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Bette Champ Obituary
On Thursday, February 9, 2006. She is survived by one daughter, Antoinette, one granddaughter, Michelle, two great-grandchildren, one sister-in-law, Billie Smith, a host of other relatives and friends. On Thursday, February 16, from 6 to 9 p,m. friends may call at HORTON'S FUNERAL HOME, 600 Kennedy St. N.W., (parking on premises) where funeral service will be held on Friday, February 17, at 8 a.m. Rev. Arthur Gault, officiating. Interment Arlington National Cemetery.
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Antoinette Gorham
February 9, 2021
Mom you know I still miss you. I have tried to live up to the way you raised me. Mom I met some one and I wish you were here to meet him. After all these years Yes I finally let some one in. I know Mom one step at a time. Well Mom continue rest in peace and I love and miss you.
April 21, 2016
well we made another year. Michelle and I are ok not perfect but ok. Darius is good. Got so much to tell you but I will talk to you in my prayers. Love an miss you,
Toni
Antoinette Gorham
March 15, 2015
Well Mom another year has past and we are doing ok I miss you so much. But I am remember all the life lessons you instill in me. Happy Birthday Mommie. Rest in Peace until we see each other again.
Toni Gorham
March 15, 2010
Hi Mom
Can't believe that tomorrow is your birthday. I have so much I want to tell you. Everybody is doing fine. Michelle and I are going out and have a drink in your honor tomorrow. Life has been rough but I have been making it. I miss you so much. Happy Birthday Mom. Love you
Toni G
April 19, 2009
Hi Mom
Just want to drop a few lines to let you know what has been going on. Well the job that I was on ended so now I am looking for work again but getting unemployment so all is not lost. Darius is fine. Oh Michelle and I are somewhat back being mother and daughter. If I had just one wish and that would be just to hear you and Mike's voice again. Well Mom Love you dearly and miss you
Your daughter
Toni
Toni G
March 16, 2009
Happy Birthday Mom
You are missed so much
Will blow out the candles on your cake. Love you Mom
Antoinette gorham
February 8, 2009
gee mom it has been 3 years and I am still missing you. I have so much that I want to tell you. Love you so very much and missing you a lot
love
toni
January 1, 2009
Another year and I am missing you. We raised our glass to you and Mike last night and toast your life. Love and miss you so much.
Toni and Darius
March 16, 2008
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
We miss you I said a special prayer today for you
Love
Toni and Darius
February 9, 2008
Two years have pass today and the pain of losing you is deeper. I miss you Mom more than ever
Love you always
December 24, 2007
Merry Christmas Mom. Iam making your famous mac and cheese for dinner. Missing you and loving you . You are not gone and you are not forgotten,
LOVE Toni
November 18, 2007
Hey Mom
Just wanted to say hi and that I miss you so much. Love you always and forever
Toni
June 9, 2007
Hello Mom
I miss you so much. At times I wish I had someone to talk over the little things in life with. It seems that everything has fallen apart since you and Mike have been gone. I am sorry Mom that did not sign in on Mothers day , Darius and I went out after he left work. Ok Mom I will talk to you again real soon. Love ya your daugther
Toni
Michael and Michelle, Thanksgiving 2001
April 17, 2007
Joe, Darius, Toni & Michael
April 17, 2007
Grandma & Labron, Thanksgiving 2001
April 17, 2007
Toni
March 16, 2007
Happy Birthday Momma
I know you are not here but you are always in our heart.... always.
Your Daughter and Grandson
January 31, 2007
It has almost been one year and yet the pain is still great. I miss you Momma. Loving you always
Toni
December 19, 2006
Merry Christmas Mommy
I missed you not being here around this time of the year. We seem to have a best time around this time of the year.
I am looking in the mirror and what do I see is you looking back at me. So many good things has happen to me and Darius I know that you had a hand in it. I just want to say THANKS MOM. You still have my back. You are one special lady and I am so proud to have you as my MOM. Love and Kisses
Toni
Vicki Taylor
October 6, 2006
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Toni Gorham
May 19, 2006
Happy Belated Mother's Day Mom, It was hard to spend my first Mother's day without you but I did manage to get through it. I still long for your hugs and our long conversations. Again thanks Mom for being the Mom that you were. Love you
Your Daughter
Toni Gorham
March 1, 2006
My Dear Mother
Although I am still in a dream state and I cannot let you go. I miss our little talks, the many phone calls and our trips out of town. Thank you for being the mother that you were. I know that you loved me because you always told me every day of my life. I miss you soooooooooo much. I will always try to live up to the standards that you wanted me to live by. I hope that I c an be the proud person that you were.
Mom I love you so much and I will see you again. Take care of Michael and say hello to my daddy.
Your Daughter
Toni
patricia harris
February 17, 2006
lee & pat would like to express our deepest sympathy to michelle & toni. always remember you are in our heart & prayers. with lots of love from the harris family
Ramsey Smith
February 16, 2006
My Aunt Marie will be dearly missed by all of us. I always admired her energy and enthusiasm. My wife Sabrina and I extend our condolences and best wishes to the whole family
Philomena Dezon
February 15, 2006
In memory of my loving Aunt. I will miss you greatly and although my heart is torn I know you are resting peacefully and without pain. I will always cherish the moments I have shared with you and keep these memories close to my heart. I love you. May god bless you keep you close to him I pray.
Shelia Miller
February 15, 2006
My mother, Bertha Miller, and I wish to extend our heartfelt prayers and condolences to Toni and Michelle during this time of grief. May God be with you.
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