on Friday, August 26, 2022, at 1 o'clock in the afternoon. 

I am Malinda, a proud mother, self-less grandmother of two (Kyron and Trinity), thoughtful mother-in-law (to Jonathan), a loving Stepmother to Martha Lee, a tender-hearted aunt to Bob and an aunt to Nae Nae (Cheron) and William Ligon, a best friend turned greatest confidant, a hardworking dedicated family supporter and a stylish and sassy mentor, who departed this earthly journey on August 11, 2022.
I blessed this world on August 24, 1928, as a beautiful, (yes, I said it…beautiful) precious angel (according to my mother) who was named Malinda. I was the only child born to Mae Queen Jones, 93 delightful years ago in Montgomery, Alabama. At the age of 18, I met and married the love of my life. Seventeen years later we created my first true love; the absolute joy of my life, CeCe.
“Honey”, is who I was affectionately known as by my family and close friends. I believe that my wisdom was evident in all the encouragement, patience, and divine guidance that I not only gave, but received as well. I often uttered, “The world was ours to explore,” and always reminded Sierra to, “Go out there.” I pushed Sierra to believe in herself, to dream often, and to be the best in all she does, and she did.
I was a person who often was compelled to have the last word and was hesitant and reluctant to stop. I realize, of course, that obituaries are written most often by family of the departed---or should one achieve fame, fortune or notoriety---by the media as well. Most obituaries then, either out of respect for the memory of the deceased, or fear of litigation, fall far short of candor. That will not be the case here. I suspect very few of you reading this notice knew me personally. You may merely be scanning my obituary out of boredom or morbid curiosity, like I used to do, for names or photos of people you may know, might have known, or have known of. And perhaps, mumbling a prayer; silently congratulating yourself, that you are not the one---not yet anyway---who has recently passed away. Perhaps you’re here to support my lovely daughter through this challenging time. Whatever the reason for your attention, I want to thank you for being here, and I hope to make your time worthwhile.
Instead of cataloging careers (such as in 1979, my husband and I launched Kreative Child Care business: adventures I have learned from my missteps, I have seen children grow and excel in their education endeavors from the fundamental education received thru our center. I received tributes and accolades from colleagues, or individuals I loved (I was blessed to have more than my share of each of these). Some of you are going to really miss my sparkling wit or wisdom; so, I will share a few of the big lessons I learned during my 93 eventful years on Earth.
1. A mother’s unwavering love can turn a very ordinary little girl into an extraordinary woman, that believes in herself. This causes me to pause and reflect on the first day I saw my perfect daughter, Sierra, who
Mrs. Malinda Perdue
“Time well-spent reflects a life well-lived. No empire lasts forever; no dynasty continues unbroken. Someday you and I will be mere legends. All that matters is whether we did what we could with the life that was given to us.”
in my eyes remains perfect to this day. 2. Making and keeping friends, like tending a garden, requires attention and effort, I hope I did that for some of you. Yet, doing so yields greater returns than anything else you will ever do. 3. There is no substitute for a good deed; but simply helping a stranger laugh or smile can lighten a load. 4. If your word is no good, chances are, you are not either. 5. Money is not a requirement for happiness, but having money allow you to focus your effort and energy in more important places that creates happiness. Enough really is enough; greed can hollow out the heart, even overthrow civilizations. 6. Time spent learning---anything---is never time wasted. 7. Waste is a sin. Those new guest room towels, the good crystal that will surely chip with everyday use, that ridiculously expensive jacket you bought as a joke during your travels, use them all. “Nice” may never happen; life is lived now. 8. Except people for who and where they are… 9. Happiness is not the result of what does or does not happen to you in your life, as much as your attitude about what does or does not happen, it’s a decision you make, every single day.
You do have something unique to offer to your piece of the world. Condemn convention or the critics and take a chance! Unfortunately, I did not know all these lessons all my life; some I paid very dearly to learn, or re-learn, but I do know that if I could live my life over, I would want these as my blueprint.
I am blessed to have the best daughter one could ever have, two wonderful grandchildren who reflects my DNA and all whom I love unconditionally.
I was preceded in death by my devoted mother, Mae-Queen Jones, loving husband of 64 years, John Perdue; beloved infant daughter, Sarah Perdue, treasured niece D’aira Ligon and my wonderful nephew Robert Moss.
As John drew near to death, he mentioned that all the big problems in his life could have been handled differently if he had observed only three rules: 1) Be who YOU are 2) Love what YOU have, and 3) Do what YOU can. My greatest regret is that I must now suddenly leave behind the light of my life, my loving beautiful daughter, co-adventurer for the last 59 years and caregiver for the last few years, Sierra Beale. Sierra, my Lynn, whom my mother affectionately called “Puddin”, I will always love you. How incredibly lucky I was to have you in my life and as my life.
Taking pleasure in reminiscing on all my loving memories, those that I lived for, laughed with and prayed for, my only daughter and light of my life who loved me unconditionally, Sierra; my son-in-law, Jonathan, who did the best he could with me, all of which I appreciate, but I had to have the last word, my two loving grandchildren Kyron and Trinity; my step-daughter Martha Lee Kidd; my adopted daughter Sarah, please continue to stand by your sister Sierra, I loved you as my own, as I know you loved me; special niece Cheron and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends too numerous and far-flung to mention.
I must go now, and to my family: Luke 1:37 says, “For with God, nothing shall be impossible”. If we as a family can put our trust in God, we can and will get through anything. While on the ride called life, you must take the good with the bad, smile when you are sad, love what you’ve got and remember what you’ve had. Always forgive, but never forget. Learn from your mistakes, but never regret. People change, things can go wrong, just remember the ridge goes on.
I want you all to know I may not be with you in body, but I will always be with you in spirit. You don’t even have to call; just know I will always be there. Until we meet again, stay strong and live a full life.
Love, Malinda.

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