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Published by Chiles' Funeral Home, Inc. from Jan. 14 to Jan. 18, 2009.

LUSTER, Gladys A., 98, entered eternal life January 13, 2009. She was preceded by her husband, Lloyd R. Luster Sr.; and sons, Lloyd R. Jr. and Carl L. Luster. She is survived by four children, Marjorie L. Payne, Rev. Harold W. Luster Sr., Elder Arthur R. Luster Sr. (Yvonne) and Rev. Raymond C. Luster (Yvonne); a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where family will receive friends 4 to 5 p.m. Sunday, January 18, 2009. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 19, 2009, 1 p.m., at Mount Olivet Church, 1223 N. 25th St., Bishop Darryl F. Husband officiating. Remains will rest in church one hour prior to service.

This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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March 20, 2009

Corliss Parson posted to the memorial.

January 19, 2009

Lyn and Bernard Taylor, Jr. posted to the memorial.

January 18, 2009

From the Staff of Chiles Funeral Home posted to the memorial.

5 Entries

Corliss Parson

March 20, 2009

Hi Will & Luster family,
I know how you all have felt with the passing of your dear mother, grand, great grandmother, aunt and all because just 3 yrs. ago we lost our dear mother and Will you were there for us and I truly appreciated all that you did for us & Harriett. I know there is a void in you all's life at this time and I know that within time that void will decrease as God give the increase. I wanted to be there for you but was not able to attend your mom's funeral. I thought about sending you some flowers, but I remember the numberous beautiful flowers we received and thought that it might be too much. But I do have something for you and I will get it to you. I truly thank you from the dealt of my heart all that you have done for our family. My prayers, my encouragement are going out to you and the Luster family. Keep looking to Christ he is your answer. I know because if it had not been for the Lord on my side I don't know what, how and where I would be at this time. Only Christ can give you the strength with the many friends and the prayers of those who care for you.
I Pray that God will continue to Bless and keep the Luster family now and throughout the many days, months and years to come.

Love you,
Jama

Lyn and Bernard Taylor, Jr.

January 19, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

From the Staff of Chiles Funeral Home

January 18, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Harriett Reddrick

January 16, 2009

To the Luster family,

May the Lord continue to comfort and strengthen you. May you remember all the good times spent with your beloved mother, grandmother and friend. For the word says, “Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. Honour thy father and mother; which is the first commandment with promise; That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth”. Ephesians 6:1-3

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Elizabeth Reddrick

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)
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