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Elder Bobby Bean

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Bobby Bean Obituary

Family-Placed Death Notice

Homegoing services for Elder Dr. Bobby G. Bean of 1208 Murfield Dr., Stone Mountain, GA will be held Saturday, May 12, 2007, 1:00 PM at Paradise COGIC, 4234 Hendrix Dr., Forest Park, GA. Bishop Paul L. Fortson, officiating. Remains will lie in state from 12:00 Noon until the hour of service. Visitation today in our Chapel from 9:00AM-9:00PM. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the above residence at 12:00 Noon, Saturday. Gregory B. Levett & Sons, Inc., South Dekalb Chapel, 4347 Flat Shoals Pkwy., Decatur, GA(404)241-5656.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution from May 8 to May 11, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Bobby Bean

59 Entries

Steven Adams

June 6, 2007

I am sad to hear he passed and would like to send my condolences to the family. We worked the night shift together on Tuesday's at the AUC Library from 2000-2003. He was a mentor, elder, and a friend. We loved to got to Chantrelles to get some soul food when we worked weekends together once a month. He was so much fun to be around, such a clown, and so dramatic :)

We will miss you Dr. Bean!!!!

Samantha Williams

May 19, 2007

I feel very blessed to know that I had the opportunity to meet Elder Bobby Bean. He was such a humble, down-to-earth, man of God. I only knew him for a short period of time, but he made such an impact. He allowed God to use him to speak life-changnig words of prophesy into my life that I'll never forget. He was also an awesome teacher. I had the chance to attend a seminar he conducted on COGIC history and needless to say, it was very informative. I thank God for placing him on this earth and sparing his life to build His kingdom. I love you Elder Bobby Bean.

Calvin Jemison

May 17, 2007

To the Family of Dr. Bobby Bean,
I is with heartfelt symphathy that I write unto you about my great friend Dr. Bobby Bean whom I worked with at the Robort W. Woodruff Library in Atlanta Georgia. He was a great man of God and such an humble person. May the Lord of Host continue to fill your heart and mind with his memories.

Brian Ashley

May 17, 2007

Dr. Bean was a mentor to me. I was deeply saddened when I heard about his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. I will miss you greatly, Dr. Bean

Kevin jamison

May 14, 2007

To the family of Dr. Elder Bobby Bean,

Our prayers and thoughts go up for you in this time. May God give your family strength in the name of Jesus. We had only known Dr. Bean for a short time, yet his genuine personality and love for God always shined. No more pain or suffering for one of God's soldier's who stayed on the battlefield. You will be truly missed. God will give you strength in these times is our prayer.

Sincerely,

Min. Kevin and Cindy Jamison

Oscar Owens

May 14, 2007

I mourn the passing of our Brother Elder Bean. He was quite an inspiration to me. I have only been in the COGIC for 17 years. I came from another denomination. At an early period in my life with COGIC, I met Elder Bean at an AIM convention and asked him a thousand questions about the Grand Old Church and about Bishop Mason. He patiently answered them all and kind of took me under his wing. I will always appreciate him for that. I am praying with you family and for you because the Lord is your Comforter as you feel the sorrow of his loss. But I know you know Elder Bean is rejoicing in his victory in Jesus for he is experiencing eternal life, right now!
Love,
Elder Oscar Owens, Jr.
West Angeles Church of God in Christ
A COGIC Scholar

Glenda Goodson

May 14, 2007

Mrs. Bean and the Bean family.

I was saddened to learn of Dr. Bobby Bean's departure. I want you to be encouraged in the Lord. "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord."

He was my friend and email buddy. From the time we met around 1989 I knew him as a gentleman, a scholar and as a wonderful man of God. I last saw him in Atlanta during the 2/07 Founder's week at Mason Theological where we shared some great laughs. Could me make a person laugh! He always called me "Mrs. Church of God in Christ" and as we met at conferences he shared, corrected and affirmed my work. I have referenced his book, "This is the COGIC" many times and I will miss him.

Thanks be to God for allowing Bobby to be such a positive influence on so many of us.

Mary Lewis-Freeman

May 14, 2007

My prayers are with you and the family. I am so glad that the Lord allowed me to meet such a powerful and wonderful man of God. God is taking the saints. I recently lost my mother and I am okay with it because I know she is in a better place.

Dynese Hall

May 14, 2007

Mrs. Bean, Curtis Bean & Family,

Although I did not know your love one personally, I just wanted to let you know that your family is in my prayers. I am a friend and Co-worker of Curtis Bean. Remember to Lean on God's Everlasting Arm...He will never leave you nor forsake you...

May God forever bless & Keep your family.

Craig Scandrett-Leatherman

May 13, 2007

Dear Bean Family,
It was with great sorrow that I learned of Dr. Beans passing. I first met Elder Bean at a Society for Pentecostal studies (SPS). I was working on a cultural history of COGIC and God had me sit behind him. He had a copy of his book on COGIC, which I bought, and he immediately welcomed me, a white brother, warmly into the COGIC scholars fellowship. Subsequently we roomed together at SPS; I've appreciated his love for the Lord, love for the church, and love for me. I celebrate his joy, humor, teaching and friendship. I will miss him greatly. May God bless you, especially his family and closest friends as you daily grieve. May your grieving be joined by hope in the resurrection, and by God's abiding peace. Blessings,

Dr.Anthea Butler

May 13, 2007

May I offer my condolences to the family.Elder Bean was very helpful to me while doing research and he will be missed. My prayers go out to you during this difficult time.

Elder Wayne Channer

May 13, 2007

Sister Bean and family,

I am so sorry to be adding my entry so late. It's has been a devasting loss to me, my family and church. I was blessed to meet Dr. Bob in 2003 or so when he came along with a mutual friend to the AAR conference in Toronto that year. Since then he's been my email and phone pal. I was overjoyed to have him minister at our church conference last year, where I had the chance to share him with the friends and saints in Canada. He was God's special gift, a mentor and teacher to some and to me my brother and friend.

Dr. Bob, when we meet again, the oxtail and rice is on me.

Michelle Gaither

May 12, 2007

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Joyce Thompkins

May 12, 2007

We were blessed to have known Bobby for he was a joy to be around. He was truly loved by all. My heart felt sympathy goes out to his family.
Joyce H. Tthompkins
Media Specialist (APS)

kasablia ogletree

May 12, 2007

To The Family Of Dr.Bobby Bean My heart go out to you now matter what Dr.Bean will always be a D.M Therrell High School Panther Staff Member you will be miss Dr.Bean

Kasablia Ogletree 12th senior at D.M.Therrell High School

Phyllis Lucy-Manuel

May 12, 2007

When I began to work at Therrell, the first person I met was Dr. Bean. His committment to God, his vocation to education, and his genuine committment to the staff, faculty, and students was evident every day. He always had a good thing to say, even when confusion and frustration surrounded him. As we worked tandem this year, I always knew that I could count on him to ne there even when everyone else had gone home. The one sure thing that I know, is that God places true warriors on the lines of battle when the battle needs to be won. Dr. Bean was one of those true warriors. I shall miss him deeply.

Anthony Cobbler

May 11, 2007

When I was first told of the passing of Dr. Bean I felt as though my heart dropped. I am deeply moved. My life has never been impacted in such a way as Dr. Bean has done so. Because of him at a Power n' Purpose Conference in Toronto, Ontario, my spirtual life has been stronger. He has blessed me with his books, his prayers, and his life. I will NEVER forget him. He is ALWAYS in my heart.

Alice Daniel

May 11, 2007

To the Bean Family,
My deepest sorry and sympathy for your loss. May kind thoughts and prayers follow you throughout out this time.

Lisa Settle

May 11, 2007

To Mrs. Bean:
My deep condolenses to you and your family during your time of sorrow. May God give you strength.

From Lisa Settle (Kyla Settle-Jones- Idlewood Kindergraten Class 2007) and family

Millicent Norman

May 11, 2007

What a God send -- a joy divine! All of us who worked with Bobby will miss the always caring, always smiling, always cheery spirit that was so much a part of Bobby Bean. We are truly blessed to have been a part of his life and to have had him as a part of ours.
Atlanta Public School System
Robert W. Woodruff Library (AUC)

Supt. Lawrence Ketcham

May 10, 2007

I was honered to be at a share with Dr.Bobbie Bean at the Toronto conference last year he was a great teacher and will be greatly missed by all that knew him

Pastor Paul Channer

May 10, 2007

The Apostle Paul wrote: "To live is Christ, and to die is gain."

Truly Doctor Bean lived for Christ and now he has gained his God-given reward. While his passing is sad, we can rejoice and take hope that he is now in Heavenly places with Christ...just where he should be.

Doctor Bean truly blessed us up here in Toronto when he came to speak at our Power & Purpose Conference last summer.

He was a wonderful teacher, a faithful man of God and a good friend. His knowledge was awesome, his teaching inspired and his smile infectious.

Our love and prayers to the family.

We love you, Dr B.

Dennis Sumlin

May 10, 2007

My heart dropped when I heard about Bobby. I have been inspired by Bobby over the years, spiritually and intellectually. Truly he was a leader and just an all around nice guy. I want to express my profound sorrow to the family for our loss and Heaven's gain. Make no mistake about it, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Rollena Walker

May 10, 2007

To Dr. Bobby Bean Family
The feeling I had when I heard of Dr. Bean death I can't express. I will always remember his smile and and his holy dance.

Betty Benning

May 10, 2007

I was sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Bean. He will be truly missed by all. My prayers are with the family. May God bless.

Josephine Smith

May 10, 2007

My sincere sympathy goes out to the family of Bobby Bean. Learning of his passing came as a shock. "Bobby" was a pleasant co-worker during his many years of employment at the Robert W. Woodruff Library of the Atlanta University Center. Family, my prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.

Stephanie Williams

May 10, 2007

Words can’t express how I felt when I heard about the passing of this great man known as Dr Bobby Bean. I had the privilege of meeting Elder Bean during our Power and Purpose Conference here in the City of Toronto Canada. I must say that from the the 1st time we meet him @ the Air Port we could tell that he was a great man of God that was down to earth and able to put and keep a smile on the face of those he would come in contact with. During Dr Bean stay here in Toronto I was able to learn some life changing tools of how to deal with and communicate with the youth and students I work with from day to day. He was a truly blessing to many, and I thank God that he allowed our paths to cross. I will be sure to keep both his family and friends in my prayers.

Evg. Missy Carlene Channer

May 10, 2007

To the Family of Dr. Bobby Bean, my deepest sympathies and earnest prayers during this difficult time.

I'm blessed to know Dr. Bean for the past few years. He was truly a Teacher sent from God the Father. As he preached the word and taught us in our Power and Purpose Conference last August, lives were changed and people were delivered.

Truly what you do for Christ will last. Dr. Bean's humour, love for God and example of faith will live on in all of us.

Thank God for Dr. Bean's blessed life.

Octavia Williams

May 10, 2007

We will truly miss Dr. Bean at Therrell High School. He was one of our Shinning Stars and He was loved dearly by all that new him.
Love to the family.

JOY EASTLING

May 10, 2007

Dear Family
May you feel the presence of our Lord and Savior during this time of sorrow. I did not have the privilege of knowing Dr. Bean long, but he was always pleasant. He was the sunshine in the media center at Therrell. He enjoyed talking about how life was going to be when he retired.
Take care and know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Joy Eastling
(retired APS educator/substitute)

Lesa Williams

May 9, 2007

Man, can I just say that words can not explain how I felt when I heard that Dr Bean passed. I went into a state of denial. But I must say I am glad I had the chance to meet Dr Bean last August, and I had the previlage to sit in on one of his teaching sessions. What an awesome teacher he is. Just wanna let his family know that my prayer are with them during this time lost. Peace be with you all. God Bless!

Laurie Davis

May 9, 2007

As a new teacher to Therrell High School, Dr. Bean was one of the first people to make me feel welcomed. He never failed to help me no matter how busy he was. Thank you for your kindness and I will miss you dearly.

Brandon Pierce

May 9, 2007

Well what can i say about a God fearing, great soul, kind hearted person in one word... Not even a word. Just a name Dr.Bean. He always tole me that i was his other son that he wanted to see do well and keep my on dreaming. I was So hurt when I went u p to Therrell to see old teachers and him and them someone pulled me to the side and said that He passed on sunday. I did not cry but inside I was crying a river full of love that he has shown to me. To his Family My prayers are with you now and forever. He always told me that No matter what happens he can and will find a way to help me out in any situation. he was a Good Friend, and a father to me while i was in school. I always helped him record different programs at Therrell during my time their and he would always say "Have a Dr.Pepper with me"
My prayers are with you again he is now with god and he is Looking down on all that he has come in contact with. God bless.

Class of 2004

James Green

May 9, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Kristian Vickers

May 9, 2007

Words can't express how saddened I was when I heard of Dr. Bean's sudden passing. He was a great motivator and inspiration to me. Dr. Bean had the anointing to see the fullness of my potential in God. He would encourage me to stay in God's Word and allow Him to work in and through me. I pray that God will strengthen you in this time of mourning. Dr. Bean will truly be missed. My prayers are with you all.

Amanda Hudson

May 9, 2007

I was blessed to have met the late Dr. Bobby Bean during a Power & Purpose conference in Toronto. Dr. Bean had such a pleasant presence and he could put a smile on my face simply by being around. I truly feel blessed for having had the chance to meet him. He has touched the lives of so many people and there will always be a place in my heart reserved solely for him. My sincere and heartfelt sympathies go out to the family during this time of loss. May God strengthen you during this difficult time. My prayers are with you.

Jade Gillispie

May 9, 2007

To The Entire Bean Family,
My sincere heart felt sympathy goes out to you for your loss. My prayer is that God will lift and strengthen you during this time. I was blessed to have met Dr. Bean during this past fall as he was my instructor for COGIC History I and II. He will be greatly missed by us all!

Missionary Bowden

May 9, 2007

I send my condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Bobby Bean. He taught our COGIC History class for the School of Ministry, 2007 Class. I can remember being taught the history of COGIC and the annointing would just flow through the room. Dr Bean will be greatly missed.

Wilma Brightharp

May 9, 2007

It's hard to believe that our Dr. Bobby Bean has gone home to be with our Lord. He will truly be missed here on Earth. God must have been ready to be on point and to laugh a lot. :-)

Carolyn George

May 9, 2007

May many happy memories of Bobby's jovial smile and kind,loving heart sustain you-- and in time, bring you peace.
Carolyn LaMay Smith George
(former colleague of Bobby's)

Lexcine Wall

May 9, 2007

I was very shocked and saddened to hear of Bobby's passing. He was a person who could light up the room with his presence. He will be missed. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Kitty Cobb

May 9, 2007

I'm shocked and saddened by the news of Bobby's death. I have worked with him as a media specialist for many years.

Mary Kirkpatrick

May 9, 2007

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Tony Torain

May 9, 2007

I was shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of our friend, Dr. Bean. I just had a conversation with him in Memphis at the homegoing service for our Presiding Bishop. At our meeting he seemed to be his wonderfully jovial self. My last memory of him will be a happy one as we laughed and joked about how the change in the leadership of our denomination would create the opportunity for a new chapter in his book. He will be missed at our national meetings.

Pastor Tony W. Torain
The Good Shepherd Church of God In Christ
Baltimore, Maryland

Catherine Johnson

May 9, 2007

So sorry to hear abour Dr. Bean's death. But, remember, God does not make a mistake. God's grace is sufficient.

Lorraine "Tip" Turner

May 9, 2007

Sis Mattie
May God give you that added strength and comfort. God is the only one who can heal your heart at this time. My prayers are with the entire family.

Rev. Florence A. Bankston

May 8, 2007

I was shocked to hear of the passing of my dear friend Bobby. I just saw him last Thursday at a Media meeting. We will all miss him alot. I pray for his family and I know that the God we serve will look after you and Bobby is in the arms of God.

Pastor Tim and Davaline Walker

May 8, 2007

Our prayers go out to the Bean Family. My wife and I had an opportunity to meet Dr. Bean about 4 years ago through our sister Sherita Taylor and good friends Ed and Jackie Williams. We really enjoyed his spirit. I know we will meet him again on the other side!!!

Erin Knight

May 8, 2007

This is a sad time in the life of those survived by Dr.Bean but it is not a time that can not be easily dealt with . Remebering that you can see him again would be a great encouragement to any and everyone that need it. I give my condolences to his close friends and family and i hope that they are well.I will keep you in my prayers and i wish all the best.....

P. Green

May 8, 2007

Though I didn't know Dr. Bean for very long, he was one of the highlights of my time working at D. M. Therrell High School. Dr. Bean, thank you so much for all you did to make students and staff feel welcome and eager to learn. You were so much fun to talk to and your counsel was appreciated more than you ever knew. You will be missed and your family at home and at work are in my prayers.

Jaymetta Leslie

May 8, 2007

I am extremely saddened to hear the news about Bobby. We saw him a few days ago at a meeting, and as usual he made everyone laugh. His happy spirit will be sorely missed by anyone who came to know him. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.

Brittany Mack Mack

May 8, 2007

I was in total shock to hear about Dr. Bean's passing. He always gave me advice to strive harder to reach my goals and he stayed on me about going to class and staying out of the library. "Brittany Mack, do you have a pass in here?" "No Dr. Bean, but my teacher put me out of class!" "Not my problem. You still can't get a grade out of here! Bye Brittany." "But Dr. Bean, I have a project for another class!" "Bye Brittany." "Yes Sir." He stayed on those who he loved, and that wasn't difficult because he loved so many people. He was truly a loving man. I remember when I had to do the GGT makeup for the 5th or 6th time. Dr. Bean prayed with me and I passed. Thank you God for sharing this wonderful man with us and Thank you Dr. Bean for being a wonderful guy to all of the students who lives you touched at D.M Therrell High School.

Charlotte Davidson

May 8, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.

Angel Williams

May 8, 2007

As a student at Therrell High School, I've known Dr. Bean since ninth grade. To hear that he passed Sunday After I had seen that Friday I was deeply saddened. He was a great role model to the students at our school. He will be missed dearly.

Vanessa Chapman

May 8, 2007

Mattie,
I am praying for you and bear. I was so shocked to hear the news of my dear friend and brother.
God is the only one that can and will bring you through

Vanessa Finley Chapman & Family

Tonia Clark

May 8, 2007

I was shocked and saddened to hear the news about Bobby. I just saw him a few days ago at a meeting. As usual, he was jovial and vibrant as ever. I will miss Bobby, but I will never forget his presence and special gift of putting everyone in a cheery mood. I will continue to keep the family in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You

Bridgette Washington

May 8, 2007

To the Bean Family
May God be your rock during this time. Thank you for sharing such a woderful man of GOD with the C.O.G.I.C family. Dr. Bean will be missed. God bless your family.

Ann Foote

May 8, 2007

To the Family of Dr. Bean,

I was one of Dr Bean's students that graduated from C H Mason Bible College in 2000. He Love COGIC History and The Church. He will truely be missed by many. I pray your strength in the Lord.

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