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Jeanette Wilson Obituary
JEANETTE HUGHES
'JENNY MAMA'
Jeanette Hughes Wilson, age 73, daughter of the late David & Marguerite Hughes, Wife (of 41 years) of the late Murray 'Popeye' Wilson, Jr., Fiscal Assistant/Univ of Florida & 1964 Graduate of Lincoln High School, left this earthly scene on Wednesday, January 8, 2020, in the confines of her home surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Wilson served willingly at Mount Hermon Missionary Baptist Church where she was a life-long Member. She was an Usher, Church Clerk, Member of the Finance and Hospitality Committees and served on many other auxiliaries. Also, she was a former President of the Second Street Revival Committee and The Time of Refreshing Women's Ministry in addition to other affiliations.
The Homegoing Celebration will be held 1:00PM Saturday, January 18, 2020, at Upper Room Church of God in Christ (Gainesville, FL) where Pastor Pearlie L. Shelton & Supt Karl D. Anderson are Senior Pastors, with her Pastor, Pastor Terry D. Dorsey, delivering the Eulogy. Mrs. Wilson will be viewed at the Funeral Home on Friday (2:00-7:00PM) - At the Church on Saturday 1 Hour prior to the Services where the Family will render a Power Point Presentation - And with the Processional. The Procession will form at her residence, 4617 SE 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL at 12:15PM. The Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Wilson's Son - Arnett Hughes, Daughter - Lupatricia Russell and Siblings - David Hughes and Betty Hughes preceded her in death.
Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters - Evangeline Sterling (& Lewis), Nikia Wilson, Joyce Wilson, Cathy Daniels, Myra Jenkins and Kimberly Ewell; sons - Murray Wilson, III (& Arnette), Frederick Wilson, Bruce Wilson (& Julia), Murray Tyrone Wilson, Keith Ware (& Nedra) and Syrus Wilson; God-Children - Sharon (& Alvoid) Simmons; siblings - Margaret Williams, Nicey Mae Dixon and Aubrey Long (& Cheryl); 47 grandchildren; 65 great grandchildren; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins & friends.
Arrangements Entrusted To DUNCAN BROTHERS'
FUNERAL HOME
428 NW 8TH St
Gainesville, FL
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Josephine McElrath
January 10, 2021
I met Jeanette at the senior center. We played bid whist. She was a champion and taught me a lots. She would talk about her church and invite us to come to the many activities. She was always concerned and knew the status of all our players. A true woman of God.
Josephine McElrath
February 21, 2020
My prayers are with family. A truly great woman of God.
Shirley & Michael Hicks
January 19, 2020
To my family. I'm sad to hear about the passing of your mom and my cousin. My condolences to you all. He will give you strength and peace to make it thru.
Priscilla Monroe
January 18, 2020
Our sincere condolences.
Priscilla Monroe
Lea Tillman-Dallas
Jeri Stoner
January 18, 2020
Thanks for teaching me how to play bid whist. You were my favorite partner. Will miss you. Rest In Peace.
Beatrice Johnson
January 17, 2020
Please accept my sincere condolences
Annie Brown
January 17, 2020
To the family and friends of Jeanette Wilson my prayers and thoughts are with you all hold to God unchanged hand and he will give you all strength and peace in Jesus name we pray amen ❤
April Stephens
January 17, 2020
I just learned of the sad news via Facebook.
It's a traggic thing to lose a loved one. My condolences to the family. God will see you through.(1/17/20)
Jennifer Rushing
January 16, 2020
Nikia and family you are in my prayers. There are no words that can heal the pain, but just take it one day at a time God is with you.
Minister & Mrs. Joseph & Carma DeBose
January 16, 2020
TO: Mr. & Mrs Keith and Nedra Ware and family,
I am sorry I just learned about your loss while reading the obituaries. You are in our prayers and we extend heart felt sympathy in the lost of your loved one.
Cordially,
Your uncle and Auntie
David Southworth
January 16, 2020
Jeanette, you were a wonderful addition to our AARP Tax Aide program at the HQ library and helped many people there. We will miss you but will remember your kind words and work to assist so many.
Dave Southworth
01/16/2020
Elizabeth Bryant
January 16, 2020
Jeanette will be truly missed and a true friend love to have many talks about life I enjoy those talks I love you all and I love you Jeanette Elizabeth Jackson
Nikia Wilson James
January 16, 2020
I miss you mommy. I love you eternally.
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