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Apostle Linda Knight

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Apostle Linda Knight was born on Wednesday, May 23, 1951, to her parents, the late Nathaniel Mans and the late Essie Mae Patterson. Apostle Knight was the eldest of six children by her mother. She was raised by her late grandmother, Lennie Bell-Spikes, in the city of East Dublin, Georgia. She was educated in the Dublin City Schools and graduated from Oconee High in the Class of 1969. She had a long career as a seamstress until her health would not allow her to continue. Apostle Knight just celebrated 33 years as a highly favored preacher and teacher of God's word. Apostle Knight was ordained as a full-time pastor under the leadership of her late pastor, Dr. Catherine Bond-Heidt in November of 1988. She co-founded and pastored Jordan Redeemer H.O.D. church. After the passing of her Pastor in 2012, Apostle Knight was handed her Pastor's mantle by becoming the Overseer of the following: 2 churches in Philadelphia, 1 church in Delaware, and 1 church in Coral, Florida. Through her tireless works, many families were restored, bodies were healed, and lives were won to the Glory of God. She enjoyed praising and worshipping God. She loved preaching and teaching the Word and witnessing to the people with whom she came into contact. If anyone needed prayer and called upon her, she was willing to pray, listen, counsel, talk, and encourage. Apostle Knight loved unconditionally - her family, church family/members, friends, co-laborers in the Gospel, and anyone with whom she came in contact. Her love was not just limited to family, but it was shared throughout her community. Her realness really spoke volumes wherever she went, which caused her to gain so much respect from everyone. She was straightforward with everyone and always remained the same. This character trait resulted in her often being highly regarded as " ... she never changed - she was always the same wherever you saw her." Apostle Knight passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at her home with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her father, Nathaniel Mans; her mother, Essie Mae Patterson; grandmothers, Lennie Bell-Spikes and Nina Mae Mans; her daughter, Pamela Michelle Mans; granddaughter, Yolonda Monta' Mans; her brother, Larry Mans; and by her sister, Janice Green. She leaves to cherish her fondest memories her three daughters, Cassandra Mans, East Dublin, Rhonda Samples, Savannah, and Sharon Knight, East Dublin, ; grandchildren, Jwoski Mans, Olivia Mans, Torrence Mans, Terrence Mans, all of East Dublin, Sha'Quille Mans, Atlanta, Kiara Knight, Dublin, and Joy'Nika Knight, East Dublin; great-grandchildren, Devonta Flournoy, Louisville, Ty'Kivese Knight, Smithville, Alabama, J' Quan Knight, East Dublin, Jo'Niya Jordan and Jwoski Mans, Jr., East Dublin; brothers, Curtis Johnson, Savannah, Christopher Johnson, Dublin; sister, Valencia Courtney, Colorado Springs, Colorado; father-in-law, Oscar T. Knight, East Dublin; close-knit cousins that are like sisters to her, Dena Hubbard, Linnie Turner, and Mary Hilda Jackson, East Dublin; godson, Kerry Smith, Dublin; loyal and devoted church family; faithful Assistant Pastor, Prophetess Tracie Holliman, a host of nieces and nephews, other family members and very dear friends, too many to name, but all loved the same.

Mark Darnell Wallace

Sat, 25 Feb 2023 22:41:26

Mark. Is. Always. Up to something! Right? He was born that way. On Tuesday, September 1, 1970, Mark Darnell Wallace knocked on his mama's belly, ready to come into the world. Just two and a half hours later, Mark was born at Hutzel Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, and he became the second son of Brenda Edmond s Wallace and Raymond Wallace. Of course, in those days, no one knew what they were having until their baby came to tell it. So, Brenda's cousin, Sampson Mans said, "Hey Cuz, if it's a boy, why don't you name him Mark?" And so it was. He became Our Mark. Almost four years later, Mark and his brother, Tony (also known as Number One in the family), were blessed with a little sister to torture, and teach. It took years for Tammie to infiltrate the brotherhood, sort of, it happened after the too-soon loss of Brenda and Dennis' sister, Beverley. Before transitioning, she whispered to Mark, "please watch over my only son," And he did, well. The 15-year-old, Devin, made three siblings four. The tragedy made instant bonds necessary and family foundation made them seamless. Mark was educated in several schools in the Detroit area, starting with Gesu Catholic School, where five- and six-year-old Mark and Tony traveled together, somehow getting separated on the first day of school with Tony on the city bus, Mark on the school bus, and Brenda losing her mind. Mark spent a quick blip in Southfield at Thompson Middle School (he was no good in public school), and he graduated from the Univerity of Detroit Jesuit High School in 1988. During his K-12 education, Mark was a celebrated athlete on the football field, His drive to achieve resulted in several academic and football college scholarship offers. He landed at the University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business, graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, in 1992. Of the many things Mark did and accomplished there, his initiation into the Delta Eta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity in 1989 - the baby of the line - was way at the top. Much love to Rashid, Britt, Sid, Tyron, Harlan, Fordie, Stan, and Tom. Though you are now all 8, he's not forever your 8. Mark concluded his education at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, graduating with a Juris Doctorate in Law. From Tony & Bennett's time at Howard to being Tammie's roomie in her last two years at Howard, to co-conspiring with Tam to get Devin at Howard, Mark loved Washington, D.C. He was an eternal entrepreneur and later settled in D.C., permanently, to pursue a career in the I.T. Business. If you had to sum Mark up in one word it would be "Giver." When there was a need he would do anything in his power to satisfy it - or he would find a way to power up. For Mark, the simple act of giving was a joy. Being able to give was what made him pursue his goals so fiercely. Mark loved to travel, socialize with friends, read self-improvement and Blackity Black books, watch football and perfect the Thanksgiving turkey with Tony, find new, scientific ways to grill or smoke the best cuts of meat with Dev and Tony, tease Lonna about wasting food and being short, and immaculate conception. Mark loved his Uncle Denny and relied on him with every fiber of who he was, Mark was a family guy. Mark would recommend the "you gotta try this" spots to everybody for food, health, and entertainment, and go obnoxiously long joke riffs with whoever could keep step. Whether it was thigh surfing with baby Asha, calling Anwar "Anweezie," or doing the Gummy BEar dance with Dylan and Drew, Mark loved his nieces and nephew. Mark LOVED his mama. BLEW was his entire heart and of all the reasons he wanted the world, it was to give it to her.

Mark also loved the ladies.

He sent a message to us to say that he loved deeply, every time he loved. He was easy and he was tough, but he always intended well. Through all the triumphs and regrets, it was real. Know that. Plus, this is the only place he can get away with saying this in public to all his eras of honey without anybody being able to say anything. Mark didn't miss opportunities. He was known for engaging in nimble political debate, wearing a college hoodie unique and some one-of-a-kind Adidas or breaking down football stats in a bespoke 2-piece and some Ferragamo's. Mark always made a statement. So, what is he saying now to us as we grieve deeply and yearn for one more laugh?

I rushed into this world. and rushed through it, because my spirit knew I would be rushing out. But, I'm good. I'm good.

Mark leaves to cherish his memory, his mother Brenda L. Travis (John); his father. Raymond L. Wallace, his two brothers, Anthony D. Wallace and Devin C. Edmonds (Lonna); sister Tammie Wallace, three nieces, and one nephew, Asha and Anwar Green, Dylan and Drew Edmonds. His dear Uncle Dennis Edmonds; His children Brandy, Crystal, Dennis II, and their children; also many cousins, fraternity brothers, family, and friends.

Deidre Sophia Moore (Buie)

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Mrs. Moore was the oldest of four children born in Warner Robins, Georgia, on January 3, 1965, to the late Mrs. Shirley Richardson Buie and Mr. Billy D. Buie. She was a retired Pharmacist Assistant at CVS Pharmacy in McDonough, Georgia. Deidre graduated from Northside High School in Warner Robins, Georgia. After graduation, she commenced studies at Mercer University. Deidre received a medical discharge while serving in the United States Army. Deidre met Mr. Christopher R. Moore while attending Mercer University, Macon, Georgia. She married her beloved husband, in June of 1991. They were happily married for twenty-nine years. Deidre affectionately called Connie by her parents’ family, enjoyed decorating, making ornaments, collecting ethnic Santa Claus, shopping, and traveling with Christopher. She really enjoyed cooking, entertaining and the gatherings with family and friends. Deidre was a wonderful Nana. One of her greatest joys was found in spending time nurturing her granddaughters. Deidre joined Warner Robins C.M.E. Church at an early age. Upon moving to Atlanta, Deidre joined Forest Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Forest Park, Georgia. While living in Dublin and during her trips to Dublin after the family moved to the Atlanta area, Deidre worked with the hospitality Ministry at Valdosta Missionary Baptist Church. Mrs. Deidre S. Buie Moore quietly answered the heavenly call and entered eternal rest on Monday, March 29, 2021. In addition to Deidre’s Mom, she was preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Mrs. Shadie M. Edmond Moore and sister-in-law, Patricia Ann Moore Riley. Mrs. Moore is survived by her devoted husband, Christopher R. Moore, Hampton, Georgia; two sons and daughter-in-law, Joshua Taylor (Marisa) Moore, of Conley, Georgia, and Jamal Andrew Moore of Griffin, Georgia; Father, Billy (Arnita) Buie, Leary, Georgia; Siblings, twins, Ronnie and Rhonda Buie, and Nerissa Buie, all of Warner Robins, Georgia, Tom (Nicole) Hall, Albany, Georgia, and Renee (Darrell) Day, Powders Springs, Georgia; grandchildren, Jocelyn Dylan and Micah Sophia Moore; Father-in-law, John E. Moore Adrian, Georgia; Aunts and Uncles: Estella Faye Richardson (Johnnie) Thomas, a devoted Aunt and Caregiver; Oren (Betty) Buie, Willie Mack Buie, Jr., Betty Buie Smith, Valaria Buie Gilbert, Catherine Buie Monroe, Evelyn Kaye Buie, Audrey Buie, Evaline Buie, Lula Moore Walker, Rudolph Moore, Ruth Martin, Charles Moore, Sr., Cecil Moore, Sallie Moore Perry, Lessie M. (McArthur) Moore Wagstaff, and Annie P. Montgomery Edmond; Brothers and Sisters-in-law, Calvin (Carolyn) Moore, Marilyn Moore, and Alonzo Riley; a devoted niece, Ayana Brown; devoted cousins, Mia Young, Tonya Buie, Sonya Buie, and Sharon Glover; devoted Mother, God Mother, and Mentor to numerous children; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives as well as friends.

Ernestine Hinton

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Janice Denise Edmond

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Roberta Edmond

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Roberta Edmond, 74, of Somerset, NJ passed away at home the evening of Friday, July 26, 2019, after a 35 year-long battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Roberta Edmond was born on November 12, 1944, in Dublin, Georgia (Laurens County) to the late James Zell and Adlean Pryor Edmond. She was raised in New Brunswick, NJ and graduated from New Brunswick High School in 1963. Shortly after graduating from NBHS, Roberta married the late Edgar (Earl) Johnson and moved to Newark, New Jersey. She would shortly thereafter give birth to her Son Cedric Earl Johnson.

After being officially diagnosed with MS in 1991, Roberta moved to Somerset, NJ to be closer with her immediate family and regularly attended Sharon Baptist Church (New Brunswick, NJ). Predeceased by her parents James Zell and Adlean Edmond & Brother James Russell Edmond. She is survived by one child, Cedric Earl Johnson (New Brunswick, NJ), Sister Evelyn Edmond (Somerset, NJ), three grandchildren Syrita Johnson (Plainsboro, NJ), Teisha Macon (Toms River, NJ), and Aaron Cedric Edmond (Woodbridge, VA), six great-grandchildren, Aunts Dena M. Cummings (Washington D.C.) and Mable Pryor (Macon, GA) and Uncle Robert Pryor (Macon, Georgia), Sister in Law Blondie Davis-Edmond of Somerset, NJ (Nephews Stephen Davis of Long Beach, CA & Robert Edmond of Old Bridge, NJ), God Children Monique “Nikki” King-Brown (Piscataway, NJ) & Donye Alexander (Newark, NJ), Close Friend Donna Alexander and a host of nieces, nephews, and close friends.

Kendrick David Ray, Sr.

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Dr. Kendreth David Ray, Sr., more affectionately known as "Kenny" or "doe," was born July 4, 1963, to Rev. David Ray, Dr., and Sarah Blanche Troupe-Ray. Kenny is surrounded in love by his devoted wife Shunda Staples-Ray and his siblings, Tanuel Blan Ray (Tanny), Lon Alan Ray, Anitra Deleece Ray-Arms and Allen David Ray, Jr. Kenny was bron in Great Lakes, IL and later settled in his parent;s hometown of St, Louis, MO. At a young age, Kenny accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior and was baptized. Kenny graduated from Vashon High School '81 and later joined the St. Louis City Sheriff's Department where he earned several awards of excellence and commendations. Additionally, while in St. Louis, Kenny founded the first African-American owned Security firm, Task Force Security, Inc. a company that secured several major security contracts. Kenny married his sweetheart Shunda Ray, on February 14, 1988 and later relocated to Conyers, Georgia. To this union Kenny brought hischildren Keena Ray-Alexander and Kendreth Ray, Jr., and later with Shunda, shared the joy of raising his two daughters ShuQuinda Ray-Barrett and Brittnie Ray-Atkins. Kenny loved music and was an accomplished flutist, musician and DJ. He also loved genealogy and produced several biopic tracing the history of his family back well before the turn of the century, connecting family members who otherwise would have been lost. Professionally, Kenny received a Bachelors of Science, Masters in Technology and a Doctorate in Computer Science from Georgia Tech. He was the Supervising Manager of Information Technology for Kaiser Healthcare. His father preceded him in death, Kenny leaves to mourn his loving wife and mother, his siblings, children and grandchildren, along with a host of relatives and friends whose lives he touched with his quick wit and ever so smooth charm.

Diane Reed - McNeil

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Diane was born on December 22, 1955 to Nathaniel and Doretha (Spikes) Reed. She leaves behind her husband of 46 years, William Charles McNeill Sr, her children, Charles, Natalie, her husband Richard, William Jr, his wife Joy, Courtney, Nina, Sterling, his wife Kaeley, and Willona, grandchildren Erikka, her husband Alex, Elijah, his wife Chantel, Jonathan, Rachel, Emmanuel, Elizabeth, Sarai, her husband Paul, Skye, William, Willow, Charlie, Andreyah, Kyanah, Christopher, Danielle, Nathaniel, Daniel, Mateo, Treyson, Latika, Tatyana, and great grand children, Rachelle, Caraleigh, Emmaleigh, and Ezekiel, Miles, and 2 precious twins on the way, she was so proud. She leaves behind her siblings, Kenneth Reed, Lucille Dawkins, Joanne Reed, Jocelyn Reed, Shelia Reed, predeceased by her brothers Norman Spikes, and Michael Reed. Diane has had jobs in the hospitality and retail fields. Diane loved cooking and baking with her grandchildren, and she spent many hours reading her bible.

Bartow Henry IV

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Bartow Henry IV was born to Bartow Henry III and Charlene Shepard on October 9, 1983 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Bartow graduated from Dillard High School in 2002. He was affectionately known as “Nook” to his family. He had been living and working in Texas for the past five years. The majority of his work career was in the Healthcare Field. His passions were his family, traveling, cooking and his dog, “Diggy.” His mother: Charlene Shepard; preceded him in death. He departed this life on March 19, 2019. He is survived by his parents: Bartow III and Sinda Henry; four loving and caring sisters: Gene’, Amanda, Cristal and Brandy all of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; six loving brothers: Dwayne (Checana) of Hepzibah, Georgia, Jonathan of California, Byron (Yvette) of Snellville, Georgia, Brandon, Brandon and Demetrius all of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; two grandmothers: Reverend Ernestine Henry of Dania Beach, Florida and Liza Logan of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; and his partner: Sean of Texas; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Mary Etta Bulley (Edmond )

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Mrs. Bully, was born on April 12, 1935, in Dublin, Georgia to late Reverend Douglas Dud (D. D.), and Mae Autley Locke Edmond. She joined the church at a very young age, and learned to love God at the William Grove Baptist Church in Dublin. Throughout her life, she worked to serve God, and loved to read, study scriptures, and discuss the Bible. As a young adult, she moved to Chicago, Illinois, where she worked in public service for over fifty years before returning to Dublin several years ago. She was a loving aunt and friend. She passed away on November 23, 2018. She is survived by a number of nieces and nephews, Bertha A. Payne, and Rossie M. Wiggins of Soperton, Georgia, Steven Bush of Monroe, Georgia, Dr. Albert E. Jones of Atlanta, Georgia, Dwight D. Jones of Claxton, Georgia, Thurgood M. Jones of Lithonia, Georgia, and a host of great nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Walter Jones, Jr.

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Walter Jones, Jr, was born on March 15, 1954, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Walter was the oldest of three children born to the late Walter Jones, Sr. and the late Rubye Edmonds Jones. Walter and his two sisters, Elaine and Darlene, enjoyed a happy childhood in their West Philadelphia neighborhood. Walter was a cub and boy scout, and loved playing sports and games, particularly baseball and softball. Walter's father died when he was 15 years old, and in an effort to share the burden of family expenses, Walter got his first job at a butcher shop when he was still in high school. Not only did Walter earn spending money, he developed a lifelong interest in cooking. After making hisway through Philadelphia public school system at James Rhodes Elementary School, Vare Junior High School, and Overbrook High School, Walter head to college at Penn State University. He was an active and engaged college student. One of the highlights of Walter's college years was his affiliation with Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc., an organization committed to promoting fellowship, community service and positive images of Black men. The organization suited Walter's sense of friendship and cultural pride, values that Walter would carry with him throughout his life. He and his "Arrogant 8" line brothers were enthusiastic party-going Groovers. Walter began his professional career as a heavy equipment operator at Philadelphia State Hospital. In 1976, Walter shifted his career goals to focus on helping persons suffering with serious mental illness and joined the staff at Norristown State Hospital . In 1994, Walter graduated from Temple University's radiology technology program and took on a second job as a portable X-ray technician. Walter enjoyed a long and rewarding career at Norristown State Hospital. In 2016, after 40 years of dedicated service, he retired from his position as a Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor. Walter's life orbited around family. In 1985, Walter met Taryn Mason, the lovely woman who would become his best friend and life partner. A twinkle started at a party. Walter bought Taryn a beautiful dress and taught her to dance. Six years and may dances later, Walter and Taryn were married on May 19, 1991. The handsome couple created a beautiful blended family that included Walter's daughter Shimere and Taryn's two sons, Irvin and Tivon. Walter was a devoted husband, an involved and engaged dad to their three children, and a doting grandfather affectionately called Babu. Walter was a man of great faith whose journey with God began at an early age. Along with his parents and sisters, Walter attended Bibleway Apostolic Church and he was baptized at age 13. As an adult, Walter joined Siloam Baptist Church in Norristown, Pennsylvania and hit the ground running. Walter sang on the Male Chorus and was a member of the Property Committee, the Men;s Sunday Bible Study, and served as a Financial Counter. Taryn joined Bethlehem Baptist Church in 2011 and Walter enjoyed dual membership. He attended Bethlehem's weekly Bible study and Men's Fellowship. With an engaging personality and wonderful sense of humor, Walter brought life to any gathering. And he took great pride in African American cultural traditions. He loved jazz, gospel, and house full of family, close friends and good food. Walter traveled with his family in the United States to teach them how to enjoy life and culture. Walter and Taryn traveled to Ghana, Senegal, the Ivory Coast, and destinations throughout the Caribbean. Walter was an impeccable dresser whose debonair style and polish reflected his strong sense of self-respect. He was also an avid collector of Negro League baseball memorabilia. Walter's passion for baseball and softball began to take shape when he was a young boy. In grade school, Walter played baseball with the Jayhawks and was a part of both the Overbrook High School and Penn State baseball teams. Throughout adulthood, Walter played softball with three community teams, the Dirty Nine, the Hac's Pac, and the Bounty Hunters. He also was a standout player on the Norristown State Hospital softball team. Walter departed this life on November 13, 2018, but not before showing us his true measure of a man. Walter was kind, gentle, intelligent, and selfless. He was a husband and provider, a present and engaged father and grandfather a devoted son and brother, and a loyal friend. Throughout Walter's life, he was affectionately known as Junie, June Bug, Doc, and Blue Kangaroo. Theses names reflect the love and admiration of a vast and loving family and community that include: Walter's devoted wife, Taryn Mason Jones; children, Shimere Barbara Hakimah Cutler Jones, Irvin H. Chavous and Tivon M. Chavous; six grandchildren Damadia Moody, Mya Brown, Saanai Kaori Jones, JayDen Chavous Tickner, Irvin H. Chavous IV, and Rylee Chavous; two sisters Elaine (Wynnfield) Smith and Darlene (Harvey) Parham; parents-in-law, Charles and Henrietta Mason; one brother-in-law, Cahrles (Jacquelyn) Mason; one aunt and uncle, Mary and Titus Edmonds; two special Groove Phi Groove brothers, Eugene Thompson and Otto Johnson; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

Leora V. Heard-Owens

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Leoa Heard-Owens was the beloved wife of Kenneth L. Owens, Sr.; dearest mother of Nearie Tyson and Howard Heard, Jr.; devoted grandmother of Keyuan D. Wilson, Ashley M. Heard, Aveyah S. Humphrey and Wilfredo Colon-Torres; daughter of the late James and Bernice (nee Norris) Blue; dearest sister of Kevin (Janine) Blue, the late Robert A. Blue, Jerry J. Blue and Willie Lee Blue, Sr.; also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and a host of family and friends.

Donna Mae McNichols (Troupe)

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Donna Mae (Troupe) McNichols, a retired St. Louis educator, died September 16, 2018. She was 77 and lived in Olivette, Missouri. Donna was a proud 1961 graduate of Vashon High School. She is survived by husband Tyrone McNichols Sr. and children, Tyro... Continue reading →

Willie L Blue

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Willie L. Blue is the son of James and Bernice Norris Blue. Bernice is the daughter of Willie Lee Norris and Idella Spikes Norris.... Continue reading →

Margretta Anise Hamilton (Cooper)

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

Margretta Anise Hamilton Cooper entered into eternal rest at 12:27 PM, on January 11,2018. "Gretta" as she was so fondly called was born January 28, 1967 and was the third child born to her deceased parents - Arthur James Hamilton and Larida Jackson Hamilton. Margretta was reared by a loving family and lived in Miami until she met and married the love of her life, Dexter Cooper on February 22, 2003. Margretta accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Christian Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Miami, Florida. As a young adult, she later moved her church membership to the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Carol City, Florida. Margretta was a faithful servant in both church until she relocated to Tampa, Florida where she became a vibrant member of Bible-Based Fellowship Church of Temple Terrace, Florida. She served as a Sunday School Teacher, a choir member, the keeper of the church's bookstore; while spending a number of years collecting and delivering food as a part of her church outreach ministry at Bible-Based until she was overtaken with her illness. Margretta attended public schools in Miami Dade County Florida and was a member of the graduating class of 1985 of North Miami Beach Senior High School. She worked in several capacities before moving to Tampa. Her last place of employment was with the Liberty Mutual Insurance Company where she was employed for a number of years and developed some strong friendships and moved up the ladder due to her strong work ethics. Margretta was not a flamboyant soul, but rather a gentle, giving and considerate soul. She shied away from controversy and was a calming source of inspiration to her family, friends, associates and indeed everyone that she met. Margretta leaves to carry on her legacy, her husband Dexter Cooper; siblings, Irving (Melody); Arthur (Minyon); Byron (Sharie); Gordon, and Xiomara (Darius) Her memory will also be cherished by her aunts Anna E. Jackson and Estella Parrott; her mother-in-law, Royce Cooper; sister-in-law Regina Roman; brother-in-law Darius Cooper (Winda); and godchildren. Margretta was the favorite auntie of 19 nieces and nephews; great auntie to 11 and has numerous cousins. She will be especially missed by her partner in crime Benjamin H. Parrott, senior Pastor Teacher at Christian Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, who is the last of the cousin trio (Alicia Parrott, Margretta Cooper and Benjamin Parrott) born in 1967. It is worth noting that her Grandmother, the late Ruby Parrott transitioned on Gretta's birthday in 2016. Last not least, Margretta's memory will be cherished by many friends and acquaintances especially by Meghan, Laurie and Dontavius, whom she guided through their growing up years; and her dearest friends Cynthia Johnson-Williams; Andrea Murray and her godmother, Mrs. Sylvia Johnson.

Margretta loved life, people,

but more importantly her God.

Rest in Peace Our Love

Patricia Ann Riley (Moore)

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:59:53

On Saturday, December 2, 2017, Patricia Ann Moore Riley transitioned to become an Ivy Beyond the Wall to receive a crown if righteousness at fifty-eights years of age. She was the fourth child and younger daughter of Mr. John E. Moore and the late Mrs. Shadie M. Edmond Moore of Adrian, Georgia. "Triciann" affectionely called by her family and "pat" to some, accepted Christ at an early age when she joined the Valdosta Missionary Baptist Church, East Dublin, GA. After graduation from the Fort Valley State (College) University and marrying Mr. Alonzo Riley, Mrs. Riley united with the Forest Chapel Baptist Church Family, Forest Park, GA, where she served Forest Chapel faithfully in many capacities including her present position as Financial Secretary. Mrs. Riley attended school in Treutlen County, Soperton, GA, where she graduated from Treutlen High School in 1977. Mrs. Riley earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from Fort Valley State (College) University and later matriculated at several universities to receive her Educational Specialist Degree. Mrs. Riley was not one to boast of her accomplishments, but she received numerous awards and honors. Her most cherished award and honor was "Teacher of the Year" at Oliver Elementary School several times. Mrs. Riley was a member if Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Fort Valley State University Alumni Association and Viola Hart-Felton Chapter NO. 584 of Prince Hall Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star, Jurisdiction of Georgia. Triciann loved life and people. She was no stranger to those who touched shoulders with her. Triciann was known for her humble, soft spoken but stern personailty. She enjoyed educating children, giving them her adoring smile daily, as she did with all people. She was loved and revived by many. Triciann's fond memories will be forever cherished by her husband: Alonzo; her children: Tiffany L.Riley, Morrow, GA. Delonzo Riley and Chiquita Cole, Fort Valley, GA; a loving fatherP Mr. John E. Moore, Adrian, GA; father-in-law: Mr, A.J. Riley, Fort Valley, GA; siblings: Calvin B (Carolyn) Moore, McCordsville, IN, Marilyn Moore, Dublin, GA, and Christopher R (Deidre) Moore, Hampton, GA; sisters-in-law: Gail Adams, Pamela Riley, and Phyllis (Donald) Hart, all of Fort Valley, GA; aunts and uncles: Lula M. Moore Walker, Rudolph Moore, Ruth Moore Martin, Sallie Moore Perry, Lessie Moore (McArthur) Wagstaff, and Asberry (Treivia) Moore, all of Fort Wayne, IN; Charles Moore, Toledo, OH, Thelma McCrury and Cecil Moore, Adrian, GA, Annie P. Montgomery Edmond, Dublin, GA and Collie Brown, Miami, FL; special running buddies: Latonya Harris Thompson, Gail Freeman Dickerson, and Jaolvette Stephens Allen; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Mrs. Patricia Ann Moore Riley's legacy will be treasured forever.

Dorothy L. Stevens

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Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy L. Stevens, of Dublin, will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 1 PM at the Shady Grove Baptist Church, 679 Shady Grove Church Road in Dublin. Reverend Winfred McCloud will deliver the eulogy. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Stevens was born on November 30, 1934, to the late Oliver and Willie Bell Edmond. She became a faithful member of the Shady Grove Baptist Church at an early age, and served faithfully as an usher, and in the Shady Grove Missionary Department, and she was the church mother. She was employed by the Bassett Furniture Company for over twenty-four years, and she retired in 1999. Mrs. Stevens passed away on September 11, 2017. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Tobe Stevens, Sr., three children, Lonnie Charles Newsome, Marie Newsome, and Betty Newsome, four brothers, Robert Edmond, J. D. Edmond, J. B. Edmond, and Thomas Edmond, four sisters, Eva M. Guyton, Ethel Mae Hightower, Annie B. Story, and Marie Thomas. She leaves to cherish her memories, one son, Antonio (Katina) Green Sr., one daughter, Rene Newsome, both of Dublin, one brother, Oliver Edmond, Jr, of Detroit, Michigan, five stepchildren, Tobe (Florine) Stevens, Jr. of Baltimore, Maryland, Carol Simpson, Joyce (Larry) Stewart, Olivia (Sam) Sampson, all of New Jersey and Ray (Paula) Coons of Dublin, one sister, Ella Mae Holliman of Kissimmee, Florida, eleven grandchildren, twenty four great-grandchildren, a devoted niece, Catherine (Virgil) Rozar, of Dublin, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Melinda Henderson (Davis)

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MELINDA ANN DAVIS HENDERSON, was born in Miami, Florida to the parentage of the late Mary Elizabeth Davis and John Frank Davis. Melinda was a very warm hearted person, and always had her arms open for anyone, if you needed a meal, a place to sleep or just a simple shoulder to cry on, she was there. Her presence always lights up a room. As she enters, her smile and happiness was always noticeable even when she was in pain but she never complained about it. She would always say "pray about it don't complain about it, everything is going to be alright". She was someone that if you came in contact with her you would never forget it because her spirit was full of joy and her soul was a blessing from God. Melinda later married John Henry Moore in 1968 and to there union was born a baby girl named Angela. In the coming years in 1974, she married again to Abraham Henderson and to there union was born two children, Antwan Henderson and Antoisha Henderson. Melinda remained in Broward county through out the lives of her children and was still a resident of Broward county when the Lord called her home. She leaves behind to mourn: 3 children, Angela Moore, Antwan Henderson, (DeAundra), and Antoisha Henderson; 2 step children; Abe Henderson and Traci Henderson; 15 grandchildren: Anthony Seymour, Kenneth Graham, Diamond Henderson, Mitchell Knight, Malcom Knight, Essence Henderson, Antwan Henderson, Jr., Danajah Alford, Dionte Henderson, Russell Mouton, Jr., Roneil Henderson, Jeremiah Henderson, Nehemiah Melbourne, Khamrin Henderson, and Jenarous Booker; 9 great-grandchildren: Markhuya Tribble, Destiny Edwards, Miessiah Knight, Tuesday Knight, Josiah Henderson, Prince Graham, Unique Knight, Champion Life, and the late Summer Knight; 1 niece Dorothy Rich along with a host of other family members and sorrowing friends and neighbors.

Michael Craige Reed

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Michael Craige Reed was born July 1, 1958 to the parents of Nathaniel Reed and Dorothea Spikes Reed. He was called home early January of 2017. He is survived by his wife Surfield Reed, children: Jacob Michael Reed and Miranda Reed, two brothers: Kenneth Reed and Norman Reed, five sisters: Diane, Joselyn, Joanne, Lucille and Shelia; cousin Arthur Reed and many nieces, nephews and cousins who loved him very much. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Norman Spikes

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Retired Army SFC Norman Spikes, 66, departed this life on April 10, 2016. Funeral services were held on Monday April 18, 2016 at 12:00 Noon in the St. Paul Full Gospel Church. Burial followed at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery. He leaves to cherish his loving memory: wife, Linda Spikes; sons, Ernest Spikes, Roderick Middleton and Andre Middleton; daughters, Crystal Middleton, Jamaya Spikes and Edilma Spikes; brothers, Kenneth Reed and Michael Reed; sisters, Diane McNeill, Joanne Smith, Shelia Reed, Jocelyn Reed and Lucille Hill; two grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.

Ruby Parrott (Edmond)

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One hundred one years ago on November 14, 1914, Shed and Luella Edmond were blessed with the birth of their sixth child whom they named RUBY EDMOND. This infant grew into a young adult in Dublin, Georgia until she met and married Gordon Jackson from the next county over. They moved to Miami, Florida and from this union, she bore two children. She became a single woman, left to rear her first two children until she met and married Herbert Parrott who preceded her in death. From this Union, she bore four more children. “Mother” as she was lovingly called by her children, grand children, great grandchildren, and even strangers, was a God fearing, hard working woman who always put her family first. She loved the Lord and her church. Her first church membership was with Mt. Sinai Baptist Church in Overtown under the pastorage of the late Reverend S.A. Thomas. She later joined Mt. Tabor Missionary Baptist Church under the pastorage of the late Reverend J.N. Byrd. She moved her membership to Christian Fellowship MBC when it was organized 48 years ago. She served faithfully under the late Reverend P.S. Brown, C. Felder, and Charles Coleman. She proudly watched her grandson whom she raised take over the leadership at Christian Fellowship four (4) years ago. When it became too difficult for her to travel by car-she would always look for the SST VAN to come and transport her to church. Mother was a faithful Eastern Star member until her health interfered. She led the Willing Workers’ auxiliary at Christian Fellowship for a number of years. You could often find Mother under the tree that used to be on the corner of this church selling her Bar-B-Que and soul food meals to support her church. Oh, how her older kids dreaded Friday’s because we had to help Mother prepare for her Saturday sales. She was having it no other way! Once she stopped her dinner sales, she did not lower her support of her church. Mother would give the last in her wallet for her church. She never used the excuse that she did not have because she was confident in the fact that: “The Lord would make a way somehow,” and he did because Mother made it in spite of being born with a physical handicap; in spite of having to be a single parent for multiple years, in spite of having had only an eighth grade education; in spite of having her first home foreclosed on for the lack of $100; in spite of having to step in and raise grandchildren from teenage parents; in spite of having to bury four of her children and three of her grandchildren. Mother never suffered because she was a God fearing solider who strongly instilled the love of God in her children. MOTHER WAS A STRONG WOMAN WHO HAS LEFT STRONG SEEDLINGS TO CARRY ON HER LEGACY. She leaves to celebrate her life daughters: Anna Jackson and Estella Parrott; Grand children: Reverend Benjamin Parrott (Lawana); Deacon Irving Jackson (Melody); Arthur Hamilton (Minyon); Byron Haugabook (Sharie); Gordon Haugabook, Margretta Cooper (Dexter); Xiomara Hamilton; Laurie Jackson; Meghan Jackson; Arthur McKinney (Angela); Jerold Parrott; Darnetia Parrott; Danica Parrott; one daughter-in-law Deborah Parrott. She was preseded in death by her son Jimmie Parrott; daughter-Larida Hamilton; daughter-Athalie Parrott; her son-Tyrone Parrott; granddaughter-Alicia Parrott; granddaughter-Eleanise Hamilton; grandson-Arick Parrott. She also leaves 25 great grand children and 8 great-great grand children along with many other friends, a loving church body, nieces, nephews, and cousins. A very special person named Patricia who served Mother with tender loving care in her final days and the family is eternally grateful to this special angel. Mother is at peace in the arms of a loving God who saw her labor down here complete.

Adalene Boyd-Draper (Troupe)

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Adalene Troupe Boyd Draper was born February 4, 1934 in St. Louis, MO to the union of Phillip J. and Ruth R. Troupe (preceded her in death). She was one of 12 children. Two brothers and five sisters preceded her in death: John J., Sam A. Troupe, Henrietta Matlock, Georgia M. Staples, Glyndalon Collins, Conzella Lattimore and Gloria Townley. One son, Eddie R. Boyd, Jr. and three grandsons, Gerald Boyd, Vertis Derrick, Jr. and Jason Derrick preceded her in death. At a very early age, she surrendered her life to the Lord. Adalene was joined in Holy Matrimony to Eddie R. Boyd (preceded her in death). To this union, four sons and four daughters were born: Regina M., Eleanor J., Eddie R. Jr., James A., Crystal V., Neal A., Cherita A., and Arlando. She later married Henry Draper (preceded her in death). “Lene” as she was affectionately called, was educated in the St. Louis Public Schools. She received her vocational training from O’Fallon Technical, where she received certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She worked. During her tenure, she exhibited excellent skills as a nurse, always giving kindness and wisdom to those she served. Lene transitioned from labor to reward on November 10, 2012. She fought the good fight, finished her course and kept the faith. She leaves to cherish her memory: four daughters, Regina (Carl) Leatherberry, Eleanor Boyd, Crystal (Ricky) Moffett, Cherita (Elyssie) Winston; three sons, James Boyd, Neal Boyd and Arlando Boyd; one brother, Charles Q. Troupe; three sisters, Betty J. Frye, Sarah Raye, Donna (Tyrone) McNichols; 15 grandchildren, Cortez, Kendra, Nina, Jonathan, Maisha, Kimaada, Fasiri (billy Joe), Atiyyah (Jessica), Jimmy (Ebony), Jacquelynn, Jordan (Faith), Alicia, Dusha, Arlando Jr. and Amber: 18 great-grandchildren; a host of step-grandchildren and a large circle of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, saints and friends.

Shadie Mae Moore (Edmond)

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Funeral services for Mrs Shadie Mae Edmond Moore 84 of 129 Mockingbird Lane, Adrian, will be held on Tuesday October 16, 2012 at 11a.m. at the Williams Chapel Baptist Church 1142 Highway 29 South East Dublin, with Rev. James Sherman will be officiating, burial will follow in the Valdosta Baptist Church Cemetery in East Dublin. Mrs Shadie Mae Edmond Moore was born in Laurens County, Georgia on September 24, 1928. Mrs Moore was the youngest of twelve children born to the late Shade and Luella Spikes Edmond. She attended Dublin City Schools and received her GED from Emanuel County.At a early age she attended St James Baptist Church in Adrian. Following the family's relocation to Laurens County she joined the Williams Chapel Baptist in East Dublin, where she attended faithfully until her health began to decline. Mrs Moore was formerly the president of the Deaconess Ministry and Chair of the Kitchen Ministry at Williams Chapel. In addition , she served faithfully alongside her husband at Valdosta Baptist Church as a Senior Choir member and on the Hospitality and Kitchen ministries. Mrs Moore was an active life member of the Prince Hall Order of the Eastern Star, Fidelity Chapter, Number 45, Dublin, Past Grand O.E.S. Flag Bearer, Past District Worthy Matron Dublin Distric #19, Past Worthy of Fidelity Chapter #45, Lillie Belle Roberts Assembly, Order of the Golden Circle, and Rehab Court Number 1, Heroines of Jericho. On December 19, 1951 Mrs Moore was joined in Holy Matrimony to Deacon John E. Moore and to this union five children were born with only four surviving. Mrs Moore was preceded in death by twn Siblings, Gertrude Wright, Henry Edmond, Rebecca Mosely, Theotis Edmond, Jack Edmond, Luther Edmond, Lue Wee Edmond Gipson, Hardwick Edmond, Charles Ray Edmond and Alpha Omega Kinsey. On October 12, 2012 Mrs Moore transitioned into eternal rest. She leaves behind a legacy of love to her husband of 60 years and ten months, Deacon John E. Moore, four children, Calvin Benjamin and wife Carolyn Moore, Westerville OH. Marilyn Moore of Dublin, Patricia ann and husband Alonzo Riley Lake Spivey GA. and Christopher Rogers and wife Deidre Moore of Hampton. six grandchildren, Makesha and husband Keith Anderson, Natessa and husband Ray Payton Kenterra Moore, Tiffany Riley, Joshua Moore and Jamal Moore, seven great grandchildren, Nequera Anderson, Jherica Anderson, Kendal Anderson, Jayland Payton, Jordan Payton, Jaeda Payton and Jocelyn Moore one sister Ruby Parrott of Miami FL. Sisters in law, Annie P. Edmond, Veola March, Lula M. Walker, Rudolph and(Lillian) Moore, Ruth Martin, Thelma McCrary, Charles Moore, Cecil(Ruth M) Moore, Sallie M. Perry, Leslie (McArthur) Wagstaff, a close devoted friend and cousin Lillian E. Smith, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs Moore will be placed in church at 9:30a.m. on the day of service. Visitors are being received at the home of her daughter, Marilyn Moore, 105 Edgewood Drive, Dublin.

Catherine Thompson (Edmonds)

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Catherine Edmonds Thompson was a native of Dublin but a well respected transplant to Walton County, GA. Being a true believer of education, "Mrs. T." was a 1949 graduate of Washington Street High School; a 1951 graduate of Georgia Baptist College; a 1954 Albany State College with a B.S. in Education; a 1973 graduate of Atlanta University with a M.S. in Library Science. Her professional career started in Walton County as a teacher in Social Circle, GA and then moved to Monroe, GA where she served as a librarian until her retirement. Catherine, a devout Christian, was active at Prospect AME Zion, Spring Hill AME Zion, and later joined Macedonia, she was committed to the Sunday School Dept., Youth Dept., Mission in Action, and Senior Mission. She served as president of Women's Department of the Greater Northwestern Baptist Association for 22 years. She was a charter member of Zebulon Star Chapter No. 166. She was also a member of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Catherine was a dedicated wife, mother, sister, and a loving grandmother. Catherine lined an abundant Christian life and is greatly missed. Catherine is the daughter of David D. Edmonds Sr and Mae Locke.

Alpha Omega Kinsey (Edmond)

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Mrs. Alpha Omega Edmond Kinsey was born in Laurens County, Georgia on April 5, 1925. Mrs. Kinsey was the eleventh child of twelve children (six brothers and five sisters) blessed to the parentage for the late Mr. Shede and Mrs. Luella Spikes Edmond. At an early age, Mrs. Kinsey joined the St. James Baptist Church in Adrian, Georgia. After the family moved back to Laurens County, Mrs. Kinsey joined Williams Chapel Baptist Church, East Dublin, where she attended until health and physical stamina began to fail her. She participated in may of the Church’s ministries and enjoyed attending church services at Williams Chapel. Mrs. Kinsey was united in holy matrimony to Mr. Henry Kinsey who proceeded her in death. In addition eight siblings proceeded Mrs. Kinsey in death: Gertrude White, Henry Edmond, Rebecca Mosley, Theodis Edmond, Jack Edmond, Luther Edmond, Hardrick Edmond, and Charles Ray Edmond. To cherish fond memories, Mrs. Kinsey’s sweet spirit will be forever remembered by one son, Thomas William Edmond, Sr., East Dublin, GA; a daughter, Alpha Omega Edmond, East Dublin, GA; three sisters: Ruby Parrott, Miami FL; Luewee (W.C.) Gipson, East Dublin, GA; and Shadie (John E.) Moore, Adrian, GA; one sister-in-law, Annie P. Edmond, East Dublin, GA; ten grandchildren: Thomas W. Edmond, Jr., Reginald M. Edmond, Chandler V. Edmond, Lattasha Edmond, Natasha Evans, Pamela Evans, Stacey La Joyce Kinsey, Antoinette Lashanda McClendon, Renee’ McClendon, and Jospeh McClendon, Jr.; eighteen great grandchildren; a devoted cousin, Doretha Spikes; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.