Our prayers and heartfelt sympathy goes out to the DeVeaux family in the passing of David DeVeaux. A friend beloved. Linda

-- Anonymous, May 02, 2002

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I have known the DeVaux family since 1987 when Bishop DeVaux was pastoring Metropolitan AMEC in Wash DC. One of the David's sisters has made contributions to this BB. I attended a workshop in Orlando, FL last summer that David DeVaux conducted @ St. Mark's AMEC. The workshop was filled with Biblical tenacity, current application and good humor. He was an exceptional presentor. His transition to eternity, while indeed a loss to the AMEC, is a gain in Heaven. I will continue to uplift this family in prayer. Thanks Linda for this information. QED

-- Anonymous, May 02, 2002

On behalf of my wife, Rev. Brenda Wilson, the Grant AME Church (Toronto) and the Philip R. Cousin AME Church (Mississauga), Ontario, Canada; we pause to oofer our prayers and well wishes to the DeVeaux family. God will take care of you.

-- Anonymous, May 02, 2002

Deepest sympathies and prayers to the Deveaux family at this time of family loss. May the peace that passeth all understanding bring you the comfort of Gods love and the joyful remembrance of the gift God has given through this life.

May God Bless You ALL!!

-- Anonymous, May 02, 2002

I am deeply hurt to hear of the passing of Reverend David Deveaux. My prayers and sympathy go out to his family and Bishop and Mrs. Deaveaux. We truly lift you up in our prayers. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. From the entire Holy Trinity AME Church Family.

Love and Prayers

-- Anonymous, May 02, 2002

Our hearts are heavy as we grieve with Bishop and Dr. Deveaux in the passing of their beloved son and great visionary pastor and master teacher. I just saw him in Atlanta at the Y.P.D. Leadership Training Weekend and he was splendid. Earth has NO Sorrow that Heaven Cannot Heal. Let us stay prayerful for the entire DeVeaux family.

Sinclair Forbes

-- Anonymous, May 03, 2002

It is my prayer that God will send his blessings upon the Deveaux family. I know that it is hard to lose someone close to you, but always remeber that the bible says: To be absent from the body is to be present with the lord". God bless and keep you is my prayer.

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

To the DeVeaux Family,

We know that there is nothing we can say that will take away the pain and hurt that you are feeling. Just know that we are praying that God provides the peace and comfort that only He can give.

Rev. Byron and Jennifer Grayson and the St. Jude AME Church family of Germantown, Maryland.

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

To Bishop and Dr. Deveaux, on behalf of my Pastor the Rev. Juanita Hall Walters, Arnett AME Church in Phila., PA, whose father went home to be with the Lord also on May 2nd, we would like to extend our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your son, Rev. David Deveaux. There are no words to say that could lessen the pain, but please know that there are people all over the connection that will be praying for you and your family. May the Holy Spirit give you peace and comfort now and always. In Christian Love, Brenda T. Hearst for Rev. Juanita Hall-Walters, Arnett AME Church, Phila., PA

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

May the love and power of Christ fall upon Bishop Deveaux and his family. I pray that God will comfort you during this difficult time. Your family is greatly loved by the Master and we at St. Paul Community A.M.E church in Bozeman, Montana. Will lift you in prayer. There are no words that can adquately express the sadness that we feel for your loss. But please know that Christ is with you. And we ask father God to blanket you with all the prayers from your A.M.E family so that our prayers will sustain you.

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

On behalf of my wife Jan Smith and the Bethel A.M.E. church family (Leavenworth, Ks) we extend our deepest sympathies and prayers to Bishop Deveaux and family. May the peace that passeth all understanding bring you comfort.

May God Bless You All

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

Bishop and Dr. deveaux, it is my sincere prayer for you and the rest of the family that God would grant strenght and peace during this time of persnal loss. YOURS IN CHRIST, REV. GLENN A. SPAULDING FRANKFORT, KY.

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

Bishop and Dr. DeVeaux. . . . I met David at Saint Phillip AME - Atlanta, GA., a couple of years ago. He is, and always will be, a friend. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. You are in my prayers.

Rev. Ken Aveirls, Sr. Pastor, Saint Paul AME Church, Stone Mountain, GA

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

My prayers and thoughts go with the Family and friends of the Rev. David DeVeaux -- "God is Able"

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

On behalf of the Officers and Members of the Michigan Conference Lay Organization, I join others of the A.M.E. family in sending our heartfelt sympathy to Bishop and Dr. DeVeaux and their immediate family. We love you and are with you and will continue to be with you for "joy will surely come in the morning." God Bless you and keep you is our prayer.

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

To the DeVeaux family,

We will keep you in our prayers. David was a wonderful person. I remember how hard he worked to get his father elected a Bishop.

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

Having known Bishop William DeVeaux since grade school in Jacksonville, Florida and later meeting Dr. Pam DeVeaux when she came to Bethel Tallahassee to honor us as our Women's Day Speaker. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the entire family and pray with a vengence that God will hold you ever so tight as you enter into another phase of your lives that will be different from anything that you have ever experienced. Having had an adult daughter to predecease me, I KNOW THAT PAIN ALL TO WELL. Words are not sufficient at this time. Please know that I hope to speak with or see you soon.

Your Sister in Christ

Sandra O. Gregg Tallahassee, Fl

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

Rev. Gregory Leonard pastor, wife, Rev. Sandra Leonard and members of Bethel AME Church, Setauket N.Y. send our deepest sympathy to Bishop and Mrs. Deveaux and family at this time of the passing and homegoing our their son, Rev. David Deveaux. Our prayers are with you.

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

Rev. Gregory Leonard pastor, wife, Rev. Sandra Leonard and members of Bethel AME Church, Setauket N.Y. send our deepest sympathy to Bishop, Mrs. Deveaux and family at this time of the passing and homegoing our their son, Rev. David Deveaux.

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

We bless God for the Life of Pastor Deveaux. As a classmate of his at Morehouse College in Atlanta, you could just get the sense god was going to do something mighty in his life. Our prayers of comfort and peace are offered to the Lord on behalf on his loved ones. Rest on,David.

Pastor Marvin Charles Lue, Jr Allen Temple Ministries {CME} Tallahassee, FL

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

To my dear friend Dawn and the entire DeVeaux Family:

David meant so much to so many and his memory will always be cherished...may the precious memories of your time with him be comforting to you. May the love of God, his word and his presence bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.

"The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace." PSALM 29:11

With Love and Prayers, Moniqueka E. Gold and family Clarksville, Tennessee

-- Anonymous, May 06, 2002

Please accept the sympathy of the family of Heard Chapel AME Church as we share in your loss and heavens gain. Know also that our God is still one of grace and mercy. At a time like this, know that you do not walk alone as the Family of African Methodism walks with and prays with you and for you.

-- Anonymous, May 07, 2002

To Bishop Wiliam P., Dr. Pam & Sister Dawn, On behalf of the Union Bethel AME Church in Randallstown, MD, we extend our heartfelt condolences to you and your family in this your time of breavement. Pam & I were deeply sadden upon hearng that David had passd. We pray that you will be strengthen in knowing that we care and are praying for you. In His Service, Charles

-- Anonymous, May 07, 2002

On behalf of myself, my family and my church, Grant Chapel A.M.E., Trenton, NJ, we were all shocked and saddened to learn of David's passing. We send our deepest sympathy and love to Bishop and Dr. DeVeaux and your entire family.

Vernon R. Byrd, Jr.

-- Anonymous, May 07, 2002

Bishop William DeVeaux and Dr. Pam DeVeaux

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. I was saddened upon hearing of the passing of your son, the Rev. David DeVeaux. Our loss is Heavens gain. Be comforted in knowing that God does not make a mistake. May the prayers of your friends and loved ones strengthen you. May God's love comfort you, overshadow you and give you peace.

Gale Averheart New Jersey Conference

-- Anonymous, May 07, 2002

I wish to extend my sincere sympathy and love to the VeVeaux family in the loss of your son, husband and father. I watched as he worked around the church as a young boy, then as a young man, who thought it not robbery to follow in the footsteps of his father and go into the Ministry. We are all the more blessed for knowing this young man of God. May God continue you bless you and keep you in His care.

-- Anonymous, May 08, 2002

The members of New Jersey Conference Lay extend our Love and deepest sympathy to Bishop Deveaux and Family. May you feel the love of those who care surrounding you and your family in gentle prayer.

With Heartfelt Sympathy New Jersey Conference Lay Mrs. Brenda Lazier President

-- Anonymous, May 08, 2002

My prayers and sympathy go out to the DeVeaux family. To the family;I asked the Lord to bless you, as I prayed for you today, to guide you and protect you as you go along lifes way. His love is always with you,His promises are true, and when we give him all out cares, you know he will see us through. So when the road you're traveling on seems difficult at best. Just pray, and God will do the rest. Another light in Heaven. (Ethel Wilkes & family-Union Bethel Randallstown,Md)

-- Anonymous, May 08, 2002

Our prayers are extended to the Deveaux family on the sudden translation of David from "Earth to Glory", there is no secret what God can do, what he has done for others, He will do for you. God Bless

Allen Chapel AME Wabasso, Florida-Pastor Alfred D.& E. Mae Jones, alicia and Davida Jones and the Allen Chapel Church Family.

-- Anonymous, May 09, 2002

Several Years ago I met Rev. David DeVeaux when my home church Payne Memorial A.M.E. in Baltimore, Maryland hosted annual conference. I wish to extend my heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends. You have truly lost a great Christian Warrior! Remember that the earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal! On behalf of my pastor Rev. Michael O. Thomas Co-Pastor Rev. Debyii S. Thomas and the Payne Memorial A.M.E. Family our prayers go out to the DeVeaux family. God Bless and keep you in your hour of need and sorrow.

Valerie Vaughn

-- Anonymous, May 09, 2002

To the Family of Rev. David Deveaux:

The Pittsburgh Conference Lay Organization bows in humble submission to the Will of God in the Passing of your love one. We extend our sympathy to the family and pray that God will ever bless each of you in times like these. We are praying as Judgement Day has Drawn Nigh that your Loved One prepared for this great day to rest in the arms of his savior.

With Prayers,

Khary K. Nettles Pittsburgh Conference Lay Director of Public Relations

-- Anonymous, May 09, 2002

Bright Temple A.M.E. Church, Bermuda wants to express its condolences to the Deveaux family at this tender time. May the God of all comfort tailor His compassion and kindness to suit your need.

-- Anonymous, May 09, 2002

I offer my deepest sympathy to Bishop and Dr. DeVeaux and the entire family for the loss of your son, brother, husband and father. May Our Father continue to wrap his arms around you and comfort you with his love. E. Marie Woods, Wayman A.M.E. Church Dayton,Ohio

-- Anonymous, May 09, 2002

We extend our sincere love and wrap our arms around the entire family for the loss of a wonderful spirited,loveable son of God, David. We will miss him tremendously and was favored to know him.

Director of Lay Activities Connectional Lay Organization

-- Anonymous, May 09, 2002

We at St. James AME in Havre de Grace Md., had the pleasure of having the Rev. David Deveaux as our Men's Day Preacher in 1999 and 2000. He was blessed by God with the gift of preaching. Often times in his message he would refer to the phase,"I am going to give you this for free." Rev. David Deveaux freely gave his life in the service of the Lord. I pray that the Lord will send his comforting spirit to the Deveaux family and the many friends who blessed by David's life and ministry. Yours in Christ, Daniel Barnes

-- Anonymous, May 10, 2002

Obn behalf of the Gipson family we would like to extend to the Deveaux family our sincerest sympathy and prayers regarding the passing of Rev. David Deveaux. We were so fortunate to have shared in the life of Rev. Deveaux during his formative years in Princeton, Lawerenceville and Trenton, New Jersey. We knew David for the youthful, inquisitive and active child he was. His love for his parents, siblings and a deep respect for the African Methodism was evident even then. As David grew into a man we also were proud to see and hear of his many accomplishments both personally and spiritually. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers as we are confidant that the God we serve knows best.

-- Anonymous, May 22, 2002

Thank you all for the beautiful words about my brother David. He was a very unique person who touched many lives-- I thank God for the time that I had my "baby brother" and I am at peace with the fact that David completed his assigned tasks here on earth and has earned his heavenly reward--God is Good!!

-- Anonymous, September 25, 2002

It has been 7 months since David's transcendence and yes my heart still aches and the nights are still very long, but I will bless the Lord at all times. I miss and love my husband. It's hard to lose such a big man (smile). My teddy bear and best friend. David had a big heart, a great sense of humor and a passion for ministry. He was a phenomenal preacher, wonderful husband and exceptional father. I thank God that he chose me to serve as his helpmate. They tell me it gets easier (smile). The Lord has remained faithful. Have a blessed holiday season and thank you all for the wonderful words of encouragement and for your prayers. David's Wife, Tina DeVeaux

-- Anonymous, December 10, 2002