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Sylvia Kittrell Obituary
ATLANTA — Sylvia Jean Kittrell, 62, of Atlanta, Georgia went to be with her Lord and Savior suddenly on Sunday November 1, 20,2020 in her residence. She was born in Hillsboro, Ohio, the daughter of Gilbert Kittrell and Geraldine (Turner) Skinner. Sylvia graduated from Central State University, with a BS degree in Business Administration. She had a successful insurance career and graphic design business. Sylvia was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She was always a bright light when she entered the room. She was an avid traveler and lived life to the fullest. Sylvia is survived by her son, Chase Nance, of Atlanta, Georgia; mother, Geraldine Skinner of Xenia, Ohio; father, Gilbert Kittrell of Lincoln, Nebraska; sister, Paula Morton (Melvin) Clearwater, Florida; brother, Norman (Peggy) Ward Jr., Wilberforce, Ohio. A host of other family, and countless friends. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday November 21, 2020 at United A.M.E Church 286 East Church Street, Xenia, Ohio. Visitation will be at 11:30 am until time of service which will be at 12 noon. Social distancing protocol will be observed, and face mask will be required. Arrangements entrusted to Porter-Qualls-Freeman Funeral Home.
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Michael Richberg
November 12, 2022
Always in my thoughts and prayers .
Sei Caston
November 23, 2020
My thoughts are with you Chase and your family during this difficult time. God Bless my friend.❤ ....
Darwynn Barwick
November 22, 2020
It was truly a pleasure knowing you and your family may God take you in his arms and bless you forever rest in paradise! Olokikijulo!
Malva (Toni) Alexander
November 21, 2020
Sylvia emitted a light that was so bright that it lit up any space she was present in. Prayers and blessings to the Kittrell family and may you find peace in remembering all the great and good times that you shared with Sylvia!
Annette Townsell Hibbard
November 21, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Michael D. Wolfy Richberg
November 20, 2020
The Richberg family and CSU class of 1978 sends the Kittrell family our deepest heart felt condolences. She was always a bright star that lived life and friendship. Sylvia and her family as well as all the families I was so blessed to get to know since arriving in wilberforce from Brooklyn New York are such kind people. I cherish all the wonderful memories and friendships I gained. Sylvia you will be missed but never ever forgotten. For God , For Central , For State.
Lee A. Curtis
November 19, 2020
Sylvia, was a beautiful and confident woman who worked hard in all her endeavors. She will truly be missed and I send my Condolences to the Families.
Leah Tolliver
November 19, 2020
I was truly saddened to hear of Sylvia’s sudden passing. I pray that the family is comforted in knowing just how much she was loved by others. Rest well my dear!
Rob Bryant
November 19, 2020
My condolences to the family. Sylvia was truly a sweet and giving person and although I hadn’t seen her since graduating CSU I am deeply saddened by her passing.
Lisa Moody Lewis
November 19, 2020
Slyvia was a classmate a sweet hearted person and an extended family member! Even though we had not seen each other for many years I still remember our childhood playtimes her paula and Gilbert aka booboo! May God comfort her family with memories!!!
Gretchen Moore
November 19, 2020
So saddened by this beautiful loss of life! You will be missed!!
Rev. Dr. Gloria Wade Dillon
November 19, 2020
Sister Skinner and family, may you be comforted and strengthened by The Lord our God, the love and support of family and friends, and your many happy memories!!! Praying for you during this time of such grief!!!
Blessings,
Rev. Dr. Gloria Wade Dillon
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