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Erskine Mims Obituary

Mims, Erskine Paul passed away November 20, beloved husband of Gamilah Elkins-Mims, loving father of Shani A. Mims, cherished brother of Loubertha Mims, Dorothy Williams, Vernon Mims Jr., LaMont Mims and the late John Mims, devoted nephew of Alberta McClure and Arie Lee Jackson and proud uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday, November 25th, at 10 a.m. Services following at 11 a.m., at St. John Church- Baptist, 4821 S. Michigan Ave. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Nov. 23 to Nov. 24, 2002.

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John E. Porter

November 24, 2002

Vernon, this is to extend my condolence on the lost of your brother. May the lord grant his peace on you and your family at this time.

Elmer & Sandy Baccus

November 24, 2002

Gamilah and Shani,

We were saddened to learn of Erskine's passing. We send our heartfelt condolences. We know that Erskine rest with the Lord. May the Lord continually hold you and grant you peace.

Love,

Elmer & Sandy

Mr and Mrs Nathan Kirkwood

November 23, 2002

Gamilah and Shani,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your hour of sadness. We will be with you on Monday morning.

Sincerely,

Nathan and Antoinette Kirkwood

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