Search by Name

Search by Name

Geneva Ogden Obituary

Geneva Bennett Ogden, 78, of Roanoke, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2009. Funeral service Saturday, September 26, 2009, 2 p.m., Sweet Union Baptist Church. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Roanoke Times on Sep. 25, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Geneva Ogden

Not sure what to say?





RAYMOND BULLOCK

October 1, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

JEWELL DODD

October 1, 2009

AUNTIE WILLIE AND FAMILY,
SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS.GEN. WAS ONE OF THE SWEET COUSIN I HAD. I'M JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY MY PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON.

LOVE
JEWELL , ANGELLO, TONY, AUTUN, OLIVER
THE LUMPKIN'S

JEWELL DODD/LUMPKIN

October 1, 2009

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

TONY LUMPKIN

October 1, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

joy bonds

September 29, 2009

rodney we are sorry for your lost we are praying for you and your family

September 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Leigh Hill Perdue

September 25, 2009

To Rodney and the Bennett Family. I regret to hear of your mom's passing. I remember her as being a sweet and loving person and she helped me a lot. It was a pleasure knowing her. May God be with the family in this trying time.
With love Louella Clement

Sandra Hazzard-Johnson

September 25, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Linda Hazzard-Chavers

September 25, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Janie Ollie

September 25, 2009

My prayers are with you. Your mom was a wonderful person. She was a great nurse.

Lavetta Enoch Barlow

September 25, 2009

Praying that your memories and the love of family, friends and God sustain you.
James & Lavetta Barlow

Crissy Brown Nash

September 25, 2009

The the Bennett Family,

Your Mom was always such a sweet person, find peace in the wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Ruth/Michael Bowens

September 25, 2009

Pam, Sharon & Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss, prays go out to you and your family. God bless.

Katie Smith

September 24, 2009

To the family of Geneva Odgen.

From: Katie J. Smith

Gardner and I regret that we can't be with you at this time. We are out of time, but continue to pray for you during your loss. We loved Geneva and we love Mrs. Hines and want the family to keep their hands in His hand. God knows your needs and will be with you.

September 24, 2009

To The Family:
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mother. She will be missed, but know that she now rests peacefully with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Gloria and Theodore Jackson

Kelly & Naymon Mack

September 24, 2009

Tidra, Pam, Terry & family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Geneva was a lovely person whom I had the pleasure of knowing. I will truly miss talking and visiting with her. May God bless and comfort each of you during this time and please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

Charlotte Nichols Davis and Family

September 24, 2009

To My Family,
God will not put anymore on us than we can bare. Remember she fought a long hard battle but she has finished the course and is now Safe in The Arms of the one she adored her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. No more pain...no more needles...and no more suffering.

September 24, 2009

Sharon and Pam I am So sorry for your lost......Your mother was very special person....She was always willing to help you and talk to you about anything.....She made you feel at home...I will miss her......You know she is in heaven singing with the angels.......Adahna Harris (Old C&P) office with Sharon).....

Ajanet Hampton

September 23, 2009

Tidra, Dionne & the rest of your family, my heart goes out to you during this very sad time. Although Granny was your grandmother, I felt like she was a second grandmother to me & she will truly be missed. I will pray for strength for you at this time & hopefully you all will keep your heads up and remember all the good & wonderful memories of her. I know she is in a better place and is no longer suffering. We love you Mrs. Bennett!!

September 23, 2009

The Williams family wishes to express our sympathy to your family during this time. Geneva was a wonderful, loving person and we've known her through her relationship at Sweet Union Baptist Church and through her children.
God Bless you as you continue to walk in faith in the days to come.
Donna, Ron, Dereck and Donzell Williams
Salem, Va.

Chris & Kindra Nichols-Jennings & Family

September 22, 2009

To our family, this is a very sad occasion..we all know that Granny is in a better place no more pain no more suffering no more hurting..she truely will be missed..We love you Granny!!!

Kristie Johnson

September 21, 2009

Dionne,My prayers go out to you and your family.TRUST GOD. 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.

Marilyn Watson

September 21, 2009

May your memories live for always in your hearts. May God grant strength for the days ahead and comfort for your sorrowful hearts. My deepest condolencees.

Arleen Ollie

September 21, 2009

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

Darren & Tracie Parker

September 21, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Showing 1 - 26 of 26 results

Make a Donation
in Geneva Ogden's name

Memorial Events
for Geneva Ogden

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Geneva's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Geneva Ogden's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more