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for Phillip Terry Black
Shirley & Jerry Murphy
March 22, 2014
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
Tim Offord
March 22, 2014
Alma Jean, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Terry. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tim Offord
Daron Limbaugh
March 20, 2014
Sorry for your loss; I will be praying for you and your family.
Mrs Felicia Teel Joe, Jackie Sherry and Diana
March 20, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 20, 2014
Alma Jean, Missy, and family,
Audie and I are so very sorry for the loss on this earth of Terry. I have so many fond memories of him as I grew up. Our thoughts and prayers are with you but we have the consolation of knowing that he is with the Lord. Bless you always. Libby and Audie Gregg
Dolly Carter
March 20, 2014
Dear Alma and family... so sorry to hear of the passing of Terry...I remember his sense of humor and kindness... Keeping you all in prayer at this diffcult time...My love to you all...Terry will be greatly missed by many....
cindy hattaway
March 20, 2014
We are very sorry for your loss! you are in our thoughts and prayers The Ellison Hattaway family
Judy & LC McMurphy
March 20, 2014
Dear Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and the months ahead. Reading John 14 can bring you peace and comfort.
March 20, 2014
To the family of Papa Smurf:
May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding give you comfort during this most difficult time and on into the future.
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