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Alex N
September 27, 2015
With heartfelt compassion on your tragic loss. May it comfort you to know that God will seek vengeance in your behalf as promised at Psalms 72:14 - "From oppression and from violence he will rescue them. And their blood will be precious in his eyes." Jw(dot)org
Yolanda Reown-Gregory
August 23, 2015
God is still on the throne.
Latoya Irving
July 11, 2015
You have my deepest sympathy. Mr. Simmons was such an phenomenal individual. I have so many great memories. When I was stationed at Charleston AFB I met him from the workout group. Our workout sessions were at 5am, Monday-Friday, and he was always there. He was dedicated, and always positive. He always had a smile on his face, always encouraging, and had words of wisdom. He has such an positive impact on the workout group. The workout group will never be the same without him. He will be truly missed. He supported me, and always came to my events. Always loved, and never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, and I pray God bring you comfort during this time.
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Reverend Carolyn A. Davis
July 2, 2015
Simmons Family,
I have fond memories of Reverend Simmons and have often recalled them in the past week. I will remember his spirit of happiness. May your memories of him bring you comfort.
June 30, 2015
To the family of Rev. Dr. Daniel Simmons Sr.
I was a student of Rev. Simmons weekly Bible Study class at Mother Emanuel AME Church. I enjoyed his teachings, his sense of humor and the stories that he told us of his life experiences and that of his children. His classes were always lively and inspiring. He will be greatly missed.
With Sincere Sympathy
Azile O. Todd
Board of Stewards
Remond & Maude Cooper
June 30, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Julie Gordon
June 30, 2015
Deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one, whose legacy of love, forgiveness, kindness lives on through you, his family.
Carolyn Bagley
June 29, 2015
My condolences to the Simmons family. Dan was a pleasure to know and work with during my tenure at the VA Regional Office in Columbia, SC. He will truly be missed. May God give you peace during this difficult time.
Julie Harden
June 29, 2015
It was heartbreaking to learn of Mr. Simmons' (and the others') death. I worked with him during his tenure with VA, in my role as VA Coordinator for the University of SC in Columbia. He was a mentor and friend. My sincere sympathy to the family. Mr. Simmons had a positive influence in my my work with the veterans that he also served, and i will never forget him.
Deanna Simmons McNeil, MD
June 29, 2015
My sympathy to the family for your loss. Rev. Simmons touched the lives of many people.
Windy Carson-Smith
June 29, 2015
Our family grieves with you. I met Dan as a teenager through my cousins William and Jonell Hopkins. William and Dan studied social work together. He was funny, joyful and William's lifelong friend. He will be missed.
Jerome Woody
June 28, 2015
A true soldier in the army of the LOrd!!!
Jerome Woody
Claxton, Ga.
Glory Washington
June 28, 2015
To my Dear customer, the Rev. Daniel Simmons, may your soul rest in the bosom of Our Heavenly Father above. You were my dear and inspiring customer, who always enlightened my day when you came by to visit and shop with us at , The Coach store. After hearing of this tragedy, my heart has been so heavy. I going to miss that big smile you always had, along with that deep demanding voice, when you came by asking for those, "knock offs"(insider), by all of us here at Coach . Yet, I know your family and friends, and church family will miss you even more. My heart is sadden, but rejoicing at the same time, for you left us doing what God requires of us all, which is studying, teaching, sharing, and witnessing His Word to and among the Believers, as well as the Unbelievers. Sleep on Rev. Simmons in the arms of Our Heavenly Father!
June 27, 2015
The USC College of Social Work sends our thoughts and prayers to your family. Rev. Simmons was an alumnus of our MSW program and remembered fondly by his classmates as a kind and generous person. What a terrible loss....we hold you in lure hearts and wish you God's peace.
Alfreda Williams
June 27, 2015
To the Simmons Family
Earth has no Sorrow that Heaven Cannot Heal. Your family has my Deepest Sympathy at this difficult. We know Rev. Daniels lived his life telling others of GODS Grace & Mercy. To be absent in the body is to be Present with the LORD. All the victims of this hateful crime was serving GOD. In His House. May Our LORD who gives us the Peace that Surpasses All Understanding bring comfort to your family in knowing that Rev. Simmons death brought change. May GOD Bless Each Family is My Prayer. My Mother was Camilla Mitchell Simmons of Wadmalaw Island.
June 27, 2015
To all of the family and friends of Mr. Simmons Sr. I wish to send my deepest sympathy to all of you during this difficult time. But when we really think about it. The Grand Creator gave his only begotten son so that we could gain everlasting life. What else could we ask for. May our Grand Creator watch over all of you during this difficult time.
Douglas Lybrand
June 27, 2015
Dan was my supervisor from 1974-1976 at the Veterans Administration Regional Office in Columbia. He was a counselor for Vietnam Veterans and I was a work study student. I greatly admired Dan for his friendliness and strength of character. He was a living testament to the glory of God even then, 40+ years ago. I've often thought fondly of him and was greatly saddened to learn of his passing as he was truly a great man. He certainly touched my life and was a mentor in many ways. I'll never forget how he used to greet me saying, "What's happening MY BROTHER." I pray that God will comfort Dan's family in this difficult time. And I am grateful that his grace has continued to bring our cultures closer together. In Him.
June 27, 2015
Dear Family,
Please accept my profound sympathy. For an entire semester in 1971/72, I would meet Dan at 5AM in Columbia and sleep in his Cadillac while he drove us to Salisbury, NC for USC College of Social Work field placement at VA Hospital. A former Greyhound Bus driver, he loved to drive.
I lost touch with him after he left Columbia.
Words cannot express my sorrow. What a wonderful man in every way. He always had a smile, and always put others first. I will never forget his kindness.
Sincerely,
Michael D. Byrd, PhD, MPH, MSW
USC School of Public Health
Hidden Treasures Ferguson, Mo
Eddie & Jeniece Andrews
June 27, 2015
Condolences to the the entire Simmons family. I did not know Rev. Daniel Simmons. But I saw your family on Fox News. I was so amazed at your familie's strength. I could not sleep for two nights. I cried and prayed for your family. I still am praying for you. Please know that God is carrying you in his arms. I too suffered a great loss in 2014. I lost my father who was a preacher Bishop James L. Pittman suddenly and then my business was looted and totally destroyed in the Ferguson Riots months afterwards. I want to say that God carried me in his arms and he still is with me.Some days are a lot harder than others. But remember "Weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning." Although my business was destroyed and my Father went to eternal rest I realized I still had a dream. Something no man can destroy. I know my father is with me in spirit always. May you find comfort in knowing your loved one is always with you as you continue to honor his legacy.
Shirley Dawkins
June 27, 2015
May God bless his family and keep them in his arm
June 26, 2015
The power of grace allows us to be what we need to be. Grace finds us in the midst of trouble and says "... its not ideal, but we can survive this if you trust me."
May the Peace of God be restored in your lives in the days to come.
Y. White
Virginia
Dwayne Bickham,Sr.
June 26, 2015
In God's care rest in peace
June 26, 2015
May your soul rest in peace and may your memory last forever and ever.God Bless!
Jeanette & Ralph Stewart
Paula Belyeu
June 26, 2015
Prayers for God's strength, peace and comfort for your family!
Ronnie & Neva Coleman
June 26, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Simone Williams
June 26, 2015
To the Simmons Family:
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. May his memory live forever in your hearts.
Rose and Daniel, Jr., know that your C.A.Johnson family stands in prayer for you and your family during this difficult time.
May the peace and love of God give you comfort.
Simone Gilliam Williams and the C.A. Johnson Class of 1983
John and Debra Gardner St. Luke AME Church- Hollywood SC
June 25, 2015
Our Sympathy to the Simmons Family:
Praying for the Family in this time of grief. May God Bless each and everyone of you.
RIP Rev. Dr. Daniel Simmons, we love you but God loves you best.
Rev. Vernon H. Peters
June 25, 2015
Rev. Simmons, you were a true man of God. May your Soul Rest in Peace.
Vasilios Emmanuel Glimidakis
June 25, 2015
Dear Simmons and other families,
I am sorry for your loss. May his memory be eternal! God bless him and his family.
June 25, 2015
To the families: Words can't describe the sadness that is being felt for you from those who don't know you, but we feel because we heard of your tragedy via the news. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Please know that our Heavenly Father will help you deal with this terrible tragedy. God invites you:(Jeremiah29:12)...And YOU will certainly call me and come and pray to me, and Iwill listen to YOU."
Karen Snyder
June 25, 2015
May your faith in God's promises and beautiful memories of your loved one sustain you during this heartbreaking time and into the future. My heart grieves with you.
Lance Hiatt
June 24, 2015
Dear Simmons Family
John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
You have given Rev Simmons. He will have eternal life. I think that is important. My family have watched and been so proud of your family: Faith and trust in Christ. There has been so much swirling around it is so hard to keep up with what is right. Y'all know what is right.
I lived in Charleston 5 years ago in Ansonborough. I know your beautiful Church Family. Although I do not know you personally, please know your extended Charleston family Loves and is praying for you.
Together there will be change. Your best example has set the stage for HUGE change. Please know, we love you and hate you are having to deal with this. Your loss is bringing the whole country together, but no family should have to endure that to make change.
Trust the Lord conquers all.
Deepest sympathy, Lance Hiatt and Tim Parks
Chapin, South Carolina
Bonnie sempier
June 24, 2015
Rev Simmons was a true man of God !
Hazel Smalls
June 24, 2015
Earth has no sorrows that heaven can not heal
Even though right now hurt is what you feel
Memories gained never cease
My prayers is for God to grant you peace
Love and encourage each other along the way
Be real and caring in whatever you do and say
Although our love one has depart
They belonged to God right from the start
Death when it comes is only a forever sleep
Knowing they are going away is why we weep
Have joy in knowour soul is for God to keep
Know our loss is Heavens gain
Live your life for Jesus you see them again
Be grateful for the memories through life you compile
Be reminded of their every smile
Be please for time spent all the while
Although the sorrow is hard to bear
Grieve as you will know God is near
Look up to God for strength each day
He'll be with you tocarry you all the way
It doesn't matter if you are young or old
Keep God first know He is in Control
Give God your life and hold on to His hand
Allow him to guide you with purpose for He holds the plan
Live, love, and do have faith to do your best
Trust the Lordto do the rest
written 5/14/15 by Hazel Smalls
Elaine Terry
June 24, 2015
My condolences to the family of Rev. Simmons. I remember him when he lived in Columbia and our families attended the same church. Hold to God's unchanging hands during this difficult time and rest assured that Rev. Simmons is walking in the light of our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless and keep you is my prayer.
L. R.
June 24, 2015
To the Simmons family I would like to send my condolences from the St. James A.M.E. Church family in Abbeville SC. May God continue to bless this family at this most difficult time. It is such a tragedy that someone had to lose their life in a horrific way. God bless!
Diane Smith
June 24, 2015
My thoughts and prays r with the family at this difficult time.
June 24, 2015
We met Rev. Simmons at The Family Gathering for the Calhoun-Breeden and Hayes families in Norfolk, Virginia. We enjoyed our conversation with him; he was a very pleasant man with a beautiful smile. We pray God's blessings on his children and his grandchildren. We are Rev. Simmons' cousins from Clio, SC.
Luther/Mildred Thomas
Clio, SC
Dr. Sandra Burton Thurman
June 24, 2015
May God be with your family at this difficult time.
Lizzi Rogers
June 24, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss, but awed by your attitude - that has been the thing which (so far as I can see) has dominated the press - that you are leading Charleston in expressions of forgiveness and genuine love (the hard stuff), and promoting unity and community in the face of such violence, is inspiring and incredible, and I take my hat off to you.
Thank you for the lessons, given at such a difficult time - they are poignant and important.
Lori O'Leary
June 24, 2015
I do not know how my words can help heal or mend, all I can say is I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Rhet Wilson
June 24, 2015
Reverend Simmons was a man who radiated kindness and the grace of God. My heart breaks for your loss.
Aisha Karimah
June 24, 2015
Praying for the family and friends of Rev. Simmons.
June 24, 2015
The Jackson family formerly of Seaboard Avenue, Mullins, SC sincerely convey our deepest sympathy to the Simmons family. We will certainly miss Rev. Daniel Simmons as a frequent visitor of our community.
As you are in God's hands, we remain prayfully yours.
THE JACKSON FAMILY, MULLINS, SC
Sherell Crawford
June 24, 2015
The Connectional YPD of the AME Church extends our deepest condolences during this difficult time! We keep you in our prayers! Praying peace for each of you!
Rev. & Mrs. Samuel Johnson, Sr.
June 24, 2015
We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With prayers and sympathy,
Ronald Williams
June 24, 2015
At this time of sorrow,
may these truths sustain you...
Your loved one will always
be as close as a memory,
and the God of all comfort
will always be as close
as a prayer.
Mitrell Sanders
June 24, 2015
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. My sympathy goes out to your family at this most difficult time. May your family find comfort in drawing close to God at this most difficult time in your lives.
Gerald Grooms
June 24, 2015
This world will never know just how proud you were to serve the Father, but what the world will remember is you delivering the word of God boldly. You will always be in my prayers sir...RIP
Andra Watkins
June 24, 2015
It's unfair that no one will see the Reverend's beacon smile again. Please know my prayers are with you.
L.M. Richardson
June 24, 2015
With Deepest Sympathy to the Simmons Family. You all are in my prayers.
Ronnette & Cherrel Nelson
June 24, 2015
Our prayers are with the Simmons' family during their time of bereavement. May God continue to watch over everyone of you.
Charles & Angela Johnson
June 24, 2015
Condolences to family and friends of your loved one. Sorry for your loss.
Dr, Sandra Burton Thurman
June 23, 2015
May God be with your family at this difficult time.
Effie, Gwen, Marion Jr, Romeo, Jenny, Lorayne, Donald, Stan, Cathy, ronnie Simmons
June 23, 2015
Family of Daniel Simmons Sr
We the Simmons family (wife and children) of the Late Pastor Rev Marion (M C) Simmons of Buffalo, New York (Formerly of Charleston, S.C) give our sincerest sympathy and condolences. Our prayers are with you during your lost. Our hearts grieve in your lost. May God comfort you.
Martin Currie
June 23, 2015
Prayers and Condolences to the Family as we grieve the loss of our Brother here on Earth But we rejoice in knowing he has completed his journey to his home in Heaven to be with our Lord. Our family extend our support to the family as you may need; please do not hesitate to call on us. Brothers In Christ - First Baptist Church Capitol Hill and Brothers in Sigma. Brother Martin Currie and Brother Wesley Currie Eta Beta Sigma
Rev.Mike Jones
June 23, 2015
My prayers are with the entire family.
Reverend Carolyn A. Davis
June 23, 2015
Simmons Family, I pray that the peace of Christ that surpasses our understanding be yours during this time of bereavement.
Hezie Richardson
June 23, 2015
Dear Simmons Family, words could not express how sadly we feel for your lost! Mr. Simmons, as we at the Charleston AFB gym call him will truly and forever be missed. He has been an inspirational part of this gym family. He has been with us for nearly 4 years and in that time he has taught us so much. He was a man with a giant heart, a man of courage and endurance, a man of compassion, a man of God, and our Family. We All love you Mr. Simmons but God loves you mostjust know that we will forever cherish those core class moments and the way you'd always push everyone to try hard and go heaviereven if they were new.lol. For you Mr. Simmons we won't let them Loaf
Ronald & Zavieria Meggett
June 23, 2015
With deepest sympathy to the Simmons family. Rev.Simmons was a outstanding pastor and a gentle giant.We enjoyed Rev Simmons at Allen AME Edisto Island the Sunday before this tragic event took placed.He was a powerful preacher and he could preach. Our hearts were heavy when we learned of his passing but God has gain an Awesome Angel. We loved you but God loves you best. RIP. Family weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning.
June 23, 2015
May your soul rest in peace and may your memory last forever and ever.Go bless!
Jeanette & Ralph Stewart
AJ Simmons
June 23, 2015
We are praying for your strength during this period of bereavement. May God comfort and keep you safe.
Lou
June 23, 2015
God bless you all just remember that God put no more on you then you'll can bear. So be bless !
"!!!By His Stripes We are Healed!!!"
Waverly Pinckney
June 23, 2015
Rev. Simmons,
Words can not express the profound lost I feel at the news of your passing through this horrific act of evil,my heart is truly broken. It was two weeks ago that I saw you last, sitting on a park bench on a Sunday evening at the Battery, having seen the look and expression on your face, I pondered then, if you were not thinking of and preparing for a journey of your own? You were my Pastor for 5 years, a mentor, and a fellow Waffle House conversationalist even longer. I will remember with great fondness my mother and I visiting you at your next charge for that church's annual tea. I shall greatly miss our numerous conversations and debates at the Waffle House, but even more so, I shall miss your counsel, your example, your vision, and your leadership. Reverend Simmons, may you forever rest in the Eternal Joy that is Almighty God, and Peace Eternal through Christ Jesus.
Latonya Jack
June 23, 2015
Such a wonderful, sweet, gentlemen! Going to miss you!
Lisa Johnson McLean
June 23, 2015
Forever in our Thoughts and Prayers!
Peace and Blessings Always!
~ Johnson - McLean Families
dorothea Jones
June 22, 2015
Rest In Peace, Rev. Rest Easy.
Rev. & Mrs. Samuel Johnson, Sr.
June 22, 2015
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With Prayers and Sympathy
Charity Summers
June 22, 2015
He will be greatly missed by our early morning workout group at Charleston Air Force Base. He was a joy to workout with every Tuesday and Thursday. He kept us laughing. He always had advice for me too. He was willing share his wisdom and insights about anything.
Travis Westervelt
June 22, 2015
I had the honor of attending a funeral service which Rev. Simmons spoke at. His passion for the message he delivered will always be remembered. My friend Mr. John Wallace meant a lot to the community of Hollywood and I truly feel Rev. Simmons lifted my friend up to the Lord with love and compassion. My prayers go out to all who are mourning this tragic loss.
Kat Morgan
June 22, 2015
May all of Mr. Simmons' family and loved ones find comfort in memories. Know that prayers are flowing around the country for you and your congregation.
I will honor each one killed by taking an even stronger stand against racism and violence.
June 22, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Simmons family. What a privilege and honor to know such a wonderful person. I valued his opinion and wisdom and he was well respected by those he came in contact with. Even though our lives intersected on a small scale at the gym on the air base at Joint Base Charleston he had a big impact. He will be missed but always remembered.
Stephanie A. Upshaw
Rita & Jerome Addison
June 22, 2015
God bless your families and friends. We celebrate your life with them.
Janet
June 22, 2015
I pray that the life of mercy and kindness in your family spreads to everyone. I know many people here who have been blessed to see your example.
3rd Episcopal District Lay Organization
Ametta Reaves
June 22, 2015
We the members of the 3rd Episcopal District Lay Organization of the AME church, send you our love and prayers. Many of us remember Rev. Simmons as "Super Simmons from the 7th. His faith in God and unconditional love is very evident in each of you as we watched you on Meet the Press on Sunday. May God continue to be with you all the days of your life.
Ametta L. Reaves, District President
Kimberly Gordon Brooks, District Director of Lay Activities
Bishop McKinley Young, Presiding Prelate
Janice Harris
June 22, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family, May God continue to bless you doing this sad time, Turst in the Lord
Rev Janice M. Harris, Fayetteville NC
Pastor of Old Scotts Hill AMEC Wilmington NC
Rev. Dr. Taylor Thompson
June 22, 2015
On behalf of the St. Paul A.M.E. Church Family and Friends of Columbus, Ohio, we lift you up in prayer. We know that God is able to sustain and comfort you. Pastor Daniel Simmons's legacy will be an inspiration to us for the rest of our lives. He has received his Crown of Righteousness, let us prepare to do the same to the Glory of God. We praise God for his connectional friendship over the years!
In His Service!
Rev. Dr. Taylor T. Thompson, Pastor
Jamaal Avington
June 22, 2015
Love has no distance and Mr. Simmons showed that. Our heart goes out to the Simmons family/friends. We are stationed in Germany and Mr. Simmons showed the true mark of a man he was over the past 2 years and before we left Charleston in April 15. He will be missed but not forgotten. In the words of the "Old Man" (he called himself that)....Oh My Goodness!
Mildred/Reginald McShan
June 22, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family, May God continue to bless you doing this sad time, Turst in the Lord with all of your heart Lean not to your own understanding in all ways acknowledge him and he will direct your path. Proverbs 3:3-6. Gone but never forgotten!!
June 22, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the Simmons family ,the family of Mother Ebenezer AME,the Sate of S.C. and the Nation. We were aquainted with Rev Simmons as he was a client at a business where I worked. He and his wife showed kindness to us when we married 25 yrs ago. We fondly remember them.
God's Grace and Peace...
Stephen & Deb Masolwa_Columbia,S.C.
S. Tyler
June 21, 2015
My sympathy goes out to your family during this time. May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)
FREDERICK MITCHELL
June 21, 2015
MAY GOD BE WITH THE FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF LOSS. REST IN PEACE BROTHER SIMMONS OF PHI BETA SIGMA.
June 21, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family at this most difficult time. May your family find comfort in drawing close to God at this most difficult time in your lives.
CJames 4:8
Elizabeth Heyde
June 21, 2015
Dear Simmons Family/Friends:
I hope the outpouring of love overcomes your grief at the loss hate delivered to you last week. Thank you for your example of peace and public forgiveness. You are an inspiration and a light in dark times.
Perkins
June 21, 2015
May God continue to bless and heal your hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with your family
Zaria Frye O'Bryant
June 20, 2015
My heart goes out to the family with deepest sympathies and continued prayer. May God strengthen and keep you.
June 19, 2015
With deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. May the God of tender mercies comfort you at this difficult time... He promises to wipe all tears from our eyes, and there will be no more death, suffering, crying or pain.
- John R (Charlotte, NC)
God Bless this Beautiful Family, Our prayers and thought's are with you,
June 19, 2015
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)
©Copyright 1998
Melanie Gaddy
June 19, 2015
As I wrote this poem, I prayed for the sweet spirit of healing for your family.
Mother Emanuel's Song
Sweet music hums above the violence
Harmonized voices for a moment silenced.
Their lives spring up and sing out strong
With new voices shouting freedom's song!
Our sorrowful minds spin with fate's desire,
Wondering what sacred lyric will ever inspire,
A mighty hymn of love where hate was sung?
Surely notes of peace will form on every tongue
And Hope's chorus of thundering voices will swell
Into a deafening victory that will surely shake the gates of hell.
Lifting higher nine perfect souls used by God's omniscient will
Let Us All Be Filled With The Precious Voices of Mother Emanuel.
Melanie Gaddy
Myrtle Beach
Marcus Myrick
June 19, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers for the family. Your living won't be in vain.
June 19, 2015
Heavenly Father, we beseech you to comfort, heal and bless these saddened people. May You bless them as only You can..in Jesus' Name.
Sheila
June 19, 2015
I am so so very sorry for your lost. Truly a tragedy that we cannot comprehend. As you return to life routine may the family keep these words close to their heart " God is a refuge and strength. A help that is readily found in times of distress."(psalm 46:1)
Kimbelry Grant
June 19, 2015
GOD BLESS!!!!
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