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Linwood Miles Obituary
He was born Dec. 5, 1974, to Linwood F. (Bunny) and Thomasine Miles. He attended the public schools of Hopewell and had obtained his GED.
He was formerly employed at Specified Interior. He loved to dance and was an avid fan of the New England Patriots and the Boston Celtics.
Besides his mother and father he is survived by his fiancée, Shameka White of Hopewell; a son, Dez John Miller; four daughters, La'Cura Z. Miles, Majik D. Miles, LaKilla White and Maia Courteon; a brother, Vul S. Miles (Amanda Miles); grandfather, Francell B. Miles; three aunts, Patricia Spruill, Mae Belle Crowder and Hazel Bailey; a great-aunt, the Rev. I.E. Watkins; five uncles, Archie Harrison, Sharkey Ragsdale, Marvin Green, James Thomas and Nathan Miles; a great-uncle, Clarence Ragsdale; two nieces, Yukiyah and Yasmine Tyler; two nephews, Kahleel Miles and JaQuon Moore; a cousin, Cedric Porter; and other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, at the Arlington Road Church of Christ, Hopewell; Brother L. Gilbert, pastor. Interment will be in Appomattox Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of Turner-Bland Funeral Home, Hopewell, William N. Bland Jr., funeral director; www.blandenterpriesinc.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Linwood Miles
Marvin Green
November 13, 2010
B.J. My prayers goes out to your brother, mother, and father, as well as the rest of our family. I know you haven't always seen eye to eye but the one thing that does not change is the love for family. We have had some great times together and you will truly be missed but the fun we have had will be cherished for the rest of my life. People may pass on but the memories that's shared lives on inside those left behind. Rest in Peace, Nephew (B.J.).
Michael Byrd
November 13, 2010
B.J. my prayers is with your mom, dad and the rest of our family. I know u and i had our ups in downs about the love for a family member never dies whether the person lives or not. B.J. u will always be alive in my heart and and the good time we had will live on forever. I love you, big cousin!!!
November 12, 2010
My prayers are with the Miles family B.J always knew how to put a smile on your face. I know you have plenty of memories to get you through this. Keep your head up Boog. R.I.P BJ. love LaQuell
Raymond and Wanda Blake
November 11, 2010
Dear Brother and Sister Miles,
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that our prayers are with you and your family at this time. We love you with the love of the Lord.
Brother and Sister Blake, Arlington Road church of Christ
Dominique & Shandell Coleman
November 11, 2010
My Prayers Goes Out To The Miles Family And Meka Its So Hard To Say Good Bye I still cant believe it BJ will truley be missed and his smile, laughter, and jokes he stayed having us laughing at him in the club and everywhere...Gone To Soon "BJ''
Dominique and Shandell AKA BD!!!! Hopewell, Va
porsha hill
November 11, 2010
To the Miles BJ will be sadly missed his smil his laughter and his jokes ...He always knew how to put a smile on your face he will be truly missed...
Shentella Duff
November 11, 2010
It's hard to say his name without thinking of something he's said or done to make you laugh. Its hard to believe that he's gone but he will never be forgotten.
Goodbye friend.
November 11, 2010
When I heard of the saddened news, I was like oh no not B.J!!!! No matter what kind of day you was having especailly a bad one Bj always had something whether it was what he said or what he did that would put a smile on your face. Bj will be truely missed but never forgotten, and My prayers got out to his family for no word can express the pain you are feeling in the lost of a loved one.
Carolyn Harris
November 11, 2010
To: Mr. & Mrs. Linwood Miles, Sr. & Family
Expressing heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your son, Linwood Jr. May the sweet memories of his life bring you comfort at this time of bereavement.
Tiffany, Lexis, Deandre Harris
November 11, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Alicia Savannah-Gibson
November 11, 2010
To the Miles family BJ was not just a friend he was known to us as family. This news of our loss has deeply sadden my heart.He knew he could light up a room and make everyone laugh. the memories will always remain. So to the family I say stay encourage and look to God to give you strength during your time of sorrow.
princess tyler
November 11, 2010
in loving memory of a wonderful person we will love and miss you always.princess & rashaan..........
November 10, 2010
Rest In Peace ...you will be missed !
Blakeley Wheeler _ Turner
Latricia (Trish) Parham
November 10, 2010
To the Miles family and his children, ur son, brother and father... was a real jolly person and he would want u to be the same way. So keep your head(s) and remember all of the good things he brought to you.
Melinda "To-To" Smith
November 10, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Torasha Blanding-Armstrong
November 10, 2010
My prayers go out to the entire Miles family, BJ was a great person to know, he was very honest and fun. May you find comfort in Psalms 61:2 (When my heart is overwhelmed; Lead me to the Rock that is higher than I.)
November 10, 2010
R.i.P B.J. u will be truly missed. charlene monroe(winston salem,nc)
Rosia Holloway
November 10, 2010
To Meka & Miles Family,
I'm sorry for your lost.Words can't express how I feel.BJ was one of a kind,the only way you could understand him is if you personally knew him.I will keep you all in my prayers.I luv you BJ R.I.P~You will be missed but never FORGOTTEN! (PEP)
leonora grant
November 10, 2010
rest in peace
November 10, 2010
The Miles Family,God is with you in this time of grief, and will continue to be with you. BJ will be missed.
Mr & Mrs James (Karo) Baskerville
PJ and Tiara Miles
cathy harris
November 10, 2010
r.i.p bj u will b missed
Demetria Ellis
November 10, 2010
r.i.p bj demetria ellis
November 10, 2010
To Linwood Sr, Thomasine & Yul
I cannot find words to say to you that can heal your sorrows at this time, but you may rest assured that earth has no sorrows that Heaven cannot heal. BJ was always a fun loving person and I will always hold those memories close to my heart at all times.
Lovingly,
Your Aunt Hazel
Brenda & James Lankford
November 10, 2010
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
November 10, 2010
A very funny and humorous person will be missed and never forgotton. A great friend and cousin all in one. I send my regards to his entire family and friends.
The Wells Family
November 10, 2010
R.I.P.BJ I LUV U YA SIS FOREVER
November 10, 2010
rip b.j. may your soul be at rest.
Tierney Taylor
November 9, 2010
To the family may god be with you in this time of grief. BJ was always very cheerful and fun to be around. He will truly be missed.
Brenda Davis
November 9, 2010
My heart is broken for your Family, I can say I know how you all feel. BJ never called me by my name he would just say HEYYYYYYYYYY Davis, and I would smile. May God bless you all in this time of sorrow.
Tamika Green
November 9, 2010
To the Miles family, may God continue to keep you during this time. Your family is in my prayers.
Adrienne Washington
November 9, 2010
To the Miles Family - My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. BJ was full of life and always knew what to say to put a smile on your face. May your fond memories bring you comfort.
Katrice Wade
November 9, 2010
I met Pearly a while ago, and he was so funny! He was singing and had me laughing the whole time I was around him. He will be missed. May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Kirk Allen
November 9, 2010
MY PRAYERS GOES OUT TO MR.& MRS. MILES AND ALSO YUL. MAY THE GOOD LORD BE WITH ALL OF YOU.
Nancy Miles
November 9, 2010
I light this candle for my Nephew BJ,
I am in continued prayer and support and sadness with and for Bun and Thomasine and Yul and all the Miles family.
Much love and prayers
Nancy Miles
November 9, 2010
To the family, may God be with you in your time of need. Kim McDowell, Hopewell, VA.
BJ will be missed!
markieca white
November 9, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Tonya Hill
November 8, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kirk Allen
November 8, 2010
BJ WAS LIKE A LITTLE BROTHER TO ME. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. PEARLY WOOD YOU WILL BE MISS DEARLY....R.I.P.
Senona Williams
November 8, 2010
I just wanna say it will kind of weird no seeing your face around anymore. U will be missed Beanie may u continue to shine your smile down on us.
jantyle jefferson
November 8, 2010
Bj you will be missed I have been hearing your voice every since I heard about this tragidy and I still can't believe u are really gone you have always been like a brother to me and I'm going to miss u so much r.I.p pearly you will never be forgotten believe that. Sincerly jont
LeAnn Crockett
November 8, 2010
To The Miles Family...I am so sorry for your lost. BJ was the type of guy that kept you smiling and laughing he was so full of life and it was never a dull moment with him. My prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
sheila miles
November 8, 2010
I'm very sorry that you had to leave us in such a way as this. Your smile, your jokes and diffently your personality will truly be remembered. To the family, continue to stay strong and my God continue to see you through it all. My deepest sympathy is with you all.
jackie mckeever
November 7, 2010
my prayers are with you at this time and always sister mckeever
Arlington Road Church of Christ
Necole Green
November 7, 2010
To my beloved friend, BJ Miles... It is too hard to say goodbye to YOU. To the family: You are all in our prayers. Booger (Yul), I hope you are okay. Take care of your parents and yourself during this difficult time.
November 7, 2010
We the Crenshaw Family have and will keep you in our prayers.....
November 7, 2010
I HEARD ABOUT THIS ON THE NEWES I DID NOT KNOW LINWOOD BUT I LOST MY BROTHER IN JUNE AND I KNOW WHAT LINWOODS FAMILY I GOING THOUGHT MY THOUGHT AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE MILES FAMILY .ROBERT FROM HOPEWELL
Andrea Gilmore-Jackson
November 7, 2010
Mr.& Mrs. Miles & Yul, please call me if there is ANYTHING I can do...804-835-5966....I'm here for the family.
You all are in my prayers,
Andrea & Shan
Andrea Gilmore-Jackson
November 7, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Ramon "Mack" Betancourt-Alvarado
November 7, 2010
Only things that I remember are the continuous laughs and smiles that you were capable of inducing, no matter what the situation. Pearly, you will be missed!
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