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Melinda A. Ford JOHNS ISLAND - The relatives and friends of Ms. Melinda Ann Ford and those of her children: Chrisshon Ford - Heyward, Kadasha Jenkins and De'Avion Moultrie, her mother, Kate S. Ford (the late Henry Ford, Sr.), her grandmothers, Isabelle G. Ford and Lillie Belle Smith, her sister, Melissa Ann Ford-Green (John Green, Jr.), her brothers, Vince L. Smith (Pamela) of Chesapeake, Virginia, Michael Jerome Smith and Daniel Ford (Tosha) of John's Island, SC, Henry Ford, Jr. (Ruby) of Virginia Beach, VA, and Darrell Ford of John's island, her aunts, grand aunts, uncles, grand uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and dear friends are invited to attend her Home-Going Service on Saturday, February 23, 2013, 12 Noon at Simply Amazing Ministry, 2023 River Road, John's Island, SC. Rev. Joseph Hunt, Jr., Pastor. Rev. Angelin J. Simmons, Eulogist. Melinda will lie in state at Simply Amazing Ministry at 11 am until the hour of service. Interment: Bethlehem United Methodist Church Cemetery, 2419 Bohicket Road, John's Island, SC. Melinda's family will be receiving friends at Walker's Mortuary Chapel this evening (Friday) from 6 PM until 8 PM. Final arrangements entrusted to the care of WALKER'S MORTUARY "CHAPEL OF PEACE," 3407 Old Pond Road, John's Island, SC, Phone: (843) 559-0341, FAX: (843) 559-3415. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Feb. 18 to Feb. 22, 2013.

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Pamela Washington

February 12, 2021

Rest In Peace my dear friend.

Natisha Capers-Howard

February 12, 2021

Sleep in paradise Melissa

Terence Simmons

February 13, 2020

I Really miss my friend "Love ya Ford !!!!" Your best friend Terence Simmons Sr.

Amy Lyda

February 27, 2013

Dear Ford Family, Please be proud of the wonderful woman you raised. She was such a caring Mother and the ultimate class act. My heart is broken and all of you are in my prayers. Take care.

Terrence Heyward

February 26, 2013

My deepest condolences goes out to the family of my old classmate Melinda at this difficult time. To Melinda, I never forgot the day in class in sixth grade you taught me how to pop chewing gum while chewing. To the family: Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning. You're in my prayers.

Vondele Jefferson

February 26, 2013

R.I.P. Ms. Ford. I didnt get a chance to meet you but I'm sure that you were a wonderful person. To The Ford Family: I am deeply deeply deeply sorry for your loss. Please continue to put GOD first!!!

Te'meka Ramsey

February 25, 2013

My continued prayers for her children and the loved ones she leaves behind. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal.

SONYA L CROMWELL

February 24, 2013

TO THE FAMILY OF MELINDA: YOU ALL HAVE MY MOST DEEPEST SYMPATHY. I'VE KNOWN HER TO ALWAYS HAVE THAT GOLD-TOOTHED SMILE. SHE WILL CERTAINLY BE MISSED. TO THE CHILDREN--GOD HAS HIS ARMS AROUND YOU. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Christopher Davis

February 24, 2013

I remember meeting you for the first time about five years ago. You where always there to give good advice and helping hand. You will be missed and I know truly that you are looking down on everybody, standing beside The Lord, protecting those that you have always did when you where amongst us. I will never forget and always have you in a special place in my heart. Rest well, I know that God is taking care of you.

Vicky Clow

February 23, 2013

I Just remember you holding my hand in kindergarten and telling me that we were cousins for the first time. I love u and I know your in God's hands now.

Freddie and Janet Jenkins

February 23, 2013

Ford Family you are in our prayers.

Cameron Gaines

February 23, 2013

My most sincere condolences go out to the Ford family. May God give comfort to you all.

Taevin Middleton

February 23, 2013

Rip sleep on Linda

Taevin Middleton

February 23, 2013

R I P Linda sleep on

Kia Brisbane

February 22, 2013

Praying for the Ford family. It is still hard to believe that your not here, I will forever remeber all the great times that we had! RIP girlie..love ya

Shanquel Ford

February 22, 2013

I am blessed to have known someone as beautiful as you. You are going to be truly missed. I love you Melinda. Rest on big cuz...

Hope Fludd

February 22, 2013

May God grant peace unto you Ford, Smith, and extended families during this difficult time and the days that lie ahead.

Julie Frasier

February 22, 2013

I'll like to send my deepest condolences to the Ford family.
May god continue to watch over your family and hold yall hand in this time of need.

Lakesha(Lisa) Singleton

February 22, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

February 22, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Alandres Williams

February 22, 2013

our thoughts, prayers and love to you and your family during this season of bereavement. GOD sits high and on the thrown cast all your cares upon HIM.

Jamison & Jalyn Rhodan

February 22, 2013

May God bless the Ford family. To our sister Kadasha, we love you and are here for you always. Your brother & sister


Jamison & Jalyn

Jennifer Howard

February 22, 2013

To the family of Melinda. My prayers are with you. Please know that she is gone but, will never be forgotten. Please stand strong in your faith and seek your comfort from the Lord. Stay Blessed.

February 22, 2013

To the Ford and Smith Families,

The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God.
May thses words give you comfort during this time,

The Gaskins Family, Chesapeake, VA

LaDawn Frasier

February 22, 2013

Rest in peace Melinda. May God continue to embrace the Ford/Smith families during these trying times. My sincere condolences and sympathies to you all.

February 22, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. May the Lord be with the Ford family in they time of bereavement.

~Capers and Murray, Fa. Wadmalaw Island

February 22, 2013

To The Ford Family:
Sorry to hear of your loss. May the LORD comfort you during this diffficult time. You have our deepest sympathy.

Anna Brrown-Taylor & Family
Johns Island,SC
Ramona Brown-Jones & Family
Annapolis,MD

February 22, 2013

To The Ford/Smith Family,
We know it was sudden and it's hard for each of you. It is a blessed assurance that God is waiting to give His peace, comfort, and joy to carry you through. We thank God for lending us such a "jewel". She has touched so many lives with her sweet personality and her smile. We will continue to pray for each of you. We love you!
Eileen Cohen-Mikell & Family

Gwendolyn Smith & Family

February 22, 2013

To the Smith and Ford Families, most of all to the children of Melinda. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Melinda was such a beautiful person and you all will miss your mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, niece, cousin and friend so very much. You have a lot of beautiful memories, so let them serve as a comfort stool in days to come and I will keep you in prayers.

Estelle Nelson

February 21, 2013

The Ford Family, You all have our deepest sympathy, keep looking up, your help comes from the Lord.

mattisha green

February 21, 2013

God bless all of the family and friends.Melinda you are now with your heavenly father.RIP.you were such a sweet person.you will be missed.God bless

Craig Johnson

February 21, 2013

Melinda was great always had a smile on
her face. Yes she was a angle! She was a great lady.

To Ford family I am very sorry for
your loss. She will be in verybody heart.

Terence Simmons

February 21, 2013

Melinda was a great person and a great friend she will be truly missed, I could always count on her to cheer me up. we all will miss you but you're with your father now I'm sure he greeted you with open arms, may god watch over your family.

Pamela Bowens-Hawthorne

February 21, 2013

To the Ford Family

I had the blessed opportunity of knowing Melinda. Melinda was a very dear friend, and I will miss her tremendously. During your time of bereavement, put your trust in God and know that Earth has no Sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. My condolences~

Pamela Bowens-Hawthorne

February 21, 2013

To the Ford Family

I had the blessed opportunity of knowing Melinda. She was a very dear friend to me, and I will miss her tremendously. Trust in God during your time of bereavement and know that Earth has no Sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.

William Cohen III

February 21, 2013

I was sadden when I heard the news. You were a sweet person with a caring spirit. May God continue to keep, watch over,and bring peace to the Smith & Ford family during this difficult time. Gone too soon but take ur rest Melinda until we meet again.

Nikki Smith

February 21, 2013

Melinda was a beautiful spirit. She kept you laughing. She will truly be missed by family and friends. She is now in a better place smiling down on us. Prayers go out to her immediate family. She will always remain in your heart and memories.

Mr. John Culp

February 21, 2013

Twelve years ago I had the honor and privilege of working with this special young lady who always had a way of making all of us at work laugh when we should have been working. Now that she's rejoicing in heaven we can all be assured she is making the angels laugh. May God bless your family.

Jorcelyn Reed

February 21, 2013

TO: THE FORD-HEYWARD FAMILY,Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you and your family.Shon we love you and your family, so keep your heads up.
From: Jorcelyn,Dwanney,Smurf and Derrie.

Tamara Rhodan

February 21, 2013

May GOD comfort the family during this very difficult time. Praying for the family's healing. Rest in Paradise Melinda.

February 21, 2013

To the Ford Family, our prayers and condolences in this time of bereavement.

Audrey, Sandra, Jennifer, Shon

Alisha Cohen and Children

February 21, 2013

To the Smith-Ford family I extend my condolences to all of you throughout this most difficult time. Although to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Melinda is looking down on all of us with that warm beautiful smile she always embraced us with. You all will forever be in my prayers.

Sharon Gadsden

February 20, 2013

I will always remember you for your smile and laughter. May God keep your children in His comforting care. My heartfelt love and prayers for the Ford and Smith families.

Jonathan Lowry

February 20, 2013

Rip Melinda u will b missed

Alice Butler Ravenel

February 20, 2013

The Ford & Smith family,
May God give you comfort during your time of sorrow and you find peace in the One who promise to never leave nor forsake you.
The Butler Family

Jacob Jr.

February 20, 2013

Gone to soon

Sandra & Johnathan Benson

February 20, 2013

To The Family Of Melinda,Know That Our Heart & Prayers Are Certainly With All You,Indeed She Was Such A Kindhearted Young Lady Our Prayer To God Is To Keep All Of You Strong During This Time.

Britany Sease

February 20, 2013

RIP Melinda you will truly be missed!!!

Y. Twanna Heyward

February 20, 2013

May the light that shined so brightly in Melinda be ever present in your hearts. R.I.P

Bertha Ford

February 20, 2013

To the entire Ford family and extended family members, I pray God have mercey on everyone as we morn the lost of this wonderful spirit that grace our present.I will never forget that spirit that was so full of life and laughter. May her soul rest in peace with God. God Loves you Best. Robert and Bertha.

Rev. Brown & St Mark UME Church Family

February 20, 2013

Ford Family, you are in our prayers. May God's grace strengthen you all during this difficult time.

CYNTHIA BROWN

February 20, 2013

TO my family im so sorry that we have lost such a wonderful young lady, melinda was a humble person.words can.t express how im feeling right now.melida will truly be missed. melida take your rest cuz. im going to miss that smile.the angles r watching over you.

Lakeleia Middleton Robinson and Family

February 20, 2013

May God continue to bless the family and keep you all strong in this time of sorrow.

Lelauna Legare

February 20, 2013

Allow me to extend my deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one. My heart goes out to her children. Losing a parent is one of the biggest losses that can be suffered by a child. May you find God's presence with you as you journey through the time of grief.

February 20, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Melinda some years ago.
My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. Leomy Mack McKelvey, James Island, SC

Kim LaBoard

February 20, 2013

To the Smith and Ford Family. You are in your prayers. God has a plan for you...

Davlon & Cynthia Smith

February 19, 2013

In our times of sadness,
So many thoughts, so few words…I pray that our memories will ease the sorrow, and time will bring us peace… Melinda will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Cynthia Ford

February 19, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Danielle Smalls-Jenkins

February 19, 2013

To the Smith and the Ford family,Melinda and I have many years of friendship my heart aches and bleeds!!!!!!! I am still numb by her passing,as i sit and look back at all our pics from Haut Gap and St.Johns i cant help but remember all the good times and laughter we had.I have been praying and will continue to pray for you all.She was truly one of a kind R.I.P. MS.MELINDA ANN FORD....

Emily(Sketta) Brown-Thompsom

February 19, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Shekinah Patterson

February 19, 2013

To the my family:
May God be our strength during our time of bereavement and in the days to come. Melinda was such a sweet person and her radiant smile will truly be missed. Let us rejoice in knowing that to be absent in body is to be present with the Lord. Remember family that Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Continue to be strong in the Lord.
The Legare & Patterson Families

Debora Ford

February 19, 2013

May God Bless The Family In This Time Of Sorrow

Uncle John Ford

February 19, 2013

My condolences to the Ford Family, May God Bless You And Your Family In This Time Of Sorrow .

Devan Jennings

February 19, 2013

To the entire family and friends of Melinda, I am dearly sorry for your lost. Take comfort in knowing that God knows and He cares. May God be with you all in your time of sorrow. You all are in my prayers.

Lawana J. Rhodan

February 19, 2013

May the God of love, peace, strength, and comfort keep you during this very difficult time. My heart & prayers are with you.

Marcy & Dana Nelson

February 19, 2013

To my classmate and friend you will never be forgotten. To the family my heart hurts for you. We will continue to keep you lifted in prayer.

Vera Lee Brown

February 19, 2013

Family & friends of Melinda,
This is such a sad season for everyone who knew Melinda. I can remember the cute little girl who grew to become a lovely woman with a beautiful smile. As hard as it may be, hold on to the wonderful memories she has left and strive to do those things she can no longer do on this side. Support each other through the difficult days ahead and in the time to come when the crowd has disappeared.

Debar Palmer

February 19, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. May God continue to keep each of you, always in my prayers and heart.

February 19, 2013

May your soul rest in peace. To the Ford family keep your heads up she's with God now!

Mrs. Black

February 19, 2013

To the Ford and Smith families. May the Lord bring you all peace, comfort and understanding in the loss of your loved one, and give you beauty for ashes and the oil of joy for mourning. Please keep your eyes on the Lord, and know that many are praying for you.

Lanette Myles

February 19, 2013

My prayers and condolences goes out to your family. Melinda will truly be missed. Hold on to Gods unchanging hands he will never leave you or forsake you.

Veronica Brown

February 19, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Tammie and Teagan Brown

February 19, 2013

Someone as special as Melinda will never be forgotten. She will remain in everyone's hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Lvonna Ford

February 19, 2013

We will miss u and we love but go on and take ur rest sister.

shawn jenkins

February 19, 2013

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Alaina Smith

February 19, 2013

Family functions won't be the same without you Big cuz! RIP Melinda we'll miss you man.

Kathy Nettles

February 19, 2013

I am so sorry for you loss. My heart goes out to the family and I will miss your smile each day at the store. My prayers are with you all. RIP Melinda

Shakeeta Cortes

February 19, 2013

MY DEAR COUSIN REST IN PEACE BECAUSE I KNOW GOD RECEIVE ANOTHER ANGEL! TO THE FORD FAMILY I PRAY THAT GOD WILL COMFORT YOU AND SURROUND YOU WITH HIS LOVE AND PEACE! LOVE ALWAYS SHAKEETA CORTES AND FAMILY

SIMONE FREEMAN

February 19, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

February 19, 2013

You were such a beautiful person and kind. I know that The Lord is taking care of you

LaToya Edwards

February 19, 2013

For some moments in life there are no words.....rest in peace classmate.

Tammy Lawer

February 19, 2013

May God Bless and comfort the Ford family and close friends of Melinda during this difficult time. My prayers are with you all.

Natisha Capers-Howard

February 19, 2013

Melinda you will truly be missed. To the Ford family, my prayers are with you during your time of bereavement. Melissa, you continue to hold on to Gods unchanging hand. I know you guys were extremely close and she would only want the best for you and her children. We are here if you need us cuz so be blessed and we love ya.

Krista and Kenneth Lumley

February 19, 2013

To my classmate, may you rest in peace. To the family, may peace and understanding come to you all during this extremely difficult time.

Gwen Steele

February 19, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss. Melinda was such a kind, sweet and graceful person. She will truly be missed. God has a new angel by his side. Rest In Peace, Melinda.

lachondria legare taylor

February 19, 2013

my prayers are with the Ford family. Melinda you will truly be missed
lachondria legare taylor & family

Donnise Foster

February 19, 2013

My condolences to the Ford family. I pray for peace and understanding especially for your children. May you continue to seek God today and in the days to follow.. God Bless!

Melkeya Williams

February 19, 2013

Please know Ford family that I am keeping you in my prayers. Melinda was one of my classmates. I am praying that you find peace and comfort during this time.

Sally Blair-White & Family

February 19, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

February 19, 2013

Class of 1987

February 19, 2013

My condolences goes out to family and friends of Melinda Ford.

charles maxwell

February 19, 2013

to the ford family blessed are they that mourn.for they shall be comforted melinda i will miss that shinging smile we love and miss you charles maxwell &family

Keith L Brown

February 19, 2013

My condolences to The Ford family my prayers go out to you all....

Latoya Ekpunobi

February 19, 2013

U were one of a kind...u will truly b missed may god watch over and bless your children.

Yukia Bonneau Frasier

February 18, 2013

R.I.P Ms. Ford, I will miss walking in the store and hear you yell Tee Bonneau and I would respond back with Linda Ford. You will truly be missed.

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