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for Robert Rutherford
brenda caughorn,delaney
August 29, 2011
so sorry for ur loss. i am alvin caughorns sister brenda dont know if u remember me or not. but i hated to hear bout robert. god will give u strength just turn to him in your time of need. god bless your family.
crystal nance and kids
August 29, 2011
Bless u all God may be with u
crystal nance and kids
August 29, 2011
I yall may not know me but this is crystal Pam's daughter and u didn't really know him but he made my aunt loise happy that's all that matters so heveill be well missed God bless everybody and keep safe
Papaw, Connie, & Kya (great-great-grandbaby)
Chauntae Johnson
August 7, 2011
Love this one! Too funny/cute!
Chauntae Johnson
August 7, 2011
We Love U Papaw!
Chauntae Johnson
August 7, 2011
Chauntae Johnson
August 7, 2011
Chauntae Johnson
August 7, 2011
Chauntae Johnson
August 7, 2011
Chauntae Johnson
August 7, 2011
LOVE this picture
Chauntae Johnson
August 7, 2011
Chauntae Johnson
August 7, 2011
Papaw I don't even know where to begin about what a wonderful man you was. Our hearts was broken that you left us so soon, but we know you are in heaven with mammaw brenda. I'm sure you're having a great time up there. I know mammaw was so glad to see you, she just adored you. We miss u and mammaw so much, but I know we will see you again some day. Not a day will go by that we all don't think of you. Love U so much papaw! Love, Chauntae, J.J, & your great-great-grandbaby Kya
Papaw holding his Great-Great-Grandbaby (Kya)
Chauntae Johnson
August 7, 2011
amanda browning
August 6, 2011
Sorry to hear of the loss of your father in law Diane. I will keep you all in my prayers.
August 5, 2011
Sorry to hear of your loss.You all are in my prayers and i love all of you.Sure will miss him. love Loraine Rutherford
Ben & Michelle Rayfield & Family
August 5, 2011
Very sorry to hear of your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
gwen smith
August 5, 2011
my prayers go up for you during this time..Gwen Smith
MARVIN & KATHY MITCHELL
August 4, 2011
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
Jeffrey Coffey
August 4, 2011
To the Rutherfords,
Robert will be missed. Especially over at the By-lo. He was always a pleasure to talk to. My deepest condolances go out to your family.
Dusty
August 4, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Robin Hurst
August 3, 2011
Praying for your family. Love, Robin Hurst & Steve Hensley
Junior & Helen Garrett
August 3, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Cara Yarber
August 3, 2011
Our prayers go out to the family. Lean on the faith that you all have in knowing he is in a better place. I know how hard it is to lose someone so special. Just keep praying. Let us know if you need anything.
Jay Singleton
August 3, 2011
You were such a wonderful person and will be missed greatly by many. We love you papaw. Jay, Bayleigh, and Ashley
Bridgett Reagan
August 3, 2011
Love you and will miss you Pappaw. Love, your great granddaughter Bridgett and your great great granddaughter, Jada
August 3, 2011
Robin Spires and family . Praying for the family. We love you guys. Sonny and Penny Glandon
Robin, Larry, Blake and Kaleia Spires
August 3, 2011
My dear sweet papaw, oh how I love you so!! God broke His mold when he made you as no other man compares. You were the most loving, kind, compassionate, caring man I have ever known - such a living testimony to every one that was blessed to know you. I never heard an unkind or ugly word come out of your mouth about anyone or anything. You have set a wonderful example for your children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, and we are all so blessed to have had these years with you. You are now in a far better place, and I know there is a celebration going on with Jesus, mamaw, momma and your mom, dad and siblings, and I look forward to joining you all some day. I pray that God will give us all comfort, peace and strength to get through this difficult time, and I know HE will. I love you so much!
August 3, 2011
Julie, sorry to hear about your loss, know that we are here for you if you need anything. Love you, Susie, Scott, Coty and Jake
August 3, 2011
Pappaw,I love you very much and I miss You, but I know you are with mammaw & aunt Brenda now in a better place and that you are no longer in any pain.
May GOD be with the our family as we go thru this difficult time. But I know with his help we will all be able to get thru this.
Love, Donna
JOHN&CONNIE AYERS
August 3, 2011
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
Danny Smith
August 3, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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