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Laura Edwards
January 6, 2024
Now it has been over 51 years that we married, and 16 years since you left me to met our God in heaven. It has been a rough road for our kids and I do know you try to help guide them with the things they remember of you and your lessons. I hope you and God keep a watchful eye on them still. Maybe check in on me once in a while. I love and miss you, but Rick is a God sent since I took on raising our Great Grandson - been a little rough every now and then. Love and miss you dearly, you will always have a big piece of my heart. Love your wife/widow of 51 years.
Laura Edwards
December 28, 2022
In a few days it would have been our 50th anniversary. But God had other plans. You´re still in my heart a piece of you will always be there. It´s also coming up on your 15 th anniversary of leaving this earth! I will always love you Ted, but life goes on.
Chad Edwards
August 16, 2020
Happy Birthday Dad, you would have turned 75 today and not a day goes by that I don’t think about you. We love and miss you very much. The kids are getting bigger and so am I. Mom’s worried I’m going to be visiting you soon if I don’t lose this weight and get my heart in order. I don’t think that’s the case I’m not ready to leave my kids and my Brandi quite yet! Thinking of you this morning on your special day and just wanted to let you know that I love you and miss you....Chad
Laura Edwards
April 17, 2019
Hey there sweet man... hope you & Big Dave welcomed Bobby into the gates of heaven along with God... he was a brave soul and suffered the last several years here on earth. I will miss his laugh and calling him on his birthday every year and getting my call from him... God bless and keep you all safe in his arms ... Love you always.
Laura Edwards
February 27, 2017
Hey there sweet man, I hope you're preparing room for Big Dave he's going to be joining you soon... I was hoping it wasn't going to happen so quickly but he seems ready like you were when it was time. It's just a little sad & heart renching to have him leave us here on earth. I know I'm a little selfish to wish he could stay a little longer but there are a lot of us here that feel the same way, so I don't feel so bad . They're giving him 30 days. I just hope he can last a little longer so he can get the things done he wants to get done. Anyway I was just letting you know although you probably already knew... I love you & keep you in my heart always. Chad gets a little emotional when he speaks to the big guy, although he's not so big anymore. God has blessed us totally, I know you're watching over me along with mom & dad. One day we will be together again but not in the near future I pray. Again, love you!
Laura Edwards
December 29, 2016
Our 44th Anniversary is just around the corner... I can't believe I've been a married woman that long, even if you had to leave me you're still right here in my heart... Rick has stolen a large piece of that heart that once belonged to only you, but you have never been known as a selfish man, and I know you've welcomed him into your heavenly thoughts. We talk of you & Dagmar hitting it off in heaven. I do hope you've found her too! One my way to the bowling alley, as always... I laughs when I think of your leaving this earth, it wasn't on a bowling night just as you promised.... I love you always.
Laura Edwards
June 11, 2016
Ted don't encourage him to see you before me... His kids really need him. We do miss you so much, your wise words of encouragement, knowledge of life, skills on life experiences... I miss you too, Rick was a God sent from you & God. He loves your kids as if his own, Crystal worries us both, but I pray she has finally seen the light after this last episode in her life. I love & miss you daily, but life has gone on for me with you in my heart forever. My heart, thank God is big enough for you & Rick. R.I.P My Love!
Chad Edwards
March 29, 2016
Dad I missed your call this morning singing happy birthday to me. It's hard to believe that you've been gone for 8 very long years. I still watch the home movies or moment stretchers just to hear your voice or see you again. You helped mold me into the person I am and I wanted to just say thank you and I miss you terribly. I will always love you until the day I die. See you soon Dad... Chad
Laura Edwards
September 13, 2015
Thinking of you right now!
Laura Edwards
August 23, 2015
Hey my love, I still miss your great smile & our talks. Rick is great & I honestly think you directed him to me. Hope you had a heavenly birthday in the home of the lord. We all here on earth miss you terribly. I'm enjoying my life right now as you would have wanted. Still haven't spent one of your birthdays at home since you left but I will someday. As you know Rick & I both talk to you regularly. I will always have a place in my heart for you. Love your loving wife.
Chad Edwards
August 16, 2015
Dad, wow to think you would've been 70 years old today. Not a moment in each and every day goes by since you lost your fight for life and began your pain free journey that I don't think about you. I wonder how you might have handled situations differently than I did. I talk to you and reflect on the lessons in life that you tried to teach me to get the answers that I was looking for. I know that I have made many mistakes in my life, and I'm sure I have more to come, but I just hope that I can be half of the dad that you were for me. I love you and I thank you for choosing me to be your only son. I hope that I am making you proud, and that if you were here you would be proud to say that I'm your son. Thank you for the lessons in life, love, plumbing, family, and fatherhood. Happy Birthday Dad I love and miss you so very much.... Chad Edwards
Chad Edwards
August 16, 2014
Happy birthday Dad, you would've been 69 years old today. I love you and not a day goes by that I don't think about you.
The family since you left. It's grown a lot
Laura Edwards
February 4, 2014
Chad Edwards
January 25, 2014
I love you Dad :-)
Chad Edwards
January 5, 2014
Wow DAD, I can't believe you've been gone now for six years. I can still close my eyes and hear you telling me that I need to work harder and stop sitting around watching t.v.and movies. Lol well if you could only see me now I've become you in a lot of ways. I work out in the field 10-12 hours then come home tired but see that the only way that anything will get done around here is if I do it myself. As you always said it's not going to get done by it's self. And can't never did do anything. So here I sit thinking about you as I clean a florescent light that we had in our office that caught fire. I love you DAD and I wish you could be here now to see all of the new faces to our ever growing family. I now have another son his name is Cadence Brown Edwards. This is it for me on kids I've got 8 now. That's enough. I love you DAD and I'll see you soon. Keep a spot warm for me up there..... Chad
Crystal Muir
October 3, 2013
I miss you daddy! :-) always in my heart & soul YLBG!
Chad Edwards
October 2, 2013
I love you DAD
Laura Edwards-Stellmach
September 1, 2013
Hey my love of over 40 years now. I miss you daily, but it has gotten easier with Rick by my side. I feel just as loved by him as I did by you! I feel you would approve of this loving man in my life. We have lost another good plumber today! Look out for Tim Lewellen he passed this morning & will be missed. You are always in my heart & thought, BTW Rick don't mind that either look for his late wife of 25 years there, tell her I'm taking good care of Rick for her!. I will always love you! But you knew that. Come visit me too! In my dreams!
Geoff Kerr
August 16, 2013
Ted,
Until this moment, I was unaware that today was your birthday. Ten minutes ago, I was talking with Melanie trying to figure out the meanings of the dream I had this morning. You were the primary character... just being your magnanimous self... as always. I, on the other hand, was trying to change out of a swimming suit into some shorts in front of everyone in the family. Despite my embarrassment, feeling you and the family near was joyous and comforting. Please feel free to join me in my dreams any time. All our love to you, family and friends, Geoff and Melanie
Chad Edwards
August 16, 2013
Happy Birthday Dad, today would've been your 68th. We miss you more and more everyday. I Love You... Chad.
Chad Edwards
October 12, 2012
I Love You Dad.
Crystal Edwards-Muir
August 17, 2012
Happy late birthday daddy! :-) you know i am always talking to u, however it has been way too long since ive written to u in ur legacy page.since i wrote last as u know we had another addition his name is Skyler Payton. blake still has that smile that he's always had tho he is becoming quite the lil me boy when u said I'd get my payback u sure meant bussiness, teddy Jr acts more an more like u everyday, I feel so blessed with him, and with all my babies! life is very stressful rite now, as u know im going back to school hoping to become a nurse practioner, im very excited, im also very proud an so would u be cause jonathan is back in school for buesiness an is doing great with a 4.0 gpa I really think this is what he is meant to do he is loving it. As u told me and of course were rite Ivan has been quite a handful makin me crazy I just pray it pays off in the long run. Iris wants to grow up faster so she can run off an do whatever she wants (sounds way too familiar LOL) last but no least skyler is still so cute an growing like a weed, he's already 18 mos old and already giving attitude an telling us no. I love u soooooo much and miss u too without u it seems so much harder to get through the day w/o goin insane lol and in a way I feel like I'm betraying u for getting close to my new step dad Rick god I miss u and I am so glad mom found happiness again I just wish u were still here, things never seemed that complicated and now they do but I'm gettin by I need my father and ur great advice since ur not here any more I hope ur ok with me getting advice from Rick I just miss always having u praise me by telling me how proud u r of me its been a long time since I've heard I'm a good lil girl :-) love u always Y.L.B.G
Chad Edwards
August 16, 2012
I got your age wrong Dad, sorry you would have turned 67 today. Happy Birthday I Love You....Chad (Booger)
Chad Edwards
August 15, 2012
Well hello again Dad, It's your birthday and you would've been 66 years old on the 16th. We really miss you alot but we know your in a better place with no more pain. Mom is doing great the house is almost done and the kiddos are growing up faster than we want them to. TEPCO. Seems to be doing good even without you and me there. Adam has really stepped up to the plate and Cisco is doing good also. Casey is running the office for Mom so she can have a life with Rick. He's a very nice guy I think you would approve. I love you Dad more and more everyday. I still need some advice every now and again and i hope you dont mind if i as Rick as he is now the only Dad i have left here to talk to. Happy Birthday Dad I Love You! Love always Chad...
chad edwards
November 22, 2011
well dad as you know we now have another addition to the edwards family little chad reamus edwards. i know your not happy with reamus but we like it. i miss you so very much and so much here has changed as you know mom has gotten re-married to a very good man named rick. i think you would've liked him he's good to her and for her. well i love you and miss you so much dad. i'll talk to you again soon. love always. chad
Chad Edwards
November 22, 2011
Well Dad as you know we now have another addition to the Edwards family little Chad Reamus Edwards. I know your not happy with Reamus but we like it. I miss you so very much and so much here has changed as you know Mom has gotten re-married to a very good man named Rick. I think you would've liked him he's good to her and for her. Well I love you and miss you so much Dad. I'll talk to you again soon. Love always. Chad
Laura Edwards-Stellmacn
November 22, 2011
You are in my heart always!
Laura Edwards-Stellmach
November 22, 2011
As you predicted prior to your leaving I have met a man that is just a wonderful as you were to me. I miss you terribly but Rick is taking good care of me in your absence. I will always love you and God has now blessed me with another wonderful love. I know you watch over me and know that I am again happy in life. Until we meet again, our 35 years was wedded bliss for me and I hope the same with Rick. I will always have a special place in my heart for you as you know!
Crystal Muir
August 16, 2010
hello again daddy this is the third time i have tryed to write you on your birthday i dont know whats going on but i love you and happy birthday still missing you like crazy Y.L.B.G
Crystal M
August 16, 2010
good morning daddy and happy birthday you'd of been 65 years old today. i remember you saying how happy youu were going to be once you started getting your social security and medicare so the goverment would finally start giving back some of the money you invested in them lol. oh well you never depended on any one for money why would you start now lol. anyways your grand kids are growing like crazy and before the fire i found one of your baby pics and little teddy is the spittin image of you hope he has all your wonderful traits and talents as well! im sure you know you have another grand baby on the way and if you could influence things im rootin for a girl!! i miss you like crazy everyday and i know your with me when i have my daily breakdowns cause of the kids too lol. happy birthday again daddy wish you were here to share this day with us along with many others but your home now and we will all be there some day to join you all. hope your up and not loungin around up there, what do you think its your birthday or something lol with much love Y.L.B.G
Shelley Carr
August 15, 2010
Miss ya! Hope you are looking after Aunt Emmy and Uncle Art. Your star will shine forever..LOL
Jonathan Muir
August 15, 2010
Good morning Ted, things sure have changed a lot SURE would be nice to have you arounds again. all though that is selfish of me cause I am sure you are in less pain than you were. Love you man hope your getting all that rest you needed and Gods not working you to death too. lol
Crystal M
August 15, 2010
hi daddy well i know its been a while since my last letter to you but you are always in my thoughts. you would of been 65 comin up here in a few hours so i wanted to take a few minnutes to remember you and chat for a while. so you are going to have another grand baby coming up in march but im sure you already knew that. im rooting for a girl this time, i think im done, but you never know what god has in store; as this one was far from planned. ivan and iris are becoming lovley teenagers and i am definantly geting paidback times 3 or 10 well you know how wonderful teenagers can be. blake is huge hes 4 now and still has that smile that makes your heart melt yet he has hit his terrable 2s a bit late, i thought we got lucky but that didnt last, im sure as he grows he will begain to act better. then theres teddy the spittin image of his grandpa klutzyness and all. he has your baby blue eyes and white hair and is always running into mischief or walls; well you get the point. i have a feeling he is going to be a great craftsman like you were, the way he looks and studies things so thouroly. any ways you would be proud of me, i am back in college and last semister i did really good and im all sighned up and ready for my fall classes jonathan is too! he is becoming quite the catch and i love him dearly however i wanna ring his neck at times but then i remember your voice saying "quit being such a b*tch to your husband" i try but its hard sometimes. jonathan is going to school to become an EMT and is really excited about it but with as much as he changes his mind its hard to take him seriousley sometimes but i try to show him my support. any ways HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY! i love you and miss you so much and as you know i will be talking to you on a regular basis and i hope you are at great peace
Laura E
August 12, 2010
Hey Honey, just wanted to let you know I know you were with me on the 1st of July when the fire started and woke me up! I guess it wasn't my time to come join you - seemed awfully close call though. I hope they start the renovations this week or next. You will always be with me no matter what I do, you taught me well and continue to guide me... I pray you help Chad do the same with TEPCO when it comes that time. Keep him straight and direct him accordingly... the girls need your guidance as well keep them on the straight and narrow too... I will always love you no matter what life brings me.
Laura E
June 22, 2009
Hey Honey, another fathers day without you and my dad... hope you both had a great day where you are. The kids miss you - we watched videos of you filming all the family just heard you not much of you on the tape... but it was great hearing your voice. I will miss you every day of my life what I have left anyway, until we meet again... You know what I am going through right now, the kids are really testing me... but I have you right there in back of me whispering in my ear - I love you and miss you dearly wish you were here!
crystal muir (edwards)
June 21, 2009
hi daddy its y.l.b.g crystal i just wanted to say happy fathers day!and i just needed to vent to you like i always have! i know you already know i am thinding of you and miss you but i had to get it out on paper, i guess i just express myself better on paper like you always did! you never wanted to piss any one off and now i see why. you never intended to piss anyone off but your passion was so intense no one could really handel it so you had to write it down and read things to understand and get your point across. and now since i have just been pissing everyone off and hurting everyones feelings lately i think from now on i will use the guidence u gave me in that sence too! thanks again for just bein you and teaching me forgivness and understanding cause thats what i really need in my life now! i love you soooooooooooo much and as you know every moment of every day you are in my thoughts!!! i love you daddy!
Crystal Muir (Edwards)
January 5, 2009
oh daddy i cant believe its been a whole year since u left us let me tell you its been one hell of a year its kinda crummy timing god needing u when i needed u most i guess its just gods way of guiding me in the direction i needed to go in not always running to daddy for my problems it has to be the hardest lesson ive ever had to learn but all those times when i was a kid and u didnt think i was listening to u they have come to me as i need them and i thank god every day that i had you for my daddy and some days i hate him for taking you from me but like every one said god just needed a good plumber and you were the best and you must have finnished your plans here on earth! well there is a new ted edwards on this earth now and if he turns out to be half the wonderful and successful man you were i can say i did a good job as i know you are proud of me too you were a great father, mentor, teacher, craftsman, plumber, go to guy daddy you were amazing and i cant even put into words what you meant to me!!! you will always have part of my heart for the rest of my life til we meet again in heaven love always your littlest big girl crystal!!!
Laura Edwards
January 4, 2009
Darlin, I still miss you so very much. One year ago today the first Saturday of the Year - I came home from the hospital without you, what a long day that was and this year has been one long one as well. They say time heals, but like Chad said it's still so hard. I know you were not ready to leave me, but the Lord needed you more, just wish you hadn't spoiled me so much. Like I said in the the beginning of this I miss you so very very much. I do hope Mom and Aunt Elaine were looking for you when they arrived at heavens door, look out for them as I miss them too! I love you and will alway carry you in my heart.
chad edwards
December 24, 2008
Merry Christmas Dad, It's been almost a whole year since you left us. We have very heavy hearts still and are trying to adjust to you not being here to help guide us thru our everyday lives as you know we've had some new additions to your ever expanding family and some that we've lost that are now with you watching over us everyday. I thought it would get easier over time but I still miss you like I never thought I would or could you kept my nose clean and me focused on what was important in work and life I wish you could be here to have those heart to heart talks we used to have I miss you very much Dad and I just wanted to say Merry Christmas and we missed you tonite at the house opening up our presents. Love always Chad Edwards
chad edwards
August 16, 2008
Happy Birthday Dad, You would have been 63 years old today. not a day goes by that I don't think about you and man do I miss you so much I thought it would get easier as time passes but you were and still are a huge part of my everyday life. I wish you could see how big your grandchildren are getting . Dylan sings to you every day and he miss' you so much . A.J doesn't show his feelings as much and Courtney is very reserved but I know they miss you as much as I do. Mom is very strong and she has been thru Hell this year with Grandma and Aunt Elaine passing I hope you helped them along the way. Mom has had some health issues of her own and I hope she is not in a hurry to see you for at least another 20 or 30 years. well I should go for now just know that I love you with all my heart and I miss you so much. Love always your son, Chad.
Judie Ashford
February 16, 2008
Our sincerest condolences to Laura and the family. We knew Ted only at the Cancer Center, but were inspired by his continued upbeat demeanor. The world is just a little dimmer these days without his sunshine smile.
Judie and Gary
Diane Naylor
February 4, 2008
Diane Bennett Naylor
Ted and I were in a play together in first grade. He still remembered it at the last DC reunion. My family is so sorry for your great loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Joni Hancock
February 1, 2008
Laura,
I know you must be lost without Ted. After so many years of no contact, it was such a pleasure to be in touch again. I will miss his calls on my birthday, and especially the visits when he was out this way. He always made me feel so special...what a gift and a blessing! Precious memories of a good friend.
Love and sympathy,
George & Judy Curtis
January 29, 2008
We are very sorry about Teddy and wish we could have seen him in the last few years. We're both old classmates from Denver City and remember him well.
Our deepest condolences to the Edwards family.
Sincerely,
nancy prime
January 16, 2008
Laura and family, I am so sorry to learn of Ted's passing. I have thought of him often (and you all) throughout the years since the kids and I left Tucson and will never forget Ted's hard work @ our home on Drachman St. and his kindness to Dennis and to me. I know he is @ peace now. I remember you had a wedding anniversary New Year's Eve if I recall correctly! I wish you and your wonderful family the best always. With love, Nancy (Yates) Prime, Jean, Bart and Todd
DM Davey
January 14, 2008
My deepest sympathies for the entire Edwards family. It has been a privilege to know Ted. Honorable, hardworking, joyful and caring, he was enraptured with his family and relished his friends. His quick mind and open heart will be sorely missed.
Wayne Hilbert
January 14, 2008
Dear Laura and family, We are so sorry to have learned of your recent loss. Ted was a true friend to me and many others. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Wayne and Carol Hilbert
Tammy Evans
January 13, 2008
Dear Laura and Family,
Sending you our Love and deepest sympathies. Ted was awesome and will be missed by all. We Love You and will keep you in our Thoughts and Prayers.
Love,
The Evans Family,
Bob, Tammy, BJ, Jeffrey and Logan
Chad Edwards
January 12, 2008
Dad, there are so many things I would love to tell you, but now that your gone I cant. I will always think about you in every task thru-out the day, I feel so lucky to have you as a father. You taught me so much in the 35 years I had you, I hope you find peace now and are not in pain. say hi to toto for me . I love you and miss you so much, I hope to see you after my job here on earth is thru keep the plumbing working up there for me, you know how I love my office. Ha Ha! love always your son Chad
judy hoffman(Pairrett)
January 12, 2008
Laura and family,We are so sorry to hear that Ted is gone.Adam and Trent(Pairrett) send thier love as with the rest of the family .Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.The boys were telling me they had such fun with Ted when they were at your home . They recalled calling him Papa Smurf and he would laugh and they would all start the day with Ted and his great humer.God Bless
Monica Arriola
January 11, 2008
Laura & Family
The world has lost a great man. I am so glad I was able to tell Ted that I loved him. I will miss Mr. T's calls looking for his "sexy blonde". I will miss his hugs and his charm. I will miss his great smile. May you find comfort in all the great memories and may you have peace knowing Ted is now in God's loving hands. I will miss him dearly. He was a big part of our ACT family.
With Love,
julius(john) pairrett
January 11, 2008
I met Ted when I moved to Tucson in 1983. We have become the closest of friends. THere is not enough room on this web site to say all the good things about him. He was a shining example to all of us on how to be the knight in shining armour. Love him to pieces and looking forward to meeting him again.
julius(john) pairrett
January 11, 2008
I met Ted when I moved to Tucson in 1983. We have become the closest of friends. THere is not enough room on this web site to day all the good things about him. He was a shining example to all of us on how to be the knight in shining armour. Love him to pieces and looking forward to meeting him again.
Jen H
January 10, 2008
Edwards family, you have my deepest sympathy at this time.
Ted, we will miss your smiles and the bestest hugs in the whole wide world. Please know they are missed already.
Yvonne Suarez
January 10, 2008
Laura and family, The lord blessed us with a wonderful man and he will greatly missed. He leaves behind so many great memmories. If you need anything please let us know.
Danny Brambila & Yvonne Suarez
Randy Foreman
January 10, 2008
My deepest sympathy to all your family Laura. For the brief time I met Ted, during the class re-union, I found him to be quit the honorable man. My prayers are with you all.
Sharon Zauner
January 9, 2008
What a shock to hear that Ted is gone. My sympathies and thoughts are with you all.
You will be in my prayers.
Blessings, Sharon
Art & Teri Hollingsworth
January 9, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to all Ted's family. The world is a sadder place without Ted. He was always there to help any and every one with words and deeds. We will miss him dearly.
Leticia Martinez
January 9, 2008
My sincere heartfelt prayers for you Mrs.Edwards.
I had the honor of getting acquainted with Ted (cause he wouldn't let me call him Mr.Edwards) on the occasions I assisted him in registration or appts. at the Cancer Center. I had the wonderful opportunity to share some good news with him last week, he then proceeded to tell me of the wonderful love story of how you two married 35 years ago. He had a beautiful twinkle in his eyes as he shared with me. He always had a smile, and was always so cheerful. Heaven has gained a beautiful soul. I pray that you and your family find comfort in God's love.
Scott Polston
January 9, 2008
Please know that many people are praying for Ted and your family at this time.
Joanne Brown
January 9, 2008
I lived across the street from Ted for 6 years and he was a great guy, always helping us out when we got in trouble with do-it-yourself projects no matter how busy he was. He was a kind and genuine man, I'll always remember him fondly. My sincere sympathy to his family on this great loss.
Jackson (Jack) Oliver
January 9, 2008
Laura and Chad we will miss Ted. I have known you all for so many years and watched you grow in your faith and as a family. Now it is up to you Chad to carry on the Legacy that Ted has left you. The Gift of hard work, and the Gift of Faith. He was a good father and husband remember him as you make your mark in this journey. The plumbing industry has loss a leader. May God Bless your Family.
Jack Oliver
Cathy Sorrells
January 9, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jimmy Standley
January 9, 2008
You will be missed terribly. We at Abacus Plumbing Co. will not let your many contributions to your trade, the many organizations you worked tirelessly on, your community, The state of Arizona, and most of all, your wonderful family.
Hope to be seeing you down the road.
Jimmy
Pioneer Plumbing
January 9, 2008
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)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Genevieve Pajkowski
January 9, 2008
I hope strength surrounds the entire family through this tough time. Ted ..... a good man; they do not make Ted's anymore. He is one of the kindest persons who passed in my path and I am glad to have known such a person. We will miss you Ted.
Genevieve
Barbara Ball
January 9, 2008
What a tremendous loss. We all have such wonderful and varied memories of Ted. Ours involve a Thanksgiving without hot water, but with Ted on site working on it; the on-demand water heater; of course the whole remodeling process. But also his children and grandchildren, of whom he was so proud. Our greatest sympathies to those we met - Laura, Chad, Adam. Ted will be greatly missed.
George and Barbara
Merrill Eisenberg
January 9, 2008
What a wonderful human being Ted was - a loyal neighbor and friend, a skilled craftsman who took great pride in his work, a mentor in his profession, a loving and devoted father and husband. He leaves a beautiful legacy and will surely be missed. Thank you Ted for all you have done for me.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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