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Tonya LaKeisha "Keisha" Hilliard

Tonya Hilliard Obituary

HILLIARD Mrs. Tonya LaKeisha "Keisha" Hilliard, 35, passed away on Saturday, September 15, 2007. Keisha was a native of Jacksonville, FL. She is survived by her husband, Benager Douglas; son, Dejuan Mitchell; daughter, KeiYanna Douglas; mother Barbara Lemon; grandmother, Mary Davis; sisters, Paris Wiggins (Hugh), Marquita Lewis, Teresa Collins, Nanette Snead; brothers, Clarence Perkins, Jr., Bernard Stokes, Jr.; five aunts, six great-aunts; one sister-in-law; two brothers-in-law; a devoted niece, Latriecse Gaynor; and, aunt Darlene Palmer (Kenneth); as well as devoted friends/cousins, Johndaylan Mobley and Ondaria Waters. The family will receive friends for the visitation on Friday, September 21, 2007 from 5-8PM at His Image Ministries (next door to the Funeral Home). A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, September 22, 2007 at 11AM at the New Life Evangelistic Center, 8040 Lone Star Rd.; Bishop A.C. Richardson will be officiating. Interment will follow in Restlawn Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Elder Funeral Home, 1527-29 Cesery Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32211, 904-762-0088. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Sep. 20, 2007.

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Towanda(Shon) and Family,Ms.Mae and Terry

September 28, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the family..Keep your head up...Remember God is good all the time and now he has another angel to look over his flock..Keisha I am going to miss you we had some good times..You are loved by so many..All the suffering is done you are pain-free now..Family remember keep God in your heart..Love

Paris Wiggins

September 27, 2007

My dearest sister, I miss you so much. words could'nt express the way I feel. I pray every night asking God to give me strength.to make it through these hard times. I know god don't make any mistakes.
one day I will see you again.
love always your sister!

Marva Charise Rodgers Hilliard

September 27, 2007

To the family of T. Keisha Hilliard:

Today, my heart is saddened to learn that my little play sister has passed away. Although we haven't seen each other or have been in each other's presence for more than 20 years, I often thought about her and Ms. Barbara and wonder where they lived.

Words cannot express the void that you must feel at this time. Know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.

May God continue to strengthen and keep you.

Barbara lLemon

September 23, 2007

My dearly belove daughter, You are in Jesus arms now and I am happy for you .Baby it is hardy to live than to die .Tonya you are my daughter and your footprint will never leave my heart. I love you but God loves you best. The lord took you on home to sleep but he gave me two more part of you , your children So you are still with me at all times But aways k nows mommy loves you but God loves you more So sleep on my love and I will see you when I make my exits love you Barbara Lemon

Norma Thomas

September 23, 2007

GOD is the author and finisher of all. Keisha now rest in the arms of GOD. She will be missed in the physical relm but loved always in the spritual. Remember she still LIVES!!!

DeeDee Richter

September 23, 2007

Marquita,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May God grant you peace and comfort.

Sincerely,
Ms. DeeDee (I was your Dance teacher at Brentwood Girls, Inc.)

MRS. TEE

September 23, 2007

MY PRAYERS GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU. ONCE AGAIN YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE...

FONDA LAMAR

September 21, 2007

I HAVE'NT SEEN YOU IN MONTHS BUT MY LOVE FOR YOU IS STILL THE SAME I WILL TRULY MISS YOU AND YOUR (SMILE}

September 21, 2007

Smokey,

In times like these we need to know that we have a friend that will be with us through difficult times. A friend that can dry away all our tears and ease the pain in our hearts. "Oh what a friend we have in Jesus." Be encouraged and may the Lord wrap his loving arms around you and your entire family and give you the strength and power to stand. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kim and Markia Harris

Tabitha Walker

September 21, 2007

Been knowing you a while. God has called he knows u best. rest in piece Kesha god bless. love Tabitha, Niecy, Shawntina, Notchie and family all prayers goes out to you Smokie love ya cuz.

Sherri Davis

September 21, 2007

My prayers are with your family. I hate to hear of the passing of your loved one may God give you peace and understanding.

CHELSIE

September 20, 2007

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

Regina Clark

September 20, 2007

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

September 20, 2007

May god bless you and your family.

Tara Arnold (Stanley's daughter)

Tarsha, Bo, Te'-Te', and Mista

September 20, 2007

Smokie our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.

mary cole

September 20, 2007

smokey and family,
Our hearts are with you and your
family.Remember that to every thing
there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. God
said "Keisha" no more suffering ,
let you works praise you into the
gates of heaven.


Ms. mary, Mike's mother

Klanese Smith

September 20, 2007

Hello smokey this is Nese. Remember God makes no mistakes,and stay in prayer. If you havn't already get to know God for your self he is the only one that can see u through. To the kids rememeber no matter what your mom loves you and wants only the best for the both of u so please don't let her death stop u from being the best that u can be, do it for Keisha if not for your selves I love all of u and may God bless each and everyone of u.

L Turner

September 20, 2007

Mary Davis & Family,
Tanya was a childhood friend whom we have known since she was 4 years of age. We share many fond memories and are deeply saddened to know that she has passed away. May you and the family gain strength during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Lavonne Turner , Lorita Davis,& Lorraine Williams & Family

ondria waters (tuta)

September 20, 2007

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.

Cleo Vining

September 20, 2007

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea. Psalm 46:1-2

We are praying for the Hillard family.

Love,

Aunt Cleo
(Bernard's aunt)

Elder Ernest and Mrs. Cleo Vining

ondria waters

September 20, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

ROLAND AND LATASHIA BELL

September 20, 2007

TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, YOUR PRESENT WILL BE MISS. YOUR FAMILY HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPTHANY MY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL AND MAY GOD KEEP YOU. WE WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN OUR PRAYERS. WITH LOVE MR&MRS.ROLAND AND LATASHIA BELL.

LaTonia Flynn

September 20, 2007

Remember that your loss is shared by many friends who care and that you're in our thoughts and hearts and in our every prayer. May you find the courage to face tomorrow
in the love that surrounds us today. May GOD bless you and your family. Kiesha you will always be in my heart. Tonia Flynn and family

Jhondalyn Mobley

September 20, 2007

Benager (Smokey), Dejuan (Duke), Keiyanna (Ke-Ke). Remember "God" is to wise to make any mistakes, and too just to do any wrong. So be strong, hold your heads up for "God" giveth and he taketh. Keisha time here on this side has expired. But "NEVER" from your "HEARTS". Remember all the joyous times, the smiles she brought upon your faces, but most of all, remember the "FAITHFUL" love she shared among her love ones.

Love Ya 4 ever & always

Tony, Toi, Mookie Baby, and Ladybug

Darlene&Kenneth Palmer

September 20, 2007

TO OUR FAMILIES:May God Bless and comfort you all at this time and for always. Look to the Lord where all your help comes from with Deepest Sympathy.AUNT:DARLENE Stokes PALMER

shanda westmoreland

September 20, 2007

Keisha "pancake", you will be so missed by your friends and family. I enjoyed talking to you on the phone last month and your were in such good spirit. You gave life all you had and now you can rest. I will continue to pray for Duke and KeKe, so the Lord may keep them in their times of need. I love you and will miss your smile, and sense of humor. My condolences to the family in their time of need.

joseph (BUSTER) smith

September 20, 2007

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

yvette watson

September 20, 2007

hey keisha i hate to see you leave baby but you have no more suffering and no more pain you are in a better place i been gone for a while and have not seen you in a while but my prayers were always with you to mrs. barbara hold on mama and remember the times you all had together duke and ke-ke ya mama loved you more than life itself she is in a better place now keeep ya heads up and remember she will never have to suffer again love always vett

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