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Thomas Edward “Sonny” Southerland
1941 - 2020
Thomas Edward “Sonny” Southerland
1941 - 2020
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BORN
1941
DIED
2020
Thomas Southerland Obituary
Thomas E. “Sonny” Southerland, 78, of 2-G Hillcrest Annex, Wilmington died Saturday at Kitty Askins Hospice Center, Goldsboro.
He was born on March 17, 1941 in New Hanover, NC to Thomas and Pearl Ruth Boney Southerland.
The Celebration of his life will be held Saturday at 11 AM, at the St. Luke Church of Christ. His mortal remains will be laid to rest in the Fremont Cemetery.
Precious memories are held dear by his fiancé , Sarah Taylor; his children, Anita McKeithan, Wilmington, NC, Fontella Whitaker, Wilmington, NC, Marlon Dortch, Greenbelt, MS, Anitha Freeman, Dudley, NC and Taneasha Sellars, Charleston, SC; his goddaughter, Tonya Atkinson, Goldsboro, NC; his godsister, Jackie Allen, Wilmington, NC; his godchildren, Charles Taylor, Rock Taylor, Antonio Taylor, Cathy Cleckley and Trikitia Taylor; and a host of other dear relatives, and friends.
Visitation Friday from 2 PM – 6 PM at the funeral home. The family will assemble at 903 B. Lincoln Dr., in preparation for the funeral cortege.
The final arrangements are entrusted to Haskins Funeral Home & Cremations, Goldsboro. www.haskinsfh.com
Weeks Family
January 15, 2020
Our deepest sympathy..know that you're in our Thoughts & Prayers
Linda Jordan
January 14, 2020
So sorry to hear of Sonnys passing. Praying that God will surround the family in His Comfort And Love! Rest in perfect peace my friend!
My parents send their heavenly condolences and welcome you to Paradise
William Southerland Jr
January 14, 2020
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William Southerland Jr
January 14, 2020
Rest in Paradise forever
Mother Thea Williams
January 14, 2020
Praying with you during this difficult time of sorrow
Thelma Woodard
January 12, 2020
My condolences to the Family
Charlene Holmes
January 12, 2020
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.
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