Markel was born in Memphis, Tennessee, on January 20, 2015, to his parents, Tamika Story and Tommy Jackson. He was a happy baby with a smile to melt your heart. Even though his life was short, he touched many hearts.
Markel leaves behind two sisters, Tamia Story and Imani Jackson, two brothers, Marquise Story and Kameron Story, and one niece, Ivi Gillespie.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gail Story, Carolyn Story, Patra, and Calvin Jackson.
The Cord
We are connected, my child and I, by an invisible cord not seen by the eye
It’s not like the cord that connects us ‘til birth, This cord can’t be seen by anyone on Earth
This cord does its work right from the start
It binds us together, attached to my heart
I know that it’s there, though no one can see The invisible cord from my child to me
The strength of this cord is hard to describe It can’t be destroyed, it can’t be denied
It’s stronger than any cord man could create It withstands the test and can hold any weight
And though you are gone, and not here with me
The cord is still there, but no one can see
It pulls at my heart, I am bruised, I am sore
But this cord is my lifeline as never before
I am thankful that God connects us this way
A mother and child, death can’t take it away
Order of Celebration
Monday, November 24, 2025 11:00 A.M.
Christ Temple Church of Deliverance
21 E. Rollins Road • Memphis, Tennessee 38109
Pastor Henry Walker, Eulogist
Processional......................................................The Family of Markel Story
Scripture Readings: Old & New Testament.................................Minister Jasmin Walker
Prayer.................................................................................Dr. Tamela Story
Musical Selection.....................................................................Pamela Story
Reflections (Respectfully, Two Minutes Please) Family & Friends
Obituary Read Silently..................................................................Soft Music
Eulogy..........................................................................Pastor Henry Walker
Recessional.............................................................“When I See You Smile”
Weep Not For Me
Weep not for me, though I have gone Into that gentle night
Grieve if you will, but not for long
Upon my soul’s sweet flight
I am at peace, my soul’s at rest
There is no need for tears
For with your love, I was so blessed
For with your love I was blessed
For all those many years
There is no pain, I suffer not
The fear is now all gone
Put these things out of your thoughts
In my memory, I live on
Remember, not my fight for breath
Remember not the strife
Please do not dwell upon my death
But celebrate my life.
~ Acknowledgements ~
Tamika and family would like to thank our family and friends for their calls, prayers, gifts, meals, and words of comfort during our time of bereavement. A special thank you to the Methodist Hospice QOLA Kids program for your care over the past few years, and to Gina and Dianne with spreading Sunshine for being there every step of the way. Finally, thank you to Pastor Henry Walker and The Christ Temple Church Family for opening your Doors. ~ The Family
