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Cynthia
October 12, 2022
Still missing your infectious warm smile. Remembering you always! Cynthia Chambers
Natasha Noel-Jenkins
November 12, 2010
A Reason, A Season, or A Lifetime...?
I think the REASON I met you was to fill a void in my life.
Just as the poem reads, “When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed outwardly or inwardly. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, or to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally, or even spiritually. They may seem like a Godsend to you, and they are. They are there for a reason, you need them to be.”
This is so true! In 2003, I lost my own grandmother. I instantly missed her…her smile, her voice, her laugh but most of all her sense of humor. Grandma Jenkins, you were a lot like her. You had a wonderful smile, a distinct voice, a contagious laugh and a great sense of humor. Each time I saw you, you always had a funny story to tell or something funny to say. With your passing, I am left with the same feeling of emptiness I felt in 2003. I am left only with the memories of you to keep me laughing and smiling.
On behalf of myself, Tim, Jaida and Sierra, I would like to say that you are irreplaceable. You were an amazing mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and we miss you dearly. We find comfort in knowing that you are being well taken care of in heaven. We will never forget you and will always be grateful for the times we had with you. Thank you for being a part of our lives…
Lesha Ellison
November 12, 2010
Grandmom,
It has been a year since you left us. Your love still lives on through all of those who you touched. It is not a day that passes that I do not think about about you or long to pick up the phone and hear your voice on the other end, just one more time. But I hear your voice speak to me when I need someone to talk to. I hear your advice ever so clear and heed to your wisdom.
I miss you more than words can ever say, but I know that you are at peace and having the time of your life with God and all of your friends.
We laugh about all the funny things you use to say and do, that keeps us going.
I love you forever and a day!
Lesha Jenkins Ellison
Happy Moments...She was Stunning that day!
Quintet Bryant
November 12, 2010
Hi Grandmom,
Words cannot express the impact that you have had on my life. You were an awesome woman and I only hope that I can be as kind and sweet as you were to me. I think about you ALL the time and always find myself smiling...the tears don’t seem to come as much, not because I don’t miss you or love you, but because I do love you and I love Jesus and I know He is holding you...That brings me so much peace and joy.
I've loved you since I first laid eyes on you and I will forever love you. I miss you everyday but you've left me with so many wonderful memories.
Grandmom, continue to rest in peace and keep watching over me...
Love your BFG...........Quintet Bryant
D. Diane Jenkins
November 9, 2010
If roses grow in heaven,Lord,then pick a bunch for me. Place them in my Mom's
arms and tell her they're from me. Tell her that I love and miss her,
and when she turns to smile, place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her
for a while. Remembering her is easy, I do it ...every day Letting go is the
problem that I work on each and every day.
Loving U and misssing U more.
Your Best Friend,Your Dtr Deborah Diane,
D Diane Jenkins
May 9, 2010
MOM,God wanted US to learn some things,
What joy a gentle touch can bring,
What kindness and compassion do.
What strength there is in gentleness,
What power lies in caress
How one can Love for another, And he gave us YOU. OUR MOM
We miss you so much today,
our first Mothers Day without you.
Real Love never dies, lives forever in our hearts.
As you Rest In Peace,
Jerry, Diane, Helen
Lesha Ellison
May 4, 2010
Grandmom,
As we celebrate your birthday it is bittersweet because you are not here with us. I so wanted to hear your voice on the phone as I said, "Happy Birthday Pretty Girl, and you would say "Thank you, Thank You and quickly remind us how old you were and how glad you were to be alive. It is so hard living without you. I thought each day would get easier, but it is never easy when you loose someone you love so very much. I call to memory now all the things you taught us. All the times we thought you were being mean by not letting us go here and there, but now we know you were only trying to protect us from danger and harm. All the days we spent in church and vacation bible school, has taught us the word of the Lord. Your love for us is and forever will be unconditional. You will never be forgotten, for I talk to you every day. I always find something funny you said or did that makes me smile.
Loving you grandmom!
Lesha, Gary, Daniel, Aunye and Jurnee.
Vanessa Davis
May 3, 2010
Happy birthday & Mother's day MomMom.
I miss you.
Nes
My Beautiful Grandmother 88 yrs young
v Davis
May 3, 2010
Deborah Diane Jenkins
May 1, 2010
I am missing the essence of her smile, the whisper of her voice, the depth of her love, her spirit of understanding, the confidence of her character, and her desire to make everyone and everything better. The link in my heart has been broken. I will always love you, forever my Best Friend,....I am missing my MOM! ''
Happy Birthday and Motheer's Day
Zakkiyyah Blevins
April 30, 2010
Mom-mom
Happy Birthday, and Mother's day. I love you and miss you. Travis X and I spend hours sharing our thoughts about you. He regrets never having the opportunity to hug your neck. I know God knows best, but we still needed you, you were our safety net. Our family will never be the same without you. I will hold on to the memories I have shared with you over the years, the very special feelings of love you shared. I love you and I miss you.
Your granddaughter, Zee
Katie Blevins-Foreman
April 30, 2010
Mother,
Tomorrow is your birthday, and in a few days it will be Mother's Day my first without you. It will not be easy, for everyday I reach for the phone only to remember that you are not here, but resting in the arms of the Lord. I wanted to say Happy Birthday and let you know that I think of you daily, and that I love you very much, and that I hope I showed it while we were together. I know that one day we will be reunited in the kingdom of our Lord, but until then just know that I love you and your love has kept me through these most difficult days.
LaCorey Blevins
January 20, 2010
I was sitting here thinking about you MomMom and I couldn't help but write you this little note. I'm sorry you're not here with us anymore but it was through your passing that it came to me what family is ALL about. LOVE! Love for one another through the ups and the downs. Love for one another even when we don't see eye to eye. Love for one another even when we feel wronged. Although you have left us your love is still here. I've haven't communicated with so many people for soo many years but through our LOVE for you our family has been in touch. You sacrificed so much of yourself for so many of us I want you to know that we thank you. I Love You and I'm glad I had the chance to tell you that. May Peace Be Unto You!
Your Great Grandson
January 16, 2010
It has been four months ago MOM since the Lord felt it was time to call you home. I will never forget the Last Sunday when I held you in my arms and rubbing your back to give you some comfort. Not knowing he was preparing you to come home with him.
I miss you mom so much, I find myself talking to you when I am all alone,just like we would do every day.Losing my Mom who was my best friend has left such a emptiness, a big VOID.My faith in knowing where you are and whose you are, allows me to know I will see you again. I know you have your baby brother with you now. Tell Annie, My Dad and uncle Tommy how much they are also missed and Loved.
I am just living on the words that you spoke into me that last Sunday. My Heart double beats for you.
Miss You Mom.Thanks for always watching over me, Your are the Presence of the Angel God Has sent to always protect me. I can feel your presence.
The light of God surrounds ME.
The love of God enfolds ME.
The power of God protects Me.
The presence of God watches over Me.
Love Your Daughter,
Deborah Diane Jenkins
aunye flowers
December 30, 2009
Dear Grandmom lillie you where the best grandma i the WORLD . Thanks for being there for me when i was in trouble and thank you for just being a good gradma i love you .ANd ILl never forget you
From, AUnye flowers
Tracy Hawkins
November 19, 2009
Grandma,
Words cannot express how much of a great loss we feel now that you have gone home to glory. You were very special to me, and you made me feel special to you as well. We lost a wonderful grandmother; and I also lost my Godmother. There will forever be emptiness in my heart, but it has been replaced with a deep sense of pride, knowing that you are up above watching over and protecting us. God Bless & Keep you, Grandma. We love you and your presence will be greatly missed; however, the value you bestowed upon us will carry on forever. Lovingly submitted, Tracy & Kids.
One of my memories of Aunt May
Lil' Thelma
November 13, 2009
To my extended family...I could not be with you during your time of celebration in the home going of Aunt May, but I am always with you in spirit and prayer. The last time I spoke with Aunt May when she was in Cooper's, she said she wanted to go home. God heard her call and answered her prayer. Do not look at Aunt May's going home as a lose, but a grace and blessing, our God knows who he needs and when he feels the service we were to do here is complete and calls us home to rejoice with him again. I can hear Aunt May saying " It is well, with my soul." Aunt May has left a legacy of memories with us that will carry us through. Live on through memories and the Lord will see us through. Love and miss you all.
Anthony Sellers
November 13, 2009
Grandmom,
I never got a chance to say goodbye. I never got a chance to tell you again that I love you. It has been so long since we last saw each other, but I always felt your presence. You always made me feel loved and I will always miss you. I know you are watching over us all and one day we will be together again. I love you grandmom.
November 13, 2009
Grandma,
I was very blessed to marry into your family and from the very first time meeting you, you have always welcomed me with love and open arms. I loved you so much for that good feeling. I will miss you truly. I will always hold a very special place in my heart for you. I love you.
Love Linda Malik
Aquil Malik
November 13, 2009
Mom Mom thank you for being such a wonderful grandmother and for all the love.you were truly a blessing for all of us.may God Be Pleased with you as we are all....rest in peace. you Will be greatly missed.Love Always your Grandson Aquil And Family
Daisy Hawkins
November 13, 2009
Dear Mother,
I will always love you and I miss you very much. I can't believe you are not here I will miss that beautiful smile and sweet kiss I always got whenever I saw you. Words cannot express how much I will miss you Mother and the emptiness I feel now that you are not here. I will love you always. Rest in Jesus!!!!!
Love
Daisy and family.
Katie Blevins' Kids
November 13, 2009
Mom Mom,
From your grandchildren.. the Blevins kids. We miss you. Words can't express how much we love you and how you have made a positive impact on us. We'll never forget all the dinners at your house and all the holidays we spent together. They will not be the same without you. But we'll keep the tradition alive and will never forget you.
We know you are in a better place, no pain, tears or disappointment. Thank God for that. We love you very much and
we hope to see you again.
Katie Blevins-Foreman
November 13, 2009
Dear Mother,
Words cannot express the emotions that run through me right now. I miss you sooo much it hurts, but I know you're in a better place. Hug Nate and Daddy for me tell them I love them and you all are missed.
Love you
Zakkiyyah Blevins
November 13, 2009
Mom Mom,
Thank you for coming to earth that I could be birth through the legacy of the family you left, I hope the time I spend on earth teaches me to be a blessing to others as you have been a bleesing to me. I love you and you'll truly be missed. Mom and I remember how wonderful were to us everyday!
I Love you,
Zakkiyyah Blevins
(Katie's Kid)
LaCorey Blevins
November 13, 2009
Dear Grandma (MaMom!)
I will always love have you and miss you Dearly. As a child I have nothing but wonderful memories of our time together. I know you were needed in heaven because your time on earth was well served. I know I speak for ALL that you've encounter throughout life you were loved and will be missed.
I Love You,
LaCorey Blevins
Great Grandson
LaMona McCarter
November 13, 2009
Mom,
You ment so much to me and I love you like you were my own mother. You were the greatest mother in law ever, and your love for me will alway be cherished in my heart. I miss you and love you and will take care of your son who is lost without you.
Love you in life and in Christ,
LaMona
Monique McCarter Lee
November 12, 2009
Dear Grandmom,
I will always love you! I loved our long talks where you would fill me in on everyone and how they were doing. I miss your sweet voice and spirit. I miss you dearly...
Love Always,
Monique
Monique McCarter Lee
November 12, 2009
Dear Grandmom,
I always will love you... I loved our long talks, where you would fill me in on everyone and how they were doing. I miss your sweet voice and spirit. You were the best :)
Love, Monique
Jerica McCarter Webber
November 12, 2009
Dear Grandmom,
Here's to you... You brought so much laughter, joy and happiness to this family. You will be missed always! I can't stop thinking about your smile and adorable laugh. While there is sadness on earth thinking about our loss, I know there is true joy in heaven where you now reside. Love you always!
Annetta McCormick
November 12, 2009
To Diane and Family,
I am truly sorry about your lost. I will always have fond memories of your mother. I will always remember her loving spirit and her bread pudding.
May you find comfort in these trying times.
Yolanda Hawkins-Simmons
November 12, 2009
Grandmom,
I am so grateful I was able to see you before you passed. You still had a smile on your face and kind words on your lips and you said some sweet wonderful and encouraging things to Jordyn that she will be able to remember always.
I am speaking for my Mom as well as my immediate family, You will be missed, you are loved and it will be so hard to ride pass 1616 and know you are no longer there but we are grateful for the 89 years the LORD Blessed you with and we know that To Be Absent from the Body is to be Present with the LORD, oh what a wonderful place you are in, where there is no more pain. We Thank the LORD for that. We love you and Miss you and we will never forget all the wonderful years visting grandmoms house as kids. Thank you and Thank you Jesus!!!!
November 8, 2009
To the Family:
Grandma Jenkins was a true gem and loved her family unconditionally. It was a pleasure to have known her as she was always cheerful and smiling and we know she is happy to be finally home.
Be comforted with the knowledge that she will be looking out for all of you from above.
Eleanor and Richard
Quintet Bryant
November 7, 2009
My dearest Grandmom...Words cannot express how much you mean to me! You have been the center of my life since I can remember. I have always loved you and you have always loved me...You have always supported me in all that I did. I choose this path in life because I knew it would make you proud. My favorite song is "Never would have made it" by Marvin Sapp. I love this song because it is a direct reflection of how I feel about you...If it had not been for you, I never would have made it. I am and will be forever grateful for the love that you have shown to me and my brothers. I am the woman I am today because of you. You are my heart and my inspiration. I will always remember, love and respect you. I am saddened by your body not being here but I am loving that your spirit is still with me. Jesus has you and I understand that. Always remember that I always loved you as you always loved me! Please Rest in Peace and I shall see you soon. I can’t wait until I can hug you again! Love Quintet Tenise Bryant, your #1 FAN!
Darlene Dixon
November 6, 2009
Diane, Helen,Gerry, and Family,
With heartfelt sympathy and caring in the loss of your mother, grandmother, . . . friend. To God be the Glory for a life well-lived. Ms. Lillie was a hardworking woman who demonstrated agape love for family, friends, and acquaintances. God blessed her with a long, full life--rich with family which she dedicated to you and her service to the Lord. From my childhood, I can remember that she was a faithful member of NMBC. I also maintain a visual of her walking home from the bus stop usually with bags in both hands and when she passed by my door, she always had a kind word and a smile. Some things we never forget. Throughout my adult years we loss touch until 2006. At that time, she was so excited to tell me about the wonderful surprise 85th Birthday Party and how you blessed her heart.
Be encouraged and strengthened by the love she had for you and her reference for the Lord. During this time of sadness and grief, God is with you. "Blessed are they that mourn; for they shall be comforted." Matt. 5:4. Know that she is at rest with the Lord. As it is written, "We are confident, I say and willing rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord." 2Cor. 5:8.
Vanessa Davis
November 4, 2009
Mom Mom,
I will miss you, you always had an encouraging word for me and in your presence I always felt loved. Your beautiful smile will be greatly missed, but your legacy will remain with us all. Rest now youhave earned it and I know I will see you again. Love you, Vanessa
Jerry McCarter
November 3, 2009
Mom you are so missed, oh how much I love you. I miss you talking about me always shopping at the mall, and our conversations on the phone. I miss your smile, your laugh and your love. I always think of what your grandson Tyler said, don't be sad it's ok, grandmon Lillie is gone to Heaven with God and he is going to make her over. He was so right, and comforting for a 4 year old boy. You are now an Angel in Heaven, cooking sweet potatoe pies. Rest mother, and I will see you again someday.
Love Your Son
Jerry
October 19, 2009
To The Family of Sister Jenkins,
My deepest and most sincere condolences
go out to your family in this time of
bereavement. She will truly be missed by all. She was an inspiration to me.
She was a beautiful lady, a woman of
God. I feel blessed to have known her.
God bless you all.
In Christ,
Barbara Dixon
Eunise Balentine
October 16, 2009
To the Jenkins Family,
For He has said, I will never leave you nor will I forsake you. I will be with you always. Please know that we share your loss and our deepest prayers are with you at this time.
Keep looking up and smiling because God has not forgotten you.
Much Love,
Carrie Matthews
October 16, 2009
To Jerry, Diane and Helen,
I was sorry to hear of your dear mother passing. The many good times in Everett Gardens ran across my mind. I will try to make it by to see you all and of course I will pay my respect to Ms Lillie. I was not sure when the funeral would be and I did not hear anything, so I had already made a committment to be/usher at another funeral. I wish I could be with you at the service. Take care. Love, Carrie Perry and family
Dianna Judge
October 16, 2009
My prayers goes out to the Jenkins Family. Ms. Lillie Mae will be missed, she always had a kind word and a beautiful smile for you. Cherish your memories of her. God Bless you at this time.
Deb Broadwater
October 16, 2009
My heart felt condolences to the family. I've enjoyed laughter and gained much wisdoms over the years during my visits with Ms. Lillie.
Peace, Blessings and much Love
Sharon Forman
October 16, 2009
To the Jenkins Family,
Though the clouds may hang over, there will be a brighter day. In that land they call heaven, God shall wipe all tears away. May God continue to bless and keep you in His loving care.
Deborah DIANE Jenkins
October 16, 2009
My Mom,
Mom you cared for me with LOVE from infant to adult and then became my friend. God blessed me twice. With the most wonderful MOM and again with a cherished FRIEND. I am missing you and will always, as I look back and smile about all the Good Times and how you made me laugh when I was sad, I know I will see you if I live and walk my life in the path that you placed me in.
No more pain no more tears you rest now in your fathers arms. In my heart you will live forever.
Always, forever and a day.
Priscilla Lebednikas
October 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.
Emma Washington
October 15, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Marion Batts Mitchell
October 15, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Cynthia Chambers-McNeil
October 15, 2009
Oh How Time Flies!! and Life come Full Circle. It seems like yesterday when "Ms Lil" and her "other" children would sit in her kitchen and she would tell us stories of days of old. She was great company especially when you needed to get away from your own household! Now as Life would have it...We are sitting with our childrens' friends and sharing our memories of days of old..I will miss you Ms Lil along with the names below ....I know they sincerely share my sentiment.... Our Hearts go out to your loved ones today, tomorrow and always....In Profound Sadness, Cynthia, Darlene, Rita, Paulette, Jackie and Carmen
October 15, 2009
TO THE FAMILY,
MY LOVE FOR YOUR MOTHER IS BEYOND MEASURE. I WILL TRULY MISS HER. SHE WAS SO MUCH A PART OF MY LIFE. MY TEARS OF SADNESS IS BECAUSE I WILL MISS HER. MY TEARS OF JOY ARE BECAUSE I KNOW SHE IS HOME WITH THE LORD.
GOD BLESS
YINDRA (PUMPKIN)
Lesha Ellison
October 15, 2009
Grandmom,
We love and miss you so much. But we know that you are safe in the arms of Jesus. You equipped us with everything we need , to survive.
Your love for people and the Lord will live on through us. For all of the lessons and tough love, we thank you. We thank the Lord for allowing you to be here with us for as long as you were. He was missing his angel and said it was time. I know, as the gates of Heaven swung open, He said welcome, my good and faithful servant. As he opened his arms, you begin to grin, and was so delighted to finally see his face. What a wonderful time I know that was. Like you use to always sing around the house " When all of God's children get to Heaven, what a time, what a time, what a time" We miss you, but know there is no better place than with Jesus. I know you are in the heavenly choir and you all are singing "I cried my last tear yesterday" (smile) Rest in the masters arms Grandmom (mom). Love Lesha.
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