Shirley Carol Cardwell

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 1998-2010


Love Me.
This just seemed fit, Marti and Logan, as to what your Mom would want you all to know.
Bernice and I are not far away. You all are part of our family. Brenda

Ginger, i just wanted to let you know how sorry i am to hear of you loss. I will keep you and family in my prayers.

Sherry, Marti, and Ginger:

So sorry for the loss of your Mother. You will be in my prayer.

Marti,

I am so very sorry to hear this. I hope you and Morgan are doing okay. You and your family will be in my thoughts.

ginger i want all of you to know i will be thinking of all of you. im sorry i can not come to the service but since i lost my mom last year i cannot make myself walk into the funeral home. i know its going to be hard to acceptit but you have to be strong for each other. i had to keep that in my mind all the time to keep going.your mom wants you to be strong. she was one strong lady her self. I know we werent very close but if you ever need any one to talk to i will listen because i went through the same thing and i know how very hard it is. 423-646-2642 . vickie wilson{L.C.King}

Im so sorry we love you all and here for any thing you need love all for ever Eddie leonard

Girls I am sorry to hear about your mom I know it's hard but God is with you and will take care of you. If you need me give me a call
Betty