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for Jessie Furlow
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Linda Donaldson
June 21, 2020
There will never be another Dr. Furlow. I had the pleasure of working with her for several years. I always looked forward to her coming to our center to see patients. Her legacy lives on...
Dr. Ava Nelson
November 10, 2006
To Dr. Furlow's family,
I met you guys at Jesse's medical school graduation, "Ava(from New Orleans) and James". Jesse was truly my mentor and a big sister I could look up to when Rochester racism was fierce for many of the Black medical students. She was so bright and smart , they could not break or stop her. I admired her so and she always kept everything in a positive levelhead light. When James died in 1977 , Jesse was still right there , giving me strength and hope. She stayed in touch checking on me when everyone else was gone. When I read the article in the newspaper about all of her accomplishments and activities , it did not surprise me because that is what Rochester and many others saw in her way back when. She was always a very special, loving "heavyweight , dynamite lady". I will never be able to speak of those Rochester days without remembering Jesse. My deepest sympathy to the family, especially her mom , daddy and sisters. God has one of our precious angels.
KIRSTEN GANIOUS
September 28, 2006
MAY GOD KEEP YOU AND CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU ALL. DR. FURLOW WAS A LIGHT TO MY LIFE SHE WAS ALWAYS LOOKING TO HELP OTHERS IN A TIME OF NEED AND EVEN WHEN IT WASNT NEEDED. FURLOW MAY BE GONE IN FLESH BUT HER SPIRIT WILL ALWAYS FOLLOW US TO SHE WAS TRULEY A GREAT PERSON.
Randle White
July 10, 2006
While visiting family members in Memphis over the 4th of July, I was told of a remarkable story. My brother-in-law, who resides in Orlando, is a former Quincy resident. He and my sister shared this wonderful article about Dr. Furlow. I don't know how they knew she was from Memphis, or that she had attended Manassas, but she was. I checked my yearbook, and indeed she was a former classmate. I may not have known her personally, but it makes me proud to know that our teachers and principal had instilled such values in us as, excellence and superior performance. That, from my reading, was the essence of Dr. Jessie V. Furlow.
Barbara Biggers-Matthews
July 10, 2006
To the Furlow,
You are in our prayers during your time of sorrow. May God forever comfort you. The Nashville Chapter of the National Hook-up of Black Women, Inc.
Vernon Bryant
July 5, 2006
To The Family of Dr. Furlow: Its my prayer that God continue to bless and keep each you. I was honor to know Dr. Jessie as a worked at channel six years ago and most recently to honor her at the Crescent Moon Gala in May. She will be missed my many in our nation. God Bless each of you. Vernon E. Bryant
Claudenia Jones
July 5, 2006
I met Dr. Furlow through my sister, Linda Henry. I found her to be such a lovable person. I will not forget that smile and the laughter we shared. She will be deeply missed. I extend my deepest sympathy to her family. Remember that weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. May God bless each of you. You will continually be in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Spann
July 3, 2006
To the Family of Dr. Jessie Furlow,
I met and worked with Dr. Furlow as
"Sisters" in the National Hook-Up of Black Women.
We had many discussions via e-mail regarding the health state of the Black Family. I will miss her, but her dedication and love for people will live on.
She truly made a difference while she was here. Now she is at rest with the Lord.
May God Bless and Comfort you.
Fannie Dixon-Smith
July 2, 2006
To the Family of Dr. Jessie Furlow,
I want to thank Dr. Furlow's parents for raising such a wonderful person who cared so much for others. Dr. Furlow took care of my mother for many years and my family and I were blessed to have Dr. Furlow care for my mother. I will continue to pray for her family and encourage everyone to look to God for guidance and strength during this difficult time.
Linda Burney-Henry,RN
July 2, 2006
I met Dr. Furlow in 1982, when I had the priviledge to work with her at Gadsden Memorial. She was indeed every woman. Full of life and lots of fun. She had knowledge that the average person could not imagine yet she was down to earth, she was a diamond in the rough. I could truely call her friend. We celebrated our birthdays together and went on several vacations together. She will be missed by all and certainly by all that called her friend. Jessie was a Life well Lived. A Life well-lived is a precious gift of hope and strenght and grace from someone who has made our world a brighter, better place, It's filled with moments sweet and sad, with smiles and sometimes tears, with friendships formed and good times shared and laughter through the years. A LIFE WELL-LIVED is a LEGACY of joy and pride and pleasure, a loving,lasting memory my grateful heart will treasure.I will miss my friend. With heartfelt sympathy to Mrs. Georgia, Katherine, Patty and family as we remember a life well-lived.
Natacha Barkley
July 1, 2006
Dr. Furlow, truly an angel sent from God. I met Dr. furlow 8 years ago and she was an inspiration to my life. Any time I needed a friend to talk too all I had to do was call. She was my doctor, my mentor, and my friend. She was a God sent that helped me through many tough times and situations. I will truly miss our conversations and time spent together. Nevertheless, she will be missed, but I will always have her close to my heart.
Victoria King
July 1, 2006
To The Family of Dr. Jessie Furlow:
May the GOD who makes no mistakes and remains the GOD of Grace and Mercy, provide you all with Peace. Your loss is our loss but truly Heavens Gain. She is forever in our Hearts Victoria M. King NHBW Cherry Hill Area Chapter
Laura Selman
July 1, 2006
It is with great sorrow that one of the greatest people I ever had the pleasure of knowing has been taken from us. I can not say enough wonderful things about Dr. Jessie. She was one person I could trust my life with and know she had my best interest at heart. There are not enough good people in this world and Dr. Jessie was truly one of them. I will miss her but feel blessed to have had the privilege of knowing her both as my physician and a friend. My sympathy goes out to her family, they have lost a gem.
Gennette Garrett
June 30, 2006
To the Family, I want to say Thank God For the memories. Jessie V. touched many lives in many ways. She would look at you and give you a smile. At this time we must remember that God's timing is what is important. He has removed another flower from the garden here on earth and place it in the garden of peace and joy. Mourn now but don't forget that God is a God of peace not confusion. Jessie V. is at peace and resting in our father's house. Take this time and remember to always be kind and loving to each other because we have an appointed time as well.
geraldine littlepage
June 29, 2006
to the furlow family, iwill keep you in my prayers. thank god for the time he gave us with his chosen child.
Linda Donaldson
June 29, 2006
Having met Dr. Jessie Furlow almost six years ago at my interview with North Florida Medical Centers, Inc., I had no idea how much of an impact that she would have on my life...and the lives of so many others. She truly lived her life as Jesus wants us all to do, helping and loving one another without any regard to color or social status. She so unselfishly dedicated her life to making this world a better place and I, for one, feel indeed honored that I can call her "friend."
The simplest things in life made you happy, Dr. Furlow...from coffee, pickles and chocolate, these made you smile.
I feel that I'm a better person, just from having known you. I rejoice in knowing that you are now with the love of your life, your dear Sol. I pray comfort to your loving family...we will miss you deeply.
Janet Thomas
June 29, 2006
May God continue to keep the family in His loving,caring, and comforting arms. Keeping you in our prayers. Manassas High School Class of "67 classmate and co-worker at IRS with Katherine.
Sharon Foster
June 29, 2006
To the family of Dr. Jessie V. Furlow. I extend my deepest sympathy in the earthly loss of someone so precious. Through NHBW, Inc. I had the opportunity to be in her presence twice and I will always cherish the memory of her smile, her humility and her loving spirit. Thanks be to the Father for sending our Sister, Dr. Jessie V. Furlow, this way.
Marion Hoffmann
June 29, 2006
I had the great pleasure of getting to know Dr. Jessie Furlow during our time together in Leadership Florida. She was a humble, caring doctor and a great friend to many. Our community has lost a talented leader and medical professional. My thoughts and prayers are with her family! God Bless you all! Marion Hoffmann
Tami Henderson-Maring
June 29, 2006
Jessie was a wonderful role model for all young women. Her unselfish generosity, brilliant intelligence and ability to make everyone feel like you had known her all of your life will be missed.
Debbie Kinard-Saenz
June 29, 2006
Dr. Furlow was indeed a remarkable woman...She never believed herself to be better than anyone else.No matter where she was she knew you and had time to stop and talk.I had the honor of working with her at Gadsden Memorial and she was the ONLY doctor I ever saw cry when she lost a patient...Her sense of humor was priceless;her friendship beyond measure.Dr. Furlow was my matron of honor at my wedding 18 years ago. I can hear her now standing behind me crying and sniffling..I told her to stop that before I started and no one could hear the preacher!She was a doctor that put her patients ahead of herself. Even when she needed an oxygen tank to breathe she was still seeing patients! I know the people of Gadsden county were blessed to have been touched by this remarkable lady...God Bless You Dr. Jessie...
Sabrina F. Lockwood
June 28, 2006
I had the privelege of working with Dr. Furlow for 4 years, and never have I met a person more dedicated and willing to work beyond the call of duty. I will miss hearing your voice calling me "ms.prissy",you will always have a place in my heart. I will never forget you. You were truly an inspiration.
Sylnovia Rabb
June 28, 2006
I met Dr. Furlow about 23 years ago. She was a true friend to me and my family. I will truly miss her. Deepest sympathy to the Furlow family.
Denise Congleton
June 28, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Furlow's family at this time. I never had the chance to meet her, but have been told what a wonderful person she was. I am a TCC EMT student at this time, and have read the medical protocol book for the EMS service, that Dr. Furlow has written. May God Bless The Family At This Time.
Dianne Hood
June 28, 2006
To the family of Dr. Jessie Furlow, May God continue to keep and comfort you as only He can. It is always hard to let go of a loved one, no matter how young or old, but as long as you keep your love for her in your heart, she will always be close to you. She is with her heavenly Father now where she feels no pain or suffering. So cry as you must but remember weeping only endures for a night and joy comes in the morning, for that joyous day will come when you will meet her again. Just keep your eyes stayed on Jesus and remember His promise that he will never leave or forsake you. Dr. Furlow's life is her legacy. The legacy of a life well lived. Her memory will continue to live in the hearts and minds of all who knew her. To God be the Glory for all He allowed her to be.
June 28, 2006
You will be greatly missed Dr. Furlow by you neighbors next door!!!
Gasden County Health Dept.
TC & Theresa Cochran
June 28, 2006
Dr. Furlow,
We enjoyed every moment working with you & will miss you very much. You made such a difference by giving everything you had to your community. Thank you for touching our lives as well as so many others. You will never be forgotten.
Love, TC & Theresa Cochran
Monica Kenon
June 28, 2006
She was indeed a blessing to me in an event in my life where I needed help the most. My family and I or indeed thankful for her thoughtfulness. Although soft spoken this woman impact lives daily and will be missed. My prayers or with the family of Doctor Furlow.
Brenda Ganious-Smith
June 28, 2006
To the Family of Dr. Jessie V. Furlow:
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." And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes: and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
Roy and Linda Barnes
June 28, 2006
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time. Dr. Furlow was truly a remarkable woman.
Jeff and Ellen Lawson
June 28, 2006
Dr. Furlow was indeed a remarkable person and we are fortunate for having known her. You will be in our prayers.
LaVeria Sanders
June 28, 2006
With Deepest Sympathy
Soror LaVeria Sanders
Panama City, Florida
Kyya Zellars
June 28, 2006
May God keep you and your family in his hands always and forever.
Annie McGriFF-Trueblood
June 28, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jennifer Quash-Adams
June 28, 2006
I met Dr. Furlow as a member of the National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. in Orlando, FL and I knew that she was a special person because of all of the wonderful things that she had done for Gadsden County. She will truly be missed by all of the residents there.
Rest in peace my 'Hook-Up' sister.
Dolores C. Leffall
June 28, 2006
To the Family of Dr. Jessie Furlow,
We, the Leffall Family, wish to express our deepest sympathy at the passing of such a lovely individual. Jessie will always have a special place in our hearts. We especially remember the kindness and understanding that she showed our mother and will be forever grateful to Jessie for that. Jessie will be sorely missed.
We pray that God will keep you strong during this your hour of sorry and that eventually all of the wonderful memories of your loved one will sustain you. Our prayers are constantly with you.
LeAnn Alday
June 28, 2006
Dr. Furlow was a great woman as she will be greatly missed.
Tony Woods
June 28, 2006
I first met Dr. Furlow about 18 years ago and I worked for her for a year and a half at Gadsden County Citizens for Healthy Babies, when- ever I needed help she never turned me down, my family and I will miss Dr. Jessie as I used to call her, she was loving, giving and compassionate, it was a blessing knowing her and being her friend.
Deborah Summers
June 27, 2006
To the family of Dr. Jessie Furlow. Her awesome presence will be greatly missed. She was truly an earth angel and her compassion was contagious. Love, from her Hook-Up Sister,
Mayo Woodward
June 27, 2006
It was my honor to serve with Dr. Furlow in many capacities in Gadsden County. She was an advocate for the people of Gadsden County and will be sorely missed.
To the family, you are all in my prayers. May God bless you all. We were blessed with Dr. Furlows time with us.
Barbara Coulthurst
June 27, 2006
Jessie Furlow was one of the most remarkable women I have ever known on a personal and professional level. It was indeed a privilege to be associated with her these past 10 years as I served on the board of North Florida Medical Center. Her positive outlook and gentle spirit will be greatly missed. Our loss is Heaven's gain. I know that she and Sol are rejoicing with the angels. To her family I offer my sympathy and prayers.
Curtis Jeans
June 27, 2006
You will be truly missed by your friends from Memphis, TN and Lane College. We will always remember and Love You.
Dr.Wynetta Frazier
June 27, 2006
Jessie was a valued member of The
National Hook-up of Black Women,Inc.
She served as our Health committee
chairperson and lead our 300 members to improve our health and
we would improve our lives.She was
a sister in the human family because she loved and gave to all
that came into her life.She was also a friend."Mighty like a Rose
she touched us and as a result we
are blossoms of goodness.Thank
you Jessie ....We won't forget you!
Be at rest!
National President
Kathryn Gaines
June 27, 2006
Dr.Jessie Furlow was truly a brillant women. She wore many hats for many different people, but most of all for the members of our Camden- Philadelphia Chapter of NHBW she was our Hook-Up sister and she will be missed. May continue to bless her family with the faith and strength Jessie had.
Lenna Washington
June 27, 2006
Iam sending my prayers and condolences to the family of Dr Jessie V Furlow.
We Bless you and send love in your time of grief
Gloria C. Ramos, M.D.
June 27, 2006
The world was a better place because you were in it.You will surely be missed!
Goodbye my friend, until we see each other again.
Bettye Gavin
June 27, 2006
To the family of Dr.Jessie V. Furlow:
You are being kept close in heart at this difficult time. Please know my heartfelt thoughts and Prayers are with you each day.
Nita
June 27, 2006
Dr. Furlow will be missed, but never forgotten. There are people, whom she knew from afar, who will always cherish her memories . I realized with Dr. Furlow that you didn't always have to see her daily for her to acknowledge who you were. She was definitely a jewel to this community.
To the family, I send my love and pray that God gives you strength and courage to endure the pain of this great loss.
June 27, 2006
Dr. Furlow was a great contributor to the art of healing and the practice of medicine. She was the physician for my father when he was in the Hospice House. I will never forget the compassion she demonstrated to my family during that time. Dr. Furlow will be greatly missed.
With Deep Sympathy,
Estrellita H. Redmon, MD
Margaret Spradlin
June 27, 2006
I have had the honor of working with Dr. Furlow for the past five years. She will truly be missed by everyone. My lasting memory is of a lady in red dancing with Sol.
Chuck Eckel
June 27, 2006
Dr. Furlow had a heart for access to quality medical care for the underserved. She was a leader and a blessing to us at North Florida Medical Centers and the patients we serve.
Harold Knowles
June 27, 2006
It was my distinct honor and privilege to serve with Jessie on the Florida State University Board of Trustees. Her quiet, strong service to the Board will be missed.
To her family : godspeed.
Brenda Washington
June 27, 2006
I will keep the family of Dr. Furlow in my prayers doing this difficult time. Dr. Furlow have done good things for the people of Gadsden County. She will be missed.
Phyllis Woods
June 27, 2006
My condolences goes out to the family, of Dr. Furlow, She was my mentor, and friend. I worked with Dr, Furlow at Gadsden Memorial for seven years. I will always love and miss her dearly. My prayers to the family.
Don and Betty Porterfield
June 27, 2006
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lillie & Leroy Allen
June 27, 2006
with deepest and heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your love one.know that God will give you all the strenght and courage you need in a time like this.
Carolyn McGlamory-Neel
June 27, 2006
I had the honor of knowing Dr.Furlow for 24 years. She treated me and several of my family members through the years.
I also had the privilege of working with her for about 7-8 years of that time.
She was an angel on earth without a doubt.
She was the first to help anyone who needed help. There were no barriers with Dr.Furlow. If you could pay the doctor bill that was fine. If you couldn't, that was fine too. She turned no one away.
It is by the grace of God that she ended up in Gadsden county. That is where she was needed so very much.
We have lost a great one and none of us will soon forget.
I trust that immediately upon her passing there was a pair of angel wings awaiting her.
She was much loved and respected here on earth and I know in my heart that she will be much loved and respected in heaven.
We will miss you Dr.J.
We all love you.
Thank you for everything you did to make life in Gadsden county better.
Love,
Carolyn
La' Verne Brinson- Beckwith
June 27, 2006
Dr. Furlow was involved in the care of so many of my clients in the Gadsden County area. They all seen her as a very professional and caring physician. She will be missed very much.
My prayers goes out to all of her family and love ones during this sorrowful time in their lives.
MARIE BUTLER
June 27, 2006
TO THE FAMILY OF MS. FURLOW:
ALTHOUGH I DID NOT KNOW JESSIE, I SHARE IN YOUR LOSS. FROM THE ARTICLE I COULD SEE THAT SHE WAS A REMARKABLE LADY. GOD HAS ALREADY BLESSED ALL WHO'S LIVES SHE HAS TOUCHED JUST BY KNOWING HER. I WISH I HAD BEEN ONE OF THOSE. AS A FORMER LIFE RESIDENT OF CHATTAHOOCHEE, I SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF.
Sandy
June 27, 2006
I thank Dr Furlow for being my past Doctor and helping me with my pain and my illness. I wish for her family peace and comfort during this hard time.
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