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for Doris Atkinson
Belinda Porras
June 8, 2010
Paul, May your memories of your mother be your comfort. Peace be with you and your family.
David Luca
June 7, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. David and Nilda Luca
John Bliley
June 5, 2010
Paul To you and yourFamily are in our
Prayers Trudy and Jack Bliley
Amy Tennis
June 5, 2010
I was very lucky to have a grandma like mine for as long as I did. Her spirit lives on in the lives of me, my children and my family. Thank you for all the kind expressions of sympathy during this time.
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Dorothy Thompson
June 5, 2010
My sympathies, prayers, and thoughts are with you and your family. It is truly a blessing that you have shared as many years together as you have, I am sure the love and memories will carry you through this difficult time until you meet again in heaven. God Bless you all.
Debbie Swartz
June 5, 2010
Dear Susan, I just saw this email about the passing of your mother and I wanted to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I lost my mother 17 years ago and mourn for her every day so I know how much your hurting. It sounds like your mom had a good long life and I know you are thankful for that. May your good memories and faith sustain you in your grief. Something we did when my mom passed was we planted a tree in her memory and you could do a rock garden around it. Just want you to know I'm thinking about you. Sincerely, Debbie Swartz
CHERILYN SMITH
June 4, 2010
Your daughter has inspired me greatly. Job well done! Rest comfortably in your new Heavenly home.
Jan Edwards
June 4, 2010
My Mother loved us--from our first breath to her last-- she loved us--she may not have always liked us--but, she loved us--her children.
I was her first-born, so, she loved me longer--not better, just longer.
My last words to my Mom were "I love you." to which she replied "Well, I know that!"
My Mother was strong - last week she told me she was going to do everything she had to do to go home -- she wanted to go home--her garden needed her, and there was work to be done upstairs. She'd be ready for a mean game of Canasta and there were unread books and yard sales and thrift shops. "Yup," she said, "I'm getting stronger-- I'm going home."
Knowing Mom like I do, I had no doubt that she would set her chin, clench her fist and fight. Again. "But," she whispered, "I'm tired." She patted my hand and said, "I'm so tired, but, I'm still going home. No matter what--I'm going home. I'm not Polish for nothing!"
On May 28th of this year -- Mom went home.
I'll miss so many things about my mother. Her lessons:
1) Don't retire, you'll wither like an old prune--she never retired.
2) Don't go on the dole--ever! Depend on those two hands at the end of your wrists.
3) Never let your children go hungry. Keep your pantry stocked. Add another cup of water to the soup.
4) Never let your children be cold--give them sweaters, coats and shoes.
5) Keep a roof over their heads -- pay that house payment first and keep rental property just in case --
6) Don't cheat at cards, even in a friendly game, because if you'd lie about the score--you'd lie about anything.
7) Trust your dog.
8) Smile a lot so nobody knows what you're really thinking
9) Outlive your enemies
10) Family comes first
11) Don't whine - this is a learning experience...
12) Don't question God - you can't see the wind, but you know it's there...
13) Babies smile because angel's are whispering secrets.
14) A buttermilk skies comes after a storm
15) Those red Japanese bushes are going to take over the world
16) Collect books so you'll always have an escape. Read!
17) Wear clean underwear.
18) Be good to everyone, especially your children--they'll choose your nursing home.
From our first breath, to her last, she loved us.
I'll miss my Mom.
Rick Beaman
June 4, 2010
Paul - you and your family are in our prayers.
wayne mcmillan
June 4, 2010
Paul, our prayers are with you
June 4, 2010
Paul
May God give you and your family confort during your time of grief. No doubt you all share many good memories of your mother. I lost my father earlier this year, so I truly sympathise with you in your loss.
Amy Luttrell
June 4, 2010
Paul, you and your family and in my thoughts and payers during this difficult time. Paul Plattner (Washington, DC)
June 3, 2010
Jan, Our thoughts and prayers are with you on your loss. Love, Lucy & Jack
June 3, 2010
To Paul Atkinson & Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time and in the days ahead. May God grant you the peace that passeth all understanding during this time of healing.
The Hunt Family
Tony,Barbara,Crystal & AJ
John Dunn
June 3, 2010
Doris has left this mortal world and has joined those who have passed before her in the eternal everlasting. Her work on earth is done; her legacy continues in the family and friends she leaves behind. Cherish her memory, honor her accomplishments and always keep her in your heart.
Martin Gerry
June 3, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Bill Graves
June 3, 2010
My deepest sympathy and condolences on the loss of your mother. I know she will be missed, but your memories of her caring for her family will carry you forward as you work to fulfill her dreams for her family.
Bill Graves, Norfolk, VA
June 3, 2010
Paul,
I'm very sorry to learn of the passing of your mother. Sandi and I pray that you and your family will find comfort and peace in the memories of the good times you shared together with your mother, Doris.
Jerry Bettenhausen
Charles Matthews
June 3, 2010
"I just want to offer my condolences to you and yours for the lost of your mother. It is my prayer that the Grace of God and the sweet communion of the Holy Spirit rest upon you and your family during this difficult season."
June 3, 2010
Paul; my deepest condolences to you on the loss of your mom. As I recall we had a brief conversation about our moms at a recent g-4 meeting and how we have become the caretakers. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Cassetta
Gregg Bender
June 3, 2010
Paul and the entire Atkinson family:
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother. Know that your entire NISH family is thinking of you and wishing you and your family our deepest sympathies. Gregg Bender (on behalf of the NISH Board of Directors)
Charles and Joann Burks
June 2, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
RAY COLESON
June 2, 2010
PAUL, MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. IN HIS SERVICE RAY COLESON AND FAMILY
Chris & Clarissa Hoagland
June 2, 2010
Our heartfelt condolences on your loss. May your memories bring you comfort in this difficult time and help to keep her in your heart forever. Our prayers are with you.
Deborah Atkinson
June 2, 2010
Paul, I am so very sorry to hear about your mother. As many stories as we shared about our respective families over the years, I feel like I know her. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Her legacy lives on in each of you. Deborah Atkinson
Alverine Mack
June 2, 2010
Susan, Wishing you and your family a peaceful transition. My prayers are with you. Alverine
Natausha Brown
June 2, 2010
"My sincerest condolences go out to Mr. Atkinson and family, in this time of mourning. My prayers are with you."
Peter & Chris Brinckerhoff
June 2, 2010
Paul, you have our deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dawn Jackson-Gay
June 1, 2010
The world lost a great nurse, artist, humanitarian, and believer of dreams. She was a great person and a beautiful soul that we miss deeply. I took painting classes with my grandma and she passed pearl of honest wisdom to my me and my family. We all miss grandma, Doris, and know that, Heaven has a new artist to help paint the morning skies. With love, Dawn, Mike, Michael, Gracie, and Keegan Gay.
Josh and Karen Morgan-Hill
June 1, 2010
Our condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Cherish the memories.
Steve Olson
June 1, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
frances caldwell
June 1, 2010
I know she will be missed.My mom thought the world of her an now they are together again,hope all know we are thinking of the family
Diane Gayle
June 1, 2010
Chris, Everyone here at Fleet Management sends you our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please let us know if we can do anything for you.
Jason Williams
June 1, 2010
"Our Deepest Sympathies to you and your family. Even though she's physically gone, she will always be with you in spirit. Stay strong and god bless." Jason & Alicia Williams
Lee Ortiz
June 1, 2010
Hold tight to memories for comfort.
Lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about.
Naval Station Galley Staff
June 1, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Peggy Croke
June 1, 2010
SAFELY HOME
I am home in Heaven, dear ones;
Oh, so happy and so bright!
There is perfect joy and beauty
In this everlasting light.
All the pain and grief is over,
Every restless tossing passed;
I am now at peace forever,
Safely home in Heaven at last.
Did you wonder I so calmly
Trod the valley of the shade?
Oh!but Jesus' love illumined
Every dark and fearful glade.
And He came Himself to meet me
In that way so hard to tread;
And with Jesus' arm to lean on,
Could I have one doubt or dread?
Then you must not grieve so sorely,
For I love you dearly still:
Try to look beyond earth's shadows,
Pray to trust our Father's Will.
There is work still waiting for you,
So you must not idly stand;
Do it now, while life remaineth-
You shall rest in Jesus' land.
When that work is all completed,
He will gently call you Home;
Oh, the rapture of that meeting,
Oh, the joy to see you come!
June 1, 2010
We will all keep you in our prayers. Tanners Creek Garden Center. Tom, Betsy, Ben & Beth.
Tom Shaffer
June 1, 2010
Our Deepest Sympathies to you and your family. Tom, Kelly, Alex, & Andrew.
Barbara Riggs
June 1, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Chris and Barbara O'Handley
June 1, 2010
In life parents are the mentors that inspire children to pursue their chosen path. From heaven parents are the guiding light that keeps ones path illuminated. Wishing you the strength of fond memories.
God Bless Your Family
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