Mrs. Mattie Williams Roberts

Saddened by the news of Mattie’s passing—she was a Southern Lady and long time friend——Gayle and Graham Walters

my deepest sympathy to the Roberts family .I wish I knew the right words to say but there aren't any. May it comfort you to know how much you're loved one meant to so many being kind and caring person. All of the beautiful memories on the sand as we used to call it I still cherish until this day. Of a dear friend and family. I pray that God give all of you the strength to ease the pain doing these Troublesome times. at John chapter 5 verses 28 29.God promise that he will call and those in the memorial tomb or grave will answer speaking of the Resurrection I'll dear loved ones we will see you again. what a beautiful hope. Love Drell

To The Grieving Family of Ms. Mattie Williams Roberts A message of Solace at The Time of Your Lost of a Loved One…………

JESUS’ ROLE IN COMFORTING ALL WHO MOURN God intended that Jesus have a key role in providing comfort. Among other tasks that God assigned him, Jesus was “to bind up the brokenhearted” and “comfort all who mourn.” (Isaiah 61:1, 2) As foretold, Jesus took a special interest in people who were “toiling and loaded down.”—Matthew 11:28-30. Today, the Son of God is not present on earth to comfort us personally. But his Father, Jehovah, “the God of all comfort,” continues to help those in need. (2 Corinthians 1:3) Consider four principal means that God uses to comfort people. • The Bible. “All the things that were written beforehand were written for our instruction, so that through our endurance and through the comfort from the Scriptures we might have hope.”—Romans 15:4. • God’s Holy Spirit. Not long after Jesus’ death, the whole Christian congregation entered into a period of peace. Why? “It walked in the fear of Jehovah and in the comfort of the holy spirit.” (Acts 9:31) The holy spirit, God’s active force, is very powerful. God can use it to comfort anyone in any circumstance. • Prayer. “Do not be anxious over anything,” the Bible advises us. Rather, it says, “let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers.”—Philippians 4:6, 7. • Fellow Christians can provide a comforting ‘safety net’ of true friends. The apostle Paul described his companions as “a source of great comfort” in times of “distress and tribulation.”—Colossians 4:11; 1 Thessalonians 3:7.

It is my sincere hope that these words/this knowledge helps to sustain you, your family during your Bereavement… Along with your Bible Go to www.jw.org 'Bible' or 'Publications' to answer any bible topic

Keeping the entire family in our prayers love you all. The Blue Family

Feldon, your co-workers at Thrive Upstate are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers in this sad time of loss.

Sandy Brown

To this great family (Hazel, John, Annie, Gwen, Brother). Please know that our hearts are saddened with the loss of Mrs. Mattie. As a child growing up in Riverdale, we had our own village. Mrs. Mattie will always be remembered as one of the Gate Keepers to our little village. A strong and respected woman who could discipline you with her eyes. Our love will be forever. She is now absent from her body and present with the Lord. With much family Love. Jesse Smutherman Jr. and Family, Rowlett Texas

Dear Ann, May God give you peace and comfort during this time of loss. Cherish the good memories of your mother. We will keep you and your family in prayer. Lois McBride Bright