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THOMAS REDDIN Obituary

REDDIN, THOMAS 71 - of Atlantic City, departed this life on Friday, October 16, 2009, in the Atlanticare Regional Medical Center, city campus. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida, raised in Alabama and attended the local public school system. He served honorably in the United States Military. Thomas was employed by Linwood Country Club as a golf caddy for more than twenty years. He relocated to Atlantic City in 1980, and became a committed member of Narcotics Anonymous and was known and loved as "Pop". Thomas faithfully opened and ran meetings in Atlantic City allowing addicts to get and stay abstinent from drugs. Predeceased by: His parents, Carrie Reddin and William Henderson and ten siblings. Survivors: His wife of 51 years, Mary Reddin of Atlantic City; Two daughters, Me'chelle Reddin of Tampa, Fl., and Jennifer " My Youngun" Jackson of Atlantic City; Two sisters, Lottie Blocker and Mabelle Blase of Jacksonville, Fl; Three grandchildren, Rickey, Mitchell and Monita Reddin of Tampa, Fl; Two great-grands, Rickia and Ricquel Reddin of Tampa; A favorite niece and nephew, Janice and Bryant; His caretakers, Blair Ingram, Vernon Hayman, Sidney Dabney, Dale Cooper and Clayton Mickens and a host of loving and caring friends. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 11AM, Saint James African Methodist Episcopal, New York and Arctic avenues, Atlantic City, where friends may call from 10AM. Please sign guest book at Legacy.com or email:[email protected] Funeral services

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City on Oct. 19, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for THOMAS REDDIN

23 Entries

Family & Friends

November 17, 2009

On behalf of Mr. Thomas A. Reddin's entire family and all of his care takers, friends & colleagues, we appreciate your words of encouragement and your prayers, talents and gifts of love. Thank you and may God continue to Bless all that you seek in his Holy Name.

Thank you,

God Bless you
The Entire Reddin Family & Support System

New Jersey, Georgia, Florida, California, etc.

Peachez Reddin

November 17, 2009

To the most wonderful dad a girl could ever have. Dad your the greatest! You didn't talk a whole lot, about somethings, but you said plenty about other things, lol. I know that you have always loved me and have always been proud of me, the most wonderful thing that I can think of is I wear your name, the "Reddin" name. That means that we have to do better than settle, we have to be an example. We have to be the leaders of tomorrow, and dad, that is what you have given me. I am proud to be a "Reddin" and somehow, your name will live on forever. I don't ever, not ever, remember having a bad day with you. All I remember is my dad loving me and showing me off for all the world to see. There is nothing that anyone could ever say or do to change the relationship that we've grown to have. I love you dad now and forever, rest in peace you wonderful, loving and handsome dad.

Love Always,

A True Daddy's Little Girl

Mrs. Mary L Reddin

November 17, 2009

My dear husband, what can I say that I haven't said in the 51 years that we have been married? I have always loved you, you and I had some amazing and wonderful times. Times that people may never know of. My love for you will never die, our friendship will never die, and as long as I live, you will be in my heart. I know that you are resting and are watching over me and the family, I am blessed to have had a wonderful friend and husband in you. God bless you Redd, and one day we will be together again. Love always, your loving and devoted wife and friend.

Mitchell Reddin

November 17, 2009

Grand dad I remember the first time you seen me and I was taller than you and JR together, you said with your handsome smile, boy what dey feeding you, and I just laughed. Mother always told us to make her proud because the name "Reddin" means everything. Now, that you have gone on to glory, I will do my very best to make sure you are proud of us always. I love you, grand dad and I will never forget you. Love always Mitchell

Ricky Reddin

November 17, 2009

Dear grand dad, they are always telling me how much I look like you :) a real lady's man. I don't want to remember the pain and sorrow that you encountered the last few months of your life, I just want to remember all the great times that we shared together. You will always be missed, but never forgotten. Love you always, Ricky, Rickia & Ricquel Reddin

Herb L. Davis

November 17, 2009

To my wonderful and loving step-father, I am going to miss you. My love is with my mother Mary and my sister Peachez & all the Reddin Family. May God continue to be a blessing to them in their time of need.

Tee Todd

November 17, 2009

To my Grandfather Thomas, I am deeply sad. For the loss to my Grandmother, Aunt and cousins, may you continue to find peace in knowing that he is in a better place. With all my love, Tee, Robert, Shati, Laz & Tarig

Glendora Mays

October 22, 2009

M’echelle, one of my fondest memories of Uncle Tom was when he visited his Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina relatives about a year ago. The highlight of Thanksgiving gathering was that Uncle Tom would be joining us on this special holiday, so we definitely enjoyed Uncle Tom’s presence. From Uncle Tom’s visit, I learned that he likes reaching out and touching people. He called to wish me “Happy Birthday” and “Happy Mother’s Day” so I will never forget how he made me feel s-o-o-o special. Though he may have passed from this earth, he will always be remembered for his lively conversations about family, workplace, relationships, etc. May you and your family find encouraging words here to help ease your troubled heart.
Another “Favorite” Niece

Lottie Blocker

October 22, 2009

REST

REST? It is simply trust in Him who
knoweth best;

Leaving tomorrow in His hands, and
all the rest

Of time, without a shudder,
or a dread

It is the poising of a soul
on Him

Who, from the dim
Far past, hath been the infinite,
the stable one,

Praying His will be done;
Leaning on Him, in trust which
knows no fear,

As a child leans who does not
hear
The breath of the far storm;
to be
At peace in His infinity . . .

Your loving sister

Maebelle Mays

October 21, 2009

When Oprah asked Maya Angelou what she thought of growing older, she said "I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you'll miss them when they're gone from your life." Tom will certainly be missed on this earth--but he will always be with you because he will be in your heart . . . and in our hearts. Me'chelle, God will take care of you and your family during this difficult time.

Taurie Gittings

October 21, 2009

To Me'chelle & Jennifer and the rest of Uncle Tom's immediate family: on behalf of your family in South Florida, I would like to send you our love and sympathy. We will will keep you in our prayers. Uncle Tom will be missed by all.

BONNIE DONALDSON

October 20, 2009

TO AUNT MARY AND MICHELLE & FAMILY,MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. AND IN LOVING MEMORY OF A WONDERFUL PERSON. WE WILL LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU ALWAYS. GOD BLESS,BONNIE & TONY

tanya williams

October 20, 2009

to my step sister monita, my lil brothers mitchell, and JR, and my step mom michelle, i send all my deepest condolinces, to your your intire family, i did not get to your father/grandfather, but my mother did and sends her deepest regards from sharon hall in atlantic city nj, i know for sure he was a great light in your lives, i send you all all my love and continue to keep you in my prayers, i love you all and from my family and i we will always be there for you, if you need just call, may his soul rest in peace

Monita Reddin

October 19, 2009

I take great pride in my grandfather. I didnt' know a whole lot about him but the things I did know was what meant the most to me. I know he was... is a God loving man, I know he loves me, his family and friends. Although he is no longer with us physically he lives in our hearts. He soars high above us now, looking down on us making sure we're okay. The last few nights I couldn't stop crying. Then suddenly something or someone (I'd like to think of that someone being my Grandpa Thomas)comforted me. Instantly I felt warm as if someone where holding me untill i fell asleep. I had a dream and he was there... smiling at me the whole time :) Now, everytime i feel like crying I think of how much I know he loves me, how much I know he's proud of me and his beautiful smile and just laugh a little. I've accepted the fact that he's in a better place. But I will always miss and love My Grandpa

October 19, 2009

I DID NOT KNOW THOMAS PERSONALLY, BUT IT WAS PEORLE LIKE HIM AND FRIENDS OF BIIL W THAT SAVED MY SON. HE JUST CELEBRATED HIS 12 YEAR SOBRITY. I AM SO SOORY FOR YOUR LOSS BUT YOU DID THE WORK OF A ANGEL ON EARTH. NOW GOD HAS SPECIAL WORK FOR YOU IN HEAVEN ..THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY JUST A MOM .

AJ #1

October 19, 2009

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME OF GRIEF. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO COMFORT AND CONSOLE YOU. HOLD ON TO THE PRECIOUS MEMORIES YOU HAVE TO CARRY YOU THREW. I SMILE WHEN I THINK OF MR TOM HE WAS A VERY SPECIAL AND LOVING GUY. ALWAYS DRESSED TO IMPRESS. MR. TOM WILL BE TRUELY MISSED. NA HAS LOST ANOTHER ANGEL IN DISGUISE. I BELEIVE HE IS FINALLY HOME, PROBABLY IN SERVICE ON A HIGHER LEVEL.

LOVE A.J.

Valerie Bell

October 19, 2009

May God Grant him the peace, grace and mercy, We know he will. Strength to the family know that this is not the end but only a new Beginnining. May his Soul rest in eternal bliss. You know Our Heavenly Father Loves and Embraces "Reddin" "Pop"...Hold on my sister; Love from the Bell & Remington family
Tampa, FL

October 19, 2009

May God Grant "Reddin" peace, grace and mercy, We know GOD will. Strength to the family know that this is not the end but only a new Beginning. May Reddins'Soul rest in eternal bliss. You know Our Heavenly Father Loves and Embraces "Reddin" "Pop"...Hold on my sister; Love from the Bell & Remington family
Tampa, FL

BONITA & JIHAD

October 19, 2009

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Kymbah D

October 19, 2009

To the Family of Mr. Tom (Pop)

My prayers are with you. God places people in your life and during that time we are to cherish them for we never know how long we have. God is merciful and he knows whats best for us.

During your bereavemnet remember the good times, it is a healing. Remember Psm 58:6 that God places all your tears in a bottle. Psm 126:5 speaks about sowing in tears and reaping in joy. Rev 21:4 tells us that there is a place where pain and suffering is no more.

Though you miss him today, know and believe he is in the arms of the comforter.

Loving sumitted,

KATHY Moore/Young

October 19, 2009

To the family of Mr Thomas I wish you all a very full and blessed life...GOD is sure to take care of Mr.T/he will be loved and missed by many.And the LIBERTY will neverbe the same.With all my LOVE and prayes:

BLAIR INGRAM

October 19, 2009

TO MICHELLE AND JENNIFER, NO BOND IS GREATER AS THAT BETWEEN A PARENT AND CHILD. MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ARE WITH YOU AS YOU GRIEVE. POP WAS A MAN THAT WORE MANY DIFFERENT HATS, THE ONES THAT I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER MOST WOULD BE THE ONE OF COMMON SENSE AND HIS STYLE OF DRESS.

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