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Grace Bell Bridges Dedert

Grace Dedert Obituary

Grace Ann Bridges Dedert Mrs. Grace Ann Bridges Dedert of Dothan died Wednesday, March 17, 2010. She was 69. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 4 to 6 P.M. Sunday, March 21, 2010. Flowers will be accepted. Mrs. Dedert was born on June 27, 1940 in Richmond, Indiana and moved to Dothan in 1968. She was an amazing wife, business partner, mother, grandmother and great-grand-mother. She raised 3 sets of children and was a very compassionate and professional nurse. She would do without just so others could have what they needed. She was preceded in death by her father, Otis Bell. Survivors include: her mother, Ruby Bell, her husband, Don Dedert, daughters, Terrie Davis Drury (Joe), Sherrie Davis Foust (Quintin), Wendy Davis Northington (Jeff Bass), Nita Bridges (Jim Myers), grandchildren, Melanie Lyons, Kristy Sorrells, Joshua Sorrells (Cianna), Emily Parish (Allen), Justyce Foust, Shelby Myers, great-grandchild-ren, Coby Lyons, Kileeann Sorrells, Lauren Parish, a sister, Donna Johnson (Marshall) and brother, Scott Bell (Barbara). Ward Wilson Memory Hill Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematory, (334) 792-4194, is in charge of arrangements. Visit us at www.wardwilson.com. Sign the guest book at www.dothaneagle.com

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Published by Dothan Eagle from Mar. 19 to Mar. 21, 2010.

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Jean Doeberl

April 3, 2010

Sherrie, I was so upset to hear the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. She was such a good and sweet lady. She will greatly be missed! We love you very much. Craig and Jean Doeberl

Cindy Luzar

March 26, 2010

To Grace Ann's family: Please accept my deepest sympathy. My father, Oren D. Samuels, Jr (aka JR), used to babysit Grace Ann and her Aunt Betty Lou (who were close in age). He loves those "girls" and is quite taken aback at her tragic death. I will have him leave his own message when I have him over (as he doesn't have a computer).

Lisa Lee Nichols

March 24, 2010

Terrie, Sherrie, Wendy, and Nita, I am so sad to hear of the loss of your mom. She was such a sweet lady. I know that Ricky wishes that he could have been here for you all. If there is anything that I can do please do not hesitate in letting me know. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Lisa Lee Nichols

March 22, 2010

Grace was a good woman,mother,grandmother,and greatgrandmother at least she is in a better place now.She will never be forgotten and my heart goes out to everyone who cared and loved her.

March 22, 2010

Sherrie & family,
Our sincere condolences. You are all in our thoughts & prayers.
Kelly & Austin Flinn

Laura Doty

March 22, 2010

Terrie and "Grace" Family, I'm SO sorry for your loss and pain. My prayers are with you all.

Ronda Andrews

March 22, 2010

To the family of Grace Bridges and my dear friend Terri Drury, my thoughts and parayer are with you in this time of tragic grief. May all of the memories of your mother bring you comfort.

JoVon Sharman

March 22, 2010

Dearest Terrie, Joe and Melanie,

My heart goes out to all of you and I wished you did not have to go through this sad and difficult time in your lives. Your mom was an incredible lady and I know how very much she will be missed. Thankfully we will all be together again one day! I love you all, JoVon

March 22, 2010

Joe & Terrie - Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. Greg & Vicki Morrison (Tallahassee, FL)

Lisa Perez

March 22, 2010

I am so sorry to hear what happened. Wendy my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God has another angel in heaven to watch over you and your loved ones...Love you girl.

March 22, 2010

Dear Terrie and Family of Grace,
I am lost for words. I just don't know what to say, because nothing I say will take the pain away that you feel right now. And no one should every have to endure this kind of hurt and pain. I can say that you are in my prayers to give you the strength to be strong like your mother would want you to. I can honestly say that your mother, Grace, is in a much better place, because sometimes I really feel that hell is living on earth.

God Bless You,
Angie & Steve Mathis

March 22, 2010

I am very sad to hear of such a fine lady passing. I worked with Grace in Home Health for the Health Department several years ago. She was a wonderful nurse and person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Martin R.N. Nurse Consultant for the Alabama Department of Public Health.

Jackie Potts Culpepper

March 21, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

shelly holton

March 21, 2010

our thoughts and Prayers are with you in your time of Loss.

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gail bradshaw

March 21, 2010

Mrs,Grace was a good women,and friend,she has been my neighbor for years,and would help me any way she could,and I will always love and miss her,and my heart goes out to her family.

Judy Brumfield

March 21, 2010

Terrie and family,
My heart goes out to you and your family at this very sad and difficult time. I have thought and prayed for you since I learned of your great loss. She was a beautiful lady.
Judy Brumfield

March 21, 2010

Dwain and I were shocked to hear about Grace Ann. She was such a good friend when we lived in Dothan. I know you girls were loving and supportive daughters and will miss her . She was a hard worker and is now is the restful arms of God. We will always remember the friendship we shared beginning with nursing school.
Becky and Dwain Fletcher, Daphne, Al.

Wheeler Family

March 21, 2010

Sherrie and family, words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about death of your Mom. We are here to support you in your grieving process.

Ken Clark

March 21, 2010

Dear Sherrie, Terri, Wendy and Nita,
It almost tore my heart out to hear what happened to Grace Ann. Sherrie you and Grace were my best friends for many years. We worked, laughed and cried together. I was fresh out of nursing school, Grace took me under her wing and taught me everything I needed to know, she then got me my first job in Intensive Care. I owe my entire 27 years as a nurse to Grace. She was like a mother to me. I have worked 20 years in Intensive care and never have had the hurt in my heart I feel today for all of you. Grace Ann was one of the worlds most admired Mothers, Grandmothers, and Great-Grandmothers any family could have. I am and will always be honored to have been able to call her my friend.
With Love and prayers For The Entire. Family

Pryor McGinnis

March 20, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of Grace Ann's passing. I know you kids will miss her. Wish I had kept in contact.

Felicia Johnson

March 20, 2010

I do not know your family personally; however my heart is filled with sadness for each one of you! My prayers and thoughts are with you all! God Bless!

Rhonda Bass

March 20, 2010

Terrie & Joe,
Words fail me as I try to convey my sorrow for the pain you are bearing. Knowing your mom is safely in God's hands doesn't lessen the hurt of not having her here, but there is COMFORT that you'll see her again. Terrie, I didn't know your mom but I do know she raised a wonderful, loving daughter who just by having her named mentioned brings a smile to my face. You are her legacy....and what an awesome tribute she made to the world through you. Our love, tears, and prayers are with you, Joe, Melonie, Coby & your sisters.
Rhonda, Hannah & Emily Bass

Candace and James Martin

March 20, 2010

Sherrie and family,Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this trying time.Your wonderful memories will bring you through.Stay strong.

Colleen Hardy

March 20, 2010

I didn't know Grace's family but have been holding each of you in my thoughts and prayers; I worked with Grace many years ago and she truly lived up to her name 'Grace', along with 'compassion' for those in her care. She will be greatly missed.

Tena Leverette

March 20, 2010

I'm so very sorry to hear of this tremendous loss. Grace was a warm, wonderful person, and a fabulous Nurse. She will be so missed. Heartfelt condolences, and prayers to her family.

Jodi Enfinger

March 19, 2010

I will continue praying for each one of you through this difficult time. Your mother was a beautiful lady and I remember her so well when we were teenagers. God Bless you all.

Mike and Jo Ann Strickland

March 19, 2010

Terrie,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

March 19, 2010

Terrie and family...my heart is so saddened by the loss of your mother. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Dawn Loepke Mosbaugh

Karen Cloud

March 19, 2010

Terrie, Joe and daughters,
I very sorry for you sudden loss of your mother.

Sue Reynolds

March 19, 2010

My prayers go out to your entire family. I met your mom a few times when she loaned SEACT chairs for our last play. She was very sweet and kind and a pleasure to talk to.

Gary & Renée (Rant) Maye

March 19, 2010

Sherrie and Family,
We are so sorry about the sudden loss of your mother. I didn't know her, but she sounds like a very special woman. May God bless and comfort you and your family during this difficult time.

G G

March 19, 2010

Terrie,My prayers are with you and your sisters

March 19, 2010

Grace, I have loved you and your daughters for many years. I will never forget how you nursed me from a very difficult health issue, and put the people in my life I needed. You will be missed my dear one.
Much Love,
Laura Dulac Mercer

Laura Dulac-Mercer

March 19, 2010

Grace, I have loved you and your daughters for many years. I will never forget how you nursed me from a very difficult health issue, and put the people in my life I needed. You will be missed my dear one.
Much Love,
Laura Dulac Mercer

SHERRY GRADDY

March 19, 2010

My Dear Friend Terrie and Family,

I am so sorry for your sudden lose. I stayed awake most of the night thinking about how we were just talking that night of your wonderful plans for your Mom's 70th surprise Birthday party and thinking this couldn't of happened. I kept trying to figure out how to take some of your pain away. I woke up the next morning hoping it was just a bad dream. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here if you need anything.
I myself have found great comfort knowing there is a better place and our love ones are watching over us until we meet again. Believe in Angels, and do know they welcomed a new one on Wednesday.

Love,

Sherry & Frank
Emily & Jared Graddy

Sheryl Jenkins

March 19, 2010

I will continue to pray for you girls, may God's Grace stay with you everyday. All my love.

Harry Freeman

March 19, 2010

My sincere condolences go out to the daughters and family of Ms. Bridges.

March 19, 2010

She was a gracious lady whom I met recently and was looking forward to getting to know better. Sometimes we just can't understand how life unfolds. So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Kaye Barbaree

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