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Kim Chitwood
September 25, 2008
It is with a joyful and broken heart I am writing this. I know you are in the most beautiful place and with Our Lord and Savior. Your pain and suffering here on earth is over for which I am most thankful. However, I miss you like crazy. God’s plan is always perfect. He knew we needed to take care of you to truly show us your place with him was so much better. He also showed us what a loving church family is all about. Our church family was our support. Praying for our family, volunteering to sit with you, providing food, cards, and phone calls were just some of the things we will never forget. Everyone selflessly gave of their time.
It was a joy to be able to care for you at home. Sunday morning with all of us around you quietly left. I remember commenting on how deafly silent it was in the room. The hum of the oxygen machine and your labored breath had been the sound I was use to hearing and then it was gone.
God is truly amazing! Not only did you get to go to heaven on a Sunday, your favorite day of the week, but you also retired to an amazing place. We had planned a surprise retirement party for you on the twenty-first but did not mail the invitations because you were feeling well. Our party was nothing compared to the one you had in heaven.
Michael and I were so lucky to have you as our mother. Our role model gave selflessly to everyone. If there was a need you filled it. “Anna-Clause” as Kevin says. You were a friend to anyone in need. I lost count of how many people told me you were so special to them because you were their first friend at church. I am going to miss being able to talk to you and spend time with you, but I know we will be reunited one day. “Friend are Friends Forever”! I LOVE YOU!
Cathy Warner
September 24, 2008
Ann's Family,
I just wanted to recount to you my visit with Ann when I was in Roanoke for Grandpa's funeral.....the night before I went to see her in the hospital, we talked on the phone for almost 45 minutes. She told me things about my mom that I never knew and evidenced a friendship that truly stood the test of time. She was so serene and so honest and wise that night when we talked that I've thought about it many times since. I will remember her courage and her love and wish you all the strength and support you'll need on your journey ahead. I am comforted to know that she is at peace and am confident that her love lives on.
Linda Saunders Pope
September 24, 2008
Dear Mitchem and Pittman Families,
My deepest sympathy is with you. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. God will comfort you and ease your pain. Even though I have only seen Ann a few times since Laverne passed away, I still think of the fun we used to have. My fondest childhood days are of Grandma Saunders house. Playing dolls with the wooden stroller and crochet with my cousins. Walking to the country store with Ann for candy. I know you will sadly miss her, I will keep you in my prayers.
Debbie LaPrade
September 23, 2008
Dear Barry, Kim, Michael, and Family,
We were sadden to read Ann had died, but that was selfishly thinking of ourselves. She is rejoicing in her heavenly home with family and friends who have gone before her. My first reaction when I saw the obituary Monday night was, "I must call Grandpa." But he had already welcomed her into heaven with a big hug and kiss. He was truly his second daughter. Your struggle without her has just begun, but remember what she said. She was ready and looking forward moving to her new home in heaven. What a glorious reunion they must be having. She is in a much better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Much love,
The LaPrade Family
Jennifer Callaghan
September 23, 2008
Ann's Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Ann was a wonderful person and I know how dearly she will be missed. God Bless you all.
Erin Burrows
September 23, 2008
Mitchem Family-
Our family would like to convey our deepest condolences for you in this time of loss. Ann was always such a bright and beautiful face every Sunday that we saw her at Penn Forest.
Know that God will be with you during this time. Thinking of you and your family often.
The Burrows Family-
John, Erin, Grace, Emma, Sarah and Luke-
Kristal and Bob O'Bryan
September 22, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
C Fairchild
September 22, 2008
Barry, Kim and Family and Mike and Family-
Please accept our sincerest condolences. Ann was a such a special person to all of us and I know she will be missed.
Do not hesitate to let us know if there is anything that can be done. Know that each one of you are in our prayers.
Much love-
The Fairchild Family- Lud, Cori, Noah and Luke
Stella McClellan
September 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Todd, Sara, Adam & Ryan Warren
September 22, 2008
To Ann's family,
We are so sorry for your loss and unfortunately really understand your feelings of grief as well as the joy of her heavenly healing all in one, as I, Sara, lost my mother back in June of this year. There are just no words than that of the Lord's, take refuge there. What a wonderful tribute the obituary was to your mother's Kingdom work here on earth. Stay close to Him, He is the only way to get through this time! We will be praying for comfort and peace for your family!
In His Name,
Karla Setchel
September 22, 2008
Every time I saw Ann, she had a warm smile on her face. And now that she is rejoicing in heaven, may God comfort her loved ones who will miss her greatly with the compassion that passes all understanding.
Michael Saunders
September 22, 2008
It is with much sadness that Ann has passed from this life but I know that God has welcomed her with open arms and Jesus was there to walk with her through the valley of the shadow of death. Yesterday, was truly graduation day for her.
It has been a while since I visited with her but used to enjoy the many times with her and Laverne and to be able to talk about our wonderful Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort to comfort you during the difficult time.
My prayers are with you all as you each have suffered a tremendous loss.
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