William Howard Dove

10/19/1943 - 07/06/2020

Obituary For William Howard Dove

William "Sonny" Howard Dove, 76, died Monday, July 6, 2020 at his residence.

Due to the limited space in the church and COVID 19 mandates the service will be shown on Oscar facebook and YouTube. There will also be a live streaming in the Monsignor Jones Family Life Center for those unable to be seated in the church. Everyone MUST wear a mask to enter the buildings.

A viewing will be held Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Oscar's Mortuary.

The funeral Mass is 11:00 am Monday, July 13, 2020 at St. Paul Catholic Church 3005 Country Club Rd. New Bern. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Eloise Teel Dove; daughter, Tiffany D. Dove; son, Victor J. Dove and Juleon H. Dove; three grandchildren, Taylah J. Dove, Negasi B. Dove, Zuri G. Williams; step-daughters, Kendra Adams and Nicole Bagley; sisters, Dorothy Dove and Jonetta Eileen Dove; one brother, Monroe Hassell; two uncles, Willie Clyde Edwards and Guy Peartree; sons of the heart Nathaniel Johnson and Derek Short.

In lieu of flowers mail donations to National MS Society P. O. Box 1652 New Bern, NC 28563, American Heart Society 3219 Landmark St # 9A, Greenville, NC 27834 or charity of your choice.



Guest Book

During this silence time peace, and graceful prayers To your family, precious lord take thy in time of grieving and sorrow, take thee to a peaceful place to rest and yearn the power of the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit ... With ❤️ Shaunterria

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To the Dove Family: We were stunned and saddened to learn of Sonny's passing. We remember well the kind service of him and your family when our parents died. You have our deepest sympathy. Loretta Ryder and Family

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Dove Family, Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, please be strengthen when you look back on the memories you shared with uncle Sonny. May they help comfort and bring you peace tomorrow. Beyond the sadness of saying good-bye is the peace of knowing you're connected forever in love. After knowing the close bond that you shared with uncle Sonny, I am sure you are going through the most difficult and trying time. God has you in His arms and I have you in my heart. Zeb Gibbs and Hicks Family

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Dove family, may the peace of the true God and his Christ comfort you always. -Joseph Bizzell

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Tiffany, Victor, and Juleon, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. Sonny was always quick with a smile and a wave whether we saw him at St. Paul's, NBHS, or just around town. He was a good man and will be missed by the greater New Bern area. May the memories of Sonny sustain you and may you find comfort in the Lord. In sympathy, Mr. and Mrs. Terry Fuhrman

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Our Condolences Roy and Murphy

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The family have our condolences Roy and Anne Murphy

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With Deepest Sympathy. We will continue to keep all in prayer Elder Willie & Rosa Johnson, Sr. Charlote, N. C.

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We send our condolences to the family. We will continue to keep the family in Prayer. Sonny will be missed Elder Willie & Rosa Johnson, Sr. Charlotte, N C.

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As I sit in quiet repose taking a moment to lament on my treasured friendship with William "Sonny" Dove, I will continue to pray for his family and Oscar's Mortuary. I'm blessed to have shared my life with my friend. I pray that Almighty God wil give his soul eternal rest and peace. God bless and keep all of you in the hollow of his hands. RIHP SONNY Joseph B. Cutchins, Jr Cutchins Familly Morturary & Cremations

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As I sit in quiet repose taking a moment to lament on my treasured friendship with William "Sonny" Dove, I will continue to pray for his family and Oscar's Mortuary. I'm blessed to have shared my life with my friend. I pray that Almighty God wil give his soul eternal rest and peace. God bless and keep all of you in the hollow of his hands. RIHP SONNY

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You have brought so much comfort and peace to many people in their time of need. The God of all comfort ,grace and peace is at work now assuring you the return of your sown seeds in your time of need ! ~ with much condolences and God"s blessings , The Family of The Late Kenneth M. Bell , Sr.

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Rest on Sonny!!!!! I thank you and your family!!!! Julietta Jones Murphy and Family

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To the entire Dove Family: Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of bereavement. You have comforted so many in our community over the years; so we pray that you are comforted with the same comfort you have given to so many others. Sincerely, John Fonville & Family

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To the Dove Family.... Sending our deepest sympathy... We will continue to pray for all of you. May God continue to comfort you. We love you guys!! You have comfort most of us during our most difficult times and we appreciate the entire Family. Vic, Ju and Tawan my buddies.. Keep your head up and stay strong the rest of the Family.. Continue making Sonny Proud -Sylvia Minor(Dump) & Family of Bayboro NC

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To the Dove Family: We, the Evans family, extend our heartfelt condolences. We pray that God will comfort each of you during this difficult time. We will definitely miss Sonny as he has touched so many lives. May God bless each of you. Diane, Barbara and Earl Evans

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To the Dove Family: Please accept our sincere condolences. Our prayers are with your family. Memories of Sonny will live on through the many lives he touched. Eula Monk and Family

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So glad to have had you as a friend, R.I.P Sonny.

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My deepest condolences to Eloise, Dorothy, Eileen and the Dove Family. Your Loved One's Legacy William Howard Dove mostly known as Sonny by all. Sonny, A Christain leaves a legacy through his walk of faith that does more than point us back to a wonderful life rememberedit also points us forward in hope to an amazing celebration that is to come. 1 Corinthians 2:9 Eyes has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him. Praying that God will give you comfort for your sorrows today, hope for what is yet to come, and the assurance of His presence with you always. In Christian Love and Sympathy, Mrs. Cynthia Carter-Richard and Family, Laurelton, New York

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To the Dove family: we are so sorry about your loss of Sonny. We will always remember him and his kindly ways during the loss of our many family members. Our heartfelt and deepest condolences. Psalm 34:18. Brenda Forbes and Foye Family

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Our condolences to the Dove Family. Wishing you peace, blessings and comfort. The Dillahunt Family

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With heartfelt sympathy to the Dove Family. We are truly sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Barbara Guion James and the Guion Family

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Our sincerest condolences the Dove Family. We're all saddened by our dear Sonny's sudden departure. He has always been such an encouraging, compassionate man with Godly wisdom. Sonny will truly be missed. Just know that we are keeping you all lifted up in continuous prayer. We loved him and we love each of you. George & Debra Bell and family.

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HELLO, EILEEN & DOROTHY AND VICTOR MY HEART IS SAD TOO.. YOU GUYS WERE GREAT TO THE PUGH FAMILY WHEN OUR FATHER DIED..WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH EILEEN MY CLASS MATE YOU'RE A GREAT FRIEND;DOROTHY,VICTOR & FAMILY YOU GUYS HANG IN THERE..GOD IS STILL IN CHARGE..BLESS YOU

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Dove Family, We were extremely saddened to hear of the sudden loss of Sonny. We pray God's Grace will comfort you and keep you today and tomorrow. You will continually be in our prayers. Junior and Nancy Allen

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My deepest condolences to the Dove family. My the love of God and the sweet fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Tiffany Scarlett

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Shirley Koonce and family (Tarvaris-TT and Tiffany-Birdie) would like to extend out deepest condolences to the Dove family. Sonny and your family have been a staple in the Eastern NC community for several decades. Your family has served us all with dignity and respect during our most difficult times, showing us compassion and love. There are no words to console at times like this but know if there's anything we can do are here for you. We love you.

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With our deepest sympathy as you remember Sonny. May God continue to bless you and comfort you. Sincerely, Sherman Collins and Family - Hampton, Virginia

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To the Dove Family our sincere condolences. Our prayers are with you. We will miss him reading on Sunday mornings and greeting us after mass. Bryan & Davis families

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It was heart breaking to hear about the passing of our dear friend"sonny"to the family we pray that God blesses you with strength in this time of sorrow. Sleep on our dear friend. Family we know you are hurting but God is there with you so just hold on to Jesus and ride out your storm. Rev. Rudolph shannon jr and Elect Lady C.O. shannon DIVINE REVELATION M.B CHURCH

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To the Family, it brings great sadness to me and my family to hear of the loss of Sonny. My heart aches for all of you as Sonny has touched many lives, he has carried the torch for so many years and greater and cared for so many family and lives. Always a smile and kind words. His favorite statement when I was in his presence, if he didn't know the person I was with he would say"who is your family ". He was such an awesome intricate in New Bern and surrounding areas. Sonny you gained your wings and caught people by surprise. Even though the people know and need you God needed you most. A legend an leader for sure. I am so happy our family has the bond of being a part of your family for many decades. It started with our parents. May you rest in Heavenly Peace, as your works are done and you lead by example. Love and blessings to the Doves as you lay Sonny to rest. Paula Robinson & Family

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To the Family, it brings great sadness to me and my family to hear of the loss of Sonny. My heart aches for all of you as Sonny has touched many lives, he has carried the torch for so many years and greater and cared for so many family and lives. Always a smile and kind words. His favorite statement when I was in his presence, if he didn't know the person I was with he would say"who is your family ". He was such an awesome intricate in New Bern and surrounding areas. Sonny you gained your wings and caught people by surprise. Even though the people know and need you God needed you most. A legend an leader for sure. I am so happy our family has the bond of being a part of your family for many decades. It started with our parents. May you rest in Heavenly Peace, as your works are done and you lead by example. Love and blessings to the Doves as you lay Sonny to rest.

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Eternal Rest to my Uncle "Sonny" Dove! May God eternally rest your soul! Thank you so very much for your service! It is well with my soul! Great job most faithful and humble servant! From Jacqueline Ford-Jean Sykes Jackson's Daughter!

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Our deepest condolences to the Dove family.

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To The Dove Family, Our hearts go out to you all. You have mourned with us during our own times of breavement and were blessed to maintain your professionalism during this time that is so personal to us all. May the Lord's favor touch you all and the memories we all share serve us well in our future lives. We mourn with you as time heals wounds and memories never fade. The Tripp, Guion and Pollock Families.

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Our entire community grieves with your family. I extend my sincere condolences and send prayers for peace and comfort to each of you.

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Thinking of the Legacy & the shoes that were filled when Oscar passed! William Sonny Dove you did that! A pillar in the community the city & the region helping countless families & businesses along the the way! A great man, kind, generous & loving family man ... I can call My Friend! Sleep in power Sonny ... My Sincere Condolences Sympathy & Prayers goes out to Eileen & Dorothy & The Entire Dove Family & The City of New Bern, NC ... I grieve with you! Sincerely ... Ann Boone Howard & Family & Jacquelyn Howard Maloney

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Ann Boone Howard & Family

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Ann Boone Howard & Family

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Thinking of The Legacy & the shoes that were filled when Oscar passed! William Sonny Dove you did that! A pillar in the community the city and the region! Helping countless families & businesses along the way! A great man, a kind & generous & loving man ... I can call My Friend! Sleep in Power Sonny My Sincere Condolences Sympathy & Prayer to Eileen & Dorothy & The Entire Dove Family ... I grieve with you

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We were saddened by the unexpected passing of Sonny. To be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord. We know he is resting with Him now. Every time we saw him, he always said something funny before we left each other. Rest in Peace Sonny. You are gone but never forgotten. Mike and Joan Sidberry and Nicole Fisher

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My condolences to The Dove Family. I will always remember how comical Sonny could be. May God watch over you and keep you during your time of sorrow. R.Shury Heckstall

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+ IT IS WELL WITH HIS SOUL

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sunny sons we will always remember that they was bless to have a lovely mama and a lovely father that show them the way the lord should them how to love people the way he love them and their daughter i work with is so kind GOD BLESS YOU ALL LOVE YOU SISTER JENNIFER

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Our prayers are with the family. May God's constant strength guide you through this time of loss and grief. The Fahy family

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His Nickname Sonny, Fit him Well. He always had a smile whenever you saw him. May God Comfort you and Bless and Keep you. Rev. & Mrs John L. Gillyard.

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Eloise, Eileen, Dorothy and the Dove Family: On behalf of the Petteway Extended Families, I send our very sincere and deepest condolences. Sonny and the Dove Family have always been family friends, beginning with our late mother Sarah and the late Mr. Oscar. Your Family was her New Bern, where she was born and raised, connection. It always seems that whenever I returned to Beaufort, I would always run into Sonny. We would briefly chat about various and many things until the next time. I will miss those chats and our Families will miss him also. With our deepest regards, Robert Petteway.

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My dear friends: Our hearts are grieved at the passing of Sonny. We continue to regard you as family after over 50 years. Be blessed with memories, peace and comfort. Love you guys Alvin and Jackie Hill, Fayetteville, NC.

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We are praying that God will grant each of you the strength you need to make through this time in your grieving. James & Geneva Henderson Hephzibah,GA

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Dove family, my heart is so heavy right now. I am in disbelief that he has left us. But I know that our God will give you the strength to carry on with the torch. We love you all. Greta and Michael, Greensboro, NC

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Keeping you in our sincerest thoughts and prayers. Mr. Sonny will dearly be missed by all. Pastor Johnie L. Smith and Lady Wanda Smith.

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To the Dove Family, So sorry to hear of your loss and our dear friend Sonny. May God continue to BLESS and comfort you. With deepest sympathy and prayers, Ben & Pat Ollison

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The Hudson's are still in disbelief of Sonny's passing and we are sending our Sympathy and love. Our heart are heavy because he held a special place in our family. You are not grieving alone because he was loved by so many. Just know our prayers and love are with the entire Dove family.. Sonny's work is well done. He was a blessing, and touched many. RIP Sonny we love you and you will truly be missed. Love always Betty & The Charles Hudson Family

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To the Dove Family, we were deeply saddened at the news of the untimely death of Sonny. We pray for you during this time of grief. But we also give thanks to God for having known Sonny-a man who was a true example of Christian love to all who knew him. May the Peace of the Lord be with you always. Clarence & Wychulia Stewart(Nashville, NC)

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To The Dove Family No one can imagine the pain you are feeling now after losing someone who was such an important part of your life. May you find comfort and peace in all the memories that will forever be a part of your heart. Deepest Condolences Mr. & Mrs. Jerry L Farrow

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To the Dove Family, our hearts are so filled with sadness right now to hear of the passing of someone who was so loved. We send our deepest condolences and sympathy. May the Lord bless and keep you at this difficult time. Love to you all from Diane and Randolph Gardner

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James Flemming and the staff of Flemming Funeral Home wish to extend our sincere condolences for the loss of your Loved One! Be Encouraged!

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Taylor family sending heartfelt condolences.

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To the Dove Family my thoughts and prayers are with you. Praying for strength and comfort. Bert Johnson and Family. North River

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so sorry to hear of the passing of Sonny. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Dove Family and we pray for God's comfort and peace upon your family during this very difficult time. David & Thelma Walker

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To Tiffany and the Dove family, the Climbers Club sends our prayers to console you at this time. May the memories of his well lived life, his love of family and community, and his passion to help the brokenhearted give you peace and strength to carry on. Rachel P. Anderson, President

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Sincere Condolences to the Dove Family, May God continue to bless you all with the strength during this challenging time of sorrow. As a family, you're the pillar in the community that embodied the business of home goings with dignity, grace, compassion and love. Sonny was a true leader in foreseeing the earthly transitions of others into heaven. As the Foye family, we personally thank you for this endeavor with the late, Vernon Foye Sr., Pearl Foye, Philistine Foye, Arnold Foye, Elvin Foye, George Foye and others resting forever peacefully. God was ready to gift Sonny, this preparer of angels, with eternal life and missing him will be heart-churning. Thus keeping you all in prayer, may his spirit and the unforgettable memories bring you all comfort. Most Respectfully, Eleanor Foye-Howell & Family

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We are truly saddened by this sudden loss. To the entire Dove family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.....The Trinity Chapel AME Zion Church Family, Rev. Dr. Gwendolyn Parmley-McCloud, Pastor

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My Buddy Sonny, Thanks for all the phone calls of laughter and good times whenever I repaired your shoes. May you walk gracefully into heaven my brother! Remembering You Always, Perry Howell Marietta, Georgia

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To The Dove Family Please Accept Our Love and Prayers At The Transitioning of Your Loved One and Our Forever Family Friend Sonny. Your Family Has Served Grieving Families With Excellence For Many Years and It Is Our Prayer That You Receive A 100 Fold Return Of That Service During This Difficult Time. Weeping May Endure For A Night But Joy Comes In The Morning. May God's Peace Rest on Each of You and Give You The Strength To Carry On. John F. Bryan,III (Johnny), Donna K. Bryan Fisher, Kathy Bryan Grate and Families

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To the Dove family we are deeply saddened for your loss and we send our condolences and deepest sympathy to you. "Uncle Sonny" was a Father figure, Mentor to me and a strong Patriarch to his family. He leaves a Legacy that has been sustained in time and will be passed on through generations by his Sisters, Children, Grandchildren, Family, Friends and the Community. He was always kind, patient, funny and his attitude towards life and people were caring and genuine. As I quote Charles Swindoll. "Attitude, to me is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstance, than failures, than successes, than what other people think or say or do. It is more important than appearance, giftedness or skill. It will make or break a company... a church... a home". Sonny's life exemplified the love, understanding, patience, humor, and attitude required to leave a great legacy. To the man I called "Uncle Sonny", Rest in Peace. To the family, we ask God to give you strength and peace in the loving memories you have in your hearts and minds John 14:27. We are praying with you and for you. Love Marion & Diane and the Curry family.

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RIP Sonny Boy, Ozie jr.

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Condolences goes out to the family of the late William Howard Dove. I remember him via Henry Dancy who is my cousin and also Sonny is in a photo that I took with my dad and retired Sheriff Edgecombe County as this funeral home carried out the service for my wife daddy in law. Curmilus & Brenda Douglas Dancy II Pinetops NC

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To the Dove family, we were so sad to hear of the death of your Love One. Sonny was always generous with his time and advice for our church. We feel your loss as we share in his passing. St. James Rocky Run is available to you for the comforts that Our God affords. Your Pastor Rev. Philip Jones, First Lady, Mrs P.C. Jones and the St. James A.M.E. Zion Church Family

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To the Dove Family, may our prayers and heartfelt condolences bring the Dove family comfort at this difficult time. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4 (From The offsprings of the late Arthur "Jack" and Vernettia Randall)

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I would like to express my deepest condolences to the Dove family in the loss of Sonny. Sonny has always been kind, patient, friendly, helpful, and professional. He was so very supportive to our family during our times of bereavement. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be greatly missed. Love, Kenney Vee Davis & Family

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TO THE DOVE FAMILY MY R WITH THE FAMILY. MAY GOD BLESS U ALL. AS LONG AS WE HAVE JESUS CHRIST~~WE ALL WILL NEVER WALK ALONE. MR. SONNY IS EMBRACED IN THE ARMS OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST

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To the Dove Family, Learning of Sonny's passing was simultaneously shocking and disheartening. We all know there is a day set for us to depart this earth, yet when that day arrives, knowing the inevitable doesn't ease the pain of losing a loved one. Ecclesiastes 3, 1-8 states: To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance; a time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing; a time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away; a time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak; a time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace. Sonny, I can truly say I grateful for all the time that God allowed me to share with you. My cousin, friend and trusted confidant. I will truly miss you. I will hold my memories of you close to my heart. Love you forever. Victor,Juleon, Tiffany, Eloise, Dorothy and Eileen please know you are always welcome in my home, whatever the the need may be. Deepest Condolences, Cousin Hazel, Allison, Stephanie and Kelvin

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To: The Dove Family, We were saddened to hear of the passing of sonny. We pray the love of GOD enfolds you and your family during your journey of grief. Praying that the peace of GOD will bring you comfort and courage to face the days ahead. With heartfelt sympathy, Lydia Gooding & Family

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We send our heartfelt condolences to the Dove family. Sonny will be greatly missed by people from many communities who he positively contributed to! He wonderfully used his respectful, compassionate, professional and humorous traits to support my family and many other families as we were grieving the loss of our loved ones. We pray that God will comfort your family during the earthly loss of someone so very respected and loved. Brenda Carter Sinclair and the family of the late Learn (Pete) and Nora Carter

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To the Dove Family, may God continue to strengthen the entire family. A beautiful Soul has been called home. He was cut from his own original piece of cloth, there is no substitution to be used. He was a man of such Integrity, and he will truly be missed smiling all the time. God bless the entire unit, hold each other up, and continue to always love on one another. Elijah and Paula Jones.

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To The Dove Family, Sonny was a dear friend and he will truly be missed. May God continue to bless you during this time of bereavement. Carl A. Trice

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To Dove's family, my heart goes out to all of you during this difficult time. I am offering my deepest condolences. Continue to lean on each other, but above all Lean on the Father in Heaven.

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With our deepest condolences, we the Midgette's of Alliance NC would like to say to the family that we will miss Sonny and we appreciate the service he had provided to our family over the years. Rest now!!!

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My deepest Condolence to you all. God Bless each one of you. He's gone never forgotten. My buddy rest in peace.

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To for the Dove, Sorry for your loss, My loss also Sonny will truly be missed. Karen George AKA Cherokee

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To my buddy, I will miss our talks and seeing you. Rest In Peace cousin, Sonny. Love, Muchaneta McClow

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Only God knows what our heart feels,We have known this family since 1973.You & your Father along with Robert Swindell came to pick up our father at his departure .So our knowing you all goes a little deep.But our prayers & Love will continue to be with all of you at this time.With heartfelt Prayers & our Condolences goes out to the Dove Family.Ruth & The Green Family from Bridgeton.

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GOD HOLDS OUR HAND. WE HAVE NOTHING TO FEAR..OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE DOVE'S FAMILY..FROM THE FAMILY OF THE LATE BENJAMIN AND SUSAN HARGETT

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To our cousins the Dove Family, our sincere condolences to you. We're all going to miss Sonny, with his magnificent professionalism, infectious smile and big heart. May God bless you mightily during this time of sorrow. Attorney Elwood and Diane H. Becton and Family

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To our cousins The Dove Family, words can't express the lost we all feel with the passing of Sonnie. You all have our deepest condolences and are in our prayers. If there is anything we can do to be there in this time of need please let us know. -Vivian Garfield-Smith, Joan Garfield-Johnson, Robin Smith, and Michelle Johnson

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Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences over the passing of Sonny. He was such an icon not only to the New Bern community but many surrounding areas, especially Harlowe. He will be deeply missed. Know that the entire Dove family is in my prayers. May God shine upon you and always during this difficult time. Ann McCabe Beamon

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Thanks to Sonny and the Dove family for all the comfort and support exemplified during the loss of our parents and brothers. Sonny's character and wonderful sense of humor will be deeply missed. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ.God Bless.. The Lewis family Dianne Lewis and Myra Gaines

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To the Dove Family, please accept my deepest condolences to all of you. For a brief moment, I was in total denial. But, our LORD knows my heart cry's out to because I can't reverse what our put in place.

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Though your heart must hold deep sadness at the lost of the one you loved, may it also hold the blessings of the life you shared and the love that will always be a part of you. Keeping you close in caring thoughts and prayers. Issac (Bossman) and Belvina Nelson

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My prayers be with the family. May God's comfort and care see you through. Freda Kinsey

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To the Dove Family, with heartfelt sympathy We the Cannon Family in Oriental, North Carolina, praying for the family, and that God will strengthen you during the Hour. We appreciate the service you all rendered to my Husband, in 2018, we can't express the service you did for us as a family. We are continually praying for the healing of the Dove Family. Sophia Cannon and christen Gary and Dennis Cannon, Olinda Green, Ellen Cannon, Hattie Boone, and Grandchildren

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The Walker family (Bert, Ruth, Lillian, Avon, and Joe) of Newport, celebrates the life of Sonny Dove as we extend our love, prayers, and condolences. We are grateful for the seasons of life we shared, the blessing he was to our family, and to the community at large.

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Sending our prayers and condolences. Vicky Tatum, and Catherine Newby & Family

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With deepest sympathy, the Moore's Chapel M.B. Church family extends our condolences to the Dove family. May the peace that passes understanding and rest in Christ be yours as you're comforted by His Spirit.

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To the Dove Family May the Lord Bless you and Keep You .Catch The Wind of God's Spirit and allow God to be glorified, revealed in your actions fueled by your faith and exercise your Power Of Witness and you will not be disappointed. The vision, promise, expected end may tarry but keep pressing forward, it will come to pass. Today, be encouraged, although the circumstances of people, places, and things do not and stubbornly refuse to cooperate with your life and life more abundantly, you have the wind of God's Spirit. Catch The Wind and be, lifted and blown into the exceedingly, abundantly, more than you can ever ask or think by the power of His Spirit working in and through you! Love Y'all Dearly Cassandra Mathis Jones, Krystal Jones Hargett, Kelvin Hargett , Richard and Carolyn "Yukie" Gillis Hughes and Family

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Expression of My deepest sympathy to you, Eloise, Eileen, Dorothy, his Children and the entire family and extended family. I met Sonny at my Mother's house, every time I came home, he was surely be there visiting, eating and falling asleep in the chair. He became a member of our family!! Was supposed to come visit to make plans for my "going home burial" , but didn't make it. God is in control. May God bless and comfort us with the memories and loving spirit of our "brother " ..his smiles, laughter, jokes...and knowing that Sonny's spirit will live with us forever!! That death cannot diminish the ways your husband, father, brother touched your and my life!! Grief cannot take away our beautiful memories of "Sonny " Lottie

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Thinking of y'all and keeping you all in our prayers. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you all today, tomorrow and the days to come. Love, James and Carolene Shepard and Family

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To the Dove Family we send our condolences. You all are in our prayers and know that the Target Family will truly miss him. Wiley,Verna,Tanjanika New Bern, N.C Terrance Ford Greensboro, N.C

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The Arnold Wilbert family is keeping your family and the Oscar's Mortuary family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sonny was a great man and will be remembered.

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Sending a very special Pray and the deepest sympathy for the Dove Family. May God continue to be with you during this difficult time. God bless you! From The Blanche and Linster Simmons Family in the Rocky Run community

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To the Dove Family we offer our most heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your precious beloved. There are not enough words to express our feelings of of sadness, but Sonny left a beautiful legacy for our community. He touched so many lives in a positive manner. His presence will truly be missed. Keeping each of you lifted up in prayer. Rev. Wheeler Blount, Officers and Members of Mt. Calvary MB Church,! New Bern

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To: Tiffany,Victor and Juleon sorry for your loss, my prayers goes out to you and your family, remember god is the beginning and the end he will always be there for you . Jesus is LOVE stay blessed and don't forget when things feel bad just cast all your problems upon him. By his stripes we are heal. Love always, Keithan Phillips

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So sorry to hear of the passing of your love one Mr. Sonny. You guys are so special to our family in Harlowe. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during your time bereavement. Love Always Marilyn Foster

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To the Dove Family, Brenda and I offer our condolences to you at this trying time.We will never forget the trips we made together going to the NFD&MA conventions. Sonny was always the life of our group and kept everybody in good spirits. Our trips will never be the same! Know that you are in our prayers. Johnnie & Brenda Dove

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The Dove Family-we are keeping all of you in our prayers and know God never makes a mistakes. David & Edna Kearney and family

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To the Dove Family and staff/MGT. of Oscars Mortuary. The New Jersey Homer Credle Jr. family expresses our deepest sympathy per the loss of our friend, brother, and compassionate soul, "Sonny". We will never forget how Sonny, Eileen, and Dot wrapped their loving, professional arms around our family thru losses of our beloved Mother and Father. That special "support" continued to be our rock thru that transitional time and support afterwards. Sonny was the one who's words and "wit" lifted us up with laughter just when we needed it. I will miss my visit's with him when in New Bern, but rest assured, he is in God's house now, a mighty "GOOD" place to be. God bless you Dove Family. Kenneth Credle and the New Jersey CREDLE family

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PSA. 121:1-2 I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made Heaven and earth! Keeping you in our prayers and asking God to strengthen your minds, souls and bodies in Jesus name, Amen! Elder Barry Squires,Sr & St. Peter Baptist Church Ministries, Inc., Aurora, NC

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Mr Sonny thank you from the time I was a little girl when I could recall attending my grand father Mack Mccaffity passing you showed my grandmother Rose so much love and support . You got your wings a true angle !! I'll always cherish our running into each other at Crabby Patties when you called me little Ann and how we have to stop meeting at funerals... You will forever be remembered!!!! Much love to you and your family....

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Whenever you saw him, he was always the same, very pleasant. Our condolences to the Dove family. Take your rest Sir, take your rest. Desiree Marshall

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Prayers of peace and comfort are extended to the Dove family during this difficult time. We grieve with you! RIHP "Sonny!" Erroll L. Royal - Raleigh, NC

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Your grief is our grief as all who knew him loved him. He wore multiple hat....the hat he always wore with me was that of a comedian...I would start laughing before he ever approached me....I smile now thinking of him. May he rest in peace. JEWEL MOORE

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To Eloise, Eileen, Dorothy, Tiffany, Victor, Juleon and the entire family, no words can describe how any of us feel at this time, however there is a Loving Heavenly Father who knows all things and HE know each one of us by name and what each of us need to carry us through each day, so I am committing us all to the keeping of our LORD JESUS CHRIST who is more than able....and may our Lord bring you and your family the much-needed peace during this sad time. My condolences and sharing in your sorrow with love for all of you, your families and all the families as far reaching as the lives Sonny touched throughout his earthly sojourned...may GOD our FATHER bless, comfort and keep us all....Pastor Marion Bell Hill, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Havelock, NC

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To the Dove Family..With much love and affection,as we try to console the ones who have consoled so many of us, may God who has seen us through times like these also see each of you through. Isaiah 54:3. You are not alone in your grief. Others have felt the same waves of sorrow and the same hope that you are going through. Don't be afraid to lean on others. Laverne Thomas, Velma Simmons, Shyella Smith & Our Family

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To the Dove Family. We are get sorry for your lost. Our hearts and prayers are with you all. We pray that God will keep you all strong during during this time and the times ahead. We love you all, and God bless you. The Barber and Mayfield families.

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To Dorothy and Eileen and the rest of the Dove family, my deepest sympathies for your loss. May God bless and keep you. Helen, Carolyn and Darlene Bronson

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Our condolences and prayers are with the Dove family. If you need anything, please let us know. -Mike Evans and family

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To the Dove family, Dot & Eileen, it is with sadness to even think Sonny has passed. Oscar's Mortuary and the city of New Bern has lost a jewel. He loved people. After burying my entire family, he would always ask after services, was everything alright. Always had something to say to uplift you and make you laugh. I know he will be missed , but think of the good times and good memories for the days ahead. You have always been there us and prayers are with the entire family. Continue to lean on each other. Barbara Banks Frost& Family VA Beach, VA

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To the Dove family, Dot & Eileen, it is with sadness to even think Sonny has passed. Oscar's Mortuary and the city of New Bern has lost a jewel. He loved people. After burying my entire family, he would always ask after services, was everything alright. Always had something to say to uplift you and make you laugh. I know he will be missed , but think of the good times and good memories for the days ahead. You have always been there us and prayers are with the entire family. Continue to lean on each other.

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You have my deepest sympathy James Blango and family

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I love you all and want to there ,but God know best From Ruthie Moore, NEPTUNE New Jersey

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To the Dove Family. I want to share my sympathy and condolences to the family. I am so sad to hear about your brother's passing. No one knows what to say at a time like this. I pray that you all are doing as well as can be expected. May God be with you all and the family always. LaVerne Moore Frazier Douglasville, GA

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Words cannot express the sorrow I feel. Praying you receive comfort, knowing how much Sonny was loved, and will be missed. Shirley Hukins Chappell & Family

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I have known Sony all my adult life he has served my Family (Midgette) for decades he was always showed compassion to the families in there time of bereavement.he will be missed Sleep on my Friend,and enjoy your Reward

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Our prayers and expressions of condolences are extended to the Dove Family in the passing of one of New Bern's greatest. Sonny and family have provided excellent care and professionalism to many families in Eastern North Carolina, including our own, over the years. His down to earth nature and humor will be missed by many. Mrs. Dove, Tiffany, Victor, Juleon, Dorothy, and Eileen, we pray for your continued strength now and in the days to come. The Harris Family-Beverly, Walter, Darrell and Kendall

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Our deepest condolences Mr. Sonny will be truly missed. Such a beautiful person. All the way from North River, NC

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On behalf of Mr. Chester Clack, Mrs. Ethel Taylor and the entire staff of Hunter-Odom Funeral Services we offer our sincere condolences to the family. Know that we are praying for you and with you during this most difficult time.

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The family of the late Ezekiel Ernest Moore, Sr. of Blounts Creek, North Carolina would like to extend our heartfelt condolences on an incredibly great loss. We'll never forget how supportive Sonny was during the loss of our loved ones. He was professional, friendly and had such a caring spirit. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers and our hope is that the love and support from your family and friends gets you through this difficult time

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To the Dove family - our deepest condolences for the passing of Sonny. I will always remember his smile. Sincerely, Raymond Collins and family

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My condolences to your family. Sonny was always friendly to me. He will be missed. Jeff Thomas

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Dorothy and Eileen....We are sorry to hear about the sudden death of your beloved brother Sonny. He left a great legacy that will never be forgotten. We thank the Oscar Dove's Mortuary family for your commitment to the community. Today, you continue to provide excellent service. Your family stand on the shoulders of greatness - 2nd & 3rd generation - still providing love, respect, and kindness to families during their time of need. You were there for our family when Mom & Dad passed in the 1990s. We will never forget your kindness. A donation will be made in Sonny's name. Our condolences. Shrone Franks Wooten & Franklin Wooten, Stafford, VA.

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Pembroke and New Bern has lost a great man who was always a kind soul. Whenever you met him he was always the same. To his family we pray that the Lord will give you the strength to endure this moment and time to know and understand that Sonny has moved on to a new mission from God. In the end we'll all meet again in a better place. From the Williams family, Charles, Edward, James (Ronnie), Greg, and Lucy.

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Our hearts were broken when we learned of Sonny's passing. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers as you celebrate his life. He shall be greatly missed. Having known Sonny is truly an honor. Rev. Bobby L. Simmons , Sr. on behalf of the Shade and Mattie Simmons Family of Jacksonville, NZc

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We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. William "Sonny" Dove. Losing a loved one is never easy and the Management and Staff of Hunter-Odom Funeral Service want to express our most sincere sympathies to you during this time. Mr. Dove was a highly valuable and well respected member of the funeral service entities. The effects of his passing are being felt here. Please accept our sincere condolences.

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To The Dove Family May God Bless you doing this time of Bereavement. Sonny was a very kind person. He knew no stranger. Betty Whitney & Family Hopewell Virginia.

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Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Dove family. May God keeps his arms around you to give support, comfort, and strength in your time of need. Praying for the family. Ann Allen and Watkins family

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The Hackney and Barnett family,we're so sorry for your loss. A great man of God will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family. We love you much,may God continue to confront you and your family. Dora,Tina,Tremon.

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To the Dove Family, weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. We were all so very hurt to learn of the passing of Sonny. In addition to serving our family professionally, he served us personally as a very dear friend. He will be missed so very much. Just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God bought you to this and He will bring you through it. The Family of the Late Mary Carroll Erlinda, Cheryl, Michael, Lisa, Cynthia

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My condolences for his family. You have been blessing my family & myself. You're in my prayers & may God continue to bless you !

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My deepest condolences to the Dove family! Sonny will definitely be missed by many! He will always be a part of our family. We will continue to keep you all in prayer. Michelle Pelham and Janet Edwards Murray.

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To our cousins, The McAllister family of Rhoadestown Rd, Jacksonville offers our heartfelt sympathy during the bereavement of your father "Sonny"

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With heartfelt sympathy my condolences to you and the entire family. Sincerely, Lutonia Hill

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My sincere Heartfelt sympathy and condolences are with the Dove family in the passing of your love one, Sonny will be truly missed around the community. Rest In Peace Bonnie Woods & Family

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To Vic and family, our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. May god bless you at all times. Sorry for your lost .Danielle George and family

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Our Deepest Condolences to the Dove Family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. -Mr & Mrs Larry Godette and family of Teaneck, NJ

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To the Dove Family: My sincere condolence is extended to you. Sonny was a very personable and friendly person. He will greatly be missed. Hazel P. Smith, Mesic, NC

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Our condolences to the Dove family with our deepest sympathy for your loss from the Dove family from comfort North Carolina our prayers are with you!

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To the Dove Family:My sicere condolence is extended to you. Sonny was a very personable and friendly person. He will be greatly missed. Hazel P. Smith, Mesic,NC

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You have our deepest condolences and we continue to your family in our prayer. The Reels Family

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To the Dove Family, on behalf of the Holloway family, we are deeply sorry for your loss. Sonny was always a joy to be around. We cannot express the many thanks to Sonny and Oscars for the many services provided to our family over the years. He will be truly missed and his legacy will live on. With Sympathy, Love and Prayers, The Holloways ~Tisha Holloway-Tripp

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To The Dove family - May the "Memories" comfort you and strengthen you through this difficult time - Sonny will surely be missed! Rev 21:1-5 Mrs. Darlene Hargett-Verdejo

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To Eloise and your family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May God guide you and keep you strong. Susie Kitchin

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My most heartfelt condolences go to the Dove Family.

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To the Dove Family, You have our condolences in the loss of Sonny. He was a wonderful person and will surely be missed. Mr. & Mrs. Erwin Godette & Family.

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Juleon, Victor and Tiffany and the rest of the family, prayers to you all and it will certainly be different not seeing "Sonny". Tedra Harris Brown

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My condolences to the Dove family but to you Mr Dove, Sonny, thank you for being a servant, a friend and a professional in our county and the surrounding counties. Your kind words, sense of humor and concern made others feel better at a difficult time. Thanks Mr. Dove for a job well done and appreciated.

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To the Dove Family, your family have our deepest sympathy and condolences. We will continue to keep the Dove family, and all families Mr. Sonny touched in prayer. May GOD continue to Bless each one of you! Michael and Lavonda Davis-Owens

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Remembering my friend William "Sonny" Dove and the Dove Family. You are in my prayers. Howard Bell, Wilmington, NC

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Condolences to the Dove Family Sonny will truly be missed. Evans & Satchell Families

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Our condolences to the Dove Family. Thank you for your services and friendship. You are in our prayers -Jackie Foye-Roy & the Foye Family

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Hope it helps to know that others are with you in thought and sympathy With Deepest Sympathy Eddie and Faye Ballard

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May each tear that falls be a gentle reminder that you and your loved one meant so much to each other, and that no loss or sorrow, time or distance can ever take that away. With Deepest Sympathy Margaret Simmons

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May God bless you all with peace that surpasses all understanding during this time. Thank you for being there for all of our families over the years. The community will be there for yours during this hard time. Rest in heavenly peace, Mr. Sonny! Love, Carla Ollison

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Praying for comfort and peace for the Dove family; Sonny will be greatly missed. This is truly a heartache for all that knew him. Love Candace Richards and family

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My deepest condolences to the rest of the family. Sonny your contributions to the living and dedication to the resting are unmatched you are truly missed but will never be forgotten I love you RIP. Cousin Charles E. Carter JR. & family of Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Really going to miss my Buddie, Really going to miss you my Friend. sleep well Samuel D Lewis{Say Yay}.

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you Dove family during your loss, Thank you for over 30 years of serving our family, R.I.P. Sonny. The Davis Family from Mill Pond Road in Bayboro.

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Sending prayers of comfort to the Dove Family. Sonny, a friend of the community will be missed. -Mable Singleton-Murrell and Family

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My condolences to the entire Dove family. My husband and I spoke with Mr. Sonny last month when my mother-in-law Mary Nelson passed. We are so sorry for your loss and will pray for your peace.

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To the Dove Family:Our thoughts and prayers are with you.May God give you peace .Cherish the memories. Mr.and Mrs.George Bragg

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Sharing in your sadness as you remember Sonny, we offer our deepest condolences to the Dove family. He will be missed. Respectfully, Doris B. Collins and Family.

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Condolences extended to the Dove family. I pray that you will cherish to memories. Sonny was an amazing person. He will truly be missed. Love Tracy Hart and family, New Jersey.

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To the Dove family, with a heavy heart I offer my most sincere heartfelt condolences. Words can never express what Sonny has meant to our community and our families. Our lives will be forever changed without his presence. Praying for your mental, physical and spiritual strength. May God bless each of you. Desiree Singleton-Grant & Family - New Bern

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From Minister Felecia B. Collins and family. We grieve with you. Truly sadden to hear of the passing of Sonny, Each of you have always felt like family to me and my boys. We love each of you. Sonny will be truly missed by all of us! Keeping everyone in our thoughts and in our prayers. May God bless and keep each of you.

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Our deepest condolences to the family during your time of bereavement we cherish the wonderful memories of the professional services of caring for other families. Sending Special prayers for the Dove family. The J.T. Barber High School Class of 1970 members!

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On behalf of the Mundine family we send our deepest condolences to your family. We pray that the Most High will bring you the peace that only he can bring in this hour. Your family, and establishment has been a blessing to our family during our time of sorrow, and to so many in the our communities. We are so proud to have your establishment serve us in our time of need, and if in any way we are able to return the kindness we are but a call away. We appreciate you Dove family, and all you do. May you always be blessed Love the Mundines

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To the Dove Family may you find comfort in The Lord above for he have you all in the palm of his hands. Sonny indeed will be missed for he was a kind and friendly person the same everytime you saw him. Willie Blango Sr. and family

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Our deepest condolences to the Dove family for the loss of such a loved and endeared family member and pillar to the community. We pray for your strength and ability to press forward in upholding the great legacy Mr. Dove continued to build upon in these regards. With great sympathy, Anthony & Dawnshe' Clare

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Condolences to the Dove Family. Our prayers are with you all. Sonny will truly be missed. May God give you comfort and peace. Sonya Norris and family.

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My sincere condolences to the entire Dove family . May God grant you peace and comfort at this time . Sonny will surely be missed because of the wonderful person he was . May he rest in heavenly peace. Doris Nelson

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To the Dove Family, we just wanted to let the family know that we're so sorry for the lost of your brother, may Jehovah God Holy Spirit comfort the Doves's family's. The family's will be in our hearts and prayers. Truly, Debra Hall Herring & Family

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My sincere condolences goes out to entire family for their loss. Sonny was a big part of my childhood memories of my summer visits to New Bern as well as his visits to NY. I feel as if I lost an uncle and I know that the New Bern community will surely miss him Sherwood Stallings

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Condolences to the Dove Family. So sorry for your loss.. May God keep you in his arms and may he give you all the strength to hold onto his unchanging hand. Cousin Naomi Howard

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Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. May the Holy Spirit comfort the family during this time of sorrow and His Steadfast promises of eternal life give you peace. Mr. & Mrs. Luther Tootle, Jr.

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To the entire Dove family, The grief you are feeling is shared by so many. Losing Sonny has fallen heavy on our hearts, we are family and we are here for you. We can't begin to express our sincere sorrow. "Sonny" left an impression on everyone he came in contact with, we loved him and can't imagine life without him. A gentle Giant, brother and a true servant to mankind! Although there is no adequate comfort, we hope his spirit is always by your side, looking over each of you. The Godette and Crawford Family.

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Tiffany, Dorothy and Eileen, my heart aches for you. I pray you will be wrapped in God's comforting embrace. I a truly sorry for your loss. Ginger Langdon

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I remember that good ole fashion talk we had when you came to visit just after my uncle died, your comforting words will say with me a lifetime. So many people love and respect your genuine spirit that will be truly missed, you'll be forever in our prayers. To the Dove family our deepest sympathy for each of you. Craig and Theresa Simmons

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I am so sorry to hear of Sonny's passing. May God bless each of you during this time with his loving peace, love and consolation. You know how much you family meant to my mother Mary and I and my family am eternally grateful for the love you showed her. May Sonny rest warmly in the arms of the almighty and may he govern R.I.P! Love, The Munford Family

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God Bless the Dove Family. I extend my Condolences to the Dove Family. Desiree Mundell Collins, Baltimore, Maryland

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Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal from the Jones family ours prayers and sympathy goes to the family may God ever keep you in his care Amen Solomon Jones

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Our Condolences to the Dove Family. I will miss you "Sonny Boy" Otis Collins and Family

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My heart was truly sadden to hear of Sonny's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Sonny has been a tower of strength to so many over the years and will always be loved and truly missed by all. I pray God continue to shower you all with His love,strength and blessings. V.D. Merritt Bowman Silver Spring, Md.

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Eloise, Tiff, Vic, Juleon, Dot, Eileen, and the rest of the Dove family. "Sonny Boy" was truly a family man. He was so special to our house-hold and we will forever cherish all of the memories he left behind.

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At this time when words can't tell you all that our hearts would say, Just know this message brings our love and sympathy Barbara Cooper and Family Cove City

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To the Dove family, we send our condolences. Sonny was always a pleasure to be around. He was always full of joy and laughter, and always had something to say. Goose was heartbroken when he heard the news. They were buddies and always had a story to tell. He will surely be missed by the both of us. He said he lost the 3 good ones, Bob, Bell, and Sonny. RIP, my friend. Charlene & Jerry

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To the Dove family, we send our condolences. Sonny was always a pleasure to be around. He was always full of joy and laughter, and always had something to say. Goose was heartbroken when he heard the news. They were buddies and always had a story to tell. He will surely be missed by the both of us. He said he lost the 3 good ones, Bob, Bell, and Sonny. RIP, my friend.

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With Deepest sympathy. Celia Hargett and Family

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Dove Family...I will miss him so much....always a good friend and the pillar of community, he was such a good soul and will be missed by all Keeping you all in our prayers

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Sending you the Dove family our condolences, R.I.H.P Sonny The Dixon, Armstrong and Nelson family

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Sending my condolences to your family. I pray for peace and comfort in this time. May God continue to wrap His arms around you for support. Brenda Hill and family

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My love and prayers goes out to the Dove during this difficult time. Felicia Moore and family

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To the Dove family, this is to express our deepest condolences in this time of great loss for your family. Sonny was one who will never be forgotten. He was compassionate, uplifting, and also an exceptional professional. He was a friend. Our prayers are with your family at this time. Linda Murrill Clifton and family

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My condolences to the Dove Family. May God comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. Mary Hickman Jackson, Raleigh,NC

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To Dorothy, Eileen and the Dove Family, please accept my condolences. Praying that God will uphold and strengthen you during your loss. Sonny will be missed. Thank God for the service Sonny and your family have provided to the community. Sending love from my heart to yours. Sandra Franks Harding Charlotte, NC

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To the Dove Family, with my and my entire family, you have our sincere condolences. We want you to know your loss is our loss. We love you guys. I remember from a very young age Sonny and his daddy coming to visit us in Pamlico. We will continue to keep you all in prayer. Alma Harris & Family

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With sadden hearts, we send love and prays of comfort to The Dove Family from Alexandria, Virginia. We meet Sonny for the first time when we entrusted Oscar Mortuary with our Beloved Mom (Charlotte Hill Moore). I remember Sonny's warm smile as I entered the building as if it was yesterday. May The Dove Family and Oscar Mortuary's Staff find comfort in knowing that Sonny was One of a Kind. You didn't need to know him a long time to see this. Thank you again Sonny for all the care you took of Our Mom. The Family of The Late Charlotte Hill Moore

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So sorry for your sudden loss. Peace & love to all of you! The Pickens family

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To DOVE'S Family from Foskey's you are our prayers and we thank you for serving our community with so much gratitude you will be missed

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We will miss his smiling face and wit! Our condolences to the family. Yoneka Moore Trent & Family

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PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY RENA REED

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Sonny served our community well. He was the epitome of customer service and will be sorely missed. May the peace of God comfort you all. -Lois Frazier Murphy, Linster & Sadie Frazier

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My heartfelt sympathy to the Dove family, may you realize strength at this trying time. William H Johnson Hamden CT

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I sent my deepest sympathy to the Dove family during this sad time. Mr.SONNY was a great friend and businessman within his community and in New Bern. He will be truly miss. I pray that God will give you all comfort and strength during this sad time. My prayers are with you44 all. Kathy Gillette and sons (Chris and Justin)

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My Love and prayers are ever ascending for a wonderful family, Eloise, Tiffany, Victor, Juleon, Dorothy and Eileen. Apostle Hilda Jones

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Eloise, Dorothy, Eileen and the entire family, our hearts are saddened by the news of Sonny's passing, but we believe he is resting in the arms of Jesus. He was a true servant of the most high King and he served well. His last act of service to us last week was well received! Be encouraged, he left a living legacy! Blessings on y'all . . . Bishop Charles and Pastor Marion (Smith) Dudley

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We send our deepest condolences to the Fove family. Oh what wonderful times we had leaving Kinston heading to Newbern with Mrs. Romona Dove Slade. Great times to spend time with Sonny and family. It has been a great journey to be apart of such a wonderful family. Daughter of your cousin Fred Dove (Bishop Eartha Dove Jones Mumford.

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We send our condolences to the Dove family, we pray your strength in the Lord. James Coleman and Family.

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You Will Truly Be Missed. Love You Cuz, From: Zenobia Elaine Holmes And Family.

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So sorry to hear of Sonny's passing. He was always so comforting in our family's time of need. Always had a smile and a word. I will put your family in my prayers. Linda Hodge Chavis

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So sorry to hear of Sonny's passing. He was always so comforting in our family's time of need. Always had a smile and a word. I will put your family in my prayers.

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Our heartfelt sympathies are extended to the Dove family and the staff of Oscar's Mortuary on the loss of Mr. Sonny Dove. ~Kenny & Dawn Odham Jones and the staff of Odham's Flower Shop.

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We are going to miss you Sonny Love Ronald Fenner @ the Fenner Family raleigh N C

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We are going to miss you Sonny Love Ronald Fenner @ the Fenner Family raleigh N C

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We are going to miss you Sonny Love Ronald Fenner @ the Fenner Family raleigh N C

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To The Dove Family - Learning about Sonny's passing has left me in a state of disbelief. The first thing that I thought about was last seeing him when our mother, Louise Murrill, passed away and you all assisted us. Then I started thinking about when and how this kinship began. I began in 1990 when our father, Willie Murrill, passed away and Oscar's Mortuary assisted us. I think I can safely speak for the Murrill Family when I say that Sonny, along with the entire Dove Family, has always shown us nothing but love throughout the years. Please know that the feeling has always been mutual. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you struggle to get through the days ahead. Queen Murrill McSwain and Family

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Deepest sympathy to the Dove family during this time of tragic loss. Sonny is now among the cloud of witnesses and present with the Lord. Peace be with you all.

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Heartfelt sympathies to the entire Dove family. Wonderful memories of Sonny and his professional care for others. He is already missed. -Regina Green

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To the Dove family .. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Bishop Mary L. Simmons.

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Sonny's passing has left an indescribable void. His love to mankind, joy and laughter shared with all of us is truly unforgettable! Family, just know that we loved him and all of you are in our prayers! Stay strong and keep the business flourishing! Cousin Anna Bell & the Carter/Frazier families of N.Harlowe.

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My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Jo Teel

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Thinking about the family at this time of loss. Our prayers are with and for the family at this time. Paul and Gwendolyn Hicks

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Praying for you and your family...From:Lottie Simmons & Family

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Our deepest condolences to the family in your time of bereavement. Our hearts are sadden due to the loss of a great pioneer in the community. Seems as we have lost a member of our family as well. Sonny was a great spirit. May God give you peace, strength and understanding during this time. Your Trenton NC family Renae, Terrence, Kayla, Jamison, Lennie, JT, Neil, and CJ. The Brown, Brimage, Berry, & Guion families.

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With prayers, and heartfelt sympathy, may God be your comfort in sorrow and bring peace and strength in the days to come. Linda C Hill & Family

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Please accept our condolences! Awesome man and a wonderful caring family. Our prayers are with you!

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To the Dove family you are in our thoughts and prayers we pray that God gives you the strength and comfort you need to get through this difficult time. Sonny will truly be missed may he RIP. Mr& Mrs Larry Norris and Family.

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With deepest sympathy, we grieve with your family in the home going of your love one Sonny. A person of love and dignity who shared love and comfort so many times to so many people in his own loving way. "GOD is LOVE" he sharing this love around his throne with Sonny, his mother, his father, and many of his other love ones. Our prayers are with the family. Pastor Effie Bryant and Love for God Mission church family

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Our Deepest Condolences To The Dove Family. May God Give You Comfort And Peace During This Difficult Time. The Scott Banks Family

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To the Dove Family, I remember Sonny at the age of 26, when my father passed in September of 1970. Sonny came to my mom's home and walked her through all the paperwork for her spousal benefits and for her children. This work the beginning of a family not because of funerals but because of who you all are. Good people who will help in a time of need. I say to you all look to the hills for whence your help comes from and God will carry you through. God bless you all.pk3mpb3 Celestine Cannon, Rita Vereene and Eric Cannon, Miss Annie Cannon children

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Praying for you family and our community as we remember the great legacy that Sonny left us with. Your family is a great pillar in eastern North Carolina God bless and strengthen you during this difficult time. The Nixon, Littlejohn and Smith Family

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Dove Family, May God continue to Bless the Family doing your lost.

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My heartfelt condolences to you Eileen, Dorothy, and the entire Dove family. Eileen, I remember when you comforted my family when my mother died, and this speaks for the entire legacy of your family; so caring and our New Bern strong. Sonny held it down, and will always be in our memories and hearts. We've always known each other from school days. God bless and comfort you all. With love, Linda King and Family

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Our Deepest Condolences to The Dove Family. Spruill&Sykes family

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So very sorry for your loss . Keeping your family in prayer. Debbie Sasser Love

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My condolences to the Dove family, may God strengthen you during your time of bereavement. Lori Davis, Pollocksville

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I meet Sonny over 30 years ago. He was always smiling and kind. He never saw a stranger. I am so sorry for your loss. He was truly a wonderful person. I am glad that I was his friend. Barbara Morlock

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To the Dove family: I send my deepest condolences. My prayers and thoughts go out to the family. Jermaine Smith

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Our deepest condolences. Our prayers are with you, love Dale and Sheena Bryant

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our deepest condolences to the Dove family, our prayers are with you. Dale and Sheena Bryant.

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Sonny will truly be missed, but he will live on through his love ones. He was a very kind loving person to everyone. Dove family our condolences and prayers are with each of you. We love each of you more than words can say. Sincerely, Lillie Bryant, LaLether Shepard Sutton, Sheila King, and all our family members

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My deepest condolences to the Dove family, Michael Moore

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The United Worship Center Family send condolences to the Dove family, as we remember the compassion the Sonny shared with us as well as the community. Our prayers of peace and comfort are with you. God Bless you!

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Our Prayers are with the Dove Family at this time. May God and keep you in his arms. Mr.& Mrs. Terry Jarman

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Sonny you was an original man. You will be miss.Prayin for the family. Pat Strong

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No words can express what Sonny was to our family and all the families in his service! Take your rest, Sonny! You will be missed! Family we love you and GOD'S PEACE! Wolf and Jacqui Gibbs Matthews!

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Dear Dove family, Eastern NC has tremendous loss, and you have our deepest condolences. Mr. Sonny is a leader's leader. As your family has provided a steady hand and calm assurance to countless people during their bleakest hours, my family and I pray for your strength and comfort. Oscar's Mortuary is more than a business; it is a ministry. Another great Titan has fallen. Jodi George and family

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To the Dove family: May you find comfort on knowing God is a good God. He knows what's best for us. Sonny Boy will be missed.You are in our thoughts and prayers.Frankie & Dale Gibbs Family

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To the entire Dove Family I send my deepest condolences. The Smith Family loved some Sonny Dove and he will be greatly missed. For some odd reason, it felt like Sonny was supposed to have been here forever. He fought a good fight and he won the course. Legends live forever through their offsprings, so Vic, Juleon and Tiff y'all got this!Love Tawanna Smith and Family

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Words can't express the heaviness of hearing about Mr Sonny. Our very own legend of our community. Prayers to the whole family of strength and peace.

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The memories are too numerous! I'm lost for words at the moment but I want to let the Dove family that you are in my thoughts and prayers, Christine Moore

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I am so sadden to hear about the passing of Sonny. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I always enjoyed being in the presence of Sonny. He was such a kind gentleman and had a heart of GOLD. Family, just remember, "God is our refuge and strength and He is a very present help in trouble." Carol Stevens-Atkinson

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you are in our thought & paryers, @ this time. of need. jame & Sadie Johnson & family.

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My fervent prayer to the family. I am going to miss you Sonny Dove! Dr. Ed Bell, Raleigh, NC

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My family is sending sincere condolences to the Dove Family. I remember Mr. Sonny through my parents especially through my mom Sadie Godette. When my mother passed 2 years ago July , he was very helpful and he reminded me of their friendship during their middle school years after her moving from NY to New Bern area. My mother was not only friends with Mr. Sonny but also the late Mary Dove. I am also so grateful of Mr. Sonny, his daughter and his sisters during my moms passing, therefore,I pray Gods comfort for the Dove family during the passing of Mr.Sonny. God Bless! Sonji J. Godette-Lewis,PA-C (Alonzo Lewis) and Family

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My Prayers and thoughts go out to the family. R. Keith Whitfield Sr.

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To members of the Dove Family, our prayers and sympathies are with you during this most difficult time. May you find peace in the many fond memories that "Sonny" leaves behind; memories that reflect "family, friends, laughter and love". Again, our prayers are with you. Ken and Freda Williams

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Our condolences from the Gulledge family we will keep the Dove family in our prayers

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Our deepest condolences to the Dove family. You are in our prayers. Thomas Midgette and family

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To: the "Entire Dove Family We were sadden to hear the going home of your beloved husband, father,brother,etc.. Please know that this family has been offered up in prayer. We know God will bring each of you through this great loss. Don and Evelyn Smith

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Dove Family - Hope it helps to know that others are with you in thought and sympathy. Yvette Davis

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To the entire Dove Family: OE3ur love, thoughts, and prayers are with you. We are so very, very sorry. We loved Sonny as well as all of you. God will never leave you. Starlin and Pamela Beatty

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Ron and Thelma Miller offers our deepest sympathy. We are praying for the Dove Family.

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. -Clarence & Ida Arrington, Rocky Mount NC.

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This is hard to believe. I just saw you Friday at Mr Gaskins Funeral. You will truly be missed.

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To my special friends Dot and Eileen, There is so little I can say or do to comfort you. I am sorry to hear about your beloved brother Sonny's passing. He was a good man and he wii be missed. I wanted to let you know that others care and are grieving with the Dove Family. Oscar's Mortuary has always been there for the community...to comfort other families when death knocks. We are here for your family to lean on. Praying for the family George Douglas Franks, Charlotte, NC.

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Claude and Mary C. Campbell, Vanceboro, NC

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Please accept our condolences in The loss of your husband, father and brother our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

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May the peace of the lord be with the Dove's family. Continue to trust in God guidance. May the grace & mercy of God continue to give you comfort and healing. Rick Stewart & Carolyn Sampson

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Our Prayers are with the whole family!!! John & Joy Jones

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May God comfort the family at this hour of need. JAFBFGH

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You are in our thoughts and prays. Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church Kitchen Staff

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Dove family,We are praying and thinking of your family as you celebrate your love one Sonny Dove remarkable life and the memories shared. Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. We love "Sonny" as a Brother, Friend, and most of all A Family man. May your Memories give you peace and comfort. Blackmon Family of Charlotte NC, Carter & Norris Families of Havelock NC

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Eloise may God comfort you and the Dove family during this difficult time. Sonny was a true friend to all of us and he will be truely missed. Mildred and I send our sincere condolences. Gene & Mildred MCCabe

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My thoughts are with you during this time. i am so sorry for your loss. "Sonny Boy will be in our hearts and memories forever." Wishing you strength and peace during this hard time. With deepest sympathy, David Rone and Patricia Patrick-Rone

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I forgot to post my name Charlene Washington

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To the Dove Family, I'm sorry you're going through this difficult time, and I'm praying for peace for you and your family. Charlene Banks Richards

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My thoughts are with you during this time.Wishing you strength and peace during this hard time.Sonny was a character and we all loved him.I remember one evening after a program by the Men's Fellowship Chorus he came up to me and told me my daughter and niece had been cutting up the whole service.I went to find them and started fussing them out.Guess who had them cutting up? Yours truly Sonny Dove we laughed about that forever.He has always been a people person.I hope it comforts you to know that your grief is shared by all of us who knew Sonny Dove.

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Condolences to the family, prayer from Fronsheena

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Mr. & Mrs. Louis J. Moseley III (Sug & Melisa) extends our deepest sympathy to the Dove family. Pray that God will comfort you in your time of sorrow. For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favor is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. Psalm 30:5

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Eliose and Dove Family, Our prayers are with you for comfort and peace. Love, Mike & Teresa Lewis

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Our heartfelt condolences. May God comfort you as the Dove Family has been a source of comfort to so many families. The Barnes & James Family

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To the Dove family. On behalf of the Frazier family, we send you heartfelt condolences, prayers and love. Sonny will definitely be missed as he was loved by us all. May you all be comforted by the Precious Holy Spirit during the days, months and years to come. Reta Frazier

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May God be with the Dove family during this most difficult time. Life has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Pastor Thelma Nelson

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My deepest condolences to the Dove family. May your hearts and souls find peace and comfort. Jackie Nelson-Lee

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To the Dove Family "Sonny" our cousin our friend and Family Historian you all have our Love and Deepest Sympathy we are all Saddened by your Lost he will truly be missed. Mrs.Maryann Smart & Warren Smart &The Dudley Family

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Sympathy and prayers go to the Dove Family. You have been there for our family over the years and we are here with you in spirit and prayer. May God comfort your hearts. The Family of Edward (deceased) and Nora Bryant

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Condolences to the Dove Family. We thank you Brother Sonny for being a part of your "Joyous Life". Prayers and Love, RIP SONNY. Moses Harrell and Family.

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To the Dove family...Victor..Juleon...our prayers and thoughts are with you all and the rest of the family...The Frazier family will always be grateful for all Uncle Sonny ever did for us and the many family members we have loss...Funerals just won't be the same without seeing him...but he is resting now...from all of the pain..and reunited with his parents...its going to be hard...trust God and know he never make a mistake...we love you all and if you need us please don't hesitant to call upon us as we suffer alone with you all..

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Eloise and family, Thinking of you and sending my prayers. Sincerely, Sarah Thomas Jones

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So sorry for your loss

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To my family my hearts is heavy knowing we have lost another warrior very kind,respectful,man that would do anything for you. Just know my prayers are with you. God is our strength lean on him. Love Always cuzzin Jearline Howard

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To my dear cousins, I am deeply saddened to hear of us losing our dear cousin.... I will be available if you all need me for anything, give me a call

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The Family of Fred Tillery offers our Deepest Condolences to the Dove Family.

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Our Condolences to the Dove Family

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Dove family, my heart goes out to all of you during this time. Please remember to lean on each other and know you are not alone in your grief. Bob Burns & Bonnie Baker

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Remembering with you, the life of a beautiful servant. My deepest condolences.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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