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Ervin Crowder Obituary
He was born Nov. 20, 1977 to Paulette C. Pulliam (Rickey) and Ervin L. Phillips and was self employed with Crowder's Lawn Service.
Ervin was preceded by his grandparents: Pauline Crowder, John Hill and Rufus Phillips.
He leaves to cherish his memories: his parents, Paulette C. Pulliam (Rickey) and Ervin L. Phillips; a son, Treyvion J. Hall; four daughters, Malikquia S., Keyona D., Miesha German and D'asia M. Hall; three stepdaughters, Tynesia, Tyshanti and Tyanna; a special friend, Cherisse Ridley; two brothers, Ermare L. and Erquan L. Phillips; a sister, Rickia P. Pulliam; a stepsister, Renika Starks; a grandmother, Geraldine Phillips; 10 aunts, Annette Ampey (Jerry), Alma Crowder (Clyde), Mary Daymond (John), Virginia Branch, Mary Phillips, Brenda Prosise, Ethel and Audrey Crowder, Sheila Mallory and Sandra Johnson; eight uncles, Earnest Phillips (Anna), Roy Phillips (Pearla), Gerald Phillips (Irene), Clyde Crowder (Alma), Gene Phillips, Willie Crowder, and devoted Leon Phillips and John Crowder (Yvette); devoted cousins, Pam, Troy, Boo Hall, Dusty, Tawanda, Stacy and Juanita; devoted friends, Tierre, Charlie Mack, Antoine, Dee, Esko, Dayquan, Bg, Minie and Big Kenny; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16, 2009 at the Chapel of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg. The interment will be in Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery, Petersburg. The family will assemble at noon at the residnece on the day of service.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, Petersburg, (804) 732-7841, now serving from three locations, Petersburg, Hopewell and Waverly.
Please send online condolenses to: www.blandenterpriseinc.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ervin Crowder
Royal Jones
January 25, 2009
E. J. you have run your race faster than we that are left behind and no dought will be missed by many. know this;You continue to reach and inspire people in this life. Your loving and caring spirit reached me yesterday.
Thank You,
BIG KENNY
January 22, 2009
whats up eazy? i miss u bra. ill never forget you and how many things you did for me. i luv you homie and will never forget you. watch over me bra . P.S. WE GOT YOU
January 22, 2009
Dear Friends, I want to take this opportunity
to thank you for all your kindness and love
ELSIE DALTON JONES
January 22, 2009
Many things you leave with us
Your very special heart
Glory of your journey here
In life will never part
Joy upon the face of those
Who felt your tender touch
All these gifts you left on earth
Your spirit leaves so much
Memories stored within the heart
Our treasury of love
Each one in life our greatest gift
The ones we now speak of
Kindness that you gave to us
It leaves a special mark
Feel the glow within your light
The spirit of your spark
Igniting us with stories told
In your endearing way
Smiling as we hear you now
These words won't fade away
Compassion that you held for all
Your heart so filled with care
What beauty you did emanate
With such a special flair
And so we say farewell to you
With hearts that will now grieve
Grateful too for all your worth
Life's platinum gold you leave
Your family sits in honor of
The glory that you gave
Through every minute of your life
Your beauty now engraved
No ordinary woman walked
Within the path you paved
Upon our hearts the love you gave
In life shall now cascade
No place in life is empty
For time will always share
The footprints of a gentle soul
Are carried on with care
So in this life indeed we know
That you will now remain
Love that's shared is always there
GEORG RAYMOND FISHER
January 22, 2009
Precious one you're almost there
Sent by God this Angel fair
Showing way unto the dawn
Soon rebirth in glorious morn
As you lie within this bed
Feel God's Angels kiss your head
Softly, softly in a breeze
Feel the comfort with great ease
We are standing next to you
Hearts that love are always true
Quiet sounds within the mind
Words of love they now surround
Hear us speak in gentle tones
Now you enter heaven's home
Leave your heart upon us all
Beckon beckon to God's call
What joy in life to have you here
What love sustains is always near
Hear me whisper words of love
Journey now starts up above
Within this life your dreams are spent
In heaven's glory Angels sent
Guiding you without a fear
Loved ones gathered waiting near
Take the hand that leads you forth
Soft and kind you'll not be lost
Upon the earth your spirit stays
Within the glory of your days
We kiss you with a soft farewell
Feel the love like in a spell
Gently, gently as you leave
Your courage gathered now received.
LASHAWN MOORE
January 22, 2009
A POEM FOR THE GRIEVING...
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there, I did not die...
When I come to the end of the road
And the sun has set for me
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little--but not too long
And not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love that we once shared
Miss me--but let me go.
For this is a journey that we all must take
And each must go alone. It's all a part of the Master's plan
A step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick of heart
Go to the friends we know
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds.
Miss Me - But Let me Go!
Janequa
January 20, 2009
Ervin I will truly miss you and all the good times we had together. I was one of the many people who was blessed to have you in their life. Anytime I needed to smile you were always a call away and you knew just what to say. I love you and you will always be remembered.
Love Always ,
Tameisha, Fats an Tre
January 19, 2009
Eze you will be greatly miss. Our hearts and prayers goes out to your family. Just know that we will see you again one day but until then R.I.P.
Kena Young
January 18, 2009
I remember when we first met in the first grade. I remember us walking home from Westview Ele. you always was so thoughtful, sweet,and just a good hearted person.Even though we lost contact I've always considered you a close friend. You were my angel here on earth. I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU. God Bless your family and friends. Love you always Kena
Melanie Griffin-Hamlin
January 17, 2009
My prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow. I am truly sorry for your loss.
TRISVAN and ROSE family
January 16, 2009
Ervin, you will truly be missed. We will never forget the good times we shared. We love you. Tell lil Tyrek hello and we love him too. You are an angel now, we will be there one day too.
Dee & Bubba
January 16, 2009
Ervin was a friend of mine in middle school...always smiling...always happy and he could always make me laugh...he introduced me to his friend, the guy that would be my date to the 8th grade Spring Dance...and 17 years later me and that guy are together again...we couldn't wait to get in contact with Ervin to tell him about that...and I'm glad we had a chance to connect with him before his passing...he will truly be missed...
MarQuis Archer-McAlister
January 15, 2009
My Deepest Sympathies to the Crowder family. Ervin and I grew up together. He was a great friend. I will keep you all in my prayers, especially the children. Peace Be Upon all of you.
Tony Jones
January 15, 2009
You were like a brother to me You will always live in my heart.
Latamara Claiborne
January 15, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and truly miss you.
Aqueelah (KEKE)
January 15, 2009
"Words can not began to describe how I truly feel inside all the good times, good food, and laughs we had, I will truly miss you". "Tell my grannie your aunt Sudie I said hello and I miss her, until we meet again peace be with you my sweet cuz and I love you" Keke, Bruce, Nisha, Andre', Qua', Tia, Jira, and Baby Nazr'
Russell Hill
January 15, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
T.L. Reed
January 15, 2009
To my brother,my partner,and my best friend.Words can't describe how bad it hurts to loose you Eazy.When you died,a piece of my soul died too.I appreciate everything you ever did for me bra.U were truly one of GOD'S angels right here on earth.Even though we often told each other that we love one another,we didn't get to say goodbye.You were a funny,generous,and caring dude.It was truly a pleasure to be your friend,so until we meet again.... see you later.
JAMES (CHUBBY) SMITH
January 15, 2009
They say the good die young,but when its your loved one you dont understand the meaning of that.It means that God needs his best soldiers to walk beside him so when he sees one of his, with a heart of gold he calls them home to be with him.Sometimes we may think its to early because they where so young and good.When God called Ervin home he called one of his best and brightest soldiers.I know that the pain and the hurt seems unbearable right now but we as his family and friends have to stay strong and understand that Ervin is in the land of kings with the king of kings. LOVE,CHUBBY
Ampy Family
January 15, 2009
After my father gave me his blessing
For the first time, saying, "God bless you"
As I left him to the darkness,
He held me there and kissed my hand.
For the first time saying, "God bless you"
In all the years that I had loved him,
He held me there and kissed my hand,
And the child shivered with delight.
In all the years that I had loved him,
We understood no need to speak.
The child shivered with delight;
The man in silence turned away.
We understood no need to speak
As I left him to the darkness.
The man in silence turned away
After my father gave me his blessing.
Dear son, I cannot speak, and yet
I have so much to say to you,
Too much for time and will to net.
Life goes with just this last adieu.
I have so much to say to you,
Far more than I can now convey.
Life goes with just this last adieu
To serve as what I want to say.
Far more than I can now convey,
I love you with a love that yearns
To serve as what I want to say,
Ablaze with joy that bleeds and burns.
I love you with a love that yearns
Too much for time and will to net.
Ablaze with joy that bleeds and burns,
Dear son, I cannot speak, and yet . . .
I'll see you when the sun goes down
And all the stars go crazy,
And Christ returns to claim His throne
Upon this erring earth.
And you and I will be amazed
At all that now seems hazy;
For now is faith, but then will be
The glory of rebirth.
Death will die, and we will sing
With angels at our ears,
And all my love for you will pour
Like rivers from my song.
And joy will never end, for we
Will be beyond the years,
And time before the end of time
Will not seem very long.
How beautiful Creation will
Then be! Much more than now,
When visible to faith alone
As we endure our pain.
How wonderful the gift of grace
From Christ that will allow
Me well to bear my grief until
I see you once again.
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you.
They say I should move on, but tell me, where?
Where such love as I have shared with you,
Such sweetness from such joy so many years?
There has to be some room for storing sorrow,
Some place to keep one's undivided pain,
Where past can still be present, though in shadow,
And I can hold you in my arms again.
Ah, darling! We will be together always,
Though you are dead, and I must live alone.
Time is nothing but an open window
To things more real, which you and I have known.
When we were married, we became one flesh;
So now in me you'll not return to dust.
Rest in peace, my loved one, rest in peace,
Eternally, essentially at rest.
Sleep the sleep of those who do not dream,
The dark oblivion that knows no pain.
Interred within my heart, you will remain
Neither fixed nor flowing with the stream,
Part me, part you, part child by angels blessed,
Embraced by those in whose arms sorrows cease.
All my wakeful nights, my days distressed,
Called to account, your slumber will redeem,
Even as I haunt you once again.
Tears flow down to endless streams of sadness,
Eloquent of beauty without end.
After all, we mourn the loss of gladness,
Riches that, for death, we could not spend.
So sweet is life, that does such treasures send.
Mrs Annie Mae Dalton
January 15, 2009
Sharing in your sorrow
Thinking of you and wishing
I could be there
to hold your hand.
*
You're in our thoughts
Please know how much
you are loved
and how deeply
your loss is felt by all.
*
Thinking of You
Wishing you hope
in the midst of sorrow,
comfort in the midst of pain.
With Heartfelt Sympathy
*
Remembering with you...
...the life of someone so dear.
With Sincerest Sympathy
*
May hope and peace
be yours today and always.
With Sympathy
*
The sorrow of the faithful
is not that of permanent loss,
but the tender sense of sadness
that comes in saying good-bye for now
to someone we love.
May today's sorrow give way
to the peace and
comfort of God's love.
*
There is comfort in friendship,
hope in prayer,
peace in love.
Sharing in your sorrow
with love and friendship.
*
May the love of those around you,
help you through the days ahead.
With Sincerest Sympathy
*
Someone so special...
...can never be forgotten.
Thinking of You with Sympathy
*
Gentle thoughts during these difficult days
*
May it make your sorrow
Easier for you to bear
Knowing there are others
Who understand and care.
*
May knowing you're
in the hearts and thoughts of others
help you and yours
through this time of sorrow.
*
Extending deepest sympathy
For you in your loss.
And hoping, too,
That comfort and peace
May come to you.
*
This comes to say
That many thoughts,
Sincere as they can be,
Are going out to you today
In deepest sympathy.
*
At a time like this, we are at a loss for words
to express our condolence to someone who has lost a loved one.
How to say it to bring comfort?
How to say that we care?
How to say that we understand?
*
It will be the little things
that you will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push
away the pain
and bring the smiles
back again.
With Loving Memories
*
Praying for friends to comfort you,
faith to uphold you,
and loving memories
to help you smile again.
With Sincerest Sympathy
*
At this time of sorrow,
may these truths sustain you...
Your loved one will always
be as close as a memory,
and the God of all comfort
will always be as
close as a prayer.
With Deepest Sympathy
*
Words, however kind,
can't mend your heartache:
but those who care and
share your loss wish you
comfort and peace of mind.
May you find strength
in the love of family
and in the warm embrace
of friends.
Deepest Sympathy
paula barrow
January 15, 2009
I am learning how to live
In a new way
Since that day
You were taken away
I am learning how to live
With the things left unsaid
Knowing I got to say them
With every tear that I shed
I am learning how to live
By embracing the pain
Knowing that you live on
Through the memories that remain
I am learning how to live
Knowing I will never again see your face
And I have peace knowing
You’re in a better place
I am learning how to live
Knowing you’re in God’s care
It gives me the strength to move on
And makes the pain much easier to bear.
Monica Taylor
January 15, 2009
I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. May precious memories fill your heart and ease your pain.
Veronica Lewis
January 15, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tess Short, JEJ Moore School Counselor
January 15, 2009
May God bless you and your family. Please let me know if I can do anything to assist you during this time.
Shlonda, Shequita, Letisha Mason
January 15, 2009
May God bless you and keep your family strong during your time of sorrow. He may not be here in flesh, but he will always be in your hearts. We send our deepest condolenses.
Lamont Evans
January 15, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 15, 2009
Missing You
I just can't believe it
The sun still sets and rises.
The moon and stars still shine.
The flowers still bloom,
The birds still sing.
I expected a change in everything...
I just can't believe it.
It still gets dark and light.
The ocean still has waves,
The rain still rains,
The wind still blows.
Is it because they do not know?
I just can't believe it.
I thought the world would stop,
When in my house I found
An empty chair,
A missing smile.
I thought it would stop
For just a while.
I just can't believe it....
ROBERT AND CHARLENE GROVES
January 15, 2009
They said, “Master the sea is raging.”
“See how the waves dash so high.”
“Soon they’ll come crashing down,”
“And we’ll surely drown.”
Carest Thou not that we die?”
Jesus said, “My fearful disciples,”
“Of little faith now are ye.”
Then, He arose from where He lay,
And they heard Him firmly say,
“Peace, be still,” to the sea!
In my life, the tempest was raging.
It threatened to capsize my soul.
I did not know,
Which way I should go.
I was overwhelmed,
By the sea billow’s roll.
I too heard the voice of the Master!
He said, “Come my child unto Me.”
Then, in spite of stormy weather,
We two, together,
Triumphantly walked on life’s sea!
Now, I no longer fear the raging sea,
Or even the rolling tide!
For come what may,
Day after day,
Jesus walks close by my side!
January 15, 2009
The County Home, that was what they called,
A place where they put the old ones after all.
It was there we would visit on fourth Sundays
To visit, sing and pray, and bring a smile their way.
I was just a little girl at that particular time,
And at first I was afraid of what we’d find.
Some poor souls were left there to waste,
Or until the Lord would call them to the GATE.
As time went by I learned to love our calls,
They were so much like me and again not at all.
I would give them a hug and maybe sing a song
It seemed to make them happy to see me come along.
There was one man that I will always remember
He stood out from all the rest, like a pile of timber.
Yes a strapping man he was but feeble was his mind.
They all called him Tojo, and he was so kind.
Every Sunday we would come, he would want a hug.
And if I pretended not to see him, I would feel a tug.
He was so funny, and such a kindly old man to me
So we would sing together, he was happy as could be.
The months rolled by, and turned into years
And Tojo wandered off one day, it brought me tears.
It was dead of winter and he decided to take a walk
But no one knew he was gone, until they heard the talk.
“Where is Tojo ?“ the old ones began to ask
So at last they called for help to start the task
To find him safe and sound was the plan
But it had been too long, no one could take his hand.
They found him lying cold about a mile away,
My heart was saddened by the end of that day,
I knew that God had sent an angel to take Tojo home
And that he was singing perfectly for the first time known.
Well more years have gone by, the county home is gone.
But just by chance, they named the road after the home.
That road is where I live now for over twenty years,
Near the spot where Tojo and I met and overcame my fears.
He taught me a valuable lesson to carry through life,
To love and be good to whomever you can, and be wise
Never take for granted the gifts given by OUR LORD
Always give Him the praise, and live by the SWORD.
Shirley Barr
ARNIE
January 15, 2009
I was walking down a path I had often been down before,
one place I always passed by was very hard for me to ignore.
I could hear this beautiful soft music coming from inside,
it drew me closer with each step but I still could not decide.
I wondered if I should go in for a visit to take a look around,
there on the path, ahead of me, were pink rose petals on the ground.
I walked up to the gate and through a flowered entrance to get in,
first was the lovely fragrance of flowers and the sound of a violin.
There were so many different flowers everywhere I could see,
the absolute beauty of it all was completely breath taking to me.
What was this wonderful, serene place I had wandered into,
it was filled with so many people but not anyone I knew.
Everyone there looked so peaceful with a smile on their face,
where was I, what was I doing here, what was this place.
I was going to turn and leave and try not to bother any one,
then I heard soft footsteps behind me and knew I should not run.
“Please, come in my friend there are so many lovely things here to see”,
a kindly looking gentleman said walking ever so slowly up to me.
“Your in the prayer garden and you are always welcome to stay,
people come here often when they feel the need to pray.”
“ God can provide you with everything to help you make it through,
there is always plenty of faith, hope, trust, love, and forgiveness too.”
“Please, come back for another visit anytime you want to pray,
God is always here to listen, twenty-four hours a day.”
January 15, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow.
Peter, Marilyn, Mike, D'Andre, Lani',
LaToia & Shakur
Darnmisha
January 14, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Love, Tierre', Vontisha, Tiare'
January 14, 2009
It's so sad that you had to die this way. A good person that gave and did for anybody. Always had a smile no matter what. So many memories with you & Cherisse, me & Tierre'.. Tierre' really lost a good friend.. I'm just so sorry that this had to happen..
meka/footy/B.G
January 14, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
TWINKIE PIE AND FAMILY
January 14, 2009
I WAS SADDEN TO HEAR ABOUT ERVIN, IT GOT ME THINKING ABOUT MY BROTHER (KENNYMAN) AND ALL THE GOOD TIME WE SHARED. JUST
REMEMBER THAT GOD KNOWS BEST.
YOU WILL BE MISSED CUZ.
PEGGY HALL
January 14, 2009
MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY YOU,RE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU
Pat Cone
January 14, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
BK Harvell
January 14, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
JAVON MASON
January 14, 2009
Sometimes we have to let go of the ones we never want to lose
But in this case it was in God's hands and not for me to choose
The tears would run down my face to the thought of this day
The day you'd go and be with the angels and be so far away
But then I came to realize from the bottom of my heart
Nothing has ever gotten between us and has ever torn us apart
You are still deep inside me I can still feel you there
Now you are with everyone and you can be everywhere
I know now that you are happy and not sick in any way
But the thought of you passing beside me happens each and every day
I know you know we love you
And I know you love us too
It's just going to take some time for us to make it through
You've brought our family so close together
As I felt us fall apart
Don't ever think we've forgotten you
You are forever in our hearts
NICKIE
January 14, 2009
Grief is afraid of smiles and celebrations. Put up a smiling face. Try to remember those things that make you happy and grief will leave without saying a goodbye."
TAE
January 14, 2009
Though it hurts to lose a loved one, it is most painful to grieve for what you didn't get to enjoy with them. Rather, remember the blessings they left behind, with so many wonderful memories. Treasure their essence, for it is still here with you."
NIKIA
January 14, 2009
His golden heart stopped beating, his loving hands were put to rest. God broke my heart to prove to me, he only takes the best."
Just like any other kind of relationship, a friendship can be lost too. It may be lost through anger, mistakes, or simply through circumstances. You work through it and one day everything will be okay."
The loss of a friend is like the loss of a limb. Time heals the anguish of the wound but the loss is never returned."
Missing You
I know you're up in Heaven now
And I know that this is true
But all I can seem to think about
Is how much I miss you
I miss the way you said, "I love you"
Each and every day
Now I'm just filled with the hurt and pain
And the things that I never got to say
I know that life isn't fair
I wish so much that I could be
If only I could give you back
All the love you gave to me
I miss you so much Mommy
This is just so hard for me
I hear your laugh, I hear your voice
And your face is all I can see
Every tear that I cry
Is now just a memory
A reminder of all the love
All the love you ever gave to me
Now you're gone and I miss you so
And I don't know what to do
But I know until we meet in Heaven
I'll always be missing you
As a tear rolls down my cheek
I look up to the sky
I can't bring myself to say it
I just can't tell you
Good-bye
YOUNG FAMILY
January 14, 2009
MAY YOU HAVE PEACE
I cannot say that I know, just how you feel
For your hurt is so great, and will take God's touch to heal
Yet is it possible for such a wound, to completely ever mend
When you've lost your mate, parent, child or good friend
Please know that I pray for you, each and every day
And feel God's Holy Spirit, in small and simple ways
And then I am reminded, of such a simple phrase
With all the strength that's in you, please walk by faith
So come to me and talk about, anything you feel
For I'll be here in body, but Christ will soon reveal
That while it is impossible, for a friend to end your pain
HE will bring about a peace, and in your hurt sustain
LORRAINE TUCKER
January 14, 2009
I condole with you. We have lost a most dear and valuable relation. But it is the will of God and nature that these mortal bodies be laid aside when the soul is to enter into real life. This is rather an embryo state, a preparation for living. A man is not completely born until he is dead. Why then should we grieve that a new child is born among the immortals, a new member added to their happy society?
We are Spirits. That bodies should be lent us, while they can afford us pleasure, assist us in acquiring knowledge, or in doing good to our fellow creatures, is a kind and benevolent act of God. When they become unfit for these purposes, and afford us pain instead of pleasure, instead of aid become an encumbrance, and answer none of the intentions for which they were given, it is equally kind and benevolent that a way is provided by which we may rid of them. Death is that way.
We ourselves, in some cases, prudently choose a partial death. A mangled painful limb which cannot be restored, we willingly cut off. He who plucks out a tooth parts with it freely, since the pain goes with it; and he who quits the whole body, parts at once with all pains and possibilities of pain and diseases which it was liable to, or capable of making him suffer.
Our friend and we are invited abroad on a party of pleasure which is to last forever. His chair was ready first, and he is gone before us. We could not all conveniently start together; and why should you and I be grieved at this, since we are soon to follow, and know where to find him?"
I hope you have a wonderful and blessed week. God bless you.
CASSANDRA
January 14, 2009
God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not meant to be,
So he put his arms around you
and whispered "Come to Me".
With tearful eyes we watched you,
as we saw you pass away.
Although we loved you deeply,
we could not make you stay.
Your Golden Heart stopped beating,
hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.
ERVIN JONES
January 14, 2009
I'll lend you for a little while,
a child of mine" God said,
"for you to love the while she lives,
and mourn for when she's dead.
It may be two or three short years,
or twenty-two or three,
but will you, till I call her back,
take care of her for me?
She'll bring her charms to gladden you,
and should her stay be brief,
you'll have her lovely memories
as solace for your grief.
I cannot promise she will stay,
since all from earth return,
but there are lessons taught down there
I want this child to learn.
I've looked the wide world over
in my search for teacher's true,
and from the throngs that crowd life's lanes,
I have selected you.
Now will you give her all your love?
Nor think the labor vain?
Nor hate me when I come to call,
to take her back again?"
God fancied he heard the parent's say,
"Dear Lord, thy will be done.
For all the joy the child shall bring,
the risk of grief I'll run.
I'll shelter her with tenderness,
I'll love her while I may,
and for the happiness I've known
forever grateful I'll stay.
But should the angels call for her,
much sooner than I planned,
I'll brave the bitter grief that comes,
and try to understand."
shay
January 14, 2009
If tears could build a stairway and memories were a lane,
We would walk all the way to Heaven, to bring you home again
No farewell words were spoken, no time to say good-bye
You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why
Our hearts ache in sadness, and secret tears will flow
What is meant to lose you, no one will ever know
Surrounded by friends
yet all alone
the one I loved
God has called home
the hugs of friends
helps ease the pain
and I know my loss
is my loved one's gain
but tears now flow
across my face
as I long for just
one more embrace
then comfort comes
and I see Christ's face
He hugs my loved one
and I feel God's grace.
Brenda Heath
January 14, 2009
Cheriss and the Crowder family-- we work with Cheriss at the nursing home. so sorry for your loss. thoughts and prayers go out to you Cheriss and the families. Brenda Heath and Olga Hawkins-- Colonial Heights Healthcare Center
Wendell & Keisha Hall
January 14, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
ShaVonne Bonner
January 13, 2009
I am so sorry that you are gone. It seems like we just hung up the phone.It is definitely going to be a hard pill to swallow but I know you are doing better than me in THE KINGDOM with OUR FATHER. We will see each other again my friend.My kids are going to miss Uncle Ervin and so will I.We love you Ervin.
Alonzo Jordan
January 13, 2009
Alonzo & Roshell Jordan and Family
Tim Walker
January 13, 2009
Bro, we come along way since (1979) 936 Mckenzie St. There is a hole in my heart that can not be filled. I know you would want me to be strong, so I will try. The only thing that gives me peace is to know that we will see each other again. I love you bro.
Shawanda Bolling
January 13, 2009
May GOD give your family the strength to endure the loss of your loved one. Ervin will be truely missed by many!
Linda Lewis
January 13, 2009
May God be with your family at this very sad and unexpected time. Ervin we will always miss you and think of you. You were always another son to me and a good uncle to KT and we will never forget you.
Gary Lewis
January 13, 2009
You were a brother to me and you will be missed. You will always be remebered and held close in heart. Love Always B.G
January 12, 2009
There is a hole in my heart now that I know your smile will no longer brighten my life. May you rest in peace
sakiese wade
January 12, 2009
May you rest in peace Eazy... We will all miss you..
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