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Gloria Grandy Obituary

Gloria Marie Grandy NORFOLK - Gloria Marie Grandy, 64, of the 3200 block of Dunkirk Ave., went to rest July 10, 2009. She was predeceased by her mother, Elnora Green. She was a former member of Garretts Community Baptist Church. Her memories will forever be cherished by her daughters, Delcina Wilkerson, Donna Perry, Evette Grandy, Maggie Turner, and Kimberly Grandy; son, Roman Grandy; brother, William Grandy; friend-sister, Hannah Jones; godchildren; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sons-in- law, Henry Perry, Willie Scott and Antonio Turner; and a host of other relatives and friends. Service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at Gethsemane Community Fellowship Baptist Church. In lieu of a wake, there will be a celebration of life Wednesday at 3221 Dunkirk Ave., Norfolk, at 6 p.m. Graves Funeral Home is handling services. www.gravesfuneralhomeinc.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jul. 14, 2009.

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VERNICE SPAIN

August 12, 2009

I'M VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOST AND WORDS CAN'T EXPRESS HOW IT FEELS DEEP IN MY HEART I KNOW WHAT YOU'RE GOING THROUGH I SAW KIM AT BUS STOP AND SHE SHOWED A PICTURE THAT REALLY BLEW ME AWAY! AND I WAS USE TO ALWAYS SEEING HER ON THE BUS AND SHE USE TO ASK ME ABOUT MY MOM AND I SAID TO SHE 'S OK AND SHE LOOK ME AND SAY OK VERNICE I'M GOING TO TELL KIM AND THEM I SEEN YOU I SAY OK MS GLORIA YOU TAKE CARE AND ALWAYS KNOW GOD IS ABLE HE IS A COMFORTER WHEN YOU NEED HIM I'VE LEARNED THAT WHEN I LOST MY MOM IN JULY 2006 I CAN SAY TO IT'S GOING TO TAKE SOME TIME SHE'S IN BETTER PLACE MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU,COMFORT YOU,AND STRENGTHEN YOU,AND MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS.

vernice spain

August 12, 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

July 17, 2009

Maggie & Family, I am so very sorry to hear about your mother. Every time I saw her, she was always smiling (like you). Reminded me a lot of my own mom. I know you have very good memories that will last you a lifetime and I pray that as time goes on, those memories along with your faith will sustain you and make you smile.

Pat, Eboni & Erica

Mrs. Bullock, NDSS

July 16, 2009

To The Grandy Family:

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

July 16, 2009

Dear Maggie,
Lawren and I are in prayer for you and your family. Ms. Gloria was such a sweet person. I pray God will give you strength in the days to come.

Vanessa & Lawren Collins

Joy McDonald

July 16, 2009

Dear Maggie and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with your family and you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing others share in your loss.

In prayers, love, and deepest sympathy,

Darryl, Janet & Jasmine

July 15, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

alberta adams

July 15, 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.

teresa snowden

July 14, 2009

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

annette bell & family

July 14, 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

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