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for Bernice Dawkins
Shorty Owen
September 10, 2004
My sweet Bernie, I miss you baby. I think of you every day. Michael's doing O.K. for a 14 year old. We all miss you very, very much. Everybody says Hi. Hugs, kisses and Bernie stuff from me and Michael. I miss you baby. Till we are both on Bernie time together again, I'll talk to you later. Shorty
Shorty Owen
July 13, 2004
Hi Bernie, We still miss you, and always will. Michael and I had a lot of fun on our trip to the northwest. But it sure wasn't the same without you. Thank you baby for helping get my ring back to me. You know I will always cherish it.
Michael is doing O.K., as you can see. Thanks for putting BOTH of Patty's feet and yours in Michael's skinny little butt, Lee-Lee's too. We just want to make you as proud of him as you can be! We're trying, baby. But you know how much he is like his mother! We all miss you a lot, sweety and I really need some Bernie hugs. Bye, for now.
Patti Dawkins/Collins
May 31, 2004
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU , I SPENT THE AFTERNOON WITH YOU AS DID SHORTY AND MICAEL. I COULN'T STOP CRYING AS U KNOW. MICHAEL IS DOING ALOT BETTER, I'M TRYING TO KEEP HIM GOING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION, AND I HAVE THE NEXT FOUR YEARS TO DO IT. STAY WITH ME SISSY, AND WE CAN DO IT TOGETHER, OK? SHORTY ON THE OTHER HAND , IS NOT DOING SO WELL...I THINK HE'S GONNA DIE OF A BROKEN HEART...MAN, HOW HE LOVED YOU, AND CANT WAIT TO BE WITH U AGAIN. IT'S TOUGH , SISSY, WITHOUT U HERE, NO BERNIE HUGS, NO LAUGHTER, BUT I HAVE YOUR ENDLESS LOVE TATTOOED IN MY SOUL, SO I THINK I WILL BE OK. MICHAEL KEEPS ME GOING, I MADE U A PROMISE AND I INTEND TO KEEP IT. I LOVE AND MISS U BABY-GIRL..HAPPY 43RD BIRTHDAY
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOX OXOXOXOXOXO HUGS AND KISSES....PATTI
joy burns
May 29, 2004
HHHHHHHHHAPPY BBBBBBBBBBBIRTHDAY!!! IT'S THE WEEKEND OF YOUR BIRTHDAY SISSY,HHHHHHHHAPPYY,BBBBBIRTHDAY TO YOU BBBBBBERNIE,I HOPE IT WAS ALL YOU WANTED IT TO BE...........WE ALL MISS YOU SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH,WE'LL SEE YOU WHEN WE GET THERE..............FLY SAFE,LOTS OF LOVE TO YOU,FROM,JOY & FAMILY
joy buns
April 11, 2004
HAPPY EASTER B. HOPE YOUR HAVING A GOOD ONE!!! WE LOVE YOU FLY SAFE AND WILL SEE YA WHEN WE GET THEIR!!! LOTS OF LOVE TO YOU XOXOXOXOXO
FROM JOY AND FAMILY..:)
Patti Dawkins/Collins
April 10, 2004
HI BABY GIRL......I wrote to you from up at VikiJo's but for some reason it hasn't posted yet. Anyway, I'm back here with Michael. so never fear, WE WILL get through this together, Okay? I love you and miss you like crazy and I will keep my promise to you. You will have every reason to still be proud of your son. I'll talk to you soon. Love, SISSY
joyce burns
March 23, 2004
Sissy, each and every passing day I feel you with me.Lights blink off,then back on,or I get goose bumps up and down my arms and legs.I told Lee I didn't feel you around me,and Ms bernie must of said WHAT you don't feel me around you!How about this,that's when the lights started blinking.OPP's sissy I was wrong,you are here with me.GOD BLESS YOU. , THANK YOU for always being there,now and forever.I miss you so very much!Please keep those lights a blinking.And please keep doing what Bernie did best.Always worring about everyone but yourself..Just know I love you and I'll never forget you. Your Sister Joyce
Judy Lawrence
March 7, 2004
Whatcha doing Sis, Well as for me I am having a gloomy day. I keep thinking about that I never got to meet you in person but i still hear you voice. LeeAnn has been sending me pictures and things she has been a good computer buddie to me filling me in on what I want to know. I'm hoping in the near future I will get to meet Micheal&Shorty and yours friends. I am real sorry that I'm not a sister that I am supposed to be or been for you. I really do miss you I know you are flying high and no more pain. You just have to keep on looking over Shorty & Micheal.Just let them bells keep ringing.I Love and Miss you.Patti will be back soon in Arizona. So she will make sure everything will be alright. Love you and sure do miss you.Thanks for being you. Love sis Judy
Patti Dawkins/Collins
February 6, 2004
Hey Baby Girl,
You hit me with your best shot didn't you? They kept me for four days and they found out whats been wrong with me for the past 3 yrs. of course you knew they would didn't you? [brat!] Anyway as you know they told me my best bet was to move back to Az. and of course you knew I was thinking about changing my mind and staying here. You just had to put a stop to that didn't you? Well Bless You my little Angel and thank you for bringing everything to light for me at least now I know. You are still trying to take care of everyone aren't you? Never give up my sweet baby-girl. I miss you so much but you are still deep in my spirit and soul, I will try to be back in Mesa by the end of March, I PROMISE!
I LUV U MORE.......SISSY
Shorty Owen
February 6, 2004
Mom, We miss you, a lot. Michael and I are doing as well as can be expected. We love you and really miss you. Bear is going to pay for half of the adoption costs, so we'll be making that happen, as I promised you. I sure would like one more Bernie hug. I thank you each and every day for the help and guidance that you and Heather and Jerry are giving us. I appreciate all the help we can get. We feel your presence every day. You truly are a Super Mom. After the last couple of years, I don't know how much more of a beating my heart can take. Baby, I miss you.
Lee Nelson
February 4, 2004
'Watcha doin' I can't seem to get that out of my mind. How often did you say that to me in a day? and the laugh I would get from you when I would, knowing it was you, answer the phone Watcha doin'... Oh girlfriend, I so miss you... it seems to be getting a LITTLE better. I will always love you, always hold you close to my heart, always remember... You will always be my best friend... always..
Love you with all my heart,
Lee
joyce burns
January 18, 2004
Sissy I miss you sooooooooooo much!It still feels like a really bad dream,and I just can't wake up.. I hope you are doing well in heaven! Sissy please give my mama a hug for me,Okay!Thanks Sissy!! Sis,Iv'e been really missing the both of you.I agree with Shorty,I could use one of those Bernie hugs about now!!I keep wanting to pick up the phone to call you,but I can't."Thank you Sabrina, for making it possible to put my feelings down,so I can try to move on to the next thing I'm suppose to do that day. I hope she's doing good.God bless you Sabrina..Thanks again. B. Thank you for being you,and Thank you for showing me how it is to have someone love me the way you did,and still do in heaven.Thank you for guiding me through each and everyday. Thank you for being our Bernie,and Angel in heaven..Lots of Love To You From Me,always and forever Your Sister,and friend Joyce Burns p.s. I LOVE YOU SISSY!!
joyce burns
January 12, 2004
To Shorty,and Micheal,Ihope you two are doing good. sorry it took so long to sign Bernie's guest book.I'm new to all this internet stuff.Just Know, Bernie LOVED you TWO so much..That was the only way she knew how to love.You guys were,and still are her Whole world.I'm not sure what we are going to do without her.I want to think,she would want us all to grow as much as we can, and do as much as we can.She would want us to be strong.Just as she was,and still is in heaven.You two,be safe and always know your in my thoughts... LOVE AUNT JOYCE
joyce burns
January 12, 2004
Hey B, How's things in heaven? are you and Heather staying out of trouble? You know you two have to set a good excample,for when we come to join you two, OKAY?Bernie, I miss you so much I can't stand it. You touch my kids,and myself in so many ways.I miss your laugh,your eyes,your BIG BERNIE HUGS,I miss being on Bernie time,I also miss how you loved everyone with your whole heart,not just a piece of it.Sissy,this world will never be the same without you.Please,always know your in my heart,and soul,and I'm always thinking of you.You and Heather fly safe up there,and again,stay out of trouble. I know it's NO fun,just please do it, because I LOVE YOU.... With Lots Of To You,Your Sister,and Friend Joyce Burns FLY FREE SISSY SISSY,FLY FREE
joyce burns
January 10, 2004
Sissy,I miss you so very much.This crazy world will never be the same.It seems I just blinked my eyes and the best sissy,and friend I ever had is gone on a diffrent journy.May GOD get you through the leavels you have to,so you will be right at the top helping him,as you have help so many of us in so many different ways.I've never in my life meet anyone with such a BIG
HEART& SOUL.My kids,and I MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH.You touched us in so many ways.Please take good care of yourself.. You and Heather try to stay out of trouble up there,Okay!Well see you when we get there.Fly Safe,and Free.... With Lots Of Love TO You,Always and Forever Your Sister Joyce & Family
joyce burns
January 10, 2004
Sissy,I miss you so very much.This crazy world will never be the same.It seems I just blinked my eyes and the best sissy,and friend I ever had is gone on a diffrent journy.May GOD get you through the leavels you have to,so you will be right at the top helping him,as you have help so many of us in so many different ways.I've never in my life meet anyone with such a BIG
HEART& SOUL.My kids,and I MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH.You touched us in so many ways.Please take good care of yourself.. You and Heather try to stay out of trouble up there,Okay!Well see you when we get there. Fligh Safe,and Free.... With Lots Of Love TO You,Always and Forever Your Sister Joyce & Family
lynn morris
January 7, 2004
I will always remember your smile.
Your sparkle we will always yearn for, so unusual in this world. Knowing you was knowing intimacy; and knowing those around you gave me a glimpse into honesty, and genuine acceptance I have never known before. Thank you for all you were and are. It is a humbling experience to see how very loved you are, and I treasure the many things you taught me. Fly free little eagle.
Patti Dawkins/Collins
January 6, 2004
Hey Baby-Girl,
I'M leaving to go back home today and I am so sad I don't know what to do. I can't stop crying, I feel if I leave here, that I'm leaving you again and it's breaking my heart. But most of all I'm really concerned about Michael, Shorty, Patty and Lee-Ann. I understand why you took Lee-Ann under your wing..she is so very special and so easy to be a friend to. Tell Jesus to PLEASE bless her with happy thoughts, I feel when I leave today she's going to feel like it's losing you all over again and she's hurting enough. I love her too, o.k.? Please keep your spirit in this house for Shorty and Michael too, because once I'm gone their loss is really going to hit them hard. Patty, well just keep playing your song on the way to her work and she'll be happy. I'll be back in a couple of months, so please keep your spirit here as long as you can. I love you Baby girl, and I'm really gonna miss your spirit, but I'll be back.
I Love U More,
Sissy
Lane Owen
January 5, 2004
Bernie, I still miss you, as always, thank you for all the help you're giving us! You sure 'touched' a LOT of people while you were here. We'll be seeing you. Shorty
Patti Dawkins/Collins
January 1, 2004
Happy New Year Baby-Girl,
This has got to be the worst New Year in my entire life! I went to visit your gravesite today before I leave for home on Tues.,I haven't been right since. I miss you so much and it hurts so bad. I really need a BERNIE HUG!!! It really hurts me to see how totally lost Shorty is without you, He's hurting really bad and there's nothing I can say or do to help him, because I'm the same way. Help me get thru the pain, PLEASE!!! I love you baby-girl and miss you deeply.
We will be together again....
Sissy [Patti]
P.S. Thanks for what you did for Mom, God Bless You.
Lee Nelson
December 30, 2003
The Broken Chain
We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you,the day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side
Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the Chain will link again.
If tears could build a stairway
and memories a lane
I'd walk right up to Heaven
and bring you home again.
I love you Bernie and I miss you so very much.
Judy Dawkins-Lawrence
December 26, 2003
Bernie I know christmas is over and it wasn't a very good one. I didn't get to talk to you like we did every year and especially when we would trade off calling each other on New Year's Eve I am really going to miss that. I remember your voice on what to do or not to do.Especially when you would scold me. I have alot of memories just by talking to you on the phone. I love you and sure do miss you.I know when you are here with me things just start flying off walls and etc. which they never did before,so I know it is you. I always keep a candle lit by your picture and it will always be lit. Love you, your sister, Judy
Bernie Dawkins...
December 26, 2003
Graduation
December 26, 2003
Isn't she beautiful
December 26, 2003
My Special Person... Always
Lee Nelson
December 26, 2003
Bernie,
They say it takes...
a minute to find a special person,
an hour to appreciate them,
a day to love them,
but then and entire life to forget them.
Love you, Lee
I will never ever forget you. You will always be my 'special person', my best friend. I miss you so very much, it hurts deep down inside.
this holiday without you babe, has been the worst I have ever had.
Love Always,
Lee
Patti Dawkins/Collins
December 25, 2003
Merry Christmas baby girl, I know your up there with the man who is the reason for the season..which must be awesome. We down here had a very Bernie Christmas and everyone sends their love. I miss you so very much!I love you MOM! Michael caught me, so that's from him!! I love you so much and I'm sorry but nothing will ever be the same without you here.Everything with MICHAEL'S ADOPTION is going smoothly,even though I've been looking for a paper that doesn't exist.[smile] My heart is empty, but my soul is FULL of your spirit and that keeps me going. Keep them angels in line up there .
I LOVE U MORE..........
SISSY[Patti]
Brian Farrand
December 11, 2003
Bernie we had some good times together and created a wonderful little boy during our time together. I will miss you always.
Spit and Cookie Spatafora
December 8, 2003
Bernie we never got to see or talk to you enough. You will be in our memories forever.
Tonya Collins
December 2, 2003
I never got to meet Bernie, however; I spoke to her several times on the phone and it felt as if we had been family my whole life. My husband is her nephew and that is how I know her. I will miss greatly the way she made me laugh and the way she always put the truth out there even if I didn't want to hear it. Bernie, I love you.
Sabrina Klietz
December 2, 2003
I've known Bernie for many years and she has always been a bright spot in my life. She was always there when anyone needed anything. She always saw the silver lining in everything in life and had a will that was unstoppable...Michael, I've watched you grow up into a fine young man and I will always be your Aunt. Shorty, know that I will always be there for you and Michael. Though I miss you greatly Bernie, I'm sure you're in a good place and I know that my sisters will be waiting when I am called.
Bob Carlton
November 29, 2003
You were an asset to all you met.The times we met and talked were great,when I ride so will you.The angels have had it easy, so I know they'll be busy when you get them organizied and taking care of us.
Mike Donovan
November 29, 2003
I'm so sorry for your loss Shorty. Be strong!
Studs.. Michael I've never met you but remember, Mother's are forever!
Patti Dawkins/Collins
November 19, 2003
Baby-girl,
Words cannot express the emptiness I feel inside. I miss your laughter, your energy and your love for humanity. I don't know what I will do without you in my life. One day we will be together again..you can count on it!
Remember " I LOVE YOU MORE "
SISSY
Phil Henderson
November 17, 2003
My Dear Sister,
Some people say that we are a product of our environment. Others suggest that we are a product of our genitics.
I believe that there is some truth to this but I also believe in one more factor...
God takes the above two factors and mixes it with his own ingredients. In your case, he slipped and added an over abundance of love, humanity, friendship, warm heartedness, sincerity, honesty, humor and courage.
I thank God for the 42 years we shared through thick and thin. And I thank you for being my sister, friend and confidant.
I will miss you until we walk together again.
Your loving brother
Phil
ED DAWKINS
November 17, 2003
SHORTY & MICHEAL WE LOVE YOU GUYS AND WE WILL BE HERE FOR YOU AND TO ALL OUR FRIENDS WE THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL THAT YOU MENT TO BERNIE
Shorty Owen
November 17, 2003
My dearest darling Bernie. As I promised you, I'm going to adopt Michael. I will do everything in my power to make him strong and capable of accomplishing anything he sets out to achieve in his life. I will also do everything in my power to make you the proudest SuperMom in the world and Heaven. I love you and I'll always miss you. Please come back and give me just one more hug. Baby, I MISS YOU.
I want to thank everyone for their donations, thoughts, prayers and support through this most difficult time. Thank you so very much.
Joseph A. Lawrence Sr.
November 14, 2003
Shorty&Michael I am very sorry about the passing of Bernie.I wish I could have met her before she left with the Lord. I cried so much with My Wife Judith,It was Just Hard on us when we received the news of Bernies passing. Bernie is the new Ruler In Heaven.She will be watching over you both always. love you both also .Joseph a Lawrence SR.
Judy Lawrence
November 14, 2003
She will forever be in my Heart. I will miss her always.
Lee Nelson
November 14, 2003
Bernie... I love you always, you will always be my best friend. I miss you so very much.
Shorty and Micheal... I am so sorry for your loss, Bernie was such a wonderful lady. She will be missed. I will always be here for you...
Lynn & Greg Morris
November 8, 2003
Bernie was a woman whose heart was able to encompass every one she met, with no reservations. She could always find the worth in people, and always touched our lives. She gave more than any one person could be expected to, with no expectations in return. We will all miss you, but have you in our hearts.
Robin Nelson
November 7, 2003
Bernie, you will be missed by many. I will always remember your smile, laugh and You. Rest in peace now. There are alot of people in heaven with their arms wide open waiting for you to join them
Eric Morelli
November 7, 2003
Lane,
I'm sorry I couldn't be there, but I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. You are missed at work and we hope you return soon.
shelly behr
November 6, 2003
EACH DEPARTED FRIEND IS A MAGNET THAT ATTRACTS US TO THE NEXT WORLD!
I will miss you Bernie, and Im sure heaven will never be the same.
Walt & Fran Kopinski
November 6, 2003
Words are never enough at times like this. Just know that we are keeping all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. With our most sincere sympathy and love,
Walt & Fran Kopinski
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