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Jan Smith
October 29, 2010
Dear Laurel and Family,
I was so surprised to hear of Sara's death. I've known yuur mom for 20 years and we have had some good times. Not only was she a good person, but she also had a big heart. I remember the time when she was taking care of your grandmother and never seemed to complain. Losing a loved one is a loss that only time heals. I say this because for the last month and a half I have been dealing with my own mother's final days, her death, the funeral and the emptiness which comes after it is over and you still feel her presence, and then it dawns on you that she is no longer here. But we can both be comforted by knowing that our mothers are with God and we WILL see them again one day. Prayerfully, Jan Smith
October 28, 2010
Dear Laurel and family,
I was so saddened to hear about Sara's passing. I have known Sara since my childhood days at Grainger Baptist Church and as my optician for all these years. She will be greatly missed. Debbie Hudock (Morehead City)
Lisa Thigpen King
October 27, 2010
Dear Laurel and family,
I will always remember your mom from our days on Rosanne Drive and how sweet she was. My mom would always give me updates on how you were doing after talking with your mom. I know she will be missed by all who knew her. Keep her spirit with you always.
kathy zorbaugh stephens
October 27, 2010
Laurel, Your mom was a really good person and will be missed by all who knew her. My thoughts are with you, Robby & the boys.
Cindy Spivey
October 25, 2010
Dear Laurel & family,
Your mother will be greatly missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing her. No one will be able to fill her shoes. I visited her shop frequently purchasing contacts for my family & myself. She spoke of you and the grand children often. I pray you find comfort in knowing she is know with the Lord.
Yvonne Stroud Deatherage
October 25, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 25, 2010
We were so shocked and saddened to read about Sara's passing. She was always so professional and thoughtful in helping our family with the eye glasses we needed. She often spoke of her family and how proud she was of them. May God bless you all during the time. Tammy and James Dawson
Debbie Wood
October 25, 2010
Dear Laurel and Family,
I was very shocked and saddened to hear about Sara's passing. I first met Sara and you when we were neighbors many years ago on Northwood Drive. Because of that relationship I chose her as my optician. She was always so professional and gave individualized attention to each customer in meeting their needs. She will be greatly missed! I'll continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers the days ahead.
October 24, 2010
I'm so sorry to see where my good friend Sara had passed away. I didn't even know she was sick.We use to be good friends when we had our shops at the mall.i know that you are with the angels now sara walking on streets of pure gold. God Bless your family, Pamela Hunt Boos
Sue Venters
October 23, 2010
Laurel,May the Lord hold you and your family close during this time of sorrow. Know that he will get you through the hardest of times, believe it or not, many of us have shared the loss of our special parents and peace will come. Sara and I shared classes during our time at Grainger High and many conversations during those classes. Memories are wonderful, so just know that you do have them of your MOM.
Michelle Harris
October 23, 2010
I am sending my sincere condolences on the passing of Mrs. Sara. I was saddened to read of her death. She was a very sweet and friendly lady. I worked for a local ambulance transport company in Kinston and we transported patients to her office. She was always so kind to us and the patients. May the wonderful memories you have of her bring peace to your heart.
MaryEllison Turner
October 22, 2010
I was shocked and saddened to read Sara's obituary today. She has been my friend for nearly 40 years. She always was so thoughtful and professional in her work and did her best to please her customers. I will miss her so much. She's fitted every pair of glasses I've ever had. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Mary Ellison S. Turner,
Kinston, NC
Jane Johnson
October 22, 2010
I was a classmate of Sara at Grainger High School and saw her at our recent reunion. She was always very pleasant and I will always remember her smile. I send my love to the family and will keep all of you in prayer during this time of loss.
Mary Herring Drummond
October 22, 2010
Laurel
I just heard about Sara. I loved your Mom and I am sorry for your loss. I don't have a single childhood memory that doesn't include you or Sara. Please know I am lifting you up in prayer.
Louisa Simpson
October 22, 2010
I knew Sarah from her years of fitting me with glasses both at DuPont and in the Kinston community. She was truly one of a kind. She was a great friend to our family and she will be truly missed.
Susie Pearson
October 22, 2010
Laurel,
Your Mother was a true southern lady. She was the best optician ever and served my family for 20+ years. My Mother would not go anywhere else to be fitted for glasses. It had to be Sara. Her professionalism was always so genuine. At every visit she would always mention you when you were growing up and then she would talk about your family. She was very proud of you. May happy memories carry you through this time.
Sincerely, Susie Holland Pearson
Marjorie (Taylor) Copeland
October 22, 2010
I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I was in the Class of 63 with her and got to renew our acquaintance at our recent reunion. I am sure she will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Judye (Taylor) Smith
October 22, 2010
I am truly sorry for your great loss. I was in school with Sara and we were friends - had lost touch with her when she left the mall. You're in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Rodney Goodman
October 22, 2010
On behalf of the Grainger High School Class of 1963, I wish to express our heart-felt sympathy in the loss of Sara Hamilton Best. Her name said it all--she was the best. We have all grown closer after our 47th reunion, of which Sara played a great part. She was on our planning committee and was always there willing to do anything she could for our school class. We all will be better people for knowing Sara. May the Lord comfort you in this sad time.
Julie Jones
October 22, 2010
Dear Laurel and Family, Memories of your Mama and her family are eternally a part of my family's holiday tradition. Growing up in Kinston my mother would buy one of Mrs. Hamilton's incomparable fresh cocoanut cakes every Thanksgiving and Christmas. They would be our very special holiday breakfast treat and dessert. My family and I left Kinston in 1965. There has never been a Thanksgiving or Christmas since then that we all don't speak of and miss Mrs. Hamilton's fresh cocoanut cake. At our 35th high school reunion, your Mama made a cake for me. That's who Sara was. Nothing but goodness and generosity. In all the years, I only knew Sara to be kind and thoughtful. This world was lucky to have her, and I was lucky to know her. Blessings to you and all of your family. Julie Jones
wanda dawson
October 22, 2010
Dear Laurel and family
I am so sorry for your loss. Sara loved you all so much and was very proud of you. Sarah came by to see us after we moved back to NC on her way home from CE classes. We had a very a very nice visit and then we went to "Mayflower Seafood" for dinner. " She said I thought I was going to miss my Saturday night seafood". When I was a little girel your Mom was kinda a big sister to me. I will miss her. Love and prayers always. Your cousin Wanda Hamilton Dawson
Marie Heath
October 22, 2010
I knew Sara from her coming to Electrolux on Wednesday's. She was the company optician for safety prescription glasses. She was always very helpful and did her job well. She will be missed by everyone. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
October 22, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sara was a special person and will truly be missed. We pray for your comfort from your grief in the days ahead. John & Vickie Houghton
Betty Kinney
October 22, 2010
Laurel and family, my deepest regrets on the loss of Sara. She was one of the kindest people and she was loved by many. May Gods love comfort you during this time and always.
Edna McDonald
October 22, 2010
Laurel, I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was a fine lady, always friendly and with a pretty smile. May God Bless you and your family at this very sad and emotional time.
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