Obituary for Debra R. Aldridge

Condolence From: John and Connie Wodicka, Columbus, Ohio
Condolence: Kevin, words don't feel sufficient at a time like this, but we hope you can take comfort in knowing there are many who have you and your children in our hearts and our prayers during this difficult time and in the days ahead. God bless.

Condolence From: Rebecca Wright, Columbus, Ohio
Condolence: Kevin,
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.

Rebecca and Tom Wright

Condolence From: Sally Berger, Mount Vernon, Ohio
Condolence: Kevin, Jim and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. We have all of your family in our prayers. May the love of your family and friends sustain you through this difficult time.

With love and grace,
Sally & Jim

Condolence From: Julie Otto-Riber, Powell, OH
Condolence: So sorry for your family's loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you.

Condolence From: Robert & Deborah Ostafi, Florence, Kentucky
Condolence: 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

Condolence From: Bob and Mary Roberts, Poinciana, FL
Condolence: Bryan and Family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. We know this is a very difficult time for all of you. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Mary and Bob

Condolence From: Shannon Pond, Galena, Ohio
Condolence: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you and give you peace in this difficult time.

Love you all,
Shannon