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Gene Meekins
April 12, 2009
My dear Mother-in-law Irene. You were kind,loving,generous,fun,as well as a good cook. You gave me the love of my life,your beautiful, beloved daughter Anita, for which I will be eternally grateful.After Wendell went to heaven, Anita brought you to live in our home, You ate at our table, you two shopped, laughed and loved. We went to church and prayed together. Life was good again.Your health began to fail, then Anita was stricken with cancer.Our lives changed, never to be the same. Anita and I had to move to NY to be in the cancer hospital, and you had to move into a nursing home.We were all devastated. But God had a plan. While back in the NY hospital,she got a call, saying you were failing.She appealled to her Dr. to let her come back early, for she could not let you be alone. After much discussion they agreed, and we came home. She was able to be with you that weekend. Tuesday, Lisa flew in and I took her and Anita to be with you.The three of you held hands, prayed, cried,exchanged "I love you's ".It was beautiful. Later that evening, Adam and Lisa found you sleeping peacefully. About midnite God sent his Special Angels to carry you to his waiting arms. No more pain and suffering, only His eternal love .I will always have fond memories of our lives together. Your son-in-law Gene
Anita Meekins
April 9, 2009
Mom, You were a kind, caring, loving mother, with a heart of gold.A sweet angel, for anyone to know you was to love you. Though you no longer hold us when we cry,laugh with us when we are happy, we will ever feel your presence in our hearts and souls. The many things you taught us, molded us into the people we have become. Goodbye my sweet Angel, Your loving daughter, Nita ,
T.A. Arikol
March 28, 2009
She was a loving, caring and generous Mother and grandmother. The loss of Irene is a great one to all her family. She will be missed.
Tony Arikol
March 22, 2009
Grandma,
I miss you very much -I remember visiting and living in both Alexandria and Virginia Beach and knowing even as a child what a special caring and full of life person you were-definately much more fun than a typical Grandma-you always managed to make make me feel special regardless of the circumstances-I am glad you are no longer suffering , I know how much it hurt you (here in recent years) not to be able to run at your usual fast pace-I know you are at peace now but it is not easing my sorrow
-I miss you.
Sherry (Justice) Eastwood
March 21, 2009
Dear family,
I'm so saddened by your loss. Irene's support meant a great deal to me when Brian adopted Michael. I really needed to know that I was doing the right thing for him. May God give you comfort and the rememberance of happy times to console you through this most difficult time. Love to you all.
Edna Justice
March 19, 2009
Mom, you will always be in our heart. You will always be missed by us. May you rest in peace.
Alison Arikol
March 16, 2009
Great Grandma,
You were such a blessing in everyone's life. Your memory will live in all of us forever. You were so generous, caring, and strong. We love you very much, and your paintings still hang on our walls. Rest in peace. I love you!
Lauren Arikol
March 15, 2009
Great Grandma,
Your vigor and good spirits, even when times were trying, always impressed me. You've reminded me to keep hope especially when I'm troubled. Thank you, Grandma, and happy trails!
I love you.
Amanda Arikol
March 15, 2009
Great Grandma,
I want to thank you for always inspiring me to be creative. I will always remember your love of art, your paintings that hung in my room, and that first art set you gave me. I know that you are with me in all my creative endeavors. I love you, and I miss you very much. Thank you for everything.
Love, Amanda
Terry Arikol
March 15, 2009
Grandma, I have always admired you as a beautiful and strong woman. I regret that we didn't get to spend much time together but I'll always remember the family reunions in Va. Beach and visiting your condo/"art studio." I am grateful that our family could visit you last summer. I know that you are now well and happy again, happier than ever. We all love you dearly and will miss you so much.
Lisa Fennell
March 12, 2009
I only met Irene once in 2005 on a visit with Michael. In that one visit, we chatted about so many things. That we share the same birthday, that she worked in Woolworths as a young girl, like myself. Irene showed me all the pictures of her family growing up and told me some funny tales about Michael as a child. The one thing that stood out above all else, was her love for her family. She was so proud of their achievements. From that one meeting, I knew that Irene was a warm and loving person. She will be greatly missed by her family and I wish I could have got to know her better. Irene, rest in peace.
Christopher Tillotson
March 11, 2009
We miss you very much Great Grandma. You have showered many, many people with your love for many, many years, and as your great-grandson I am so grateful for that. With love, may you rest in peace, Christopher
Anne Arikol
March 11, 2009
In memory of my Mother: Very few people have to endure the hardships she had in her life. Through it all she did not complain. Her main love in life was her children and grandchildren. Her greatest joy was to be able to help them . She never had the means to do all she wanted but whatever she had she gave even if it meant she did without herself. She always saw the best in us all and was proud of our accomplishments.
I regret that the last years of her life were so unhappy for her. We should remember her when her health was good and she was happy. We were all blessed to have her in our lives.
Russell & Stella Smith
March 11, 2009
We had the pleasure of meeting Irene, our son-in-law Adam's grandmother only once, and we left with such a nice impression of her. It was obvious that she was such a sweet, caring, woman.
During this time of saddness and loss, we know the family will cherish even more, the special memories they have of this wonderful lady!
Michael Eastwood
March 10, 2009
Grandmother Irene, although we've been miles away for sometime, you have always been close to my heart-and always will be. Love you and miss you. Your Loving Grandson
Cybill Justice
March 9, 2009
Irene was one of the most caring people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. She always put others first and would do just about anything to help anyone out. I remember when I first met Irene and how nicely she treated me, always making me feel welcome. We shared an interest in reading and she was always on the lookout for books she thought I would enjoy. Irene will be missed by many including my family and I. I take comfort in knowing that she is in a better place and that someday we will all be reunited. Our prayers are with the entire family.
Cybill Justice
Ron, Edith, and Rachel Thomson
March 9, 2009
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together.
From Edna's sister and her family.
Jaime Castro
March 8, 2009
Grandma Irene,
I will miss you and always think of you as the strongest woman that all should look up to. I am happy that you are finally home.
Travis Tillotson
March 8, 2009
Dear Great Grandma,
I love you and already miss you so much. Thanks for just being you.
love,
Travis
Lisa Castro
March 8, 2009
I love you Grandma and you will always be with me.
Love,
Zach Castro
Lisa Castro
March 8, 2009
Grandma,
I am going to miss you so much. You have been such a big part of my life. You have always been such an inspiration to me. You were always such a strong person. Thank you so much for blessing my life. I am glad we have so many memories that i can keep in my heart forever. I love you.
your granddaughter,
Lisa
Suzan Tillotson
March 8, 2009
Dear Grandma,
I will miss you very much -especially our long talks where we solved the worlds problems. Your overcame more hardship in your life than most people do in a lifetime. I am very proud to be your granddaughter.
I love you,
Suzan
Chuck Hayes
March 7, 2009
My sympathy goes out to the family of Mrs. Malbon, who must have had a great life. An old dive buddy from Key Largo of her son Steve.
Stephen Jr. Justice
March 7, 2009
Dear Grandma...
... I will miss you very, very, very, much. Just remember, I love you...
... your grandson,
Stephen M Justice,
Stephanie Justice
March 7, 2009
I love you Grandma...I always will.
Michael Justice
March 7, 2009
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Stephen Justice
March 7, 2009
Good-bye sweet mother and my very dear friend. I will miss being with you and our conversations we had tremendously but, will be comforted that you are no longer suffering. Now you can enjoy your dignity, independence and freedom.
I Love You Dearly, Your Son, Stephen
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