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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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valarie christian
May 16, 2010
To the family. Know that GOD always knows what best for his children,even in times of sorrow.I will miss joyce,but rejoice knowing that she is in the arms of our father. GOD bless you all,Love you!
Mrs.Contina Spencer
May 12, 2010
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 1998-2010
May 7, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
May 7, 2010
Snookie and family
I was very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. May the love of your family and friends carry you through your grief.
Love Always, Marsha, Pedie, Vet , Quez
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DELORIS GRAVES
May 7, 2010
TO CHARLES AND FAMILY OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU MAY GOD KEEP AND COMFORT YOU ALL MRS JOYCE WILL CONTINUE TO LIVE THROUGH EACH OF YOU SHE WILL BE MISS BUT NOT FORGOTTEN WITH LOTS OF LOVE THE GRAVES FAMILY KEITH, MISSIE ,AND QUINTON
DEBBIE ROBINSON
May 7, 2010
CLAREESE I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST YOUR FAMILY AND YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Helen Gaines
May 7, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.I love you all very much & I am here for you .May the peace of God rest upon you & your family.
May 7, 2010
To Rita and family,
There is an open gate at the end of the road. Through which each must go alone. And there in a life we cannot see, our Father claims his own.
Beyond the gate your loved one finds happiness and rest and there is comfort in the thought, that the Loving God knows best.
We are praying for the family.
Melvin & Ethel Dickerson, Ford, VA
Michelle Stewart-Kelly
May 7, 2010
Charles, your Mother is in a better place right now than she's ever been before, all pain is gone, she's now at rest... Peace & Blessings Always To You And Your Family...
May 7, 2010
Rita and family our thoughts and prayers go our to you and your family on the lost of your sister May God continue to bless you and keep you in times like these we need our Savior who comfort us and keep us just continue to just hold on to our Lord and Savior Jesue Christ and he will see you through ,my continueous prayers are with you and your family. Sheila & Curtis and family
Ann Middleton
May 7, 2010
My deepest sympathy to my nieces & nephews and the Dickerson family during your time of sorrow , earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. So I say to you all be blessed and if it's anything we can do just let us know. Love Aunt Ann & the Middleton Family.
From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home
May 7, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
MRS. SHIRLEY
May 6, 2010
JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT I AM PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY THAT GOD WILL GRANT YOU THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT HIS WILL AND KEEP YOU ENCOURAGED KNOWING THAT YOUR MOM IS YET "SAFE IN GOD'S ARMS"
CAROLYN SEABORNE
May 6, 2010
OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO THE FAMILY OF MRS. JOYCE DURING THIS TRYING TIME. KNOW THAT IF THERE IS ANYTHING THAT WE CAN DO TO BE THERE FOR YOU, WE ARE JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY. WE LOVE YOU AND WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN OUR PRAYERS...THE SEABORNE FAMILY
May 6, 2010
Dad, i am sorry to hear about the passing of grandmother Joyce...I know she is now in heaven with all the other angels...I will miss her and the time we had together....Your Son Treshon
Sawn and Treshon Edwards
May 6, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
May 6, 2010
To Charles, we the Edwards Family would like to offer our deepest condolences during this difficult time....There are no words to express the pain and sorrow of losing a mother ...Joyce was a good person with a good heart...know now that she is in a better person...Our prayers are with you and your family....The Edwards Family
detricia peebles
May 5, 2010
my heart goes out to my extended family ,words can't express how much you will truly be missed.i just cant believe that your gone so many memories i hold so dear in my heart.god couldn't have picked a more perfect angel for he has a plan far more then we can see.a beautiful mother that meant so much to me.i know i will see you again someday but until that day i will always remember the way you embraced me in your loving arms and said it will be okay,you are in a far more better place now no more pain and suffering.i know it wil be lonely here without you but that's okay ill cope for know one is promise tomorrow thats why i was here to see you before he took you home.you was my mother ,a true friend indeed and you will always be forever a special part of me......love detricia&family
Rachel Hinton
May 5, 2010
There are no words that I could express to ease the pain that each of you are feeling at this time. Know that Our God will give you strength to make it through. Know that Ms Joyce is in a better place, no more pain , no more suffering. Although she is not here in flesh, she will live in all of you forever. She will forever be in your hearts.
Rachel Hinton & Family
Rhonda Fox
May 5, 2010
Me deepest sympathy to you all, there are no words to ease the sorrow that you all are going through, just know she is in a better place. I love you all & I will keep you all in my prayers. Love your cousins Rhonda,Taivon & Talayia Fox
renita & margret marshall
May 4, 2010
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 1998-2010
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