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Roosevelt Parham Obituary
Left to cherish his memory are: his wife, Lucille J. Parham; two sons, William Parham (Muriel), Dinwiddie, and Delano Parham, Petersburg; three daughters, Deborah Singleton (Maurice) Colonial Heights, Donna Dillard (Roosevelt) Matoaca, and Ann Williams (Keith) Northern Virginia; one sister, Rebecca P. Manson; one aunt, Maybelle Coleman; his father-in-law, James A. Johnson; three sisters-in-law, Flossie M. Johnson-Ridley, Gloria W. Parham and Evelyn Parham; six grandchildren, Terri Newman Johnson, Dakarai McCullough, Roosevelt Dillard III, Devita D. McCullough, Ashley Holcomb and Deon Dillard; four great-grandchildren, Jaimen R. Newman, Jamar R. Johnson, Tamarian Greene and Timothy Greene; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends, very devoted friends are: Peter Bland, James Bland, Henry Lee Williams, Roosevelt Harvell, Bobby Harvell, William Wingfield and David Ware.
A funeral service will be held Thursday noon, Nov. 11, 2010, at Metropolitan Baptist Church. The Rev. William N. Bland Jr. will do the eulogy. Interment will be held in Dinwiddie Memorial Park, Dinwiddie. Family and friends are asked to assemble one hour prior to the service at the residence. Services have been provided by William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. Condolences may be placed on our website www.blandenterprisesinc.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Roosevelt Parham
November 10, 2010
Though we try to prepare, we are never prepared enough, but there is a compassionate God in heaven who sees, who cares, who comforts.
May God presence be with you during your grieve from the loss of your loved one.
Sincerely,
Dante, Kinyata, Felicia & DJ Evans
November 10, 2010
To Billy and the Parham Family
May the Lord's Hand of Compassion and Love and His Guiding Light from above shine down upon you and your Family during this time of sadness.
With Deepest Sympathy
Paula W. Harris and Family
November 10, 2010
To The Parham Family,
Are hearts were saddened when we heard of the passing of your loved one. Please accept our sincere condolences. We pray that the peace and strength of God will sustain you.
Rev. & Mrs. Leroy A. Cherry
Annette Howell Crews
November 10, 2010
As far back as I can remember, the Parham family home has been the cornerstone at Hawk and Custer - one of the loveliest homes in the neighborhood and some of the nicest people I have been blessed to know and grow up with.
Mrs Parham and all the Parham Family, you have my deepest sympathy at this sad time and that the many fond memories of Mr Parham will help heal the pain of your loss. He was a fine man and will be missed by this community.
Leon & Gloria Washington
November 10, 2010
Roosevelt's was a wonderful person always had a warm smile. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you.
Allie & Joyce Harris
November 10, 2010
Our condolences are with you. Remember, We never lose the one we love. For even though he's gone, within the hearts of those who care, His memory lingers on. May God bless you and your family.
Frances Pinky Brown
November 9, 2010
Mrs. Parham, Donna and Parham Family,
I'm sorry to hear of the Passing of your Husband and Father. The Family is in my thoughts and Prayers, God Bless all of you,
"May He Rest in Peace"
Zachary Savage Jr.
November 9, 2010
My condolences to the Parham Family. My prayers are with you during this time of such a great loss, he was a wonderful man. I will never forget the time my cab broke down on I-95 one cold night, Roosevelt and Pete came to help me(smile). May GOD continue to bless you.
Linwood Jones,Jr.
November 9, 2010
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME AND ALWAYS.
Kenneth Hawkes
November 9, 2010
Billy, Muriel and the Parham Family
Our prayers are with you and your family. God is there to comfort you, so stand strong and keep the love and memories to cherish.
Rev. Kenneth & Angelyn Hawkes
Louise Turner-Wyche
November 9, 2010
Please know that the lost you feel is being shared by all of us who had the privilege of being a part of the loving family associated with Roosevelt. His smile and warm welcome will be missed. We can find joy in the great times we shared and the wisdom he imparted to us.
Sabrina Robertson-Atcherson
November 9, 2010
To the Parham Family....
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of bereavement. May the LORD comfort you during your time of NEED.Always hold near the cherished memories you shared.
Sabrina & Dwight Atcherson
Fred J. Dillard
November 9, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cynthia & Johnny Fisher
November 9, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
November 8, 2010
Billy & Muriel, My condolences to you and your family. This is one of the best family around with love for one another. If I can help in any way, please let me know. Laura Wills
Rhonda Crafton
November 7, 2010
William and Muriel-I am so sorry for your loss. I know you are both heartbroken right now. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Please call me if you need anything at all. With love, Rhonda Crafton
November 7, 2010
Sorry to hear about your lost but God knows best,Roosevelt was a great person.This is coming from Margaret Green from old Brown and Williamson
love Margaret Fisher
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