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April Freeland-Young Obituary

Freeland-Young April Yvonne Freeland-Young, age 48, went home to the Lord Thursday, July 11, 2013. The family will receive friends Friday, July 19, 2013, 6-8 p.m. in the chapel of DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St. A second visitation will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at the King Arts Complex, 867 Mt. Vernon Ave. Celebration of Life service at the King Arts Complex will begin Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits

Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jul. 16 to Jul. 17, 2013.
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Still thinking about you, Sis.
Still find it hard to believe.
You were such a breath of fresh air in a stale and decaying world!!
Gone but not forgotten, Mrs. April Young

Khalifa Judge

Friend

July 11, 2022

My Dearest Sister, God has you forever safe in his arms, no more pain, no more questions. Continue to smile upon us until we meet again. I Love You Always.

Kimberly Marie Gentry-Westbrook
Sister/Best Friend

July 11, 2014

I miss you every day. I miss your beautiful smile and your laugh.
I'm so glad to have known how wonderful you were and to call you my cousin.
I love you

Hope Laney

July 11, 2014

It still seems like its not real, that your gone. I miss you so much. Such a beautiful person inside and out, always smiling. Never seen you without a smile. It hurts that I can't pick up the phone and hear your lovely voice. I will see you soon.....Your baby sis

Angela Brant

March 19, 2014

April,it took me a long time to look you up and this is how I found you ,Reggie ,melvin ADA,n April 4 the hard way in Mckinney Texas ,you will always be my Angel 20+yrs miss u Much.RIP luv u!

Reggie Goodwill

December 18, 2013

Love you always april and you will always be in my Heart forever,as I know it is likewise. We were perfect friends for one-another.

Tony Gartrell

October 29, 2013

Dear April you will truly be missed. I still from time to time look out front to see if you are next door. I will especially miss those hugs you would always give me and that pretty smile. You will forever been in my thoughts and prayers. May Almighty God Bless you and your loved ones.
Shirley TRent

October 23, 2013

Dear Sis RIH in his arms...You will forever be missed and Loved. Arnell Williams

Arniel Williams

October 14, 2013

You will be forever missed my sister!!!
Love your bro, Darnell Ranson

August 1, 2013

R.I.H. sUCH A Beautiful lady. Graceful and kind. Your smile I'll never forget. Thanks for accepting into ur life as ur niecey!!!

Love you much,

Loretta Sanders

July 25, 2013

Although I have never met April personally, I would like to express my condolences to the family. I know how hard it may seem but this life is not a dream hold fast to the Saviors hand because he always has a better plan. Though April's not here on earth you had her from her birth, now she's resting heaven bound and she'll finally recieve her crown.
By Mrs.Paula M. Ellis-House

July 25, 2013

A dove, a vibrant and gracious dove, has found its way back to paradise. Prayers and condolences to the Freeland and Young families. God, this is difficult. Peace be still.

Khalifa Judge

July 25, 2013

We pray Gods blessings on the family. May God comfort you all. April was a dear friend and will be missed
Rev Charles& Lynda Chatman

July 24, 2013

April you were always dear to me. You had a huge heart with that wonderful smile. You will be missed dearly. Love you

"P.J"

July 21, 2013

YOU WILL BE MESSED APRIL

shane foster

July 20, 2013

Lord keep your arms around the Family and Friends of April Yvonne Freeland-Young...

Lorianne Mitchell

July 20, 2013

I love you and will always remember our morning talks...the boys will make you proud....FLY HIGH

La'Tonia Wallace

July 19, 2013

May God's peace and love be with you all Freeland family on this sad day, God bless.

Karen Tribune

July 19, 2013

April, it was a blessing to have known u..always ,genuine, smiles and dynamic personality!
You truly will be missed lady!

Cherry

July 19, 2013

April, it was a blessing to have known u..always ,genuine, smiles and dynamic personality!
You truly will be missed lady!

July 19, 2013

i will miss you dearly april from shay

July 19, 2013

The Brittentine/ Hutchings family expresses sympathy to the family of April Freeland-Young. Mr. Young, Juanita, Valerie, Sonya, Angela, Jason, neices and nephews, may God wrap you in his loving arms, as you as you mourn the loss of your beloved.
Teresa, Ryan, and Tempest.

Teresa Brittentine

July 19, 2013

I had the pleasure of having April as one of my nursing students. April gave me so much joy in working with someone who truly cares and puts in the work to be great for all the right reasons. My prayers and thoughts go out to the family .
Wyman McCary II RN Columbus City Schools

Wyman McCary II RN

July 19, 2013

To the Carless Young and the Freeland Family. Words cannot express the feeling of loss of this beautiful young woman, April. Her radiant smile will be sorely missed. You have my deepest condolences and may the hand of God comfort you in his bosom at this time of loss of a beloved family member. Peace and love to you all.

E. Jeanne Boykin

July 19, 2013

To the family, my heart goes out to you at this difficult time. I grew up next door to Millie Freeland in Urbancrest. I remember April and her sisters coming to visit Miss Millie, their grandmother when we were kids. You will be in our hearts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.

Ilsa (Johnson) Terrell

July 19, 2013

April u were there for me wen i had no one """"u were there " My friend i am so going to miss u !!!!! U have received ur wing's !!!Now u can fly like the Angel u are !!!RIH ''''

Ebony Calhoun

July 18, 2013

April you will be truly missed. Such a beautiful spirit and sweet person. I was so happy for you at graduation you finally made it and you said you wasn't giving up no matter what. So proud of you. Fly high beautiful

Tanisha Forrest

July 18, 2013

My sincere prayers and supplications go out to the family of April.Special prayer goes to her father Norwell Freeland i can only imagine what you are feeling right now, just know that God is with you and he loves you and cares for you. He will give you the strength to make it through this.
Tenderely Minister Denise Woods

July 18, 2013

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family of April Freeland-Young.

Wayne & Kimberly Spencer

July 18, 2013

April you have been in my life ever since I meet my husband. We had great times together. You will always be a part of our family. You will be missed deeply. God always know when it is our time so we are glad you are at home with him in peace. Love you Ernest Evans Family

July 18, 2013

My dear friend april am going to miss u and that big beautiful smile. We grew up together as kids and then came back together at the Correction medical center where we reconnected and had a blast together! U will be truly missed. RIH. My prayes go out For Strenght in your time of sorrow for the family.

July 18, 2013

R.I.H. April. I am so glad I got to see you a few weeks ago. I will always remember all the laughs we had @ CMC when we first met and When I found out Sonya was your Sister and how we realize how small Columbus is. You will Forever Be Missed here on Earth but I know you will watch over everyone that you had ties to and the ones you never met. To Boogie N Sonya Dont ask the question Why, just Know that The Lord doesnt put things on our plate that he dont think we can handle. Hold on and keep the Faith. May God Bless you and Wrap and his arms around your family for this Is very sad time for all that knew April. RIP DIVA (APRIL)for I know the Lord will recieve you With OPEN ARMS....LOVE YOU. LaTrice Johnson

LaTrice Johnson

July 18, 2013

You are a sister that I never had you will be truly miss .. I will always Love you unconditionly sis...

April Freeland

July 18, 2013

April just met you a few weeks ago over my sister and brotherinlaw house and wow what a beautiful spirit RIH seem like we known each other for years. Love Janet Hill

July 18, 2013

April you will be missed in every way. The smile and sweet words of encouragement. Thank you for every talk we had just being girls. Lol.
To the family may God keep you in his perfect peace as you go though this time . April my Angel rest now in Heaven. Smooches. Michele Phillips-Mix

Michele Phillips-Mix

July 18, 2013

Sonja, may God keep you and bless you and your family in your time of need.

Wendy Stinchcomb-Clark

July 17, 2013

Back in the day I could look out of our side door on Belvidere and the alley to see you and your sisters house. Now you're an Angel looking down on all of us. My prayers are with your family. You'll be missed by me and all who knew you.

Kevin Watters and Family

July 17, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

July 17, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

July 17, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Dereck {BOO!} Richardson Sr

July 17, 2013

May God comfort and keep you in peace.

Sharon Johnson-Jones

July 17, 2013

Gone but never forgotten

Roni Robertson

July 17, 2013

I love you forever and always.

Hope Laney

July 17, 2013

This is truly a devastation to our community. Every time I seen April she had the biggest smile on her face. It was like she was so glad to see you. She will be missed. R.I.P April

The Quinichett Family

July 17, 2013

Prayers to The Freeland and Young Family. April will truly be missed.

Linnie Dickerson

July 17, 2013

To the Freedland /Young Family we would like to express our deepest sympathy. April always had a kind thing to say to me when we worked together and always had that smile.God will heal your pain for heaven needs Angels too! May you all find comfort in one another and remember all the good times and memories that April left with you. Be Blessed. From Angels on Assignment LLC.

Nannette (Lewis) & Nathan Payne

July 17, 2013

To April and her husband Carless always treasure the happy times that God has given you two together. And know that April is in a better place. I love you April and you will be missed. Love you much cousin Bee.

Ronda Boykin-Whitmire

July 17, 2013

To my niece April, a person who never met a stranger. Everybody loved her very much.

Love Aunt Avis Boykin-Smith

July 17, 2013

indeed a celebration of life well lived. u didnt have any kids thru birth, but u still had children.u got me, desi, harlem, niah, kas,bun, zave and lil curt. u were sooo amazing and was a positive influence on whoever was blessed with your presence. i love and miss u soooooo much.

sergio freeland

July 17, 2013

RIP my cousin April you will be truly miss.

Tina Moye

July 17, 2013

Words cannot express how you will be missed, your kindness & loving heart was seen by all! Cat

July 17, 2013

My prayers goes out to the family. April was truly a blessing to so many of us with that beautiful smile. Thanks April for all the talks we have had and for truly being a friend. Until we meet again my sista R.I.P

Von Clements-Beckley

July 17, 2013

You are truly a angel. Love pooh ( Lima,oh)

July 17, 2013

To My sister April(aka)Apple you truly are very special to many of us. You've are a blessing from God. Although God has called you home, you are still here with me always. I cherish every moment spent with you. You will always be MY BEST FRIEND FOREVER!! I Love You Sis. Kimberly known to you as Kae

July 17, 2013

The family is in our thoughts and prayers

Kenya Davis

July 17, 2013

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

July 17, 2013

I know I'm not suppose to question God, but he took a Angel when he took Ms. April.. Her smile and spirit will always be remembered . To the family she was a special and beautiful person inside and out.

Carla Smith

July 17, 2013

I am so proud of you and all you have accomplished. Give mommy a hug for me. rih

Neva Dunn

July 17, 2013

RIH APRIL YOU WILL BE MISSED

Ouida Dickerson -Stewart

July 17, 2013

This is TRULY a special person that will be missed. Our Lord and Savior makes no mistakes and he must have a better plan for you my dear. My Beautiful Angel please check on my Mom & Brother whom you known forever! Our Prayers goes out to your Loved Ones.

Sincerely My Love
Aprill (Jackson) Braswell & Family

APRILL (JACKSON) BRASWELL

July 17, 2013

R.I.P April, you were such a lovely and outgoing person. I can remember growing up, you, Val, Sonya, Tina, and myself hanging out in the summers having sleep overs, and hanging out at the pools. I will cherish those lasting memories. I love you all, my cousins and you are in my prayers. I am here for you! Love your cousin Toria

Toria

July 17, 2013

April was such a beautiful person inside and out. Haven't seen her in years but, I often wondered about her. When I saw her obituary in the paper it really broke my heart. My prayers go out to her family. RIP April.

Vanessa K.

July 17, 2013

I am going to miss you, Ms. April...Spread your wings and fly, mama...

Danielle

July 17, 2013

To the family, our prayers to you at this time of great sorrow for one so young, gone too soon. R.I.P. April, in the loving arms of our lord.

Flossie (Johnson) Walker

July 17, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the family. April was truly a very special lady. She had such a loving and caring way about her and she was the definition of determination.

Susan Hunt

July 17, 2013

I'm going to miss you Red!

alphonso mobley

July 17, 2013

Mrs Freeland & All the Sisters,

I'm sorry for this walk that you must take, But I can assure you that the Lord will see you through. As it is often said, and is true, Earth have no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. My Prayers go out to you all. April and that welcome smile will be truly missed R.I.P April

Tracey Tyree

July 17, 2013

My prayers go out to all who knew and loved April, may you find peace in knowing she has earned her wings,,

Tracie Fields

July 17, 2013

My condolences goes out to the Freeland family. April I'm so glad I had the pleasure of knowing you. May you rest peacefully.

Michelle Malone

July 17, 2013

Rest in Paradise Aunt April, its been a While since l seen but your still Gorgeous as Ever. We Love you and you'll definitley be missed ?... - Tocha, Gary n Kym Roulette

Latocha & Kym Roulette

July 17, 2013

I am so shocked and it is still unbelievable I had just wished you a happy birthday and you responded..To the Freeland and Young family you have my deepest condolences and I know this is so hard. Continue to be strong..

Cathy Jordan-Diggs

July 17, 2013

My heart is deeply saddened by the passing of such a lovely woman. She always shined with beauty and grace. words cannot express but to the family know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal, that she will be dearly missed but she has an eternal home now. may she rest in peace

Angela Darby-Savage

July 17, 2013

May the Lord bless and keep the family through out triumph. May you all smile often for my sister who has gone on home to be with the almighty father. Her work here on earth was completed therefore our father needed another angel amongst the heavenly sky.. So when it rains look up and see the rainbow of her beautiful smile telling us that she made it and please only cry tears of joy. I will miss her dearly until meet on the other side. Love you much

Carla & Barry Nickell

July 17, 2013

Praying for the family. She will be missed but never forgotten.

madina martin

July 17, 2013

I was so shocked to hear of her passing. May the Lord Bless and continue to keep you during your time of breavement. God Bless you all.

Phillipa Smith Davis

July 17, 2013

May you see God's light on the path ahead When the road you walk is dark. May you always hear,Even in your hour of sorrow, The gentle singing of the lark.
When times are hard may hardness Never turn your heart to stone, May you always remember when the shadows fall— You do not walk alone.

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths." Proverbs 3:5

Tracy Cudgel, Columbus City Schools

July 17, 2013

Marcia Tatum

July 17, 2013

I will always remember the comfort of your smile and your sweet personalty.. But God decided to call one of his most loveliest Angels home and you will not be forgotten. RIP while you RIH. April you will be missed.

Iris Johnson-Sheridan & Family

July 17, 2013

Tanya Kelley

July 17, 2013

Rest angel Your safe with the lord now.

Jeanette Sanders

July 17, 2013

To the family of April Freeland - Young my deepest condolences. I really enjoyed knowing April, she had such a beautiful spirit, always had a smile for you. she will be greatly missed! R.I.P. April!

Darlene Foster

July 17, 2013

Deepest Sympathy to the Famiy at this time of Sorrow.

lynn carter

July 17, 2013

Keep the light shining baby girl , love ya sis. Shell

Michele Mix

July 17, 2013

To the Freeland and Young family, my deepest sympathy, we will miss you dearly. But God missing his angel more, so rest now my friend. Join in with the other angels in Heaven ,, RIH SIS Michele Phillips Mix,

Michele Phillips-Mix

July 17, 2013

R.I.P April, GOD Bless, Val and Sonya.. Love you...

Tonya Barnes-Betters

July 16, 2013

MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FREELAND AND YOUNG FAMILY.. MY HEART IS TRULY SADDEN OF THE PASSING OF APRIL. VALERIE & SONYA YOU'RE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. APRIL WAS SO SWEET AND KIND SHE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. R.I.P. APRIL

Yvette Winston (Rash)

July 16, 2013

You will be missed and know that you are loved so very much! My prayers and thoughts go out to the family! May you rest in peace sweet Angel.

Jessica Van Linge

July 16, 2013

I pray that God would comfort your family in the time of grieving. Jesus said, "Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life. John3:36 vanessa

vanessa sykes

July 16, 2013

Sonia and the Freeland Family, I was deeply sadden to hear about April. She was a beautiful person who I admired growing up, while spending summers in Urbancrest with my cousins Helen and Kelly Belle. My heart goes out to you and I will keep you in my prayers. With deepest sympathy and love, Stacey

Stacey Wallace

July 16, 2013

Kay Henderson

July 16, 2013

I grew up with the Freelands on Whitethorne Avenue, You will be missed by many, what a SUCCESSFUL LADY, A TRUE GOAL GETTER. Prayers go out to the entire Family. RIH April..

Kay Henderson

July 16, 2013

RIP Ms.April. You will truly be missed.

monique winters

July 16, 2013

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