Ella Bess Reeder

With most precious memories of you, Dear Ebie: first, your loyal and loving friendship for my mother that supported her so very strongly throughout her life; next your loving kindness to me from the time I was 3 months old and your deep friendship throughout my life; last but not least, the love you showed Howard, in embracing him into our "family" relationship as if he had always been with us. The countless beautiful memories of you live in our hearts forever.

Dear Aunt E.B. - I treasure the visits you've paid to Dad and all of us over the past several years. I have a picture of you, Uncle G.D. and Dad that was taken the last time you visited in Sumter, that I dearly love, sitting in a frame at the house. I wish I had it here at work to include with this letter to you. It's been a privilege to become re-acquainted with you in my adult years, and I treasure your memory. I haven't forgotten how much I looked forward to visiting you, Grandma, Auntle,...

My dear Aunt E.B. You have always been so special to me and always set an example that I will try very hard to follow. I know that you are walking streets of gold now with our Lord, Jesus in Heaven. Thank you for your sweet, sweet spirit. You have made more of an impact in my life than anyone this side of Heaven will ever know. Love in Christ,

We know the angels are rejoicing
and we pray for you both in the coming days. God bless you as you
have blessed our lives.
In Christian love, Johnny and Oleta

Some people go through life and never make a difference. Those of us who have been touched by you will never be listed among them. We can not but make a difference because you have made such a difference in us. Thank you for leaving a little part of you in each of us. Rest well our valiant warrior and we will meet again soon.