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Vanest Freeman Obituary

Vanest Darcel

Freeman

AGE: 55 • New Castle

Departed May 31, 2016. Mother of Dr. Varleisha Gibbs (Tennessee George Gibbs II), Vacinqua Womack (Alisa Rogers), Josiah Smith, Wayman Smith and Nathaniel Smith; daughter of the late Allen Theodore Freeman and Thelma Freeman; sister of Crystal Cannon and Kastine Saunders; 4 grandchildren Janiah Morton, Dakota Gibbs, Zoe Womack and Tennessee George Gibbs III. She received her B.S. from Wilmington University, and her M.S. from Springfield College. Funeral 10am Fri, June 10th at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, 101 Washington Ave. Twin Oaks, PA 19014; viewing 8:45am to 9:45 am. Burial, Gracelawn Memorial Park

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Published by The News Journal from Jun. 7 to Jun. 9, 2016.

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Joseph Smith

June 9, 2023

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.

Roni Lewis-Chandler

June 1, 2023

An angel in Heaven, sleep easy my Sista!

Paulette Watson

June 15, 2016

My sincere condolences, love and prayers to the Family and loved ones during this difficult depart and transition of Vanest. She has left the physical plane as we have known her, but has gained a greater and eternal spiritual life everlasting. Even though it will sometimes be hard not having her with you physical, you can take comfort in knowing is forever around you protecting, smiling, loving and cheering you all. Knowing that with your love and memories she forever lives through your all.

June 11, 2016

First Giving honor to the Author and Finisher. Saddened by the loss of your human spirit but rejoicing for your eternal transition. You indeed were an inspiration to me. May God rest your soul and to continue to give your family the peace that surpasses all understanding.

Remember that God IS.

Peace and Blessings,

Dennis Jr.

Lillian Freeman

June 10, 2016

Farewell cousin Vanest. We never met in person, but it was such a pleasure to get to know you online. My prayers go out to the Freeman Family.

June 9, 2016

Condolences. Didnt know her personally but have been in her company many times. God's blessings for perfect peace for the family.

Marie Barber

June 9, 2016

I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Nessie..I will keep y'all in prayer...Love always the the Barber family

June 8, 2016

My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. May God strengthen you and help you endure.

Charma Bell

June 7, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family always. Heaven has another wonderful angel!

Deborah Whye

June 7, 2016

Vanest was such a beautiful and loving person. She was such an inspiration to many. May God be with her family at this time of sorrow.

Patricia Stallings

June 7, 2016

Dear Family,

Your loved one and I attended Wilmington College many years ago graduating - Class of 82'. She was a lovely person. May Gods grace keep you and your families.Prayerfully ,Patricia Stallings WC/WU

Roni Lewis-Chandler

June 6, 2016

What a loss ,you will always be remembered, you beautiful lady.

Raymond & Shirley Gibbs

June 6, 2016

Our condolences to Buggsy, the Smith Boys and the entire Freeman Family. May you be at Peace knowing Nessy is in God's Care...

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