Vernon Miles Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Lisa M Jones
October 18, 2024
Dad, I never imagined 16 years without and 24 without mom, life is so totally different. I miss you so much, not a day goes by without a thought, or a memory of you. Continue to RIP, love you always, your baby girl.
Lisa M Jones
October 23, 2023
Dad, it has been 15 years since you left me and I tell you it seems like yesterday. I miss you so much. I will never forget you. RIP Daddy, love always, your babygirl, Lisa
Lisa M Jones
October 17, 2021
I Love and miss you dad. This has been a hard 13 years without you.
RIP...your never forgotten
Lisa M Jones
October 18, 2020
Dad i miss you so much, I will always keep you alive in my heart and memories. This is 12 yrs u been gone, yet is feels like yesterday.
Love and miss you
Your baby girl,
Lisa
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LISA JONES
May 26, 2009
DAD AND MOM, YOU BOTH WERE WELL REMEMBERED THIS MEMORIAL DAY. I MISS AND LOVE YOU BOTH SO MUCH. BUT GOD LOVES YOU MORE!!
Lisa Jones
February 22, 2009
Dad,
Happy Birthday, I missed you so much on your birthday. But I know your happy with mom and our heavenly father.
Love and Miss Ya
Lisa
Lisa M Jones
December 25, 2008
Merry Christmas Daddy,
It was so hard not having you here with us, and waiting on that morning call. I miss you so much. Tell Ma Merry Christmas too! This is you and ma's first Christmas together since 1999.
Love you both and miss you both deeply.
Your baby,
Lisa
L. DaVon Jones
December 9, 2008
Popa,
Im missing you day after day! My mind feels like it is in repeat. The moment I heard that you past, it felt like my legs came from underneath me. I just want to make sure that you know I Love You and your legacy will remain alive threw me. This year your house is Lite Up for Christmas in memory of you and my Grandmother! May the Lord continue to send his blessing and until we meet again in heaven make sure to watch over me and our family because we really need it! Love You popa!
Patty (Jones) Lewis
October 27, 2008
To The Miles Family,
We are sadden by the loss of your Dad, Sonny Miles. He was a big part of our life growing up as he was our Dad's (Roland) best friend. We remember them bird and squirrel hunting when we lived in Varina. May God comfort you during this time and always.
Patty and Roland, Jr.
Terry Hooper-Anderson
October 26, 2008
Our hearts go out to you all. Your in our prayers now and always.
With love,
Terry Hooper-Anderson & Family
Lisa M Jones
October 26, 2008
Happy Birthday Mom, you have received a special gift today Oct 25, your loving husband. I miss you both, but your back together again.
Love ya always
Your baby girl. Lisa
Irene Johnson
October 26, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Jessica White
October 25, 2008
Cathy,Tara and family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless you and you all are in my prayers.
Verna Charity-Turner
October 24, 2008
Regina,
I want you to know that I admired your father so much. He was a great father to all of you. I only wish there was something I could say to comfort you and take away what you are feeling right now. I pray that the love of your family and friends comfort you during this sad time.
Carlos & Brenda Cardoza
October 24, 2008
Regina,
We are so sorry for the sudden loss of your father. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers during this very difficult time.
May you find the courage to face tomorrow in the love that surrounds you and your family today.
Charlotte, Wesley & Mary Peterson
October 24, 2008
We are sorry to her of your loss. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
THELMA BROWN
October 24, 2008
LISA & FAMILY,
COME, MY CHILDREN, GOD KNOWS YOUR PAIN. YOUR DADDY'S GONE, BUT HIS SOUL REMAINS. YOU CANNOT SEE HIM, BUT HIS MEMORY'S THERE. GOD GAVE IT TO YOU SO DON'T DESPAIR. UNCLE SONNY'S TIME ON EARTH WAS THROUGH. HE COMPLETED THE TASK HE WAS BORN TO DO. HE DID IT SO WELL THAT GOD TOOK HIM HOME TO WALK THE STREETS WHERE ANGELS ROAM. I KNOW HE WAS SPECIAL AND YOU MISS HIM SO, BUT WHEN YOUR TIMES COMES YOU'LL GET TO GO. YOU'LL SEE YOUR DADDY AND JESUS, TOO, SO LIVE THIS LIFE GOD GAVE TO YOU. YOU HEART WILL HURT AND ONE DAY YOU'LL SEE THAT DEATH EARTH'S DOOR TO ETERNITY.
LEE LEE & FAMILY
Nicole & Shayna Adkins
October 24, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lori Crewe
October 24, 2008
Lisa & Leon, Our hearts was sadden when we heard the news of the passing of your father. Just remember to trust in the Lord and he will see you through everything.
Kerry & Lori Crewe
Lexie & David Torres
October 23, 2008
To the Family:
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Sonny... please know that our prayers are with you and we're here if you need anything.
Irene Robinson and Family
October 23, 2008
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family.
Shelly Crawley
October 23, 2008
DaVon, Lisa, & Miles family:
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.
Lolinda Whitehead
October 23, 2008
It was a privilege to have known such a loving, kind, family oriented man. I will always remember putting your lottery tickets in and you would say I will be back with my winning ticket and I would just laugh then you would say see you lata (Smiley)
Robert & Barbara Charity
October 23, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Miles Family at this time.
Tiffany Spruill
October 23, 2008
Tara & Family
I'm sorry to hear about your loss as I know how much he meant to all of you. Please accept my heartfelt condolesences.
Your Former Classmate & Family
Bridget Christian-Robinson
October 23, 2008
To the Family, We are deeply sorry for your lost, you are in our prayers.
Bridget, Daryl, Janet, Lola, Betty, Nickie, Pearl & Cookie.
Pattie Howard
October 23, 2008
Lisa and Family,
I was truly saddened to hear of the passing of your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chee & Lacy Charity
October 23, 2008
To the Miles Family:
Our hearts go out to your family in your time of sorrow. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends who will always be there for you. Take the time to reflect and remember all the good times that were spent with him thru the years. You know we are here when needed.
Maxine Miles
October 23, 2008
My family and I are so saddened by your loss. We are happy that we got to see him at Aunte Mattie's birthday celebration. Just the mention of his name brings back pleasant memories. He will not be forgotten and you will remain in our prayers. God Bless you all
Debbie Crewe
October 23, 2008
Sherry,Kathy, and Family; We were so saddened to hear about the loss of your father. Please know that our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. Love Pye& Debbie Crewe
Corlisse Cokie Calhoun
October 23, 2008
To the family, I have no words that can describe what a great man, husband and Father Sonny Miles was. I just about lived at your home in Jersey City on Sip Ave. Those were the good old days. We didn't have much, put we had more Fun and LOVE for each other. Quicey always cooked some good food and so much. I use to just love being at your house on Sip Ave. Remember walking me up the hill to the bus. Sometime Sonny would drive me home in the big station wagon. I remember Sonny brought the first color television I had ever saw. I couldn't wait to come over your house to see it. Cathy remember our barbie dolls and all the clothes you had. Sometimes we would have fights and I would go play with Regina. Put we always started speaking again. I love you'll so much. I'm praying that God will comfort and guide you to peace and serenity. Sherry Miles was the best babysitter in the world. I love you Sherry and Troy!
Love Cokie remember 98 Virginia Ave Jersey City N.J. Corlisse Calhoun El-Fakhri and family 10-23-08
Aerial Christian
October 23, 2008
To Troy, Ms. Sherry, & T.J.: Deepest and warmest condolences from my family to yours during this time. Love you all
MONICA JOHNSON-BROWN
October 23, 2008
TO THE FAMILY
MY HEART WAS SO SADDEN TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES SHARED WITH YOUR FATHER AND HOLD ON TO THOSE MEMORIES. TAKE ONE DAY AT A TIME.
Lisa Christian
October 23, 2008
Dear Miles Family,
I was sadden to hear about the loss of your father. God bless each of you during this difficult time.
Brenda Crawley
October 23, 2008
Times like these bring back memories that can "never" be taken away... Your loss is our loss ~ as we think about your Dad, we hear the sound of his laughter, see his mischievous smile yet warm smile, his need to offer himself whether physically or his wealth of knowledge that would benefit the receiver or hearer...we will miss him dearly.
Joie Howell
October 23, 2008
Cathy & Bitterman, I'm very sorry to hear of the death of your father. Deepest sympathy to you and your family. AD, Joie & Charity
Red, Sug & Brooke Miles
October 23, 2008
To the family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We hope you find the strength to make it through this difficult time. Please know that friends and family are there if you need them.
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