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Mary Sikes Obituary
Funeral: 10 a.m. Thursday in Laurel Land Memorial Chapel. Interment: Laurel Land Memorial Park of Fort Worth. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Mary was born in Augusta, Ga., on Dec. 27, 1941, to Benjamin Howard and Annie Lee Whittle. After graduating from the University of Georgia, she taught school in Augusta and Smyrna, Ga. She married her high school sweetheart, Lee, on Aug. 8, 1964, in Augusta. After living in several locations in the country, they settled in Fort Worth in 1982. She worked at the Fort Worth Public Library from 1984 to 1990. Mary was a member of Hillside Memorial Christian Church and was active in the Christian Women's Fellowship. Mary was known for the witty and inspirational handwritten notes she sent to the shut-ins as well as to the church members serving in the military overseas.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her older brother, Dr. Michael Howard Whittle of Moultrie, Ga.
Survivors: Husband of 44 years, Lee Sikes; children, Leigh Ann Morrison, Benjamin Sikes and wife, Brooke, and Andrea Robia and husband, Michael; grandchildren, Erika Wikoff, Olivia Sikes, William Robia and Matthew Robia; sister, Linda Johnson and husband, Gen. H.T. Johnson; and sisters-in-law, Janet M. Whittle and Beverly S. Fester.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Sikes
Charlie and Dorothy Morris
April 27, 2009
Lee and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your great loss. Comeria was one of the sweetest persons we have ever known. We will especially miss the cards and notes she sent so often. The legacy she left will live on for generations.
You are all in our prayers.
Hope Jones
April 27, 2009
My heart is truly sadden to hear of Mary's homegoing. I worked with Mary at Wedgwood Branch Library and we remained friends. Lee, my thouhgts and prayers are with you and the family. She will be greatly missed. May God forever keep his loving arms of comfort and peace around you.
April 27, 2009
To Mary's Family,
I worked with Mary at the Wedgwood Branch of the Fort Worth Public Library for several years. What a delightful person - always a warm and welcoming smile on dear Mary's face.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this sad time in your lives.
Kathleen Bradbury
Hamilton Kuhlke
April 24, 2009
Linda, I was sorry to learn of Comeria's death. What a dear fine person she was and a wonderful roll model for others. I remember her and You when we worked together at the Library while in High School. It's been 50 years but I've not forgotten ya'lls kindness. God bless the Sikes family in their loss. I sure hope you and yours are doing well....Hammy
Caroline LeRoy Ayers
April 23, 2009
Comeria and I met when we were in junior high and both volunteered at the downtown branch of the Augusta Library. Since she went to Tubman and I went to Langford and we went to different grammer schools, I may never have known her otherwise. She was a good friend and a blessing to all who knew her. I haven't seen her in years, but I will always remember her as a thoughtful and caring person. I'm sure she will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Carol Lamb Thurman
April 23, 2009
Lee and Family,
I offer my sincere condolences to you all at this time. My last memory of Comeria is our phone conversation last October. We reminisced, caught up and laughed as always. I met Comeria in eighth grade, and we saw each other practically every day throughout junior high, high school, junior college, as college "roomies" and as first year teachers together at Richmond Academy. When I think of Comeria, I recall her kind heart, intelligence, sense of humor and love of people. She will be missed by all those who were fortunate enough to have her in their lives, and that certainly includes me.
Sincerely,
Carol Lamb Thurman
Suzi Self
April 23, 2009
Leigh Ann
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Lee,
I know that this is going to be tough walking your path alone, but remember our love ones are just awaiting and preparing for our glorius arrival.
Ron & Teresa Christner
April 22, 2009
Lee,
May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.
And may the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Peace, prayers and blessings.
Ron "Shorty" & Teresa Christner
Debbie Deal
April 22, 2009
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. It's probably been more than 20 years since I've seen any of you guys, but I have memories of everyone from both Lincoln and Fort Worth. Cameria as a great lady and will be missed!
David Miller
April 22, 2009
I am sorry for the loss of your Partner, mother, and sister. My prayers are extended to the entire family. Leigh Ann, you are a good friend.
Bob Drewry
April 22, 2009
Leigh Ann, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God's comfort enfold and surround you.
Janice Brewer
April 21, 2009
I was so sorry to hear about Comeria's death . She was such a special part of my childhood and life. She had a special knack for making people laugh, and for putting them at ease in all situations. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Love, Aunt Janice (Woods), now Brewer. May God help you through all this.
Donald Gaster
April 21, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Comeria was a big part of my childhood growing up in Nebraska, and treated me like I was one of her own children. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
don starnes
April 21, 2009
I am sure that the Sikes family will be sharing many great memories their sweet Comeria. I knew her at Augusta College in the 1960-61 years. We served on the freshman Student Council together and I am pretty sure that she was a sophmore class officer. A really nice person who always had a big smile for everyone. God bless all of her family and friends during this time of loss.
Nancy Smith
April 21, 2009
Was very sorry to hear of your loss. I will be praying for you and your family.
April 21, 2009
Lee, Leigh Ann, Ben and Andrea
I am so sorry for your loss. I was taken aback at hearing of Comeria's going to her heavenly home. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families. What a wonderful family and a wonderful mom.
Carol Jean New
Nechero Family
April 21, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Brandy Cumberledge
April 21, 2009
My sweet friend Leigh Ann, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Devie Demus-Perry
April 21, 2009
Lee, I am so sorry for your lost. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
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