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Chad Evan Fields -MCRAE - Chad Evan Fields, 32, died Sunday, September 21, 2008 in McRae. -Services will be 4 P.M., Thursday, September 25, 2008 at Helena Baptist Church with burial in Telfair Memorial Gardens in McRae. -Mr. Fields was the son of Jimmy and Brenda Evans Fields of McRae. He graduated from Telfair County High School in 1994 and Emmanuel College in 2000. He was an educator with the Telfair County School system. -Survivors: parents, Jimmy and Brenda Fields of McRae; grandfather, Forrest Fields of Alamo; uncle and aunt, Keith and Judy Fields of East Dublin. -Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at the funeral home. -Flowers are accepted or contributions may be made to the Telfair County Recreation Department, P.O. Box 505, McRae, Georgia 31055. -Lowe's Funeral Home of Helena has charge of the arrangements.

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Published by The Telegraph on Sep. 24, 2008.

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Darwyn and Karen Simmons

October 7, 2008

Jimmy and Brenda, we have just heard about Chad from Ronnie Rowe. We are so very sorry, and are praying for God to give you and your family strength at this difficult time.

Mathel GILLIS

September 27, 2008

Jimmy and Brenda, I am so sorry for our loss. I pray that God will comfort you with Love and understanding. I will always cherish the photos I have of him in my Daycare, because he was always special. You are in my thoughts and prayers, May God Bless You.

Debbie Fountain

September 27, 2008

Jimmy,Brenda and Mr. Forrest
We are praying that GOD will hold you in his loving arms through this time and the days ahead.
Debbie and Danielle Fountain

corey lee

September 26, 2008

coreylee and shalia lee

James Henderson

September 25, 2008

Jimmy and Brenda It was a great privilege to have known and coached your son. May God bless you.

James and Sue Ann Henderson

Joann Selph

September 25, 2008

Brenda & Jimmy,

My Heart goes out to you, Chad was one of a kind. Always smiling and glad to see you. The Strozier Street boys grew up so fast. It was always a joy to see them playing when I was over at LULU's. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
May God Bless You.
Love,
Joann Selph

Dorothy/Danny Harbin

September 25, 2008

Jimmy and Brenda. We will always have our fondest memories of Chad. And are holding you two in our prayers. If you need us, please call. Chad will truly be missed by all.

Gary Starley

September 25, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Julie Cartwright

September 25, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deepest Sympathy
Tommy and Joan Cartwright
Julie Cartwright and Craig Hunt

Amanda Amerson

September 25, 2008

Chad was in several of my classes with RESA and GLRS. He will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jim & Rita Norris

September 25, 2008

Sincere Sympathy.

Liz Griffin (Outlaw)

September 25, 2008

Mr. Jimmy and Ms. Brenda,

I'm so sorry for your loss of Chad, he was a good friend and loved to make your day go better! He will be sadly missed please keep your hand up and the Lord will help you make it from day to day.. I'll be praying for you

Robin Y. Hutto

September 25, 2008

Mr. Jimmy & Ms. Brenda,
Chad really blessed so many lives, and so many kids looked up to him.My mother really thought he was super special and has touched her heart in many ways. I will continue to lift you up in prayer, day & night. May God give you the peace and comfort that only He can give.

Cyler,Shalia & Colby Jones

September 24, 2008

Jimmy & Brenda,
There are not enough words to say how sorry I am for your loss. I know that you both were loving and caring parents and must have an abundance of cherished memories. Chad will truly be missed. I pray that God will comfort you in the days,weeks and years to come and surround you with loving family and friends to help you make it through the days ahead. "He will not leave you nor forsake you".All things happen for a reason, but only God knows the reason. Just remember that you now have a wonderful guardian angel watching over 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.Please call on me if I can help you in any way.
With much love,

Buddy & Phyllis Adams

September 24, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of loss.

Gail Sanchez

September 24, 2008

Jimmy and Brenda Fields, My deepest sympathy is with you all at this season in your life. Chad was a real Christian hearted person. To him every one was the same, he was thought very highly by my grandchildren Abigail and Desmond McCormick.He will be sorely missed by us all. Only the love of God can substain you now. Jackie

Patricia Evans

September 24, 2008

Brenda, Though it has been many years since I have seen you, please know that you, Jimmy, and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Patsy Evans

Robbie Thompson

September 24, 2008

You are in my prayers. May your rich, warm memories of all that Chad meant to you will one day be a source of comfort. Until then, may it help to know that many are thinking of you and remembering Chad with love.

Betty Clegg

September 24, 2008

Forrest,Jimmy and Brenda, I'm so sorry for lost.My God bless each of you with His strenght in the coming days Lu-Ann Adams& Betty Clegg

Darren & Sharon Marchman

September 24, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

David & Willa Ree Hulett

September 24, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Kelly, Michelle, Kayla, Josh and Chelsea Floyd

September 24, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Kim, Michael & Alex Brown

September 24, 2008

Mr. Jimmy and Ms. Brenda,
Our hearts are filled with sadness. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I have so many memories of Chad and will always cherish our friendship. He was always like a little brother to me. I still have the little signed glove and baseball that he gave Alex when he was a baby. We will hold on to this and all the memories of chad. I know you are hurting but please know that you are not alone. Always look to God for guidance and he will be there for you through this.
We love you.

Joey&Lori Marchant

September 24, 2008

Mr. Jimmy & Mrs. Brenda,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort. May God give you strength and comfort as only HE can.

September 24, 2008

Jimmy and Brenda,
There are absolutely no words to express how deeply sorry I am for you both. I pray for God to carry you through. Deborah Long

Renee Adams

September 24, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ellen Burch-Burgess

September 24, 2008

Jimmy & Brenda - please accept our sympathy over the loss of Chad. There are no words to express our sorrow. Just know that you are loved & our Lord will see you through. Still see him running around w/ the rest of those boys when we were all in Jaycees! Hold on to your precious memories! Briar, Ellen, Edward & Sam

Rocky & Crystal Ray

September 24, 2008

Mr and Ms Fields,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Chad will be missed greatly. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Melissa Schlenz Barnawell

September 24, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Fields,
My heart aches for you. Please know my thoughts and my prayers are with you and all of Chad's family. I hope your memories of Chad will help you through this difficult time. I will always remember him as the little boy who practiced pitching in his back yard and had the snowy white dog with three legs.

Connie Lann

September 24, 2008

Jimmy & Brenda,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We don't understand when something like this happens, but please remember our Lord and Savior will not leave nor forsake you.
Love And Prayers,
Connie Lann

Jimbo & Glenda Dominey

September 24, 2008

Praying that God will give you comfort and peace in the days ahead.

Jeanette Jenkins and Betty Jenkins Fulton

September 24, 2008

Jimmy, Brenda, Forrest, and Keith,
We are so very sorry to hear about your loss and send our heartfelt condolences.
Our love to you all,

Eve McDonald

September 24, 2008

Forrest and Family,
We are so sad to hear of the loss of your grandson and son. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Greta Davidson

September 24, 2008

Brenda & Jimmy, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Always remember all the good times you were able to spend with Chad. I recall so many times he spent with Joe and all the fun they had. We sometimes feel that we can't bear such heartache, but know that God never gives us more than we can handle. Though I am thousands of miles away you are in my heart and hope you know my prayers are with you. Nothing can take away the pain in your heart but know that he's in a better place and not hurting anymore. Love, Greta

Janet Stapleton

September 24, 2008

Ms. Brenda & Mr. Jimmy
I have you in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Chad will be missed greatly. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Scott Frederick

September 24, 2008

Jimmy & Brenda..
I am so sorry for your loss. Chad was a "once in a lifetime" type of player.

Charles and Rhonda Brown

September 24, 2008

Brenda & Jimmy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.

Barbie, Tony & Jacob Mullis

September 24, 2008

Chad was a very special person. I don't recall ever seeing him without a smile! He was Jacob's favorite umpire at the rec dept. Words can't express your loss. Chad will be missed.

Amy, Allie, and Cole Register

September 24, 2008

You are in our thoughts, prayers, and in our hearts-during this most difficult time.

jennifer green

September 24, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

jennifer green

September 24, 2008

jennifer green

DAVID AND RITA WILLIAMS

September 24, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.You are in our thoughts and prayers.Chad will be missed by so many.

Sherri Reaves Hinson

September 24, 2008

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. I am very sorry to hear of your loss and the past days have brought precious memories of growing up with Chad. I know you will truly miss him but know that you have family, friends, and the Lord to help you in the days ahead.

September 24, 2008

May God be with you and your loved ones at this difficult time. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Lou and Ed Lyons (Dublin)

Carl and Betty Adams

September 24, 2008

Jimmy, Brenda and Forrest, You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and comfort you.

Ricky and Sue Harrelson

September 24, 2008

may god be with you

Michael, Shelly, Emilee, and Mary Beth Schlenz

September 24, 2008

We are keeping you close to our hearts and in our prayers during this most difficult time. In the days to come, lean on God, as he will see you through this. May your many memories help you to find peace in the days to come.
We love you,

Sarah Brown Stembridge

September 24, 2008

Jimmy,Brenda and Field's Family

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May God's blessings substain you through this difficult time and always lean on him for your comfort and guidance. He will never forsake you or leave you.
With Christian Love, your friends
Bob and Sarah

BO AND JILL YAWN

September 24, 2008

PLEASE KNOW WE ARE THINKING OF YOU AND PRAYING FOR YOU. I PRAY FOR STRENGTH FOR BOTH OF YOU TO GET YOU THROUGH THE DAYS AHEAD.

Carla Sirmans

September 24, 2008

Mr. Jimmy & Mrs. Brenda
My Thoughts and prayers are with you as you take one day at a time. But I've found out you have to take one second at a time because the days seem a little more to bear. Chad was Special. May God Bless and Keep You.

Janie Wells

September 24, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Nathan & Polly Rowe

September 24, 2008

Jimmy & Brenda, May God give you comfort and strength to carry you through this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lori Batchelor

September 24, 2008

Words can not express our deepest sympathy for you. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this terrible time.

Duncan & Lori Batchelor
Jay & Jennifer Bellflower
Ben Batchelor

frankie haring

September 24, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

crystal dykes/daniel

September 24, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Mary Atchley

September 24, 2008

Jimmy and Brenda,

I'm so sorry to hear about Chad. I know words just can't do any justice. Know that you are loved and thought about daily by so many friends. I will keep you in my prayers and know that God will see you through this time. All my Love.

Robyn Brown

September 24, 2008

May God be with you during this time and all the time.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I can do everything through him who gives me strength.
Philippians 4:13

Robyn Brown , Helena

Elizabeth Morrison Burch

September 24, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

September 24, 2008

Jimmy & Brenda, Mr. Forest,
We know your loss is great. May God sustain you and help you find the strength to carry on.
Our hearts and prayers are with you all.

Lotis & Barbara Lawrence
Alamo, Ga.

Marla Harris

September 24, 2008

Mr. Jimmy and Mrs. Brenda,
Chad always knew how to make you smile. He could turn a dark room into a room full of sunshine and laughter. Just cherish those good memories and depend on Jesus Christ to see you through this difficult time.
Love and Blessings,
Marla Cravey Harris (aka Two by Four with Arms & Legs - Chad's nickname for me!)

Sheilah Harrison and Roger

September 24, 2008

Sending you warmest thoughts and love in this time of incredible loss.

Stan Rutherford

September 24, 2008

We ar so sorry for your loss. May God confort you through this time. We will miss Chad.
Stan, Patty, and Biff Rutherford

Toni Spires Cravey

September 24, 2008

So sad... praying for your family.
:(

Joann Bass

September 24, 2008

Brenda and Jimmy, my deepest sympathy is sent to you. May God hold and support you during this most difficult time.
Love, Joann

JUDY GRINER

September 24, 2008

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Lynn Hulett Sheffield

September 24, 2008

Mr. Jimmy & Ms. Brenda, you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Chad will be truly missed.

David & Pam Southerland

September 24, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Kindra Daves

September 24, 2008

My deepest sympathy to Brenda And Jimmy. Chad was my first and only crush. I will remember our many nights playing basketball or just sitting outside listening to music and talking for hours. I pray that God will heal the pain felt by so many people who new and loved him.

Judy Harris

September 24, 2008

Brenda and Jimmy

I don't have the words to tell you how much my heart aches for you.

Warren & Peggy Selph

September 24, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Molly Jeffries

September 24, 2008

Ms. Brenda & Mr. Jimmy,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I know Chad was the light of your life. He was truly blessed to have wonderful, loving parents like you, as you were blessed to have a wonderful, loving son like him. Surround yourselves with the many cherished memories of your lives with Chad. May God surround you in comfort & love and give you the strength to go through each day as only HE can. My thoughts, prayers, and love are with you both.
With love,
Molly Jeffries

September 24, 2008

WILLIAM & GLORIA KNOWLES

Becky Kinnett Blankenship

September 24, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Scarlett Driggers

September 24, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ray & Glynda Taylor

September 24, 2008

Jimmy & Brenda, Our Prayers are with you during this time. God Bless both of You.

Charles and Patsy House

September 24, 2008

Jimmy and Brenda,
Our hearts go out to you during your time of sorrow. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

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