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Memories and Condolences
for Calvin Mars
latonya thompson
August 13, 2006
To the Mars& Johnson family,
I knew Stinker very well, he was like a father to me. When I heard of his passing it instantly brought tears to my eyes,but one thing I know is that he is in a much better place now. Stinker has accomplished the biggest goal of all time and that is having eternal life.
love you always
Latonya Thompson
Evang. Janice R. Johnson-Scott
July 28, 2006
To the Family of Calvin Mars...It is hard to understand when we lose a loved one but we must realize that God knows best. I extend to each of you my heartfelt sympathy. Calvin and I attended Beach together. He will be missed and remembered!!!
Sharon Bright-Kidd
July 25, 2006
Dear Johnson Family, i just heard about Stinker passing. You all have my deepest sympathy. Remember he is not dead,he is resting in the arms of the Lord. When you feel sad always think of Stinker and his sense of humor and how he made everybody laugh. His Classmate and old Neighbor.
Eeleanor Smith
July 25, 2006
Sorry for your loss
LaJoel (lil Joe) Rouse
July 25, 2006
TO the Johnson family, I remember when stinka use to play his horn while i played my fist horn wanting to be like him when i was young. But now he is in a better place, no more pain where every day is like sunday. I pray that God give you strength in you time of need. Gog Bless. Love always
Bubba Mattox
July 22, 2006
First off, my condolences go out to each of you with the Calvin Mars' family. The lord did a wonderful job passing the instrumental gift to him which in turn inspired others to play like him including myself. I can only smile because the lord now has his lead horn player in his band!
Latonya,Thein Thompson
July 22, 2006
To the Mars and Johnson Families. May the Grace of God watch over you and protect you during this time of sorrow.
Dr. Sylathea Prescott-Hutchins, Wesley and St. Mamie Prescott
July 22, 2006
To the Johnson & Mars Families:
We will never forget Calvin's music in the House of Prayer. Those memories will live on eternally. Our prayers are with you.
Elder G. A. Rucker
July 21, 2006
My prayers are with the Mars family. May you draw strength from the powers of the lord.We will all gather on that great day.
Craig Wilcox
July 21, 2006
Our prayers are with you.
Eld/Sis Wilcox, St. M. Wilcox
Tish Williams
July 21, 2006
TO: LOIS AND FAMILY,I HAVEN'T HAD A CHANCE TO GET BY YOUR HOUSE,BUT DO KNOW THAT YOU ARE AND WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY PRAYERS.STINKER WILL BE MISSED DEEPLY BY MYSELF AND MY MOM.HIS LIFE WAS NOT LIVED IN VAIN,HE USE TO ALWAYS TELL ME "LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST NEICE"AND THATS EXACTLY WHAT I INTEND TO DO.STINKER I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU BUT NEVER WILL I FORGET WHAT AN HONEST MAN YOU WERE.KNOW THAT YOUR AUNTIE(DEBRA) AND NEICE (TISH) WILL ALWAYS HOLD A SPOT IN OUR HEARTS 4 U.REST IN PEACE UNCLE.
Dorene Mosley and Khari Mincey
July 21, 2006
Our prayers are with the Johnson and Mars family during this time of bereavement. May God continue to bless your family.
Dorene and Khari
July 21, 2006
Our prayers are with the Johnson and Mars family during this time of bereavement.
Rogenia Savage
July 21, 2006
Dianna and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know that this is a most difficult time for you and your family, but just know that GOD will carry you through these most trying times as you prepare to walk the last mile of the way with you loved one.
Cheryl Tilley-Bost
July 21, 2006
Calvin and I grew up together on 47th Street and attended Beach High School together. I remember the days we played on Cann Park. Stinker was very funny and enjoyed having fun. He will be missed, but to you the family, he has gone to be with the Lord and He will give you the strengthen needed to go on until you meet him again on the other side. My prayers are with you during your time of bereavement.
Cheryl Tilley-Bost
(Atlanta, Georgia)
Willie Prescott, Jr.
July 20, 2006
We have been friends since what seems to be the beginning of time in and around the House of Prayer.
How deeply you will be missed.
The sound of your horn,that wide smile,hardy handshake, and always a kind word to follow. Those Saints gone on will welcome you home to the sound of that sweet trombone
and what a time that is sure to be.
My family and I will miss you.
Willie Prescott Jr. & Family
Columbus, Georgia
Willie Tukes
July 20, 2006
My deepest condolences to the family of my classmate, may God be with you at this time of sorrow.
Cynthia Robertson
July 20, 2006
Elaine,
I knew I recognized this name and I had to express my sincere condolences. I know how close you and Calvin were and I hope you are placing your faith in your higher power for he knows best. Tell your son to be strong and just pray about it. It was really good to run into you last year even though a sad occasion. I hope it's ok that I addressed you here; I know you two were good friends. He was one of the nicest people; always pleasant. If I wasn't going to be out of town, I would surely pay my respects. I don't know the family, but God Bless all of you too!
Your friend for life!
Cynthia (Brown Eyes)
MARIA WACTOR
July 19, 2006
MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF BEREAVEMENT. WE WILL MISS CAVLIN (STINKER) DEARLY BUT HE IS SAFE IN THE ARMS GOD. I PRAYER TO GOD THROUGH SWEET DADDY MADISON THAT HE WILL GIVE YOU ALL PEACE. LOVE YOU MARIA (GAIL)WACTOR
april / lakisha watkins
July 19, 2006
I remember stinker since I was a little girl he was like an uncle to me and my sister we grew up with his kids my dad and stinker were like brothers and we will always love and miss him.
april watkins
July 19, 2006
Me and my sister will always remember you and love you
Chanell Brown (Howard)
July 19, 2006
My prayers and thougths are with you during this time of sorrow. Continue to stay around the Holy Mountain.
Elder Juani Thomas & Family
July 19, 2006
"Cadalac Mars" as I first met Calvin, was more than an inspiration in many of our lives. It was he who lead me to play the tromebone that saved my life. He always had an encouraging word for me - even when I wanted otherwise. God in truly building the right Shout Band in Heaven.
JOAN HORNE-PRIESTER
July 19, 2006
TO DELORES, POP AND DIANE: LOOK TO GOD FOR STRENGTH AND PRAYER HE WILL SEE YOU THRU THIS. AS YOU ALL KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE THAN WE ARE. WELL MRS. DEE YOU DON'T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT STINKER ANYMORE HE IS SAFELY IN THE ARMS OF OUR LORD. ME, J.R. AND ANDRISS SEND YOU ALL OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS. WE WILL SEE YOU GUYS THIS WEEKEND WHEN J.R. ARRIVES.LOVE YOUR FAMILY JOAN, FRED JR. AND ANDRISS
Jesse and Janice Watkins
July 19, 2006
To the Mars and Johnson Families:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
"The angel of the Lord encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them. O taste and see that the Lord is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him." Psalm 34:7-8
"Judge not, that ye be not judged." St. Matthew 7:1
As God is making up his orchestra and preparing for Jesus' return, he needed another seasoned trombone player to prepare for the Great Day Shout.
Wayne & Vernell Mills
July 18, 2006
To the Johnson and Mars family,
our prayers are with you in your time of bereavement. Calvin was a friend and will be miss.
Coralyn G. Collins
July 18, 2006
My thoughts & prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow.May the GOD of Sweet Daddy Madison Bless & Kept you always."Much Love"
David King
July 18, 2006
To the Johnson and Mars Families:
We extend our sincere condolences during this time of bereavement. Calvin will be truly missed by all that knew him and by all that witnessed the melodious sounds of his trombone.
Our Prayers are with you,
Elder David L. King & Family
Herman Riley, Jr.
July 18, 2006
We offer our deepest condolences on your loss. Mars meant a lot to all of us and we know that he played one spiritual lead trombone. Now he can take his position in God's heavenly band. What a time they will have over there!
Love Herman Jr.(HA), Felecia and Herman III
LESIA SINGLETON
July 18, 2006
MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS.
Barbara Marse/Williams
July 18, 2006
Lois, I don't know what to say. Calvin was my cousin, but he was your son and I don't know what it feels like to lose a child. I can pray that God continue to strengthen you, each day, as you go through this tough time that is upon you. My heart is heavy right now because I loved Calvin. I am so glad I got to talk with him before God took him on to glory. I praise God for that. Stay strong.
Sakinah
July 18, 2006
I will like to give out my condolences to the bereave family of Stinker. May the lord keep you all tight in his loving arms.
Elder Kenneth Keye and Family
July 18, 2006
Calvin will be missed by all but the memories will last FOREVER. May God comfort you in your time of Sorrow.
Hila Roberts
July 18, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May the Lord strengtnen you and hopefully your memories of Stinker will bring you comfort. Call on the Lord and he will provide you with all you need to get through this most difficult time in your life.
Hila J. Roberts and Carolyn Roberts Williams
MARY WILLIAMS BANKS
July 18, 2006
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL IN YOUR TIME OF SORROR.
THE WILLIAMS SISTERS.
MARY,O'LETHIA,JACKIE, CARLOTTA, AND LAFAWN
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