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for Debora King
Mary Lee
February 1, 2023
Ms. Debbie I can truly say God blessed me with you. I will carry all my kind and gentle memories of you forever. The love and kindness you expressed to me made living in the shipyard apartments so much easier. Rest easy beautiful Angel of mine!!! I will never forget. Love Mary L. Tann-Lee.
Laurie Elliott
February 14, 2007
To each person individually who have taken your precious time out to visit with us via Debora’s Guest Book, Thank You. I would like to let you know that your words of encouragement and acts of love mean so much to our family. It was a pleasant surprise to discover the existence of this feature offered by the Daily Press. Thank you Mrs. Esther Baker of WOWC for your love and efforts and exposing us to this. WOW!
Let me agree Debora is a precious sister. I say “is” because she will always continue to live in our hearts via the memories of her warm smile and contagious laugh. I am convinced she did not meet a stranger. Let it go on record as I chime in with all who had the pleasure of meeting her, Debora was a conversationalist, loved to interact with people and continuously gave of herself unselfishly. She was and is a sweet person who meant no one any harm.
Our main prayer at this point is that her sudden death was not in vain. Please, let us all remember how precious life is. Live it to the fullest. Set Godly goals and accomplish them with the Most High God’s help and with personal determination and perseverance.
Remember tomorrow is not promised. What the Father has promised is to never leave us nor forsake us. I am fully convinced that nothing will separate you or me or us from the love of our God. Nothing. I praise Him for that. Also, I thank my God for His peace that surpasses all understanding.
Debora is fine. She was a born again Christian. The issue at hand is that the perpetrator will discover that God loves Him or Her, unceasingly. We all have failed and He still loves us, doesn’t He? I know I have faults and He still loves me. Person who did this, murder is forgivable and God loves you.
Thank you all for visiting. Our prayers are with you. Your kindness and support will always be appreciated.
With Love,
Laurie King Elliott
February 10, 2007
WHEN I GROW UP I WANNA B A DOBORAH
Evangelist Rose Camm, WOWC, Garments of Praise Ladies Ministry
February 5, 2007
Sister Laurie Elliott,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May the rich blessings of God strenghten you and your family as the Holy Spirit gives direction/protection at this time.
Darlene Wilkes-Sanford
February 5, 2007
Letha & Rick:
My prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort in the Lord.
God Bless,
Joanne Taylor
February 3, 2007
Laurie/Petrina: May the Holy Spirit comfort you during this difficult time. Cherish all your beautiful memories of your sister/aunt. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. With the love of Christ,
Mary Lee
February 3, 2007
Charnette,
This is so hard for me you were like a sister. It's sad how life can deal some very harsh hands in life. It seems like yesterday we were all in the shipyard apartments playing having a good time. Now we are grown and going outside to play is far from people's memories. I hope you find a place in your heart to grieve and call on God with all you have. Since we last saw each other as children I moved to North Carolina to escape the violence only to move to Norfolk as a grown woman and face the world's reality of death everyday. I miss you let's get in touch. Mary Tann-Lee 757-309-3967
Blanche Roberts
February 3, 2007
Pat I wanted to extend my sympathy in the passing of your sister . Ipray God will give you peace in the mist of your storm. I haven't seem you in a while but I always ask deacon Moore about you,
take care of yourself and may God continue to bless you Blanche Roberts
Diane Chandler-Marshall
February 3, 2007
Charnette:
Mere words are not enough to express my heartflet thoughts for you and the family. Just know that you are loved and are in my prayers.
Priscilla Artis-Lukoko
February 2, 2007
To the King/Brooks Family,
My sincerest sympathy goes out to you all during this most difficult time. Letha please know that although we have not seen or spoke to one another in many years, I always think fondly of you and your family. Be comforted in the knowledge that God will provide you strength in your time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brian and Esther Baker
February 2, 2007
Laurie and Robert...my prayers are with you and other family members at this time. Reading over the guest book entries show that your sister was a beautiful child of the Most High. Reflect on the beautiful and pleasant memories of your dear Debora. God is still using her even at this time. Much love to you
Helen Johnson
February 2, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. We are keeping you and your family in prayer here at the World Outreach Worship Center.
Nina Williams Fox
February 1, 2007
Charnette,
I was saddened to hear that your Mom had passed. My heart goes out to you, and I pray that you are strengthened by knowing she will not be forgotten. Debbie was a sweet person and always down to earth.
May God bless the King family now and forever.
Letha & Rick,
Seems like just yesterday that we lived in the saftety of our childhood homes on Moores Lane - never a locked door or window, police presence, or noise after dark - where people actually knew their neighbors and respected one another. We were, after all, families in a community that embraced love and held compassion for one another. It was the "old school" society in an area that is no more. If only we could turn back the hands of time. . .
Now we have all grown up and branched out into a world in which many do not know or respect boundaries, neighbors avoid each other and have no idea who lives among them, and street punks conduct senseless acts to show machoism and gain bragging rights. It is truly sad, and a shame.
Do know that the "old school" society has your family in our prayers. Lean on each other for support. Family is precious!
Regards
John and Joyce Lamar
February 1, 2007
To the King family:
I pray that God will give you strength to overcome the effects of this tragedy and for the days ahead. We bless the King and Elliott families and ask that the Holy Spirit comfort all who knew and loved her.
Cecelia (Pluck) Thomas
January 31, 2007
To Pat, Laurie, Lethia, and Ricky.
You know, I had just saw Debbie when Poochie losted her daughter. We talked briefly but it was good seeing her because I had not seen her in some years. My prayers are with all of you. From (Cleo and Pluck).
The Hopson Family
January 31, 2007
To The King Family
Our sympathy is with you at your time of loss. Debbie will be greatly missed. She have touched so many people in her life. She will always hold a special spot in the hearts of many. If you need anything please feel free to let us know.
Melva Sheppard
January 31, 2007
Charnette, You and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time. God bless you.
Gina Preston
January 31, 2007
To the Family,
Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Debbie will be truly missed. We shared so many memories from Moores La. Our family is here for you in your time of need.
Sandra Melton-Ward
January 31, 2007
To hear of Debbie's sudden death is as if a page from the book of my own life has been suddenly ripped out and tossed--we were early childhood friends and playmates. Some ties are never broken, no matter how much time, distance or separation. When I recall my earliest childhood memories, I will always remember "Pat, Debbie, and Sandra", as if one name. Even after many years apart, God did not allow our families ties to be completely broken. He called two of our parents to rest at the same time (Eunice King and Julius Melton); and then had them arranged, even still, as neighbors as we prepared to lay them to rest. But God didn't stop at that, He then placed Debbie in the physical path of my mother. It almost seemed like Ms. Eunice saying to Ms. Louise "keep an eye on Debbie for me"--as they would do when we were children. In fact, Mamma said that Debbie told her, about a week ago, that she was going to visit her. Some ties just aren't meant to be broken.
King family, my heart grieves deeply with you over the death of Debbie. I and the Melton family extend our condolences to you. We pray that God's peace and justice prevails as you endure this difficult time. We still love you today as we have in years gone by.
Please let me know how to contact you. It was through Debbie that our families remained in touch.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Hilda Golden
January 31, 2007
You have my deepest sympathy. Debbie will be truly missed. I will always cherish her beautiful smile, kindness and wonderful memories.
Anita Womack
January 31, 2007
Petrina, I am sorry for your loss.
My prayers are with you. May God bless your family.
Sallie Young
January 31, 2007
I have never met Debora King, but I am sure our paths have crossed in the years that I have lived on the same street. May God continue to bless your family through these hard times.
Maggie and Tiffany Twine (formerly of Merritt Road)
January 31, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Elita Brown
January 31, 2007
To the King Family, I am so sorry to hear the loss of your love one. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in your time of sorrow.
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