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Shardine Whitfield Obituary

WHITFIELD Shardine Whitfield, 71, went home to be with the Lord February 4, 2012 at her home surrounded by family. She was born February 27, 1940 in Columbus, OH to Robert and Grace Goins. She leaves to cherish her memories children, Joe, Michael (Vickie), Mark, Shonda and Jerneen (Maurice) Oldham; siblings, Theodore (Myrna) Brown, Janet Goolsby, Shirley Lovings, Phyllis Goins, and Laverne Miller; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; father of her children, Joe Whitfield; and a host of other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends 12Noon Friday, February 10, 2012 until time of service 1 p.m. at Church of Christ of the Apostolic Faith, 1200 Brentnell Ave. Dr. Eugene Lundy, pastor. Interment to follow. Family request, in lieu of flowers, make donations to Columbus Cancer Clinic, 1699 W. Mound St. or Bread of Life Ministries, 1200 Brentnell Ave. Arrangements entrusted to J MARTIN-SMITH MORTUARY, 1173 E. Hudson St.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 8 to Feb. 9, 2012.

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Jennifer D Brown

February 2, 2025

I really miss my auntie coming to California staying with her brother Ted and making the best peach cobbler ever. She was fun and funny and loved the Lord. She was the sweetest aunt and I will forever miss her, and I can´t wait to see her when I get to heaven, along with my father Theodore.

Jennifer Brown

February 2, 2021

I really miss my auntie, her laughter and her wisdom. On her memorial I wish her rest in heaven till we meet again.

Robert Goins

April 22, 2012

Aunt Shardine, you were always at the other end of my phone calls. You were always there when I had concerns. You were always there when I was growing up and I will be always thankful for and to you. I consider you a pillar in my life and that I somehow managed to grow up. I understand what family means because of you. Thank you for the stories about your father. They helped me through the toughest times in my life. I already miss you. It took better than a month or so before I could write anything because it really hurt. It still hurts. I don't know how I would have grown without you.

Aleta Whitfield

March 11, 2012

To the family of Shardine Whitfield, I was just made aware of Shardine's passing, my prayers go out to your entire family. May God comfort all of you at this time.

Karen (Cason) Berkley

February 25, 2012

I was sad to hear of the passing of a dear friend that I had known since childhood. Shardine is at rest now. May the Lord wrap his arms of love around your entire family. May He restore your peace and joy. Love.

Cherie Jacko

February 12, 2012

To God Be The Glory For All He Has Done.
To the Whitfield family, I'm truly sorry for your loss my prayers are with you.. Mrs Whitfield was a wonderful person. Love Always Cherie Jacko (McNeal) Clark, Jamie and Ms. McNeal

Victoria Smith

February 10, 2012

To the Whitfield family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I will remember your Mom as a loving and wonderful person. Though I could not be there today, my prayers to you all. God Bless you.

February 10, 2012

To the Whitfield family the world has lost someone special to you. But heaven has just gotten another angel. Be blessed and know that you are love! Rosalind Carothers

Denise Johnson

February 10, 2012

I am sorry I cannot be with you and your family today, but know I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with always!

Denise Packer

February 10, 2012

To the Whitfield Family, sorry for your
loss, my prayers our with you during this
time.

Teresa Garrett

February 10, 2012

To Mark and the Whitfield family, You have my condolence on the lost of your mother, she was a wonder woman.May GOD bless each and everyone of you.

Sharon Anthony

February 10, 2012

Shonda and Family: My sincere condolences to you and your family.

February 10, 2012

To the WHITFIELD family be bless Ms Whitfield was a blessing to us all just look in the mirror she will always be there .LOVE ALWAYS ,James(Marsha)Packer

Ricardo Goins

February 10, 2012

Going to miss up aunty

Angela Morris

February 10, 2012

May we all find peace in our hearts knowing that our auntie is home with our heavenly father

Erica Brown-Salinas

February 9, 2012

To my Auntie with the huge heart, you will truly be missed by many. Thank you for all of the love and support you always gave to your brother Theodore and his family. The beautiful memories of my youth, and the times spent with you and your family will always be engraved in my heart. See you again one day Auntie Shardine!

Lisa Brown-Warren

February 9, 2012

I will miss you Aunt Shardine,
you were one of my favorite Aunts.
Always giving and full of laughter.

You are with God now and you are free
Set free from all pain and suffering.

I never got to say good-bye
Never said the things I held inside.
My memories of you will be with me forever.
You were the best Aunt I could ask for.
I know you are with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,
and that gives me peace.
I Love You!
My prayers are with the family.

Bishop & Lady William M. Polley & the Zion Christian Assembly Family

February 9, 2012

We extend heartfelt sympathy to the family of Sister Whitfield in her promotion to glory. The promise of Eternal Life adds solace to the hearts of those those loved ones go to be with the Lord, knowing that one day there will be a great gathering of the saints in heaven. May it comfort your hearts to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bro&Sis Quincy/Charlotte Bell

February 9, 2012

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Jamie sullivan

February 9, 2012

To shardine u was a wonderful women and a very loving person and im going to miss u so much

Toni Carter

February 9, 2012

To Shonda you are in our prayers during your time of loss. Remember weeping may endure for a night, but joy come in the morning. Please call me or Tina if you need anything. Tina is still thankful for your calligraphy for her wedding.

Geraldine Hayes

February 9, 2012

To the family of Shardine Whitfield (Shonda and Robert Goins). My prayers go out to you during your hour of sorrow. May God continue to bless and strengthen you in your time of need.

Rachel Hayes

February 9, 2012

To Shonda and family. You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. I may not make the service due to my job situation, but you will be in my prayers. I will miss your mother she was such a beautiful ray of light in this world. Please call me if you need ANYTHING!

Jennifer Denise Brown

February 9, 2012

I love and will miss my auntie Shardine. I am blessed to have had her in my life. I am happy she is with the Lord. I can not wait to see her when I go home to meet the Lord some day.

February 9, 2012

to Jerneen and the Whitfield family....loss is very difficult, and i know how hard this is, but Joy comes in the morning. my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God keep you in perfect peace and comfort you. God Bless You.
shelia fairley, columbus, oh

Brisco

February 9, 2012

To the family, you are in my prays. She was such a loving person. She helped my 3 kids so much when she was at Hamilton.
She will be missed

The Glover Family

February 9, 2012

To The Whitfield Family (Joe, Michael, Shonda, Mark,and Jerneen), May God continue to bless and keep each and everyone of you.
"Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, Nor have entered into the heart of man The things which God has prepared for those who love Him." 2 Corinthians 2:9
We loved Mom Whitfield too,

Leann Yancey and Family

February 9, 2012

To Michael & the Whitfield family

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Saundra Cunningham

February 9, 2012

To the family you are in our prayers, grief can be hard but special memories can help us cope. Ms. Shardine was always encouraging and had words of truth...know that she is in Gods care. May your hearts be filled with Peace.

broadus wade family

February 9, 2012

sorry about your lost are prayer are with you always we will miss shardine warm and kind heart from the broadus and wade and all who knew her she singing i.am free

February 9, 2012

To Shonda & the Whitfield family,

I worked with Shardine during the summer months her at LifeCare Alliance. I found her to be very personable, outgoing, and excellent customer skills. I am very sorry to hear of her passing. May God be with you.

February 9, 2012

my thoughts and prays go out to the family god will take care of shardine now debbie yoest

Janet Farmer

February 9, 2012

To the family you are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray you will reemember the good times you all shared and know that the Lord is with you at this time. Love you all. Evang. Janet (Suber) Farmer (Your aunt Maggies Hardings grandaughter)

LaDonna Miller

February 9, 2012

To the Whitfield Family,

May God bless you and heaven smile upon... There is no more suffering, no more pain... Jesus saw his angel suffering so down here he came..He stayed by her side from morn to night and he comforted her until the broad daylight... May Aunt Shardine rest in Heaven and shout all day long. " Amen, Amen, Amen was her favorite song...Love always Bair

WILMA DUNLAP

February 9, 2012

To the family of Ms Shardine Whitfield i send my prayers and thoughts to all of you. Please rest knowing that she is in the hands of our Lord and Savior she will truely be missed by all R.I.H. AUNTIE LOVE YA.

Diane Kalliantas

February 9, 2012

To Shardine's family: You have my heartfelt sympathy at the loss of wonderful, beautiful Shardine. May the Lord surround you with His angels and fill your hearts with peace.

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