Acknowledgment

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Final arrangements entrusted to:E. F. Boyd and Son Funeral Home

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The family would like to express their sincere appreciation for every kind act or deed extended them during this time of sorrow. May God continue

to bless and keep each of you in His care.

When Tomorrow Starts Without MeWhen tomorrow starts without me, and I’m not here to see, if the sun

should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears for me. I wish so much you wouldn’t cry the way you did today, while thinking of the many

things we didn’t get to say. I know how much you love me, as much as I love you, and each time you think of me, I know you miss me too. But when tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand, that an angel came and called my name and took me by the hand. And said my place

was ready in heaven far above, and that I’d have to leave behind all those I dearly love. But as I turned to walk away, a tear fell from my eye, for all my life I’d always thought I didn’t want to die. I had so much to live for and so much yet to do, I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones

and the bad, I thought of all the love we shared and all the fun we had. If I could relive yesterday, I thought just for awhile, I’d say good-bye and

kiss you and maybe see you smile. But then I fully realized that this could never be, for emptiness and memories would take the place of me. And

when I thought of worldly things that I’d miss come tomorrow, I thought of you and when I did, my heart was filled with sorrow. But when I walked through heaven’s gates, I felt so much at home. When God looked down and smiled at me from his great golden throne, He said: This is eternity

and all I’ve promised you, I promise no tomorrows, but today will always last, and since each day’s the same day, there’s no longing for the past. So

when tomorrow starts without me, don’t think we’re far apart, for every time you think of me, I’m right here in your heart.

Eugene Pearson Jr.

in loving memory oF

april 1, 1932 ~ august 28, 2012

Saturday, September 1, 2012Wake 9:00 A.M. ~ Service 9:30 A.M.

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church4740 Lee RoadCleveland, Ohio

Pastor J. Dwayne Heard, Officiating

Order of Celebration

Eugene Pearson Jr was born on April 1, 1932 in Warren, Ohio. He was the first born of the union of Ida Bell Jordan and Eugene Pearson Sr. (who preceded him in death). Eugene accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age. Eugene was educated in the Youngstown Public Schools and graduated from East High School in 1950. He served in the army in Korea until 1952 and returned to Cleveland where he met and married Jeannette Pratt on February 14, 1953 and three children were born of this union – Leslie, Terrance (Cynthia), and Cassandra (Robert).

Eugene entered politics in 1970, where he worked for Carol McClendon for Cleveland City Council. In 1972, he joined the 21st District Caucus and was appointed to the Membership Committee. In 1975, he became Vice Chairman of the Membership Committee. He also worked for the re-elections of Congressman Louis Stokes, and in 1987 for East Cleveland Judge Una Keenon.

He worked at Reliance Electric for 29 years, retiring in 1984. He was also the Public Relations Project Director for the Police Athletic League at the same time he was also being considered for his position as Jury Commissioner, which he began October 5, 1987 until his retirement in 2005. The plaques lining his wall at home are badges of honor that announces his many personal and professional accomplishments and achievements.

Eugene’s activities and membership included: Alternate delegate at the 1980 Democratic National Convention and a delegate to the 1986 State Democratic Convention. He was a Fund-Raising Chairman for Jesse Jackson’s campaign in 1988. 32nd Degree Prince Hall mason and was a member of the Prince Hall Masonic No 120, the Bezaleel Consistory No 15, and El Hasa Temple No 28. He was also a member of the Urban league and the NAACP. He also coordinated the 21st Congressional District Caucus Motorcade for the annual Labor Day parades.

He was referred to as Junior from the Pearson and Jordan family members who he truly loved, and he leaves to cherish his memory two daughters Leslie and Sandy, son, Terrance of Columbia, MD; daughter-in-law Cynthia Pearson of Columbia, MD; son-in-law Robert Gilliam; cherished sister Dewanyer Lockett of Jacksonville, Fl; two brothers Cornell Lane of Youngstown, Ohio and Michael Lane of Jacksonville, Fl.; three aunts Juanita Vaughn and Joyce Vickers both of Youngstown, Ohio and Evelyn Hampton; 4 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and good friends.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife Jeannette, mother and father Ida Bell and Eugene Pearson Sr., brother Milton Pearson, two sisters Anita and Diane Lane, four aunts Johnnie Mae Heard, Melvina Walker, Christine Paige and Grace Jordan Davis, two uncles Ceasar “Buddy” and Leonard Jordan and a very special cousin Van Williams. He will be missed by all who knew him.

IntermentEvergreen Memorial Cemetery

Pallbearers & Flower AttendantsFamily and Friends

(Please turn on headlights during processional to cemetery.)

RepastSt. Paul’s United Methodist Church

Reflections of A LifeEUGENE PEARSON JR.

SUNRISE SUNSET April 1, 1932 August 28, 2012

I am not dead, I did not die.So please don’t question the reason why.

I have no pain, so do not weep,You might disturb my peaceful sleep.

My soul is free like the morning breeze,No cares, no worries and no needs.Don’t worry about my being alone –

I have new friends and a happy home.I am with family, I am not alone;

I have all of heaven to roam.I have my bread, my water and my light,

I am with family; believe in this with all of your might.So, my friend, can’t you seeI am as happy as I can be.

So do not stand at my grave and cry-Because I am not there, I did not die.

Invocation Prayer............................................................Pastor J. Dwayne HeardCongregational Song.....................................................................“Pass Me Not”Poem Reading..............................................................................Christina TurnerScripture Reading............................................................Pastor J. Dwayne HeardElder J. Luke Shumpert................................................“God Has Smiled on Me”Resolutions, Acknowledgements & Condolences....................Various OfficiantsReflections of Life............................................................................Read SilentlyRemarks............................................................................................Vernon MaysWords of Comfort............................................................Pastor J. Dwayne HeardRecessional................................................................................................CortegeElder Cynthia Palmer.........................................................“I Can Only Imagine”