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for Alvin Moran
Lovella Bartlett
April 26, 2010
Zelda,
I just wanted to offer my condolences to you and the family. I appreciate the time I had working with you all. God Bless you!
April 21, 2010
Moran family,
I will forever remember Alvin's patient mentoring at the beginning of my law enforcement "career" in 1986. It will always remain as the foundation for everything that has happened since. His selfless service to his community is commendable. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Jack Attig
Chief of Staff
Department of Justice
Rule of Law
U.S. Embassy - Baghdad
La Rae Moran-Mehlhoff
April 17, 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
Brian H. Hampton- The Print Shop
April 16, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Marlyn Burkhardt
April 16, 2010
Zelda and girls, sorry to hear of Alvin's death. May the Lord give you strength to continue.
Joy Thomas
April 14, 2010
To Zelda, Brenda, Tracy, Shelly, Tara and families
We were so sorry to hear of Alvin's passing. Take comfort in knowing that he resting quietly now. Keep all those good memories in your thoughts and hearts to help you get through this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Paul and Joy Thomas and familly
Loretha & Bill Dunford
April 14, 2010
To Zelda, Girls and their families. So sorry for your loss, you've been friends for a long time. Let us know if there is anything we can do.
Jackie & Ted Cole
April 14, 2010
Zelda, Allen and family
We are thinking of you at this sad time. Memories are wonderful and I have many, True they are from years ago but as sweet as if they were from yesterday.
Mike, Rita, Melanie & CJ Mills
April 13, 2010
Zelda and family, during this difficult time know that you have many friends praying for you. As your neighbor for many years growing up we have many found memories of Alvin. He taught me many valuable things as I worked for him at the gas station.Picking me up for fire calls before I could drive and the Sunday ritual of coyote hunts were very special. Alvin would not think twice about going out to help someone no matter what he was doing.Alvin had a great sense of humor. May all your memories comfort you during this time.
Jeff & Brandi Petrel
April 13, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort
Ashley Bergquist
April 13, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Brady & Trudy Anshutz
April 13, 2010
Zelda and family:
Alvin was a mainstay in the Dover community. He will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolences and God's Blessings to all of you.
tammy mcdaniel
April 13, 2010
Shelly and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Shelly, if you need to talk , please call me. I am always here for you. Love ya, Tammy McDaniel
Jerry & Joan Petrel
April 13, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Charles L Bloss Jr
April 12, 2010
Allen & Family, Alvin was such a good, considerate man. I worked with him at the sheriff's office for many years. I remember a trip we took together to pick up a prisoner many years ago. I enjoyed that time with him so much.
Don & Judy Brown
April 12, 2010
Zelda & girls and extended family, We are very sorry for you loss and you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Don is so grateful for the years he spent working with Alvin, and he will miss him. While the past weeks have taken their toll on you,I know you all have wonderful memories which will sustain you in your grief. If there is anything we can do to help you in any way, please know we are here.
April 12, 2010
Sorry for your loss,
I will miss seeing Alvin at the Garden Show every year.
I am glad he got to be there one more time this February.
My family will pray for yours.
Leland Heifner - Topeka, KS
Tammy & David Niedfeldt
April 12, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
April 12, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Alvin's passing. My grandpa always had a great respect for him. May all of your good memories come flooding back and may they bring you some peace. I will be keeping all of you in my thoughts.
Misty (Lange) Kuntz
April 12, 2010
Allen and other family members,
I wanted you know that I remember all the good times that Joe and I had serving with both you and Alvin on the Sheriff's Reserve. Alvin was a great mentor to myself and others that he helped train. I hope that Joe was one of the friends to meet Alvin on his journey home to heaven. Thinking of you all during this hard time. In reading some of the other comments, it sounds like you all have wonderful memories of Alvin that will help sustain you.
Sincerely,
Cheri Iarossi, Topeka,Ks.
Lyle Thorne
April 12, 2010
Brenda & Tom & Family. Sorry to here of your loss. Pat & I will keep you in our thoughts. Lyle Thorne
April 12, 2010
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Always keep the wonderful memories of him, this will help with your grief. Having a great family support group as you all have, will comfort you in your time of pain.
Cindy (Brown) Harries
Arletta Nichols (Sage) and Luella Sage
April 12, 2010
Zelda and family, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
I hope that remembering the good times you had with him will help ease the pain.
Former classmate at Dover
Karen & Mike Welborn
April 12, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Duane, Lisa, Lonnie & Emma Morris
April 12, 2010
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories.
Sally Klumpe
April 12, 2010
Allen and other family members - So sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences.
April 12, 2010
thoughts and prayers are with the family. Larry Good.
April 12, 2010
Zelda and Girls,
We're so sorry to hear of Alvin's passing. Alvin, put up at great battle to the end. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls in your time of grief. May your memories of Alvin bring comfort to all of you.
Bill and Marge Cooper
Ozawkie,KS
April 12, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bill and Mary Jo Hodge
Osage City, KS
Mike & Ally Morand
April 12, 2010
We were so saddened to hear of Alvin's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time.
Michael O'Shea
April 12, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with Alvin's family. I knew Alvin when he was a reserve officer with the Sheriffs' Office and was always impressed with his sense of duty.
Gary Bisel
April 12, 2010
Family and Friends of Alvin: So sorry for your loss. Alvin was a very good man. May the fond memories of Alvin, sustain you during this time of transition. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Mason-Hutton
April 12, 2010
Dear Mrs. Moran, daughters & other family members of Alvin: I am so sorry to hear of Alvin's passing. While I did not know him well, I know of his kindness and character through other means. When my brother passed away recently, Alvin made it a point to visit my mother in the care home where she lives to give his condolences. My brother had previously lived near the Morans' and Alvin shared some heartwarming stories with Mother about my brother. This brought great comfort to her and to the rest of us as well. Alvin truly lit a candle in the darkness for our family that day. In addition, I have become acquainted with one of Alvin's daughters through her work with my mother at the care home. She is cheerful, kind, patient, encouraging, and optimistic. Based on these experiences, I am sure Alvin lived his life in a way that contributed towards very admirable attributes in his children. My good friend, Vicky Martin, is a cousin of Alvin and she has shared things about Alvin that reinforce for me that he was a good and special person, loved and respected by many. For now, if you will be gentle with yourselves, share good memories of Alvin, and accept the support of family and friends, it will carry you through this sad time and spring will become more than a season - it will once again be spring in your hearts as well. I learned when my father died, you never really stop missing someone you love, though in time you learn to live with it easier - and that is when your spring will come again. In gratitude and with sincere sympathy we send heartfelt condolences from our family to yours.
Bobby, Debbie, Reba Van Cleave
April 11, 2010
We are so sorry to hear about your lose. We pray the good lord will comfort you all in this time of sorrow.
Cliff Nicholson
April 11, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 11, 2010
Zelda and Girls: We are so sorry to hear of Alvin's passing - our thoughts and prayers are with you and will remain with you through this difficult time.
With our love
Shirley and Don Teal
Farrell Fouts
April 11, 2010
Thoughts and prayers are with the family. Alvin was one we could always depend on when we needed help during my employment with Shawnee County Sheriff office. Alvin will be missed by many friends and family.
Farrell Fouts, ret. SNSO
Paula Rindt/Standridge
April 11, 2010
My thoughts are with the family, I knew Alvin when I lived in the Dover area from 1983-93. He was a very kind man & enjoyed knowing him.
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