of Mountain View, AR
October 15, 1950 - April 17, 2009
Alan Wayne Harper entered into eternal fellowship with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, April 17, 2009. He left behind his beloved wife of thirty-nine years, Lorinda; his three daughters, Danyelle (Paul) Harris, Carrie (Tim) Bourne, and Tami (Rob) Griffith; his brother, Robin Harper; his eight grandchildren, Alyssa, Caleb, Jordan, Titus, Dax, Baylee, Silas and Georgia; and mother-in-law, Ruby Willingham and many loving relatives and a host of close friends, and the members of Flatwoods Missionary Baptist Church, where he had spent thirteen years in joyful ministry. He will join those already with our Savior including his parents, Gerald and Alice Harper and his sister, Sharron Allison.
After a childhood in Georgia, Wayne served his country for twenty-one years as a decorated member of the United States Air Force. While stationed at Barksdale AFB in Bossier city, LA, Wayne surrendered to full-time ministry. For the remainder of his life, there was nothing he loved more than spreading the good news of God's love-through both song and sermon. He is probably still playing his guitar, singing tenor, accidentally knocking shelves off the wall of his heavenly mansion, and doing his legendary Elvis impersonation.
Brother Wayne will be remembered for the passion with which he lived his life. He laughed and cried every time he was near his wife, his daughters, his grandchildren, or his Lord. Anyone who wishes to celebrate his life or honor his memory is invited to a memorial service at Flatwoods Missionary Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 20th, 2009.
Visitation is 4 8 p.m., Sunday, April 19, 2009 at Flatwoods Missionary Baptist Church, Mtn. View.
Funeral Service is 2 p.m., Monday, April 20, 2009 at Flatwoods Missionary Baptist Church, Mtn. View.
Roller Crouch Funeral Home, Mtn. View is in charge of the arrangements.
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130 Condolence(s)
Bruce Harper
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Lovw you Uncle Wayne, miss you.
Dianne Knox
Monday, August 3, 2009
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Wayne's passing. We were 1st couins and grew up together. Wayne's Dad and my Mother were brother and sister and they were very close. They passed away within 2 months apart. There was 3 years difference in wanye and I. Distance kept us apart; but we loved one another and I will miss him.
My condolences to his family............I wish someone would have let us know that Wayne had passed away. We all loved him very much.
Lanoue Family
Friday, May 15, 2009
We are praying for you Harper Family. Your father was such a blessing to know. God bless you!
Leland Henry & Family
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Bro. Wayne has just heard "well done thy good and faithful servant".
I remember the SS class that Bro. Wayne taught at BCMBC in 1980 that I was a part of and can remember not being a perfect student. He was however a great teacher. I can't remember what all was taught, but thank God I attended his class.
My father and Wayne often saw each other at BAFB, they now are seeing each other again. Bless the Harper family.
Michael Bright
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
We think of you all each day. Bro. Wayne will be missed so much. It seem almost impossible that he has made it to heaven and left us behind. That must be the reason for that smile. We love you all and pray for you. God bless,
Mike and Ann
Kevin Sterling
Sunday, April 26, 2009
I knew Bro. Wayne from his occasional shops in my store. I work with LifeWay Christian Store in Little Rock and on those few occasions when he would be in the area, he would come into the store and see me. I respected him greatly and am saddened by his passing. God bless the family and the church.
Darrell & Nona Chitty
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Nona and I are saddened to hear of Wayne's death. We will always remember him as a tender and kind person who reflected Christ every day. What a wonderful legacy to leave for his children and grandchildren as well as for all of us to follow.
Lorinda, we send you our love and prayers as you enter this new phase in your life. We have comfort in knowing that Wayne has won his victory and you can have assurance that you will be reunited some day.
Love,
Darrell and Nona
Jamon and Stephanie Lee
Saturday, April 25, 2009
May the Holy Spirit comfort the Harper family and Flatwoods. Bro. Harper will truly be missed as he has been called to yet an even greater ministry. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Sandra H. Hendrix
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Lorinda, My heart goes out to you and your family. Could not believe it when I read the CCHerald. Just know my prayers and thoughts have been with you. What a wonderful life you two have had on this earth, and more to come when you meet again in heaven. I love you,girl and hope to see you next time you come to your other "home" down here. Sandy
Diana "Di" Tillery McCauley
Friday, April 24, 2009
You and your family are in my prayers. I pray you find the extra strength you'll need in this time of loss. I pray your minds will be full of joyful memories, and you find rest with the reassurance of His promises.
God bless you !
A Sister In Christ,
Di
Missionary Abel Dimatulac
Thursday, April 23, 2009
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May the good Lord comfort each one during this trying times. We love you.
God bless.Missionary Abel,TEss,Angela,Joshua Evangel Dimatulac Philippines
Missionary Abel Dimatulac
Thursday, April 23, 2009
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May the good Lord comfort each one during this trying times. We love you.
God bless.Missionary Abel,TEss,Angela,Joshua Evangel Dimatulac Philippines
Bill Kuykendall
Thursday, April 23, 2009
A great loss to God's Work on earth and The Harper family but a heavenly gain for Wayne. His Lord that he served will comfort his dear family, friends, and church family. Our prayers are with you .
Bill Kuykendall family
Henderson, Tx.
Bill Kuykendall
Thursday, April 23, 2009
A great loss to God's Work on earth and The Harper family but a heavenly gain for Wayne. His Lord that he served will comfort his dear family, friends, and church family. Our prayers are with you .
Bill Kuykendall family
Henderson, Tx.
Joe Barker
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
To the Harper family,
I remember meeting Bro. and Sis. Harper several years ago at a state meeting in Bossier City and being so impressed with the family´s singing. I did not know the family well but appreciate so much the love that Bro. Wayne Harper has demonstrated for World missions.. To the Children: I lost my father, who was a pastor, last year. While we greave so much in our hearts, long to see them once more, we can have confindence in knowing we will see them again.
Joe Barker
Andy Snow
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
The Harpers were blessing our family at Liberty MBC in Shreveport, LA during the early '90s. I received this news about 2 hrs ago and am saddened but know that Wayne is with the Lord. Everytime I think of my daughter's birth I think of Lorinda--She was right there. Everytime I hear "Beulah-Land" I think of Wayne, and will, till I see him again.-----Andy Snow
Nicky and Beverly Barnett
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Sister Lorinda and Family, We are praying for you and your family during this difficult time for your family.
Bro Wayne was a fine man of God and we know that today he is walking and talking with Jesus in the cool of the day in Heaven.
He will be missed by those of us who knew him.
Nicky and Beverly Barnett
Jack Spencer
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
I am sorry to hear about Brother Harper's promotion, he will be missed. God bless your family and friends.
John and Jamie Fannin
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Carrie, and family, we were sorry to hear of the sudden death of your father. I know that you will all miss him as well as his church family. Our prayers are with you all at this time.
Bill Clayton
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
I didn't know Pastor Harper but I share his love for the Ministry and my heart goes out to his family at this time!
Steve & Becky Shepherd
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
It is never easy to lose a loved one. When we lose a pastor like Bro. Wayne, the loss is felt by so many other than just his family. We at Wall Chapel offer our deepest condolences to the family, the church, and the community, as all will be greatly impacted and he will be sorely missed in our work.
Gene Smith
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of Bro. Wane. We will look forward to seeing Him in Heaven.
Gene Smith
Jim Mattingly
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
We are praying for the family at this time of great loss. We appreciated brother Waynes ministry. We enjoyed the service a few years ago when our family presented a music program for your church. We will look forward to another time in the future. God is able to give us His peace in times of loss. We will pray for His grace to lift you up. The Mattingly Family
Doug and Sherri Curtis
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
What a celebration! One of the greatest measures of a departed man is the amount of love he recieved from those left behind, and the children he raised. By that measure, Wayne Harper left a wonderful legacy. We count it a great pleasure to have had the relationship with this great family.
Mark,Wanda, Stephen and Jennifer (Forrest) Smith
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Lorinda, Danyelle, Carrie and Tami,
We are remembering all the good times we had when we both ministered in the same association in Shreveport, LA many years ago. My how time flies. God is so good to give us great friends. You are some of the finest. We still laugh when we think about the youth and mission rallies we attended together. Our kids were so funny together and it was always a blessing to hear each of you sing. Your faithfulness has been an inspiration to us as we watch the Lord use you in so many ways. We are confident He will continue to do so. We will pray for strength and comfort as you take one day at a time in His loving arms. We know you will also have many hugs from your freinds and family nearby. Love you all, Mark, Wanda ,Stephen and Jennifer (Forrest) Smith
Barbara (France) Fanta
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Dearest Lorinda,
The years have not erased the wonderful memories of you and Wayne and your girls. I am deeply saddened by Wayne's death, and pray God's comfort and peace be with all of you. Know others are praying for you and that the Holy Spirit will comfort you.
Love, Barbara
Walt & Maggie Emry
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Our deepest sympathies to Brother Wayne's family and to Flatwoods M.B.C. I visited Flatwoods just last month and enjoyed being there and fellowshipping with you. May God's grace and comfort be upon you.
Brother Walt & Sister Maggie Emry
Dr. Buddy Morris
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Harper Family: This earthly Heart felled wayne but the real heart he had was a Godly heart with Love for others,wayne is now resting and with some of those he loved so much, He had a heart of a Lion to see people saved and missionaries he did help,He loved his family and his fellow preachers, I will be praying for you the family.
Bobby And Tammi Stocks
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
We were deeply saddened by the news of Brother Wayne's death on Friday. Lorinda, you and Bro. Wayne and your girls have always held a very special place in our lives. Bro. Wayne was my first supervisor in the US Air Force, and I thank God that he took the interest in me to invite me to Bossier City MBC. Tammi and I want to express our gratitude for the love and friendship that you guys showed us as we started our lives together in marriage, and our prayers and thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. Bro. Wayne has always been an inspiration to me, and I have thought about him often as I have sought God's will for my life in ministry after military retirement. Though we are saddened by the loss of Brother Wayne, we rejoice in knowing he is with our Lord and Savior today!
We Love You and are praying for you,
Bobby and Tammi Stocks
Curtis Epnett
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
I was shocked by the news. I was sorrowful because of the news. My heart goes out to you Lorinda and the girls. I wanted to call but I know you were preoccupied. Bro. Wayne was a great, great man and will live on in our hearts and mind because of his gracious and kind personality.
Gale Candler
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Dear Sis Lorinda and Family,
I had Bro. Wayne as a teacher in seminary. I enjoyed his sense of humor and his great love for our Lord and Savior.
My prayers are with you and your wonderful family.
Tim & Christy Sumpter
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Sis. Harper and family. No words of man can bring peace at this time, so I have placed you into the loving arms of my Lord. May you find all you need in Him. Our love and prayers are with you all. Tim Sumpter, Pastor, Landmark Missionary Baptist Chuch, Bedford, IN
Warren & Joan Rainwater
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
We are asking God to give you the comfort That only He can give in a time such as this. Please know that we will continue to pray for your family every day.
Jerry & Connie Baker
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Dear Lorinda, Please know our prayers are with you. It was indeed an honor to know Bro. Wayne. Love in Christ, Jerry & Connie Baker
Stefanie Powell Shaughnessy
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Keeping your family in my prayers. You are a beautiful family and I know God will continue to touch you with his mercy and love.
Stefanie Powell Shaughnessy
James Candler
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Sis. Harper and family,
I am saddened by your loss. I enjoyed Bro. Wayne as a teacher and friend. My prayers are for you and the family.
James Candler
Erika (Grashot) Hill
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
His work here was done, and he was called home. Thank you so much for sharing your beloved husband and father with us, Mrs. Lorinda, Danielle, Carrie and Tami. The entire Harper clan are in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve, and as you laugh through tears. Cling to the memories you have and when you are called home, he will be waiting with that heart melting grin he always had, waiting to welcome you too. My love and deepest sympathies are with you.
Love,
Erika
Robert Cossey
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Dear Harper family,
Please know that others are praying for you during this time. God Bless you as you walk through the coming days with the aid of God's grace.
Bro Robert Cossey
Mike Hoggard
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Hello,
My name is Mike Hoggard. I pastor the Avilla M.B. Church just outside of Benton, Ar. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family and your church are in our prayers. May God bless you all during this time of grief and embrace you as only He can.
Bro. Mike, Sis. Mary, and Eli Hoggard
Elisabeth Arthur and Susan Griffith
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that your are in our prayers.
David Roshto
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
What a great man of God. Family, know that you are being prayed for. Heaven gets sweeter all the time.
Darrel & Martha Owens
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Please know that we love you and are praying for all of you.
Eddie Addison
Monday, April 20, 2009
We are praying for your family, church and community.
MiMi McAfee
Monday, April 20, 2009
Dear Harper Family,
My mother- in -love is Leane Jones. Although I only met Bro.Wayne once, I felt like I knew him. He was frequently mentioned in one story or another between Leane and I, always with great regard or laughter.
I know from these conversations that he was a very special person-devoted and loving to his family and his flock.
My deepest sympathy to you during this time of loss and grief. Bro. Wayne has left a wonderful legacy of hope in the Lord and I pray this peace to you at this time.
In His Love,
MiMi McAfee
Benton AR
Robert & Kelli Alamond
Monday, April 20, 2009
Mrs. Lorinda, Danyelle, Carrie & Tami,
We are so thankful that you have a strong faith as you walk through this time of grief. Although we are saddened for you, we are rejoicing for Bro. Wayne.
We know he is walking streets of gold and experiencing all the majesty of heaven now. He lived his life with eternity in mind.
The time he spent with us all at Liberty was a wonderful time. Bro.Wayne's legacy will live on until the Lord comes to take all of us to be with him!
We hope you feel the comfort of having so much love poured out for you and prayers being lifted on your behalf. Please rest in the arms of the almighty and let him wipe away your tears. He is so faithful!
Love & Prayers,
Robert & Kelli Alamond
Dennis Gay
Monday, April 20, 2009
Bro. Wayne was a wonderful encourager to me! Our prayers are with his family, friends, and Flatwoods church. But we rejoice in the promotion of our dear Brother!
Billy & Jean Shepard
Monday, April 20, 2009
To the family of Bro. Wayne we extend our deepest sympathy, along with our prayers that God will richly bless and meet every need during this most difficult hour of life. Bro. Wayne was a blessing to me as we served together on the Standing Missionary Committee. He will be missed by all.
Pat Wiggins
Monday, April 20, 2009
Lorinda,
It is amazing how GOD puts people in your path to let you know about old friends and neighbors. We were so sorry to hear of Wayne's death on Saturday.
I know God is giving you and the girls strength during this time of sadness. To know Wayne is not suffering any longer is the peace that passes all understanding.
We are thinking of you daily.
Love, Pat and Jimmy Wiggins
Mack & Leanna Owen
Monday, April 20, 2009
Bro Wayne was a great influence in the lives of many freinds and relatives and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Our most heartfelt prayers are lifted up to our Heavenly Father for His grace to ease the pain of Bro. Wayne's absence here on earth and for the grace for all to celebrate his entrance into his eternal home in heaven.
John and Colleen Huthmaker
Monday, April 20, 2009
I never got the priviledge of meeting Bro. Harper. I only know someone who could raise such a sweet spirit as Danyelle and her family could be an angel. We are praying for you in this time of sorrow. May the peace that passes all understanding give you rest during this time.
John and Colleen Huthmaker
Kim Gentry
Monday, April 20, 2009
Love you, Danyelle! I am praying for you and all your family. I wish I could be there.
Michelle Clayton Huffman
Monday, April 20, 2009
I love you all and am praying for you. I know Bro. Wayne is heaven's gain. I look forward to the time when we all will be together again.
Cindy Wilkes Hebert
Monday, April 20, 2009
I have such fond memories of Bro. Wayne as First being youth directors with my parents at Church and planning so many fun activities. I always loved to her him sing Beulah Land. He and Sister Lorinda sang by tape at our wedding because they thought they couldn't make it through. He was a groomsman in our wedding and did part of the service. He was a very loved man my me and I will deeply miss him. My prayers and thoughts are with the family. I know what you are going through losing one so soon in life.
R. L. Clark
Monday, April 20, 2009
I appreciated and enjoyed my fellowship with Brother Wayne. My prayers go up before the Lord for the family and the church.
Jodi Craig
Monday, April 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!! I have been singing "Beulah Land" since Friday Night! It is so comforting to know that Bro. Wayne isn't home sick for a country anymore!!
Robbie Horne
Monday, April 20, 2009
I will remember Brother Wayne fondly. He was a fine, joyous man of God. I am praying for the Harper family and Flat Woods Missionary Baptist Church.
Jerry & Clara Carter
Monday, April 20, 2009
Bro. Wayne was an inspiration to all who knew him. May the God of all comfort be with his lovely family at this difficult time and in the days of adjustment.
Our love, Jerry & Clara Carter
Marvette Wallace Boggs
Monday, April 20, 2009
I am so very priviledged to have know such a Godly man! I thank God for the time we got to have Bro. Wayne and the family at Liberty. You all made such a HUGE impression in my life!! I know this is a difficult time for you all but you will see him again one day soon. I pray that God will give you the peace, comfort and strength to carry you through as only he can. I love you all so much!!
Brenda Richardson
Monday, April 20, 2009
Flatwoods Church, Lorinda and girls:
My heart is heavy with sorrow for you and my prayers are with you! God Bless!
Tom and Doris Scarlett
Monday, April 20, 2009
We are praying for your family during this difficult time of great loss. May God give each of you His strength to meet the days ahead.
Terry & Sandy Parrish
Monday, April 20, 2009
Please know you have our prayers. Bro. Wayne was a great man and a good friend. We will all miss his commitment and example. Thank God for men of his caliber and godliness.
Terry Parrish
wendell butte
Monday, April 20, 2009
THIS IS FROM THE PASTORS AND PREACHERS OF THE CUMBERLAND RIVER ASSOCIATION OF BAPTIST KY. WENDELL & LARRY BUTTE, EUGENE TARTER, JAMES FLOYD, DARRY HATFIELD, REGGIE TIPTION,DAVID MEECE, GRANT HARDWICK, CHARLES WOODCOCK, TROY MERRICKS, EARNEST WARREN, DANIEL & NORMAN HARPER AND MANY MORE. gOD BLESS AND COMFORT.
Bruce and Jessica Morris
Monday, April 20, 2009
May God give your family the grace, as needed, to sustain each of you through this time of heartache and loss. Bro. Wayne did a great work for the Lord that will continue on, here on earth, and follow him into glory. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and love him. Our prayers are with your family.
John and Joyce Nations
Monday, April 20, 2009
Bro. Wayne's life and legacy of love and service to family and our Lord is a blessing to all those who follow. Our prayers are with you, the family, at this time. God Bless and comfort you.
sherrie unruh
Monday, April 20, 2009
praying for your loss.....May God bring lots of love and peace today and the days that follow.....love to your family.
Nelson & Gloria Cheney
Monday, April 20, 2009
To all of the Harper family we, just like so many others, are saddened over the loss of Bro. Wayne. But what a victory for him. We will always cherish the many memories that our families had over the years. Please know that our prayers are with you through this difficult time
Nelson and Gloria
Mike Haney
Monday, April 20, 2009
May God bless and comfort both the family and the church in the loss of this fine man. I will treasure the times at Budd Creek Camp that we sang together and the fellowship we enjoyed.
Marvin "Moose" Jackson
Monday, April 20, 2009
I know that Bro. Wayne will be missed by his family, church, friends and our ABA Association. It was an honor for the ABA Disaster Relief Ministry to serve alongside this great man and the Flatwoods Missionary Baptist Church in helping their community recovery from the tornado hit in 2008. Our prayers here at the ABA Disaster Relief Operation Center will continue for all of you.
Larry & Pat Clements
Monday, April 20, 2009
We will all miss Brother Wayne! We will be faithful to pray for the family and church during this difficult time of loss. Spurgeon said, "Even when you cannot trace God's hand, you can trust God's heart." We will trust God's heart and wait until we see Brother Wayne again. Love and prayers, Larry & Pat Clements
Jerry and Kim Chandler
Monday, April 20, 2009
Our prayers are with you and your family. We praise the Lord for the life and service of Brother Wayne to our Wonderful Lord and Master.
Larry and Thelnita Fincher
Monday, April 20, 2009
Lorinda and girls,
We are crushed in your grief. Please know that we love you all dearly, have been praying, and will continue to pray for you during this time.
Jim Jones
Monday, April 20, 2009
Dear Family,
It was my honor to serve with Bro. Wayne Harper on the Standing Missionary Committee of the American Baptist Association for the past three years. I was stunned when I heard of his passing. Heaven has gained a great man of God and we mourn for the family and pray God's comfort and richest of blessings upon you all. Our family lost a 20 year old grandson on February 26 of this years, so we know what you are going through. Our sincere sympathy and prayers are with you. Jim and Gail Jones
Tom McElmurry
Monday, April 20, 2009
Thankful for the work Christ did in you!
Noah D. Lee
Monday, April 20, 2009
Dear Harper family, on behalf of the entire Longview MBC church family, I extend our sincerest condolences. May the Lord bless you with comfort, faith, hope, and assurance in the Lord. Brother Wayne will truly be missed. His heart for the Gospel, missions, and ministry is a model for all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry & Rachel Sesser
Monday, April 20, 2009
Praying for your family and church.
Mike & Maissa Stewart
Monday, April 20, 2009
Lorinda & girls,
Our hearts are saddened at the loss of Bro. Wayne but also rejoicing knowing that he is with our Savior now. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Remember the words of the psalmist, Ps 121...I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.2 My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.3 He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber.4 Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.5 The LORD is thy keeper: the LORD is thy shade upon thy right hand.6 The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night.7 The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.8 The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.
Love ya'll,
Mike, Malissa, Maranda, Malynda, Makenzie, & Madyson Stewart
Paul & Kim Snow & family
Monday, April 20, 2009
Lorinda, Danyelle, Carrie, & Tami - Just want you to know that we are thinking about you and praying for you. It's been a tough year for you all, but we know that our Father never makes a mistake. We love you and just pray that the Lord will wrap His arms around you and be to you what only He can, not just for today but for the days ahead. We love you -
Paul, Kim, Jade & Steven
bobby&ann williams
Monday, April 20, 2009
we were so sorry to hear about br. wayne. we counted him as a good friend that will be missed, but one that i know we will soon see again forever with our Lord that he loved so.
Beverly Vinyard
Monday, April 20, 2009
Danyelle, Paul & Family
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your dad at church yesterday HCMBC-I lost my dad a little over 5 years ago-it really hurts-but God will be with you and your family each step of the way-I know your dad is rejoicing in heaven and waiting for that glorious day when the rest of the family will join him in Heaven.We will be praying for each and everyone of you during this time and the days ahead that will follow.
May God Bless
Ronald and Beverly Vinyard
Jody Hooks
Monday, April 20, 2009
My love and prayers are with you-all. God's peace be with you.
Ronnie and Lori Everett
Monday, April 20, 2009
Praying for your family and Bro. Harpers church family. Death is never easy to understand but we know our redeemer lives and Bro. Harper is with Him in Heaven. Thankful to God for loving parents and thankful for parents who love God. Glad you got to experience both. Love you guys...Ronnie and Lori
Mike and Kim Wilkes
Monday, April 20, 2009
There are no words to express how very sorry we are for this terrible and untimely loss. Bro. Wayne will forever be remembered for his gentle and loving nature. May God fill your void with His love and compassion. God bless each of you.
Phillip and April Rye
Monday, April 20, 2009
Dear Paul, Danyelle, and the Harper Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for all of you during this difficult time. God is on His throne! May He give you strength and comfort in the coming days. Please let us know if we can do anything at all.
Love, Phillip and April Rye
Sherry Brinson
Monday, April 20, 2009
Lorinda and girls. . . . my heart breaks for you. What a tough year this has been for your sweet family. I love you all so much and will continue to pray for each of you.
Sean, Samantha, and Sarah Couch
Monday, April 20, 2009
We are so sorry we can't be there with you all as you walk through this. May you continue to be granted His peace that surpasses all comprehension. Know that we are praying for you all.
John and Joyce Rogers
Monday, April 20, 2009
How blessed we were to attend the Easter Program last Sunday night and hear the wonderful story of the resurrection , not knowing how soon Bro. Wayne could be with Jesus. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Pastor Gary Woodring
Monday, April 20, 2009
To the family and church family, our prayers and support as you celebrate his homegoing and are saddened for the time; missing him. His legacy and love continue... in Christ we have comfort and certitude that a life lived for Him has eternal impact. Again, we are praying for you.
Kyle and Erika Sears
Monday, April 20, 2009
We are thinking of you guys today. May God richly bless your family in the days to come.
Charlie & Linda Ellison
Monday, April 20, 2009
The entire family and church are in our prayers. Bro. Wayne will be greatly missed, but his labors for the Lord will continue.
Jake Pledger
Monday, April 20, 2009
I love you guys so much. The Harper family has been such an influence on my life. My prayers are with you during this time.
Pastor Phil & Karen Torres
Monday, April 20, 2009
Our prayers are with you and your family. May the peace of God pass all understanding! God Bless you.
The Torres Family
Adam and Whitney Andrews
Monday, April 20, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless your entire family during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you. Tami, we love you and if you need anything you give me and Whit a call.
Tim Jones
Monday, April 20, 2009
Many happy memories of man who raised a great family. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. The Jones Family
Danny and Phyllis Bradley
Monday, April 20, 2009
Dear Lorinda and family
We were so shocked to hear the news of Bro. Wayne's death. He touched so many hearts throughout the years with the gospel, kindness, and wisdom. He will be missed greatly. We want you to know that we are praying for you as well as the church family.
Much love,
Danny and Phyllis
Janet & Greg Brown
Monday, April 20, 2009
Lorinda and girls, we are so saddened at the loss of Bro. Wayne, but rejoice in his joining our Heavenly Father. We pray that God will comfort each one of you and your families during this time. May God continue to bless the Church.
We love you,
Greg, Janet, Ryan & Jason Brown
Gary Guffey
Monday, April 20, 2009
Dear Lorinda and girls,
My heart is saddened with the departing of Wayne. What a great friend and brother in Christ he was. From the days of serving the Lord together in Bossier City, in missing him while he was away serving our country, in playing softball together, in sweet fellowship with him as a friend, and in communications via email in the past years, he will be missed by me and my family. But our sorrow will be brief knowing that we will be together with our Saviour once again serving the King of all Glory in all His wonder and majesty. Wayne's sweet music and loving heart can already be heard if we just listen. God Bless you in this time of relection and loss. May our God comfort you in every turn of events..."Precious Memories...how they ever flood my soul. In the stillness, of the midnight, precious Memories-scenes unfold."
Your Brother In Christ and friend-
Gary and Linda Guffey
Eloise Ralley
Monday, April 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are certainly with your
family as you go through this difficult time. Rest
assured that God will be your all sufficient Comfort
as you face the days ahead. God bless.
Eloise Raley
Larry Earhart
Monday, April 20, 2009
Lorinda and family, Our prayers are with you. Your family has always been a blessing and inspiration to those of us who knew you. May God continue to bless you and use you to bless others.
Phyllis Turner
Monday, April 20, 2009
Carrie and family, I was so sorry to hear about you father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rubin & Betty Barnes
Sunday, April 19, 2009
We are very saddened to hear the news of Pastor Wayne. We did not know him well but the few times we met we could see a warm, kind man who loved the Lord with all his heart. We will be praying for all the family, including his church family in their loss.
Gary & Sandra Murphy
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Words fail us at such a time, but we know the ONE who never fails. May you receive comfort from God and His Word. "The LORD bless thee, and keep thee; the LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee; the LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace." Numbers 6:24-26
With Love and Prayers,
Gary & Sandra
EDGAR N. (EDDIE) SUTTON
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Dear Lorinda and family,
I truly will be praying for all of you in your loss. We will miss Bro. Wayne in
our Associated work. It has been a blessing knowing you these past years.
I know God will supply the added grace you need for this time. God bless you
all.
Doney Blackerby
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Lorinda and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. We are praying for you as you are leaning upon Him.
With love,
Doney and Rhonda Blackerby
Janice and Loy Berry
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Lorinda Sorry to here about Wayne. You and your family will always be in our heart, and prayers. If you ever need me I am here. Love Janice
Joe & Katie Hellums
Sunday, April 19, 2009
May God bless you and comfort you now in the home going of Bro. Wayne. He spent his life preaching about the Lord whom he has now slipped into the presence of. Knowing this is the greatest comfort possible. You have our prayers for strength for what lies ahead for the Harper family and for the Flatwoods Church family.
Sharon B. Dupree
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Heavens choir just became a little sweeter! You are in my prayers. Love you all!
David & Sandra Lee
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Lorinda & Family,
We can't express the shock or heartache we feel over the news of Bro. Wayne's death. We have lost a cherished friend and brother. Although he will be greatly missed, what a wonderful heritage he leaves behind in you, his family, and in the work he has done for God's Kingdom on earth. Our hearts go out to you at this time, and pray that God will surround you in his comfort and love today and in the coming days. This just gives us one more reason to look forward to Heaven. We love you all so very much.
Jill & Larry Howard
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Dear Lorinda, Family and Flatwoods Church Family, Our Prayers are with you all. God will give you the Grace and Strength for what is ahead.
Kelly Holland
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Lorinda & Family - Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. We are so sad to hear about Bro. Wayne's passing away. Please know that we are grieving with you. Bro. Wayne was a wonderful person and he will be missed very much. We will be lifitng ya'll up in constant prayer.
Grant & Kelly (Ritmo) Holland
Stan and Sandy Ackerman
Sunday, April 19, 2009
As the sister of Dean Morrison, Brother Wayne ministered to our family on numerous occasions and always provided comfort and support. Although we will miss him, how heaven rejoiced when such a good and faithful servant entered the gates! May God provide you with comfort as you continue on your earthly journey.
W. A. Dillard
Sunday, April 19, 2009
May God bless and comfort you in the homegoing of Brother Wayne. He served the Master well and will be keenly missed. His gain is our hope in Christ. I am glad I knew him. All of you at home and in the church are in my prayers.
Richard Arnheiter
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Dear Lorinda and family,
Our love and prayers are with you and for you at this time. No words can express the sorrow in our own hearts. Our prayer is for the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ to give you strength for today and the days ahead. His Grace is sufficient. Brother Wayne is in the presence of the Lord. We all will soon meet the Lord together in the air and so shall we ever be with the Him. "Comfort one another with these words."
We love you all.
Richard and Frances Arnheiter
John & Debbie Bryant
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Lorinda & family, Please know that we are sad for you and have been praying for you this weekend and will continue to lift you up as you go through this difficult time in your lives.
Donna Scarborough
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Lorinda & family,
I was so sorry to hear of the death of Bro. Wayne. Lorinda, you will never know the impact and influence your family has made in my life. I only wish I could be there with you, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Donna
Don Gillam
Saturday, April 18, 2009
We know that God does all things well. It is with that promise that I pray for His comforting grace at this time in your lives. Bro. Wayne served His Lord, His Church, his community, and certainly his family faithfully. Our prayers continue for the Harper Family, and for the Flatwoods Family at this time of sorrow and shock. God's blessings to you all.
W. K. Roach
Saturday, April 18, 2009
I well remember when we first met in youth rally work in Louisiana. Precious memories to me. It is more than evident that a great soldier of the cross has gone home. There are no sufficient words that I have to convey my heart felt thoughts to you at this time. I do know that God always give sufficient grace to meet any need in our lives. May He who comforts best comfort you greatly at this difficult time. Remember, nothing is lost when you know where it is.
Cristina McNatt
Saturday, April 18, 2009
We are saddened to hear of the loss of Bro. Harper. You are in our thoughts and prayers. The McNatt Family
J. Perry Hart
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Lorinda, Words cannot express the saddness Kim and I feel at the loss of Bro.Wayne, yet we hold dear the memory of sharing time with both of you during our time in Bossier City, and rejoice in the spirit over the fact that we will again enjoy great times together in Heaven, May God comfort and keep you during this most difficult time.
Tim and Melissa Rose
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Our family is praying for you. Love, Tim, Melissa, Abigail, and Joshua Rose
Jennifer Leigh Strout
Saturday, April 18, 2009
No words can express my sorrow....you both made a deep impact in my life. Because of you, I cannot now ever be shaken from my faith. God bless you and be with you always. You will always be in my heart.
Marcy Gillam Passmore
Saturday, April 18, 2009
We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow. So sorry for your loss.
Brian Canard
Saturday, April 18, 2009
I didn't know Bro. Alan personally but had a chance to speak to him back in January I believe.... I'm sorry for your loss... you are in my prayers..
Brian Canard
Todd McAteer and Family
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Lorinda and Family:
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Bro.Wayne, he was such a great man. You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts.
Tim Ward
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Our prayers are with the family. Bro. Wayne was a wonderful preacher and friend. He will always be remembered as a leader in our Lord's work.
Terry Bewley
Saturday, April 18, 2009
God bless.
Tommy Gault
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Lorinda & the girls. I am sorry to hear of your loss. Wayne was a good man. I held a lot of respect for Wayne.
You all are in my prayers. May the Lord see you through this difficult time.
Mary Ann Eck
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Brother Wayne always made us feel like "home folk" when we're at Flatwoods. His presence will be missed. We pray God's peace and comfort upon Lorinda and the children.
Christian Eck
Saturday, April 18, 2009
We looked forward to going to Flatwoods, every time we came home. Brother Wayne will be missed by members as well as long-time visitors of the church.
Wayne & Rhonda Reynaud
Saturday, April 18, 2009
What a wonderful friend and Christian example Bro. Wayne was! We are so sad to hear that he is gone. We are praying for you family.
Wayne & Rhonda Reynaud
James & Linda Calhoun
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Linda and I send our heartfelt prayers and thoughts to your family. Bro. Wayne was loved and respected for his preaching and leadership among the churches of the American Baptist Association. He will be missed, but our grief is not for him, as he is in a much better place. Our grief is for his family and ourselves who will miss him very much.
God Bless You,
James & Linda Calhoun