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Stephen Commodore Obituary

COMMODORE Stephen George Commodore, age 81, of Columbus, Ohio, transitioned on Thursday, May 6, 2010 at St. Ann's Mt. Carmel Hospital. Stephen graduated from Central High School in January, 1947. A United States Army Veteran, Stephen served in the Korean War. He was a Life Member and Past Commander of the Ohio Capital City VFW Post 3764 and served as a member of the Franklin County Veterans Service Commission from 1994-2006. A retiree of White Castle Systems, Inc., Stephen is preceded in death by his mother Clara Sylvia Commodore and stepson Antoine Garner. Stephen is survived by his spouse of 26 years, Lillie Mae Commodore; children, Mark Barker, James Barker, Stephanie (William Dickerson) Commodore, Laura (Dean) Commodore-Young and Stephen Garner; stepchildren, Wesley (Fifi) Revels, Traci (Mervin) Brown, Todd (Opal) Revels, Andre Garner, William Garner, Lavelle Garner, Collette Garner, Alyce (Faye) Garner; the mother of his children, Marvine Commodore Germany; special brother-in-law, Robert L. Massey; and his very dear friend, Eugene "Wildman" Washington; 35 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren. A host of other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life Services will be held 12 noon on Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at New Salem Baptist Church, 2956 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43224. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Interment Green Lawn Cemetery with full veterans honors. Arrangements by C. D. WHITE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 1217 Mt. Vernon Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43203. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made to the Stephen George Commodore Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Telhio Credit Union, 201 Outerbelt Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from May 9 to May 10, 2010.

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May 15, 2010

To:Laura Commodore-Young;
Sending our deepest love and condolences to you as you await the time you and your beloved father are to meet again. We send our love and open arms to you. Here whenever you need us.
Chrystal Nelson, Chauntae' Nelson, Christina White, Cherelle White, Alfred white, Cassandra White, Cinnamon White

Wayne and Denise Walker & family

May 12, 2010

Our prayers are with your family

Bridgette Cummings

May 11, 2010

My heartfelt condolences to the Commodore Family. Blessed are they that hear the word of GOD, and keep it.. With deep sympathy. Bridgette Cummings

Deborah Holland Frye & Family

May 11, 2010

Little Steve and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. May The Good LORD continue to bless always. Love you all,

Marvin Stevens

May 11, 2010

Steve and family, Please accept my deepest sympathies

James Reese Jr & Family

May 11, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May God and your memories bring you comfort. God Bless You All.

enuyami sahr

May 11, 2010

Dear Tony and Family, my deepest condolences and sympathy at your time of loss. He ARISES from his flesh and they call him BLESSED. May his memory keep you in good spirits. God bless you and your family. You remain in my prayers.
Yami and family(Columbus)

Kyrem and family

May 11, 2010

Aunt Mae our thoughts and prayers go out to you and family

Gonnie Goins

May 11, 2010

Dear Stephanie, Laura, & the Commmodore Family:

You all are in my prayers during this difficult time of bereavement. I pray that peace and comfort find home in your hearts.

Sincerely,

May 11, 2010

Mrs. Commodore and family, so very sorry for the loss of your love one and the pain you must be feeling at this time. My brother, "Wild Man," often spoke of Mr. Commodore with great love and Admiration; there was no question of their friendship. We all felt as though we also knew Mr. Commodore after a conversation with Gene. He will be greatly missed by Wild Man and the family. May God Bless you and ease your sorrow.

Sharon, Judith, Monica, and Wild Man.

May 11, 2010

Mrs. Commodore & Family,
My prayers will be with you & your family. Mr Commodore was such a nice neighbor & he will be missed. Everyday when it was sunny & warm out. He asked if I was enjoying this good weather. Even if I was having a bad..that made me smile. I'm sorry you didn't get a chance 2 see our new little one. That's the 1st thing her father said. You will truly be missed..
May God be with your family
Tersail, NayNae, Tra'von, & Taraji

Marshall Murray

May 10, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

May 10, 2010

Dear Mrs. Commodore and family,May God give you comfort and strength. You are in my prayers.With deepest sympathy.Your Rebecca street neighbor Phillis Horton

Gerald & Karen Casper

May 10, 2010

To Laura and the Commodore Family,
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this diffcult time.

COLLEEN IRVIN

May 10, 2010

DEAR LILLIE: MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW. STEVE WILL BE TRULY MISSED. HE WAS SUCH A JOY TO BE AROUND. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU.

Eyvonne Martin

May 10, 2010

-With Deepest Sympathy-
Time will pass
and the pain will lessen,
but memories
will be forever present
of someone who was so special
to so many people.

*The Martin, Neal, Slaughter Families

Sheryl Packer

May 10, 2010

Mrs. Commodore & Family,

We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Commodore's passing. He was a wonderful man and neighbor. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ewans & Packer Families

Sheila Waters

May 10, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Hike & Hicks Family

May 10, 2010

To the family of Big Steve,

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,

Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

May your memories bring you comfort.

Our deepest condolences and God Bless.

Ginny Young

May 10, 2010

Mom Commodore,
I know the pain of loosing your best friend is hard on you, but remember that God is in control & that he has your back. Now you can shout Hallelujah, for your husband is now in the care of our Master, he has been given his wings to fly above us & take on his new assignments. But just remember that Steve brought joy & love to all he met & no one was ever a stranger for he knew how to keep you laughing. I will always cherish the relationship I had with Steve for it was truly special. Mom Commodore, just remember that you have family & friends to help get you through these hard times.
Love ya

LaFaye Brookins-Honeysuckle

May 10, 2010

To Laura and the Commodore family. May God be with you at this time. May he give you strength to endure these days and comfort to continue on. If we can be of any assistance, please know that we are here for you.

Cathy Hoover-Gooden

May 9, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

LaVeisha Smoak

May 9, 2010

Mrs Commodore, Uncle Steve, Aunt Stephanie, and Aunt Laura,

It will be the little things
that you will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push
away the pain
and bring the smiles
back again.

Crystal Robertson

May 9, 2010

Mrs. Commodore,

Mr. Commodore was our Grandfather and we thought so highly of him. We will miss him.

We know that you will have a difficult road to recovery and we want you to know we will be there for you in any way we can. For now, just know that we are sharing your grief at this sad time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

Love, Justin, Jada & Crystal

May 9, 2010

Thank you for your service to our country.

Blue Star Mothers
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Worthington/Columbus OH

Malcolm Mahan

May 9, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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