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Vernell Landrum Obituary
CHESNEE, SC-- Late at night, on June 2, 2008, God strolled through the garden and chose one of its finest, Vernell Burgess Landrum, and called her to eternal rest. Vernell Landrum was born April 3, 1924 in Spartanburg County. She was the daughter of the late Howard and Bertha Burgess. She was a faithful lifelong member of New Bedford Baptist Church. She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, the late Harvey "Jeff" Landrum. Their union together produced eleven children.
Left to cherish loving memories are eight sons, Bobby Landrum, Harvey W. Landrum, Jr. (Mary) and Randy L. Landrum of Chesnee, Willie E. Landrum (Joyce) of Barnwell, SC, James R. Landrum (Carolyn) and Denny A. Landrum (Sylvia) of Inman, Larry G. Landrum (Doris) of Cowpens and Billy W. Landrum (Patricia) of High Point, NC; Three daughters, Beverly J. Davis (Bobby) of Columbia, SC, Jacqueline V. Moore of Chesnee, and Kindelyn E. Brandon (Robert) of Charlotte, NC; four sisters, Florence Wilkins and Canary Quander (Henry) of Alexandria, VA, Genell Teamer of Spartanburg, Annie Ruth Collington of Asheville, NC; and six sisters-in-law, Gabriella Tillman and Frances Johns (Joe) of Cincinnati, OH, Niza Bell Splawn of Campobello, Latha Burgess of Chesnee, and Garnell Burgess and Aildonia Burgess Clarke of Spartanburg. Vernell also leaves to cherish a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and other relatives and dear friends.
The funeral will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, June 7, 2008 at New Bedford Baptist Church, Campobello, officiated by Rev. Willie T. Thurman. The body will lie in state prior to the service from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM. Burial will be in Old White Hall Cemetery.
The family is receiving friends at the home, 1810 Little Africa Road, Chesnee.
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Vivian McCray
June 10, 2008
May the God of peace provide you comfort during your time of loss. My sympathy to the family.
Cassandra Brown
June 7, 2008
To Denny and family:
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in God's grace and abundant love at this time.
Mr. and Mrs Keith Foster Foster
June 7, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
ANGIE FOSTER
June 6, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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Reid Caldwell
June 6, 2008
To Richard Landrum & Family:
May God who understands each need, Who listens to every prayer,
Bless you and keep you, in His tender loving care.
"I am the ressurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live". John 11:25
With sincere sympathy,
Reid and Pat Caldwell
Janete Smith
June 6, 2008
To the Landrum Family: No smile was brighter and no heart was bigger than that of Mrs. Landrum. A bright light has gone out, but she leaves all of us so much the better for having known her. Our entire family loved her dearly and she loved us back, so we grieve deeply with you and for you. Let us all continue the good works that she left here on earth so that we may all see her again in Heaven.
All my love,
JAMES ANDERSON
June 6, 2008
EXPRESSING OUR SYMPATHY TO THE LANDRUM FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW, WITH LOVING MEMORIES OF YOUR MOM WHO TOUCHED THE LIVES AND HEARTS OF MANY.
THE ANDERSON FAMILY
Rita hardy
June 6, 2008
Denny & Sylvia and daughters, my heart goes out to you in love and sympathy, may God hold each of you in his loving arms of protection ,and have mercy on you we will keep you all in our prayers.
Love you much
Melvin & Rita Hardy
ANITA and DOMINIC SCRUGGS
June 5, 2008
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU WILL BE IN OUR PRAYERS.
Bobby & Vanessa Foster
June 5, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. If we can
do anything please let us know. God
bless each one of you.
Min.Randy Farr & Family
June 5, 2008
Denny May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Helen Bell Smith and Bell Family
June 5, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Patrice Simpson
June 5, 2008
To my family ,Im very sorry for your lost. Aunt Vernell was a wonderful lady and she will be missed greatly .I know that heaven is shinning brightly because a beautiful Angel has arrived !
Patricia Foster-Embry
June 4, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Georgia Ann Foster
June 4, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Willie Hines
June 4, 2008
Pastor Richard & Carolyn Landrum & Family
Martha Staggs Thomas
June 4, 2008
Dear Richard, Carolyn and Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences. I loved Mrs. Landrum and will remember her fondly.
In Christian Love,
Aunt Martha
Annette, Chris, krystal, Kristi and Jerome Foster-Dunn
June 4, 2008
I am so sorry for your lost, my prayers are with you all. Just know that GOD has prepared a place for her, and being the wonderful person she was, heaven is celebrating her arrival and GOD is welcoming her with open arms.
Martha Sinclair
June 4, 2008
Beverly,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you grieve the loss of your mother. Take comfort in knowing that she is at peace in the beautiful house of the Lord.
Sterling,Pat and Kalin Miller
June 4, 2008
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 1998-2008
Tim Howard
June 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers have been with ya'll since speaking with Jamie yesterday afternoon. I know Jamie was very proud of his grandmother. Please let me know if or how I could help.
Tim
Andrea Fleming
June 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family as you grieve during this time. God will provide all the strength you need to carry you through.
Ethel McClettie
June 4, 2008
Celebrate your mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and cousin's life well lived and cherish all the fond memories of her. My heart is saddened by her passing and my condolences to the family.
Timmie and Barry Stapleton
June 4, 2008
Denny, We are so sorry for your loss. If there is anything we can do for you or the family,please let us know.
Bennie, Lillie, Dot, Darnell, Larry, Pankie, Bobby and Lucille Palmer
June 4, 2008
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Tina Twitty
June 4, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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