In Remembrance, With Love

A collection of memories shared by donor families

2011

In Remembrance,

With Love We dedicate this commemorative booklet to you, our donor families; and to

your loved ones who shared life with others. You shared your memories and

photographs with us so that we may know the person you loved. We express

our sincere gratitude to you for your generosity in your time of grief.

Please accept this gift of thanks to honor you and those you loved; and to

celebrate the new life they gave to others.

LifeShare

Walter Robert Kiser Mary 28, 2010

He loved his beach house and fishing. He loved to do things with his grandchild and boys. He loved to be with friends and family. He was a loveable husband. We were

married 53 years. I miss him very much.

I am happy we were able to help someone.

Robert A. Damesworth August 9, 2010

Kind, gentle, sweet man of God. Married 36 years with two wonderful sons, two beautiful daughters-in-law, and 4 grandkids ages 6, 4, 2, and 1. He loved life and was

very upbeat, positive and loving. He loved playing guitar, golf and tennis. He lived the verses Proverbs 3:5-6. He is missed not only by me, but so many friends and family. I

look forward to meeting him again in Heaven.

James A. Freda December 16, 2010

“As he gave in life, he gave in death.” I thank him for the 39 wonderful years we shared

and I thank him for giving others a new chance through his wishes.

Christina Michailidis June 9, 2010

Christina – She walked to the sound of a different drummer. She had a wonderful sense

of humor and is loved and missed every second by her family and friends. We miss you, Baby. Love, Mom and Dad

Michael Bentley Briscoe

June 18, 2010

Mike was a joy, a pleasure, and a blessing. He always loved to go fast, loved cars, music and his children. He will forever be loved and missed but will live on in our hearts and

minds. Fondly remembered with grace, gratitude, and love.

Ray Aiken Wilson

April 1, 2010

Ray was the love of my life and my best friend. He was a good husband, son, son-in-law, uncle and friend. Ray had a desire to learn and to help others. He had a smile and kind word for everyone. He loved his country and community and served his community for 35 years as a volunteer firefighter. He served in positions from firefighter, Secretary-

Treasurer to Chief, also serving as Secretary of Gaston County Firefighters Association. He was loved and is greatly missed.

Eric Alejandro Perez

May 20, 2010

Eric was a compassionate and generous man. Eric was always willing to help those in need. Once he made a friend that person was a friend forever. One of his special

qualities was the ability to see humor in unexpected situations. He kept us in stitches. He loved his son very much and was a good father. He loved music and playing video

games. He had faith in God which was the source of his strength.

Leo Jackson “Jay” Harvey III

April 19, 2010

Giving husband, father, brother, son, uncle, brother-in-law, son-in-law, friend, and mentor. Family was everything to him, including his church family. Jay’s amazing

musical talent touched the hearts and lives of so many. He was one of God’s special servants whose sparkling blue eyes and contagious smile would light up any room. He

will forever be cherished in our hearts.

Sharon Ann Lewis October 12, 2010

Reflections

To Our Moma, You never said “I’m leaving”

You never said goodbye. You were gone before we knew it,

And only God knew why. A million times we needed you,

A million times we cried, If love alone could have saved you,

You never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still.

In our hearts you hold a place, That no one could ever fill.

It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn’t go alone

For part of us went with you, The day God took you home.

Love, Your Girls,

April, Mia, Stephanie

Marcus Michale Wells June 4, 2010

To my beloved son who had a smile that brightened up a room and a laugh so jolly. And he was so well loved by many, many people who loved to be in his presence. He was

very popular in a positive sense. May he rest in peace, my beloved son.

From, Mom Mrs. Laurie Wells

Terry D. Mitchell January 30, 2010

Beloved father and husband

Kyle A. Eady October 6, 2010

Ricky Marlow Woodell, Jr. “J.R.”

February 8, 2010

J.R. – You never said that you were leaving

You never said good-bye You were gone before I knew it

And only God knew why.

A million times I’ve needed you A million times I’ve cried

If love alone could have saved you You never would have died.

In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still

In my heart you held a place That no one could ever fill.

It broke my heart to lose you,

But you didn’t go alone For a part of me went with you The day God took you home.

Keith Edward Black February 25, 2010

“Former President Bill Clinton, campaigning for his wife, Hillary, stopped in Kannapolis, North Carolina and visited at A.L. Brown High School.

I had to make sure that the campus was very clean and secure

for the Secret Service and his arrival.

How many people get the chance to have their picture made with a President of the United States? I was proud of this picture!”

Keith Edward Black

8/25/76 – 2/25/10

Jeremy Dean McManus

April 10, 2010

Most beloved son. You are missed beyond words. I miss your smile, your laugh and your extra large bear hugs.

I’m glad that you picked me to be your mom. I miss you so much.

Love, Mom

Moses Benjamin Watson

November 25, 2010

Beloved husband, son, brother, friend of the world. Ben never met a stranger; living a Christian life every day. He had such a kind, sensitive heart. Ben knew all of his

neighbors and was always performing acts of kindness. He cared deeply for the world: volunteering, serving on many committees and was very active in the political arena.

There will never be anyone like Moses Benjamin Watson. You are missed, big Fellow.

“UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN.”

Jacob Evan Jackson

December 3, 2010

"I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do."

~Edward Everett Hale

David Peter Setzer February 26, 2010

David -- God's beloved Lifting eyes unto the hills

Sees eternity

I look forward to meeting you soon.

Shalom, Sue

Carolyn Sue Rufolo 12/21/2010

Right now I'm in a different place, And though we seem apart, I'm closer than I ever was.... I'm there inside your heart.

I'm with you when you greet each day, And while the sun shines bright,

I'm there to share the sunsets, too. I'm with you every night.

I'm with you when the times are good, to share a laugh or two.

And if a tear should fall.... I'll still be there for you.

And when that day arrives that we no longer are apart,

I'll smile and hold you close to me, Forever in my heart.

Preston William Walsh

October 15, 2010

Preston was a devoted son and a loving brother. A true friend to many. He never met a stranger.

He had a brilliant sense of humor that could light up a room. “The most wasted of all days is one without laughter.”

Preston, you are loved and missed by all.

3/20/92-10/15/10

 

Michael Linn Eldridge September 18, 2010

   

   

 Michael Linn Eldridge may have appeared gruff to some but those who knew him remember him as a very caring person especially to his family and friends. But “friends” could be someone he just met but who had a need he could help fulfill. He is being remembered as someone who would engage you in conversation about yourself and show you he was genuinely interested in the information you were sharing with him. His students learned that learning how to think and how to use the facts he was teaching was more important to him than just learning the facts. Sharing his knowledge with others was more important than getting recognition for having that knowledge. Education of himself and others, organizing events or just thoughts at a meeting and his family-wife, children, grandchildren and other family members were what was important to him. And a good sailing outing or a train ride! We miss him daily but are grateful he was able to help someone through LifeShare.

Aaron Michael Griffin September 28, 2010

Just Because

Just because I no longer stand in front of your eyes doesn’t mean you can’t see me. Close them, I am there. Just because I no longer answer when you call my name doesn’t mean you can’t hear me. Speak softly, listen carefully, there is my voice. Just because I can no longer touch your hands doesn’t mean you can’t feel me. Hold on to another, my arms are there. Just because I am no longer there to show you I love you doesn’t mean my love is gone. Place your hand on your heart, feel its beat. I am there. Know that I am with God. Know that God is with you. And in that we are still with each other. Just because. . .

Michael Ray Miller January 21, 2010

Mike was the type of person that if you asked him for a cup of water, you would get the ocean. God knew how much he loved to help others. We, as his family, find it so fitting that a man who loved to help his friends, as a final gift, was able to help strangers.

Mike was a wonderful man that we were lucky enough to know. Everyone loved him because he had a fantastic sense of humor. He had beautiful eyes and a smile that lit the room. He was an incredible father, husband, son, brother, uncle and a terrific friend. The world seems less friendly without him in it and he is greatly missed.

Matthew Bridges

June 24, 2010

Matt was a son, a brother, a grandson, a nephew, a cousin and an uncle. He was a friend,

a neighbor, a co-worker, a hunter, a fisherman and an outdoorsman. He was a son-in-

law, a brother-in-law, a husband and a father. Matt, Uncle Bubba, Daddy, we love you

and miss you.

Jonathan Alexander Beegle April 23, 2010

There are not enough words to express the LOVE, friendship and entertainment that Jonathan gave the world around him.

He loved unconditionally, lived life to the fullest, and left us way too soon!

4/11/03-4/23/10

Lydia Moore February 4, 2010

God gave us a little Angel named Lydia that was as beautiful as can be! We wanted to keep her forever, but God said that was not to be!

He had her here for a purpose, with all her angelic ways. She accomplished more than most in her way to short stay.

She prayed for people that most would have just passed by!! She laughed and giggled when she probably wanted to cry, if she had been you or I!

She came to us to teach us lessons too many to list. She was a loan from heaven that we would never be able to repay.

Hey, she would greet everyone (No matter where) O.K She would answer to every request, be it day or night.

A hug she would give to everyone with all her given might, A prayer she would say for everyone even if they were out of her sight!!

I’m sure in Heaven our Lydia is the happiest greeter, And the very brightest light!!!!

Dennis DeWayne Austin August 6, 2010

You were a beautiful person filled with love and kindness. Your smile was contagious. We are so proud of your choice to share life, even in death, your kindness is shared. We are thankful for our time with you, though it was not enough, we miss you so much. Thank you for your love, your friendship and the life you shared with us. With sad hearts we mourn you, with joyful hearts we honor you. We love you for eternity.

Save a place for us, we'll see you soon. Love, Hugs & Kisses, Your Family

February 13, 1971 - August 6, 2010

Teresa Ann Treadwell October 6, 2010

Friendly Teresa loved people with a special fondness for the elderly and children. Among her fine qualities were faithfulness, dependability and a spirit that never

complained. She often said, “Giving to others is what life is all about.”

Terrance R. Williams May 20, 2010

For You, Brother, I promise you this: I will go on with my life and make you proud. I will always hold you in my heart.

I promise you that I will be missing you until the end of time but this is not my end, and I can’t hold my head under water. I need to breathe. I need to love and miss you, but I also need to live because through me you will LIVE – brother, son uncle, nephew and

friend.

Ronald A. Norman May 27, 2010

His kindness and generous heart were always evident. Ron was a true friend to be trusted, counted on and loved forever.

He gave his wife 30 years of love, devotion, friendship, support, humor, fun. Nothing

else in my life will ever compare.

Nataly Rose Autry October 31. 2010

Never forgotten Always loved and cherished

Daughter and sister Forever in our hearts

Jaymason Andrew Fitts July 27, 2010

Keep my memory with you, For memories never die. I will be there with you,

When you look across the sky. I will be there in the clouds, In the birds that fill the air.

In the beauty of a fragrant rose, You will find my memory there.

You will feel me in the tenderness,

Of a tiny baby’s touch. You will hear me if you listen, In the twilight’s gently hush. When your hearts are heavy,

And you feel that you are alone. Just reach down deep inside of you,

For you heart is now my home.

Randall Aven Heritage April 30, 2010

Randy Heritage – Beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. His Christian love, integrity, and decency governed the way he lived. We miss you so much, Randy.

Rochaad D. Ingram June 20, 2010

To A Special Son, Brother, Grandson, and Nephew,

Rochaad, you are a dream come true and a special treasure to cherish. You brought such happiness and joy and many warm memories which will always be remembered.

Rochaad, being a donor brought life and happiness to others and for that you will always be loved, missed, and appreciated.

Ashley LeeAnn Johnson May 11, 2010

To the sweetest person I ever met, I want you to know I miss your smile and the joy that you had for everybody. I know that you are looking down on me with bright eyes and

happy thoughts. I miss you so much and love you with all my heart. Can’t wait to see you again one day. “I love you.”

Daddy

Janie Evelyn Kimbrough April 2, 2010

Loving sister, aunt, friend and caregiver missed but not forgotten.

Evan Knotek June 20, 2010

Matthew Bobby Russell-Kyle July 11, 2010

A wonderful son, grandson, brother, nephew, student and friend. He never met a stranger and was never without a smile.

May his smile live on forever.

James Bratton “Jim” Tucker February 20, 2010

Jim loved life and he touched so many with his smile and friendly ways. His grandfather told me not to worry about Jim, for with his good looks and personality,

he would go far in life. From the time he was a little boy, Jim loved music.

He had a beautiful voice and played the guitar for all occasions. I am sure Jim is still performing and is in the Heavenly Choir using all his talents that

God gave him.

William Antoine Grier October 20, 2010

Antoine’s favorite scripture:

God loved the world so much that He gave His one and only Son so that whoever believes in Him may not be lost, but have eternal life.

Beloved husband, father, son, brother, friend, and co-worker. He loved God, family,

friends and his job. Favorite pastimes – fishing, cooking and eating “red velvet cake.”

Hal L. Carpenter January 1, 2010

Hal loved his family, the land, his pets and livestock, history, basketball, and working at Gaston Day School.

He served his country as a military policeman in the U.S. Army. He served his

community as a charter member of South Fork Volunteer Fire Department. He served his church as a faithful member and councilman.

He was dependable, trustworthy, and hard-working. He labored as a dairy farmer for 57 years. He had a great sense of humor. He loved a good joke. Hal was protective of his

family and a strong man. We believed he could do or fix anything. He never let us down.

He is greatly loved and sorely missed.

Jimmy Lee Price September 6, 2010

Beloved son, brother, grandson and uncle, cousin and friend to many. Jimmy was always the life of the party. Jimmy’s favorite quote, “Bruh, let’s go ham on them!” Jimmy

loved everyone that was around him. He will forever be missed and in our heart always.

Vicki D. Welty December 4, 2010

Vicki loved her family, the outdoors, her dogs, helping others, and life in general. Gone from our side, but never our hearts.

Love and miss you always.

Robert Michael Vails December 21, 2010

Robbie loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. He enjoyed the Scottish Highland Games, making people laugh and helping others.

Christopher Storm Schueneman August 17, 2010

Christopher was loved by all. He was a very caring child and at the age of 14 already had big plans for himself. He wanted to be a heart surgeon so he could care for others as well

as he had been cared for himself. Chris was a very active child and loved to fish and hunt. He will be truly missed by those who Christopher came in contact with.

Jim N. Perkins November 17, 2010

Jim always strived to make everyone he met feel special. He had a big smile for everyone. People always described him as being upbeat and happy. He was a giving and

caring man who wanted to help others. Jim was always a strong advocate for organ donation, and over his lifetime gave over 20 gallons of blood through the Red Cross. His

other passions included rooting for the UNC Tarheels and telling proud stories of his daughter and two granddaughters.

We miss you and will always love you.

Rebecca Frances Preast March 14, 2010

She gave a special gift that day more than what you know. We say her gift to you but there is one that may not show.

A budding flame of God’s love is what she gave to me. Love for those we do not know and those we cannot see.

She was the vessel for Gods gift and only wanted in return God’s light to shine on you and on me.

Even though she could not stay I know that she can see Her gifts made you whole again and brought new life to me.

God’s love comforts us and carries us through. And I know one day we will also reach for God’s hand

and meet you in the promised land.

Nicholas Mayhew November 16, 2009

Nick loved the outdoors – everything outdoors. He loved the ocean. He loved his family. He loved his daughter. He was beautiful – inside and out. He was so loved, not only by his family, but by everyone he called a real friend. We miss you, Nick, always

and forever! Remember your promise!!

Dominic N. Mahone September 10, 2010

Dominic means ‘Victorious’ John 11:25

Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. He that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live.

Nicholas means ‘Belonging to God’ John 10:29

“My Father which gave them Me is greater than all and no man is able to pluck them out of my Father’s hand.”

Nick’s smile warmed the heart of all that looked upon it.

Ronnie J. Cutshaw August 28, 2010

Ronnie was liked by everyone that met him and loved by everyone that knew him. We miss him so much but have the joy that one day we will all be together in heaven. I thank

God upon every remembrance of him.

Michael Eugene Broome November 13, 2010

There’s not a day that goes by that you are not missed. You left us without warning. We love you and think of you everyday!

Ann, Daniel, Nick, Tina and Chugg

Scott Cornwell February 16, 2010

“Has this world been so kind to you that you should leave with regret? There are better things ahead than any we leave behind.”

- C.S. Lewis

We miss your smile, your humor, your love and always will.

-Your loving family

Franklin Eugene Cartrett October 23, 2010

My daddy was a kind, loving man who was happiest spending time with his family. His grandsons were his whole world. He loved helping out with the church and was trained in disaster relief. He truly believed that everyone deserves a second chance. I think that’s

one reason he became a donor. He is greatly missed every single day.

Brandon K. Messick July 4, 2010

Brandon was a family man. A loving son, brother, uncle and friend. He never met a stranger and had a smile that lit the world. He enjoyed the simple things in life - fishing, hiking, music, weight lifting, playing pool and cars. His career goal was to serve in the

military to honor his grandfather. We love and miss you.

A Picture Of You

by Deborah Robinson

I only have a picture now, A frozen piece of time,

To remind me of how it was, When you were here, and mine.

I see your smiling eyes,

Each morning when I wake, I talk to you, and place a kiss,

Upon your lovely face.

How much I miss you being here, I really can not say,

The ache is deep inside my heart, And never goes away.

I hear it mentioned often,

That time will heal the pain, But if I'm being honest,

I hope it will remain.

I need to feel you constantly, To get me through the day,

I loved you so very much, Why did you go away?

The angels came and took you,

That really wasn't fair, They took my one and only son,

My future life. My heir.

If only they had asked me, If I would take your place,

I would have done so willingly, Leaving you this world to grace.

You should have had so many years,

To watch your life unfold, And in the mist of this,

Watch me, your Mum grow old!

I hope your watching from above, At the daily tasks I do,

And let there be no doubt at all, I really do love you.

Mz. Jaylen Jackson May 4, 2010

Mommy, I miss you and I love true. Mommy, please stop feeling blue.

I left you only for a short while,

And God will see to it that you walk that extra mile.

You are my mommy and God knew best He only wanted to put the family to a test.

Don’t cry for me, Mommy, for I am fine.

You will meet me again and it’s not the last time…

- Nisha Cunningham

My Lil Jaylen was our heart and soul. She was the center of our life and only God knows.

We love her and miss her so very much. Her hands and skin was such a lovely touch.

She was our princess here on earth and my daughter’s angel at birth.

We miss you , Jaylen.

Gerald Roof August 18, 2010

Life is but a stopping place, A pause in what's to be,

A resting place along the road, to sweet eternity.

We all have different journeys, Different paths along the way,

We all were meant to learn some things, but never meant to stay... Our destination is a place, Far greater than we know.

For some the journey's quicker, For some the journey's slow.

And when the journey finally ends, We'll claim a great reward,

And find an everlasting peace, Together with the Lord.

Kyle Buchanan May 13, 2010

Your Sweet Smile

Though your smile is missed And your hand we cannot touch.

We still have many memories Of the one we loved so much. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part. God has you in His keeping. We have you in our hearts.

Sadly missed, but never forgotten.

David Canter Huffman October 29, 2010

Our beloved son, brother, uncle, grandson and friend of many. He will be forever loved and forever missed.

David believed family and friends are the most important things you can have in life. His favorite quote: "Ya gotta take the good with the bad, smile with the sad, love what you

got and remember what you had." - Patrick Houston

Kendal E. Bryant July 7, 2010

Kendal was a fine young man. Well-known pressure manages. He had respect for everyone and was a good father to his children. He loved to fish. Fishing was his joy. He loved all his nurses at CMC and a special doctor, Dr. Frank and Susan and Chere’.

They were his heart. He loved the Lord.

Robert “Bob” Caldwell October 17, 2010

Bob, we know you didn’t choose to go and leave us all behind But depart you did and your absence has left a great void in our hearts and lives.

We miss your smile, your voice, your touch, the way you kept us safe

But darling we are grateful for the many gifts you gave us

So thank you for twenty incredible years and for loving us all so well And know that within our hearts and souls your memory will forever dwell.

Michael D. Haynes September 15, 2010

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He worked at Caterpillar for forty years and retired to Pisgah Forest, N.C. He was a

Knights of Columbus and cleared trails for the Forest Service. Michael was an amazing man who will be forever missed.

Lucy Ann Locklear February 27, 2010

Lucy was a loving mother, devoted wife, caring grandmother, special sister, aunt, and friend. She was a faithful, humble, and patient servant of God. She constantly

demonstrated her love, and with a bright smile shared her favorite phrase, “I love you!” Now she wears a crown of jewels and sings with angels in God’s presence.

12/3/53 – 2/27/2010

William Henry Haas, III October 31, 2010

“To know me is to know my family.” - Bill Haas

John Nicholls September 21, 2010

Beloved husband and father of four. Loved woodworking and building anything he could dream up.

He was a true family man and is missed everyday!

Ronnie Lee Underdown December 31, 2009

Ronnie was a loving husband and father. He always put his family before any needs of his own. Ronnie loved the outdoors whether it be yard work, hunting, fishing or just a

walk in the woods. We miss him dearly. Ronnie, we are looking forward to seeing you again someday where we can resume our lives together. We love and miss you daily.

Paul Miles Ridgway November 22, 2010

Paul traveled through life making friends wherever he went. He loved to be outdoors – kayaking, camping, biking, cheering at Death Valley, or just walking his dog. He did it

all with exuberance and joy.

Ryan Patrick O’Connor April 9, 2010

Ryan enjoyed kayaking and working on his ’68 truck. In his 22 years, he touched many lives. He is dearly missed by many. Till we met again…you remain forever young.

Love,

Mom, Michael, Melissa and Cheryl

Mark Anthony Shade November 28, 2010

Beloved son, brother, uncle and friend. The youngest of four sons. Being raised in church when he gave his life to God, he became a dedicated and active member of Mt. Herman AME Church. Mark loved Sunday School and Bible study as he read

and studied his Bible each day. Mark, we cherish your sweet memory and miss you more and more each day. God is the Keeper of your soul.

Larry Jay Smith January 13, 2010

The human heart, at whatever age, opens only to the heart that opens in return. Larry always had an open heart to help anyone. You can do the same by being a donor.

Dennis DeWayne Austin August 6, 2010

Beloved husband, father, and best friend. Dennis never met a stranger.

You will be missed. We love you!

Narcisa Singzon Borg December 29, 2010

Ode to My Wife, Narcisa

She was Narcing to her family She was Narcy to her friends

She was Dottorre to her clients She has Honey to me

She counted her blessings every day Then she gave many of them away God will provide, she always said

There will never be a rainy day

She shared her joys, she shared my tears Our love grew stronger through the years

Amid the cares of married life I was so blessed with you, my wife

Her heart did never grow cold Her inner beauty did unfold

In spite of toil and worldly strife She was always a loving wife

Giving was always one of her joys

Whether a hot meal or a bunch of toys She always gave a helping hand Broken hearts she tried to mend

God has called her to His side

Heaven’s gates were opened wide Trumpets blurring long and loud

Welcome child you’ve done Me proud

She was Narcing to her family She was Narcy to her friends She was Dottore to her clients

She was Godsend to me

© Alfred C. Borg

Skylar Tianna Brooks August 7, 2010

A love that grows so strong, even though the heart is broken They say you’ll never hear me, but it’s to your soul I’ve spoken

We are connected on a level that the world may never see You, your mommy, brother, Jaden and me

You have and always lift us up; higher and higher You will be with us always, our angel, fairy princess Baby Skylar.

-Kip Brooks

Jamey Aaron Arrowood August 5, 2010

Jamey had a heart so full of love that it spilled over to so many people and left a wonderful legacy that we will always rejoice in. As Peyton expresses, “There’s so much to say that we can’t tell it all.” Jesse says, “I am so glad my daddy is in heaven because he doesn’t have gout anymore.” Both say that they have the best father in the world! Jamey brought so much joy to the world through his faithfulness to God, wife, children, family, friends and a true servant to God. We thank God for the joy that he has been in our lives! We all see him everyday because he made such a difference in the world. Jamey was loved by all who knew him!

Victor L. Graham May 14, 2010

Loving, caring, sharing, always helping others.

Always in our hearts!

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