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Nora Raybon Obituary
July 1, 2009
COLUMBUS, Ga. – Nora Tyndall Raybon, 63, of Columbus died of pancreatic cancer on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, July 6, 2009, at McMullen Funeral Home Chapel, 3874 Gentian Blvd., Columbus, Ga. with the Rev. Buddy Lamb officiating. A private interment will be held at the Masonic Mausoleum in Parkhill Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday afternoon from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Mrs. Raybon was born March 12, 1946, in Kinston, N.C. the daughter of the late Susie Penny (Tyndall) Jones and Dortch Tyndall. She was raised in Kinston and attended Wheat Swamp High School with many of her beloved friends. She so enjoyed catching up with her friends at each class reunion, which would have surely been a highlight of this summer if not for her pass-ing. She was a member of Schomburg Road Baptist Church. She retired from Paragon Benefits, where she was blessed to build special friendships with her co-workers over the years. Nora was a sweet Christian woman with so many wonderful friends she treasured from both near and far. She was loved and will be missed by many. She was preceded in death by her brothers, George Tyndall and Linwood Tyndall. Survivors include her loving husband of 44 years, Bob Raybon of Columbus; devoted daughters, Suzanne Raybon Davenport and husband Jeff , of Fortson, and Janet Raybon of Columbus; three beautiful grandchildren who Nora (i.e. 'Granny') absolutely adored, Matthew Davenport, Kristin Davenport, and A.J. Davenport all of Fortson; a dear sister, Willie Gomes of Grifton, N.C. plus aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews whom she loved very much. Our dear Nora, so genuine, faithful, and true. Oh how we will all be miss-ing you. You gave us love we now give to each other. You were the best wife, daughter, sister, friend and mother. Those who wish may sign the online guest registry at www.mcmullenfun. Arrangements by McMullen Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at www.kinston.com (Paid obituary)
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Kathy Tyndall-Hernandez
June 28, 2021
I think of you and your girls/family often, Aunt Nora Faye. You were a kind, loving, and beautiful woman who was loved by many, including me. I wish we could have lived closer to one another and been a bigger part of each other's lives, but I am glad we had the contact that we did. You were very special to me. I know you are doing well in Heaven with your devoted hubby and other relatives and friends beside you. I pray your daughters and grands are doing well here on earth. I know you and Bob are watching over them & continuing to shower your love over them. XO
Kathleen "Kathy" Tyndall-Hernandez
June 29, 2020
Dear Suzanne and Janet, I want you to know that I have thought of you and your lovely mom often over the years. I know all too well that the years go by, but the grief and loss never end. I know your pain for I feel the same with the loss of my own mother, who I love and miss dearly. No matter how many years pass or how happy we are that our mothers are no longer suffering or how many wonderful memories we have of them or how much faith we have that we will be reunited with them again someday, it doesn't ease the pain of missing them, does it? No matter how old we are, we always need and miss our mamas. And no matter how much time we had with them, it was never enough. Please know, I am thinking of you both and I share your heartache. We keep our mothers alive by being their legacies, making them proud, sharing their memories, saying their names, and passing on the love, lessons, faith, and wisdom they shared with us. I remember your mom with love and joy. She lives on in you and your children, Suzanne! I know you all make her proud! XO, Your Cousin Kathy Tyndall-Hernandez
Suzanne Davenport
December 24, 2009
Missing Moma so much this week, she brought the magic to everything in our family......Heaven is a much happier place with her spreading magic everywhere there now....will be a fine day when I can join her there!
You still are and will always be the magic Moma...love you! Sis & Family
Bob Raybon
December 23, 2009
I still love and miss my Nora dearly. I know God must have picked Nora, like a beautiful flower, just to make heaven a more beautiful place.
Bob Raybon
Janet Raybon
December 23, 2009
Mom is still very much alive in our hearts, and I believe she shares joy and laughter with us more often than we even realize.
We still see her in everthing that is good.
We love her very much!
Janet Raybon
Sherrie Benoit
September 1, 2009
Aunt Nora, I dreamed of you last night. I was with @ a large indoor flea market-type event and there were tons of different vendors lining the maze of corridors. As I ventured from one vendor to to the next, I came upon a woman, who was seated in a rocking chair and being well-attended by an incredibly friendy and cheerful woman. I could only see the back of the attendant and was moved by the care she gave this woman in the chair.
When the attendant stood up, I moved around so I could see her face and it was you! You were happy and giggling, totally content just to be loving and caring for another person. THAT is so like you! It was good to see you again.
Suzanne Davenport
August 31, 2009
Moma, you will never know truly how much you are missed by the kids, My Jeffrey and myself. We think about you everyday, and I start every prayer, with Tell Moma Hi..some days are so much harder than others, but I know you are peaceful with the Lord....you were and always will be the greatest Moma anyone could have asked for. Thank you for being Mine. Forever your Daughter, Sis
Debbie Benoit Collins
August 9, 2009
Nora I am Thinking of you and missing you......... I cannot believe you are gone and i will never be able to call you........ your bestest friend
Rebecca Barrow Young
July 27, 2009
I was a classmate of Nora's for several years when my father taught and coached at Wheat Swamp. She was a kind person who loved to have fun. I enjoyed her friendship, and I offer my deepest condolences.
Brenda Sanborn
July 10, 2009
Dear Bob, Suzanne, Janet & Family,
The unexpected news of Nora's passing is heartbreaking. I so regret missing that last class reunion yet know we will be reunited again without the cares of this world. Nora was the "purest in heart" person I ever knew. We pray for you all to be comforted and carry on as she would want you to do. Remember, "God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away." Revelation 21:4
With Love and Sympathy, Brenda & Russ
WAYNE HARDEMAN
July 9, 2009
SHE IS A VERY SPEACIAL AUNT IN MY LIFE& WHEN I THINK OF HER,, I HEAR HER LAUGHTER...SHE HAS ALWAYS LOVED EVERY ONE AND NOW THAT SHE IS IN HEAVEN..SHE WILL BRING HAPPINESS TO ALL OF OUR LOVED ONES & SHE WILL BE MISSED VERY MUCH..UNCLE,,JANET,SUSANE WE LOVE YALL,,SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS!WAYNE,JEWELL,ANGEL
Rolin Cosper
July 8, 2009
I am so sad to hear of Nora's passing.
She was the sweetest and kindest lady and a joy to have known. You all will be in my prayers and may God Bless you all.
July 8, 2009
Just a note to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We did not know Nora was sick and were surprised to read of her passing. Your family was always such a blessing to us during the time you were members of Floyd Road Baptist Church. Nora always came to church with that beautiful smile on her face and was always so friendly and such an example for all. We all loved her so much and have missed her and the rest of the family since you moved away. My mother, Grace LaFevre, and Nora used to talk all the time at church. I feel they have been reunited in heaven and are talking and laughing again. I am so glad God sent you into our lives for that short time at Floyd Road.
I know the coming days and months will be difficult for you but I also know the Peace God sends to comfort us at times like this. I pray you will have that peace and comfort.
Jeff and Shirley Hicks
Sherrie
July 7, 2009
There will not be a birthday in this entire family that will go by without thinking of Aunt Nora. We always cherished the phone call and hearing her sing "Happy Birthday to You".
She is a shining example of the kind of Godly woman I want to be, one who reflects the characteristics of Jesus.
My Jesus, She loves Thee,
I know Thou art hers;
For Thee all the follies
of sin she resigned;
My gracious Redeemer,
my Saviour art Thou;
If ever Nora loved Thee,
my Jesus, ’tis now.
Teresa Bryan
July 7, 2009
Suzanne,
You all are in our prayers. Bless you.
July 7, 2009
We are praying for your family. May God be very near and dear to all of you during these sad days. May you find comfort that only the Holy Spirit can give you. God Bless all of you.
John and Janet Galey
Schomburg Road Baptist Church
SueAnne Rathel
July 6, 2009
I was so shocked to read Nora's obituary in the newspaper. My daughter and I used to go to Curves at the same time she and her daughter went and I had no idea she was sick. I know they hadn't been recently but it has not been that long since they last came. She had the sweetest smile and when I saw her picture, I knew it was my friend from Curves - she and I were the same age. I am so sorry to hear about this - my prayers are with her family in this time of sorrow. I hope they will find comfort in knowing she is with our Heavenly Father.
July 6, 2009
A wonderful, kind hearted person who always had a smile will be greatly missed.
Glenda Tuel Phenix City, Al
Paul Raybon
July 6, 2009
Dear Uncle Bobby, Suzanne and Janet
We have been praying for Aunt Nora and all of you. Sometimes God's healing doesn't happen this side of heaven, but we know that Aunt Nora is healed and whole today, and we have the opportunity to see her that way again. She was always one of my favorite aunts, as you were my closest cousins and uncle growing up, time and distance does not change that. Take care and know that we love you.
Paul
Larry & Cathy Pate
July 6, 2009
How sad we were to learn about Nora. She was one of the sweetest ladies we have ever known. Always ready with a wonderful smile and stories of her family. She was so full of life, happiness and love for her husband, children and grand babies and will be remembered that way. She will be missed.
Elizabeth Cross
July 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sandy Turner-White
July 6, 2009
I prayed so hard that God would work a miracle in NORA`S sickness. Maybe He did and I don`t understand it. I loved her so! She was one of the sweetest people I have ever called friend and I will surely miss her! She was wonderful at keeping in touch and she had matured into a beatiful Christian woman. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and I pray God will ease your pain and grief and just know He needed another SPECIAL angel in heaven. God bless you all. I am so sorry. I love you Nora and I know you love me! Sandy Turner-White
Mark Baker
July 6, 2009
Sadly I must confess I did not know my Aunt Nora very well. I spent most of my life running from God and walking in Darkness. But the times I had the pleasure of spending time with her all I can remeber is a peaceful Spirit that shined from within her, I now know where that Spirit came from, It was the Spirit of the living God! I have that same Spirit today and I know Aunt Nora will meet me just inside the eastern gates of Gloy Land as I cross over, My most ernest prayers are with Uncle Bobby and family as you pull from God the strength from God to walk through this time of sorrow. Father God I ask that you carry my dear Uncle Bobby and give him that peace that passes all understanding as only you can give in Jesus name Amen! Love and Prayers Mark & Shawne Baker.
Cherry Guest
July 5, 2009
I used to work with Mrs. Nora at Paragon Benefits.She was one of the sweetest and kindest person I have every met. I was struck with sadness when I learned of her passing.My thoughts and prayers goes out to her family during this time of sorrow.
God Bless All Of You.
Marie Bowen Clark
July 5, 2009
Jant, I am so sorry to read of the loss of your dear ,other. She was so precious and I know she will me deeply miised. I didn't know she was even sick. Give your dad a big hug for me. I love you and miss you very much. Your family are ll in my prayers
Sandra Huber
July 5, 2009
Bob, Janet, Suzanne and Family, Nora
will be greatly missed by all her
high school classmates from Wheat Swamp. We all treasure the memories
that we have of her. She always had
such a sweet smile and personality.
We always looked forward to seeing
both Nora and Bob at our class reunions. We have lost a wonderful
friend, but look forward to seeing
her at our final homecoming some day.
She will be welcoming us, with open
arms and her sweet smile.
May God comfort each of you and give
you strength to face each day of this
difficult time, in your lives. May He
bless and keep all of you within His
loving care.
Glenda Herring, Letchworth
July 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cynthia Waldon
July 5, 2009
I used to work with Nora at Paragon Benefits and she always had great spirits.I was sadden to hear of her passing. May God be with the family during these differcult times.
Peace be with the Family
Pennie Benoit
July 5, 2009
Aunt Nora was the sweetest, kindest, most positive person I have ever known. Her laugh and smile could always bring light into a room - that light was Jesus in her heart! As a child, I remember she always made the best kool-aid. I never understood why hers tasted so good, and when I make it, it just tastes like water. I think she stuck her finger in it to make it sweet!
Aunt Nora was a true example of what a Christian woman should be like - similar to the woman described in Proverbs 31. Suzanne and Janet, your mom was a wonderful woman and she taught you both how to follow in her footsteps.
Jesus is enjoying her laughter today. She has no pain and no sorrow any longer. Your sorrow is great and that I understand very well. I am sure Aunt Nora prayed for each of you to be able to handle the grief. God and your mom are watching over you.
Aunt Nora will never be forgotten and will be missed dearly.
Love
Pen Pen
Becky Coleman
July 5, 2009
Dear Raybons,
I used to work with Nora at Paragon. Although I never had the opportunity to know her really well, I do know that there wasn't a purer soul I could have know. She was the kind of lady that could have made anyone smile and she was the sweetest person I could ever know. She always had something positive and uplifting to say. She was the woman that you literally saw the Lord shining through her all the time. I cannot imagine the pain of your loss but I do know that she is with her Lord and that she is watching each and every one of you all. Goodbye Ms. Nora, thank you for always giving a smile or an encouraging word to me when I needed it, you always seemed to know when I did!
Hugh Parks
July 5, 2009
Bob, so sorry to hear about Nora. Have many fond memories of her in high school. May God be with you in your loss.
Beth Fowler Stokes
July 5, 2009
Janet and Suzanne, I had no idea your mom had been sick. I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm thinking of you and praying for you.
Love,
Beth Fowler Stokes
Mike & Kathy Carr
July 5, 2009
Dear Brother Bobby, Nieces Janet, Suzanne, and family
Whenever we think of Nora, we are always reminded of Galatians 5:22:
. . . .the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
Nora was a shining example of the fruit of the Spirit for everyone whose life she touched. We are comforted to know she is now in the presence of the Lord.
God Bless,
Tammy Akers
July 5, 2009
Mr. Bob, Janet,Suzanne,Jeff and grandkids. Nora was a special lady with the best heart. She was like my second Mama and always had nothing but kind words to say and I loved her with all my heart. She treated me, Byron and my special Kristen as if we were her own. I know that she is now in heaven with her "angel wings" on going around helping all of those other angels that need her help. I know that she will be keeping her eyes on her "Bob", Janet,Suzanne,Jeff and her grandchildren whom she adored. I know that her favorite place to vacation was at the beach...we used to say that was the closest place to God and now she is at the permanent beach and will be having that big smile on her face enjoying every minute of it waiting for the rest of us to join her. I know that everyone will have memories of this wonderful lady I know I do and I will never,ever forget her. I have so many special times to remember. I hope that all of you know how much she was loved and all of you know how much she loved each and every one of you. I love each and every one of you and am so very sorry that she has passed but take comfort in knowing that she is in heaven and we will see her again soon. I love each of you very much. Tammy,Byron and Kristen Akers
Kathy Wilson
July 5, 2009
Dear Aunt Nora:
The blessing of your sweet smile, and gentle, loving spirit will never die, and will remain in our hearts for all time. We love you.
Your niece, Kathy
Bill Bailey
July 5, 2009
Dear Uncle Bobby and Family,
I remember Aunt Nora with her bubbly attitude and kind words. She never had a bad word to say about anyone who came in contact with her, and she was dearly loved by all those who were blessed by her presence. We will all miss her. What a kind person! She was one of my favorite Aunts....I will miss her beautiful smile.
Betty Perry
July 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Queen Nora will surely be missed.
God Bless all of you.
The McMullen Family and the Staff of McMullen Funeral Home
July 5, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Billy Raybon
July 4, 2009
Dear Nora,
There was never a better or more pleasent time experienced in our home than when you spent time with us several years ago.
Your joining our family as Bob's
wife delighted each of us and has made such a differance in his life and
was reflected in his smile and daily living .
I'm assured by the way you lived your life that you are free of all pain and that Bob and those you love will be O K .
Good By our friend,we love you ;
Billy & Ann
Derri Pitts
July 4, 2009
To all of my family,
I wish i could be there with yall, but my heart is, and know Aunt Nora will always be inmy heart and a part of me. What a wonderful joy she has brought to all of our lives.Uncle Bobby, Suzanne, and Janet know I love you all and thank you for all the joy you all have brought to this family. I will truly miss Aunt Nora and her cheerful wonderful laugh, but I know God is taking care of her. Bless you all, I wish I could take the pain away but I know the only thing I can do is let yall know I love you all, and I will always love our sweet Aunt Nora. Bless you all.
July 4, 2009
Thank You For Being My BESTEST FRIEND I Love You, You Shall Remain In My Heart and In My Mind Forever. . . It's me wc
Crystal
July 4, 2009
Uncle Bob, Suzanne, & Janet,
Aunt Faye was very special to me. You are in my prayers and no words can express how sorry I am for your loss.
love, Crystal
Joy Barfield
July 4, 2009
Uncle Bob, Suzanne, Janet and Willie Earl,
May God give you peace and comfort in knowing Aunt Faye is no longer suffering...I remember the last time I talked with her, she was always thinking of others as she always did, she would tell me she still prayed for my mom and aunt and others she knew were sick, through out her own sickness. I prayed for a miracle that she would be healed. She always called me her "adopted daughter". She was truly a blessing to us all. Take comfort in knowing many others loved her and will miss her too. Allow our words, thoughts and prayers help comfort you.
Love Dwight, Joy and Caitlin
Willie Earl Gomes
July 4, 2009
My dear sister, there never could be a better one. You were always thinking of others. My heart is heavy losing you, but I know you are suffering no more. One glorious day, I will see you again. Bob, Suzanne and Janet, I love you all my prayers are with you and I pray that God gives you comfort to see you through this difficult time.
Pat Edwards
July 4, 2009
Dear Bob, Suzanne, Janet & family,
Faye is going to be missed by so many of us that she showed her love to. I know to you, she is Nora, but growing up she was Faye to me. There is a 12 year difference in our ages but Faye never treated me as a child. I have treasured memories of her showing me her capri pants (they were not called that back then) and showing me her pretty dresses she was going to wear or had worn to a school function. I will always remember the gentle, loving way she always treated me and that she always told me she loved me. I do not remember back to when I was very small but Mama said Faye would come and get me on Sunday mornings and take me to church with her. I will always be grateful that she loved me enough to take me to church so I could learn about God and how Jesus died and was resurrected to save me from my sins and how I could become a child of God. Your visits to Kinston were always great. We looked forward to a chance to be able to see you both for a few minutes and sometimes Janet came with you also and we could see her too. Dennis only got to know you both in those brief times but he has often commented about how much he enjoyed those visits and about how much he enjoyed getting to know you both. I know Faye is now in Heaven with our Creator who has healed her body physically and now she has the opportunity to praise the one who made us and who became our Father through Jesus Christ's death and resurrection. I read somewhere recently that when we die, if we know God as our Father, it is not that he takes us away, He "receives" us into His eternal home. We all have fond memories of Faye and I pray that each day God will give each of you the comfort you need and the strength to hold onto the fact that one day we will all be together in eternity again. Our prayers are with all of you and we love you all very much.
Love, Pat, Dennis, Clay & Jared Edwards
Vivian Grant
July 4, 2009
Dear Bob, Suzanne, Janet & family,
We wanted you to know that we are praying for God's comfort for all of you in the passing of Faye's life here on earth. Now she is alive with her Father in Heaven and fully healed. We remember her sweet nature, smile and giggle and treasure the memories we have of her.
Love, Uncle Reubin, Aunt Vivian and Chris Grant
Kathy Tyndall-Hernandez
July 4, 2009
Words cannot express how deeply saddened I am at the passing of my precious aunt. What a truly lovely and loving woman she was! I know her final transition to heaven was an easy one for she was already an angel here on earth... she simply gained her wings and joined our Heavenly Father in her spot at His side. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with you Uncle Bob, Suzanne, Janet and family. Love, Kathy
July 4, 2009
Uncle Bob, I'm so sorry about the loss of Aunt Faye. I had no idea she was sick. She and you have always been so kind to us. We love you and if you need anything, please call or write. I love you. Tami Tyndall Enriqueez
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