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1932
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2020
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Mildred Pinkins Obituary
Mildred was born on January 22, 1932 in Westpoint, MS to James Clay and Kathryn Strong.
Mildred moved to East Chicago, IN in 1938, where she attended East Chicago Washington High School.
Mildred confessed Christ at an early age, while attending Zion Baptist Church in Westpoint Mississippi. Later joining and affiliated with Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. E. B. Joyner. She was an active and faithful member.
Mildred started her career as a Respiratory Therapist at Mercy Hospital, later moving to Methodist Hospital and retiring with 30 years of service.
Mildred was united in holy matrimony to Braxton Pinkins.
Preceded in death by her parents, James Clay, Kathryn and Flynoid Booth; Sisters, Jamie Walker and Maggie Clay; Daughter, Debra Lee; Sons, LeCraig Pinkins, Michael Pinkins and Felix Lewis; Granddaughters, Alexis Claypool and Deanna Pinkins; Son-in-law, Daniel Spencer Sr.
She leaves to cherish her memories; sisters, Felicia Clay and Beverly Clay of Detroit, MI; son, Darryl Pinkins Sr of Gary, IN; daughters, Janice Spencer of Merrillville, IN, Cassandra Lewis of Minneapolis, MN and Tracey Pinkins of Indianapolis, IN.
Twenty-one grandchildren, Kwata' (Londa) Fields, Kaneka (Jamal) Vaulx, Deon (Tiffany) Lee, Ladonya Pinkins, Dameon (Rhiannon) Pinkins, Darrlyn Pinkins, Darryl Pinkins Jr., Daniel Spencer Jr., Derron (Lisseth) Spencer, Jermal (Janelle) Pinkins, Alicia (Christopher) Hudson, Portia Jackson, Aukievah Lewis, Erika Davis, Emeko Claypool-Irby, Shannon Borders, Debbie Pinkins, Michael Pinkins Jr., Jordan Pinkins, Kelvin (Ebonie) Henderson and Tinicia Henderson.
Thirty-three great-grandchildren, eight great-great grandchildren; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mildred Pinkins
Louise Jenkins
June 10, 2020
To Janice and the Pinkins Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. May GOD embrace you all in His arms with understanding, peace and love to continue to endure the days ahead. Take solace in knowing that she's no longer suffering and is with our Heavenly Father. Remember all the times shared to find comfort. "Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal", it just takes time.
Take care of yourself Jan
Much love always my friend
#bananapudding
Rosa L. Askew
June 9, 2020
Tracey, I worked with your mom for years at Methodist. Beautiful person. May The Holy Spirit continue to comfort you and your family.
Ella Alston
June 9, 2020
Condolences To The Pinkins Family .
Billie Jean Jackson
June 9, 2020
Condolences to Sandy, my Little sisters Portia and Aukievah , my neices and nephews. Big sis is always here for you.
BARBARA BORDERS
June 9, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Melissa and Abbi Moore
June 9, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you . May GOD hold you tight.
Linda Spencer
June 8, 2020
My sincere condolences to the entire Pinkins family.
Melinda Welshan
June 8, 2020
Words are so difficult at times like this. I'd like to extend my deepest sympathies to Mildred's family. Mildred and I were coworkers at Methodist and became friends . She was a good friend and a good person. She will be missed by so many people. Rest in peace my friend.
Lorraine & Pamela Friley
June 8, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Frances Bridges- Resto
June 8, 2020
I extend my prayers and sympathy to Janice and family.
TONI PRICE
June 7, 2020
TO JANICE AND FAMILY WILLIE AND I WISH TO SEND YOU AND YOUR FAMILY OUR LOVE OUR PRAYERS AND OUR SYMPATHY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME MAY YOU ALL BE STRONG IN HEART AND FAITH FOR GOD IS FOREVER PRESENT STAY SAFE TO EACH OF YOU
Mallie Henry-Johnson
June 7, 2020
Sincere condolences to the Pinkins family. Praying God will comfort and strengthen you for weeping may endureth at night but JOY comes in the Morning. Treasure the memories. R.I.P Mildred-The Henry Family
Anita M Hudson
June 7, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Sending prayers and deepest sympathies to your family.
Love,
The Hudson's
Portia, Anita, Fannie and family
Alma Payne
June 7, 2020
Tracy my condolences to you and your family. Your mom was so sweet, we had some good times at Methodist Hospital. I pray God will cover you in His strength! My continued prayers are with you.
MaLinda
June 7, 2020
Condolences to you Janice and your family.Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Prayers for you all.
Satalia
June 7, 2020
We love you Grandma Pinkins. From great-grand daughter Naturi Henderson, Mom and family
Keith and Arcella Moxley
June 7, 2020
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Your mother was a crucial part of our neighborhood when she lived here and was missed when she left. Our deepest sympathy goes out to your entire family.
Joseph (Keith) and Arcella Moxley
Ernestine Strickland
June 7, 2020
To the family you have my deepest condolences your mother was a sweet heart she is resting in God's hands now rest on Mother Pinkins much love to you love you family ---- Ernestine Strickland ---Indianapolis Indiana
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