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Jarred Whitfield Obituary
Jarred Sean Whitfield, 31, marched into the heavenly band on Fri. Dec. 4 in Tallahassee. Funeral service will be 11AM Sat. Dec. 12 at Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church with burial at Tallahassee Memory Gardens. Jarred will rest in the mortuary from 3-7PM Fri. Dec. 11. Those left to forever cherish his memories are his devoted wife,Tanika LaKeva Whitfield; their two sons Jhaylin and Danari and their baby girl, Ja'Riyah; his parents, Rev. Danny and Rhoda Whitfield; his sister, Danielle Whitfield; his grandparents, Jimmy and Helen Williams; his mother and father in-law, Daryl and Wanda Glenn; his brother-in-law, Decario Bruce; his grand-mother in-law, Katie Penny; his God-Mother, Elizabeth Baker; Eleven (11) aunts; Thirteen (13) uncles; a niece, Destiny Gaines; a nephew, Jorden Bruce and a host of numerous cousins, God-sisters and brothers, God-parents, family and friends. Richardson's Tallahassee Chapel (850) 576-4144, is honored to serve the WHITFIELD Family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jarred Whitfield
Jeff & Drucilla Thomas
December 24, 2015
Danny, Rhoda & Family: We are "so sorry" to hear of the passing of Jarred; our hearts are heavy knowing this such a great lost to the Whitfield family & friends. We have so many fond memories of Jarred; such a WONDERFUL young man. "To be absent from this body, and to be PRESENT with the Lord Jesus".
We are praying your CONTINUED strength in the Lord Jesus.
Sharon Kyles
December 19, 2015
Now your husband, father, son & brother takes his flight home. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Family find comfort in the Arms of the Lord.
Shari Moore
December 17, 2015
May fond memories of Jarred bring you comfort during this difficult time. My heart and prayers go out to the family. My sincere condolences.
Alicia Boown
December 13, 2015
My soul is filled with sorrow for your loss. My wish for you both to that your emptiness be filled with a sense of peace. The love that you have for one another will get you through this time of your life. Continue to look to where your help comes and remember you are never alone. Love you.
Delta Springer Irby
December 13, 2015
My heart deeply aches for you and your family. There are no words but I know you know Him who has all words. He is your comfort and your peace. I am praying for your strength in Jesus.
Susan Johnson
December 13, 2015
With deepest sympathy. Pray that God comforts and gives you peace in this time.
Tangela Brown
December 12, 2015
To the family, I know there are no words that I can say to make this hurt ease up, but I do pray for the family daily and know that God will give you comfort. I will certainly miss Jarred's beautiful smile and personality. Sincerely from my family to yours
December 12, 2015
Expressing our heartfelt condolences.
Elder & Mrs. Clifton Moore
Kingdom Word Ministries Church Family
Eric Johnson
December 12, 2015
Our condolences to the Whitfield family.
Mildred Hughes, Tallahassee, FL
Faythia Carpenter
December 11, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Whitfield family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that God wraps his arms around you during this very difficult time. You can lean on me, friend.
Sis. Rhonda Jess
December 11, 2015
Prayers goes out to the family of Bro. Jerred Whitfield. May the Lord continue to keep and protect you, is my prayer. - From Daughters of IMANI #558 Tallahassee, FL
Keith Miles
December 11, 2015
Danny and Rhoda,
Please accept our sincere condolences and sympathy. We are praying for your comfort and strength.
Love,
Keith Miles and Family
Traverse and Carla Lippett
December 11, 2015
With heartfelt sympathy, may God continue to be your resting place during this time of bereavement.
Denise James
December 11, 2015
Tanika and family and all who loved Jarred ... I am praying God's Holy Spirit will comfort you. I love you.
Joyce Cauley Dorsey & Family (Philadelphia PB Church)
December 11, 2015
To Rhoda & Family
Sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Praying that God will strengthen you all day by day. May your hearts soon be filled with memories and joyful times as you celebrate Jarred's life. Continue to look to the hills from whence your help comes.
henry maddox
December 11, 2015
My prayers r with u and the family and this time of sorrow
Debra Dixon
December 11, 2015
Danny & Rhoda & Family - when we lose a loved one on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us. Take comfort in knowing that God is with you and will see you through this time of sorrow. Trust in the Lord.
Felicia and Kenneth Pinnock
December 11, 2015
Whitfield Family:
With a heartfelt sympathy, we pray for your continued peace, comfort, and strength. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Love and Blessings!
Shirlene Jordan
December 11, 2015
Your light will always shine. Rest Jarred in your heavenly home. Praying for the entire Whitfield's family.
Vicki Alderman
December 11, 2015
Be not dismayed,God will take care of you!
With heartfelt sympathy for you and your family.
Vicki Alderman
December 11, 2015
Danny and family,
May you find strength and comfort in knowing that Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
With deepest sympathy.
Earline ACOFF
December 11, 2015
My heart goes out to you as well as my prayers. Love you guys so much!
Kim Brown
December 10, 2015
Trust in the Lord always & lean not to thine own understanding. May the Lord keep you all in his care. Our prayers are with entire The Whitfield Family.
Kim Brown & Marcea Brown-Stokes
Selina Rhodes
December 10, 2015
My prayers go out to you and your family.
Juliette Fisher-Jackson
December 10, 2015
May you find strength and comfort in God's Holy Word.
December 10, 2015
Rhoda. I'm certain nothing can hurt you more than losing a child. Pleas know that Van and I are praying for you and Danny, as well as your entire family. Our love to you all. Van & Patricia Harris Tanner
Denver, CO
Dr. Kim Ardley, Montford Middle School
December 10, 2015
"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding"
~ Proverbs 3:5
Danny and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Continue to lean and depend on the Lord for He shall give you strength in the midst of your storm.
June McKinney
December 10, 2015
Tanika, Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Warmest Condolences
Emma Payne
December 10, 2015
My condolences to the Whitfield family.
Gloria McBride
December 10, 2015
My prayers and love is with you . Remember God said he would wipe away all tears.
Pastor Charles & First Lady CaSonia (Williams) Martin
December 10, 2015
Pastor (EP) & Sis. Whitfield & family,
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, make looking back in memory help comfort you for tomorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Terri Dikko
December 10, 2015
Tanika,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Vanessa Whitley
December 10, 2015
"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal" Praying that God give the entire Whitfield family strength to endure.
Lorraine Holloway
December 10, 2015
I pray that in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in knowing God is in control and his grace is sufficient. My prayers are with you and the family during this time. God will strengthen you. God has allowed us to share some memories of Jarred that we will never forget. I'm going to miss seeing his big smile while playing the drums on Sunday morning.
Daisy Yant
December 10, 2015
Danny, Rhoda and family; May comfort and peace envelope you during this time. Your prayer partner and friend...
December 10, 2015
To the Whitfield family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this very trying time. Lean on the LORD'S strength so that He can renew yours. The Lord is your Shepard and He will comfort you.
The Roberts Family
Ricardo Robinson
December 10, 2015
My heart felt condolences to this family!!
Leo & Bennie Pompey
December 10, 2015
Tanika, we are so very sorry for the loss of Jarred but are glad that he accepted God as his Lord! You and the kids will be in our prayers for a glorious recovery and pleasant life. Lean not on your own understanding, but place all of your trust in the Lord.
Doris Liggans
December 10, 2015
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. May God give you strength to endure.
Kendra James
December 10, 2015
My deepest sympathy in your time of bereavement, very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Rev. Solmon & Patricia Lee
December 10, 2015
Earth's Loss! Heavens Gain! Tanika and parents my deepest condolences and prayers to you! May God's peace, love and comfort continue to surround you. I first met Jarred as a very energy little boy in my classroom at Raa Middle School! So full of life and energy! I again met him at Greater Springhill MB Church where he was the drummer for my husband. Everytime I saw Jarred he broke into a big smile followed by a big hug! His love will forever be in my heart! Sadden,but, rejoicing to know that he is resting in Jesus arms.Love you Jarred!
Dwunnda (Dee) Pace
December 10, 2015
•I pray that in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all the joyful memories shared.
And may God continue to strenghthen you all in the days ahead.
Keeping you all in prayer!
December 10, 2015
Danny, Rhoda, and Arnicia, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. May God strengthen you during this time.
The Ezekiel Family
Toni Webster
December 10, 2015
May God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow...We are here for you..Toni, Shauntavia and Lakendria
Dot & Willie Sellers
December 10, 2015
Jarred gone on to be with the Lord, rest in peace my son.. Our sympathy to the Whitfield family.
Gee Wilson
December 10, 2015
Praying for the entire family at such a time. Be encouraged. Love you all.
Claudia Llado
December 10, 2015
I am at a loss for words during this sorrowful time. Please know that I am thinking of you and praying for peace and comfort.
Greg Turner
December 10, 2015
Whitfield Family, you're in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep your focus on God and He will give you peace.
India Frazier
December 10, 2015
My prayers for peace that's beyond all understanding is with you and your family during the very difficult time. If I can do anything for you please let me know.
Dee Evans
December 10, 2015
My condolences to the Whitfield Family during your time of sorrow.
ALGRECIA KILPATRICK
December 10, 2015
Danny and Rhoda, So sorry to learn of your loss. I pray God bless and keep you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 10, 2015
Words cannot express my feeling for you and your family at this time. I am deeply sorry for your lost. God is there with you.
Levens and Nelson family.
Ben Clark-Brown
December 10, 2015
Dear Minister Danny & Sister Whitfield and Family:
Please allow me to express my sincere sympathy in the loss of your son. He and my son Chris Clark were very close friends for several years! May God strengthen and keep you all is my prayer!
Sincerely,
Jerome Durant
December 10, 2015
My condolences to Tanika and the entire family. You remain in my prayers. May Jarred rest in peace.
Margaret Jackson
December 10, 2015
Jarred will be terribly missed. All of us loved him. He will be cherished in our memories forever. My Love and Heartfelt condolences to my Whitfield family.
Deacon Glenn Alston
December 10, 2015
To Tomeka and Minister Whitfield we are praying for the comfort that we know that you can find in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and if
there's anything we can do for the family, please don't hesitate to ask.
December 10, 2015
Condolences to the family, rest in peace Jay. The Stacey family.
Dionne Drew
December 10, 2015
May the love of God surround you and your family and give you a peace that surpasses all understanding.
Toshiba Owens
December 10, 2015
Rip classmate.. You will be truly missed
Deacon Wayne and Mother Barbara M. Ivery
December 10, 2015
May The Peace Of The Lord God Jesus Christ Keep You And Comfort You During Your Time Of Grief. We Are Praying Continued Encouragement, Peace And Strength.
OLivia Jefferson-Skinner
December 10, 2015
Our Love and Prayers are with you'll Above you'll is The Lord's Covering...beneath you'll are His Strength and Strength and Security and Around you'll Are His Arms of Love.
Stephanie Hill
December 10, 2015
Praying for the family. Taneika, I will continue to pray for your family. Mr. Whitfield, I am sorry for the lost of your son.
Terrace and Varonia Walker
December 10, 2015
May God continue to strengthen the Whitfield family during this time of bereavement.
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow.
May God comfort you.
May God's blessings of love be upon you.
May His peace abide with you.
Now and forever more
Stephanie Tolbert
December 10, 2015
Love you man
December 10, 2015
To the Whitfields: We join with you to God in prayer for his comfort, strength to you & peace to be. We share with you in our hearts the aching pain of sorrow for Jarred's passing. Still, there's hope, joy, love, comfort, peace & strength showering all with God's Goodness and Favor for each of you. Tanika, God will mend your half heart departed with your husband, now resting in Heaven. May he give each of you love, peace and comfort. We pray God's everlasting love remain with you. God will fullfill the emptiness in heart of the uniqueness that JARRED was to each of you. Our Love, The Jefferson (Malinda, Jab & Marteal)
Henrietta Holmes
December 10, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 10, 2015
With our deepest sympathy, we are praying for the Whitfield family.
Rev. Dr. F. Dorsey Houston & Family
Dorothy Rackley
December 10, 2015
Family The Lord Is Your Shepherd During This Storm. Jesus Love You All So Much. Please Look To The Hills From Whence Your Help Cometh. It Comes From The Lord Who Made The Heaven And The Earth. Joy Will Come In The Morning. Love Always, Dot Randolph Rackley And Family.
Abigail Williams
December 10, 2015
Rest in Jesus..
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