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Mr. Christopher Van Southerland
Christopher Van Southerland was born on January 16, 1971 to Vanderbilt Southerland & Mary Henry Southerland Nwoke in New Brunswick, New Jersey. He is one of eight children; two brothers, Vanderbilt Southerland Jr. and Steven Southerland (preceded in death by both), and 5 sisters, Pamela Henry Eason (Terry), Valarie Southerland Norman (Durwood), Vanessa Southerland Hassell (Jay), Sonya Henry Harris (Tony) (preceded in death) and Vernell Southerland Ricks (preceded in death).
Mr. Southerland graduated from Franklin High School in New Brunswick, New Jersey. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration at St. Leo University in Florida.
He leaves to cherish his memories his former wife; Yomeka Southerland. Christopher is the father to Nondi Southerland, Christopher R. Southerland (preceded in death), Takeia Mason, Kriseana Southerland, Christian Southerland, Jerrard Carter, Kaylen Mayfield, Yakeira Carter, Marquis Carter, and Rakeya Carter. He had 6 grandchildren and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.
Mr. Southerland enlisted in the United States Navy and served several years prior to reenlisting in the United States Army where he served until his retirement. He was also the owner of Southerland Enterprise LLC.
He was a man full of life, knowledge and wisdom who was very business minded and the life of the party. When he set his mind to do something, he was always determined to reach that goal even until the very end.
Services: Thursday June 29, 2023 at Greater Vision Worship Center COG 3245 US Hwy 70 East Smithfield, NC 27577 starting at 1:00 pm.
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Family or Deceased Name: Christopher Van Southerland
Your Name: Overseer and Bishop Covington and Mt Calvary HCOD, Four Oaks NC
Email: datlyde2014@gmail.com
Message: We extend our deepest condolences and sympathies in this difficult hour. It our prayer that God will be your comfort, strength and peace now and always. Be encouraged to know that God will be with you and see you through.
Date: 6/26/2023
Family or Deceased Name: Christopher Southerland
Your Name: Bernard and Angela Davidson
Email: davidsonare@gmail.com
Message: We are so sorry to hear of your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Bro. Bernard & Sis. Angela Davidson6/24
Date: 6,24,2023
Family or Deceased Name: Family
Your Name: Minister Fredrick Henry
Email: fredrickhenry96@gmail.com
Message: First Cousin Chris, I am going to miss you. To the Family GOD HAS GOT IT ALL IN HIS HAND🌹❤️.
Date: 6242023
Family or Deceased Name: Christopher Southerland
Your Name: Roosevelt Williams
Email: jazrissa14@gmail.com
Message: I will miss you Chris. As 1st cousins we shared so many wonderful memories together that I will always hold and cherish. I love you Cuz. RIP
Date: 6232023
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