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Obituary For Rev. Dr. Johnny Lee Ceasar

Durham, NC

Rev. Dr. Johnny Lee Ceasar, 66, husband of Haretha L. Rhodes Ceasar, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at his residence, 1716 Southpoint Crossng Drive, Durham, NC. He was born April 9, 1956 in Gable, SC, a son of the late Marshall Ceasar, Sr. and Louise Scott Ceasar.

Public Viewing will be held from 4:00 PM til 6:00 PM Wednesday April 27, 2022 at Hayes F. Sr. Memorial Chapel, 114 N Church St. Manning, SC

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday April 28, 2022 at Melina Presbyterian Church, 3539 Black River Road, Gable, SC. Rev. Samuel L. Sparks,Pastor; Rev. Dr. Larry Hill, Supply Pastor, Officiating; Rev.Dr.Cornelilus E. Battle,Sr., Eugolgist; Rev. Kirton J. Lashley amd Ms. Mary A.Ceasar, assisting. Burial will follow in the churchyard cemetery.

Guest Book

To Sis. Haretha Ceasar and Family, we extend our sincerest condolences and prayers. May God continue to cover you with comfort and peace. Yours in Christ, Bro. Ronnie and Deacon Helen McPhatter Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church Durham, NC

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To the family of my brother from another mother, I am sending my comfort and condolences too all of you. Rev. Ceaser was one of a kind never saw him upset he care for all. The children at Trinity Church although they are no longer kids he was always their for them. I will truly miss you my brother but you are at home with the Lord. REST IN THE ARMS Of THE LORD. Sarah Oliver an Sons Christopher,Marcus.

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To my other family, I'm saddened to hear of his passing. He was my pastor at one time, my friend and my buddy, always had a joke to make you laugh. I know he loved the Lord and always had a kind word, oh yeah did I mention that he could preach. Love him and his sweet family. Bertha Burke.

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Our family was saddened to hear of Rev Ceasar's passing yesterday.He officiated the wedding ceremony of our oldest son in New York more than 25 years ago.He was a friend of my late husband and supporter of our family foundation for 20 years. He and his wife traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin to attend fundraisers for college scholarships: including college fairs and luncheons offered through The Spann Foundation. He was kind and encouraging to the students and their families. We will miss his humble spirit, wide smile and genuine concern for others. He will be missed. To Mrs Ceasar and Trevor, you have our deepest sympathy and prayers.God is our refuge and strength, a very pleasant help in trouble. Psalm 46:1 Dr. Wilma Spann CEO/Founder Spann Foundation and family.

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My deepest condolences to Haretha and the entire Ceasar Family on the loss of your loved one. Psalms 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. May you find strength, courage and peace during this difficult time. Your cousin, Linda Ruth Cooper

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To the family of Rev. Ceasar, I would like to express our heartfelt sympathy. Rev. Ceasar will always be remembered by the James family. He was very helpful to Rev. James during his illness. May God continue to comfort your family. With our deepest sympathy Jade James and Sons

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JOHN 6:47 Very truly, I tell you, whoever believes has eternal life. One sad thing about death is that it steals our loved one away. However, death does not have the victory over my beloved brother and bestest friend, Johnny L. Ceasar because the word of God says, "Very truly, I tell you, whoever believes has eternal life". As sad as this moment is I must reassure Haretha and Trevor and all Rev. Ceasar's friends and family that even though he has been taken away from us in death he HAS eternal life. He BELIEVED that life should be enjoyed to the fullest. He never gave up on living. God was his option. In his final days on earth he reminded us to trust and obey God as he called a few select friends and family to do something the Holy Spirit instructed him to do: "PRAY". We did pray and it was not days afterwards that he was called to eternal peace. Rest In Peace my brother and may that Peace of God bring comfort to all your loved ones. Nefertiti and Kirton Lashley, with KJ, Cherkira, Kahlil and Kara Lashley.

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Love Sis. Kimberly Graham the last message is from me.

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My deepest condolences to the family. Blessings and prayers 👍💞❤️❤️❤️. He was a great blessed man of God. A blessing to have known him and his wife. My love and prayers.

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Our condolences to the family love Mr and Mrs Frank Washington.

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Sis Ceasar,Trevor,and the Ceasar Family. God only came and claimed what was rightfully His. May God continue to give you comfort and peace. Dr. Ceasar laid foundations and planted many seeds, in which were increased via the Holy Spirit. His humble spirit will always be among us. Your Sister, MJ and the Mouzon Family. EHpA

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To the Ceasar family, We are blessed to have met him and thankful Ebenezer MBC was in God's plan during Rev. Ceasar's life journey. Our prayers are with you during this time of bereavement. Bro. Artis & Min. Georgia Lockhart

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Dear Sis. Ceasar and family, May God's infinite love and healing be with you at this time. You are in our prayers now and always. Fond memories of Rev. Ceasar will always be in our hearts. With love, Annie and Tracy McNeil (apart of your EMBC family)

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Sincere Sympathy and Prayers are extended to the Entire Family, on behalf of the Walker Gamble High School Alumni Association. May God grant you Peace, Blessings and Acceptance of His Will!

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My condolences. To Mrs Ceasar, Trevor and the entire Ceasar Family Rev Ceasar was truly a man of God he will be missed Elnaurice Williams (cookie)

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Our sincere condolences to Mrs. Ceasar, Trevor and the Ceasar family. May God comfort you all at this difficult time. Hortense Shand family

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My condolences to the family. Rev. Caesar is a blessing. He's sitting next to mom and sharing stories! Blessings. Mark O'Riley

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My condolences to the family. Rev. Caesar is a blessing. He's sitting next to mom and sharing stories! Blessings. Mark O'Riley

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My condolences to the family of Rev Dr. Johnny Ceasar.

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To the Ceasar family: Rev. Ceasar was such a great influence to me as a young boy at Trinity UMC. I remember him taking us to the movies and piling us in his car. I also fondly remember confirmation class and he took the time to answer questions I had about the Holy Spirit. I am who I am today because of him and so many other men who poured into me. God bless his soul. Dwight Collings and Family.

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"But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ." Ephesians 2:13. in thanksgiving for a life well lived in the service of Almighty God. To Sis. Haretha and Trevor, may you find comfort in knowing that many of the saints are lifting you in prayer during this season of grief and loss. Johnny's smile, laughter, and affable spirit, will long be remembered. By Grace alone. Cecil and Carrol Stone and the Springfield Gardens United Methodist Church family.

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To the Family: Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. May you find comfort in your knowledge of life ever after. He loved my grandmother, his Aunt Eulear and made an effort to see her whenever he visited South Carolina. I remember that he was always smiling and was appreciative of whatever was done for him. A humble man of God! Continued Prayers! Love, Cousins Joanne and Pat and family, New York

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Cousin Haretha, We are truly sadden to hear of the passing of your husband. May the Lord comfort and give you and your family peace during this time and in the days ahead. We love you. David & Syndia (Walker) Moultrie

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To the family of Reverend Johnny L Ceasar and Mrs Haretha Rhodes Ceasar my condolences for the lost of your love one. Please remember that God is our refuge and strength. Ms. Claudia Yvonne White-McCoade and family.

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To: Mrs. Haretha Caesar, Trevor Caesar and the entire Caesar Family: you have the condolences and sympathies of the Haigler Family at the very sudden and untimely passing of our shining light and gleaning example of Christ in the flesh. Rev. Johnny L. Caesar was a wise and loving Pastor, a very conscientious and caring Christian man, and a philanthropic and thoughtful friend.I thoroughly enjoyed our Pulpit exchanges and church fellowships and praise and worship together. At the time of my own Parents' passing, he was an encouraging source of strength and inspiration. Rev. Caesar was a friend indeed and he will be greatly missed but eternally appreciated. May he rest well in the Lord as he moves from labor to reward and may you his family and friends be consoled in the Lord's Everlasting Arms. Done in Sorrow, Rev. And Mrs. George and Renessta Keola Haigler and the Haigler Family

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To: Mrs. Haretha Caesar, Trevor Caesar and the entire Caesar Family: you have the condolences and sympathies of the Haigler Family at the very sudden and untimely passing of our shining light and gleaning example of Christ in the flesh. Rev. Johnny L. Caesar was a wise and loving Pastor, a very conscientious and caring Christian man, and a philanthropic and thoughtful friend.I thoroughly enjoyed our Pulpit exchanges and church fellowships and praise and worship together. At the time of my own Parents' passing, he was an encouraging source of strength and inspiration. Rev. Caesar was a friend indeed and he will be greatly missed but eternally appreciated. May he rest well in the Lord as he moves from labor to reward and may you his family and friends be consoled in the Lord's Everlasting Arms. Done in Sorrow, Rev. And Mrs. George and Renessta Keola Haigler and the Haigler Family

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My condolences to the family and friends of Rev. Johnny Ceasar. Thank you for being one of the pastors at Vanderveer Park UMC. A beautiful soul and a great person who gone too soon. May his soul Rest In Peace. Respectfully, Judith Douglas-Lorde

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To the family of Reverend Johnny L Ceasar my sincere condolences goes out to you at this I'm in a disbelief, yet, knowing that God is to justice to do wrong and to wisely to make a mistake. Family hold on to God's unchanging and to each others. It gonna be alright Love Carrie L and the McFadden family

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Rev. Dr. Johnny Ceasar will be fondly and respectfully remembered by my family. He was a gracious and kind person. His faithful ministry in the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church was effective and appreciated by his colleagues and congregations he served.He was much loved by all. On behalf of one of his former congregations, St. Stephen's United Methodist Church of Marble Hill, Bronx, NY, I offer heartfelt love and condolences to Mrs Ceasar and son. My God continue to comfort and bless you. Rev. Dr. Hermon L. Darden Jr. and family.

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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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