Angel Cross

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

God's choir in Heaven just got another angelic voice. What a joy it always was to listen to Yolanda praising her Lord. I was blessed by her singing every time I heard her at Fellowship Bible Church. I am sorry I missed out on the blessing of knowing her personally.

My prayers go out to Robert and the children.

Ken & Yolanda Lewis

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

A Precious and Sweet spirit left here the other day
Because of her strong Faith & God’s Love…. she is okay.
These 3 words... I can hear her or say…
I met Yolanda and her warn family when I went to UAPB
My wife met her as a warn co-worker when she worked for the state.
Robert, we will keep you and the kids our prayers.
Oh Lord Bless the Upshaw-Johnson family ….

DONNA EVANS-WALTON

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

GOD BLESS HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS. GOD LIKE LOVELY FLOWERS AND STRICTLY PICKS THE BEST. I BET SHE IS IN FULL BLOOM.

Markesha

Monday, January 20, 2014

I met Yolanda during a very difficult time but established a very beautiful relationship. Yolanda had a very beautiful spirit and personality. My prayers are for Robert, her children and family. With such strong Chrisitan Background, I know I will see Yolanda again. God knows when He needs New ANGELS. He called home a Good and Faithful Servant. You are truly missed from the Baptist Family but most of all, from the friend you made in me. Love and Miss you!

Legenia Bearden

Sunday, January 19, 2014

My heart is so heavy right now. I found out today about Yolanda's passing. Robert, I am praying for you and the kids. She was a beautiful woman inside and out.

Sandra Reynolds

Saturday, January 18, 2014

I remember Yolanda having a very sweet spirit and a beautiful voice. We sang in the WCC.choir together . When she left to get married we were both sad and glad. But we knew The Lord had something great ahead for her. Like the Apostle Paul, Yolanda fought a good fight she finished her race and now she is in the arms of Jesus forevermore.
Thank You Jesus for wrapping your loving arms around this family and helping them through this stuff time. You promised you would never leave or forsake them. In Jesus name Amen.

Randy and Deb Fergusson

Friday, January 17, 2014

Johnson/Upshaw Family, we are so sorry to hear about Yolanda's passing. The Angels in Heaven rejoice. Peace and comfort to all left behind. M.C. and Family. Our prays are with you. Much love, Randy and Deb [from Pine Bluff Church Family way back]

Marie Lenard Harris

Friday, January 17, 2014

To one of my dearest college friend, Yo Yo was an awesome person, who will be truly miss, I am praying for her family, Love you.

Steve Simpson

Friday, January 17, 2014

Our prayers will be with you in your time of loss,
Steve and Laura Simpson

LeAnne Winters

Friday, January 17, 2014

I first met Yolanda when she was the lead in a play we did at Fellowship, Pigeons and Dandelions. She was wonderful - a natural. Not only did she have a beautiful voice, but a beautiful heart. I am so thankful that I knew her (although not as well as I would have liked) She was beautiful inside and out. I am so sorry for your loss. LeAnne Winters

Jacqueline Rahman

Friday, January 17, 2014

My heart goes out to you and your family because I just lost my brother Sunday. Yolanda was one of the sweetest person to know. She could really sing. I will pray for your family and let God heal your hearts because we will see her again.
Jackie Rahman

Quranner 'Q' and Beverly Cotledge

Friday, January 17, 2014

May you be lead by the spirit of God during your time of sorry. Both Ms. Bev and Mr. Q will miss Yolanda.

Pete Southall

Friday, January 17, 2014

Praying for Jesus to be the great healer and comforter you need right now.

Darin & Kari Shea

Friday, January 17, 2014

Robert, we are praying for peace and comfort for you and the kids!

Teresa Eagle

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Wow! This is surreal! I miss my Delta line sister, Vesper Choir member, Songbird Dove Sister, and dear friend, affectionately called Yo... Yo was the nicest person I have ever known...Yo was Miss UAPB 1986 and the 1st African American to win the title of Miss Pine Bluff 1986. She had many accomplishments. Most importantly, Yo was saved. Robert, I am praying for you and the kids.

Teresa Eagle

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Wow! This is surreal! I miss my Delta line sister, Vesper Choir member, Songbird Dove Sister, and dear friend, affectionately called Yo... Yo was the nicest person I have ever known...Yo was Miss UAPB 1986 and the 1st African American to win the title of Miss Pine Bluff 1986. She had many accomplishments. Most importantly, Yo was saved. Robert, I am praying for you and the kids.

Sue

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Robert,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your precious wife, Yolanda. I will be continually lifting you and your children up in prayers during these difficult days..I pray that our loving Heavenly Father surrounds you all with his presense, comfort and peace. Much love to you all.
Sue Caslte

Merrion Byrd-Harden

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Yolanda was a wonderful person who will be greatly missed. I have lots of fun and wonderful memories of her during our high school and college years.May God give you the strength you need to get through this sad time. My family and I will be praying for each of you.

God Bless
Merrion Byrd-Harden

Vondra Armstrong

Thursday, January 16, 2014

To the Upshaw/Johnson family:

Yolanda was one of of the first people (and sorority sister) I met in 1995 when I relocated to Arkansas. I was touched by such a sweet and gentle spirit who loved her husband, children and family. We had some fun fellowships together. I am praying for the family.

Mark & Donna Overman

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Yolanda now 'shines' in God's Glory & in His Presence! Her 'life work' will continue to touch lives...Robert & family are in noir hearts & prayers! Love Mark & Donna

Jan and Larry Bone

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Yolanda left a wonderful mark on our lives. While she is in heaven for eternity, our prayers are offered for Robert and their sweet children. May God grant peace and comfort to the Upshaw family.

Loretta Lee

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Mr. Robert Upshaw and family, I am truly sorry and you have my deepest sympathy.

Sincerely,
Loretta Lee

Marc Cartwright

Thursday, January 16, 2014

We were introduced around 1987. Yolanda loved to sing and I loved to create music. Our partnership resulted in an album (Yolanda Johnson - "Committed"), 3 standing room only concerts and countless hours of music making joy. Even though the miles separated us once she moved back to her home state, we kept our friendship alive through phone conversations throughout the years. I'm going to miss my friend and the sweet sound of her voice.

Robert and children, I offer my sincerest condolences.

Issac and Barbara McBride and Family

Thursday, January 16, 2014

We are lifting you and your family up in prayer.

Andrew, Sherri, Lauren and Lindsey McLemore

Thursday, January 16, 2014

We are continuing to pray for each of you and love each one very much.

Chris Moehnke

Thursday, January 16, 2014

I would like to express my deepest sympathies to the Johnson and Upshaw families. Yolanda was such a kind and gracious woman. She will remain in the thoughts and hearts of the many who knew her.

Gerald Elrod

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Upshaw family. You are all loved by many.

Clif & Regina Phillips

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Robert and Family,

We are truly saddened for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

We love you guys!

Alice Walker Josepg

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Yolanda Grace, you have always been as graceful as your name suggests. All my heart goes out to the family. Prayers going up for you all. Yolanda (Pebbles) and I grew up on Townsend Drive and shared many wonderful childhood memories. She is dearly missed.

Fay Sanders Early

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Yolanda and I became friends in the 5th grade at Townsend Park Elementary. I will forever cherish the wonderful memories I have of her. With deepest sympathies to Robert and the kids, Mr. Johnson, Angela and Kevin.

Greg and Donna Norris

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Robert,

We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort you and your children.

Coach Norris

Dianne Ollison

Thursday, January 16, 2014

To the Upshaw family,
May the God of hope give you peace for your soul, rest for your heart and a deep sense of comfort from every prayer lifted for you during this time.
He shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord. Psalm 31:24

Keith, Karlyn, & Ethan McCullough

Thursday, January 16, 2014

We have prayed often for you these last 4 or 5 months, and have prayed even more these past few days. We are so grieved for all of you; we also rejoice with you, though, mindful that you have the comfort and peace of knowing your sweet wife and mom is singing before the throne of the Lord! You will remain in our prayers as we pray for your strength in the difficult days ahead.

Linda Jefferson-Dixon

Thursday, January 16, 2014

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family. I remember Yolanda from school (Dollarway) and she was always a nice and friendly person. May God be with you.

Linda Jefferson-Dixon

Turbyfill family

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Our sympathy and prayers go out to the Upshaw family for their loss. May God's peace and comfort be with them.

Greg and Donna Norris

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Robert,
Greg and I are saddened at the news of the loss of your wonderful wife. Your family is in our prayers.

Brenda Hatton-Ficklin

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Yolanda was such a jewel! I'm thankful to have had the opportunity to know her in high school (Dollarway class of 83) She was also my sorority sister but more importantly she was my sister in Christ. She will be missed. My prayers and condolences are extended to the family!

Brenda Hatton-Ficklin

Scott, Jennifer, and Katelyn Caldwell

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you guys.

Evelyn Stubbs-Johnson

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Yolanda was a very special person with much love for and protection of her children. She will be missed greatly, but her legacy lives on. My prayer goes out for Mr. Upshaw, her children and her dad, MC Johnson.

Deborah Cline

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Robert, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with both of you. You are known for truly knowing God's word and speaking it. May you continue to show His love and have the peace that passes understanding, even during this darkest hour. Matthew and I are praying for your family.

Janice Stanford

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

Dawn Washington

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

I met Yolanda in 2004 when my job ended and she was such a kind and inspirational person. I had not seen her in years, but thought of her often. The Upshaw Family is in my prayers.

Nancy Delgman

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

I was so sorry to hear about Mrs, Upshaw. She was a delightful person ,gracious and a joy to be around. The staff of 10 A mourns the passing of a beautiful lady, inside and out.

Paula Smith

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

I would like to express my condolences to Mr. Upshaw and the entire family. She was a delightful and wonderful woman and will truly be missed. The Upshaw family is definitely in my prayers.

sincerely

Marecia Griffin

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Yolanda was such a sweet , humble person and you knew it as soon as you saw her because her "light" shined at all times. She loved her babies and I know she will be watching over them. With deepest sympathy from my family to yours. God Bless.

Terri (Cosen) Allen

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

My condolences to the family .

DHS.C/O 1982

Debra Bradford

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Yolanda was indeed a very special person. All I ever saw from her was love and the love of God. Family you are in my prayers.

Sharen & Dave Wahlfeld

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Yolanda was a special person. We loved to hear her sing and enjoyed visiting with her when we saw her. She was truly a special, Godly person and will be missed by many.
God Bless your family.