Robert Tommie Redd

ROBERT T. REDD SR., son of the late William and Alwildia Redd, was born December 17, 1933 in Monroe, Arkansas. Robert transitioned from earth to glory on February 19, 2009.At an early age Robert and his parents relocated to Kentucky where he received his formal education. As a youth Robert joined Fairview Baptist Church and gave his life to Christ. This began his long service with the Lord.In 1962, Robert joined the U.S. Army and received an honorable discharge in Fort Meade, Maryland. It was at this time he decided to make Baltimore his home. Robert began working for the MTA in 1965, and after thirty years of service he retired in 1966.In 1973 Robert met and married the love of his life Delores. Shortly thereafter in 1975 Robert joined Bibleway Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of his father-in-law, the late Reverend Joe Z. Williams. While serving at Bibleway and having been chosen as a man "of good report, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, " and capable of using the office well, he was set apart publicly to the office and work of Deacon in 1987. Robert also served as the ministry leader of the deacons from 1997-2007. Robert loved the Lord and was blessed to teach Sunday School and Bible Class whenever called upon. He was also a Prison Ministry team leader for the Maryland Detention Center.Robert's love of music began early and as a youth, he formed a singing group with his brothers and friends. His love of singing continued as an adult, and he was a member of the Male Chorus and the Sanctuary Choir at Bibleway. Robert also was a member of the Christianairs of Baltimore.Robert leaves to cherish his memory: his devoted wife, Delores; son, Robert Redd Jr. (Tracey); two daughters, Soncerae Levere (Daniel) and Wanda Griffin (Roger); seven grandchildren, Danielle, Daniel, Selena, Sharayah, LeShae, Robert III and Kailyn; three brothers, Sylvester (Mable) of Kentucky, Mackory (Ernestine) of St. Louis, Curtis Gray (Kay) of Kentucky; two aunts, Evangelist Ida Carter and Hazel Pringle (South Carolina); devoted cousin, Dr. Carolyn House; devoted sister-in-law, Bethoria Williams; two godsons, Raymond Williams and Dwa Barnes; goddaughter, Stacy Mills; devoted friend/caregiver, Ronnie Prince; nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and devoted friends and neighbors.Robert was loved by many, young and old alike. He had a kind and tender heart and was willing to help everyone he could.

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Robert Tommie Redd

December 17, 1933 - February 19, 2009