Overseer Mattie C. Darden, 91, of New Haven, was called home from labor to reward on April 25, 2017. She was the widow of William Henry Darden.
She was born on March 24, 1926, in Philadelphia, PA, a daughter of the late Bishop Austin Atkinson and Lethia Johnson Atkinson.
Prior to retiring, she was employed at the former U.S. Repeating Arms. She was the Founder and Overseer of Agape Christian Center in New Haven.
Overseer Darden leaves to cherish loving and lasting memories, her daughter, Pastor Willa Moody; a brother, Charles N. Atkinson; sisters, Mary E. Joyner, Nora McCleese and Virginia Griffin; grandchildren, Barry Atkinson, Sheree Atkinson-Edwards, Rodney J. Russell, and Aaron J. and Darius D. Moody; nine great grandchildren; seven great-great grandchildren; her church family; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was predeceased by a son, Anderson B. Atkinson; sisters, Stella May Atkinson and Minnie A. Lewis; and brothers, Austin Atkinson, Jr. and Clarence R. Atkinson.
Overseer Darden will Lie-In-State on Thursday, May 4, 2017 from 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM at Agape Christian Center, 90-100 Goffe St., New Haven. Viewing will be held at the church Friday, May 5, 2017 from 5:00-7:00 PM with a celebration of her life and legacy beginning at 7:00 PM. Burial will be Saturday at 10:00 AM in Beaverdale Memorial Park.
Pastor Darden was a true leader and follower of Christ. She was a true woman of God. She was as Amazing woman. Now she is with the Lord.. Love you pastor Darden!
We send our condolence to Pastor Willa Moody and family and pray God strengthen you in your time of bereavement. Pastor Darden was our Pastor for many years and taught us God’s word and showed us through her living about holiness. Rest in peace Pastor Darden and receive your crown of life for fighting the good fight of faith. We love and will miss you and most of all we will see you again in Heaven. A true soldier and she loved and feared God. RIP
To the family of Overseer Darden,
May you find comfort in knowing that she is resting in the arms of her Father.
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted Matthew 5:4
You are all in our prayers
Pastor Betty Marks & New Growth Praise Center
Blessings and condolences from our family to yours.
God Bless You Family in the LORD we pray for the LORD he will SUPPLY.
God Bless the family
To the Family of Pastor Mattie A. Darden,
May The Lord continue to bless, comfort and keep you during this time of bereavement.
Just know that she is resting safely in the Arms of God, her Heavenly Father.
there is nothing that can prepare you for a loss like this.
god bless you all
The Edwards Family sends their condolences abd prayers to the Darden and Moody family on the loss of a great preacher singer and woman of God.
Earth has no sorrow that heaven and His Word can not heal…
Harriet, Joseph and Michael
Pastor Willa Moody and family, my prayers are with you during this time of your loss, that God will give you comfort and strength as you need it. My mom Novella and Cousin Mattie were truly friends and mom loved making those Hushpuppies for Cousin Mattie. With much love, hugs and prayers.
Extending deepest condolences to the entire family. May the Peace of God surround you and may He comfort you as only He can.
For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love which ye have shewed toward his name; in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister. Hebrews 6:10 KJV
Overseer Darden’s life of faith will continue to speak for her!
Praying,
Vicky Mariconde
Our condolences to the entire family of Pastor Mattie Darden. You are in our prayers and may God bless and strengthen you.
Love,
Robert & Ann Edwards
People With A Purpose Ministries extends our condolences to the Darden family. God bless you!!
Pastor Willa Moody and Family our prayer’s are with you all in the loss of your Dearly Beloved Mother & Pastor Mattie C. Darden. May the grace of our Lord and Savior strengthen, comfort and continue to united you in love with cords that cannot be broken in
Jesus Name! Love The Darden Family
Pastor,Willa Moody. Your in our thoughts and prayers. I KNEW YOU, AND YOUR MOM, To have known, her, was a great honor. Also to know you, as her seed, is greater.Keep The Faith, Trust God. We Love You.
Pastor Willa Moody, we send our condolences to you and your family for the loss on your love one. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always.
Pastor will forever be missed. My undying love for her will forever engulf my heart. Her teachings of the Word of God will reside within me forever.
I love you Pastor Darden.