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Jessica Jefferson Obituary

Jessica (Gilbert) Jefferson Lansing Age 61, daughter of William and Lula Mae Gilbert, Jessica passed away Sunday, September 27, 2009. She is survived by her son Deveone (Mary) Gilbert and a host of extended family and friends. Jessica loved music and her soap operas. She worked for the State of Michigan in Civil Service for thirty years. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m.. Friday, October 2, 2009 at Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw, Lansing. The family will be accepting visitors 2-4 6-8 Thursday at Tiffany Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jessica's name to a charity of ones choice. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.tiffanyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Sep. 30, 2009.

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October 13, 2009

My Mother-in-law and my friend. Jessica & I had not only had a friendship, but love & respect for each other also. We both were in agreement that Deveone is an amazing man. I will truly miss her laughter and her not-so-subtle hints of grandbabies. I thank her so much for giving her blessing on our marriage and all the love she gave me. She adored her treats and it makes me happy that "Mary cookies" were her favorites! Love ya always Jessica!!
Mrs Mary Gilbert

Angela Green

October 8, 2009

Deveone,
I was sorry to learn of your mother's passing. Jessica and I worked together years ago and shared many laughs. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless you and comfort you.

dev

October 8, 2009

I will forever be your sonny boy. I love you mom.

October 8, 2009

Deveone,
I also grew up with Jessica and my parents and Jessica parents were great christian friends. We attended church, school and other functions together. I have pic of Jessica as a child and at my 16 birthday party on So. Butler street. Jessica remembered me each time I visited her at the Pines. We had great conversation about the past. God will continue to bless and keep you, always keep God 1st in your life.

Mae Tanner

October 1, 2009

Deveone and Family, I am sorry to hear about the loss of Jessica.I grew up with Jessica and went to Friendship Baptist Church with her and her parents. My parents and your grandparents were from the same city in Tenn. We are both related to the Royster's family, May God bless you and your family.

Linda Templeton-Crutcher

Bonnie Koeppe

October 1, 2009

Deveon, I worked with your mother for many years. There were several occasions when we got together after work and she was so much fun.

I offer my sincerest condolences,

Elaine Demps

October 1, 2009

I agree with your Aunt Marilyn this is a lovely picture of your mother. My name is Elaine Semps and I am a childhood friend of your mother. May the Heavenly Father bless and keep you and your family as you go though this most difficult time.

Diandrea White

October 1, 2009

May God Continue to streghten you Deveone(Mary), Our prayers and thoughts are with you, we are here for you. We love you both. your Family, Dede, Raymond, Sandy, Tommy, Kamara, Karla.

Paula Rogers Hughes

September 30, 2009

Deveon, May God comfort you during this time and grant you devine peace. Jessica was a very talented piano player. Kay and I took piano lessons from your mom. We always referred to Jessica as "Cousin" because our families were from Tennessee. I pray that her loving spirit and memories will always remain within your heart.
Much Love to you and Mary.

September 30, 2009

Deveon, Jessica was like a sister to me and my family. We all loved her dearly. You were one of the best son a mother could ask for. God bless you & Mary. You have my deepest sympathy, and much LOVE. You can always come to me and Phillip for support. Aunt Nancy & Phillip

Mary Stokes

September 30, 2009

You have my deepest sympathy. I used to stay with Jessica and the French girls. I knew both of her parents.
May God bless you.

September 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Dev and Mary. You were an awesome son to her, to say the least. God Bless, let us know how we can help in this time. Love Karen & Jim Courtney & Adam

Jeff.

September 30, 2009

Eternal Peace.

Jeff

September 30, 2009

May the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ grant you eternal peace.

September 30, 2009

Deveone, this is a great picture of Jessica, she looks the way I will always remember her with that beautiful smile. Deveone, God will continue to bless you, your have been an extraordinary son, supporter, friend and caregiver to your mother. She truly loved you and so do I. .....Aunt Marilyn

Janice,Joyce,Jerry & Butch Sweet/ Fairley

September 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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