Ocie Jean Caldwell-Barnes Program

Rest Easy My Big Sis & Partner in Crime (Teaching Gospel Music) for Jesus!

JC- My mentor, my friend My sister, My guide We loved, we laughed We lived, we cried You taught me so much You gave all you had God whispered your name And said, “No more pain!” I miss you…Love you always! VB

The rhythm, the beats, and the notes that filled many hearts as your fingers tickled the black and white ivory, and your left foot did a jig on the bass pedal of the organ now playing in heaven, but you will forever be remembered. You gave others your OJCB love, your treasure, your time, your talent, and Jesus. A servant’s servant you were! Yes! You served wholeheartedly every time, faithfully! Now take your rest Evangelist OJCB, “Safe in the arms of Jesus!” You have fought a good fight; you have kept the faith and you have finished your course. Kattie

Aunt Jean, You will be truly missed. I thank God for having such a special person in my life. Spread your wings and fly high aunt until we meet again. Love your niece, Benita (aka) Nita.

Aunt Jean:

My second mom…an amazing woman full of life, wisdom, guidance and inspiration throughout my life. I will miss and keep in my heart forever I love RIP.

Your nephew, Tim

Godmother: You have always been there, and when I think of our conversations I laugh because you never held back how you felt. Even the things that were hard for me to accept, it always came from a place of love. I’m so blessed for the time God has given me with you, and you will forever be in my heart. Your Son, Christopher

Jean, It is amazing when I look back through the years at our friendship and how we absorbed into each other’s family. My friend, my mentor, my confidant, my prayer partner, and especially my sister. I will miss you, but mostly I will miss our prayers where we connected spiritually daily. You will always hold a special place in my heart as I remember all you have done living a Christian life. Not just talking the talk, but walking the walk. The song says 99 and a half won’t do. With you, you literally ran the race, giving 110 in everything you did. You have served the Lord with every fiber of your being, being a blessing to so many. Rest now my Sister, knowing that the advice, wise counsel, and lashings you gave will be remembered. With all my Love, Kathy