Ceretha Lee Savage was born in Baltimore, Maryland on December 20, 1940 to her parents, the late George and Evenlyn Savage. after fighting a good fight and faithfully battling eith her health without complaint, our compassionate Savior saw fit to reward Ceretha with well-deserved rest and allowed her to fall alsleep on Friday, May 1, 2009 Ceretha was educated within the Baltimore city Public School System. She was employed for many years as a home health aide until she began to develop health problems. Known to all as "Reese"or "Tersa" she loved life and enjoyed living. Her greatest love was her love for her children and grandchildren. She also enjoyed cooking and sharing laughs with the family and friends. Ceretha is survived by: five sisters, Bertha, Candace, Anna, Shirldene, and Brenda; one brother, Donald; three daughters, Diane, Sandra and Charlette; two sons, William and Kenneth; two goddaughters, Patreese and Devona; thirteen grandchildren; son-in-law, Charles; daughter-in-law, mary a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceding her in death are: eight brothers, Elijah, Martin, George Jr., William, Gene, Morgan, Jerome and Grant; one son, Gerald; one great-grandson, Tyree; and loving friend, Charles Johnson.