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for Maya Ingram
Jeremy Clarke
December 29, 2004
Earska & Rositta we are at a loss to say anything of true comfort in a time of horrible tragedy. I can only say trust in God and he can deliver your heavy hearts. She was a beautiful girl with such an uplifting spirit.
CRYSTAL JOHNSON
December 22, 2004
Earsha, I would like to offer you and your family my deepest condolences during this difficult time. In time things will slowly get easier. My prayers are with you.
William Burnett
December 21, 2004
Rositta,
I can never ever express the words to say how sorry I am that Maya is not with you. You both shared everything. Rositta you are strong and I know that as the days go by, things will get easier. When you're feeling down and out, I want you to remember all of the good times you two shared. Remember that she is in a far better place enjoying that eternal life that we all wish to achieve.
I never got the chance to know Maya or see all of the wonderful things that I have heard. I feel that one day as we all leave this earth one by one, I will have that opportunity of truly meeting one of God's most joyous little angels.
Maya, I know that your mother and father will greatly miss you but there will be a time in another place where everyone will rejoice again.
I will always be here for you and your family. LOVE AND PEACE!!!!!
Laura Whitley
December 20, 2004
I just can't tell you how very moved I am by the loss of your precious little angel. I can't imagine the pain, the loss, you must be just in pieces. Why do these things happen, why this great loss to everyone. My prayers are with you and your family. Your daughter has touched hearts all over the nation.
Tammy Williams
December 20, 2004
GODS FLOWER GARDEN
It's hard to lose the ones we love,
To see them pass away:
The sweetest and the kindest gone,
While others are left to stay.
But if we had a garden
With roses fair and bright,
We'd often pick the loveliest
And think it to be just right.
And so it is with Jesus
In his heavenly garden here:
He often picks the fairest flower,
The one we love so dear.
The flowers picked by him
Will never fade away;
We know they'll live forever
And we'll see them some sweet day.
With Our Deepest Sympathy,
The A-K Class of 1985
Joyce Baker
December 20, 2004
To Ingram Family,
There are no words that will comfort you at this time. But remember that God will speak to your heart and never leave you. You must lean on each other and put your hands in God's.
Be Bless
Joyce Baker
Sherry (Balser) Martz
December 20, 2004
Please accept our heartfelt sorrow and sympathy in your loss of precious, little Maya. I wish we could have known her; from everything we have heard, Maya was all that is good and light. I know there are no words that will comfort you, but please know we are praying for you and hope that God will bring you strength and healing.
With love and sympathy,
Sherry, Scott and Kelly Martz
Connie Blackwell Jackson
December 20, 2004
I didn't have the opportunity to meet your little angel. However, I'd only heard precious things about her. I pray that God will bring understanding to you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Tangee Massey-Jones
December 19, 2004
Rositta & Family
It's with great sadness I sign your guestbook. Rositta, I can't explain the sadness I currently feel for you and your family and pray that the lord will strengthen you during this time. May God bless you today and forever. I never met your angel but if she was like you, she was someone truly special. My prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless,
Tangee' Massey-Jones (VSU)
Tia Fuller
December 19, 2004
To Earska Jr,
Its been since Henrico High days since I've seen you but I send you this message as my heart goes out to you & your family in this difficult time. Please put all of your pain in God's hand & He Will carry you through this sadden time. Hold on to your joyous memories of your precious Maya & keep in your hearts that you will see her again. From my family to yours God bless.
Michell and Bill Brown
December 19, 2004
Rosita and Erska,
Words cannot express the empathy Bill and I share with you and your family. Our prayers are that God will strenghthen your hearts each day and that Gods peace will consume your hearts and mind as you bear this time of grief over the loss of your daughter. I pray that the two of you will find the strength to look up, because the sun will shine again.
Be blessed Bill and Michelle Brown.
Shawn Sampson
December 19, 2004
Today I was going to the store, I was caught in traffic at a street on Meadowbridge by a funeral possession. I sat there and watched many, many cars pass by and I thought, someone has gone and it's obvious they were well loved. Then, in front of me passed a horse drawn carriage with a little tiny casket that was so beautiful I just could not take my eyes off of it. I began to cry as it rolled away. I thought, in all my haste to get through traffic I was forced to sit still for this moment. God allowed me an opportunity to say good bye to an angel that I did not not know by face nor name. I could feel her sweetness as she passed by. I am so sorry for your loss, the pain you feel at this time pales to nothing I have ever known, But just know that everyone who had a chance to know your angel in person where the luckiest people in the world. I feel honored to have gotten just a moment in her prescence.
May God keep you close and my deepest prayers will go out to you (MoM and Dad) of this angel.
Nichele Watson
December 18, 2004
Mr.and Mrs.Ingram,
Please know that you and your family have been, and will continue to be in my prayers daily. God is an Awesome God, and he and only he and time can ease the pain you feel. Please trust in him and believe in him as I know you do, and you will see.
Love,
Nichele Watson,(friend of Rositta) Vivian Crump(Past Teacher of Rositta) and Family
Tonya Scroggin
December 18, 2004
Dear Ivette and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Tonya and David Scroggin
Tonya Nutall
December 18, 2004
My prayers are with you and your family.
Betty Speaks
December 18, 2004
Mr. & Mrs. Ingram,
My heart is definitely aching with you and your family. Fore the most part, I had a sleepless night after being hit with this heartbreaking news. I embrace you with my agape love and anoint you with my Godly prayers.
In Him,
~Betty B. Speaks
Virginia Randolph Chapter
Life is pleasant. Death is peaceful. It's the transition that's troublesome
-- Jimi Hendrix
Yolanda Archer
December 18, 2004
Rositta, Earska Jr., & Family
May you feel the presence of God more than ever during this trying time. Our prayers are with you. Please know we are here for you.
Love Always,
Frank, Joan, Yolanda, Cecelia, Lisa, and TiaShane Archer
Beverly Thrower Sims
December 17, 2004
To Gwen and Earska, Keep that love for Maya in your hearts and always remember your Angel. Grandparents are special people and Maya had the opportunity to know that. My thoughts and prayers are with you and her parents. "Only God knows". Prayerfully...
LaWanda Booker
December 17, 2004
To Rosita and family: I wish I had the opportunity to meet Maya. I know if she was anything like her mother, she was truly a blessing. Rosita we have had some wonderful, fun times together. You have always been by my side. I want you to know that Booker and I are very sadden about your little angle. We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers. Please know that we are alway here for you. God Bless!!!
Carolyn Opoku-Amankwah
December 17, 2004
Rositta and Earska,
My prayers and heart felt sympathy are with you.I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I love you dearly and Maya will be missed.
I will always be here for you. I know there isn't anything anyone can do to help you through this; but just know I'm lifting you up in prayer daily. Love Carolyn (Harris) Opoku-Amankwah
Donald & Beverly Plummer
December 17, 2004
Mr.& Mrs. Ingram....
God loves you and He cares..."We enjoyed all the times we've shared with your "MAYA"...truly, she was a great joy and delight.
May you TWO always remember...
"She is resting in the arms of the Lord." If you need us ... you know how to reach us..."We will keep you and your family in our Prayers"
Love The Plummers
Minister Beverly Gates-Plummer
December 17, 2004
To Rowe and Ingram......
Words can't express ..Only Prayer and Time can Heal........ The Time She shared with you will be with you always...Cherish and Remember "God is still in control"
Psalms 55 vs 22 "Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall substain thee: he shall never suffer the rightous to be moved" May the Lord keep you in his care!
Love Always Minister Beverly Gates- Plummer
Karen Jones
December 17, 2004
Rositta and Earska,
My most heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family as we all share in the loss of your daughter. We may never fully understand what took place at that moment, however it has been said over and over that Our Master has a bigger and better plan for each and every one of us. Words will not bring Maya back, but time will heal. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of each other.
Karen Carter Jones and Family
Chris, Lisa & Montonique Beasley
December 17, 2004
In our deepest sympathy, we only knew little Maya for a short time, but it seem like as though she was a part of our family. This really did touch our family and may God be with her family during this time of need.
LINNITA DANDRIDGE
December 17, 2004
To The Ingram Family, know that others share your grief and we will continue to pray for you.
Linnita Dandridge and family
David Woods Sr.
December 17, 2004
Dear Mr.& Mrs. Ingram,
My family and I are deeply saddened by your loss.Nothing I could say could ease your pain and sorrow.Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
The Woods Family
Vicky and Roger Lyle
December 17, 2004
Earska and Family,
The world was a better place for having your granddaughter/daughter in it. May God give you strength in the coming days. We will remember you in our prayers.
Valerie Dingle
December 17, 2004
I know this is a trying time for you both; but look to the hills for your strength, your strength cometh from the LORD! This will take some time for you to heal, but GOD will bring you thru. My prayers are with you always.
Chawanda & Ricky Glaspie
December 17, 2004
Dear Gwen, Earska, & Family,
We are deeply sadden by the loss of your precious grand-daughter, Maya. You are in our thoughts & prayers...and may God give you strength during this difficult time.
Valerie Brooks
December 17, 2004
God Bless each and every one of you.
My prayers are with you.
Cheryl Snyder
December 17, 2004
Ms. Beavers & Family,
May God continue to wrap his loving arms around you and your family in this time of grief and sorrow. Ms. Beavers, you tutored my son in September 1991 while our family was going through a crisis. You were an inspiration to us and we are very saddened to hear of your loss. Keep the faith and know that our loving Father will never let you down.
Cheryl, Justin, Jessica & Jordan Snyder
Renisha Smith
December 17, 2004
I greeted Maya every morning when she came into school. I will miss seeing her sweet face and spending time with her. May God bless you and your family to have strength through this a most difficult time. I would like to dedicate this poem to you.
A Little Reminder
(In loving memory of Maya)
I was a child born
Brand new
Here from heaven
to learn from you
How to love
How to play
How to handle the darkest days
Sometimes I made mistakes
and you let me know that was okay
Although I have gone home to my Father,
don't cry Mama, I'm still here
Brand new
To remind you
How to love
How to play
How to handle your darkest days
How to live God's way
I'll be waiting for you.
Shannon Jones
December 17, 2004
Erska and Rosita,
May the peace of the Lord strengthen your minds and hearts. My prayers are with you and your family daily.
Joyce Newsome
December 17, 2004
To Earska and Gwen, Earska Jr. and Rositta and the entire Ingram Family:
You are all in our prayers as you endure this particular time in your life. Always remember Maya's sweet angelic smile.
We love you -
Robert and Joyce Newsome
Bellemeade Civic Association
December 17, 2004
The members of the Bellemeade Civic Association wish to express our heartfelt sympathies to your family during you time of distress. Take comfort in knowing God will take care of you.
Jeanne Hill
December 17, 2004
To the Ingram Family (Ivette). I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. Although I never met Maya, I've had the pleasure of knowing her aunt Ivette and meeting her mother Rositta and I'm sure she was just as loving as they are. My heart goes out to the entire family in this time of need. Though it may be hard we all know she is in a much better place now.
Stay strong and God bless.
Jeanne Hill and Family
Shelby Latney
December 17, 2004
Earska,
I am so very saddend to hear about the passing of your daughter. Please know that you, your wife and family are in my prayers. May you find comfort God and your friends.
~Shelby (Barber) Latney (Lou's sister).
Keith & Pansey Barner
December 17, 2004
To the Ingram family with deepest sympathy. May God give you the strength and comfort to make it through this very difficult time, and may your hearts be filled with happy memories of little Maya. May God Bless each and every one of you.
linda dolan
December 17, 2004
Dear Ingram Family,
Maya was such a special child. I am a better person for having known her. I will never forget her, she will live in my heart.
December 17, 2004
The Ingram Family:
On behalf of the nurses at MCV, I extend my greatest condolences. We were all affected by your tragedy and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
-The nurses at MCV Hospital
Sheronda Tweedy-Campbell
December 17, 2004
Roasita,
Our Family is so sadden to hear about the lost of your Angel, Just know that you and your family are in our prayers.
Sheronda, Mousey & Evelyn
Carolyn Massenburg Black
December 17, 2004
Rositta, Joyce and Family:
Our prayers are with you all at your time of sorrow. I wish it was something I could do just to ease the pain. God has it all in control. He will comfort and keep all of you in His loving arms along with all of our prayers. Maya will truly be missed by all who loved and knew her. May God Bless each and everyone of you!!
Carolyn, Henry, Rhonda and Robin
Dr. James & Corintha Barber
December 17, 2004
To The Ingram Family
Bernard and I are very sadden by the passing of Maya, but God loved her more and he was ready for her to come home.
Here is a Pome for the family.
ON THE WINGS OF PRAYER
Just Close your eyes and open your heart
And feel your worries and cares depart,
Just yield yourself to the Father above
And let Him hold your secure in His love,
For the heart is a temple when God is there
As we place ourselves in his loving care,
And when he hears our prayers by answering each one
We pray in His name "Thy Will Be Done"
And the burdens that seemed to heavy to bear
Are lifted away on
"The Wings of Prayer"
Love to All with God's Blessings,
(Cousins)
Steve Vangel
December 16, 2004
My family and I express our deepest sympothy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you the strength to face each day ahead and peace be with you always.
Zachary Venable
December 16, 2004
To Maya's Mommy..I miss her. She was my friend. I'll see her again and give her a hug...Love, Zachary Cole Venable
Vicki Cangelosi
December 16, 2004
Rosita,
Everyone at Maya's school was so blessed to have had her our lives. Everybody here loves her deeply and will hold her close in our hearts forever. We will make sure her memory lives on in every child here..Love, Vicki Cangelosi
Tonia Sharpe
December 16, 2004
Rositta,
You and I became good friends many years ago. We have had many good times together(laughing and hanging out). I only had the pleasure of meeting Maya only once but I realized at that very moment she was very special! I want you to know that you and Ingram are in our prayers. Devron and I are here if you'll need us, don't hesitate to call.
Tonia
Andre Rhone
December 16, 2004
Rosita,
My deepest sympathy for you and your family, My prayers are with you.
Rhone
Kineka Berry
December 16, 2004
To the Ingram Family:
You are all in my prayers.
Sharon Holman
December 16, 2004
Rosita,
It's been a long time since I've seen or spoken to you.We were friends for many years and I have never forgotten you.I have erased this message over and over again trying to find the right words and I realize that nothing I say will bring you much comfort,but please know that distance and time never outruns love. My heart is truly with you. You have been in my mind and prayers since I heard the news.I know I can't physically be there for you, but my arms are around you.Maya is such a blessing that GOD has bigger things in store for her.Please continue to be faithful and know that even though these days may seem unbearable, GOD's love is everlasting and he will never leave or forsake you. I love you.
Sharon D. Watson Holman
Sharon Holman
December 16, 2004
An angel so beautifully disguised she was....
Sent to us just because...
The Lord knew we needed a hand...
So he sent Miss Maya with his master plan...
To help us straighten out our life...
To do away with all the pain and strife...
And once he knew her job was done...
He returned her back to heaven boasting the victory was won...
Although her job on earth seems over...
From Heaven she will always be watching over you Earska Jr. & Rosita...
With Love,
Sharon D. Watson Holman
Dale Clarke, Chiane & Dwayne Hicks and Ashley Pleasants
December 15, 2004
To the Ingram Family,
On behalf of my family, I would like to express our heartfelt sympathy to each of you. We know that Tracey and our mom/grandma have helped to welcome Maya into Heaven. She is in good hands now and we know we will all see her on the other side. May God Bless and Strengthen each of you.
Mazie Fegans
December 15, 2004
To the Ingram Family,(Ivette), I'm sure that I speak for many here at MCV, our hearts were sadden to hear of your lost: "May God Bless and Be with you.
Your MCV Family
(Mazie)
Oscar "OJ" Holmes IV
December 15, 2004
Rosita and family,
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. There aren't any words that I can say to express my deepest sympathy, but may God continue to bless you and help you through this time. Please don't hesistate to contact me for anything. With love,
Michelle & Maurice Brooks
December 15, 2004
The Ingram Family...
Our hearts are truly saddened by your lost. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time and always.
Love,
Chell & Reese
Carol Beecher
December 15, 2004
Earska and family, Both BB and I are deeply saddened by your terrible loss. Carol Beecher
LaVar Lewis
December 15, 2004
MY PRAYERS GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THE INGRAMS' FAMILY
Sonja Willis
December 15, 2004
Rosita,
My prayers are with you and your family. I pray that God comforts you during this difficult time of sorrow.
Andrea Peyton-Sharpe
December 15, 2004
To Rosita, Erskine and family, our heartfelt prayers are with you today and always. She was an Angel just passing through and now has been called to her Heavenly home. We are all on this journey, it just takes some of us longer to complete this journey than others. Her duties were well done here and she has made her impressions on us all. Let God continue to lead us on our journey and we will rejoin your little Angel again one day. God bless you both your family members.
Your Extended Family,
The Sharpes
Devron, Tonia, Jerry, Jay and Andrea Sharpe
Robert Hancock
December 15, 2004
My deepest and heartfelt prayers go out to your family in your time of sorrow.
Deborah Mapp
December 15, 2004
To the Ingram Family:
It is with God's help that I say to you"Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal". God knows what each of you are feeling and He alone can ease your pain. Cast all of your cares upon Him for he knows what it is like to lose a Child, for He gave His only Son so that we can have eternal life. Please know that Jesus has Maya in His arms, shielding her from all of life's harms. May The peace of God, that passes all understanding comfort and keep each of you, not only now, but always. My prayers are with you.
Kara Jones Cobb
December 15, 2004
To Rosita & Family- On behalf of the Cobb family I would like to express our heartfelt sympathy in the time of your sorrow. God Bless you and your family.
Sincerely,
Kara (Jones) Cobb
Cathy Hobson
December 15, 2004
Earska Ingram and Family:
I am saddened to hear of the loss of your precious granddaughter. My prayer for you is that God gives you His peace during this time when your hearts are so heavy. And know that He is able to do just that, and it will be sufficient. God Bless!
Cathy Chavis-Williams
December 15, 2004
Maya was truly an angel sent from God. She touched my life and I will always remember her. My prayer is that God will give you the peace and comfort that you need during this difficult time in your life.
Arnica James
December 15, 2004
My Thoughts and Prayers are with your family during this untimely loss.
Eddie & Raquel Lundy
December 15, 2004
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of Maya. May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you & your family.
Eddie, Raquel, Lydia & Diamond.
Charmaine Richardson
December 15, 2004
May you find comfort and strength in your memories. You will be in my prayers.
Sharon Holman
December 15, 2004
The Ingram Family,
I was distressed to hear of little Maya's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Love,
Sharon D. Watson Holman
Stafford & Renae Shaw and Family
December 15, 2004
We were so deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Maya. Our hearts are breaking for you. Maya will truly be missed in our family. Maya was so full of energy and such a special little girl. Maya touched everyone that she met in a very special way. I’m sure that each person that had the opportunity to know our Maya can tell a very special moment that they shared with her. Please know that we are here for you every step of the way. Our prayers are with you at this very difficult moment. May God Bless You.
Shane Anderson
December 15, 2004
It is with deep heartfelt sympathy that I write this note to a long time friend of mine. My heart aches for your family in this time of sorrow. May you find hope in knowing that you will be in our prayers daily as we call on the Comforter to come and help you. May you one day realize that we are all on loan from God and that He knows what best for us, even when we don't understand. May God bless you both.
From the Staff of Chiles Funeral Home
December 15, 2004
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Janice Tepper
December 14, 2004
Maya will always be in our hearts. You have touched our lives in many ways. I was looking forward to having you in my class. All of us at The Goddard School miss you greatly. May Your Light Shine on Your Family and Friends and May Your Smile Be Forever in Our Hearts.
With Love, Always, Ms. Janice (YP, Zany Zebras)
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