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Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2009, in the First Baptist Church of Samson with the Revs. Sam Totten, Bill Odom, Richard Thorn, Wendell Ard and John Paul Dean officiating. Burial will follow in the Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson directing.
Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, (334) 898-7141, is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guest book at www.dothaneagle.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James White
Michael Smith
April 8, 2009
I knew Alfred from grade school. He was my friend and being several years older than myself, became my protector on several occasions when others wanted to take advantage of me. My grandfather and I gave him many rides home from school and I always remember his appreciative spirit. I'm sorry that things turned out the way they did but I know he is in a wonderful place.
Susie Lawson Potts
March 17, 2009
Phyllis and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you and be with you always.
March 16, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you daily.
David and Nodi Simmons
Theresa Moncrief
March 16, 2009
To James' survivors: Psalm 2:1-Why do the heathen rage and the people imagine vain things? What did this all accomplish? Nothing. But God is able to do exceedingly, abundantly all that we can ask or think according to the power that worketh in us, Ephesians 3:20. Know that God has it all in control. Love you
Merle Wallace Purvis Center
March 16, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Merle Wallace Purvis Center
March 16, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Frank Bloodsworth & Family
March 15, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
patty shiver
March 15, 2009
To the white family my heart goes out to you ,may God be with you and comfort you through all the days to come.Alfred and I went to school together we all will miss him. patty Enterprise,Al
JAN WOOD
March 13, 2009
TO;ME MAW,KAY,EARL,MURRY,TREY,&TROY. I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH.WE DO NOT UNDERSTAND BUT GOD DOES.MY THOUGHT AND PRAYES ARE WITH YOU
Kathleen Whitehurst
March 13, 2009
Phyllis,
I am sorry for your loss and I am praying for you.
Debra Killingsworth
March 13, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with your family as you go through this hard time god bless you all
Melissa (Justice) Norman
March 13, 2009
There are no words to say during this time that will ease the pain, only prayers and support from friends and family. May you have many of each. Prayers and perseverance will lead you from this darkness back into the light. Never stop believing.
Darrell (sarge) York
March 13, 2009
I got to know Alfred during my first year at Samson High School 1967. We became friends right off. I can remember riding our bikes everywhere around Samson, fishing and playing basketball. That summer was the best.
My freshman year 1968 my family moved back to Illinois. I only got back to see Alferd a few times over the last 40 years. I wish I could have seen him more often. I will miss a true and dear friend. My deepest sympathys go to Phyllis and all the familys that were affected by this tragedy.
Laura
March 13, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the loss of so many family members.
Darlene Maloy
March 13, 2009
Darlene Day Maloy Class of 1972
Remembering the years we went to school together at Samson High School
Phil & Debbie Parris
March 13, 2009
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We pray the love of God enfolds you during your difficult times and he helps you heal with the passage of time.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
Gary, Terri, Katie, Cary Ward
March 13, 2009
Mrs. White,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will always be with you and your family. We have known your family for many years and have grown to love them all. If you ever need anything know that we are here for you.
Robby & Melissa Limppo & family
March 13, 2009
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless you and bring you through this troublesome time.
March 13, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Teresa Mora
March 13, 2009
My condolences to the family and friends. God Bless you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary & Lisa Grimes
March 13, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd 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'm 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."
It's 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 badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to 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 day's 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.
But 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 many 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 I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's 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 has been 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 him 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.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
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