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Guynez Allen Obituary

Guynez Elmore (Inez) Allen, 89, of Altavista, Va., died February 3, 2009. Funeral services 2 p.m. on Friday, February 6, 2009, at Elim Assembly of God, Altavista, Va. Arrangements by Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna, Va.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Feb. 5, 2009.

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Laura Smither

February 7, 2009

Dear Inez, I enjoyed reading and hearing stories from your family and friends. I hear you were a fine women and a wonderful Mother, and grandmother. I will have missed knowing you. rip~

Linda Hagood

February 6, 2009

To all the Family, I was so sorry to hear of Inez passing, but am so thankful for just knowing her; I will miss all the long talks we had. My thoughts are with you during this time. May all the children; grand children and great grand children have peace and comfort that comes from the love she gave everyone.
My deepest condolences
Linda Hagood & Sammy

Keith Stone

February 6, 2009

Grandma, well you made it. I hope I get to see you again one day. One good thing is no more pricking your fingers to check sugar levels and no more shots. I thank you for all the advice you gave me over the years. I love you very much. Thanking of you Kido. Love, Keith and Jodi Stone

Christie Shelton

February 6, 2009

Dean and Theta
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Marilyn Shelton

February 5, 2009

May God's love surround you in the days ahead, as you grieve the loss of your beautiful loved one. May you feel the prayers of your many friends who will be lifting you up.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Marilyn Shelton

Pam Jamerson

February 5, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Inez was a wonderful person. I am sure Billy is smiling now, having his mom in heaven with him.
Love
Pam & Seth

Doris And Dick and boys Short

February 5, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Mike & Jo Ann Weeks

February 5, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Wayne Hagood

February 5, 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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Patricia & Carroll Keatts

February 5, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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