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John Kimbrough Sr.

1922 - 2015

John Kimbrough Sr. obituary, 1922-2015, Gary, IN

BORN

1922

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Smith, Bizzell & Warner Funeral Home

4209 Grant Street

Gary, Indiana

John Kimbrough Obituary

John W. Kimbrough Sr., age 93, of Gary, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2015, surrounded by the love of his family by his side. He will always be greatly missed and cherished by his family. Mr. Kimbrough was born on March 30, 1922 in Stanton, TN to Fletcher and Luellla Kimbrough. He was a retired employee of US Steel after 30 years of service. He is survived by his loving wife of over 68 years, Mattie Kimbrough (Duncan) of Gary, IN; four sons, Warren (Ruth), John Jr., Dennis & Melvin (Donna) Kimbrough all of Gary, IN; three daughters, Lynette Kimbrough-Strickland, Andrea & LaDonna Kimbrough of Calumet City, IL; one adopted daughter, Mary Reeves of Gary, IN; 16 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Saturday, October 24th, 2015 from 11:00-1:45pm. Funeral service begins at 2:00 pm. at Smith Bizzell & Warner Funeral Home, 4209 Grant St, Gary, IN 46408, with Bro. Calvin Magee and Bro. Kenneth McClatchey, officiating. www.smithbizzellwarnerfuneralhome.com

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Published by Post-Tribune on Oct. 23, 2015.

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Linda fay Chambers

July 16, 2017

DARLENE HENDERSON COLBERT

October 30, 2015

TO THE KIMBROUGH FAMILY MAY GOD GIVE YOU AND YOUR LOVE ONES COMFORT DURING YOUR MOMENTS OF GRIEVING..JUST KNOWING THAT YOUR FATHER STILL LIVES ON THROUGH THE NEXT GENERATION...LOVE YOU DENNIS AND THE REST OF THE KIMBROUGH FAMILY..KISS YOUR MOTHER FOR ME.

Albet & Janis Grant

October 28, 2015

To The Family,

So sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Kimbrough, we only found out about it the day of services. Hobo has great memories with the entire family. Mr. Kimbrough was the only one that saw potential in him and gave him a chance by co-signing for his first new car. That meant a lot to him, and made a big impact in his life. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the entire family, may God grant Mr. Kimbrough peace.

Love,
Albert (Hobo) & Janis Grant

Lavader (Cookie) Grant-Suggs

October 28, 2015

To the Kimbrough Family,
My deepest condolences during this difficult time. Mr. Kimbrough has always held a special place in my heart since I met your family in the 70's. He always made me feel welcome and part of your phenomenal family. He will truly be missed and I will continue to keep you in my prayers. Lavader

nonymous

October 27, 2015

Blessings to the family...

October 27, 2015

To the Kimbrough Family
We were so sadden to hear of your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers. May Jehovah be with you in your time of need.
The Evans Family

Michael (Golf-Ball) + Ermalene (Neice') Gault Sr

October 27, 2015

To the Family,

Your father/ grandfather is at peace. Think of the good times and smile. For comfort, read Ecclesiastes 3:1-15,17,19,20,22. May God bring you peace during this time. Back in the days of Dorie Miller.

October 26, 2015

To the Kimbrough Family, we the Ward/Smith family like to send our condolences for the loss of your father. We know he was the strength of the family and just know he will always be in all your hearts.

Martha Lacy (Ward)

October 25, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Gale Wiggins Anderson

October 24, 2015

Andrea and the Kimbrough Family my deepest condolences in the loss of your dad praying for your strength in your time of sorrow!!

October 24, 2015

Ladonna, Andrea and the Kimbrough family,
You have my deepest condolences for the loss of your father. May God bless you and your family.

Carmen Patton-Dowdell

Linda LASTER KIMBROUGH

October 24, 2015

TO MY KIMBROUGH FAMILY,IAM PRAYING THAT YOU FIND STRENGTH AT THIS SAD TIME IN YOUR LIVES,I WILL TRULY MISS MY FATHER -IN - LAW,,MR.MRS. KIMBROUGH ARE MORE LIKE MY PARENT'S THAN MY IN LAW'S I WILL ALWAYS LOVE THEM !

October 23, 2015

Warren you have been my brothers good friend for many, many years. I feel like you are my brother. It saddens me to hear of your loss. God blessed you and your family to have your Dad for a long time. Find joy in the memories you have of him. May God continue to smile on the Kimborough family. Your Lil' sis, Claudette Hadley.

Cheryl McDowell-Downs

October 23, 2015

May God give comfort to the Kimbrough family during this time of sadness.

Vivian Strickland

October 23, 2015

Melvin, our prayers go out to you and your family in the loss of your father, your loved one. May God continue to bless you and your family during your time of bereavement. From your co-workers at US Steel Hot Strip Mill, 42 Spares.

Jimmy and Jennifer Cook

October 23, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Andrew Batiste

October 22, 2015

The family are in my prayers

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