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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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LaMone Lewis
November 19, 2009
I was shock to hear about the passing of Mrs.Beale. I was told by Reynold Tuesday night.
Remembering the last time I had seen her brought joy because it had been a long time. We got caught up on our family. Reynada was then 24 years. Thank you GOD for putting her in our lives.She was a blessing.
Love to all.
Katrina Jackson Hicks
November 14, 2009
Sorry to hear of Mrs. Beale's passing. May your memories of her keep you going along with knowing that HE is a comforter and HE does all things well. Keep the Faith. Our prayers are with you ALL.
The "Jacksons" from Idlewood Ave. We shared 2207.
Naomi Graves-Thornton
November 13, 2009
Keith,I am sorry to hear of the loss of your Grandmother.May the Lord be with you and comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Naomi,Ryan and Andre
Sandra & Lawrence Brown
November 9, 2009
Ann, Regina, Michael, Adrienne, Keith and family,
May the love of God sustain you...the peace of God be with you...and the promise of God comfort you during this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
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elliott,susie,whitney &morgan thompson
November 9, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
November 8, 2009
Adrienne,
With deepest sympathy to the family. Praying that God will forever keep you in his care.
Charlene Thomas & Family
Port St. Joe, Florida
Vern
November 8, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Take comfort in the words of Isaiah 25:8, 9
From the staff of W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home
November 8, 2009
We present this guestbook to you with deepest compassion and with our sincerest expression of sympathy.
Tim and Wanda Lark
November 6, 2009
To The Ruffin Family,
Our hearts were sadden to learn of the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss.
Tim and Wanda Lark
Tanya Nettles
November 6, 2009
I Love and miss you Bigma. Thank you for EVERYTHING! I appreciate you sharing your home, love and family with me. You were awesome. To the family, my prayers are with you. I love you LOTS!
Yvonne Tunstall
November 6, 2009
We want to let you know that you have our greatest sympathy, and our hearts are truly saddened by the loss of Odell.
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are always with you.
The Tunstall Family
Yvonne, Eric, and Spencer
Charmelle Washington
November 6, 2009
I love and will miss you, Big Ma. I will never forget how you put up with Brandi, Nicolle, and me over the summers! I am glad that you are finally have peace.
To my family... I love you all. May God bless each and every one of you with the strength to get through this. I am here!
Pam White
November 6, 2009
To Ann and family,
I was sadden to hear of Big Ma's passing. I loved her as a second mom and I will miss her. She is now in the arms of Jesus. God will give you the comfort and strength you need in this your hour of sorrow. I love you.
Brenda Kenny-Lankford
November 5, 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
James & Iris Kenny
November 5, 2009
Ann and Regina,
Our most sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorrow last for a day but joy comes in the morning. God bless and keep you.
JJ & Iris Kenny
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