Condolence From: Harolyne Grant
Condolence: Dear Family and Friends of Mary
It will soon be a year since Mary died last February 14, 2017. Even so, I know Mary is still loved and will never be forgotten. The passing of time puts a cool bandage on the burning pain of loss, and, … making it through the day, does get easier. Still, the loss hurts, especially when anniversaries come up.
May I tell you about a future day coming when ... all those sleeping, Resting In Peace, will be resurrected to a peaceful, happy life here on a transformed, paradise Earth?
You can welcome back Mary, with hugs and kisses, and your hurt and pain regarding this loss can be replaced with indescribable happiness and tears of joy. Then the scripture at Isaiah 65:17B can be fulfilled for you: "For look, ... the former (painful) things will not be called to mind neither will they come up into the heart." None of the hurts, sorrows or disappointments of life in this system of things will bother us then.
Would you like to know when and how Jehovah God will do such wonderful things for us? The answers are all in the Bible.
Sincerely yours,
Harolyne
papernpencil@aol.com
Saturday February 10, 2018
Condolence From: Harolyne Grant
Condolence: Dear Family and Friends of Mary:
I was saddened to learn of the death of Mary on the McManus website. Even though I did not know Mary personally, please accept my deepest sympathy at your loss.
I would like to share with you some verses from the Bible that bring continuing comfort, thoughts that others have shared with me when I lost loved ones.
First, it was never our Creator's purpose that anyone should die, ever! When He put Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, they had the prospect of endless life in ageless bodies, in perfect health, on a perfect Earth (Genesis 1:28). Adam and Eve could have passed that life on to us, but they sinned and lost everything for themselves ... and us. (Romans 5:12)
Next, it comforted me and softened my feelings toward Jehovah God to learn that it is Satan who causes aging, sicknesses like cancer, and death--not God (Hebrews 2:14). Long before He created humans, the Creator already had all the angels He wanted in heaven (Job 38:7).
Finally, the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ are our guarantees that this Earth will yet be a peaceful, global paradise and that Mary (and countless millions) will be resurrected to enjoy it! Remember Jesus' words at John 5:28-29a and John 11:25: "I am the resurrection and the life," and "all those in the memorial tombs ... will be resurrected." Until then Mary, Rest In Peace.
May you have comfort and peace from these promises until the day when you can be reunited with a young and healthy Mary. And, ... if you would ever like to know more about when and how our Creator Jehovah will bring about these wonderful blessings (or why He has allowed sickness, suffering and death since Adam and Eve sinned so long ago), please feel free to contact me at the address below.
With deepest sympathy and genuine respect,
Harolyne Grant
PO Box 11311
Honolulu HI 96828-0311
papernpencil@aol.com
Wednesday February 22, 2017
Condolence From: Susan Castagna
Condolence: To my dear friend Irene and the whole family… I am so sorry for your loss. I'm so sorry that I am so far away and cannot make the services. I can't imagine the pain you all are enduring right now. Your mother was tough, down-to-earth, and a straight shooter! Those qualities about her made you all the wonderful people you are now. Your mother lived for her family, worshiped her children and her grandchildren. I do believe in heaven. I do believe her and your father are reunited. They are both young and healthy. Your mother was an unstoppable force! I truly believe her strength is now multiplied by thousands! Her and your father will continue to protect all of you and look over you and comfort you. They were your angels on earth, they are still your angels… guiding and protecting you. Look for the signs, they will be there! The memories and love will never go away! Once again, I am truly sorry that any of you have to feel the pain that you are feeling right now. My deepest sympathies. Sue (Q)
Thursday February 16, 2017
Condolence From: Susan Castagna
Condolence: To my dear friend Irene and the whole family… I am so sorry for your loss. I'm so sorry that I am so far away and cannot make the services. I can't imagine the pain you all are enduring right now. Your mother was tough, down-to-earth, and a straight shooter! Those qualities about her made you all the wonderful people you are now. Your mother lived for her family, worshiped her children and her grandchildren. I do believe in heaven. I do believe her and your father are reunited. They are both young and healthy. Your mother was an unstoppable force! I truly believe her strength is now multiplied by thousands! Her and your father will continue to protect all of you and look over you and comfort you. They were your angels on earth, they are still your angels… guiding and protecting you. Look for the signs, they will be there! The memories and love will never go away! Once again, I am truly sorry that any of you have to feel the pain that you are feeling right now. My deepest sympathies. Sue (Q)
Thursday February 16, 2017
Condolence From: Fran Bradford
Condolence: To the family of Mary, I am Lucius White's Nana. I met your mom on Deerfield Beach, Fl, while visiting my daughter Natalie. Your mom was a hoot. We had the best time with her. I have only been in her company once, spoke with her a few times on the phone. What a wonderful lady we have lost. Your family is in my prayers.
Thursday February 16, 2017
Condolence From: NormaJean Sessa
Condolence: Only a moment you stayed Mary Lovely but what an imprint your footprints have left on our hearts. My condolences and prayers go out to her family
Norma Jean & Krystal Sessa
Thursday February 16, 2017
Condolence From: Susan Castagna
Condolence: To my dear friend Irene and the whole family… I am so sorry for your loss. I'm so sorry that I am so far away and cannot make the services. I can't imagine the pain you all are enduring right now. Your mother was tough, down-to-earth, and a straight shooter! Those qualities about her made you all the wonderful people you are now. Your mother lived for her family, worshiped her children and her grandchildren. I do believe in heaven. I do believe her and your father are reunited. They are both young and healthy. Your mother was an unstoppable force! I truly believe her strength is now multiplied by thousands! Her and your father will continue to protect all of you and look over you and comfort you. They were your angels on earth, they are still your angels… guiding and protecting you. Look for the signs, they will be there! The memories and love will never go away! Once again, I am truly sorry that any of you have to feel the pain that you are feeling right now. My deepest sympathies. Sue (Q)
Thursday February 16, 2017
Condolence From: Susan Castagna
Condolence: To my dear friend Irene and the whole family… I am so sorry for your loss. I'm so sorry that I am so far away and cannot make the services. I can't imagine the pain you all are enduring right now. Your mother was tough, down-to-earth, and a straight shooter! Those qualities about her made you all the wonderful people you are now. Your mother lived for her family, worshiped her children and her grandchildren. I do believe in heaven. I do believe her and your father are reunited. They are both young and healthy. Your mother was an unstoppable force! I truly believe her strength is now multiplied by thousands! Her and your father will continue to protect all of you and look over you and comfort you. They were your angels on earth, they are still your angels… guiding and protecting you. Look for the signs, they will be there! The memories and love will never go away! Once again, I am truly sorry that any of you have to feel the pain that you are feeling right now. My deepest sympathies. Sue (Q)
Thursday February 16, 2017
Condolence From: Theresa Natale Spencer
Condolence: My Sincere Condolences,
I know what it feels like to lose a Mother. No words can describe the void and sadness. Your mom was not only my cousin, but Godmother and my memories of her are vivid and full of laughter. She was one of the most generous people I knew. She had a heart of Gold and would help anyone. She had the wit of Grandpa Dawe; her humor and happy go lucky spirit will give you the gift of great memories to treasure for a lifetime. She loved family and friends and knew how to be happy and have fun. Her kids and grand children were her treasure, pride and joy.
Now she rests with all of her family in Heaven who have gone before her and again with Tony who she loved so very much.
My sympathies and prayers are with all of you.
Cousin Theresa Natale Spencer and Family
Wednesday February 15, 2017
Condolence From: Joe Letizia
Condolence: My sincerest sympathies to you Kathy and whole family on your loss. Having gone through this recently myself, I know what you are feeling. I will pray for your Mom and for you and the family. Thank you for all your support with Barbara. She too will be praying for your Mom.
Love Joe
Wednesday February 15, 2017
