Celebration of Life
In Loving Memory: Daveon's Funeral Service | Homegoing ๐ Directed By. @TerrellKennedy777
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We understand that the loss of a loved one is one of lifeโs most difficult moments. For both families and businesses, this can be a time of overwhelming emotion and responsibility. At Doughboy Visuals, we offer a way to turn this sorrow into a celebration of life by creating beautiful, lasting video tributes that honor your loved oneโs legacy. Our services provide families and businesses with a meaningful, personalized keepsake that not only captures the essence of who they were but allows their memory to live on for generations.
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Name: Daveon Daquan Gibson
Sunrise: August 24th, 2007
Sunset: January 31st, 2024
Age: 16
Child Of
Name: Vonnie Westly ( Mother )
Name: Devon Gibson ( Father )
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Timestamps
0:00 Family Introduction / Arrival
1:16 First Viewing
1:55 Obituary
2:14 Speeches
2:33 Final Viewing
3:00 Burial
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Location: Chicago, IL
Date: May 24th, 2024
Directed By: Terrell Kennedy ( iPhone 14 Plus )
Edited By @DoughboyVisuals
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Hi, I'm Terrell Kennedy. I know how devastating it can feel to lose a loved one. That's why I dedicate myself to transforming moments of sorrow into beautiful, lasting memories through heartfelt video storytelling.
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On Saturday, August 10, 2024, family and friends gathered at Mount Home Baptist Church in Morganton, N.C., for the Celebration of Life service for Nathan and Amber Kistler. Mount Holly Church simulcasted their live stream for viewers on YouTube.
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Loved ones gathered on Tuesday to say goodbye to Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan at a Celebration of Life ceremony.
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In this video, I will be sharing 5 tips that may help you while planning a celebration of life for a loved one while you are grieving. Grief does not have a time limit and it can come in so many forms when you lose someone or even the thought around knowing you are about to lose a loved one. It is my hope that this video helps someone who needs it.
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Haley's Celebration of Life was amazing. It was incredible to hear from so many that loved her. It was my honor to speak about Haley. Haley and I loved watching The Chosen which was a big inspiration behind the conversation between Haley and I that I spoke about in my speech. [This video is NOT monetized.]
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Have you ever been asked with creating a slideshow but have no idea where to start?
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The Troy, Texas community held a celebration of life for The Maynard family who went missing earlier this month in Alaska and is now presumed dead.
People gathered at the First Assembly of God Church to celebrate the life of David, Mary, Colton and Brantley Maynard.
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Today's video is in honor of my Grandmother who passed away at the age of 92 on March 13, 2023. We will be honoring her with a Celebration of Life this weekend and I was tasked with planning it. Birthday celebrations are generally pretty easy but an occasion like this can be pretty difficult and it can be hard to find ideas. So in order to try and make others planning a little easier than mine was, I thought I would share what I came up with anyone who might be searching for ideas.
Then be sure to stay tuned, because I will be sharing a 2nd video in a couple of weeks showing how to put all of these items together to decorate a space for friends and loved ones to gather.
Wreath Easel Stand:
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Honoring Danielaโs 23 days of being a sweet graceful fighter. So thankful and grateful to have loved her and happy to have known her beautiful perfect spirit. Daniela was born full term but diagnosed with Trisomy 18 one week later at the University of Utah Hospital. #DanielaVivianastrong
Speaking at someone's memorial service or "Celebration of Life" is one of the saddest, most important things you'll ever do. My experience at my friend's celebration of life might help you manage your own grief, anxiety, or fear about speaking.
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Thursday, October 3, 2024 โ 11:00AM
Life Celebration Service for Bro. Bro. Frank Critton
The People's Community Baptist Church
Pastor Haywood A. Robinson III
31 Norwood Road, Silver Spring, MD 20905
Email: feedback@tpcbc.org
Phone: 301- 384-2601
Website: www.tpcbc.org
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Sunday: 10:30 am
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Thursday, October 22, 2024 โ 11:00AM
Life Celebration Service for Sis. Thelma Boyd Toler
The People's Community Baptist Church
Pastor Haywood A. Robinson III
31 Norwood Road, Silver Spring, MD 20905
Email: feedback@tpcbc.org
Phone: 301- 384-2601
Website: www.tpcbc.org
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โฃ Thelma Boyd Toler, Architect of Dreams in Federal Government, Dies at 86
Visionary Mentor Who Shaped Careers and Opened Doors for Generations
Thelma Boyd Toler, whose 44-year career in the federal government became a blueprint for aspiring civil servants, died on October 2, 2024, in Rockville, Maryland. She was 86.
Mrs. Toler's tenure as a Small Business Specialist in the Executive Office of the President was marked not just by her professional acumen, but by her extraordinary ability to envision and construct pathways to success for others. She transformed her office into a launching pad for countless careers, earning her the unofficial title of "Architect of Dreams" among those she mentored.
Born on November 3, 1937, in Tarboro, North Carolina, to Josephine Boyd Fields and Al Junius Fields, Thelma graduated from East Suffolk High School in 1955. Her leadership qualities emerged early, serving as class secretary and excelling in both the school choir and basketball team.
In her role at the Office of Administration, Mrs. Toler's responsibilities brought her into contact with multiple First Ladies. However, it was her self-appointed mission to blueprint success for others that truly defined her legacy. She didn't just open doors; she designed entire career structures, helping aspirants navigate the complex landscape of federal employment.
"My mother saw the federal government not just as an employer, but as a canvas where dreams could be painted," said Joel L. Boyd, M.D., her eldest son. "She had an architect's eye for potential, sketching out career paths where others saw dead ends."
Mrs. Toler's blueprint for success extended beyond job placements. She meticulously planned career advancements, strategically timed educational pursuits, and orchestrated departmental transfers to optimize growth opportunities. Her retirement ceremony in 2004 became a testament to her impact, attended by numerous professionals whose careers she had helped design and build.
Outside of her professional life, Mrs. Toler was a masterful architect of community and family bonds. She was an active member of The People's Community Baptist Church and held key positions in organizations like the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. and the Order of the Eastern Star.
Family was the cornerstone of Mrs. Toler's personal architecture. She designed a home that was always open, welcoming a constant flow of relatives, students, and friends. Her greatest pride was in the solid foundation she laid for her three sons: Joel L. Boyd, M.D., Herbert H. Toler, Jr., Ph.D., and Al David Toler, DDS.
"Our mother was the chief architect of our lives," said Herbert Toler, Jr. "She drafted plans for our success that included education, perseverance, and the imperative to create opportunities for others."
Mrs. Toler is survived by her three sons and their spouses, eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and a stepsister, Elnor Stagg.
A memorial service celebrating the enduring structure of Mrs. Toler's life and work will be held at The People's Community Baptist Church on October 10, 2024. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the newly established Thelma Boyd Toler Dream Architects Scholarship, dedicated to fostering the next generation of visionary civil servants.
โฃObituary
Thelma (Ann) Boyd Toler, daughter of the late Josephine Boyd Fields and Al Junius Fields was
born November 3, 1937, in Tarboro, North Carolina. She departed this life October 2, 2024, at
Casey House in Rockville, Maryland.
Thelma graduated from the former East Suffolk High School, Class of 1955. She was class
secretary as a freshman and sang in the school choir for four years. Basketball was her
favorite extracurricular activity, and she insisted her granddaughter followed in her footsteps in
the sport.
Thelma enjoyed a 44-year career in the Federal Government as a Small Business Specialist
for the Office of Administration, Executive Office of the President. In that capacity she had
personal contact with multiple First Ladies and enjoyed her role in ensuring their procurement
needs were met. Her professional success was not limited to her day-to-day responsibilities,
rather it was her ability to help others that was the crowning achievement of her life.
It was her tenacity and determination to provide opportunities for others that will be her legacy. At every
opportunity she mentored, supported, encouraged, and advocated for everyone needing a job
to apply for positions in the Federal Government. As their mentor she diligently told them when
it was time to apply for a promotion, go back to school for an advanced degree or pivot to
another industry or department when there was no opportunity for advancement. Many of them
attended her retirement ceremony in 2004 and expressed their appreciation for her efforts.
As a child Thelma attended Tyne Street and First Baptist Mahan Street churches in Suffolk,
Virginia. After relocating to Washington, DC, she joined The Florida Avenue Baptist Church
and later joined The Peopleโs Community Baptist Church.
There she was a member of the Issachar Tribal Family and her beloved Generation 1. She remained active until her recent illness. In addition, she was a Life Member, National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Potomic Valley Section; Past Matron, Zorah Chapter No. 36, Order of the Eastern Star, PHA, Rockville,
Maryland and Honorary Past Imperial Commandress and Past Imperial Deputy for the Desert
of Maryland and, Anwar Court No. 197, Imperial Court of the Daughter of Isis, PHA, Rockville,
Maryland.
Thelma loved her familyโฆand everyone was family. She was the happiest with a house full of
people any day of the week, invited or unexpected. She welcomed international students,
interns, college students and countless nieces, nephews, and cousins into her home.
Thelma was most proud of her three sons: Joel L. Boyd, M.D., Herbert H. Toler, Jr., Ph.D., and
Al David Toler, DDS. She poured her heart and soul into raising them and provided them with
an extraordinary educational and spiritual foundation to ensure their professional and personal
success.
Thelma was preceded in death by her stepbrothers Al Jr. and Walter and stepsister Catherine
and survived by one stepsister Elnor Stagg.
She leaves to cherish her memory and continueher legacy of selfless giving her sons Joel (Cheryl), Herbert Jr. (Erica), Al (Nathalie), grandchildren Kendall (Brian), Kyle (Archana), Kasey, Heather, Halle, Herbert III, Lawrence, Jacob; great-grandchildren Gabrielle, Garrett, Logan and Jermaine; nieces, nephews, cousins,
and a host of other relatives and friends.