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Jill Lauren Southworth
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Jill Southworth Obituary
Jill Lauren Southworth, (1983 - 2011)
born December 7, 1983 in Houston, passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2011.
Jill was a former student in the Honors Program at The University of Houston.
She will be remembered for her intelligence, artistic talent and love of literature. Jill is survived by her mother, Robyn Church Southworth and father, John Southworth, brother, SPC Matthew D. Southworth (US Army Ft Rucker, AL) and a very special little boy, Cade Church.
Also survived by grandfather, C. Lon Church (Melissa, TX), Aunt Cindy Hunston (Carnation, WA), Aunt Amy McCommas (Allen TX), Uncle Lon Church (Houston, TX), Uncle John Church (Los Angeles, CA) and numerous cousins.
The family will host a memorial on Sunday, February 6, 2011 at Jill's uncle and aunt's home at 3631 Gramercy Street Houston, TX 77025 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm.
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Mom
January 30, 2025
I miss you every day dear Jill. You were a gift to me for a shorter time than I would have wished. I love you always more than words can express.
Kathy Isbell
February 1, 2021
You are remembered with love always, sweet Jill.
Cousin Kathy
Missing you. Love, dad
John Southworth
June 18, 2016
Jimmie Zarate
May 19, 2013
You were so sweet and fragile.I will always remember you.
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Eva Geneva Berry
August 23, 2012
Jill (G.W. as I Called you)-Imiss you dude.You were the best friends i've ever had and we loved each other like sisters and I will never forget you and love you as a sister until the day I die.I miss you more than you'll ever know.Sweet dreams G.W.
Alejandro Herdocia
April 9, 2011
Jill is an incredible and sweet friend. We met in college and continued to keep in touch off and on, typically over drinks with friends. She was so much fun to just talk to. I, like some other of her friends, just heard the news that we cannot see her again. She is missed very deeply - she's one of the people that make this world beautiful to me and many others and we will miss her. My condolences to her family and friends. May she give us all strength to cherish each other and our lives more.
Vanessa Rodriguez
March 24, 2011
Jill, I will always remember you as a free spirit walking with the wind. I hope your soul is at ease now. I am so sorry to find out so late.... My sincere condolences to your family.
C. Gotting
March 19, 2011
I unfortunately just heard about this from a mutual friend. It is very surreal and brings up memories from when she and I first met as high school freshman. I hope in some way now your soul may find peace. My sympathies and prayers go out to your mother and uncle who I'd remembered were there for you from the beginning.
N R
March 2, 2011
It never ceases to amaze me how blind we can be when we are really hurting.... Jill I will always remember you as such a bright, sweet, awesome person! The rest of us will celebrate your life, not mourn your death.
Daisy Smith
February 15, 2011
Robyn, My sympathy is extended to you and your family. Stay focus and cherish the precious memories. Daisy Smith (T. H. Rogers)
James Whitney
February 13, 2011
Jill, I always loved you and you were always the most special person in my life from when I first met you years ago. I'll always love you and you will always be in my thoughts.
February 7, 2011
Jill. You are wit. And you are humor. Above all, you know how to poke fun. You also wouldn't appreciate platitudes. We love you, and we loved everything that made you...you.
February 7, 2011
Jill, I'll always remember you as such as sweet and very intelligent person. You've touched so many lives and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I am glad you are at peace now.
Von N
February 7, 2011
Jill, I'll always remember you as such as sweet and very intelligent person. You've touched so many lives and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I am glad you are at peace now.
Cynthia Huse
February 7, 2011
Jill was a beautiful lady that left this life too soon. May God give peace and healing to all of you that cared so much for her. John, you and Dru and family are in prayers here for healing and comfort at this difficult time.
David Hernandez
February 7, 2011
Robyn,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Jill your daughter.
Sophia Havasy
February 7, 2011
Robyn, I am so sorry for your loss. She cared about her family deeply.
Helen C.
February 7, 2011
Jill, you will be missed. I send my heartfelt condolences to your family and all of your friends during this difficult time. Blessings to you, always.
Sandy Lynn
February 7, 2011
John, I can't imagine the grief you are feeling, but remember, we care about you & Dru and are here for you! I only knew Jill through you, but you painted a beautiful picture of the daughter you loved. May God help heal the hole in your heart left by her departure.
Faith Braverman
February 7, 2011
Your ethereal beauty and loving heart were too beautiful for the world to handle. An angel on earth, now an angel in heaven. Rest in peace Jill. Your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers. To Jill's parents, I am so sorry for your loss. She was an amazing person and I will never forget her.
Charlie Bourg
February 6, 2011
Lon and Cindy,
God Bless you and your family.
Vassar Dickerson
February 6, 2011
Robyn, I can not express how sorry I am that OUR Jill has left so soon. I say "OUR" because I remember how eagerly we all in RDSP awaited her birth. Remember, I kept her baby picture on my desk. I share your pain.
Elizabeth Cuccerre
February 6, 2011
Robin
Although I only remember Jill as a young child, it seems she grew up to be such a beautiful, gifted young woman. I know Jill will look down from heaven and send you love. You are in my prayers.
Catherine Hipps-Bonilla
February 6, 2011
"I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. (John 14:18) May God, who called your precious Jill home, be ever close to you...May He surround you with his love and continue to send you the comfort you need. We cry with you,Robyn....God knows what he is doing....Jill is in a better place.
Jeanette Pearson
February 6, 2011
Robin I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do please let me know, Also, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathleen Isbell
February 6, 2011
Jill's delicate beauty, wit, and sweetness was a blessing in all of our lives. She will be profoundly missed. The loss of someone so young and so talented is excruciating. Goodbye for now Jill. I love you sweetheart. And I love you all, my wonderful cousins. Peace.
Larry & Myra Lockhart
February 6, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be on our prayers.
Jimmy Powell
February 6, 2011
Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts, prayers and...mostly...in our hearts!!
February 6, 2011
Robyn,
"May God bless you and family at this time of sorrow." Sharon Dyer
(Houston, TX)
February 5, 2011
My heart and prayers go out to the family at this most difficult time. R Gamboa (Brookshire, TX)
Ginger Hearn
February 5, 2011
It is heartbreaking to lose a child. You will always hold her within your heart and have sweet memories of her. Every day is a new day and time will help heal the deep, deep pain, but the love will stay forever. God's spirit and love watches over all.
San Wolverton
February 5, 2011
May Jill's light always shine in your heart.
Lynell Smith
February 5, 2011
May those who loved Jill find comfort in knowing that she is at peace.
Kelly Frydland
February 5, 2011
We lost touch and I am sad we did. I always had so much fun hanging out with you. I am so sad you are no longer with us but I will never forget u <3
Leslie Stiteler
February 5, 2011
Jill was such a beautiful person...inside and out. I always felt a strong connection to you. You will be so completely missed. God Bless!
natasha edmonds
February 5, 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
natasha edmonds
February 5, 2011
the times we shared will always be dear to me you will never be forgotten love and miss you !!!
Betty Gibbs
February 5, 2011
What a beautiful child I missed meeting on this earth. May God bring His comfort to all who love you.
February 5, 2011
Our deepest and sincere condolences to the Southworth family and all related family members. May each of you find comfort in knowing Jill is in a better place and is at peace. Warmly, The McDonough Family, OK
Tien (lizzy)
February 5, 2011
Jill, I spent the morning listening to Boyz II Men's "Water Runs Dry," remembering our childhood together. I will never forget you. XO
donna pratley
February 5, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Jill's passing,although I did not know her i am sure she was a very special person....prayers..thoughts and love to the family
merrilee cunningham
February 5, 2011
My daughter Susannah always loved you and will miss you forever.
Alicia Spencer
February 5, 2011
Jill has always been a light in life and will continue to be a bright inspiration in the hearts of her loved ones, as well as heaven above.
Jen Schaffer
February 5, 2011
I will miss you forever. My memories of you are filled with laughter and fun and songs and random quotes. You will never be forgotten.
James Ratliff
February 5, 2011
You will always be in my heart, and on my mind. I miss you.
James Ratliff
February 5, 2011
You will always be in my heart, and on my mind. I miss you so much. Big James
February 5, 2011
I miss you so much. You will always be in my heart, and on my mind. I love you.
Charlotte Strange
February 5, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with these families at this sorrowful time. May God be with you all as you cope with your grief.
February 5, 2011
As long as we are being remembered, we remain alive. Rest in peace, Jill.
larry muse
February 5, 2011
"Gone Too Soon"! Another beautiful star bless's our heavens. Sad you had to leave! RIP!
mo mehta
February 5, 2011
We will miss you Jill
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