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Mark Wilson
October 10, 2016
True story. I forgot my lunch money and was sitting in the lunch room and she noticed that I had no lunch. She gave me the lunch money to purchase my meal that day! Almost 40 years later I have never forgotten that and based on the comments here she lived her life that way.
Sandra Cadle/Kennedy
February 15, 2012
Ellen and Family: As I sat in the church on Saturday's service listening to the Pastor and Robert, I kept waiting for Aunt Evelyn to come in and sit at the organ with that great smile. I truly missed her and I had never been in the church without Aunt Evelyn being there. One of my great memories is going to visit her and when you walked in the door she immediately took you into the kitchen and fixed you a beverage with the tiny little ice cubes. I thought it was the greatest. She was a great caring person and will be forever missed. I am blessed that my mother Louise (her sister) and I could be with the family on Aunt Evelyn's day.
Macee Quales
February 11, 2012
Mrs. McDaniels was one of the best teachers at Virginia Junior High. She was an inspiration to myself and other students. She will be missed by many.
February 11, 2012
Ellen,
I am sorry about losing your Mom and hope you found comfort being with your family in Bristol. My husband is from Bristol, TN and the Akards are family friends so I know your family was well taken care of as you said goodbye to your Mom. As a fellow Social Studies teacher, I would loved to have met your Mom and shared stories of her experiences. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Debbie Powers, Manchester Middle School
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Debra Poulton
February 10, 2012
Mrs. McDaniel was very much a lady. She was always so kind and loved children. You could tell that she was a true educator.
Karen Francis
February 10, 2012
Mrs McDaniel was one of my favorite teacher at Va Middle School back then (Virginia Junior High School) ..She was always so helpful with me , and so nice and caring ..She will be missed by me and others..Her family is in my Prayers..May God Bless you all!!!
Nicole Carter-Combs
February 10, 2012
Mrs McDaniel was a wonderful teacher. Her social studies class was one of my favorites. She will truly be missed.
February 10, 2012
Evelyn McDaniel's smile was beautiful. She was genuinely an intelligent, sincere, and happy person to be around. My prayers are with the family.
Jeff Booher
February 10, 2012
My condolences to the family.
clara Adams Leonard
February 10, 2012
Mrs. Mcdaniel Was truly a wonderful Teacher.She was so kind to us in her class. She had a smile that touched all of our hearts. Blessings sent to her family and friends.
February 10, 2012
Please accept our deepest sympathy upon the loss of your loved one. Her gifts to the Bristol Virginia City Schools and community were many and she will be sorely missed. We hold you in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Brittle and Faculty and Staff of Stonewall Jackson Elementary School
Dawn Hancock
February 10, 2012
I was blessed to work with Evelyn in my early years at Virginia Junior High. I will always remember her kindness, energy and sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Kelly Burleson
February 10, 2012
Ellen all of us here at Manchester are thinking of you and your family during this time. We are so sorry to hear about your mother.
Geraldine Parker
February 10, 2012
We are very sorry to hear of Evelyn's passing. The family is in our thoughts and prayers. Cousin J.C. Berry and Cousin Geraldine Berry Parker
Matt Parks
February 10, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Chris Icenhour
February 10, 2012
Thank you Mrs. McDaniel for your love, your smile, and patience with young teens. That smile and dedication to teaching us truly reflected the love of Christ. Enjoy your eternal life with the Lord! For her family, I pray for your loss, and ask for peace that passes all human understanding.
Kim Rose
February 10, 2012
Dear Ellen,
Thinking about you and keeping you in my prayers. Kim
Shannon Hayes
February 10, 2012
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Denise Hattley
February 10, 2012
Dear Ellen and Family,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 10, 2012
Dear Ellen,
I know what you are feeling. I lost my mom last May after a lengthy illness. Please know that I am praying your strength. When you've done your best and she's in a better place, now the Lord will give her rest.
Love,
Denise Lawrence
February 10, 2012
MRS. MCDANIELS WAS A FAVORITE OF MINE. I DID NOT GO TO THE SCHOOL SHE TAUGHT BUT SHE WAS A REGULAR CUSTOMER AT LERNER'S ON STATE STREET. SHE WAS ALWAYS SO KIND TO US YOUNGER ONES WHO HAD JUST STARTED OUT IN THE WORK FIELD.
SHE DISPLAYED HER CHRISTIAN CHARACTER BY THE KINDNESS SHE SHOWED TO OTHERS.
MAY GOD BLESS HER FAMILY.
WILMA BELLAMY
BRISTOL, VA
Jane Sykes
February 10, 2012
Ellen, Thinking of you in this difficult time and keeping you in my prayers.
Julie Walton
February 10, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lisa Fricker
February 10, 2012
Mrs. McDaniel was one of the best teachers I had n middle school.
Cherie Broadwater
February 9, 2012
To the family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with the family. Mrs. McDaniel was one of the best teachers I had in middle school. She will always be remembered.
Tamera {Mitchell} Rogers
February 9, 2012
To the McDaniel Family:
I remember Mrs. McDaniel from Va. middle school. She was such a wonderful great and caring woman. She was my favorite teacher. I saw her and her husband about 6 years ago at the Cancer Center when my dad was having his treatments. I was surprised after ALL these years she still remembered me and called me by name. I had her in '80 or '81. She was always smiling, happy and was always upbeat. I am very sorry for your loss. She is now rejoicing with her husband in Heaven. I will never forget her. Praying for you for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Keressa Clark
February 9, 2012
Mrs. McDaniel was by far the greatest teacher and lady to ever walk this earth. She made middle school enjoyable for a lot of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Charity Dowell
February 9, 2012
I have wonderful memories of Evelyn. I have always looked up to and admired her. She was my teacher and friend. A Christian woman that always contributed to her community.
February 9, 2012
Dear Ellen and family,
May the concern and sympathy of those who care help you through this difficult time. Your mother must have been a wonderful lady as told by so many of her past students and friends.
With Sincere Sympathy,Deborah Bodsford
Cathy Kirtley
February 9, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Tabatha Nunley
February 9, 2012
For the Family of Mrs.McDaniel. She was a terrific most caring lady I have ever met. I am sorry for the loss, but remember it is a gain for Heaven. They have one of the best Angels
Michelle Woolet
February 9, 2012
Elaine, Ellen and family members: What a beautiful person Evelyn was; she was always so kind and warm. I came to know her through her niece, Lisa. Evelyn made me feel as if I was a part of the family. Her warm contagious smile will always be a wonderful memory of mine. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Diane Parke
February 9, 2012
Mrs. McDaniel's was one of my favorite junior high teachers. She taught me so much and I minored in History because of how she made it exciting! We spent several mornings at her house drinking hot chocolate. God's blessings, Diane Stewart Parke
February 9, 2012
Dearest Ellen----I know it has been a hard journey for you with your Mom---so glad the last few weeks were positive and wonderful for you both. Mary
Kathy Carter
February 9, 2012
I have wonderful memories of this gracious lady who made me feel very much a part of VMS as a teacher in the late 70s and early 80s. She always had a smile on her face each day for her students and colleagues. One of my fond memories was her comment in regard to always be prepared with a spare pair of hose back in the days when all the female teachers wore high heels and dresses! She will be missed, and my prayers are with her family.
February 9, 2012
Ms. McDaniel was a great lady! VMS memories...sorry for the family's loss, but heaven gained a new angel! Krista Mitchell Turner
February 9, 2012
Such wonderful memories of Evelyn, who made me welcome to the Bristol Virginia School Board 18 years ago, as well as my daughter's generous and kind teacher at VMS. We celebrate her life.
Randy White
February 9, 2012
Evelyn was one of the finest and most gracious ladies we have ever had the pleasure of meeting. She will be missed.
We all take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Bristol Virginia Transit
Becky Muller
February 9, 2012
Dear Ellen and Elaine,
You had a wonderful mom and dad. They were very dear to me. I am sorry for your sadness, but, can you imagine the reunion they are having today in heaven? That makes me smile.....
Love,
Becky Muller
Lisa Countiss
February 9, 2012
My Aunt Evelyn was the most patient, kind and loving person; she let me follow her through her yard work for hours telling me the name of every flower and tree. We would sit at the kitchen window and watch birds, and she taught me all their names. Every time I see a cardinal, a robin or a jay, I think of my Aunt Evelyn, and the promise that spring is coming. She gave me my nickname, "Boo."
Ellaine, Ellen, husbands and sons, and all the brothers and sisters, our loss is heaven's gain. "Aunt Evelyn" was a devout Christian and served as church organist and many other positions of Christian service and civic service. She was so giving and kind, so other-centered. She gave so much to her family, church and community. She will be greatly missed, but we know that she is with her beloved Lord and Savior and with Uncle Bob, at peace and at rest, until we meet again.
Love,
Lisa "Boo" (niece)
tabatha nunley
February 9, 2012
Prayers for the McDaniel family are here. This is a very nice lady. I had her in civics in 7th grade in 1990-1991.
Patsy (Leonard) Patrick
February 9, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I have many fond memories of your family at East End Christian.
Lil Gibson
February 9, 2012
I shall never forget the wonderful times shared with Evelyn as we worked together in the Virginia School System.
She was a "one of a kind" special and wonderful friend!
I shall never forget her!
May sweet memories bring you joy, and may God's promise to reunite us in His Kingdom bring you peace.
With love and sympathy,
Lil Gibson (aka "sis bynum")
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