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Marcus Diggs Obituary
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Mother
May 12, 2024
You never said Im leaving-You never said "Good Bye"
You were gone before I knew it, And only God knew why
A million times I needed you; A million times I cried.
If love alone could have saved you, you never would have died.
In life I loved you dearly; In death, I love you still
In my heart, you hold a place that no one could ever fill.
It broke my heart to lose you, but you didn't go alone
Part of me went with you "The day God took you home"
Love always
your mother
JACQUELINE DIGGS
February 21, 2024
Happy Birthday and much continuing love you.
LOVE FOREVER
MOM
Cherrie King
October 18, 2023
Truly loved and missed always
Jacqueline
October 18, 2023
Hi my love. I have been really down and holiday season is upon us. I am trying to be chipper but I miss you so much. Douglas recently joined you and as time goes by more family members will be with you. There is not a day that goes by without saying your name.
I love you
Mom
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Tommy
October 18, 2023
Love you man and still miss you til this day you were truly a blessing
K
October 18, 2023
Still miss you so much xoxo
Peaches
February 22, 2023
Hey Marcus. Happy belated. I thought about you yesterday and did a tribute on my page.
Jacqueline Diggs Hawkes
February 21, 2023
I love you sooooooooo much! Tommy sent me some new pictures which made me very happy. I cherish all of your memories and it keeps me going til we meet again. Happy Birthday with many kisses. Mom
Jacqueline DIGGS HAWKES
October 19, 2022
I love Love Love and miss you son.
Mom
M & M
August 19, 2022
You were a little bit of sun shine during a dark time. I miss your beautiful mind and your love for my creativity. I am thankful to have known you. You are still thought of and loved.
Mom
August 8, 2022
Son you are on my mind day and night 24 7. I love and miss you so much. Hope you are happy.
Love Forever Mom
Your Mother
February 21, 2022
Another Birthday without you and its hard. I mention your name almost daily to keep you closer. I love and miss you very much but I know I will see you again one day. Forever in my heart.
Mom
Cherrie King
October 20, 2021
Wishing you were here to talk like we used to, and laugh together like we used to. How my heart still hurts for you everyday, my one TRUE love, my best-friend...
I love you and miss you, I know you are resting in peace.
Lady K
October 18, 2021
Still miss you every day!!! XOXO
JACQUELINE B DIGGS-HAWKES
October 18, 2021
Son where has the time gone. It seems like yesterday when your presence graced the earth. My day begins and end with thoughts of you. I miss you so much. I love you forever and ever. Mother
Cherrie King
October 22, 2020
I love you! And you are still truly missed on this day my love. May the angels be watching over you peacefully. Not a day passes that I don’t think of you.
October 19, 2020
Son time stood still that day you went on your journey. I push through and I know you are helping me but it still takes my breath away with sadness. I love and miss you. You are the first thought at the beginning and end of the day. I am patiently waiting ............ Love Mom
February 20, 2020
I love you son and as time passes it only brings me closer to you. Every day I say "I LOVE YOU SON'
Forever
MOM
Preston Diggs
November 13, 2019
October 22, 2019
Think about you all the time. All the time.
I love you
Peaches
October 22, 2019
I spent hours at the ocean Sunday and kept thinking about how much you thrived on the serenity it provided you. I recall how much you enjoyed Pheiffer Beach from your first visit as a child. This memory helps me get through this especially difficult day. Thank you for sharing this with me,Dad
October 21, 2019
Love you forever and ever til we meet again. Mom
Dad
February 21, 2019
Not a day passes that I don't feel your presence walking with me. Each and everyday you bring joy to my heart. No man can nor will ever replace the legacy of my son; Mr. Marcus Kawuan Diggs. I miss and love you son.
February 21, 2019
February 21, 2019
Happy Birthday my son, MR. MARCUS KAWUAN DIGGS
February 21, 2019
2/21/2019 Words cannot express enough how much. I miss you. I love you son and will be with you before long when it is my time.
Love forever and always
Mom
November 22, 2017
It has been said, 'time heals all wounds.' I do not agree. The wounds remain. In time, the mind, protecting its sanity, covers them with scar tissue and the pain lessens. But it is never gone.
Rose Kennedy
Peaches
November 21, 2017
Sometimes I miss you so much I can't breathe Love you forever and my thoughts and prayers are with you and my other family members with you on this Thanksgiving celebration.
Love Mom
November 9, 2017
Those special memories of you will always bring a smile If only I could have you back for just a little while Then we could sit and talk again just like we used to do You always meant so very much and always will do too The fact that you're no longer here will always cause me pain but your forever in my heart until WE MEET AGAIN
LOVE MOM
September 22, 2017
I wish Heaven had a phone so I could hear your voice again. I thought of you today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday and days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake from which I'll never part. God has you in his arms, I have you in my heart.
Mom
August 24, 2017
Hi Baby
I asked God to give you a gigantic hug from me because I want to give you one so bad. I love you very very much and though people say you are in a better place its still so hard. I just want you to rest peacefully
Love Mom
May 26, 2017
I can see you looking sharp and casual for Memorial Day and having Big Fun! You are on my mind every minute of every day until I see you again.
Miss and love you terribly.
Much love
Mom
Tommy Bouldin
May 7, 2017
Just wanted to say I miss you and love you cuz! I think about you everyday *BIGHUG*
Tommy
March 29, 2017
I love you son. That was the best hug you gave me in my dreams on your birthday that it brought on the tears. I have been a little slow but Im hanging in there. Miss you soooooo much
Love Mom
November 23, 2016
Hi Precious
Happy Thanksgiving. I was thinking about that special seafood casserole you made and how I will try it but it won't be as good as yours. I know you are looking down on me, Cherie and your family and friends that cared about you. Tears have rolling this week but I'm hanging in there.
Love you Miss you See you soon
Love forever MoM
C K
November 14, 2016
My Love... I write to you as I know your wishing too hear from everyone that loves you... My Love, forever, I am yours, and you are mine, from inside and out... Your mother, , Ms, Jacki Diggs who loves you to the fullest, and Me, who wishes you were here... MY love, how I wish you were here to see world and everything that's going on.... And see how much everyone is missing you now....How much your missed is an understatement and how much your mother misses you and me and your family who really loves you till the end...
September 24, 2016
I MISS YOU SON IT HAS BEEN SO LONG I AM SO SAD BUT I'M HANGING IN THERE.
LOVE...KISSES....HUGS ALWAYS......
LOVE FOREVER UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN
MOM
March 19, 2016
I am so sorry son
Cherrie King
February 21, 2016
Happy birthday to my love.... I miss you every day, my heart, my love
February 20, 2016
Happy Birthday Happy Happy Happy Birthday Join me at the beach this weekend and we will watch the waves together in body and spirit. Just put your arms around me........
Love
Mom
February 12, 2016
Empty Empty Empty is how I feel all the time. If I dwell on your leaving and the day you left it is an awful overwhelming feeling of lost and regrets. I will get through this but losing a child is never easy and you never never get over it. I will be visiting the beach this month and I know your spirit will join me.
I love and miss you so much. Happy Birthday until we are together again.
Love always and forever
MoM
Quentin Duckett
December 25, 2015
There has been a few times that I have attempted to reach out to Marcus and will be in the DC area in 2016 and said to myself let me try again and I saw this it hurts my heart to the core and I don't want to believe it and I kept looking at his face over and over again thinking no this can't be him but that's his face. I'll never forget him Marcus was like a brother to me we went to Stonewall Jackson Highschool together while I was a Senior he was a Junior in the 1992-1993 school year in Manassas, VA. Marcus had the greatest spirit I really loved him like a brother and hate that we lost contact. I remember meeting his Mother one day and she was just the sweetest lady I had ever met and I remember saying to myself man I wish I had a Mother like that. Well he most certainly got his kind and gentle spirit from his mom. Marcus I miss you brother but I know you are living a good life with our Lord and Savior to the family I extend my deepest sympathies. Mr or Mrs Diggs if you ever see this message if you don't mind sending me a picture of him. You can find me on FB.
December 21, 2015
Hello son You know I visited Turkey a few years ago and went to "Bulbul Mountain" in Ephesus and entered Virgin Mary's home. I drank the water and left a "special Prayer" for you. This was on earth and you are with the Heavenly Family and your family.
I love you
MoM
November 25, 2015
Hi Baby
Another Thanksgiving comes and goes and I miss you even more if possible. I am so thankful to have you in my life and give me my only chance to create life LOL
There is not a day that goes by that I don't feel the enormous hole in chest but I know you are safe and with family
Love you much and forever
September 25, 2015
I love you
Mom
July 22, 2015
Hi son I need to get myself together to visit you and bring flowers. I had a strong urge to hug you this week. I believe you visited me and I smiled.
Love Love Love you so much
Mom
June 1, 2015
Son I woke up this morning with that mega watt smile of yours. I looked at your pictures at work and just smiled and said "that's my boy" I love you sooooo much
Forever
Mom
Cherrie King
May 6, 2015
Just wanted to tell you Marcus I miss you very much and I love you my angel, not a day goes by that you are truly missed, my sweet love- my sweetest love
April 29, 2015
Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal"
-From a headstone in Ireland-
I thought this was beautiful and has a little of your heritage and beautiful mixture of all that came before you.
Love you
Mom
April 4, 2015
Happy Easter Son I really felt at peace sitting near you and talking to you yesterday it was so peaceful. It was so funny the birds and a squirrel kept me company also. I made sure you had lots of red flowers. I felt your arm on my shoulder and I smiled.
Miss you Oh so much but you are with the father and I know you are taken care of
Love Mom
February 23, 2015
I love you Tommy Thanks
Tommy Bouldin
February 21, 2015
Big cousin Big brother i miss you everyday! Had to stop by to say Happy Birthday! i just found out about this page You taught me so much and i know you're watching over me daily! Jackie i love you and miss you soooo much Big hugs and kisses Jackie! And Marcus i love ya man always!
Tommy!
Renee
February 21, 2015
Happy Birthday love, you are missed dearly
February 21, 2015
Everyday I thank god for bringing you into my life. It hurt my heart to hear you were gone but I know you're in a better place. I can still see your smile and hear your voice. I kept your cards and emails...I read them all the time;) You may not have been my first but you were definitely my last...love of my life. Love always
February 20, 2015
Having a hard time Happy Birthday my love Sheree is also struggling We know you are safe in his arms but we miss you in our arms
Love forever MOM
February 19, 2015
Another year I Love You So glad a friend signed your guest book. You are truly missed Love Mom
January 29, 2015
Miss you Giggs . Johndrell Reed
January 28, 2015
I love you son
December 31, 2014
Another year about to end as you sleep peacefully in God's Kingdom. You are forever missed and loved by many. The hole in my heart will never heal but I pray and give thanks for my health and strength until I join you. I feel your presence and know that you care.
Love you my handsome son. Mom
October 21, 2014
The LORD is my shepherd: I shall not want. He maketh me lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his names's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: For thou art with me;thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine Enemies;thou annointest my head with oil;my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
I love you son for all eternity
Mom
September 29, 2014
I KNOW HE DID. BRYCE REMINDS ME SO MUCH OF HIM. BRYCE IS SO MUCH LIKE HIM...ALWAYS FINDING WAYS TO MAKE MONEY AND VERY CREATIVE. JACKIE I REALLY LOOK UP TO YOU FOR BEING SO STRONG. WE BOTH HAVE SON'S AND THEY ARE ALSO OUR ONLY CHILDREN. MARCUS WAS AND STILL IS SO VERY PROUD OF YOU. HE IS WITH YOU EVERY DAY MAKING SURE YOU STAY STRONG. YOU AND LEE ARE FIGHTERS. THATS WHERE HE GOT IT FROM. HE IS MY BROTHER...MY HEART AND I WILL ALWAYS KEEP HIM ALIVE. I ALWAYS POST HIM ON MY FACE BOOK PAGE.
September 27, 2014
Marcus loved Peaches. He always mentioned her in conversations. He will watch over her and guide her. I love my son for his "try it" attitude. Love forever Mom
September 26, 2014
sometimes when i need advice i think "what would Marcus do?
peaches <3
September 26, 2014
Brent so glad you took the time to post. It makes me feel so good that my baby has friends that care. I miss him sooo much but this brougt a smile tomy face Love his mom
Brent Lowe
September 24, 2014
Messed up to hear of Marcus Passing, i was a friend in High School. He was one of the coolest people I spent time wit.. may God bless him and his Soul rest in peace.
August 29, 2014
I love you son Miss your voice and hugs and smile love forever.....Mom
bobbie stewart
May 10, 2014
Lord have mercy.....this does not get any better. AT ALL! I know its been 3 years but this still has a impact on me. I feel so cheated. We stuck together like white on rice. I always remind Cookie how we always tricked you. And that time we had a get to gather at her house in high school and it turned out to be a house party..lol remember? I love you sooo much. You are up there with god and tour 2 aunts and I know they are taking care of you along with our Lord and Savior. ? It still hurts
May 9, 2014
I am still a mom and no one can take that away and I will love you and pray for you and me til the day I join you. Love and Kisses
Zainab
May 9, 2014
Marcus, I just recently heard that you passed and I couldn't believe it. It's like the vibrant and brilliant are never supposed to die. I have faith you rest in perfect peace and you keep your energy around your mother especially. There is no grief quite like burying a child. Bless you Marcus on the other parts of your soul's journey. I'm grateful for what you taught me about my spirit.
April 11, 2014
I love you son and I pray for you and myself all the time. Forever Mom
February 21, 2014
Each day and night I visualize the day you wete born and the first time holding you in my arms I knew you were a fighter. I am proud of the fact
that once you put your mind on it, the effort was easy because you enjoyed what you were doing; it eas fun. I know your approach to life was not a task you weren't ready to accept, it wasn't your spirit as a man to not meet its challenges; no one can or will forever be prouder . Love and miss you! I know Boobie, Tom, Doris my niece, and Marcia provide comfort and memories. Today marks a GREAT day of cherished memories.
February 21, 2014
happy birthday!! i told Bryce it was your birthday and he said he wanted to see you. so we will be there even if it rains. i love you........
February 21, 2014
I Love you, Happy Birthday Baby. Safe in his arms.
Love Aunt Cookie
February 20, 2014
I LOVE U SON I MISS YOU TERRIBLY
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
cherrie king
February 18, 2014
Your birthday is coming up soon my love, you are truly missed and will never be forgotten! I know you are that bright star I see every night before I go to sleep, My angel!
January 28, 2014
You are heavy on my mind. I sure do miss you. I hope your friends post more pictures. I love you......Mom
January 8, 2014
I miss you so much........
Love forever MOM
December 12, 2013
Son you are heavy on my mind and heart. I keep waiting to hear your voice...... I love and miss you terribly love Mom
October 28, 2013
Oh son I love the latest picture. You look so good and confident. I love you and you will always be special. I am so proud! Love Mom
I LOVE YOU <3. I CANT SAY ANYTHING ELSE...I LOVE YOU
October 24, 2013
October 23, 2013
I missed two days work but I pulled myself up and made it to your resting place. The rain hid my tears but your love and laughter was in the air as I knelt in the dusk telling you over and over I love and miss you.
Courtney Hill
October 22, 2013
Its hard to believe that its been three years, Marc! Your presence and persona is deepy missed! I know you're flying HIGH above the waters, moutains and skies...having yourself a good ole' time! You will forever be in our hearts and minds...Be Easy Marc!
September 26, 2013
Hi baby The hole in my heart is so big. I miss that million dollar smile and coolness about your persona. We all miss you and Doris. I love you I love you I love you.......
Karen
July 25, 2013
I'm meeting more and more of your family now that you are gone, and it makes me feel blessed. I love hearing all their stories of you. I miss you everyday!!! Love you! XOXO
July 24, 2013
I love you son and your presence has been strong this week. You were with me head boppn in the car with ole school NT BG. Hugs Love Mom
June 1, 2013
First and foremost I love love love you. I was happy that one of your good friends and I came out to visit you and spend time sitting and talking with you for an hour memorial day. We both miss you terribly but know your sweet spirit is always with us. Hugs frm mom
April 1, 2013
I love you son and am so glad you are not alone I hope you enjoy all the flowers Many many hugs and kisses Easter with the father You are blessed
February 25, 2013
Lord Have Mercy.....
February 25, 2013
<3
E
February 21, 2013
Happy Birthday love...
Cherrie King
January 23, 2013
This is a very sad time for all. Aunt Doris you will be missed so much and Marcus everyday is so sad thinking of you, but now you will be joined by another angel, which is very comforting.The King family will always love you.
January 22, 2013
Its funny how life turns out. We are all called to his glory one by one. Aunt Doris has her wings now. hug mom for me. this is all to much for me to handle.
January 17, 2013
God is good Your beloved aunt Doris has been truly heartbroken since you left us. She and I prayed a powerful prayer on 1/1/13-she is now with you and I feel blessed that your beloved family is coming to be with you. Pray for us left behind but joy comes in the morning and my heart is filled with joy. I love you baby take care of my sister Love eternally Mom
January 5, 2013
I love you sooooooo much and pray you get your much deserved wings and am comforted that you are in gods hands and safe Happy New Year Baby Momma is trying to hold on love you forever
September 14, 2012
My Baby
You don't know how may times I look for you to come and give me my kiss. I love you so, we all just can't let go.
Your aunt Cookie
Veralyn Goode
September 13, 2012
Miss you sweetie!
September 13, 2012
Hey Marc, its Peach. Just dropping by to let you know I am thinking about you ALWAYS...seriously. I miss you so much. You have no idea. I know that you and my mom had fun on her birthday (which was yesterday)..lol. I feel a little at peace knowing that you are up there with my mother.
Karen
September 12, 2012
I can't believe it's been almost 2 years since you've been gone. I still drive by all your old apartments that you lived in. Not sure why, but it's like a part of you is still there with all the memories. I guess it's the same reason I can't delete your # out of my phone. Hard to let go! I was so blessed to have you in my life for almost two decades. I mean.... Wow, that's a long time. I still feel your spirit everyday and I stay in touch with some of your family (but you already know that) We talk about so many stories and share memories. I miss you soooo much Marc! I hope you are resting peacefully!!
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