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Lachelle Haney
April 16, 2010
Grandad,
Completing my MBA has been a tough long ride. As you always told me, "if you want it, you better go and get it." Not knowing how to get it, I stepped out on my faith. As of June 28, 2010, I will have secured my Master's in Business Administration. One thing I can say is, through my tough times, I praised God, in my weary spirit, I seeked God, and for the date of June 28, 2010, I am praising God. You always told me to put God first and that I have done and will continue to do. My dad is excited and has pushed me to the finish line. I just need to say thank you Grandad for allowing me to see the "Best in You."
Love you always,
Lachelle
Jerome Cathey
April 14, 2010
Hey Daddy...
I want to thank you for giving Moe educational and spiritual advice as you did me and many others in the family. She will be completing her MBA soon and is attending church faithfully.
Thanks so much,
Your forever grateful son
Lachelle Haney
August 5, 2008
Grandaddy, I miss you a lot and I just do not have the words to explain how I feel. I have choices to make in which I am unsure of. As I continue to ask God to help me, I am more than confident he will show me the way. Nazir and I have been going to church faithfully and I know that is really making you happy. We miss you grandad and you will always be with us!!
Beyonce walton
July 31, 2008
I love you and miss you granddaddy. Your great granddaughter Beyonce.
BELINDA MCNEAL
July 31, 2008
Grandaddy I miss you and I think about you all the time you were my grandaddy and father. Beyonce loves some watermelon she must of gotten that from you. I Love you and miss you dearly holidays are not the same since you've been gone.
Brenda Ireland
October 23, 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
Breneda Guyton
October 20, 2007
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Granddaddy!!!!
I am so happy to have had a grandfather like you in my life. I always think about how you always did the best you could with us and as long as you knew that you did your best you did not worry about anything else. I often think about your last night with us. You looked at Brelyn and told her "hey girl" that is something that I will never forget and she will never remember. I often believe that she has a lot of your ways and one of them is eating. She will try anything and she never gets full. Breonna said she will always remember us stopping by your house when I was on my way to work and dropping them off at school. Granddaddyyou have been such an enjoyment in our lives. Granddaddy I get a lot of my encouragement from just knowing YOU!!!!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Lachelle Haney
August 20, 2007
Grandad, I have did as you asked. As of August 19, 2007, I have earned my Bachelor's of Science degree in Human Services. I am filled with joy at this point just knowing that I took your word for it and received an higher education. Grandad, I thank you so much for the good words of faith. I know you are looking down on me with a big smile. I miss you so much and love you with all my heart. I know one day I will see you again. Love you always and forever!
Breneda Guyton
August 20, 2007
Grandaddy I have so much to say and I have so many feelings to express. The last 5 months of my life have been to me as I look at it terrible. Grandaddy as I am sure you know I went through a tough car accident and now I am having some tough times with Breonna. Granddaddy I know if it had not been for you by my side I would have never made it through . As days go by I find myself wanting to call you to get some of your wonderful advice. The family is barely hanging on but most of us try to remember your smiling face to get us by. I know it would be selfish of me to say come back but I need you so much right now. Show me the right way and lead me down the correct path. I Love you Grandaddy for always teaching me the right way and helping me understand that all people do not think alike.
I Love You!!!!!!!!
Breneda Guyton
December 5, 2006
Granddaddy my on line diary to you will soon be gone. Talking to you keeps me on track. Before I do anything now in life I first ask myself "what would granddaddy say about that"? I know the on line guest book is going away soon but I will continue on with my personal guest book. Granddaddy, I know you are watching over me and the rest of the family. I would not have made it this far without you and your values. We had a great Thanksgiving, but nothing like the ones with you. I feel that I am going to officially say good bye soon. The on line guest book has helped me to stay connected with you. Granddaddy, you left such an impact on our lives that even after a year it still does not seem like you are not here physically. Granddaddy, If I have not said it before, I want to thank you for believing in us and no matter what, you always found some encouraging words to say. Granddaddy, there is none like you and there will never be. As I always use to tell you when you were going through "SEE YOU LATER" Love you!!!!!
Lachelle Haney
November 13, 2006
Grandad, I am so happy to say that my official graduation date is in August 2007. I just want to thank you for all the motivation you have ever provided for me. Grandad, can you please show me more signs of motivation so that I can come to the end of my journey. I Love You so much!
Brenda Ireland
November 10, 2006
Daddy, my precious daddy, it has been a year now since you went home in peace to be with Jesus, but daddy I still find myself saying I wish I could call daddy just to talk. Every night I come home from work I pass the cemetery and I can visualize you standing there wavying at me saying Brenda I'm alright, you don't have to worry about sticking me to hard when you take my blood sugar test anymore because it's gone, That you feel good and you are in such a joyous place. But daddy I miss you so much. I know you understand the reason why the head stone is not there yet but if it's the last thing I do it will be there before father's day of next year. I miss you so much you were my best friend as well as such a good father. So many things have changed, in our family that I know you know already, but daddy I know you watched over the kids and grandkids to get them to Atlanta, and your sons are having a wonderful change in there life that you wanted to happen before you left. Daddy Breneda has come from such a mighty long way after her rare diease, she has a Master's degree!!!!! I know you are so proud of her just like I am I could just see your big smile saying I knew they could do it, I told you all so.
I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!
Lachelle Haney
November 7, 2006
Grandad, It has been a year since the last time we met. Everytime school gets tough for me, I think about you and all the things you would say to motivate me. Grandad, it has been a long journey, but I am almost through it. I am expected to graduate in August of 2007. I know you are really happy that my average is a 3.6. I am doing my best. My dad is very supportive and I Thank God for him. Grandad, I Love You, and I miss you. Nazir is such a big boy and he always talk about cleaning up the house. We will always Love You!!
Breneda Guyton
November 6, 2006
Grandaddy, it has been a year to the date. Time has flew by and I still find myself saying "I Have to call grandaddy". Well I am sure you know that I do call you every night before I go to bed and when I am having a bad day. I think about the values that you taught me and how to stay positive in everythng I do. I still remember like it was yesterday your last words to Brelyn. The last time I heard your voice you said "hey girl" and those words I will never forget. Thank you for making me and my family who we are today. We would have nothing without you.
I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!
Breneda Guyton
September 13, 2006
Well, Grandaddy the transition has been made. Belinda and her kids are here with us in Atlanta. Still hard to believe that we are all almost back together again. Linecia is here as well and we all are doing well. Everyone has a new house which was always been your dream and we will all be together on Thanksgiving to continue your wishes. I am still working on Man hopefully he will come around soon. Lil Jerome and Wooke finally got married.
It is so much to say! It just does not seem real that you are gone. We know that you are in a better place but I guess our selfishness takes over sometime. Grandaddy, I just ask that you continue to protect and guide us. I believe that we are all struggling in some way, but with your blessings we will always live out your dreams. Grandaddy, we thank you for being so positive because know we all look for positive results. You always told us that we could do anything that we put our mind to.
WE MISS U!!!!!!!
Breneda Guyton
January 20, 2006
Granddady it has been 2 months and I still can not get over the fact that you are not here. Granddaddy we are relocatng to Atlanta. I think I will have more opportunity there. Granddaddy, we are trying to live by your wishes I hope the family can keep it going. Granddaddy, I wish you were here so I can tell you how I am feeling. Sometimes, I do not know where to turn. I am trying so hard but my heart is some place else? Gtanddaddy you were the best guidence in our life. Breonna need you so much right now. Granddaddy, she is not doing as good as she could be. I always feel like you left us too soon. Granddaddy, we are going to Atlanta soon and we need you to watch over us.
Granddaddy, I love you so much. I need some kind of sign that I am doing the right thing. I miss you so much
Thanksgiving 2004 at Granddaddy's house
Linecia Gilmore
January 1, 2006
Granddaddy,
It was hard not having you around for Thanksgiving or Christmas. You are truly missed. I just wanted to submit a photo of you from Thanksgiving 2004 to share with the family. Love you and miss you.
Pamela McFarling
December 14, 2005
Uncle Dave it's still hard to believe that you are no longer with us, but it is a blessing to know that you've only gone home to be with God and we now have another Angel watching over us. I could have never asked for a better man to call my uncle, you are truly missed. Love always until I see you again.
Jerome Alan Cathey Sr.
December 11, 2005
To all that are beloved of God, called to be Saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. (Romans 1:17) To my beloved father whom God called to occupy one of his many mansions blessed are you.
Daddy I want to thank you for being such a brilliant and benevolent role model to your family, friends and those you have mentored during the time God allowed you to occupy His Earth.
Daddy most of all I want to thank you for the one most extraordinary counseling session you held with me when my life was spiraling downward. There was a many of times when you could have washed your hands with me as Pilate did before Jesus’ crucifixion "I am innocent of this man's blood," he said. "It is your responsibility!" (Matthew 27:24) Instead you sat uncomplainingly and listened to my struggle and said “son you are in the Fire”. You then went on to enlighten me on the steps I needed to take to find my way out of the wilderness one being: “go into the back room and begin to live again” (thank you for reserving the back room for all your prodigal sons who returned home). The other life changing instruction was “be still and wait” as I wanted to look back as Lots wife did when God was bringing them out of Sodom. Deacon Cathey, I am convinced at that time you prayed as Abraham saying "Will you sweep away the righteous with the wicked” (Genesis 18:23). Daddy you knew I needed to receive the Holy Spirit and the only way I could receive our God was to first come out of the streets where I was eating the bread of the wicked and drinking the wine of violence (Proverbs 5:17). I am convinced that God commanded you to prophesy over my dried bones as he did Ezekiel. God must have said to you "Prophesy to these bones and say to them, 'Dry bones, hear the word of the LORD! 5 This is what the Sovereign LORD says to these bones: I will make breath enter you, and you will come to life. 6 I will attach tendons to you and make flesh come upon you and cover you with skin; I will put breath in you, and you will come to life. Then you will know that I am the LORD.'” (Ezekiel 37:4-6) Over the course of a year I was Baptized, joined church, and studied the bible intently, which changed my life forever.
Daddy I want to also thank you for caring for me during this time of need. In the mornings when I returned from work you had breakfast for me and in the evenings when I awoke you had that pot of beans that you and I so loved to eat. Daddy I thank you for giving me my first job painting granddaddy and grandma’s house which taught me the importance of having a high-quality work ethic. Thanks for talking to your boss at Vilter where I was able to work with you and Charles this provided me with the tools I needed to go forward in my journey of life.
Daddy I also thank you for being my financial counselor where I learned the importance of buying stocks, bonds, and real-estate this wisdom will provide for my future. So daddy as you can see you bought me a mighty long way from the streets my promise to you is I will continue my upward progress on my job and I will graduate next year with my degree. But most of all I will give of myself to others as you did in the name of our Lord. Thanks so much for overlooking my short comings and guiding me into adulthood.
Your grateful son Jerome
LaShun Morris
December 9, 2005
Uncle Dave you will be greatly missed.
Angella Cathey
December 9, 2005
Uncle Dave will be dearly missed. He was not only a great uncle to me but he was an uncle, brother and best friend to my dad Charles. I have never met a more gracious person I am just blessed that he was a part of my life and family...
Thelma Carver
December 9, 2005
To David's family and friends you were there for him when he needed you the most. You were there when he answered the call and I love you for that always remember the wisdom he left with you.
Derik Guyton
December 8, 2005
Granddaddy, you will always be in my heart. Granddaddy, I miss you so much. Granddaddy, life will not be the same without you. I love you
Linda Gilmore
December 7, 2005
DADDY I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH
WE DID EVERYTHING WE COULD. TO
HELP YOU GET YOUR STRENGTH BACK GOD
HAS THE LAST WORD. THERE IS KNOW BETTER PLACE THAN TO BE WITH JESUS. THANK YOU FOR THE WONDERFUL
TIME WE SPENT TOGETHER ESPECIALLY ON VACATIONS AND HOLIDAYS. MAY YOU KEEP WATCHING OVER ALL OF US. THANKS FOR ALWAYS PUTTING YOUR CHILDREN FIRST.
Lonnie Gilmore Jr
December 7, 2005
I thank God for you everyday. You were an inspiration and a source for guidance. The last times we spoke you told me to keep my eyes open and keep the family together. I pray the Lord will help me to carry the advice that you gave me. There was no one like you, and we need someone to stand up like you, and care like you. God Bless you and thank you for blessing us.
sandy phetvixay
December 7, 2005
you're in my prayers
Denise McGee
December 6, 2005
Uncle Dave,
You were loved by so many and will be greatly missed. God has given you your wings so that you can fly with the other Angels in heaven.
Rest in peace.
marquita ward
December 5, 2005
Even though I did'nt know you as much as I would have liked. You were still a nice,kind,and lovable person.But God decided he needed you so from this world you left.But you took a piece of all of us,our hearts is what you kept. With much love your cousin Quita!!
Reedie G. Moore, Jr.
December 5, 2005
To the children and grand children of David Cathey. It has been many years since I have been around most of you and even longer without being around Uncle David. It was good seeing him at Mark & Tina's wedding in Las Vegas. You all were with me and Dad when my mother passed. Thank you so much and know that my prayers are with you all during this time of your loss.
Be Blessed!
Carolyn Hendree
December 5, 2005
The Hendree Family wishes to express our deepest sympathy on the passing your beloved Father
Lachelle Monique Haney
December 5, 2005
Grandaddy, without you I feel so lost. I promised you that I will finish school and I will do so. At first, I used my son as my motivator, but now I have a better reason to finish and that is to keep my promise to you! I wanted you to be present when my big day came, but that is okay because I know that you are watching over me and your spirit will be with me! I will keep my faith on this journey! Grandaddy, Nazir and I will always miss you and love you! I know that we will see you again!
Gilbert & Vickie Hendree
December 5, 2005
To the Family of David Cathey.
Your loved one is better place. He is not suffering anymore. May God put peace in your hearts in knowing that he has called David Cathey home. God Bless you all. May you find comfort in knowing others feel your pain and love you all!
Linecia Gilmore
December 5, 2005
Granddaddy,
Your presence, guidance, love and spirit are missed more than words can say. I think about you everyday and need your advice on so many things. My heart aches because I can't hear your voice or see your smile but I know that God is taking care of you. I also know that you are watching over us all. Thanks for all that you have given this family. It's not the same without you but we promise to make you proud! Please continue to watch over us because we all need your guidance. I Love You and I Miss You!!
Sharon McGee-McArthur
December 5, 2005
You will be greatly missed especially by those who love you so dearly. I know you're in a better place where there's joy and peace. Give Grandmother a big kiss for me!
Marvin McGee
December 5, 2005
To the family of David Cathey. Your father was like a Uncle to me. He will be greatly missed. Best wishes to the family and my God Bless you all.
Breonna Martin
December 4, 2005
grandaddy you will always be missed we miss you everyday grandaddy but you will always be in our hearts, minds and soul.
Brenda Ireland
December 4, 2005
I miss you daddy so very much, I'm sure you are at home in heaven with Grandmo, Grandpa, and Aunt Louise. I know You are not Suffering anymore, and you are at peace I Love You.
breneda Guyton
December 4, 2005
Grandaddy, we miss you dearly. You were the best thing that ever happened to our family. Without you there would be no us. Granddaddy, I feel like a part of me is missing. You taught me so much. I am on my way to success and you are not here to spend it with me. Granddaddy, keep haven warm for me because I am coming. I miss you so much. My days with you were so short. I need you so much right now!!!!!
Wanda Christian
November 14, 2005
We will miss you David E.Cathey love always wanda christian
Catrina Adair
November 10, 2005
Dave will be missed greatly. I know he is in a better place now,looking down on everyone.He will forever be in our hearts. Stay Encouraged!Catrina Adair(Odell Cathey's Daughter).
brenda/emma adair
November 10, 2005
God has called home one of his faithful soliders you will be missed down here for the joy & love you gave to your family & friends.
Min. Gregory Pegues Sr.
November 9, 2005
You will be greatly missed. You have touched our lives in your own special way.Trina(wife)and Gregory(son)will miss you even the more. My prayers go out to the Cathey family in your time of bereavement.
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