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Jolanda Kayun King

07/18/1975 - 08/27/2021

Obituary For Jolanda Kayun King

Jolanda Kayun King transitioned peacefully on August 27, 2021, at the age of 46. Jolanda Kayun King a.k.a “Jo-Jo” was born July 18, 1975, in Gary, Indiana at Methodist Hospital to Doris Lynette Davis-Jones and Joseph King,Jr. Jolanda was baptized in Jesus Name at sevenyears old at Zion Tabernacle Apostolic Church in East Chicago, Indiana. She was then filled with the Holy Ghost at the age of thirteen. Jolanda attended Carrie Gosch Elementary, West Side Junior High School, and then moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1990 with her mother, stepfather, and siblings. She attended Washburn High School and graduated in 1993. She went on to attend KRS Computer and Business School to receive her certification in accounting. She furthered her education byattending Mountain View College, receiving her Associate of Arts degree in Accounting with honors. On January 20, 1995, Jolanda and Dennis Nickens were blessed with their first-born son,Keyunta Lewis Watkins. On November 18, 1997, they received another blessing, their second son, KeAnthony Lee Nickens. Jolanda was preceded in death by: Herchildren’s father, Dennis Nickens; Her father,Joseph King Jr.; Paternal grandmother,Madeline King; Maternal grandparents, Johnnieand Charlene Boone. She leaves to cherish her memories: Sons, Keyunta Watkins, Fort Worth, Texas;KeAnthony Nickens, Douglasville, Georgia; Mother, Doris Jones, Loganville, Georgia; Stepfather, Ronald (Kai) Jones Sr., Galveston, Texas; Grandfather, Joseph King Sr., Gary, Indiana. Siblings: Shameeka (Shawn) Williams, Merrillville, Indiana; Dana (Leonard) Wiley, Loganville, Georgia; Angela (Terrence) Smith, Duluth, Georgia; Ronald (Danielle) Jones Jr., Atlanta, Georgia; Michael (Heather) Jones, Marietta, Georgia; Tia (Darrell) Alston, Lithonia, Georgia; Madeline King, Austell, Georgia; Bonus mother Spergeon Valoria Jones, Austell, Georgia; Paternal aunts Princella Heath and Armeca King, Gary, Indiana; Maternal aunts Rosemary ( ) Ryan, Burnsville, Minnesota; Gwendolyn (Robert) Riley, St. Paul, Minnesota; Janice Putman, Kalamazoo, Michigan; Ann (Spencer) Colbert, Crown Point, Indiana; Penni Johnson, Omaha, Nebraska;Special friends: Stevon Campbell, Lithonia, Georgia; Enrica Triggs, Douglasville, Georgia; Brigette Williams, Little Rock, Arkansas; TriaArkansas, Dallas Texas; Antron Lay, Atlanta, Georgia; Exie Jameson, Chicago, Illinois; Special sister/cousin, Armeca (Darwin) Ezell, Merrillville, Indiana; A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives bonus/godchildren and friends.

Celebration of Life Service for Ms. King will be Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 1:00PM; Greater Christ Temple Holiness, 914 Cherokee Ave SE Atlanta, GA 30315.

Viewing will be Friday, September 3, 2021 from 2PM-6PM at Willie A. Watkins Historic West End Chapel.

Interment: Georgia Memorial Park

This service will be live streamed, link provided below.

Due to the spread of COVID-19, we are requesting that everyone please wear a mask.

Services entrusted to Willie A. Watkins Historic West End Chapel, (404)758-1731.


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You were the best auntie anyone can ask for it's been hard not having you here but I will always remember your support and confidence you had in me. I will always love and you will forever be in my heart, love you❤️ -Miya💕

This still doesn't seem real. To the memory of the young woman in the Shiloh Temple youth group in Minnesota, who asked direct questions and kept her youth pastor busy... you were, are and always will be loved for the joy you brought into the room. Our condolences, love and prayers surround your sons, mother, siblings and family. Oh Jo-Jo, we miss you. C Pastor Gail Spratt

I remember your bright smile. Also your encouraging testimonies of what God had done for you. It kept us all encouraged. He never failed you know. May your family know that God is in control. At the lowest point just trust God to guide the way. We are praying. Thank sharing your gift of love.

Thank you for all the joy you brought to our lives. I am glad to know you and experience true praise unto God through the good and bad. I hope in these times those that know you best will remember that part of you. I rejoice in the Lord with you. My prayers go out for your family you will be missed.

Jolanda,you were always so nice and always kept a smile on your face. Continue to smile down on your family. Rest in heaven.

I picked this white candle because you were full of love and grace, even though I had not seen you in a while you were always in my heart. You will be truly missed...I pray that your children and family find comfort from God.

Jo it's hard knowing that someone with so much life in them is no longer living. Thank you for all the lessons the laughs the protection the strength and the love. Make sure my Mama is up there behaving! I love you always💜 -Mimi

Sister In Law, It's been a long time since we've talked, but my heart is with you and your family today. Keeping you and your family in prayer. Love Always, Diane McClatchey & Family

I remember your smile and how sweet you was and fun you were a Beautiful person inside and out and you will be truly miss by many prayers for the family and friends

Jolanda is my friend and sounding board. Though her physical presence will be sorely missed, i will always carry her in my heart and memory. God bless her and her family

I will surely miss your smile my lovely cuzzin rest with the best an I'll see u later..

My Sincere Condolences To Your Family. Keeping Your Family In Prayer.

Cousin although it's been a long time since we hung out. I'm so sadden today. But as we say goodbye may your new life in heaven be the best place ever. I will see you there❤

Grace & peace. May God continue to uphold you in love, peace, hope, faith & strength. May you cherish all your memories of Jolanda that at the thought of her brings a smile of comfort to you. Love in Jesus name to you Sis Doris & Blessings to all the family 🙏🏾❤️

Wow! This is so so sad. Words can not express. I didn't know you long but in this short time I've known you to be the sweetest young lady, caring and giving. Thank you so much for the love and care you showed/gave my brother (during and after his hospitalization). Your spirit was sweet and genuine and will never be forgotten.

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

Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home, Inc. | GA

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