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Obituary For Deotha Marshall Felton

Deotha Felton was born on May 22, 1927, to James and Essie Marshall and resided in Eastman, Georgia with her three siblings. A few years later, they moved to Ocilla, Georgia where she grew up and completed the 11th grade. On May 24, 1944, Deotha was united in Holy Matrimony to the love of her life, Hilman Felton. In 1946, she gave birth to her first born, a bouncing baby girl, Mary Ann. To that union, three more children were added, Lorraine, Danny and Delphine during their stay in Ocilla, Georgia. Hilman wanted the best for his family; so, he enlisted in the Navy and was later station to the Naval Base in Ft. Pierce, FL. Once settled, Hilman, affectionally known as “Doc,” relocated his wife and their four children to Ft. Pierce, FL. While there, the family continued to grow. In fact, she gave birth to four more children: June, Herman, Brenda and Dorthea. Then in 1965, the course of her life would be forever changed; at the age of 38, she became a widower and was tasked with raising her eight children alone. She took her responsibility serious. As a matter of fact, she was viewed as a drill sergeant by her children; her home became a military based. They were given real chores and responsibilities; teamwork was expected and modeled through her explicit instruction and examples. Deotha knew the power of Proverbs 22:6, train up a child in the way he should go… She also knew the value of education, integrity and hard work. Knowing this, fueled her determination to engrain these core values in her children because she wanted them to be self-sufficient and independent.

Proverbs 22:6 – Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. Moma “Dee,” lived by this scripture.

Raising her family alone drew her closer to God. She made it her mission in life to instill strong christian values in her children through attending church regularly and involving them in every church activity available to youth. Deotha was preceded in death by her loving husband: Hilman “Doc” Felton; parents: James and Essie Marshall, sister Ardelia Emerson, and brother John Henry Marshall.

Though we celebrate a life well lived, the list of those who will miss her whispers of laughter, wittiness, long phone conversations, home cooked meals and love for all includes her children, Mary Ann Smith, Lorriane Pierre, Delphine Malcolm (Jeptha), Danny Felton (Barbara), Herman Felton (Barbara) Brenda Robinson (Eddie), Dorthea Oatts; grandchildren, Jannifer Thompson, Dontae Blackstone, Kenol Pierre, LaCobe Felton, Kendall Byrd, LaTrelle Felton, Donique Felton, Courtney Felton (Sarah) Danny Felton Jr. (Benneshea), Rishawn Felton, LaKesha Felton, Curtesa Vanderpool (Jason), Chelsea Arnett, Marlo Moore (Lennis), LaQuanna Timothy (Gary), Ava Felton, Aaron Felton, Deonta Felton, Na’Shanti Lindsey (Sean), Hope Felton, Moya Reynolds, Tanya Malcolm, Alicia Malcolm one sister, Catherine Neal, Host of great grands, nieces, nephews cousins and sorrowing friends. Special cousins/nieces: Ella Mae Campbell, Margie Leonard, Linda Taylor, Sandra Turner, Rosetta Marsh, Ophelia Felton Best friends: Bernice Presley, Mary (Red) Lee, Minnie Lee Morgan, Sarah Robinson and Sandra Jefferson.

Public visitation for Deotha Marshall Felton will take place on Friday, September 10, 2021 from 5:00pm-6:00pm which will be followed by a Wake Service at Greater Mount Pleasant Primitive Baptist Church in Fort Pierce, FL. Funeral services will convene on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Greater Mount Pleasant Primitive Baptist Church in Fort Pierce, FL beginning at 11:00am. Burial will immediately follow in Pine Grove Cemetery.

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Guest Book

😭😭😭😭 I need you grandma , please please come talk to me please😭😭😭

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My sincere condolences to the family. I was Mrs "D" homemaker for almost 2 years. She was the sweetest lady. I was looking forward to seeing her each week. Missing so her so much...My thoughts and prayers are with the family...Sleep In Peace 🕊💜🙏🏾

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Praying for the family during this time. Love The Plants.

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My sincere condolences to Dorthea Oatts and the Felton family. May God provide peace and strength during this bereft season.

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May the Lord continue to bless you as you go through this very difficult time. 🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽

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To our Sister Dorothea Oatts and Family: May the peace of GOD rule your hearts and may you find comfort in knowing that Believers are not buried, they are Planted! May the love of your Mother, Deotha Marshall Felton grow in your hearts like flowers in the spring. -With Deepest Sympathy and Love--Your Family Prayer Group: Letha, Elaine, Archie, Roger, Kim, Sharon, Savannah, LaMonte

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Dearest Dorothea and the Family of My Mama Dee: May GOD Keep You in Perfect Peace! and Mama Dee: Your Spirit is Felt and Cherished Eternally. - your Son-in-love Victor Oatts

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With deepest sympathy, rest in heaven Mrs. Felton.

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Mrs.Dee was a loving and kind woman always the same, we on Avenue O loved her and she will be greatly missed. She always made me laugh and was very blunt and honest which was appreciated. We love you sleep on Mrs. Dee take your rest we love but God love you best.

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Hello Angel of mines, Grandama Dee. I live and miss you so much. You are my Hero!!! When I was a little baby I was fighting for my life in the hospital in Fort Pierce. You stayed every single day and night with me, you wouldnt leave my bedside. I was a happy lil baby to have you right next to me, grandma you are my inspiration, my motivation to keep fighting in this Cold cold world. But one main important thing that you have taught me was to get to know God, I was in Sunday school every Sunday in church as long as You were able to make it there that day. I know God Dont make mistakes, and I pray that he don't make any reunite us back together again. 😭😭😭 grandma I miss and love you so so much... please come wipe my tears away and let me know that you're O, that your not suffering anymore, in no more pain. I listen to a few of your Voicemails you left on my answer machine🥰🥰. Please Grandma Dont leave my side please come talk to me. We love you, Marlo, Lennis, Rykia, Lamesha, and Ricky💖💖💖💖💝💝💝

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Grandma D! I wish I could've spent more time with you! I will definitely cherish the memories we do share! My kids and I love you very much! Rest well! ~Lakesha Felton & family

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Grandma I miss you but I know you are resting and now with your loved ones who transitioned before you. You gave us your best years and I am thankful to have had you as my great grandmother. Your "Old" man will have on his bow tie for you finally farewell. We love you so much! Until we meet again, rest well granny!!

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Lady Dee I love u so much u at peace now no more worries and no more pain u still my super woman

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Grand Ma Dee, You are my angel. You gave love, compassion and always a good laugh whenever you were around. You made sure that I knew who God was for myself by making sure I went to church every Sunday (especially Sunday school). I remeber yoi telling me that "A man living without God is just a man living" and I will forever cherish those memories. I live you forever fly high "MY Dee Girl"

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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