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Obituary For Willie “Randy” Randolph Pelham

Willie Randolph “Randy” Pelham, 71, of Flagler Estates peacefully transitioned at home on Sunday June 12th surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 15, 1951, to the late Arthur and Annie Mae Mills Pelham in Gainesville, Fla. He was educated in the Clay and Putnam County school system and graduated from Interlachen High school Class of 1969. He then entered active service with the United States Navy on March 17, 1970 and was honorably discharged on Jan 22, 1976. After his military service he attended the University of Fla and the University of Central Florida. Randy was employed by the Florida Department of Corrections for 26 years with most of this time at Tomoka Correctional Institution in Daytona Beach, Fla where he obtained the rank of Major. At an early age, he became a member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Melrose, Fla where he served faithfully. He was ordained a Deacon under the leadership of his beloved pastor, Rev. Alvin Oliver.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, James “Jim” Pelham, sister, Edna Pelham Perry and his beloved daughter Lashaundra Nicole Pelham.

In 1978, he met the love of his life, Deborah Hardy and together they raised five children. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his loving wife, Deborah Pelham of Hastings, Fla; children, son, Terrell Boyd (Easley SC); daughters, Randi (Jomo) Forbes, (Orlando, Fla), April Pelham (Tallahassee, Fla), Chastity Pelham (Orlando, Fla); grandchildren, Ari Michelle Dorsey and Ja’Mya Forbes (Tallahassee, Fla), Jaise and Jaiden Forbes (Orlando, Fla), Aspen Palmer Dinkins (Easley, SC). His granddog, Remy Pelham; brothers, Edgar Pelham (Albany, Ga), Solomon (Cassandra) Pelham (El Paso, Texas), Rev. Gregory (Valerie) Pelham Sr. (Alachua, Fla); sisters, Lettie Mae Anderson and Frances McGinnis (Melrose, Fla); mother-in-law, Mary Adkison Williams (Federal Point, Fla); father-in-law, William (Loretta) Hardy (Palatka, Fla); sisters-in-laws, Omia Pelham (El Paso, Tx), Flora (Isaac) Beauford (Federal Point, Fla), Cynthia Allen (Jacksonville, Fla), Pamela Brooks (Federal Point, Fla); brothers-in-laws, Gerald (Christine) Hardy, (Jacksonville, Fla), William Bernard Hardy (East Palatka, Fla), Kenneth Hardy (Hastings, Fla) and Marlon Hardy (Glen Burnie, MD), Lorenzo (Altheia) Holcy (Houston, Texas), Johnnie Holcy (Palatka, Fla); his lifelong best friend and brother, Jimmie (Gwen) Williams, (Gainesville, Fla); Godchildren, Kenneth Hardy Jr. (North Carolina) and Jakesha Prince (Palatka, Fla); A cherished friend and forever sister, Sandra Oliver Pelham. He also leaves a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

The Family will receive extended family and friends on Friday, June 17, 2022, St. Johns Missionary Baptist Church in Melrose, FL (540 County Rd 219) from 4:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. The Homegoing Celebration will be 1:00p.m. Saturday, June 18, 2022, The Lord’s Temple City of Refuge.

Guest Book

I ran across this obituary of Randy and I am heartbroken to know Debra lost the love of her life. Although it is two years later, you have my deepest sympathy and love. Sincerely, Marvella Clay.

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One of the BEST supervisors I had while working at TCI , RIP Major Pelham.🙏🏼

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My prayers are with family.Latasha Bennett

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Randy was a wonderful man and was well respected.Was an honor to be his friend.He will be missed.Condolences to his family. From Charles & Debra Stroh

- Charles Stroh

We will miss you Randy. You gave us a magnificient description of 'honor' and 'dedication.' Ron & Lynne McAndrew

- RONALD D MCANDREW

To: Randi and Family sorry for your loss, we hope that you feel surrounded by much love. From your island divas Shan, Shekiera, Shiree and Sasha.

- Shekiera Taylor

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It's with deep heartfelt sadness to learn of the passing of Major Willie "Randy" Pelham. He was the Chief of Security under my leadership at Putnam Correctional. He was an outstanding teacher and a person who demanded respect. He would be solely missed. My Condolences and Prayers to his lovely family.

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Uncle Randy will Truly be Missed! He was my favorite Uncle and the funniest of the brothers! Love With All My Heart, Jeremiah & Omia Pelham, Tony Walton and Tonya Twine.

- Jeremiah Pelham

This brings great sadness to my heart. Major Pelham was a delightful person to work with. Condolences to the family. May he rest in peace. Ruth Scherer

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My family sends our heartfelt prayers to the Pelham Family. Major Pelham was a wonderful boss and person in general. He always had a smile on his face and would do anything within his means for you. Continue to look toward the Lord for strength. Love, Catrecia Gilmore and Family

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Prayers for comfort to family.

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Rest In Peace Randy. Your light will continue to shine in our thoughts. Gone but never forgotten.

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From: Evelyn Cooper Bunnell, Fl

- Evelyn Cooper Holcy

To my Dearest friend Terrell and Family The Cheek Family sends there deepest sympathy,he is at piece and no more pain.may God send his comforting angels to you and your family. PAMELA CHEEK

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Sending thoughts and prayers! Major Pelham was a positive influence as I began my administrative career. Kind, informative, and always willing to assist. Carolyn DeVore

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Condolences to the family.MJ Pelham always my respect as a supervisor.He always had your back in situations.Godbless Ofc.Edwards/Stroh family.

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Although we are far away, we will hold you close in our thoughts and in our hearts today and always.with Love from: Rudy Smiths Family

- Sharon Smith

It is with the deepest heartfelt sadness that Uncle Randy's Kentucky family extends our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of grief.

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A wonderful man and a terrific boss! Condolences to his family🙏🏻 I feel I was a better person for having known Randy and I appreciated the benefit of his guidance and friendship. RIP Randy! ❤️

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This breaks my heart, Randy Pelham was a good boss and a great friend. Thoughts and prayers to his family, I'm so sorry got your loss Mary Yeager

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I am heartbroken to hear about the passing of major Pelham. He was one of my first bosses at the dept of Corrections and he was always one of my favorites. He was wonderful, kind And funny and the world will be sadder without him. My thoughts and prayers to his family. Judi and Owen Frank

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My prayers and love to the family. God will see you through your time of sorrow 🙏🏿❤️

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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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