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Ehrman H. Eldridge Jr.

01/12/1954 - 04/26/2019

Obituary For Ehrman H. Eldridge Jr.

Dr. Ehrman H. Eldridge, Jr. transitioned home peacefully Friday at Northside Medical Center. He was 65 years of age.

The son of Mrs. Barbara Cole Eldridge of Augusta, GA and the late Mr. Ehrman H. Eldridge, Sr., Dr. Eldridge was born in Toledo, OH.

He was a 1972 graduate of Westside High School in Augusta, and obtained his undergraduate degree from Emory University. He received his M.D. from Meharry Medical School in 1980. Following graduation, he served 11 years in the United States Army, discharging honorably with the rank of Major. He was a dedicated OB/GYN physician who was the owner of Ehrman H. Eldridge, Jr. LLC. He was a member of New Birth Outreach Church where he served faithfully as a Deacon and was the overseer of the Prison Ministry. He was a member of the Columbus/Ft. Benning Medical Society, the National Medical and American Medical Associations. He was also a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and was a Jack and Jill Dad. He and his wife were also recognized in 2018 for their outstanding contributions to the UNCF.

Survivors, other than his mother, include: his wife of 39 years, Mrs. Patricia Jenkins Eldridge; three daughters, Myleata R. Eldridge, Melissa R. Eldridge, M.D. and Megan M. Eldridge P.T, D.P.T.; a beloved granddaughter, Mikayla R. Eldridge; two sisters, Cheryl Eldridge and Ly Barbara Eldridge; his mother-in-law, Mrs. Ethel S. Jenkins; nieces and a nephew, Taneika Jenkins, Calvin Jenkins, Jr., Lakeisha Wilson (Andre) and Jasmine Jenkins; an uncle, Claude Cole, Jr. (Senora); devoted four legged companion Sassy and granddog, Caesar; other family and friends.

The Homegoing Celebration for Dr. Eldridge will be held Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Christ Community Church where Pastor Derick Shields is pastor. Pastor Farnsworth Coleman will officiate with Pastor Carlos Coleman delivering the eulogy.

The interment will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park.

Visitation will begin Friday at 1p.m. with a family hour from 5 til 6 p.m. at the funeral home. The Omega Ceremony will begin at 6 p.m.

In lieu of floral contributions, the request donations be made to UNCF and Emanuel Prep School of Math and Science at New Birth.

The Staff of Progressive Funeral Home is honored to support the family with End of Life Services.

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Services

Visitation

May
3
Progressive Funeral Home

4235 St. Mary's Road
Columbus, GA 31907

1:00 PM
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Interment

May
4
Evergreen Memorial Park

4500 St Marys Rd
Columbus, GA 31907

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Home Going Celebration

May
4
Christ Community Church

4078 Milgen Rd
Columbus, GA 31907

11:00 AM
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This "doctor" tied my tubes without my consent and almost killed me by lying with the help of his "office manager" wife. Karma doesn't expire for either of them including his operative nurse who was abusive to me in recovery. The survivors you created and the blood of all of the unborn, mostly black babies, you killed is on all of you and justice is coming. He almost orphaned twin toddlers because he wanted to defraud insurance. I went to get an IUD not be sterilized. I'm also a military veteran and black woman. May be burn in hell!

Never forget

Dr. Eldridge, you delivered my son , and you were a good doctor . thank you for the care i received during my pregnancy . rest in peace .

Cindy Knight McMillan

My sympathies go out to Pat and the girls. Dr. Eldridge diagnosed me with endometriosis in 1998. He treated me with fertility drugs and I became pregnant with my first child 7 months later. God blessed me again in 2006. Dr. Eldridge hands was the first hands to bring both my kids into the world. Dr. Eldridge I am eternally grateful for what you did for me. You tied my tubes and performed my hysterectomy. You have watched over me during four surgeries. Dr. Eldridge I know you made it in.

Vicky Weaver

My deepest condolences to the Eldridge family and staff. Dr. Eldridge's impeccable manners and dedication will truly be missed. He was indeed an amazing physician. May your love and memories be a comfort to you all.

Tamiko Holt

So sad to learn of Dr. Eldridge's passing. He was a joy to work with for many years. He cared about his patient's and co-workers. He was a true gentleman. Melody Belitz.

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Melody Gibson Belitz

My condolences to the family left behind. Dr. Eldridge also leaves a legacy. A good name and life saving memories. It is a fact to me that he's in heaven. An added guardian angel. In 2015 Dr. Eldridge delivered my last child. Hthet rolled me into surgery promptly afterwards as I saw him scrubbing in. He laughed at me after I told him that he can take a little extra out of me and I'd tell no one. He tied my tubes successfully. Dr. Eldridge was wise and funny. He delivered my first grand child on Valentine's Day. I would not have chosen any other doctor for the job. He's a hero and a legend. May his soul rest in peace. Love always. The Spicer, Spears, and Camper family.

Tina Spicer

My sincere condolences to the Eldridge family. May you find comfort in the wonderful hope God gives us for the near future. He promises a time when he will wipe out every tear from our eyes and death will be no more (Revelation 21:3,4; Isaiah 25:8).

Curtis

I really dont even know where to begin...I was 14 when I began my friendship, when I became part of the family...Dr. E you will be truly missed, but there is no doubt that heaven definitely gained an ANGEL!! To Mrs. Pat and the family, I love yall dearly and my heart goes out to you all. Dr. E was absolutely ONE IN A MILLION!! You keep a watch over us Dr. E and keep all of us safe. Sending all my love. Always your friend...Bianca

Bianca Rohr Batiz

My deepest condolences to the Eldridge family.Thank you Dr. Eldridge for everything . You was an very good Dr and will be truly missed. RIP Dr. Eldridge.

Stacey Joyner

GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT "WELL DONE WELL DONE". YOU ARE ABSENT FROM THE BODY AND THE BODY OF CHRIST BUT PRESENCE WITH THE LORD.YOUR SPIRIT WAS HUMBLE LIKE CHRIST...THE LORD HAS YOUR FAMILY IN THE PALMS OF HIS HANDS...MY CONDOLENCES KENNY AND DEE BROOKER WE LOVE YOU ... .

Dee Brooker

My sincere condolences to the Eldridge family and friends. May our Jehovah GOD grant you strength and comfort during this most challenging time. Remember GOD is a GOD of all comfort. “GOD is our refuge and strength, A help that is readily found in times of distress.” Psalm 46:2. Also know we have the real hope of being reunited with our love ones. John 5:28, 29.

SLFM

My deepest condolences and prayers to this wonderful family of a truly amazing man. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are forever with you.

April Hopson

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Eldridge family at this time. Dr. Eldridge was a wonderful man and a great client, and he will be deeply missed. May God comfort you as only he can.

Anthony Campbell

Extending my deepest condolences to the Family and staff. Dr. Eldridge will surely be missed having been a patient of his for 20 plus years. RIP Dr. E.

Wanda J. Alston

My deepest condolences goes out to his wife and family they was the best friends that anybody can have in the doctor office

Cassandra Thomas

I'm really going to miss you was the best doctor that I ever meet and you will be truly missed I've been coming to you going on for 4 years in every problem that I had you made sure that the pain was taken care of and you would never let a patient leave your office in pain or anyting you will truly be missed

Cassandra Thomas

Dr. Eldridge was my doctor for 20 years. He delivered both of my children and did my hysterectomy. He was the sweetest person I ever met. My heart is broken for his children and for Mrs. Eldridge. He helped all the women in my family and a lot of my friends. He will forever be missed. I love him and his family. Prayers for y’all and please let me know when the service is because I want to be there.

Priscilla Franks

Dr. Eldridge was unfailingly kind and considerate. He treated everyone with respect. What a wonderful person! He will be sorely missed. My condolences to his family.

Theresa Williams

I want to offer my condolences to the Eldridge family. Hebrews 4:15 says, “ For we do not have a high priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tested in all respects as we have, but without sin.” Yes, Jesus endured sufferings when on earth, even the pain of losing a love one (John 11: 33, 35, 38). It has been promised from our God of comfort that sickness, pain, and death will be removed ((Isaiah 33:24; 1 Corinthians 15:26; Revelation 21:4,5). An additional promise given is that all our loved ones in the memorial tombs will be awaken from asleep in death to enjoy life as our loving Creator purposed (Isaiah 26:19; Psalms 145:16). Allow these words to keep comforting all of you.

Vivian Scott

To family and friends my deepest sympathies to you for the loss of your love one. Losing a loved one in death is very painful. May you find comfort in the Scriptures found at John 5:28,29 and Isaiah 26:19 that promises our loved ones who have died can live again under paradisaic conditions on earth! Psalms 37:10,11,29 Learn more about the resurrection hope and many more blessings that the Bible promise at

E Blair

I was shocked and saddened to hear that Dr. Eldridge passed on Friday. He delivered my 3kids. Most recently, both my daughter and daughter-in-law chose him to deliver their kids. He was a very kind man and wonderful physician. My deepest condolences go out to his wife, kids, family, and staff.

Myra Gibson

I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Dr. Eldridge. He was such a easy going person and a wonderful doctor. He will be missed by everyone. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Helen Green

Helen Green

my deepest condolences and offering of prayers to the family at the passing of your loved one,Dr.E.as those of us who knew and worked with him affectionately called him.He was such a nice man,funny and always offering words of encouragement and advice.Please find great comfort in knowing he was well loved by many.He loved God and he loved his family and he will most certainly be missed but have faith in knowing YOU WILL SEE HIM AGAIN.....

betty beers

Your family are in my thoughts and prayers, Natalie Benham

Natalie Benham

My deepest condolences and prayers to my family. Love you all. Denise Eldridge-Jefferson

Denise Jefferson

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