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for Cory Craighead
Patsy(Active Mobility)
October 26, 2009
Steve, so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. God Bless you all.
Tim Jr.& Jennifer Fisher
October 21, 2009
Hope,Steve, and family
We are so deeply sorry for the loss of your beloved son, Cory. Tim and myself have you all in our thoughts and prayers, we pray that God and all his angels surround you all and give you comfort, strength, love, and peace. We love you and we are here if you need us, anything we can do for you please just call us. Our home number is 540-639-1267. God Bless and be with you all.
Tammy Craighead
October 21, 2009
To Cory's family,
When I read of your loss I was very saddened. The Bible says children are a gift from God. Having two children of my own I can attest to this and the thought of losing one of them is unbearable to think of. Why would a loving God take away a precious gift he has given to us? The truth is, I have learned from really studying the Bible that God is not the cause of anyone's suffering and death. We've inherited sin and imperfection and thus death through our first parent, Adam. However, God does promise to undue what Adam caused. This is why he sent his son, Jesus, to die and buy us back from what Adam sold us into. And just as Jesus resurrected his friend Lazarus, he promises that in the future, he will bring back to life all those we have lost and we will see them again. I hope your find this truth as comforting as I have.
crystal martin
October 21, 2009
I watched cory grow as he came to fishburn and then leave for madison. He touched so many lives I fell in love with his precious smile the beep of his chair when going through the classroom. He is with God and the angels in heaven. He was a real trooper and I love him for the sweet angel he was. May God bless his family and continue to comfort their hearts.
Love Ms. crystal fishburn park
October 20, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Cory. I saw him often in school and knew he was extremely nice.
~a Fishburn Park graduate
Stephanie Alderson
October 20, 2009
Steven & Angela,
Pastor Sam informed me of Cory's passing on Sunday. I am so sorry for your loss. I did not get to know Cory or your family for very long but I know he is in Heaven walking on streets of gold. My thoughts & prayers are with you. Love in Christ, Stephanie Alderson, Jr. Children's Pastor, Celebration Church of God.
October 20, 2009
Junior and Sandra, I was so grieved to read of the passing of your grandson. It is so hard to lose a child. I feel that I can see a resemblance to Uncle Everett in him. Your cousin, "Jack"
Yvonne, Jake Soan/Brannon
October 20, 2009
My son met Cory on the first day of school and thought very highly of him. We are sorry for your loss and will be thinking of you.
Jason and Suzy Cook
October 20, 2009
We are so sorry for the loss of Cory. Our hearts go out to you. Please know we are thinking of you.
Susan Easley
October 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Cherish the memories of your beautiful child. He is your angel watching over you.
God bless you both,
Jessica Eastridge
October 20, 2009
I did'nt know Cory or you. But, I read of his passing in the news paper and I too am a University of Tennessee fan. I am so sorry for your loss and will pray for your family.
Leisia & Melvin
October 20, 2009
Sandra, Everrett, Tim, Timothy & Matthew,
Our hearts grieve with you during this time of incredible loss. We will pray for you & Steven & Hope as you go through this valley> God knew it was time for Cory to come home. Now he can run & play & be free of that wheel chair! No more pain, no more suffering, no more doctors appointments!!! God has welcomed him & told him the wonderful words we all long to hear...."Well done my good & faithful servant, COME ON IN Great is your reward!!!!"
Much Love,
Bethany Wendell
October 20, 2009
May you hold your memories close to your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, God bless you.
Carolyn Cox
October 19, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Cory's passing. His smile and humor were missed this year at school during Music class. I am praying for you and your family as we mourn the loss of an amazing boy.
David Amos
October 19, 2009
Cory was an exceptional young man. He was enthusiastic and humorous and always had a smile on his face. Now he is smiling with the angels in heaven. God Bless Cory and his family. He will be deeply missed.
In deepest sympathy.
carlie compter
October 19, 2009
Cory you will be deeply missed by all your friends and teachers at Fishburn. I know you are dancing in heaven just like you did in my class. Thank you for teaching me so many life lessons and keeping me laughing on the toughest days. I love you buddy!
Nicole Ervin
October 19, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Cory, he was the sweetest child I have ever known. He will be missed greatly. I am praying for you and your family that God will see you through in your time of loss.
Keith Crowder
October 19, 2009
Steve and Hope,
Just wanted to say I am so sorry for your loss. Corey was a great inspiration to life. I am praying for the both of you in your time of loss
Monica and Troy Cole
October 19, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. Cory was a light in the lives of everyone who had the honor of meeting him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Don / Sharon Shires
October 19, 2009
Steve & Hope~
I am so sorry to hear about Cory. He was such a sweet boy and brought lots of happiness to those he was around. You're both in my thoughts and prayers.
Michele Manning
October 19, 2009
Cory was a wonderful little boy with a beautiful smile, a true blessing from God. I know you will cherish every memory you had with him. I would love to be able to see him now running those streets of gold, playing and laughing like he never has before. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you.
Amy Mullins
October 19, 2009
What a loss for everyone who knew Cory. His sweetness and humor will never be forgotten. I will continue to pray for family and friends as we mourn the loss of such a wonderful little trooper.
Jordan Childers
October 19, 2009
We are so sorry about Cory. We are praying for you.
jordan toney
October 19, 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.
monte lisa jordan mildred
October 19, 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
Monica Allen
October 19, 2009
Cory was a fantastic kid. I will cherish every moment I spent with him. He will be missed. Much love to your family.
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