From McKenzie Stokes

I remember all the fun we had together. I spent several summers with Uncle Timothy and Aunt Michelle when I was growing up. I never lacked for entertainment if Uncle T was around! Joking, singing, dancing and especially laughing were part of everyday life with him. Amid all of the merriment Uncle Timothy ALWAYS brought it back around to Jesus. As a parent now, I strive to continue that legacy of making life fun and keeping Jesus in the middle of everything I do every day. Just like Uncle T.

~ McKenzie Stokes, Niece

From Brian Stokes

Two thoughts of Timothy are very vivid. He had such a big, happy-go-lucky personality that he carried everywhere he went, and he was able to comfortably talk about Jesus to anybody at anytime. He did, too. We see his cards and calendars everywhere we go!

~ Brian Stokes, Nephew-in-Love

From Mark Hathaway

I met Timothy as a young man when he came to preach in my fathers church. Being a PK I was well immersed in the bible but Timothy brought a fresh insight into the mind of God. His sermon on words is one of the most important lessons I have learned. They say you are what you eat but I've learned the power of words and believe you are what you say. Thank you Timothy for being a mouthpiece of Jesus and for showing me it's all about love. Someday I'll see you again and what a joyous day that will be! In Gods love,

~ Mark Hathaway, Reading, Pennsylvania

From Mark Landells

Dear Michelle and family,
My name is Mark Landells from Australia. My mother is Pat Landells and we have just received the phone message you left her advising of Tim's passing.

Unfortunately you did not leave your phone number for us to return your call. Pat no longer lives at home. On behalf of Pat and my brothers Scott and Tony I would like to express our deepest sympathies at the passing of Tim.

Tim played basketball for my father Alan in Australia and helped lead the St.Kilda Saints to their first ever Victorian Championship game in 1967, which they unfortunately lost. The Victorian Championship in those days was the equivalent to the National Championship and the team that beat them contained 7 Olympians.

At the time Tim was teaching at a high school in Melbourne and I swear he had the whole school at that championship game including the school band to cheer for the Saints. At the time that sort of promotion for a basketball game in Australia was totally unheard of.

I was only 9 years old at the time but I have wonderful memories of Tim's boundless enthusiasm, his total commitment to help the team and his fun loving, outgoing personality. He was always the life of the party and yet was always first on the training track the very next morning.

My father Alan passed away in 1998.

During the 40 odd years since Tim returned to the U.S., as a family we often fondly remembered the many happy times we shared with Tim and his larger than life personality.

At the time that Tim played basketball for my father in 1967, religion was certainly not on his agenda. On that same team was another American, Dave, who was deeply religious and worked on the Billy Graham crusades in the 1960's. Alan and Pat fondly remember in those days how Tim often wondered "what the problem was with Dave?" We later figured that playing basketball with "The Saints" was an omen for Tim's future life passion.

We loved receiving his newsletters hearing what he was up to and his phone calls to Pat especially after Alan's death were always greatly appreciated.

Tim's contribution to our family and to the Saints cannot be measured in points or rebounds. His love for life and willingness to help others was unquestioned and this obviously led him into his career sharing the word of the Lord.

Even though I was only 9 years old I cannot express just how wonderful his impact was on the Landells family.

He may be gone but as I hope I have expressed he will always be in our hearts.

Michelle, I hope you get to read this message as I would certainly like to make contact with you.

~ Mark Landells, Melbourne, Australia

From Charles Morgan

I can't remember when I met Tim Pearson because I can't remember a time when I did not know him. Tim was one of my older brother's closest friends when I was a very young child. Tim always had a wonderful personality and didn't pick on us younger kids as some of my brother's other friends were prone to do. Tim dedicated most of his life to preaching the gospel, but he did not preach in a negative "fire and brimstone" manner, but was always upbeat and cheerful. He truly believed the Word was GOOD news. Tim did so much for so many people. We will miss him.

~ Charles Morgan, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

From Darrell and Rosemary Mize

As you know Michelle we have had the privilege of talking with your Timothy almost every week the past few years. We loved him and miss him and remain in shock at his passing to be with The Lord God. We will never forget him and hope that you will stay in touch with us as you continue your life here on earth without him.

~ Rosemary Mize, Canton, Texas

I do know that Timothy was a sweet man who loved Jesus and God and tried to share that love with those around him and every one he met. Timothy was humble and forgiving of those who did not have the passion and love of Christ that he felt every moment of his life. A common concern of every man is that his life not be wasted and in vain and Timothy would have no regret as to his contribution to the lifes that he was a part of. I will miss him.

~ Darrell Mize, Canton, Texas

From Christy McKibben

I do not think I have ever met a more single minded man. His zeal and passion for our Lord inspired me to have a deeper relationship with God. Timothy's desire to spread the Gospel and share the love of Jesus was a shining example in my life. His actions were motivated by the promptings of the Holy Spirit. What he did; he did with his whole being. I am thankful to have known him and I smile as I think about the scene in heaven when Timothy entered those gates. Wow! He was like a modern day John the Baptist and he is already greatly missed.

~ Christy McKibben, Canton, Texas

From Lori Tobias

I thank God for the privilege of knowing Timothy as the true man of God that he is and my very dear friend. His uncompromising love for Jesus the Word flowed through Timothy like no one I have ever known. His generosity, joy, laughter, and faith have forever touched my life and I know I am better for knowing him. Every time he would call me he would start with singing Jesus on the main line tell him what you want and then go into praying for me and my household. He would send me letters with scripture and verse and I would look up every one of them and know they were for me because I KNOW the Jesus in Timothy and I know they communed daily. What a honor and privilege just to know him. In all my years on earth I have never known anyone like Timothy. I will miss you my friend deeply. There are 2 songs that make me smile when I hear them because they remind me of him. Take it to the limit the Eagles and Thank you for giving to the Lord. I love you Timothy.

~ Lori Tobias, Columbus, Ohio

From Richard "Dick" Gary

I've had a difficult time over the loss of my friend, Tim Pearson. I just want to say I'm thankful that God allowed me the pleasure of knowing Timothy!!!

Tim was so generous and kind to me than I can express. He did so many things...gifts, phone calls, appearing at my door...and many other expressions of a loving friend, in some very tough times in my life....which showed his care and concern. How much his friendship helped...meant more to me than I can express. Thanks Timothy....rare is a friend as you!

We are and will be praying for you Michelle....Stay strong in Faith in Our God!

~ Richard "Dick" Gary, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

From Vicki Guidry

Timothy Pearson will always remain in my heart. What a legacy of love for the Lord this man leaves behind! I’ll always remember Timothy’s kindness, generosity, kind spirit and warm laughter. His life was his testimony. He was an inspiration to my family and I feel blessed to have known him. Timothy’s love and excitement for the Lord was an inspiration to all who knew him. He is now ecstatic beyond description, as he has inherited eternal life through Jesus, his Lord. This world is a better place because Timothy was here. He will be missed.

~ Vicki Guidry

From Cathy Alexander

I only knew Timothy for a short time, but he was an awesome, unforgettable man. His presence made me think of John the Baptist. His spiritual gift of love spread to all of those who knew him. I will miss him, and I pray for God's peace to be with Michelle.

~ Cathy Alexander, Arlington, Texas

From Charlie Renfroe

(Message from Guest Book)

Tim Pearson was the most intense man I have ever met, no matter what the subject he was on at the time. I first came to know Tim as we went to THS together and became fast friends as he and Danny Morgan were always cruising the Dog House for the girls in his 1957 Power Pack Chevrolet Two Door hardtop sports model... along with me and Donny Hinton in my 53 Mercury and then later my 61 Ford Falcon with the speaker under the hood...whisltin' at the girls don't you know...we attended every THS basketball game in 1961 when he and Danny, Harry Hammonds, Tim Parker, and Jeff Townsend could have beat the LA Lakers as we went to the State Championship and he got hurt in the finals and we "won it for Tim" that year...then he became intimately aquainted with Jesus and told everyone he met about Him with a passion, he would even have witnessed to a Buzz Saw if it stood still long enough.

I spoke with Tim Pearson nearly every month of his life the past 5years as he would call me to encourage me or enlist my assistance in one of his mission trips...the last time I heard from him was when he wanted to come to our 50th reunion, but sadly died that day on May 7th...I loved Tim Pearson and told him so each time we spoke, I will miss him.

~ Charlie Renfroe, Class of 1961, Atlanta, GA
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(Email message sent to friends)

Dear Friends;

I was visiting with Bob Boshell tonight and he told me that Tim Pearson had passed away, we immediately called his cell phone and his wife Michelle answered the phone.

I had last heard from Tim, as he called me a couple of times a month for a good visit and he wanted to come to the reunion in Tuscaloosa on May the 7th. His wife told me that he had not been feeling well and that he went to sleep Friday night the 6th and when she went to wake him Saturday morning he was in his prone position on his back with his hands behind his head when he was praying....and that he had gone peacefully in his sleep,..... talking with his Master, as Patty and I were considering all of this sudden departure, she told me that she knew that Tim was where he always wanted to be at this very moment....sometimes we do not understand why God calls some so young but I know that right now Tim knows! and I am intensely happy for him.

I loved Tim Pearson and often told him so....and when he and I would speak he was both tender and intense as he shared with me his passionate love for Christ and his burning desire for all that he encountered to know Him personally. I would always have a good conversation with him telling him that he should always remember that a great salesman would always leave the door open if he did not make the sale on the first call...I told him that he did not want to run anyone away from the Gospel...he would always ask me, where would they go?...Hell number two?...and was I in smoking or non-smoking section?

He would always leave me with a prayer for me and my family that God would keep me safe to protect my ailing heart ( sometimes in a foreign language- that he would translate for me) and that I would continue to be the encouragement to others that I was to him...how many times I failed him, even though I would take his calls and at times endure his passionate plea for mankind and the condition of the core values of America etc,....I did nor return his call last week when he left me a message that he wanted to go to the reunion but did not have the money for the plane fare...then the tornado hit and Tuscaloosa was destroyed and I went over there to check on our business and just failed to call him back...I wish now that I had called him.

He also sent me a text message on April the 4th that I still have, telling me about Coach Tarlton's passing and how much he meant to him when he coached them to the State Championship game in '61...life is so short when we think about it...please pray for his family, as he has two adult children and Michelle his current wife...I am going to call her back tomorrow to see if there is anything she needs, and if so I will report back to you all...

Thinking of Tim....

~ Charlie Renfroe

From Jim Caldwell

I am very sorry to read of Mr. Pearson's death. As a former student of Pearson's Academy I have many fond memories of him. He taught us all to "hustle", to give our best, and to stretch to grasp goals that appeared to be just beyond our reach. I feel that the encouragement that he gave back then is still carried with me today. I also remember very well riding on that old red London double decker bus. How cool was that? Thanks Mr. Pearson.

~ Jim Caldwell, Powder Springs, GA

From Joe Lake

Tim Pearson will always be remembered for his kind, free and giving spirit. A heavy duty, power-packed flaming, faith filled, diligent minister-servant for the Lord Jesus Christ. He was constantly living, breathing and praying the Word of God's power. His tremendous zeal for soul winning places him high on the rafters of Holiness. Tim, your life was well spent and I can't thank you enough.....as I know many others feel the same way. ''There is no greater love than to lay down your life for your friends.'' - I love ya, Tim....Cya on the rafters

~ Joe Lake, Tuscaloosa, AL

From Steve Henry

The Godly Man

Timothy Pearson

“And will manifest myself to him.” John 14:21

The Lord Jesus gives special revelations of himself to his people. Even if Scripture did not declare this, there are many of the children of God who could testify the truth of it from their own experience. They have had manifestations of their Lord and savior Jesus Christ in a peculiar manner, such as no mere reading or hearing could afford. In the biographies of eminent saints, you will find many instances recorded in which Jesus has been pleased, in a very special manner to speak to their souls, and to unfold the wonders of His person; so have their souls been steeped in happiness that they have thought themselves to be in heaven, whereas they were not there, they thought were well on the threshold of it. For when Jesus manifests Himself to His people, it is heaven on earth; it is paradise in embryo; it is bliss begun. Special manifestations of Christ exercise a Holy influence on the believer’s heart. One effect will be humility. If a man says, “I have had such and such spiritual communications, I am a great man,” he has never had any communion with Jesus at all; for “God hath respect for the lowly: but the proud He knows not at all.” He does not need to come near them to know them, and will never give them any visits of love. Another effect will be happiness; for in God’s presence there are pleasures for evermore. Holiness will be sure to follow. A man who has not Holiness has never had this manifestation. Some men profess a great deal; but we must not believe any one unless we see that his deeds answer to what he says. “Be not deceived; God is not mocked”. He will not bestow His favors upon the wicked: for while he will not cast away a perfect man, neither will He respect an evil doer. Thus there will be three effects of nearness to Jesus – humility, happiness, and holiness. May God give them to each Christian.

Timothy Pearson came into my personal life less that one year ago. The love of Christ in each of us welled up when in each other’s presence. We came from different religious backgrounds but both loved Jesus.

Looking back, God’s Spirit was working on both of us. Timothy opened my eyes and heart to many wonderful Scriptures and to the world of Tongues. I could only bring the Love of Christ which manifest itself through me. I loved Timothy immediately. He made me laugh when he would call in the mornings and start by signing some hymn and the a prayer only God in heaven could understand. But I could always hear Timothy’s heart.

Timothy and I disagreed on a few issues. It is not important to set them out. What is important is that on one very special morning a very few weeks ago, while we were praying together, Timothy found himself at the Foot of Christ’s Cross. In those moments I don’t believe I even took a breath as I heard Timothy commune with his Savior. It was steeped in a gushing of one’s life out before the Lord; full of absolute Trust in Christ; an emptying of self so completely that it cleansed completely, and then to find oneself a new creation; a spiritual child of the Living God

The Love of the Lord Jesus flowed into this precious man as He cried out in thanksgiving to the Jesus he loved so much. A Healing; A Blessing of eternal measure; an outpouring of truth that was absolute, and finally, the Joy on knowing one is eternally safe and in Christ’s arms for eternity, and worthy of none of it.

There are a few people who our Lord blesses with a personal manifestation of himself that is always transformative in ones life. Those who experience these miracles are forever changed. It is not often one of God’s smallest of servants is blessed to witness the God of Creation in full communion with one of His Chosen Children. Praise Jesus. I will never forget my friend Timothy.

~ Steve Henry

From Doug Hardin

I am sorry to read of the loss of Tim. I would like to echo the previous comments of my twin brother Darryl Hardin. I too, remember that great THS Championship team in 1961, which was the origin of my life-long love of the game. Although I am a Crimson Tide fan, I have come to be an Auburn fan at times, as my son is an Auburn graduate.

~ Doug Hardin, Alabama

From Bob Guess

Timothy was kind, generous to a fault. He carried about himself something of childlikeness in his innocence, yet he was bold as a lion. He was a protector and defender. Often, he had a word in season for me personally that was stabilizing during stormy times. His humility shown on his face with radiance. He loathed titles, yet he was obviously cut out of the same cloth as John the Baptist…a prophet…whom Jesus called the greatest of all. I had great confidence in his walk with God. Timothy never met a stranger, and when you had the opportunity to just sit and talk with him (which is rare) it became obvious that he possessed the mind of Christ with a depth unmatched by what we would consider leaders in the church today. I will miss his brief “pop ins” at the office, his hugs, but mostly his prayers. He lived the admonition of “pray without ceasing.” When Timothy prayed, the heavens moved. Timothy was a friend and a warrior, I will miss him greatly.

Bob Guess

From Sylvia and Keith Hathaway

Timothy Pearson blew into Big Flats, N.Y. like a whirlwind. It was much like the Prophets of old. He shook up our religious system, and correct “traditional” reasonings. He didn’t fit into the traditional Churches mold!

The more we heard him; the more we realized that he had deeper things in the Lord. We were spiritually hungry, and sucked it all in. We didn’t recall him ever claiming to be a Prophet, but we felt he was a modern day Prophet sent to prepare us, as the “Bride of Christ.” Timothy and Michelle sacrificed much to start the Church in Big Flats, N.Y.

He faithfully loved us, and prayed for us, through many a difficult time in our lives. He never gave up on us, regardless of our spiritual condition.

Later on, as he called us often from Texas, we got to know him as a spiritual brother that needed questions answered, spiritual insight into things instead of just taking from him all the time. He was drained dry (at times) by spiritually hungry people, and we didn’t realize that he needed to be ministered to, also. We respected him because he did “walk his talk.”

In our last visit (we didn’t know it, then), he mentioned that he as like Paul. He knew it would be far better to depart and be with the Lord, but in this human body, he felt he really didn’t want to leave Michelle (whom he deeply loved and respected) and it seemed like there were more people with whom he still wanted to minister.

Two days later, the Lord took him home. He leaves a tremendous hole in all of our lives. We will greatly miss him, but we know he definitely has the better life!

~ Sylvia and Keith Hathaway