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David Ishmael Obituary
Minister David Ishmael, was a beloved husband, father, mentor, and friend. He went home to be with the Lord on Mon., Nov. 17, 2014, at the age of 66 years old. He was born Aug. 5, 1948, in Pensacola, FL.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Cary and Rosia Ishmael. He leaves to cherish his memories, his beloved wife, Ida; two daughters, Kimberly Byas (Anthony), Beaufort, SC, and Kristen Elise Ishmael, Pensacola, FL.; one granddaughter, LaTrease Pusha; two sisters, Callie (Robert) Bryant, Dallas, TX, and Nelia Finney, Jamaica Queens, NY; one uncle, Bulith Gould, one aunt, KittySue Gould, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Viewing will be held Fri. from 12p.m.-9p.m. at Joe Morris Funeral Home, and on Sat. at Zion Hope Primitive Baptist Church from 10a.m.-11a.m. Services will be held Sat., Nov. 22, 2014. at 11a.m. at the church with Rev. Rochester Dean officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Ishmael
Elise McGuire
November 15, 2021
To the family...I knew David as one of the best, most supportive co-worker ever! His actions and soft spoken ways was known throughout the command. He was truly called by the Lord into ministry. He is missed but never forgotten.
November 25, 2014
Ida and family, so sorry to read of David's passing. My prayer is that your precious memories will help calm the pain. Marva Stanton
Johnnie Mae Ross-Stockton
November 24, 2014
Ida, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. I pray God will strengthen you and your family as you all go though this difficult time. Just remember Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. Be strong in the Lord.
Deecee Haslett
November 24, 2014
Ida & family,
I had the pleasure of occasionally working with David for several years at Saufley Field. He made my day better whenever I encountered his infectious smile & gentle spirit. I consider it a blessing to have known him. Although the world has lost a tremendous man, heaven has gained a wonderful saint. May faith, hope & love be your strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Keitha Duncan
November 24, 2014
Dear Ida, I am so sad to hear of David's passing. You and Kristen are in my prayers. Praying that you will feel the Comforter's loving arms around you, and that you will draw strength from Him to carry on each new day.
November 23, 2014
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Praying that God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. Rose DeVoll
Thelma Roby
November 23, 2014
Ida and family of David Ishmael, I hope you find some comfort in knowing that David walked the talk that he preached. He was one of the most carrying and respectful and respectable young men I have ever had the opportunity to meet. I also work for the government and our paths had the opportunity to cross. He loved his God and his family and he practiced what he preached. My prayers are with you all during this trying time but I know a God who is able to wash away all tears. God bless you and your family
Ramona J. Wright
November 22, 2014
Ida, I am deeply sorry for the loss of your husband, David. May the Father hold you and your family in His comforting arms and give you peace.
Nancy Killough
November 22, 2014
Dear Ida & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of David's passing. Your loss is great and your grief overwhelming, but God's promises are ever faithful and true. May you find comfort in His love and peace in the memories of a life well-lived.
-Nancy Killough
Donald Somerville, Sr.
November 22, 2014
RIP
Class of 1965
November 22, 2014
He reflected the "Ideal" light and characteristics of a brother and Neighbor. The Family has our highest condolences & Prayers. Pastor Myles E. Bryant & Family. ( Mark 3:35 )
Pamela Boykin-Blackmon
November 21, 2014
Cousin David! You really will be miss your smile and happiness you shown always love you...
Cousin Pamela Boykin-Blackmon
Sherial Gould-McCants
November 21, 2014
Ida may the God of all comfort be with you and your Family at this very difficult time. We love you and we are here for you.
Marie and Henry Giles
November 21, 2014
It is with a veryy heart that I share my sincere condolences with David's loving family. He will definitely be sorely missed. I cannot express how much the world has lost with his passing. For The Family, please accept this poem that may express how I perceive this time in your lives:
God's Will
If there was any other way
Your dear one would still be here
To comfort you and care for you
And calm all of your fears.
But God has put a will in place
Neither you nor I can change.
He also makes us strong enough
To suffer through hurt and pain.
Remember all the times you‘ve shared
And let that comfort you.
Think of what your loved one would
Have wanted you to do.
It may seem now the time you had
Was too short to comprehend.
You wonder why it had to be
Such a quick and sudden end.
But keep your trust and faith in God
And know that He is near.
Just like your loved-one‘s spirit
Which you will always hold dear.
Roosevelt Rich
November 21, 2014
Earth has know sorrow that heaven can,t heal.God is still in control.To the Ishmael Family,God will get you through this.God Bless.Pastor TR RICH.
Chris Vinson
November 21, 2014
I'm saddened to hear of Ish's passing. The world is a little gloomier with his absence.
He was easy to like, loved a good joke and, in good-natured verbal jousting, gave as good as he got.
In all the time I worked around Ish, I never heard anything bad said about him. He was a fine man and my life has
been made better by having known him.
Rest In Peace my friend!
Brenda McCreary
November 21, 2014
It is with heartfelt sadness that I extend condolences to Ida and children of David Ishmael. I will truly miss the words of wisdom and the words of God that David has shared with me during the many years that I have known him. The one thing that should give you comfort is knowing where David is "Resting in the arms of Jesus". I thank God for his life and the legacy that he has left behind. The world is a better place because of the God that shown bright through his life. I will surely miss you. Well done servant. Now go and take your rest.
Jeffrey Lee
November 21, 2014
I met David in 1989 my first day at work. He was a great guy and always had a smile on his face. He was always saying "It's going to be alright". I'll always remember his kindness and those simple words of wisdom that can have so many layers of meaning. We were all blessed to have known him and I hope this brings some comfort to his beloved family.
November 21, 2014
Ida,
I know you will miss David so much. I will always remember and appreciate the comfort David brought to Steve in his last days. David was such a good and Godly man.
With Sympathy, Karen Mattox
Gina Shoffner
November 21, 2014
Ish always had a smile on his face, he never met a stranger. He will truly be missed. My sympathies to his family.
David Kneut
November 21, 2014
The Kneut Family wishes to express is deepest sympathy with the loss of David. I have never met a more positive individual. He loved life and was always willing to provide great advise, friendship and quite often a laugh or two. Our prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time.
Tracy Smith
November 21, 2014
David was an inspiration to all who met him. He never met a stranger. I'll always remember his smile and laugh. We will cherish the time we spent with him and rejoice in knowing that he is smiling down from His Kingdom. We'll miss you David!
Anita Schmitt
November 21, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that your faith and your sweet memories will sustain you and your entire family through these very difficult times.
Peg David
November 21, 2014
David always had a smile and quiet presence about him and would always stop and chat when you crossed his path during the work day. Prayers to his family and know he's smiling down on you always.
Matthew and Levadie Townsend
November 20, 2014
We will miss David Ishmael (Ish). Ish was more than a co-worker or friend. He was family and a great example of faithfulness to all. David always had a big smile on his face. I can only image how big his smile is now that he has moved from labor to reward. We will miss you from this earth realm. But, we praise God for the life you lived, the love, joy, kindness and hope you shared with everyone you met.
We are praying for you family that God will give you his peace that surpasses all understanding. Psalms 27:13 says I would have fainted unless I had believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. It is our prayer that even during this difficult time that God will still empower you to see His Goodness.
Love and Prayers,
Carol Pepper
November 20, 2014
Such a good man; such a great loss.
Sharon Shields
November 20, 2014
I really loved David. He was always so upbeat and smiling. He will be sorely missed.
Gene Hasty
November 20, 2014
David's smile was infectious. We'll miss that smile until we see him again face to face.
Fusako Bowling
November 20, 2014
David was the most given person I know.
Loving memory of a wonderful person.
November 20, 2014
God in His infinite wisdom has seen fit to move from our midst a very special friend. Our loss is certainly heaven's gain. David will be missed but never forgotten. The family is in our prayers. Elise T. McGuire, Navy College Office Pensacola -
Kermit Baker
November 20, 2014
It was an absolute pleasure and joy being a colleague of David's (Saufley Field).
Please accept my most heart-felt condolences in the passing of your loved one.l
Barbara Johnson
November 20, 2014
David was such a caring person. He will be truly missed. My deepest sympathy to the Ishmael family. v/r
Terri & Micah
November 20, 2014
You were truly one of those rare human beings that anyone who knew you was better for it. You will be dearly missed.
November 20, 2014
To the Ishmael Family:
May all of you be strengthened at this time. We traveled many paths together and we were blessed considerably along the way. May he rest in peace and may you all cherish the loving memories and challenges you faced together in this earthly life.
Willa and Derek Smith
Laurine Anderson
November 20, 2014
Great guy who is with our Lord. We'll see you on the 'up' side. Love you Ron and Laurine Anderson
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