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Marcus Wilson Obituary

Marcus Mandela Wilson, 19, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Friday, June 25, 2010. The son of Lorena and Marvin Wilson and Knali Edwards. God is all wise and all knowing and called his faithful Servant home. He leaves to reflect on his memory along side his parents; four sisters, Knalia Edwards, of Orlando, Fla., Brianna Wilson, Roanoke, Va., Arielle (Lorenzo) Jackson, of Orlando, Fla., Jasmyne Wilson; six brothers, Tyrrell and A'ron Wilson, both of Roanoke, Va., Knali Edwards, Naki Edwards, Kamarley Edwards, Marvin Jr., all of Orlando; grandparents, Priscilla and James Taylor, of Gainesville, Fla., Angie Hall Anderson and Mary Riviera, of Orlando, Fla., Rachel Wilson, of Gainesville, Fla.; greatgrandmother, Willie Mae Bell, of Mims, Fla. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 29, 2010, in the HamlarCurtis Chapel with the Pastor Harry Miller officiating. Interment will be in Gainesville, Fla. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service. Friends may call on Monday for viewing at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to www.Hamlar-Curtis.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jun. 27, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Marcus Wilson

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joshua taylor

July 19, 2010

love ya nephew,im gonna call you tonite i have your number saved in my phone. i listen to your voice everynight. keep smileing down on me, i will see you again.i just want you back so bad cause my joy is gone u r a special person im following your footsteps here on earth.i lose sleep at night now you r gone. but i keep my head high thru this hard time because i know god has me and he wont put too much on me that i can bare. love ya marcus.

your Aunt Leseide Taylor

July 5, 2010

Marcus, I love you with all my heart and I miss you so much. Thank you for teaching me to love unconditionally and take nothing for granted. My heart is forever broken because it beats for my family and your beat can never be replaced.

Musheerah Shahid

July 5, 2010

To Mrs. Rachel Wilson and family our prayers goes out to you. So sorry for your loss.

Theresa Brasby-Gaither

July 3, 2010

Kimberly Taylor, we are praying for you and your family in your time of loss.

Alvin, Theresa, Deion and Isaiah
"The Gaither's"

July 2, 2010

Marvin & Lorena,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. My prayers are with you all...
Much Love Cuz,
Lois Taylor & Family

Arthur Smith and Family

July 2, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Eric and Sarah Lee and Family

July 2, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Gracie Wilson

July 1, 2010

Lorena and Family my Thoughts and Prayers are with each of you during this extemely difficult time.

Curtis & Teresa Howell

June 29, 2010

Lorena and Family, We are keeping you in our prayers.

Megan Flora

June 29, 2010

Marcus- my "big brother"- it's crazy to think that I just talked to you the night before in Walmart and now you're gone. I'm so glad I was given one last opportunity though. Now I know you're in a better place watching over us all. I miss you and can't wait to see you again one day! LOVE you.
Marvin, Lorena, Tyrrell, Brianna, and A'ron- I love you all more than you can imagine but I know there is nothing I could say to make anything better. God never gives you more than you can bear. Just know that I am always here for you all and so is the rest of your church family. We love you all dearly.

nique

June 29, 2010

to the family sorry for you lost.

Di Ann Sites

June 29, 2010

I will always remember the radiant smile that Marcus brought to class every day. He made me and many others very happy.

One day Marcus came in class as he always did....greeting everyone, doing the hand shakes and hugs. I gave him a few minutes to settle down. I asked Marcus finally to get to work. His response made me laugh so hard. He said, "Ms. Sites, if I get my work done then I can't be in your class anymore. I don't want to leave...I'm going to stay in here all year." And, he did!

He was a precious soul. My condolences to the family, but know that Marcus touched many, many lives.

Tamesha Womack

June 29, 2010

I didn't get to know you very long but the months we did, you made my stay in roanoke fun and enjoying.When something was going on you helped me to not worry...You will be missed.and my prayers goes out to the family.
Tamesha Womack

Rick Sheets

June 29, 2010

Lorena and Marvin, Tara and I send our condelescences. We are sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in our prayers.

George Gobble

June 29, 2010

Marvin,Lorena and Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
George and Thelma Gobble

Fabiola Aurelien

June 29, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest condolences are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Shannon Andrews

June 28, 2010

dang marcus i cant believe that your gone. We became friends through Forest Park Academy..& im glad we did. It seems like it was just yesterday that me and you were talking about our past and we couldnt wait until graduation..we were so excited!! I remember we used to geek in our classes together as you sang out loud and Mr. Wimbush would bust you out and we would all laugh about it.You always had a smile on your face no matter WHAT. I will never forget you and you will always be in my heart and forever missed. Save me a spot up there Florida. love you man!

MARTHA WILSON DURR

June 28, 2010

MARVIN, LORENA, AND FAMILY, STAY STRONG AND PLEASE KNOW THAT MARCUS WILL LIVE ON IN ALL OF OUR HEARTS ALWAYS.

Connie Anderson

June 28, 2010

God bless you Marcus, I'm going to miss your smiling face and joking around in my office. To Marcus' parents, I pray to God for you to find comfort and strength in only the way God can provide.
God knows best,

alex Taylor

June 28, 2010

Praying God Strenghtens our Family in This Sad Time..Love Yall Alot...Uncle Alexander Taylor

Monica

June 28, 2010

your son was a great guy. he always kept a smile on everyones face. We alway had the best times in class at forest park. Im very sorry for your lose! He will be missed greatly.

DAVATTE KING

June 28, 2010

LORENA,I AM LOST FOR WORDS,I JUST SEEN MARCUS,JOKING AROUND WITH HIM IN YOUR LIVINGROOM.IF THERE WERE ANYTHING TO DO TO EASE YOUR PAIN I WOULD, COUSIN I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW I LOVE U DEARLY,STAY SRONG,AND I AM HERE FOR YOU ALWAYS.

Latonia Whorley

June 28, 2010

Lorena, Marvin and family,
Marcus...is truly missed! He always called me his second-mom. What a joyful person he was all the time.

LaTonia and Jamar

aisha davis

June 28, 2010

aww florida i cant belive your gone im sorry for what i said to u i didnt mean it i never thought i would have to apologize like dis rip u will be missed and keep that smile like always

Amanda Battle

June 28, 2010

to the mother and father of a good classmate of {forest park 20ten} : i am so sorry to hear about your lost.. and may god be with you and your family at this time. Marcus will 4ever be missed.

Tatiana Fraction

June 28, 2010

Florida i love you so much. I can't believe your gone... i had just spoked to you and now i wish so much that i would have told you how much i love you. now its to late.. i love you florida and i will always miss u it will be tatted right on my heart. the fun we had and al the memories Love you bae
your friend Tatiana

Sarah Grubb

June 28, 2010

Lorena,
I wish I could offer you some words of comfort to help you through the loss of your son. You are a strong woman, Lorena, and I know you will be the one who holds your family together, but, please remember to take care of yourself.
I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. (Philip 4.12-13).
May God bless you and give you peace.
Sarah Grubb

Lisa Levisy

June 28, 2010

Lorena, Marvin and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Marcus always brightened up the day with the positive energy he generated just by walking in the room. May God comfort you in knowing you will see him again in Eternity, and that he will always be remembered for the wonderful young man that made everyone's day better with his smiles and laughter. Deepest sympathy and Prayers.

Ty'Ron (Pedro) Fluellen

June 28, 2010

Dear Marcus,
You always treated me as a big brother. Truly there when I needed you. Just wanted to say thanks to you. Gone in person but always in my heart

Lashon Teel

June 28, 2010

Omg!!! I can't believe "Florida" is gone, he was just sitting on my porch in "LT", asking for some of my SweetTea which he loved...My thoughts & prayers are with you always, missing your presence on Blaney Street.

joshua taylor

June 28, 2010

love ya fam. god needed you sooner than we thought,hey i know da family has nothing to worry bout we have our gaurdian angel looking over us.welcome home marcus, ur home with jesus. love ya.

Rena Worthen

June 28, 2010

My deepest Sympathy in this sad time.

Aletha S. Bolden

June 28, 2010

A light, a leader, a likable young man...GONE TOO SOON. My deepest sympathy to Lorena, Marvin and Family. I pray for peace and understanding and understanding of that peace... May God continue to Bless and keep you, may your memories comfort you.

ROBERT HILL

June 28, 2010

Your Advance-Auto Family is always here to support you during this time of sorrow...anything you need don't hesitate to ask..you and your family will be in our prayers..GOD BLESS

June 28, 2010

Marvin and Lorena,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Ken & Shelene Divers

roy waldron

June 28, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Leo Johnson

June 27, 2010

Lorena and Marvin, may God comfort you and your family in this time of your loss. May He give you the strenght you need at this time. Our prayers are with you

Marie Taylor

June 27, 2010

Love You Lil Cousin, You are Missed So Much...Lorena and Marvin..Gods Got This!!

Malinda Cooper

June 27, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

sharon latimer

June 27, 2010

May God bless the Wilson's and the Taylor family. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Words can not take away this unfortunate sad time. Believe that God is with you, he will be your strength and your comforter. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.

June 27, 2010

Lorena, Marvin and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. All of my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Mary Mancuso (Valrico, FL)

Robert and Molly Watson

June 27, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Sue & Rad Thomas

June 27, 2010

Dear Lorena and Family,
We are sending our heartfelt and deepest sympathy to you and your family. We have thought about you constantly since we heard about this very sad news. We are saddened by your great loss. Please know that we send you our warmest and kindest feelings at this difficult time. Love you.

Sonja Hancock Nance

June 27, 2010

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

Michael, Melissa, Keily & Caleb Wilson

June 27, 2010

They are no words. Marcus is now safe in the arms of Jesus. Skylar welcomed him into Heaven with open arms and love in her heart. Just know we are praying for you all. Lorena, Marvin and rest of family we share a bond that we wish we didn't. We are here for all you(day/night). God has brought us into each other's lives for such a time as this. Trust in the Lord with all your heart lean not on your own understanding in all your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your path. (Proverbs). God will be your strong tower and we will be as well. We love you. God Bless!!!

Sheree Payne

June 27, 2010

I am truely sorry that marcus has been called home at age 19. He always kept a smile on his face and kept our friends entertained. He had a very happy spirit. My condolences goes out to the Wilson family. Marcus aka Florida will live on in our hearts. Its crazy we just graduated together and the next time i will see you we will be with our Father who art in Heaven. i love you marcus u will never be forgotten. Say hey to JonAnthony for me. Class of 2010 baby!!!

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