Dianne Bailey

Sweet Dana – You’re in our thoughts and prayers. Knowing you and hearing the wonderful stories about your mom's kindness and beautiful spirit, I hope you find some comfort in this poem. We love you.

THE ROSE BEYOND THE WALL

A rose once grew where all could see,
Sheltered beside a garden wall.
And as the days passed swiftly by,
It spread its branches, straight and tall.

One day, a beam of light shone through,
A crevice that had opened wide.
The rose bent gently toward its warmth,
Then passed beyond to the other side.

Now, you who deeply feel its loss,
Be comforted, the rose blooms there.
Its beauty even greater now,
Nurtured by God's own loving care.

A. L. Frink

Dana, I love you as a sister and know I am always here for you! Corey, you are my brother and I know this is hurting just as much as you lost your mom too!
So many of us considered Dianne family even if not by blood. Through the gift of being Dana and Corey's friends so many of us were given a second Mom. I always called her Mom as many of us did.
I found this poem and I hope it brings some comfort to everyone that misses her and considered her family.

We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name,
In life we loved you dearly; in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you, the day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

Win, loose or draw a child is forever imprinted by the blessings and lessons of a parent...we as adults choose to be apart of each others lives. Dana, you know I do love you, and I am so blessed to know you. I have spent much loving and crazy time with you and but a short wonderful time with Dianne, but it only took one day with her to changed my life... forever. Please know you will always be a part of my life...win loose or draw!

She will always be with you. love

Dana, I am so sorry for your loss. I know her indomitable and independent spirit was an inspiration to you and many of your friends. And what a great job raising you. I can still remember Dianne's radiant smile when I first met her at Corey's 40th.

Gone yet never forgotten,
Although you are apart,
Dianne's spirit lives within you,
Forever in your heart.

If there is anything I can do....

Joe, Erin and Kristen

(Classmate from Forest Hill)

I'm so sorry for your loss Dana .... Love you and hope that God will give you comfort ..

I'm Free At Last

Don't grieve for me , for now I'm Free
I'm following the path God laid for me .
I took His hand when I heard Him call
I turned my back and left it all .

I could not stay another day

To laugh , to love , to work or play .

Task left undone must stay that way .

I found that place at the close of day .

If my passing has left a void
Then fill it with remembered joy .

A friendship shared , a laugh , a kiss .

Ah yes , these things , I too will miss .

Be not burdened with times of sorrow .

I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow .

My life's been full , I savored much

Good friends , good times ,

A loved one's touch .

Perhasps my time seemed all to breif :

Don't lenghten it now with undue grief .

Lift up your hearts and share with me

God wanted me now , He set me free ..

Even thought I'm not there to comfort u through theses difficult times , my prayers are with you and your entire family . If there is anything I can do please let me know

Love Always,
JB

Dianne was one of the most-kind hearted women I have known. She and Dana shared an amazing mother-daughter bond. She will be dearly missed.

Our hearts go out to Dana and the entire family for this tragic loss.

Our thoughts and pryaers are with you.
God Bless, Wesie family

Dear Dianne,

I am so sad you have to leave us, all too soon.

What a loving and wonderful mother you are to our beautiful Dana, what a beautiful woman she is, thank you! : )

You are very much loved and always will be, thanks for all the goodness you brought with you to This Life. Go well, Good Lady!

Love,
Denise

Dana, my heart goes out to you and all of Dianne's family in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Miss Dianne Bailey, especially to her wonderful daughter Dana, I never had the priviledge and honor of meeting Miss Bailey, but if she was anything like her daughter, I know she was a very sweet and loving person... May God bring peace to this family, and heal their hearts during this grieving time, and may she rest in peace !! God Bless

She always leaned to watch for us,
Anxious if we were late,
In winter by the window,
In summer by the gate;

And though we mocked her tenderly,
Who had such foolish care,
The long way home would seem more safe
Because she waited there.

Her thoughts were all so full of us,
She never could forget!
And so I think that where she is
She must be watching yet,

Waiting till we come home to her,
Anxious if we are late-
Watching from Heaven's window,
Leaning from Heaven's gate. Margaret Widdemer

With love to you Dana and Corey,

Holly and Jeremy

Dana and family,

Oh, what memories I have of you and your wonderful mother and family! Such fun we had when you and my girls were growing up! Diane was my walking buddy and Christmas fruitcake-making buddy. I still have her recipe in her own handwriting and will cherish it as one of my treasures.

We had touched base a couple times through the years, but I didn't know she had come back to the local area. I surely would have connected with her again. Saddens me to know that she's gone, but I can still see her bright smile. Memories never die! Love and prayers.

Dana,
I miss your mom dearly! She was always so proud of all of her nieces and nephews. Most of all she was so proud of you and the wonderful person you are! Some of my fondest memories of your mom are all of our Saturday beach trips and slumber parties. We always had a blast! I love you and Corey very much. Michael and I are here for you guys always!

Aunt Dianne ~ I will miss your beautiful smile and your unconditional love that you gave so freely! I have a hole in my heart today that will never be filled because there is no one else like you! I will never forget you! Love always, Jennifer

Dana and Corey,
You are in our hearts. We are so sorry for you loss.

We love you terribly!

mb and Peter

Thank You for all the wonderful holiday dinners, you were a very special person, and will be in my heart forever!

I will always remember Dianne as kind and welcoming. She was always smiling. I remember the fun time we had in in Vegas at Dana and Corey's wedding. She was always laughing everytime we were together. I will miss her.

May God bring you comfort in this time. I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dana, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a big part of my life and was very special to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dana- I am so sorry to hear about this. I remember stories you told me of your Mom and childhood. Praise God you had her and know she is home and safe now. Heaven is a wonderful place and she is peaceful now. Warm Wishes to you and Corey, Valerie

Dana, I am so sad to hear of your mom's passings but am sure that she is at peace with our heavenly father. I remember the many birthday celebrations and girlfriend dinners we all shared together, her beautiful smile & warm heart. Please know that during this most difficult time, you & Corey are with us in prayer, love, and friendship.

My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. I had the great pleasure of meeting Dianne only once but she left a lasting impression on me. What I remember the most was her kindness and how her face lit up when she told me how proud of you she was. And I know it was mutual, you loved her with every essence of her being. I can only hope to share that bond and love with my daughter. My thoughts and deepest condolences to you, Corey and family.

Dana,
My heart broke for you when I learned of your Mom's passing. Although I never met her, I know she was an amazing woman and mother, because you are an amazing woman and caregiver too!
Please know that I am here for you, and would be happy to help you anyway I can. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sherry Barnette

Dana, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God confort you in this difficult time. If you need anything you know I'm here for you. I never had the privilege of meeting you Mom, but I know she must have been an exceptional woman because I know the loving, caring daughter she raised.

Dana, I was so sorry to hear that your mom passed away. She was a great lady. Knowing her was a blessing in my teenage years...she really kept us on our toes. I am praying for you and your family and wish you all the best.
Love,
Aimee

My prayers are with you, Beth Garza

Dianne and I were in the same class. I will always remember her fancy hairdo and her confident demeanor. We were in PE class together and shared many a story of life on the slow track in Hardin County and of our hopes and dreams for the future we felt would surely be ours. She has left us at a relatively young age and I certainly send my prayers for her friends and family. You are in my thoughts this holiday season. Be assured of that!

May God be with you all during this time. Diane was a wonderful lady and an awesome Mom to Dana! My thoughts and prayers are with you all! Love you!

Dana and Corey, I love you both so much and my thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of Diane's family. She was like a mother to me and she will be deeply missed.

To the family of Dianne - I was so shocked and very saddened to learn of her passing. Seemingly we are losing folks more and more that are in much too young age brackets. I have some good memories of Dianne and her family. I pray that all of you will be sustained with the strength of God. Allow Him to fill in the places that seem to be hollow and empty at this time. You will remain in my heart and my prayers. Sis. Dee Phillips

Dana, my heart breaks for you! You are in our prayers my sweet friend and I love you. You know the God who will see you through this. May He wrap His arms of love around you today and throughout the coming days.

To Dana, Corey and Dianne's family,
As we sit here so far away in miles, we certainly hope you know that we are with you in thoughts and spirit. We have prayed that God will give you the strength to endure this difficult process and that you will reach to Him for comfort. We know that Dianne is at rest and knows perfect peace and that she loves you so much that she wishes the same for you.
She raised you well Dana and you can be proud and you will continue to share a part of her with us each day. You are her living legacy.

You are in my thoughts and my prayers. God will carry you through when you think you can't. Lean on friends and family and let them take care of you. If you need anything just know that I am here for you for whatever you need, just let me know. I will be here for you when you return.

Dianne will be missed. She was a beautiful lady who's warm smile could light up the room. I remember only the 2nd time I met her, she gave me a hug like we had known each other for years. What an amazing lady. My thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will never know the answers to "why", we just have to have faith that God is with us always. Much love.

So sorry to hear of Dianne's passing. Haven't heard from her in years but thought of her often. We used to attend church together in Kountze. I know that she will be missed by her family and friends. May God comfort you during this time of sorrow and in the days ahead. Keeping the family in my prayers.
Sherry Clark Diener
Longview, TX

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God be with everyone especially at this time of year when family counts so much. She will truly be missed.

Today heaven is a better place. Love you guys.

I am so deeply sorry that this family has to endure this unexpected loss. Sometimes we forget just how fragile this life can be until something like this happens and we want to hang on to those dear to us and not let go. Cherish all those wonderful memories of her and we all will do the same...keeping her alive in our hearts forever. Much love to all of the family! I pray for comfort that only God can give for there are no words that anyone can say to ease your pain at this time.

The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face shine on you an be gracious. The Lord look upon you with favor and give you piece.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Dana and Corey and all of Diane's family. Diane will be truly missed. Love, Tina, Adam & Sydnee Goubeaud.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Dana and Corey and all of Diane's family. She was like a 2nd mom to all of us and we will miss her beautiful smile and independent spirit. Love, Pam, Gary, Jaret, Trish, Jason and Roxie