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Mary Sidney Rawlings THOMASSON
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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Claiborne
April 30, 2012
I have just sat and read these wonderful messages of love and rememberance. WOW! I am having difficulty controlling my emotions. Thank you all with all my heart.
Clay
February 15, 2010
I have just sat and read all of the thoughtful notes and special comments about Sidney from, you, our special friends. The love you have expressed to my family and me will never be forgotten. You have touched my heart.
Fran & John Boston
February 2, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
February 2, 2010
To Megan and family, Your Mother was the Sweetest Southern Lady!
She was such fun to work with for the many years at the restaurants and will be surely missed as a dear and loving neighbor. She was a very strong and courageous woman, a real example of a great mother, and I am positive she wears a badge of GLORY. We Loved You All like family! God Be with you through this loss.
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Gene & Kathy Donner
November 14, 2009
God bless you and your family, Clay. You know our prayers are with you.
Paul Galanti
November 14, 2009
Know that we are with you as you mourn the passing of this wonderful woman. It's consoling to know that Sidney is in a better place now. God bless all of you.
November 13, 2009
To Clay,Robin and Megan
I have been thinking about Sidney and all the laughs we had at RCSH. How she used to give me hell when I didn't use my cane going to and from the organ.
I would say back "I can make it OK", and She would give me that Sidney look.
She was one of a kind. There are people you meet in life that will be outstanding in your mind...Sid will always be one of those.
RayButtermore
Anita Arth
November 13, 2009
To Clay, Robin and Megan
I am sorry for your loss. Sidney was a wonderful person and I always enjoyed seeing her when I came to RCSH to hear Ray. She will be missed by many.
Marc Bedsole
November 13, 2009
Dear Robin and Family:
I am very sad to hear of your loss. Your Mother was always so kind to me . . I have such great memories of her!! I know that there are no words that could help ease your pain, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
William Lemmond
November 13, 2009
Dear Clay. Robin and Megan,
Words are rather insufficient,however, the family pictures thatyou presented I am sure were a glorious tribute to Sidney and all of you: indeed, a picture can be worth a thousand words. I am truly very sorry that I could not be with you.
Sidney met the malady with significant courage which I am sure was contagious, and has strngthened you forever.
May God's peace be with you, now and forever. Remember, He gave us wonderful memories that we might have roses in December.
Fondly,
W. Park ("Whitey") & Beryl Lemmond
November 13, 2009
Robin,Paul,Megan,CJ & Clay,
It was a beautiful service and wonderful get together to honor Sidney!!
CJ - what a wonderful present that you gave to all with the slideshow of family photos - simply fabulous!
Sid was a classy & sassy lady & I will truly miss her!!
Love,
Dawn Bradley
Norman Whitbeck
November 13, 2009
Claiborne, Robin and Megan,
Your loss is as great as any you will likely ever suffer. Time will lessen the pain but not feeling of loss. Don't cry because it is over, smile because it happened.
God Bless you all. Support and love each other.
JoAnn Atkinson
November 13, 2009
Dear Clay,
This is one of those difficult times in our lives. The loss of a loved one is monumental in ever respect. Nothing can fill that void in your life, and the lives of each family member. The passage of time will soften the loss a bit.
I will miss her happy smile and laughter and I am so sorry we did not get one more dinner in. I pray she is in a much better place now, where there is no pain and suffering, and you and your family can begin to heal also.
My deepest Sympathy,
JoAnn Atkinson
Jim McDaniel
November 13, 2009
Claiborne and The Thomasson Families,
In heartfelt thanks for thy servant Sidney.
God's Comfort. God's Speed.
November 13, 2009
Dear Clay and Family,
May God keep you and your family in his care as you deal with the loss of your precious wife and mother. May you be comforted by her light and memory.
In Deepest Sympathy,
Dena Bonniwell
Mike Hovanetz
November 13, 2009
You all are in my heart and prayers. God bless!
Mike Hovanetz and Family
Doug Warner
November 12, 2009
Clay, Megan, Robin and families,
i just read this and to say the least, my thoughts and prayers are with you and my heart is broken for the loss that we now share. I have always felt a part of your family because you and Sidney ( always Mrs. Thomsason to me ) made me to feel that way. I know that she put up a great fight and can only imagine how her strength has helped you all. I have such great memories of our childhood, White Lake and all of you. You hold a very special place in my heart and I will share in the may wonderful memories of Sidney..... her grace, smile, laughter and peace will all be with us! Much love, pray and sympathy.
Deanna Knobelspiesse
November 12, 2009
Dear Megan,
My heart is hurting for you and your family right now. One thing I remember about you and your family is that you all are an amazing source of strength and connection for each other and I know you will continue to be this for each other throughout your journey of grief. As my brother-in-law said when Eric's sister died, grief is another stage in a loving relationship. We physically hurt because that person's presence was so valuable to our very being. Our grief is a way of honoring that love and attachment. Thinking of you. May you and your loved ones wrap your arms around each other. Much love to you,
Deanna
Hugh Joyce
November 12, 2009
Claiborne and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Hugh Joyce and your friends at James River Air Conditioning
November 12, 2009
Dear Clay, Megan and family, and Robin and family,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope your warm memories of your mom will help you through this time. I know it was a long and difficult battle for you all; may you find peace knowing your mom is free of pain now.
Love to you all,
Kim Hudson
November 12, 2009
Dear Clay and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sidney was a beautiful person and always had the ability to light up a room with her smile. She will surely be missed. God bless you, Rene'Carbone
Dad
November 11, 2009
To my girls. Mom fought a great fight. We should all be very proud of her. I am here for you.
Dad
January FOO'ers
November 11, 2009
Dear Claiborne and Family,
The January FOO members have you in our thoughts, prayers and we share in your loss of a wonderful lady, your life companion, best friend, mother grandmother and wife.
Kathy Nixon
November 11, 2009
Sidney always made me feel so welcomed at Ruth's; her smile would light up a room. I'm so glad to have known her.
I send my sincere condolences to Clay, to Robin and Paul, to the family, and to the staffs of Ruth's and Bottega. I wish you true comfort and peace in knowing that she is in a better place, smiling on us all, I'm sure.
Nancy Covington
November 11, 2009
Dear Clay and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Sidney's passing but know that she fought a hard battle and is finally free of pain. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time. I take great consolation in knowing we have a lot of family waiting for her.
Kay Vincent Wynn
November 11, 2009
Dear Claiborne, Robyn, and Meg,
I was so sorry to hear of Sidney's passing. With all the years passed since I left VA, I would still recognize Sidney anywhere, the wonderful smile! I regret that I have missed getting to know so many of this generations' children of our family, and I send heartfelt condolences to Robyn and Megan. I am with you all, if not physically, in spirit.
Kyle Woolfolk
November 11, 2009
Dear Clay, Robin, Paul and Family
Our thoughts are with you as Sidney packs up that infectious smile and moves on to that special place reserved in her honor. We all have a wealth of fond memories to draw upon.
Remember those special moments...
With warmest regards,
Kyle and Marty Woolfolk
November 10, 2009
Dear Claiborne and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.Was so sad to learn
of Sidney's passing. We go back to the good days at BHS , cheering the bulldogs to another victory.So very sorry, she was just too young to
have this happen. Have been so saddened since I got the news . Take
good care. Lorena Bishop Harris Sarasota Florida
Diana Hutchings
November 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am glad to have had the pleasure of knowing Sidney. She has been and will be missed. She was a mighty fine Lady.
Scott Neff
November 10, 2009
Our entire family deeply saddend by the news of the passing of Sidney. She was a friend, neighbor, and most importantly a beam of sunlight every time you saw her infectious smile. I was lucky enough to know her and was always seeking her wisdom during the teenage years I spent across the street from the Thomasson family....what a blessing as they are some of my most memorable years!!
Clay, Robin and Megan, please know our families thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donald Clary
November 10, 2009
Claiborne, Ricky, Jerry and family,
My deepest sympathies to each of you and your families in the loss of Sidney. I have such wonderful memories of our days in Lawrenceville, the BHS games, and the fun we enjoyed at the Rawlings and Clary homes in Lawrenceville.
Judy and Dick Nelson
November 10, 2009
To Clai and Family,
Dick and I want you to know that we share your grief at this very difficult time. Sidney obviously fought a really hard battle and we can all be thankful for her absence of pain and suffering. That beautiful smile will certainly be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Please know that we are with you in spirit even though we can't be there in person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now as they have been for all these many many months.
With love,
Janet Ralston
November 10, 2009
Dear Clay and family,
I am out of town tonight and tomorrow, and sadly will miss the visitation and service, but will be with all of you in spirit. What a lovely, elegant lady Sidney was! Please know that Cary and I are thinking of you, and remembering your wife, mom and grandmother fondly. Heaven has received another special angel.
God bless,
Janet Ralston
Phyllis Brockwell
November 10, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers have been and continue to be with you during Sidney's courageous fight! She was a wonderful person and I know that her wit and spirited personality will live on for years to come!
We love you all!
W. W.,Jr. and Phyllis Brockwell
November 10, 2009
It was my pleasure to have known Sidney for a few short years. She was a wonderful lady and I have been proud to call her my friend. I will so miss her as all her family and friends . Truly a lovely lady!!
Delores D. Hunter
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