Thoughts on a Challenging Journey

A journal composed during the day-to-day trials of a prolonged battle with colon cancer, updating friends and family on treatment, attitudes, thoughts, and feelings.

Monday, June 4, 2007

Arrangements

A memorial service will be held at Rogersville Middle School on Wednesday June 6th at 6pm and the funeral service will be held at Ozark United Methodist Church in Ozark, MO on Thursday June 7, 2007 at 2 pm. The family requests that donations be made to the Sandra Gaddy Memorial Scholarship Fund in lieu of flowers. Both services under the direction of Klingner-Cope Funeral Home at Rivermonte in Springfield, MO.

Internment will be at Rivermonte cemetery following the funeral on Thursday, you are welcome to follow and join us at the graveside.

3 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

Dear Gaddy Family,

I write to you all with great sympathy. You all know much of a wonderful women Mrs. Gaddy was. I know she is in a better place now but it is still hard. The griefing is always the worst part even though you know deep down inside that this is what was best for her. They say that god has a sertain plan for everyone, I think we all know what Sandi's was, Her joy for her students and her ways with people. Sandi tounched every person she came in contact with no matter how long see was around them. She has down so much for me with more than you could ever imagine. Iam forever changed by the amazing womens heart, her heart for joy and deep passion in her students.

Mike,
Wow, were do I begain I have only met you once, it was about 3 weeks ago at Walnut Lawn. You have an amazing wife, she has done so much for so many people that by its self is truely amazing. If any of you need anything please call ME!! My number is still the same..... 350-4146

Lauren,
Hi its austin I use to see you everyday after school in your mom's classroom. IT hurts so much I know you just have to trust in the lord that it will all be ok, after all he is God!

Logan,
Your mom is amazing but i dont have to tell you that you already know how much of an amazing women she was. Just rember that she is watching over you and if you need anything you have lots of family their for you. Hang in their Ill see you soon.

Just remember that god is allways their Dont forget! IF you need anything or I can help in any way, Feel freee to call 350-4146.

Hugs and Prayers FOREVER
Austin Dinwiddie

June 4, 2007 at 8:53 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Dear Lauren, Logan, and Mike,

I am so saddened by the news. I am sorry I cannot be at the memorial service or the funeral. (I am on vacation this week in Colorado.) I want you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you.

My husband and I have marveled this week at the awesome beauty of all that God has created. I know that Sandra, too, was one of his awesome creations! May God comfort you and help you through this difficult time.

Lauren - here's a hug for you - O

Karen Rumker

June 6, 2007 at 10:25 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Dear Gaddy Family,
I am s sorry about your loss. Mrs. Gaddy was a wonderful and gracious person. I remember at the memorial they said they wanted us to share memories. Well i have one, and i think its kid of what made me realize what a great person she was and still is. But i mean my memory isnt much but it is part of what made me love her so much. We had this test in her class an we had this question about the writing process and i didnt know one of the answers and i looked on a poster she had in her room. and i felt guilty about doing it so i wet and told Mrs. Gaddy that i had looke. And what she said to me was, " Lindsey, Thank you for comig and tlling me. It lets me know that i can trust you. Thank you." and that s part of what made me love her so much and want to be just like her. Sweet, caring, giving, and just so fun and trustworthy. And i jst wan you all to know that i am por each and every one of you.

Mike,
I didnt know you because i was a student. But i am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Gaddy was a wonderful person and i know you loved her so much. I loved your story about the way you saw her walking down the hall in high school. she really did have the most beautiful eyes and smile that could just light up any room didnt she? and i know you need her more than ever, but i am glad thatyou know that there are thousands of peoplewho are caring for you and your family.

Logan,
I cant imagine what its like for you. I am so so sorry. And i want you to know that i am praying for you too. You are a great young man,although i diddnt know you, Mrs. Gaddy talked about you all the time. And she loved you very much. But anyways. I am praying for you and so is everyone else.

Lauren,
Hi. Im lindsey. And i just want you to know that you are a sweet little girl and anyone would be lucky to have you. Mrs. Gaddy talked about you all the time too. She would tell us stories about you and things you did that were funny. She oved yo very much too. And i am praying for you too.

Hugs and Many prayers for all of you!
<3
Lindsey

June 8, 2007 at 10:32 AM  

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