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for Anita Shaw
Pat Abram Ault
June 30, 2012
Cindy Ramey Daniels was down to visit and told me about Anita's illness and death. The memories of I have of Anita and Harry (and Kip) in youth group in the late 60s and early 70s at Beechwold made me remember what a strong connection I felt to your family and how I appreciated Anita's voice and as she and Sue Wynd Myers sang frequently at youth meetings. Then I thought of how you, and she in particular ministered when my parents died in 2009. I am sure she ministered to many families but the sight of my mother, looking beautiful after Anita did her hair was breath-taking; I had viewed her as Alzheimers ravaged her for 22 years and that touch gave me a view of her restoration that Jesus was already performing.
I have experienced losing a mother (and a father) so I can empathize in part with you, Kip and Adam, as you work through the hard stages of grief, regret, perhaps anger, all sorts of emotions. I don't know yet of losing a spouse, but my heart goes out to you too, Harry. You were a witness so many times in your steadfast love and protection of Anita and the rest of your family.
I just wanted you to know how your family touched my life, for over forty years. You are on my heart and will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks, months, years. I think of you all fondly as you do God's work and continue the race. May God bless you richly.
Pat Abram Ault
Leslie (Howe) Kruger
December 27, 2011
I was truly saddened to hear of Anita's passing. She was one of the Godliest people I have had the privilege of knowing, always reaching out, caring, and generous. The smile on her face projected the joy she had in her heart. She always extended God's love and kindness to others. Anita will be missed by all those whose lives she touched. My condolences and prayers go out to the family.
Eddie Lowen
December 9, 2011
Harry, Kip, Adam: Sharon and I are grieving and hoping with you. Blessings on you all.
Sally Davis
December 8, 2011
Mrs. Shaw was a very kind and sweet lady. My late Grandparents always talked highly of Mrs. Shaw. They always used the Shaw-Davis funeral home on Second Avenue. I remember meeting her when I was a little girl and she was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever met. My deepest condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Janice Davis
December 4, 2011
Harry, Kip, and Adam, I was sad to learn about the death of Anita. I will always remember her graciousness and kindness during the loss of my husband, Calvin, and my niece, Debbie. My heart goes out to all of your families. May wonderful memories ease the pain of loss.
LaShell Ramsey
December 3, 2011
Harry and Family-
Thinking of you during this time. Anita was a great person. Lifting you up in prayer.
Lorraine Neher Ross
December 3, 2011
Harry, sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers.
Sue Haas
December 2, 2011
I was so sad to hear about Anita. I served with her in the Deaf Ministry at Beechwold. She was a very kind, sweet, gracious woman. My sincere sympathy goes out to the family. I pray that God will comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time.
Pat White-Martin
December 2, 2011
I was sad to hear the news yesterday about Anita. She was such a sweet spirit and so gentle, soft-spoken and kind to our families (Rupert & Volz) throughtout the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with Harry and the family and Helen Stapf.
Nancy Howells Bash
December 2, 2011
Anita babysat for us many years ago along with Sue and their mother. She was a very special person and I still see her as a teenager. My deepest sympaty to the familly.
Gene and Cindy Abbott
December 2, 2011
Harry and family, We were so sorry to hear of Anita's passing.We just learned this morning from Stu. May knowing the pain she suffered and that she is in a more beautiful place, make your suffering easier. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
December 2, 2011
Harry, we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Jim & Marcia LaValley
Shirley Swetnam
December 1, 2011
To all of the Shaw and Stapf family.
Anita's faith was pure and ublemished. Through her testimony and profound faith, others were truly blessed. She will be sadly missed by everyone.
SYLVIA & JOHN BURLESON
December 1, 2011
We send our deepest sympathy to Harry and all of the family. Anita was so loved by all of the Burleson family. We will miss her sweet kind presence. She was a very special person who cared about everyone and she will be much missed.
Michael and Sonnie Bodine
December 1, 2011
A gentle, beautiful light has gone out from us and the world will be a darker place for it. Anita was a wonderful person, much loved, and will be very missed.
Lee & Lori Gilkerson
December 1, 2011
We're so very sorry for your loss. You have been, and will continue to be in our prayers.
December 1, 2011
I was deeply saddened to hear the news. Anita was so kind to me when Jim died, and always a wonderful hello when I saw her. My love and prayers. Cindy Causey Olmstead
December 1, 2011
My deepest sympathies to Anita and her family.
Chuck Bouldin
Virginia (Alexander) Gex
December 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are extended to Anita's family during this time of loss. We were friends at Linden McKinley. She was a kind and caring person.
Diana (Green) Jenkins
November 30, 2011
Harry and Family, Prayers during this very difficult time, Anita and I were classmates at LM she was genuinely a very nice and caring person. Peace to all of you.
Jan Gildersleeve
November 30, 2011
Harry & family It's been many years since I met Anita and you when I lived in Victorian Village. Anita made a lasting impression; she was a lovely person inside and out. God Bless.
Amy Ellwood-Conley
November 30, 2011
I remember Anita with that radient smile singing with Sue and Paulette, she touched many lives and you all have my love and prayers.
Barbara Baggs
November 30, 2011
Harry and family, Helen, Gary and Sue and family.
So saddened to hear of Anita's passing...she was a dear friend who I've know since first grade. If it weren't for her and her family I would not know my precious Lord..who Anita is with now. I remember all the Good News Clubs that I attended with the Stapf family. My thoughts and prayer's are with all of you. In God's Love,Barbara Baggs
November 30, 2011
Dearest Shaw Family:
We will miss Anita. She was so kind to us. I'll never forget when she helped us when the boys were babies. You all are in our prayers.
The Shepherd Family
Bob, Paula, Jake, Sam, Nick, and Aaron
donna chambers
November 30, 2011
Harry, We are thinking of you and your precious family and praying God will sustain you during this difficult time. We are also encouraged that we will see her again in our Heavenly home! Love to you all, Art and Donna
Melodie McClarren
November 30, 2011
I am so saddened to read of Anita's passing. Our grief during the loss of our dad and mother was lessened through the kindnesses displayed by the Stapf/Shaw family. What an incredible Christian woman. Sending my most sincere sympathy to Helen, Harry and the rest of your family. The angels are rejoicing!
Melodie Rupert McClarren
Ruth Ann & Henry Scurlock
November 29, 2011
Harry, Kip, Adam, and families;
We are saddened to hear of Anita's passing, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We know that you are celebrating her wonderful life through your many cherished memories. She will be kept close to you through God's love.
Glenn Thompson
November 29, 2011
we will prayer for you and the family, she will be so missed, We know she is in a better place. The Thompson, Glenn & Pat
Kathy Bahorek DeRing
November 29, 2011
Harry, We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this sad time. Anita was always so kind and friendly, and every time Dad worked he mentioned how he enjoyed seeing the two of you when he drove for Capital Support. You have our love and prayers now and in the days ahead.
John & Kathy DeRing and Nancy Bahorek
November 29, 2011
Harry may God Bless Anita.
My prayers go out to you and all the family members.
I live in Florida during the winter months or I would be there to see you. It has been a long time, I always enjoyed you company.
Les Gates (OHARNG retired)
Ed Steigerwald
November 29, 2011
My condolences to Anita's family. I worked with Anita at the Beechcroft High School Election Polls in the early 1990's. She impressed me as a very friendly and intelligent lady who truly loved her family. I was very honored to attend a Shaw Family 4th of July/Doo Dah Parade celebration hosted by Anita and Harry. It was a pleasure to have meet Anita and her family.
Jim, Beth, Andy, Alex & Abby Johnson
November 29, 2011
Our deepest sympathies to you all. Anita was such a wonderful, Christian woman.
November 29, 2011
A beautiful, constant, gentle light in a dark world. There should be more Anita Shaws in this life and her light will definitley be missed.
~ Kim (Knowles) Anthony
November 29, 2011
A beautiful, constant, gentle light in a dark world. The world needs more Anita Shaws in it and has most certainly been made brighter because she was here.
~ Kim (Knowles) Anthony and family
Carl & Margaret Hatton
November 29, 2011
Our condolences to the family at Anita's passing. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. (Linden-McKinley classmates)
Cindy Huffman
November 29, 2011
Shaw family, we are deeply sorry for your loss. God Bless. Rod and Cindy Huffman
November 29, 2011
Harry, Kip, Adam and the rest of the Shaw family ... as well as the Stapf family ...
To lose a spouse, mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, daughter, sister is a very sad thing in our lives ... I'm sure you all would have wished it extended more to see her grandchildren grow into adults and do so many things with her that, in the busy years, we put off because we maybe didn't have the time. But Anita was the kind of person who would have understood. She knew she was loved.
Anita was also always there for everyone with her many kind words ... she will be missed by all those who knew her.
I send my deepest condolences. Carry on and God Bless.
Joanne Montgomery
Chris Breda
November 29, 2011
Dear Shaw's; You all have my condolences. I remember how sweet she was when I would come up from Mortuary College with Kip and visit. She will be deeply missed by all.....God Bless....
Rich & Kris Merrill
November 29, 2011
We have such wonderful memories of Anita's sweet spirit and gentle manner. We're praying for you all. Love in Christ,
Chad Babbert
November 29, 2011
Prayers are going up for the entire Shaw family. She offered so many her love and comfort during times of loss. She will be greatly missed.
November 29, 2011
Wendell & Shelby Cundiff (Newark)
Randy & Pat DePuy
November 29, 2011
Sue & Family, With deepest sympathy, love, and prayers. She will continue to live on in your hearts where memories of her are etched.
Larry & Johanna Conti
November 29, 2011
our thoughts and prayers are with the family, especially Harry and Gary (classmates from Linden McKinley)
November 29, 2011
Our sincere sympathy in the passing of Anita. May God bless your family with a loving peace.
Catholic Cemeteries of Columbus
Missy Montgomery
November 29, 2011
This candle is being lit in rememberance of my friend Anita Shaw. An extraordinary person in life and an extraordinary person after. We will miss you.
Missy Montgomery
November 29, 2011
Anita was truly a special person and wonderful friend to me and my family. We first met anita13 years
ago when we moved across the street from her and Harry. She always had a smile on
her face and a hug to share! She will always be in our hearts and in our prayers. I am
confident Anita is rejoicing in heaven with her God and feels nothing but love and
happiness. We send our love
to all the Shaws during this time.
Janet/Bob Combs
November 29, 2011
Harry and family, Helen, and Sue- So sorry for your pain here but she is happy there in heaven with no pain. Heaven is growing sweeter all the time. Much love and prayers to you all. Janet and Bob Combs
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