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Derrick M Johnson
March 3, 2023
My dude, it's been 11 years. Crazy. Your memory carries on. Believe that! Peace.
Fatima Rucker
March 3, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you (Cousin) and your loved one today and always. May you continue to RIP.
Iteashia Turner-Tarver
March 3, 2013
They say time passed eases all pain so ask why am I still in such pain after a year since you went away? Everyday I live with an overwhelming feeling of knowing you're gone forever and that's a challenge for me. But I know God do all things with a perfect plan for our lives and I've accepted his will for my life. Nonetheless I cry tears because I miss you more with every breath I take. Being without you is hard for us and words can't describe what it's like to live through your absence. God I pray that you will continue to strengthen us. Give us courage to live. Keep us close to you and be our protector. Your love and mercy is our foundation. God I know that my husband made it and this alone gives me peace even through the tears! Jamel we MISS YOU dearly! Let your spirit continue to shine on us for all of our days! Keeping coming in our dreams making us feel like you never left because it feels so good to see you! WE LOVE YOU! Wife and kids
Ev3goddess Chandler
April 4, 2012
i guess it took me a while to settle in to mel being gone but i didnt want to miss the opportunity to say good bye becuz im not a good bye type of girrl ill leave with saying see you later on mel~ becuz we all have to pass away one day for certain in life...thanks for watching over usz n keeping usz in your care wherever you are~~!love you n may heaven smile upon you and all the family n thanks for giving us a wonderful blessed person{jamel tarver} to share our lives with while he was here..thanks again family and my god continue to bless each n every one of usz 4 ever amen..
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Vee Turner
April 4, 2012
Its been 30 days and Im still in disbelief. But missing you, tell Jihhad I miss him Mel...
April 3, 2012
hey Mel jus wanted to send u sum love. U r thought of often. miss u fellow CAPRICORN.
Pat (Trish) Bailey
March 19, 2012
Belinda & family,
I was so very sorry to hear of the loss of your precious son. Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers.
With much love,
March 17, 2012
Belinda and Browine my heart goes out to you. May God comfort and keep you..
Tonya Taylor
Aliya Y. Norris
March 17, 2012
To the Tarver, Campbell, and Turner family. Believe it or not I feel Jamel's spirit led me to send this. Its is 2:53am and something just told me to google his name. I just wanted to say, I have known Jamel for 21 years. He was my first love (til this day I have his college jacket#20 amongst cards, letters, pictures ..etc). I not only feel in love with him...his son his mother, grandmother, Borne, Wise, Brownie and Mia. They were part of my life. I was moved by his service, he was respected as the prince tht he was. To his 3 girls I only knew of you but, he always had wonderful things to say about you. He came from a wonderful family. Thank you for letting him be a part of me and my family's life. My tears won't bring him back however, my memories will keep him alive forever(your smile:-) New Jersey will miss you.May the Lord bless and keep u. Love, Aliya (Lee)
Bryant KL Brandon
March 17, 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.
March 16, 2012
To the Tarver Family and Friends,
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Hold tight to precious memories. Lean on each other for support. And cling to God's Word the Bible. James 4:8 encourages,
"Draw close to God and He will draw close to you."
My Deepest Sympathy
A Neighbor
With much love Kathelyn Cain (Kat)
March 16, 2012
May God Bless You all, my condolences to you and your family
Sometimes things change and at the moment it may seem like the end of the world. But as time passes we'll see that everything happens for a reason. ?
EV3GODDESS CHANDLER
March 15, 2012
EV3GODDESS CHANDLER
March 15, 2012
HEY MEL I WANNA SAY THANKS FOR YOUR TENDER FRIENDSHIP N SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR MI.YOU WERE TRULY A GOD SEND TAAH MIN YOU WILL BE MISSED ~!LOVE ALWAYSZ EV3
Kessiah Sharpless
March 15, 2012
My Uncle Jamel was the most wonderful man I knew. There was always a smile on his face, and he lived life with no regrets. He meant the world to me. He was truly my best friend, and he was right. My head is much bigger than my mom's. Love you. forever. Sincerely, your oldest niece.
With much Love Felicia Moore
March 15, 2012
Belinda and family, sooo sorry, just know that we love you and I will miss "Diggums" if you need me I'm here for you.
isadore burns
March 14, 2012
my deepest condolences and sympathies to the tarver family. i didn't know mr.jamel m tarver personally,but i do know and went to school with his relatives. tarver family continue to stay strong and keep the faith. rest in peace mr.jamel m tarver.
isadore burns jr&family
Aunt Lovett
March 14, 2012
I was just sitting here thinking about you an i just wanted to say thank you for all you have done for me. We talked about me and my funny ways and you would make me do and go to things that i did not want to go to and every thing would be alright when i got their. Thank you for your love i thank God for your smile and i thank him for your strenght and faith. While you are sitting up there with everyone and as you sit at jesus feet tell him i am trying my best so that one day i can have sweet rest with you and everyone who has gone on. As for your mother my sister i will not let her fall and for your wife i have her back to love you even while your in heaven. I will see you soon and stop knocking things down in my apartment i know you are there i can feel you and smell you until we meet again.
Vee Turner
March 14, 2012
I am truly not ready to write an entry in this guest book. But no time like the present right? So here goes; with that being said I am still in awe of the fact that we will never see you again. It was truly a blessing to be able to spend that birthday celebration with you, wow what a great night that was. I will never forget the conversations and dialogue we had about family and whatever else may have been heavy on our hearts. I could go on and on, but instead I will keep the rest for the next time I see you. Mel I know you made it and even though we are all sad we know it was already written. See you later,
Vee
Barbara Thompson-Hennington
March 13, 2012
Belinda, Brownie and my extended Tarver family. Words cannot express the shock and sadness that I feel in the loss of Jamel. As we have experienced loosing a loved one, someone who we held near and dear to our hearts, we must remember that Jamel belonged to GOD first. GOD blessed us with Jamel for 40 years and on March 4th he came to reclaim his son, leaving family and friends emotionally distraut and feeling a sense of emptiness. We must hold onto Jamel's joyful spirit and remember the good times that we all shared with him and how much joy he brought to each and everyone of our lives. Jamel is now one of God's Angels watching over and protecting his family and friends, especially his "wife, children, mom and Brownie." So wipe your tears and know that Jamel is still with you(us). Just know that God will continue to strengthen you during this most difficult time of your life.
My heart and prayers are with you.
Nyaira Hood
March 13, 2012
I love uncle jamel still!
Lakya McLean
March 13, 2012
Words can not express what my family is feeling right now, this was and still is the hardest thing we have to deal with.
You're still here in my heart and mind,
still making me laugh cause your stories live on.
I hold you in a thought and I can feel you.
I feel you and this gives me strength and courage.
The tears I have cried for you could flood the earth
and I know you have wiped each one away.
For you Brother, I promise you this,
I will go on with my life and make you proud. I will always hold you in my heart.
I promise you I will be missing you everyday till the end of time,
but this is not my end and I can't hold my head underwater....I need to breathe.
I need to love and miss you, but I also need to live because through me you will live,
you will still laugh and love,
you will still sing and dance,
you will still hug and kiss.
You will forever be in our lives,
you will forever be a brother,
a son,
an uncle, a cousin
and friend.
I am going to miss your shining face
I think of you and wonder why?
I might cry or smile,
but at the end of the day I am one day closer to you....
Ruthie Franklin
March 12, 2012
Belinda Iam so sorry to hear of your loss, please know that my prayers are with you. Remain close to God and in doing so you will see your son again.
Pete Tarr
March 12, 2012
Jamel you have always been the best of friends to me. Everyone will miss you dearly. see you soon. LOVE YOU!
Lynette Fields
March 12, 2012
My condolences to the Tarver Family. RIP Jamel, you, your laughter and smile will surely be missed.
Derrick M Johnson
March 12, 2012
Wow!!! I'm numb, shocked and I still can't believe it. We spoke 3 weeks ago talking about Ja and the girls and coming back to the A. He got real deep on me, which was strange and not typical of how we joke and speak all the time but now I understand. I'm glad I said what I said to him because It meant something. I'm still really waiting for the call saying "Sike Blacky!!! I got you boy ah hahahaha" Ima miss you my dude! DON'T TAKE THE TIME YOU SPEND WITH LOVE ONES FOR GRANTED. FOR REAL!!!
J. Redmon
March 12, 2012
Belinda and Family my prayers are with you in this time of need and forever. It is so hard to lose a love one but remember he is with GOD now and his spirit will live on.
Troy Miller
March 12, 2012
RIP my brother...you were a true friend indeed. We were the only left handed shooters around. BTW...you could never beat me in a game of horse...lol I send my love and sympathy to your family. Brownie...keep your head up fam, do not hesistate to call me if you need anything
Rhonda J.Franklin Ferguson
March 12, 2012
To the family of Jamel Tarver, i send to you my love and sympathy in Jamel's passing. Jamel had a way of making us laugh. It is difficult to understand the plans of God. But I've realized that God doesn't make a mistake. He just came to reclaim this beautiful flower that belongs to Him. I've lost my husband, father, siblings, nephew, and other relatives.I know for myself that weeping may endure for a night but joy WILL come in the morning. Until that "morning" comes I pray God's strength, love and peace will minister to you in the days ahead. much love to you all.
Dr. Rhonda J Franklin-Ferguson & Family
March 11, 2012
TO MY SISTER BELINDA
WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS HOW I FEEL FOR YOU
I KNOW JAMEL WOULD WANT YOU TO BE STRONG
JUST KNOWING HE WILL BE WATCHING OVER YOU.HE LOVED YOU AND BROWNIE SO MUCH AND AS HE DID ALSO LOVE HIS WIFE AND KIDS.JUST HOLD ON TO THAT LOVE HE GAVE YOU ALL,CAUSE IT IS EVERLASTING AND GET YOU THRU.AND REMEMBER I'M HERE FOR YOU.
REST IN PEACE JAMEL,YOUR WORK ON EARTH IS DONE.YOU BROUGHT SO MUCH LOVE AND LAUGHTER TO ALL THAT KNEW YOU.YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED,BUT WE WILL REMEMBER YOU.MUCH LOVE TO THE CAMPBELL,TARVER,TURNER FAMILY!
FROM THE MILLER AND KETCHMORE FAMILY
DeVon
March 11, 2012
Rest in Peace Jamel love Unity & family
MICKEY MILLER
March 11, 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.
March 11, 2012
Up will be missed, Rip mel
Rebecca Lubin
March 11, 2012
I am so very sorry for your family's loss.
Ilene Hooks
March 11, 2012
My deepest Symphaties, I'll never forget you Jamel .
Alisa Benson
March 10, 2012
RIP Mel.. You were a funny person who could make anyone laugh. My condolences to his family.
Rasheen Robinson
March 10, 2012
My condolences to the family. Rest in peace, Jamel.
Shavasia
March 10, 2012
My deepest condolences goes out to the Campbell-Tarver family. Jamel was a true individual indeed.
May his mother, Ms. Belinda Campbell, children, and siblings seek prayer in this tragic moment.
His soul lives on ... RIP Jamel
kathy vick
March 10, 2012
I will really miss my friend Jamel. He would call every now and then. He would say" Hi Mom just checking to see how you are doing. May the family always remember the good times with Jamel. He loves you.
Clayron Eaddy
March 10, 2012
My condolences goes out to the tarver/Campbell family, may you all have peace and blessings!
nancy young
March 10, 2012
may god bless the family in this time of grief the days will get better just truth in the lord thy god he will ease all pain love you all
Faye Thompson
March 10, 2012
To the family,
My heart goes out to you all i pray ur strength to get u through this time of sorrow. May Jamel R.I.P.
Mary Beth Earley
March 10, 2012
John, I wish I had known your brother, because I'm sure he was as special as you are. Everyone here at the Library feels your loss, and we wish you and your loved ones peace at this difficult time.
Pooh Stewart
March 10, 2012
R.I.P Mel. You were truly a great person, and will be missed by everyone who has met you. Belinda, Brownie & Iteasha you will be in my prayers. Luv u guys always
Takiah Johnson
March 10, 2012
I will miss your comdey acts,there is no other brother who can start trouble and make you laugh real hard at the same time.WOW ,REST IN SWEET PEACE JAMEL !!!YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED...........
Tulivia Parker-Gibson
March 10, 2012
My condolences to the Campbell, Turner and Tarver Families. May memories of Jamel's amazing smile give you strength through this difficult time.
Jalaun Taylor
March 10, 2012
Jamel.. A brother, a mentor, a father figure in my life, a coach and most important a friend. I Love You , and me and the Family will definitely miss you. Your in a better place now and we all pray you will watch over us and guide us on the right path to success.. Gone but Never Forgotten. R.I.P. Love You Mel..
Love Jalaun Taylor
shenekwa mott/Hutchinson
March 10, 2012
Jamel, what a wonderful person to have known! R.I.P. my friend.
The Fulton Family
March 10, 2012
To The Family Of The late Jamel Tarver,
May you find comfort in the Word of God. John 14:1, are these words: "Let not your heart be troubled, ye believe in God, believe also in me.
Love and Prayers go out to you at this time in your time of bereavement.
Kimberly Hughes
March 10, 2012
My you rest in peace Jamel & May God give your family comfort at this time.
DOROTHEA OLIVER
March 10, 2012
TO ITEASHIA, BELINDA, KIDS AND CAMPBELL/TARVER FAMILY. LORD, YOU KNOW THE HOPES OF THE HOPELESS. SURELY YOU WILL HEAR THEIR CRIES AND COMFORT THEM.
Stacey Anderson & Family
March 10, 2012
To Belinda & Family,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of Jamel. We, all know he is well loved, and he will be greatly missed. He's with the Lord. He's with his Grandmothers and the rest of his heavenly family. God knows best, he's not gone, he got a new address. He resides on Heaven Avenue, in the Kingdom of Our Heavenly Father. You now have an Guardian Angel watching over you all. May God Bless you all.
March 10, 2012
RIP Jamel
Me & my "Future"
Matthew (DION) Robinson
March 10, 2012
Jamel (Mel) Campell!! My friend , your one of those people that you can't help but to miss!! I remember when you as well as the Tarver Family use to come to Colonie Street to play with us. Football,Baseball,Basketball,Hide-N-Seek,&/or Just chillin'!You as well as the Tarver Family are(ALWAYS) a part of the Colonie Street Family!! Last time I saw you was on Central Ave @ Stewart's @ I'm glad we spoke "even if was but for a moment" I Love You "Mel" R.I.P
"Your Friend For Life"M.D.R.
stacy corazzini
March 10, 2012
My thoughts and prayers to go out to all the families. Although I never met Jamel I knew his brother John very well and always remember how much he spoke about the love and respect the families had for one another. Just wanted you to know you were in my thoughts during this difficult time. God doesn't give you anything you can't handle. Just makes you stronger. Stay strong.
norman marbley
March 10, 2012
my prayers go out to all in this time of need
Clarissa Callens-Robinson
March 10, 2012
To the Tarver family,
Jamel will truly be missed. May God bless you and keep you.
angie lewis
March 10, 2012
Jamel,u will truely be missed...RIP
Cynthia/Robert/Keith/Kenneth/Robert Jr/Katrina Danzy
March 10, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Jamel family. You are miss.
john thomas
March 10, 2012
jamel you are going to be missed, may god be with your family and my condolenses to your family.
JACKIE BRUNDAGE
March 10, 2012
TO THE TARVER/CAMBELL FAMILY,
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS REMEMBER THEM GROWING UP DOWNTOWN.BROWNIE AND JAMEL WERE NICE KIDS ALWAYS WELL RESPECTED.HE'S SURLY GONNA BE MISSED HE'S IN GODS HANDS NOW.
Patricia Bowles
March 10, 2012
To Belinda & Family,
You have my deepest condolences in the loss of your son, Jamel. I pray that the Lord, give you the strength and help you, and your family through this most difficult time. May the memories and love that you all shared bring a smile to your face, and be of some comfort to your heart. Memories are so precious, and are so treasured, and we are so Blessed to the Lord Jesus for giving them to us. May the Lord Bless, and keep you all in his loving care.
Natasha McCray
March 10, 2012
The death of a love one leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. You will always be remembered.
willie miller
March 10, 2012
To Belinda, Brownie and the tarver family sorry for ur loss Jamel RIP u will be missed
Rahim (allen/woody) Brandon
March 10, 2012
My condolences goes out to the entire family. Mel will surely be missed, always making everyone around him laugh and smile. He will always be remembered for this. Brownie and Meek keep your heads up, Mel is still looking upon us making us laugh. R.I.P baby bro.
Niecy & Infinite Snell
March 10, 2012
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family as you struggle through the grief and sadness. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jamel was a beautiful person inside & out.. My you find comfort in your time of sorrow... God has definitely called home a Angel... May God Bless you!!!
Terrance Kemp
March 10, 2012
My heart and prayers are extended to the entire family during this difficult time. May the peace of God and comfort of the Holy Spirit keep you lifted up. Rest in the sweetness of peace with the Lord Jesus my brother. God Bless You. ~TK
March 10, 2012
Tyson(ski)Robinson
Ebony Tillery-White
March 10, 2012
Our hearts an prayers goes out to the Campbell an Tarver family....we love you Mel an you will be greatly missed!!! Tell my girls hello!!!!
Boozer
March 10, 2012
Until we meet again my Friend, MY BROTHER!
Tyiesha Ford
March 10, 2012
To the Tarver and Campbell Family,
May you find comfort in your memories of Jamel as you go through this difficult time. May the God of Peace ease your pain.
March 10, 2012
My Condolences goes out to His entire Family. A friend for so many yrs as well as classmate from HS. Jamel's joyful spirit and laughter will always be with us. Although I'm still lost for words, I know that you are now one of GOD'S Angels watching over us. No good-byes, because we shall all meet again one day....PEACE LOVE & BLESSINGS ALWAYS~
~Michelle Mclaggan & Family (MD)
Shamea Mackey
March 10, 2012
do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not here. im not asleep.i am the bright stars thats shining at night.god is not done with me yet. So please dont cry. I did not die
Terance Melton
March 10, 2012
Rest in peace Jamel! You will be missed!
Patterson Addison
March 10, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
EARTHENE TOLLIVER
March 10, 2012
TO BELINDA AND FAMILY I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF JAMEL. MAY THE GOOD LORD BLESS U DURING THIS MOST DIFFICULT MY PRAYS UR WITH U.
Shazzia Hines
March 10, 2012
"May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead"...
Denise Timmons-Strayhorn
March 10, 2012
Dear Belinda and family...My heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your son. Although I didn't know your son I heard he was an exceptional young man.
I ask for God's blessings on you and your wonderful family. May you find the courage and strength to move forward in peace and confidence and in knowing that his was a life well-lived.
March 10, 2012
Belinda and family. I was sadden to learn of Jamel passing. You have my deepest sympathy. Keep the faith and may God Bless you.
Tonia Gross
Mr. & Mrs Edward n Barbara Stevens
March 10, 2012
my sincerest condolences goes out to the family of Mel; praying not for understanding of ur work but healing and your arms around their mourning season God Bless the family Mel surely will be missed
Valerie & Yvette Wellington ( from Siena)
March 9, 2012
Belinda, Brownie and the entire Family, be comforted for Jamel is now in the arms of Angels. Jamel will be deeply missed but NEVER forgotten. He was and still is a beautiful soul.
Helen Pauline
March 9, 2012
To Belinda and Family:
There are no words that I can say except that, I will be praying for you and your family. When they wrote footprints we know at a time like this he will only carry you all.
Divine
March 9, 2012
My condolences go out to his Wife and kids, Belinda and the Tarver family,im srry of your loss I also lost a friend in Jamel......peace and blessings
Vickie Grimes
March 9, 2012
To Belinda and Family,
Much heartfelt sympathy to you one and all my prayers are with you!!!
Vickie Grimes & Family
Chris Rogers
March 9, 2012
I'm still in shock that you're gone man...Great classmate! My prayers go out to the family. R.I.P. Jamel Be at peace..
Wendy Vance
March 9, 2012
To the Tarver/Campbell Family,
God bless you!
R.I.P Jamel!
Tymeka Howard-Williams
March 9, 2012
To the Traver Family:
I send my deepest sympathy to the family, wife, and children for ur loss. Jamel will be missed but not forgotten. My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. God bless you and the entire family. One love
Rob Base
March 9, 2012
When skies are grey and it seems dark, have no fear, god is the light. When tears run down your face and the feeling has you weak, have no fear, god is your energy. When your hurt and missing jamel because it seems he isnt here, look to the sky and feel his warmth..he is there. Im going to miss you big bro..
Candi Griffin-Jenkins
March 9, 2012
Sending our deepest condolences to the Tarver family. Iteasha you and the children are in our thoughts and prayers. I can only imagine that words mean very little during such a diffcult time. We are hopeful that our prayers asking God to offer you all comfort and peace during this time will help. May God be with you all and may Jamel rest in peace. Candi and Ty Griffin-Jenkins
Haywood & Vivian Watson, and Family
March 9, 2012
To Belinda, Brownie, and Family,
The sorrow of the faithful
is not that of permanent loss,
but the tender sadness
that comes in saying good-bye for
now to someone we love.
May today's sorrow give way to
the peace and comfort of God's love!
With Our Deepest Sympathy,
Tiffany Thompson
March 9, 2012
Wow where do I start.... my condolences to the Campbell,Tarver and Turner Family my prayers are with you. Jamel will always be remembered for his laughter and sense of humor he was a great person and we were truly blessed to have known him. He will be truly missed... R.I.P Jamel
Tiffany Thompson & Family
Rashaun Dixon
March 9, 2012
My condolences to the entire Tarver family. My heart bleeds for you Mia cause I know how much you love your brothers. My prayers are with you now. May you be lifted up and comforted in this time of grief.
Kelly Marks and Destinee Clow
March 9, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Tarver, Campbell, Turner family. Thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you and give you strength through this difficult time. RIP Jamel
Lichelle Womack
March 9, 2012
My condolences to the Tarver family, may God bless you all. RIP Jamel
Helen Springsteen & family
March 9, 2012
Belinda, Brownie and Family, I am truly sorry for your loss. May God Bless and keep your family. Know that our prayers are with you all.
Stephen Chapple
March 9, 2012
Jamel will be missed by everyone that knew him he was one in a million OneLove my brother R.I.P....
Shannon Lawrence
March 9, 2012
My condolences to the Tarver family. I am truly saddened by the loss of Jamel. May he rest in peace.
Rosetta Dale
March 9, 2012
To Belinda & Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences and deepest sympathy. May God bless you all
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