Vann Funeral Home | Marianna, FL

Obituary For Darold A. Pope

Mr. Darold Pope, of Marianna, Florida transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Monday, March 14, 2022, at his residence in Marianna, Florida.

Memorial Celebration of Life service will be held graveside on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at 12:00 Noon from the cemetery of Bethlehem African Methodist Episcopal Church located at 3100 Lovewood Road in Cottondale, Florida.

Memorialization by cremation.

A public viewing will be held on Friday, March 25, 2022, from 5:00 P. M. to 7:00 P. M. from the chapel of Vann Funeral Home.

Center for Disease Control (CDC) Guidance will be followed for social distancing and wearing of masks for everyone’s safety during the viewing and the funeral service.

Mr. Pope leaves to celebrate a life of lasting love and memories, a loving and devoted family:

Three Children: Megale (Hector) Pope-Rivera of Lynn Haven, Florida; Teajwar Pope of Marianna, Florida and Kemille (Maurice) Wolfe of Macon, Florida

Six Brothers: Vernester (Irene) Pope and Vinson Pope both of Cottondale, Florida; Stevey (Christine) Pope Sr. and Ben Pope both of Dothan, Alabama; Terry Spires of Ft. Myers, Florida and Rayfield Spires of Californa

And a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and many loving friends.

Guest Book

Man,I didn't learn of his passing for almost a month.....it saddens me and my wife with the passing of another Great ASC Ram....We were at Ralph's homegoing celebration together and he did the eulogy and he joked about how I would Rock de house(Club Hazard)....We and Ralph would put together big tyme Parties for Homecoming and then some...Fun times by all and a true and dedicated friend that will be missed...Heaven has gotten another Angel from the ASC family to keep the Party going,Much Love from Sandy and Dusty Driskell (De De Dus,"De Mmmmm mmmm Dus")

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Our deepest sympathy to the Pope family Evelyn Bellamy and William Rollack and families of Jackson county fl and New Jersey.

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Coach Pope Thank you for the endless motivation you instilled in me as a man and pushing me to my potential on the basketball court and in life..Thank you for seeing the diamond in the rough and taking us on college recuiting visits..I will miss you Coach...always loved. Duriel Russ

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My deepest sympathy to the family. Darold was a one-of-a-kind man and will be missed by all who knew him. Julie Meinhardt

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Take your Rest. You will be missed. I met you upon my arrival at Albany State in January 1976. Our prayers and condolences to the the family. Gwen (Arthur) Moore

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I am truly sad to hear of Darold's passing. He was a dear friend and classmate of mine at Cottondale High School. He had so many talents, especially athletic abilities, but I will always feel Darold's best talent was his ability to make you feel valued and always left you either laughing or having a big smile on your face. I will carry many memories of Darold and his infectious smile. Go rest high Darold, you will definitely be missed my friend. Vickie Dilmore Hall Class of 1975

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My deepest condolences on the loss of a great brother and college roommate. I know from our many conversation that all is well with you. May the memories of a true light continue in all of us. I believe our God and Lord Jesus have received you with opened arm. To your family my heart is breaking for you'll. I'm praying for each of you and hoping you'll find some comfort in one another and the Lord Jesus, Ours Lord. I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. With much Love. Camilla Flash as Darold would say with a smile.

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An all around great guy. Albany State Ram

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My deepest condolences to the Pope family. Darold was one of a kind, once you met him you never forgot him. Homecoming will definitely be different without you there. Rest easy friend...Karen Cotton, Albany State College💙💛

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A true fighter! My condolences to the family. Cindy R Moses

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Our condolences to the Pope Family. May God's strength, comfort, and peace be with you all. Charles and Clara Solomon - Albany State Alumni

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Hey DAP this is a hard one but the majority of our memories always consisted of laughs! We were the very best of friends for many years! We shared a lot of things in common which made us great friends. We shared the good and not so good but never sadness. Thank you for making me laugh and laughing at my crazy jokes. I will miss you my friend but keep laughing- and I will see you in that next life! Rest my friend 🙏🏽

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Condolences with love and prayers to the Pope Family and love ones. Gone are the days...but not the memories. Love you Family!

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Condolences with love and prayers to the Pope Family and love ones. Gone are the days...but not the memories. Love you Family!

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Coach- Thank you for your inspiration and teachings. You will be forever missed. -Reginald Burney

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I will truly miss you my brother. I thank God for allowing us to cross paths. April Newsome Clayton

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Hey dad. I miss you like crazy. It amazes me the kind of strength you possessed, both mentally and physically. You were and continue to be My Greatest American Hero. My Iron Man. Although I shed a tear, my heart does not weep. Our talks don't end because I can't hear your baritone symphony of wisdom and encouragement. You always told me to look for the signs and landmarks, so that's what I'll do- look for your signs. I love you until forever and a day. Your daughter, Megale

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I will miss those private messages and conversations family. Rest well.👑❤️😭 Nathan Pope II

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I miss you so much! I love you Darold! Latoya K.

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Words are hard to find when you look around and someone you have known your entire life goes from time to eternity. Our parents were friends/family, We grow up in the same church - got baptized together; you played sports - I was a cheerleader; we were high school classmates "Cottondale High School Home of the Hornets" - we graduated together. We both left to go away to school but always managed to stay in touch. We'd see each other when I'd come home. You introduced me when I spoke for Women's Day at our home church Bethlehem A.M.E. There are so many wonderful memories, I'd hope there would be more - But God decided that it was time for you to go from time to eternity. I will miss your laughter, that smile that lite up a room; the hug whenever we saw each other and our conversation that could last for hours as we'd catch up. I will miss - Darold - rest well - I'll see you again - when I get home.

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Sending my love and condolences to the Pope family love Jacklyn Gardner and family love you always

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Coach Pope - You will be missed by so many. You, inspired many young men in Jackson County by encouraging them to set and achieve goals. We loved when GHS and CHS played each other in basketball, because it was exciting to see you enter the gym in your stylish, well pressed, sharp suit, and your on-point curly hair. Dear Black Man, rest well, no more suffering, RIP!!!

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ASU /ASC will not be the same with out you, Heavy will be glad to see you,Smitty and the crowd have a Warm welcome for you.....No Doubt

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HOMECOMING WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU. YOU WERE ALWAYS ON THE "YARD" Never aged so I Always knew you... Peace Be Still.

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I loved to laugh, You and the football Team did a good job with that. DARK glasses on campus your trademark, you looked the jock part. And always gave us A hoot in 101 math in Ram nation.... Rest Well Ramnation

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My condolences and prayers are with the Pope Family and Friends. Albany State University Family (Former Albany State) College/Golden Rams

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My condolences and prayers to the Pope Family and Friends. Albany State University (Former Albany State College)

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Rest well Darold, you will never be forgotten by your Albany State College family.

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Today my love it seems surreal and you are a true legend and left your legacy everywhere you abided. Love you forever Pamalisa 2009

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Darold we met by fate and I gained an instant friend. You are that kind of person. Never met a stranger. I only knew you for a short time but that is all it took for me to love the wonderful person that you are. I will never forget the stories you shared with me and the songs you sung to me. I will miss you my dear friend but I have comfort in know that I will see you again. Regina Hamilton/Jacksonville, FL

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God has called you home my friend ! Rest In Peace In Heaven Darold ! Golden Rams Forever !

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You will always be in my heart, I will miss you. My condolences to the family. Theresa Green Rochester , New York

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To the family of Darold Pope mere words can never express the love that I have for Darold. Darold and I met 42 years ago o the campus of Albany State College. Darold and I and along with the late Ralph Morris decided to rent a house and as a result we developed a bond for life. Darold was in our wedding on his birthday July 22nd. May God Grant each of you His Perfect Peace.

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My heart is in pieces and what holds true is the last moments with you and how you reminded me how much you loved me. The legacy you left will live on forever. Love you forever Pamela

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Words can not express the hurt and shock that I am feeling. You left without saying goodbye. I will truly miss you and our talks. Take your rest until we meet again. I love you always.

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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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