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Donte Howlett Obituary
During his youth, Donte attended First Baptist Church, Centralia, and in his later years he attended Gravel Run Baptist Church in Dinwiddie, Va. He was also active in many community and youth activities including little league football for Bellwood Elementary School. Donte relocated to Petersburg, Va., when he was 11 and he continued to play little league football for Virginia Avenue Elementary School. Donte continued his education and graduated from Petersburg High School (Class of 2008).
Donte was predeceased by by maternal grandparents, John and Annie Howlett of Chesterfield, Va.; paternal grandmother, Katie Hargrave of Petersburg,Va.; a very devoted maternal uncle, John Howlett; and paternal uncles, Clifton Hargrave and Jerry "Pat" Hargrave.
Left to cherish his memories is a very devoted father and wife, Gary and Alecia Hargrave of Petersburg,Va.; dovoted mother, Pamela Howlett of Troy,Va.; brothers, Howshard Hutcherson and Shamar Howlett of Chesterfield, Va., and DaVon Hargrave and Trevor Hargrave and their mother, LaVonne Hargrave, of Richmond, Va.; sisters, Hasharrah Hutcherson of Maryland, Jazmyne Hargrave and Ashley Hargrave of Petersburg, Va., and Trinity Howlett of Chesterfield, Va.; maternal aunts, Dorothy Seward and Betty Hawkins; paternal aunts, Vivian Thomas, Lois Hargrave (Von Lee), Barbara Johnson (Ricky), Yvonne Hargrave and Janice Cleveland (James); paternal uncle, Roy Hargrave; extended grandmother and uncle, the Rev. Charlecia Harrison and Ivory Harrison Jr.; devoted family friends and caretaker, Oscar and Betty Tyson of Chesterfield, Va.; godmother, Linda Friend of Chesterfield, Va.; devoted cousin, Ernesto Hargrave, and numerous other cousins and a host of friends.
A service of rememberance and celebration will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, Petersburg, with Evangelist Janice Cleveland eulogizing and the Rev. Dr. Robert A. Diggs officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Minnis Memorial Cemetery, Chesterfield, Va. The remains will rest at the church on Saturday from 1:45 p.m. until the hour of service. The immediate family will assemble at 223 Seyler Drive, Petersburg, at 2 p.m. Pallbearers and friends are asked to assemble at the church at 2:45 p.m. A memorial video may be viewed at the funeral home.
Services under the direction of Tucker Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donte Howlett
Gregory Staples
August 13, 2008
Sleep good my dog we all gonna miss you and cant wait til the day we meet again im sorry i didnt make it 2 the funeral much love
A MOM
August 6, 2008
WE AS A COMMUNITY FEEL YOUR LOSS.WE DIDNT HAVE THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING YOUR SON,BUT WE ALL WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY.
NO PARENT SHOULD EVER GO THRU THIS KIND OF LOSS.A LIFE TAKEN SO SOON.GOD HAS A PLAN FOR EVERYTHING HE DOES,SO I KNOW THAT HIS SPIRIT WILL FOREVER REMAIN CLOSE TO YOUR HEART.REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES AND FIND CONFORT IN FAMILY AND FRIENDS.WHEN WE LOSE A YOUNG PERSON THE COMMUNITY AS A WHOLE LOSES OUT.LOVE AND PRAYERS ALWAYS
LIL DERK
July 29, 2008
And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter,
that he may abide with you for ever. Even the Spirit of truth;
whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him:
but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.
I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. Yet a little while,
and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also.
~ John 14:16-19 ~
A STILL SMALL VOICE
There’s a still, small voice softly calling,
You must listen closely if you hear.
In the midst of trouble and sorrow
Learn to stop and tune your ear.
For It longs to give you comfort,
Saying. "I am with you, have no fear."
But sometimes we tend to forget
When life goes along without a care,
In the midst of our joy and laughter,
Our happiness, It longs to share.
So stop a moment and give thanks,
You’ll find It’s always there.
It was given as a gift
From the Father up above,
For guidance and comfort,
The gift of His perfect love.
Learn to listen and you’ll hear It,
The voice of the sweet, Holy Spirit.
LEVON MASON
July 29, 2008
GOD’S GOLDEN MEADOW
The meadow flowers are in bloom
but I sit alone inside my room,
saddened by things that I have seen
and dreaming how life once had been.
I go back in time to yesterday
when with my friends I used to play
in a golden meadow beyond the hill,
so fresh in my mind, it lingers still.
But I must not dream of yesterday
I must go forward, come what may.
I can’t let sad things be in control
and destroy the laughter in my soul.
For sad things come and sad things go
and deep down inside, this I know;
that one day mans inhumanity will cease
when our dear Lord returns, with peace.
So I’ll go out in that meadow fair
and pick a daisy for my hair.
I’ll dream no more of yesteryear
For God has taken all my fear.
There will be wars and rumors of wars
but my destiny lies beyond the stars.
In Gods golden meadow, far, far away,
I’ll walk with Jesus, some sweet day.
LEON MARTIN
July 29, 2008
HIS LIGHT
I saw a light, a radiant light,
as it came to rest in the darkest night
and the nighttime of my soul did flee,
when he gave His wondrous light to me.
Father may my light so shine
that all will know I am thine
and may it spread so very wide
the darkness will have no place to hide
and all the world will brightness be,
with the light that comes from thee.
NETTA GRAHAM
July 29, 2008
What conceit this, to think that I
Can effect the world in which I live.
What avarice; to think my conscious thoughts
Obscure another's drive.
What shall I do if this should fail,
And be yet another stumbling block
On the road already strewn with fallen,
Mountainous boulders, not just rocks.
And yet, I want everyone to know,
The me that lives inside, and understand.
That Love is all that lives eternally......
And that God is in the Details of that Love---So take my hand.
Lets walk this rock-strewn path together until we find
That Love that Lives inside each soul---
God's Love is Blind
July 29, 2008
Hello old friend,
Oh yes you know
I lost my child a while ago.
No, no please
Don?t look away
And change the subject
It?s ok.
You see at first I couldn?t feel,
It took so long, but now it?s real.
I hurt so much inside you see
I need to talk,
Come sit with me?
You see, I was numb for so very long,
And people said, ?My, She is so strong.?
They did not know I couldn?t feel,
My broken heart made all unreal.
But then one day, as I awoke
I clutched my chest, began to choke,
Such a scream, such a wail,
Broke from me..
My child! My child!
The horror of reality.
But everyone has moved on, you see,
everyone except for me.
Now, when I need friends most of all,
Between us there now stands a wall.
My pain is more than they can bear,
When I mention my child,
I see their blank stare.
?But I thought you were over it,?
Their eyes seem to say,
No, no, I can?t listen to this, not today.
So I smile and pretend, and say, ?Oh, I?m ok?.
But inside I am crying, as I turn away.
And so my old friend, I shall paint on a smile,
As I have from the start,
You never knowing all the while,
All I?ve just said to you in my heart.
July 29, 2008
Today God called you home
Extended his arms & opened Heaven?s Door
I never knew emptiness
Nor have I ever cried like this before
I know your one of Heaven?s Angels
And all I have to do is look above
You're in a happier place now
No pain, no sadness?just eternal love.
You?re no longer suffering
Your work on Earth is done
God called you home
A new life in Heaven has begun
But here on Earth
There's a new star in the sky
Shining with your spirit
To keep your memory alive
You?re one of Heaven?s Angels now
You?ll always be with me?near or far
And when I need your guidance
I?ll look above to that shining star
In my heart
You'll always hold a special place
That no one else
Could ever replace
If only I could have
That shining star again to touch
Just to let you know
I love you so much!
But I don't have to tell you
For you have always known
That you'd be one of Heaven's Angels
For When God calls me home
July 29, 2008
Dancing nervously on the clouds to Heaven,
On our way to be judged,
Knowing we have known Him,
Brings our rejoice of song,
Seeing our way into Heaven,
Through the gates open wide,
With His arms open to the length of the sky,
He invites us inside,
Saying "I love you my children,
You have done well",
With His illuminating smile as bright as the sun,
This is when we'll know our tribulation is done!
July 29, 2008
Standing at Heavens Door
As she stands upon the threshold
Open wide come heavens door
No longer will she suffer
The pain will be no more
A veil shades now and heaven
She's just a step away
Do you hear the song of angels?
As they're calling her today?
JESUS says ~ Don't fear tomorrow
For she's greater days ahead
He says ~I'll take her with me
Hand in mine will she be led
She's called me Lord & Savior
Her hearts been mine to hold
Life is her's eternal
It IS as it's been told
Saying goodbye to loved ones
Is easier said than done
But there is great satisfaction
Knowing she'll be living with God's SON
So...JESUS stands there waiting
Close your eyes and you will see
LOVE in all His splendor
He's come to set her free
July 29, 2008
Removed Tears
What has disabled me from my doubts has captured my attention
Though I do not guarantee happiness but I choose not pretension
I cannot yet let go of what has shown no limitation in my cheer
As I remain to explain of a moment that has formed without drear
Breathe on me and receive me as your own so I can faithfully live
That every person will see that I imitate more than "just forgive"
Nothing is complicated in finding faith but knowing it is friction
Countless are the ways I betrayed you with my careless addiction
Gathering only the perishable thoughts that could never save me
And what little I have has by true grace been restored for free
And yet nothing could define what the nature of the heart could feel
But even the heart is uncertain and knows no definite in its will
Yet there is something higher and something more powerful and wise
That cannot be sought through looking through this world's eyes
It seems only foolishness but I must continue on to speak conviction
That there is a caring God who exists and not a work of some fiction
No tears in heaven I have heard said and no more pain but perfection
God loved enough to give his Son for our fulfillment and protection
What love that endures and is faithful to forgive and accept eternally
To make one's tears be wiped away in just a decision made so easily
Revelations 21:3-4 "I heard a loud shout from the throne, saying, "Look, the home of God is now among his people! He will live with them, and they will be his people. God himself will be with them. He will remove all of their sorrows, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. For the old world and its evils are gone forever.""
July 29, 2008
Once I pass away, please don't ruin my memory
By feeling sorry for me...
My beautiful family, I assure you that
I am present with the Lord
While I was still here on this earth,
I made preparations, you see-
I did what it took to see Jesus face to face...
I accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
Of my life
Now . . . I've got a date with Jesus
I'm meeting Him face to face
My, my, my--Lordhammercy...
Heaven is a lovely place and
I'm happy here, because at last,
I made it home to the arms of Jesus
My beautiful family, you don't have to worry
Because now Jesus is taking care of me-
I am safe and secure, because I'm in the
Presence of the Lord...
If anything, you should envy me-
Now that I've passed away, because
My dear family, I am experiencing all
The promises of God...
And sorrow has no place in my heart
My precious family, if you only knew
What lies in store for you-
You would take the time to
Make preparations too
Accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
Of your life right now, and just like me-
Once you pass away, you, too, can see Him
Face to face in glory
Amen!
JAVON
July 29, 2008
know in my spirit as God speaks to me that my spirit is soon to be free.
Shed not one tear for me for I am were I long to be.
A more glorious sound there will never be than ten thousand Angels blowing their trumpets to receive me.
Amore Glorious sight never to be seen as I bow befor my Lord,falling upon my knees as I look on the glory of God.
I will know that I am home when I see his love shining on me.
The feeling of security and peace I will receive as I embrace my savior on my first day.
I have longed for this so long, so I say again shed not one tear for me for I am were I long to be.
And here I will be waiting till that day I watch as God receives thee as He has received me.
July 29, 2008
This life is full of trouble --
The result of one man's sin!
Each day brings grief and suff'ring --
One's desire for life wears thin.
How my soul yearns for Heaven,
Where alone is joy and peace --
Where life is everlasting
And God's blessings never cease!
But when I think of all those
Whose suff'ring will never end...
How I wish to do something --
The "Message of Life" to send.
Hell does not have to be one's fate --
God has provided the way
But He must be acknowledged,
One must, for forgiveness, pray.
Man has everything to gain
And surely nothing to lose!
If he'd surrender his will
And eternal life would choose.
I want to take some with me
To Heaven's beautiful shore.
To present a soul to God --
Oh, nothing could please me more!
LAVEESAH JONES
July 29, 2008
Heaven was waiting
Heaven had it written
And JESUS on His throne
Sweetly whispered out your name
It is time to call you home
All of heaven stood
As Jesus met you at the gate
Angels blew their trumpets
No longer was there WAIT
And LOVE in all His fullness
Was standing by your side
As He gently put your hand in His
Said ,Child, let us go inside
For heavens been preparing
A place made just for you
Your life is truly just begun
Though your life on earth is through
You are with me now forever
Since you have called me SAVIOR - friend
This is now where you will live
A life that has no end
On earth, there are those that miss you
Your face they long to see
One day I will wipe away their tears
For all eternity!
TIA JONES
July 29, 2008
The other day God called you home
to live with Him above.
He said, ?It?s time my precious child
to feel my arms of love?.
He opened up the pearly gates
and ushered you inside.
Then smiled at you and welcomed you
with His arms open wide.
I can only imagine what Heaven's like
but I?m sure you stood in awe.
I can picture you in Jesus arms
just taking in it all.
I know you longed to be with Him
to see His gentle face.
To look into His loving eyes
and feel His sweet embrace.
I'?m sure you fell upon your knees
and worshipped at his feet.
Then joined the choir singing songs
and melodies so sweet.
You lived your life down here on earth
by serving God above.
And now you?ll spend eternity
singing Him songs of love.
Oh how you loved Him all your days,
you gave Him your whole life.
Your love for Jesus shone so bright
even in times of strife.
You shared His love by how you lived
you gave him everything.
And I can hear Him say, ?Well done?,
for living for the King.
Thank you for your faithfulness
for trusting in the Lord.
For all the times you prayed for me
you deserve His best reward.
I know each day you said a prayer
for family and each friend.
And I know that you were faithful
and prayed until the end.
I know you?re up in heaven now,
your face I cannot see.
But all those precious memories
will always stay with me.
I knew someday you?d leave this earth
and live with God above.
But I will keep you in my heart
and think of you with love.
MARINA//LOVE U
July 29, 2008
Death is not the end of life,
in fact, it?s life anew,
if you?re in Christ the Savior,
and the Spirit lives in you.
It?s the start of better things,
no tears, no hurt, no strife,
no illness, pain or cares
that weight us down in life.
Gazing on the sovereign God,
joy and peace forevermore;
stepping from constraints of time
through Heaven?s Open Door.
We need not fear mortal death,
it beats this life, for sure!
Perfection is what God has planned
for those who can endure.
TYRIS
July 29, 2008
All Believers, will recognize each other in Heaven
And family and friends also, in eternity
We'll know, as we are known
God's Word tells us, so very clearly,
Cause when, we go to heaven
And when, we pass on through
We'll still maintain our individuality
We'll still, be me and you,
We'll of course, know Our Lord and Saviour
Just as He'll know us, as we be
And we'll all know our loved ones, who've passed on
And they'll know us to, you'll see,
So don't think, that when a loved one or friend
Goes on through, before
That, that's the end of knowing them
NO, you'll still know them some more.
CHARMESE
July 29, 2008
I've gotten used to missing you,
My grief's begun to ease;
I don't sit down to write you notes
Or phone to shoot the breeze.
When in a crowd someone may laugh
Or sound a lot like you;
And then the pain will grip my heart
And flood my soul anew.
I've gotten used to missing you,
I'm learning day by day
To focus on good memories
And put the rest away.
On strong days I scan photographs
Of happy times we knew;
I picture Jesus in my mind
And place Him next to you.
I've gotten used to missing you,
And though it's been five years;
I still am just a thought away
From aching and from tears.
But my sorrow will have an end,
So let the teardrops pour;
Until I'm once again with you
And the One who loves you more.
--
He was "...a man of sorrows, and
acquainted with grief..."
(Isaiah 53:3 KJV)
AURELIA
July 29, 2008
His love is so embraceable,
His peace abides within.
For every burden that we have
The saviour helps us win.
He gives us His strength, and
Joy, to face another day.
For He is with us always,
Within our hearts to stay.
He walks with us through the Hard times
Within our lives.
He is here for every battle.
We know we will win the fight
No matter what we face
Nothing is to hard for us,for it
Is in Him we put all our trust
We are conquerors
In all that we do,
For it was on the cross He died
He did it for me and you.
Romans 10:9~10
That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus,and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him from the dead,thou shalt be saved.
For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness;and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation
MISSING U !! DELVA CLARKE
July 29, 2008
F~Friends Are Those Who Care
R~Rely On You To Always Share
I~Involve Themselves With You
E~Even When You Are Down And Blue
N~Never Demanding Of Your Time
D~Daily Thinking Of Something Kind
Put It All Together,
And You Have Friend.
A Buddy Who Will Be,
There Thick Or Thin.
Willing To Give Of Their Time To You.
Won't You Be A Friend To Someone Too?
TASHA
July 29, 2008
Life Still Has A Meaning
If there is a future there is time for mending
Time to see your troubles coming to an ending.
Life is never hopeless however great your sorrow
If you're looking forward to a new tomorrow.
If there is time for wishing then there is time for hoping
When through doubt and darkness you are blindly groping.
Though the heart be heavy and hurt you may be feeling
If there is time for praying there is time for healing.
So if through your window there is a new day breaking
Thank God for the promise, though mind and soul be aching.
If with harvest over, there is grain enough for gleaning
There is a new tomorrow and life still has meaning.
Psalms 30:5
Weeping may endure for a night,
but joy cometh in the morning.
NATISHIA
July 29, 2008
My heart will never forget,
By chance that day we met.
In love we knew right away,
You stole my heart that very day.
Happy we were and so young,
When our love had just begun.
We made a pledge to never part,
That very day you stole my heart.
With your crooked smile and eyes of blue,
I will go on always loving you.
Then my love, came the day,
When you up and went away.
Even though our time was not long,
My heart to you would always belong.
You my love, I do not blame,
But my heart’s not the same.
That piece you took left a scar,
It’s still with you wherever you are.
My heart will never forget.
That day we met.
Ephesians 5:2
And walk in love, as Christ hath also loved us, and hath given Himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet smelling savor.
TONI
July 29, 2008
When song birds twirl their good morning songs
Awakening life from love nests high in their tree
Let me hear their joy in distance far away but
Please God just don't let it be a memory
When my grandchild's coos and chatters
Turn into first words and questions many be
Let me hold him close to catch each word but
Please God just don't let it be a memory
When music plays and someone's singing
Songs of yesteryear so dear to me
Let me strain, let me dance and sing along but
Please God just don't let it be a memory
When loved one's are gathered and
Laughter and good talk are flowing freely
Let me join in and share their happiness but
Please God just don't let it be a memory
When the one I love whispers "I love you"
As he holds me in his arms so tenderly
Let me hear the sweet words and my own but
Please God just don't let it be a memory
When strangers with lack of understanding are
Impatient from the streams of "pardon me"
Let me humbly say it one more time but
Please God just don't let it be a memory
When all the sounds of beauty in this life
Have quieted to their lowest note for me
Let me be spared what little I have left but
Please God just don't let it be a memory
kayla coleman
July 27, 2008
dear donte,
Now that you are in a better place, i know everything will be ok. Words could not explain how deeply hurt i was to hear that u were no longer with us. I grew up with you and your brother. and things between us werent always perfect. you and howshard always found something to tease me about. but now that i am older i know that is was just tough love and somehow i always found a way to look up to you. You will always be in my heart
Mechelle Martin
July 27, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Donte. I was his elementary teacher at Bellwood for several years and he always had a good heart! In recent years, I got to see him when he came to Bellwood to visit or take a short cut home. Mrs. Lacks fondly remembers how much Donte loved gummy bears. She is also much saddened by his loss. Our prayers are with all those who loved him.
Katrina Jones
July 27, 2008
Tommorrow isn't promised to nobody but the type of person you were, you deserved to live forever. I'm so sad to hear that you are gone and I wish that somehow you could come back. This didn't deserve to happen to you Donte but things happen for a reason. I just want to wish your family the best now and in the future and let them know that everything is going to be alright. I will cry a tear for you and Javon everynight as long as i live. RIP
Denise Short
July 26, 2008
Gary, Alecia, Jaz, & Ashley
I mourn with you in this time of sorrow and tragedy, and you are always in my prayers.
Love you,
Aunt Denise
Victoria Wilmoth
July 26, 2008
I cant believe your gone.Im gonna miss you calling me big head and dinosaur head.We had good times when we hung out.I'll never forget your smile.I know that your up there now watching over us. I'll meet you up there one of these days. Rest In Peace. Love you brah
MESHA
July 26, 2008
I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOST OF DONTE. HE WAS A GOOD PERSON TO BE AROUND. HE WAS ALSO A TRUE FRIEND TO ME. NOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE AND IS GOING TO WATCH OVER US. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN- R.I.P I LOVE U
CLASS OF 2008
SHARON HOOPER
July 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
ANNETTE& GARY WILLIAMS
July 26, 2008
ANNETTE & GARY WILLIAMS
GARY& ALECIA OUR HEARTS REALLY GO OUT TO YOU. WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS THE WAY WE FEEL. IS THERE ANYTHING WE CAN DO. DON'T HESITATE TO CALL US 804-892-6183 MAY GOD BE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME SORROW.
Antoinette Salters
July 25, 2008
Donte I will miss you. I remember the times you & Kevin played together over my house. I was so glad to see you last week & you was so happy about taking the test for the Military, you gave me a big hug. I will always remember that day. I will miss you & Kevin will miss a good friend. You will always be my other son. My prayers are with your family. Love you Donte.
Rev.Pinkie Hill
July 25, 2008
Words cannot express what I want to say to you at this time, however, I know prayer to our Heavenly Father is most appropriate. Gary, Alisa and family I pray for your strenght as you go through this chapter in your life. Be encouraged as you hold on to God, for He promised never to leave.
Love you,
(Aunt Pinkie)
devonte /asia wells
July 25, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
LaVonne Hargrave
July 25, 2008
I am lost for words Donte, You were my first child... you taught me how to be a mom to your brothers, I cant process that you are gone, we shared so many precious moments together, We miss you so much... there are no words to describe what I am feeling.... We love you so much!
GAIL GOODWYN
July 25, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Continue to pray and with time the pain shall get easier to bare. We will always pray for you all. LOVE, GAIL/RAYMOND JOHNSON & FAMILY
SHENTAKE MILLER
July 25, 2008
I LOVE N MISS U LIL CUZ
LOVE U LIL CUZ N REST IN PEACE N SAVE A SEAT 4 ME
SHENTAKE MILLER
July 25, 2008
I MISS U LIL CUZ N UR BEST FRIEND VON IT DIDNT SUPPOSED TO HAPPEN TO YALL LIKE DAT BUT IT DID UR NOW IN A BETTER PLACE WHEN I CUM UP THERE WIT U WE ARE GOIN TO HAVE FUN TOGETHER I JUST SAW U FRIDAY NIGHT U AND VON AND WE WAS DOIN WAT WE DO BEST ARGUE OVA CRAZY STUFF JUST TO LET DA DAY PAST
CUZ I LOVE U N MIZZ U
Sophia Seaborn
July 25, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Hargraves & family:
I remember the day you all came into my classroom with Donte to purchase his cap and gown. You all were so very proud! As the class sponsor, I extend to you my deepest sympathy, along with the members of the Class of 2008. Know that we are praying for your family; A link from the class chain has been broken and cannot be replaced.
meme
July 25, 2008
R.I.P donte ima miss u n von sooooo much we will meet soon but untill den ima jus think about da fun i had wit u guys
B I Chemicals
July 25, 2008
To the Hargrave family, we at BI Chemical are holding you in are hearts. We know that God will take care of you. We are so sorry about your loss. We will be here when you call....
BRENDA TROTTER
July 25, 2008
Sorry to here of your loss,my prayers
are with you.
Barbara Moore
July 25, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Carol Perry-Square
July 25, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
crystal spencer
July 25, 2008
I wish your family the best. With Love rest in peace
Jan-Marie Bagent
July 24, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I had the wonderful opportunity to know Donte as a middle school student. May you find some comfort in the knowledge that a special angel watches over you.
javante myles
July 24, 2008
HEY BABY BOY./DANG I JUZ TALK TO YOU MAN I TOLD YOU HOW PROUD OF YOU I WAS AND THAT I MISS YOU AND YOU TOLD ME HOW MUCH YO MISS ME TOO.AND YOU SAID STAY AND SCHOOL AND GRADUATE LIKE YOU SO I CAN GET MY LISCENSE OR [LS] LIKE YOU WOULD SAY AND BE RIDIN BIG LIKE YOU.BUT YOU KNOW I WAS GONNA RIDE BIGGER THEN YOU.LOL.BUT MAN I REMEMBER EVERYTHING FROM THE DAY WE FIRST MET TO ALL THE JOKES THE PHONE CONVERSATIONS OUR LAST HUG AND OUR LAST CONVERSATION MAN.I NEVER TOLD YOU BUT YOU KNOW IT AND I SHOWED IT I LOVE YOU MAN.YOU MY HEART MAN COULDNT NOBODY TELL ME NOTHING I LOVE ME SOME DONTE I ALWAYS HAD YOUR BACK AND STILL DO AND IM GONNA REP YO NAME AND HOLD YOU DOWN FOREVER.I LOVE YOU BABY BOY.MUAH.YO BEST FRIEND BRE. PS.IM STILL MAD BECAUSE YOU AINT CALL OR COME CHILL LOL.BUT YOU KNO WHAT SAVE ME A PLACE IN HEAVEN RIGHT BESIDE YOU SO YOU WOULDNT HAVE TO CALL AND WE CAN CHILL ALL DAY AND FOREVER WITH EACH OTHER.I LOVE YOU.AND TO HIS FAMILY IM SORRY FOR YOUR LOST AND I WANT YOU TO KNO I LOVE YALL AND ANYTHING YALL NEED IM HERE.GOD BLESS.AND DONTE I LOVE YOU BOO.MUAH.
beverly gibson
July 24, 2008
i didnt know you but im very sad about wat happened to you and javon but i knew keke and this wasent supposed to happen to yall r.i.p baby
Tammy Hines (former teacher @ Salem Middle School)
July 24, 2008
Another young life taken too soon, but my belief is that God doesn't want to be in heaven with only the elderly, so he surrounds himself with all ages. Donte had a smile that would light up a room, so Heaven just became that much brighter. My thoughts and prayers are with all the loved ones of these 3 teenagers. Take comfort in the words of God.
Nesha
July 24, 2008
I love you my dude..sleep good baby
johnathan west
July 24, 2008
i luv u brah ima miss u
Nesha
July 24, 2008
Rest In Peace Donte I love you mane..You're gone but not 4gotten..I miss you mane..I'll be up there with you soon
NIKITA
July 24, 2008
GARY, ALICIA, JASMINE, AND FAMILY
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS AND IN SUCH A TERRIBLE WAY, TRY TO TAKE COMFORT IN KNOWING YOU DID ALL YOU COULD TO GIVE HIM A BETTER LIFE AND REMEMBER NONE OF US KNOW HOW MUCH TIME WE HAVE LEFT, BUT WE WILL UNDERSTAND IT BETTER BY AND BY.......
Jean Chappell
July 24, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Donte will be greatly missed by all who have come in contact with him during his short lived life. Those of us still at Bellwood Elementary School will have him remain in our hearts forever.
The Gholson Family
July 24, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this painful time. Keep your faith and your family close to each other, and take some comfort in knowing and never doubting that God makes no mistakes. Our destiny is decided before we take our first breath. Donte was a sweetheart and he will be missed, but his legacy will never be forgotten.
Sherry Rosser
July 24, 2008
Gary and family my heart is so heavy by Donte's loss. I pray that God comforts you and gives you peace during this difficult time. I'm here if you need me. My number is the same. Love you
MR. & MRS.Dwayne Gilliam
July 24, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
robyn spencer
July 23, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
July 23, 2008
A rose in all her beauty
Can not be compared
To the gift that God has given
In the friendship we have shared.
With fellowship in Jesus
A special bond have we
To laugh and share the moments
Your dreams revealed to me.
I count each day a blessing
What joy God did impart
To know I have received
A small portion of your heart.
I'll cherish and protect it...
Count it as pure gold
Be there when you need a friend
Your hand I'll happily hold.
Prayer will be your covering
From morn to setting sun
When you lay your head to rest
May sweet sleep soon come.
July 23, 2008
Heaven Scent
Where lilacs forever bloom,
And streams run clear and free
Splashing over smooth stones,
Lord, there I long to be.
Where fluttering butterflies
Dance in the breeze,
And all God's Creatures
Bend humbly to their knees.
Where winds sing songs of Praise,
Old songs from distant times,
And saints, from distant days,
Sing harmony; sublime.
Where streets are paved with gold,
And mansions grace the hills,
And Angels, who foretold
His coming get the thrill
Of bowing on bended knee
Before the King of Kings.
Oh~~~what a Heaven Scent
The smell of lilacs brings.
Where lilacs bloom forever,
Lord, there I want to be.
When You Return In All Your Glory,
Please, Lord, remember~~~me.
July 23, 2008
have a song that Jesus gave me.
He sent it to me from the Heavens above.
Yes, I do have a song
Jesus gave me all alone
In the Garden of Prayer.
Alone with Him in prayer in the Garden
“Lift me up, Lord.” “Let me sing Your praise
to all that will hear my song of praise.”
He gave it to me.
It all happened
in the Garden of Prayer with Him.
Rejoice! Rejoice!
And sing out to Me in praise.
SHAVONNA TAYLOR
July 23, 2008
DIRECTIONS TO MY FATHER'S HOUSE
Make a right onto "Believeth Blvd"
Keep straight and go through the
"Green Light", which is "Jesus Christ"
From there, you must turn onto
"The Bridge of Faith", which is
Over "Troubled Waters"
When you get off the bridge
Make a right turn and keep straight
You are on the "King's Highway"
"Heaven-bound"
Keep going for three miles:
One for the "Father"
One for the "Son", and
One for the "Holy Ghost"
Then exit off onto "Grace Blvd"
From there, make a right turn
On "Gospel Lane"
Keep straight and then make
another right on "Prayer Road"
As you go on your way, Yield
Not to the traffic on "Temptation Ave"
Also, avoid "Sin Street" because
It is a "Dead End"
Pass up "Envy Drive" and "Hate Ave"
Also, pass "Hypocrisy Street"
"Gossiping Lane", and "Backbiting Blvd"
However you have to go down
"Long-suffering Lane", "Persecution Blvd"
and "Trials and Tribulations Ave"
But that's all right because
"Victory Street" is straight ahead
Now I would like you to meet my Father
"God" and my brother "Jesus", these are
my friends that have traveled so far to
visit your home in "Heaven"
"Welcome my children", I will be waiting
for you to return someday to spend eternity
with me in my beautiful home
Don't ever forget we are all children of God!
~ Author Unknown ~
community
July 23, 2008
Spend as much time as you can with your family and friends. This time together will build a lifetime of memories and a lifetime of love...
There is nothing more special than the
closeness of family, and friends who are close.
Cherish each moment you have with each of them.
This is a time you will never regret...
nichole
July 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Shakisha Taylor
July 23, 2008
My prayers and condolences go out to the family and friends. Even though it hurts right now, just have faith in God to know that he makes no mistakes, and that Donte is in a better place know.
LASHAWN GRIFFIN
July 23, 2008
God must have known there would be times
I'd need a word of cheer
Someone to praise a triumph
Or brush away a tear.
He must have known I'd need to share
The joys of "little things"
In order to appreciate
The happiness life brings.
I think he knew my troubled heart
Would sometimes throb with pain
At trials and misfortunes
Or some goals I cannot attain.
He knew I'd need the comfort
Of an understanding heart
To give me strength and courage
To make a fresh, new start.
He knew I'd need companionship
Unselfish...lasting...true,
And so God answered my heart's great need
With a CHERISHED FRIEND....like you.
weasel
July 23, 2008
Today I decided to go to a different place to have lunch,
Far away from all the crowds and the usual rowdy bunch.
There is someone I have been longing for so long to see,
A softhearted and gentle woman I refer to as my Granny.
When I arrived in heaven Granny was there by the gate,
She said, "Hurry up, you know we don’t want to be late."
I looked around and I could not believe what I could see,
So much food was everywhere spread out in front of me.
Granny said, "Don’t worry child, it is completely free,
There is never a price in heaven for anything you see."
"Get yourself a plate and put everything you want on it,
We will go over and sit under that shade tree for a bit."
"Be sure on the table right over there when you go by,
Grab yourself a big slice of that wonderful humble pie."
Precious time with Granny sitting right here beside me,
Amazing visions surrounded us as far as you could see.
I did like Granny had instructed and filled up my plate,
I still cannot remember or know how much I really ate.
There is one thing I know I will never be able to forget,
Is that marvelous humble pie and the lasting taste of it.
Granny ever so slowly walked me back to heavens gate,
Saying, "I love you dear, but you know it is getting late."
I took one wistful look around at all the wonder up there,
Everyone so completely peaceful without a single care.
Those times your life seems like it is going a little rough,
And no matter how you try, you still don’t make enough.
Take some time out and go to have lunch in heaven too,
God is never too busy, He always has a place set for you.
JOY AND BRUCE
July 23, 2008
I was walking down a path I had often been down before,
One place I always passed by was very hard for me to ignore.
I could hear this beautiful soft music coming from inside,
It drew me closer with each step but I still could not decide.
I wondered if I should go in for a visit to take a look around,
There on the path, ahead of me, were pink rose petals on the ground.
I walked up to the gate and through a flowered entrance to get in,
First was the lovely fragrance of flowers and the sound of a violin.
There were so many different flowers everywhere I could see,
The absolute beauty of it all was completely breath taking to me.
What was this wonderful, serene place I had wandered into,
It was filled with so many people but not anyone I knew.
Everyone there looked so peaceful with a smile on their face,
Where was I, what was I doing here, what was this place.
I was going to turn and leave and try not to bother any one,
Then I heard soft footsteps behind me and knew I should not run.
“Please, come in my friend there are so many lovely things here to see”,
A kindly looking gentleman said walking ever so slowly up to me.
“Your in the prayer garden and you are always welcome to stay,
People come here often when they feel the need to pray.”
“God can provide you with everything to help you make it through,
There is always plenty of faith, hope, trust, love, and forgiveness too.”
“Please, come back for another visit anytime you want to pray,
God is always here to listen, twenty-four hours a day.”
WARREN AND LISA GRAHAM
July 23, 2008
wish there was someway for me to erase your grief and pain,
To make it fall away from your body like the gentle rain.
An easy answer for you on how to mend your broken heart,
When too soon your loved one from us has had to depart.
To somehow ease all of the fears you must be feeling inside,
And take away all of the anger from which you can not hide.
Your loved one has now passed through to heaven's gate,
Their spirit free and at peace, for which they could not wait.
No longer now are they filled with all of that pain or dread,
Anxious to begin their new journey which now lies ahead.
Of becoming soon a guardian angel to watch over you,
To be there and try to comfort you when you need them to.
To always reach out with a loving hand and a caring heart,
Close by, to be there and help you make a brand new start.
I know it is not easy for you to smile like you did before,
But don't get so lost in your grief that your friends you ignore.
Everyone who loves you knows you need some time alone,
Just please don't go away or try to get through this on your own.
We all know right now how lost and scared you must feel,
This is all just a nightmare and somehow none of it seems real.
Give yourself plenty of time to grieve and get through all of this,
Take out some special time, moments where you can reminisce.
Think back on the wonderful times you spent together over the years,
The ones which to you now will become such precious souvenirs.
God will always be there for you, to protect you and be by your side,
Believe me, he knows first hand how many tears you have cried.
You can trust God to be right there with you right up to the very end,
He will see to it over time your gentle, broken heart too shall mend.
JOY AND BRUCE
July 23, 2008
All too soon another life will end,
when we have to say goodbye to a loved one or a friend.
There is no way for us to ever prepare,
to find out someone we love, will no longer ever be there.
We feel deep sorrow when they depart,
always holding a loving and special place within our heart.
Remembrances linger of a loving face,
wonderful times we shared together, which we can’t replace.
But there is always the warm comfort too,
God helps everyone of us through everything we must do.
In times of trouble and times of grief,
God always answers our prayer for needed spiritual relief.
Other times when we feel we cannot go on,
we can rely upon our Savior through each night until dawn.
God stays on duty twenty four times seven,
to answer your call or prayer, from His throne in Heaven.
Know in your heart you can count on Him,
if down on your knees and your life seems hopeless and dim.
When it is your time to say a final goodbye,
and your heart is completely breaking and all you can do is cry.
God will reach and take you in His embrace,
wiping each hurt from your heart and tear from your face.
Over time God will help to ease your pain,
giving you strength to remember your loved one and laugh again.
God promised us always everlasting love,
to eternally keep vigil over His children from Heaven above.
So, when you too must say a final goodbye,
it’s alright to grieve for a loved one, God is always standing by.
July 23, 2008
Though your journey has been
A long and rough one friend,
At the end God will send
Angels to bring you in.
Up through heavens you'll fly
Among clouds and brilliant sky
To alight on peaceful shore,
Your divine home evermore.
Each beat your heart makes
Takes you closer to the gate,
Every sunrise and golden sunset
Brings your rest nearer yet.
Though you be vexed with frets
And ever beset by woeful regrets,
Keep your faith in the Lord strong
The Father will lead you home.
Though your mind worry and weary
And burdens make sad eyes teary,
God will comfort times so dreary,
Offering solace when life gets scary.
Your time of bliss soon will arrive
By God's grace you'll survive,
Until angels soar you safely to shore
Where you'll know peace evermore.
July 23, 2008
You hesitate at my garden gate,
As I watch and patiently wait,
The gateway is swung wide
And I bid you enter inside.
Come nearer me weary child,
And linger for a restful while,
Wipe dry your tear stained face,
There is soothing in my grace.
Walk with me along the pathway
I will ease your suffering away,
Hold firm my hand as we tarry,
Your heavy burdens I will carry.
Renew in my strength as we stroll,
For I will comfort and console,
We will while away pleasant hours
Beneath the fragrant rose bowers.
Sit with me where the roses grow
Feel the healing glow of love flow,
Hold near to me beneath the bough,
I will smooth your furrowed brow.
Here where the dewdrops glisten
Speak to me child and I will listen,
Give to me your trouble and trials,
I will restore your forgotten smiles.
My love for you knows no bounds,
Let my grace and mercy surround,
Feel your sorrows ebb then cease,
Through me there is blissful peace.
I will caress and ease you through
Whatever heartache may visit you,
Trust my love to light your pathway
When troubles would turn you astray.
Life is brimmed with doubts and fear
But be of brave heart for I am near,
As problems encircle you and harden,
Come unto me child, rest in my garden.
The Bibbins Family
July 23, 2008
Words cannot express how deeply saddened our hearts are to know that Donte is gone. Please know that we am keeping you in our prayers and trusting that God will heal your troubled hearts as you go through this difficult time. You have our deepest sympathy.
May God bless you,
July 23, 2008
DANCING WITH ANGELS
Looking out the window, seeing the rays of sun
Shining down on the Earth,
Warming us with its love,
Causing new growth, changes of season.
With each raindrop that falls
The Earth is nourished
Drinking the water of life,
Becoming stronger, growing with love.
Listen to the wind soaring through the trees,
It has the strength to move mountains.
Leaves dance down to the Earth
Each a different color, a different beauty.
Soon it becomes cold, and the rain turns to snow.
Snowflakes dance down to the Earth
Blanketing each seed, protecting the Earth
From nature's harsh cold.
At night, when all seems dark,
The moon's light will guide us.
The Earth is watched from far above,
Stars glimmering, dancing with light.
Like changes in season the tides turn over.
It's the love of angels, reaching down upon the Earth,
Dancing for us, if we just stop for a moment
And look out the window of life.
July 23, 2008
Life Will Never Be The Same
We all take the miracle of life for granted
Our busy hectic lives see to it that there is never enough time
Only Jesus Christ knew where He came from and where He was going
All of us of this world are left to only our faith
How does life get so unbearable for someone who is loved so much
This eternal question will never be answered by those of us left behind
The pain cannot be expressed in words, but can be seen on our faces
A tidal wave of emotion fills our spirits with anger, grief, sadness, and love
I for one will take more time to listen, and spend less time talking
When faced with a choice I will no longer take the selfish option
How many times could I have changed my schedule so I could be there
Why does it take a tragedy for families who love each other to show it
I will spend the rest of my time on earth letting the people I love know it
This poem is meant not to blame ourselves, but to open our eyes
No mother, sister, father, or brother should ever have to go through this
Life will never be the same
July 23, 2008
A few of your possessions left to hold,
But the treasures true,
They lie down deep…
Deep within my heart and soul….
Deep inside of Me…..
I see your face and you smile at me,
You tease to make me laugh…
I hear your songs… And your music
resonates among my soul…
While your words, “I love you, Mom”
Echo… in every thought, of you….
You are my precious child,
I’ll hold you here… inside of me,
You’ll always be my son, my friend,
A special part of me…
You are my precious child,
I love you forever,
You’ll always be my Donte,
A special part of me…
Deep inside me, Son,
We can never part…
Though you’ve gone to live in Heaven,
In the everlasting world…
A part of you remains on earth… In M e…
All I have are pictures left to kiss,
A few of your possessions left to hold,
But the treasures true,
They lie down deep…
Deep within my heart and soul….
Deep inside of Me…..
July 23, 2008
The other day God called you home
to live with Him above.
He said, ?It?s time my precious child
to feel my arms of love?.
He opened up the pearly gates
and ushered you inside.
Then smiled at you and welcomed you
with His arms open wide.
I can only imagine what Heaven's like
but I?m sure you stood in awe.
I can picture you in Jesus arms
just taking in it all.
I know you longed to be with Him
to see His gentle face.
To look into His loving eyes
and feel His sweet embrace.
I'?m sure you fell upon your knees
and worshipped at his feet.
Then joined the choir singing songs
and melodies so sweet.
You lived your life down here on earth
by serving God above.
And now you?ll spend eternity
singing Him songs of love.
Oh how you loved Him all your days,
you gave Him your whole life.
Your love for Jesus shone so bright
even in times of strife.
You shared His love by how you lived
you gave him everything.
And I can hear Him say, ?Well done?,
for living for the King.
Thank you for your faithfulness
for trusting in the Lord.
For all the times you prayed for me
you deserve His best reward.
I know each day you said a prayer
for family and each friend.
And I know that you were faithful
and prayed until the end.
I know you?re up in heaven now,
your face I cannot see.
But all those precious memories
will always stay with me.
I knew someday you?d leave this earth
and live with God above.
But I will keep you in my heart
and think of you with love.
July 23, 2008
Death is not the end of life,
in fact, it?s life anew,
if you?re in Christ the Savior,
and the Spirit lives in you.
It?s the start of better things,
no tears, no hurt, no strife,
no illness, pain or cares
that weight us down in life.
Gazing on the sovereign God,
joy and peace forevermore;
stepping from constraints of time
through Heaven?s Open Door.
We need not fear mortal death,
it beats this life, for sure!
Perfection is what God has planned
for those who can endure.
July 23, 2008
All Believers, will recognize each other in Heaven
And family and friends also, in eternity
We'll know, as we are known
God's Word tells us, so very clearly,
Cause when, we go to heaven
And when, we pass on through
We'll still maintain our individuality
We'll still, be me and you,
We'll of course, know Our Lord and Saviour
Just as He'll know us, as we be
And we'll all know our loved ones, who've passed on
And they'll know us to, you'll see,
So don't think, that when a loved one or friend
Goes on through, before
That, that's the end of knowing them
NO, you'll still know them some more.
July 23, 2008
There is, A Coming Day
That I am, looking forward too
It's the return, of Jesus Christ, my Savior
Coming back, for me and you,
Cause Jesus, said I'm coming back
To receive you, unto me
That where I am, ye may be also
In Heaven forever, With My Father and Me Eternally,
We'll be with, Our Lord and Savior
Looking, upon His Face
The One, who bought for us Redemption
Along with, His Awesome Grace,
Even so, COME LORD JESUS
I'm ready, here and now today
COME THROUGH THE EASTERN SKIES, TO GET US
TRUMPETS SOUNDING, ALL THE WAY.
July 23, 2008
Did God need another angel?
Or someone He knew that would care?
Someone who always thought of others
And when needed?was always there.
Did God need another angel?
Or someone to be more helpful in Heaven above?
Even though you were treasured here on Earth
I guess He noticed your kindness & your love.
Did God need another angel?
Or someone He knew was worthwhile?
Someone to share in His spiritual inspirations
And someone with an awesome smile!
I guess God watched you from Heaven
And choose someone He knew was special
Many nights I?ve cried to God in anger
?Why did You need another angel??
And then the answer hit me & it?s quite simple
For now, I?m no longer saddened,
Because, God DID need another angel
?but he also needed a friend!
Just as you were loved, so shall you be missed.
In Loving Memory of a Very Special Person
and a Very Special Friend...
July 23, 2008
There is a Reaper, whose name is Death,
And, with his sickle keen,
He reaps the bearded grain at a breath,
And the flowers that grow between.
Shall I have nought that is fair? saith he;
Have nought but the bearded grain?
Though the breath of these flowers is sweet to me,
I will give them all back again.
He gazed at the flowers with tearful eyes,
He kissed their drooping leaves;
It was for the Lord of Paradise
He bound them in his sheaves.
My Lord has need of these flowerets gay,
The Reaper said, and smiled;
"Dear tokens of the earth are they,
Where he was once a child."
They shall all bloom in fields of light,
Transplanted by my care,
And saints, upon their garments white,
These sacred blossoms wear.
And the mother gave, in tears and pain,
The flowers she most did love;
She knew she should find them all again
In the fields of light above.
O, not in cruelty, not in wrath,
The Reaper came that day;
'Twas an angel visited the green earth,
And took the flowers away.
destiny harvell
July 23, 2008
Sorry to hear your gone you are in a better place save a seat for me R.I.P Donte i know u lookin down over all your loved ones
July 23, 2008
I pray the world into submission
That amidst the turmoil
And what is missing
Illumination comb the land
All eyes be opened
And man will see man
Together we walk
Not different from the other
Blindly we talk
In disregard of one another
How much longer the wait
Before we can see
That what is at stake
Is within you and me
July 23, 2008
LEGION OF ANGELS ARE CALLED TO MY SIDE
SOME ARE TO WATCH AND SOME TO GUIDE
SOME TO SING PRAISES AND SOME TO PRAY
AND SOME TO HELP THOSE GONE ASTRAY
SOME TO WORSHIP OUR SAVIOR AND KING
SOME TO SAFELY ENFOLD ME IN THEIR WINGS
SOME TO PROTECT AND SOME TO CARE
AND SOME WILL DO THOSE THINGS MOST RARE
SOME ABOVE AND SOME BELOW
SOME TO PRECEED ME AS I GO
SOME TO SURROUND AND SOME TO STAY
AND SOME TO LEAD ME HOME ONE DAY.
July 23, 2008
Through the windows of heaven, the eyes of God watches over you
In His vision, there is nothing that can't be seen
For His eyes and heart are both watching every living thing
If there is a question that you may want to ask
His ears are there to hear your every prayer,
and bring all your troubles to past
For in His hands there is a power so great, that words cannot describe
Also enough love in His heart to touch and fill all of our lives
So speak the will of God and be sincere in your prayers of need,
for the answers are always near
The world can be a confusing place,
but if you put God first (Matt 6:33)
and have faith and belief in the word of God,
this world and man you will not fear. (John 16:33)
July 23, 2008
know your hurts
I know your pain
But just turn to me and they will fade
I know your doubts
I know your fears
But just turn to me and I'll dry your tears
My precious children
I know your struggles
I know your obstacles
But just turn to me and you can overcome them
My precious children no matter what you're going through I know
And I am here just call on me
I will help you through
July 23, 2008
When your headed down that road, make a right on Believe Boulevard,
Keep straight and go through the green light, which is Jesus Christ.
There you must turn onto the bridge of Faith, which is over Troubled Water.
When you get off the bridge make a right and keep straight, you are now on Kings Highway Heaven bound!
Keep going for three miles: One for the Father, One for the Son, and One for the Holy Spirit.
Then exit off to Grace Boulevard. From there, make a right turn onto Gospel Lane.
Keep straight and make another right onto Prayer Road.
As you go on your way, yield not to the traffic on Temptation Avenue and avoid Sin Street because they are nothing but Dead Ends.
On that note, pass up Envy Drive, Hate Avenue, Hypocrisy Court, Gossiping Lane, and Backbiting Boulevard for these roads take you off your route.
However, you must go down Longsuffering Lane, Persecution Boulevard, and Trials and Tribulations Avenue.
But that's all right because Victory Street is straight ahead!
Amen
July 23, 2008
Gone yes but not forgotten Gone on to your rest.
I'm quite sure that you're done your best
I ask my self why and then try not to cry.
God made us all in a unique and special way.
The bible always told us to not to forget to pray.
Jesus it's hard to understand your plan.
But please sir just don't let go of my hand.
I'll walk where you lead me I promise to stay.
I'll walk where you lead me and always obey
Please forgive me for questioning you I just want your answer
I'm not trying to be blue I know you are wise and special and true.
That's why you're called Jesus there only one of you.
July 23, 2008
Morning Prayer
For those who are missing a loved one
When I wake,
I see your face.
I think of you,
My heart will race.
How I still long,
For your embrace.
I'll see you again,
In time and space.
Far away, I pray
For your amazing grace!
AMEN
July 23, 2008
Dear God in Heaven above
Today is the day that You took someone we love
We know that we need not worry
Because Your there with him with open arms
Dear God in Heaven above
The man that stands before You was deeply loved
Although it seems like it is the end
Now the memories of him shall begin
Dear God in Heaven above
We are here today with sorrow and grief
But when we look up toward Heaven there will be a sence of relief
Because the man before You is in a better place
Today is not a day of death, but rebirth
Because he lived a long and healthy life here on earth
So on this day we will look back no more
Because on this day we know he's with You, Jesus Christ our Lord
The man that has left us he will truly be missed
For all that knew him we know that we were blessed
Dear God in Heaven above
The man that I refer to was a husband, father, brother, grandfather and dear friend
For when our time comes we know that we will see him again
Dear God in Heaven above
We pray that You will guide us to see this through
Hold us and keep us safe in all that we do
ROBERT AND CINDI THOMAS
July 23, 2008
May God's sweet peace comfort you as you tenderly lay your love one to rest? In sincere sympathy.
May God keep you as his little angel in the sky? While you sing his praises and fly high. Watch over your family who will beyond miss you much. God bless and rest in his arms with every tender touch.
Words can not express my heart felt sympathy. May God keep you in this critical time of need? God Bless
God bless you both and I have you in my prayers. God takes care of us in mysterious ways and would never put no more on us than we can handle. I have you all in my prayers and I send my condolences and blessings.
You’re the ones who are suffering, and we’re the ones who care, But if there's anything we can do, call us, we’ll be there. We will continually keep you all in our prayers.
NINA
July 23, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of your during this time. Though words seem inadequate, may this heartfelt message bring some comfort and encouragement and may your memories bring you comfort and peace.
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