Rev. JD Upshaw

The family have our prayers and condolences, we was a great preacher of God. He will truly be missed , we love you but God love you you the best take you rest with Jesus now.

My Deepest Sympathy to the Upshaw Family. Rev.Upshaw was a wonderful counselor to me in the year of 2000.(During a trying time)I will forever be grateful. ROMANS 10. Ms.Loretta Tuggles Union Springs,Al.

My condolences to the Family. Sincerely, Tara Upshaw Pace

Dear Cousins. I will truly miss my cousin (Boost). A dear and true servant of God. We love you and will truly miss you. Thank you for serving our family. He always consider me his weather lady Penny Lee. I will Continue to pray that God gives you strength through this next journey without him. GOD BLESS. Debbie Jean Grant Harris.

Our sincere condolences to the family. We will definitely miss our wonderful friend. From the family of Deacons Robert and Anthony Tarver, Shorter, AL

My cousin, friend, and fellow Laborer in the Gospel, I offer my sincere Condolences to our family. From a few years of our Elementary school days and playgrounds together to the preaching of the gospel and your service as County Comissioner of Russell County Disrtict 7, I frequently offered my gratitude for your support when I served as principal in a school in Phenix City, Alabama and your embracing my ministry at Lion of Judah Bible Baptist Church and my preaching at your church in Union Springs, Alabama. The list of good deeds is immeasurable. So family know that this Angel of God has joined in the number that no man can number in the Heavenly host of the Father R.I.H. (Rev. Dr. Viola Mitchell Clay)

JD: Always with a kind word. Thank God that I got to spend time to and from church with you and Bernice {Bernie}, in your home and mine. Our rides to and from Union Springs Alabama to your church, listening to your Sermons and your singing, your wisdom; then on to our Sunday dinners. You giving me history lessons on your Uncle Jack Upshaw, My Grandfather. My Cousin, my Friend, and Historian. Our Commissioner, you left a big footprint. We all love and miss you my Dearest Cousin. Sincere Condolences, Rosetta {Rose} McClain.

He never said no. When I asked him to deliver my mother's elegy he didn't hesitate to say yes.

His opening statement was, "My dear cousins.,,". I shall never forget his comforting us during our deepest sorrow. You shall be missed; but our love for you shall never pass. So, rest a little while until we meet again on That Great Day, Be seeing you in due time. Cousin Delores (Lois) Bell

May the love and mercy of our Lord be bestowed upon you and your family during this unfortunate time. My most sincere condolences. ~ Arthur Beasley Sr. and Family

The Class of 1968 Pittsview High would like to say to Rev. JD Upshaw family he fought a good fight and our prayer is with the Upshaw Family.

Dorothy JonesJ

My prayers and thoughts are with the family. Words can not express my sadness. May the comfort of God help the family through this difficult time. Cousins, remember that memories of those we love remain with us forever.

"Gone from our sight, but never our memories ...Gone from our touch, but never our hearts". Thinking of the entire family and hoping your memories of special times bring you comfort. Love you all, Earnestine Grant Hyche

My condolences to Rev JD Upshaw family with heart felt Love and I'm praying for y'all strength. He was one preaching machine and will be greatly missed. Janie Battle

My condolences to Rev JD Upshaw family with heart felt Love and I'm praying for y'all strength. He was one preaching machine and will be greatly missed. Janie Battle

With condolences our prayers and love are with the Upshaw family during this time. We regret the loss of our brother. May Gods love shine brightly upon you. with love always. Deacon Lucious and Berneice Cobbs.

JD, remembering you will be a great thought because you have always greeted me with a smile. When I carried my children you made sure I ate good(crab legs galore), for that I am grateful. My heart is filled with sorrow right now as I type, yet I know God is well please with His servant. Enjoy your time with God JD. Much love and memories. Bunchy-(Sabunjala Foster)

JD, remembering you will be a great thought because you have always greeted me with a smile. When I carried my children you made sure I ate good(crab legs galore), for that I am grateful. My heart is filled with sorrow right now as I type, yet I know God is well please with His servant. Enjoy your time with God JD. Much love and memories. Bunchy

Rev J. D. Upshaw will be missed by the members of the Glenville/Pittsview School Reunion. He preached our reunion church services several years and was enjoyed by all. Our prayers go out to the Upshaw family. Billy J and Ann T Porter, Coordinators, Columbus, Georgia

Deepest Sympathy from the Class of 1966, Glenville High School, Pittsview, Alabama

Billy and Ann Porter, Columbus, Georgia

Our Prayers and deepest sympathy are with you doing this difficulty time. J. D. Was our classmate and friend and one of God's greatest preachers. He will be missed. God will take care of you

From The St.Paul Missionary Baptist Church Family, Pastor Willie Banks at 14650 County Road 2 in the Armstrong Community,Tuskegee,Alabama,we send our heartfelt condolences,prayers and LOVE,To The Upshaw Family

Grandpa I remember when met for the first time and you give me the nick name MAN.and took me down to Auntie to go in the field and help pick them peas for the cook out, and the debate you and uncle lil man had about who MOJO was the best an who eat turtle soup .and I can't forget about are long phone conversations when it come to sports and fishing. Love you grandpa and your always in my heart.... Jeri D.Upshaw your baby girl son Keemie

To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! Sincere condolences from the Tarver Family in Buffalo, New York.

Deepest and sincere condolences to the Upshaw family! Our prayers and thoughts are with you! May God give you his peace, comfort, and strength during this time. May the memories of your loved one be held affectionally in your hearts to continue his legacy. Sincerely, Regina Mitchell

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