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It's a sad day for the members of 4th Street Baptist Church and also for the parishioners of Hope Good Baptist Church in Phenix City. More >>
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Tuesday, November 13 2012 6:06 PM EST2012-11-13 23:06:03 GMT
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Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:42 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:42:06 GMT
Paying your plastic on time may pay off because if you do, some credit card companies think you deserve a reward. It's just one type of financial treat they are using to lure you into getting a new creditMore >>
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Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:35 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:35:34 GMT
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Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:25 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:25:25 GMT
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PHENIX CITY, AL (WTVM) -
The body of one of the most well-known pastors in our area was lying in repose Thursday at the Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Phenix City.
The Reverend J.H. Flakes Jr. began working at that church nearly 50 years ago and has since moved to lead congregations in the Columbus area at the Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church.
Hundreds came out to see his body and remember the beloved community leader, including some longtime church members who knew him personally.
"He loved us and catered to all of us. Most of the deacons here now are deacons he raised and baptized and ordained as deacons," said Virginia Williams.
Pastor Flakes remained in state at Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church until 8 a.m. Friday and following a brief memorial service.
His body was move to the Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church where his funeral was held.
We'll have a full report of the day's events on News Leader 9 at Five.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:20:32 GMT
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Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:39 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:39:33 GMT
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Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:23 AM EDT2013-06-18 13:23:30 GMT
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Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:42 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:42:06 GMT
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