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Memories and Condolences
for Rolanda Bennett
Kathy (Stroud) Bell
September 2, 2008
Bonnie,
As I looked back over Rolanda's Guest Book, I notice that there are 11 pages of well wishers. I once heard a preacher say, "You preach your own funeral by the way you live your life". It should warm your heart to know that Rolanda was loved and praised by so many people.
I hadn't seen Rolonda since she was
young but from reading all the remarks in the guest book, it's almost like I knew her as an adult.
When times seem unbearable for you, just remember the precious times you and her shared as Mother and Daughter. Those times will forever be in your heart!!!
With deepest Love and Concern,
Joanie
Tametra Jones
August 26, 2008
I have known Rolanda (I called her RoRo) since we were little girls. I had not heard from her since high school but thought of her often, especially lately...now I know why. To her family my thoughts and prayers are with you and know that she is in her Father's arms...Safe.
With all the peace, love, and comfort that God can grant to each and everyone who reads...
Tametra L. Jones
Pastor Kenneth & Andrea Hall Sr
August 25, 2008
To Trevell and Bonnie and family,
I did not know that Rolanda went home to be with the Lord until yesterday 8/24/08 and I was completely devastated. I am truly sorry for your loss. I am Andrea Hall wife of Kenneth Hall and on behalf of my family I want to express my deepest sympathy to the entire family. Rolanda was a very special and very beautiful person and we loved her. Please know that God puts no more on us than we can bear. It's probably hard to understand that right now but please know that God loves you!
Stephanie Turner
August 22, 2008
Yvonne (Bonnie) Trevell:
I can not say that I know your pain, because I have not lost a child, I can only imagine what you are going through. But one thing I do know that the God we serve will bring you through during this time. Continue to look to God and stay close to Him. You have my prayers and deepest sympathy because Rolonda will truly be missed
LaShunda Birks
August 21, 2008
God make no mistakes...Rolanda will be missed!
Iris
August 19, 2008
God picked a beautiful flower the other day. He knew exactly which one he wanted, it is our sadness but his reward to bring her home. Yvonne and family know you are in my prayers.
Love
Iris
Michelle Gonzales
August 18, 2008
The Broken Chain
We little knew that morning that
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly
In death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
you did not go alone;
for part of us went with you,
the day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories,
your love is still our guide,
and though we cannot see you,
you are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken
and nothing seems the same,
but as God calls us one by one,
the chain will link again.
Yvonne , My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. (Michelle /WRS GROUP)
Angela Barrow
August 18, 2008
To the family ,may god comfort and protect you .Rolanda will be greatly missed.
The staff on 8 north
August 18, 2008
please know that god only takes the best ,and sometimes he needs angels with him also ,she was a very beautiful and smart young women and our prays are with you
Brenda Robinson
August 18, 2008
To the family,
For we all know that all things work together for good to them that love God, and to them who are called according to His purpose. Even this, for she loved the Lord, and was called according to His purpose, so hold on to His hand.
Be blessed,
Brenda Robinson & Billie Brown
James Mckinney
August 18, 2008
God knows the sadness that you feel at losing one you loved so much, May He help to ease your burden with His tender, loving touch.
James Mckinney
JoAnn, John, Al, Angela, and Shareda McGowen
August 18, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Continue to trust in God, as He will continue to give you strenght in this time of sorrow. We love and will miss you Rolanda!
Trunda Harris-Linton
August 17, 2008
(Rolanda) Such a beautiful friend to me and my twin sister and we will deeply miss you, I know u are with the lord.. I enjoyed are last visit we got our hair done at Kathy's, went to shop at a little shop and u purchased a skirt for church and also thought of your mother and said I need to get my mother this shirt because it looks like her...That was so sweet of you...I am gonna miss seeing you at the beauty shop and the late night shopping at wal-greens and Target.....we had alot of good times in school and you always kept us laughing....we love you and know you are in a better place...your friend and classmate
Danita O'Neal
August 17, 2008
I am sorry for your lost. Just know that she is in a much better place. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers. If you need anything at all please know that I am here. Take care, and may God continue to keep each and every one of you.
Lennis Dounley
August 16, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Daryl, Shante White
August 16, 2008
God will keep you in perfect peace .Trust in Him forever. In Jesus is everlasting strength. We are deeply sorry for your lost. Your in our prayers. GOD bless you in this time and always.
Jermaine Bryant
August 16, 2008
Rolanda, you will be greatly missed cousin. God needed an angel to come home and rest and he called on you. I know that you are in a better place now and one day we will be able to see each other again.
Love you your cousin,
Christy Player - Greenwood
August 16, 2008
I will never forget the good times we had working @wal-mart. all the times we spent laughing. Your smile would brighten everyones day. I remember going to your apartment, over by providence, how clean, and beautiful it was. How proud you were of it. Our last conversation was at star nails, we were both getting our nails done by Rose. You were showing me pics of your new kitchen and all the work you were having done. I will miss you dearly.
Im gonna miss calling you and just hearing your laughter on the other end of the phone. You were a great friend and a wonderful person.
DAVID,NATASHA WRIGHT
August 16, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Marcie Schreck
August 16, 2008
I want to wish you strength in the passing of sweetheart Rolanda. I am also a massage therapist in the Waco area. I know that angel is giving massages in heaven! Marcie Schreck
Myrtle Fay Jones
August 16, 2008
To Maurice, Yvonne and Edward whom we love dearly we express our love for you by praying for you and doing whatever we can to encourage you during this time. Please know that we are a phone call away, and a ½ a mile up the road -friends and family are always near. Rolanda, who always carried herself in a very ladylike way will be truly missed and we're glad she was a part of our lives.
Love always and continue to TRUST IN THE LORD!
Rev. Alvin & Sis. Myrtle Jones
Caroline Belvin
August 16, 2008
Rev Bennett/Bonnie/Edward
An Angel was called home to dance in God house. Although, you left us here went home ahead of us we know that you are doing fine. We all know that God is in control of all things. When it's his time to call and ours to answer, we will be ready.
We can't choose our time, but in his time, we are praying for this family.
Love you all
Aunt Caroline & Uncle Mike Belvin
Bryan/Da'Laundria Thomas
August 15, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Thalia Williams
August 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jennifer,Richard,Kaven and LaTrenda Peoples
August 15, 2008
Our prayers are with the family.
We pray God gives you all the strength to get through this time and season in your lives. God will take care of you.
Annetta
August 15, 2008
My heart goes out to the family in the time of your loss.
Rolanda, I will not forget the conversation we had not long ago at Star Nails, about how happy you were and how proud you were of your husband, just like you never taking life forgranted. Thank you for being such a beautiful person inside and out. I will miss you friend.
Annetta Cummings Wilkerson c/o 89
The Lord Is Close To The Broken Hearted PSALM 34:18
Dena Smith
August 15, 2008
I will like to give my condolences to the family. I went to highschool with Rolanda. I remember her being nice and a good dancer. The last time I saw her was after the passing of my brother over to my brothers moms house . Still beautiful person inside and out. We talked for awhile.
Now shes in a better place.
A Marriage Made in Heaven
Weddings are unforgettable occasions. Everything is designed to make this a perfect ceremony. Nothing is too good for the wedding couple.They are in love. This is their day. God's final word to us in the very last chapters of the Bible gives us this same promise. He is preparing a wedding for us. He has pledged his genuine love and deep commitment to live with us for the rest of eternity. The ceremony will be like no other in history. Nothing can compare to this celebration. God wants to be with us. He wants all of his creation to know of his love for us. This will be an unforgettable day, never to be duplicated, never to be compared with any other.
All the yearning , enduring, waiting, and wishing are finally finished. All the suffering, heartbreak, and shattered dreams are behind us. God steps forward, call us to come and be his bride. A new city, a new home, a new family , a new body, a new future, an eternal friend and Lord. At the end of each year, we look forward to the promise and hope of the year to come. As Christians, we also look forward to what God has prepared for us in the future. He is coming for us , his bride. Everything in God's created order is pressing forward in anticipation ot that day. The wedding is coming. The marriage will last forever. The love between God and his people will grow and grow. Let the celebration begin.
Patrice Freeman-Hightower
August 15, 2008
Rolanda will be missed. Yvonne and the rest of the family will be in my prayers
Bobby Davis
August 15, 2008
To Lil Yvonne;Trevell and Family: My heart goes out to you all. Word cannot express my feelings and emotions right now.
But Jesus said "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God trust also in me. IN my father's house are manny mansions if it were not so I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a ;lace for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I wll come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. My Prayers are with you may God love you and keep you is my prayer for the family. With Much LOVE Rev. Bobby Davis
Lois Graves
August 15, 2008
I'm about to cry but I'm trying to stay strong. I was a classmate with Rolanda and the memories I have of her is of laughing and having fun and dancing at the skate world. She was nice and a great dancer.
I wish her family strength through this time of grieve.
Shirley Proctor
August 15, 2008
We remember sweet and beautiful Rolanda growing up as a child participating in youth services at New Mt Olive Baptist Church. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Mrs Nokomis, "Bunny", and the entire Bennett & Joiner family. God will take care of you in times like these.
The Proctor Family
Mary Hicks
August 15, 2008
Yvonne, we are praying for you and your family, also for Rolanda's soul. We know that the Lord has recieved her into his loving arms and that He will take care of her. He will also take care of her husband, her mother and all who loves her, all ways believe that, and believe in the Lord.
Mary (Hyson) Hicks, Ruth (Walker) Graham & Deloris (McDowell) Dixion
Juanita Duncan
August 15, 2008
I will miss you dearly
August 15, 2008
My heart goes out to the family in the time of your loss.
Rolanda, I will not forget the conversation we had at Star Nails, and how happy you were. Thank You for always being a beautiful person inside and out. I will miss you friend.
Annetta Cummings Wilkerson c/o 89
Gloria Degrate-Wilkerson
August 15, 2008
Rolanda was such a beautiful angel in the lives of my own daughters, Robbie, Robin, Demetria (Dee Dee) and my son Terry. Since Rolanda loved to dance she and the girls were grouped in a talent show in their early years of stardum and now she is dancing with "JESUS"
Barbara Lott
August 15, 2008
My thought's and Prayer's are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. No bond is as great as thaht between a Mother and Child, and on Sunday morning's I would see that with you and your Mother. You are in our Heavenly Father's Loving Arm's.
Geraldine Coleman
August 15, 2008
Rolanda was a beautiful, kind, talented, and Christian young lady. My thoughts and prayers are with her husband, parents, and other family members during this time. She was loved and admired by so many people. May you find strength and comfort in the difficult days ahead. I pray God's Amazing Grace and Abiding Love will continue to comfort and sustain you now and always.
unicle jerry, kisha, and family
August 14, 2008
I wonted to offer some condolences to the family during your time of sorrow. I know that there is no bond greater then one between a parent and child. To Bonnie, Edward, and Trevell remember to look to the hills whence cometh your help. Rolanda was a very sweet person always full off life It seems just like yesturday we was at the family reunion Me and my kids were sitting there talking to rolanda and trevell looking at some pictures when he had cut his god baby hair and my baby just kept missing with him and rolanda said thats family and we were just laughing and having a good time she will be truely missed and there is no more pain she is resting with the lord.
HEATHER LEGGETT-STERLING
August 14, 2008
ITS SO HARD TO BELIEVE YOU ARE GONE ROLANDA..I REMEMBER WHEN I FIRST MET YOU AT EMSI AND YOU WERE ALWAYS SMILING..WE WOULD TALK ABOUT HOW YOU WERE GOING TO MASSAGE THERAPIST CLASSES..AND THATS WHAT U REALLY ENJOYED,THERE WASN'T A DAY THAT WENT BY AND U DIDNT HAVE A SMILE ON YOUR FACE...YOU ARE GONE AND NOT FORGOTTEN..I REMEMBER SEEING YOU AT THE CONVIENCE STORE AND YOU HANDED ME A CARD AND SAID IF U EVER WANNA A MASSAGE CALL ME!! NOW YOUR IN HEAVEN AS A BEAUTIFUL ANGEL GIVING EVERYONE ELSE MASSAGES..ITS JUST SO UNBELIEVEABLE..MAY U REST IN PEACE AND KNOW WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH. YOU WERE A GREAT FRIEND AND EVERYONE LOVED YOUR PRESENCE.R.I.P SISTER ROLANDA
kathy oneal
August 14, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Cassandra Robinson/Hollie
August 14, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear about Rolanda she was my classmate who I remember as being a nice person in class. C/O 1989. May god bless you.
Andrew & Christy Johnson
August 14, 2008
Trevell and the family, with deeepest sympathy, may God bless and keep you.
Gladys Simmons
August 14, 2008
The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, the Lord will deliver you out of this. He will comfort and carry you through your time of sorrow. You and your family have my condoloscences. May God continue to hold you in the palms of His hands.
Quieraney Belvin
August 14, 2008
Dear Rolanda,
I miss you and I really loved you and I know you are in a better place. You are my favorite aunt and I will never forget when we stayed with you. You will always be in my heart forever and always.
love,
Quieraney Belvin
Tamara Jacobs
August 14, 2008
To bennett family
We are deeply saddened for the lost of our sister .Our thoughts and prayers goes out to the family of our love one.May god be with you in your time of sorrow.
From the King/Jacobs family
Sondra Thompson
August 14, 2008
My heart go out to you all.Ro was a very sweet and kind person she will be greatly missed.May God bless this family in this time of need.
Stephany Williams
August 14, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
ELAINE JONES
August 14, 2008
ON BEHALF OF THE MILLER'S FAMILY WE SEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY. LOOK UNTO THE HILLS FROM WHERE YOUR HELP COMES FROM.
Tiffany Beck Class of 89
August 14, 2008
Stand still and know that He is God. In all He will never leave you or forsake you. I pray God's never failing love, grace and endless peace be with you from and evermore. God completed a perfect work.
Yvonne Cashaw
August 14, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Loretha Cobb
August 14, 2008
My heart is reaching out to you,
For what you’re going through;
I’m thinking of you frequently
And praying for you, too.
If there’s something I can do,
Anything at all,
Think of me thinking of you,
And don’t hesitate to call.
May God give you strength during your time of bereavement!
Ronda Collins
August 14, 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
Ray & Viola Allen
August 14, 2008
To Maurice, Bonnie, and family, we know your sorrow, we feel your pain. We want you to believe and know without a shadow of a doubt that you will get through this! Everything is very fresh and hard to understand. Stay close to God as you have never done before, cry when you feel like it, but also remember to cherish the precious memories that noone can take away. We will miss Rolanda. May God continue to bless and keep you, we love you all.
ALEXIS Chatman
August 13, 2008
IT WAS PAIN TO HEAR THAT ANOTHER VERY SPECIAL FAMILY MEMBER HAD PAST. WE HOPE THE BEST FOR THE FAMILY AND VERY CLOSET FRIENDS! I REALLY DIDNT KNO YOU THAT WELL BUT WEN I DID COME AROUND YOU WITH GRANNY HELEN YOU WAS A VERY NICE PERSON AND SWEETT AS CAN BE. NOW YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE AND ALL WE CAN DO IS LIVE OUR DAYS IN MEMORY OF YOU!
WITH LOVE,
ALEXIS CHATMAN
Jacqueline Burton
August 13, 2008
Maurice, Yvonne (Bonnie) and the entire family of Rolanda. Continue to trust in the Lord and not be afraid, for the Lord is your strength in this time of sorry. Rolanda will be missed but never forgotten. Please accept our deepest sympathy
Rev. Gary and Jacque Burton
Ania Belvin
August 13, 2008
Dear Aunt Rolanda,
I love you Aunt Rolanda and I know God will take care of you. I remember when I went with you and Trevell to Missisippi. Im gonna miss spending the night with you. I love you and I love Uncle Trevell.I miss you and I love you Rolanda.
Love Ania
LeChandre Newton Vela(aka BlaQue)
August 13, 2008
I dont know where to begin, except by saying I love you so much and I will miss you. My kids which are your neices will miss you dearlyalso. We were @ your house Sunday, and the kids were practicing their cheers and when we left Quieraney says to me "Momma Aunt Rolanda didnt get to see our cheers" and tears came too my eyes and before I could answer she says to me she is in heaven now and she is looking down on us and she is watching over us from above and can see us cheer. She is gonna be our angel and I said thats right. When her and Ania got out of the car they pointed to the sky and Quieraney told Ania; Aunt Rolanda is up there and as they looked up too the sky they were waiving.They really do love you. The 10 years I have known you I will treasure them with all my heart. I remember the times we have spent together and me doing your long beautiful hair. You were so beautiful and I will never forget that smile and laugh of yours. Ania looks so much like you and I see you in her. When I look at her I see you. I hope she grows up to be just like you, beautiful, sweet, funny, and very smart. You will always be my sister n law. I love you. R.I.P
P.S. You will always be in my heart.
Rebecca Chatman-Kennedy
August 13, 2008
To Bonnie, Maurice and Aunt Toy:
It is always painful to lose the ones we love and we can only let time try and easy the pain that we feel. I will miss Rolanda very much.
With that I herad a loud voice from the throne say:
"Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his peoples. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
Revelation 21:3-4
Pastor Earnest and Darlene Cashaw
August 13, 2008
To Maurice, Bonnie, Edward and Family,
I am so sadden by the loss of Rolanda. I remember when Rolanda and I worked at EMSI and we took all our breaks together and we had so many goods times and talks. I will miss her so much. But I have the assurance in my heart that she is in a much better place. For we all know that to be with God is to be at rest. Continue to trust God and lean upon him for that same peace that surpasses all understanding. I will continue to pray for you all and the family. I Love you all very much.
Omar & Ronda Collins
August 13, 2008
Maurice,Aunt Bonnie and Edward My Heart goes out to you. For we know we lost a very special young lady,When you share your experience,feelings and insight on life {Rolonda}You realize how lucky you were to have a Wife,Daugther,Sister,Granddaugther,Neice and Cousin And feel that she was very Special Women that you can Laugh with Cry with and Talk to with a understanding that linked our Hearts Filled with Love. Rolonda is A Angel Child Once upon a time there was a child ready to be born.So one day she asked God:"They tell me you are sending me to earth tomorrow but how am I going to live there being so small and hepless?God said ,"Among the many angels,I chose one for you."But tell me, here in Heaven,I don'tdo anything else but sing and Smile,Thats enough for me to be happy" God said Your angel will sing for you and smile for you everyday to be happy."And you will feel your Angel's Love and be Happy.For God knows what best He Loved her more and called her home his Angel Child. Love you Omar, Ronda {Scooby} Dw'Nesha,Dwight Jr.Dramaine [loothie]and Sta'Darria.
ANNETTE WHITE-HAYES
August 13, 2008
I,AM SO SADDEN FOR THE FAMILY,BUT PLEASE REMEMBER GOD IS IN CONTROL.ROLANDA HAD A HEART OF GOLD NOR ONCE DID I EVER SEE HER COMPLAIN OR DEPRESSED ABOUT ANYTHING ROLANDA HAD A GENTLE KIND LOVING SPIRIT ABOUT HER ALWAYS SMILING WITH HER HEAD UP AND LIFTING EVERY ONES SPIRIT AROUND HER .I AM TRULY GOING TO MISS ONE OF MY TRUEST FRIENDS EVER.IF I DIDNT TELL YOU I LOVED YOU BEFORE NEVER FORGET YOU WILL ALWAYS BE HERE IN MY HEART.
Kim Oliver
August 13, 2008
To my Cousin Maurice and my Aunt Bonnie and family
I was shocked to get the news but I know Rolanda will no longer be in pain. She has lived her life loving everyone and being loved in returned. I pray that God will bring us through this rough time. He knows whats best and he needed an ANGEL in heaven by his side. Its just sad he had to choose my cousin...I love you and you will be missed.
Fredrick Taylor
August 13, 2008
My deepest sympathy and thoughts go out to the family and friends.. May God Bless each and every one of you.
Chanda Childers
August 13, 2008
Bennett Family,
"The LORD is my Shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for HIS name's sake.." Psalm 23
May it comfort you to know that others are thinking of you and remembering you in their prayers.
Autry L and Florence A. Gray
August 13, 2008
To the Bennett, Jackson, Joiner and Zion Hill Baptist Church Family,
We have lost a dear sweet loved one and family member that will be truly missed.
The last time that I saw Rolanda she was coming out of choir rehearsal; she was just laughing and waving.
I'll never forget that beautiful smile. She was such a beautiful young lady.
Rest assured that she is at peace with God in His loving arms free from all pain. She will be greatly missed.
Lots of love to all of you.
You have our deepest sympathy.
Francine Francis
August 13, 2008
TO MY BFF (Best Friend Forever)
My first day without you was August 8th thats when my heart was filled with pain. On August 11th that was my first day without you when God made it rain. You was so very special to me Rolanda, words can not explain. You was my very special friend, you was my sister, you was the person that kept me sane. I can remember all of the times you would come over to my house and stay late and we would look through neiman marcus magazines. I can remember we would look at movies and skip all the boring scenes. I can remember when you just come over just to sit around and do nothing, say nothing and that was fine with me, I felt like you was just bored being home or wanted to come be around me. I have to keep telling myself that Rolanda does not belong to us, this is Gods' doing, and this I must trust. God said no more suffering and bought the pain to an end but left more suffering on me because now I lost my very special, wonderful, beautiful friend. I'm Heartbroken
Phyllis J. & Pershonda M.
August 13, 2008
I thank God for blessing me with the opportunity to have been acquainted with His Chosen Angel. As I reflect on your life, all I can think of is Strength, Endurance, and Perserverence. Your crossing over is a reason to celebrate your life and know that your footprints will endure forever. Bless all the loved ones left behind.
Alicia Hamilton
August 13, 2008
Our heart goes out to the family during your time of troubles. We could always identify with what Rolanda was going through, due to the fact that my husband also has sickle cell Anemia. Rolanda can now rest in Gods hands.
Jim and Alicia Hamilton
Lisa Bryant
August 13, 2008
To All of the Family, "Weaping may endure for a night, but JOY will come in the morning". Stay close to God! We're praying. Love Yall
Cristy Nichols
August 13, 2008
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all and give you strength during this time of sorrow.
DON & DWANA MONTGOMERY SR.
August 13, 2008
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY. MAY GOD BLES YOUR FAMILY !
Karmesha Taylor
August 13, 2008
To Maurice, Bonnie and family,
This has really shocked me. We do know she is in a better place with no more suffering. I have known Rolanda and Mrs. Bonnie for a very long time. I remember when Rolanda would keep me. I remember when i would I would even have to stay with you and Francine. Yall would take me and your brother to Cameron Park on Sundays(when you meet Maurice). I remember when you first got your dirvers license. I will never forget your smile and conversations. You will truly be missed in everyway. Now you can keep an eye on your "little one". Love you!
Karmesha (Iris daughter)
Kathy (Stroud) Bell
August 13, 2008
To the Joiner and Bennett Families:
My prayer is that the Lord will give you strength during this very difficult time. Hold on to His unchanging hand, for He will never leave you nor forsake you.
With Deepest Concern,
Sandra Cashaw
August 13, 2008
I am sorry for the loss of Rolanda and I pray that God will give you strength to get through your time of sorrow. Just lean on God and He will carry you through this. My deepest sympathy is with you all. I will continue to pray your strength in God.
Marcia Wilson
August 13, 2008
My thoughts & prayers go out to the family in this time of sorrow.I will never forget all of our times together. I pray God grants you strength.
Chris & Marcia Wilson
Ingrid & Sean Jones
August 13, 2008
Trevell and the family, My heart is so heavy, I will truly miss Rolanda. I was looking at some pictures last night of you, Rolanda, Sean and myself. I have some great memories and I will always treasure them. Please know that we love you! Keep your faith and cherish your memories! May God Bless and comfort you today and always!
Gary Wright
August 13, 2008
I will miss you. My love is with you
your cousin
Gary Wright Sr.
Gary Wright
August 13, 2008
I will miss you. My love is with you
your cousin
Gary Wright Sr.
Dietrick Horne
August 13, 2008
You'll truly be miss. I will always keep you in my heart, and mind. You're in peace now you don't have to worry about pain ever again. REST IN PEACE.
Dietrick Horne
RODERICK DIXON
August 13, 2008
I WANTED TO SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND SAY THAT I HAVE BEEN KNOWING ROLANDA FOR ALONG TIME AND SHE WAS A VERY SWEET PERSON. MY SHE REST IN PEACE.
Cheryl Davis
August 12, 2008
With deepest sympathy. May God bless your family.
Johnny and Christie Jackson
August 12, 2008
We offer our condolences to you during your time of sorrow. We pray that you hold on strong to God's hands. There are no real words of comfort, but go to God for answers. You cut our son's hair when we lived in Temple (Nugget). We are praying for you.
MRFR Alexander(USNavy Engineer)
August 12, 2008
Bro, my deepest sympathies are with. Know that I am praying that God stregthens you everyday. I cant say I understand because I don't. Just know that I love You and Im praying and keeping you lifted everyday.
Aquarius Whitehead
August 12, 2008
Rolanda was a good friend and she will be greatly missed. My prayers goes to her family.
Beverly Cage
August 12, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Just know cousin I am right there with you thinking and praying for you and all your family through this diffcult time. I love you and God love you!
Cheryl (Tina) Henderson
August 11, 2008
Maurice, Bonnie and family, My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow. I pray that you will take comfort in memories of Rolanda. She will be missed but never forgotten. I pray that God grants you the strength to make it through this time. I will continue to remember you in my prayers. I Love you all!
Valerie Martin
August 11, 2008
Rolanda was a classmate of mine. My condoloscence goes out to the family.
Shirley Smith
August 11, 2008
Maurice, Bonnie, and the Rest of The Family,
May God comfort you in this hour of need. I will truly miss Rolanda's smile and the little jokes we shared together. I can see her now praise dancing to "Praise is What I Do". I praise God for allowing me to get to really know her. There will be a void in our church family.
May God Bless You!
Veronica Garcia
August 11, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Benita Wright
August 11, 2008
Trevell and family, it is not easy to lose someone we love but trust in the Lord. I will keep your family in prayer. Thanks for introducing her to my family We Love Both of you always and forever.Rolanda was very special , and sweet. God Bless you and keep holding on to him he will carry you through this. As for your strength keep singing to God almighty and preach his word. We will miss her, she had once given me a friendship ball I still have it and it is most very important. That was the mark of our friendship and love which has no end it is always no matter where we were. I thank God also for the tie that binds us in friendships and love for others in our lives.
Please let us help any way we can anytime. God keep you and your family. Thank you for this opportunity also. God Bless you Trevell, from Davy,Kristanae, Davion and Benita Wright 254-228-5163
Lawrence & Vivian Montgomery
August 11, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Belinda Brunson-Hornak
August 11, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Bennett family. I had the chance to meet Rolanda at EMSI. She was a very sweet and kind hearted person. She will be missed, but take comfort in knowing that she had a greater purpose in life and her new journey has just began.
LATARSHA ALLEN (ZION HILL BAPTIST CHURCH)
August 10, 2008
Crossing the Bar
Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,
But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.
Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;
For tho' from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crost the bar.
By Alfred, Lord Tennyson
The Poetry Foundation
REV DONALD & LINDA BROWN
August 10, 2008
TO MAURICE, BONNIE AND THE ENTIRE BENNETT FAMILY. MY HEART IS VERY HEAVY RIGHT NOW AT THE PASSING OF SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON. GOD DONT MAKE MISTAKES WHEN HE COME TO GET US SO JUST KNOW THAT SHE IS IN GODS HANDS NOW.I CAN STILL SEE HER SMILE AND HOW SHE WOULD LIGHT UP A ROOM WHEN SHE WALK IN , I MISS HER TO. KEEP ON PRAYING AND GOD WILL LIGHTEN YOUR PAIN ONE DAY AT A TIME. GOD HAS THE FINAL SAY,AND HE DONT MAKE MISTAKES HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST. YOUR SISTER IN CHRIST.....
LINDA BROWN, ZION HILL BAPTIST CHURCH..
Bobby & Freda Peoples
August 10, 2008
To Maurice, Bonnie, & Family
May God Bless and keep you all. Please keep your hands in God's hands and never let go! You all are in our prayers!!!
Sonya Jones
August 10, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Bennett family. My prayers are with you that the Lord continue to give you the strength to carry on. Maurice, continue to hold on to God's unchanging hands. Look unto the hills from whence cometh your help all your help cometh from on high. Know that he is God and he makes no mistakes.
Carolyn Johnson
August 10, 2008
To Maurice and Bonnie and the entire family of Rolanda,as church members of one of the best church's in Waco Zion Hill, we know that God never makes a mistake, so God Bless You All, and just know that Rolanda is resting in God's arms. Love You All
Stella Brock & Family
August 10, 2008
My prayers are with Trevell, Bonnie & the family and friends of Rolanda during this time. Please know that God will comfort and strengthen each of you when you start to feel sad and the tears begin to roll. Rolanda will truly be missed, but Jesus knew He needed a Special Angel to help him. Be encouraged, because Jesus has everything under control.
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