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for Andrea Riggs
Tia Woods
July 7, 2008
It's been a year since she left and I still can't believe she's gone. I still think about her on a constant basis. Everytime I see a bright color, everytime I see the color green, everytime I see a fine piece of art or a nice piece of jewelry I think of her. I know I have not lived up to my obligations BUT you must know that I love you still now and always. Because of Andrea my life is different, my thought process on alot of things are different just because she was a part of my life. To the family I love now and always.
Tia
Delareen "Patsy" (Hong) Kennedy
August 6, 2007
I went to school with Andrea and was a neighborhood friend of Nakey. To the Caldwell family, Nakey and kids my thoughs and prayers are with you in the sorrowful time.
Words are never enough at a time like this. Those whom you love will always live on in your heart.
May the loving memories you hold close to your heart light your way down a path of control and peace with deepest sympathy.
Chell B.
July 25, 2007
Natkey and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Alisha (Gunn) Richards
July 23, 2007
To: Nakey, Caldwell Family and most of all Andrea's children
My most deepest sympathy goes out to you all. I pray for God's hand to hold you when you are weak, guide you when you don't know where to turn, and comfort you when life overwhelms you.
With much love,
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Delores Willis
July 16, 2007
To Nathaniel and Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Remember that you will always have Andrea in your heart, and you will never be alone. May God keep and bless you in your time of need.
Ma (Ms.Willis)
Trina,Ty,Tonya
Deana & Martin Byrd
July 13, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers goes out to the family with our deepest sympathy.
Mike & Sharen Fox
July 13, 2007
Bob & Carla, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.
SHAWNDRIKA STEVENS-GARDNER
July 13, 2007
TO THE CALDWELL AND RIGGS FAMILY,
I WOULD LIKE TO SEND MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES AND PRYAERS TO YOU ALL. I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH ANDREA AND SHE WAS A VERY SWEET INDIVIUAL, THAT I'M GLAD TO HAVE KNOWN OVER THE YEARS. WHEN EVER I SEEN HER SHE WOULD HAVE THAT BEAUTIFUL SMILE ON HER FACE AND WOULD BE MATCHING FROM HEAD TO TOE LIKE ALWAYS. EVEN THOUGH SHE HAS LEFT THIS PLACE HERE ON EARTH, REMEMBER THAT THE LORD MAKES NO MISTAKES. SHE WILL BE WITH YOU ALL IN SPIRIT AND IN THOUGHTS. STAY STRONG AND PLEASE LOOK TO THE LORD FOR COMFORT IN YOUR TIME OF NEED. GOD BLESS YOU ALL...
FROM MY FAMILY TO YOURS
THE LEGGETT,GARDNER AND SMITH FAMILY
Laurie Ann May
July 12, 2007
I've known Andrea for over 20 years. I love Andrea like a sister. She was a sweetheart. Andrea loved to dress nice and she was very intelligent and loved her son with all her heart. Andrea had a beautiful spirit(character) that will carry on through the ceasless ages until God calls her.
To the Caldwell & Riggs family,
Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life.
Most assuredly, I say to you, the hour is coming, and now is, when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God; and those who hear will live. For as the Father has life in Himself, so He has granted the Son to have life in Himself, and has given Him authority to execute judgment also, because He is the Son of Man.
Do not marvel at this; for the hour is coming in which all who are in the graves will hear His voice.
John 5:24-28
Aldean Johnson
July 12, 2007
To Riggs & Caldwell Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Wanda
July 12, 2007
To The Family
I never met Andrea but I know her brother Barry Caldwell and I know of Andrea's long battle. My heart goes out to the family and rememmber She's in heaven now at peace. I am sorry for your lost and I will keep you Guys in my prayers.
Helen Williams
July 12, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ivelisse DeJesus
July 12, 2007
To the Riggs and Caldwell Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
We are sorry for your loss.
Andrea will remain in our hearts forever.
Cleo Cotton
July 12, 2007
To the Family
I send my condelence to the family. Remember the times together. For she is in a better place.
Tia Woods
July 12, 2007
God gives us angels only for a season to learn from, to play with, to love. My season lasted with Andrea for 19 years, in those 19 years she has taught me so many things, how to love unconditionally, to laugh even when I did not feel like it, to be STRONG in times of adversity, to be a true and honest friend.
To "Dad", Barry, Robbie, Carla and Josh,trust in God and only he can and will guide you through this rough time. I love you always and my prayers are with you.
LORI BELL-CARTER
July 12, 2007
BOB & CARLA & CALDWELL FAMILY,
MY HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY. YOU WILL BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
GOD BLESS
LORI BELL-CARTER & FAMILY
Keanaha Abrams
July 12, 2007
To Bob, Mama Carla, Josh, Nate and the Entire Family-
I would like to send my deepest sympathies. Annie is now in a better place she is happier now and smiling down on all of us. Mama Carla, Bob & Nate stay strong for Josh. Right now it's hard but now is the time where he will definitely need all of you. Annie is definitely loved and she will deeply be missed. May god be will you guys thru all the hard times. God Bless and if you need anything Carla & Bob I'm here.
Love
Keana & Aa.
joanne list
July 12, 2007
I meet Andera during her stay in the hospital. and all she talk about how luckey she was to have the parents she had taking care of her and her son joshua. its important to know that she love you guys very much. may god bless you and keep you strong.
Katrice Williams
July 11, 2007
I send my condelence to the family at this time. May God keep you stong
Thomas and Tawanda Johnson
July 11, 2007
To The Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you journey through this time of separation.
God please bless this family with faith and strength in their time of need.
Marisa Gordy
July 11, 2007
It seems just like yesterday that me, Andy, and Takiya were sitting playing, laughing, and talking or getting in trouble... I will take all those memories and hold them close to my heart and hope that friends and family will do the same.. remember Andy's big smile and big heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you "Uncle Bobby", Barry, Robbie, and Joshua. May God bless you....
Millicent Fitzpatrick
July 11, 2007
To Nathaniel, Josh & Family
I'm so sorry for the lost of your love one. Even though it hurts not to have Andy here in person always know that she will always be with you in spirit. Andy is out of pain and will not suffer anymore. If there is anything that anyone of you need, please don't hesitate to let me know.
Sharlene Thomas
July 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kelly Kirkley-Bey
July 11, 2007
Bobby "C", Momma Carla, and Josh,
May God give you the strength to make it through the day and the peace of mind to know she is in a better place. Blessings to the Riggs and Cardwell family.
Takiya Jean (Formally Jones)
July 11, 2007
Words cannot even express the sadness that I feel, but it brings comfort to know that Andy is in a better place and she is no longer suffering.
I send my prayers to each of you in your time of grief. God will give you the strength and the peace that you need - Just hide in Him and allow Him to comfort you.
Much Love.
Joy Mounds
July 11, 2007
Bob, Carla, Josh, and family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Josh your mommy will always be with you in sprit. She loved you and you will always be in her heart. Love, Joy
Pam McBride
July 11, 2007
Carla,Bob,Josh&Family
Please accept our deepest symapathies. Annie is in a better place without pain, our prayers go out to you all.
Pam,Anita& Quiona and family
Charles Boyd Sr.
July 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Antoinette Sherrod
July 11, 2007
To: Caldwell Family
From: Antoinette, Tonya and Margie Sherrod
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to your family during this time.
Kay-Kay
July 11, 2007
To Carla, Bob, Josh and family:
We are extremely saddened to hear of Annie's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies. If you need anything, I am a phone call away... Love Kay-Kay and The Family~
Mark and Ericka Sherrod
July 11, 2007
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 1998-2007
July 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family, please stay strong and may God Bless you.
Shannon Berry and Family
Sonja Harris-Jones
July 11, 2007
~~Words can not express what my heart feels- Robert, Evelina, Robbie and Barry I love you all..we may not converse everyday but, the love remains; God will take care of Andy and she is missed. My deepest sympathy @}-----<<-----
Laurie Mounds
July 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jibrelle W. Williams
July 11, 2007
To the Caldwell family, Barry, Robbie, and Mr. "C", my deepest sympathy. To her husband & family, she is at peace in a better place with a brand new body free of pain and discomfort. My prayers go out to you all. Barry, Robbie, & Mr. "C" if you need anything I'm just around the corner. May God Bless you all.
Peace & Grace
Jibrelle
Rashida
July 11, 2007
I'm very sorry for your loss. I really didn't know Andrea that well, but she is the sister to Barry. He is good person so i can Imagine how great she was. God bless the Riggs and Caldwell family stay strong.
Rashida
E.Hartford, CT
Terri Bradford-Sims
July 11, 2007
To The Mounds & Caldwell Family,
I would like to send my condolensces to the family.
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