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for Roy Wilborn
Greg Thomas
October 31, 2008
Roy sold me my 1st, 2nd and 3rd Corvette as I grew up in my hometown of Columbus. Since moving to California, he was one that I always tried to see each time I returned for a visit. Surprisingly enough, after moving away almost 30 years ago, I could still always find Roy at Bill Heard Chevrolet and he was always the same as before I left.
TERRY DISKIN
October 25, 2008
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ,I HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING ROY AND WORKING WITH HIM .WHAT A WONDERFUL PERSON HE WAS.
Mary N. Whigham Jones
October 21, 2008
My sincere condolences to the Wilborn and Jones families. Cherish the many memories you have of Roy. This is such a loss to our family and reunions will not be quite the same.
Nicole Bell
October 18, 2008
Although I wasn't around as much as all of my other cousins, I think about ALL of my family each and EVERYday. I know my grandfather will be missed by many as well as me. He was a great man and I know that he is with us ALL.....I love you GRANDADDY!!
marvelene haynes
October 13, 2008
we all grew up together in mt zion baptist church and we all expect to see Roy whenever we come to Eufaula ,Alabama and visit the church also Roy would stop by and say hello whenever he heard we were home. The entire Haynes family are praying for your strength.
larry ellis
October 12, 2008
I knew Roy from my days as a Bill Heard Leasing employee. Roy was always a positive, happy, and polite person. A man of great character and professionalism. I know Roy will be missed by his family and his many, many friends.
Viola Fountain
October 10, 2008
It is with my deepest sympathy to the family and Lelia that I send my regrets of Roy's passing. His love and devotion to family and friends is a loss to all. Our thought and prayers are with you.
Ramona Watson
October 8, 2008
Mrs Wilborn you are still in my prayers. I was in school with Roy we all was class of 1955. Ramona Wilson Watson
Mrs. Jamie (Cook) Galvez
October 7, 2008
Granddaddy I love you with all of my heart and I miss you so dearly. I no that you are in a better place now and you are at rest. You may be gone now but the memories is always there and I know we will meet again. I love you with all my heart.
the nazzaro family
October 7, 2008
roy, you were truly a good man and a good mentor i learned alot in the car biz just from speaking to you. you were always kind to me and my wife and you have made an impact on everyone that you came in contact with.
Sharon (Curenton) Cook
October 7, 2008
My father bought several cars from Mr. Wilborn over the years, at BH. He was a salesman with a high level of integrity, and customers knew they could trust him. I am sure my father was happy to welcome Mr. Wilborn to heaven.
richard brown
October 7, 2008
Roy i will miss you as a friend and as
my salesman. you was the best and
i know you will be better in heaven.
Laura Lowe
October 7, 2008
My sincere condolences to the Wilborn family. I met Roy through the old Business League we had in Columbus in the early 70s. Recently I wrote about Roy and his association with the organization in "The Courier-Eco/Latino Newspaper" The article was published on July 24th. Roy and I spent time on the telephone reminiscing about those years. I have included an exert from that article below:
Member Roy Wilborn, who has been a sales agent at Bill Heard Chevrolet for 40 years, illustrates very vividly the personal resources that individual members brought into force within the organization as we shared strengths and ideas. He says. “Swapping ideas among the group was great. I wanted to sell cars and I wanted to work at Bill Heard Chevrolet. It took me two years to get on there. I started there on August 12, 1968. In selling, you set your own salary. The harder you work, the more you can earn. There is no limit. I pictured myself being the top agent at the dealership. Dreams do come true. I set the goal of five years before I would be tops. I reached it within three years. I was top producing agents for a total 69 months of my time with the company.”
Roy also sold me a car in 1977. Somehow I just believe that he is still selling in the other dimension now.
James Cook
October 7, 2008
Roy affected a great many people in is life time. He was my father-in-law. Roy was a role model and respected by many people. With his many contributions to the Columbus and Eufala communities; his respected involvement in church and his constant work as a master salesman. Roy will be missed by all of us. To my family, I regrat that I can not be with you on this day... So I am adding this poem.
Love from Mickey.
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 1998-2008
Don Cook
October 7, 2008
To the Wilborn Family,
I wish you all the comfort of God's Love. Mr. Wilborn made my life brighter each time we met. Thank you for sharing him with the rest of the world.
JABARI COOK
October 7, 2008
GRANDADDY YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED, YOU MAKE LIFE EASIER, YOU MAKE MY DAYS BRIGHTER... I LOOK UP TO YOU, AND WILL FOREVER KEEP YOU IN MY HEART!!! THANKS FOR EVERYTHING
Monica Rhymes
October 6, 2008
My sincere condolences to the Wilborn family during this difficult time! Monica Poindexter-Rhymes and Family!
Connie Woodham
October 6, 2008
To the family of Roy Wilborn, I am so sorry for your lost and Roy will be truly missed. I had the pleasure of working with him the last 7 years. He was always the most pleasant person to be around and so helpful. I know we will all see him again as long as we keep the faith and live and walk by the faith of god.
Floyd & Rose Spencer
October 6, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may God comfort you at this difficult time.
May God bless you
Ginger fellow Bill Heardian
October 6, 2008
What a great example of a Grand Man, Roy was a Gem and will be greatly missed.
ROYCE TOWNSON AND TIM HOLLOWAY
October 6, 2008
Mr. Wilborn family,
We were blessed to have worked with and known Mr. Roy for all these years. Mr. Roy was a GREAT guy, and we always had total respect for him. We can look forward to seeing him again one day. God richly bless and keep Mr. Roy's family.
October 6, 2008
Mr. Roy will be missed by so many, as we knew him thru the car business. We were blessed to spend many days together thru the good times and hard times. Always pleasant, had an infectious smile, and always a kind word. Our condolences to his family and may God be with you now and always.
Margit Davidson and group from BH Cadillac/Premium
Annie (Ann) Miles
October 6, 2008
Auntie Dorothy and the Wilborn Family:
So, so sorry to hear of your great loss! May you all find peace and comfort in knowing that God is too wise to make a mistake. In time, and by and, by you all will come to understand God's will for each of us. Hold on your faith in our mighty God.
During the interim, I am asking God to touch, soothe, and heal all of the dark and painful places in your hearts, right now.
In Christ we pray,
Annie M. Miles and the Miles Family
Jed Harris
October 6, 2008
My condolences to the Wilborn Family.
Sincerely,
Paul Warren
October 6, 2008
Mr.Roy it was pleasure to know you and you will very much missed but you never be forgotten.God Bless you and the Wilborn Familt
Bill Knight Sr
October 6, 2008
Good by old friend,but I will see you later.May god be with your family,at this time.
Minister Denise Clayton Bryant
October 6, 2008
I knew Mr. Roy Wilborn because we lived in the same neighborhood, East Lindsey Creek, and I attended the same high school, Columbus High School, along with his children. He also sold me a Chevrolet Cavalier when he was a salesman at Bill Heard Chevrolet in Columbus, Georgia in 1978! I knew him as a very respectable man who was not afraid to let his own light shine so that others could see him as a devout Christian! My prayers go out to his family at this time of his bereavement, as well as the days ahead, and I hope that you all know that although you and others may have loved him well during the time of life given him, God loved him best!
Kevin Loncher
October 6, 2008
In memory of a man who I was proud to call my friend. I will miss you and the example you set forth as a mentor and a leader to look up to for so many of us. God took home one of his best.
Kimberly Washington
October 6, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda Rutledge Kelley
October 6, 2008
May God and all of his Angels stay encamp around your family in this time of beravement , and forever and trust in him that he makes no mistakes. I bought my very first car from Mr. Roy and I'll never forget it because I said a Black Salesmen "wow" in Columbus, I was living in Atlanta at the time and this was home so my Uncle took me BHC and that's where Mr. Roy greeted me with a smile. May God Bless
Curtis and Jean Boswell
October 6, 2008
We Know God will never put no more on us than we are able to bear, our prayers are with you all, just rest in Jesus he will never leave you.
Faye Conner
October 5, 2008
How sad I was to read of the passing of such a wonderful man. I worked with Roy at BH for many years. After the passing of my father in July 96, Roy would make a point to ask me every day if there was anything he could do for me. I moved from the Columbus area ten years ago but you never forget those who made a mark upon your heart. He lives in our fond memories.
Bishop Markus Hammonds. Sr.
October 5, 2008
MR. WILBORN was one of my dear friends, he was always strong graceful and elite among men. I think that Mr. Roy Wilborn was is and shall forever be one of the people whom God has blessed eternally. Roy always called me and gave me great advice, I purchased cars from him and he convinced me to sale cars. Mr. Wilborn, commanded the greateest respect from salesmen or staff customers and other people in the vacany in so many many ways. In church it was a honor to see Mr. Wilborn worshipping God. His death is not a lost but a transformation from earth to heaven. Continuous prayers and grace is rendered to your entire family and church; God alway fills voids in our life with His greater abundance of love grace and mercy. His peace will be with you and God will cover your family throughout enternity. Holy Blessing .RT,Rev.Bishop Markus Hammonds
Pat Perkins
October 5, 2008
To The Wilborn Family, I knew Mr Roy for many years. He sold me a number of cars at BHC. Always a gentleman. I pray God will give you the strength and comfort during this most difficult time in your lives. Take care and stay safe. Love in Christ.
Melvina Byrd
October 5, 2008
I never knew Mr Roy personally but I have heard so many great things about him, I am a firm believer that character leads you.So I had to write in and say to you as his family find your strenght in prayer and all the many lives which were touched by Mr Roy. God bless the entire family
Debi Faircloth
October 5, 2008
I worked with Roy for 10 years..What a pleasure knowing such a nice man.You will be missed Roy.
Philip Tipton
October 5, 2008
God is blessed to have Roy in heaven know he did his loving work here on this earth to all. I will miss you. but you are needed by the man above more. loving friends forever.
Rhudine and Minnie
October 5, 2008
To the Wilborn Family:
Our hearts go out to you during this time of loss. Roy was the ultimate gentleman and treated everyone he knew with the upmost respect. His presence in our community will be missed. May God continue to bless and keep you.
October 5, 2008
Greatest sympathy to you and your family. We will keep you in our prayers. May the lord hold your hand through this difficult time in your life. We love you Mrs. Wilborn.
Shuronica Simpson, Curtis Simpson, Caylee Simpson, Curtis Simpson III (Tre), Curnisha Simpson, and Wanda Simpson.
Dean and Lillian Hanscomb
October 5, 2008
One of finest gentlemen we have ever had the opportunity to know....honest hard working and an extremely kind and peaceful man.
We will miss you Roy...
Our condolences to his family.
Mr. & Mrs. Jim & Ann Garnett
October 5, 2008
God is good all the time
pam & sam Williams
October 5, 2008
Remember he was a very good person
and welled loved. He is with Bill talking up a storm.
Shuronica Simpson
October 5, 2008
Greatest sympathy to you and your family. We will keep you in our prayers. May the lord hold your hand through this difficult time in your life. We love you Mrs. Wilborn.
Shuronica Simpson,Curtis Simpson II,Caylee Simpson,Curtis Simpson III (Tre),Curnisha Simpson,and Wanda Simpson.
Regina Wilborn Sansbury
October 5, 2008
Daddy:
Words cannot express my thoughts and feelings concerning you not being here physically with us on this earth any more. I keep thinking and imagining that you'll walk thru the doors at any moment!! But there is joy, peace and comfort in believing and knowing that we'll see you again on the other side. Just know that you'll be loved and missed by all who ever met or knew you. For you truly touched the hearts and lives of so, so, many people in such a positive way. You'll always be missed, but never forgotten.......
Regina
Your Daughter
Larry Little
October 5, 2008
With Deepest Sympathy
Louise McHargue
October 5, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of Roy B's passing. I worked with him at Bill Heard's as a young girl. He was such a successful salesman because he always went out of his way to help his customers. He always had a smile on his face as I'm sure he does this morning as he is visiting with all those who have gone on to their rewards in heaven before him. Rest well thy servant.
michael strickland
October 5, 2008
it was great working with you these many years you will be missed
maurice fitzpatrick
October 5, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
M. Edward Jackson
October 5, 2008
To the Wilborn Family I offer my sympathy for your lost. I had a short time to work with Mr. Roy which I call him, I like to say THANKS Mr. Roy
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