Clarence Gathers Obituary

Dear Opal,

Our hearts are very sadden to learn of the untimely demise of Ranny, he was and always will be a part of our homecoming. For many years he made sure we had the great seafood and great company. He told us great stories of our mother too. I am sorry I,m not there, but it warms my heart to know that Sam(sonnyboy)and Deborah(red his classmate) is there to represent the moultrie family, We will forever miss him and we are praying for the entire family. Please remember that weeping may endure for a night, but thank God joy cometh in the morning. Stay strong.

In christian love,

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Dear Opa & Family,
Although I am able to be with you and the family during your time of sorrow, but I want you to know that my heart is sadden to know of your lost. "Ranny" will always hold a special place in my heart for his many acts of kindness. Howbeit, please know that I am praying for you and the entire Gathers family.

Janie

For the Lord does not abandon anyone forever. Though he brings grief, he also shows compassion according to the greatness of his unfailing love."

To Aunt Opal and Family:

Randy will truly be missed. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.

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 1998-2006

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

You will be missed.

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

I will always remember the many, many kind and thoughtful things that your son had done for me, my children and my entire family. Randy was always a good friend to me and I will treasure the memories of our candid talks. Your son is one of the most honest young man I've known and I am proud to have been a friend.

YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU

LOVE & KINDNESS
LAVERN,TALEIA,LAVONTAY MCCANICK
EULA MCCANICK & FAMILY