In Loving Memory of Marie M. Walker

September 10, 1941   May 17, 2008

OBITUARY Marie M. Walker was born September 10, 1941 in Morristown, New Jersey.  She was the first of six children born to the late Harvey Jackson, Sr. and Jeanette Moorer.  Marie was educated in the Morristown school system.  She joined and was baptized at Calvary Baptist Church. Marie married James D. Walker, Sr on February 25, 1961 and they made their home in Morristown, where they began to raise a family. After a number of years, James and Marie relocated to Plainfield, NJ.  Marie worked for a short period of time as a machine operator for Design and Molding Company in Dunellen, NJ.  Marie then changed careers and was employed as a nurse’s aide for 23 years with Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center on Randolph Road in Plainfield.   During this time, Marie also joined King’s Temple Ministries in Plainfield, and she was a devoted member for 14 years until her departure. Marie loved children and was sensitive to their needs.  Known as “Block Mother”, she loved to crochet and volunteered for Sportsman League Football.  Many parents and young people can remember “Miss Walker” who babysat for them, or just watched out for them while they were at summer camp in the park across the street from her house. Marie was a respected member of the Senior Saints of King’s Temple; she participated in the “Grandparent’s Program” at King’s Temple Alternative Private School; she was an encourager Surviving are her husband, James D. Walker Sr. of Plainfield; four sons, James D. Walker Jr of Rhode Island, Robert C. Walker of Plainfield, Benjamin T. Walker of New Brunswick, and Frederick Towns of Dunellen; four daughters, Garnette M. Walker of Plainfield, Prezina M. Cagle (Ernest) of Plainfield, Detra D. Nunez of Somerset, and Stephanie Towns of Newark; her mother, Jeanette Moorer of Orlando, Florida; three brothers, George C. Jackson of Pennsylvania, Harvey A. Jackson of Morristown, and Bradley M. Jackson of Orlando, Florida; two sisters, Sarah Jane Mahr of Virginia and Blanche L. Paylor (Forest) of Orlando, Florida; 18 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren, and a host of loving relatives and friends.   Respectfully submitted by the Family  

Tonya L. Mobley  Born: 9/1/69      Died: 3/29/20

Tonya Lynn Mobley was born September 1, 1969 in Plainfield, New Jersey.  She was the first of three children born to James Edward Mobley and Sarah Catherine Kirkwood Mobley.  She attended the Plainfield school system and graduated from Plainfield High School.  While in high school, Tonya discovered her artistic ability.  She loved drawing and sketching fashion designs and wanted to be a fashion designer.  After graduating from high school, she attended the Ducret School of the Arts in Plainfield from 2004 to 2005.  She was an extremely talented artist and worked with various art mediums – her preference was Pen and Ink.    Tonya was a member of Scripture Church (formerly Shiloh Evangelistic Church) of Plainfield, New Jersey.  She sang in the choir, participated in the youth department, served in the various auxiliaries of the church, and taught in the private school run by the church.  As she grew into a young adult, she showed a particular concern for the youth that attended the ministry and the school.  This concern grew to include the youth in the city of Plainfield.  In 2006, Tonya started working with a youth flag football program to help keep youth off the streets and out of trouble.  She worked with the parents and advocated for the youth with the school system.  Tonya required those who participated to bring their report cards for review, and she monitored their school attendance and classwork.  In one particular instance, she disciplined and vouched for a student who had been suspended from school and he was re-admitted.     In June of 2008, Tonya moved to Alabama.  She gained employment through USA Medical Center located in Mobile, Alabama.  While living and working in Alabama, she became a licensed foster parent with the Mobile Department of Human Resources.  She was also an advocate against homelessness and worked with the 15 Place Homeless Shelter that assisted in placing families in safe, non-threatening environments.  Tonya was always looking at the needs of others ahead of herself.    Tonya relocated to New Jersey in 2016 and was gainfully employed by Sanofi US in Bridgewater, NJ.  She also launched her own business as a product marketer.  She enjoyed what she did and was always busy.  She pursued her passion again, getting involved in advocacy for youth.  She initiated an Anti-Bullying Youth Forum in the city to help confront the issues of bullying in and out of schools.  While working on that program, she also worked with other community activists to form a Community Networking Committee for the city of Plainfield.    Tonya leaves to mourn her passing, her parents, Sarah and James Mobley, brother, Thomas Mobley (Kim), Somerset NJ; sister, Teresa Mobley, Plainfield, NJ; brother, Edward Nettles (Andrella), Brewton, AL; sister, Jeanette Davis (Michael), La Mirada, CA; three aunts:  Stella Johnson, Seattle, WA, Helen Jordan, Memphis, TN, and Wanda Kirkwood, Tacoma, WA; one uncle, Robert Gantt, Somerset, NJ; nieces, Tykara Mobley, Lena Nettles; nephews, Thomas Mobley, Jr., Damare Mobley, Michael Davis, Jr., Jarrett Davis and a host of cousins, relatives and friends.

Evangelist Frances K. Fleeton Name : Evangelist Frances K. Fleeton Age : 77 LOCATION 77, Branchburg, New Jersey Frances K. Fleeton passed away peacefully April 3, 2015 surrounded by family and friends. She will be remembered for her volunteerism; the profound life lessons she taught & Godly life she lived. Celebration Service: Sat April 11, 10-11am viewing; service following St John’s Baptist Church, 2387 Morse Ave, Scotch Plains.

Leroy Kirkwood Leroy Kirkwood was born September 9, 1932 in Eads, Tennessee to the late Andrew and Channie Kirkwood. He departed this life at 7:45 am on Thursday, July 11, 2002. Leroy was one of nine children and attended the Fayette County school system in Tennessee. They were a musically gifted family, and it became evident early in his life that he was a blessed man. He miraculously escaped a devastating excavation accident, which took the lives of others, but he was saved. God a work for him to do. He went on to meet and marry Dorothy Morrow in 1951, and relocated to Kenilworth, NJ in 1952. God blessed this union with 10 children: Ruby (Jimmy) Parrott of Vineland, NJ, Gladys (Myron) Kirkwood-Harris of Piscataway, NJ, Calvin (Rachel) Kirkwood of Madison, IL, Clyde Kirkwood of Piscataway, NJ, Gary (Sonja) Kirkwood, Sr. of Somerset, NJ, Valerie (Willie) Jenkins of Piscataway, NJ, David (Toya) Kirkwood of Somerset, NJ, Vernon (Audra) Kirkwood of Somerset, NJ, Carole-Lynne Kirkwood of North Plainfield, NJ, and Anthony Kirkwood of Piscataway, NJ. Leroy attended Refuge Church of Christ, Scotch Plains, New Jersey and was baptized under the leadership of the late Bishop Robert S. Grayer and received the gift of the Holy Spirit under the divine inspiration of Evangelist/Bishop Lymus Johnson. Leroy was a very generous man, who despite his tests and trials was always willing to help others. He was a gifted carpenter, a man full of wisdom, whose wisdom and advice were sought out by many who worked with him and knew him. Leroy was a righteous man who loved the Lord and he loved music. He helped many and lived his life to help his family. Leroy was always found with a positive outlook and enjoyed life. All that he came in contact with respected him. He was a man of great thoughts and was blessed with a keen business sense, which he passed on to his children. He was employed by Volco Brass and Copper Company located in Kenilworth, New Jersey for over 32 years. He retired from Volco Brass and Copper and gained employment with the First Presbyterian Church of Dunellen, New Jersey, where he was employed for 16 years before recently retiring in June 2002. Leroy has spent over 20 years actively supporting King’s Temple Ministries Church, where he was a member of the King’s Men’s Fellowship, the Distinguished Senior Saints, and the King’s Temple Steering Committee. He worked tirelessly both spiritually and naturally renovating, constructing, teaching and advising wherever he could. He always said, “Don’t ever burn the bridges that bring you over, because you never know when you may have to go back across them!” As a Member of the FISH Organization, many families have benefitted from his generosity and helpfulness as he simply drove through the cities passing out bread, food, clothing and kindness. He loved to watch his children perform musically and working together in the house of God. He lived a full and happy life and will be missed by his devoted wife, Dorothy, and his loving children, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, four sisters—Helen Jordan of Memphis, TN, Thelma Jordan […]

Mother Dorothy Kirkwood Mother Dorothy Kirkwood was born on June 10, 1935 in Eads, Tennessee to the late Eddie Joe and Rosie Morrow. She departed this life at 8:13 pm on Saturday, August 18, 2007. Dorothy attended the Fayette County Schools and was always eager to learn. However, she obtained her best education through life experiences. Dorothy, being one of 11 children, learned very early the art of being a true mother. As a young girl, she expressed a desire to learn more about Christ, often questioning her father about Acts 2:38 and other passages of the Bible. God was working, and the divine calling was evident in her youth, as she wanted to know then— “would she be saved?” Her hunger for righteousness was stirring within. Many are called, but few are chosen! When her mother passed, she was only 11 years old and took on the responsibility of raising her 10 sisters and brothers. Eventually, she met and married her life partner, the late Leroy Kirkwood in 1951. To this union was born 10 children: Ruby (Jimmy) Parrott of Vineland, NJ, Gladys (Myron) Kirkwood-Harris of Piscataway, NJ, Calvin (Rachel) Kirkwood of Madison, IL, Clyde Kirkwood of Piscataway, NJ, Gary (Sonja) Kirkwood, Sr. of Somerset, NJ; Valerie Jenkins of Piscataway, NJ, David (Toya) Kirkwood of Plainfield, NJ, Vernon (Audra) Kirkwood of Princeton, NJ, Carole-Lynne Kirkwood of Plainfield, NJ and Anthony Kirkwood of Piscataway, NJ. Leroy and Dorothy, along with their 4-month old baby girl, Ruby, journeyed to New Jersey with $6.50 in their pocket. Yes! $6.50 and a dream of making a new life for themselves. They soon affiliated with the Refuge Church of Christ, under the late Bishop Robert S. Grayer. At age 17, Dorothy accepted the water baptism in the Name of Jesus and was filled with the Gift of the Holy Ghost according to Acts 2:38. This was her first step towards her desire to be saved. She actively participated in many areas of the church including the Senior Choir, the Missionary Department, Women’s Council, Sunday School and ABYPU Youth Department. Being led by God, she began serving under her Son, Pastor Gary Kirkwood, Sr. She served as Senior Missionary and Church Mother, a Member of the Distinguished Seniors Fellowship, and a volunteer “Granny” for the King’s Temple Christian Alternative Private School. She was licensed and ordained for the edification and spreading of the Gospel. What a mighty work! God’s manifestation in Dorothy carried through in her position with Harvest Radio WKMB, where she actively worked to spread the simple Gospel message. Many lives were touched through her daily prayer and teaching over the airways. Dorothy was a true mother in every way! She believed in the scripture, which stated “train up a child”. She embraced this responsibility with love and always looked to see the good in people. She worked diligently in the home teaching and guiding her children, spreading the gospel and showing love. She often visited neighbors, fellow-saints and family enjoying prayer, singing and discussing God’s word. The challenges of life made her strong and instilled an even greater hunger for God’s righteousness. Dorothy has fought […]  

Evangelist Frances K. Fleeton Name : Evangelist Frances K. Fleeton Age : 77 LOCATION 77, Branchburg, New Jersey Frances K. Fleeton passed away peacefully April 3, 2015 surrounded by family and friends. She will be remembered for her volunteerism; the profound life lessons she taught & Godly life she lived. Celebration Service: Sat April 11, 10-11am viewing; service following St John’s Baptist Church, 2387 Morse Ave, Scotch Plains.