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for Robert Bates
John R. Williams Jr.
July 17, 2013
Our prayers go out to the family you will be missed.
Phyllis Coleman Allen
July 16, 2013
My sympathy for your families loss. R.I.P. my Classmate of 1977
Tina Jones
July 15, 2013
My condolences to you Erna and Family ,in the lost of your loved one,May God give you strength to endure in your time of sorrow,.
Renee Dyer-Owens
July 12, 2013
My condolences to the Bates family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love and peace to the entire family.
LaVera Prewitt
July 12, 2013
Deidre and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Adrienne Powell
July 11, 2013
Erna and family. I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I'll always remember the better days when we were all trying to build our businesses while jammin' with the GOADS/Amway. Peace be with all of you.
Eld. Greg James
July 11, 2013
May God bless you and keep you in this time of sorrow.
Angela Billingsley
July 11, 2013
Sorry about your lost Erna.
Angela & Tiehara
July 11, 2013
Victoria and Family, my heart goes out to you and your family! It is difficult saying goodbye to our siblings - stay strong in your faith and God will give you the peace that surpasses all understanding.
Jackie Chapman
Carrie Christine
July 11, 2013
Victoria, Ms. Gloria and family - praying God's comfort and peace will surround you as you walk through the difficult days ahead. Know you are loved!
Otto Thomas
July 11, 2013
Sorry about your loss Erna. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Herbert White
July 11, 2013
Erna and Family,
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to all of you during this season. I have great memories working with Bob at Mettler-Toledo along with more great times in business and at your home. May God's grace, love and healing power embrace you. May the Holy Spirit continue to comfort you more than words can express.
Rest my brother.
JS Jindal
July 11, 2013
May God give peace to the soul, courage, strength and blessings to your family. My regards.
July 10, 2013
Family,
Please know that my earnest thoughts and prayers are with you now and forever. May God's ultimate comfort surround you.
Love,
Dr. Beverly Crockett -- Moreno Valley, CA
July 10, 2013
Victoria and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Remember God will take care of you all. Love and blessings, Terri Ellis & family.
LYNN CARTER
July 10, 2013
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. GOD WILL SEE YOU THROUGH YOUR TIMES OF SORRROW.
V. Walker-Daniel
July 9, 2013
Erna and Family,
You have our deepest sympathy.
Love you! Be Strong!
Lady and Aunt Essie
Jeff Siegel
July 9, 2013
My deepest condolences Victoria to you and your entire family. May the memory of your Brother be a blessing to all. May his deeds in this World be a testament for him in the world to come and to those who mourn for him!
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