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Herbert Tilson Obituary
Born in Savannah, Georgia, a son of the late Rev. Richard Tilson and Bonzola Tilson. He was a Navy Veteran.
He is survived by his six children Herbert Tilson Jr., Renee Evora, Juan Tilson, Juana Tilson, Tina Desilets, and Lisa Arawole, 19 grandchildren and 13 great-grand children. He was the brother of 8 siblings, 6 brothers and 3 sisters, survived by 2 brothers Richard Tilson and Alonzo Tilson.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 11 am in Bell Funeral Home, 571 Broad St. Calling hour in the Funeral Home Tuesday 10-11am. www.bellfuneralhome.net
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Memories and Condolences
for Herbert Tilson
David, Diane, Jillian, Stephanie Wise
August 18, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful man. May God give you many happy memories of Herb and we are thankful to have many ourselves. We'll never forget his singing of "Old Man River"
Tyrone Tilson
August 15, 2008
Hey uncle Rest IN peace wow I got a chance to see you and the family last year ,family stay strong during this time blessings upon you all love you guys .
Trina Tilson
August 2, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you my family. I miss Uncle Herbie
Rebecca Lincoln
July 29, 2008
Dear Shirley and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Herbie's passing. I think of you all often and keep you in my prayers.
All My Love,
Rebecca Correiro-Lincoln
Clarah Martinez
July 29, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. May your memories bring you comfort.
Thank you for all of the fun times, I will never forget you!
Love always and forever,
Vivian Pratt
July 28, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Arthur & Lynn Zanfagna
July 28, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Cornel and Amy Young
July 27, 2008
To the family:
We just wanted to convey our sincerest sympathy to all of you at this time. We pray that God will continue to give you peace, comfort and keep you strong. Cherish the memories you shared together as a family. May God bless you all.
Michael Correiro
July 27, 2008
Dear Shirley & Family,
Cindy and I were so sorry to hear of the loss of our friend Herby. We were blessed to have you all as our friends. I will never forget the great meals on Friday nights and all the fun times at the Feast. Those are memories that will be with us now and in the Kingdom. We love you all and you are in our thoughts and our hearts.
All of our love and prayers,
Mike and Cindy Correiro
Carolyn Brown Sweeney Clinton
July 27, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Ellen Feldhacker
July 27, 2008
To the Tilson family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. It is a great loss to all of us who knew Herb and loved him. When ever I think of him, it always puts a smile on my face. He was one of God's very special children. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and my heart goes out to each one of you.
Ellen Feldhacker
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