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for Ernest Roddy
W. Michael Green
May 8, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Adam Knapper
May 20, 2011
My Condolences to the Roddy Family.
Kelly Myrick-Vonhoupe
May 19, 2011
Mrs. Roddy and Family,you all have my deepest sympathy, I am sure you all will cherish the memories of Mr. Roddy as I will, growing up on Fairwood Ave. and although we were on of the 1st few families, Mr. Roddy reigned "Patriarch" of the street always kind and giving even allowing us to swim in the muddy watered field next to his house after the rain!
Always giving encouraging words and Love!
Denise Watkins
May 17, 2011
To the Roddy children,
I just can't find the words to express what I felt @ you're Dad's Home Going. The Love, Joy, Peace, Happiness, and the most Sweetest cloud of the "HOLY SPIRIT" floating around in the Sanctuary... Mom Roddy, you are so Bless to have had seven wonderful children who were able and willing to step up to the plate take over when you felt you couldn't, and done a awesome job.
Just remember Dad Roddy heard GOD say:
" WELL-LL DONE, WELL-LL DONE....YOU CAN COME ON IN " Stay Blessed, Love You All.
The Watkins & HGAAA Family
Anna Austin
May 16, 2011
Carolyn
I just heard about Earnie today. I am so
sorry for your loss. He was a wonderfull
man of God and now He is in his presence.
My prayers go out to you and your family.
May the God of all comfort continue to comfort you during this time.
Beverly Snow-Chavis
May 15, 2011
Carolyn & Family
I extend my deepest sympathy to you, I will be praying for you. You know God will not leave you or forsake you.
I wish you peace as he rests in heaven.
Thinking of you,
The Snow and Chavis families
Art&Bonnie Godfrey
May 14, 2011
To Joy and the entire Roddy Family, Sorry to here about your loss. The Bible says to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord, so even though this is a time of grief remember when our work on earth is through,God calls us home to make us new! Love You All
Liz Riley
May 13, 2011
I light a candle for the Love I have always had for this family. PaPa & Mema have always excepted me as one of their children when I needed them the most. I thank God for them in my life, but will miss PaPa with his Gentle Kindness and Spirit. God wanted him best and He will be in His loving care when Christ returns for the dead in Christ to meet Him in the air first. What a man of God who brought up a Godly family plus extended family. I love ya and will miss your presence on earth but I'm thankful to know that you are now at Peace......where one day you will have eternal life.....Amen
Irene Mathis
May 13, 2011
To the Roddy Family,
Sorry to learn of the loss of Mr. Roddy. I enjoyed all the fun times at Independence High school cheering with him and all the Roddy family. He's gone home to rest but I bet he'll be on the sidelines cheering for the Lord.
May 13, 2011
To the Roddy Family,
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that he was in Christ. We will continue to pray for your family. We love you all!!!
Warren and Madeline (Williams) Sanders (Southfield)
Don & Karen Luckie
May 13, 2011
Kim, Rocky, Joy & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and we send you our deepest sympathy.
Robert Hilton
May 13, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Taleia Drain
May 13, 2011
To the Roddy Family; I love you all. I will keep you in my prayers.
Todd Snow
May 13, 2011
My thoughts & prayers go out to the entire Roddy family! I am a better person for being graced with the presence of not only Mr.Roddy, but by the whole family. May God comfort you in your time of need. ~ Todd Snow
Lisa Everett Robinson and Paul Everett
May 13, 2011
MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. Mr Roddy will truly be missed. I remember his calm voice and that amazing smile. He always greeted you with a smile and truly passed that onto children caring and greeting others with a smile. I will continue to pray for the family.
Rodrick Calloway
May 13, 2011
My Prayers are with the Roddy Family in their time of loss. Mr. Roddy is now with God.
Sherlene Richardson
May 13, 2011
To The Roddy Family, you have my deepest condolences and prayer during the loss of your love one.
WARRENETTA KELLY-CURTIS
May 12, 2011
TO KIM & DINA AND THE ENTIRE RODDY FAMILY
MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW.
God will continue to bless this wonderful family!
Gary Hilton
May 12, 2011
W. Michael Green
May 12, 2011
My deepest condolences with your loss. I will say a prayer for the family. God Bless
Gary Hilton
May 12, 2011
May God continue to bless the entire family during theses difficult times.
Roddy family has always been very dear
to me personally.
sylvia Elliott
May 12, 2011
to the roddy family so sorry to hear about your loss remember family when Igrew up in southfeild as a child will always remember family wonderful peaple loving carering look up to Jesus always
zola guess
May 12, 2011
To the Roddy's our prayers and thoughts go out to you. He was the the nicest person. Just know he is in a better place.Your Friends Donna and Zola Diggs
Tom Carmichael
May 12, 2011
To Eric and family:
May you find peace in the thought that your loved one is in a better place. Weeping may endure for the night, but joy comes in the morning. God's blessing upon the family.
Cherie Palmer
May 12, 2011
Dina and Family,
On behalf of the Smiths, (Ms. Shirley, Phillip, me, Robyn, and Anthony) we extend our heartfelt sympathies during this difficult time. Spending time with Dina will forever be a part of my most cherished childhood memories. The Roddy house was always alive with folks coming and going in and out of the house, loud talking, louder laugher, playing games, teasing one another, doing flips and cartwheels, some crying and sometimes even a little fighting took place. But through it all, Mr. Roddy always had a friendly smile and a warm hello. He was always calm and soft spoken, but you knew by his actions that he was the head of his family. Through his smile, one could see just how much he loved them. He was the epitome of what a Father should represent; a calm leader that provides and protects his family. I will always remember him fondly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deboarh F Everett-Croom
May 12, 2011
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
May 12, 2011
To the Roddy Family:
Sorry for your loss ... You have my deepest sympathy and may the lord be with you and family during this time of sorrow.
Vernita Fitch-Francis
May 12, 2011
To the Roddy family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless you and the family during this time of sorrow.
Valerie Johnson
May 12, 2011
Dear Roddy Family, I am truly sorry for the loss of your father. My prayers are with you for God's comfort and peace to cover you during this difficult time.
Lenna Solomon
May 12, 2011
Kim and Dina - The Solomon,Gossett, and Simon family send our heartfelt condolence to your family. Heaven can't wait to receive their child. We are praying for the Roddy family and continue to be blessed.
Joyce Poole(Ross)
May 12, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Phyllis Coleman
May 12, 2011
To The Roddy Family, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.Rest in peace.
Fred, Mary, Brittany and Bandon White
May 12, 2011
Joy and Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Thelma P. and Janice M. Hoffman
May 12, 2011
Dear Members of the Roddy Family,
It is with great sadness that we feel for your loss. Elder Roddy always teased me by calling me "teacher" and my mom by telling her how pretty she is at 86. We loved to see him coming to greet us. All we can say is that Elder Roddy knew and loved the Lord. He loved his family both biological and spiritual. He loved his church.
While all of our hearts may be saddened, I know that he is gone home to meet his God and Saviour Jesus Christ. We have to remember "For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all." 2 Corinthians 4:17.
We love you.
Vaughn and Rita Stephenson
May 12, 2011
We are so very sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless You All.
Jim Chestnut
May 12, 2011
My sincere condolences go out to the Roddy family for your loss.
Sonya D. Allen
May 12, 2011
Todd & Family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of your father; may God bless & comfort you during your time of bereavement.
Octavia Woods
May 12, 2011
Kim and Dina i was so sorry to hear about your father. My prayers are with you and your family.May God bless your family in this time of loss.
Jane Bailey
May 12, 2011
Chris and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love The Hinkle Family -Fleet,Poosty,Tina & Aubery Jr.
May 12, 2011
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
May 12, 2011
To the Roddy family: Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. We are remembering you in our prayers. The Simon Family, Christ Centered Apostolic Church.
May 12, 2011
May god bless the Roddy family.
May 12, 2011
To Terry Jr. and family: I'm truly sorry for the lost of your Grandfather. My prayers are with you.
Jill J. Columbus OH.
David & Theresa Peppers
May 12, 2011
Joy & Family, May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
BROCK
May 12, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sharon Reid
May 12, 2011
Having resided on the same street in Southfield I always found Mr. Roddy to be a warm & friendly individual. Rika was always hanging out with Shawnee. I always considered Mr. & Mrs. Roddy the matriarchs of the neighborhood. Our deepest condolences to the family members during this difficult time. You will be in our prayers.
Kate Shumate
May 11, 2011
Eric: I am so sorry to learn of the death of your father. I will keep your family in my prayers
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