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for Letita Gilliland
Suzie and Charlie Pond
Suzanne Pond
April 27, 2012
Dear Letita's family,
What a special person your daughter was. 23 years ago I asked a woman I saw in Kroger, "Who cut your hair(s)? Your cut is so beautifully shaped." She told me that her name was Letita Gilliland. She had to write it out for me 'cause I couldn't understand the name. I have always been amazed that I would have such a talented hair dresser and friend. Letita had not had children when I first met her and when I asked her if she would she thought that she probably wouldn't. She felt that life was moving too fast to stop for that part of her life to be added. Next thing we knew, she was pregnant. We were all excited and it didn't seem that she missed a day of work but just kept on working both lives. What love she had for her beautiful children. She told me that she didn't know that she could love anyone soooo much.
She kept me up to date with pictures on the mirror. In the Bible, King David said when he was old, that he would go the way of the world.
(He was speaking of death which we all have to face.)
I will miss her and you all will be in my heart and prayers.
Love to you all,
Suzanne and Charlie Pond
Tim & Nancy Dixon
April 26, 2012
Only in such a small world, two people who are almost neighbors go to high school together, grow up, grow apart, then marry two friends and become friends all over again, X 2! I went to HS with Bruce, decorated Letita's salon in Lexington, met and married a sales rep who sold paint to Straitline (Bruce). You guys never left our thoughts. We'll get to reminisce about it when we reunite in Heaven one day, and exclaim what a "small world" it is all over again! God bless you all.
April 23, 2012
Our precious daughter Letita your Mom and Dad will miss you so much, we will watch over Arin and Saylor as you have requested. We will keep the 51 years of memories in our hearts until we meet you in heaven one day.
Ken and Cynthia Walton
April 23, 2012
Our precious daughter Letita your Mom and Dad will miss you so much, we will watch over Arin and Saylor as you have requested. We will keep the 51 years of memories in our hearts until we meet you in heaven one day.
Diana Forbess
April 22, 2012
Letita, your grace and selflessness during the worst of times amazed us all. What a brave and amazing woman you were. I will never forget you and the lessons you taught me by simply watching you. Prayers to your family.
Colleen Halligan-Zuniga
April 21, 2012
Letita will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
The Girls of BHS
April 21, 2012
Pounds family
April 21, 2012
Letita lived a life that touched
many. May her legacy of
beauty and giving endure as
her spirit smiles down upon
us forever. Love to all
Tandi Reed
April 21, 2012
You are at peace now,my dear friend. You will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Tandi Reed
April 21, 2012
You are at peace now,my dear friend. You will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
American Heart Association
April 21, 2012
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Mike and Lori Montel
April 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with all who have been left behind. We all have been blessed by knowing Letita and her warm smile. She will be missed.
Jennifer Poage
April 19, 2012
I am so blessed to have known Letita and had her in my life. She was truly an inspiration in so many ways, and I will always remember her upbeat, positive personality and beautiful smile. May God Bless Bruce, Arin and Saylor and you all will continue to remain in my prayers.
Dennis Burks
April 19, 2012
We attended the greatest high school some 34 years ago and I can still remember your smile. May God bless and watch over your family until we see each other again.
Lou Ann and Bryn Barker
April 19, 2012
She will be missed by many, but always loved by all. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Donna and Pat Kane
April 19, 2012
So very sorry for your loss. We hope you find comfort through this time and after.
Kelly Callaway
April 19, 2012
To the family and all who were touched by her life, I am sorry for your loss. I knew Letita in Bitburg. I'm greatful that we were given the honor to know her there. Many were touched by her life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May God give you strength to get through these days of sorrow.
Bitburg H.S. Germany 1978
Tom Kearney
April 19, 2012
Lisa and Tim Catlett
April 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Tim and Lisa Catlett
Tom Kearney
April 19, 2012
Heaven is a brighter place with you there, 'Tida. My prayers and heart go out to Bruce, Saylor, Arin, Wendy and all her family and friends.
Mike Moloney
April 19, 2012
To Bruce, my oldest and best friend: Sorry for your loss. She was a very special lady. Wish I could be there with you. I am currently overseas but will be back in September and will call.
-Mike Moloney (Kabul, Afghanistan)
Bonny Howard
April 18, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry to hear about your loss.
Tony McEuen
April 18, 2012
She was one of those truly wonderful people who made this world a better place. My familys thoughts, prayers and sincere condolences are with Letitas family. She'll be missed by the many lives she touched and her "Baron" family will always remember the joy she brought to all of us. Rest in peace Letita.
Judy Cleary
April 18, 2012
Crystal,
So sorry to hear about your sister. Take comfort in knowing she is no longer in pain. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Judy and johnnie Cleary
Rhonda Schlegel Francescatti
April 18, 2012
My condolences for Bruce and their children. She was my good friend from Germany and will always remember her beautiful smile! I will miss you Letita....xoxoxo
John O'Hara
April 18, 2012
Sorry to hear about your loss. I enjoyed getting to know her at indoor over the last couple of winters. She was always so upbeat and proud of her family.
Glinda Adkins
April 18, 2012
My deepest condolences to the entire Gilliland family.
Fran Leichhardt
April 18, 2012
She was a fashion icon from the first time we met her. Condolences to Bruce, Arin and Saylor. We admired her bravery and know she will be missed for a long, long time.
peggy durbin
April 18, 2012
My fullfelt condolences in prayer for the family. Such a strong wonderful person/ forever in our hearts.
April 18, 2012
"And this too shall come to pass . . ."
but the love and memories will last for an eternity.
I am very sorry for your loss.
May you find strength in the love for Letita and for each other.
Beverly Davis-Reardon (cousin)
April 18, 2012
Rest and be at peace Letitia, my prayers are with you and your family.
Carla Messer (Cincinnati, OH)
Jeff and Pam Hillerich
April 18, 2012
Our deepest condolences to the Gilliland family. You are in our prayers.
Meg Steinman
April 18, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Letita was an inspiration to those that knew her. She was truly special. I hope the love and support of family and friends will help ease your pain.
Jacquie Marks
April 18, 2012
My heart and prayers are with you all. May God's comfort and strength carry you though these days.
Jacquie
Luann Henry
April 18, 2012
Letitia was one of the nicest people I know. You always felt like a best friend even if you has just met. She touched many hearts and will be sorely missed. Bitburg reunions just won't be the same. Bitburg alumnus Luann (Gibelyou) Henry
Pamela Boggs
April 18, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Dominique Brigette
April 18, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends...although I was not blessed to have known her personally, Letita's loving heart brought joy and love to my dear friend.
Patrice Carter
April 18, 2012
Our deepest condolences go out to your entire family! You have finished your race, now rest in peace my dear friend, Sincerely The Bey Family alumni of Spangdahlem, West Germany
JeanAnn Myatt
April 18, 2012
For 30+ years Letita was my friend. Her career was to make people beautiful on the outside. Little did she know her best and truest gift was helping them be beautiful on the inside. My tears and prayers are with all who love her. I take solace here: "Your sun will never set again, and your moon will wane no more, the LORD will be your everlasting light, and your days of sorrow will end."
Don/Juanita Graves
April 18, 2012
To Letita's wonderful family..You have a wonderful angel watching over you. She has been such an inspiration to so many people and I know her spirit has been instilled in Arin and Saylor. Love and prayers to you all.
Becky Durrance
April 18, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Harriette Gill
April 18, 2012
Wife, mother,daughter, sister,co-worker,stylist, friend, child of God, Angel in heaven...Letita wore many hats and gave her all to every one. I was her client and friend and watched in awe as she fought her battle with cancer. She was a warrior, and she lived life to the fullest. Her children were her greatest joy and she fought to keep their life as normal as possible even as she fought every day for her own. In the movie the Last Samuari, the emporer asked Tom Cruise's character how the Samuari had died. His answer was , I will tell you how he lived...this, too, is Letita's story. How she lived, I loved and admired her and miss her. Light and love, eternally , Harriette Gill
Tammy Arnold
April 18, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Letita's family at this difficult time. May God's grace be with each of you. -- Lee and Tammy Arnold
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