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The Jurado family
January 29, 2023
Patty prayers and love for you and your family.
Ernie and Cheryl Morrow
February 6, 2017
Arletta, Donna, Jeff and family: our prayers and deepest sympathies are being sent to all of you today. Charles will be remembered fondly by all the many lives he touched in his earthly journey. We are believing that he received the warmest welcome into the Eternal Kingdom by Christ His Savior and the many loved ones who preceded him.
February 5, 2017
Dear Arletta,
We are very sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. He was a great man to know and work with. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family and may God be with you during your time of grief.
Ron and Carol Puckett
West Seneca, NY
Ruth E. Breidenstein
February 5, 2017
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
Sue and Al Schneider
February 4, 2017
Arletta, Al and I were so sorry to read about Chuck's passing. He really gave living a great shot. With a smile when you asked him how he was, he would look right at you and say I've had better days and add but I'm ok! He will be missed, his great singing voice will be missed! Arletta, you are in my prayers and hugs to you and your family.
Paula Schroeder
February 4, 2017
Our prayers are with you during this time, sending love and hugs
Joyce & Ron Mccormick
February 4, 2017
Our prayers are with you Arletta and your family. Star Love Joyce& Ron McCormick Ransomville
Rich and Annmarie Jurado, Josh and Jayden
February 4, 2017
All our thoughts prayers and wishes
Joyce and Chuck Zawistowski
February 4, 2017
Many memories of Chuck, great man! Prayers to entire family as tough days ahead. Love you Arletta!! Rest in peace Chuck. Star love. Joyce
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