Brenda Sanders Jones contributed this message on Wednesday, August 11, 2010:

DONNA AND FAMILY Iam so sorry to have hear about your mom she was a fine lady and I know you will miss her so much. I lost mine in May last year and it sure is lonesome with out her. I think of you often and your family and just wanted to let you know you are in my prayers and in my heart , but God will get you throught the bad times...I will always remember Sunrise Church and our times there.God bless you Brenda Sanders Jones

Corning, NY
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Janet Maxwell Scott contributed this message on Sunday, August 1, 2010:

To The Family of FLORENCE, I was married to Eddie Maxwell, and We lived next door to Preacher Cathy and Florence for years, on Toxaway, the best people in the world, thought a lot of them, Preacher Cathy answered a lot of questions for Me. They were more than neighbors, May God Bless and keep Their Family, and they both are better off, NO MORE PAIN AND SUFFERING. Take Care, and one day WE will see them again. Love, Janet

, Asheville, NC
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Linda & Angie Silvers contributed this message on Sunday, August 1, 2010:

Mike & Cathey Family, I am so sorry that I did not hear of Mamaw's passing until Friday night or we would have been with your family. God put a special place for all of you in our hearts years ago. I was so blessed to hear that you preached at her funeral, Mike. Preacher Cathey was waiting to welcome her home and soon we will all join them singing in that heavenly choir. God bless all of you as we have you in our thoughts and prayers

Asheville, NC
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Linda & Angie Silvers contributed this message on Sunday, August 1, 2010:

Mike, Donna, Anita & Family, I am so sorry that I did not hear of Mamaw's passing until Friday night or we would have been with your family. God put a special place for all of you in our hearts years ago. I was so blessed to hear that you preached at her funeral, Mike. Preacher Cathey was waiting to welcome her home and soon we will all join them singing in that heavenly choir. God bless all of you as we have you in our thoughts and prayers

Asheville, NC
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debbie smith contributed this message on Sunday, August 1, 2010:

I would just like to say i work at carepartners an i have a pt that was two doors down from ms cathy,she ment so much to me,she touched my life,i loved to always hear her sing in actitives at aston park,she would sit in her wheelchair right beside her sister patsy an sing,,an she is singing in Heaven now,God bless each of you,an her son done a great job at her funeral,he said it right,,she preached her funeral herself,so glad i got to know her,she will be missed at aston park,Debbie Smith

candler, nc
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Linda Black contributed this message on Saturday, July 31, 2010:

Jonnie and family i'm so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. She was such a sweet lady i always love to talk to her when i would be at tina getting my hair done. I know that you will miss her so much but you know where she is and she so very happy she with our lord and her husband. I'm so sorry i wasn't at the funeral mom's health is not good right now. If you need anything all you have to do is call me love and prayers Linda

Asheville, N.C.
eMail: black.linda@att.net

Barry Pate M.D. contributed this message on Friday, July 30, 2010:

My wife and I extend our sympathy to the family. I enjoyed seeing them through the years. She and J.D. were a wonderful couple. Gentle,caring,and giving to all that knew them. Now they can be together again, Sincerely, Barry Pate M.D.

Asheville, N.C.

David Weatherly contributed this message on Friday, July 30, 2010:

Mrs. Cathy will be missed by her family and friends...She and JD were real people of God and I am sure they have been rejoined in Heaven in the presence of God. They are praising God with all those who have gone on before. We all will one day join them. God Bless the family

asheville, nc
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Gary & Jan Garner contributed this message on Thursday, July 29, 2010:

Jonnie: Please accept our sincere condolences. We are so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing, but we also know that she is in a better place. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you. Gary & Jan

Arden, NC
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Gus & Nancy Teague Ballard contributed this message on Thursday, July 29, 2010:

Donna & Cathey Family --You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your precious Mother. I have many fond memories of her and your family many years ago at Friendship Baptist Gospel singings. God bless you all...

Mars Hill, NC
eMail: gusnan9@yahoo.com

Anita & Brittney Shepherd (Burnette) contributed this message on Thursday, July 29, 2010:

Michael, Crystal and Peyton: So sorry about the loss of your Mother/ "Mamaw Cathey". I know you are hurting now, but please remember to also rejoice, for she with her Heavenly Father now. No more pain, no more tears. It was her "Graduation Day" and now she is reunited with her husband and many others. "To be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord." Britt and I are remembering you in our prayers.

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Mr & Mrs Duke Seager, Christopher & Jessica contributed this message on Thursday, July 29, 2010:

Praying God will fill you with peace and comfort during this difficult time. With Love, Duke, Denise Christopher & Jessica

Leicester, NC

DAVID&PEGGY GENTRY contributed this message on Thursday, July 29, 2010:

DEAR FAMILY OF MRS.CATHY, WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF MOTHER,WE HOPE YOU ALL HAVE YOUR HOPE AND TRUST IN JESUS,MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL, SINCERELY,DAVID AND PEGGY GENTRY.

DUNCAN, S.C.
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JOYCE NEAL contributed this message on Thursday, July 29, 2010:

Dear Anita, Jeff and family, Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your mother. Take comfort that she is with your father now. Take care of yourself- my thoughts and prayers are with you. Joyce Neal

ASHEVILLE, NC
eMail: nealfam3@bellsouth.net

Ray and Cynthia Buckner contributed this message on Thursday, July 29, 2010:

Michael, Ray and I both would like you and your family know that we are praying for you and love you very much.

Nebo, NC
eMail: cinnray@hotmail.com

marie jones campbell contributed this message on Thursday, July 29, 2010:

Sorry to hear the Loss of Mrs Cathy what a reunion and homecoming with Bro JR Cathy..And all her loved ones and most of all to see Jesus...We use to sing at Sunrise Bapt so many yrs ago and at Friendship what wonderful times we had...I was Marie Jones at that time sang with Farrell Osborne and Sara Elliott which is rejoycing with them Oh How I Miss her..But will see her again one day.........We had such Great times...Praise the Lord we will see them all one day in the wonderful Place called Heaven...May God comfort all of your Hearts In the days to come..

New Brockton , AL
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Helen contributed this message on Thursday, July 29, 2010:

Donna, I am so sorry to learn of your Mothers passing. I know the feelings and emptiness you have, Mom passed last year. Your Mother and Mom (Mildred Anders) were great friends at Battery Park. I know how much you loved and the care you took of her, we passed each other all the time running to our Mom's apartments. Mom & Mrs Cathey were telling each other one day how great their daughters were and how much they loved us. So knowing they are in God's hands now with no more pain, helps the emptiness. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers, God bless you.

Candler, NC

Helen contributed this message on Thursday, July 29, 2010:

Donna, I am so sorry to learn of your Mothers passing. I know the feelings and emptiness you have, Mom passed last year. Your Mother and Mom (Mildred Anders) were great friends at Battery Park. I know how much you loved and the care you took of her, we passed each other all the time running to our Mom's apartments. Mom & Mrs Cathey were telling each other one day how great their daughters were and how much they loved us. So knowing they are in God's hands now with no more pain, helps the emptiness. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers, God bless you.

Candler, NC

Elmer Parham's family contributed this message on Wednesday, July 28, 2010:

Dear Patsy & J.V., You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved sister. She was a special lady and will be missed by all who knew her.Cherish your memories. Again our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Elmer,Ila, Debbie,Earl,Shirley & family

Leicester, NC
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Jimmy and Tracy Smith contributed this message on Wednesday, July 28, 2010:

Dear Family, We were so sorry to hear of "Mamaw Cathey's" passing. We, just as so many others, have been touched by her and your family over the years. We will never forget the fellowship shared. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time...Jimmy, Tracy, Courtney and David Smith

Clayton, NC

Mary Bennett contributed this message on Wednesday, July 28, 2010:

So sorry to hear about the passing of Florence...My thoughts and prayers are with the family....

Swannanoa, NC
eMail: vickimcknight@charter.net

Lisa Cabe contributed this message on Wednesday, July 28, 2010:

My heart goes out to you as a family, losing your Mother is very hard but what a day that will be when you see her again ! Your family touched my heart and my life many years ago when you( The Cathey Trio) came to East Fork Baptist homecoming to sing. I remember you guys sang "Going Home " and now she has gone home !! What a beautiful thought. I've gotten to know Florence over the years and she was always so sweet and such a joy to talk with. She loved her family very much. I will miss her too.

Candler, NC
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Wil & Donna Redmon contributed this message on Wednesday, July 28, 2010:

Michael, I wrote this poem a few days ago and I want to share it with you. Your mom has only Gone from Our Sight. We will see her again one day. She was a beautiful woman inside and out. Her smile was her testimony. I know your pain as I have been in your shoes before, but I also know your peace as you can know without a single doubt where your sainted mother is today. We Love you and your family. Wil and Donna Redmon This is not my End. Don’t weep for me my family and friends For what you see lying here is not my end. Yes I’ve finished this journey down here below And I’ve been carried by Jesus to my new heavenly home. Shake the pain from your heart wipe the tears from your eyes And try to imagine me in the sweet bye and bye. No more pain, no more death, no more grief, nor despair I am free from all my heartaches, worries, and my cares. Just imagine me in Heaven where my new life begins Singing and Shouting from the minute I entered in. Yes I’ll admit that I am going to miss you, But I take comfort in knowing that soon you’ll be here too. And I’ll be watching each day as the new saints arrive To see if it’s you the Angels bring thru the sky. I ask one last thing of you my family and friends Don’t weep for me because this is not my end. Donna Redmon 7/12/2010

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Pamela McMinn contributed this message on Wednesday, July 28, 2010:

Anita & family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. I didn't know her but I am sure she was such a special lady. I am sure she had a wonderful homecoming with our Lord & Saviour and your dad. You and your family are in my prayers. Hugs to you Nita!

Fletcher, NC
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Linda Byrd Conard contributed this message on Wednesday, July 28, 2010:

Dear Jonnie, and Donna,I was saddened when I just read about your mothers passing. The Cathey family was such a big part of our lives, at Sunrise. Sandra and I have very fond memories of being at your house. Us, James and Bruce, Cynthia, Teresa. Your Mother and dad always opened their arms, and hearts to who ever entered their home. The Cathey Family singing. I could go on and on of memories. Life is never the same when both parents are gone, but we have the reassurance of a homecoming one day. May God Be with each of you during this time. Linda and Sandra

Waynesville, NC
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Joan Smith-Davis contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

Jonnie, Donna & Mike, The passing of your precious mother is bitter-sweet.It hurts when our loved ones leave us, but what rejoicing there is in heaven. I can just imagine Ms. Florence and Preacher Cathey hand in hand shouting together as they so often did on earth. What a joy, having served the Lord with them. I often think of the great services we had at Friendship Baptist. Jr. and Florence were a great part of our lives. Jr. married David and me, March 10, 1961 and dedicated our sons Mike and Jimmy when each of them was 2 weeks old. I watched you children grow into fine adults and I loved to hear the family sing. Just know your mother was a "special lady", beautiful outside as well as inside. I look forward to the time we will be reunited in heaven. My love and prayer always, Joan

Asheville, N.C.
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Joan Smith-Davis contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

Jonnie, Donna & Mike, The passing of your precious mother is bitter-sweet.It hurts when our loved ones leave us, but what rejoicing there is in heaven. I can just imagine Ms. Florence and Preacher Cathey hand in hand shouting together as they so often did on earth. What a joy, having served the Lord with them. I often think of the great services we had at Friendship Baptist. Jr. and Florence were a great part of our lives. Jr. married David and me, March 10, 1961 and dedicated our sons Mike and Jimmy when each of them was 2 weeks old. I watched you children grow into fine adults and I loved to hear the family sing. Just know your mother was a "special lady", beautiful outside as well as inside. I look forward to the time we will be reunited in heaven. My love and prayer always, Joan

Asheville, N.C.
eMail: joansdavis@charter.net

Teresa Nye contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

I am so sorry for the loss of "Mamaw" I as well as alot of other people have such fond memories of her and the rest of the family.She will be missed greatly but having the piece of mind she is resting in the arms of the Lord makes it a little sweeter. I am sure she has found Preacher Cathey and they are walking the streets of gold hand in hand rejoicing and singing all the way to the feet of Jesus. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all.

Maiden, North Carolina
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krista dockery contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

I will miss ms.cathy. She would always say how much she loved talking to me. She was one of the reasons I looked forward to going into Aston Park. My prayers are with the family because she was such a special lady.

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Royce & Debbie Piercy contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

We are very saddened by the passing of Ms. Florence. She was a very special lady to us. It was at her house 20 years ago we first met. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family. We know where she is now gracing the streets of gold in Heaven. She will be missed by many. Love, Royce & Debbie

Fletcher, NC
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Austin Maddux contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

Asheville, North Carolina
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Marsha Rice contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

Anita and family,,Was so heartbroken to hear the news of the passing of your mom. She was such a dear lady and I always enjoyed seeing and visiting her when I could. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time and especially the days ahead. May God Bless you all each and everyday. I will be thinking of you all now and always. She will be missed by many. Sincerely, Marsha Rice

Canton, NC
eMail: rice.marsha@att.net

Sheila "Strawberry" Reeves contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

Dear Family, I'm saddened to hear of Mamaw's passing. I know how hard this must be on all of you. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Just remember what a reunion that will be one day. She and Preacher Cathey will be waiting by the river for you. Love to all.

Fletcher, NC
eMail: sreeves1950@charter.net

Alex, Kim & Brittany Caraway contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

Dear Cathey Family, We were saddened to hear of "Mamaw Cathey's" passing. She was a wonderful woman! We bet that she and JD are having a time reuniting with each other. We can almost hear them singing now. Some of our fondest memories of church are from Friendship Baptist with her and JD and the rest of the Cathey family. Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Alex, Kim & Brittany Caraway

Leicester, NC
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Brenda Wilson contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

Mike, Crystal, Peyton & Family, May God bless you with peace and comfort at this time as only He can. I know that you are saddened but also rejoicing that she is safe in the arms of Jesus.

Candler, NC
eMail: brenda.wilson@bcsemail.org

David & Angie Anders contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

Tina & Jamie & Family, We were so sorry to hear about your Grandmother. I know how special grandmothers can be. Just know ya'll are in our thoughts & prayers. David,Angie & Genell

Weaverville, NC

Rachel and Steve Rice contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

To Michael and family, I feel your pain as I to lost my Mom last year. There is no words to say,what pain you are going thru. But rest assured, God will see you through.I want tell you it will be easy for it's not,trust in God for I know your Mom did. We love you all and are praying for you. Hold to God's unchanging hand,what a day that will be when we all get over there. Praise the Lord, and may he comfort each one of you and hold you in his bossom. With all our love and prayers. God bless, Steve and Rachel Rice-Gospel Tabernacle

Weaverville, North Carolina
eMail: grandmarice@charter.net

Lynn Lunsford Taylor contributed this message on Tuesday, July 27, 2010:

I was so sad to here the passing of Mamaw yesterday . But on the other hand I couldnt help but think what a time they were having in Heaven . I know she is rejoicing along with Preacher Cathey and man what a time they must be having. Thoughts and Prayers are with you and all the family... I Love yall

Fairview, NC
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