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Nedra D. Brown
(nee Lucas)
9-28-1970 12-14-2003
A Celebration of Life Service for Nedra D. (Lucas) Brown, 33, of Newark, will be held on Friday, Dec. 19, 2003, at 2 p.m. at the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 383 Washington St., Newark, with Rev. Dr. Charles W. Noble Sr. officiating. Inter ment will follow at Newark Me morial Gardens. A memorial service will be held at Temple of Deliverance Christian Church, 753 Archwood Ave., Akron, on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2003, from 5 to 7 p.m.
Mrs. Brown died on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2003, from injuries in an auto accident. She was born in Akron, Ohio on Sept. 28, 1970, to James and Neoma (Williams) Lucas. She was a member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church where she served as a deaconess, helped with Awana Youth Group, and also was a guild girl counselor and youth board member. She was also a member of Alpha Phi Sorority, and helped with Big Brothers-Big Sisters, and was a YMCA fitness instructor. She graduated from St. Vincent-St. Mary's High School and also graduated from the University of Akron.
Nedra was a teacher at Beery Middle School in Columbus where she taught sixth, sev enth, and eighth grade, and was also the girls basketball, girls volleyball and girls track coach.
Survivors include son, Aaron Brown Jr.; daughter, Nicole Denise Lucas; parents, James and Neoma (Williams) Lucas; grand son, Nyelle Lucas; brother and sister-in-law, James and Kimberly Lucas of Akron; nieces, Kalen and Kaci Lucas, both of Akron; many aunts, uncles and relatives. Her husband, Aaron Brown also died in the automo bile accident.
Friends may call at the Criss-Schoedinger Funeral Home on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m., 179 Granville St., Newark, Ohio. Me morial contributions may be made to James A. Lucas Jr. c/o Aaron Cliff Brown Jr. at any National City Bank in Ohio. E-mail condolences to www.crissschoedinger.com
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Andrea Lessem
December 29, 2003
To the Lucas and Brown Families:
Words can not express the joy that Nedra brought to the classes I shared with her at University of Akron. We had many classes together, and sat next to each other at graduation. Along with being a close neighbor down the street in Akron. I read the notice during the last days before I left for winter break from teaching, myself. I have many fond memories of her early morning energy and positive encouragement towards myself and others. Nedra was always celebrating life. Now she can make others smile somewhere else. My fond memories of Nedra are now yours too.
Jeff Brantley
December 23, 2003
May God watch over you both and you will be deeply missed.
J.D & Cecelia Mickles & Family
December 22, 2003
James & Neoma,
Words cannot express the grief that is felt at this time of loss. Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you.
May the Lord continue to Bless and strengthen US is our prayer.
Your Aunt, Uncle & Cousins
Erin Stansberry
December 19, 2003
Dear Jim and Family,
I was so heaartsick to hear of your loss. I know that your faith will see you through this trying time. Jim, you have listened and helped me through some of my most difficult trials, and if there is absolutely anything I can do for you and Kim, please don't hesistate to ask.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
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Suzanne McBrayer
December 19, 2003
To Nedra's family-our prayers and love go out to you. I cheered with Nedra at St. V and have many fond memories of games and cheerleading camp with her. Her smile and enthusiasm were contagious. She has obviously touched the lives of many.
Sincerely,
Suzy Hadley-McBrayer
Shannon Downs
December 19, 2003
Nedra and I attended St. Mary's grade school togehter I will always remeber her laughter and smile.
Death is that state in which one exists in the mind of others, which is why it is not and end. No goodbyes. Just good memories.May God be with you and your family during your time of sorrow. (Shannon P. Downs & Johnnie R. Downs)
Geneva Carlton
December 19, 2003
It is not easy to find words that will help ease your pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Geneva Carlton
Kelli Mills-Meissner
December 18, 2003
To the Brown/Lucas Families,
I went to Highschool at St. V-M with Nedra and have great memories of her smile and great personality! I think she was in all my classes over the years! My thoughts and prayers will be with your family over the holidays! I have had Nedra on my mind since i read the article in the Akron Beacon Journal on Wed. No words can ease your pain right now, just know she touched many, many lives and will be greatly missed!
Kelli Mills-Meissner
V-M 1988
Daria Lee
December 18, 2003
My condolences to you Neoma and James and to the entire Williams family. May God place His loving arms of comfort around you all during your bereavement. To be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord. They are in good hands.
Daria and Henry Lee, Akron OH
Joetta Bradley
December 18, 2003
I am very,, very sorry about your loss. I will miss seeing Nedra around with that bubbly personality and smile. I am praying for you all and remember that, "His grace is sufficient", in every situation. Joetta Bradley
Stephanie Greene
December 18, 2003
May god Bless you and your family!
Crystal M. Bell
December 18, 2003
Your family will be held in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord bless, keep and strengthen you during this time of loss and sorrow.
Stephanie Bradshaw
December 18, 2003
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless and keep you
Craig & Brenda Griffin
December 18, 2003
We are so sorry for your loss
Harold & Eunice Craig
December 18, 2003
When there is little else we can do. We can just hold you close in our hearts. We lift you in Prayer. We ask that God, give you Peace in the center of your storm. May God just comfort and Bless each one of you. Love,
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