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George W. Lemon Sr., age 88, of Jackson Township, passed away Friday afternoon, April 6, 2007, surrounded by his loving family at Aultman Hospital following a brief illness. George was born on August 1, 1918 in Houston County, Georgia to the parentage of Anna R. and Mose Lemon. George married Mary King in 1938 and to this union six children were born, Sarrah L. Johnson, Geraldine (Dale V.) Radcliffe, George (Kaleen) W. Lemon Jr., Willie J. (Robin) Lemon, Rosemary (Winston A.) Powell and Linda D. (William) Taylor. He is preceded in death by wife, Mary, who died in 2005; three grandchildren, Criss (Arlethia) Radcliffe, Troy Lemon, and Morgan Nicole Lemon, daughter-in-law, Madelyn Lemon and brothers, Roosevelt, Peter, Frank, and Willie; and sisters, Georgiabelle Thompson and Pearl Anderson. George served in the U.S. Army during World War II and retired from the Timken Co. in 1980. He was an avid fisherman and loved to travel. He took great pride in attending his family's annual reunions held in different states each year. George and his family moved from Florida to Massillon, Ohio in 1942 and united with Friendship Baptist Church where he served on the Usher Board and was a Trustee and remained a faithful member until 1961 at which time he moved to Canton, Ohio where he joined Jerusalem Baptist Church, and served as a Church Usher and a Church Trustee for many years. Upon returning to Massillon in 2001, he and his wife reunited with Friendship Baptist Church. Once again he served on the Trustee Board until his health failed. He received the title of "Trustee Emeritus" in 2006. George was affiliated with the International Masons, Simpson Lodge, and American Legion Post # 204 for many years. He was a so soft spoken that his children referred to him (behind his back) as "Whispering George"; however, he could talk loudly when necessary-especially when disciplining the children. To know him was to love him. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. George is survived by his six children and their spouse; grandchildren, Carlton Lemon, Marc (Merlene) Radcliffe, Tracy Taylor, Hope (Rasheed) Hakim, Jason (Trina) Taylor, Michael (Barbara) Lemon, Rodney (Tina) Lemon, Shawn (Erika) Lemon, Nicole Lemon, LaMont (Kendra) Powell, Trevor Powell, Brittany Lemon, Carla Lemon, Derek (Julia) Lemon, Corey (Necole) Lemon, and Arlethia Radcliffe; great grandchildren, Alexander J. Lemon, Lee Gordon, Aaron D. Radcliffe, Brooke Radcliffe, Caleb Radcliffe, Christopher Radcliffe, Devon M. Radcliffe, Marquis Taylor, Joy Hakim, Jordan S. Taylor, Xavier Lemon, Anthony Carter, Vanessa Lemon, Kaylan Lemon, Tanner Lemon, Reid Lemon, Layla A. Powell, Mariah Campbell, Taylor Tucker, Jasmine Lemon, Jada Lemon, Sieanna Lemon, Jaime Norris, Joshua Lemon, Braylor Brooks and Braxton Brooks. His legacy will live on through his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He is also survived by one brother, Joseph R. Lemon of Massillon, and sisters-in-law, Pauline Lemon of Massillon, Nellie Lemon of Cleveland, Ohio and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. Calling hours from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 14, 2007 at Friendship Baptist Church, 920 Third Street S.E., Massillon, Ohio with services starting at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Reginald J. Hye officiating. Interment with military honors in Forest Hill Cemetery, Canton, Ohio. Services entrusted to Schneeberger Funeral Home, 2222 Fulton Rd. N.W., Canton, Ohio 44709
(Schneeberger 330-456-8237)
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Memories and Condolences
for George Lemon
Gerry Radcliffe
May 7, 2007
They were always there
By Gerry Radcliffe (Daughter)
Read at Dad’s Funeral April 14, 2007
When we were born, our parents were there. They experienced all the anxiety and uncertainties of any parent that brings a child into this world. When both our parents died, we were there and as their children, we experienced all the uncertainties and anxieties of any child losing a parent. The waiting, the experience of pain, not knowing what to say, We will cry we will miss them; many times we will want to see them just one more time.
During the birth process, man assists by pulling the child with forceps, but the gentle touch of God's hand delivers the baby. During the death process, GOD held out his hand and guided our parents home while we were reluctant to let go even though we knew GOD only loaned them to us for a little while.
We may wonder if we did the right thing, we will do some things right, and we will do some things wrong. We must always remember the lessons they taught us and their unconditioned Love.
We have had wonderful parents who loved and natured us and we will always remember the lessons we learned from them and we will impart those lessons onto our children as they will to their children.
One of Dad’s most memorable songs was, “We come this far by faith, leaning on the Lord”. As any family, we have had our share of tragedy. We have always loved and supported each other.
We know with GOD’s help and that of our friends, we shall get through these most difficult of times.
I am proud to be a member of this family. We know that when we put GOD first, all things are possible and we thank you, family & friends for your love and support.
The greatest gift we can give to our parents is to live a life of honor and respect.
2005 Willie, Dad, Gerry, Rose, Louise, Linda and George while visinting Dear (Mary Lemon) at the Laurels of Massillon Healthcare Center
May 7, 2007
Carlton Lemon
April 16, 2007
Family,
It is with my deepest sympathy that i reach out to each and everyone of you to say I LOVE YOU ALL. Although we have lost the pillars of Dear and DaDa our foundation will forever live on. Reflections of days gone by now shine bright with the eternal light cast upon us by George and Mary Lemon. God rest their souls, united again until we all gather in the kingdon of the Lord.
Mary Dotson
April 16, 2007
Dear Linda and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow,love Mary Dotson and family. Canton ,Oh.
Myra Whitaker
April 15, 2007
To the family of George W. Lemon Sr,
Take comfort in knowing God is near and He hears every request made to Him. He will provide exactly what you need. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Lenglade
April 15, 2007
My thoughts are with you and your family. I'm thinking of you at this time of sorrow with deepest sympathy.
Donna Taylor
April 15, 2007
Dear Rosemary and family, I was very sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless and keep you.
Joe and Madeline Burkes
April 14, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Eugene and Judy Coles
April 14, 2007
Dale and Jerry,
God bless you and your family during this time of sadness and sorrow.
Sister Catherine Walsh CSA
April 13, 2007
I extent my heart felt sympathy and prayers during this time of sorrow and mourning. May God's blessings be with you and all of the family.
Elonda Eford
April 13, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tony Townsend
April 13, 2007
May God bless the Lemon family and may he provide peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.
Vince Watts
April 13, 2007
To the Family,
Often during these times of sorrow we mourn the loss of our loved ones. Debra and I encourage you to remember the times of love and laughter and look forward to the day when you will see your father, grandfather, uncle again.
Let the life that he lived speak for him.
Phillipians 4:7
And the peace of God which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Tina Guynn
April 13, 2007
To Sister Rosemary and the entire family of Mr.George W. Lemon Sr, May our Lord comfort you and keep you and may the peace of God fill you during this time.
gwendolyn (mccray)wilcox
April 13, 2007
may god bless you in your time of sorrow.knowing how it is to lose someone so dear.will keep you in our prays the McCray family.
Shirley and Desire'e
April 13, 2007
Dear Linda and family,
Please know that you are in our prayers. Please accept our sincere sympathy. We will think of your father as he is in the Kingdom of God, celebrating and in the loving arms of Jesus.
Donald Jackson
April 13, 2007
To the Lemon family May God bless you.MY family and I will keep you in our prayers. Donald Jackson and Family
renee brown
April 12, 2007
Rod/Tina and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time sincerely Rick/Renee Brown and family
jerilynn seymour
April 12, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patricia Boles
April 12, 2007
May God Be with You in this time of need and always
Praying for you and the family Patricia And Sarah Boles
Stacey Rae Bethá, PHR and Boyd D. Curtis, MD
April 12, 2007
To The Lemon Family,
Sometimes words are not enough to tell what loving hearts want to say but our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness.
Carol Anderson
April 12, 2007
To the Radcliffe, Powell, and Lemon Families. A note of Sympathy and encouragement, my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this time of bereavement. You have suffered a GREAT loss and he will truly be missed. Put all of your trust and faith in the Lord, who will see you through..... To be absent from the body~~is to be present with the lord!!
Kelly Conley
April 12, 2007
Dear Gerry & Dale,
My prayers are with you in this time of great loss. May God carry you by His great mercy through this difficult time.
Venetta TySon
April 12, 2007
Lemon Family: You have our deepest sympathy. "God" will see you through this time of sorrow.
Lois DiGiacomo
April 12, 2007
To the Lemon Family....George and Gerry,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. My prayers are with you, as I would be; however, I will be in Florida on Apr. 14th.
May your family be blessed always and all ways!
Evamg. Cheryl Polk
April 12, 2007
Deacon Lemon, and family:
You are so loved and in my prayers! May you be enveloped in the Comfort of the Holy Ghost in this your hour of grief!
Please, let me know if I can do anything for you!
April 12, 2007
Family,
What a Great Legacy Uncle George has left behind. Although, I never met his brother (Peter), my grandfather, I can only imagine how special he would have been to me, just knowing how special his brothers have been to me. I will always remember Uncle George's smile and gentleness. I pray that we would all live as God has intended, so that we may have eternal life and reunite with our loved ones. I love you all and pray God's greatness on each of your lives.
Kelly Fields & family (Eddie, Emari & D'Marlo)
Ken & Jacquie Perrin
April 11, 2007
Lemon Family: You have our deepest sympathy. May God bless all of you.
Joanna & English Jr. Jenkins
April 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Br. Jerry Lessard
April 11, 2007
Dear Gerry and Geo Lemon Family members...you are all in my prayers during this period of loss. May the thought of heaven's offerings bring you much consolation.
Benny Polin
April 11, 2007
Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of one of his saints. Ps.116:15
Although no man or woman can know the thoughts of the LORD we do know he gives us gifts to treasure and love, and too soon he takes these gifts to be back at home with him. I pray the LORD'S strength in this hour of need. May the Lemon and Powell families comfort turn from grieving to rejoicing knowing God has his child back at home.
Pastor Louie Pantelis
April 11, 2007
Brother Mike, and family a prayer for you. May the Lord Jesus Christ Himself, in this your darkest hour, bring you comfort and peace. May He fill the void in your life with His presence, as He reminds you of our hope beyond the grave. As you go through the valley may our Lord guide you as the Good Shepherd. May He grant you His grace as He draws you closer to His heart. Amen
If you or your family need anything at this time know that I am here to walk beside you at all times.
Donna Harris
April 11, 2007
Deepest condolences to the family.
CONNIE ALSTON AND FAMILY
April 11, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU IN THIS HOUR BUT LOOK UP BECAUSE ALL YOUR HOPE IS IN THE LORD HOLD ON FOR HE IS THERE BE BLESSED
Rev George B Woods Sr
April 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jesse Zabel & Linda Milliken
April 11, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Lula Huskey
April 10, 2007
Matthew 5:4: Sister Rosemary, Brother Winston and family: Our hearts, love and prayers go out to you during this difficult time and even in the time to come. May the Lord God Almighty strengthen you, and may the peace of Christ Jesus be with you. Gene and Lula Huskey, Fishers, IN.
MaryJane Datu
April 10, 2007
To the Lemon and Powell Family and most especially Mrs. Rose Powell, my children and I sends our condolences and prayers to you all from Redwood City, CA . I’m glad that I was able to meet Dada and enjoyed his smile and kindness even for just that one weekend at the family reunion in Pasadena, CA. I will remember a good looking man! We all know that he is enjoying himself now with Mother Dear up there in the palace of God. With our love to you all, MaryJane, Brittany and Dexter
Dr. Sheila J. Triplett
April 9, 2007
Dearest Lemon and Powell Family:
Please accept heartfelt condolences and prayers, on behalf of Pastor Jeffrey A. Johnson, Sr., the Eastern Star Church Exhortation Ministry, and myself, following the Homegoing of your precious Mr. George Lemon, Sr..
May you feel the love, power and presence of God, during your time of grief. May Jehovah-Jireh, our Lord Provider, also give you, your extended family and friends whatever you need today and always.
Blessings!
Eastern Star Church Counseling and Visitation Ministries
Victoria (Vicke) Sheegog
April 9, 2007
To the Lemon family God bless you in your time of sorrow. Be happy in knowing that he is in God's care.
Psalm 90 1-4 has been a source of comfort during our time of loss.
George W. Lemon Sr. (DaDa) and Greatgrand Daughter Layla A. Powell
April 9, 2007
Tanya and Kenneth Ford
April 9, 2007
Sister Rosemary and Family, our hearts and prayers are with you all. May God's love and peace continue to shower upon you.
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Brents
April 9, 2007
May God's presence bring a sense of peace and comfort. Praying for you, Sis. Rosemary Powell, and your family.
Sherry Hosenbackez-Jackson
April 9, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
LaMont Powell
April 8, 2007
To the entire Lemon family, the Powell's of Atlanta, GA send our prayers during this time of reflection and grief. DaDa, as the grandchildren called him, was a great man and will always be remembered. I will remember the family BBQs, his homemade grill using a whirlpool dryer, fishing trips, and the birthday we share together. I love you DaDa and look forward to seeing you and Dear one day.
Marion V. Perkins
April 8, 2007
May god be with the family at this time. Marion V. Perkins and the Perkins Family.
Shawn Lemon
April 8, 2007
To my Dad, Uncle and Aunts...
What a remarkable man of God. Granddad was a man of courage, stamina and great strength. Yes, our family lost another pillar of the Lemon family but let us rejoice that he is in the everlasting arms of Jesus Christ. Let us rally behind one another, as Jesus being the Rock that keeps us together. I love each of you dearly.
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