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DENISE MCFERSON
August 21, 2006
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)
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DENISE MCFERSON
August 21, 2006
MAMA JEAN WAS THE BEST GODMOTHER ANY CHILD COULD EVER HAVE.WHEN I LIFE GARY THAT WENSDAY NIGHT HER AND SHANAY GAVE ME AND MY KID'S THE BIGGEST HUG'S AND KISSES THEY GAVE US THE MOST LOVE EVER.THEY TOLD US TO BE GOOD AND THEY LOVE US.I WENT OVER THERE TO TELL THEM BY AND I LOVE THEM.BUT NOW I KNOW WAY SOMEPEOPLE SAY DON'T EVER TELL SOMEONE GOODBY. BECAUSE YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT TOMORROW MY BRING.THEY TOLD ME TO CALL WHEN WE MADE IT BUT INSTEAD I GOT THE CALL THRUSDAY MORNING ABOUT MOM AND THEN SUNDAY ABOUT SHANAY.WHAT CAN I SAY THEY ARE IN A BETTER PLACE THEN WE WILL EVER BE.THEY HAVE NO MORE PAIN ONLY PEACE.MOM HAS HER TWO GIRL'S ONE BOY AND HER ONE GRANDCHILD AND ONE GODGRANDCHILD IN HEAVEN WITH HER.AND HER EYE'S ON THE ONE'S THAT ARE STILL HERE.GOD DOSE THING'S FOR A REASON IN OUR LIFE THAT WE MY NOT UNDERSTAND SOMETIME'S.AS I HARD AT ONE TIME HE TAKE THOSE THAT ARE READY AND HE'S GIVEN THE OTHER'S A CHANCE TO GET RIGHT.THEY WILL ALWAY'S BE REMEMBERED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN IN OUR HEART'S.
LaShawn Cole
August 19, 2006
"O,Divine Master,grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;to be understood;as to understand,to be loved,as to love; for it is in giving that we receive, it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life." We love you BJ and we miss you dearly. Shawn and kids
Rev. Angelique Kelley
August 11, 2006
In Everything Give Thanks, In everything give thanks. To the family I send my heart felt condolences. Know that earth has no sorry that heaven cannot heal. By Jesus stripes we are healed and I believe Barbara Jean got her healing. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Barbara Jean's smile will be truly miss but forever in our hearts. Be encourge and look to the hills with cometh your help, your help comes from the Lord.
God bless,
Rev. Angelique Kelley-Bacon and Famliy
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HENRY & GALYCE FELTON
August 11, 2006
TO THE FAMILY OF BARBARA JEAN SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS, WE WERE CLUB MEMBERS AND CLOSE FRIENDS TO MY MOTHER, MAY SHE REST IN PEACE,
Frances(Fe-Fe) Gaines
August 10, 2006
May God bless the entire family as we get through the loss of two loved ones. Jean you will truly be missed by your grand-daughters and me. I will focus on all of the fun we shared and I will cherish those memories. May God walk with the boys and Albert as they continue thier journey without thier mother and grandmother.
Betty Nickolson Blaine
August 10, 2006
Dean and Family,
It's been a long time. I truly wish to extend my heartfelt sympathy to you in this your deepest hour of sorrow.
Just remember, trust in the Lord and He will see you through.
Love,
Ulysses & Theresa Perry
August 9, 2006
Our family prays your family has peace. This is a very difficult time. We are made strong with God's help and he comforts in a large way. Although our grandchildren, Dontrell, Damaris, and Devon don't understand the whole picture...they loved their grandmother Barbara Jean and will miss her enormously. We love you.
Mr. Nathan Lewis, Jr
August 8, 2006
barbera Jean.....baby you will be missed by all that knew you and especially me. we have shared alot of laughs and cries...but babygirl i will never forget you.
Your Family,
Scooby
Magnolia Mitchell&Craig Family
August 8, 2006
May God continue to shine his light upon you. Just know that God will never leave or forsake you, rest in him and know that he will keep you thru the mist of your storm.
Magonlia Mitchell& Family
A.B. Martin
August 8, 2006
Bobbie Jean, I will miss you very much - the"GANG" on the corner will miss your smile, laugh and friendship too. We all loved you.
Lisa Evans (Scott)
August 8, 2006
Jean I will miss you and remember you as the mother of the neighborhood children. I know you are now at peace with your two loving daughters, and your youngest son. You will be remembered but gone to a better place to be with your children again. Love
MALEATHA HEATH
August 8, 2006
TO THE FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF BARBERA AND SHONNAE I HAVE KNOWN BARBERA SENSE THE 60'S AND NEIGHBORS FOR QUITE AWHILE I KNOW THAT GOD KNOWS BEST BUT ITS STILL IS A HARD THING BARBERA WENT THROUGH SO MUCH AND GOD HAS SAID WELL DONE SO FAMILY TAKE SOLACE IN KNOWING THAT HER AND HER DAUGHTERS AND SON WILL BE TOGHETHER WITH NO MORE SICKNESS BUT STILL ALL OF THE LOVE THAT GODS HAS TO OFFER THEM MAY GOD KEEP YOU ALL IN HIS PRAYERS AND SO WILL ME AND MY FAMILY. MALEATHA (CHAFFEE) HEATH.
This Cleo in 2006
Cleo Meekins Jr.
August 8, 2006
I am the lord --- I DO NOT CHANGE!
Malachi 3:6
We all love you and so do I. I will miss you.
God bless
Cleo Meekins Jr.
Andrea Evans Watson
August 8, 2006
Jean you will be missed but not forgotten. You are at peace with your girls. love you Drea
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