Mr. Joe L Vaughn

VAUGHN, Mr. Joe L - Age 74, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at his residence. Family hour 10:00 AM Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at Holbrook Avenue Church of God, 1034 E. Holbrook Ave., with funeral service commencing at 11:00 AM., Elder Leo Robinson, Host Pastor, Min. Leo Robinson II, officiating. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the church 10:00 AM Wednesday. Mr. Vaughn will lie in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd., and may be viewed from 12:00 PM-8:00 PM Tuesday. Mr. Joe L. Vaughn was born October 11, 1942 in Hernando, MS, the son of the late Andrew Sr. and Annie Mae Vaughn. Joe L attended Hernando Public Schools. He was a long time resident of Detroit, MI where he was employed at Chrysler for 34 years. Joe was a faithful member of Renaissance Unity where he served with the Security and Homeless ministries. He was an outdoor man he enjoyed spending time with his family, gardening, and working on and collecting antique cars. He was known for growing amazing collard greens in his back yard. Joe L. was married to Pauline Vaughn, the love of his life. After laying eyes on her when she was 13 years old Joe declared to the world that she would be his wife. His dream came true on August 18, 1965 when they became one flesh and journeyed together through 52 years of marriage. Joe L. was passionate about taking care of his family and friends. He had a spirit of giving that was entrusted to him by the Lord. He was quiet and humble, however, responded to injustice with vigor and love. In June of 2017 Joe L was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. His immediate response to learning his diagnosis was “Tell my family to go to the doctor.” Even in terminal illness, he was thinking of us. Joe L. was a superhero and fought his disease like a champion. All that looked upon him were amazed at his classy and peaceful disposition until his last breath. Most importantly, Joe L’s character through life and death brought unbelievable glory to God. His life reflected the breath of God, his death revealed the power of God. It was simply amazing to watch him submit to the will of his Heavenly Father, as he whispered to his family in his final hours “it’s all working out like it’s suppose to.” He leaves to cherish his precious memories: Wife, Pauline Vaughn of Detroit, MI; three daughters, Cynthia Miller of Norfolk, VA; Tamara (Jose) Scott of Mansfield, TX; Miosha (Leo II) Robinson of Flint, MI; two sons, Joseph Miller of Lansing, MI; Derrick (Diane) Miller of Olive Branch, MS; one brother, Troy Vaughn of Hernando, MS; nine grandchildren, Joanna (Keith) Rembert, Deja Miller, Dreica Burkley, Deericka Burkley, LaDarius Burkley, Micah Scott, Zion Robinson, Leo Robinson III, and arriving September 2017 baby Joe L. Robinson; six great grandchildren; special daughter, Helen Oliver Brooks; special sons, Thomas Humes II and Dwan (Kim) Uhuru; a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and special friends including Tim Kelley Sr. and JC and Annie Gordon. Joe L was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew Sr. and Annie Mae Vaughn; five sisters, Mae Lizia White, Comfort Smith, Della Smith, Annie Mae Smith and Helen Oliver; two brothers, Andrew Vaughn Jr. and Alvertis Vaughn; The family would like to express special thanks to Dr. Rodger Black of Genesys Hurley Cancer Institute, the staff of Genesys Medical Center, Reverence Home Health and Hospice, Maryland Stone, West Court St Church of God , Pastors Leo Sr. and Janell Robinson and the entire Holbrook Ave Church of God family.

Mr. Joe L Vaughn

October 11, 1942 - July 26, 2017