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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Pat Brigman
October 15, 2010
Dorothy,
We will miss you Sooooo much. I can't help thinking about the great memories we shared as kids and why our singing careers weren't discovered on the well at Nannie's. Also when we were teenagers hanging out and riding around goofing off. Thinking of these times we spent together puts a smile on my face. I am so glad I have these memories with you.
As you told Debbie and I in the hospital how God had blessed you with a wonderful husband like Jerry and 4 beautiful children Jody, Angie, Jared and Tiffany. I know how much you loved them all and they loved you. They were also blessed by God to have had such a caring wife and mother like you.
I know their hearts are broken and they miss you dearly, hopefully they can think about the good times and the fun times you all shared. The holidays will be hard for them, but I am sure that you and God will be watching over them . The sorrow is heavy in their hearts of missing and losing you. They will never forget that day, but hopefully in time the pain will be easier for them to deal with. We wish that we could make things easier for them.
I know that we will all see you again in heaven as God calls us one by one home. We love you and miss you.
Love you alway!
Pat
Pat Brigman
October 15, 2010
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 1998-2010
Pat Martin
October 14, 2010
To Dorothy's Family: So sorry for your loss. I knew Dorothy from working with her thru the years at DSCR. We never worked together, but I would see her around the base. She was well liked and a very nice person. I know you will miss her greatly. May God give you comfort as you deal with your loss.
October 8, 2010
What a wonderful family full of love and kindness. Jerry, you have been such a blessing to us all and my sister loved you so much. Thanks for being the "anchor" during this "storm" as God does have a plan for all of us and Dorothy has moved on to bigger and better things. William, Angela, Jared, Tiffany, your Mother was such a Blessing to us all and I will always carry her with me in my heart as I hope you do as well. We have been made better by sharing our lives with her. To all those who aided us through this ordeal both family and friends, thank you so very much! Dorothy Laverne, I cannot thank you enough for taking such great care of me throughout my life and I will always love you! See you in Heaven Beautiful Sister, See You In HEAVEN!
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Jaime Kimbel
October 7, 2010
October 07, 2010
To all of her children and Jerry, my thoughts and prayers are with you. This was such a sudden onset and, by the time we heard anything, she had had surgery and then she was gone. I'm so glad mom and I got to see her in the hospital after her surgery. She was in some pain, but found comfort in her "happy button". And she made us laugh by calling her nurses mean for wanting to take her catheter out. She had such a wonderful sense of humor and such a beautiful smile. She was there at many large events in my life and will miss her greatly. I wish she could be around to see the birth of our daughter. If any of you need anything, please don't hesitate to contact any of us.
Jaime Kimbel
October 7, 2010
To all of her children and Jerry, my thoughts and prayers are with you. This was such a sudden onset and, by the time we heard anything, she had had surgery and then she was gone. I'm so glad mom and I got to see her in the hospital after her surgery. She was in some pain, but found comfort in her "happy button". And she made us laugh by calling her nurses mean for wanting to take her catheter out. She had such a wonderful sense of humor and such a beautiful smile. She was there at many large events in my life and will miss her greatly. I wish she could be around to see the birth of my daughter. If any of you need anything, please don't hesitate to contact any of us.
With Love and Sympathy,
Jaime and Curtis Kimbel
October 6, 2010
Angela,
I am so sorry for your loss.You and your family are in my prayers during your time of grief.
Jeanette Woodfin
john matthews
October 5, 2010
We will miss her, and we share your loss..
Wayne Ward
October 5, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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