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In Remembrance, With Love

A collection of memories shared by donor families

2012

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

Steven Charles Banks

May 13, 2011

Don’t grieve for me, for now I am free.

I’m following the path God laid for me.

My life’s been full, I savored much.

Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.

A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss.

Ah yes, these things I too will miss.

Lift up your heart and share with me.

God wanted me now, God set me free.

Lisa Ann Barboun

July29, 2011

Lisa was an Angel on earth,

And is now an Angel in Heaven.

Lisa took on every challenge that came her way;

Never complained; never looked back;

And encouraged those around her.

Every person or animal befriended by Lisa

Bettered their life for having known her.

Christopher R. Bartok

June 27, 2011

Chris had the most gentle, tender spirit of any person I’ve ever known. God himself planted a garden full of love

and kindness in my husband’s heart. He was my husband, best friend, partner and father of our beautiful

children. I believe being a devoted, loving, present father blessed Chris the most in this life. It was beautiful to

witness a gift from above. We will remember him in the children's eyes; in the mountains he so loved; the fish in

the stream he treasured; the beasts of the woods he honored; and we will meet one day again on that

beautiful shore.

John N. Beaty III

September 10, 2011

John was the love of my life. He was a beloved husband, father, son and brother. He loved life and enjoyed spending time with his family and hiking in God’s

beautiful creation. We will miss that beautiful smile and great laugh that could light up a room, but know we will

see him again one day in heaven.

James Allen “Flip” Bowden

December 13, 2011

When tomorrow starts without me

and I’m not there to see,

Please try to understand that an Angel came by

and took me by the hand and said

my place was ready for me in heaven,

and that I’d have to leave behind all those I love.

So when tomorrow starts without me,

don’t think we’re far apart,

for every time you think of me,

I will always be in your hearts.

Lisa Dalton Bradford

October 16, 2011

Lisa was an incredible wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Lisa’s bright smile revealed her warm and loving spirit. She was extraordinarily thoughtful and selfless. Lisa was always more than eager to lend a

hand to anyone in need. She had a wonderful sense of humor. A room would light up at the sound of her infectious laugh. Lisa was simply a remarkably

amazing person.

Robert Keith Bradley

March 18, 2011

“You can’t out give God

But it’s fun to try.”

Robert Keith was known for saying this a lot. He had just been given permission to preach in his

church,

True Vine Church of God.

John Edward BrewerJanuary 20, 2011

John was a veteran of the Unites States Air Force who was trained as a Flight Simulator Technician. His last duty was with the B2 Stealth Bomber

Wing. He was also a uniquely talented tinkerer who could fix “anything.” He had a great smile, a ready wit, and always enjoyed a joke or pun.

John was an RC airplane enthusiast who enjoyed movies, crossword puzzles, Scrabble, Mille Bourne, history, Jeopardy!, and a wide range of music.

He was and honorable man who treated everyone with respect. John was a loving and devoted husband; kind, loyal, and caring brother and friend. He will

remain forever in our thoughts and in our hearts.

Ronald W. Burleson

December 3, 2011

Ronald was a beloved son, brother, uncle and was always a friend to everyone he met. He loved

country music and the Braves baseball team. He was full of laughter, joy and love. But our loss is heaven’s gain because God only takes the best.

Kenneth “Randy” Calloway

January 27, 2011

My only child – my son. The light of my life. I thank God I had you for 31 years.

Floyd “Buck” Carpenter

November 21, 2011

A silent thought, a secret tear,Keeps your memory ever dear,

God took you home, it was His will,But in our hearts, you live still.

Looking back with memories,Upon the path you trod,

We bless the hours we had with you,And leave the rest with God

Gary L. Chandler

January 29, 2011

My dad…he taught me how to love with my whole heart…how tolaugh until I cried…and that through hard work, faith and theintelligence I was blessed with, anything can be achieved…thoughliving without him is hard…I very seldom get sad while thinking ofhim…I spent his last night with him in the hospital, we laughed andwatched basketball…the two things we did better than a father-sonteam ever could have dreamed of…the last he said to me was,:always remember who you are…I love you, Alex.” He was theman who made me a man…I will never forget you, Dad. I hopeand pray I can be half the father, husband, brother, uncle, friend androle model you were to so many.

(written by son, Alex)

Willard F. Chapman, Jr.

August 18, 2011

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather. Loved the Lord. Always looked

forward to fishing and camping at the beach. He is missed more and more everyday.

Jane Marie Coffy

September 10, 2011

Beloved Daughter, sister, friend, teacher, mother. You were always so selfless in your giving to others. We all miss your sweet smile, your contagious laugh, your generosity and your

love of life. We all miss you so very much and we will love you forever.

Rest in peace, sweet Jane, knowing that you gave the gift of life to others.

Arthur Leon Coleman

February 21, 2011

Wonderful husband, father and friend.

We miss him dearly.

Jerry Morton Cooper

May 21, 2010

“Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth”

(from the poem High Flight)

by Johns Gillespie Magee, Jr.

WWII Royal Canadian Air Force Pilot

Robert Curtis

October 31, 2011

In life, if we are lucky, we have the opportunity to experience true love and friendship. Bob was my husband, the love of my

life and true friend. We shared an amazing journey here on earth. Bob absorbed all the richness life offers to all of us.

When he passed from this earth he gave the most beautiful gift imaginable – the opportunity for others to enjoy this

wonderful holiday here on earth. My hope is for the people who receive the gifts of life through LifeShare; that they have the

chance to enjoy the magnificent journey life affords.

LifeShare, thank you, for your dedication to life. Your respect for the value of life endures…forever.

With the greatest appreciation,

Nancy

Jackie Deaver

October 10, 2011

Beloved Granddaughter

Eli Jameson Erdle

February 25, 2011

You came down from heaven on a snowflake and pure joy came over us as we kissed and cuddled you for the first time. Your sweet smell and warmth still lingers in our dreams. We only had you with us for six weeks. God’s purpose for your life was noble as you gave the gift of life to two children and

touched countless others with your story. You are loved now and always and you will never be forgotten.

Khamron Mark-Anthony Evans

December 12, 2011

He’s in the presence of Royalty,

but forever in our hearts.

Our son, our brother, our angel.

Vanessa A. Fender

December 5, 2011

A wife, a mother, a Nana too, This is the legacy we have from you. You taught us love and how to fight,

You gave us strength, you gave us might. A stronger person would be hard to find, And in your heart, you were always kind.

You fought for us all in one way or another, Not just as a wife not just as a mother.

For all of us you gave your best, Now the time has come for you to rest. So go in peace, you've earned your sleep,

Your love in our hearts, we'll eternally keep

Our Mom was a devoted wife, loving mother, the best nana, a true friend and an angel of God. She loved her family and her Grandbabies more than anything! She was so creative and loved crafts! She made this world a better place for every one she met and even in

death she was willing to share whatever she could to ease someone's burdens. Her memory will forever live in our hearts, her smile will never fade, and we will never let anyone forget

her legacy!

We love and miss you so much!

Jackie Dean Gilmore

December 4, 2011

Our father, the best father! He loved taking my brother and me fishing, golfing,, and to the beach.. Anything involving spending time with us was our father’s greatest passion. Being a lifelong

Christian, our father brought us up with great values and beliefs. Everything he did was to the full extent of his ability.

He loved NASCAR, the people he worked with at his insurance agency along with his family and us.

Logan and Blake Gilmore

Michael Charles Goldstein

April 16, 2011

Knowing him was loving him.

“You went away, how dare you…

They say I’ll be okay…

I’ll never be over you.”-Miranda Lambert, 2012

“Over You”

Gone too soon, yet Forever here.

Terry L. Graham, Sr.

December 5, 2011

Terry hid a heart of gold beneath a gruff exterior. He was there for anyone who needed him.

He loved his family and his pets.

Jeremy Allen Hester

September 27, 2011

Sometimes when I’m alone, I cry because I am alone. The tears that I cry are bitter and warm They flow with life but

take no norm. If I had an ear to confide in I would cry amongst my treasured friends, but who do you know that stops that long to help another carry on? The world moves fast and would rather pass by than to stop and see what makes one cry!!

Sometimes when I’m alone, I cry because I am alone!!

Elizabeth “Liz” Hoffman

September 8, 2011

An intelligent and kind young woman, who had the ups and downs weall do, filling in the details of who you would be as an adult ….

Enjoying new things – star gazing on the Blue Ridge, bowling withfriends, learning psychology and going to Appalachian football games –and old pleasures – reading, video games, world traveling, mission trips,singing, love of animals especially your miniature dachshund, Sprite andyour cat, Mr. Moo.

A beautiful girl with a beautiful heart; a smile for everyone you met anda willingness to give up your own time for anyone in need.

We miss you every day. We miss your smile and your hugs. We missthe places you took us to with your bright imagination in your writingsand our talks. We miss having someone to tell everything to. Ourhearts cannot bear that you are not with us, but we know that you are ina safe place until we see you again.

James Earl Hooper

October 10, 2011

James had a favorite Bible verse, Roams 14:8, “For if we live, we live to the Lord; and if we die, we die to the Lord. Therefore, whether we live or die, we are the Lord’s.”

Throughout his four year battle with cancer, this verse was his testimony, and he lived this to the end of his life on earth; and now we know he is living in heaven with his loving Lord

and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Sal JacksonJuly 25, 2011

I thought about what I wanted to write for some time now.I wanted to write about all the nicknames he gave people or write

all his funny sayings down that made everyone laugh.I wanted to write about how he would help anyone out in need. I wanted to talk about the many friends he made. But all I seem

to think about is how much he is missed.How much I (his wife) and sisters and nieces and nephews truly

miss him.Sal, you are living in our hearts.

We carry you with us daily.

Billie Edward Johnson

February 14, 2011

Beloved husband, devoted father, faithful brother, loyal friend

Candy JohnsonNovember 1, 2011

Kendall D. Jones

September 9, 2011

Our Kennybuck.

Never happier than in his beloved North Carolina mountains.

Often on our minds and always in our hearts.

Mike W. Kersey

October 4, 2011

Coach Mike Kersey made an impact on Lancaster County with his strong teaching and coaching skills and with his personified tough

love on and off the mat. A 17-year veteran of the Lancaster County School District and Indian Land high schools, where he had many state champions, was universally known among students, peers and the community. He gave of himself to his students and wrestlers,

now Mike is giving the Gift of Life.

Mike was a family man, a devoted husband, a loving dad, a great son, and an awesome brother. He is loved very much; missed

greatly; and will stay in our hearts forever.

We love you, Mike,

Your Family

Thomas Alton Kitchen

November 29, 2011

He was a beloved husband. He loved

his God and loved to go to church.

He was a Veteran for 22 years.

Duantre Lawrence

August 5, 2011

Would you think of me…leaving this planet called earth

Would you think of me…an angel since birth

Would you think of me…leaving you all so soon

Would you think of me…that I’m still here in the room

Would you think of me…sad that I've gone

Well picture me…Glad I found home

WE LOVE YOU, DONNY!

Michael K. Maloney

April 30, 2011

Son, brother, husband, friend.

Though Mike is gone from our midst,

So much of him lives on.

We hear his laughter in the breeze.

We feel the warmth of his smile in the sun.

And we know that his love still looks upon us all.

Dwayne “Alan” McIntire

January 16, 2010

Alan was a true family man. He loved from the depths of his heart. A friend to all. Served his

country with pride and honor. A wonderful son, husband, father and friend.

Austin Hoke McRee

May 20, 2011

Austin’s way was to always live life to the fullest. His wish is for all our friends and family to wake up every day and live life the way Austin did –

with happiness, love and laughter.

God Bless!

Connie Canipe Miller

March 15, 2011

A smile that lit up the world!

James Edward Morrow, Jr.

October 2, 2011

“A loving husband, father, son, brother and friend. He was blessed with so may gifts and in his own way a poet beyond compare. The best story teller of all time, full of knowledge, wisdom, and a love

for his music, family , and Pepper.

Nora Ward Murray

March 23, 2011

Daughter, Sister ,Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Friend

Nora had a laugh that filled the entire room. She laughed loudly and often. She was kind and generous to a fault. Material things meant little to her. Her husband, daughter, step-daughters and granddaughters were the most important things in her life. She was strong and independent. She loved God and family above all. In her death, she gave the gift of life to others. She lives on. If love could have saved her,

she would have lived forever.

She is forever in our hearts. And she is in heaven watching over us all.

Do not stand by my grave and weep.

I am not there, I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow,

I am the diamond glints upon the snow.

I am the sunlight on ripened grain and

I am the gentle autumn rain.

When you awaken in the morning’s hush,

I am that swift uplifting rush,

Of quiet birds in circled flight.

I am the soft star that shines at night.

Do not stand by my grave and cry,

I am not there, I did not die- Elizabeth Frye

Marvin R. Near

May 30, 2011

Beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, friend. He loved life, cherished his grandsons, and loved to ride his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He would

always tell me that “He loved me more” and “Love you forever and two days.”

Jacob Roy Nickerson

October 29, 2911

A beloved son and brother who left us much too soon.

Claude F. Norman

March 31, 2011

Husband and best friend for 50 years, respected father, brother, Episcopalian, highway engineer referred to as

“Mountain Man.” Played golf the day before he died – lived every moment till the end. His eyes were truly beautiful and

now my hope is that they will enable another man for the first time to see a sunrise, sunset and the face of a woman that

truly loves him.

Oli Pall Omarsson

June 21, 2011

The Viking

Adventurous from birth

Warrior Child

Strength of a soldier

Courageous at heart

Protector of animals & family

Loyal friend, brother, son

Your smile made your baby blue eyes light up a room. Your laugh and sense of humor would be contagious to everyone around. Sturdy in stature, robust in your presence, classically good looking, passionate for what’s right.

Saddened by lost dreams

Tired of pain

Lost in this world

Destined for greatness

Soldier, warrior, king

Some stories tell of special Vikings that did not have horns on their helmets but rather wings. I feel this to be true of Oli.

Rocklin “Duder” Pritchard

July 14, 2011

Rocklin was very full of life. He was an amazing little brother, son, grandchild, and nephew that is missed very

much. He is a great inspiration to many. He was the light to many lives, the joy of our hearts, and now is the rainbow

in our sky. We all love and miss you very much little Duder!

“If tears could build a stairway to heaven, I’d walk right up and bring you home again.”

Paul Wayne Puckett

November 22, 2011Our daddy was a wonderful person who loved God and his family. Alwaysthere to help others anyway that he could. He was married for 44 years andhe and our mother were blessed with four kids. He was a wonderful PawPawto each of his grandkids and one great grandchild. Daddy was the happiestwhen he was surrounded by his family and grandkids grilling out, andswimming in the backyard pool in the summer. A hardworking man, heenjoyed working in his yard, fishing , trips to see family in the mountains, andtalking to old and new friends. He loved talking about the good ole days andhad many stories to tell! A kind man who was always upbeat. He used toalways say “To get a smile, you have to give a smile!” Also, daddy loved toread the Bible and always would say, “We don’t know what the future holds,but we better know who holds our future!”

His favorite verse was John 14:2 – “In my Father’s House are many mansions: if itwere not so I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.” We take comfort inknowing that our daddy was able to help others with his gift of his organdonation and that just shows the kind person that he was. Always willing tohelp others in need.

Although we miss him more everyday, we are all so thankful and proud ofour daddy! Our lives will never be the same without him, but the memorieswill live in our hearts forever! Remember, it’s not good-bye, it’s only see youlater! Save us a spot , Daddy! Watch over us all, our Sweet Angel! Keep ussafe until we meet again…

2 Timothy 4:7 “I have fought the good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith!”

Family of Paul W. Puckett

Heather Ann Scruggs

August 16, 2011

Beloved wife Heather, daughter, sister and mother. She was loved by all. You are missed every minute of each day. You gave your love to me and your legacy lives on as you gave the Gift of Life to four others.

Stoney Michael Shook

June 2, 2011

I know you found the better life. You filled our lives with somuch joy. So much happiness. It seems so unfair that youwere taken from us so early in life. So many emotionsrunning through our minds. Sadness, hurt, anger, but mostof all confusion…

But God had a bigger plan. We now realize that you’re notgone because you live, and always will, in our hearts and thehearts of everyone who was ever fortunate to know you.You are in God’s hands now and are gone from us but neverforgotten and live on in others.

Love and miss you.

XOXO

Donald Keith Snipes

November 17, 2011

Always tried to help people and loved his family.

He was a great person , and daddy and husband, and grandpa.

He will always be missed!!

Paul D. Sparks

December 17, 2011

Paw Paw, Daddy, Husband

We love you!!

Raymond Edward St. Martin

September 25, 2011

Ray, my beloved husband, best friend and confidant was also a brother to Phil St. Martin and Clarice Locke, uncle and godfather to

many nieces and nephews both here in Charlotte and New York.

A skilled and talented carpenter, Ray’s passion was creating things with wood and he spent many years enjoying his trade.

Ray will long be remembered for his special talent but also the gift of sight to someone through LifeShare Of The Carolinas.

Our family misses him terribly, but we take comfort his pain is eased and he enjoys a better place.

With all my love, Theresa

The St. Martin and Locke Families

Philip St. Martin, brother and wife, Elizabeth St. Martin

Clarice Lock, sister and husband, Jack Locke

Theresa St. Martin, wife of Raymond E. St. Martin

Kenneth B. Steele

July 6, 2011

Kathleen Jaye “Kat” Stewart

May 17, 2011

Our beloved daughter and sister, Kathleen Jaye (Kat), was a very positive , upbeat,happy , energetic force of nature. She was beautiful inside and out. She brought suchlove, joy, laughter and happiness to our family, her many friends and to everyone thatknew her. She shared a special bond of unconditional love with her sister. She was ablessing to our family.

Kat was a 19-year-old college student who loved life, the mountains, and the beach.She had a love for animals, especially her pets, and volunteered at the HumaneSociety. She shared a special closeness and love with her cousins, her family, herfriends, God and her church family.

Kathleen’s sparkling brown eyes, mischievous dimples, laugh and contagious smilecould light up any room. She was a delight and joy to be around.

Kathleen will be forever cherished, loved and missed by her family and friends. Wethank you for the blessings of your sweet life and the gift of life you shared withothers. Kathleen will be in our hearts forever. Until we meet again.

We love you more,

Your loving family

Kathy Street

July 14, 2011

“The Lord is blessing my socks off –

Favor ain’t fair”

William Andrew “Drew” Thompson

July 18, 2011

Loving father and brother.

Richard Alan "Ritchie" Watson

January 27, 2011

Ritchie will always be remembered for his fun loving spirit, kind heart, and devotion to his family and friends.

He made the sun shine a little brighter in all the lives that he touched. A father, son, husband, brother, and friend; Ritchie brought joy to us all and will be dearly

missed until we meet again.

Christina Marie Whelan

August 30, 2011

Christina had a great personality and an amazing sense of humor. Family and her students were the most

important to her. She leaves a legacy behind with her students. She will be forever loved and missed.

Hyun Ki Yim

October 22, 2011

If roses grow in Heaven, Lord,

then pick a bunch for me.

Place them in my Dads arms...

and tell him they're from me.Tell him that I love and miss him,

and when he turns to smile,

place a kiss upon his cheek

and hold him for awhile.

I miss you Daddy and I love you so much!

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