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Victorya Charis Tunstall
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Victorya Tunstall Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Roanoke Times.
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Kimberly Searfass
August 3, 2020
Seeing memories of you this morning bring a smile to my face and many beautiful thoughts to my heart. What a joy you were. I can still question myself, asking have I continued to witness to others about God's ultimate love the way you did daily in your short years. Remembering you through these years has bought me many smiles. As I pray for your family today, I continue to ask God to help them remember your beautiful smile and spirit of joy. Let me believe daily that I have the Lord's VICTORY. Until we meet again...
TAMMY PIPER
August 5, 2017
Continuing to think about and lift you in prayer! Love, Tammy
She is rejoicing in Heaven!
Tammy Piper
March 9, 2017
Continue to keep you both in prayer! Love, Tammy
Tammy Piper
August 5, 2013
Edye and Leigh and family, remembering you all. You are all a inspiration! I thank God for you, and for loving you! Love, Tammy
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August 4, 2013
“I reckon” on 8-4-13*
Romans 8:21 For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.
The number 13 is unlucky, I reckon some people say. I reckon I should agree with them, especially today.
Since six years ago* a girl, of twelve, went to swim with some friends. Her mother and I reckon no one else expected her life would end.
I reckon her Brother Jesus had watched her all her life and comforted all her sorrows and strengthened her through strife.
I reckon life on earth was hard to live without a dad. I reckon that's why she gave “some love” to people who were sad.
I reckon her brother who watched her swim could be really mad at God; since he had loved Victorya from before the day she crawled.
To “take” his daddy and her too—“How could God be so mean?”, yet I know our Saviour Jesus Christ had strengthened this young teen.
I reckon he trusted his Heavenly Father before his daddy died since he's comforts his mother with God's word when he see the tears I cry.
I reckon people may stare at me when at church I raise my hands and sing “Forever I will love you, forever I will stand”.
I reckon it doesn't matter since sometimes it seems to me that I'm running into my Father's arms like a child who's only three. Or maybe I have a teacher, yes Jesus is name, and I wanna cry “pick me Lord” and hear him call my name.
I reckon one day I'll die or I'll meet Him in the clouds. I reckon I'll hear him call my name alone or in a crowd.
I reckon (if you're not from here) “I reckon” seems strange to you. But according to God's holy Word I reckon means “'Tis true”.
“Tis true that Victorya's body died that day at Swan Lake Pool but I reckon her soul is more alive now than in a middle school.
I reckon she and Glenn are singing praise (Glenn is now in tune ? ) where church goes on forever (since in Heaven there's no noon ? ).
I reckon my son and I aren't “lucky”, I'd rather say we're “blessed”. Since Jesus died for our every sin and passed the final test.
The final test of righteousness we cannot pass alone, so I reckon we'll study God's holy Word ‘til our family completely worships at His throne.
You may have cried or you may have laughed as you read my words. I reckon sometimes I do the same when Jesus' name is heard. He is my husband and my friend, my Father and Brother too. I reckon He loves everyone for `tis true He died for you!
Philippians 1:21 21 For to me(I reckon) to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
* It just doesn't add up (reckon) naturally ?. Children bury parents, not vice versa and 8+4=12 not thirteen!
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 (NKJV)13 But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. 14 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus.[b]15 For this we say to you by the word of the Lord, that we who are alive and remain until the coming of the Lord will by no means precede those who are asleep. 16 For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. 17 Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord. 18 Therefore (I reckon we oughta) comfort one another with these words.
Edye (formerly Edie) Tunstall 8-4-13.
Janine Gallardo
August 5, 2012
Edye, Your strength which comes from your daily reliance on God is an inspirational to all who know your story.
LaVern
August 4, 2012
…Tomorrow *(8/3/12)
I'm a procrastinator … … so it seems tomorrow's my middle name
But putting off 'till tomorrow just doesn't seem the same.
‘Cause tomorrow is the date I last saw you face to face,
And truth be told there's rarely a day I don't think of you Victorya “Grace”(1).
I think about you smiling … … around the throne of God,
Or smiling as you shared with me something you found odd.(2)
I know you're loving God's own Son, who died to set you free.
Jesus helped me choose your name (before your dad went Home 3), to remember Christ's Victory.
I miss my daughter and her dad … … though I know it was God's plan
To take you both to Heaven(3) and be released from satan's hand.
Here on earth I am tempted to fall beneath the weight of the deceiver's fears,
Yet Christ's yoke of victory over sin and death has carried me through the years.
I long for the place … … of no more fear, grief, night, or tears
When I get there, each single day will seem like many years.
In Heaven, we'll praise the Lord forever on streets that are made of gold
Singing songs of Christ's redeeming love, and those once broken will be whole.
So that hole that seems to be … … in the middle of my heart
Will be transformed, (and my body too) every single part.
It may be morning, night, or noon, when Jesus comes for me
And ‘til that tomorrow, here on earth, I will sing of His Victory.
Your loving mother, E.L.T.
1.Victorya's middle name was Charis which is Greek for grace.
2. Like owl pellets in Mrs. Santos' class :-) 3. Glenn on 5/14/97 and Victorya on 8/4/07.
*Written the same night I was invited to watch the play “Annie” with a friend and her daughter.
Tammy Piper
March 9, 2011
Happy wonderful Sweet 16 in heaven! Edye and Leigh,rejoicing that you know you will wonderfully be with Victorya and your Daddies some day!Love yas!
Becky Bittner
March 9, 2011
Happy 16th birthday to Victorya!! What a blessing she was to all who encountered her! What a blessing you are Edye to all who encounter you! May the Lord continue to shine so beautifully through you as He does. You are dear to me! Much love, Becky Bittner
Gayle Dyer
March 9, 2011
What a precious blessing Victorya was to all of us at First Baptist. Happy 16th Birthday, celebrated with our Savior Jesus Christ and the heavenly angels.
Betty Barnard
March 9, 2011
Thinking of you today Edye, and of Victorya...........what a sweet blessing she was here and still is there! God bless you!!!!
March 9, 2011
God has this little sparrow in His hands. She is precious!
We love you, The Hummingbirds
Deborah Elrod
March 9, 2011
Your in our thoughts and prayers today, we know your having the most amazing birthday party today with the angels and our Savior Jesus Christ. Happy Happy Birthday to our dear Victorya.
Victorya and me Spring Break 2007
Edye Tunstall
March 9, 2011
Born Again with Victory In Jesus!
Your daddy took a picture of me the day before you came
We thought you’d be a girl and had given you the name
Victorya.
Victorya “with a Y” you would later to folks proclaim
For you knew Jesus gives the VICTORY in the power of His name!
Since you were born in New York (in the same month as your mom)
Snow covered everything-- sometimes until the Prom !
Today, my dear, you’d turn 16 and are so highly blessed
Though earthly eyes will never see you wear a new prom dress.
We took the picture in the snow in a place called Watertown
While it seemed the angels had a fight using pillows filled with down.
Now you’re with the angels dear and sleep in Heavenly peace
And you know that angels do not fight and there all wars will cease.
Your brother, five, had prayed for you and as an only child
He wanted a sister who would pray with him and in the Lord confide.
Now 21, he still prays-- to our Lord above
And shares this hope, with his friends, of “Our Father’s” love.
As you grew, dear girl of mine, you learned Our Father’s love
Although your daddy, when you were two, left for Heaven above.
One Sunday morning at the age of eight, on the same day of your birth,
You were buried with Jesus and rose again in the First Baptist Church.
I laughed at how you loudly said that the water was HOT
But had no doubts your faith was real and the will of Christ you sought.
So on that day we last said goodbye (before you went to swim)
God gave me peace past understanding because you were BORN AGAIN in Him.
Your baptism on your birthday was a picture of new life. For I know
Your life was changed like the butterfly we saw at the portico.
Charis,
Your middle name, is a Greek word meaning grace
And through your life God taught me this-- now you’re with HIM face to face.
Thank you Father for your grace and the snow (that slows my pace),
Allowing me to type these words (as tears stream down my face),
For Victorya, and her father Glenn, who spend eternity…
…With you my King, for Jesus Christ, and for my dear son Leigh.
Lord, when the tears begin again, and as the memories fade
I know that You know my grief because of the price you paid.
You gave your son, the Holy One, to pay the price for sin
So everyone who believes in Him can be BORN AGAIN!!
To God be the glory!
Edye* LaVern
Tunstall
*On March 9, 2008, Victorya’s first birthday in heaven, I changed the letter “i” in my nickname “Edie” to a “y”.
After giving hundreds of pairs of crocs and other shoes to children in Lynch, KY that were lovingly donated in
Victorya’s memory; I wanted to daily point people to the same “Victory in Jesus”
Victorya reminded me of every day, especially after her father’s death.
See the angel, but can you find her crocs? (Candlelight Christmas 2007)
August 4, 2008
"If you could see me now, I'm walking streets of gold" (submitted August 2008)
August 4, 2008
From Clarksville to Lynch, with LOVE (March 2008)
August 4, 2008
Victorya's Mom
August 4, 2008
She’s in Heaven today where there are no tears,
While we were left on the earth, without her, this past year.
Though she didn’t start middle school, she’s learning everyday
New names of God’s dear children with whom she gets to play.
She’s with her father, and our God, and Jesus Christ our King
And throughout eternity His praises, one day with her, I’ll sing-
“Victory in Jesus, my Savior, forever” and “My Redeemer Lives”
For He never left me through my grief and comfort He daily gives.
For those who met the little girl that loved to give out hugs
She wants you all to know that she still gives great back rubs.
Now she gives them to Jesus Christ, who died for all our sins,
And if you give Him your life, in Heaven you’ll see Victorya again.
Thank you all for your thoughts, prayers, hugs and other forms of support since Victorya’s home going. May God bless you with His Love and Charis (which means grace).
Edye Tunstall - 1 Corinthians 15:57
See the full color version at Clarksville Family Magazine http://www.clarksvillefamily.com/08_August_2008.pdf . It's on page 16 of the pdf file.
Edye (Y for Victory in Jesus) Tunstall
March 10, 2008
Victorya Charis* Tunstall
March 9, 1995 – August 4, 2007
Ephesians 2:8,9
You’re 13 and seizure free
Today and forevermore
You’re free to bow and worship
Our Saviour, Friend, and Lord.
It’s been a while since we’ve seen you here
On earth with all it’s flaws
You’re in heaven with Jesus Christ
Living under grace*, not laws.
We miss you, Victorya, spelled with a “Y”
Your love you gave to all
You won the greatest Victory
When you accepted the Saviour’s call
To spend forever with Jesus and God
And of course your dad,
No TCAPs, zits, or sickness there
I know for that you’re glad!
One day, I‘ll be there before the throne
And be forever blessed
And with you my dear sweet girl
Enjoying eternal rest.
1 Corinthians 15:57
With love and tears,
Your mother
Edye LaVern Tunstall
Tammy Piper
December 22, 2007
I still think about you all every day! Many times a day right now as I see all the nativity sceens that Victorya enjoyed so much!I do not know how a family makes it threw this first Christmas. I thank God you have his peace and lift you all in prayer every day! Love,Tam
Tabitha MacBain
October 28, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I send my deepest sympathy to you both. Tory touched my heart in a special way as well as did the two of you. I ask that God wrap his arms tightly around you both as you walk through this time of sorrow.
Edie Tunstall
October 25, 2007
Hello,
Just a note to let you know that there is a special man running in the Marine Corps Marathon this weekend in Washington, DC to raise funds for the Victorya's Grace scholarship fund for TAPS. His name is Richard Stanley and he's never met me, Glenn, Leigh or Victorya. He contacted TAPS to see how he can help. You can help by going to https://www.kintera.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=220513&lis=1&kntae220513=3C8314C66C2C47459DE3C3336B6C6197&supId=187915065 to add your pledge!! Thank you for your prayers, support and love. I finished my first student teaching placement last Friday and Lord willing will graduate in DEC. Leigh's also doing well in school.
Miss Kristi
September 23, 2007
Edie and Leigh, As I heard the news of Tory's death, my instant thought was that of her name. I knew that although it was a hard sorrow, that you had really taken one more step of Victory. It was sweet knowing that God's hand reached down, her hand reached up as she entered His presence, and all the while, God's loving hands continue to uphold you. Those of us at a distance count on this truth, and will keep you lifted up in prayer too. You are loved.
Marie Campbell
September 23, 2007
My Dear Edie and Leigh,
My heart is saddened for the loss of Victorya here on earth. When I was first told of Victorya's passing I couldn't help but think of the scriptures from John 14: 1-6. That scripture always brings me such comfort. God had that beautiful mansion ready for Glenn and Glenn had that beautiful room ready for his little angel, Victorya.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Leigh, and I will pray that God will continue to wrap his arms around you both as you mourn the loss of your sweet angel.
Joy Goode
September 14, 2007
My dearest Victorya,
I miss your smile and gentle spirit. I love you.
Dear Edie,
I love you and send my hugs. My cell phone is 24/7 for you.
Keon watches over Victorya. www.
oneternalpatrol.com/askew-k-a.htm
Dear Leigh,
May God keep you in his care, success and prosperity. Victorya will always be with you in your heart. I'm here for you.
Bonnie Carroll
September 4, 2007
Victorya's love and precious spirit will always be with us. She will inspire us, and remind us of pure kindness and joy. Edie and Leigh, you are blessed to have Victorya -- as Darcie would tell us -- "for the little while." And she will be in our hearts forever. We love you, Bonnie
Victorya and her mom and brother at TAPS.
September 4, 2007
Victorya at the TAPS Good Grief Camp sending a balloon to her Dad in Heaven.
September 4, 2007
Here's Victorya all dressed up for the 1st Baptist Church Daddy & Daughter Dessert and Devotional. She was 12 years old. ~If you could see her now~
Edie Tunstall
September 3, 2007
Thank you everyone for your thoughts, prayers, cards, emails and other ways to show me and Leigh how much we're loved by God and His people. We rejoice in God's faithfullness to us and in His ultimate healing Victorya by taking her to live with Him in heaven. Please keep praying for us.
Joyce Adams
August 22, 2007
Dear Edie & Leigh,
Wow! I am awed by it all. What God hath done - we probably don't know the half of it. I am so blessed to have been in the company
of your lives. Thank you, Edie,Leigh & Victorya for your love & friendship. Our God is so BIG! Where will you put the cross with the hands? Imprinted forever is Victorya wanting to push that baby stroller & me walking Shadrach along beside her around the neighborhood! What joy to have spent time with a life of such purity! Praise God! So much in life is so petty. Hallelujah, Jesus takes us above the ordinary, mundane, boring of this life & gives freshness, wholeness, love, fun, joy, child-like faith, adventure, etc.
Thank you for being an extraordinary family of following Jesus to give a lost world opportunity to look at the Father.
Edie, you are a born teacher & your classes will be so blessed! Leigh, can hardly wait to see a glimpse of what God has in mind for you!!! Lots of love & prayers, Joyce in KY
Kara Schulte
August 22, 2007
Edie,
You are truly a pillar of the community. I met you at PWOC, but seemed to run into you all over the community, whether it was at the skating rink, or the learning center. It was always a joy to see you and your family. I would laugh many times over the witty comments that Victorya would make about the books being read to us. She was truly a ray of sunshine to all of us that got to know her. She will be missed and remembered by many. Please know that I am praying for you and your family during this time. You are truly an amazing person, and an inspiration to many.
Hannah Pewitt
August 21, 2007
Edie, My prayers are with you and your family. My heart breaks to know the pain you must feel at this time. I heard many ministers say that you gotta walk in a man's shoes before you can really feel for them. I have never walked in your shoes with losing a child but I have seen first hand the pain that comes with it as I've seen the pain my in-laws have endured for the past 12 years. Yesterday was my husbands birthday and he has been gone for 12 years but on those days it sometimes seems unbearable even after so long. All I know is God will carry you thru this and someday when you have Victorya back in your arms and you walk with her hand in hand down the streets of gold I believe your reply will simply be "Its Amazing Grace".......Edie, I will continue to hold you up in prayer. Let Him live thru you. In Christian Love, Hannah Pewitt
Linda Davenport
August 16, 2007
Edie and Leigh, the moment that I heard the news, Holy Spirit gave me the most beautiful picture of Glen bending down on one knee and Victorya running into his arms as a small child. Daddy, daddy daddy.. Big smile on both faces and then the giggling and the laughing. And a most beautiful, perfect white rose.. What a sight to see, daddy holding his little girl again. And both of them turning to our Heavenly Father. What a blessing we were given for 12 years and what a ripple her life has left behind. To see your faith and your joy at the celebration of Victorya's life, is to KNOW that indeed "My Redeemer Lives" Love you girl, you are in my heart and in my prayers...
Jennifer White
August 16, 2007
Edie and Leigh,
We do not know you personally, but we're part of your FBC family here in Clarksville. I just wanted to let you know that our sympathies go out to you and we're praying for you.
Blessings,
Chaplain Clinton and Jennifer White
Tammie Carney
August 16, 2007
In our time of sorrow we know our loved ones are in heaven with the father. Know that one day we will hold them in heaven. My prayers are with you and your son. We only talked for a while but you are a Godly woman and God is with you. He is with me. I am sorry for your loss
God Bless you.
Maureen Hall
August 15, 2007
Dear Sweet Edie,
How I missed Victorya's hugs at TAPS this year, and now to know that I won't feel her hugs again until we meet again in Heaven just tears me up. But I do know that I have a special little angel smiling down on me now, and when I feel down or sorry for myself I'll look up to my little angel who will bring me a smile. May God hold you and your son Leigh close during this trying time. I am at peace knowing that our loving God is there with you comforting you when other's are not around. Love you!
Judy Mathewson
August 15, 2007
Dear Edie and Leigh,
It was such an honor to be there at the visitation and memorial service for Victorya! What a wonderful church community and support at FBC!! Victorya touched all of our lives with humor, with her infectious joy and curiosity. I thought the balloon release was so "Victorya" and she could "catch" all those that floated to her in heaven! My prayers are with you and please let us know how your TAPS family can help suport you!
Margaret Hale
August 15, 2007
Edie and Leigh, I do know how it hurts to lose a child because I lost my 19 year old son, Larry, 12 years ago. Our awesome God will give you the strength that you need to make it through this period. God is always with us and watches over us. If you need someone to talk to, you know you can talk to me. I am working on the doll that you told Joyce you wanted me to crochet. I hope to have it finished in about two weeks. I want this to be beautiful in memory of a beautiful little girl. I love you. Margaret Hale Crofton, KY
Jenni Hirtle
August 14, 2007
The funeral was so special and I just loved listening to all the Victorya stories. I could have listened to them all day. She was such a breath of fresh air to us and always lifted our spirits to see her on Wednesday nights. And Edie you are such a faithful Mom and an inspiration to me spiritually. We are praying for you and your family.
God Bless You,
The Hirtles (Jared, Jenni, Joshua, Sophie, and Mara)
Liz Eads
August 14, 2007
Edie and Leigh,
I wonder if Victorya got all those balloons we sent her? I am sure she was watching all of us, and would have been thrilled at the wonderful way you said good bye to her. She's with her fathers now, and waiting for the rest of the people she loves to catch up.
Bless you
Janelle Powell
August 13, 2007
Edie and Leigh,
I don't know what to say except may the God of all comfort, comfort you at this time. What I witnessed at her wake and homegoing service was definitely a testimony of how strong God makes us when He is present in us. It also make me feel better to know that Victorya loved Jesus so, and that she is with Him. I know she is giving Him a serious back rub right about now! My prayers and thoughts will continue to be with you. Love, Janelle
Joyce Bales
August 13, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Gloria Jeanette Davis-Brown
August 13, 2007
May God bless your hearts as you lay to rest your precious child who is now rejoicing in Heaven. To live life to the fullest is qualitatively different than merely existing. Jesus said that part of His mission was to enable us to live live to the fullest: "I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly" (John 10:10). He truly blessed Victorya with a family who chose a path for her life to be lived according to the designs and desires of the Creator of life. God truly put a song in her heart and a smile on her face that could have only been designed for the purpose of glorifying Him. Her life is a beautiful testimony of God's love for His own. We are encouraged by the good news of knowing that life goes on for Victorya in a kingdom filled with the fullness of JOY and HOPE in the very presence of Our Father. We will always remember this vibrant little girl who hugged and smiled as she made her entrance at the Barnett-Girty family reunions. Victorya will be truly be missed at our reunions;yet her kindred spirit will always be remembered for the "homecoming" fellowship that always radiated upon her arrival! May God continue to bless you, Edie and Family as you continue to testify to the goodness of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
o/b/o The Davis Family of Cousins from Clifton Forge, VA
Kimberly Searfass
August 12, 2007
Hay, My secret pal from way back when. From the moment I received a call to let me know about Victorya I could see her and still do hanging out with her Dad's in Heaven. I think of verses to a song talking about Heaven, "Come and go with me to my Father's house... It's a big, big house with lots and lot's of rooms...Big, big table with lots and lots of food...Big, big yard where we can play football.."smiling knowing that she is having a blast with Jesus. The times our families shared whether at Brown bag concerts, Nashville Science museum and Sounds games, learning center,free movies, PWOC and don't forget you keeping Chris company for 2 Superbowl games. We enjoyed each others company and when Mercades wasn't around Victorya would always ask "Where's your girl?" No matter where I went there was always someone who knew you. This week my heart grew. Seeing God's strength, love, power, and many other characteristics shine through you and Leigh. This week has been such an awesome witness of who God really is. You are a great Mother, Such a "Mary" and sharing Jesus with everyone. I was in amazement to the size of the newer sancuary but what WOWWED me even more was the impact Victorya made on SOO many peoples lives. The testimonies and words shared at her Celebration of life was so happy to hear. The Crocs, candy and balloons with the cross barretts will always remind me of Victorya. What a Might God we serve. I am Humbled to admit that in less then a month I will be 36 years old, 3 times as old as Tory and I don't think I have let my light shine as much as she allowed God to work though her. 12 years is a short time but God made it work all for His glory. She left behind a Mighty Legacy, God's Legacy. You are my friend and my big frister. I love you and will always keep you and Leigh in my heart and prayers. Be Blessed! Love, Kimberly Searfass and family Chris, Zachary, Mercades, and Brandon
Norma Blatterman
August 12, 2007
My Precious Edie and Leigh, I am so very sorry I was not there to celebrate the life of one of God's newest angels. You are in my thoughts and prayers always!
The Treanors
August 12, 2007
Edie and Leigh, you know that we all love you and will continue to pray for you both daily. You planned such a wonderful celebration of Victorya's life yesterday; it was beautiful. We will be with you both through every peak and valley you travel over the months to come. I wish we could be with you on Tuesday in Quantico, but please know that we will be praying you through.
Dave & Mary Young
August 12, 2007
Edie & Leigh,
What a wonderful celebration of Victorya's life we had yesterday. What a fine Christian testimony she gave with her life and how she touched so many hearts and lives in the few years she was with us all. I thank our God for letting our lives cross and know that we will all rejoice together eternally with our God and Saviour.
Stephanie Frogge
August 11, 2007
...so in Christ all shall be made alive.
Dearest Edie and Leigh,
My heart aches with you and I pray that the love of your friends and the hand of God that encloses you will bring comfort. Because we remember her she still lives in our hearts.
Carol Lane
August 11, 2007
Edie and Leigh,
Please know that there are many who are thinking and praying for both of you. I hope that you know that you can lean on your friends at this time just as some of us have leaned on your faith in our time of sadness. That is one of the greatest gifts that we can give each other.
Maddy Porter
August 10, 2007
Dear Edie and Leigh,
God is great and Victorya is with Him today! My thoughts and my prayers are with you. Victora was a wonderful young lady who brought joy to anyone who knew her. Her smile would light up any room she entered.
Please know that I am only a phone call away. I will continue to keep your family in prayer.
Chris Myers
August 10, 2007
To the kindest family, in our hour of grief, we pray that the Lord give you grace and peace as well as strength. We love you all and are praying for you... God Bless you
Kathy Myers
August 10, 2007
Dear Edie and Leigh,
As you know, I was very sad to hear about Victorya. She was so dear to our family, especially Bekah Ru. I know that you will miss her but I also know that you are praising the Lord for the knowledge and assurance that you will spend eternity with her and Glen praising Jesus forever and ever. We won't be able to make it physically to the services but know that you have been in our prayers and thoughts over the past week and will continue to be there as always. I know I am not one of your fristers but I will always be a part of your "Cracker family." I am thankful that the Lord brought us together as friends and I am more grateful that He provided Victorya with a mom and dad that told her about Jesus and because of that she is alive and well, praising Jesus for eternity. I love y'all and we will see you soon, we hope. Love your Sis, Kathy
Tammy Piper
August 10, 2007
Dear Edie,Leigh,family and friends,
I am crying with you.
I am rejoicing with you in knowing that our dear little girl is with so many brothers and sisters gone on before us and most of all our WONDERFUL Lord.
I am lifting all of you and everyone around you in prayer continuosly.
That sweet little voice is in heaven now, there are no Shoneys there to enjoy pooring maple syrup on everything on her plate, but she is smiling even bigger than then!
She is not asking anyone if they voted for her man in the election, she is part of the elect with THE MAN!
Your sister in our Wonderful Lord,Tam
Carolyn and Marlin Kyle
August 10, 2007
Dear Edie and Leigh ~
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and the family. I know the Lord is surrounding you with his love and has his arms surrounding Victorya.
God Bless You!
Martha Davis
August 10, 2007
Edie and Leigh: I do not know your family. I do know about losing a loved one. My heart goes out to your family
Heather Campagna
August 10, 2007
Dear Edie and Leigh,
I was so sorry to hear of Victorya's death - it is still unbelievable. I have so many fond memories of Victorya and Leigh at the GGC. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time and your TAPS family is only a phone call away.
Lynn Griggs-Pollard
August 9, 2007
Edie,
My prayers and love go out to you and the family. I'm sorry I will not be able to attend the service but know that my thoughts will be with you. We know she is up in heaven celebrating with Glen.
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