Wilford Oates Obituary
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Avery & Judy Holland
November 10, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sherri Lawson-Brooks
November 9, 2009
Sharon, Connie, & David Paul,
My thoughts and prayers are with ya'll. Your Mom and Dad were such a big part of my childhood. I will never forget them. May God give you peace and comfort during this time.
Please let me know if I can do anything, or if you just need some one to talk to.
November 8, 2009
Thank you so much for letting us be a part of honoring mearl. He was special to us all and touched our lives in many ways. God bless you all and we will remember you in our prayers.
The Roaches
Richard Ferguson
November 8, 2009
To the oates family your dad was like a dad to me he will be greatly missed by me and my family the many phone calls that me and him had over years when I needed a friend to talk to he was always there for me so thanks again for being a great neighbor and friend for many years love you all.
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November 8, 2009
David Paul
Words cant mend your heartache:
but those who care and share in your loss, wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength to hang on to and cherish those wonderful memories
of those many river trips, with the neighborhood gang and your Dad.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Julie Harris-Brown
Abbe-Anne Harris
Josh Harris
Chris
November 7, 2009
I'll really miss seeing Merle sitting out on the porch of his river house. I'm really glad I got a chance to know Merle.
Linda Eaves
November 7, 2009
We are so very sorry for your loss. Barbara & Linda Eaves (Pollok)
Darlene Lawson McKneely
November 7, 2009
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)
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November 7, 2009
god bless your family , it was a pleasure knowing you Mearl , Weldon Cook hudson tx
Connie Wells
November 7, 2009
Cynthia: It's hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well lived life. Take heart and know that time will soften the edges and ease your burden. Please know how very sorry I am for your loss.
Connie Allen
November 7, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
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