Mary Helen Morgan
August 13, 1923 ~ October 18, 2009
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 23, 2009 at 11:00 AM in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Mechanicsville, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 22, 2009 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM.
Mary Helen Quade Morgan, 86, of Mechanicsville, MD died October 18, 2009 at her residence. Born on August 13, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Ashby and Nellie Eleanor Farrell Quade. She was the loving wife of the late William Leo Morgan whom she married on April 15, 1944 in Morganza, MD and who preceded her in death on October 5, 1983 in Washington, DC. She is survived by her children William Leo Morgan, Jr. of Auburn, WA, Theresa Ann Tippett of Hollywood, MD, Helen Elaine Berry of Mechanicsville, MD, Mary Delores Burch of Mechanicsville, MD, Beverly Marie Dean of Mechanicsville, MD, Gary Michael Morgan of Hugesville, MD, Sharon Lee Downs of Mechanicsville, MD, Cynthia Lynn Popielarcheck of Mechanicsville, MD, Gregg Anthony Morgan of Keller, TX, Ronald Scott Morgan of Fuquay-Varina, NC, and Patrick Shawn Morgan of Mechanicsville, MD as well as 34 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She is also survived by her siblings: Alberta Farrell of Oakley, MD, Margaret L. Morgan, of Bushwood, MD, Lawrence Quade of Charlotte Hall, MD, Agnes Theresa Gardiner of Hughesville, MD, Francis Aloysius Quade of Hughesville, MD, Robert Quade, Jr. of Prince Frederick, MD and Andrew “Sonny” Quade of Hughesville, MD. She was preceded in death by her sister Eleanor Susan Quade and her brother James H. Quade. Mary Helen was a homemaker and lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County who graduated from Margaret Brent High School. She enjoyed her life to the fullest. Most importantly, she enjoyed her family, to whom she was most devoted. She was very active in the community; taking much pleasure in preparing meals and a good game of Pitch! She supported her children in all of their sport activities. Known as “Mom Morgan” to many in the community, she was the 50/50 raffle lady of many events. Mary Helen enjoyed such personal activities as supporting her beloved Redskins and Baltimore Orioles. She also enjoyed canning, gardening, shopping, bingo, butterflies and sitting on her front porch bird watching. Most of all, she loved watching all of her grandchildren grow. Mary Helen was no stranger to anyone and was loved by everyone. She had a charismatic personality that drew people to her. She will be dearly missed by all. The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 22, 2009 from 5:00PM - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home chapel where prayers will be recited at 7:00PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 23, 2009 at 11:00AM in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Mechanicsville, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Timmy Berry, Mike Burch, Stephen Dean, Jamie Morgan, Dale Downs and Travis Popielarcheck. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandsons, Scottie Berry, Danny Dean, Philip Dean, Richard Fastnaught, Ryan Morgan and Caleb Morgan. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.
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“I WILL MISS MRS MORGAN, GOOD MEMORIES OF HER SELLING THOSE FIFTY-FIFTY TICKETS,AND HAVING A COLD MILLER LITE AT THE DARTING EVENTS. PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH THE FAMILY.”
” Very sad to hear about Ms.Mary Helens passing she was very much loved by her family and all that knew her.. But she raised a strong and very close family who will help each other through this most difficult time. Cherish all the memories, Love to all !!!”
“Aunt Sister we will miss you and the times having a miller lite with you. Rest in peace and we will remember the good times always. Love you dearly Jean & Donnie”
“Aunt sister I always looked forward to those Tuesday nights playing you in horseshoes and eating your brownies or cupcakes. I’m going to miss you so much. In a way I always saw alot of me in you and I won’t forget that. You will be missed but not forgotten. Love You xoxoxo”
“”Mom” Mary Helen will Truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with All Family.”
“To the Morgan Family ~ My deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. I will cherish all of the happy memories with Grandma! She was one a kind. An all-around amazing woman! She will be missed by many. All my love!”
“We’re saddened to hear about Mary Helen; however we know she will be in a better place. I believe she will be with Kitty in heaven playing shuffle board. She was always fun to be with and we will miss her dearly. Love John & Diane”
“”Mrs. Morgan,was one of the funniest Shuffleboard players I ever played. She was always such a great team mate in the tournaments we had annually.You could count on her to pick you up with her classic wooooooo cheer she would give after a strike. She will be missed by alot of people. We will all miss you Mrs. Morgan.””
“”Momma Helen was will be greatly missed” I will always remember the fun we had at Horseshoes and Darts playing for Sandgates Ladies and your Amazing spirit you had. Momma Helen all I can say is you were ONE-OF-A-KIND and I will miss you greatly.”
“Aunt Sister you you always had a smile and always new how to have fun from the days when the hogs were playing softball to shuffle board you have touched so many people and you will surely be missed by your family and friends.. We Love you and will miss you but will never forget you!!!! love and prayers Kevin and Miranda”
“I will always remember the good times we had togther. No matter what, you were always there. We will miss our kisses. Love Big Daddy “
“I was adopted by this family 15 years ago. I will always love Our Momma. Our family will never be the same, but we will keep doing our thing together because thats what she would have wanted.”
“Your Mom was so nice! She loved people and loved her family. She was such a fun person. She was always so fun loving. I know all of you will have such good memories of her as she loved you all so much. “
“”Momma” will definitely be missed along with her bloody Marys at the horseshoe banquets. Now she is watching over everyone! You are all in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Aunt Mary Helen will definitely be missed! She was always so energetic and full of laughs and smiles. We will always cherish the many memories of her. With all our love the Nelson Family.”
“So sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you during this very difficult time. Please if you need us for anything, please don’t hesitate to call. She was a special aunt.”
“Momma Morgan was a great lady. We will miss her very much. What a joy she was to have in our shuffleboard league. Our thoughts and prayers to the family.”
“Beverly, Sharon and Family, So sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I know that this is a very difficult time for all of you. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are and will continue to be with you in the coming days. “
“To Mary Helen’s family – so sorry to hear of your loss – my prayers and thoughs are with you – “
“MOM YOU WILL BE MISSED SO DEEPLY. NO ONE CAN DO THE 50/50 TICKETS LIKE YOU DID. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY, WHEN THEY MADE YOU THEY THREW AWAY THE MOLD, WE LOVE YOU SOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH.”
“To Pee Wee, Greg, Gary, Ronnie, Shawn, Sissy, Elaine, Beverly, Cindy, Sharon and Delores, it is not easy losing someone as dear as your mom. But we know God has a new cheerleader for his angels. She is one of a kind and will greatly missed by all that knew her. Cherish her memories and know that she is watching over all of you! “
“Aunt Sister was a very special person–one of a kind. We will miss her energy and great outlook on life. She was always fun to spend time with and most times was the life of the party. She loved her family and her family loved her. We will miss her very much. (From Timmy) Aunt Sister, if there is a DJ in heaven, I hope you will have him play our song “Everybody Disco”! “
“My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Aunt Mary Helen will be missed. She was so full of life but with her death she is now starting her new life with all of her family and friends that have gone before her. Love to the family. Carrie,Charles,Austin,Abby,and Allison”
“I am so deeply sorry to hear about “Momma”. She was a great lady and one that I will terribly miss. I loved her spirit and the positive outlook she had on life. To the family, my sincere condolences to each and every one of you. I know what you are going through right now and believe me, it is not easy. She will be sorely missed by everyone that knew her. She was our number one fan in the women’s horseshoe league and will never be forgotten. God bless each and every one of you.”
“To all of my cousins,What a great mom that you had. I loved seeing you all together. One thing is for sure, She sure could keep up with you. I remember at our “Cousins Club” last year when she brought her citation because she had turned 85. She sure was proud of that. I think the memory that I will hold dear is seeing her with the girls singing. We are Family over at Billys party. That will always bring a smile to my face. I love you all and know the pain of losing a mom but I think that we can all agree. She went out in style. She wouldn’t have wanted you all to see her suffer. LOVE ALWAYS,GINGER”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Morgan family at this time. When Tommy and Cindy married 20 years ago, Momma Morgan became part of our family too. She will be missed!”
“I am so sorry to hear about “momma”. She was always right in there having fun with the girls. I know my mother loved her as she does your entire family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.”
“So sorry to hear of your loss. She will be greatly missed”
“We are so sad to hear about the loss of Momma. She was a special lady. There was always a smile for everyone she met. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to her very special family.”
“Gary and all the Morgan family, We are so sorry for the loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let us know if you need anything!”
“We were so saddened to hear of Aunt Sisters passing. Our prayers go out to all the family. We will miss cards and dinner on Friday nights. It made our trip to Maryland from Florida worthwhile. We loved you and now miss you. Hope you got to wear your shirt. “
“”IN OUR HEARTS We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, And the days before that, too. We think of you in silence. We often speak your name. Now all we have is memories, And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part. God has you in His Keeping. We have you in our Heart. Aunt Sister I will dearly miss you. I loved you bunches. “My deepest & Heart felt sympathy to Pee Wee, Greg, Gary, Ronnie, Shawn, Sissy, Elaine, Beverly, Cindy, Sharon and Delores. We love you guys. Bobby, Kathy & Jason “
“”To Pee Wee, Greg, Gary, Ronnie, Shawn, Sissy, Elaine, Beverly, Cindy, Sharon and Delores. Aunt Mary Helen was a very special lady. We loved talking with her. When she came into a room you would always smile and know she was going to make you laugh. She lived life to the fullest. We will miss her. I am sure she will join the family in a Pitch game in heaven. You’re in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. Love you all, Bertha and Ricky”
“”Momma” I am so deeply saddened to hear of our great loss. You have meant so much to so many people and I am definatly one of those. I will always keep your memory with me forever. I have always loved you and will miss picnic baskets you brought to horseshoes with Ronnie. You nick named me “Rocky” and it will stay with me till I see you again. With all my thoughts and prayers. Timmy Quade”
“Aunt Sister what a great lady,who loved to party and dance.Playing cards with Daddy and Uncle Lawrence on friday nights.She is going to be miss so much,but we have so many memories that we can always talk about.To the children and grandchildren it is a great loss,and our prayers and thoughts are with you all.God Bless you all.”
“To the Morgan Family ~ I’m truly sorry about the passing of your mother. She was always a joy to be around. I will truly miss her. Love you guys. “
“This was a lady that nobody will forget and will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.”
“Momma Morgan has probably already called the Winning 50/50 Number at the Heavenly Bowl! No doubt, her friends and relatives gone before her are throwing a Lively Reception Party celebrating their Reunion! Our prayers and condolences to her fine family.”
“A truly wonderful lady. It was my great pleasure to have known her. My condolences to the family. Her smiling face and kindness will be truly missed at the banquet and at horseshoes next season.”
“To the Morgan family, I am sorry to hear of your moms passing. May God Bless all of you! I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.”
“To Pee Wee, Greg, Gary, Ronnie, Shawn, Sissy, Elaine, Beverly, Cindy, Sharon and Delores please know that we are thinking of you all and if there is anything at all you need, please give us a call. Our special Aunt/Sister where do we even begin, there are so many things that remind us of you, especially your love for family, you were so devoted and always did special things for everyone. Mom sure did enjoy your Friday night dinners, she wasn’t always able to get there but when she did she loved your great meals, playing cards, coming early and spending time with you. I can remember just a week and a half ago coming to pick mom up and you could hear the laugher coming from inside, what a joy that was and I know mom will miss that. Also your daily calls to mom, she so much looked forward to that. We will never forget you and will hold the special memories close to our hearts. We love you so much, until we meet again… Love, Wayne, Eleanor, Jessica, Kimberly and your sister Alberta”
“I was one of the lucky one’s to have had played shuffle board with Momma. No matter how bad I was doing she would put a smile back on my face. Momma you will be Missed!!! With all my Love and Prayers. The Dog “ARF ARF ARF!!!!”
“Mary Helen was a lady who loved life and all whom she met on her journey. She always left you with a smile and warmth in your heart. She was one of the few who made you stop and look at life and see the good and many times how to obtain it. The Morgans have been blessed with her love and devotions of her life and the memories will be numerous. Mary Helen always made you feel special when she saw you. I will miss her dearly. Love to the family. Snooky, Joe and kids”
“Our deepest sympathies go out to the Morgan family. We know you will miss your mom and hope that your memories and the smiles they invoke will bring some comfort to you. Shawn, our thoughts and prayers are with you. With hugs and condolences, the Hutchins Family”
“Dearest “Sister” You will be truly missed, but always in our hearts and minds. If there are any positive thoughts one is that you are HOME and reunited with your family and friends who have gone before you (What a beautiful thing to be together again). To our Neices & Nephews, God Bless you all & keep you in his care during the loss of your MOM. We Love All Of You!”
“OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE MORGAN FAMILY… YOU WILL BE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. SINCERELY, HELEN, BRENDA, JOY, JIMBO AND FAMILIES”
“Sorry for the loss of your loved one. She was ours too. We will miss the fun days we had with her and the family. Sincerely.”
“I only knew her a few years, but over the years she made me feel like part of the family!! She will always have a place in my heart for her, right beside my grandparents!! “
“Aunt “Sister”, you have always been a JOY to be around and love. To ALL 11 of my cousins, God be with you all and remember Memories are forever! WONDERFUL,BEAUTIFUL MOM MEMORIES”
“My Grandmother meant the world to me. Now you are back by the side of the man that you LOVED!! (My Grandpop) I will miss you each and everyday!! You were always the life of the party, now I know you are the life of the party in heaven!!! LOVE YOUR GRANDDAUGHTER”
“Mrs. Morgan was truly a special lady. We had many laughs and good times at the ADF Bingo hall. Heaven is lucky to add her to the roster, and we are thankful to have had a chance to know her.”
“Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember the way she would always tell me she wanted the winning cards at A.D.F. she will surely be missed. “
“To all the Morgan brothers and sisters, I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was truly a wonderful person, always smiling and a joy to be around. She was so blessed to have all of you for her children. She had “heaven on earth” because of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May she rest in peace for all eternity. “
“Gary,our thought and prayers are with you and family. “
“Our condolences to the family during this very difficult time. “
“”Grandma will love and miss your wonderful smile and warm hugs! You will be missed each and every day.””
“Elaine, Beverly and the all the Morgan family, our deepest sympathy to all of you. She was such a “fun to be around with” person…She sure will be missed. Sincerely Joy and family”
“Momma I was very saddened to hear of your passing. You were so full of life which always brightened the room when you entered. I will you miss you and cherish the time we spent together. I may never dance with you on the dance floor again but you will always be waltzing in my heart.”
“To the Morgan Family: Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“So sorry to hear of Mary Helen. She was such a nice women that blended in with everyone. She loved and enjoyed being among family and friends. She will definantely be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Sincerely, “
“We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Mary Helen was one of the nicest people I’ve known in Maryland. She will be terribly missed in so many ways. She could always make me laugh at shuffleboard and those daggone 50/50’s,and Charm you out of your last nickle. We will never forget her.”
“We are so sorry to hear about Mary Helen (the candy lady). We will always remember her sunny disposition and positive attitude. Our condolences to her family and friends. She will be missed greatly.”
“”Momma”m “Mother Maytag”, “50/50/Lady”, “Mrs Morgan” whatever name you wanted to call her, she will be deeply missed. To Teresa, Beverly, Ronnie and the rest of the fanily, our hearts and prayers are with you always. She was loved so much by everyone.”
“To the whole Morgan family I am so sorry for your loss. She was one special woman that I will miss dearly. I always looked forward to Horseshoes and seeing her. She had a way of always bringing a smile to everyones face. Just remember she will be watching over all of us from above and rooting us on.”
“It’s been several years since I have seen Mary Helen, but I remember from the old days, we use to talk because we shared the the same name. I always enjoyed Mary Helen. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.”
“Your Mom always made everyone smile. She had so much energy. She will be missed by all that loved her. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“Our prayers are with each of you on the loss of your Mother. She will be missed. “
“I am so sorry to here about the loss of your Mom. My prayers are with all of you.”
“Mom Morgan will truly be missed. The Morgan family is in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss playing Pitch and going to AC! Although it’s difficult to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow – Author Unknown”
“We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Your mom will definitely be missed. She was a kind and lovely person. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to call. “
“Sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers go out to the family. I enjoyed the time I spent with her, she was such an inspiration to all. Take your sorrows and turn them into precious memories.”
“To the whole family we are so sorry to hear of Mary Helen’s passing. She was a wonderful woman when you saw her out she alway’s spoke and alway’s had a smile on her face. Keep her memories in your heart she’ll alway’s be that warm ANGEL looking down on all of you. She will be greatly missed Rest In Peace Aunt Mary Helen and GOD BLESS YOU ALL.”
“Theresa and family, I am truly sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, she was a wonderful, sweet lady, that always had a smile for you. She will be truly missed.”
“TO THE FAMILY OF HELEN MOGAN WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME OF NEED. “
“Sorry to hear of your MoM’s passing. She was a wonderful person and always loving to all of us. She will be missed. “
“Mary Helen Will be missed. She was always smiling and cheerful. We so enjoyed playing shuffel bowl with her. She could always tell you a good story. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. She will always be close in your heart.”
“Morgan Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss.”
“Mary Helen, you will be greatfully missed. Thanks for all the good years of bowling together. Thanks for being very supportive of the league, and thanks for all the help at the tournaments and banquets. Love you, The Williams Family”
“To the entire Morgan family: Mary Helen was such a lovely lady and she always spoke with a smile. For some reason, whenever she saw me, she would always call me “Jamie”. I don’t know why, but like her, she always put a smile on my face. It wasn’t too long ago, I also lost my mother and it is not easy, but knowing she is in a better place will give you all comfort. She, like Mom had a rewarding life full of family and friends, which she loved. Cherish all the good times that were spent with her and lean on each other. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“What a remarkable person, she had a presence like no other. She always offered a smile, or a bit of advice and always managed to make you laugh. Just a few minutes with Mrs. Morgan left you in stitches. There are not enough kind words to describe this remarkable person. Our thoughts are with her family, an angel on earth, an angel in heaven. We are deeply sorry for your loss. The Chapman Family John, Denise, Natalie, Hayley and LJ”
“Theresa, Cindy and Family, Thinking of you all in your time of sadness. It’s been ages, but I too can see her on the bench watching our ball games at Tippett’s. God Bless you all.”
“Mary Helen was a great person. My condolences to her family and friends. She will be missed greatly. “
“TO THE MORGAN FAMILY. MY CONDOLENCES TO ALL OF YOU.”
“Theresa and family, So sorry to read about your Mom. I know you will all miss her. I can still see her at our ballgames rooting us on. She was so full of life and fun. Will make it to MD. for xmas this year. I will give you a call. Margie and Ron”
“Our prayers and thoughts go out to the Morgan family. May God Bless you all. “
“I am so sorry for your loss. Mary Helen always had a smile on her face at ADF Bingo. She will be greatly missed.”
“I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I have never met Mrs. Morgan, but spoke with her on many occasions on the phone. I am the secretary at Immaculate Conception Church. She always sold her raffle tickets for our festival and would call the office for more. Just last Friday, she called and said, “This is Mary Helen Morgan and I’m 87 years old. I’ve sold my three books for the auction and I know I won’t have any problem selling 5 more.” We chatted for awhile. She was just so sweet. You were truly blessed to have such a beautiful mother and grandmother. I pray that God comforts you in your time of grieving. God Bless you and your family. “
“Ronnie and the entire family, Momma Morgan was the sweetest person we have ever had the opportunity to know. She was so friendly to everyone and so happy all the time. Cherish all your memories and know she will always be watching over you all.”
“Mom Morgan was the sweetest, nicest person you would ever meet. She would proudly sell her 50/50 tickets, some times it would take her all night long to get it done, because she liked to converse with everyone. She was everyones friend. She will be missed , my condolences to the entire Morgan Family. We have lost a deep person only in body, she will live on forever in St Mary’s County’s heart. God Bless her…”
“To the Morgan family,I am sorry for your great loss. I so enjoyed your mother at every horseshoe game. Your mother will be truly missed by many. “
“Dearest Morgan family, Dennis and I cherish the early years when we would go dove hunting with Gary and your dad and then return to the homeplace where your mom would prepare the most wonderful meal complete with biscuits and of course a game of cards.May you find such joy in your own cherished memories, take comfort in the love of family and friends and may the heavenly father bless you with peace; for the Lord is nigh unto the brokenhearted. Love to all, “
“Theresa, Elaine and family. I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She was a lovely woman, always so cheerful, and a delightful person to be around. May God bless and comfort you all. “
“Aunt Sister, I miss you so much and think of you often, sending hugs and kisses to you in heaven:) LOVE YOU ELEANOR:)”
“Momma will surely be missed by us all,she was a great lady. A Angel on Earth now an Angel in heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Ann & Johnny Lacey”
“To the family, so sorry of your loss.”
“I just learned of Mary Helen’s passing and want to send the family my sincerest regrets. Although technically Mary Helen was my Great-Aunt only during the time of my 17-year marriage, she hugged me later and smiled, with that familar sparkle in her eyes, and told me, “once a Quade, always a Quade”. I always loved running into her, and she was everywhere, as she always made me feel special. It wasn’t me that was special, it was her. She was a special gift that we all were given and she will be missed. My prayers are with the (my) family. May you find comfort knowing she is at peace with God. “
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Morgan Family. Your mother was a wonderful person so full of life. Always smiling and made you feel special . I use to enjoy talking to her at Darts. She knew everyone and everyone knew her. I know I am late with my condolences , but just found out. God Bless you all at this difficult and sorrowful time . Rest in Peace Mary Helen “
“I loved Grandma Morgan she put a smile on every ones face’s everybody loved her so much including me. I was so sad that she passed away. I went to her house on fridays and played card games 31 and she made the best sweet potatoes and plus she was the best grandma ever. She was nice and a great person I love you so much grandma Morgan I just wish you did’nt leave. I made a song for everyone who has passed away too. I hope you like it grandma Morgan God is waiting for them to come. God is waiting for them to come. I know you feel sad and I know you tell your self that you did something wrong, don’t blame yourself you been in their life and you did everything for them. You loved them that’s the best thing you can do, just tell your self this there in a better place now there in heaven and God is waiting for them to come. “
“Mom, it is so hard to believe at times,that you have left us to be with the Lord. I miss everything about you, your smile,your hugs,your thoughtfulness, you always cared about everyone else and how they were doing.you were such a warm,sweet, giving beautiful person. When people tell me I look or act like you, I am honored and just hope I can be half the beautiful, wonderful person you were. You have left such a huge void in our lives..not a day goes by that I don”t think of you and miss you so much, but then I remember your beautiful face and your wonderful smile and the pain eases,,just a little for a moment or two..but we will be together again one day as the good Lord promises,,and what a glorious day it will be! I love you “Mama” Rest in peace!”
“Dear Beverly & Larry and your extended families. Please accept my late condolences. I don’t know how I missed this but I feel bad about doing so. I know full well how difficult it is to lose your mother as the two of you do, as well. I always describe it as a unique loss–it truly is–like no other. I didn’t know her well, but do know a few members of her family and what a testimony you all are to her–what a wonderful woman she must have been to have left a legacy of a strong, close-knit family. We can give thanks for no suffering and that she is at peace. My prayers are with you, even now. “