Kenny,  
I just learned of Linda's passing yesterday and just want you to know that I truly admired your devotion and great care that you gave for Linda.  She truly was a fighter.  I hope you find comfort knowing that you did all you could.  Michelle, RN (Amedisys)

For Kenny (from your friend):

From an Angel on high a tender message of love was softly whispered into the ear of this humble scribe....

Weep not for me now that I have passed.
Remember the laughter, the affection, the joy not just the recent tears.
Cherish the memories, our hopes and dreams.
Hold fast to the love that we shared.
Be happy with the time we spent together and being anew.
For I am not really gone, I am closer than ever before.
As the morning sun rises and throughout the busy day...I am with you.
Until the setting sun disappears on the horizon and we watch the day turn into night...I am here.
You may feel a faint breeze stir round your head, while you slumber as I gently kiss your forehead, "Good night."
The stars that shine so brightly in my heavenly sky help me watch over you and keep you from harm.
I am the wind in the trees and the song of a bird.
I am moonbeams in a midnight sky
and a glorious rainbow after the storm.
I am morning dew and freshly-fallen snow.
I am a butterfly flying overhead
and a puppy happily at play.
I am a smile on a stranger's face
a gentle touch a warm embrace.
Listen to the wind for my message of love.
Watch the sun rise and set in the sky with me.
Feel my essence encircle you with warm memories.
Open your heart to know...I am not gone.
Reach deep into your soul...You will find me.
I am here.
Have no fear.
I am with you,
Always.

Kenny, Eric and family: We would like to express our deepest sympathy in the passing of your wife and mother. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in the coming weeks ahead.

The families of Mike Lockwood and Mark Lockwood would like to express their sincere sympathy in the passing of your wife. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you today and in the coming weeks. May the memories you made with your wife and family bring you peace in the days to come.

The families of Mike Lockwood and Mark Lockwood would like to express their sincere sympaty in the passing of your wife, Linda. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you today and in the coming weeks. May the memories you made with your wife and family bring you peace at this difficult time in your life.

Eric buddy, Susan and I are very sorry to hear about your loss.  Our thoughts will be with you and your entire family

Brad & family:  Our prayers are with your family.  God bless.

Eric--I am so sorry for your loss.  You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

The Day God Called You Home

God looked around his Garden and found an empty place.
He then looked down upon his earth and saw your loving face.

He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. 
His Garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering, he knew you were in pain. 
And knew that you would never get well on earth again.
He saw your path was difficult, he closed your tired eyes, 
He whispered to you "Peace be Thine" and gave you wings to fly.
When we saw you sleeping so calm and free of pain,
We would not wish you back to earth to suffer once again.
You've left us precious memories, your love will be our guide, 
You live on through your family, you're always by our side.
It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone. 
For part of us went with you on the day God called you home

Mindy Pieper

Whenever Your life is out of tune
And no melody soothes your soul,
Look to the Master whose gentle touch..
Will bless you and make you whole.

Like and old violin with so little worth,
A life may be far less than grand..,
But may be transformed in a moment you see,
By The Touch of The Master's Hand.

Your family is in our prayers...
Chad, Wanda, & Jenna Englert

Eric, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I hope memories give you comfort. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Thoughts and prayers go out to Kenny, children, grandchildren and the entire family.  May God give you peace knowing she is with her heavenly Father.

From, Victory Temple Assembly of God Church Family, Jasper

Mundy:  so sorry to hear of your loss.  May God give you and your family the strength you need at this time.  God bless.

Mindy:  My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this time.  May God give you strength and courage to get through this loss. 

Lloyd and Judy Phillips

Sorry about your loss, Linda was one of the nicest people i have ever met , she will be greatly missed. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.                                                                                                                                     Bobby Goller II

My deepest sympathy to you Kenny, Mindy, Eric,and Granchildren.  May God give you the strength you need during this time of loss.  Linda (Frick) Gentry

Kenny,We're sorry to hear of Linda's passing may God bless you and your family in this time of Sorrow.Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family

I only knew Linda for a short time this past summer but was touched deeply by her warmth and sweetness. She was a woman of strength who greatly loved her family. I mourn your loss and send my prayers to your family. - Eileen Rich

Kenny and family - we are so very sorry to hear of your loss. We will be keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
 - Scott and Roxanne Volkman

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

Kenny, We are so sorry to hear about Linda's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Eric I am so sorry for your loss you and your family will be in our prayers

Eric,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom.
Karen (Stephan) Sayre.

Kenny, My greatest sympathy to you and your family on this great loss.  Faith, family and friends helped me thru my loss with Ray.  My prayers and thoughts are with your family.

Our thoughts and prayers have been with you and will continue to be with your entire family through these very difficult times.  We are so sorry to hear of Linda's passing.  She was a GREAT woman!  Never forget she is in a much better place now with The Good Lord above.

May God bless all of you!

Sincerely,

The Stratman's - Jim, Ingrid, Calvin, Wyatt, Nash and Olivia

Mindy, I am so sorry for your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are going out to you and your family.

I will greatly miss such a wonderful person.  Linda put the meaning in Grandma, Mother, Wife, Friend.  She always treated everyone with love and respect and wanted everyone's life to be happy and if she could, she would fix it so they were.  I share so many memories of Linda, that I will cherish them the rest of my life here and will meet her again in Heaven.  One of the last things I said to her was she spoils her grandbabys, and she told me "no I don't" and laughed.  I know that she is walking the shores of heaven and can't wait until we will join her.  Kenny, you were her rock and has always taken care of her in a way that would put 80% of the husbands to shame.  I'm so glad she had a loving husband.  Know that you have great children and grandchildren that came from a mold of committment, love, charity, and all the things God intended in man to have.  We @ A+ will always be there for you and your family.
Love Lori Rodgers, A+Financial
Sharon Clark, A+Financial
Amy Taylor, A+Financial

There are no words to say how much Linda will be missed.  She was a very sweet, gifted, wonderful and blessed lady.  All of our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Kenny, and the rest of the family.  We are always here for you.

Our sympathies to Kenny , children and grandchildren..Linda was a very sweet lovable lady who will be sorely missed by many. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and in the coming days ahead..Our love, Jerry and Lolita Conner

my prayers go out to you and your family 
Christina morris (pizza hut)

So sorry Kenny!  Linda will be greatly missed!  She was a great lady!  You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
The Jagelewski Family

We're so sorry to hear about Linda.  Kenny, I hope you can take some comfort in knowing that you had 42 years with the woman of your dreams.  Very few of us truly ever find our "soul" mate...you were one of the lucky ones.  Linda was a testament of what a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother we should all strive to be.   Her love for each of you is something you can carry in your heart.  

The Crowell's

At this sad time, may you find comfort in memories shared, may knowing that you're in the thoughts and prayers of friends and family lessen your grief, and may God grant you peace. I hope the following brings you comfort.
A LETTER FROM HEAVEN...by Ruth Ann Mahaffey
To my dearest family, some things Id 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 am 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”. Its 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 so badly, you are part of my plan. There is so much that we can 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 days 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. 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 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 Id like it for you too; that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who is 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 was 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 them 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. 
Deepest Sympathy to the family.

OBITUARY

Linda D. Gentry Grooms

October 29, 1949 – September 25, 2010

Alexander Funeral Home-Newburgh Chapel

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