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for Juanita McCray
Carlottia Washington Scott
May 4, 2009
Gwen, Tony and Maxine,
My deepest condolences to you and the family.....................
Toodie is one of the brightest stars in the heavens! Having known her all of our lives, I am blessed to have had her as a true friend and running buddy. Her caring and giving so selflessly set the bar for all of us. She had a smile that could melt moutains, eyes that always sparkeled with fun, and a laugh that rocked the world. A day never went by that she was not willing to help someone. If years pasted us by, when we did finally talk, it was as though we had just seen each other an hour before. She was always my 'source' to catch up on the 'happenings' in El Paso. She will be sorely missed. While she is no longer with you physically, she will always be in your hearts. Although unable to be with you during this painful period please know I am always with you in spirit. May you continue to be blessed.
Mira Santiesteban
April 15, 2009
Juanita was a very special person, she will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers to the family. I attended the services which were so beautiful for a wonderful and careing person. I'm glad I had the preasure of working with her at DHS. Mira Santiesteban and Family
Penny Andersen
April 9, 2009
Juanita McCray gave so much of herself while she was here on earth. Now she is Heaven's angel. We'll never forget you, Juanita!
Chuck Gembinski
April 8, 2009
Juanita was always there for everyone in need. The foster children from El Paso County have lost their greatest advocate. She will be dearly missed.
Norma Williams
March 29, 2009
Juanita, it was in 1965 when I first met you, and your children. It seem like only yesterday. I always call you Tudie, we all did that knew you. I remember the positive person, and smile. I remember how our paths were similar. You will be truly missed. My prayers go out to your Children and Family.
Lois Taylor Garner
March 29, 2009
Gwen and Tony,your mother was a childhood friend, my deepest sympathy to your family.You are in my prayers.
Jean Haverstick
March 28, 2009
Robert Fulghum writes, "I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge - myth is more potent than history - dreams are more powerful than facts - hope always triumphs over experience - laughter is the cure for grief - love is stronger than death."
Juanita McCray embodied the best of what humanity can provide. She generously offered her life to the world as a role model, friend, and protector. Along the way, she caught us all up in her imagination, myth, dreams, hopes, laughter and love.
My condolences go to Gwen, Tony and Maxine.
Tunya
March 27, 2009
Juanita, you are truly missed. Thank you for your friendship and for all you have done for my family.
Harvey Pendleton
March 27, 2009
To Maxine, Gwen and Anthony,
Your sister and mother was my childhood friend. Later in life, she coached a group of us old "brokedown" basketball players, at the Douglas School reunions. What fun we had!
I will truly miss her infectious smile and biting wit! Be proud of her and what she accomplished.
My prayer is that you let God walk with you as you heal from this loss. He will always be with you.
Trusting in HIM,
Harvey J. Pendleton
Chaplain
Toodie and Maxine in El Paso on Madera St - Around 1951
Maxine Prescott Sarpy
March 27, 2009
I was greatly saddened to learn of the home going of my “little sister” Juanita McCray, known to all of us in her earlier years as Toodie. My parents, Mildred and Dewey Prescott were stand in parents for Toodie when her mother was at work, and consequently we spent many, many wonderful hours together, along with all the other loving families on the “row”. The Hudsons, McCrays, Jimersons, Mickels, Stevens, Bells, Mangrums, Prescotts, Aunt Willie Woods, Aunt Willie Caruthers, and the Butts, down the street from the “row”, to name a few. All my friends called her Maxine’s little Toodie, because we were always together. My mother would dress her for school every morning, as her Mom left early for work, and she would walk with my brother Billy and me to school daily. Toodie was a very smart, inquisitive young girl who loved to talk, and would not hesitate to let you know exactly how she felt on any subject, at any time. She was always a loving, kind and compassionate person, even as a little girl, and I was so extremely proud of the wonderful contributions that she made to society and the El Paso community through her advocacy for children and families during her mature years. She also loved her family and her children, Tony and Gwen, with her whole heart and soul. Through the years, whenever we spoke, there was never a time that she did not give me an update on the children. I send my heartfelt love to them both, and to Maxine. I would be with the family on tomorrow for the memorial services, but my brother, Billy, is in the hospital presently. I take solace in the fact that my parents, her parents, and all of our other loved ones were together to welcome her into paradise.
“Eternal rest grant unto Toodie, Oh Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul, and all the souls of our faithfully departed, through the mercy of God, REST IN PEACE”. Amen
Youi are once, twice, three times a lady.
Michael Hudson
March 27, 2009
I love you and miss you Tudie, more than you will ever know. You are one of my favorite sisters from the Madera "ROW".
Michael Hudson
Michael Hudson
March 27, 2009
I love you and miss you Tudie, more than you will ever kbow. You are one of my favorite sisters from the Madera "ROW"
I will see you later.
Michael Hudson
Michael Hudson
March 27, 2009
I love you and I miss you more than you know, you are one of my sisters from the Madera “ROW”
Pete T. Duarte
March 27, 2009
Juanita,
I know that you and Joy are laughing and enjoying each others company again! Both of you created so much positive energy when you were in each others company and both of you complemented the work that needed to be done for those that called on you. You will never be forgotten by those that waked along the path with you as we struggled to bring social justice, equality, serenity and peace to our community.
Gwen and Tony our parayers are with you and know that she was loved by many of us in El Paso.
Pete T. Duarte
Bells
March 27, 2009
Juanita you will always have a special place in our hearts. Bell, Juarez,and Hudson family.
veronica graham
March 27, 2009
my prayers are with you love always bonnie thank you for ever juanita i will always will miss you
Juanita and James Harley
March 27, 2009
Hebrews 13:2 "Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares." Juanita McCray was definitely an angel. We will always cherish her friendship and words of wisdom. We thank God for blessing our lives with her presence. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone during this difficult time.
Shirley Chisholm Griffin
March 27, 2009
I remember how helpful and loyal Juanita was in taking care of everyone she knew. She love people and showed by the giving of herself. I look forward to the resurrecton by Jesus Christ where we will see her again. Acts 24:15. My love and condolences to Gwen and Tony.
Rodolfo Ramirez
March 27, 2009
My condolences and prayers to Juanita's family. Her contributions to individuals and this community are endless and will be sorely missed! She is in God's Kingdom and is watching over everyone.
Tony Couder
March 27, 2009
Juanita, we will miss you dearly. You were always a part of our family. Thank you for all you did and continued to do. Rest easy now and know your job here on earth...was well done!! Love and respect.
To her family, our deepest condolences. She will forever be in the hearts of many,as I know she will remain in yours, God Bless
Kevin Bowes
March 27, 2009
Juanita, your love of life & People will forever be in our thoughts and prayers,thank you for making this world a better place.
MCCARTHY MORGAN
March 27, 2009
JUANITA, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. YOU HAVE GONE AND WE WILL FOLLOW.
THE MORGANS
Emma Wilkerson
March 26, 2009
You will be greatly missed.
Norma, Brian, Levi Ramos
March 26, 2009
Juanita, there is not enough space to give you the amount of thanks and love you deserve not only from me but from my children as well. Brian, Levi and I are so saddened by your passing. You played a huge part of me getting off drugs and going back to school. From helping me with therapy, bills or getting my kids jobs, you never gave up on me. Because of you, our family survived. OH MY GOD!!! The laughs we shared to counteract the tears! You were a good friend Juanita and I will miss you every day for the rest of my life. There will be a huge void left in the heart of all who knew you. Say high to my mom and Joey. Fly high my beautiful, funny friend...past the clouds...past the stars....and touch the face of God.
Tony and Gwen....our prayers are with you.
Joh Tanner
March 26, 2009
I miss her already One of ElPaso's greats.
veronica graham
March 26, 2009
i will miss you juanita and i will miss you always i love you veronica graham (bonnie)
Cecilia Smith
March 26, 2009
Gwen and Tony, I have known your mom since the mid-60's and she was always been a positive person and willing to help anyone. I also remember her wonderful sense of humor and laugh. You have my condolences; she will be greatly missed.
Jo Garcia-August
March 26, 2009
To the Family of Juanita,
Never did I hear her say an unkind word about anyone. She was always smiling and making the best of any situation. She was a fighter and a light unto this world. It was an honor to have known her. I am truly saddened by her passing but she is right where she would want to be "in the palm of Our Father's hand". God bless you all in this very difficult time.
James Coe
March 26, 2009
Thank you for the hallway conversations, comments , and laughs at 1359 Lomaland.. We had many laughs at Joe D. Brown's expense!! Your humanness, your humaneness, your wisdom, your understanding perspectives, leaves me with an appreciation for knowing a unique, loving person. Thank You.
Roger Priestly
March 26, 2009
Gwen and Tony, your mother will always be remembered as a person who gave her all to help the children who could not help themselves. May the memories help comfort you.
Angelica Jacquez
March 26, 2009
Dear Juanita,
How sad that such a wondeful like you left this world. They say "God only takes the best". It was a pleasure to have met you and worked with you at TVP Non-Profit. God Bless you and may you rest in peace. Juanita give my Bella a big kiss from me and tell her I miss and love her very much.
Margaret Humphries
March 26, 2009
Juanita you will be greatly missed. You were a big part of the Stevens family and I will always love you and remember you.
David Sanchez
March 26, 2009
Juanita we will miss you and keep you in our hearts forever.
Julie Foret
March 26, 2009
You set the bar very, very high with your devotion to children and elderly. Your energy was and will continue to be an inspiration to everyone who met you on this path we call life.
Margie Hernandez
March 26, 2009
Juanita...God has taken you into his arms and is keeping you safe for all of us for when we get there. We were blessed to have known you.
Edna De Lara
March 26, 2009
I had the pleasure to meet such a wonderful person here at the Workforce Center, my deepest condolences to her family.
James Bunton
March 26, 2009
Juanita McCray,
You and Max took me into your home when I had no where to go. You clothed me, fed me, and tried to keep me on the right road. You saved my life,People like you are rare indeed., you will be missed,but never forgotten
Love James Bunton
Irma
March 26, 2009
You're a great friend thank you for the laughs and most important thing in you, you have inspire us during the years....
Thank you Juanita.:)
Angie Luna
March 26, 2009
To a wonderful lady that I had the pleasure of working with. Had lots to talk about and shared stories about our wonderful kids. Always gave me good advise and encouraged me to keep my chin up. I will miss you dearly!!
Terry Pickett
March 26, 2009
Gwen and Tony - my condolences and prayers. Continuing to think of you during this time.
Victoria Jurado
March 26, 2009
Dear Juanita,I met you when in foster care and thanks to you I am a blessed person in all the times I run in to you we talk about old times and how much you changed the world you taught me forgiveness,and I do believe we are on this earth to help one another.I love you. you will always be in my heart.Tony and Quin in my prayers.
Abby Jones
March 26, 2009
Our community has lost a wonderful personality! Juanita always had a smile and encouraging word and was an untiring voice for the children of El Paso. I have admired her and her dedication for over 40 years and will miss her. Love and prayers to her family.
Gloria
March 26, 2009
What a wonderful, sweet woman and a great loss to the community. May the Lord send His comfort and peace to the family. She will be missed greatly.
Goodbye my friend, God's angels have carried you home.....
Dwayne Bolin
March 26, 2009
Dear Juanita,
I remember the good old days playing softball games with and against you we had really great times. You will be missed dearly. GOD BLESS YOU
James W Peterson
March 26, 2009
What a pleasure to have and keep the memories of our paths crossing over the past 35 years.
Walt Phillips
March 26, 2009
Juanita, more than you will ever know, you are missed already. So many wonderful things you have done for so many neglected/abused and needy children. You will always be my hero and I will do everything in my power to get the Child Advocacy Center named after you. You led a life that should be an example for others to follow.
You were the best and I miss your smile and words of wisdom. Now, God has one terrific angel to watch over us.
Moni T
March 25, 2009
I am glad to have had the opportunity to meet Ms. McCray. To the family: you are in our prayers.
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