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Obituary For Claudia Kennedy
LIVE STREAM CODE FOR SERVICE:11557
Claudia Leanna Kennedy Jackson (Sista), 64, was born January 15, 1957, to the late Elizabeth Kennedy, in Logan West Virginia. She was the second of three children.
Her mother moved the family from Logan to Cleveland Ohio while Claudia was still young. She was educated in the Cleveland Public School system. She graduated with honors from East technical High School in 1975. She furthered her education at Dyke College, graduating Summa Cum Laude in 1988. Shortly afterwards, she began her career with the Department of Defense as a Contract Auditor from which she retired & received her 30 years of service certificate last year.
Claudia accepted Christ at an early age. She was baptized at Second New Hope Church, under the late Pastor George Q Brown. She was a member at Bethany Christian Church in Cleveland, Ohio until she was transferred to Greensboro, North Carolina. She joined the Sharpe Road Church of Christ under the leadership of Nicholas Glenn. But the walls of the Church could not retain Claudia. She was forever spreading our Heavenly Father’s word to all she met! She always had a word of encouragement, wisdom & love to everyone she encountered. She was a friend, mother & sister to all. She had a beautiful smile and genuine heartfelt warmth for everyone. If you never knew what true love meant, you knew it when you met Claudia! It was often said that she never met a stranger. She enjoyed spreading the Word to uplift and encourage others. She made everyone feel welcome (like they were family) as if she had known you since the day you were born! She was always willing to lend a hand when needed.
Claudia was called home to be with our Heavenly Father on Thursday, January 21, 2021. She had battled her illnesses for a long time. She was in constant pain but you never knew how much pain. She always had a warm smile & managed to stay positive. Her strength kept her family strong. She was a foster mother, mentor to teens and young adults. She was also a counselor to many.
She leaves to cherish her memories: her children Latasha and Donnell (Jennifer) fiancé; her grandchildren: Andre, Christian, Brandon, Morgan and Lydia; her great-granddaughter: Makayla; her brother: Clarence and her sister Darlene; one niece: LaTanya; one nephew: Dominique and two great-nephews; along with many cousins and friends.
A Spirit Never Dies By(Sista) (Claudia Kennedy)
When someone we love passes We are left with many different feelings and memories I say we Because, their presence and spirit has touched so many people Known and unknown to the family Everyone is left with a different memory Accompanied by sadness and a longing for the loved one’s presence Take comfort in knowing That whatever grief and pain we are feeling today, tomorrow, and the months to follow is alright. One day we will all rejoice in the memory Of how the loved one touched each of our lives And how we were all blessed in some form or another by their spirit. A spirit will never pass away Because of the memories that we each shared with the spirit Who has left this world of pain and misery to return to their creator. Our heavenly father God.
A private Memorial Service will be held in the Cassie Coote-Brown Chapel of Perry J. Brown Funeral Home. LIVE STREAM CODE FOR SERVICE:11557
Services entrusted to Perry J. Brown Funeral Home (336)-272-6109.
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My condolences to the family of Claudia. We met at the John Coltrane jazz festival in High Point NC. It was a pleasure speaking with and getting to know each other. She was a beautiful spirit. RIH dear friend.
Sista, I hadn't seen you in years but our contact through facebook was a blessing. Your inspirational words and messages were so appreciated. You will be missed.
Sending sincere condolences to the family. My Claudia Rest In Peace. She was well loved family, friends and any one that knew her.
Mrs Claudia on behalf of the Ward and Powers family we extend our most sincere condolences from our family to yours...she will be missed by many but Tasha and Donnie I am here for you in the grave time of sorrow... God Bless you all
We send our deepest sympathy to the family and friends. May she rest in peace in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father.
Joe Chester Jr and Cheryl Bugg
Sending my deepest sympathy to Claudia's family. Your loss is felt by all who knew her. May she rest in peace in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father.
My Deepest Condolences to the Family Claudia was not only my Sister in Christ she was a dear friend she was a beautiful soul & a sharpe dresser I use to tell her I wanna be like you when I grow up her smile her words of wisdom we could talk about anything & lift each other up even when we didnt see one another we would send messages on FB she loved her Family dearly she will be in my heart forever R.I.H. Miss Claudia I love you & hope to see you again one day in Heaven 🙏🏾may God comfort & keep The Family at this time
She was a sweet lady and always had a smile on her face , she will definitely be missed
She was a woman of strength, of great character and truth, she gave freely of her heart and home never holding back even during her harder days. God thank you for allowing her in our lives if only for season. She blessed us she taught us and cared for us as if we were children of her own. She will be missed but she will live on. To the family your loss is felt deep. We pray for you and your strength. The Austin Family💙💜🤍
So sorry about Claudia's passing. I met Claudia through my sister Maria (Jackie) Chester in 2001. She was always so friendly and made me feel very welcomed. I remember Claudia's smile; she had such a warm smile. I know she will be greatly missed. Although the family is grieving, I hope they find comfort in knowing that she is in heaven and is no longer suffering. I pray for God to strengthen family and friends.
Sincere Condolences, Deborah Hall
I miss my dear friend and sister in Christ. We will not be able to do our month fellowship. She would give me words of encouragement and I would do the same for her. We would cry, laugh and share family stories of the pass and the present. My God toke o e of the good ones. To the Kennedy family please accept my deepest sympathy. Denise Wildy and family, Baltimore, Maryland.
We, along with the Sharpe Road church of Christ would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of our dear sister Claudia. Her beautiful A7Gspirit and high praise at our services will be missed. We will continue to keep the family in our prayers. With the love of God, Dr. Nicholas, Dr. Nikki, and Nia Glenn - Sharpe Road church of Christ Minister and family
Clara Washington longtime friend expressing my condolences to the family Latasha and Donnell and praying God will give you comfort and peace during this time. Keep in touch (336)508-4384
I am truly sorry about your loss. May God continue to bring you comfort and peace. Kathy Wynn Sharpe Road Church of Christ
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