Reverend Israel Gist
(February 4, 1938 - October 2, 2023)
Viewing Location: Leevy's Funeral Home 1831 Taylor Street Columbia, South Carolina
Viewing Date & Time: Tuesday, October 10, 2023 / 2:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Funeral Location: Zion Baptist Church 801 Washington Street Columbia, South Carolina
Funeral Date & Time: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 / 12:00 Noon
Interment Location: Greenlawn Memorial Park 7100 Garners Ferry Road Columbia, South Carolina
I just learned today that Israel had died. I am very saddened to hear this. Israel and I worked together at the VA for over 30 years and he was also a golf buddy of mine. RIP my friend until we meet again.
Cynthia, I just heard about the passing of your husband. I’m sending deepest condolences and prayers of strength to you and your family.
Brittany and mother. I am truly sorry to hear of the passing of your dad and husband. May the memories and the love that you shared remain in your hearts.
We extend our sincerest sympathies for Cynthia, Brittany and other members of the Gist family. Rev. Gist was a remarkable person and has made an everlasting imprint on our lives.
It was a privilege to call him, “friend “.
Our sincere condolences to the Gist family during your time of sorrow. We all loved Rev. Gist. He was very nice to our family, and man, did he know the bible. He was truly an inspiration the way he quoted scripture. GOD Bless you all.
Condolence to the entire family, Cynthia and Brittany you will continue to be in my prayers.
Condolences to the family from the Barbara Baker and family my your heart rest in knowing he is with his savior in Heaven. Prayers is with the family.
Cinthia and Brittany so sorry for your loss of you loving Husband and Dad. My prayers and love are sent your way!
Lewis and I are so very sorry for the loss of your dad, Brittany, and your husband, Cynthia. Sending much
love and prayers your way!
Our condolences,
Lewis and Barbara Frederick
My deepest condolences to the Gist family.Heaven needed a new minister.
Rest In Peace , Keeping the Family in prayer .
My condolences to the Gist family and friends!!! May Almighty God Allah Be Pleased With him. May you Rest In Peace and Paradise!!! Much Love Respect and Peace
My sympathies to you, Cynthia, Brittany and the Gist family. Remembering him from the old times with the Kappas. Always a gentleman.
You all keep praying and leaning on Jesus. God is always a present help in times like these. Love you💖
Truly, I have been blessed through the life of Rev. Gist; he was my mentor and encourager while studying the Old Testament and a good friend in general. We enjoyed playing Bible trivia; that is how Rev. Gist would mentor me. I am going to miss my friend greatly. I sure would not mind being a fly on the golden walls of heaven during the time spent he and others are discussing God’s Word.
My prayers go out to Mrs. Cynthia Gist and her family, who allowed me to visit occasionally.
RIP my friend
My uncle Israel has gone home to
be with his heavenly family. There
were countless times when the
brothers and sisters would come
together and speak of “olden days”. The conversations would range from, family, home, food, church, school, friends, work, and
let’s not forget sports. Regardless of what story I heard, whether it
was humorous, sad, or just real, a
LESSON was always learned!
To Cynthia, Brittany and the Gist family, we send our sympathy and condolences for your loss. Reverend Gist will truly be missed. He was a “walking Bible encyclopedia” at Zion, who had a unique method of delivering the Word that was understandable and enjoyable. God bless you, always.
Skip and I are saddened by the passing of Rev Gist. We send our condolences, love and prayers to his wife, Cynthia, daughter Brittany and all other family and friends.
He was my pulpit Buddy
Rev. Cynthia Walters
On behalf of the Columbia (SC) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., we are sadden by the passing of beloved brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time.