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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Sharon Parker
January 17, 2010
My prayers and condolences to the family. I recently found out on Christmas day, 2009, that Celestine went home with the angels. Celestine was one of a kind and that magnetic smile......she always had a smile on her face. She will never be forgotten and all the inspirational talks we had will always be in my heart. Rest in peace.
Marcella Cromartie-Luster
October 3, 2009
To the Braxton family,
You will never know how much I will miss Celest, she was like a big sister to me and I am sorry that I did not hear about her passing until it was too late I would have been there and I wish that I had not missed her phone call a couple of months ago, I never got the chance to call her back because had so much going in my life and I really regret this. Because Celest and I had some many good times though out the years she prayed with so often and gave me so much encouragement in my times of troubles and she celebrated with me in my time of joy. She was a true angel, even with me moving to North Carolina she still kept in touch, I wish I could have said goodbye, but I guess God wants me to just remember the good times, I just want to say that I love and I miss her. But I know that the Lord will help all of you, to get though this tough time.
September 24, 2009
Darryl and Kristina,
Words cannot express what I am trying to say. My prayers and sympathy will be with you now and always. The smile Celest has will brighten up the sky. If there is anything that I can do, please do not hesitate to contact me.
The family sends their regards also.
Stephanie D. Scott & Family
Lewis Tyler
August 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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Jeffrey O. Jones
August 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Robert Henderson
August 27, 2009
To the Family of Mrs. Celestine Clarice Braxton
With our deepest sympathy and love you are in our prayers. Love, The Henderson Family
Joyce Monroe-Saunders
August 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
August 27, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
August 27, 2009
To Darryl,
I remember your wife from the Christmas parties and other unit functions.She was a lovely person.
Marvin Jefferson
(JEFF)
80th Log Group
HATTIE JOHNSON
August 27, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Renae Shaw
August 27, 2009
Auntie we are going to truly miss you. I took me a while to write because I have so much that I would like to say. I hold so many great memories from when I was a child up until now, and the best part about it is that you shared the same love and affection with my husband and children. When I think back to when I was a little girl I can remember you taking the time to show me and teach me how to be a young lady. You also shared your talents and skills with me by teaching me how to arrange flowers, cooking many of my favorite dishes and the list goes on and on with our love for crafts. I give a lot of credit to you. I can go on and on about the many memories that I have to remember you by. But the one that I hold most dear to my heart is this past Mother’s day when you sung your favorite song "I'm still holding on". I remember you being so filled with the spirit and the words from the song change the atmosphere. Every time I get a moment I'm going to go out and sit on my deck and think back to that very special day and remember you singing and talking to the Lord in your own special way. We love you and will truly miss your presence.
Love Always,
Renae Shaw & Family
L. R. James and Daughter
August 27, 2009
To the Braxton Family, Everyone of you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Continue to trust in God for strength and comfort for the days ahead. Psalm 69:30- I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving.
Kim S
August 27, 2009
It's hard to fathom the loss of such a great person. It had been a long time, but when I got to see her just about everyday at work, it was great. We were both doing something we really enjoyed. And now its unreal.. Aunt Cherry I love you and miss you. Uncle Darryl and Kristina continue to keep God in your life and I will keep you in my prayers.
Carlton Griffin
August 27, 2009
AUGUST 27, 2009
To Darryl & Family
My prayers have been with you and family every since i found out she was sick. May god bless you and family in this time of sorrow.
Carolyn Hall-Battle
August 27, 2009
TO THE BRAXTON FAMILY,SO SORRY TO HEAR THE PASSING OF CELEST. SHE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBER BY HER LOVELY SMILE. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY TODAY AND ALWAYS. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO GIVE YOU STRENGHT AND COMFORT.
GOD BLESS YOU,
HALL FAMILY (CYNTHIA,CHERLY,LYNETTE,LARRY)
Aldenette Griffin
August 26, 2009
To the Family of Celestine Braxton:
You have my most deepest sympathy.
In times like these we need a
saviour, In times like these we need an ancher,hold together to one another and lean on that Rock called Jesus,take comfort in knowing that he will never leave you.
Easter will always be special to me because, Celest would start a month in advance decorating the house with all of stuffed bunnies and their accessories ,her smile and the voice of an Angle, all these things I will charish.I will miss her.
Thank God for the time he loaned her to us.
Love,
(Net)
Larry/Deborah/Tiffany Neblett
August 26, 2009
To the Braxton Family:
It was truly a shock and extremely sad to hear of Celes' passing. I had not seen Celes for many years, but I still remember her smiling face during the time our daughters were in girl scout together. She was such a loving and caring person. My family and I are praying your strength during your time of sadness. May God continue to Bless you and keep you strong.
August 26, 2009
Absent from the body means being present with the Lord. Darryl & Kristina, our prayers are with you & the rest of the family. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Celes. I still find it hard to believe. I thank God for the memories. If you should need us for anything, just call. Mary Bettis, Mary McCaskill (Lil Mary) and Family
Bobbie Meriwether
August 26, 2009
Darryl & Family:
It is always hard to loose those close to us especially a child or spouse. Through the pain and sorrow may God draw you and the family near to dry your tears, heal your pain, and give you strength. Through your weakness may He make you strong and give a peace that passes all understanding.
His and yours,
Bobbie
Brenda Jones
August 26, 2009
To Darryl & Family:
I was reading the obituaries on Sunday and saw that Celest had passed! My heart dropped! I remember seeing you guys at the JFK Class Reunion looking just as beautiful as you always look with those big smiles. I've always said since we were in highschool over 30+ years ago, that you guys were truly soulmates! GOD needed Celest beautiful smile in heaven and have now called her home. Darryl my prayers are with you and your family. I pray GOD'S blessings and strength to cover you all and help you through this. Remember all the good times you guys had and know that each time you look in the sky and see a star, Celest is looking down and smiling on you. God's faith makes things possible....not easy. Know that God have called a beautiful flower home to place in his garden. My prayers are with you. Brenda Casey Jones (Class of 1972 - JFK)
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August 26, 2009
To Darryl Braxton and Family ' Weeping May Endure For A Night But Joy Comes In The Morning ' May the Lord bless and keep you and your Family in these trying times. Ruben Bryant co-worker and Friend.
Kristina Braxton-Scarborough
August 25, 2009
I would like to thank everyone for their help and sympathy as my father and I try an make it through this tough time. We Know that God is a way maker and a provider. So again we say Thank you!
JaNet Mitchell
August 25, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Janay, Janya Craft
August 25, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Mickey McCleskey
August 25, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
YOUR SON DAVON
August 24, 2009
MY PRAYERS GOES OUT TO THE BRAXTON FAMILY..SHE WAS ALWAYS LIKE A MOTHER BUT AS WE ALL KNOW SHE WAS ALWAYS AN ANGEL...I LOVE U MAMA..AND U WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART..
George S Washington Jr
August 24, 2009
Darryl and family I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife my heart goes out to you since i been their just a little over a year since I lost my wife.God be with you and your family in your time of sorrow
Walter R Cox Sr
August 24, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
August 24, 2009
My prayers goes out to the family of one of the most nicest person I met.
I known her as Mama Celes.God bless.
Arlene Chandler
Anita Griffin
August 23, 2009
Dear Celest( my other Mother)
You my friend will be dearly missed, your smile, your wit, your advice, your ear, your shoulder, the times we shared will never be forgotten. Love You Soo Much!!!
August 23, 2009
August 23, 2009
Darryl, Alfred and I would like to offer our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family in the passing of your wife Celestine. We pray that the Lord will craddle you in is loving arms during this time.
Alfred (Sonny) & Yvonne Harris
Barbrette Jones
August 23, 2009
I would like to pay my respects to Darryl and the family on the lost of their Wife, Daughter, Mother and Grandmother, Celestine.
May God Bless and keep you as our prayers are with each of you during this time and time on.
Celest surely will be missed but, we will always remember her bright smile and that will always remain in our heart.
God Bless.
Barbrette and Allena
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