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Mikell Durant Obituary
REV. MIKELL DURANT
AGE: 50 ISELIN
Rev. Mikell Durant, 50, died on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010 at home. Born in Charleston, SC, he resided in Iselin. He was formerly employed at Suburban Dodge, Metuchen, Sam's Club, East Brunswick, and Costco, Edison. He was a member of Macedonia O F W Baptist Church, Piscataway, Ordained minister at church member of the District Union # 1 of Central Jersey; Middlesex Central Baptist Associations; Chaplain, affiliated with United Chaplain International.
Predeceased by wife, Patricia Durant, 2007; parents, Clink and Daisy Durant, 3 brothers, Cal, Clink, Jr., Thomas Durant, and a sister, Nancy Perry. He is survived by 3 sons, SSGT, Shawn Edwards, United States Marine Corps, Jacksonville, NC, Michael Brown, and Wendell Ray of Charleston, SC and a step son, Patrick Lee of Edison; 7 siblings, Brenda Braker of South River, NJ, Walter Durant, of Charleston, SC, Elmer Durant, Jacqueline Singleton, David Durant, Elizabeth Hamm, and Arthur Ray Durant, all of Charleston, SC; 4 grandchildren; special friend, Sharon JanKech of Woodbridge, NJ.
Arrangements are by Anderson Funeral Service, 201 Sandford St., New Brunswick. Service on Friday, Nov. 19, 2010 at 11am at Macedonia Original Free Will Baptist Church, Highland Ave., Piscataway. Viewing on Friday, 9-11am at the church. Entombment at Franklin Memorial Park Mausoleum, North Brunswick. In lieu of contributions, you may donate to the Brick Fund of Macedonia OFW Baptist Church, Highland Ave., Piscataway, NJ 08854.
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Charles Jankech Sr.
November 19, 2010
I have known Mikell only a few short years and found him to be a wonderful person to have as a friend as well as a great traveling companion. I am very sad that our friendship could not have lasted longer and will be forever grateful for how wonderfully he treated my son and grandson. I am certain Mike will walk hand and hand with God in Heaven.
lannie&Rose Paschall
November 18, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Odell & Karen Harrington
November 18, 2010
Ten years ago we had the pleasure of meeting Rev. Durant at Macedonia, and enjoyed the 8'oclock service he would preach and the ones he continued through the years. We knew alot about him because he preached about his life and how he was saved. He knew and loved the Lord and the Lord loved him. Now may Rev. Durant and his loving wife Patricia rest in peace together in Heaven.
Dea John & Tamme Webb
November 18, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cindy Johnson
November 18, 2010
Brenda,
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.
November 17, 2010
We were deeply saddened to hear about the death of Mikell. He was such a kind and gentle soul. His smile brightened up the room. Being around Mikell was a happy time, he will be missed dearly.
Sincerely,
Tom & Donna Kara
November 17, 2010
God puts people in your life for a season and for that season Mikell has had been a great influence on who I am today. Mikell Durant (Candybar Man) will be dearly missed. Mrs. Quanika Lassiter-Auten and Lassiter Family
Toni Gamble
November 17, 2010
I've known Min. Durant for more than 15 years. He and his wife Patricia were the perfect pair! They were both funny and full of life. One thing I can say without hesitation is that Mikell preached God's word with clarity and vigor! He loved God and God's people. I am convinced that he is now resting in the arms of Jesus. He will always be remembered.
November 16, 2010
I had the pleasure of meeting Mikell a few years ago and will treasure the times he shared with myself and my family. He was a gentle and caring man that will be missed by many. Dave Coen
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