Maria Hicks Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Stephanie Smith
January 28, 2009
We were so saddened to hear of the loss of Sissy. Our family knew her for many years. Just know that she is in Heaven and take comfort that she heard the words "Welcome home good and faithful servant" when she entered the gates. Our prayers are with the Montecalvo family at this difficult time.
Love, Sharon and John Clarke, Stephanie Clarke Smith, Edward Ridgway. and Charleen Fishback.
Virginia Schrock
January 28, 2009
Dear Mary Ellen, Gina, and all of Maria's family,
We are so saddened by word of Maria's death. Mary Ellen, thanks for letting us know. Please know that we keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Maria will forever be a part of our fondest Italian Kitchen experience and memories.
Our deepest sympathy,
Chris Moffatt and Virginia Schrock
Tammy Shackelford
January 26, 2009
Mary Ellen & David,
I was so sad to hear that Maria has left us, but she is in a far better place than we are. She was a good hearted person and such a joy to be around. She will be missed. My love and prayers to all of you.
Nancy Noel
January 25, 2009
Dear Teresa, Gina, and Michelle,
I am so saddened to read of Sissy's death in the Richmond paper that we continue to get up here in Fredericksburg. I can gather from the entries here that Sissy had been ill; although her loss leaves a huge void for so many, I am glad that pain and suffering are over. I have so many wonderful memories of I. K. when I lived in Mechanicsville and "owned stock" in the Kitchen, and Sissy along with all the Montecalvos are such a great reason why.
I pray that you all find strength and comfort in God's promise of eternal life, and that you are all lifted up through the many of us who hold you in our prayers.
Fondly,
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Anne & Charlie Fisher
January 25, 2009
Dear Montecalvo Family,
We are so sorry to hear of "Sissy". Our prayers are with you.
Luv, Cousin Anne & Charlie
Becky Whitley
January 25, 2009
Michelle and family I am so sorry to hear about Sissy. It is never easy to lose someone but please know I am with you and prayer.
Love,
Becky Oley Whitley
Clyde & Stefanie Gable
January 25, 2009
To the family of Maria, especially Ellen, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother, I cannot even imagine what you must be going through, except for when we lost Chad in 2006, Just remember to hang in there and time will heal all wounds, We are thinking about you and your family and if you need anything just someone to talk to give me a call anytime or respond to by email. We love you and are thinking about you and all your family, Take care of yourself and be strong.
Love Clyde, Stefanie Gable and family
Rose Burton-Irvin
January 25, 2009
TO ALL OF THE FAMILY,
I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR ALL OF YOU. SHE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN, MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
mildred hodge
January 24, 2009
My heart goes out to the family for their lost.Sissy was a wonderful person her pain will no longer be felt.It's so hard to say goodbye the good lord has a better place for her. MY prayes are with all the family.
Connie Abrams
January 24, 2009
TO ALL THE FAMILY : Please know that you are in my prayers in the loss of Sissy. She has been one of my favorite waitresses for many years. She was always so efficient and pleasant. Everyone will surely miss her at Italian Kitchen. May you find some peace in knowing that so many people care and share your sorrow.
Loujean Owens Goetz
January 24, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. I was able to see Sissy on Christmas at the hospital and even though she was not doing well she was still joking and laughing with me and my mom. She was a woderful person and she definately helped shape who I am. I do not know who I would be if she had not of hired me to be a hostess at the Kitchen. She openned her life and family up to me and I know working with her and you her family helped me be who I am today. I will always remember her smiling face and how much she tried to help people. She was a great woman and will be missed. I enjoyed our talks when I was younger. She helped me a lot. She is in a better place and no longer sufffering. She will be missed but NEVER FORGOTTEN. I love you, Sissy.
DIANE BURTON
January 24, 2009
TO ALL OF THE FAMILY,
I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR ALL OF YOU. SHE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN IN OUR HEARTS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. LOVE ALWAYS, DIANE,RICKEYDALE BURTON AND FAMILY
ROBIN HODGE BERRY
January 24, 2009
TO ALL OF THE FAMILY,
SORRY FOR YOUR LOST. I FEEL YOUR PAIN FOR SISSY WAS A FRIEND OF MINE FOR ALONG TIME. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL . YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS.
ROBIN HODGE BERRY
January 24, 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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Shirley Bagby
January 24, 2009
Theresa and Michelle,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sister, Maria. I saw Michelle in Italian Kitchen a week ago and told her about the passing of my son, Phil, on Jan. 23. My prayers are with all of you in your loss. Love, Shirley Bagby
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