Leon E. "Homes" Randall
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PASTOR LEON E. RANDALL "HOMES"
SCOTCH PLAINS
Pastor Leon E. Randall "Homes" passed at home in Scotch Plains on Saturday, April 17, 2010. Born in Carmellia, Ga., he has lived in Scotch Plains the past 4 yrs., formerly of Westfield. Serving the ministry for 40 yrs, until retiring in 2006 from St. Luke's AME Zion Church in Westfield, Pastor Randall served as pastor for the First AME Zion Church in Orange, NJ., Mt. Zion AME Zion Church in Eatontown, NJ., Centennial AME Zion Church in Cloister, NJ., Rossville AME Zion Church in Staten Island, NY., and St Thomas AME Zion Church in Somerville, NJ. He had also served as the president of the Martin Luther King Association -Westfield, member of the Westfield/Mountainside Ministerial organization, Chairman of the Paul Robeson Commission, Board of directors of the Westfield Community Center, and the Westfield Rotary Club. Pastor Randall was a veteran of the US Navy serving in the Korean Conflict.
He is survived by his wife of 44 yrs., Rosa; sons, Leon Jr., Gary Randall, William Green; daughters, Yetta Johnson (Roger), Doris Revis; 11 grandchildren; 9 gr. Grandchildren and sister in- law, Gloria White.
Funeral services will be held Friday 11AM at the Clinton Memorial AME Zion Church, 151 Broadway, Newark, NJ. Visitation will be Thursday 5 -8 PM at the church. Arrangments by Judkins Colonial Home. Condolences may be sent to www.judkinscolonialhome.com
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April 26, 2010
It was a pleasure to have known Leon at Rotary club meetings on Tuesdays.He is missed. Our prayers are with you and the family.
Bill Henderson
Alfred & Wanda Smith
April 25, 2010
To Sister Rosa Randall and Family;
When you lose someone very precious, no one else can really know all that you feel. It is difficult at such a time to know what words to say. But understanding thoughts and prayers are with you always. Our Prayers go out to you and your family. LOVE and GOD BLESS You.
(Sister Randall we miss singing with you and Rev. Randall)
April 23, 2010
To Ma Randall & Family
I have known Leon & you most of my life. You were both influential in my growing up. We've shared many, many memories, both happy and sad. No words can express my emotions. I believe in my heart of hearts that we will see him again once we make it to Paradise.
Loving you always and all ways,
I am, as ever, yours Beverly (Mitchell) Monroe.
Miracles & Blessings to you and the family.
Tina Thomas
April 23, 2010
"Come unto Me, all ye that... are heavy laden, and I will give your rest." Matthew 11:28
Praying the loving arms of God will hold you extra close during this difficult time. May the Lord's presence strengthen you and give you peace
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Tom Jardim
April 23, 2010
Rest in Peace, Reverend. You were a truly great man.
Elijah-Essie Johnson
April 22, 2010
With the loss of your loved one, it may seem like winter has come to stay, but take comfort in your memories and hold tight to the knowledge that spring will come again.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
China Dillon
April 22, 2010
Rosa and the entire Randall Family,
We cannot be there in person, but our thoughts and prayers are certainly with you in spirit during this time of tears, yet joyful confidence that
Leon is at peace and at home with our Loving Father. May the peace of God that passes all understanding continue to guard, keep and comfort you.
Love, China and Ronald
Sylvia D. Bennett
April 22, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Karen Cavaness
April 22, 2010
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all now and always. Rev. Randall will be missed by all who knew and loved him. May you find peace and comfort in knowing he has gone home to be with our God in heaven.
The Westbrook Family- Randall, Oma, Aaron & Leslie
April 22, 2010
God bless the entire family.
To 'Grandma Rose'- You know we loved him.
Darlene Starks-Rudolph
April 22, 2010
To First Lady Rosa and Family & All Extended Families of Rev. Leon E. Randall,
Our sincere thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you and your family during the passing of your loving and devoted Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle, Grandfather, Friend, and a Faithful Man of God, Rev. Leon E. Randall. We pray that you will be comforted by your precious memories of his love and the many lives he touched.
May God Continue To Bless You,
Rev. Edward & First Lady, Ruth K. Starks & Family; Darlene Starks-Rudolph, MSgt USAF-ANGUS (Ret) & Family; Katherine (Cookie) Starks-Mohammed & Family; Melissa Starks all of Perth Amboy, NJ and the Reeveytown A.M.E. Zion Church, Officers, Members, and Friends, Tinton Falls, NJ.
Judy Johnson
April 22, 2010
Our deepest condolences to the Randall Family. The "Rev" was a wonderful, kind person, full of wisdom for which I admired and he loved God. May God give you strength and God Bless You. Love, Judy P. Johnson and Phylicia Flagg
April 21, 2010
We will always cheerish the many wonderful memories. We pray that God gives you added strength in the days ahead. May the peace of God be upon you. Love, The Baytops Family
Rev & Mrs Robert C. Venable, Family
April 21, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Earnestine Griffin
April 21, 2010
My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family during this time of bereavement. May the love of God, the love and concern of your many friends in the bowling circle, provide peace and strength to sustain you!
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