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Abdul Rahaman Obituary
1939 - 2020
Abdul Rahaman Jr. age 80, died Wednesday (July 29, 2020). Graduate of Columbus East High School. He serve for many years as an elder in the Hilltop Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. A 41 year retiree from The Ohio State University. Preceded in death by parents Abdul Sr. and Mary Rahaman, sisters Sarah Pointer, twins Nadjia and Edris Rahaman, 1 grandchild and 1 great grandchild. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Charlene, sons Kevin (Melody) and Edris (Toni), daughters Valina "Dee" (Michael) LaPaugh and Ina (Dana) Crumpler. 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Sisters Catherine McMullen and Ramona Banks. Several neices and nephews as well as many very close friends. Services to be held via Zoom on Saturday August 15 at 2:30PM.Brother Steve Casa officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to https://donate.jw.org and select "Donate to Worldwide Work". Digital condolences may be sent to [email protected].
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Cathy Randy Briggs
July 27, 2022
We all miss you. We are so looking forward to seeing you in paradise.
Love your Brother and Sister in the faith.
Cathy Briggs
July 27, 2021
I remember how Abdul followed our family to help us move to Texas he was always willing to help. Our daughter just loved him. Abdul always made her laugh.See you in paradise brother. We miss you.
Larry & Edith Binford
August 14, 2020
Brother Rahaman was an inspiration for us all! He encouraged me with my studies and ultimate dedication to Jehovah. May Jehovah embrace and hold the family tight during this time!
Anne Saulsbery
August 10, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Nikki Smith
August 5, 2020
Im so sorry to hear of the passing of Brother Rahaman. He was truly loved by many. In all the years I’d known him, he never aged. My wishes of comfort for the Rahaman family. All my love, Nikki (Smith) Busby
cathy Briggs
August 4, 2020
We loved him and we will miss him. Love Brother and sister Briggs
Charles Berry
August 4, 2020
1 of My spiritual Fathers❣ A wonderful steadfast, hard working, dedicated Brother who would give you the shirt off his bacK. He dedicated his life to Jehovah & caring for his loved ones To k ow him was to ❤ him! We can’t wait to see you soon Pops❣
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