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Cheryl Faircloth
September 15, 2016
Mom I miss you so very much sometimes my heart just feels so empty. I miss our talks and disagreements. Angel is so grown up now and just beautiful. I wish you could see her. Sometimes I find myself talking to or just crying out loud I have pictures of you all around my house but some how it's not the same. You are always in my heart and always on my mind I love forever
Anne Faircloth
May 24, 2009
My name is Anne, I am and always will be my Linda's mother, not even her death could ever change that. I am going to try and tell you some of her life and then the illness that she had.
She was a warm ,chubby baby with blond hair the day she was born. So darn cute. She was born just a few days before Christmas. She has one sister , Debbie. Things were not too good for her father and I the year she was born, we had so little money. All we could afford for our girls was one little pair of shoes for Linda and one small doll for our Debbie. As she grew through the years, she was in every way a normal child but very shy. One day we all went to the beach with some friends and of course Linda somehow got away from us. Everyone started trying to find her, it was her father that found her and she was really angry at him for bringing her back to the rest of us. I looked up to see her just beating on her dad she was so angry.In later years she would say she was embarrassed that everyone was looking at her. The years went by and Linda met her Scott.
Scott was and is a good and kind man. There is nothing he would not try to do for any one, family or a perfect stranger. He loves to talk . They were married and stayed around here in California with us for a while. They had a baby boy who they named Timothy. He was such a bright boy. Linda and I took him every where we went. They along came their Cheryl. Now in her grandpa's eyes she could do no wrong and she spent a lot of time with us.
Then both Scott and Linda left us and moved to Florida, what a sad day that was for us. They were there for a little while and then moved to South Carolina. In a couple of years they bought and built a home. We were so very proud of them. Scott once again opened up his own business in a building in their back yard. Things were going pretty good for them. I spent many a summer and a few Christmas holidays with them. Some of the trips they took me on , I would never have seen and done without them. I always left them knowing they would be alright and that they would always be there for me. Time after time I was asked to come live with them, but I always said no. I just needed to know they were there and I could be content to live out here by myself.
Then on March 30,2008, my Scott called ,something is wrong with Linda, she cannot walk a straight line and will not go to the doctor, he asked me to call her and find out what was going on. I called her and convinced her she needed to go to a doctor right now. Finally Scott got her into the care and they went to the emergency room. They found out soon enough that Linda had breast cancer that had spread to her brain, tumors in the brain was the reason she could not see to walk right, but her breast cancer was so bad, it had eaten a hole under her left arm. They were told that even with treatment she would only have three to six months to live. Linda refused to believe it and sent the doctor out of the room. Scott called me and told me the truth and it the same time told me Linda was believing in what she said was a miraculous healing from God. So we believed with her. I left for South Carolina as fast as I could. I cried and cried for such a long time.
Linda had started the radiation treatments and was still her happy self. I only saw her cry three times, once the night I first got there, this was the only time I saw her show fear, once from the treatments and once when we were mistakenly told that she would not make it though the night and she got angry at all of us and told us she was still believing in miraculous healing. So once again we all believed with her. I stayed for some time with them, and she started getting a little better. I was home for a few days, Then came the phone call from Scott, no more treatment. I went back to be with them. She was still trying so hard to keep things normal. She had such faith and courage. Day after day she grew weaker. Such courage,such faith,such will power,these things she had and they helped her so very much. I know of no other person who could have fought and believed as she did in this situation. One night she want to sleep and just did not wake up. I remember Scott holding her and I cried out her name,but she did not move,she just left to be with God.
And now she is gone and we miss her so much, we all feel lost without her. We miss her smile,her quiet laughter and her guidance. She was the very heart and sole of her family .And we will never forget her,we will try to honor her and keep her with us forever.
Marie Arterburn
September 21, 2008
Dearest Annie, Just wanted to say how much I miss you. Was just remembering Linda when she lived with me in Etna and we put her on Donnies horse. It was so funny. Donnie put her butt on the horse and it took off running. Her butt hit the dirt so fast and she just sat there. I think we were all just so shocked. Then she jumped up off the dirt and hit Donnie so hard. She had this look of such shock. Like how did this happen. Gee it was so funny to remember that. Well my Annie I just wanted to share that with all of you. I love her so so much. You are always in my heart my Annie. Your Loving Sister Marie
Brenda Moore
September 14, 2008
My loving brother Scott, it goes without saying that this is the most difficult road you have ever traveled. I want you to know that your life with Linda is a treasure to me. Both of you did the best you could and managed to have a life together that many people only dream about...me included. I say that with a sincere heart, full of admiration. I am so very grateful Linda was in my life. Because you chose each other my life was only that much better and the world a bit sweeter. You know I am here for you no matter what - I love you,
Brenda
Brenda Moore
September 14, 2008
My dear Linda, words can never express how much I miss you - our little daily email banter or our phone conversations, your quiet dignity and sweet smile, your patience, kindness and great sense of humor are just a few of your special qualities. You always made me feel like I mattered. I will always admire and love you. The Lord didn't lie when He promised us that we would see each other again...and I am counting on it.
Love and kisses,
Brenda
cheryl faircloth
September 8, 2008
Daddy, Through out this hard time don't forget where the sun shines the brightest, look deep into your heart and know that your love for one another will live on in you for all the world to see! Although the days might be long and the nights even longer always remember one thing nobody can ever take away from you, you had the love of a great women and she had the love of a great man! Nobodies perfect, but the love you and mom shared was just that, perfect and unique. I love you always and forever your daughter,cheryl
Marie Arterburn
September 7, 2008
Dear Annie and Scott, My heart is so sad for your loss. I feel your greif in my soul. We are as always servents of our lord and his wisdom. Why he does what he does will always be a mystery to me. But I also beleive that we will be together again. You are forever in my heart my Annie. Your Loving Sister Marie
Misty Moore
September 6, 2008
Thinking of You, Tim & Cheryl, Angel, Tim & Taylor
On the Loss of Your Mother & Grandma
May thoughts of all your mother meant Of love she gave, of good times spent bring you peace and comfort, too, And keep your mother close to you.
Aunt Linda will be missed, until see each other again.
Misty Moore
September 6, 2008
For my Uncle Scott
Your wife Linda will be with you always. Your wife is yours still, to love, and cherish, and hold in your heart. For neither time, nor distance, nor death itself can touch a love that endures forever.
It is my deepest prayer that the memory of your wife Linda
and the special life you shared help ease the sadness of your loss.
I love you.
Stephanie Babson
September 5, 2008
When life seems filled with pressures and problems,it helps to have faith that happiness will soon return and the long and difficult days will be forgotten.Indeed fill our hearts and minds with the over flowing memories we all are blessed to have spent with Aunt Linda, whether it was a church outing or sharing chocolate shakes.Love for one another can help us all through this difficult time. lets put a pause on the pondering the sad things and lets all join together in CELEBRATION of her life. Rest in peace Aunt Linda ,we love you and will miss you.
Marie Arterburn
August 30, 2008
Dear Scott, Annie, I love you both so very much. My heart aches for your loss. I have started finding pennies again so I know Linda is with our Mary and Sarah. They are all together in Gods loving arms. I am as always your loving sister and Aunt Marie
Lester Arterburn
August 30, 2008
Linda Rest now in the LOVING arms of our Lord Jesus Crist. Uncle Lester Will see you ahen he gets there. Scott I Love You. Anne, Call me if you want to talk. I love you.
May you all find peace in the trust of Jesus. I LOVE YOU ALL. Uncle Lester
Dede Heron
August 29, 2008
Scott, may God grant you peace in the knowledge that you did everything humanly possible for Linda. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Dede Heron, Sandhills Bank
Mike & Kenny Neil
August 28, 2008
Linda came to our family through her love for Scott. Together they showed us all what true love is and for that we thank you. Linda's love for her family will live on forever as she showed us all what love truly is and that we can all have a life long love. Scott we all feel your's and your faimlies loss and though we know we can never fill your void we will do our best for the honor of Linda. Linda, thank you so much for bringing the love of your family to our family, we will always remember you and miss you.....But mostly we are all better for having you in our lives....
August 28, 2008
Scott and Family,
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We will always remember Linda as the quiet, tender and ever smiling person we had come to love over the years. May your fondest memories of her comfort you and bring you peace. There are no words to adequately express our sympathy for the profound loss you must be feeling. Please know that we are here for you.
Love you,
Jim and Nina McRoy
Joe, Lori, Alex & Hannah
Rick, Debbie, Sadie & Derrick
Steve, Shannon & Kids
Mary Ellen & Joe
August 28, 2008
Scott, Cheryl,Angel
Because of you three, I knew Linda--
She was a treasure to know.
We did not know you guys long, but
once we got started, we just sort of
fit--I loved laughing with her , and our great boating experences we had together-
God has her now, and she is in no
more pain,now she sits up there
an "Smiles" down at us, and has all
the MeatBalls she can eat, ---
If there is anything we can do--
please don't hesitate--
We love you guys as our own
Angie Rutkowski
August 27, 2008
Scott, Tim & Cheryl,
I am so sorry to hear about Linda's passing, you are in our thoughts and prayers, know that we love you all very much and if there is anything at all I can do for you in your time of need please feel free to call me!!!
Love you all so much!!!
Angie, Ryan and Dick
Anne Faircloth
August 27, 2008
My beautiful Linda, we miss you so very much. Part of my heart went with you. I love you
Mom
Marie Arterburn
August 27, 2008
Dear Family, You are in my heart and prayers. I know that there are no words of comfort to offer you. Your Linda was as always the child of my heart. My heart and prayers are with you into forever. Your Loving Aunt Marie
Paula Gallagher
August 27, 2008
I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear of Linda's passing. She was a dear and good friend to me, and I will always remember her sweet ways. God bless you all in your loss
Bev Stafford
August 27, 2008
Gods sends angles to spend time with us.
We are blessed, but never do we realize how much until they are gone.
They have a light that draws us, an inner spirit that makes us want to do better.
A smile that lights up the world and strength that lets us know that anything can be accomplished.
They have an over whelming peace and calm that comes from their belief that God has a plan for us all.
They do not question or bemoan there faith they bask in the glory of Gods love.
With love Bev
Willie Babson
August 26, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Bob, Betty and Family
August 26, 2008
Scott, No words can describe what you and your family are going through. We will always remember Linda and the smile she always seemed to have on her face. She will be missed by all and well remembered. Our prayers go out to you and your family during this time of loss.
Tanya Todd
August 26, 2008
Dear Scott, Cheryl and Tim,
I am so sorry to hear about Linda. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers! We had some good times, especially White Lake. I will miss seeing her, she was a special lady. Treasure your memories, she will always be with you.
My Deepest Sympathies,
I love you guys,
Tanya Todd
James Louton
August 26, 2008
We are sorry for your loss. From what we have heard from Anne She was a kind and very brave person.
Denise Weber
August 26, 2008
Scott, Tim, & Cheryl;
Our hearts ache with you at this loss. Linda was a strong woman of God with great faith. We will always remember her that way! I recall her in some of our earliest prayer meetings here at the beach, praying for the lost and the church. She is a dear warrior and has found her final rest. We love you so, thank you for the time we had with her, long ago and as well as recently. Our prayers will be continual for you all.
In His Amazing grace;
Pastors Leon & Denise Weber
Grace Christian Fellowship
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