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Loisstine Poats Obituary

Loisstine Poats, 67 yrs. made her heavenly transition Monday, February 3, 2020. She was a graduate of Roosevelt High School Class of 1970. Lois loved to travel, cook, dance and go to the casino. She loved all of her grandchildren and had personal relationship with God. Loisstine was preceded in death by her parents Mitchell (Abdul Madyun) Williams and Jewel Williams, mother-in-law Helen Poats, brothers Walter, Mitchell and Henry Williams, sisters Joyce Williams, Vera Kelly and sister-in-law Michelle Williams. She leaves to cherish precious memories her husband Bradrick of 45 years; sons Bradrick (Michelle) and Rhoderick (Devin); brother Maurice (Ernestine) and brother-in-law John; 3 sisters Bettie (Roy), Shukriyyah and Marcina (Alex); Father-in-law Ezell Poats; brother-in-law Greyling (Lilian); sisters-in-law Romielle and Kimberly (James); 14 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Special sisters Joanne and Belinda and their children whom she considered her very own. Visitation Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 9 to 11:00 a.m. with funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Olive Grove M.B. Church, 3600 W. 10th Ave., Gary, IN. Cards and acknowledgements may be sent to Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, IN, 2959 W. 11th Ave. Gary, IN

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Published by Post-Tribune on Feb. 5, 2020.

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February 19, 2020

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

February 8, 2020

To Rod, Devin and the Poats family, so sorry for your loss, condolences to all of you. Roger and Marian Reese

Elliott & Linda Watson

February 8, 2020

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Nakisha Brown

February 8, 2020

Brad and Rhod my condolences to you and your family. Praying for you all.

Kia Crockrom

February 8, 2020

Brad, Buck, Rhod,
Fam there are no words to express the void I feel. I love you Lois ❤. RIH
Kia Crockrom

Kia Crockrom

February 8, 2020

Brad, Buck, Rhod,
Fam, you are in my prayers. I have no words to express the void I feel. I love you Lois❤ RIH.

Michael Patterson

February 7, 2020

Brad condolences to you and family.

Barbara Bowens-Woods

February 7, 2020

Brad and family. So very sorry to hear the news of Lois. I know it's been years since we've spent times together, but the memories are, and will be forever precious. My condolences.

Richard Girdon

February 7, 2020

My condolences to the loved ones of my classmate...to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord...may Loisstine RIH forever.

Pastel Peace Basket

James Burggraf

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Clara Jamison

February 7, 2020

To Cousin Brad and family. We are so sorry for your loss. May the good Lord bless you and your family during time and always
Love you!

Faithful Blessings Bouquet - VASE INCLUDED

Kelley Mulunda

Sent Flowers

Sylvia Kyle

February 6, 2020

To the Poat's family and friends I'm so sorry for your lost. Lois was such a beautiful person you have my condolences. God will see you throught. God Bless you

Whispering Love Arrangement - BASKET INCLUDED

Tom Brown

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Judy Morales

February 6, 2020

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May you treasure all of the amazing memories you had with her.

Minietta Coleman-Nelson

February 6, 2020

To the Poats Family,
Sorry to learn of the lost of your love one. May God comfort you during these trying days.

Mary McCraven

February 6, 2020

My condolences to her husband Brad, their children and the entire family. I pray that God comforts your heart during this time of loss.

Adraine Hindman

February 6, 2020

Lois Rest in Peace.

LAOWEDA ROGERS-DUMAS

February 6, 2020

Prayers to her family, she was a good person and will be missed. Rest in peace my friend. PANTHER4LIFE

JoAnn Gamble

February 5, 2020

Family
My condolences and prayers to all. Loisstine was a awesome lady we had fun at our last reunion. Looking for to 2020 now she's in a better place

Cassandra Douglas

February 5, 2020

My Condolences to the family.

February 5, 2020

Cousin, there are never words enough at a moment such as this however, I would asK you to consider these few words when reflecting on how great your love Is now and has been my sister. I say sister because you and I grew up as brothers and Loisstein will always be my sister. Just remember, Earth has no sorrow, Heaven cannot heal. Love you all,
John and Karen Spann

Gloria Lewis-Crosby

February 5, 2020

Sending condolences to the family and friends on the passing of your loved one. Praying for God's comfort now and in days to come.

Lisa Horton

February 5, 2020

May the Lord continue to comfort and provide peace to the Poats family as only he can
Please accept our prayers and deepest condolences
We love you

Gaylia Somers

February 5, 2020

My deepest Condolences to the family

Travis

February 5, 2020

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. I am saddened by this loss of love and joy. To the Poats family you are in my prayers.

Annie Miles

February 5, 2020

With sympathy

Whispering Love Arrangement - BASKET INCLUDED

a loved one

Sent Flowers

Deborah Prewitt

February 5, 2020

Sending heart felt condolences.
May the Lord continue to provide comfort.
Deborah and Charles Prewitt

Carol Martin

February 5, 2020

Lois you will always hold a special place in my heart and the entire McLaurin Family. Take your rest you have fought a long and tedious fight. Rest on. Brad, Buck, Rhod and the entire family know that her spirit will always live on in all of you. Love you guys

Cheryl Gault

February 5, 2020

The family of Loisstine Poats have my deepest sympathy and condolences.

Earnest Johnson

February 5, 2020

Sending Prayers and Condolences!

Odell Arnold

February 5, 2020

God I'm thankful for the joy my cousin found. She helped many turn they life around. When I did things my own way she came to me one day to show me that in you there is a better way. Love you very much my dear cousin. Always and forever.

Kendall Martin

February 5, 2020

To Brad, Buck, and Rhod,
I still can't find the words because Lois was truly loved by me and the entire McLaurin Family. I can't think of one time during my life that you all weren't there at get-togethers, holidays, etc. I'll miss Lois' smile, her love, and her great cooking. Sending my love to you all. Rest In Peace Loisstine! Love Kendall and Family

Eugena Shareef

February 5, 2020

So sorry for your loss fly high angel

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