COTMAN, Lorene E. Mason Bradby, 74, of Charles City, died Saturday, May 31, 2008. She is survived by five children, Henry , Robert and Steven Bradby, Pamela Matthews and Christopher Cotman; four stepchildren, Timothy, Vernon, Elwin and Elva Cotman; two brothers, Thomas and Charles Mason; and one sister, Frances Jefferson. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at J. Leroy Charity Funeral Home, 2121 John Tyler Memorial Highway, Charles City, Va. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday, June 6, at Gilfield Baptist Church, 6640 Church Lane. Rev. Michael L. Jones Sr. officiating. Interment will follow in church cemetery.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
If ever you need me,
I'll be right here,
To chase away the sadness,
And wipe away a tear.
If ever you need me,
I'll be two steps behind,
To follow in your footsteps,
And hear what's on your mind.
If ever you need me,
You'll never have to fear,
That your presence isn't important,
And your love isn't dear.
If ever you need me,
I'll always be around,
To bring back the laughter,
Where deep in your heart it's found.
You'll never have to worry,
For...
July 09, 2008
When we lose someone we love it seems that time stands still. What moves through us is a silence... a quiet sadness... A longing for one more day... one more word... one more touch... We may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget. We will see you again some day, in a heavenly place...
Craig, Pam and Marcus
June 18, 2008 | Richmond, VA
To the family:
We were very sorry to learn of Lorene's passing.
Thinking of you,
Amanda Jefferson and Family
June 17, 2008 | Charles City, VA
I Love You Grandnannyma!!
Antonio Bradby
June 13, 2008 | Virginia Beach, VA
To MY Granny
If I knew it was the last time
that I'd see you fall asleep,
I would have tucked you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.
If I knew it was the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would have given you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.
If I knew it was the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would have video taped each action and word,
so I could play them back day after...
Shantel Bradby
June 11, 2008 | Charles City, VA
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time. Then your time on earth will be filled with glory." We are here for you and yours in time of sorrow.
Narcissa Best
June 06, 2008 | Richmond, VA
Pam, Marcus and family, I am so very sorry to read about your Mom passing away. You know she is in a better place now. Remember all the good times and keep the memories close to your heart. God will help you get through these difficult times. Love, Bonnie and Jerry
Bonnie and Jerry Gwaltney
June 05, 2008 | Highland Springs, VA
Steven, Pam, Leon, Junniecake, Chris:
At this moment...You are not alone..
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deepest Sympathy
From the care of our hearts
Love you- Mama Vine, Penny, Boo, Sheila and Vince
Penny Johnson
June 05, 2008 | Richmond/Charles City, VA
Steve,
It brings us great sadness to hear that another one has gone to the land that our God has prepared for us. May God be with your entire family during these sad times.
Barry, Tanya & Barry II Joyner
Barry Joyner
June 04, 2008 | Chesterfield, VA
