Elder Albert Twyman Jr.

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Elder Albert “Sonny” Twyman Jr., age 82, was born September 29, 1937 and departed this Earthly life on March 6, 2020.

Albert was born to Dorothy and Albert Twyman Sr. in Mansfield, OH.

Albert retired after 34 years as a Mechanical Device Operator at General Motors where he also led a second shift prayer group.

Albert was formerly a member of Temple of Faith Church of Christ where he was a Sunday School and YPWW Teacher. He was serving The Lord as an Elder at Latter Rain Church of God in Christ. Elder Twyman also visited the sick every Sunday at the hospital.

Elder Twyman was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy and Albert Twyman Sr.; daughter, Doris Twyman; and siblings, Dorothy Dunn, Robert Twyman, Paul Twyman, Lillie Ogletree, Virgie Twyman, Ida Mae Spears, Margaret Twyman, Lela McIntyre, and Mary Elizabeth Twyman.

Elder Twyman leaves to cherish his memories, wife of 40 years, Joyce Marie Twyman; sons, Johnny Twyman and Albert O’Brien Twyman; daughter, Persephone Marie (James) Williams; brothers William “Bill” (Debbie) Twyman and Harry (Yvonne) Twyman, 8 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Visitation 4:00 PM and Funeral Service 5:00 PM Sunday, March 15, 2020 at Latter Rain COGIC, 259 Glessner Ave.

Interment Monday 11:00 AM at Mansfield Memorial Park.

Condolence Messages

  1. Christine Canada English

    I’m so.sorry for your loss of such a great man of God..my YPWW teacher at Temple Of Faith COGIC..Mansfield Ohio..Sleep in Heavenly Peace Mr Albert Twyman..you will be missed..The Canada Family

  2. Behavior Bryant

    Johnny my sincere condolences to you and your entire family, I pray that God will comfort, strengthen, and encourage your heart, during this very sorrowful and painful time.

  3. Debbie S Jefferson

    There is no words to say about daddy twyman this what I called him he called me daughter my heart is breaking that your gone to soon. Rest in heaven with uncle spider.

    • Princess Jones

      Uncle Albert was such a kind and gentle man. He ALWAYS made sure that I was comfortable in his home. He and Aunt Joyce always welcomed me as if I was another daughter. He will be missed by those who loved and knew him. Wish I could be there, but my spirit is with you all during this very sad time. I love you Aunt Joyce and Marie❤❤❤
      Princess

  4. So sorry to hear of Elder Albert Twyman passing . I affectionately called him “ uncle Sonny “ . To Leigh Ann and the Twyman family, you have my deepest condolences .

  5. Latonya Palmer

    My condolences to the family and friends. You are in my prayers!

  6. Brenda Harris Ponder

    The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
    Rest peacefully with Jesus until the “morning” comes

  7. Emma Smith-Thompson

    Elder Twyman was my YPWW teacher and he was the greatest. He taught us you people so much. Joyce and family , we love my family and sorry I can not be there with you, Much love

  8. Are condolences sorry bout yall lost. Was a great man and pastor always had good advices.

  9. Sis Joyce you have my prayers and condolences during this time. Elder Twyman goes back to 221 North Diamond Street. We have known him for a long time. Always a wonderful and committed man to the lord and the church. Be comforted by the God of comfort and peace.

  10. Rosie & Elaine Webb

    Heartfelt condolences to the Twyman Family. Praying that God holds you close during this difficult time.

  11. Cassandra Brookins

    My deepest condolences to the family of a great man of God, a blessed teacher of the word, and a great family man. I will miss him greatly. I’ll e every one of y’all.

  12. We are saddened to learn about your family loss.
    May your memories console you and may God sustain you with his precious promise to someday soon reunite us with our love ones. Thinking of you all.

  13. Joyce Jefferson

    My prayers and deepest condolences to the entire Twyman Family. My extended Company-Line Family. Sonny as we all called him was a mentor to everyone. I grew up with him an his Family, attending the same church and working with hi at General Motors. Rest In Heaven. From my Family Jefferson’s, Carr, Swain’s, Kilgore’s, Holmes’s

  14. Gary & Christina Watts

    Marie, so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You have our condolences. Take joy in knowing that one day you WILL see him again. Love you

  15. Eloise Johnson

    Praying God’s peace over your family. May God grant you comfort for these times. Elder Twyman will be sorely missed by our family.

  16. Ree, sorry for your loss, praying for your mother and yourself

  17. Our prayers and deepest condolences Rest In Heaven ..good man

  18. Wilma Jones Watkins

    To the Twyman family, praying for you at this time of sorrow. Remember earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. We love you, Cousin Wilma Jones Watkins and the Jones children of Aunt Ruby and Uncle Wilson .

  19. Patricia MCCRUTER

    Garlan& Missy Pat MCCRUTER, so sorry for the loss of a great man of God you have our deepest condolences , as we hold your family
    up. in prayer!

  20. To the entire Twyman family ,
    My family and I would like to take time to offer our sincere condolences to you at this time. We pray your strength During and after the departure of your beloved husband, father and so much more.
    Remember the promise , “To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May the peace of God flood your heart and minds.
    Curkey & Canada Family.

  21. Mother and Ree we are so sorry for your loss what a huge loss always had a smile I had just went by the house to drop something off look like a picture of health smiling as always just a very special and grateful man gonna miss him always saying ” Hi Sweetie”Rest in Heaven Job Well Done Elder Twyman

    We love you Henry and Renee Garrett

  22. Dear Mrs. Twyman, I know the heart pain you now have. Please accept my condolences and know I will say a prayer for you and your family today.

  23. Pearlie Crowell and Bobbi Williams

    Our deepest condolences with sympathy and prayers to the Twyman family.

  24. Loretta Hilliard

    My deepest sympathy to the Twyman family. Sonny as we all called him was a great man of God that we all loved, growing up together on The Company Line. I can see you walking on the streets of gold in Heaven. May God continue to Bless your family. Loretta Brooks Robinson Hilliard

  25. Rita and Jean Shoulders.From Daytona Beach,Florida.

    So sorry for your loss. Been knowing this family for years R.I.H.Praying for your beautiful family. Love You.

  26. So sorry for the loss of a great man. I loved seeing him when he came into the bank. I loved his stories he tell me, about his wife and family and cooking .
    Heaven is getting a wonderful angel. Prayers to you Marie and your family.

  27. A beautiful man with a beautiful heart filled with spirit and love. Much respect to Elder Twyman for what he taught, how he walked, and living the example. Condolences to all the family. My love, tears, and prayers.

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