I’ll never forget when we lost you during our eighth grade year (1984) following a complicated tonsillectomy. It was a tough time for us (your classmates) to grasp the reality that you wouldn’t be back in class with us. We remember you as a very shy and quiet girl, who appreciated everything she had. What warms our hearts is the vision we have of you being held in your mother’s arms once again…we know you lost her as a toddler. For that, we can smile and rest assured knowing that you’re okay.
As for us, your fellow classmates, we’ve grown older. You’d be surprised; some of us even have gray hair now. I can say with absolute certainty that you’d be proud of our childhood friends…they’re all amazing! As we move forward and prepare for our 20-year class reunion this fall, you’ll be in our hearts and minds every step of the way. We will celebrate the fact that we were blessed to have spent part of our youth growing up with you, even if it was only for a short time. We’ll also continue to be at ease knowing that you’re in heaven being fully embraced by your mother’s love and the warm spirit of God’s angels as you walk the golden streets of heaven.
We love and miss you…we’ll see you on the other side.
There have been countless times throughout the years that I have thought of you. I remember riding the same bus and many days sharing a seat with you when many others would not. You were always so very quiet with a warm smile. You and I were alike in some ways. We were different from the others...stood out in a croud.
I'll never forget the announcement on the school intercom notifying us, your classmates, of your death. I was sitting in Ms. Vass' class stunned and dismayed. You were so young! How could this be?
One thing I do know is that this life holds too many why's and not enough because's. Your passing definitely fits into that category for me. I have often wondered what you would be like if you were still with us...what profession you would hold. Yet, I know that God sees through the portals of time and knows what is best for us even when we, or those we may leave behind, don't. In that alone we must trust. He is sovereign.
Please know that I value our friendship to this day and will remember you always. See you when I get there!
Your pal,
Melinda
P.S. Have Jesus introduce you to my hubby, Mark. He'll make you smile!
Roberta, I did not know for a very long time... We sat next to each other in Mrs. Jenkin's 8th grade Homeroom/English. You were very quiet, but somehow Angie Carey and I would always make you laugh with our goofy ways. We would sometimes get into a little trouble (not too much though, cause I think Mrs. Jenkin's got a kick out of our antics as much as you did)... I was so sad when you did not return back to school that year... I really missed you, you were our buddy... Bonnie Brown PS.. I wish you were here enjoying this time with us, but I know you will be watching over us and snickering at our crazy selfs...
Roberta, We were such good buddies at middle school. I loved to hear you talk because you were always so quiet. I know you are in heaven with your momma and with momma's are a wonderful place to be. You have been watching over us for so long.
It hurt so when you left us because none of us really got a chance to say goodbye to you. We knew you were having your tonsils out and then...you never came back. Mrs. Vass cried ...I remember because she was always so happy. She loved you so. I sat by your little empty chair for several weeks until someone moved it.
Scott Stout
Roberta,I’ll never forget when we lost you during our eighth grade year (1984) following a complicated tonsillectomy. It was a tough time for us (your classmates) to grasp the reality that you wouldn’t be back in class with us. We remember you as a very shy and quiet girl, who appreciated everything she had. What warms our hearts is the vision we have of you being held in your mother’s arms once again…we know you lost her as a toddler. For that, we can smile and rest assured knowing that you’re okay.
As for us, your fellow classmates, we’ve grown older. You’d be surprised; some of us even have gray hair now. I can say with absolute certainty that you’d be proud of our childhood friends…they’re all amazing! As we move forward and prepare for our 20-year class reunion this fall, you’ll be in our hearts and minds every step of the way. We will celebrate the fact that we were blessed to have spent part of our youth growing up with you, even if it was only for a short time. We’ll also continue to be at ease knowing that you’re in heaven being fully embraced by your mother’s love and the warm spirit of God’s angels as you walk the golden streets of heaven.
We love and miss you…we’ll see you on the other side.
Rest in peace,
Scott Stout
Melinda Kouns (Swim)
Roberta,There have been countless times throughout the years that I have thought of you. I remember riding the same bus and many days sharing a seat with you when many others would not. You were always so very quiet with a warm smile. You and I were alike in some ways. We were different from the others...stood out in a croud.
I'll never forget the announcement on the school intercom notifying us, your classmates, of your death. I was sitting in Ms. Vass' class stunned and dismayed. You were so young! How could this be?
One thing I do know is that this life holds too many why's and not enough because's. Your passing definitely fits into that category for me. I have often wondered what you would be like if you were still with us...what profession you would hold. Yet, I know that God sees through the portals of time and knows what is best for us even when we, or those we may leave behind, don't. In that alone we must trust. He is sovereign.
Please know that I value our friendship to this day and will remember you always. See you when I get there!
Your pal,
Melinda
P.S. Have Jesus introduce you to my hubby, Mark. He'll make you smile!
Bonnie Brown (Sutton)
Roberta,I did not know for a very long time... We sat next to each other in Mrs. Jenkin's 8th grade Homeroom/English. You were very quiet, but somehow Angie Carey and I would always make you laugh with our goofy ways. We would sometimes get into a little trouble (not too much though, cause I think Mrs. Jenkin's got a kick out of our antics as much as you did)... I was so sad when you did not return back to school that year... I really missed you, you were our buddy...
Bonnie Brown
PS.. I wish you were here enjoying this time with us, but I know you will be watching over us and snickering at our crazy selfs...
Aimee Nance (Adkins)
Roberta,We were such good buddies at middle school. I loved to hear you talk because you were always so quiet. I know you are in heaven with your momma and with momma's are a wonderful place to be. You have been watching over us for so long.
It hurt so when you left us because none of us really got a chance to say goodbye to you. We knew you were having your tonsils out and then...you never came back. Mrs. Vass cried ...I remember because she was always so happy. She loved you so. I sat by your little empty chair for several weeks until someone moved it.
You are never forgotten.
We love you.
Aimee