Donald Killins Obituary in Phenix City at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc

Obituary For Donald Killins

Mr. Donald Killins, 68, of Columbus, GA passed Tuesday, July 11, 2023 in Columbus, GA.

Funeral service will be held 3:00 p.m. EST Saturday, July 15, 2023 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home. Burial will take place on Monday, July 17, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. EST at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery, Ft. Mitchell, AL.

Donald Bernard Killins was born May 12, 1955, in Ocala, FL to the late Susie Long and the late Dan Killins, Jr.

He was a graduate of Edgewater High School in Orlando, FL where he was actively involved in sports, dedicated to football. He served in the United States Navy for over nine years as a Radio Communicator.

Donald enjoyed employment as a cook for most of his life. His last job was with L&S food services in Ft Benning, GA before retirement. He was a licensed ordained pastor, who served faithfully at Hallelujah Praise and Worship Center, Inc. as Co-Pastor until his death. He truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures such as cooking, taking photos, collecting historical artifacts, traveling, and chatting with friends and family. He was very passionate about ministry and serving others. He spent relentless hours giving back to the community by serving SACVET (South Atlantic Center for Veterans Education and Training), The House of Mercy and Quia’ Kitchen’s ministries.

Mr. Killins was beloved by many and never met a stranger. Many affectionately called him “Papa D”, even those not related to him. He was a faithful servant of God who shared a kind word to everyone he met.

He was preceded in death by bonus children, Roderick (Brandy) Toombs and Phenequia (Chavis) Bell.

He leaves behind wonderful memories to his dedicated wife, Valerie Killins; children, Victoria Thompson (Timothy), Joshua Thomas, and Caleb Killins; bonus children, Sonya Coore (Douglas), Jeremy Jones, Gladys Toombs, and Tommie Smith (Tanesha); sisters, Cheryl Washington, Angela Killins, Tracey Killins, and Brenda Killins; brothers, Dan Killins, III and Jeffrey (Nina) Killins; mother-in-law, Alberta Johnson; brothers-in-law, Jerome Jones and Joseph Bates; sister-in-law, Daphne (Armond) Aisola; aunt, Essie (Oscar) Brown, and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and Members of Hallelujah Praise and Worship Center Inc.

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DaVida Miller sent Ocean Devotion for Donald Killins - July 14, 2023

Victoria & family, I'm sorry for your loss may my gesture of comfort reach your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. DaVida Miller

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Ervin McKinzie sent Red and White Handled Basket for Donald Killins - July 14, 2023

Deepest Sympathy
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Pastor & Lady Lenora McKinzie and the entire Church Family

Johnny B. Neal, III sent Mixed Spray for Donald Killins - July 13, 2023

Our Deepest Condolences to the Killins family during your time of bereavement.
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Beautiful Dreams was sent for Donald Killins - July 12, 2023

I will always remember our time in prayer in the early morning hours. The Love in your voice for our God and your Queen, I know beyond a shadow of doubt you loved them both with all your heart. No doubt you are now with your heavenly love.
"Surely" is the assurance we talked about last time we prayed together and "SURELY," Grace and Mercy followed you all the days of your amazing journey.

Victoria we never met your Dad, however we were told what a wonderful person he was. May God blessed and keep you and your family We love you.
Leroy and Lorna

Dear Family my best friend always remember throughout this time God got you, he has his child's back Victoria Thompson, I will always remember my best friends word's and action's about her dad, love your best friend and family and always remember God got you, love Aretha Faulk best friends from Wauchula Fl.

We the Mccrary family would like to extend our love and support to the Killian family, my Granny Adella loved herself some Papa D and Mrs V,he always had a smile on his face and always had a great heart, he will truly be missed, sending love from Butler Ga.

My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Your husband was a great man of God, and he will truly be missed. My heart and thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I hope that you and your family can find some peace and comfort in the days ahead. My heartfelt sympathies are with you and your family at the loss of your beloved husband. Love you dearly, Mrs.Simone Fields

I will definitely miss him being by my friend side. They were inseparable. Mr Killins will definitely be missed.

You will be missed Unc. You always been a real one!! Much respect 🙏🏾 🫡 Chris K.

We are so sorry for your lost and pray for God comfort for you. Keeping you in our prayers.

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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