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for Joy Dougherty
Martha Bryant
September 22, 2008
Pastor Bill and Family,
My heart is saddened by the Homegoing of Joy. Our loss is Heaven gain. I loved that lady very much. She was always there for me at First Baptist Church of Aston with smiles, hugs and prayers. My prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you all.
Sandy Furbush
September 14, 2008
Dear Dougherty Family,
My heart was saddened by the news of Miss Joy's passing. I was privileged and blessed to meet her during my years at First Baptist Church in Aston, Pa. My fondest memory of her was during one of our ladie's retreats and her and Tami presented a wonderful lesson that day where her daughter shot the fiery darts of the devil at her. Just this past summer I used that scenario to show a group of children at the Salvation Army in Annapolis, MD their need to put on the whole armor of God and thought of Miss Joy. God's word is so true when it states that only what we do for the Lord will last. What a blessing she has been in the lives of these children 20 yrs. later. And lastly, my young children were so entertained by Mr. Bill when he preached from our pulpit in Aston. May God continue to use your family to further His kingdom.
Angela Knight
September 9, 2008
Dear Dougherty family,
Miss Joy meant so much to me. I did not know her for a long time but she was ALWAYS there for me. She was a true picture of a pastor's wife. I know now she has met my daddy & sister that have gone on before me & they suffer no more. I love y'all & thank God for you.
Steve Piercey
September 7, 2008
Thank God for Miss Joy. I'm so sorry that you and she suffered such pain recently. May the Lord make his presence known to you (all of you) in very special ways over the the next few days and weeks. You are in our prayers. Steve, Valerie, Josiah and Imani Piercey
Nancy Herring Turner
September 5, 2008
Brother Dougherty,
My family and I thank God for Joy and you. I cherish the memories of you as my Youth Pastor at Beaver Street Baptist Church. Joy was such a beautiful and giving person. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Love in Christ,
Nancy Herring Turner
MARTI MILLER
September 5, 2008
dear bill and family i am truly sorry for your loss. i know how you all feel i just lost my dad this past april. to cancer too. so i will keep you all in my prayers may god bless you all at this time in need. yours truly marti miller i used to go to your church. i was a member.
Jennifer Robbins
September 5, 2008
It's never easy to say good-bye but praise God we have our hope in Him and we can be comforted knowing that one day we will see our loved ones again. My mom thought the world of Miss Joy (as we all did) and although I truly feel your heartache, I couldn't help but smile when I pictured my mom (Gloria) and Miss. Joy worshiping at the feet of Jesus. Your family is on my mind and in my prayers.
MARTI MILLER
September 5, 2008
im sorry for your loss may the lord be with you all at a time like this she will be gladly missed...... i used to be a memeber there at their church
Brian & Kristi Boudreau
September 5, 2008
Miss Joy will be greatly missed. She was truly an inspiration to many people.
Thomas Woodard
September 5, 2008
Bill and Family,
I miss Joy and enjoyed talking to her durring hard times. I wanted to see you all but things here have keepme away. I love ya'll and hope to hear from all of ya.
Tommy
Cynthia Webb (Cheshire)
September 5, 2008
Our deepest sympathy. May the Lord comfort you at this time.
Pam & Tom Walden
September 3, 2008
Pastor Dougherty & Family,
We are not sure we can convey to you & your family our deep sadness at the loss of "Miss Joy". For years she was an inspiration to us. We felt honored to know her, and to be a witness to the ultimate example of a strong, ever faithful Christian woman. She was simply put: unwavering faith, grace, compassion, and a perfect picture of God's love to all of us around her. She most certainly has brought "joy" to heaven with her presence, but has left a void in our hearts here on earth. As I type this, I can see her smile, and know that she is basking in the light and love of her heavenly Father. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and know that we love you.
James E, Dunn/reitred JSO
September 3, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ron and Helen Coggins
September 3, 2008
Brother Dougherty and Family,
Ron and I send our deepest sympathy to you all. What great fond memories we have of Joy! Heaven is surely getting sweeter all the time. Love in Christ
Ron and Helen Coggins
Russ & Judy Ackerman
September 3, 2008
Sweet Joy! Heaven rejoices in her arrival as our hearts are saddened..we will miss her sweet smiles, hugs and encouragement. Our memories are so precious throughout the years - going to your home after church on Sunday nights, Joy and Bill in our wedding, fishing, just so many precious memories that we will always treasure. We continue to pray for your family, knowing that God will meet all your needs and enfold you in His loving arms and give you the strength you will need in the days ahead. God bless you.
Jerry and Linda Johnson
September 3, 2008
May God bless your family and give you the comfort and peace that only He can. Our prayers are with you.
Eddie Wilkinson
September 3, 2008
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one. I met Joy at summer camp when she was still a teenager and a member of a church in Winter Haven. We attended Baptist Bible College together and I knew her very well. She was a wonderful, unique person who always put other people first. I am sure that your family has been blessed to have shared your lives with this caring person. Your loss is heaven's gain.
God bless and comfort you through this time in your lives.
Sarah Snowball
September 3, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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