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for Janet Bridges
Michelle Maultsby Richardson
March 21, 2011
I am so sad to hear of Jan's passing. I knew Jan at Converse, and remember her as someone who always had a smile on her face. I'm sure that she will be missed and I am so sorry for your loss.
May 9, 2010
Dear Helen and family. I am so sorry to hear of the death of Jan. My thoughts and payers are with you.
Harry Talmadge (Flowery Branch, Ga. Class of "62)
Jay Moughon
May 7, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Bridges, We are praying for you. Your family has been a pillar in our community, and you all provided comfort to my family when my father passed away. God bless, Jay and Nancy Moughon
Heather Lee (Barnett) Carow
April 27, 2010
Mr. Bridges, I am so sorry for your loss. You have been there for my family so many times and have helped us through the most difficult times in our lives. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Greg Malone
April 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cheryle Hartley
April 27, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Bridges..... my prayers are with you and your family in this great time of need. I'm so sorry about Jan and wish you peace at heart. Sincerely....
Tiffany Feaster
April 27, 2010
I am deeply sorry to hear about Jan...it was a pleasure to get to know your family over the last several months. I know she is looking down from above knowing what a great family she has. My prayers are with you and i will always remember your family. Tiffany Feaster St. Francis Ortho.
Christine Peredney
April 26, 2010
Helen, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Although I never personally met Jan, you told me so many wonderful things about her that I felt like I did know her. She will be greatly missed, but she has left quite a legacy in her short life. She is probably up in Heaven teaching art to cherubs!
George Guest
April 26, 2010
Helen and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time in your lives. May God comfort and strengthen all of you.
Donna Garrett Keith
April 26, 2010
Helen,
We all share your grief at this sad time in your life. May you find perfect peace in knowing that Jan is in a better place--a wonderful place of complete joy, peace and love. I know what a blessing her life has been to you and so many others. In Christ's Love,
Marie (Beck) Richards
April 26, 2010
Dear Helen and Family,
I read the many notes friends have written about your daughter. She lead a remarkable life and left you with precious memories. May God bless each of you and give you strength.
April 26, 2010
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bridges, Jay and Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Jan's death. My mother just found out this morning and told me.
I have many fond memories of Jan and the good times we all had in the Highland Hills Youth Group.
I know you are proud of the giving and selfless life she led.
Please know that I am thinking of you and praying for God to comfort your family.
Octavia Starr
Carlene Finger
April 26, 2010
MY DEEPEST LOVE AND SYMPATHY TO HELEN,JERRY & JAY. I COULD NOT COME TO THE VIEWING OR FUNERAL. I WAS THERE IN SPIRIT. I KNOW WHAT IT IS LIKE TO LOSE A CHILD AND I AM VERY SADDENED FOR ALL OF YOU. COME TO SEE ME WHEN YOU CAN.
Rita Finger Salisbury
April 26, 2010
HELEN,JERRY & JAY - I WANT YOU TO KNOW MY DEEPEST THOUGHTS AND SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL OF YOU. I AM LOST FOR WORDS DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MAY GOD GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH AND THE COMFORT TO DEAL WITH THE DAYS AHEAD.I HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON IN ATHENS. LOVE ALWAYS,
Janice Moorehead
April 26, 2010
Helen, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
April 26, 2010
Helen, we are so sorry to hear this sad news. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. With much love to your whole family, Jodie Traylor Guy
and The Waldrop & Tanner Families
April 26, 2010
Jerry & Mrs. Helen, we didn't learn of Jan's death until this morning. We know all the family will miss her greatly. Rick & I want you to know you are in our prayers. God's peace & mercy will sustain you during this time. You are very special to our family. Blessings, Rick & Judy Gordy
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Bob and Judi Snelson
April 26, 2010
Helen - Our prayers go up for you and your family as you cope with this most difficult time. Your daughter obviously achieved great things in this life and touched many lives.
April 26, 2010
Helen, I am so sorry for the loss of your precious daughter. There is no greater loss than the loss of your child. I pray God will continue to give you and your family the strength to get through this most difficult time in your lives. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love in Christ, Monisa Worthy Smith
Stanley Strickland
April 25, 2010
Helen and Jerry,
Shocked and saddened to learn of Jan's untimely passing. It is difficult to comprehend your sadness and pain at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are for His peace and comfort to be with you during the days ahead.
Sandy Albrycht
April 25, 2010
Mr. Jerry and Mrs. Helen,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss of your precious Jan. I will always remember the summer I worked at First Baptist and Ms. Jan worked with the children. What fun we had getting to know each other. She was very special and I know you will miss her dearly. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
In His Grip,
John and Sandy and family
Creston Groover
April 25, 2010
Jerry and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I thought of you all Easter Sunday morning, remembering the glorious Sunrise services held at Cedar Ridge. I hope you find comfort in knowing that one glorious day we, too, shall rise in triumph. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bobby Johnson
April 25, 2010
We are praying for your family. God will get you through.
Bobby, Kathy and Teresa Johnson
Janelle Williams Taylor, AHS '62
April 25, 2010
Dear Helen and family: my empathy and prayers go out to you. The loss of your daughter is a difficult burden. I know Jan was loved, will be missed, and will live forever in your hearts and minds. Sending a hug and my condolences. God guide and comfort each of you.
James Robinson
April 25, 2010
Hello Jerry and Helen and family:
I know its been a while since we talk but I am very sad to hear about Jan. You have our deepest sympathy. I think of your family a lot and wish we all could be closer especially in times like this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. And all the wonderful memories you have of Jan will bring your family comfort. I will be praying for your family. We love you
jimmy robinson
April 25, 2010
Helen & Jerry, so sorry to hear of Jan's passing. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this sad time. Larry and Jennifer Saye
Ellen King
April 25, 2010
My sister was visiting and I didn't get to my computer until today. So sorry to hear about your daughter. I remember that you were worried about her the last time that we talked. My thoughts are with you and your family.
rita b layfield
April 25, 2010
Helen and Jerry So sorry to hear of Jan passing. My prayers are with you at this time.
April 25, 2010
I am saddened to hear of the loss of your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Lucylle Shelton
April 25, 2010
Mr and Mrs Bridges and Jay, I am so sorry to hear of Jan's passing, ( I haven't seen Jan and Jay since they were little ones) the word came from my family in Macon. We wanted you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Karen Hartley Bond (Graniteville, SC) and the Hartley family.
Sandy & Roy Selph
April 25, 2010
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
David & Cheryl Attaway
April 25, 2010
Dear Helen & Jerry,
We cannot fathom your pain & loss today in a world without your precious Jan. We are praying for you.
Elaine Henry
April 25, 2010
April 25.2010
Helen and Jerry,
My thoughts go out to you and your
family for the loss of your
daughter. Although I did not know
her, she must have been a wonderful
person. GOD BLESS
April 25, 2010
Helen and Jerry, our hearts are heavy at the loss of your Jan. We will be lifting you up for peace and comfort and grace. Barbara and Ron Bowie
April 25, 2010
Helen and Jerry,
I am sad to hear of your daughter's passing....what a remarkable life she had. I know that you take comfort in knowing that she was instrumental in touching so many lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Brenda Seagraves
Janet McPherson
April 25, 2010
Helen and Jerry-
I am so sorry about Jan. She sounds like a wonderful person. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
chuck galis
April 25, 2010
Helen & Jerry:
I'm saddened to learn of your daughter's passing. Lives touched, lives changed. What a remarkable soul.
April 25, 2010
Jan was always one of the most upbeat and uplifting people I've known. In spite of her illness, she remained friendly and always had a smile on her face. A smile that I'm sure came directly from her heart. I witnessed her creativity during a banquet which she decorated and helped to spearhead. Nothing in is prepares us to lose our child. I will surely continue to pray for you all. My love, Dee
Betsy Barney
April 25, 2010
Helen, Jerry and Family,
This is such a hard loss in a year where life appears especially fragile.
Please know that I think of you even as I cope with the loss of my sister. I knew Jan through your eyes and it was a beautiful view.
Linda Bailey Hagan
April 25, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your daughter's death. I remember her birth, which seems like yesterday. She certainly accomplished much during her life, and I know this world will miss her gifts.
Beth & Danny Manus
April 25, 2010
Helen & Jerry, our thoughts & Prayers go out to you & your family at this very sad time. God Bless !
Doris Comer Thompson
April 25, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss...."Will I stand in your presence, or to my knees will I fall? Will I sing Hallelujah, or be able to speak at all? I can only imagine....." Those were the decisions Jan had yesterday! May that knowledge bring you peace in your heats and comfort you.
Scott Sell
April 25, 2010
Jerry and Family,
I so sorry for your loss. I was stunned when Tom called....Praying you find peace...wishing you Godspeed
Brian Mixon
April 25, 2010
With one of the loudest laughs known to man, a heart driven to tears with compassion and a faith to serve passionately, Jan has changed countless lives. This I know…I was one of them!
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