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Julius McClendon Obituary
93 of Glendale, Arizona, passed away on February 23, 2009. Julius was preceded in death by his wife, Glendora Leeks McClendon, and son, Tadar McClendon. He is survived by his children; Soboghana Weatherspoon of Vancouver, WA, Rose (John Simon) Hussain of Oakland, CA, Jamal Abraham (Marjorie) McClendon of Kenmore, OH, Elnora Rodgers of Los Angeles, CA, and Doranna McClendon of Glendale, AZ, 14 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. A Graveside Service will begin at 1:00 PM, Saturday, February 28, 2009, at East Resthaven Park Cemetery, 4310 E. Southern Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona. Arrangements entrusted to Lowmans Arizona Funeral Home, Inc.
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for Julius McClendon
Betty Matthews
February 21, 2024
Missing you still
Your niece, Betty
Your niece, Betty Matthews
February 21, 2023
You will always be remembered Uncle Julius. I can remember the many surprise visits and our long conversations. Thinking of you. love, Betty
Elnora Rodgers
April 12, 2009
For My Father;
For a Life Well Lived.
I pray every day, that I have just a small percent of the STRENGTH and FAITH that you had shown during your physical expression. You have walked with faith on many occasions and it takes a person with much strength to do all of the things that you had done.
You have also shown boundless LOVE in your own special way. I can remember you taking me shopping to get shoes. They had to be of good quality, in other words, leather. When I picked out the ones I wanted, they were more expensive; and I remember you looking in your wallet and giving the cashier all of the dollar bills that were their. That's what I call LOVE. I am ever so greatful for the Love, the caring, and sharing that you shown during this lifetime. It is not necessarily saying the words "I love you". But, you showed love in numerous ways.
You built an empire and prepared a special place for your family. Family, togetherness, happines, and joy was your motto. Thank you for living by those principles.
I thank the Divine Creator for allowing us to be kindred spirits.
I thank the Infinite All for allowing you to enjoy life up to the very last moment.
I will always remember your laughter, your love, and your caring ways.
Knowing that life is forever an unfoldment, expansion, and growth; I know that you are living it up in your next expression.
Your Daughter,
Priscilla Rodgers
April 12, 2009
Hi Grandpa,
you have had such a beautiful presence in my life, and I will always recall the hot summers we spent with you in Arizona. Those memories mark a lot of good times in my childhood. I thank you for raising my beautifully strong mother and I know that have lived wonderful life, and I will continue to use all the health remedies you taught me so I can enjoy longevity as well.
Much Love, Pris
Kamil Hussain
April 10, 2009
Hi Grandpa:):) It has been an HONOR & PRIVELEDGE to be a Mc Clendon and part of the best family in the WORLD!!You have instilled in me INTEGRITY,to stand up for justice, peace and to don't take no mess from ANYONE! I have raised all my kids up with your family values and traditions and honestly will miss your talks and priceless times we have shared together.Your dream of a black president came true and everything you ever taught me or my family,(KIDS), will be forever embedded in my heart. You are the rock of this family and will be truly missed. I NEED YOU IN MY LIFE AND NOW THAT YOU ARE GONE A PEICE OF ME IS GONE!! I WILL NEVER QUIT,I WILL NEVER LOOSE FAITH, I AM THE MAN I AM TODAY CAUSE OF HOW YOU AND GRANNY RAISED YOUR CHILDREN , AND AM BLESSED TO BEEN THERE TO SOAK UP THE KNOWLEDGE AND WISOM THAT YOU SHARED WITH US!SO I SHED TEARS OF JOY CAUSE YOU ARE THE BEST MAN I KNOW!! I WILL SEE YOU SOON AND WE WILL PLAY MONOPOLY ONCE MORE AND YOU CAN SHOW ME MORE YO YO TRICKS! YOU ARE FOREVER IN MY THOUGHTS,PRAYERS AND IN MY HEART !! LOVE Kamil
Jamal McClendon Sr
March 30, 2009
My deepest admiration for a man and father that impressed me with wisdom and a talent for getting things done. Though, unschooled, was able to fact from fiction when it came to religion and black history.
Becoming a friend of Elijah Muhammad, last messenger of Allah and voice for black pride, sent me on my way for love of self and an engineering career.
I will greatly miss one of the most powerful figures in my life
Jamillah Lynn
March 10, 2009
Grandpa, you are gone but not forgotten. I thank God for being the granddaughter of a man who has lived and SURVIVED slavery, segregation, and prejudices!! You have taught us to strive for the best and, with the help of the Lord, I will instill that in my children also. I pray that I live a long life as you did.
Katrina Givens
March 10, 2009
Grandad,
I shall never forget you and all the good times we've shared together. Every couple years, I always looked forward to seeing you at the family reunions. I know you will yet be there with us in spirit. Yes, you are gone, but you shall never be forgotten. I love you dearly.
Betty Matthews
March 6, 2009
A pleasant goodnite Uncle Julius. Please say hello to Aunt Dorothy and my dad for me. Thanks for bringing this family so much closer. We will miss you.
Daisy Williams
March 6, 2009
Mr.McClendon,knowing you was like knowing a Dad when I came to visit you we would talk little but the visit was the best I had.I will always remember the hershey candy bars without the nuts and I still smile because I can still hear you saying,now I didn't eat them all myself I gave some to my friends.I will miss coming to visit you but you will always be in my heart---Daisy
Anthony weatherspoon
March 5, 2009
As Salaam u Alaikum, My Allah grant you peace and comfort during this time of missing your Farther.
Anthony
Rose Hussain-Simon
March 5, 2009
Dear Dad,
I will miss you so much, you have been the rock of this family for many years. I appreciate all the wisdom you have shared with us and the Edgar Allen poems you would resite. You took a firm stand on what you believed in and was not persuaded by others. You have made a profound impact on my children and for that and so many other reasons I am proud to call you my father. I thank God for allowing us to be with you for 93 years. Rest in peace.
Your Daughter
Secretary, Traveling Men Chapter 11
February 27, 2009
Lil Brother
The Traveling Men pray for you and your family during this time of distress. Keep your faith and believe in your brothers. We are here if you need us.
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