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GREGORY LAMAR McDOWELL A Homegoing Celebration to honor the life of Mr. Gregory Lamar McDowell of 4385 Comfort Trail, Union City, Georgia will be held Tuesday, October 30, 2012, 11:00 a.m. at World Changers Church International World Dome, 2500 Burdett Rd., College Park, Georgia, Dr. Creflo A. Dollar, Pastor, officiating. Entombment, Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Remains will lie in repose from 9:00 a.m. until the hour of service. He is survived by: his wife, Rosetta McDowell; two sons, Ethan McDowell and Trevor McDowell; mother, Mrs. Brenda Varner (John); father, Mr. Curtis Brown (Anita); grandmother, Mrs. Bertha Austin (Homer); sister, Lytrese McDowell; niece, Ny'asia McDowell; nephew, Quadarius McDowell; brother, Mr. Meldon McDowell; brother-in-law, Mr. Fredrick D. Barge; and a host of other relatives and friends. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the residence at 10:00 a.m. Gus Thornhill's Funeral Home, Inc. (404)768-2993-4.
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the Simmons Family
November 6, 2012
To the McDowell family, I plead the precious Blood of Jesus over you to keep you strong in the Lord and in the power of His Might – That no weapon formed against you will prosper - but God will give you triumphant victory in the mist of this tragedy. In Jesus' name Amen
Theodore Allen
October 31, 2012
My Wife and I send our condolences to the McDowell Family and may the grace and peace of God comfort you today, tomorrow and always.
Felena
October 31, 2012
Peace and Love to the McDowell family.
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Patricia Rogers
October 31, 2012
The loss of this soldier was felt in Memphis, Tennessee. God is speaking to us to watch and pray. Gregory and his family will be in our thoughts and prayers. It matters not how we leave here; we all must go some way - but it does matter how we live here on earth. Gregory was a good example.
Pastor Dollar, keep on preaching a sound doctrine....the days are evil.
October 31, 2012
prayers for the wife and kids.. may god continue to bless you and give you peace..god bless your family
Brenda Tillman
October 31, 2012
To the Family of Mr. Gregroy McDowell. I know that your hearts are heavy but I ask that you look to the hills from where you receive your help. Know that our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is with you and will be with you. Even though I did not know your love one , I can see that he was a man of God. Keep your hands in God's hand. God bless and keep you all in his loving arms.
Patrice Lisbon
October 31, 2012
Rosetta,
I will continue to lift you , your sons and the entire family up in prayer. May God continue to strengthen you so that you will continue your husband's legacy here on earth.
Patrice Lisbon
FDH Class of 90
Demetria Brown
October 31, 2012
Dear Rosetta, your sons Ethan,Trevor & your family. May the Love Of God surround you & the peace Of God comfort you always. May all of your needs be continued met & laid at your feet. Gods's Love is All Powerful, Perfect, & Permanent. In our prayers & hearts.
The Brown Family, Mcdonough, Georgia
October 31, 2012
Hello Mrs.Mcdowell. We are so sorry for your loss. We are with you in spirit and will kept you and the boys in prayer.Always remember your never along. Kahsa & Irene Reynolds
October 31, 2012
Rosetta, we are praying for you and your family.
Love Always
Carliss and Ringo Maddox
Nelva Walker
October 30, 2012
To the McDowell family, May the peace of God cover you as a blanket each and every day. God is still God and HE cares for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
October 30, 2012
To the McDowell Family, may God keep your in his protective care. Our prayers are with you all. The Goodson Family
Twanna Walton
October 30, 2012
We are praying for your strength Rosetta and your boys. Peace that passes be with you now.
Karen Dick
October 30, 2012
Dear Ms. Rosetta. Although I do not know you, my heart has been touched through this occurence. I have been praying for you and your children. As well as the many family and friends affected by Mr. MCDowell's passing. I live in Los Angeles, Ca. and I wanted you to know that many saint here are praying as well. I will join World Changers and donate towards your family fund. I love you in the Lord...
Karen
October 30, 2012
To Rosetta, Our prayers are with you and your family, we love you soooo much.
Love
Felton and Celeste Jackson
Tifton, Ga.31794
Virginia Hall
October 30, 2012
Blessings to you McDowell family, as a fellow World Changer, know that your family is always here for you. Greg was such a blessing to all he came in contact with.
The Armstead Family
October 30, 2012
To The McDowell Family , May God cover you and your familly with his peace. From your Family in Christ her in California , know that our prayers are with you . God Bless
Pamela Mccorkle
October 30, 2012
This is so sad for the people he left behind, but happy for him. He is now with the Lord/God. Paul says 'to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord'. My prayers are with the McDowell family. May the Lord/God give all of you the peace that only HE can give. God Bless You.
Sharon Elston
October 30, 2012
To the McDowell Family, know that you are covered in prayer during your time of sorrow. I do not know you nor did I know Gregory McDowell; however, we are all family in the body of Christ. I read an article regarding the tragedy that changed your life forever and was moved with compassion for you. I am praying for your family. You will can and will make it! God bless you all.
Denise McKenzie
October 30, 2012
My condolescences to the family of Greg. He was a mighty man of God!
Erica Bostwick
October 30, 2012
Rosetta I love you and your family very much! Even though I was unable to attend you and your family are constantly in my thoughts and prayers! You guys are and always will be a special part of my life and I look forward to seeing Mr. Big time on the other side
Love always,
Erica & Peter Bostwick (Hughes)
May the peace of God surround us all.
Janette & Marc Smith
October 30, 2012
Greg, your spirit, smile, jokes and laughs were the light through tough times. To see that you made every single person you came in contact feel like they had a true brother / friend in you is just a testament to the love of Christ you always operated in. You will be missed. #BigTime. Rosetta- and family...we may never get to speak, but you will never be far from my thoughts and prayers. Wish I could be there today...but no goodbyes... just 'see you later'
Warmly,
Patricia Martin
October 30, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Massey
October 30, 2012
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.
Joanie Joy Morgan
October 30, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the McDowell family. Greg, you were leading a prayer group and that is how you left earth. Everlasting peace is yours to have forever. We miss you here but God loves you best brother. May his wife, son's, family and friends feel comfort knowing that he was working in his purpose and even though I am deeply saddened, when he left us, he was in the house of God doing God's work. Sleep well my brother. I am deeply hurting right along with you family. Say hi to Daddy God,Jesus, The Holy Spirit, and angels for me when you wake up. Have a good sleep, you have worked long enough.
Angela Nunnally
October 30, 2012
May God continue to bless and prosper your family. You will be forever miss "Big Time"
October 30, 2012
To the Family of Brother Gregory McDowell,On behalf of Rev. Dr. Jeff Benthall Sr and Damascus Road Worship Ctr Inc of Eure, North Carolina. We gently come beside the family in prayer as you grieve the loss of your Husband,father,brother and friend. We maybe hours away but when a family member of the body of Christ hurts,we as brothers and sisters of the Most High God hurt also. We are praying for the family and Church family.
God Bless you,
Rev. Dr. Jeff Benthall Sr
Damascus Road Worship Ctr.
Eure, North Carolina
Dietrice
October 30, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
IRA LOVETT
October 30, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Winifred Jordan
October 30, 2012
My Prayers are with you may God Bless You
L R
October 30, 2012
Sending my condolences to the family of Greg even though I didn't know him but it was a terrible tragic and I pray that this family will find peace and strength to get through this loss with the grace of god
Cathy, Aldo, Caira, and Colin
October 30, 2012
Ro, Ethan, and Trevor...we love you.
Shelia Williams
October 30, 2012
Caron and family
May God give you peace and understanding.
I love you and I am here for you.
Dwanna Lucear
October 30, 2012
My Prayers are with you may God Bless You
October 29, 2012
Rosetta,
Your strong faith and love for God will bring you through. I will always have the
memory of a beautiful man holding his sons in his arms. Greg is now in God's arms. Your incredible love and spirit will shine through for your sons. We are all here for you.
Love You ,
Terry Rather
Nina Wesley
October 29, 2012
Dear Ethan,
I'm sorry for your loss. I hope the memories of your Dad will help you find comfort. May God Bless you and your family.
Your classmate..
October 29, 2012
Rosetta,
I love you and know that most of all the Father loves you and yourfamily. "Blessed are those that mourn for they Shall be comforted". See you soon.
Apostle Dr. Sherry Method
Sandra Whatley
October 29, 2012
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. R.I.P
Michael & Shannon Malloy
October 29, 2012
Rosetta you and your family are constantly in our prayers. We love you. May you find comfort in God's Love and great Grace.
Sandra Whatley
October 29, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 29, 2012
At this time I extend my sincere condolonces to the Family. As time goes on, it will get better. May the peace promised in God's Word (John 14:27) sustain you all and help you endure. Trust in God, He will provide whatever you need.
Fairburn, GA
Linda Bell
October 29, 2012
Rosetta,Ethan,Trevor...and the rest of the Family you are certainly in my thoughts and prayers. Our God is Amazing, He will see you through.
Much Love,
Deborah
October 29, 2012
RIP
Shelia James-Shay
October 29, 2012
To the McDowell Family,
My prayers are that each of you find comfort in knowing that GOD is so good, that he loves you all so much and that in the near future (living as God planned) you all will see Gregory again. My hearts goes out to you all during this difficult time but my SPIRIT REJOICES because I know this is not the end!! GOD bless and keep each of you.
With Love,
The Collier Family
October 29, 2012
You will be missed by the Collier Family. Thank you for the encouragement that you had on my grandson. Love Always. From the Collier Family.
Shea Peoples
October 29, 2012
Rosetta and the McDowell family my you find comfort in God's grace during this difficult time. If you are in need of anything, please call upon us.
Shea(Jones) & Chris Peoples & family
Latrina Oliver
October 29, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the Mcdowell Family GOD is to wise to make a mistake. Praying for your strength during this difficult time.
October 29, 2012
Sincere Condolences to the entire McDowell Family. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of grief.
Love Always,
Linda Walker Cost,
Jason & Malcolm
John Chung
October 29, 2012
My prayers go out to the family. May God strengthen you during these difficult times.
God Bless.
John & June Chung
WCCI Marietta
Craig Blakley
October 29, 2012
To be absent from the body is to be present with God. May the God of all peace give you comfort and love.
October 29, 2012
Dear Rosetta and your entire family:
The entire White family (Michele, Timothy, Lovette, Michael, and Doretha) extend our prayers continuously. May God continue to wrap His Arms around you and your sons. We Love You...White Family
latonya mims
October 29, 2012
My Deepest Sympathy
Mary Wilson
October 29, 2012
To the McDowell Family,
May you find comfort in knowing that God wishes to enfold you in the warmth of his love during this time of bereavement.
who will say "here am I send me"
Brendon Barclay
October 29, 2012
Thank God for Prayer Warriors like Greg, Fallin' in Battle but securing victory for all. This Peace we have the War is Won by such a son as he.
Agape Love,
Brendon (Min. B. L. A. Barclay)
Latasha Askew
October 29, 2012
My prayers and sympathy go out to the family and friends of Mr Mcdowell.
G. Johnson
October 29, 2012
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.
Tony & Susan Hill
October 29, 2012
To the Greg McDowell family, you are all in our prayers, thoughts and hearts. We love you all dearly.
R. Hendricks
October 29, 2012
I pray for your entire family. I am so thankful your church will make sure you are well taken care of. May God bless you and give you strength during this difficult time.
Mary Quarles
October 29, 2012
My prayers and love are with your family in time of sorrow.God has call another child home.He physical body will be missed but, his spirit will always be present and smiling down on you and the boys.Be Blessed and stay encouraged. "God Has Smiled On Me" Love Mary Quarles
Rev.Terry Anderson
October 29, 2012
Bless the family of Mr Gregory McDowell St John 14:1-6
Terry Anderson
October 29, 2012
May God bless the family in the lost of there love one.
julian/valentine,tori, meaghan cleare
October 29, 2012
peace and love to the MCDOWELL family!!!
October 29, 2012
With our deepest sympathy/compassion
The Fletchers
Donald, Desmona, Brittany, Desmond
Shelle Charmaine Mays-Smith
October 29, 2012
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. You don't get over it, you just get through it. You don't get by it, because you can't get around it. It doesn't 'get better'; it just gets different. Everyday... Grief puts on a new face. I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves a permanent impression in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been changed by having shared their love.
Hines Brenda
October 29, 2012
To the Mcdowell family have peace in your heart and the comfort of your home. Let God provide for you.
T erry @ Brenda Mcdowell - Hines
October 29, 2012
My consolation to Mr. Gregory Mcdowell, family. My heart goes out to them god know best. May god give you comfort.
Lawyer and Emma Dudley
October 29, 2012
To the McDowell Family:
May God Bless you and in this time of sorrow.
It's going to be hard to face the days without Greg, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
We were sorry to hear of your loss.
With love and sympathy.
brenda hines
October 29, 2012
To the Mcdowell family May God Bless them . I will keep you in my prayers I know that he's in a better place.
Maurice Murry
October 29, 2012
We are praying and we love you. God Bless...
Janice L Cook
October 29, 2012
To Mrs. McDowell and Family: Please accept my family's condolences. May God continue to surround you and your Family with a host of ministering angels, and constantly reassure you of His love for all of you. Janice L. Cook
Georgette Stringer
October 29, 2012
My deepest condolences are extended to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Georgiana Gray
October 28, 2012
I saw you almost weekly at Church, in the Cafe or in other areas. You were always friendly and smiling. I had both of your boys in Grasshoppers. My prayers go out to your family (birth and spiritual). May the peace, love,and grace of God cover them. You will be missed, because you did make a mark that can never be erased.
Willie & Carolyn Holman
October 28, 2012
Caron, you have our deepest sympathy in the passing of you husband. We will keep you and the boys in our prayers and thoughts. From our family and the Senior Social and Welcome Ministry.
Oscar & Gloria Johnson
October 28, 2012
TO THE McDowell family our hearts and prayers goes out to the entire McDowell family MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL,WE KNOW ITS HARD STAY STRONG HE'S IN A BETTER PLACE,
A CHILD OF THE FATHER
October 28, 2012
I didn't know Mr. McDowell, but my heart goes out to the Family.May God continue to Grace you with His mercy, love and understandings. R.I.P. Mr. Mc Dowell you was doing the work of ministry and the will of God when you were taken away from us, may your soul be a peace.
nathaniel thomas
October 28, 2012
may God bless your family
The Gill Family
October 28, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Mr. Gregory McDowell. When "unforeseen occurrences" like this happen the family can draw strength from the God of all comfort to endure this time of bereavement (Ecclesiastes 9:11).
Regina Johnson
October 28, 2012
May God be with you in your time of sorrow.Greg was my manager in the Atl airport some years ago.I will always remember his kind heart,loving was and most of all that big smile.He is at peace with the GOD he so muched loved.RIP Greg you will be missed here on earth but we will meet again in the by and by.
Pamela Gardner Giles
October 28, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Michelliam Billings-Love
October 28, 2012
To Patricia and the entire McDowell family.I truly understand loss.Its now been five months since my loss. Just remember:The joy of the Lord is your strength.Nehemiah 8:10
Tonya Woodard-Russell
October 28, 2012
My Heart&Prayers Goes Out To The McDowell Family. Tonya&Michael Russell
Dr. Faye Wilson
October 28, 2012
Rosetta and Children,
May the Grace of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Abide in Your house today and always. The Heoric Act of your husband drapped with God's Grace and love saved lives. We honor the life and legacy of our Brother In Chirst Gregory McDowell. Dr. Faye Wilson
October 28, 2012
Rosetta, we are praying for you and your family. Your husband was a light in this world. Keep it burning. We love you. With Love, The Maddox Family (Carliss and Ringo)
The Cox Family
October 28, 2012
My prayers are with you and your family for your loss..
Felicia Daniel
October 27, 2012
Rosetta, I extend my sincere condolence to you, your boys and the McDowell family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Greg was such a good guy and he will be missed by many people. I pray that you be encompassed by the peace of God that passes all understanding and be comforted by the Holy Spirit in the days ahead.
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help... Psalm 46:1
Janet Williams
October 27, 2012
Caron, With Deepest Sympathy we light a candle in loving memory of your husband Brother Greg McDowell. You and your family are in my prayers. We love you. Love always, Sister Janet S. Williams and family.
Remon and Tanya Morgan
October 27, 2012
Matthew 5:4 Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted. May your family have everlasting consolation and good hope through grace. God bless your entire family.
October 27, 2012
Our heartfelt prayers go out to you and yours during these trying times. May god bless you.
Mother McKan and Family
Gloria Hunter
October 27, 2012
Rosetta, my prayers go out to you and the family! Greg was a good man!!
Janet S. Williams
October 27, 2012
Caron, You and your family are in my prayers. I was so hurt to hear about Greg. He was such a joy to us all, and had such a beautiful, pleasant, loving and peaceful spirit. His glowing beautiful smile will always live in our hearts. Cherish the beautiful memories and the joyful times that you shared. I was just thinking of how God has always kept us close in the spirit from Vacation Bible School many years ago to the present at WCCI. Praise God! I love you and the family and I will do anything that I can for you all. I am just a phone call away. I want you to take comfort in knowing that God is Faithful, and he will see you through this, and he will comfort you and give you strength, peace and everything that you need. He won't leave you. He will always be there for you. He will give you beauty for your ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness. Isaiah 61:3. Love always, Janet S. Williams.
ANGELINA KEMP
October 27, 2012
MY PRAYERS AND HEART GOES OUT TO THE WIFE AND KIDS AND FAMILY.FRIENDS AND WORLDS CHANGERS CHURCH.PEACE AND STRENGH AND COMFORT FROM GOD.
Tracy Usher
October 27, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time in your life. May God keep and bless you.
Gregory Beasley
October 27, 2012
May God comfort and bless your family...
Gregory Beasley
October 27, 2012
May God comfort and bless your family .
Kenny Sloan
October 27, 2012
To The McDowell Family,
Keep your hand in God's hand and rest assure that Greg's soul was anchored in the Lord. Allow God to comfort you with a peace that passes all understanding.
Aunt Gracie, Jewell & Calvin Sterling
October 26, 2012
Caron, we couldn't believe it when we heard about Greg. The Lord allowed this to happen for a reason that we'll understand better by and by for we certainly don't understand it now. But we must still trust that God knows what's best for us even now. "Though He slay me yet will I trust Him." In spite of your bereavement keep trusting God for He knows what's best for us. He has sent His Holy Spirit to comfort us in these times and so it is for He is a God that cannot and does not lie. You and your family are in our prayers and you have our deepest sympathy. If we can do anything please let us know. We love you.
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