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Jerome Maddox Obituary

Jerome Maddox February 9, 1959 - January 21, 2009 COLUMBUS, GA — Mr. Jerome "Cowboy" Maddox of Columbus passed Wednesday at VistaCare at Franciscan Woods. He was 49 years old and resided at 3008 Viking Drive. The son of Jesse and Dorothy Cotton Maddox of Columbus, Jerome was born in Harris County, GA on February 9, 1959. He attended Jordan Vocational High School and was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Hamilton, GA. He was employed for over 27 years at Swift Textile Mill. Survivors, other than his parents, include: his wife, Virginia Hill Maddox; a daughter, Shantina Lovejoy (B.J.); two grandchildren, Tatiyana Lovejoy and Jayla Lovejoy; two brothers, Jesse A. Maddox, Jr. and Ethan Maddox (Demetria); one sister, Stephanie Howard (Ronald), all of Columbus, GA; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Homegoing Services for Mr. Maddox will be 12 Noon, Saturday at Mt. Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Howell, pastor officiating. The interment will follow in the Church Cemetery. Visitation begins Friday at 2:00 PM with a family hour from 4 til 6 PM at the funeral home. The cortege will depart from 1082 Glenwood Road, Columbus at 11:15 the morning of the service. Arrangements entrusted to the staff of Progressive Funeral Home, Inc.

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Published by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer on Jan. 23, 2009.

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October 30, 2009

Jerome it's been about 10 monthes now, but it is still hard. I still miss your morning calls. I miss you saying " WHAT UP! It's been a struggle , but I have to keep my focus on GOD and lean and depend on him. I know I will see you again. If it's possible for you to hold a seat, I know you are trying to hold me one. "I'LL SEE YOU IN THE MORNING"

LOVE RODNEY

Stephanie howard

August 30, 2009

Sometimes you never think that your loveone will leave you always think so far away but never at your door, my brother was more than just a brother he was an overprotective father plus a friend sometimes I wish I could just here his voice or see his name come on my phone I miss him so much, I still sometimes can't believe he left me, but I know he didn't have a choice because I do miss him and he was my heart but God was ready for him and as much as I loved him if he would have asked me if I wanted to go I would have sayed not right now but I will see you again later, love your little sister Stephanie.

Ma'Lissa Morgan-Willis

May 8, 2009

Handsome. Smart. Intelligent. Quiet. Friendly. Hard Worker & Dedicated Father. All these things that I remember about Corey describes him to a "T". He will be truly missed,but NEVER FORGOTTEN!

Clifford Murphy

January 29, 2009

May God continue to bless you and the family during this period of sadness.


Cliff Jr. & Catherine Murphy

Richard & Sharon Murphy

January 29, 2009

To my cousins Jessie and Dorothy, the Bible is filled with people who have suffered grief. People like you and me. King David lost a child, and he grieved, he wept, but, then, he poured his heart out before God. God wants you to know that it’s all right to grieve and express sorrow; for He is the God of the brokenhearted.
He has sent me (Jesus) to bind up the brokenhearted. Isaiah 61:1 We say to your family Jessie, let Christ wrap his pierced hands around your broken hearts and allow him to share in your sufferings.
Love,

Melvin Thomas

January 26, 2009

My friends I am saddened to hear the news of Cowboy’s passing. He will be solely missed, but not forgotten.

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the Maddox family and friends in this time of bereavement. May God bless you and keep you.

MeChele Ash

January 26, 2009

Shantina & Aunt Putty,
You are both in our prayers. Continue to put God first in everything you do and this load will be a little easier to bear. God Bless!
Prayerfully Submitted,
The Ash, Morgan & Parkman Families

Florence & Joseph Ray

January 24, 2009

We were sadden when we heard the news. Don't worry, GOD will take care of you and your family.

Wayne Bailey

January 24, 2009

My prayers goes out to the family. We do not know what plans God has for any of us. We can only trust in his wisdom and follow his guidance. I attend Jordan with Jerome and Jessie back when times were hard for a young black man in Columbus. We did bring some hard times on ourselves as we were misunderstood and without or refused proper guidance.

We are men now with childern of our own. Dedicated to family and hard at work providing a decent living for them. Praying that our children do not make the mistakes we made, because we are here to guide them down a different path.

May God bless the Maddox family and friends.

Rod (PUNIE) Williams

January 24, 2009

My good friend is going home. Who shall be truly missed but not forgotten. We grew up in Beallwood Heights, and those memory will last in my heart and his friend hearts for life. My condolence to the Maddox family.

Patrick Bates

January 24, 2009

It was nice knowing you great co-worker to work with.

Amanda Reed

January 24, 2009

Shantina, my prayers are with you and your family during your loss. Just know that you are not alone, you are surrounded by memories that will live on forever, the greatest gift your father left you, is the gift of knowing you had a father that loved and cared for you. Keep his memory alive in all you do. He will continue to watch and guide you with his everlasting love for you......As long as you can look up, you can get up. If you can get up then you can move forward. Always remember we have a perfect GOD and he's calling his ANGELS home to his perfect world.....you have my prayers, your Best Friend

tommie cotton

January 23, 2009

god bless the maddox family

Kenmitt J. Morgan(P-Nut)

January 23, 2009

I will miss you uncle. I Love You!

Donna & Deneysha Chambers

January 23, 2009

Mr. & Mrs. Maddox..you have our deepest sympathy in the passing of your son Jerome. Look to the saviour for comfort in your time of grief

CAMILLE FORD-WILLIAMS

January 23, 2009

MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES GOES OUT TO THE MADDOX FAMILY! I AM A REAL GOOD FRIEND OF STEPHANIE AND I REALLY HATE TO SEE THAT THIS HAS HAPPEN TO YOUR FAMILY.

Ma'Lissa Morgan-Willis

January 23, 2009

"Cowboy" was his nickname. As I recall it was because he loved to wear cowboy boots and freshly starched and creased Levi's. Uncle you were the closest thing to a father that I've ever known. You treated me like your own child. For every moment spent with you and for everything you did for me I am "Forever Grateful." I will miss your smile,your jokes and most of all your presence. Just do me a favor and peek in on us all from time to time. Trust me,I'll know when you're there. You'll NEVER be forgotten. Say "Hi!" to my peeps for me. I'll be seeing you again....but not yet! I Love You Very Much!-Ma'Lissa E. Morgan-Willis(neice) P.S.-"Steak or Hamburger?"(smile)

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