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Lonnie Cobb Obituary
LIMA — Mr. Lonnie Cobb, age 76, passed from this life on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at approximately 2:58 p.m. at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima.
He was born on November 29, 1942 in Hurtsboro, Alabama to the union of Charlie and Susana (Jackson) Cobb, both parents preceded him in death.
Mr. Cobb retired as a welder from General Dynamics after 15 years of service, he also worked at Sheller Globe for many years. For over 50 years, Lonnie was an entrepreneur having owned a car lot, autobody shop and a gas station. He gave his life to Christ at an early age at New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, and was currently a member of Philippian Missionary Baptist Church where he served as a Trustee. He was also a member of the Masonic Order.
On August 30, 1969 he was united in holy matrimony to Geneva (Lyles) Cobb who survives in Lima, Ohio.
He and his loving wife Geneva have 2 children; a son; Gregory L. Cobb of Lima and a daughter; Veronica Hairston (Michael) of Columbus, OH. He also has a son; Brian K. Irons of Lima. 2 grandchildren; Mikaylan Hairston and Cristiana Hairston. 2 brothers; Willie Cobb of Phenix City, AL and Ezekiel Cobb (Dorothy) of Lima. 3 sisters; Abby Robinson, Rosana Releford both of Phenix City, AL. Rebecca Harris (Richard) of Lima. A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Mr. Cobb was preceded in death by a brother; Charlie Cobb and 2 sisters; Beatrice Hill and Nonie Bell Moore.
Home Going Services will be held on Friday, March 29, 2019 at 12:00 noon at Philippian Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. B. LaMont Monford, Sr., officiating.
Visitation/Wake will be held on Friday, March 29, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. until time of services also at the Church.
Entombment: Woodlawn Mausoleum.
Services entrusted to: JONES-CLARK FUNERAL HOME, INC.
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Sandra Vorhees
March 18, 2020
It's been a year since Lonnies passing and he is greatly missed . To his family we the Vorhees family keep you all in our hearts and prayers . He was a very good friend and co-worker to my late husband and a friend of mine . Always treated me with the utmost respect and kindness when I took our cars to be fixed. Prayers be with you all. ❤
Henry Freeman
March 28, 2019
I'm going to miss all our times we spent together my friend to the family stay strong for each other and my prayers are with all of you remember God put his loving arms around Lonnie and said come on home your job is done.
Henry B. Freeman
Sandy Vorhees
March 27, 2019
Our prayers are with the family of Lonnie . It was with such sadness hearing of his passing . He was a good friend for many years of the Vorhees family starting back to the days at Shelled Globe . Many visits to the body shop on fourth street . So very sorry for your loss . Lonnie was a good man and will be greatly missed .
Belle Whiteside
March 26, 2019
Condolences from the Whiteside Cash Family. Rest In Peace. I'll still be watching over that Fish pond. Gods Blessings Mrs Dobbs n Family.
Pam Reynolds
March 26, 2019
May God bless the family and keep them strong.
Theresa Allen-Carter
March 26, 2019
Death leaves a heartache only God can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal. Standing with you in prayer! 'Tee Allen-Carter'
Mike Melvin
March 25, 2019
God Speed & Rest Easy my friend. Honored to call you friend. Knock 'em down at the bowling lanes of heaven. Until we meet again!
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