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Sandra Saxton Obituary

Saxton Sandra "Suggie" Saxton, 73, passed away on October 12, 2013. She was born March 25, 1940 in Middletown, OH to the late King Ausberry and Florence Bennett. She leaves to honor her memory, her "Bestest Friend", Ernest Saxton; children, David (Janet) Ausberry, Shadidi (Alex) Carmon, Crystal Jefferson, Ronald Ausberry and Lucy Stewart, additionally Sandra, Glenda, Tina, Leo and family; 18 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; five brothers; two sisters; and a host of other family members. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. at Bible Way Church, 453 S. Wheatland Ave., Columbus, OH 43204, where Family will accept friends from 10-11 a.m. To view a complete obituary, please visit www.EdwardsFuneralService.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 18 to Oct. 19, 2013.

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SHIRLEY CHAPMAN

December 23, 2013

TO THE SAXTON,
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT SUGGIE, I JUST FOUND OUT. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL. IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW.

SHIRLEY CHAPMAN AND FAMILY

November 25, 2013

Dear Family,

My deepest Sympathy, please know that we are praying for you.

Mariko, Charles & family

Love Suggie

October 23, 2013

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

Maggie Little

October 22, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

David Bennett

October 21, 2013

Praying for God's peace,comfort, and strength during this time of sorrow.

Brian Graham

October 20, 2013

Ernie, Bev, Bogen, Crystal, Corners, and Lucy. I am so dory for your loss. You are in my prayers at this time and always. Mrs. Suggie was such a special funny lady. She always made you feel special and loved no matter what. I have so many memories of her I will keep for every. God has another special angel in heaven with him now.

October 20, 2013

Erinie, Crystal, Lucy, Bogen, Corners,Bev I am so sorry for your loss. There won't be another like Mrs. Suggie. She could make you laugh when you were down and she always made you feel love no matter what. I will miss her but God has a new angel with him looking down on you. My prayers are with you at this time and always.

Diana Walker

October 20, 2013

Bogen, Bev, Crystal, Lucy and Corners, we are so glad that we had the pleasure of knowing your loving mother, Mrs. Suggie. Our family is asking GOD to lift your family in this sadden time. We will keep you all embraced in our arms as well as in GOD's hands. God bless. The Walker and Graham families.

Lainey Valentine

October 20, 2013

Crying only last for a night, joy will come in the morning. When ever we think of Suggie we will cry but after we cry there will be a smile because that what Suggie did she made you smile. If you need to talk call me.

Carol L. Smith

October 19, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Cecelia (Valentine) Callender

October 19, 2013

To Suggie's family: Suggie's life here is over but the work she has done will be here forever. Stay close to each other.

Lainey VALENTINE

October 19, 2013

I have not seen SUGGIE in five years but I have some very special memories that I'll have forever. Cry if it helps but I know that if you truly knew Suggie after your good cry you'll have a smile. That's what she did and will always do make you smile. Please call me if you need to talk. Love Ya Lainey

larry/joy stevenson

October 19, 2013

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.

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