Precious Broadnax Obituary

My heart goes out to the Broadnax

And now it is 11 years later. The hole in my heart yet remains but the smile that comes from precious memories of you is easier. Continue to RIH. See you in that great getting up morning!

Johnnie, May love lift you and keep you as you remember dear Precious. God will sustain you and your siblings and ease the brokenness.

Nina White, Frazier, Orldando, FL

So hard to believe that you have been in the presence of our LORD for a year now...and I still think of you every time I walk into Abrams Elementary School, where you led and modeled for staff and students everyday. We love and miss you so much! Enjoy your plce in eternity, and I imagine you singing and praising our Savior with the angels! Thank you for your love and guidance!

Im so prayerful for the Broadnax and Iglehart family. My prayer Sis Johnny Iglehart is that your entire family will heal and soar like the eagle as you continue to worship praise serve and believe God in the beauty of holiness. Dont give up but give into His Goodness and most of all His faithfulness. Amen

Time may heal my broken heart, but it will never erase the memory of my big sister and dear friend Precious. I shed yet another tear today thinking of her. No one can or will fill the hole in my heart that her passing has left. I endeavor to make it to heaven, not just for my own soul sake, but to once again rejoice with you in eternity. Until we meet on the other side......

So sorry to her about Precious.

This past year has been very very different because I have had to learn to accept a sibling circle that is broken. I cannot express how the moments of 'remembering' have become so precious of Precious. My consolation is that she is in a better place.

As I look back over the years and remember Precious... Truely that's what she was a Precious friend... Thank you God for a life well- lived, but cut to short...

I just found out today. You were my daughters first principal. You taught me how a principal is supposed to be and gave my daughter the love for learning she has obtained. The little kindergartner you acquired is now graduating into 6th grade a very intelligent child. Thank you for touching so many lives and for making the school we started our love of education wonderful.

You will be missed and I know your in your heaven and enjoying eternal glory. You are a godly woman and romodle who will be missed. You did right by god, family, and community. I will let many people out there know how god, family, and education. I am glad that god, Jesus, and heaven's angels were there in your final hour. I and my entire family will keep your children,the entire Inglehart Family, Broadnax Family, COGIC Family, Dunns, and extended family in prayer always and forever!

Words cannot express the shock and grief when I heard of the death of Dr. Broadnax I was a Substitute Teacher in her classroom , I knew her as one of the greatest female Organist I know, as a Sister in Christ in COGIC, A mentor she was the last one to speak at Faith Academy Christian Colorado where I was Administrator in 2006 when I closed the school she spoke to the Graduates and encouraged them further their Education we presented her a Placque reminding her how Precious she really was she was thrilled and called me to thank me for inviting her she was honored.Your legacy will live on god bless your family. Dr. Clara Lofton Walton Athens Georgia

I worked with Precious in District-11. We talked many times and prayed together a few times also. We also laughed together quite often. She was a sister in Christ and worked so hard for children. I know she is in a great place now receiving her rewards.

Precious and I were classmates in our early years at G.W.Carver High School. I was so saddened to hear of her passing. God's blessing on her family and friends at this time.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Precious will be greatly missed!I was going down memory lane when we use to have joint fellowship and we would fellowship with one another. Always enjoyed seeing one another at the district meetings, convocations etc. Always enjoyed the Igleharts singing. Such an annointed and educated family. You are in my thoughts & prayers. Love, Mae Dell

My mother informed me today that Precious had passed. While the Iglehart cousins are scattered across the country, we share a history of growing up together in Waco. Yes, we have drifted from each other, but the passing of one affects us all. My thoughts and prayers are with her immediate and extended family.

I was really sadden to hear of the passing of a "Sweet Spirited Saint" in the name of Precious Iglehart Broadnax. Dr. Precious Broadnax was one to touch your heart and spirit even as a young woman back in the days when we were mere school girls at G. W. Carver. She always had a 'sweet spirit' about her and I know her legacy as an Educator, Wife, Mom, Sister, Aunt shall live on in the memories of all her love ones. The word tells us that to be absent from Man is to be present with the Lord. My condolences for the Iglehart & Broadnax family.

I would like to express my love for the Iglehart family and their devoted Christian lives. I know God will craddle Precious and guard her soul. Her family has always been devoted to COGIC and Precious was an offsring of that devotion.
God be with you in this time of sorrow and hold on to His unchanging hand.

Ed Echols Waco Texas
Member Of The Carver High Family

Presh was the baby that got bumped from the nursery by the birth of Tina. Without envy, we always dubbed her as the 'pretty one' of us. I'm flattered that so many people think we look alike. My sole comfort for such a loss @ this time is the truth that we'll be together again in God's tomorrow.
Jan

"I was saddend to hear of Ms. Broadnax's passing - she was a great woman. I'm blessed to have had the opportunity to have met Precious during my time in Colorado. My condolences to the enitre Broadnax family but I know she's in a better place now...
Babara Gilliam(Barbara Roane)

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I met Precious Broadnax a few years ago at an Edison Principals' conference when my school was drafted into the Edison Alliance. By her words and actions, she convinced me of the value Edison training would bring to me and my school staff. I admired her accomplishments as a principal and appreciated her warmth, humanity, and the joy she brought to her work. Our Father took her home and when she met Him surely He said "Well done, good and faithful servant." Precious Broadnax will be missed - but her legacy of facing and overcoming resistance to the goal of educating all students will endure.

I sincerely extend heartfelt condolences to my pastor the Globe's Most Awesome life coach,his lovely wife, sister Joanne and the entire Iglehart and Broadnax family. I speak Restoration and the peace of God which surpasses all understanding to your spirits. Be empowered with the Word of God and know that there are brighter and better days ahead. There will be days of rejoicing and when we all SEE JESUS we will SHOUT THE YES LORD VICTORY. Just recieve the Peace of God and allow it to embrace your mind body and spirit in Jesus Name. My prayers for strength and endurance are with you always. In Great progression I remain:Her Eminence Lady Jaguar of Southern University Baton Rouge. Continue to be blessed of the Lord.

I was saddend to hear of Ms. Broadnax's passing - she was a great woman and teacher . I'm blessed to have had the opportunity to have Ms. Broadnax in my life. My condolences to the enitre Broadnax family but I know she's in a better place now

Precious words cannot say how much you will be missed and the times we shared together from the laughfter to the sadness, yet we always manage to find that silver lining to brighten each other day during a hard time. I think one of the most thing I'm going to miss that we shared, is the telephone calls and e-mails that came right on time when we both needed them and for some reason they were never late in coming. Even though you may be gone, you will never be forgotten and you will alwyas have a special place in my heart.

God has called an awesome woman into his Kingdom. I will miss Sis Precious, so much. She was a wonderful friend and I looked forward to her presence in your Sunday School class and listen to her thoughts. I miss her sense of humor, singing, and just her presence. May God Bless the Inglehart/Broadnax family.

May God give U strenth to pass beyond the grief and eternal happy memories of the pass to continue.

wow, it seems like jus yesterday back at New creation when i used to watch u play the piano during worship...some where in the middle of that u'd always throw me a wink. u will truely be missed. resi in peace sis.precious...ure forever in our hearts.

To: The Broadnax Family

Yours is a grief – the depth of which we cannot possibly know. Yours is a sorrow that we cannot begin to fathom.
But through it all, we come to offer you our feeble words of consolation.
Dr. (Missionary) Precious Elaine Precious Broadnax was a woman of intelligence, integrity, professionalism and unbounded courage. Her faith in God was unmovable. In the quietness of her home, she knew that – in His own set time - would work everything out!
She knew that if God was ready for her to come home – in His own set time – He would say when!
And sometime last week, God said in His own set time, “My child, I am ready now for you to come home.”
He said to Death “Go yonder Death – bring Me My Servant, but this must you hear – lift her gently – she must feel NO more pain – lift her gently – she has Heaven now to gain”!
Then God turned to the wind and said “Wind – do not blow – My servant is coming home and no chill must she know”!
Then God turned to river Jordan and said “Jordan check your flow – flow gently Jordan, till my child servant reaches shore”.
Then the winds ceased to blow and the rain ceased to fall and nothing happened in the elements at all – and a great quiet prevailed – yes – on the earth and the sky and even in the briny deep.
And God looked down and smiled and His servant Precious – went to sleep!

To the Iglehart & Extended Families: May the Lord of all comfort and peace be with you individually and collectively according to that which is needful. I share fond memories of the Iglehart Family while they resided in Waco, Texas. My prayers of condolences are extended to you.

God has called his "Angel" home...U will be so missed on earth...

You will be missed. I remember sitting in the stands watching our kids play ball at FFCHS. My boys remember you and you caring soul (Albert, Nicholas, Joshua martinez)

I had the honor of working with Precious as principals in the Edison system. Precious was focused, dedicated and inspirational. As a friend, we shared laughter, crazy stories and the sense that our work mattered. I will remember her fondly and thank the Lord for the blessings she brought to my life.

To the family, Evangelist, Dr, Missionary, Sister, Precious Elaine Iglehart-Broadnax has reached her final destination, which is in heaven. My family and I are truly going to miss her here on earth. She was such a great inspiration to all of us and she gave us a wealth of knowledge spiritual and natural. We are crying and rejoicing at this moment. We are crying because we miss her, but we rejoice because she is in heaven completely healed from pain and sorrows. I encourage you to be strong in the Lord and allow Him to give you peace and rest.

In Honor of a Great Woman of God - - Dr Broadnax,- - Well Done, Good & Faithful Servant

I will miss you so much. she has been my mother since my mom has been gone. She was my sound spiritual advice. My family. I know that God needed her more. She is definately in heaven. Our angels always go home first.

Sister Broadnax was a wonderful principal, woman of God, and friend. She was the one that I would enjoy seeing the most when I went to church. I loved it when she sang and spoke. She brought so much life to the Israelite Church and I will miss her greatly. I'm sad that she met such a tragic end, but I hope her pain no longer exists where she is now. She's brought so much happiness into this world, but now it is time for her to rest. We'll all miss you.

u were one of a kind Sister BrOADNAX, WOW SUCH AN INSPIRATION TO ME.

A powerful woman of God! You will forever be in our hearts. Thank you for your words of wisdom. We will love and miss you. May the Lord continue to strengthen and keep your loved ones.

Precious and I were childhood friends from Waco, Texas. I was so elated when we reconnected our friendship in 2010.I have so many fond memories of our childhood and the bond we shared. The Iglehart family was such an Inspiration to be around, all of them were talented in singing, and musical Instruments. I am so proud of her accomplishments as an Educator,true and loyal to her family and friends. Well...Precious Elaine, I'm not going to say goodbye, but see you later. My prayers are with Nicole, Michael, Matthew, and the entire Iglehart/Broadnax family. May the power of the Lord be with each of you.

I was Precious' secretary during her tenure at Abrams Elementary School. To say that she was a mover and a shaker was a definite understatement ~ she got the job done! She had such a wealth of knowledge when it came to educating kids ~ and her mantra was that we always do right by the kids. But her face never lit up more than when she was speaking of her own kids ~ she was so proud of her children. Many memories have been flooding back the last few days. Precious probably gave me the single best piece of advice that I've ever been given, and for that, I will be forever grateful. My heart is heavy for our loss here on earth, but we WILL see you again!! Rest in peace, Precious. You have certainly earned it.

Thank you so much Precious for being my inspiration. You helped me grow as a teacher, and you showed me that there was so much more out in the world of education. Thank you for guiding me, listening to me, but most importantly, thank you for allowing me to be myself. I will forever miss you. To the Broadnax family, we will continue to pray for your strength and courage. May God surround you in his love and grace.

Thanks for nudging me in the right direction, Precious. You always thought of the success of others.....

Precious Elaine,your heart-giving gift to all whom you have touched is an example for all of us to attain. Thank you for being on this earth. Walk in the light toward home...

Precious,
You are a woman of God and a friend to mankind. You inspired so many. Your drive took you to great heights in education. All of your efforts helped children. Thank you for your friendship and the opportunity to assist you in your doctorial research- It was fun! I thank you for allowing me to shine by letting me share my knowledge with the staff at Abrams. That made me a better teacher. I will never forget what you said at my retirement “How can you ever replace a Karen McKinney?� Then you giggled and said we can't, that there was no one quite like me (was that a compliment? LOL). Now you are with our Lord and I ask “How can we ever replace you?� We can't , there is no one quite like you. Rest in His arms my friend. We will all be with you one day.

"I always looked forward to attending the Edison conferences to have my mentoring discussions with Precious. I do believe I learned more about my craft and myself from her than the conferences themselves. They will never be the same without her guidance and advise. My prayers go out to her family."

To Dr. Precious Broadnax's family and friend, how wonderful it is to hear all the kind words of comfort and precious memory of her work her on earth, for a minute it sounded as if you were speaking of my pastor's wife her sister Janice, to me they had twin spirits, though miles separated them, they loved each other dearly, Sis. Craig we hold you closley in our prayers.

Precious will always remain in our hearts. She selflessly served her family, her church, her colleagues, and the children in her schools. We are fortunate to have known her and will think of her often. Precious embodied what is right and good. We will miss her.

I first met Precious as a young teacher in the early 80's as we taught together at Freedom's Trail Elementary School. She was a great support to me in those early years. Later she became my principal at Abrams Elementary School and pushed that very special 4th grade team until we excelled and were honored with a blue ribbon award in Washington D.C. where we roomed together and celebrated our achievement. Our paths have crossed off and on since then and we would reconnect and laugh. She is gone too soon from her earthly life and will be missed. Her legacy will live on in the many students whose lives she touched and the many educators she influenced. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.

I had the honor of teaching alongside Precious for several years at Jordahl. She was a dynamic, gifted teacher who was at her best in front of a group of kids. She did good work and changed lives. My heart and prayers to Michael, Nicole and Matthew.

Dr. Broadnax was one of the toughest principals I'd ever worked under, but due to how much she pushed me as an educator my career has blossomed ever since. She is the reason I received endless hours of training and went on to be a trainer myself in the area of writing. My career has never been the same and I was blessed to have been held accountable by her so early on in my career as a young, inexperienced teacher. Years later I one day took the time to write her a long e-mail thanking her for making me so mad at times, but really seeing the value I had as a teacher and how I could become better and for pushing me so hard. I saved her e-mail back to me as her words were so kind and so sincere. She said she only pushed the best teachers to become better. I learned to teach bell-to-bell from her- never waste a minute of instructional time. I learned to hold myself accountable for what I really was teaching and WHY I was teaching it. I'm so thankful today as I read this that I did take the time out of my busy life to thank her for all that pushing because it really has paid off for me tenfold! My heart is heavy that she died too young, but she is in a better place. I learned a lot from her for sure and will always remember her. God bless her family at this tough time. She is at peace.

Dear Precious: words cant express the saddness and empty feeling and shock of your passing, You left this world much more before your time. . you left a hughe impact on so many lives and made a difference in this world. You were an inspiration to me in so many ways. I enjoyed your company in all the years at Roosevelt Edison as a Boss and a friend and still when you moved on to CDE. You will be greatly missed. It is with great regret that i have to say Good bye my friend

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Precious Broadnax. It was my extreme pleasure to earn my doctorate with her and although I had not seen her in over a decade, my world is less bright in learning of her passing. I was made aware of this sad news by another member of our doctoral cohort, Dr. Rod Blunck. We have fond memories of our Saturdays in Colorado Springs and a wonderful Summer Institute in Ft. Lauderdale with Precious.

With Deepest Sympathy, Dr. Chris Fiedler

As a new School Nurse, I was led by Precious with such wonderful professionalism, support, energy, and mutual respect. Precious was a wonderful mentor and loving leader for me as we served our students & families. I pray for her family as they face this difficult time, but please know that she walks those streets of gold, in a place we can only await to share with her. God bless you all, and know that for her to be absent from this imperfect earthly body is to be shining in the presence of the LORD. I will never forget you, Precious, as your work here on earth is done, you will be greatly missed, but your memory will not be forgotten.

My heart-felt sympathy and prayers for the family of someone I knew as a colleague and inspiration. Dr. Broadnax epitomized the Spirit of love and dedication to her students. I will sorely miss knowing she is not among us, but rejoice in knowing that she is among the angels watching over us.

I had the pleasure of working as a teacher under Dr. Precious E. Broadnax a few years ago. I will always remember her passion for learning and teaching. She challenged both students and teachers to reach higher heights. She was tough, but compassionate when needed to be. She was my mentor and one of the most effective administrators I've ever worked for. She challenged me as an educator and a woman of faith alike. My heart is heavy knowing that she is no longer with us, but I know that she is among GOD's body. I wish her family well and will keep you in my prayers.

Dear Nicole and family,
Know that my thoughts are with you at this sad time. Your mom was one remarkable woman!!

Precious was an inspiration to me and so many others. She will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Precious brought her grace, wisdom, knowledge, leadership, undying push for achievement, and amazing sense of humor with her to her role at the Colorado Department of Education. She was able to share all of this with those of us fortunate enough to call her a colleague and a friend here in the department, but more than that, she was able to share it with districts across Colorado. The department was fortunate to have her and the kids of Colorado have benefitted from her short time here. It is difficult to express how much she will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and many, many friends at this time.

Gone far too soon, my friend.

I never had the pleasure of meeting you but heard of your great work from my Colorado colleagues. I offer my condolences to the family. We need to believe that she is in a better place waiting for us to go home someday. Have a blessed day.

Precious lived up to her name. She was one of the first smiling faces that I met at a national EdisonLearning conference. She welcomed me as a collegue, though she knew nothing about me. Precious was always interested in my thoughts, though I knew she was much wiser than I. Though I had not seen Precious for some time, I will never forget the impact she had on my life.

Precious as she was rightly called was a childhood friend and our families played, sang and prayed together. My memories were early childhood and I didn't get the opportunity of seeing her in her adult life. To all of your siblings Johnnie,Rayford,Janice and Melonie, and to all of your children, I sincerely extend my my sympathies and condolences. My love and prayers, Nina D. White

It was a pleasure to work with you, Dr. Broadnax - such energy, spirit and wisdom. You will be greatly missed by family, friends and colleagues.

Although I never met this amazing lady, I have had the privilege to know her son Mike and his extrodinary gift of reaching kiddos who need him so much!
Now I know the rest of the story ...
Thank you Lord for your Love and folks you send it with!
Karen Jan Knabe
Grateful Mama
Woodland Park, CO

thought My sis and I only knew you for 3 weeks during our fellowship at Israelite COGIC, I will always remember how you welcomed my sis and how you said that you enjoyed our singing and that it brought back memories..Wow...I was soo honored..the family and love ones are truly in our Prayers

Precious had an impact on everyone she met. We will deeply miss the wisdom and humor she brought to our office. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Praise to God this is not good bye but merely "see you later" My friend Precious was indeed a lady of great class, conviction, dedication and spirituality. I will miss our theological conversations, and the encouring words you always had for me and ministry. Rest in peace my friend.

My condolences to you and your family! Sister Broadnax will be greatly missed. What she added to teaching in the work force and especially in the ministry will hold its own void however many will continue to benefit from its power.

My prayers are with you,
Missionary Conita Smith

Precious, dear Precious, what sadness engulfed my heart when I learned of your transition. I did not want to believe it. I had hoped it was a rumor. But our God, the God you knew so well Dr. Broadnax, my sister, friend, and co-laborer in the gospel, is sovereign. I will miss you and your warm embrace and your sweet smile when I visit our beloved church, Israelite COGIC.
May God continue to strengthen your children Nicole, Michael, Matthew, your lovely grandchildren, and your many children you gained through your professional path. You were a very remarkable, amazing, candid, multi-talented, humorous and intellectual woman. Now take your rest, it is well deserved!!Thy good and faithful servant.

She will truly be missed this wonderful and lovingly lady. She was and inspirations to me. I am so sorry for you lost.
love
Gloria Vidal

Dr. Precious Elaine Iglehart Broadnax was a woman of intelligence, integrity, professionalism and unbounded courage. Her faith in God was unmovable. We will miss her greatly.

McKenzie Family

May God be with you. I will never forget the strength Dr. Broadnax taught me to use in my teaching. I will miss her deeply, but never will forget the inspiring legacy she leaves.
She will be in my prayers.
Grateful Teacher

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

A powerful force in the field of education, Dr. Broadnax leaves a legacy of leadership and motivation. May God have His arms around your family and bring you peace in the coming days. I will never forget her lessons.

The staff, students, and community of Roosevelt Edison Charter School have a great respect and admiration for Dr. Broadnax.

As she lead our school as principal for 5 years, she devoted herself to the training of both staff and students with tireless dedication. Even as she had an educational leadership position at the Colorado Department of Education last year, she greatly impacted our lives and leaves a lasting impression that inspires us to be our best.

Thank you for your support, love, and impact.

With love and respect,
Lance D. Howard, RECS Principal

Words cannot express my feelings for the loss of my big sister. I will forever carry in my heart all the memories we shared of laughing, talking, crying, praying. My matron of honor, my confident, my hero. There was so much to be proud of and admire about my sister. I won't say gone too soon because she accomplished more in 56 years than most who lived longer. She just had an early arrival to her final heavenly destination. She truly finished her work here! much love and my heart felt condolences to Nikki, Mike, Matt, Anya, and Jathan. And god shall wipe away your tears...