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Robert Deas Obituary

Rev. Robert Deas Charleston - Rev. Robert Deas, Sr., Pastor Emeritus of Lovely Hill Missionary Baptist Church and husband of the late Mrs. Janie Gilliard Deas transitioned to his eternal home on April 3, 2020. Viewing for Rev. Deas will be held 9:00 am-11:00 am Saturday, April 18, 2020, at Lovely Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 670 Bear Swamp Rd. There will be a PRIVATE interment. Rev. Deas is survived by: his children, Marilyn Lanier (Leander), Robert Deas, Jr. (Pamela), Ezekiel "Clyde" Deas (Wanda), Jerome Deas (Portia), Carolyn D. Blake, Jacqueline Washington, Yolanda Mack (John), William "Tony" Gilliard (the late Nona), and Ira Deas (Carla); grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.dorothyshff.com. Arrangements by DOROTHY'S HOME FOR FUNERALS (843)722-0268. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Apr. 14 to Apr. 17, 2020.

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Essie Hampton

April 9, 2021

REST FROM YOUR LABOR, SADLY MISSED

Essie Hampton

April 20, 2020

WILL MISS YOU REV,

beulah coaxum

April 20, 2020

man of wisdom he ministered to me many times concerning the lord and ministry. may you all find comfort in God

Pastor

April 18, 2020

Our sincerest condolences to the Deas family.

Jettie Waymer

April 18, 2020

With Deepest Sympathy
Waymer and Williams Family

April 18, 2020

With Deepest Sympathy
Waymer and Williams Family

Dana Washington

April 18, 2020

My condolences to the Deas family. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot Heal.

Karen Smalls

April 17, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

April 17, 2020

Dear Family,

Rev. Deas will always be remembered. He lived a life of service.
Continue to trust in the Lord.

Rev. & Mrs. Elijah H. Smalls, Jr. & Family

Vanessa Love

April 17, 2020

My heart goes out to the family! He was a sweet man! He is with God and momma!!!

Carolyn Blake

April 17, 2020

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

Courtney Jones

April 17, 2020

Rev Deas, Everyone's Grandaddy great man of God he will be missed l. Sending prayers to the Deas Family and my Dear friend Jocelyn Ravenel.

Regenia green

April 17, 2020

Reverend deas was a very kind soul he would do anything cir someone in need im really going to miss him

Minnie Hilton

April 16, 2020

There is so little one can say when we loss a love one so dear. My deepest sympathy to the Deas family on the passing of their father. My Pastor. The Rev. Dr. Emeritus Robert Deas Sr. We share your loss. Minnie Hilton Sinclair and family

Pastor Ronald Watson Sr.

April 16, 2020

April 15, 2020



To Marilyn, Robert, Ezekiel, Jerome, Carolyn, Jacqueline,
Yolanda, William, Ira and the entire family of Reverend Robert Deas, Sr.

The Radford Church of God In Christ church family lifts you in prayer to God, Our Heavenly Father. We pray for your comfort and strength.

We praise Him for the life of this precious saint of God and we thank you for sharing Reverend Deas with the world and with the Body of Christ.

While Reverend Deas's journey on this earth has ended, that eternal life for which he lived, has begun. And we know he now rest in the bosom of our Father.


We thank God for his legacy as a Pastor and a faithful leader for many years. Many lives were changed through his prayers and his unfailing love for his family and God's people.

On behalf of the Radford Church of God In Christ Saints, we send our love and continued prayer.

For God so loved the world that he gave
His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in
him should not perish, but have ever lasting life. John 3:16

Prayerfully submitted Thursday April 15, 2020

Bishop Ronald A. Watson Sr.

April 16, 2020

My condolences to the Deas Family, your father, grandfather or what relationship he was to you was truly :A Man For His Time!" Reverend Deas was always gracious to me as a young Minister, and I thank God for being able to have met him.

Blessings and Peace to the Deas Family,
Pastor Leon R. & Mrs. Shaun J. Maxwell

Rev. Alphonso & Mary Terry

April 16, 2020

Our condolences to the Deas family on the passing of your loved one. He is not dead, he is alive with Jesus. May God give you the strength you need in this time of sorrow. Your parents were a great influence on the community. Stay connected and love each other always.

April 15, 2020

My condolences and prayers to the family on the loss of Rev. Deas.

-Moore & Graham Family

Margarette Gathers

April 15, 2020

so sorry to hear about the lost of your love one. will send up prayers for the family.

Peggy Dover and Family

April 15, 2020

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

April 15, 2020

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

April 15, 2020

My Heart can not express My Deepest sympathy for your Family, My Pastor, and a True Man of God. Rest in Peace Dear Love One, Rev. Robert Deas Sr., You will Truly be Missed. Lost for Words!!!
Love Always,
Sylvia Sinclair Sheppard & Family......
My Prayers are with You all.....

Lionel & Cecelia Jenkins

April 15, 2020

We are so saddened to hear of Rev. Deas passing. He was a great man of God and a very nice person. May the God of comfort be with you during this difficult time and you're in our thoughts and prayers.

Rev Dr Al and Roneller Capers, Sr.

April 15, 2020

To the Deas Family,
You have our deepest sympathy due to the passing of Pastor Robert Deas, Sr. He will be greatly missed. You are in our prayers. May God Bless you with His Peace and draw you closer to Himself and each other.

Dr. Michael A. Williams

April 15, 2020

To the family of the late Rev. Robert Deas, Sr, it is with great condolences that we share in your grief. Rev Deas was a great leader and a a blessed man of God.
May God strengthen and comfort you as you endure. Weeping may endure for a night but joy come in the morning.

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