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Jamie Liggins Obituary

Liggins Jamie A. Liggins, age 54, departed this life on Tuesday, October 18, 2016. A graduate of Marion-Franklin High School and Ohio Dominican University, Jamie worked 28 years for Nationwide Insurance. Jamie was an active member of St. Paul AME Church, Columbus, OH, where she met and married her husband Rev. Timothy E. Liggins. Together, they entered into the pastoral ministry where she was first lady of several AME churches in the 3rd Episcopal District. She was known to be a mentor to many as VP of BLINGG, Inc. and passionate dancer with Leap of Faith Dance Studio. In addition to her husband of 26 years, Jamie leaves to cherish her memory; two children, Taylor and Terrance Liggins; parents, Wanda and James Brown; brothers, Jeffrey Brown and Jerald (Satina) Brown; numerous sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life 12 noon Saturday, October 22, 2016 at St. Paul AME Church, 639 E. Long St., where her family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the start of the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to BLINGG, Inc. Arrangements entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St. To express condolences to Jamie's family, please visit www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 19 to Oct. 21, 2016.

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Robin Washington

October 13, 2020

Jamie, words cannot express the void left when God called his Angel home. I miss you, your sense of humor and the fun we shared while hanging out with our kids. You will forever be in my heart.❤

Mr. Arthur L.& Rev. Evelyn Johnson

November 6, 2016

Dear Tim.
I am so sorry for your precious loss. I can't even imagine the pain that you are going through. I do know that God loves you and comforts and strengthens you. We are praying for you and all persons affected by the loss of your beloved. Matthew 5:4 says that blessed are they that mourn: for thy shall be comforted. Believe and receive in the name of Jesus. Much love to you.

Mr. Arthur L. & Rev. Evelyn M. Johnson (Payne)

November 6, 2016

Bill Burtch

October 30, 2016

I had the good fortune to work with Jamie for many years. Jamie was such a positive, kind and helpful person (and also so much fun!) She always set the bar for finding the positive in difficult situations and knew just the thing to say to keep things moving forward. Jamie was a treasure and I will miss her.

Julie VanDeLinder

October 28, 2016

I worked with Jamie at Natiownide. She always had a kind word and a smile. So sorry to her family for I can only imagine the hole in your hearts. I hope your happy memories of Jamie bring you comfort during the touch times ahead. Wishing you peace and love.

Ametta Reaves

October 23, 2016

Pastor Liggins, Taylor, Terrance, and other family members,
On this day and in the days to come, I am praying with and for you. I am thankful for the joy and love Jamie shared with everyone she met. Her legacy of unconditional love and kindness is very evident in the lives Taylor and Terrance. Tim may our God bring you comfort on those sleepless nights and may you always celebrate the life you shared with you beloved wife.
God bless and much love.

Eduardo Bryant

October 22, 2016

To the beloved family,
Jamie and I have been friends since college. After I graduated I took a job in San Diego and Jamie would come out to visit because that's the type of friend she was. I just learned of the news late last night and my heart is bleeding. I pray for your strength and encourage you to keep going on in the Lord. You will see Jamie again as she is resting in God's arms.

Geri Freeman

October 22, 2016

My deepest condolence to the family of Jamie. Jamie was a light to all of the family of St. Paul's of which I used to be a member.

Mark Pinkston

October 22, 2016

What a Day of Rejoicing it will be when we ALL get to Heaven! Love Peace and Blessing to the entire Family. WE LOVE YOU AND OUR PRAYERS ARE THERE WITH YOU!!

Morgan, Tina, and Jordan Elliott

October 22, 2016

Psalm 116:15 Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.
Love and comfort to your family.

October 21, 2016

My sincere sympathy to Tim, Taylor and Terrance on the loss of their wife and mother. I worked with Jamie at Nationwide for years and will always remember as a caring, loving person. I also heard stories of Taylor and Terrance that she told with love and sometimes laughter.

Evelyn Willis

October 21, 2016

Tim, and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Jamie always had a smile on her face. She was a very sweet person. My heart goes out to you Tim and your family.

Fontella

October 21, 2016

Words can't express how much I'll miss you! Love ya always my dear friend.

October 21, 2016

To Taylor and Family, In Christ we have a blessed and joyful hope that death isn't the end. It is a hope that is based upon a sure promise from Almighty God. Cling to God's promise and find comfort. In Jesus love, The Woodson-Levey's

Gladys Watters

October 21, 2016

To the Liggins and Brown families, God bless each and everyone of you in your sorrow. It was a pleasure to have worked with Jamie and her mother. Heaven has a beautiful Angel.

Robin Washington

October 21, 2016

Tim, Taylor, Terrance, Mr. & Mrs. Brown, words cannot express the pain and sorrow in my heart. Jamie was a ray of light that will never be dimmed. I will forever cherish the friendship and laughs we shared. May God continue to comfort you during this difficult time.

Cynthia Brown

October 20, 2016

Jamie was a Christian who exhibited her faith. She exemplified the love of God before you ever knew she was a devoted servant of his word. She fulfilled her call and was given rest. Although we long to have her with us longer, she was given a heavenly gift to be caught up without experiencing the woes at the end of this life. I love you Jamie for magnifying God's love inspite of the triumph. Well done His good and faithfulness servant.

Robin Love

October 20, 2016

Jamie, I will always be thankful for having had you in my life. So many memories, so much laughter, such an inspiration to all. I will miss our talks about our husbands, and how similar they are. I will miss our talks about family and all the important things in life. I will miss your friendship most of all. May you be at peace my dear friend and may your wonderful husband and children find peace too. My heart goes out to them. Love you.

October 20, 2016

It's hard to believe I just spoke to you at Conference and now you've gone to be with our Lord. May God bless your family. Brenda J Harris

Ann Napoletan

October 20, 2016

Tim, Taylor, Terrance, Jeff, Jerry, Tina, Kelly, Wanda & James, and the Brown and Liggins extended families. You have been on my mind continually since Tuesday.

As I've reflected over all the things Jamie has done and all the lives she's touched in her short time on earth, I'm overwhelmed. The list just keeps growing in my mind... She was truly a Super Woman. Her family was her world - she loved all of you fiercely.

Jamie's passion and zest for life should be modeled by all of us; I know I will go forward trying much harder to "not sweat the small stuff" and keep my priorities in order. Jamie was always my cheerleader - she encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone, both in word and by example, and I did. I followed my passion for writing and Alzheimer's advocacy work, eventually leaving a career of 27 years to follow my heart.

I'll never forget talking to her about potentially leaving Nationwide. I thought I was agonizing over the decision. She listened to everything I had to say, then looked at me and smiled. She said, "You know the answer." She was right but I needed to hear it. I picked up the phone and accepted the job and haven't looked back since.

So many doors have opened in part because my "big sis" encouraged and cheered me on. For that, I'll be forever grateful.

I will always be here for your family should you need anything. I know Jamie would have done the same for me. Sending love and prayers.

James Wilson

October 20, 2016

Earth has no sorrow that God can heal

Don & Becky Holliman

October 20, 2016

Jesus spoke to them sayingI am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.~John 8:12. Prayers that God's word will bring you comfort and peace in the days to come. Our love to the family!
~Holliman & Roberts families

Becky Jones

October 20, 2016

It's been a long while since I've seen her bright smile and had her tell me a funny story. We both joked that God certainly had a sense of humor as we were both on the path to being pastor's wives. I'm heartbroken at her passing, as I'm sure many will be. Hugs to Wanda B., may God bless you and keep you during this difficult time. My sincerest sympathy to her family and friends.

Arnett

October 20, 2016

God has blessed you and your family, Jamie. I hope you enjoy your trip to heaven.

October 20, 2016

Jamie was always a bright spot of encouragement and hilarity for everyone she worked with at Nationwide Insurance. What a wonderful dynamo she was. Our hearts truly go out to Tim and the kids for your loss.

Jim and Jeanne Shull

BRENDA MCGEE-JOHNSON

October 20, 2016

MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE LYGGINS AND BROWN FAMILIES. THEY ARE IN MY PRAYERS.
MAY GOD HELP YOU THROUGH THIS TIME OF SORROW.

Al Bohanan

October 20, 2016

To Jerald Brown and family, we are sad to hear about your loss, no words will ever be able to take the place of your love one. The only thing that we have is the joy of your her life and the love that she shared with you and your family, you should know that she is in a much better place and time. Know that she will always be in your hearts and soles forever. God has called Jamie home, the battle of life as we know it has come to an end, your sister is at rest, no more pain and no more sorrow. So, just be with your family and sit back and celebrate the life of your love one. Open your hearts and let the light of God bring you thru your pain.

City of Columbus, ALum Creek
AL Bohanan

Leah Thomas-Marshall

October 20, 2016

My condolences to the Brown and Liggins family for their loss from the Thomas family. We grew up with Jamie at St. Paul AME Church our entire lives. She will truly be missed.

October 20, 2016

Missing you. My condolences to the Liggins and Brown families. God Bless
Tonya (Lane) Daniels

October 19, 2016

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