04/19/10 - NNHS Newsletter Mary

I knew Mary through Esther Hall, her long time friend and fellow co-worker from many years ago. I admired her strength of character and warm and loving heart. She was very special and my deepest condolences to you her family. I am glad I was able to meet and know her.
Cynda Carlton

~ Cynda Carlton, Hampton, Virginia

~ Kim Allsbrook, Newport News, Virginia

April 21, 2010

I knew and loved Mary for over 50 years and I will miss her monthly conversations we shared. My heart and prayers are with you all. Love, Esther Hall

~ Esther Hall

April 21, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mary Hayden. She was our Bingo partner, neighbor, and friend. We will miss her spunky personality and conversation.

~ Laverne Taylor & Linda Erickson

April 22, 2010

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)
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I will forever miss you, Ninny, and you are always in my mind and heart. I Love You always and forever.

~ Deborah Rose, Hampton, Virginia

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			NEWPORT NEWS - Mary Florence Hayden, 86, went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 16, 2010. Loving mother of six children, Mary Ann Homsher of Maryland, Joseph Kozloski of Newport News, Nathan Kozloski, deceased, Jo Ann Compton of North Carolina, Debbie Levy of Newport News, Mary Lee Lai of New York. She was a proud grandmother to 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Additionally, she is survived by a brother, Thomas Parker of Amelia. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in her honor may be made to the .



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