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for Karen Collins
Cody Collins
October 30, 2009
Mom, I love you. Thank you for you. You are part of me, and thus, Chris and Cody, too. You're compassion for others is instilled for the next couple generations, at least. What I have to say to you will be said in my prayers and my thoughts. thank you for you, mom. Heaven got lucky. All My Love, Cody
Kelly Collins
October 14, 2009
It is sad to think that Karen is not there any more to discuss the children and grandchildren. She did love them all. She gave love freely and did not deny any. Peace be with you.
Kelly
Wil. Spriggs
October 10, 2009
Heather,
Though we only spoke briefly on the phone a few nights ago, I feel as if I've known you for some extended period of time.
I told You that I had met Karen after coming to Virginia to care for my mother. Well, they are now together in a much better place. I will always remember your mother as being kind and thoughtful towards mine. Please feel free to call and converse if, and when, the need should arise. May God bless you with peace and comfort through and during these difficult times. Compassionately yours, Wil. 757-575-0478.
October 6, 2009
My sister. I will always love her and think of the times we shared.
We laughed at most things and got each other through all of the hard times.
I do know this...she wanted nothing more than to be with our parents and her youngest daughter Shannon. She is with them now in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior.
She is experiencing a love, joy and peace that we on earth can't even imagine.
I am going to miss her more than words can say BUT I will see her again when the Lord calls me home.
October 5, 2009
To the family
God bless each and every one of you.
Karen will always have a special place in our hearts.Remember one day at a time and keep God first.We loved her but God needed her more.
Her friends from Williamsburg
Laurie Duncan
October 2, 2009
Karen was a special kind of lady, she was always giving something of herself & her home. She was a second mom to me & I am truly Broken hearted over this loss for myself, Heather & her Grandchildren, who will now never get those wonderful hugs & hear that lovely laughter. She was unique!
Heather
October 2, 2009
I love you dearly Momma and cannot find the words to express what I am feeling......I know you are at peace and that is what matters most.
October 2, 2009
Our sincere condolences to Karen's family. We know she will be sadly missed, but will not suffer anymore. Jim often spoke of all the wonderful times with Virginia, Hix, and family. May Karen rest in peace.
Jim and Jeanne Cox
October 2, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with Karen's family. Karen will be missed not only by her close family there in Virginia but those of her extended family throughout the country. Love, Amberson and Jean
October 2, 2009
Karen was always a delight and quite the character as I remember all of the times visiting in Norfolk. She was always laughing and full of life... Our condolences to all of the family...Deborah (Debbie Cox) and Michael Forgy
October 2, 2009
I offer up this simple prayer to Karen whom we will see again and also our thoughts and prayers for Kimberly, Heather and Beth.
Lord our God, the death of Karen recalls our human condition and the brevity of our lives on earth. But for those who believe in Your love, death is not the end, nor does it destroy the bonds that You forge in our lives. We share the faith of Your Son's disciples and the hope of the children of God. Bring the light of Christ's resurrection to this time of testing and pain as we pray for Karen and for those who love her, through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Love, Tim & Joyce
October 1, 2009
Karen was a very special cousin, and she will always be remembered in our hearts. Regardless of what was happening in her life, she was always able to laugh and find the humor in any given situation, no matter how hopeless it might seem. Karen will be missed by many, but we know she is where she wants to be, and that is not a bad thing. Please know that the family is in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Nancy& Steve
October 1, 2009
We loved her so much. Our deepest sympathy to her children. Ralph & Helen
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