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Jasper Sykes Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Cynthia Franklin
February 19, 2009
Gloria,
I am praying that you and your family will know the peace of Christ as you go through this time of bereavement. May God bless you.
In Christ,
Rev. Cynthia Gayles Franklin
Almeta Ingram-Miller
February 16, 2009
Dear Gloria and Family -
I was saddened to hear about the loss of Bro. Jasper. I will never forget your kindness and support of my ministry. Please know that my thoughts and prayers with you, and remember that the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Blessings and Love -
Rev. Almeta Ingram-Miller and the Boys
Gloria Williams
February 14, 2009
To Gloria and the Sykes family,
I pray for your peace during this time of mourning. I lift your names to Him who is able to wipe all sorrow away. Jasper was a fine gentleman.
Lynette (Lil Bit) Puryear-Allen
February 13, 2009
To LaShonda, Areatha and Aronda,
Words cannot express my deepest sympathy in the lost of your father. One thing is for sure each of you ladies have your father's smile and that you all should always cheerish.
When we all where much younger and I use to come play with Granny your dad would always joke with me, so remember those special moments that each of you had and hold them dear within your hearts. God Bless
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Jimmy Anderson & Wanda Tyler
February 13, 2009
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Matthew 5:4
Jean, we join together in expressing our deepest and most profound sympathy in the homegoing of Jasper. We shall lift the Sykes name to the Throne of Grace, asking for support and substantial power to walk through this dark valley. May the caring and compassion of God reach out to you and your family in this difficult time.
You remain in our prayers,
Rhonda Starr
February 13, 2009
LaShonda, Areatha and Aronda,
May God give you peace and comfort knowing that your daddy is now resting in His arms. Remember your daddy has finished his tasks and recieved his crown. He's living the "good life" which is the "enternal life" now. So smile through your tears becasue God has everything under control.
God Bless You Always,
Rhonda Starr
Monica Cosby
February 13, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Joyce Monroe
February 13, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Nealia Dabney
February 13, 2009
Aretha,
I was sorry to hear of the passing of your father. It seems like he was a fine man who was blessed to live a fruitful life. Take comfort in knowing that he does not have to suffer anymore. I know he will always be dear to your heart and just keep your memories of him close to your heart.
God Bless You and Your Family.
Nealia Dabney, VDEM
scarlett ferrell
February 13, 2009
Gloria,Leonard,and chandra
First all my love is here for you if you need anything just let me know,I can feel your lost because we as a family have had so much, Jasper will be missed,he was funny you would never think so just to look at him but he would turly make you laugh,I will miss not having his watermellons they were the best but just know that he suffers no more and that we keep god in the center of our lives and we will get stronger as the days go by there will be some happy tears and some sad but know that god and your family is here for you love you always scarlett
Beverly Hunt-Harvey & Family
February 13, 2009
Mrs .Gloria Sykes & Family,
May God be with you all during this difficult time. Be strong in the lord.
Mr. Sykes was a very kind man. He will Rest In Peace. We are always here for you.
Amy Lear
February 13, 2009
Aronda,
I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Derek Boone
February 13, 2009
LaShonda, Areatha and Aronda, your dad was the definition of "COOL." I am happy to have known Jasper. He will surely be missed.
My cousins, you are all in my prayers.
Yrishia "Ree-Ree" Dorsey
February 13, 2009
To my cousins Shonda,Retha,& Ronda.
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You have my deepest sympathy. I remember when I was small Jasper use to call me Wee-Wee instead of my name Ree-Ree. He was a funny man. I love You family, and I'm praying for you.
Eddie Coley
February 12, 2009
Gloria,
Sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. Please remember God will never leave you.
ANGELA,DONNESHA BROWN
February 12, 2009
TO THE SKYES FAMILY,MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME,MS.SKYES KEEP YOUR HAND IN GODS HAND HE WILL PULL YOU THROUGH.MR SKYES WAS A VERY NICE MAN ALWAYS KEPT A SMILE ON HIS FACE EVEN IF HE WASN'T FEELING GOOD HE KEPT THAT SMILE.WE ALL GONNA MISS YOU REST IN PEACE.
MOTHER QUEEN RICHERSON [MOUSEY]
February 12, 2009
To Jasper's family, I certainly will miss his funny jokes, and his many smiles.Love you all.
Mickey Reardon
February 12, 2009
Gloria,
Your loss is shared by all of us who knew Jasper. I worked with him for nearly ten years at Lakeside. He is and was one of the best of the good guys. His sense of humor was outstanding, to say the least, and it always brings a smile or a laugh when I think of him. It was matched only by his sense of knowing and doing what was right on all occasions. But words really fail to describe the wonderful person Jasper was.
Marilyn & Kari Paige
February 12, 2009
LaShonda and Family,
You have my deepest sympathy for you loss. Your faith and love of God will get you through this. Please let us know if we can do anything for you.
Becky Coleman Tisdale
February 12, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Belinda Fisher
February 12, 2009
To LaShonda and family, I wish to express my sincere condolences for your loss. Blessed be to God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort. Who comforts me in all my tribulations, that I may be protected from any trouble and hurt as I walk with you, Lord.
DONNA & JOE GILLS
February 12, 2009
Mrs. Gloria, words cannot express how we are feeling right now about Mr.J.God has called another one of his angels home. Mr.J. is trully gonna be missed.We gonna miss his great sense of humor, never a dull moment around Mr.J, he kept us all laughing., and could lay a nickname on you in a minute, We had some wonderful times together cause we are family. Ms Gloria God is gonna be with you every step of the way and so shall we. You know if you need us we will be right there for you. We love you and your family deeply.KEEPING YOU ALL LIFTED IN PRAYER
Wayland Clark
February 12, 2009
Gloria & Family,
May God's comfort be with you during this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
CHARLENE OLIVER
February 12, 2009
TO THE SYKES FAMILY. I AM TRULY SADDENED BY THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD, YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS. I TRUST THAT YOU WILL SEEK YOUR STRENGTH AND COMFORT FROM OUR LORD.
KALEB .S. BAPTISTE
February 12, 2009
To my GODFATHER, I will trully miss you.I know that when I get older to understand, alot of stories will be told to me of legacy.My papa tells me that you use to say 'man what yall feeding this joker' and I would just smile.I thank God all the times that I did get to share with you. I LOVE YOU, YOUR GODSON ,KALEB SOLOMON BAPTISTE
Lee Peebles Bereavement Counselor
February 12, 2009
On behalf of all the staff at Bon Secours Hospice and Palliative Care we wish to extend to the friends and family our deepest sympathy and ongoing support. We hope and pray you will find peace with time. Please feel free to contact me anytime if I can be of help.
Eric & Deneen Hunter
February 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tonie Robinson
February 12, 2009
LaShonda, Areatha and Aronda,
I am sorry to hear of your lost.
May God give you comfort and healing during this difficult time.
Your father is with his father and he is alright now.
Bless You
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