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LeAndrew Gaddie Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for LeAndrew Gaddie
Pamela Banks-Gaddie
August 26, 2004
Where do I begin? Well, according to Webster a guest is--a visitor or a friend entertained in the house or at the table of another. He further states that a book is a printed or written literary work; a volume; division of a literary work. I know some can follow me in the spirit. I am a guest to this book on a regular basis. So, I guess I visit Laron's house and sit at his table quite often. Laron was a literary work to all. His life and love was a book that many have read and will continue to read for years to come. Everytime one of my sons sing, turn back flips or repeat a familiar phrase that Laron spoke I am rereading the book "Laron's Impact on the World". I remember the day that I came to New Jerusalem Whole Truth Church Laron was singing the song "there is not a friend like lonely Jesus, no not one, well, there may not be a friend like the lonely Jesus but Laron Gaddie came very close. Those words sung from his heart caused a broken vessel to come to Christ. I am more determined than ever to see Jesus. My friend Laron is part of the great cloud of witnesses. God bless the Gaddie family.
Marcus Calyen
June 25, 2004
Without "Ron", I would not have the desire to play the organ.I watched him, I watched him, and I watched him. Everybody says,"you play and sound just like Ron". I thank god for him because he was my hero, my friend, my brother. Ron was there for me when my own family wasn't there. I love him and i miss him dearly. But,one thing I know, god doesn't make any mistakes. Ron i love you and i miss you. And cause of God calling you home, I have another reason to go to heaven. I will see you again. My prayers are with the family, and I know God don't make mistakes. I love you guys keep holding on to God then we all can see 1st God, 2nd, our friend.
Tabatha Hubbard
June 16, 2004
Matthew 6:1 "Take heed that you do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your father which is in heaven".* Whatever LaRon did for someone, he did it in secret. It was always done out of love and friendship. He would on occassion walk up to so many of us and say come by and see me at the shop. Once you got there he would encourage you by giving you a banging hairstyle and treating you to lunch at one of his favorite soulfood resturants. No one would ever know that he was doing this for you because he was not doing this for show; but out of love. I will miss his laugh , his smile, and his beautiful voice. My deepest regrets to the entire Gaddie Family. Minister Tabatha Hubbard and Family. Houston Tx.
Curtis Swaringam
May 27, 2004
What an honor it was to be acquainted with LaRon in ministry. Certainly, I have witnessed many lives he has ministered to, one being my own. Never have I met such a talented brother in Christ - and I will miss the gifts LaRon shared so graciously with us.
Carla Harrison
May 24, 2004
From the rising of the sun to the going down of the same, Your name is worthy to be praised. This is what "Ron" did, he praised God all the time..Ron learned to give God a yet praise. He gave God a sacrifice of praise. He gave God a stand still and know that I AM GOD praise. Although his body was filled with red blood, it was also filled with praise. I was so delighted to have known this TRUE man of honor, valor and much respect, who was so real in everything he did. Ron you are now singing to our Father in Heaven "from the rising of the sun to the going down of the same." Much Love--Minister C. Harrison
To My Anointed & Appointed Pastor and First Lady--Lee Edward & Pearlie Gaddie and Family my prayers, and love are constantly with you.
Didi gutman
May 23, 2004
To the Gaddie Family:
I want you to know that I have great memories of Laron and of yourselves and my love is with you.
Dana Howard
May 21, 2004
To the family of Mr. Laron Gaddie:
I just wanted to let you know that my prayers are with you. I had the pleasure of meeting Laron through my sister Twyla Burks and what a pleasure it was, to have met such a wonderful person. Everytime, I would see Laron he always had a kind word and a beautiful smile to go behind the words. I would also like to say to the siblings, continue to stand together and let no one come between that bond. I know what it's like to lose someone that is truly special and dear to your heart. My prayer is that God will continue to keep you tucked safely in his arms.
With deepest sympathy,
Rev. & Sis. Lester & Dana Howard
Orquidia Salamanca
May 20, 2004
To the family, you are in my prayers. To, Laron, thanks for always being yourself walking around with a great big smile, the memories of our small encounters and conversations will always be in my heart and memories, you always made me feel part of your family. Thanks for singing and praising god with all your heart you are an inspiration that bring me closer to god. You’re music and songs will always be with me.
With love and memories
Orquidia Salamanca and family
Terrell Willis
May 19, 2004
Thank God for the life and legacy of Minister Laron Gaddie. He has blessed many thru his life, his gifts, advice, and finance. He was the realest person I have ever known. Thank you for all the times we shared. You were a good friend in your own way. I will always love and remember you.
The Cortez Family
May 17, 2004
We just would like to say that we really love LaRon Gaddie and his entire family.We are LaRon's biggest fans. his voice is so amazing. Sometimes we have to ask the Lord why. We cant seem to believe that he has left us.We know that he really did love us.But further along we will understand.So cheer up and live in the sunshine. LaRon went to hide behind that mountain,where those chilly winds dont blow! We love and will keep praying for the Gaddie family.
Rennette Brown
May 14, 2004
To the Gaddie family,
My prayers are that God will keep and comfort you in the homegoing on LaRon. He and I sang together in the Just Say No Choir when we were much younger. I can still hear him singing the end of " A Portrait of God's Family." In our gospel community, he will truly be missed.
Cedric Ballard
May 10, 2004
Just want to say that I will miss my friend of so many years. You rarely find people who are so transparent and not ashamed to be who they really are. When you know who's you are, then it's not hard being yourself. LaRon knew he was anointed by God to impact peoples life, and that he did. Whether it was through song, laughter, encouragement, or simply telling you exactly how he feels, your life was never the same. Alot of people could not get away with saying some of the crazy things that LaRon would say to some of his close friends, but if you really knew Laron, you knew he was all about love and kindness. I pray that the Gaddie family be blessed, and that God continues to hold them together in love. God is still worthy of our Praise!
Herb Hoskins
May 7, 2004
I sang in the Praise Team of the New Jerusalem Whole Truth Church where Laron was minister of music Faithfully. I also sang back-up for his personal ministry. Laron was also my mentor in the hair styling business, everything i know i got from him. After he was all those things to me he was closest friend (and a brother) i wll never forget his ministry or his life because they were hand in hand.I say to all of us who loved him and still love him ,lets do what he would do "SHOW LOVE". Thats what he was an example of "LOVE" .......on behalf Me , Judy Sanders, Shenell Dixon, Stephanie Biscoe (praise leader), and Niaomi Allen (The Praise Team) We thank you and love you for praying for us ....we are praying for you . The New Jeruslam Church Family Thanks you GOd bless And keep you
The Friends..
To: The Family
I have never seen a group of people as strong as you all we have recieved strength from being around you. We thank God such strong leaders (Apostle L.E. Gaddie & Evan. Pearlie Gaddie) God bless you.........
Reza Lewis
May 6, 2004
My sincerest condolences. I know pain of losing a loved one and in saying that, I realize there are no words to console you. Time is the only thing that will alleviate your pain. "Look to the hills from which cometh your help." Always know that God is with you and with Him you can endure all things.
Like many others, I have very fond memories of LeAndrew. Thinking of the times we spent clowning around in school, makes me smile. To the Gaddie Family all my love and best wishes.
Blanche McAllister
May 4, 2004
Just want to encourage the family and apologize for my absence at the going home service. I pray your peace and strength in the absence of someone I love so dearly and in return received love. God bless and I will miss him dearly..
Will Horn
May 4, 2004
There are few people in this world who eminate life the way LaRon did. I only had the pleasure of meeting him a couple of times, but he made such and incredible impression on me. The first time I met him, I was actually in the hospital with food poisoning and I was miserable. He came not to see me, but my best friend who flew into town to check on me. When LaRon got there, I had to ask him to please stop making me laugh because it hurt. The laughter that he brought was medicine for me though. Even though he's not here with us in tangible/tactile way anymore, the memories of the times we shared with him will serve as medicine for our souls for many years to come. THANKS SO MUCH LARON!
Andrea Wallace
May 4, 2004
WOW, what a unique way to honor a truly unique person. To the Gaddie Family "THANK YOU for such a wonderful gift." I met LaRon through a musical play we did together and from the VERY FIRST MOMENT it was laughter!!! I miss his kind spirit, gorgeous smile, anointed voice, and most of all his sense of humor. LaRon, I miss and love you dearly. I will always remember North Carolina, the Omni and "Where my mama????"
Nakitta Clegg
May 4, 2004
Philippians 1:21 For me to live is Christ and to die is gain.
Oh to be where you are one day LaRon is what I'm striving for, to see Jesus I know that you are there, We will meet again! To the Gaddie family you are in my prayers. I wasnt able to make it to any of the services but my heart was there. I loved LaRon very much because he was very real everytime I saw him there was no difference in the way he treated me. He always showed me much love and support in my career and always shared words of encouragement. He will be missed just having someone around in the music industry who wasnt caught up in a name and where a person was from and ect...it was refreshing to the industry just knowing that there was still someone genuine around. Thank You LaRon, Thank God for LaRon!!!! And May God continue to Bless and Keep the Gaddie Family!
Stephanie Biscoe
May 3, 2004
On behalf of the praise team of New Jerusalem Whole Truth Church, where Minister Laron Gaddie was minister of music and praise team, we thank you for your outpouring of love and kind words. We also miss him dearly! He was a legend in his own right, and an awesome singer. I was also blessed to be his best friend for 20 years. Lets all continue in his example of showing love to one another. God bless you and keep you is our prayers.
Donna Henry
May 3, 2004
I met Laron while visiting in hou and his voice just stood out of a crowd as a angel! He was a really good friend, i remember getting a solo at church and calling him and saying what run should i put in there and he hooked it up. He will be missed by all of his Denver fans..
Chad Brawley
May 3, 2004
Well, we've had a GREAT LOSS! Laron was a WONDERFUL SINGER but even more than that he was a WONDERFUL PERSON! Full of life, smiles, clowning, ministry and etc... He brought sooo much joy to soooo many of us! He's finally at home experiencing FULL JOY with his creator! Laron you know I love you man! I have from day one... and always will! You will NEVER die here on earth until the last person who's life you affected has expired..
Dana Paige
April 30, 2004
Surely Heaven is rejoicing with the arrival of LaRon! LaRon was one of the genuinely nicest & sweetest persons I have met. When I lost my brother Qualyn in December 2002, LaRon was right there to offer words of comfort, so I would not miss this oppurtunity to do the same. His presence will truly be missed but his Spirit will always be with us. On behalf of RON SUMMERS & SOUNDS OF LEVI, we will miss LaRon at our rehearals and/or concerts yelling "Sang Ya'll!!" He was a very giving person and always supportive of our ministry. We will continue to pray your strength. From the rising of the sun 'till the going down of the same God's name is worthy to be praised! God Bless You!
Robbie Cullen (Jones)
April 30, 2004
LaRon was very special to me and will be missed.
Sherri Crawford
April 30, 2004
Oh, How we will miss LaRon, I will miss the Jokes, Laughter, & The Praise you get sitting in his chair. I know Heaven is having a great Praise Party Now! To the Gaddie Family, Stay strong in the Lord for He is your strength. For the family of Sacrifice Of Praise Tabernacle is praying for you! He brought great joy to our Church when he ministerd.
LAZARE LASONYA
April 30, 2004
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU GUYS. HE WILL BE MISS DEARLY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU'LL
HABEEB AKINYOSOYE
April 29, 2004
I DID NOT KNOW HIM MUCH, BUT MY WIFE ALWAYS TALKED ABOUT HIM. SHE SAID HE HAD A PERSONALITY OUT OF THIS WORLD AND WAS HEAVENLY SENT. I KNOW ONE THING, HE WAS A GIFTED PERSON WITH HIS HANDS AND SIGHT. I HOPE HE IS IN A MUCH BETTER PLACE, AND IS FEELING THE LOVE HE IS GETTING RIGHT NOW. I HOPE HIS PURPOSE IN THIS LIFE WAS MET AND NOT IN VAIN.I MET HIM ONCE AND HE WAS WELL, AND IN ORDER. I HOPE GOD IS WITH HIM, HE TAKES CARE OF HIS OWN. HE IS A GOD OF LOVE AND WE AS A PEOPLE NEED NOT TO STOP LOVING EACH OTHER. I HOPE HIS FAMILY IS PRAYING FOR HIM, AND THANKING GOD FOR THE TIME HE SPENT WITH THEM. LIFE ON EARTH IS FOR A WHILE FOR HE HAS GONE TO HIS HOME IN PEACE. AMEN.
LaToya Solomon
April 29, 2004
Praise ye the Lord! for you, the Gaddie family, had such a task from God in bringing forth an Angel whom I had the opportunity to know and we call him LaRon. Oh God how missed he will be. LaRon took me in as more than just another client, but as a little sister in Christ who appreciated him and the talents that the Lord has bestowed upon him. Words can not describe the butterflies you felt when LaRon opened up his vessel and poured out blessings in the form of song. Not only did he "do" hair, but he "did that!" The only struggle I have to overcome in losing LaRon is finding someone who really cares about you first, then the health of your hair, and the statement your hair style made when you got out of the chair. LaRon would minister to me through word and song. He was a true example of love, honesty, and friendship. I pray that you-Gaddie family-will look at his leaving this foreign place (earth) as his true homegoing (heaven). Lord knows that we are here for just a little while to prepare for our forever. I will miss his spirit, smile, song, and hands so much. I know that the love that you put in LaRon will put an ease to the struggle of letting go of loved ones. Once again I love you and will KEEP you in my prayers. "Halllelujah, another saint has gone home into eternity to sing praises unto the Lord... all the day long."
Twyla Burks
April 28, 2004
To the family, you are in my prayers. To, Laron, thanks for always listening and being a wonderful friend,you will indeed be missed..love you
TORY & CHRISTINE PRADO-TREVINO
April 28, 2004
We would like to express our deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow. What a talented person LEANDREW was. What I remember most about him in highschool(MacArthur) was his incredible voice & wonderful personality. He will truely be missed. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Cameron & Melissa Elam
April 28, 2004
To the Gaddie Family: We mourn with you for your loss. We remember with you the sweet life and sweet songs sung. We rejoice with you that we'll see your son and our friend again in eternity. We praise our God in Heaven with you because He is God, because He knows all things and because He does only good for those who love Him.
To LeAndrew: Oh, what the choirs of Heaven must sound like now! Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord God Almighty!
Kimberly Kroning (Buck)
April 27, 2004
To the family of LeAndrew,
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family. I know LeAndrew is in a much happier and blessed place. I rememeber him from high school (MacArthur). His smile and laughter echoed the hallways every day. I'm truely sorry I was unable to attend the memorial services for LeAndrew. He will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with this sweet and loving family. Just remember God is Good.
Francisca Araiza
April 27, 2004
Dearest Gaddie Family - I pray that God will give you the peace,comfort and strength you need during this time of mourning. Know that God is with you. Although, I haven't seen LeAndrew in years his smile and laughter will always be remembered. LeAndrew, I can only imagine what your eye's are seeing now! I know I will see you again. Proverbs 3:5-6
Jo Ann Kroning
April 27, 2004
You were a very special young man.. I am so glad that I knew you while you were at student at MacArthur ...My prayers are with your family, hold on to the Lord and He will help you through the night.
Yolanda Marant
April 26, 2004
To the family and friends of LaRon, you are in my prayers. May the peace of God be with you in this time of grief. Keep your head looking to the hills from which cometh your help for all you help cometh from the Lord.
Farrah McIntosh
April 26, 2004
To Mother Gaddie and Family, May God bless you and keep you all.Words can never express how one feels but remember God is LOVE and he does not make any mistakes. The Lord has definitely called one of his angels home. LaRon, you will be missed and so never forgotten. Thank you for all of the good times we've shared. Not only have I lost my hairstylist but a dear friend. But I know you're singing and working for our Lord now and I will always love you my friend!
Til we meet again...Farrah
NANNETTE (ROC-C) SHELLEY
April 26, 2004
IT WAS A HONOR TO KNOW LARON......
HE WAS THE BEST HAIR STYLING......
FOOT STUMPING, MOST OUT SINGING...
YOUNG MAN I HAVE EVER NONE.....
I REMEMBER GETTING UP AT 4 A.M. ON
SATURDAY MORNINGS.. TRYING TO BE ONE OF THE FIRST TIME GET MY HAIR FIXED. THOSE WAS THE HAIR 2000 DAZE.
MY PRAYERS OR WITH THE GADDIE FAMILY MAY GOD BLESS AND STRENGTHEN YOU ALL, HE IS TRULEY IN A MUCH SAFER & SACRED PLACE WITH THE MAN HE LOVED AND PRAISED "JESUS CHRIST"
Traci Hall
April 26, 2004
To the Gaddie Family:
I had the pleasure of knowing LaRon from the House of Brown. He was such a wonderful person.I will miss him dearly.Your family is in my prayers.
Dorian McCann
April 26, 2004
To the Gaddie family:
In this difficult time, may God bless and guide you. I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to work and perform with LeAndrew in High School. I will always remember him as one of the most talented, kindest and giving people I have ever known.
Steve Emerson
April 26, 2004
My sincere condolences to the Gaddie family. I was so sad to hear about LeAndrew and about missing his memorial service. I have always had a love and respect for your family. Your talents, your love for eachother, and your love for Christ has always been a blessing to me. Thank God for the "Blessed Hope" of seeing LeAndrew again. You are in our prayers.
Bobby & Tammy Butler, Jr.
April 25, 2004
From the first time I heard Lisa Gaddie sing @ MacArthur I remember thinking, "that girl can sang" it has been nearly 18 years and I feel the same way today. Since then I had the opportunity to hear her brother LaRon on numerous occasions and the feelings were mutual. Talented, anointed and gifted all adjectives to describe a young man full of life and so willing to be used by God. Though we may not see his smile or hear his voice the memories will always be there to cherish in our hearts. May God continue to strengthen the family and remember "IT IS WELL"
Shelonda McDonald
April 25, 2004
I had the pleasure of meeting LeAndrew @ MacArthur High School. He was a very intelligent and respectful young man. LeAndrew could make a song out of just a simple hello and make it sound like a hit single. I just want to let the family to know that my prayers are with you all. Weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. LeAndrew you will be greatly missed...
JUSTIN THOMAS
April 25, 2004
WELL ALL I CAN SAY IS THAT YOU WERE THE (PK) THAT I WILL NEVER FORGET. YOU WHERE THE MAN THAT WALK AND TALK THE WAY ALL PK'S NEED TO AND I THANK YOU FOR THAT LOVE ALWAYS
Rebecca Shirley
April 24, 2004
My sincerest sympathy to the Gaddie family. I went to school (MacArthur) with LeAndrew. I can remember the days I did not want to be there. And he would just come to me and bring a smile to my face. He is in a better place than we are. He is with his Lord. I know he will want us all to go on with our lives. But he will be truely missed. I know I lost a friend. But, he is going to be watching all of us.
Anthalone Kirt
April 24, 2004
I remember meeting LeAndrew at MacArthur. He was truly a GOOD FRIEND and wonderful singer. No matter what your problem was, Laron seemed to have a kind word to say. I will truly miss him. God will put no more on you than what you are able to bear. The Gaddie family have my deepest sympathy.
Eva Nemons
April 24, 2004
To the family of LaRon Gaddie:It was a pleasure in knowing LaRon he knew how to make you laugh. Keep those fond memories of him deep in your heart. God will keep you through these times.
Pastor Eva Nemons- Rhema of Love Church
T McCray
April 24, 2004
TO THE GADDIE FAMILY:
MAY YOU FIND STRENGTH AND COMFORT IN GOD...AND KNOW THAT HE WILL ALLWAYS BE THERE JUST WHEN YOU NEED HIM MOST....LARON WILL BE TRULY MISSED......HE WAS A VERY KIND YOUNG MAN.....WHOM ALLWAYS MADE YOU LAUGH....MOST OF ALL HE WILL BE MISSED FOR HIS WONDERFUL TALENT THAT GOD BLESS HIM WITH.....THE TALENT OF SINGING. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALLWAYS............YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS...........
Steven Eng
April 24, 2004
To the Gaddie family,
My deepest sympathies to you in this time of great loss. I will always remember LeAndrew with fondness for not only his great talent but his loving spirit. May God bless you eternally.
DOURK FOOTE
April 24, 2004
TO THE GADDIE FAMILY, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN THIS TIME OF SORROW.LARON WILL BE TRULY MISSED.LARON AND I HAD THE SAME BARBER AND I WILL MISS HIS SMILE AND THE LONG TALKS WE HAD ON FRIDAYS IN THE SHOP ABOUT GOSPEL MUSIC AND THE ABUNDANCE OF GOSPEL TALENT IN HOUSTON TX.THE GOSPEL MUSICIANS , SINGERS, AND SONG WRITERS OF HOUSTON LOST A TRUE TREND SETTER IN OUR GENRE OF MUSIC . BUT GOD SAW FIT TO AD ANOTHER VOICE IN HIS HEAVENLY CHOIR. WE LOVE YOU BROTHER BUT GOD LOVED YOU BEST AND HE KNOWS WHAT IS BEST FOR US. SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE . DOURK FOOTE (FOOTE'S)
LeAndrew LaRon Gaddie I love you with all my heart and you will be TRUELY Missed! Love Lisa
Lisa Bennett
April 24, 2004
To the ENTIRE Gaddie Family
may Gog continue to Bless and Strengthen you in the time of bereavement.LeAndrew I called him at times. LaRon and I grew up together. I'm 4yrs older than him, but it seem like he was older than me. I was LaRon's FIRST assistat at the House Of Brown. We had times together. Early mornings and Late nights(smile). He taught me so much. Seeing that our parents stayed right down the street from one another he would come too my mother's house and do her hair and my girls were 1 and 2yrs old. He would sing and play for my daughter and put them too sleep. They would cry everytime he got ready to go home!!!!He would have too or they would fall out!!!(smile)Before I went to the Wake I was so sad, but when I got there it was like some thing came over me and said evetthing is gonna be alright, I'm with God now it had too be LaRon.I love you Laron even though we lost touch when I left Brown's I still thought of you and prayed for you and missed the close bond that we had. I hate that I did not get the chance too tell you that I love you and Thank you for all that you taught me and how a wonderful friend, brother, teacher you were too me. To Rev. Gaddie, Mother Gaddie, Christy, Lisa and the entire family remember " A voice from your household is gone, A place is vancant that can never be filled, He is gone,you have released him, you have let him go; He has so many things to see over the hill. He could not stay with us another day, to laugh, to love, to work, to play.Task left undone must stay that way, He found peace at the start of Sunday. You mustn't tie yourselves to his tears, But be happy you had as many as 32years. He gave us love, we can only guess, How much we gave to him in happiness. We are truly grateeful for the love he has shown, But now it is time he travel alone.Grieve for a while for him, if grieve you must, Then let your grief be confort by trust; Perhaps his time seemed all too brief. God wanted him too be free! God Loves you and so Do I!!!!
Be Blessed
Nicole Rich
April 24, 2004
Gaddie Family
LeAndrew....hum...so many words, but not enough space to describe his UNIQUE personality. MacArthur was never the same with LeAndrew's high kicks and flips on/off the field (in cowboy boots, smile), his great voice, but most of all his carefree personality. Right about now I know LeAndrew is in heaven styling someone's hair and trying to lead the next song in the heavenly choir. May God Bless & Keep You is My Prayer. Class of 1990.
Lena Thomas
April 24, 2004
I'm so thankful to God for allowing LaRon and I paths to cross,especially those where we had a chance to work together and talk together.He was surely a wonderful person and God knows best. The presence of his smile was simply beautiful,that's what I'll remember. May your hearts feel comfort in knowing he's now in a better place. God Bless
Jason Fletcher
April 23, 2004
To the Gaddie family,
My name is Jason Fletcher and I am a part of the music staff at Jordan Grove Baptist Church. I met LaRon many years ago when we were in the "JUST SAY NO" choir as teenagers. Though we were not close, I remember him vividly as a wonderful person and dynamic singer. I saw him many times since then, and i remember his warm smile and kind words each time we met. He will be greatly missed and my prayers are with the family.
TRACY BUSBY-PATTERSON
April 23, 2004
MAY GOD BLESS YOU IN THE TIME OF SORROW. LARON HAS GONE TO A BETTER PLACE AND WE WILL ALL SEE HIM AGAIN,
Patrick and Diane Tribitt
April 23, 2004
To the family of LaRon Gaddie - Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. LaRon was a wonderful person with a wonderful spirit. Sometimes God uses a person to pass briefly through the life of another person and impact it in a way that can never be forgetten. Without a doubt He used LaRon to do just that in the lives of many people, including us. We know that this is a painful loss for your family but take comfort in knowing that because of who he was and how God used him, he may not be here physically, but his spirit will always live on in the lives of those he touched. May the peace of God that surpasses your understanding be with you always.
Jackie Hildebrand (Agundez)
April 23, 2004
To the Gaddie Family:
I am so sorry about the lost of LeAndrew. I knew him from (MacArthur)he use to make me laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Clarence Miller
April 23, 2004
To The Gaddie Family: Praying for you during this hour of bereavement. LaRon was a blessing to the body of Christ worldwide, I am glad that the Lord allowed our paths to cross. I thank God for you and the Christian values that you deposited into his life that he was able to share with me and others.
L. Walker
April 23, 2004
The Gaddie Family has my sincere Sympathy. We've lost a very unique person. One who could sit you in his chair and make you look like a million dollars while entertaining you with R&B or Gospel. Always Smiling, Happy and full of Fun. One of the Best Hair Sylist in Town. And Singing at any Church He'd have the Whole Congregation Standing on their Feet in Praise. LaRon will truly be missed by many. However Heaven Has Another Angel.
Tanya Gillespie-Collins
April 23, 2004
My deepest condolences to the family of LaRon Gaddie. His outward personality and incredible voice will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you.
Chris/Sharmin Henson
April 23, 2004
We want to offer our heartfelt condolences to family and friends of LaRon. Our hearts were deeply sadden upon receiving the news that he had passed away. I, Sharmin Jackson-Henson had the wonderful opportunity of knowing Laron back in Arkansas many years ago. We often looked forward to seeing him when we traveled to Arkansas for services. He was multitalented, gifted and anoited to do so many things. We will miss him dearly. Our prayers are with you all. Be encourgaed and know that "Ron is just a prayer away" and when you cry at night.. He will be there to wipe your tears away. We love you, LaRon
With our deepest sympathy,
The Henson Family
Lannis Douglas
April 23, 2004
To the Gaddie Family, my prayers are lifted to the Most High during your time of bereavement. You have my deepest sympathy. LaRon was a blessing to me in my time of bereavement as well. He always gave me an encouraging word and/or a song to help me make it through. May God continue to bless and keep you.
LaKia Smith
April 23, 2004
I had the pleasure of meeting LaRon while doing what he did best, Hair. I met him through a friend and we all had a unique relationship. Basically we laughed everytime we saw each other. I had heard so many wonderful things about LaRon and now I know them to be true. To the family, you're in my prayers. Absent from the body is present with the Lord...umph umph umph(singing) as LaRon would do. :-) Keep your heads lifted.
LaKia Smith
Shemeka Swan
April 23, 2004
May God continue to bless and stenghthen your family during this unfortunate time.
Glenetta Godfrey
April 23, 2004
To the entire Gaddie family
May God continue to Strengthen you in this time of bereavement. God has Blessed LaRon to accomplish many things. He has been places and seen things and God Blessed Him to do a GOOD WORK in ministry. We have enjoyed His gift for many years. He even cut my sons hair when my son was a year old.(Great patience) That was 16 yrs. ago. He was a great motivator and did not mind boosting someone else. He was secure in his calling and what God had him to do. We will continue to keep the family lifted up in prayer knowing that Jesus is the Great Consoler.
Jerusalem Temple Church Family
Valerie Heard
April 23, 2004
It is my prayer that the comforting ministry of the Holy Spirit would be with the entire family during this time of your loss. I am thankful to God for allowing the path's of LaRon and I to cross. I will miss the presence of his beautiful smile, but will rejoice in knowing LaRon is smiling up in heaven.
Willie Childs
April 23, 2004
One Stop, Willie Childs designer esprsses our deepest sympathy.
May God Bless You and Keep You.
Stevie Roberts
April 23, 2004
May God Bless the Gaddie family during this period of sorrow.
Signed,
Superintendent Steve Roberts,
Deputy Superintendent, Erik Singleton
Faculty and Staff of Northwest Preparatory Acadmey Charter School
Alexis Adams
April 23, 2004
"We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord." (2Cor 5:8). I believe that the Lord has said to Laron, "Well done thy good and faithful servant!". Family and friends I encourage you to be stregthened in the name of Jesus Christ. For all IS well.
Love you LaRon
Rebecca Stewart
April 23, 2004
Me and LeAndrew went to Wilfred Beauty School together. He was a dear friend of mine. I remember the good times we had back in 1992. I have met a few people in my time, but LeAndrew was different. He was nice and kind. I loved being around him. He had a high spirit that just made you love being around him. Just the best person you could ever want to meet. LeAndrew I love you and will miss you dearly. Yor are gone but not forgotten. You are my frind and I love you very much. Your memories will be here with me forever. God has called one of his best angles home. My dear friend this is not good bye, we will meet again.
Yours truly,
Rebecca Stewart
Jacqueline Hull
April 23, 2004
The family of LaRon Gaddie has my deepest Sympathy. I loved Laron very much and will miss his wonderful smile and witt with our late nights in the shop. He will be missed.
Kashonna Holland
April 23, 2004
We don't understand all things, but God knows all!
Our prayers our with you.
God Bless,
David and Kashonna Holland
KESHA DIXON
April 23, 2004
EVEN THOUGH WE MIGHT NOT UNDERSTAND WHY CERTAIN THINGS HAPPEN WE HAVE TO REMEMBER THAT GOD KNOWS BEST AND HIS WILL MUST BE DONE. MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SADNESS
Sonya Williams
April 23, 2004
I am praying that god will strengthen your family during your time of sorrow. I knew LaRon from the House of Brown.
Pastor Benjamin F. & Candy Hodges, Sr.
April 23, 2004
May God embrace you and your entire family during this time of celebration for the life of your son. Remember death is only the shadowed doorway of passage that allows us to enter into eternal light with our Savior. We are praying for you. God bless you.
Donna Ross
April 23, 2004
On behalf on Minister Johnnie D. Branch & The Anointed Sounds of Praise Ministries, we extend to you our heartfelt sympathy. Our prayers are with you in your time of bereavement and we pray God's blessings, strength and power upon you.
Ella Hines
April 23, 2004
To The Family,
Laron made so many of us feel pretty with his special gift of styling hair. He was truly loved by me and so many others. My deepest sympathy to you and I pray for God's loving Grace in your loss.
Kaye & Tammy
April 23, 2004
To The Gaddie Family:
My sincere condolences goes out to each and everyone of you at this difficult time. We have truly lost one of "Houston's Best in the Hair Biz". And of course he had a voice on him! We just loved when he would just belt out and sing anything. Funny, kind, and always, always would keep you laughing until the time you got up out of his chair; that's the type of person he was. You will truly be missed and God Bless you. Continue to SMILE always!
kim mcclendon
April 23, 2004
hello, just sending prays your way remember that god is your strength and he is with you all god bless . kim mcclendon
jackie price
April 23, 2004
I love you and i will always love you. To your family may god bless you and keep you.
JP
April 23, 2004
TO the family and friends of this great man, I say that my prayers will be with you through such a hard time. This talented man will be missed in the world of gospel music. God Bless and Keep You is my Prayer!
paula hulitt
April 23, 2004
To the Gaddie family, I was blessed only for a short time to receive the joy and love that God blessed LaRon with to share with others have peace in knowing that LaRon is with the Lord.On March 15th 2004 God blessed me with a grandchild in which LaRon gave us her name Samone'he didn't get to physically see her but I'm sure he has smiled down on her, may God bless and keep you all is my prayer.
Tiffany Guillory
April 23, 2004
He was a very nice person. I use to let him do my hair and he was just a good person to know.
Charles & Christie Brush & Family
April 23, 2004
We are deeply saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with the Gaddie family. We know that LeAndrew is now in a happier place.
God bless
Kayako Johnson
April 23, 2004
Houston never had it sooo good when the Gaddie family decided to move from Arkansas to Houston. The Gaddie's, thank you for your love and talent you brought to us. I love you all and pray that the comforting ministry of the Holy Spirt keep you through out this difficult time. I love you. AKA Kay Powell.
Shelene Butler Russell
April 23, 2004
My smpathy and condolescence go out to the Gaddie Family. Laron was truly a blessing to the body of Christ and to me personally.
Sheena Cameron
April 23, 2004
To the family of Mr. Leandrew Gaddie
I want to offer my deepest condolences and prayers. Laron was a beautiful person who always found comforting words to say when his clients were in need of an uplifting
He will truly be missed.
regina matthew
April 23, 2004
OUR HEARTS AND LOVE GOES OUT TO YOU,AND MAY GOD STRENGHTEN AND COMFORT YOU, LIKE ONLY HE CAN DO.
Opal Gibson
April 23, 2004
Your amazing voice was truly a God given gift, and also the use of your hands to beautify the saints.
You will be remembered in our thoughts and prayers. You always had a smile when I entered into the Beauty Shop. God be with your family.
Malika Adams
April 23, 2004
To the family of Mr.Laron Gaddie your in my thoughts and prayers. Laron was such a wonderful person, I have enjoyed having the opportunity to spend time with Ron sharing many laughs together, and he always had encouraging words. He will be missed dearly, I not only lost my hair dresser of 8 years, I've lost my dear friend.I am blessed to have known Ron and always enjoyed his presence.
LaMonica Whittaker
April 23, 2004
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Gaddie family. LeAndrew had a great spirit and now heaven will have another greater entertainer!
He will definitely be missed.
My prayers are with you.
Patricia Bennett-Gbadebo
April 23, 2004
Psalms 116:15
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Dear God I pray that you carry this family on the wings of angels at the time of their grief. Minister Pat Bennett-Gbadebo
tina franklin
April 23, 2004
wish you well. he was a great instrument in christ,so be incouraged to the family he is in a better place now.
Dede Williams
April 23, 2004
To the family let not your heart be troubled, I knew LaRon and he was a great person to know and love I will miss him dearly and I know you will also, the family will always be in my prayers.. LaRon I love you and you will always have a special place in my heart...
Lucretia Garfield
April 23, 2004
My sincerest sympathy is sent to the family. The peace of God which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. (Phillipians 4:7)
RENITRA JOHNSON
April 23, 2004
TO THE GADDIE FAMILY,
I HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING LEANDREW IN CHOIR BACK IN HIGH SCHOOL(MACARTHUR)AND THE MAIN THING THAT STOOD OUT ON HIM WAS HIS SMILE,BESIDES THAT WONDERFUL VOICE...JUST NO THAT IN YOUR TIME OF GRIEF ...GOD PUTS NO MORE ON YOU THAN YOU CAN HANDLE...MAY GOD BE YOUR STRENGTH AND GUIDE.
Guy Edwards
April 23, 2004
My prayer is that the Lord continue to strengthen you at this time of your lost. LaRon was a very sweet person and someone that made me laugh when I may have been frowning. So he's made it home where there will be no more sorrows or pain. Keep your heads up and remember he's always going to be smiling down on all of us. Rest in Peace my Friend !!!
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