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1949
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2024
Tenoia Douglas Obituary
May 5, 1949 - April 22, 2024
Columbus, Georgia - Tenoia (Powell) Douglas passed away April 22nd, 2024 at age 74. Born in Slidell, Louisiana Tenoia was the second oldest child out of eight to late Arthur and Terry (Miles) Powell. She is preceded by her older brother and her former husband.
Tenoia is survived by six siblings, three children, eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Tenoia retired from the Texas juvenile prison. She then enjoyed being a substitute teacher and paraprofessional in Columbus, Ga. She loved to learn and go to school even at 74 years old. She held multiple degrees including an A.A. and 3 B.A.s. She was always smiling and encouraging others.
A memorial for will be held on May 4th 2024 at Lambs International Funeral Home 3360 Buena Vista Rd Columbus, GA 31907 at Noon. Repass will be held at the VFW 1824 Victory Dr. Columbus, Ga 31901 from 2-6pm. Colors are red and black.
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Shirley Hadley
December 18, 2024
I miss talking to Tenoia
Sgt. Carpenter
May 5, 2024
You were a blessing to all of us at the Hutchins Unit. The world was a better place because you were in it. You will be missed.
Tracy Grady Spencer
May 4, 2024
On behalf of Alfria Miles-Grady, Betty, Bernice, Tracy, and family, we would like to extend our sincere condolences to Raijeim, Raiheim, Lattimore, and the entire family in the passing of Tenoia.
We are so grateful that Tenoia loved her "Aunt Alfie" and her "Aunt Alfie" loves her, and every chance Tenoia was able to stop by to visit, it brought so much joy and love.
May the Lord give you peace and comfort during this time. We love you all and you will remain in our prayers.
Rakeshia Lafavor
May 3, 2024
I will truly miss Ms. Douglas. She was a beautiful person inside and out and a true blessing to me. Even on my worst days she made me laugh and brightened my day. I will truly miss her and I Thank God for allowing me the privilege to know her. My prayers and Sincere condolences to her family and friends! We love and miss you Ms. Douglas!
Lillie Dunn
May 3, 2024
With deepest sympathy .
Mrs Jackson
May 3, 2024
I am so grateful to have met Ms Douglas she loved to dance and kept me laughing. She was so sweet and literally gave me the shirt off her back cause she knew I love leopard. She will truly be missed and we shall dance again Louisiana Queen!!
L. Mason
May 2, 2024
So very grateful for our paths crossing. Our talks, laughs, sharing words of encouragement and support, dancing and so much much will truly be missed. It's not everyday you meet such a warm, caring and sincere person. Missing your presence is an understatement. Prayers of peace and comfort to the family.
Erika Riggins
May 2, 2024
Mrs. Douglas is someone I was and am still truly inspired by. She ambitiously kept going! She reminded me a lot of my grandma because despite, SELF, she always put others first! Her spirit was joyous and calming. When I first met her she had a pep in her step, strutting with her roller bag like she was in her early 20s! She enjoyed her McDonald´s coffee almost every morning. She believed in expanding her knowledge. She let me know that she wasn´t gonna stop. I told her "You go girl" and she responded, "You know me; if you don´t use it, you lose it". Being a teacher and student myself, having her say that to me at 74, reminded me that I do not have any excuses and that I must keep going. She will certainly missed. Rest peacefully, Mrs. Douglas. My condolences to your family and friends.
Milton Mizenburg III
May 1, 2024
Man Cuz...you gave me cousins to play with in my youth. My mom loved you. I love you and will miss you tremendously.
Patricia Fitch
May 1, 2024
My cousin Tenoia was more like a sister to me. We shared many good times and some bad time together. One of her missions in life was to help others, especially the youth, to be the best person they could be. She will be truly missed.
Patricia Fitch
Shirley Hadley
May 1, 2024
I will miss you.
Love cousin Shirley
Tasha (Powell) Williams
May 1, 2024
My cool, smart Auntie. You will be dearly missed. You taught me a lot about education and life. Always had a smile and made me laugh. Truly a blessing to have known you these years. I´m sure you will hear "Job Well Done."
Terry McKeithen
May 1, 2024
Aunt T was always encouraging education. She loved her family. She´d hit the Highway and travel to visit all of her family near and far. Will miss you
Shunta Oliver
May 1, 2024
Wow, Lady D is what I called her. She was a real gem .Worked with her for years at The Hutchins Unit and she always reminded me that my black is beautiful. My condolences to you Clay
Mai Boykin
May 1, 2024
Tenoia was a true friend and colleague. I will forever cherish our friendship.
Monica and Fred
May 1, 2024
Knowing her daughter and granddaughter is to know what a tremendous mother and person she must have been. Sending our love and deepest condolences. Monica & Fred
Lattimore Clay
May 1, 2024
No one could ever replace you Mom... You will be surely missed. You will no longer endure the pain
Charles King
May 1, 2024
I remember Tenoia at the Hutchins Unit and she was an inspiration to me. Condolences from the King family.
Ea Allen
May 1, 2024
Sending my condolences to you and family.
Raijeim Douglas
May 1, 2024
My mom as a Single mother worked hard to make sure we had experiences that fostered growth. she was a life time member of NAACP, she loved to travel, she loved teaching, and there are so many students that could tell stories of how she loved on them as her own children. She will be missed her laugh, her smile and her singing. I love you mom.
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