Lena M. Callands Obituary
The memory of Lena M. Callands in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, born in Augusta, Georgia, who passed away on July 25, 2025 at the age of 92, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lena M. Callands to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let her loved ones carry forward the torch of her memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of her love and the brilliance of her spirit. Though Lena may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, her essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John H. Bussey, Sr. and Alneather Bussey. She is survived by: her husband John Callands; her godson Rev. David R. Foreman; and her friend Diane Shaw. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, two great-great grandnieces.
Visitation will be held on Monday, August 4th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Immanuel Baptist Church (1324 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06511). A funeral service will be held on Monday, August 4th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
