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Kai Ross Obituary

Kai L'Ani Ross, age 18 months, departed this life on Thursday, March 6, 2003 in Atlanta, Georgia. Survivors include her parents: Elvin and Jasmine Ross; grandparents: Bishop Paul S. Morton, Sr. and Elder Debra B. Morton, Clarence Francis, Sr. and Frozine Francis; aunts: Monica Downing, Pauline Johnson, Alicia Nixon and Christiann Morton; uncles and Godfathers, Paul Morton, Jr. and Brenden Downing and Godmothers: Angela Young and Kara Dunn. Also survived by a host of great-aunts, great-uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greater St. Stephens Full Gospel Baptist Church, 2308 S. Liberty St. on Saturday, March 8, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation at the Church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Interment Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. Arrangements by DUPLAIN W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 3933 Washington Ave. PLEASE VISIT US AT WWW.RHODESFUNERAL.COM TO SIGN GUEST BOOK.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Mar. 7, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Kai Ross

Not sure what to say?





Terry Cooper

April 7, 2003

Dear Jasmine and Elvin,



Everyday I pray for you and your family. I ask others to pray also.

Please know how much my husband and I truly care; and we know that Jesus will carry you through.



Love and Continued Prayers,

Arthur and Terry Cooper

(Erica and Leslie's parents)

Shlaletia/Eddie Davis

April 4, 2003

Our prays are with you and your family

Reid Linda

April 3, 2003

FROM THE MT. GROVE B.C., KENNETH REID, SR., PASTOR; TEXARKANA, AR.

WE SEND OUR PRAYERS AND LOVE TO YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. MAY GOD FILL EVERY VOID AS YOU TRUST IN HIS DIVINE OMNISCIENCE.

SUSAN HARVIN-PETERSON

April 3, 2003

TO BISHOP, CO-PASTOR MORTON, JASMINE AND ALVIN .

ALL OF YOU HAVE MY PRAYERS, THOUGHTS, AND CONCERNS DURING THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME. ALL I CAN SAY IS THAT GOD DOESNOT MAKE MISTAKES.

MY PRAYER IS THAT GOD ABOVE WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH THE STRENGTH THAT EACH ONE OF YOU WILL NEED EACH DAY.

JUST KNOW THAT KAI IS IN HEAVEN AND SHE IS A LOVELY ANGEL. BE ENCOURAGED AND CONTINUE TO KEEP THE FAITH. WHEN THE NIGHTS SEEM LONG AND UNBEARABLE REMEMBER YOU HAVE A HEAVENLY FATHER THAT YOU CAN GO TO . CONTINUE TO ENCOURAGE EACH OTHER AND TO KEEP GOD FIRST.

JUST THINK SO MANY PEOPLE HAVE BEEN INSPIRED BY KAI'S GRANDPARENTS AND GREATER ST. STEPHENS . GOD WILL CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU ALL IN A MIGHTY WAY. I AM PRAYING FOR YOU DAILY.

Michelle Freeman

April 1, 2003

To the Ross Family,



Jasmine, we don't know each other personally but you know my sister Janella Miles Bradley. On behalf of myself and my family we know that God will be with you all through this time of great loss. Hold on to God's unchanging hand......

Genevieve Timmons

April 1, 2003

Hi Jasmine and Elvin,

I do not know you all personally but I feel as I do by Erica. It sadden me to hear about the lost of your loved one. GOD will continue to Bless and carry you both through.

SHELITA MARTIN

March 28, 2003

TO JAY AND ELVIN YOU TWO WILL NEVER KNOW HOW HEART BROKEN I AM FOR YOU BUT JUST KNOW THIS THAT I AM PRAYING EVERYDAY FOR YOUR STRENGHT, BECAUSE PRAYING FOR IS ALL I CAN DO ONE THING I HAVE LEARN PRAYERS GO WHERE WE CAN'T AND WHEN YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO THE ONLY THING YOU CAN DO IS PRAY.

Nicole Buchanan

March 24, 2003

Elvin & Jasmine,



Although I don't know you personally, I would like for you to know that I will continue to pray that God will bless and strengthen you daily.

Minister Gale M Preston

March 24, 2003

I was so sorry to hear about your lost know that we are praying for you all. May you continue to lean on the Master's Everlasting Arm. Heaven has added another Angel - Kai L' Ani Ross.

Maurice (Kip) and Tango Austin

March 24, 2003

To Elvin, Jasmine, Mortons and Francis' families

We understand your lost and We are sorry. We know that God will take care of you and bless you with many more children. Always remember that your child is in her home with God and she is doing well. May God always be with you and your families during this time of sorrow. Love Always, Maurice (Kip), Tango Austin and all the Austins from Hahnville

WANDA ANDFAMILY HAMILTON

March 23, 2003

I say to you alvin and jasmine .

I sorry for your loss ,may god kept you both and remember your angel is in a better place and Kai l'Ani ross

she waits to see mommy and daddy.

wanda,julia,ciara,given chy, julius .

greater st. stphens family.

Elaine Davis

March 21, 2003

My sincerest and deepest sympathy are extended to you and your family in the loss of your precious angel.My prayer is that the Lord will continue to strengthen you during this most difficult time.

David and Shannon Rhodes

March 20, 2003

Alvin and Jasmine:

David and I often think back to the times when we were younger, planning our lives together with great expectations. Know now that God had the perfect plan for our lives yesterday, today and forever more. Our hearts are heavy, but we offer our love, support and prayers in your time of need.

Love Always

Laverne Tropez

March 20, 2003

We are praying for you our children Jasmine & Elvin. You are God's children. Much Love, Much Prays.

Alissa Barr

March 19, 2003

Dear Elvin and Jasmine,



You do not know me, but I work closely with Erica Brown. I am very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.

Ralph Henry

March 18, 2003

My deepest sympathy to Elvin & Jasmine Ross, Bishop & Co & the Francis Family in the loss of little Kai. Grieve if you must but let you grief be conforted by trust. Be assured that she is safe in the arms of Jesus. Will be praying for you all.

GSSFGBF Member

Andrea Wright- Thompson

March 17, 2003

Jasmine, Elvin, Bishop, and Co,

Words can't express the sympathy and sadness I feel since hearing about your loss. Although I'm in North Carolina now, I will ALWAYS consider Greater "home". Your family has touched me so many times during different trials in my life. I have so often heard just what I needed to at the exact time I needed to. You all were blessed with Kai, and Kai was blessed to have had all of you. You all are so loved and appreciated, all of the hearts that you have touched go out to you now. We lift you up in prayer, and trust the God will comfort you in this time of deep sorrow.

Love,

Andrea, Ari Brendan

and Jerrod Thompson

Josephine Douglas Brown

March 16, 2003

TO THE ROSS & MORTON FAMILIES. AS I SIT HERE THIS SUNDAY MORNING, HOLDING MY 5YR OLD G-SON IN MY ARMS, I,M CRYING AND PRAYING FOR YOU ALL. YOUR LOST IS SO VERY DEAR AND GREAT. YOU ARE SUCH A WONDERFUL FAMILY. A BLESSING TO US HERE IN MARRERO. GOD BE WITH YOU.

DesMarie Peters

March 15, 2003

Can God? God Can. He can heal every hurt. Our prayers are with you and your family.



Prophetess Peters & Family

Ms. Pauline Meggs

March 15, 2003

I was watching and listening to CO Pastor Martin speak about her granddaughter and bloodline on last sunday morning. To the Francis, Mortin,Ross and GSSFGBC you have our deepest sympathy from the Meggs

family.

Sis. Juanita Walker GSSFGBC First Family Support

March 15, 2003

Bishop and Co, Jasmine and Elvin:



You have my deepest and sincerest sympathy. I love you all and know that God will take care of you and strengthen you. My prayers are with you as always.

NORA FOSTER

March 15, 2003

OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND FAMILY.MAY THE LORD BLESS YOU KEEP YOU CLOSE TO HIS HEART.FROM THE STAFF OF WEST 404.

Rose Arcenaux

March 15, 2003

My daughters and I watched Min.D.Morton Sunday morning preach about Paw-Paw's girl.

We just want each of you to know you are loved and we share in your hurt and lost even across the many miles.

We will continue to lift your family in prayer.

Tranda Watkins-Graham

March 14, 2003

Jazz,

You know if I had it my way, I wouldn't be signing this book.

Just know my love and prayers are real. I leave these words of comfort.





The plan of the Master Weaver



Our lives are but fine weavings

That God and we prepare,

Each life becomes a fabric planned

And fashioned in His care.

We may not always see just how

The weaving intertwine,

But we must trust the Master's hand

And follow His design,

For he can view the pattern

Upon the upper side,

While we must look from underneath

And trust in Him to guide.



Jazz, This is the plan of the Master

Weaver, we know God is love, we don't always understand why these

unfortunate things happen to us.

But I can tell you, you will survive.

You are an excellent parent, this is not the end. We will always remember Kai with love. I promise

you, you will survive because you

love the lord and he loves you too!

Love and Prayers, Ms.Tranda

Marilyn Ashton-Brown

March 13, 2003

My prayers and thoughts are with you during this trying time. God is forever faithful to His own. Jade and I are with you.

Jevon and Natalie Brown

March 13, 2003

To Elvin and Jasmine Ross:

Our prayers are with you through this difficult time, and we love you.

Patrice Lee-Fleming

March 13, 2003

We exted our most heartfelt sympathy on the demise of Kai. We share in your sorrow and pray that the peace of God be with you.



Patrice B. Lee-Fleming and Family

Tanya Gullage Patterson

March 13, 2003

Even now God is a Comforter!



Clarence,Tanya,and children

Minister Darrin and Monica Mayfield

March 13, 2003

Ross and Morton Family:

We pray that God will give you strength, comfort and peace.

We Love You

carlene payne & Family

March 12, 2003

In your time of sorrow may God's love sustain you,His power and faith renew you,and touch your heart in a special way.

Nichole Hope-Moore & family

March 12, 2003

May God be with you and yours during this difficult time. Jasmine & Elvin, you are in our prayers.

Avis M. Brock

March 12, 2003

Morton and Ross Family:



May God continue to strengthen and keep you in your time of sorrow. Always remember your teachings that earth has no sorrows that heaven can not heal. I will keep you in my prayers.

Nekita Bourne

March 12, 2003

To Elvin & Jasmine Ross,



My condolences are with you and your family at this time of bereavement. Words would never replace your precious Kai.



Be strong and trust in the Lord, for he is your strength now. Family and Friends will be the source of your inner strength during your most trying times. There words of encouragement will help relieve the heavy bounded on your heart.



Even though “Little Kai”, isn’t among you and your family, her sprit and memories will always be with you forever”!



I’m a mother myself, and when I heard the news of your lose, I cried (for it could have been me standing in the need of prayer) and began to pray asked to Lord to strength you and your family.



Kai’s will always be with you and your family. Cherish her memories and the special times you‘ll shared.



With Deepest and Sincere Sympathy,

Betty Jo Mitchell

March 12, 2003

To: Elder Debra Morton



We go way back, I too am a grandmother and I feel your lost. I just can't imagine it. God is with you and my prayers of strength go to you and your family. Sometimes we all take life for granted and don't recognize what we have. This has certainly been awake up call. I heard about Bishop's sermon that he preached the Wednesday before about dealing with our mountains. Yes, the devil is a LIE. Your sorrow has made me feel very grandmalistic. Yall take care of each other and recgonize and comfort each other.

love always, bettyjo

Angela D. Boykin

March 12, 2003

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Dwight & Debbie Jarrett

March 12, 2003

My prayers are with the family of Kai for continued strength. May God's blessings be with you!

Angela Lucius

March 11, 2003

Dear Bishop,Co-pastor Morton,

Jasmin and Alvin



I remember hearing co-pastor Morton greet Kai the week before she passed and the sound of joy and pride came through my radio.



I know that she will be sadly missed, but remeber that God loves her best.



your family has my deepest condolences,



Sis. Angela Risin-Lucius

Philadelphi Ministries Inc.

Nichelle Camille Brown

March 11, 2003

To the Ross and Morton Families. Keeping praying, so sorry. From my family. 1.Jovan Francois 2. Marcus Simpson 3. Linda Wilburn 4. Fred L. Douglas 5. Freddie Mae Lawrence 6.Mr. Edward Lawrence 7. Brenda Johnson 8. Joycelyn Johnson 9. Mr Timothy Johnson 10. Mr Eddie Johnson 11. Darlene Johnson Self 12.Mr. Travis Wilburn 13. Angela Douglas 14 The little Douglas girls Angela & Brittany 15 George and Margree Davis ( Houston, Texas ).Mr Melvin Brown and Mr Marvin Brown ( Marrero ). Keisha Lawson & family ( Chicago,Ill. ). Love You All God Bless

Tracey Powell Shelvin Ferdneit Downing Bailey

March 11, 2003

To Elvin {Forty} & Jay:

Words can't express what you are going through; know that we are praying for you & your family and

we love you.

TRACEY & FERDNEIT {FORTY & FIFTY)

RANDALL-JEAN PARKER

March 11, 2003

TO ELVIN AND JASMINE ROSS, IN TIMES LIKE THESE WORDS MAY SOUND EMPTY AND VOID. BUT JUST REMEMBER GOD LOVES YOU AND HE WILL CARRY YOU THROUGH.

yvette davis

March 11, 2003

You have our deepest sympathy;You are always in our prayers. Minister Yvette Davis & Ministerial Team of Salem Baptist Church

Angela Brown

March 11, 2003

My continued prayers are with you and your family. God is a God that will continue to give you strength and comfort. Our most high God will always lift your family up and give you peace.



God Bless each of you,

Angela Brown

Word of Faith

Christian Center,

Vicksburg, MS

vanessa Gullage Pierre

March 11, 2003

God Cares!

The Gullage's

Phillip,Albertha and children

Yolinda Robinson

March 11, 2003

Bishop and Co-Pastor, Elvin and Jasmine,and to all the Morton and Ross family,



My heart and prayers go out to all of you at this time. Kai was yours personally and in a more intimate way, but Bishop and Co-Pastor has done such a marvelous job of making us feel like family at GSS that Kai was our little girl too. We shared in your marriage Jasmine and Elvin, your pregnancy, and the birth of little Kai and we always look forward to the updates and stories Co-Pastor shared as a proud grandmother.

Jasmine, Elvin, Bishop and Co-Pastor, Kai will always be right there with you.

When a little warm breeze brushes across your cheek, it'll be Kai giving you a kiss.

When you look into the night sky and see a little star twinkle bright, it'll be Kai giving you a wink from heaven.

The next time you experience a feeling of peace and love that seems to surround you, it'll be little Kai just trying to say how much she loves you.

Everytime you whisper her name she'll be right there listening. Don't worry, Kai is not really gone, she's just a whisper away.



Keep praying and keep believing that God will truly sustain you even when you don't know where your strength will come from. Be strong in the Lord and the power of His might...May the Lord of Glory comfort you with His love and surround you with His peace during this time.



Sis. Yolinda Robinson and Family

GSSFGBC Members

brenda mcclain

March 11, 2003

may God bless you and your family..I know your pain..I too lost a grandchild at the age of six months..

Sister Andrea, Beacon Light Ministries, Bishop Darryl S. Brister,Senior Pastor

March 11, 2003

To Bishop Morton And Co-Pastor Morton, Elvin and Jasmine and Francis family We at the Beacon Light International Church send our condolences to you our family we are continuing praying for you and wishing you all the best. Remember "After you have done all you can stand"

Minister Demetrius Williams-Gant

March 11, 2003

God's mercy kept me so a I would.nt

let go his mercy kept me thats why I am here today because he kept me......My dearest Elvin, Jay, Bishop and Co, Sis Francis,Bro Francis, P.J. Christy, Gwenie you are in my families prayers we are going to missed little Kai but soon and very soon we are going to see the king Remember Earth has no sorrow that God can't heal We love you and praying for you all.

Angela Bernal

March 11, 2003

May God comfort your family in your time of need.

Sherri James

March 11, 2003

To Elvin, Jasmine, Bishop, Co-Pastor and Family of Kai;



The James Family loves you and are so sorry for your loss. Kai was the most precious and anointed little girl I've ever come to know by way of your sharing her life with us on the day of the funeral. She was here for a purpose. Her memory will lead the way for others at (what I hope will be) the Kai L'Ani Ross Learning Center. Kai will always be a part of Greater St. Stephen. She's truly an example of a baby Blessed by God.

Tamica Dickson

March 11, 2003

Dear,Jasmine and Elvin I know you keep hearing those same words of condolence and although they were created to ease your pain it probably has not, I am very sorry to hear of your daughters demise. Being a mother of three I can't hardly imagine the pain your enduring, but we are christians and there IS a light at the end of this tunnel. You and your husband have been given a great gift of life and I strongly believe that the lord will bless you over and abundantly with children. They will never take the place of Kai but your love for those kids will be as strong as the love that Jesus has for each and every one of us. He knows what you can bear. Just hold on. Your blessing are right around the corner.

Denise Stirgus

March 11, 2003

Bishop Morton and Family:



May God continue to strengthen you in your time of sorrow.



With Deepest Sympathy,

Denise Stirgus

LaNaya Wilson

March 11, 2003

Dearest Jasmine and Elvin,



My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May your strength and faith bring comfort during this tragedy. Deepest sympathy,



LaNaya Wilkins-Wilson

Demetrice Parson

March 11, 2003

May the Lord God Almighty strengthen you in this time of need.

VAN & LOIS LEWIS

March 11, 2003

TO THE ROSS AND MORTON FAMILY

WE EXPRESS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY

TO YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW

MAY THE LORD CONTINUE TO BLESS

AND STRENGTHEN YOU IS OUR PRAYER

Sharon Gibson Barriere

March 10, 2003

"EARTH HAS NO SORROW HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL." MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF BEREAVEMENT.

BE ENCOURAGED,

SHARON G. BARRIERE

Carol Clark

March 10, 2003

To the Family:



My prayers are with you and your family.



I am a member of your TV worship services here in California.

On Sunday, March 9, 2003, I watched a taped service and listened to Elder Morton talk about the joy of their granddaughter. It is so sad to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you, and your family.

carol clark, HUD San Francisco CA

Chef Darryl Parker

March 10, 2003

To Bishop Paul S. Morton and Co-Pastor Debra B. Morton, Elvin and Jasmine Ross



This is Chef Parker from Maxwell's Chicken & Waffles. I offer my heart felt condolences in the loss of your precious baby. My family and I are praying that God will continue to strengthen you, especially at this time.

Keisia Galmon

March 10, 2003

To the Ross and Martin Family,



Our prayers are with you during your time of bereavement. May God continue to keep and strengthen you.



Mr. & Mrs. Carl Galmon and Family

Bernard Tassin, III

March 10, 2003

To Elvin and Jazz Ross & Bishop, and Co-Pastor Morton



Our Prayers are truly with you in your time of need. Be strong in the lord and he will help you get through this tough time. Bishop remember in you own GODS GOING TO WIPE ALL OF YOUR TEARS AWAY. PLEASE LISTEN, PLEASE LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN, WEEPING MAY ENDURE FOR A NIGHT THANK YOU JESUS BUT JOY WILL IN THE MORNING LISTEN YOU GOT TO HOLD ON YOU GOT TO HOLD YOU GOT TO HOLD YOU GOT TO HOLD ON YOU AND YOU AND YOU AND YOU AND YOU AND YOU AND YOU. GOD BLESS YOU AND WE LOVE YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS.

Patricia Davenport

March 10, 2003

My prayers are with you and your family.

Gracie Guston-Williams

March 10, 2003

To the Ross/Morton Family



There was once an angel, whom God gave a special assignment. Her assignment was to show the world how to love unconditionally, how precious life is and how we should NEVER lose sight of GOD. The angel did such an awesome job at touching the lives of the people that her 18 months on earth seem to go by really fast. However, her work on earth was finished and God said to her "servant, job well done".



Jasmine, Elvin and family, remember, God put her here for a reason so never doubt his word.



Being a mother I can imagine what your going through but I'd like to challenge you to stay faithful to GOD during this time of bereavement and it will all come together.



Deepest Sympathy,

Gracie, Christopher and Carrington

Nyoka and Lejaune George

March 10, 2003

To the Ross and Martin Family,

To Elvin and Jasmine, Bishop Martin and Co-Pastor,Paul Jr. and Christian. My husband and I are so sorry for your lost. I know the Lord will guide you through in this time of need. Our prayers are with you all.

Lynell Rowan

March 10, 2003

To the Ross and Martin family:



It is with deepest sympathy I give my condolences to your family in this time of need. My family and I are praying for all of you. God Bless !!!



Lynell Rowan and the Rowan Family

Elder Gerod Macon

March 10, 2003

Greetings in the wonderful name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior it is my prayer this email finds the peace of God surrounding you.



I offer my sincere sympathy in the lost of your love one. I would encourage you to continue to "Look to the hills from whence cometh your help, knowing all of your help comes from the Lord." We know that Lord is a very present help in our hour of trouble".

Min. Ontario Jones

March 10, 2003

To the Paraents, Elvin and Jasmine; To my presiding Bishop; Co-Pastor, Family and Friends



My sympathy goes out to all of you. I want you to be encouraged during this celebration of an angel going home to be with the Lord. I know this maybe a rough situation, but I want to encourage you that God can bring life to a dead and dry situation. I want you to know that even though it seems dark, God is about to open the floodgates of Heaven and let it rain in you lives. Be blessed! Bishop keep preaching the fullness of the Gospel!



Minister Ontario Jones

Mt. Gilead F.G.B.C

Lubbock, Texas

Leslie Ealem

March 10, 2003

Elvin And Jasmine,

I can't imagine the pain you're feeling due to the passing of Little Kai. My heart goes out to you and your families during your time of mourning. I will keep you in my prayers and remember "EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL". God Bless You!

joycelyn martin

March 10, 2003

To the Ross and Morton Family: May God continue to Bless You, my Prayers are with you all, strength be with you.

Gwendolyn Spillers

March 10, 2003

Elvin & Jasmine Ross/Pastor & Co-Pastor Morton/Mr. & Mrs. Francis and the entire family. Our prayers are with you in your time of bereavement. We don't have to weep without hope. You will all be together again someday. May God give you strength.



Mother & Gwen Spillers/John & Mildred Spillers/Tim & Phoebe Bell/John & Glenda Breaux

Dea. Jerlene Usher

March 10, 2003

Our prayers are with your family in the time of your precious lost. Continue to pray that God will comfort and strengthen you'll through this time. Your extended family from New Beginning FGBC - Bishop James Morton - Pastor

Kym Hawkins

March 10, 2003

To the Ross/Morton family: My heart is bleeding as you have lost an angel that God blessed you with. My condolences to Elvin and Jasmine. To Bishop and Co-Pastor: I still love and respect you, although I have relocated to Atlanta. My prayers are with you always.

Wanda Wilson-Butler

March 10, 2003

To Elvin and Jasmine Ross, and to Bishop and Co-pastor,Paul Jr. and Christy, and Mr.&Mrs. Francis and the family in whole, my prayers are forever with you. If it was a way I could remove all of your pain, I would do so. I love you all dearly. And may the peace of GOD forever be with you.You the family, myself and so many others loved KIA so very much, but our GOD loved her the best. God Bless You Sis. Wanda Wilson-Butler

Kenya Joseph

March 10, 2003

I lost my niece at the age of two months my heart and prayers are with all of you.



Kenya (former member)

Elder Carmalena Johnson

March 10, 2003

Sister and Brother Ross,

Our thoughts and prayers are truly with you. God will continue to strengthen and Bless you and your family.

With Sincere Love,

Carmalena Johnson & Family

Ralph & Denise Henry

March 9, 2003

To Elvin & Jasmine Ross, Bishop & Co-Pastor Morton. We are truely sorry about the lost of little Kai L. Our thoughts and prays are with the Ross & Morton Family. On that day JESUS wanted a perfect angel at his side so he besided to call her home. Continue to trust in the LORD and you will see her again.

ALLEN SCHNYDER JR.&FAMILY

March 9, 2003

God needed an angel she was next in

line!! Even though it hurts, time

will heal broken hearts. former

employee for gssfgbc. Mant.

Javonda Taylor

March 9, 2003

May God watch over and keep you and your family with deep sympathy from Javonda and family. To Paul Jr. and family. God Bless

Jasmine Usher

March 9, 2003

2: Jasmine and Elvin Ross and Family

4rom: Jasmine Usher from New Beginning



Well I am very sorry about the experience that u just had not to long ago with Baby Kai! She was a beautiful little girl and i loved her a bunch even though she only met me once, thats how sweet she was. I am only a teenager so i really dont know how u feel right now but I know that it hurts alot. When my Aunt Fannie called me on thursday morning and told me about what happened my heart dropped and it felt as if she was apart of my family I really wish she was. I started to cry but one of my friends told me that we will see her soon once Jesus comes back she will be that little ANGEL traveling with him. My love and prayers are with You and your family. My mom will be doing the same also. We love u and hopefully this will put a smile on your face because we know that Kai is smiling right now, looking over us and dancing like she always would.



Kai is here

Kai is there

Kai is really everywhere



Dont u cry

Dont u weep

She is whispering to us right now as we speak.



She is an Angel

Watching over us now



She loves "condy" "chisps" and "joosh"



But most importantly she loves her family too!



Love,

Jasmine Usher New Beginning FGBC

Rev. & Mrs. Walter Hardy, Jr. and Son

March 9, 2003

Bishop Paul S. Morton, Sr., Co-Pastor Debra B. Morton; Mr. and Mrs. Elvin and Jasmine Ross and family.



Our prayers are with you at this time.

The Flake Family

March 9, 2003

To Jasmine and Elvin Ross, Bishop and Co-Pastor Morton, Paul Jr., and the entire Morton - Ross Family



We extend our heartfelt condolencess to you in this time of bereavement. Remember that earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. Our prayers, thoughts and love are with you.



Pastor Floyd & Co-Pastor Elaine, Aliya, Nailah, Rasheed, Hasan, and Nia

Tres & Ani Conner

March 9, 2003

Elvin & Jasmine



The Bible says that God doestn't take something away, without giving you something greater in return. Just know that he has greater things in store for you. You're always in our prayers...

Peggy Armelin

March 9, 2003

You are in my prayers. I am sorry to hear of the loss of your precious angel-Kai. Keep praying and God will give you strength...Peggy Armelin.

Parrish Williams

March 9, 2003

Jasmine, I'm praying for you and your family. Love, Parrish.

Elder Flint Gros

March 9, 2003

To Bishop, Co Pastor, Elvin & Jasmine:



I cant pretent to know what you're going through, but I pray that it might be comforting to know that the world is mourning with you."May God bless you and keep you , THIS IS MY PRAYER."



Elder Flint Gros

Greater Antioch F.G.B.C

Amber Williamson

March 9, 2003

To: The Ross and Morton Family

From: A Current Student from Xavier University of Louisiana:



I am so sorry to hear about the loss for your daughter Kai. This is not the end but only the beginning. This is a time to celebrate, not to mourn. Your daughter is watching down from HEAVEN AND says that she loves you. I will continue to lift the family up in Prayer.

Renette & LaToya Morton

March 9, 2003

MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW, OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Monique Senette

March 9, 2003

May God continue to bless you at your time of sorrow.

Elder Loretta Petit

March 9, 2003

The closeness of hearts tie people together in kinship....Elvin, Jasmine, Pastor Morton, Co-Pastor Morton - my love, support & prayers ALWAYS & especially now!



The question is 'why'

Little Kai had to die?

All answers lie in God alone

Who will comfort your every groan

Cry if you must

But keep your trust

In God who knows what's best

Give Him your faith, he'll give you the rest!



We shall all cherish the memories of our precious little Kai.

The Payne Family,GSSFGBC

March 9, 2003

Jasmine & Elvin Know that you are in our prayers everyday "Continue to grow in the Lord"

God's Favor

Pastor David M. Patin/First Lady Gwiena M.Patin The Way Christian Church Family

March 9, 2003

The Lord Our God is strong.....

and mighty, The Lord our God is mighty in battle.....sound the alarm from the holy mountain the lord is powerful,mighty and his loving and, Jay and Elvin,Bishop Morton,Elder Debra and to you the Francis/Ross Family We at "The Way Christian Life Center Church feel your pain and sorrow, we know that little Kai is dancing in the spirit and she is smiling down on you her earthly parents. She is up there telling the good news about how she has been a blessing to the most beautiful set of parents and grandparents on this side of heaven. Jasmine and Elvin continue to hold on to the strength of God and know that your weeping isn't in vain

Charles A. Bowman

March 9, 2003

Elvin and Jamsime,



Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn this terrible loss. God strengthen and keep you.

ROSLYN DIGGS

March 9, 2003

To:Jasmine & Alvin Ross



Greeting You In Divine love. There are no spoken words to say. I give you my condolences and hope the comfort of God will strengten both of you.

Elders Wayne/Sheila Griffin

March 9, 2003

Jasmine and Elvin, remember God is right there for you in your time of need. We the Griffin family love you and are praying for you. Just as Bishop and Co are our spiritual parents, we felt like Kai was a part of us too. She will be sadly missed. We will continue to pray for you during these difficult times. The Griffin family.

Josephine Douglas Brown

March 9, 2003

To the Ross & Morton Families. I feel your loss, but only God can heal. Keeping on preaching/praying/beliving.

MARK D. SPEARS

March 9, 2003

TO THE ROSS & MORTON FAMILIES. HOLD ON TO GODS UNCHANGING HANDS. PRAY ALWAYS FOR STRENGTH TO GO ON.I AM A MEMBER OF LIFE CENTER FULL GOSPEL BAPTIST CHURCH.

ELDER JOEL LEWIS

March 9, 2003

Your loss is truly felt around the world. GOD be with you in this time of sorrow. GOD never makes a

mistake .

David, Kelly, and Jeanna Washington

March 9, 2003

To the Ross/Morton family:



We extend our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your angel, Kai. We had just heard co-pastor speak of Kai in a sermon we watched on BET this week. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and comfort you.

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