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Johnnie Bivins Obituary
Johnnie Mae Bivins (nee Harris) "Mickey" gained her heavenly wings on January 11, 2019 at the blessed age of 91.
She was the second oldest child born to the late John and Clara Belle Harris. Johnnie Mae was a talented musician and played for several area churches in Akron and also the Harris Gospel Singers. She was a member of Second Baptist Church until her health declined, and an honorary member of Love Koinonia Church of Lorain, Ohio under leadership of her son, Apostle Terrance Bivins.
She was preceded in death by parents; husband, Homer Sr.; sons, Brion and Ronald; grandchildren, Roland and Alisa; great grandchildren, Alijah, Elajah, Eniyah and Amiyah Bivins; siblings, Dorothy Robinson, Vera Hearns and Audrey Heard. To cherish her beloved memory she leaves daughters, Gloria and Claudette Bivins and Claudia Pugh of Akron; sons, Homer Jr. and Duane of Akron and Apostle Terrance (Sheila) Bivins of Lorain, Ohio; sisters, Claudia Caldwell of Akron and Roslyn Thompson-Hill of Los Angeles, Calif.; brother, Ronald Harris of Akron; 14 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren, 14 great-great grandchildren and a host of cousins, other relatives and many dear friends.
Homegoing Celebration will be held Saturday, January 19, 2019 at New Hope Baptist, 1706 S. Hawkins, Akron, OH 44320 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of service with family receiving friends from 10 a.m. until time of service. Apostle Terrance Bivins, Eulogizing, Pastor David Nelson, Pastor. Interment, Mt. Peace Cemetery. Condolences may be sent and procession will form at 1302 East Ave., Akron, OH 44307.
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Evangelist Trisha Otis-Williams
January 23, 2019
To the Bivins Family: We were saddened to learn of your beloved mother's heavenly flight. Know that she carried to Heaven the knowledge of all the love and devotion you gave unto her in good health and in sickness. Stay close and stay saved; remember the Hope of the Resurrection (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18).
The Eight Children of Mary Moore Otis
~Y Oliver
January 22, 2019
The God that binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn, sustain your Family during this difficult time.
(Isaiah 61:1,2)
Georgia P. Smith
January 20, 2019
Condolences to the family members of the late Sister Johnnie Mae Bivins. May all of the precious memories sustain you during the days ahead.
Tia
January 19, 2019
Condolences to Ms Gloria Bivins and family
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Michael and Adrienne Livingston
January 19, 2019
Dear Family,
Words are so inadequate to use at this time. The world is truly a better place, because of the lives Mother touched. I have many great memories of Mother, that just make me smile. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
We Love You!
EDDIE / GAYLE , BROWN & FAMILY
January 19, 2019
SENDING OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE BIVINS FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU STRONG AT THIS TIME OUR FAMILY WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS
Rhoden Memorial Home
January 19, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Raymond Miles
January 18, 2019
I want to send my praise to my family at this time.
Sorry can be there with y'all. I will miss my grand aunt dearly. My spirits is there love u all.
January 18, 2019
My sincere condolences. Find comfort in the God who is close to the brokenhearted.
CURTIS OWENS
January 18, 2019
To the entire family of Mother Bivins, May God comfort you all with Love and support of so many who had the pleasure of knowing this wonderful Matriarch of the Bivins Family. Dewayne you are a special child of God and We the Owens family offer our deepest condolences to you and your family. Know that to be absent in the body is to present with our Lord. We our here for you, you were there for us when our Mother Passed Love Curtis !!!
Liz
January 18, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May God's promise comfort and sustain your family during this difficult time. John 6:40
Helen Brown & Family
January 18, 2019
To the Bivins Family. Sorry to hear of the passing of Mother Bivins. Praying for the entire family during this difficult season. Remain encouraged knowing that 'earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal'.
Lisa William's/paige
January 18, 2019
Sending my condolences out to the bevins family in the loss of your mom prayers to you all
Garth Newberry
January 18, 2019
To the Bivins and Harris families,
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Gilda Liggins
January 17, 2019
To The Entire Bivins Family,
Send my deepest sympathy in the home going of you beloved mother and all that loved her dearly.
GOD BLESS
Gilda
Joann Colbert
January 17, 2019
Sending my sincere condolences to the Bivins' Family , may your Mother be at peace with her heavenly Father conforming for all the years of good works here on earth. Grace and Peace to your family and know that I am praying for your family as I send my Love to you all, Louise Colbert-Bingham and family.
Daniel and Michelle Sherman and family
January 17, 2019
To the Family,
Extending our condolences and deepest heartfelt sympathies as you grieve the loss of your loved one.
Sincerely,
John & Susan White
January 17, 2019
To The Bivins Family We Are Sorry For Your Loss You Have Are Condolences & Deepest Sympathy & Are Prayers Are With You All
January 14, 2019
So sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort and endurance from our loving heavenly father during this difficult time. Rom.15:5
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