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Mr. Joseph L Oatis

Passed 08/30/2020

Obituary For Mr. Joseph L Oatis

Richmond, VA formerly of Farrell, PA

A homegoing celebration in honor of Mr. Joseph L. Oatis will be held Saturday at 11am at America's Cemetery in Hermitage, Pa. Mr. Oatis departed this life August 30, 2020 in Capron, VA. Mr. Oatis was born December 17, 1953 in Columbia, Mississippi a son of Lafayette and Adastine Powell Oatis. Joseph was a 1972 graduate of Farrell High School and was formerly employed for many years at National Castings prior to relocating to Richmond, VA. He leaves to cherish his memory his children, JoAnna West, Adastine (Austin) Pettiford, Fayette Oatis, Shemeka Smith, John D. (Chantel) West; his siblings, Rene James, Laffaline (Anthony) Seltzer, Amy( Jack) Perrien, Krystelle and Kimberly Hicks, Virginia Ivey, Valencia Howard, Donald (Patrice) Oatis, Steven Williams, Jeffery (Michelle) Oatis; his sister in law, Willie Mae Oatis; 17 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; a host of other relatives and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents; his parents; his grandson, Jaylen "Bubby" D. West; his sister, Dorothy Oatis; and his brother, Rickey Oatis. The family will receive friends Friday from 4-6pm at Washington Funeral Home. Please continue to follow CDC recommendations by wearing a mask and practicing social distancing.


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My Deepest Sympathy to the Otis family. May God gather and hold you all together at this time. DeeDee Covington. Living in Farrell you know just about everybody knew each other and I share memories of being at the Otis home on Wallis Avenue because Laffaline was one of my best friends in high school. Rest In Peace Joe.

Had a lot of good times on Wallis Ave. with Joe. A fellow FHS classmate of '72 as well. Deepest condolences and prayers to the family.'72strong

Praying for you and family in your time of sorrow. May it comfort you to know others care. In every prayer they ask God to bless you with courage to bare the sorrow that now fills your heart. Getting through this time may be difficult so let those around you help to ease the pain of your sadness. In sympathy this thought and prayer that God will keep you and your loved ones always in His care. May you find comfort in God's mercy and peace in His love. "...the God of love and peace shall be with you." II Corinthians 13:11 Apostle Patricia A. Tatum, President, Officers and members of Shenango Valley Interdenominational Clergywomen's Alliance

Praying for you in your sorrow and extending heartfelt sympathy as we trust in God's promises. He promises us comfort for our sorrow and courage for each day. Strength to face this journey and His Word to light our way. Although we may not understand, He promises His peace will fill our hearts and His love will hold us gently in the hollows of His hands. May the peace God's promise offers help to ease your grief today. And may He always be beside you as you go along life's way. "...the God of love and peace shall be with you." Prelate Bishop Martha J. Sanders, Pastor, Bishop Sallie M. Saunders, Co-Pastor, Rev. Deborah Lewis-Sanders, Chief Elder and Hour of Power Full Gospel Tabernacle Church Family.

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

J.E. Washington Funeral Services, Inc. | Ohio

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