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“Our family is so sorry for you loss
May the Lord be with your family
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2 of 128 | Posted by: Nathan & Jennifer Owen - KY
“So very sorry for the loss of your precious baby girl. My heart breaks for you. Deepest sympathies.
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3 of 128 | Posted by: Sharon Cooper - Philpot, KY
“Dear Ford Family, I was saddened to hear of your daughter's passing. I learned of her passing on the facebook page of Lane Goodwin. I have no words...Read More »
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4 of 128 | Posted by: Janine Aggott - Stratford, CT
“R.I.P. princess you will be loved and missed forever by many around the world you are a true angel.....
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5 of 128 | Posted by: Heather Langendorf Carr
- OH
“To the Ford family.Sweet Princess Emma was in very sense of the word a Princess.The way she would warm anyone's heart is amazing.Emma is dancing in...Read More »
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6 of 128 | Posted by: Linda Mcgregor - Madisonville, KY
“Amy, Steve and boys,
God bless you all now and in the future. Emma's shining star will shine every night and her memory will never fade. We are...Read More »
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7 of 128 | Posted by: Julie Humphreys Case
- Livermore, KY
“So Sorry for your loss. God Bless.
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8 of 128 | Posted by: Karen McCormick - Owensboro, KY
“We will understand everything one day on the other side. Emma has brought many people to the Lord through her faith, your faith. What a precious...Read More »
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9 of 128 | Posted by: Sally Washburn - KY
“Sympathy for your family, precious Lil Emma dances with the Angels now. Thank You for sharing her with us all.
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10 of 128 | Posted by: Tandi Sager - Madisonville
“my heart is with the family , just know GOD HEALED HER THERE IS KNOW BETTER HEALING THEN THE ONE WE WILL GET IN HEAVEN . SHE WILL BE WAITING FOR...Read More »
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11 of 128 | Posted by: GERALDINE ADLER - greenville , KY
“Amy and Family,
Our hearts are breaking for your entire family. She was such a beautiful child.
With Our Deepest Sympathy,
Eddie & Nancy Paxton
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12 of 128 | Posted by: Eddie & Nancy Paxton - KY
“Our memory of Emma is how she touched so many lives of people she knew and didnt know. We never met Emma but felt like we knew her and we are so...Read More »
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13 of 128 | Posted by: Mark and Darlene Franklin - KY
“Our memory of Emma is how she touched so many lives of people she knew and didnt know. We never met Emma but felt like we knew her and we are so...Read More »
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14 of 128 | Posted by: Mark and Darlene Franklin - KY
“I am so very sorry for the loss of your baby girl. I prayed for her and I will continue to pray for you and your family! Lots of love to you!
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15 of 128 | Posted by: Debbie - KY - Facebook follower
“Emma has touched my heart and though I've never met her, she will
Always hold a spot in my heart. Your angel is
Looking down on you and one day...Read More »
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16 of 128 | Posted by: Erica - Worcester, MA
“We are so sorry for your loss. We can't imagine the hurting that you are going through! Our thoughts & prayers are with you all during this time of...Read More »
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17 of 128 | Posted by: Barry And Erma Vincent
“God Bless you, little Emma. RIP
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18 of 128 | Posted by: Becca - Akron, OH
“May God have you I his hands comforting you and your family...he is taking good care of Emma...God bless you
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19 of 128 | Posted by: Amber Dunn - Dittmer, MO
“I am so sorry for your loss! Emma is a beautiful little baby girl. And now she is a lil angel looking down , In all the pictures and stories she was...Read More »
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20 of 128 | Posted by: charlotte smith - central city, KY
“I CANNOT IMAGINE THE LOSS YOU FEEL. EMMA WAS DEFINATELY A "JOY" IN THIS WORLD TO MANY PEOPLE. I PRAY THAT THIS LOSS WILL BRING AWARENESS TO PEOPLE...Read More »
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21 of 128 | Posted by: SHERRY BOROWSKI - OIL SPRINGS, KY
“WE LOVE HER AND THE WHOLE FAMILY. GOD BE WITH THE WHOLE FAMILY
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22 of 128 | Posted by: PEARL FORD - NORTONVILLE, KY
“Tre & Brody,
We are thinking of you both and also of your Mom, Steve & Dylan. We are so sorry about Emma's passing but thankfully she is not...Read More »
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23 of 128 | Posted by: Aunt Kerrie, Uncle Steve & Ryan Gatton - KY
“Rest in heavenly peace sweet Emma!! To mom and dad ... Your in my prayers, and to her big brothers... Never let her memory slip from your heart , you...Read More »
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24 of 128 | Posted by: Jenny - Nashville , TN - Friend
“Thank you for sharing you Emma with the world, she taught us all so much in her short time on earth!
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25 of 128 | Posted by: Shannon laBrecque - Cincinnati, OH
“You are so sweet precious angel Emma. You are forever remembered in my heart. You are very impacted on my heart. I am glad that i know you...Read More »
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26 of 128 | Posted by: Lisa Faye Leibee - Philpot, KY
“Amy.Steve
Iam so sorry for your great loss. Thank you for sharing your precious little Emma with the world. Prayers to you and your family who...Read More »
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27 of 128 | Posted by: Amy Tarrants - Greenville, KY
“My thoughts and prayers are with you as you rejoice in Emma's life and mourn her passing. She was a beautiful little girl, loved by so many. She is...Read More »
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28 of 128 | Posted by: Stacia Cole - Hartford, KY
“I am so sorry for your loss Amy & Steve, I have been following Emma's prayer circle and she is looking down from heaven upon your family and I know...Read More »
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29 of 128 | Posted by: Sharon Sapp - Calhoun, KY
“My heart goes out to you in this difficult time. Please remember she is watching over you everyday. My four year old son lost his battle to cancer ...Read More »
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30 of 128 | Posted by: Deanna Jones - Oak Grove, KY
“Words are inadequate, so I will simply say. I am so sorry to hear of your immeasurable loss. My wish for your family is love all who remain like...Read More »
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31 of 128 | Posted by: Tracy - Lexington, KY - Friend
“Steve, Martha and Jimmy - My heart breaks for you and the rest of your family. I have been following Emma on FB and just keep thinking of the good...Read More »
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32 of 128 | Posted by: Kellie Cardwell Miller - KY
“here is a candle from our family to yours god bless
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33 of 128 | Posted by: Tammy Gibson
- henderson ky, KY
“Prayers to you and the family during this time. We all love Emma and you..
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34 of 128 | Posted by: Nikki Poole - Bowling Green, KY
“MAY GOD HELP U AND UR FAMILY FIND PEACE THROUGH THIS TRYING TIME.
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35 of 128 | Posted by: DEAN HOPE & LULA RENFROW - KY
“Emma was a source of inspiration for so many people. She was a true angel, and she'll be watching over your family now in Heaven. May God bless...Read More »
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36 of 128 | Posted by: David, Reanna, & Zoe Bradley - KY
“Your family is in my prayers ♥
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37 of 128 | Posted by: A friend in Owensboro
“Praying for your family.
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38 of 128 | Posted by: Joanna mcDonald - Greenville, KY
“So sorry for your loss.Heaven above gained a beautiful angel... Keeping you in my prayers...
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39 of 128 | Posted by: kathy bell - owensboro, KY
“I am so very sorry for your loss. Emma was such a beautiful little girl. I joined her prayer circle not to long ago and prayed for her everynight. i...Read More »
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40 of 128 | Posted by: jennifer - omaha, NE
“I'm so sorry for your loss of beautiful Emma! She is a beautiful angel now. Your family is my prayers! God Bless You All! Hugs! <3
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41 of 128 | Posted by: Terri Bohman - IL
“Little Emma gained her wings and she is looking down smiling! May you find comfort in the arms of Jesus!
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42 of 128 | Posted by: Tami Williams - McDowell, KY
“I do not know your family or did I know your beautiful daughter, but I got to know you all through Emma's page. What an amazing blessing it had to...Read More »
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43 of 128 | Posted by: Jan Scott - Louisville, KY
“Dear Ford Family, i am so sorry for your loss. I just came accross Emma's page last week and through your posts i felt like i knew her and your...Read More »
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44 of 128 | Posted by: PJ Stegemoller - Lebanon , OH
“So sorry for your loss. Our prayer and thoughts are with the family during this difficult time and the days and years to come. Emma was a precious...Read More »
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45 of 128 | Posted by: Jason & Tammy Rice - Greenville, KY
“I was sent to Emma by Team Lame and I followed her Jorney and I prayed and prayed for her and the family.I'm so sorry for your loss..Shes a beautful...Read More »
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46 of 128 | Posted by: KIm - LaFayette, GA
“We are so sorry for your loss. Your beautiful little Emma has touched a lot of people in the last few weeks and many hearts broke with her passing....Read More »
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47 of 128 | Posted by: Kim and Mike - Belt on, KY
“Dear Ford Family
I don't know you personally but came to your page from team Lane. I feel I came to know your beautiful little girl over the past...Read More »
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48 of 128 | Posted by: Jessica DuBose - Baker, FL
“Little one, Emma Joy-
We loved you so. Though you were here just a short a while..
Such joy when you came into many lives, such sorrow when you...Read More »
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49 of 128 | Posted by: Paula Carver - New Port Richey, FL
“I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet baby angel ! I pray for peace and comfort for your family. God Bless this family in their healing process. ...Read More »
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50 of 128 | Posted by: Darla Jeffries - Greensburg, ME
“I don't know yall personally but keep up on facebook. My heart breaks for your family in the passing of your beautiful angel Emma. I pray that you...Read More »
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51 of 128 | Posted by: Trish Ragan - Hustonville, KY
“This little angel is in God's tender care. May the Lord's peace has be with you until He calls upon you for His Glory is Holy.
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52 of 128 | Posted by: Ray & Lana Smith - Beaver, WV
“Leave a condolence or a memory.
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53 of 128 | Posted by: Ray & Lana Smith - Beavee, WV
“When God call one of his LITTLE ANGLES home. We have a emtpy void that no one can fill. But, use Christins knows He took Emma for a reason. Some...Read More »
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54 of 128 | Posted by: Linda Davis - Graham, KY
“May God hold you and comfort you in this difficult time. Thank you for allowing us on facebook to know your beautiful angel. Keep dancing Emma....Read More »
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55 of 128 | Posted by: Stacy Davis - TX
“I'm deeply saddened by the death of Emma. In her short time hear, she has touched so many hearts. She will always be remembered and not forgotten...Read More »
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56 of 128 | Posted by: Lisa s - NY
“Amy and Steve and boys, we are so sorry for the loss of Emma,we have been praying so hard for her.God must have needed her more.Thats hard to...Read More »
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57 of 128 | Posted by: Shirley and Darrell Ashby - KY
“Emma was a special sweet girl who had strength and courage way beyond her years. She always brought a smile to our faces and we will all miss her...Read More »
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58 of 128 | Posted by: Debra Friedman - Nashville, TN
“So sorry for the loss of your little angel, God needed her back to look over your family from above. She is no longer in pain. May God be with you...Read More »
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59 of 128 | Posted by: Kaye Speer - Russellville, AR
“May God comfort you during this time. Emma was a beautiful little girl here on earth and now she is a beautiful little angel in Heaven. I will...Read More »
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60 of 128 | Posted by: Sandra Willoughby
“Your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers as your angel has gained her heavenly wings.
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61 of 128 | Posted by: Rosanna Scott
“My heart goes out to you all! We all loved Emma and she touched all of our lives so much! She will never be forgotten! Praying for you all!
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62 of 128 | Posted by: Delores Guill & John Beasley - KY
“MY PRAYERS ARE WITH U GUYS
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63 of 128 | Posted by: ERICA POWELL - greenville , KY
“Resting in the arms of Jesus....she touched so many never will she be forgotten.grandma Jones play and play with your little angel..God knew you were...Read More »
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64 of 128 | Posted by: deeanna morris - greenville, KY
“I am so sorry for your loss. I am not even sure what to say, except for that i do care more than u know. I have cried daily! Emma~ a beautiful...Read More »
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65 of 128 | Posted by: victoria laws - KY
“Tre and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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66 of 128 | Posted by: Tammy Shutt - Beechmont, KY
“Sending thoughts and prayers your way today and the days to come.
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67 of 128 | Posted by: Laura McAlister - Princeton, KY
“My Thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
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68 of 128 | Posted by: Autumn - OK
“Steve and Amy,
Most people dream of seeing an angel... for 4 years you got to HOLD one in your arms! Thank you for sharing your angel with the...Read More »
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69 of 128 | Posted by: Little Stormy
- TN
“Dear Family,
I am so sorry for your great loss. Thank you for sharing your precious little girl with the world, for you have shared the face of...Read More »
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70 of 128 | Posted by: Darlene Robinson - Henderson, KY
“Our thoughts and prayers are with your family daily. May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you comfort during this most difficult time. ...Read More »
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71 of 128 | Posted by: Joe & Tina Whitworth - Drakesboro, KY
“So sorry for your loss. I never knew her but I knew and know Steve (brother). Just knowing you I know she is just like you, you have always been a...Read More »
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72 of 128 | Posted by: Mandy (cunningham) Nance - hanson, KY
“Heaven has been blessed with a new angel. Rest in peace sweety.
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73 of 128 | Posted by: Tammy Lopez - Dunmor, KY
“There are no words to ease your pain, Just know you are not alone...
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74 of 128 | Posted by: Kimberly Johnson - Drakesboro, KY
“Our prayers are with you and your family.
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75 of 128 | Posted by: Laurel Gorge Chapter of KCCD - KY
“My heart broke that morning when I woke up and checked Facebook and saw that Emma had passed! The only comfort is to know that she no longer has any...Read More »
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77 of 128 | Posted by: Tammie Williams - Drakesboro, KY
“Thinking of your family and praying for you in the most difficult time of your lives. Emma was a beautiful little girl who just spread such love and...Read More »
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78 of 128 | Posted by: Taleah and Keith Wright - KY
“An Angel walked in our midst for just a little while. A precious little girl who made everyone smile. A Blessing to her family and all that knew her....Read More »
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79 of 128 | Posted by: Donald and Kendra Young - KY
“our thoughts and prayers r with u and ur family even though i didn't know Little Emma she touched everone in a certain way may god comfort ya ....
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80 of 128 | Posted by: vinita hollman - white plains , KY
“Amy, Steve, and Boys
I know there is nothing I can say to ease your pain. Just know that my family is praying for your family. We are so sorry for...Read More »
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81 of 128 | Posted by: Robert Romans
“Rest in peace our sweet dancing angel. Dear little princess your light shone so brightly. Many prayers and much love to your family. May they find...Read More »
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82 of 128 | Posted by: Sherry Brown - Edmonton, KY
“My heart goes out to you and your family, I never got to meet precious Emma but she was an inspiration to all who knew her and even those of us who...Read More »
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83 of 128 | Posted by: Teresa and Gary Elswick - KY
“I am so sorry for your loss. I don't know you but I followed Emma's story on Facebook. Everyday I would check to see how she was doing. There are no...Read More »
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84 of 128 | Posted by: Angela Butler - Clinton, MD
“B"H This beautiful, precious child touched so many lives, hearts and minds. Hearts of those praying for her that she never knew or met; people like...Read More »
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85 of 128 | Posted by: Janice Lee Betrue
- Temple City, CA
“Thank you for sharing your beautiful Emma with us, you are in my prayers .
Emma is now dancing with Jesus singing with the Angels ... The Martinez...Read More »
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86 of 128 | Posted by: Darlene Gomez Martinez
- NM
“I was sad to hear about Emma. I will miss her coming to clinic. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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87 of 128 | Posted by: Sonya Byars - Lavergne, TN
“In deep sympathy. We must find a cure for all cancers.
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88 of 128 | Posted by: Karen Willis
“So sorry for your loss of your precious Emma.Your all are in my thoughts & prayers.Will be praying for our Dear Lord to comfort you & give you...Read More »
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89 of 128 | Posted by: Shelia Teasley - Hartwell, GA
“Good bye our little angel. Even though I never met you I just want you to know that you have made a very big impact on people's lives you never knew....Read More »
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90 of 128 | Posted by: Roseann Allard-Preszler - CA
“Your beautiful litle girl came into your lives for such a short time, but will live in your hearts forever. Emma watches over you know with love and...Read More »
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91 of 128 | Posted by: Heather Nerwinski
- NJ
“"Death is not extinguishing the light; it is only putting out the lamp
because the dawn has come." (Tagore)
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92 of 128 | Posted by: Karen Willis
“I'm so sorry about little Emma, my prayers are with all of you.
Then the child opened its eyes, and looked up into the angel's beautiful face,...Read More »
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93 of 128 | Posted by: Susan Salce - West Monroe, NY
“sending prayers for you and your family, sorry for your loss
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94 of 128 | Posted by: laura delacey adn family
- KY
“Love & Prayers!!!
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95 of 128 | Posted by: Cindy Lear
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7
Amy, Steve, and boys; you all continue to be in our...Read More »
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96 of 128 | Posted by: Carmon Family - Whitesville, KY
“I can not imagine the pain that you are going through. I know that words from strangers can not ease the pain. I just want to extend my deepest...Read More »
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97 of 128 | Posted by: Dana Howard - Owensboro, ME
“So sorry about ur familys loss
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98 of 128 | Posted by: Missy - Owensboro, KY
“Words seem inadequate to express the sadness and heartbreak that we feel. Just know that we love you all and that you are in our prayers and...Read More »
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99 of 128 | Posted by: Randy, Susan, Daniel & Lauren - KY
“Words can't express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Emma touched so many lives in her short time here on earth, and she will live on in an...Read More »
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100 of 128 | Posted by: Wendy Arndt Buetiger
- NY
“Sorry for your loss. I know she will be greatly missed. She will always be with you in heart, mind, and soul. Think of all the great memories yall...Read More »
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101 of 128 | Posted by: jessica
“~ <3 ~
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102 of 128 | Posted by: Jennifer Howard - Owensboro, KY
“My heart broke when I read of Emma's passing. I only knew her through Facebook, but feel so bad for your family. Will pray that God comfort you in...Read More »
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103 of 128 | Posted by: Dewayne Brown - Madisonville, KY
104 of 128 | Posted by: Onna Redd - Princeton, KY
“To the Parents i'm so sry to hear about Emma, but i also God has took another one of his angels home, God Bless you all.
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105 of 128 | Posted by: Charlotte - Greenvillle, KY
“Rest in Peace Little Worrior Princess Angel. God Bless your Family now and alway's! Gone but never Forgotten!
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106 of 128 | Posted by: Bruce and Candi Dixon - KY
“I did not personally know Emma Joy or her family, but I wanted you to know she touched me unlike any other. Her life was so short but so full of...Read More »
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108 of 128 | Posted by: debbie king - Danville, VA
“I'm so sorry for your lose, but am glad she isn't suffering anymore. If i had my way all children would be healed,
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109 of 128 | Posted by: shirley clayton - KY
“I'm so sorry for ur loss Emma was a beautiful,strong n inspirational little girl!!... She touched my heart in many ways I will always think of her ...Read More »
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110 of 128 | Posted by: Julie - Stowe, PA - Friend
“Your family is in my thoughts an prayers!! May God wrap his arms around all of you and help heal your broken hearts!!! For God took another Precious...Read More »
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111 of 128 | Posted by: Connie Schartung - Owensboro, KY
“She is on Eagles Wings. Her memory forever inmedded in my heart. I did not know her only thru Facebook, but yet I feel I knew her a lifetime. My...Read More »
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112 of 128 | Posted by: Karen Wilhoite - Oak Creek, WI
“Steve,Amy,& children,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Emma was a special little girl here on earth, now she is a special little angel...Read More »
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113 of 128 | Posted by: Kenneth and Rebecca Howe - KY
“I feel so very blessed and my life enriched to have had the honor to meet Emma and Amy. It was a joy I will cherish forever ! Emma, you touched my...Read More »
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114 of 128 | Posted by: Janice P. Metcalfe - Greenville, KY
“Steve and Amy,
My heart is breaking for the loss of this precious angel. I hope that you and your family will find some comfort in knowing how...Read More »
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115 of 128 | Posted by: rita mallory - drarkesboro, KY
“May God wrap his loving arms around each & every person that loved Emma and those hearts she touched. I can't imagine and can only take comfort in...Read More »
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116 of 128 | Posted by: Angela (Robinson) Curtis - KY
“Emma, your spirit, courage, and grace was an inspiration to us all. I hate that you knew so much pain in your life and I will continue praying for a...Read More »
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117 of 128 | Posted by: Teresa Haywood Anthony - Hanson, KY
“It was my pleasure to meet Emma and her family as one of her Make-A-Wish Volunteer. She was such a joy each time we were at her house. She was...Read More »
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118 of 128 | Posted by: Clara Johnson - Central City, KY
“May you forever be in our hearts. Your story has touched many. You have brought awareness to childhood cancer. May you fly with all the other little...Read More »
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119 of 128 | Posted by: Samantha Chapman - Russellville , KY
“To all of the Ford Family,
I came to know about Emma through her Facebook page. And while I did not know her for a long time the time that I did...Read More »
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120 of 128 | Posted by: Michelle Weigle
- Inverness, FL
“God be with you in your time of need to console and watch over you. God bless you and your family.
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121 of 128 | Posted by: Leah A. Basham - Caneyville, KY
“We are praying for strength and comfort for your family. We know sweet Emma is with Jesus and no more pain or suffering.
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122 of 128 | Posted by: Abby McIntire - Louisville, KY
“John 14:1-3
Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I...Read More »
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123 of 128 | Posted by: Rebecca Crabtree
- Monticello, KY
“To the Ford Family,
I had come to know about Emma through your page on Facebook and while I did not know her a long time, for the time that we...Read More »
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124 of 128 | Posted by: Michelle Weigle - Inverness, FL
“Praying for all of the family.
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125 of 128 | Posted by: angel arndell - central city, KY
“Emma - I never met you, but followed your story on Facebook. I am so sorry for your suffering but I know you are now in a better place, free of pain...Read More »
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126 of 128 | Posted by: A friend in Michigan
“May Our Divine Savior comfort you in your sorrow as only HE can. Thank You for sharing the pictures and story of your brave little daughter with...Read More »
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127 of 128 | Posted by: Peg Lucas - Williamstown, PA
“Angel flying high......
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128 of 128 | Posted by: deeanna morris - greenville, KY
GREENVILLE - Emma Joy Ford, 4, of Greenville, died Sunday, October 7, 2012 at 6:23AM at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital in Nashville. Emma was born September 4, 2008 in Daviess County. She was a member of Carter Creek Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Joyce Jones; aunt Joy Holmes; and her great-grandparents.
Survivors include her parents, Steve and Amy Ford of Greenville; brothers Tre Lambert, Dylan Ford, and Brody Lambert; grandparents Jimmy and Martha Ford of Henderson and Lowell and Angel Jones of Ennis; great-grandmother Mary Hicklin of Madisonville; aunt and uncle Sid and Bonnie Fitch of Greenville; aunt Tammy Harrison and Jamie of Drakesboro; aunt Verna Lear of Georgia; uncle Tommy Jones of Ennis; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 11:00AM at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City, with Rev. Tommy Wilhite officiating. Burial in Carter Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4-7PM at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.
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