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Sandra Kay Ward
1943 - 2005
Sandra Kay Ward
1943 - 2005
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BORN
1943
DIED
2005
Sandra Ward Obituary
Many would say that she died, but the truth is, in that moment of physical death she began to live life eternal.
She valiantly braved cancer, without a complaint. She regularly commented that to live was victory, but if she died she would gain an even greater victory. Her faith was great and that faith has been rewarded by God.
She was born September 17, 1943, in Little Rock. She graduated from Little Rock Central and married her high school sweetheart Richard M. “Mike” Ward, Sr. They had one son, Ricky. Mike passed away on May 18, 1972.
Sandy or “Sissie,” along with her mother, raised Ricky together. They did not have a lot of material wealth to give Ricky, but he always had their unfailing love and support. Sandy taught him to love and serve God first and instilled within him a sense of values, morals, and faith.
It is that unwavering faith that has made the journey of the past month so much easier.
She was very proud of Rick’s accomplishments, such as when he became the first in the family to graduate from college, and then again when he completed his dual doctoral program and earned two doctorates in 2000. She still has a bound copy of his dissertation displayed on the top shelf of her bookcase.
Sandy rejoiced with him in success and pushed him forward in trials and difficult times.
She always told him that the greatest accomplishment he could achieve in life was to be a servant of God. She has received many cards from the parish families of Cathedral of The Holy Spirit in Houston, Texas, and from The Reform Church of Galveston, where Fr. Rick serves both congregations as Senior Pastor. Many mentioned how much she was appreciated for instilling the sense of caring and concern that he exhibits to the parish family. She truly deserves all of the credit for teaching him, not by words, but by being a living example of a true Christian. Christ said that the two greatest commandments were that you should love the Lord and you should love others as yourself, and Sandy did both of these.
On January 23, 1985, she met her best friend and companion, Paul J. Rowan. They have shared the last 21 years together. Paul has been the dearest friend she could have ever known. They have experienced so many wonderful times together, but the strongest bond they had was their devotion and love for God.
On Oct. 27, 2000, her Fox Terrier, “Missy,” came to live with her. She adored Missy and often referred to her as Ricky’s little sister. Missy had her own car seat, her own raincoat, and Sandy would take her out when it was raining with an umbrella held over her.
Sandy began work at K-Mart on November 26, 1968, and was Cash Office Manager before retiring after 30 years of employment. She then went to work for the YWCA’s Encore plus program in October 1999, working directly with client’s with breast and gynecological diagnoses. She was loved by the Encore staff, the clients, and personnel at the various provider facilities. The Program Director from Encore Plus, Ruth Byrne, stated, “We are not just losing an employee, but we are losing a part of the program itself.”
Sandy was a faithful member of Apostolic Church of North Little Rock and was always true to her religious beliefs and the doctrines of the church. She was a fourth generation Pentecostal, and she passed that rich heritage on to her son and her grandson.
She had written in a journal that her only desire in life was that others might somehow see Jesus Christ through her life. Today, her family can say that a race has been run, and the victory has been won. She is survived by her loving son, The Rev. Dr. Richard “Rick” M. Ward, Jr., Ph.D., D.D. and his life partner Bud Craig of Houston Texas; her devoted and cherished companion, Paul J. Rowan of Bauxite; and her beloved grandson, Zachary Alexander Ward of Cabot.
She also leaves to cherish her memory, her brother and sister-in-law, George R. and Kenna Ison, Jr.; two nieces and their husbands, Kelli and Rev. Aaron Smith and Courtney and Joshua Tolson of Little Rock. She is also survived by a cherished great niece, McKenna Tolson; a half-brother, Len Ison; as well as numerous extended family.
Sandy was preceded in death by her father and her precious and dearly loved and missed mother, Bertha “Mammaw” M. Brady Ison. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to one of the following charities: The Sandra K. Ward Women’s Healthcare Concerns Trust Fund c/o the YWCA Encore Plus, 1200 Cleveland, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204, ATTN: Ruth Byrn; or to Cathedral of The Holy Spirit Memorial Fund, 4505 Hwy. 6 North, Ste. 200, Houston, Texas 77084.
Fr. Rick would like to extend his sincere appreciation to the many people who made his mother’s transition to life eternal so much easier, specifically, Cheryl Kendrick RN, Emily Parke LMSW, Kirk Gardner RN, Dr. Stan Kellar (the best pulmonary physician ever), the Encore Staff, The Apostolic Church and clergy, and all of those who visited her weekly and cooked such wonderful meals.
To the parish families at Cathedral of The Holy Spirit and The Reform Church of Galveston a very special thanks for allowing Fr. Rick the last month off to spend with Sandy. A special thanks to Carolyn Curson, Ellen Thacher, and Fr. Pete Estrada.
Fr. Rick also wishes to share his appreciation for the support and love that both he and his mother have received from his partner Bud Craig, who has been a rock and a source of strength.
Courtney Tolson also could never have the kindness that she has shown repaid. She has been a tremendous help daily.
Rick also publicly acknowledges and expresses his heartfelt love and appreciation for Paul Rowan for the gentleness, kindness, love, and respect that he has shown to Sandy over the past 21 years. Paul truly brought the deepest and most genuine happiness a person could experience to Sandy and her life. He is an example of what other men should strive to be.
A celebration of Sandy’s life will be held on Saturday at 2:00 PM at Apostolic Church of North Little Rock, 4314 Landers Road. The Rev. Donnie Copeland will bring the Homily, The Rev. Dr. Rick Ward will bring the Eulogy, and Ruth Byrn will share a memorial tribute. Interment will follow at Edgewood Cemetery next to her mother.
Sandy will lie in state from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM on Friday, with the family receiving visitors from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Services have been entrusted to North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main, North Little Rock, AR 72114. 501-758-1170.
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October 15, 2009
My dearest momma,
Just checking in on your memorial page here and thinking about you a great deal today.
The last few months have been so very busy with so many things. I spent 2 weeks in the hospital with a diagnosis of Coronary Artery Disease, 50% blockage of the main artery and 40% of two others, but they are just treating me medically right now, then I had my shoulder surgery in September. I seem to be doning fine, but I won't be back at work until almost Thanksgiving.
Scott and I are both still working nights together at SVHS and loving it for 19 months now. Scott and I are going to Jackson MS later today for a pageant and will be there for four days.
Scott's picked up your "fever" and love for elephants and although I kept about 75 of yours and have them displayed everywhere, he has add a zillion more always reminding me that they were your favorite collectiable. He is even like you in that he will not buy one with the trunk in an upward position.
Missy is still the love of our lives, but is mostly blind now and has trouble walking. We cannot even let her out in the backyard now to go potty. She has to use the puppy pads indoors. Her cancer and hip dysplasia are growing worse by the day. We know it won't be long before she is gone. We have already decided on a manner for her to be cremated and part of her will be with us and the rest we will scatter by your resting place.
Courtney is pregant again with a boy and is due soon and Kelli and Aaron have both moved back home to Harrison where they are working for the local hospital. Geo. and Kenna are also living in Harrison while Josh and Courtney are living in Kennas house here.
My in-laws, Soctt's momma and daddy are doing well and love us and spoil us both. They have been true parents for me in your absence. They tell everyone that have 2 dtrs (scotts sisters, Vicki and Joreta) and two sons, Scott and I. They tell me all the time Scott could not have picked a better son-in-law for them.
Carolyn and Virgil are doing ok, Virgil is still battling his cancer but they seem to be ok.
I finally made it to the top in pageantry in two areas, one being a national and then now and International titleholder and also I am judging a zillion pageants, including the Miss USofA and USofA Classic pageants at the national level in 2010 in Dallas.
Josh and Courtney have gone back to Apostolic from the church in Bryant. I have not been back to Apostolic since about 2006, when "The Rev" Donnie Copeland told me that due to my relationship with Scott I would most likely be better served and happier by going to an Episcopal Church. Seems strange to me that he would recommend another denomination when he says he believes that only the UPC is saved.... Truth is he was embarassed to have someone "like" me in his congregation. I guess he did not want to have to explain to anyone why I legally took Scotts name. He also could not grasp the concept that we have a legal state sanction domestic partnership.
Since shortly after you died, I have begun to think and feel about death and the afterlife much differently than before. I cannot tell you how many times I have felt your presence with me and around me, much like you described to me about Mammaw and you.
I don't even feel like you are gone sometimes because your presence and values and lessons you taught me are so imbeded in and a part of me.
We still do not have a marker up for you at the cemetery because the cemetery is still in recivership and nothing can be done to move the other markers which are incorrectly set. As soon as the courts get the cemetery in new owners hands and the markers in front of your grave are moved, then I will place one on your grave. Some nosy members of the extended Ison clan took it upon themselves to call me and question me about this and simply did not understand the legal issues prohibiting the placement of your marker. They insinuated that I did not care enough to put on there. Since I now own the deed to your space and Mammaws, I have thought seriously about moving you both to Rest Hills into the Mausoleum. My inlaws and Scott and I have spots there and we could just place you both next to us. Then the nosy clan would really be confused. Knowing how you always were so private about your business, I know you would have been very displeased at them asking a milion questions. You also were always secretive about your business and what you were doing until after the event or whatever, so I know you would have found a humorus pleasure in me moving you both and then letting everyone find out after the fact.
Well with Scott and I both living on a night schedule all the time, it is now time for me to go to bed, but I just wanted to update you and share my thoughts with you. Writing on this memorial and on the other ones is very theraputic and helpful to me. It is like talking to you even though you cannot talk back to me.
I still miss our nightly hour or two long phone calls at 10PM, and almost every night at that time I think about you. You really were my best friend in addition to being my mom. The things we shared were priceless, and to know I had a mom who knew everything about me and with whom I could share anything and everything (which I always did, good and bad) was amazing. The fact that you did not always agree with everything I said or did, but your unconditional support was always there means so much.
The manner in which you encouraged me to move to a big city to grow and mature, and the journey we took together in your learning to accept me being gay and then going from love but with disapproval to accepting not only who I am, but to also accepting my husband and remembering him every holiday and welcoming us as a family....you really were the greatest mom and friend I could have ever had.
I love you forever Momma....
Your devoted and loving son, Ricky
PS. everyone says that although we have always looked like carbon copies of each other that the older I get the more I look like you, and that I have become you in many ways.
Dr. Richard Ward-Harder
November 15, 2008
Dear mom,
Just wanted to say how much I miss you. Scott and I are going to the cemetery to visit you this weekend. I drive by your grave on a regualr basis and your always in my heart and mind.
Love, Your Baby Boy
Ricky
DR RICHARD WARD
June 17, 2006
Mom,
Just wanted to let you know that Zach graduated from school and is now on his way to college. You would have been so proud of him.
The funeral home is open and going very well. We had a 2x2 plaque installed on the front of the building, dedicating the home to your memory and your values. We also have your picture up in the lobby. We are making great strides in meeting the community and we have been so very well recieved by not only the immediate SWLR community, but even families as far as England, Benton, and Pine Bluff.
I miss you so much, and know that if you were here you would be so proud of what your years of hard work has produced.
Scott and I are running the home on a daily basis, and Phil and some other great people are standing there with us all the way giving us great support. The funeral home web site is coming along, as well as our advertising. Our TV ads will begin the first week of July.
With my birthday coming up in July (the big 40), I wish you could be here to celebrate with me. Scott and Sherri are planning a great big party for everyone.
Paul is doing well, doing his usual six day a week work. he has stopped by the Home several times, and Ellen T. came up from Houston and spent about three weeks with us to help us get the Home open. She is having some of the same kind of health problems that you had, but it looks like eveything is going to be fine. She will be back to help us in a few more weeks after her doctors appts. are over.
I am so blessed that you are my mom. Tell Mammaw hello and that I love and miss her also.
I love you now and forever,
Your baby Boy
Ricky
May 14, 2006
Mom,
I wanted to tell you Happy Mothers Day. Scott and I went to the cemetery today and I felt better after that. I miss you so much. Today is the official first day of business for the funeral home, as well as being the exact year anniversary since you went to the hospital and I came back to LR.
I wish you a wonderful mothers day in Heaven with mammaw. Earth is just not the same without you here.
eddie lee cushing
April 16, 2006
Happy Heavenly Easter Sandy my long time friend.I miss you. Please give my Kandace a big hug for me and her mommy ,tell her we love and miss her alot,ok?
Rick Ward
March 23, 2006
Dear Mom,
Here it is nine months and one day since your passing. The events of the last year on the surface seem to be ones of sadness and difficulties, but I keep remembering all that you have told me about seeing the positive in all circumstances.
We just about had the funeral home ready to open and the roof caught on fire. We are now looking at early April for the opening. I wish so much that you could be here to see this dream coming true. You would be so very instrumental in getting everything set up correctly. we could use your help so badly. A day does not go by that I don't think about you a million times.
Paul and I talked about you on the phone the other night for almost five hours, until 5 in the morning.
Our favorite funeral director is now working with us in an advisory capacity, and we have almost completed our rebuilding after the fire. You would be proud as we are opening without any debt.
Mom, without you this would have never been possible. I cannot thank you enough for your care for me even though your mortal life has transitioned to an eternal life. Daily I find myself becoming more like you, Kenna even commented on it several times. I am building this funeral home in your honor and memory, but it is founded upon your values and principles. I am so fortunate to have had you as my mom. There will never be anyone who can be all that you are to me.
Missy is doing great and has become my baby now. I know you would not be happy about this, but I am letting her do whatever she wants, she gets on the couch, sleeps under the covers with me, and has become very fiercely protective of me. I am so greatful to have her here with me....it is like a part of you still here. I have changed some of the things in house, but I have decided to move my furniture into the funeral home, and I am going to just keep living with your furniture. I feel a sense of security with your things around me.
I really miss you so much, our long late night conversations, your advice, your support, and just being there no matter what.
Scott and I are doing very well, we just celebrated our anniversary, and he will be going to work at the funeral home later in the year. He has been such a great support. The rest of the family loves him as much as I do.
Well, I need to go, I have meetings all day tomorrow, but I just wanted to share my feelings and let you know I miss you and love you more than you could have ever known.
Your loving and devoted son,
Baby Boy.....Ricky
DR RICHARD ward
February 2, 2006
My loving mother,
I wish so badly you could be here in a physcial presence, even though I know you are here in spirit. You would be so proud of the funeral home. Courtney and I were just talking last night, and we were saying we could just see you standing there, with your hands on your hips, giving us that approving or disaproving nod on each step of the opening and construction process.
I once again express my love and appreciation to you, for making this dream a reality for me. It is the fact that you have made this possible that keeps me going and keeps me determined that we are going to be the very best in service to other hurting families.
As Valentines Day approaches, and I begin to think of love, I realize once again how very blessed my life has been to have had the unconditional love that you always gave so freely to me. Every time I stop and think about how much you loved me, I can almost here you say it, and certainly feel it in the depths of my soul. So, I guess I need to say Happy Valentines Day, and tell you once more that I am happy that you are spending it with the one that you have always loved the very most.
I Love you Mom, you are the very best.
Love,
Ricky
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DR RICHARD WARD
January 3, 2006
My Dearest Mother,
Here it is a few days after the holidays, and I am thinking of you. You were right as you always have been, I did make it through Christmas. It was very difficult, but your words still echo in my ear. You said "Ricky, you can do anything you set your mind to". The 21st of December, the six month anniversary of your death was the hardest yet. I did cry alot that day, but Scott was here to support me.
I spent Christmas with George and Kenna, Scott, Courtney, Kelli, Aaron, Josh, and McKenna in Harrison with the rest of the family. We made the best of a very hard day. Chritmas was not the same without you, but also knowing you are with Jesus helped to make it much more bearable.
You would be so excited, as the funeral home is progressing. We have dedicated the business to your memory and I intend to operate it each and every day according to the values, standards and beliefs of fairness, honesty, and integrity that you instilled within me from the time I was a little boy.
I just wanted to share with you once again my love and my heart. I miss you so much, and there will never be another like you. I still pause every night and think about our standing date at 10PM to talk for an hour or so. You will never know how much those talks meant to me, no one has ever touched me like you and your life have.
I love you and remain devoted to your memory,
Your Baby Boy,
Ricky
DR RICHARD WARD
December 12, 2005
My Dearest Mom,
Here it is less than two weeks until Christmas, and I miss you more than ever before. Christmas will never be the same, without your wonderful cooking, the delight in your sparkling eyes as you watch us open the gifts you so lovingly selected for us, and then seeing the broad smile come across your face as you opened the gifts I made or bought for you.
The family and I made it through Thanksgiving with many emotions, but we carried on, just as you told me that we would. You are the one who gave me the courage to face the holidays with the knowledge that you wanted us to carry on as before. We paused for a moment and offered up a special prayer, thanking God for granting us the gift of your presence with us for such a short time. I even cooked, and you of all people know that I don't know how to boil water, but I insisted that your usual items were going to be on the table in your memory. I found the recepies that you had left for me taped on the cupboard doors and I made your punch bowl cake and your homemade from scratch brownies with the homemade icing. They actually turned out tasting very much like yours, but of course, none of the dishes were as good as yours, because yours were made with that special ingredient called love. Courtney and Kenna made your other dishes and even served them in the same containers that you always served them in. I spent about an hour and half at the house alone just remembering the times we shared together. I miss you so much.
The funeral home is going well, with the opening still scheduled for February 2006. We have begun work inside the building and I am going today to purchase the funeral coach and maybe the limos. I wish so much that you could be here to see this dream come full circle, but I know in my heart that you are watching from above and rejoicing in each new development. I have been writing on a regular basis and that helps more than anything in my progression of grief recovery.
I had an auto accident this last week in St. Louis and I insinctively dialed your phone number first, guess that shows that I will always think of mom first when in trouble and that I still have trouble remembering that you are not here but that you are really in your true home with God.
Scott and I, along with Kenna, George, Kelli, Courtney, Josh, Aaron, and McKenna were in Branson this weekend and as we watched the Christmas shows, the reality of your not being with us in person began to settle in, but know that I would never rob you of the happiness and joy I know you feel being with Jesus for your first Christmas in Heaven. We put an ornament on the tree that shares a poem about you spending Christmas with Jesus this year, it is just beautiful, just like you.
Scott and Carolyn have spent much time listening to me talk and helping me to work through this most difficult task, but your words to me before you died, telling me that I would be OK and that I could do this, are what really are giving me the ability to still celebrate this year. Next Sunday (18th) we are going to a memorial service at the funeral home and I know that will bring back many memories of both joy in having you as my mom and in sadness as I remember your passing.
We all truly miss you and will always love you more than you could or would ever know. The thirty days we spent together before your death were the best days of my life, I am so thankful that I got to be by your side each of those hours and the moments we spent talking, and the things you shared with me will be forever in my heart. I will always be your Baby Boy.
Love Always,
Ricky
Beverly Collie mcCluskey
December 10, 2005
I have known Sandie from first grade on and she has always been such an inspiration to all of us..She walked the talk.. I will miss her so much. But I know she is with her Lord and she is happy..
Beverly McCluskey (Collie)
Rick Ward
November 2, 2005
Mom,
It's been four months since your passing and not a day has gone by that I have not thought about you almost hourly, but I thank our gracious God above that you are now in His safe and loving care. I want you here with us so much, but I would never take the joy you now experience with God in Heaven above away from you.....
I wish that you could know the many wonderful thoughts, words of encourgement, and acts of kindness that have been shared in your memory....so many people loved you and have expressed how much you touched their hearts and lives.
As we progress forward with the opening of the new funeral home, which is the result of your years of saving and your subsequent gracious gift to me, I daily thank God that you loved me so much. You would be so proud of the progress we are making and you would be thrilled to see how the entire family is dedicating themselves to this wonderful opportunity you have gifted us with. We are naming the funeral home in your honor, calling it by your maiden and married name, Ison-Ward Funeral Home.
There have been so many beautiful people, some that I don't even know who have contributed to many charities in your memory, again continuing your work towards reaching out to, and helping, women in less fortunate situations to receive needed cancer screenings and resulting treatments if needed.
As we approach Thanksgiving, I just want once more to say how grateful and thankful I am to have had a mom who cared and loved not only her baby boy, but all of those around her...... As you enjoy your first holiday season in Heaven, know that while we miss your dearly, we rejoice with you in knowing that your great faith has been rewarded. Mom, you are and always will be the essence of a true lady in my eyes.
I LOVE YOU AND REMEMBER YOU!!!
Your Baby Boy,
Ricky
"Who can find a more noble woman, for her price is far above rubies...her children shall rise up and called her blessed." Proverbs 31
Victor & Cecelia Strickland
July 22, 2005
We are sorry for your loss but will always remember your family in our prayers.
Cyndi Hanlon
July 9, 2005
Rev. Rick, I never had the pleasure of meeting your mother, but I can tell the kind of person she was by the wonderful son she raised. I would have wanted to tell her how you have helped me through the hardest loses of my life, and never let me lose faith. My prayers are for you and your family now, for the peace I
have been able to find, may you find it too. God bless you.
Paula-Jo David
July 6, 2005
Dearest Rick,
We pray in this time of your mothers passing that your sorrows will turn to Joy in the morning. River Of Life Church has had you and your family in our continued prayers, We pray this will add some comfort in your time of need.
In His Service,
Rev. George and Rev.PaulaJo David
Donna Reil
July 5, 2005
Ms. Ward has left behind the greatest gift a mother can give the world. Her beloved and much loved son. My prayers are with you, Buddy and the Family as you lay your beloved mother to rest.
Coy Tow
July 4, 2005
Rick and family, You are a reflection of the love and faith that your Mother instilled in you. Peace be with you and God Bless!
Cindy Jones
July 4, 2005
Rick - my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
michel Cahier
July 4, 2005
Dear Rick, We had prayers for your beloved Mom and for you. She is now far from pain and happy to the side of God. We wish you strength and energy in those difficult moments and we will be happy to help you if you need anything. Michel and Ann
Jo Nell (Ammann) Chastain
June 28, 2005
Tonight, a friend called me and told me about Sandy.
I went to school with her at Little Rock Central. She had a Volkswagon, which we had to push to get started after school when I rode home with her. Later, she had a brand new red Corvair.
We lived within eight or ten blocks of one another.
We had a lot of fun together and I have thought about her often and wish we could have kept in touch.
My sympathy is extended to the family.
Nelda Stowe
June 25, 2005
In your time of sorrow I pray that God will strengthen you and comfort you with his peace. When the trumpet sounds we will
rise to meet those who have gone on before us. I am praying for you and your family.
God Bless You,
Nelda Price Stowe
Lisa Smith
June 24, 2005
I've known Sandy all of my life-she's my double cousin, and she was such a blessing to both sides of my family. Life didn't always give her the best of situations, but she always handled everything with humor, strength and grace. She had perfect peace because her mind stayed on the Lord. Everyone saw Jesus in her. She was loved and admired by all. She will be greatly missed.
Kathleen Pursell
June 24, 2005
Sandy was such a positive and cheerful person - We worked in the same office building - she was always a joy to be around and kind to everyone. She will be missed. My prayers are with her family and many friends during this difficult time.
Joe, Susan, and Daniel Harden
June 24, 2005
To George, Ricky, and all of Sandy's loved ones:
All of you are in our thoughts and prayers at the passing of this good and kind woman, who has most certainly gone on to the wonderful reward that she so richly deserves.
Rest in peace, Sandy,
DANNY HARRIS
June 24, 2005
I REALLY ENJOYED KNOWING SANDRA. SHE WAS ALWAYS HAPPY AND HAD A QUICK AND HUMOROUS COMMENT ON ANY SUBJECT WE WOULD TALK ABOUT EVERY SUNDAY MORNING AT APOSTOLIC CHURCH.
Eddie Pennington
June 24, 2005
We will always cherish the memories of your dear mother and our friend.
eddie lee cushing
June 23, 2005
Sandy was a wonderful,funny friend and co-worker.We worked together for 22 years and she was always a true christian , friend,employee,someone you could count on.
We all are going to miss her but she has won her crown. I love you ,Sandy.
Mike Woods
June 23, 2005
Dearest Rick,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this most difficult time.
Having all lost our precious mothers; Robert, Heather and I all know the pain of such a tremedous loss. God Bless You!
You know, I will never forget our meeting that day in the foyer of Settegast-Kopf Sugar Creek.....and you have been nothing but a dear friend and a blessing and joy to my life since that day!
Your service to families has been tremendous....you are very blessed of God in your ability to put people at ease and help them in their most difficult of times....I HOPE YOU FEEL SOME OF THE COMFORT NOW THAT YOU HAVE ALWAYS SO FREELY EXTENDED TO OTHERS!
Our love and prayers,
Mike Woods, Robert and Heather Lunsford
joe raiborn
June 23, 2005
Keeping you in our prayers.
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These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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