J.E. Washington Funeral Services, Inc. - Youngstown

Obituary For Mrs. Donitta Jean Anderson

Youngstown A homegoing celebration in honor of Mrs. Donitta Jean Anderson (Gater), will be held Friday at 1pm at J.E. Washington Funeral Home, 2234 Glenwood Ave in Youngstown, OH. Mrs. Anderson,68, who was loving known as Jeannie was granted access to God's heavenly kingdom September 15, 2021. Jeannie was the shining light in every room she entered, making everyone feel her welcoming and loving soul. Born on October 28, 1952 in Youngstown, OH to loving parents George Gater Jr and Bernice T. Gater (Cunningham) both from Alabama. On August 25,1973 she started the most beautiful love journey with her soulmate and husband R.D. Anderson Jr. Jeannie was a loyal and faithful servant of God. Beginning her path at St.Paul AME, Mt. Zion Baptist Church, where she was baptized and married. She also attended Greater Ebenezer Baptist Church, St. James AME Church, and St. Andrews AME Church. She was apart of different programs including; the chior, usher board, Sunday School boards, and advid missionary member. Which she founded the Save Our Soles back to school giveaway. While over the years she held many work positions, starting as a teenager. Which include; fast food, department/ retail stores, selling insurance, and retiring in the daycare field from Kiddie Daycare & Preschool. She enjoyed planning events, watching movies, old westerns, shopping , trying new restaurants, and traveling. Jeannie's greatest joys was her family. She leaves to carry on her memories; her husband of 48 years, five children: Rachelle (Rodney) Tucker {Jacksonville, FL}, Daryl Anderson Sr {Pittsburgh,Pa}, Summar Anderson(William) Slaughter Sr {Cleveland, OH}, Danielle Anderson and Sierra Anderson {Cincinnati, OH}. One daughter-n-love Rochelle Barlow { Dallas, Tx}. Eight grandchildren: Brittany Tucker, Jailen Anderson-Jennings, Daryl Anderson Jr, Raykwan Anderson, Mar'Quel Anderson, William Slaughter Jr, Tyheim Slaughter and Messiah Slaughter. Four great-grandchildren: Jhai'Lee Jennings, Jayceon Anderson, MiKayla Anderson, and Layla Anderson. Five godchildren; Kiasjia Barlow, Lauren Anderson, Rey'Ven Anderson, DeQuan Forte-Marsico, and Derrick Williams Jr. Including a host of family, friends and love ones. Welcoming her to her new home; her parents, brother Daryl Gater,Grandmothers: Glady McCain, Mamie Gater; Grandfathers: William Cunningham, Moses McClain and George Gater Sr, Grandson Khiman Anderson, Daughter-n-Law Anissa M. Anderson, Aunts: Louise Cunningham, Margert Lewis and Willa Fears. The family will receive friends Friday from 12-1pm at the funeral home. The Repast will be at The Saxon Club located at 710 S Meridian Rd, Youngstown, OH 44509

Guest Book

Dear Family, My Thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find peace and comfort in the fund memories of your loved one. My Sincerest Condolences To all. Love, Mamie Gater and Family, Birmingham, Alabama

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My love and condolences to the family

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Offering heartfelt condolences and encouragement during your time of bereavement; I know there are no words to explain or contain your loss but know that our earthly loss is heaven's gain. "For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." 2 Corinthians 5:1 Please know that you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Min. Olympia Scott-Feagins & Family

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You were a joy. Always smiling and loved your family with everything in you. You will be truly missed. I love you forever

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As the days continue to pass, I hope you find comfort and support in the people that surround you and the wonderful memories you carry in your mind and in your heart. With Deepest Sympathy, Tesha Gater & Family Greensboro, AL

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Dear family,l am sorry for your loss.l song with your mother in choir at Greater Ebenezer for many years.She had a great voice,Jeannie my sister Ernestine,and l loved singing together in harmony.l last saw her at Marc's and she reminded me that she remembered her promise for us to gave lunch.lt didn't happen girl,but we e will see one another again,and we around heaven all day.l am sad today,but go on and get your crown Carolyn Gregory Richardson

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