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Linda Forbes
February 1, 2024
I’m thinking of you Dad. I miss and love you so much.
Linda Firbes
February 6, 2023
I miss you Dad so much
Linda Forbes
October 15, 2020
Dad I miss you greatly you were the epitome of how God loves his children. I’m still living on the promises that I made to you. I am taking care of Mom Love you Dad.
Arthur Bridges
June 16, 2012
Hello Pop,
Happy Father's Day to you.
Thank you for all that you taught me.
I miss you Pop and i miss Sonny too.
We are going to get you your head stone. Marvin is looking into it now.
Happy Father's Day.
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Arthur Bridges
April 8, 2012
Hi POP,
Happy Easter and We miss you.
Jackie Bridges
February 7, 2012
Hey, Pop. I wrote you the other day and I must have forgotten to hit the submit bottom, silly me. You were one of the greatest prayer warriors that ever lived and we love and miss you so very much. Bubbu has not been doing well, but I am doing my best to take care of him and keep him around for a long long time. He is a good man and I love him very much. Life down here gets confusing sometimes. But you helped us learn how to lean and depend on Jesus. I can still hear you say,"pray about it, Jack." And Pop I have learned how to hold on to the horns of the altar. Thank you for everything. You were a wonderful man. With much love always.
Arthur Bridges
February 7, 2012
Hi Pop,
Another year has pass and I miss you and TB. You guys will never be forgotten.
Bishop Barrnett Thourgood passed away on yesterday, Feb 5, 2012, while preaching his last sermon. His home going is on Thursday and Friday.
Arthur Bridges Sr.
February 3, 2011
Hello Pop,
Another year has passed on Febuary 2, 2011. I miss you Pop, and I am sure the rest of the family feel the same way.
Arthur Bridges Sr
October 26, 2010
Hello Pop,
You are not forgotton. You are surley missed.
Arthur Bridges, Sr
February 2, 2010
Hello Dad,
On your home going anniversary
(Feb 2, 2010), Thank you for all of the telephone calls and conversations,
Thank you for all of the corrections, bitter and sweet, you gave me as a child.
Thank you for all of the prayers you prayed for me and my family, especially
the one you prayed walking around our lot in 1999, asking the Lord to make it easy for us.
I will never forget that prayer.
Thank you for demanding that I go to Sunday School and church,
Thank you for the discipline you provided throughout my life,
Thank you for molding me to be a disciple of Christ.
You demonstrated a life of love and generosity. I know you are eternally with our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ.
No more pain, no more sorrow, no more fear.
Thank you Dad, for all of the wisdom and understanding you left behind for me. Thank you, Thank you Pop.
I will miss you very much, but I will see you again. See you buddy.
Your oldest Surviving Son,
Arthur Bridges, Sr.
Arthur Bridges
February 2, 2010
Pop,
It been one year ago today Feb 2, 2010, that you got your orders from our Lord. We all miss you, but we know you are in a better place. Rest on Pop.
Arthur Bridges
February 2, 2010
Hi Pop,
Your guess Book is online for every body as of Feb 2, 2010. This is one way of telling you,
Thanks for all you done for me.
Arthur Bridges
February 2, 2010
My Father, My Friend
Hi Dad,.
Thank you for all of the telephone calls and conversations.
Thank you for all of the corrections, bitter and sweet, you gave
me as a child.
Thank you for all of the prayers you prayed for me and my family, especially the one you prayed walking around our lot in 1999, asking the Lord to “Make it easy for them.”
Thank you for demanding that I go to Sunday School and Church.
Thank you for the discipline you provided throughout my life.
Thank you for molding me to be a disciple of Christ.
You demonstrated a life of love and generosity. I know you are eternally with our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ.
No more pain, no more sorrow, no more fear.
.
Thank you, Dad, for all of the wisdom and understanding you left behind for me. Thank You, Thank You Pop. I will miss you very much. I am really going to miss you, but I will see you again. See you my buddy.
Your Oldest Surviving Son,
February 2, 2010
Hello Pop,
Rest in peace
Arthur Bridges Sr
Arthur Bridges
December 31, 2009
Hello Pop,
"Happy New Year"
Rest in peace!!
Arthur Bridges
December 25, 2009
Hi Pop,
"Merry Christmas"
Arthur Bridges
December 16, 2009
Hi Pop,
This is the frist birthday (Dec 11),
that we have missed sense I was born.
Mom is still dealing with the house.
Miss you man.
G Wilkerson
December 15, 2009
my heart goes out to the Bridges Family Mr Bridges and his wife was a very nice people and he always was there for me and my brother when small kids we use to live across the street from him he was a great person i know every one miss him
Arthur Bridges
September 26, 2009
Hello,
Happy Special Day wishes to you Pop
Arthur Bridges Sr.
September 20, 2009
Hey Pop,
You are missed, TB has been gone 4 years on September 17, 2009. I missed both of you guys, but I know for sure that you and TB are in a better place.
Miss you Pop.
Linda
September 19, 2009
Wow, I cant believe that you are gone dad. I thought that you would never leave us. I hear your soft voice and I can hear you calling my name. It is tough some days, I think or see you and it depends sometimes I cry and sometimes I smile at something that you said or did.Um, there was no-one like you daddy, no-one.
I love you daddy and I miss you soooo very much.
Yvette Rhem
July 11, 2009
Hey Daddy,i love you very much and i miss u so much!! LOVE YOU!!
Christopher Rhem
July 11, 2009
Hey Pop,I miss u so much u was da one dat i loved da most that passed,u was my fav gdad!! love u sorry i kouldnt see u on my 15th b-day!! love chris!!
Arthur Bridges
June 21, 2009
Hi Pop,
Happy Father's Day,
This is the 1st Father's Day in 68 of my life that you are not with us on this special day. TB birthday was on the 20th. I miss both of you guys. Rest on Pop, rest on.
June 20, 2009
Hey, Daddy, I know that you ar doing good. I miss you Daddy. Well, this is tough for me. my first Father's day without you. I hurts, it hurts. But daa,I am trying to take care of mom she misses you. I love you man of God, Happy Father's Day,oh and I am taking her out in your stead. I remain your daughter,Linda
June 11, 2009
Hey Dad,I really miss you.Sometimes I cry then again I laugh when I think of you. I love you dad
Arthur Bridges Sr
May 21, 2009
Hey Pop,
I know you and TB are real proud of Dr. Thurman L Bridges 3rd. He will be getting his Doctor Degree from Univertisty of Maryland on tomorrrow. I really wanted to be there for TB, but I cannot drive. I am also proud ofDr. Thurman Bridges, 3rd
Linda
March 8, 2009
Hey my two loving men, Thurman Sr and Thurman Jr, I sure miss you both Is there any doubt that I love you two. Dad, I know that in the natural we cant see the spiritual; but, I would like to know what you, Dad,my brother Sonny, Bro Hudson, Aunt Ida, Uncle William, Aunt Emily, Aunt Dean, Aunt Lillie, Uncle Mose, Elder Dunlap, Sister Elenora, Uncle Red, I just want to know what you all are doing up in glory. Whoo,/// Lord all you santified, holy ghost filled folks who knew how to praise God here, Lord, just think, what are you all doing up there? Dad, I can see that hand moving and that legs going and you in that crouched position searching for that soul, and once the Lord lead you to that soul,you anointed that head and before long, they were slained in the spirit then I heard you saying, in the spirit a holy laughter Ha,Ha,Ha,then, yes Lord, Yes,Lord, Yes,Lord, soon you would go in a cutting, dancing, stomping step for the Lord. Oh yes, then you Sonny, dancing a bit,then stopping, then dancing again, Hudson,I can hear you singing I promised the Lord that I would hold out, Aunt Ida, Uncle William,Aunt Emily I can see you praising the Lord,shaking in the spirit, Aunt Lillie, I can see you dancing in the Lord and before long you are slain in the spirit, and out you go. Uncle Moses, Lord, you and that guitar in the corner of the church, far be it, Aunt Dean, Lord, you were a prayer warrior, did you pray with us until we were delivered, and Elder and Sister Dunlap, our teachers, mentors and watchers of our young souls. What a memory of such saintly people. Yes, I miss you but these thoughts of you will keep me going,and going and going just like the energized bunny .And I am so thankful for these memories. You left a legacy Dad,an insurmountable one.
Linda
March 8, 2009
Hey Dad,
Love you much,miss you even more Iam taking care of mom
Linda
February 12, 2009
Daddy, sweet daddy, my friend, my mentor and the one that I love so dearly. I miss you sorely. My eyes are filled but my heart is not heavy for I know that you were a heavenly warrior. You took care of mom until death parted you, you loved us so that we feel your sweetness, your dedication and your fatherly instinct all within. I was your first daughter and I was shown so much love and protection and you taught me how to love, how to pray, how to be a servant, how to treat your mate and what to look for in a mate. You showed me what is was like to live a saved, holy ghost filled life and I appreciate that. You have shown me how a husband loves his wife, how he cherishes her, supports her and provides for her. Dad, you were the best. I loved caring for you, I thank God that I could take care of you as you look care of me. Thanks dad, now rest, we will take care of mom for you. Believe that.
arthur bridges
February 8, 2009
My Father, My Friend
Hi Dad,.
Thank you for all of the telephone calls and conversations.
Thank you for all of the corrections, bitter and sweet, you gave
me as a child.
Thank you for all of the prayers you prayed for me and my family, especially the one you prayed walking around our lot in 1999, asking the Lord to “Make it easy for them.”
Thank you for demanding that I go to Sunday School and Church.
Thank you for the discipline you provided throughout my life.
Thank you for molding me to be a disciple of Christ.
You demonstrated a life of love and generosity. I know you are eternally with our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ.
No more pain, no more sorrow, no more fear.
.
Thank you, Dad, for all of the wisdom and understanding you left behind for me. Thank You, Thank You Pop. I will miss you very much. I am really going to miss you, but I will see you again. See you my buddy.
Your Oldest Surviving Son,
Arthur Bridges
February 8, 2009
My father (Thurman L Bridges Sr.) was a praying man, I remember as a little boy, I use to hear him pray. There aws no fighting or cussing in our house. He will be missed.
Arthur Bridges Sr
February 8, 2009
Hi Dad,
My Father, My Friend
Thank you Dad, for helping me to become the man that I am
Thank you for showing me how to take care of my family and
how to be a good father like you.
Arthur Bridges
February 8, 2009
Rest in Peace, Pop!
Arthur Bridges
February 8, 2009
To my Father:
My Father, My Friend
Thank you Dad, for helping me to become the man that I am
Thank you for showing me how to take care of my family and
how to be a good father like you.
Thank you for all of the telephone calls and conversations.
Thank you for all of the corrections, bitter and sweet, you gave
me as a child.
Thank you for all of the prayers you prayed for me and my family, especially the one you prayed walking around our lot in 1999, asking the Lord to “Make it easy for them.”
Thank you for demanding that I go to Sunday School and Church.
Thank you for the discipline you provided throughout my life.
Thank you for allowing me to be a member of the Brotherhood Deacons.
Thank you for molding me to be a disciple of Christ.
You demonstrated a life of love and generosity. I know you are eternally with our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ.
No more pain, no more sorrow, no more fear.
.
Thank you, Dad, for all of the wisdom and understanding you left behind for me. Thank You, Thank You Pop. I will miss you very much. I am really going to miss you, but I will see you again. See you my buddy.
Your Oldest Surviving Son,
Arthur B.Bridges, Sr.
LaTisha Hudson-Johnson
February 8, 2009
To the Bridges Family,
My heart was truly sadden at the departure of a true prayer warrior and mighty man of God, yet I also rejoice in his arrival into that heavenly city. I know your pain is great right now but believe me when I say...this too shall pass. I remember when I lost my dad (Deacon Boykin Hudson) who was a dear friend of your father's and the great pain that was felt, and eventhough it seemed like the pain would never end, it did and so will yours. I remember Deacon as being one of the greatest prayer warriors that ever lived. Boy could he pray!!! I remember the many times me and Hope rode to church with him(doing 2mph). Be encourage my cousins and know that he is in a much better place and take comfort that there is no more suffering.
Arthur Bridges
February 7, 2009
My Father, My Friend
Thank you Dad, for helping me to become the man that I am.
Thank you for showing me how to take care of my family and
how to be a good father like you.
Thank you for all of the telephone calls and conversations.
Thank you for all of the corrections, bitter and sweet, you gave
me as a child.
Thank you for all of the prayers you prayed for me and my family, especially the one you prayed walking around our lot in 1999, asking the Lord to “Make it easy for them.”
Thank you for demanding that I go to Sunday School and Church.
Thank you for the discipline you provided throughout my life.
Thank you for allowing me to be a member of the Brotherhood Deacons.
Thank you for molding me to be a disciple of Christ.
You demonstrated a life of love and generosity. I know you are eternally with our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ.
No more pain, no more sorrow, no more fear.
.
Thank you, Dad, for all of the wisdom and understanding you left behind for me. Thank You, Thank You Pop. I will miss you very much. I am really going to miss you, but I will see you again. See you my buddy.
Your Oldest Surviving Son,
Arthur B.Bridges, Sr.
Kevin & Sharon Ricks
February 7, 2009
May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father who has loved us and given us everlasting comfort and hope which we don't deserve, comfort your hearts with all comfort and help you in every good thing you say and do 2 Thess. 2:16 & 17. We send our love and heartfelt sympathy on behalf of Deacon Bridges. Praying for you Mother Bridges, Terraine & Family.
Benita and Buck Moore
February 6, 2009
COACH B, you have our deepest sympathy in your time of need. My prayers go out to you and your family.
James Patterson
February 6, 2009
Mother Bridges, Linda, Terraine, Kim, Yvette & the entire Bridges Family:
When I think of Dea. Bridges, my mind goes back to the revival services we use to have at St. Marks when all of the young people were on the alter and Dea. Bridges would be right down there "tarrying" with us. Praying with, and for, us. He was a "prayer warrior!" He was a kind and gentle spirit and I will cherish my memories of him.
Remember, "earth has no sorrow, that heaven cannot heal."
I pray for your continued strength during this difficult time.
Rosetta Jackson
February 6, 2009
To Mother Elizabeth Bridges;
I would like to extend you my heartfelt sympathies in the loss of your husband. May it comfort you to know that others share and care in your loss.
District Missionary Rosetta Jackson
(Covington District COGIC)
Elder & Mrs. Philip O. Darcus
February 6, 2009
To Mother Bridges and Family:
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of the joyful times shared together as you celebrate the life of a great servant. And, may the strength of our God be your comfort, and carry you through these difficult times. Our love and prayers are with you.
Brenda Jones
February 6, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time of the loss of your loved one. The Jones Family
Shirley Warden
February 6, 2009
TO the Family of Deacon Thurman L.
Bridges Sr.
Please accept our condolences on behalf of the Warden family. I loved the many long talks that Deacon Bridges and I had while waiting for Kim and the other girls to pick up their dresses. I learned so much from
Deacon Bridges. He is just asleep and waiting for the Lord to come get us. we are here if you need anything. We love you all very much. Please call us 804-938-4749
Lenice Green
February 6, 2009
To the Bridges Family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. You have our prayers and sympathy. Deacon Bridges, you know you have my prayers and support and may the peace of God comfort you during this time.
Roanoke District Bible Bowl Team
Ossie & Kandis Lawrence
February 6, 2009
To the Family of Deacon Thurman L. Bridges, Sr.:
Please accept our heartfelt condolence in the home going of your loved one, Deacon Bridges. He will be missed greatly and we extend our prayers to you. We encourage you to rejoice, for his race is over, he stood on the battlefield and fought a good fight. He kept the faith and finished the course and is resting with our Father above.
Hold to your faith because God stands ready to ease your sorrows, to comfort you, and to give you strength for the days ahead. Deacon Bridges will never be gone, because he will remain in the hearts and memories of everyone who knew and loved him.
You are in our prayers,
Novey Wiley, Jr
February 6, 2009
To the Bridges family,
Just know that I am sending you my heart felt sympathy on behalf of Deacon Bridges. It reminds me of the times when we were little at St Mark and Deacon Bridges use to be in the kitchen frying chicken. He was a great man and just know that we will see him again. We have to get where he is. Weeping may endure for a day but joy comes in the morning. I love you all!
Brenda Marrow
February 6, 2009
To Kim Towns and the Bridges Family, God will comfort you and the family.
The New. St. Mark COGIC Pastor & First Lady Dunlap
February 6, 2009
We will truly miss Deacon Bridges, a prayer warrior indeed and a true servant of God. We are still praying for you. He fought a good fight and finish his course and now he has gone to get his reward.
Monica Lacks
February 6, 2009
No matter how old we are,
Losing a father is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know,
But his goodness, his caring and his wisdom live on like a legacy of love that will always be with you.Sending a gentle hug your way,
To comfort you,
And to let you know
that you’re on our minds and in our hearts today and always
David & Monica Lacks
Min Gina Whitaker
February 6, 2009
To my dear friend Kim and family...I'm writing with mixed emotions. I can remember your dad as I spent many days in your home on South Meadow Street. He was quite the disciplinarian. He reminded me a lot of my dad. Your parents always made me feel welcomed in their home....I was just another "daughter" there. I can see him right now even as I often attended church services with the family at St Mark. What wonderful memories. The bible tells us that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. I thank God today for allowing Mr. Bridges to touch my life. Servant of God well done! My prayer is that God continue to bless and keep each of you both now and ever more. Please accept condolences on behalf of the entire Whitaker family! All my love, Gina
Willie Dixon
February 6, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Alisa Bridges
February 6, 2009
Your love and kindness was never wasted and always made a difference in the lives you’ve touched. Many were blessed with your presence. The lasting impact you’ve made will live on forever! Love you Pops!
KeVette Bias
February 6, 2009
"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal".
To the Family of Deacon Bridges:
My prayers and deepest sympathy is sent to you and your family during this difficult time. May the memories of your dear love one help you through the rough times.
KeVette Robinson-Bias & Family
Bishop Dwight Green,Sr.
February 6, 2009
To the Bridges Family, May the peace of God comfort you in this time of bereavement and celebration.
You are in our prayers and we love you. Yours in Christ Bishop & Mrs Dwight Green, Sr., & the Holiness Tabernacle Church
VanessA Jefferson
February 5, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Reginald & Esther Bridges
February 5, 2009
When Jesus was on the earth he demostrated that he had the power to raise the dead, and before ascended to Heaven he told he discipes at Matthew 28:18 he said that all authority has been given him in heaven and on earth. The bible at John 5:28 said that the hour is coming when all in the memorial tombs will hear his voice (Jesus) and will come out. We find these words very comforting because it is telling us that we can see Thurman Bridges again for John 5:29 a sure us that there will be a resurrection of righteous and the unrighteous.
Thurman was the Brother of by late father Waverly P. Bridges. Our family feel the lost along with you.
Likki
February 5, 2009
Granddaddy,
With you gone, I have lost loved ones from three generations - all of whom were firsts. You were my Nanny's first and only love. My father - your first born. My sister - your first grandchild. I will always remember your gentle nature and easy smile. I will always remember how you loved your family and your "Lil Beth". While I may never be married to anyone for 69 years - I only hope to experience with my husband a fraction of the love and devotion that you had for my Nanny.
Thank you Granddaddy for loving me. I love you and I will miss you terribly.
Your Granddaughter
John & Marian Brooks
February 4, 2009
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
hollie johnson
February 4, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
denise davis
February 4, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Michelle Smith
February 4, 2009
Yvette and family, please accept my deepest sympathy in the passing of your father. I remember when I use to come over to the house and he would speak to me like I was one of his daughters. He will be missed. Trust in the lord.
Love Always ,
Michelle Smith
Rogerena Higgs
February 3, 2009
Godma,
I can’t comprehend just how sad you must feel For the loss of someone you love.
This sorrowful time must still feel unreal And you’re looking for strength from above.
I hope, from my heart, that your pain will decrease,That your spirit will gain strength again,
And I pray that your faith will create inner peace And that God will send blessings--
Till then, if you need me to lighten your load, I’m waiting to come to your aid. Just call on me, and I’ll walk down that road, Until the dark times start to fade....
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of bereavement. I love you!
Keebie Brayboy-Miles
February 3, 2009
My heart goes out to the family at this difficult time. Pop Bridges touched my life through his powerful prayers. First Lady Miles I love you and my prayers are with you. He will be greatly missed.
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