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Mandy Mata
April 21, 2009
I love you very much mommy. I know that you are doing well and are watching down on me every day and are helping me in everything that I do. I love you...
Mandy Mata
March 30, 2009
Momma I love you with all my heart. There are times where I go to pick up the phone to call you and remember that now I dont need a phone to talk to you. I love you very much and miss you too.. Love ya and see you one the other side.
Karen Mata
March 8, 2009
Momma,
Just wanted to let you know that I was thinking of you and that I love you very much and miss you ...
Ashley Harrison
January 9, 2009
Karen,
Im so sorry for the loss of your mother! Not only was she a very beautiful person but she was my momma away from Kentucky. I was only around her maybe three or four times but she left a very important spot on my heart. It was the first time I met her she told me she loved me and to be careful going home. it was an eight hour trip or sould i say it was suppose to take eight hours. Well we got there in six. Momma told me to put down my wings and travel normal. HAHA we laughed. Well we got home safe that time and went back a few months later. Went the the mexican restruant and it was you me momma and jim. Couldnt help but have a smile on my face the whole time. Momma was crazy that day. Seen a side i didnt know she had in her. and remember the TO GO BOX! haha momma never forgot that night and she reminded us of it everytime we talked to her. Then there was the time we ate with her on her lunch. She got all over us for the song stay. She just couldnt get over the message it was sending. then she listened to the whole thing. And realized why we loved that song. It was the last time i seen momma that she got all over me for the speeding up there. We gave her pictures of me and you and a picture of me and terry. she put them up and as soon as she set down she started on me about speeding. WOW! momma didnt like me at the moment cause we put up our wings and got home! haha but we made the best of it and tried to change the subject as much as we could. OH BOY! the day we said our goodbyes from that trip momma once agian said slow down. HAHA we laughed and proceeded with our hugs and kisses. Momma gave me a kiss and whispered keep that heavy foot off the gas! I laughed and walked on. That was the last time I saw momma. on the way home that day I put my wings up and speed right past a state trooper! I remember you saying OMG ASHLEY A COP! i looked down and seen 82. OPPS. Well yeah remember that ticket i got.. Cost me $158 If only i would have listened to momma. HAHA I remember you getting on the phone and calling her telling her how i didnt listen to her and how i got a big fat ticket.. AND ALL I HEARD WAS MOMMA LAUGHING HER HEAD OFF! I didnt wanna talk to her that day cause i knew she was going to be mad at me. Momma always told me to slow down. Then the day you called me to tell me momma was in the hospital. That day was really sad. I cried off and on for hours then you called me back telling me she was on life support. My heart dropped. I felt sick. But i knew momma was going to be ok. She was a fighter. i kept in touch as much as i could. Then one day you called and put momma on the phone. I KNEW IT SHE WAS A FIGHTER. I tried to hold it in so momma didnt know i was upset. She whispered to me I LOVE YOU! I lost it. I had to get off that phone. All i wanted to do was go down there and give her a big hug. Then i tought she was going to go home. she was better up and talking and everything. Thats when we got a call. She was back on life support. My heart just dropped. All of a sudden you was flown down to be with her. I knew at that point things were not going to good. You call me when you landed in Richmond. it was probally not even an hour later you sent me a message and told me momma had passed to heaven. I was at work that day and all i could do is sit there and cry. Momma was gone! i know she is better in heaven and alot stronger there. She is takin care of my little Jacob! I left work that day early cause i couldnt handle myself. tears just kept rolling. you would call me about every hour to check on me and all i could think is why are you checkin on me i should be checkin on you. You said the funeral was beautiful and all her friends and family was there. All i could think of is why am i not there. I couldnt get up there for many reason. But momma would have understood. Then you came home and on her birthday we made the best choice. We had momma a birthday party. Sent her some balloons and a rose. we had cake and sung happy birthday! I will never forget that day. Karen I am here for you when you need me and I will never forget the mother i had in virginia! She was awesome! Momma I LOVE YOU!
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Stephanie Cervantes
October 24, 2008
I had the honor of attending Diane's ceremony at the funeral home yesterday. It was beautiful to see a full house, that is a testimony to the impression she had on other people.
When they asked if anyone wanted to say anything about her, my stage fright got the better of me. I am sorry that it did.
I wanted to say how when her daughter moved, she stopped by the office and Diane went downstairs to meet her to say goodbye. When she came back upstairs I asked how it went and she said ok, that she was excited for her daughter, etc. About 5 minutes later I looked over at Diane and she was quietly wiping her eyes.
That was the Diane I knew. She projected happiness and grace everyday.
The neatest things about Diane were that she was proud but not boastful, professional but not stodgy, had high standards but accepted others as they were.
She will always hold a warm memory in my heart. I miss her............
Vera Hartless
October 24, 2008
Frank, Joyce & Mandy:
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. With sincere sympathy.
Chris & Vera
Nancy Pryor Wright
October 24, 2008
Frank & Joyce, my deepest sympathy for the loss of Diane. She was my best friend & we stayed together alot as youngsters -on German School Rd. I worked at SunTrust (main office) for 30 yrs. & if I had known she was there, I would've got in touch with her..I still have pictures of us in my front yard. I did not know she had passed until my sister told me yesterday.
She was a great person when I knew her & I know you will miss her.
Love,
Karen "Mandy" Mata
October 23, 2008
Momma,
i know that you are in a better place now. You are no longer in pain.I love you with all my heart and will see you again on the other side.You will forever be in my heart and I love you. Thank you for the time that you were here teaching me everything that you knew about life and how to live. I miss you and you will forever be missed but never for gotten. LOVE YOU MOMMA!!!!!!!
Patricia Brooks
October 23, 2008
Stone Family,
May your memories sustain you during your time of grief. I send my deepest of condolences.
Michelle Griner
October 22, 2008
I grew up at Jahnke Road Church with Diane and her Family. I was friends With Mandy:) I am so very sorry for the families loss and I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Doyle Mitchell
October 22, 2008
Diane was a great friend and woman of God. We spoke daily about God and her family. She was a loving friend to all. Always had a kind word and always said “Good Morning” with a smile. I trust and know she is ok. God bless her family and friends, because we miss her.
Esther Cumbia
October 22, 2008
Diane Stone was a very sweet person and always said hi as she passed by even when she was not feeling very well. I had the honor to work with Diane for many years at SunTrust Mortgage. Diane was very supportive of me in my time of loss; she will be greatly missed by me.
Chris Edgar
October 22, 2008
Frank & Joyce,
My sincere condolences in your loss.
All my thoughts & Prayers are with you and all Family members.
Your Friend,
Chris Edgar
Virginia Power
Linda Stone Neves
October 21, 2008
Diane was my sister-in-law for eleven years. She would always call my sister and I to check in. When I was going through my divorce she called me many evenings to talk to me and to help me get through those difficult days. I'll never forget her help and kindness and advice. She was a special friend, and I will miss her greatly!!
Dianne Price
October 21, 2008
Diane loved the Lord, and loved teaching His word. I am sure she was a blessing to many people, especially her loving husband, Jim.
We have a wonderful picture of her, that was taken at our Sappony Baptist Church Homecoming, with the prettiest smile. I will always remember her smile.
God Bless you all.
Dianne Price
Stephanie Cervantes
October 21, 2008
I worked with Diane at SunTrust Mortgage. She was truly one of a kind. She was very sweet in nature, always patient , understanding and funny. She would tell me little jokes when it got stressful at work.
There was one day that she told me how much she hated having her picture taken, so I immediately took a picture of her on my cell phone just to tease her and I have it to this day. It's dated 3/13/08 @ 12:58pm. There were many times when I cleaned out my photos, but I always kept this one because she was so dear to me.
I loved Diane and anyone else that knew her would have to. I'm very sorry that she had to leave us so young, but imagine the glory she has now! The fact that we know she is in Heaven can bring us all joy. She is, at this moment, looking at our Lord's face.
Diane - I will see you again!!
Jeanne Conley
October 21, 2008
Karen,
So sorry for your loss. I know your mother was a special person to you and will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers and if we can do anything to help you through this difficult time don't hesitate to call or stop by. Have a safe trip home. We love you!
The Conley's; Bob, Jeanne, Crystal and Little Bob.
Pauline Kennedy
October 21, 2008
My deepest sympathy to you Jim and the other family members. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Brenda and Ronnie Turner
October 21, 2008
Jim, we are so sorry to hear about Diane. Just hold on to all of the good memories, and you know that God will give you all of the strength that you need. Please contact me.
[email protected]
James Kerr
October 21, 2008
Jim,
So sorry to hear about your wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love in Christ,
Jim & Genie Kerr, Wakefield Baptist Church, Wakefield, VA
Diana Case-Foster
October 21, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Diane was a special person and I enjoyed getting to know her through my American Sign Language Class as JTCC. God bless you all.
In Christ,
Diana Case-Foster
Interpreter for the Deaf
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