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for Natalie Thomas
Eldrena Fennell-Hannah
July 25, 2024
Memories of my Classmate, Natalie Cunningham Thomas are still fresh. Her personality and appearance complimented each other. Natalie had the sweetest and lovable smile. A natural beauty with curly hair. She was among the most scholarly students in our class. I read her book and shared it with my Book Club. Although I realized her strength and courage, the book brought me to tears. However, she relied on the only One that could give her victory, Our Heavenly Father. Natalie is beholding Christ and she has left a legacy of unconditional love. To her precious adult children, I pray you have continued in the path that your mother established for you. Natalie was a good and faithful person.
Eldrena Fennell-Hannah
Classmate of 1975
Jimmie Hudson
January 22, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
cindy mills
January 19, 2007
I know your mother is smiling down upon you all. Please stay in tune with God and let him direct all of your paths.
Darnise (Henry) Spencer
January 19, 2007
When God planted beautiful flowers on this earth, He had Natalie in mind. She was the one of the kindest people I have ever met. We met in first grade at Jewett Primay School in Florence Villa. We were the tallest students in the class so everytime the class left the room in a single file, Natalie and I was always together. Although our lives took different paths, our paths seem to cross at some point in time. During my graduation from college about a thousand miles from Florida, she was there and gave me a memory that I will treasure forever. Once again our paths crossed in Orlando where we both decided to live for a season. She had a kindred spirit within her. She had the Spirit of God and now she is home where our paths will cross yet again. Peace be with her family and May God Bless you with a flower like Natalie.
Norma Wells-Green
July 21, 2006
To the family of Natalie Cunningham Thomas
I am just learning of Natalie's passing. Natalie was a friend of mine at Hampton. I will always remember her as a kind person with a beautiful smile and a good heart. May God continue to bless the Cunningham and Thomas families.
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Seretha Tinsley
February 26, 2006
Continue to look to the hills from whench cometh our help, our help truly comes from the Lord.
Love and prayers,
George and Seretha
February 22, 2006
I've never had the pleasure of knowing Mrs. Natalie Thomas or her family. But after reading an article, I wish I would have had the pleasure of knowing her and being in her presence at least once. Through the article and notice, I have come to know the strength of a woman that many have never met. The Lord does not make mistakes, therefore we should take the strength that she led and taught with and apply it to our life's journey. "No More Than I Can Bear" wasn't a piece of work for herself, but for all. "There are many giant-hearted, selfless servants out there who go above and beyond the normal call of duty." -- Natalie Thomas, No More Than I Can Bear (page 136/"A mother's last wish-Orlando Sentinel). Those who did have the pleasure of knowing her or meeting her, I truly consider Lucky. Blessing are upon All.
Faryce Goode-Macon
February 15, 2006
To the Thomas children,Mr. and Mrs.Cunningham and Thomas family
Children please carry on the strength your mother exemplified. Don't stop the Christmas/New Year pictures I've received since your birth. I too will continue exchanging our family photos with you during the Christmas season. Always remember your mother loved and dreamed of having each of you before you were even conceived. You are her very Best! Mr. and Mrs. Cunningham, what proud parents you must be to have had such a endearing daughter. The following quote by Eleanor Roosevelt best sums up Natalies character "You have to accept whatever comes and the only important thing is that you meet it with courage and with the best that you have to give." May the Thomas family continue loving, protecting and supporting the dreams of the children of Victor and Natalie.May their children be a bright legacy of that union.
So long old friend - see you on the other side- Hampton University Class of 1979
Wallace Jones
February 11, 2006
To our very close friend Vic, Solo and I send our prayers to you and the kids. Stay strong Vic and know that God is in charge. And like Natalie's book, God won't put more on you than you can bare. We are here for you, always know this.
Wallace & Solo
Debra Crawford
February 5, 2006
Victor and Kids,
Some things we just can't explain. However we can be assured that God is still in control. In the midst of sorrow, he will sustain us and help us to bear it. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Danita Smith-Locks
February 4, 2006
To Natalie's family
My thoughts and prayers are with you ... May God keep you and sustain you
Lisa Hammond
February 4, 2006
To Natalies Family, There are no words to truly express my heartfelt sorrow for the passing of Natalie. She was truly a beautiful person with a sweet spirit. As hard as it may be, try to remember the good times U shared, & the fun U had together, because the love & the memories will last forever. She's now our angel, she's free. My prayers are with you all! Hampton Univ Class of '79
Susan Majette
February 3, 2006
Although our hearts are saddened at your loss, our spirits are rejoicing knowing Natalie has fought a 'good fight' and is now at rest, at home with our Lord. My prayers are continually with you, that God will strengthen you with His peace in the days to come.
Susan Majette
Hampton, Class of 1979
Wanda Owens
February 3, 2006
Our prayer is that the Lord keep you and guide you in your time of bereavement. Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. He will see you through.
Dewey Barksdale
February 3, 2006
To the Cunningham/Thomas family: My deepest sympathy to each of you. It was an honor to have known Natalie as we attended Hampton. Children, as you grieve remember that your mom and each of you are in God's hand.
Dewey Barksdale
Hampton, Class of 1979
Dr. Lottie Tucker
February 3, 2006
My family is in prayer for your family. Natalie is now resting in peace.
Nat & Ann Birdsong
February 2, 2006
Our prayer is that The Lord will comfort and keep you now, through your time of great sorrow, and always!
With love and deepest sympathy,
Pamela Owens
February 2, 2006
With deepest sympathy to the Thomas and Cunningham family. Look to the Hills Whence Cometh Your Help. May God keep you during this time.
Latricia Bennett
February 2, 2006
Our prayers are with you. May you find strength and comfot in the Lord.
Harold & Latricia Bennett.
Sidney & Daisy Bell
February 2, 2006
We will pray for the family to continue to have the strength to go forward
Patsy Colston
February 1, 2006
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are extended to the Thomas and
Cunningham families.
Lawrence and Patsy Colston
Crystal Richardson
February 1, 2006
May the Spirit be your ever present comforter. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Maxine Richardson
January 31, 2006
My prayers are with you as you proceed through this very difficult time.
Patricia Ammons-Salary
January 31, 2006
Our prayers are with you.
Agnes Ammons and Patricia Salary
Daniel DeLeon
January 30, 2006
To the Cunningham and Thomas family: Nat was a sensitive,strong and supportive woman that I will always remember. My sympathy extends to the Thomas family.
Josephine Howard
January 29, 2006
To the Yhomas and Cunningham Family
You are in our prayers and thoughts. With deepest sympathy.
Deacon Phillip and Sister Josephine Howard
Joyce Floyd-Henderson
January 29, 2006
My deepest condonlences go out to the Thomas family. Natalie will truly be missed. Enjoyed reading her book. Heaven has indeed received another beautiful angel. (WHHS class 1975)
Rev. & Sis. Howard A. Mathis
January 28, 2006
God seems always to pluck the best flowers from his garden of life. He made no mistake with Natalie. We All loved her but God loves her best. She's now making sweet fragrances for the Most High . We pray that He will consol the souls of the families.
Lucille Hadley
January 28, 2006
Our deepest sympathies to your family,"Weeping may endure for a while, But joy will come again in the morning. Jack and Jill of America Foundation Board of Trustees
Kimberle ,Trinity Robinson
January 27, 2006
Our hearts and prayers are with the Thomas family!
Sonia Harris
January 27, 2006
To Cunningham/Thomas Family-My deepest sympathy in the loss of Natalie. Although I did not get to know Natalie as an adult, I remember her from my childhood visiting in the summer along with my aunt and uncle. May the family find strength during this time and rest assure that God is with all of you. Sonia Harris and Rayford Harris
lLARRY AND LINDA COLSTON
January 26, 2006
CUNNINGHAM AND THOMAS FAMILY YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS,MAY GOD CONTINUE TO KEEP YOU.
SGM Kenneth L. Jones
January 26, 2006
To the Cunningham/Thomas family,
My deepest condolences. I had lost contact with Natalie until early last year. As a class member of 1975, she was a friend in heart and spirit. Bless her kids and remember, she is in a better place.
Joyce Darby -Patrick
January 26, 2006
My prayers are with the Thomas and Cunningham family
Cuwana Lawson
January 26, 2006
To the Cunningham Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, as you grieve the loss of your daughter. Take comfort in knowing she is no longer in pain, but comforted in the bossom of Jesus Christ.
Petrina Perkins Baxter
January 26, 2006
When Natalie was born she cried and the world rejoiced. She lived her life ordering her steps in the words of the Lord and now with her death, the world is crying and she is rejoicing. (WHHS '75)
Andrew Lewis
January 26, 2006
We have your family in our prayers
Carlene Little
January 25, 2006
To the Cummingham and Thomas Family:
You are in our prayers..
Stephanie L. Campbell
January 25, 2006
In dedication to the children of Natalie C. Thomas...........
MOMENTS
Our Lives are measured by the minute which turn hours into years, but remembered by the moments made of laughter, Hugs, and kisses of those whom we cherish and love. Those moments we may leave behind are the most notable, Quoteable happenings and it is the moments that we capture while in our mind, heart, and soul. Today is life's moments and most precious gifts, that's why it is called the present. No more than I can bear......Only "The Dash will Last".
All my Love Stephanie L. Campbell, B.S. Psy.
Dorothy Adams
January 25, 2006
To Natalie Family & Freinds
Whatever comes we must look to God, it takes tremendous faith to wait on God when it seems He's nowwhere near. May God Love Smile on you.
Raynell Wright
January 25, 2006
My prayers are with the family of Natalie. May God continue w/his
blessings for her children, parents and other relatives.
Donzell Floyd
January 25, 2006
Natalie and I conversed via e-mail until her last 5 weeks, when she could no longer write.I will forever cherish the insight she provided, and the depth of her faith in God.Truly she was a sweet and beautiful sister.Heaven has surely received another angel.
Adrienne Darby
January 25, 2006
To the Cunningham and Thomas families:
Our family continues to keep you in our prayers and thoughts. We pray for the Lord's continued Blessings and for his strength to carry each of you.
Joseph & Ann Darby
Adrienne Darby
Rev. Christopher Darby
January 25, 2006
To the Family and friends of Natalie,
Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. Our prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Daisy Chamberlain
January 25, 2006
Cunningham/Thomas Family
My heart goes out to you during this time of great loss. Natalie had such a sweet spirit.
Let the Lord comfort you and release the pain that pierces your heart. Know that "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning" (Psalm 30:5) Allow the Lord to carry you through the darkness. And be encouraged. It will soon be morning. (WHHS `75)
Bernice & Olga Van Beverhoudt
January 25, 2006
May God forever bless and be with Natalie's children and parents. Our hearts are with you during this difficult time. Always remember that your cousins in Miami love you.
Josephine McCloud (Lewis)
January 25, 2006
Our prayers and condolences are with the Thomas and Cunningham family.
Alvilda Graham
January 25, 2006
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU!!
Edythe Hunter
January 25, 2006
THINKING OF YOU WITH SYMPATHY & LOVE!
The Franks family
January 25, 2006
Our thoughts and prayer are with
Natalie's family. Cherish the memories of your love one.
Talmadge Moore, Hampton '49
January 25, 2006
My condolences to the John, Alfreda, and the family. May God bless and keep you.
Terry Mutakabbir, Hampton '77
January 25, 2006
My heart goes out to you in this difficult time. What a blessing Natalie was and will continue to be to all who knew her. May God protect you from worry, sorrow, and grief.
Joyce Brown-Jones
January 25, 2006
More sympathy is with you now than words alone can tell. I will always remember Natalie as the little girl I baby sat while I was in high school. I share your loss.
Victoria Christopher Murray
January 24, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I didn't know Natalie, but as a graduate of Hampton, I just received this email. I wished I'd known her - she was an extraordinary individual and one whose story should have been told. I wish I'd known her so that I could have helped to have her book published, but I'm sure this is the way God wants it. May God bless and keep you.
Earle White
January 24, 2006
My deepest condolences to the family of Natalie. God bless you, you were a wonderful person and a dear friend. Family... stay strong and my prayers are with you.
Earle
Johnny J Mack
January 24, 2006
My heart and prayers go out to the family.
Charlotte Little
January 24, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with the family...may God hold each of you in the palm of His wondrous hands.
Love,
Charlotte Baylor Little
Hampton University Alumni '49
Deltona, Florida 327235
Sabrina Mitchell
January 24, 2006
Cunningham/Thomas Family:
The loss of Natalie is my loss - your grief is my grief and most definitely you and all members of the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
May Christ console and lead each of you through these days and plant your feet upon a mountaintop of praise.
Death is not death - It's life to those who trust in Christ!
Bessie Brokenburr-Henderson
January 24, 2006
My prayers and thoughts are the family.
I'll always remember Natalie as my first baby setting child.
Laura Rose
January 24, 2006
You are in our prayers, may God Bless all of you. The Rose Family
DARYL BLAKE
January 24, 2006
I DIDN'T TALK TO NATALIE MUCH BUT WHEN I DID SHE WOULD ALWAYS SAY SOMETHING THAT LET ME KNOW SHE IS A FRIEND. I WILL MISS THAT VOICE AND WORDS OF WISDOM.NATALIE YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.
KB
Mercerdese Clark
January 24, 2006
It is with deep sorrow to read of Natalies entrance into heaven.She has fought a great fight. May God add extended blessings to her parents, children and other family members.
Sincerely,
Mercerdese R. Clark
Hampton University '48
Judith Rosenstock
January 24, 2006
My sincere sympathy to a wonderful family on the loss of a truly devoted mother.
Jeff Turner
January 24, 2006
Our prayers are with the Thomas family.
Jeff and Rachel Turner
Nancy Williams
January 24, 2006
Dear Krystal and family you are in our prayers. May God continue to be your guide and direction.
take care,
Ashley Williams Family
bessie c. paige
January 24, 2006
deepest condolences to the family.You'll are in our prayers your classmate Bessie C. Paige/Family
Helen Stowell
January 24, 2006
Our prayers are with you!
With much love,
Your friends and former teachers at the Child Enrichment Center
Kenny Kallina
January 24, 2006
My deepest condolences to the Thomas family. Natalie Thomas was one of the most quality people I met while coaching AAU. Best wishes and prayers to Krystal, her brothers, and sisters.
Quinncia Muller
January 24, 2006
I met Natalie (and Victor) while studying at UCF. Nat (as she allowed me to call her) and I became aquaintances and later friends. I have a mug that whe made for me when I pledged Delta that I will now look at differently because of the Spirit of Christ that was in her then, that causes me to continue to let "my light shine..." as she ALWAYS DID!! Be blessed by her legacy and remember her love.
The Garrick Family
January 24, 2006
Our prayers are with the Thomas family. Our Condolences,
Adrian, Anja, Logan and Kaley
Kurt Coleman
January 24, 2006
Condolences from the Coleman family and the AAU community.
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