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Funeral: Wednesday, April 10, 2019 11:00am
Visitation: Wednesday, April 10, 2019 10:00 – 11:00am
Location: Racine Assembly of God, 1325 Airline Rd., Racine, WI.
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RACINE – Elder Elve Hoskins, 71, answered The Call of His Loving Savior on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. He was born on October 22, 1947 in Greenwood, Mississippi to the union of Pink and Martha Lue(nee: Pleas) Hoskins. Elve received his formal education in Leflore County, he attended L.S. Royers Elementary School and Amanda Elzy High School.
Elve accepted Christ as his Personal Savior in 1964. In 1966 he moved to Chicago, Illinois with his parents. Elve was employed for ten years by Bunner and Lay Company. He later enrolled in New Way Barber College and after completing the two year program he began cutting hair at Washington Beauty Salon in Chicago, Illinois. Elve met and married Doris Golden on August 17, 1968 and to this union two children were born, Sheirtina Hoskins and Elve Hoskins Jr. He was always a hard worker. He worked several jobs to support his family.
Elve moved to Racine, Wisconsin in 1976 and was employed by J.I. Case New Holland Company. Elve married the late Euradell Epps on August 5, 1978, they were married for over thirty years. This union was blessed with one daughter, Elyssa D. Hoskins. They united with Little Macedonia Church of God In Christ, under the leadership of Pastor James Erby. Elve received his Minister’s License on March 19, 1989 and his Elder’s license on March 3, 1993 from the Church of God in Christ. In 2012 he made Racine Assembly of God his Church Home, under the leadership of Edward Walker. Elder Hoskins loved the Lord with all of his heart, mind, body, soul and his guitar!! Rain, sleet or snow he was going to church. He loved learning about, teaching about and preaching about The Word of God, wherever and whenever the opportunity would arise. In his leisure time Elder Hoskins was also an adventurous traveler and he loved playing his guitar for the Lord.
Elder Elve Hoskins, leaves to cherish his memories, his daughter, Sheirtina Hoskins; his son, Elve Hoskins Jr., his granddaughter, Imani Osborne, three siblings, Charlie (Emma) Hoskins, John (Susan) Hoskins and Howard Hoskins, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Elder Hoskins was preceded in death by his grandparents; his mother, Martha Hoskins; his daughter; Elyssa Hoskins and his brother, Eddie Hoskins.
The Celebration of His Life will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, 11:00am, at Racine Assembly of God, 3215 Airline Rd., Racine, WI. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00am until the time of service. Pastor Edward Walker will be officiating. Interment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park.
Nancy Czechowicz says
Oh Elve. My heart is heavy, but knowing you are in the hands of your loving God, puts light in my eyes. You were such a great neighbor!! You will be so missed! Such a gentleman, always dressed to a T, even when going for a walk. And you gave me such encouragement to make the right decision !!! Rest in the peace of our God and we will meet again. Such a great man, taken way too soon!🤗🤗
COACH HICKS ⚾🏀🏈🏃⚽🎾 says
WHEN YOU HAVE NOTHING LEFT BUT THE STRENGHT OF GOD……..THEN BEING STRONG IS THE ONLY CHOICE YOU HAVE 🌌
Elonda says
My dear friend I will miss very much
Elonda Jones says
Elve was a great person and my best friend and I will really miss him and spirit and wonderful smile
J. Flowers says
Dear family and friends, I’m very sorry for your loss. I’m looking forward to seeing God’s promise fulfilled at Revelation 21:4 where it says sickness, pain and death will be no more. I hope this scripture bring s you comfort.
Sheila M. Robinson says
It is with great sorrow that I am sending my condolences on your recent loss. As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, I and would like to share a scripture that has benefited me and many people in time of grief. God reassures us of something wonderful in the Bible at Acts 24:15. It says, “There is going to be a resurrection.” Along with God’s promise to us at Revelation 21:3, 4 of sorrow, death, and pain being done away with permanently.
It is my hope that this bit of information is of comfort to you. Please be sure to find further information regarding the resurrection at: JW.ORG
May God be with you.
M.Samuel Reece says
Brother LV will be missed. Strong memories of of his commitment and dedication to being a prayer team member is something I will always remember about him. He was always willing to serve when called upon.
A good man’s legacy is honorable and enduring in God’s shadow of life. . .
(MSR)
Alex Reynolds says
My name is Alex and, although I didn’t know Elve personally, please accept my condolences on the loss of your dear loved one. The Bible can offer great comfort in these difficult times. When Jesus was on earth, he spoke about a wonderful time when he will call our dead loved ones back to life!! This incredible promise is recorded at John 5:28,29. I hope you can find some comfort in these words. If you would like to learn more about this beautiful hope for the future, please visit jw.org. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jim Gruen says
I was an auto dealer from Eau Claire and knew Ellie from Metro Milwaukee Auction. We sure had a lot of good together. I told him someday I wanted to attend his church (in Sturtevant I believe). I wanted to show up and surprise him. He said they would welcome me. Very nice man. My sympathy to you all. Jim
Cheryl L.James says
Rest easy uncle Elve,you are greatly missed.