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CHATMAN Master Devine Artis "Da Da" WHITE Master Zyeri Lamont "China Man" Master Devine Artis Chatman, age 11, and Master Zyeri Lamont White, age 6, both of Toledo, Ohio, passed away Monday, October 20, 2008. Devine was a 6th grade student at Harvard Elementary School. He played football for the Mid City Colts. Zyeri was a kindergarten student at Harvard Elementary School. He played soccer and was a boy scout and a student of karate. Devine is lovingly survived by his mother, Yolanda Chatman; father, David Null; brothers, DeLuv Chatman and Anthony and Antwan Shaw; sisters, Quavonne Porter and Maquelle Chatman; grandmother, Mrs. Barbara Chatman; special niece, Quaja Butler; and a host of loving aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, classmates, and kind friends. Zyeri is lovingly survived by his mother, Quavonne V. Porter; father, Eric L. White Sr.; brothers, Eric L. Jr. and Jeremiah White; sisters, Quaja Butler and Ericka L. White; grandmother, Yolanda Chatman; grandfathers, Jerry Shaw, Billy Ray Porter, and Pastor Seaborn White Sr.; and a host of loving aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, classmates, and kind friends. Joint Funeral Services will be 12 Noon Saturday, October 25, 2008 with Wake Services preceding at 11 a.m. from First Church of God, 3016 Collingwood Blvd. Dr. Robert A. Culp, Pastor. Reverend Jenkins, Officiant. Interment Historic Woodlawn Cemetery. The C. Brown Funeral Home, Inc., Directors (419-255-7682). www.cbrownfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Blade on Oct. 23, 2008.

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Cheryl & Audrey (Harvard Family)

November 4, 2008

Our hearts go out to the family of these two wonderful children. We can only hope they are 'Two Little Angels' in heaven. They will always be a rememberance for us to not take life for granted.

Anonymous

November 1, 2008

I just lost a young family member to a tragic accident and understand your pain and loss,
my sincerest condolences

La Keesha Taylor

October 28, 2008

My deepest condolences to the WHITE n CHATMAN family my prayers are with your family. I am a friend of Ms. Porter and GOD will undertake for her N her Mom as well as the whole family and friends in this time of need and anyone that these two ANGELS paths may have crossed while GOD blessed us with thier presence. When their are one set of footprints in the sand know he carries us and I know He is carries your family right now .


MAY GOD BLESS N CARRY U AT THIS TIME.

WITH LOVE

Kay Pugh

October 27, 2008

So sorry to hear of your losses. Those children are precious angels now watching over each and every one of your family members and friends. My heart aches for all of you even though I do not know you, I will keep you in my prayers.
A Loving Mother in Northwood, Ohio

from a family of toled

October 27, 2008

to the chatman and white family. I don't know your family personaly but i can only imagine what you are going through. My heart goes out to your family and you all are in our prayers. from a family in toledo ohio

PEGGY JONES

October 27, 2008

TO THE WHITE AND CHATMAN FAMILIES,YOU ARE IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS,AND GOD BLESS YOU AND BE WITH YOU ALL.

FROM PEGGY AND THE JONES FAMILY...

Jamar, Tish, Frederick, and DeMaria

October 27, 2008

To the families of Devine & Zyeri,
We were so sad to hear of this tragedy. We knew this children and know how they touched many lives. They are resting now and watching over us. Q, and Quaja the Lord is with you and you will recover. Q, we know that this will be hard to understand, but you are a WORSHIPER and you know what God can do!! You also know that he had a better plan for Da-Da and China-man. We love you!!

Joe Zapiecki

October 26, 2008

We'll all miss you Devine & Zyeri.We had some good times kid

V Nofziger

October 25, 2008

Devine I know so many people miss you and I hope you will put a good word for us up there in heaven. Forever in peace may you sleep. I send you my prayers.

KIM & Curtis Johnson

October 25, 2008

My Deepest Sympathy To your family in your time of sorrow. My son was on the football team with Devine and was so surprise of his passing on the news. You have our sympathy. And we are praying for the mother and the sister to pull thru.

Larry Turner

October 25, 2008

Eric White and family, May the lord be with you and your family in this time of loss. Me and my family offer our condolences to you and your family

Kay

October 25, 2008

We will always remember Zyeri and his energetic, smiling personality. The Harvard family is here for you in this time of need and in the future. All our sympathies to your family in this time of loss.

Curtis, Adonte, & JoAnna Clark

October 25, 2008

We would like to extend symathy to your entire family. You are our prayers and thoughts.

Patreece Applewhite

October 24, 2008

To the family of Zyeri and Devine

We, Sonya and Patreece, the workers from Black Hairitage Salon send our love and prayers.

God Bless

Patreece Applewhite

October 24, 2008

To the family of Zyeri and Devine;

This is one of the times that words are hard to express when we lose the ones we love. So, our prayers is that God cover you with His comforting spirit and peace. God bless and keep you'll, in Jesus name Amen.

From Patreece, UnJanae', Israel & Anta'naysia

Kay

October 24, 2008

The Harvard parents, teachers and students are here for you in this time of great loss. I will always remember Devine and his great smile, sense of humor, and his winning way with people of all ages. He was a joy to have as a student.

Kody M

October 24, 2008

Hey devine and zyeri ....Devine we had some good times i will never forget you both stii cant beleve you r gone

Tracey Stewart

October 24, 2008

TO THE ENTIRE CHATMAN AND WHITE FAMILY : Words will never begin to express how deeply sadden I was hear of this loss. My heart and prayers will be with you, and those beautiful boys always.

Henderson Family

October 24, 2008

Gods ways are so much Higher then our ways, His thoughts are higher then our thoughts, Although I don't understand what happen. He is the True mender of a broken heart. I'm speaking from experience over 2years ago. There's no pain like loseing a child (brother/ son).
My Heart is with you.

My Prayers are with the Family. I pray God Comforts you during this time. I know Devine & Zyeri are with God. I pray for a Full Recovery for Quavonne & Quaja in the days to come.. God is still Good No matter what the situation looks like. In Painful Moments,Trust God.

A Havard Mom

October 24, 2008

My heart aches just knowing that this happended to these little angels. I cannot even begin to imagine the pain and loss you feel. These little angels will be remembered and I will be praying for everyone who loved them

Mehkaya and Mehki Smith and Family

October 24, 2008

May god bless you and your family in this terrible time. Just know that "Da Da" and "China Man" ( as they were known to the Smith twins )  are in a better place and will be greatly missed by all.

letcher ( pooh) jones

October 24, 2008

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

Charlotte L. Hills

October 24, 2008

To the White/Chatman family those children were like family to me I spent plenty of special moments with both children & at times like this you wish you could have had just a little more time. I'm in tears just thinking of them. They will be truly missed. My prayers and condolence to every family member. May God Keep you in this time of sorrow.

The Autman Family

October 24, 2008

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

Becki Anderson

October 24, 2008

Grace and Family I've been praying for you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Pearl Harris

October 24, 2008

Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Matt. 5:4.
I just heard of your loss and offer my deepest sympathy. Please know that I, along with others, are praying that God give you peace in this difficult time. You can still trust Him. Love, Sis. Pearl

Keesha James

October 24, 2008

To Eric White and family: I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you. God is near to the brokenhearted.

Keesha Manning James and Family

The Meeks Family from Avondale

October 24, 2008

May God Bless you and your family. You and yourfamily will be in our prayers. And to "Big E" stay strong! They are in a better place.

Bonner and Hood Family

October 24, 2008

To the families of Zyeri and Devine,

With heartfelt condolences for your loss of children. No words can really comfort you. Our deepest prayers and wishes are always with you.

Daisy and family Grier

October 24, 2008

This has been a terrible loss for our family. We know our little angels are in Heaven and they will be missed.Our condolences goes out to the Chatmants and the White families.

Linda Elaine Watson

October 24, 2008

My prayers and thoughts are with you. Remember God is a good God and that he makes no mistakes. Lean and depend on him and he will see you throuhg even when you believe it to pe impossible he will make it possible.
Sincerely,

Carole Shaw-Scott

October 23, 2008

To the White and Chatman families:
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.

Mid City Spartan Parent

October 23, 2008

May God Bless the families during this very difficult time. God has a plan for all of us. Trust and believe that he is going to take care of these babies.

ANN DUNCAN

October 23, 2008

VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS, MY GRANDSON WENT TO THE SAME SCHOOL LAST YR, WE ALL WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN OUR PRAYERS
THEY WERE CUTE LITTLE BOYS AND IM SURE GOD WILL TAKE GOOD CARE OF THEM UNTIL YOU MEET AGAIN. GOD BLESS YOU ALL

M.Zeller (Joelle Thacker)

October 23, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Please remember that your Harvard family will always be there for you. Please don't hesitate to reach out! You were and always will be a good friend Devine!

Tami Zahn

October 23, 2008

To the Family of Devine and Zyeri, Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. The boys were so loved at Harvard. I tutored Zyeri. He was so kind. Devine went to Kids Club with my son. He was always so helpful and had a smile ready for everyone!
They will be missed!!

Megan Ross

October 23, 2008

Devine, i love you so much kid.
im never gonna ferget you kidd.?

Joseph Kynard

October 23, 2008

I would like to send my condolences and my prayers to the family and hope everyone will get through this tradegy

Lisa Bain

October 23, 2008

My heart was so saddened when I heard about the accident. I was the secretary at Nathan Hale when Devine was a student there. When he smiled his eyes sparkled. There is nothing anyone can say or do to ease the pain you are feeling. Prayer and faith are the only things that will get you through the toughest time in your life. Just remember you have a lot of people praying for you. Miss Lisa

Janis Zimmerman

October 23, 2008

God will bless and strengthen your hearts during this time. His peace be with you

Jacquel McCadney

October 23, 2008

My deepest prayers go out to Quavonne and family on your losses. Keep trust in God, He will show you the way always.

Keshia Witcher

October 23, 2008

God can heal and he will deliver you from this hurt and pain. Please take comfort in knowing that being healed from your hurt and pain, does not mean forgetting those you lost. Trust God in all things and He shall strengthen your heart.

In the name of Jesus.

Sincerely,
Mrs. Keshia Witcher

Rita Brown-ellis

October 23, 2008

To the White and Chatman families my prayers and with you now and always!!! Our family lost a child this past summer no words seem to help, but know you loved them but God loved them best !!!!

Antoinette LaShawn Gover

October 23, 2008

We would like to extend symathy to your entire family. You are our prayers and thoughts.

The entire "Avondale family"

Demetria Watkins

October 23, 2008

My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with your families. May God bless and keep you

Sharon Graham

October 23, 2008

I am praying for the Family. It hurts my heart to hear of this tragic. The two babies are GOD's little ANGELS now. I am so sorry, and you all have my deepest sympathy.
The children will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone who loved them.
May GOD's peace surround all of you.

carla

October 23, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Oregon Mom

October 23, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss, I pray that god helps you in you time of sorrow. I will keep you and your family in my prayes

Regina Traynham

October 23, 2008

To the families of Zyeri and Devine,

There are no words that a parent can express to another parent if you have never experienced the death of your own child. But in this time of great sorrow, I pray that God will give you much comfort and strength.
Peace in knowing that Zyeri and Devine will be together forever and ever is a wonderful feeling. Devine loved playing football and he played for the Mid City Colts football team, #83. He will always be remembered for his wonderful smile and determination.

Parents of the Mid City Colts.

buck family

October 23, 2008

my thoughts and prayers are with your family in this hard time of sorrow

Coach Greg

October 23, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May the Lord bless you in these difficult times.

Christine (Gladys) Brunner

October 23, 2008

My Dear Family...Quavonne...Pookie, Trust in the Lord with ALL thine heart; and lean NOT INTO YOUR OWN understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge HIM, and HE shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:5-6.
Please don't let this allow you to stray from God but only get closer to Him, for only He and He alone can bring each of you/each of us through such a tragedy.
For He shall give his angels charge over you to keep you in all your ways! Psalms 91:11

October 23, 2008

What beautiful boys they were, you are in my thoughts and prayers...



The Spangler family

The Ries Family

October 23, 2008

So sorry for your tragic loss of 2 small children,I do not know your family but I am praying for you, that God will help see you through this terrible time. May God Bless You All, and keep you in sight's. May they Rest In Peace

Lucille Gillard

October 23, 2008

To the Chatman and White Families: I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of your young loved ones. May God keep you and give you the strength in your time of need and sorrow.

October 23, 2008

THEY ARE WITH GOD AND FOR THEM ALL IS WELL.

A Harvard School Family

October 23, 2008

so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful boys.

Jessica

October 23, 2008

To Grace and Family-
Keeping you in our prayers at home. I'm sorry this had happen.

Victor Ramsey II

October 23, 2008

Our love and continued prayers go out to the family.

jill reed

October 23, 2008

You do not know who I am, but I am praying for the family in this time of grief. May God be with you all!

Dorine Smith/Mosley

October 23, 2008

May God keep you all in this time of need, Big E we love you and will continue to pray for you and your entire family.

Keep the Faith.

Your Avondale Family

October 23, 2008

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Anna Krug ,Davetti Krug and famly

October 23, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Darryl Gover

October 23, 2008

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

Ann Gover and family

October 23, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Leslie Henriquez

October 23, 2008

Please accept our deepest condolences from Helping Hands for Learning Tutoring.We all have fond memories of the time Devine spent with us in tutoring and are deeply saddened. He spoke so lovingly of his grandmother and mother in his rides to and from tutoring. We will keep all of you in our prayers.

jamie youssef

October 23, 2008

To the family,

I am so sorry. You are in our prayers every day. The kids at school miss Devine and Zyeri so much. Our school will forever have wonderful memories of these children. Devine was in my class and I think of how he made me laugh every day. Please be well and remember that they are little angels in heaven now.

I love you all!

Jamie Youssef (Devine's teacher)

Joyce Stubblefield

October 23, 2008

It broke my heart to learn of the tragic death of your two young men. I cannot imagine how you must be feeling . Please know that the thoughts and prayers of myself and most Toledoeans are with you.May God Bless You. and give you all the strength and power that you need.

tina addie-reynolds

October 23, 2008

may God Please Bless this family. dont even what too say ,keep on praying. the Addie= Reynolds family

Ann Ashlock

October 23, 2008

So sorry for the loss of your 2 little ones. God Bless Your Family.

Carol

October 23, 2008

I want to express my sympathy to the family of these two beautiful children of God. I keep thinking to myself that God must be out of 'Angels' because He just received 2 more after getting one last week because of a school bus accident. Your boys are in a much better world than we will ever experience. They are in the hands of God, Our Father and they were blessed to be on this earth to have all the relatives and friends they made. May God comfort all of you during this time of your loss and I hope the other child and mother are doing much better.

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