I remember the sound of her laughter and she always kept her home, totally spotless from ceiling to floor and the warmth that she gave anybody who entered through her door.  She called me about a year ago just to check on me to make sure that I was doing well, something that she had done from time to time over the course of thirty or so years. With each and every one of those check up calls she never ended a conversation without saying, " I love you Hun". I have so many memories of Iris that it would take forever to write them all down. This earth lost an amazing lady that will always be remembered by all who knew and loved her. Many prayers for her family as they lay her to rest. May the Lord be with her family today and the days that follow.

Iris and My Sister, Ernestine were Friends,
She loved Her very much, they had great
times together,She has gone on to be with
the Lord. May God keep His arms around
each of You left behind.
                              In Christ,  Jo Ann Castleberry

Such a precious person this world has lost but what a beautiful angel heaven has gained.  No words can express what this sweet lady meant to so many people.   What a great mentor to be raised by.  Ern, Mark and David know that each of you are in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days and know that one day she will be standing there with open arms welcoming you home again.  Love to each of you!

Oh, the joyous reunion going on in Heaven right now.  Iris, her first love, Buddy, Moms, Dads, Sister, and Brother's rejoicing, singing, loving & laughing.  Our Father welcomed a new energetic  leader, director, and trainer to our wondrous heavens.   Whole again, earthly pain and suffering is all over for Iris, as He holds her up in the palms of His hands, healing forever.
I now vision Iris, ( my precious Sister-In-Love ) being placed in charge of teaching and demonstrating her infectious laughter, smile perfection, fastidious housekeeping skills, and designing new, fashionable, sparkling Angel gowns or robes. every jewel & feather placed perfectly, working by golden harp melodies, with a choir of Angels singing softly.
Ernie, Mark, and David, the sorrow, and pain of losing your Mama can never be measured, or spoken in words.  What may comfort each of you in the future tomorrows,  are the precious memories she left with you forever more, the teachings and skills she instilled, and above all, 
she taught you that God is always first in your lives,  just as He was first with her.
Sadness and grieving, tears flowing, or tears being choked back, being strong or weak, is all okay.
We love you, support you, and we will always be here for you.  We have always loved, and appreciated your sweet Mom's generous permission, and her blessings in allowing  us to be your number two Mom and Dad, and a big Brother to Jason.  It really took a strong, selfless,  Godly Mother to allow us the honor of sharing & loving each of you so very much.  Iris filled her role completely in raising three wonderful boys into strong, loving, kind, generous, handsome, and God loving men.  Your Mom loved you as much as love can ever expand, was a great Mother, and she was always your loudest cheerleader, plus your best friend ever.  Always!
We love you Ernie, Mark, David, Aubrey, and Beth, 
Love,    Aunti E, and Uncle Danny
 



The world lost a beautiful soul, but it was heaven's gain. She now has her wings and once again with Buddy. 
Iris always had a smile and happy each time I saw her.  Me-Ma thought the world of her and so did I. 
Ernie, Mark, and David your Mother was special and I know she was proud of each one of you. I'm truly sorry for your loss. 

Love you all.
Donna

Our thoughts, love, and prayers are with  your entire family. Iris was always so very sweet and has such a gentle loving soul.
Much love to you all!
Craig, Don, Marilyn and Madilyn

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Iris Martin Surles

2 mars 1941 – 12 juin 2018

Kilgroe Funeral Home

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