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Yesok Silas Obituary
She was born in Chollanamdo, South Korea, and celebrated Oct. 2, 1960, as her birthday. She came from a large family of three girls and three boys from the union between the late Doo-Hyung, Lee, and Soon-Ja, Jung. In February 1979, she met and united with Harry E. Silas of Roosevelt, N.Y. From the union came Michelle H. Silas, Rochelle K. Silas, Vernell T. Silas and Nikita C. Silas. YeSok was employed for many years at Piccadilly's Cafeteria until her health declined and was the dining room supervisor where she was appreciated by many. She was also an active member of the First Korean Baptist Church in Prince George County on River Road. YeSok was a person who made friends and enjoyed life until she lost her final bout with cancer. She will be missed as she touched many.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 22, 2009, at the Johnson Funeral Home, 451 Halifax Street Petersburg, VA 23803.
A funeral service will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, at First Korean Baptist Church, River Road, Prince George, VA 23875, with Pastor Shin officiating. Interment will follow at the Southlawn Memorial Park, Birdsong Road Petersburg, Va.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Petersburg Chapel of Johnson Funeral Homes, 451 Halifax Street, Petersburg.
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Memories and Condolences
for Yesok Silas
Jody Shull-Vaughan
July 15, 2009
To the Silas Family:
I was deeply saddened when I heard of Yesok's passing just last week. I had not seen her in a year and a half. I worked with her at Morrisons for many years and she was in my wedding in 1998. She was a great person and friend. My thoughts our with your entire family during this difficult time. May the memories you have comfort you during this difficult time. She will be truly missed.
TaShundra Peoples
July 8, 2009
To Michelle and family, I pray that God's peace surrounds your heart and overwhelms your spirit even in the midst of this painful loss. My love and prayers are with you.
Marietta Ambrose
July 8, 2009
I never met you directly. But I know your remarkable daughter Michelle. One of the most beautiful (inside and out), loving, considerate and sincere people I've ever met. I can only imagine that she is but a fraction of the amazing person that you were. I trust that you are enjoying your new life while you continue to guide the loved ones down here. I look forward to finally meeting you one day, beyond those pearly gates. Rest in peace.
June 29, 2009
Verneil, Love and wishes for comfort to you and your family
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June 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time of loss.
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Rita Bibbins
June 23, 2009
Michelle, Rochelle, Vernell and Nikki. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your bereavement. I have known your mom and you all for several years from Petersburg Public Library, Petersburg High School to Piccadilly's. She took extra care of my family and me whenever we ate at Piccadilly's. She was a kind, loving, pleasant, devoted and strong person; as well as a wonderful woman. She will be deeply missed world. Stay strong and may God continously bless you.
Ruby LaGrand
June 22, 2009
To Michelle, Rochelle, Vernell & Nikita
Just know that you all have a guardian angel watching over you in heaven. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim, Ruby, Sonya & Reginald
Margaret & Arnold Johnson
June 22, 2009
To the Silas Family,
We were deeply sadden to hear of your mother's passing. She was a favorite of my husband's at Picadilly and was always willing to assist him with his wheelchair, tray and anything he might need. I will truly miss her beautiful smile and her conversation about her wonderful girls and son. God bless each of you and know that others share in your sorrow. Remember weeping may endure for a night but JOY comes in the morning.
The Johnsons
VaShonda Short
June 22, 2009
Dear Silas Family:
I offer you and your family my dearest condolences during your time of bereavement. I?ll continue to pray for strength for you and your family.
Coach John and Vanessa Thomas
June 21, 2009
Yesok was a fine women. While I may have never gotten to know her very well, I have known her through her children. I know that she was kind and loving mother as I met her in parental conferences as I taught her children. Wr pray God's strength and healing during this sad time, but remember to carry her with you every day as you live what she taught you.
Gary, Young, and Cathy Peterson
June 21, 2009
We are going to miss her smiling face and her laughter,,,, Our prayers are with you and your family...
Wanda Smith
June 21, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My father was one of her regular customers at Picadilly's. I saw her when I ate there with him, and I thought she was always so sweet and kind--a really beautiful person in every way.
Albert Dawson Jr., and Willa Robinson
June 21, 2009
To The Silas Family,
Oh what a beautiful and kind spirited person Yesok was. Friendly, smiling always, happy to speak about her husband and children and the accomplishments they all made. She was our favorite person at Picadilly.
We will surely miss her smile,and always goin out of her way to assist you. We are hearbroken to hear of her passing!
I know she is resting peacfully with God , she loved to talk about her church and singing in her choir!
God Bless her Husband,son and daughters all of whom we got to meet at Picadilly.
We will miss you Yesok!
Stacie Parham-Harris
June 21, 2009
Rochelle, My prayers are with your family.
June 21, 2009
We are so sorry to hear about your family's loss. You are in our prayers.
The Morton family,
Bert, Sandra and BJ
Raymon Bessxi
June 20, 2009
Harry,
My heart goes out to you and your family and if there's anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to call.
Robyn Moody
June 20, 2009
Yesok will truly be missed. She was such a delightful person and a wonderful friend. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and their time of need. God bless you all.
Winnie Mayton
June 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with Yesok's family during these sad times. She was a wonderful person and I always enjoyed talking to her at Piccadillys.
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