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Sarah London Obituary

Age 94. Sarah received her heavenly wings on June 19th, 2020 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 19th, 1926, the ninth child born to the union of Shilo and Rebecca Neal, in Tchula MS. She will forever be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. Sarah was preceded in death by her parents Shilo and Rebecca Neal, husband Jimmie London, daughter Sarah (Dolly) Jones, 6 sisters; Lula Bell Howard, Elizabeth Walker, Annie Mae Hines, Rosemary Neal, Catherine Mae Hammond and Emma Lee Jenkins; 9 brothers; Willie, Rufus, Jerry, Levester, Odie, Johnny, David, Roosevelt, and Shilo Neal.

Sarah leaves to cherish her memory sons; Liney (Doris) Neal, Darniel (Karen) London of Gary IN., Duane (Pamela) London of Indianapolis IN., daughter Celestine (Tina) London of Gary IN., sons Chakaris (LaShelle) London of Flossmoor IL., Dominic London of Gary IN., 1 brother Robert Neal of Carson CA., 16 grandkids, 17 great grandkids, 18 great-great grandkids, and a host of nephews, nieces, and friends. Visitation Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Smith, Bizzell & Warner Funeral Home, 4209 Grant Street. Private funeral services Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Smith, Bizzell & Warner Chapel. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Jun. 28, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
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Francheska Nowlin

July 15, 2020

My condolences to your family. Ms. London was a nice lady.

Sherman Nelson

July 7, 2020

I would like to send my prayers and love to my big brother Darniel London and the entire London Family, during the homegoing of your Mom and Love One.

Sherman Nelson

July 7, 2020

I would like to send my heartfelt, prayers and love to my big brother Darniel London and the entire London Family, during the homegoing of your Mom and Love One.

Julia(Onion) Rogers

July 5, 2020

To the London Family, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dear Mother! Darnell and Duane and Family, I am Praying for God to give you all strength to go through this Storm! Im so sorry I just found out about her Homegoing! I Love you all!❤

Johnanna Ross-Weathers

July 2, 2020

My heartfelt Condolence for the loss of your mother, we pray your faith will give you strength.

Rest in peace Aunt Sarah!

Johnanna Weathers (Donald and Levell Ross)

Kevin and Regina Alcorn

July 1, 2020

We extend condolences to Duane, Pam, Sarah, DuJuanna and the entire London family as you celebrate the life and legacy of Mama London. May God comfort you and strengthen. We love you and God bless.

Antra Henson

July 1, 2020

Wishing you much comfort and peace of mind during your time of sorrow. She lived a long life. Take time to reflect on all the wonderful memories and the beautiful legacy she left behind. Stay strong and prayerful.
Antra

Lashaun dixon

July 1, 2020

Sorry for your loss London family. Shaun dixon

Evangeline Jackson

July 1, 2020

I will Miss Aunt Sarah! Loved her dearly! My Condolences to her Children, Brother and our Family. Evangeline Neal-Jackson

Reather Neal-Anderson

July 1, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful Aunt. We will love you and miss you always.

Reather Neal -Anderson

July 1, 2020

I love you Aunt Sarah

Bessie

July 1, 2020

Auntie youre going to be truly missed.When God calls we have to answer.I will always love you, rest well until we meet again. Bessie

Dianna & Alonzo Phillips

June 30, 2020

Liney, Doris & family- Praying for you all during this time of sorrow. Grandma Sarah left a great legacy. Her smile To be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord. 2 Corinthians 5:8. Family stay strong and keep trusting God for one day you too will meet again. Love you all dearly.

Catina Honey

June 30, 2020

Our Condolences to the Ed & the London Family!! Love Ted & Catina Honey Brother & Sister In Law from Detroit❤

Gerri & Brandon Battle

June 30, 2020

Dear Ed and Liney:

Brandon and I are so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Naomi Henderson

June 30, 2020

We want to be there with you all. Please know that we love all of you, and that we grieve with you. (Jerrys daughter)

Dora Walker

June 30, 2020

To the Family of Aunt Sarah,

A Limb has fallen from our Family Tree, Remember the good life when she was Strong. A light from our family is gone. Aunt Sarah was a Great Aunt. She had a heart of pure gold and her door was always open for family and friends. She was an amazing woman and you knew you could always stop by for a meal. When I was in the area for a meeting I would always sneek out the back door to go get a piece of her famous pound cake and some lemonade. I will always have the great memories of events at her house where everyone ate and fell asleep while watching TV. Family, let the Memories of Aunt Sarah become Treasures we can all hold onto forever. May God Comfort and Give Us Strength as We All Move Forward. GOD BLESS US ALL!! REST IN HEAVEN AUNTIE!! LOVE YOU!!



Her Niece,

Dora

Marie Bates

June 30, 2020

To Duane, Pam, and the entire London family, may God comfort you and sustain you during this time of sorrow. Keep trusting in God and he will surely bring you through.

Love,
Aunt Marie, Tony, Kim, Kimara, Kaden, and Josh

pamela carter

June 30, 2020

To Duane, Pam and the entire London Family,
I have enjoyed looking at all the wonderful and fun loving pictures of you and your family. Your legacy will live on and on. You have made such an impact in others lives. I'm so blessed to have been able to share a small piece of you through your family. Take your Rest!!

Tylar

June 30, 2020

No words could ever express how appreciative I am of the years, lessons, & love that youve shown me since birth . Thank you for always making me feel like family. Grandma, you were literally an angel on earth . Enjoy your heavenly wings .
To the London Family : Thank you for sharing her with us & adopting us as family as well . My prayers are continuously with you . I love you .

James Bartlett

June 30, 2020

We are sorry Duane, Pamela and family, to hear of the loss of such a great woman, Mama London. As we know this is not a loss to God. He has added a Magnificent flower to His Garden, this Garden is of Life and Light and Glory!
A Garden we Hope to see and be accepted into, one day. Her Legacy will Live on, in All her Loved ones. We will keep the London family in our Prayers.

James and Vanessa Bartlett

Sweet Thought Bouquet

Lilshana Woods

Sent Flowers

Gary and Sherr Green

June 30, 2020

To Duane, Pam and the entire London family,

We send you our prayers and love for God to comfort you during this time as only He can. May the moments you cherished bring laughter and joy in the days to come. We love you!!!

Cousin ReNita (aka L'ola)

June 30, 2020

Heaven has added another jewel to the family crown... Our family is praying for yours. Love you all!

Clarence Walket

June 29, 2020

Rest Peacefully Aunt
Sarah,Thank you for the love you always showed my mama and my entire family. Love you much Your nephew Clarence Henry Walker. Moochie .

Pat Vaughn

June 29, 2020

Very sorry for your loss, Duane, Pamela and Sarah. Mrs. London will truly be missed. She was loved by everyone who knew her. My prayers and love to the family. God bless you all!

Marian Reese and Family

June 29, 2020

Darniel and Karen, I met Mrs London a couple times, she was always pleasant and kind to me. My sincere condolences to you and your family. My prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.

Doniqueca Johns

June 29, 2020

My prayers are for God's comfort to surround your family. Virtual hugs to Pamela, Duane, and Sarah.

Zay

June 29, 2020

Rest well Auntie, you were a very sweet person. Love you.

Diann Dabney

June 29, 2020

Mrs. London was always sweet and kind and embraced all who came through her door. Her family mirrored her kind and loving spirit. Darniel being my "Bestie" my love and condolences are with you all!

Diann

Ford Ford

June 29, 2020

Extending my heartfelt sympathy to Pamela, Duane and Sarah.

Cookie London

June 29, 2020

Mama London,
You have been in my life over 40 years. We have had numerous private conversations and I will cherish them until we meet again.

RIP- Cookie London

Todd Deloney

June 29, 2020

So many Avenues
So many Paths
Too many Shortcuts
How does one determine ones life true direction
One needs a place within ones self;
A True Core!
Around which one struggles to live ones life
Something one recognizes as the center
So when one days grow shorter when one memories
start to slip away
There will always be something upon upon which
one can reflect
A source of strength!
A place of peace!
A true core!
Sarah Londons family was her source of strength,
her family was her place of peace,
her FAMILY was her center, her true core!

Charles Roy

June 29, 2020

My most sincere and deepest condolences to you and your family, this loss is one of the worse to endure. Praying that our Lord comfort you in your time of need .

Patricia Tatum

June 29, 2020

Mama Sarah was a GREAT person who always had LOVE & TIME for everyone! I an so grateful to have have to have known her. She will be missed, but she did what God directs us to do. She left good memories for all.

Nadine Jones

June 29, 2020

Sending condolences to the family.

Rosalind

June 28, 2020

To Celestine London & family, may you find comfort in knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Your Mom has earned her wings. Praise be to God!! May you forever cherish the great time's & memories.

Chenita Brown

June 28, 2020

Sending prayers and hugs to Duane, Pamela, and Sarah London. Im thinking of you during this time of your loss. Love you all!

Kimberly Jones-Lewis

June 28, 2020

Aunt Sarah, I dont know what would have happened to me without your nurturing and I am truly grateful! You will be truly missed...Love Kimmy

Quiana Stone

June 28, 2020

Sending love and light to the London family. Im thankful for Mrs. London taking care of me and my siblings (Phylicia Lewis and Reggie Hogan) when we were young. A true angel and Godsend to so many families.

mauarice mabon

June 28, 2020

Darniel and Karen,
As you grieve the passing of your Mother, know that those who care for you share your grief and wish you and your family comfort and peace as the Angels escort your Mother to her heavenly home.
Mothers hold their children's hands for a short while, but their hearts forever.
May hope sustain you, friends and family surround you and love give you strength. Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Maurice and Cheryle Mabon

Mia Walker

June 28, 2020

Thank you Aunt Sarah for loving each and every one of us.

Olean DB

June 27, 2020

Dear London Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. London kept her family close together and it was obvious she was so very proud of every one of you. She is lining your path in Love, Truth, Silver and Gold for the day you meet her to claim it!

Deborah Hutchison

June 27, 2020

My condolences to the family. May God comfort you during this time.

Kimberly, lydia, Fred and Christian

June 27, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Darniel London

June 27, 2020

Ma,
No words can truly express what youve meant to me. You were simply, the best. You enjoy your heavenly rest. Ill love and cherish you forever.
Your Son,
Darniel London

Mable Neal Youngblood

June 27, 2020

May God grant you peace and strength during this time. We are praying for you and your entire family.

Ulysses Foreman

June 27, 2020

Mrs. London leaves me and many others with too many warm memories of her love and her kindness, as we, her children's friends who were constantly at her door. She treated us all as if we were her children and we were the better for knowing such a lady! Our hearts are empty, but our souls are lifted that such a lady was a big part of our youth. She is with many of our parents now and that gives me solace! Rest In Peace!

June 27, 2020

My second mom.

Love,
Melvin L. Standifer & Jean E. Standifer

Pastor Donald & Evangelist Rosie Coleman

June 26, 2020

Family, the joy of the Lord will be your strength during this time. We will miss Aunt Sarah and her straight-to-the-point messages. Love you all!

Mable & Willie (Neal) Riley

June 26, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Aunt Sarah was kind and sweet to me, always.

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