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for Sylvester Davis
wineisha johnson
April 14, 2006
Every day I think about the times you had me laughing. I miss seeing you everyday. As the days go on I miss you more and more. I love you Vest.
Tessa and Ayanna
April 4, 2006
It has been months now and the memories of the few years that we known Coach are still fresh in our hearts. We still shed a few tears, but we know that he is in the best place to be. We love you and miss you very much.
dewayne barnes
February 11, 2006
To one of my up standing homies, hated you had to leave in a terrible fashion. Always remember the good times about you. Your dreams will still be fulfilled, cause I know that God is watching over your family and giving them the strenght that you have to still carry on with you in the memories. MUCH LOVE DEWAYNE "DEE-DEE" BARNES. To the family, you are always in my prayers and may you keep your faith in God.
Wineisha Johnson
December 11, 2005
Let me first start by saying you are the best brother that anyone could ever ask for. You're the only brother I had. I can still remember our last conversation...you always had a way to make people smile even on their worst day. You will truly be miss and never replaced. Thanks for everything. I love you and your life will continue to shine through those that love you.
To my brother-Rest In Peace
Tawanna Johnson
December 11, 2005
I met Vest years ago when i was a little girl. Vest always had the biggest smile whenever i saw him and every since the day we met he always called me Lisa Bell. I will miss you and its hard to accept that you are not here but i know you are in a better place.
Rest In Peace Vest.
Love,
Tawanna Johnson aka Lisa Bell
Daisy Johnson
November 28, 2005
My dear son, each and every day I listen to hear that voice, but I know that you are resting in God's palace now. I really miss you. I thank God for the 17 plus years you were in my life. I will always cherish the wonderful memories of you and I will always keep that enduring spirit of you alive in my heart. You were my son, a loving son you were. I know you are smiling down on us now. Your presence can be felt. Miss you. Love MAW and Mr. J.
Scott Harris
November 24, 2005
To the family and friends of Vester, I give my sincere condolences.
My friend, may your legacy live on in the many lives you touched, what ever avenue that my have been in.
As I share a tear from the news of your passing, it is for the many times you and I was able to be around each other during school and on the field.
Thanks, for the Happy memories.
Rest in peace my classmate, teammate, friend and most of all my Brother in Christ.
Sabrina Britt
November 21, 2005
Rickards High School
Felicia Paramore
November 16, 2005
Family and Friends of "June", when you find it difficult to accept God's will, remember His love and promise to never leave nor forsake us. Brandt wrote:
Savior, please stay close beside
Be my comfort, Lord, and guide
When I'm troubled, tempted, tried,
May Your love and grace abide.
I pray God's peace and comfort for you all. You will see him again!
GARRICK BELL
November 13, 2005
MUCH RESPECT TO THE DAVIS FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF LOSS.THIS CLASSMATE WILL BE MISSED .
Earl B. Rabess, Jr.
November 10, 2005
My sincere respects and condolences go out to the Davis family. Stay strong for yourself and those who look to you for guidance.
Rest In Peace Sylvester. Until we link up again, walk good. Be easy Brethren.
Andrew Brown and Family
November 9, 2005
Vest will truly be missed. I remember the 1st time I met him hanging with Vern, Shey and Kilo. He was a cool fellow and which we kicked it off as if I was one the boys from high school. Then a few years later I found out why we kicked it off like family, because we were family. Gonna miss you "cuz" (one of his favorite words he used to say). I pray that God keep our family strong and his immediate family even stronger, love all of you.
The Browns
REV. ERNESTINE HODGES
November 8, 2005
TO THE DAVIS AND GAINEOUS FAMILY. GOD IS TO WISE TO MAKE A MISTAKE AND TO JUST TO DO WRONG. MAKE GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF BEREAVEMENT.
Donna Jackson-Ward
November 7, 2005
To the Davis and Gainous Family,
My Daughters was very close to
your son. So if they were I knew he was a very nice gentleman. I read "The Purpose Driven Life, by Rick Warren.
Ms. Brenda K. Scott
November 7, 2005
To the Davis and Greene Families,
I was so sad to hear of the passing of Sylvester. I had the pleasure of teaching both Sylvester and Tonya years ago. I have fond memories of them both. It hurts when someone so young passes away but God knows exactly what He is doing. We have to lean on Him and trust Him during this painful time.
It is my prayer that God will bless and keep you all until we meet Sylvester again in Heaven.
Sincerely yours,
Brenda K. Scott
YOLANDA GORDON
November 7, 2005
TO THE DAVIS FAMILY I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOST.SLY WILL BE MISSED.I WILL NEVER FORGET THE MAN WITH THE KINDESS HEART,AND PRETTY SMILE.HE IS WITH GOD NOW.BLESS YOU DAVIS FAMILY
fondrekia arnold
November 6, 2005
To the Davis family
My prayers and thoughts are with you doing your time of loss.Vest i will surely miss you. but i know you are in a better place.
Rickards High class of 1991
Fondrekia Arnold
GILBERT Brown
November 4, 2005
To the Davis family, we know that when God call for Vest to come home, he knew he was getting someone whose special.
Leon High School Class of 1991
LaShunda White
November 4, 2005
To the Davis and Gainous families, my heartfelt condolences to you. I pray God's strength for each one of you. Vest was such a kind and respectful man. I met him years ago, through Tonya's sister. Kejika, Adrian & I had a lot of laughs when Vest was around. Even those times that I would see him around town, he would always have a smile and would only have kind words to speak. It's wonderful to know that though we can't see him, his spirit lives on. He left a precious gift behind: Kayla. Tonya, I pray that you & Kayla will be strengthened in Christ Jesus, and will walk in every blessing that He has set up for your lives. He is your Comforter & He is Love. Rest in peace, Vest, until we meet again.
Love,
Marsha Luke-Baker
November 4, 2005
To the entire Davis Family:
May God bless and keep you during this time of sorrow. My prayers are with all of you.
James S. Rickards c/o 1991
Gloria Burke
November 4, 2005
To The Family: Please know that we have kept your family in our prayers since receiving the news about Sylvester. Sylvester was a co-worker with us at the Parks and Recreation Department, and we will sincerely miss him. We will miss talking with him daily on the phone, miss his visits dropping off payroll, but most of all we will miss his contagious smile. He was one of the most genuine individuals we have ever met. He has touched and made a difference in so many peoples life. May God Bless each and every one of you - Gloria Burke/Carrie Pittman/LaSandra Menendez
Monique Ewell
November 4, 2005
I feel blessed to have had the opportuntity to know Sylvester as a friend, a classmate, a successful adult and as a role model. He will be missed in many ways by many people and always remembered with a "SMILE".
NICK ADAMS
November 4, 2005
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE DAVIS FAMILY.
EVEN THOUGH WE NEVER HUNG OUT AND EXPRESSED OURSELVES TO ONE ANOTHER, I LOVE YOU LIKE A BROTHER. I REMEMBER WHEN YOU USED TO VISIT TONYA AND I WOULD MEET YOU TO THE DOOR AND YOU WOULD GREET ME WITH ABOUT FIVE HARD PUNCHES TO THE STOMACH. I LOVE YOU FOR THAT MAN. WHEN YOU THINK OF HIM,DO IT WITH A SMILE, BECAUSE EVEN THOUGH HE'S GONE, HE WILL ALWAYS LIVE THRUGH HIS LOVE ONES."UNDERSTANDING VEST", YOU COULDN'T WRITE A BETTER POEM.
THE LAST TIME I SEEN SLICK WAS HOMECOMING SATURDAY! HE SEEM TO BE HAVING A GOOD TIME, AND THAT'S THE WAY I WANT TO REMEMBER HIM.
HEY MAN, THE BOYS SAY WASSUP!
VERN,BIG C,STEVO,DARYL,MIKE, K-RICK, HERM AND BRUCE WAYNE.
Debra Murray Barrington
November 4, 2005
Weeping may endure for a night, but JOY cometh in the morning. May the wind of the Holy Spirit breath into your lives, that He does sovereignly, and completely satuate and comfort each of you. May HE pour out His stillness of Peace, His Joy, and embrace you with His sustaining Power and proven Love, Forever! HE reigns forever!!!
Perpetual Love In Christ;
Tadarrayl Starke
November 4, 2005
Coach, you were always a big brother to me, from the time I started at Dade Street. You helped me to learn the values of friendship and responsibility. I will miss you. You will forever be on my mind.
You made the difference in the lives of so many people. I can only wish that my legacy would be half as impactful as the one you leave behind. You are a great man, and wonderful friend, and a powerful role model.
See ya when I get to Heaven,
Natasha Acoff
November 4, 2005
My prayers and deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Sylvester. May GOD be with you!
Natasha Acoff
(sister of Don Parker c/o 89)
Keith Milton
November 4, 2005
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Davis family. Truely "Vest" was great person with the friendliest of personalities. Vest, now that your work is done here and you enter into Heavens Gates, I know that god will use your talents there in the same manor they were used here. You will be missed but never forgotten! ("Bean, your friend for life).
Oneika Williams
November 4, 2005
To the Davis & Gainous family I pray God's peace and comfort upon you during your time of sorrow. Sylvester will truly be missed and his kindness and that everlasting smile forever remembered. Continue to look to the hills and know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Rickards High c/o 91
Mr. & Mrs. Benny Hill, Jr.
November 4, 2005
To the Davis Family,
It saddens me to hear the loss of such a great, and valued person. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family, and friends that has suffered because of this tragedy. I knew Vester, as they called him, but wasn't one of his classmates, just one good friend sharing good times with another good friend. He will be missed, by all that knew him. God Bless!
Wanda Lee-Jackson
November 4, 2005
To The Family,
My heart and prayers are with you doing your loss.
James S. Rickards c/o 1991
Coressa Wright
November 4, 2005
My deepest sympathy and prayers to the family of Coach Sylvester Davis, Jr.
There are many memories that my family and I will forever cherish of Coach Sylvester. His love for the children at the center was great. He was there as there mentor, friend, and for some as their father figure. My boys will miss racing to the center just to say hi, they have promised to make you proud.
Send us that warm smile that you carried everyday from heaven.
Tony, Terrance, Trent, and Ashley.
LaShawnda Howard-Flagler
November 4, 2005
To The Davis and Ganious Family
My prayers go out to each and everyone of you in your time of sorrow.
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.(Matthew 5:4)
May you remember that we loved him but God loves him more.
Sam & Natasha Carter
November 4, 2005
To the entire Davis family,
I had the honor to know 'Ves'when I met my husband(Samuel Carter).Ves was more than a friend he was family, a uncle to our children and a brother to my husband.On Oct.26 we loss a very dear love one, but what gives me joy is knowing heaven gained a very special angel.On the behalf of the Carter and Williams family we extend our heart felt sympathy and prayers to the entire Davis family and especially Tonya and Kayla we love you and we pray God comfort you during these trying times.
Love: Sam ,Natasha,Keiera and Jalon Carter
Stephanie Glenn
November 4, 2005
I have known Sylveser since I was a little girl. I can remember him always coming to my house to see my brother Johnny Glenn. He was like a member of my family. Always very nice and a great person to be around. He will always be in our hearts and his family will be in our prayers. Rest in peace!
Keyvette Pendleton
November 3, 2005
To the Family and Friends of Sylvester Davis Jr.
No words can express the pain and sorrow of losing a loved one. May GOD comfort you in your time of bereavement.
Keyvette Pendleton
Rickards High School Class of 1991
Koneisha McGuire
November 3, 2005
"June",
You will be forever missed. As a classmate,friend and most of all a wonderful person. My heart and prayers go out to the Davis/Gainous family.Especially Tonya and Kayla. I will always remember "June" on the football field in a Blue and Gold REDSKINS jersey.
With Love, Your Classmate
James S.Rickards High School C/O '91
Diashon (Shon) Walker
November 3, 2005
I just want to take a moment to say that words can't express the loss I feel. I want to say that God doesn't put any more on us than we can bear. I am here. In closing, "Trust In & Lean on God."
Shon
Timolyn Henry
November 3, 2005
My sincerest and deepest of sympathy to the entire family. You are all in my prayers. 'June' will be missed, but his smile, sentiment and concern for others will remain in our hearts forever.
Johnny Glenn Rickards High School Class of 1991
November 3, 2005
I have known Sylvester since the sixth grade, I was stunned when I heard the news of his early passing. My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family. May God be with you through these difficult times! He will forever be missed by all the lives he touched.
Jenaya Anderson
November 3, 2005
To the Davis and Gainous Family:
May God be with you during this time. I have known "June" since we attended Oak Ridge Elementary School and he will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Friend/Classmate
Rickards High c/o 91
Raymond Henzie
November 3, 2005
To the Davis Family,
my heart and prayers go out to you during your loss. There is nothing to compare with the loss of a child, and only those who have known such a tragedy can truly understand your sorrow, I will treasure all the memories and jokes we shared. May the Lord be with you all during this time of sorrow. So many memories will come to your mind of your fine son Sylvester (Sly). Though words may be meaningless right now have Faith, for God knew you loved him, but God loved and needed him more. May you find some comfort in the love and concern that surround you from so many of your memories.
Remember if God bring you to it, he WILL bring you through it.
Tercell Gaston
November 3, 2005
I was always at the community center after school when I attended Griffin Middle School. And I Enjoyed talking to Sylvester everyday. He was like a brother I could talk to and A father that would tell me every thing I needed to know. From the boys, to school, to everyday activities. He never sugar coated anything he felt that I needed to hear. And I love him for that. It was nice to have someone like him in my life for these past four years. And I will truly miss him.
Lakishia Bouie
November 3, 2005
I met vest at a time when I needed a friend.He will be truly missed.
Evie Jones-Sorey
November 3, 2005
To the Family:
We all loved him, but better loved by God. We will always have him in our hearts, and if you need anything please let the Jones & Yant family know. We love you all!!!
Leslie Gardner
November 3, 2005
TO THE DAVIS AND GAINOUS FAMILY:
There are no words to take the pain away when someone you "LOVE" is taken away so tragically, but know that GOD will never leave or forsake you, and he will help you through this difficult time. Stay strong Kenny.
Brenda Gamble
November 3, 2005
To the Davis/Gainous Family;
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of Sylvester, he was a kind, intelligent young man, who was very outgoing and loved the kids @ Lawerence Gregory Community Center I pray that God will continue to strengthen you all during your time of sorrow. Be bless and know that God will always be there for you.
Sabrita D. Thurman-Newby
November 3, 2005
Heaven was missing an angel until God called Sylvester home. I knew him to be a true gentleman and a genuine lover of children. I witnessed the love he had for his companion and and especially the love he held for his sweet little girl. Sylvester had the kind of dedication and work ethic that is rare to find today. I know he was dedicated to his life's work because he didn't mind worrying with other people's children daily and did it with a smile. I thank the Lord for people like Sylvester Davis Jr.
Sylvester was a credit to his race and an asset to his community. I will miss him terribly. Who ever steps into his shoes at Dade Street will certainly have to walk the line to equal Sylvester's enthusiasm and exuberance and dedication to the boys and girls of the community.
Dana Dixon-Smith
November 3, 2005
With each passing of a new day life is given and taken away. I pray that with time everyone will be able to rememeber how Vest lived and not how his life was suddenly and unexpectedly ended. I send my deepest sympathy to the family and all of his friends. I don't have enough words to express how much he will be missed.
Sharonda Bellamy
November 3, 2005
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
I WILL TRULY MISS YOU SYLVESTER, IT WAS A GREAT PLEASURE GETTING TO KNOW A KIND AND CONSIDERATE PERSON LIKE YOURSELF , YOU WERE A FRIEND TO SOME AND A INSPIRATION TO MANY. TO THE DAVIS FAMILY MY HEART AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. MEMEORIES WILL BE GREATLY CHERISHED SLYK
A FRIEND,
SHARONDA BELLAMY
John Milton Jr.
November 3, 2005
To the Davis/Ganiouos Family: May God be with you all at this time of sorrow. "Fresh Ves" was a great person who will never be forgotten. I grew up with him and he never changed from being that quiet ,sly fellow. May you Rest In Peace with Jesus my friend!
Angela Davis
November 3, 2005
To the family of Sylvester Davis:
My prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. There is no greater pain than the loss of a love one. May God continue to bless you. We may never understand a reason and will always ask why, but must contine to pray for strength and guidance.
May God Bless You.
Loving Class Mate
Angela Davis, Mrs. Littles & Teddrick Littles
Melanie Stutson
November 3, 2005
To the family members of Sylvester Davis Jr.
Know and believe he is at peace with our father in heaven. One could not fully understand the love, understanding and grace of God without having known Sylvester here on earth. He was a great man. He was a friend and mentor to all those who knew him, all those children, parents and staff at Dade St. center and the city as well as those that he knew in the neighborhood and on the sports fields. At the center, Sylvester was always around, always there and he always made things better with his spirit and personality. He was actively involved with the community, always trying to make a difference in the lives of other people and their families.
Sylvester knew the boys father, Bernardo Knight and they were friends. Our childen, DeVon and MaShawn Knight attended summer camps and other activities at the Dade St. center and we participated in the center events. Sylvester always treated my children as well as his own, like family and we will miss him greatly.
We will forever respect, love and remember him for the things that he accomplished and the impact he made in our lives as well as the countless others at the center and within the community.
Our prayers are with you all.
Valencia Thomas Barnes
November 3, 2005
Davis & Gainous Family:
May God comfort you in your time of need. Vest you will be greatly missed.
James S. Rickards c/o 1991
Shacondra Henry
November 3, 2005
To the family my heart and prayers go out to you during your loss. 'June' you will truly be missed. I will treasure all the memories and jokes we shared.
Friend/Classmate
Rickards High c/o 91
Nicky Williams
November 3, 2005
To the Davis & Ganious Family:
May the Lord be with you all during this time of sorrow. I have known Sylvester for many years,although I didn't see him as much, he will always be remembered for his great personality and his huge smile.The last time I saw him was a few months ago and he was still "SMILING'.
Tonya,
Have Faith , for God knew you loved him, but he loved and needed him more.
Remember if God bring you to it, he will bring you through it.
God Bless!
Harriet Crawford
November 3, 2005
To the Davis Family, There is nothing to compare with the loss of a child, and only those who have known such a tragedy can truly understand your sorrow. So many memories will come to your mind, with every thoughts of the fine son Sylvester always been, thoughts of the heartfelt pride he brought. You have your memories though words may be meaningless right now, may you find some comfort in the love and concern that surround you from so many who deeply care. Many thoughts go out to you with deepest sympathy. Byron Price, Natasha Crawford and the Entire Crawford Family
Angela, Shaterrica & Dominique
November 3, 2005
To the Davis Family:
There are never the right words to express the sadness we feel for a such loss. May you find contentment in your heartfelt memories. Our love is with you during this difficult time. We will surely miss Sylvester "Sly" Davis Jr.
Sharonda Bellamy
November 3, 2005
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
I WILL TRULY MISS YOU SYLVESTER, IT WAS A GREAT PLEASURE GETTING TO KNOW A KIND AND CONSIDERATE PERSON LIKE YOURSELF , YOU WERE A FRIEND TO SOME AND A INSPIRATION TO MANY. TO THE DAVIS FAMILY MY HEART AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.YPU MEMEORIES WILL BE GREATLY CHERISHED SLYK
A FRIEND,
SHARONDA BELLAMY
Tiffany Williams
November 3, 2005
To the Davis/Ganious Family; May God be with you in this time of sorrow, keep your head up and know that "June" will be with you always in spirit. I pray that Kayla will continue to be strong and know that her Daddy will be smiling and watching down on her every move. I will miss those big smiles & funny jokes that he always had whenever I ran into him.
God Bless You!
Loving Class Mate
Rickards High C/O 1991
Daphne Bethea-Nelson
November 3, 2005
To the Davis Family: Sylvester was a loving & kind person to know. My daughter, Shabrennia really loved his personality and the love that he showed the children at the Lawrence-Gregory-Dade Street recreation center. He will be truly missed by a lot of people. Helen always remember that God loved him as much as you loved him. Keep your head up and keep the Faith of the loving Saviour in your heart and soul.
SERINA WIGGINS
November 3, 2005
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
I WILL MISS YOU VEST BUT YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOT !! I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH THE GOOD TIMES WE SHARED TOGETHER.
Uvonka Armstead
November 3, 2005
I extend my my heartfelt condoloscences to the Davis & Gainous Family.
I have known Sylvester since elementary school. I was shocked to hear of his passing. However, I will always be reminded of him from high school with an outgoing personality. He will be greatly missed.
Look to the hills from which cometh your help all your help comes from the Lord.
Uvonka V. Armstead
James S. Rickards C/o 91
Donna Jackson-Ward
November 3, 2005
To the Davis Family,
My heart-felt sympathy to the
Family. I had the pleasure of meeting Sylvester at my Daughter's
wedding and he was the "best man".
I gave him a hug and his smile was so beaming. He was talked about all the time by Regan a close friend so I always heard nothing but good things about him. My family will miss him dearly.
May he enter the heavens with
that "smile" and tell God I'm at peace now. "Rest on Son and take your rest. We love you but God love you best.
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