Novella Leonthy Payton Whitaker received her call to Glory on November 6 2021. She enjoyed the life she was blessed to live and shared much of her time with family, friends and “the neighborhood “kids” ; they were sure to get into game of “Spades” with her. She was a member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church were she served in the Senior Choir and the Senior Gospel Choir. She was predeceased by her parents, Mary and Percy Payton Sr.; her loving husband, Raymond “Killa” Whitaker Sr.; 7 brothers: Percy Payton Jr.,Milton Payton, James Payton, Leon Payton, Pernell Payton, Earl Payton and Nathan Payton; 4 sisters: Daisy Reid, Evelyn Wiggins, Vernell Crudup and Velma Collins. Her son, Pernell Whitaker Sr., 3 Grandsons: Raymond D. Davis, Travis and Pernell Whitaker Jr.
She leaves to cherish her memory; 4 daughters: Zelda V. Whitaker-Brown, Sylvonia Whitaker, Lucinda Manley (Bruce) and Monique Whitaker-Williams; 3 sons: Raymond Whitaker Jr., Raynell C. Whitaker (Ateba), and Carnell Williams for whom she was his legal guardian. 19 Grandchildren, 24 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great-Great Grandchild; 6 Sisters in law, 1 Brother in law and a host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Exceptional Friends.
Though We Will Miss You GREATLY, We Take Comfort In Knowing That “The Original 12 Pack Has Been Restored”.
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Pat Weaver says
November 15, 2021 at 1:14 pmZelda and family, i’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom Novella. She was a nice lady. Please keep her memories close to your hearts always. I promise the pain will get better. God will take care of you.
Andrea says
November 15, 2021 at 3:16 pmMs. Novella
We love you! Nadine and her daughters the Twins. Rest peacefully Queen. See you when we get there!
Cynthia Beal says
November 23, 2021 at 12:46 amCindy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the grace and peace of God continue to comfort you all in the days, weeks and months ahead.
Carolyn E (Blow)Speller says
November 17, 2021 at 10:33 amMy deepest condolences for the Whitaker family and friends. The Blow and Wiley family will keep your family in prayer. Rest on Mrs. Novella Rest on
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼😇😇😇
Susie says
November 17, 2021 at 1:29 pmWell another soldier gone to be with the lord. She will be truly miss by many, people, , she was such a beautiful person inside and out. The Lord has gain another ANGEL. So get your rest Ms. Novella and be at PEACE, The Lord knows us all and when it’s time to be RIH. LOVE FOREVER ( Susie & Family)
Mrs. Michele Hirsch says
November 18, 2021 at 12:24 pmPlease accept my most heartfelt sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Debra Smith says
November 18, 2021 at 4:12 pmCondolences from the Smith family. Our prayers are with you all during the passing of your love one. May God give you strength during these difficult time as you remember all the lovely memories.
Tonya Gray says
November 18, 2021 at 9:06 pmLucinda and family, My condolences to you , and your family. I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom.
Mr. & Mrs Gray
Ronyell Whitaker says
November 20, 2021 at 3:23 amLove you always!!! MY FAVORITE GIRL IN THE WORLD!!!!
Betty Deal says
November 20, 2021 at 11:06 pmSorry for your loss, praying for the entire family
Sis. Fowler (Enoch Baptist Church) says
November 21, 2021 at 4:41 pmBrother/Sister Whitaker, Condolences and prayers for your family. Please remember that your memories are forever and a place where you can always visit when you think about Mother Novella.
Margo Bullock says
January 2, 2022 at 7:45 amWow! It’s 01-02-22 and I’m just seeing this. I just want you to know I appreciate the love you always showed me. I always have fond memories of people and I will always remember your warm smile and your Sister Vernell’s voice and her harmonica solo at my Mom’s homegoing service! I pray you RIP!
Ben says
February 9, 2023 at 9:19 pmMay God Give you everlasting life in his kingdom. Heaven will be a better place with you in it .