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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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DARLENE CUNNINGHAM
January 10, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
December 22, 2009
It was my privledge to take care of Mrs. Thomas. She was an inspiration to all of us at Richmond Community Hospital...ever smiling, ever lovely! She will be missed by the RCH family and friends as well as her own family. Thank you to all of her loved ones for letting us be a part of her life. Martha O'Donnell, RN Richmond Community Hosptial
cheryl bates
December 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Peggy Hill
December 19, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
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Angela Braxton
December 19, 2009
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 1998-2009
Francisco Sanchez
December 19, 2009
My condolences to the family for your lost. May god bless all of you.Our grandchildren David A Smith II and Nelida Kar'n Marquis Smith will make us all proud. Until we meet again,I love you.
Jean Sanchez
December 19, 2009
My dearest friend,my deepest sympathy goes out to your family in their time of lost of a wonderful mother, grandmother and sister. Your beautiful smile will always be remembered.
P.S To included those crab cakes you loved so much I use to cook for you. (smile)
Love you always The Disco Lady!!
Sonja Sanchez
December 19, 2009
My condolences to Shermelle,Shermen,Karen ,David and all the grandchildren. You were brought into my life in 1990,as apart of the Smith family. Through all your struggles,the life you lived was testimonial.You have been a inspirational part of D.J,Nelida and my life,touching the depths of our hearts and soul with just the person you were.I will continuously pray god watches over your family and give them the strength they need. Your work is done here on earth, now god has called you home to do his works full time.Suffer no more!! You will truly be missed by all the lives you touched.
Sandy Taylor
December 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
CCI
December 18, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joseph (Joe) Lyons
December 18, 2009
We know your pain. Your mom always had a smile with laughter, whenever we saw each other in passing. We grew up downtown on 4th Street Ellen and Raymond, started at Navy Hill School 740 North 6th Street and even went to the same church Refuge Temple Assembly of Yahweh for some time together. We will miss her as a good friend.
May Yahweh Comfort you all, Bro. Joseph Lyons (Joe), William (Butch), Jessie (Sister Gail) and Brenda
ROSLYN & FRANKLIN THOMAS
December 18, 2009
TO ALL OF YOU SHE WILL BE TRULY MISSED BUT SHE'S JUST A MEMORY AWAY SHE WILL SLEEP IN HEAVEN IN PEACE AS ONE OF GOD'S ANGELS AS SHE WAS HERE ON EARTH
Ivory Cunningham
December 18, 2009
love and miss u..Ivory:)
DENISE (NEISE) MINOR
December 17, 2009
TO KAREN AND THE FAMILY, TO COMFORT YOU IN THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER. IT'S HARD TO LOSE SOMEONE YOU LOVE. WHEN THAT PERSON IS YOUR MOTHER, BUT KNOWING THAT YOUR MOTHER WAS A SWEET AND LOVING PERSON SHE HAS NOW EARN HER WINGS. WHAT A LOVING ANGEL SHE IS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF SADNESS.
Aretha Lomax
December 17, 2009
Horace,Sherman, Shermelle, Karen and David there are no words to express Aunt Ellen's going home. We shall miss her, but think of how happy she is. Think of the love she gave us and the love we gave her. There was never any doubt of how much we loved each other. Always remember this. I may not be there in person, but I am always with you in our hearts.
Love Always,
You big sister Aretha
Webster Hill
December 15, 2009
David, Sherman, Shermelle, and Karen- Your mom was a great person, and I will always remember her smile. If you you need anything, call me. Love ya'll and God bless.
Web
December 14, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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