TO MY HUSBAND LAVURN SIMMONS
I remember when we first met; we were
scheduled to meet for lunch;
I arrived very late and thought you'd just leave
But you didn't
When we were dating it was a struggle for us to be
together because of our schedules. I thought you'd
stop seeing me
But you didin't
We were married within ten months and moved into
your home. Together we took on the task of living and
loving each day and each other. There were so many
more memories for us to make once you came home
from the hospital
But you didn't
Thank you Larry for loving me so much, and for receiving
my love in return. The memories we have can't be taken
away, only the shock and grief will soon pass, leaving you behind.
As our new journey begins, please keep me in your heart
because that's right where you are.
I love you.
written by Kay Simmons for Larry Lavurn Simmons
read during the memorial service September 7, 1999