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The Rev. John Screen
1941 - 2008
The Rev. John Screen
1941 - 2008
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BORN
1941
DIED
2008
John Screen Obituary
He was born Nov. 25, 1941, in Bainbridge Ga., the son of the late Roosevelt Sr. and Mary Hinson Screen. Rev. Screen was a devoted minister always sharing the word of God with others. He served as a Gaston County police officer before entering the trucking industry, where he retired from ABF Freight Company after 30 years of service. He received a reward for his dedication to St. Jude children, aiding in the relief of over two hundred children over the years.
His wife, Alice Camp Screen, two brothers, Ricky and Roosevelt Jr., and a sister, Runette S. Edwards preceded him in death.
Rev. Screen leaves to cherish loving memories three daughters, Marsha S. Johnson (David) of Georgia; Nikki S. Miller (Otis) of Gastonia; and Kimberly S. McElhaney (Brandon) of Charlotte; one son, John Screen Jr. of New York; six brothers, Celavus Screen, Randy Screen, Lavon Screen, Curtis Screen, Shawn Rollins, Chris Rollins; two sisters, Mildred Rollins and Joyce Hodges; ten grandchildren, Alicia, Julian, Kayla, Tarryn, Torrien, Sabrina, Taymar, Zerrhya, Reagan and Allison; a beloved sister and brother-in-law, Barbara Mitchell (Jesse) of Cherryville; brother-in-law, Harry Dean Grice of Cherryville; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral: Saturday July 12, at 12:30 p.m. at New Life Baptist Church in Kings Mountain
Visitation: The family will receive friends at the church 30 minutes before the service.
Burial: Walls Memorial Baptist Church Cemetery.
Officiated by: The Rev. Walter Wilson
Funeral home: Genesis Funeral Service
Online condolences: www.genesisfuneralservice.com
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Emma Jane Screen
July 16, 2020
He was my best friend growing up. He helped me through my first pregnancy with my son Audwin Dale Screen.
Arnold and Elizabeth Screen
July 21, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Clarence Sherman
July 17, 2008
Although i,ve never met my cousin The Rev.John Screen .We,ll meet later,because of our blood brought inheritance by our Lord Jesus Christ.My prayers and condolence to the family i send.I,am the son of the late Mary Elizabeth Gaines Sherman and grandson of the late Ulysses and Lucille (Emmanual)Gaines
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Sr. Gail Trippett, CSJ
July 16, 2008
These prayers are coming from Gertude Trippett and her daughter Sr. Gail Trippett. Know that our prayers and the peace that only God can give are being sent to you. May the love that is shared in these pages be a reminder that you are never alone.
Mary Ann Windham
July 16, 2008
Our prayers go out to you and your family. Rev. John will be missed, I am the Granddaughter of Ulysess Gaines . Sorry for your lost God Bless You an your family.
Mary Ann Windham
July 16, 2008
Our prayers go out to you and your family. Rev. John will be missed, I am the Granddaughter of Ulysess Gaines . Sorry your lost God Bless You an your family.
Tammy BRIM
July 15, 2008
Hi to all of you my dear family my name is Tammy Brim and i am the granddaughter of luciulle emmanuelle gaines and the daughter of Isabella gaines, on behalf of the florida kinfolks i am sending our deepest sympathy to you all love ........Family
Frances Screen-Wright
July 14, 2008
Our prayers go out to you and your family. Rev. John will be missed, but he will live on through the many lives he has touched as his legacy lives on
Dorothy Jackson
July 14, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Cousin John will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Norris McCray
July 13, 2008
It is with deep saddness that I say goodbye to a family icon and wish all members of the family love, strength, and peace through faith in our Lord and savior Jesus Christ!
LEE SCREEN
July 13, 2008
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.
Sandra Williams and Family
July 12, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Louis & Harvetta H. Fuller
July 12, 2008
To the Screen Family,
We were sadden to hear abou the loss of Rev. Screen. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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.
Matthew Underwood
July 11, 2008
My family was saddened to hear about the death of Rev. John Screen. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family now.
Charlotte James
July 11, 2008
Marsha our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family.
Vinette and Demetrics Price
July 10, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Vinette and Demetrics Price
July 10, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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