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MIRIAM STAPLES KERSEY

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Trinity Preparatory School University of Georgia

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MIRIAM KERSEY Obituary

MIRIAM STAPLES
KERSEY, 57
Landscape Architect

ORLANDO - Mrs. Miriam Staples Kersey, age 57, a resident of Orlando passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2012 at the Florida Hospital Orlando due to lung cancer.
Mrs. Kersey was born September 30, 1954 in Macon, GA, and had been a resident of Orlando since 1958. She was a landscape architect and graduated from University of Georgia with a masters degree.
She is survived by her husband James W. "Jim" Kersey of Orlando and formerly of Auburndale; 2 sons Alex (Ashley) Kersey and Graham Kersey all of Orlando; her parents James & Martha Staples of Winter Park and her brother Dr. Mark (Nancy) Staples of Gainesville.
Memorial Services will be held at 4:30 PM Sunday August 5, 2012 at the Orlando Museum of the Arts, 2416 North Mills Avenue, Orlando, FL. Arrangements by Kersey Funeral Home, Auburndale.

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Published by The Ledger on Aug. 3, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for MIRIAM KERSEY

21 Entries

Ted Mayberry

July 11, 2013

I renewed my fondness for Miriam at the reunion party at Molly Bush's lake house. That bright and lovely smile and disposition she had at Trinity Prep never left her. It is that same wonderful soul that brightens Heaven now. God Bless you Miriam and all your family.

Jim Mills

May 1, 2013

Jim,
Buried my dad in Auburndale yesterday. David updated me on everyone. Sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you all the best in the future. Remembering all the good times growing up in Auburndale.

Randy Moore

April 28, 2013

They say the worst thing that can happen is for a parent to outlive their children... The second worse thing must be for a Teacher to outlive their students... Miriam was a joy to Teach and her gentle grace and happy countenance brightened the halls of Trinity Prep continuously. Miriam always had a kind word for those around her and was a genuine leader among her classmates. Miriam's and her older brother, Mark's, contributions to Trinity Preparatory School of Florida were manyfold and helped to lay the ground work for it's continuing success as a nationally recognized educational institution. Miriam's legacy lives on but its very sad to know such a vibrant force for good is no longer with us. Please accept my sincere (belated) condolences. Randy Moore, Teacher, Trinity Prep, 1968-1974. From: Thailand.

Bonnie Osgood

September 5, 2012

Miriams talent, grace, beauty, and humor, will never be forgotten. Remembering "Bubbas" and "Bubba Moms" and the fun times together.

Carolyn Davidson

August 18, 2012

Such a lovely lady, intelligent, kind, funny and so beautiful in every way. I miss her. I am so glad for the time I knew her. Dear Miriam, I hope you're playing with Sparky & Odysseus even as I write.

randy nault

August 15, 2012

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Kathie Gale McBroom

August 9, 2012

I was a friend of Miriam's since ninth grade...we met at Trinity. Miriam was 10 days older than me.
I spoke at her Celebration of Life...
It is very hard to come to the realization that Miriam is no longer around. But my memories and the memories of those who knew her will be around forever. She was a very unique, wonderful, special friend...Love you, Miriam

Molly Pflueger

August 9, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you all ....our world seems less bright without Miriam in it but Heaven must be glowing very brightly with her prescense there.....Miriam glowed both on the inside and the outside because of who she was and will always be. Her life was cut too short but Miriam lived a full life and gave to all around her more than several life times worth ...she will live on in my heart and within all of those who knew her. Miriam and I were friends in high school at Trinity Prep. When I think back to those days Miriam is the one who stands out for how kind and loving she was to everyone around her....especially to me :) You were and are truly blessed to have such a lady for your wife, Mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin......she is surely watching over you all right now.
Love, Molly

Fadwa

August 7, 2012

To the family of Miriam Staples Kersey,
I'm sorry for your loss and hope that God will comfort you all during this difficult time. Now you have a wonderful Guardian Angel up in Heaven looking down on you by the name of Miriam. God Bless.

debbe king

August 5, 2012

Miriam's light will continue to shine at the OMA.....I thank the Council of 101 for allowing me to know such a wonderful woman

Deborah Marsiano

August 5, 2012

Jim, Sons and Kersey Family, May God grant you Love, Support and Peace during your loss. Countless of us are So much Better for having known your Wife and Mother... "Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always."

Gertie Walker

August 4, 2012

My sincere sympathy to the Staples-Kersey family. You will be remembered in my prayers.

Debbie

August 3, 2012

Heaven has opened its gates and arms to another one of my dear sweet friends. RIP my friend you will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

the Maharaj Family

August 3, 2012

Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family now and always.
Your family is very important to all of us.

Rosetta Cudazzo

August 3, 2012

Our sincere condolences to the family. Miriam, along with her dear husband Jim, were frequent guests at Adriatico Trattoria. She was always the quentesential model of grace and elegance. We will miss you.

Anne-Marie Knauf

August 2, 2012

Dear Mark, Nancy and all the Staples-Kersey family, Dan and I send our deepest sympathy.

August 1, 2012

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Helen Lerner

August 1, 2012

Dear Mr. Kersey and family,
We send you our deepest sympathies. We remember meeting you, Miriam and your two sons during the years that the boys played violin with our son Foster. Miriam gave endless hours to our symphony group and worked with Mr. Jonathan May and other musicians. We also understand that her work at the design of the landscaping of Lake Buena Vista is something that will forever be in our community as a reminder of her talent. She was a giver in so many ways and she will always be remembered for the many ways that she touched each one of us. She will definately be in charge of the violins in the music section of heaven when we see her again.
Helen, Chris and Foster Lerner, Orlando

Kathy Marble

August 1, 2012

Martha, I am saddened to hear of your loss. I remember Miriam as a young girl, always full of life and fun to be around. Prayers for you and your family.

Leslie Weeks Truluck

August 1, 2012

A truly good, loving and accepting person. Miriam will be missed by many.

Anita Carlsson Trout

August 1, 2012

So sad to hear this news. Miriam was always a light of beauty and cheer each time you saw her. I don't know anyone who ever met her that wasn't touched by her kindness. What a blessing she was to so many and a great role model. You will be sorely missed.

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