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Compton Beresford Obituary
BERESFORD, COMPTON AUGUSTUS 71 - of Pleasantville, departed this life and went to be with the Lord on December 27, 2005 a the Atlantic City Hospital. Compton was born in Guyana South America and migrated to the United States of America in 1971. He was formerly employed by the Sands Casino. He was a member of St. Paul's A.M.E. Church of Pleasantville where he was a member of the trustee board. He served faithfully and loved working for the Lord. He was caring and loving to all. Compton leaves to mourn his beloved wife, Doris Beresford, children Michael, David, Phillip, stepchildren Lisa, Kevin and Michael, five sisters, Sheila, Yvonne, Cleo, Winifred, Janice and their husbands, one brother Rev. Richard Beresford and wife, 13 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Compton' viewing on Friday December 30, 2005 at 7:00 pm-9:00 pm and the Going Home Service on Saturday December 31, 2005 at 11:00 am. Both occasions will be held at the St. Paul's A.M.E. Church, 1103 Harrison Ave, Pleasantville. Interment will be at the Mount Calvary Cemetery Egg Harbor Township. Arrangements are done by the Adams Perfect Funeral Home.
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Your granddaughter Aniqua
November 17, 2022
I miss my pop pop so much ! May u continue to watch over us & rest in peace
Beverly RN Absecon Manor
January 17, 2006
It was a pleasure to care for your husband. May God continue to comfort you and your family.
Rebecca and Kevin
January 11, 2006
Ms. Doris/Mom
We are here for you. May God Bless and keep you during these times.
Patricia Smothers
January 2, 2006
Doris our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this time of sorrow. Compton fought a long hard fight and now he can rest in the arms of our Lord and you can rest in knowing he will have to suffer no more.
Love
Pat & Bennye'
Rev. Wendy Mason
December 31, 2005
Please know that we are praying for you in these trying times that your strength fail you not. Keep looking to Jesus and He will carry you through.
Mary Shreck
December 30, 2005
Doris, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Mary and Guy Shreck
Rev. James Brown
December 29, 2005
May God pick you up and carry you through these tough times,Bro Compton is resting in the arms of the Lord,sweet rest.
December 29, 2005
Mom Doris,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr Compton was a very special person, none other like him. We love you both.
Kevin & Victoria Gandy
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