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Memories and Condolences
for Russell Payton
His Daughter May
March 16, 2022
Not a day goes by that I don't miss your smile , laughter and hugs. I would give anything to see you again. You would be so proud of the women that you have raised. I will always and forever love you Daddy.
Ruth Borden
March 13, 2009
To the Payton's
"Look straight ahead, and fix your eye on what lies before you. Mark out a straight path for your feet; then stick to the path and stay safe. Don't get sidetracked; keep your feet from following evil."
Proverbs 4:25-27
LAVERNE JONES
March 13, 2009
DEAR PAM, I WAS THINKING ABOUT YOU TODAY, AND I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT I AM STILL PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND LIKE I SAID BEFORE THINGS WILL GET BETTER.AND THE BEST THING IS THE FACT THAT YOU HAVE BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES OF TIMES YOU HAD WITH RUSSELL. LOVE YOUR FRIEND LAVERNE.
Nita Fay Williams
March 11, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
shena jones
March 11, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ray Byron Riley
March 11, 2009
To: Pamela and family, as you know Russell was one of my dearest friend. My sympathy goes out to you and your family. God Bless you all.
Janie Riley Marshall
March 11, 2009
To the Payon Family, Russell was a classmate and a friend of the family, he will be sadly missed by our family, you all have our deepest sympathy and love. May God be with all of you.
John Lee
March 10, 2009
To the Payton's Family
Russell was a friend and co-worker of mine at the U.S.P.S. He will be miss. Put your faith in God, for He will heal all pain.
Linda R. Alexis
March 10, 2009
To the Family of Late: Russell Payton
My deepest sympathy, Russell was my classmate & a friend to my family. We share in your loss. Cast all your cares upon the Lord; for he careth for you. Love Robinson/ Alexis &family
Stevie Adun
March 9, 2009
May God Bless your family during this time of sorrow.
Ms.PHIL S. WHITE
March 9, 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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Vaughn Family
March 9, 2009
God Bless!!!
JANET BROWN/LUCILLE PERKINS
March 9, 2009
DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE PAYTON FAMILY. CHERISH THE MEMORIES AND KNOW THAT RUSSELL WILL BE WITH YOU ALWAYS.
TRENA LAFRANCE
March 9, 2009
TO PAMELA AND FAMILY
MAY THE JOY OF THE LORD COMFORT YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW...........REMEMBER HE NEVER LEAVES US OR FORSAKE US. BE BLESS IN THE COMFORT OF ONE ANOTHER'S LOVE.
Harold Jones
March 9, 2009
Pamela,
My condolences to you and your family at this time. May God Bless, Help, and Guide you'll through the days ahead.
Micheal Broussard
March 8, 2009
To the Payton's,
No one can know just what you've lost;
No one can understand the cost;
But when you feel your energy drain,
Please count on us to help ease your pain.
Let us help you cope with grief;
We hope with time you'll feel relief.
We can't replace the one who's gone,
But let our concern help you carry on.
From,
Micheal Broussard
Katie Broussard
March 8, 2009
To My Aunt Pamela,
My heart is reaching out to you,
For what you’re going through;
I’m thinking of you frequently
And praying for you, too.
If there’s something I can do,
Anything at all,
Think of me thinking of you,
And don’t hesitate to call.
Love,
kATIE bROUSSARD
Sterling T "Sweet Willie" Williams
March 8, 2009
To the Payton Family,
May god be with you and your family.
From "Sweet Willie" and family
March 8, 2009
To Pamela,
Your colleagues at Woodmere Elementary are keeping you and your family in their hearts and prayers.
DONNA MACKEY
March 8, 2009
To my sister,
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
I'll will always love you and be there for you. Russell was a wonderful brother-in-law and I will never forget him.
Love Donna
Your Sister.
Ethel Williams
March 8, 2009
I was deeply sadden to hear of the lost of Russell. May the Lord keep you and your entire family in perfect peace and may Russell's memories always be close to your heart. Take care. From a former neighbor, friend and classmate of Russell.
LAVERNE JONES
March 8, 2009
TO THE FAMILY OF RUSSELL, YOU ALL HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, I FOR ONE KNOWS EXACTLY HOW YOU FEEL RIGHT NOW. EVEN THOUGHT HE WAS ILL HE STILL CAME AND SAW ME AFTER BERNELL'S FUNERAL TOTELL ME WHY HE HAD MISSED THE SERVICE. PUT YOUR FAITH AND TRUST IN GOD AND YOUR HURT WONT GO AWAY FOR GOOD BUT YOUR DAYS WILL GET BETTER. WITH OUR LOVE FROM LAVERNE AND FAMILY.
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