Nick

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

I just wanted to let Wanda's family know that I am currently writing a college thesis based off of some of her ideas. I never got the pleasure of meeting wanda, but her work is fantastic. Just thought it might be nice to know.

Carolyn Garrett

Monday, September 20, 2010

I had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Wanda at a CARTI retreat, and I thouroughly enjoyed our conversation together. She showed me photographs and read me poems that were so pleasing and comforting to my soul. She will be greatly missed here on Earth, but I know that Heaven is a better place with her in it.

Bob Jones

Friday, September 17, 2010

I find myself talking to you several times a day.
When I see something that I would like to share with you, it takes a moment to remember that you are not waiting at home. I know that you are at peace in Heaven. But I will always miss you.

Wendy Rickman

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

As a grad student in the LIBM program at UCA in the mid-1990s, I had the pleasure of having Mrs. Jones as an instructor. I and many others admired & respected her greatly as a teacher, mentor, & professional. She will be greatly missed. Our sincerest condolences from the UCA Library Media & Information Technologies program.

Margaret Thompson

Monday, September 13, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Bob, during these sad times. Wanda wrote beautiful poetry and had a delightful personality. I cherish even more her book of poetry that I purchased when she came and spoke to the Pioneer Branch of Pen Women last Spring.

Kay Bland

Monday, September 13, 2010

My thoughts have been with you all these past few weeks and I am so sorry that I was out of the country last week when Barbara called to leave a personal message that Wanda had left us all too soon. I think she was probably with me as I was having tea in an English garden last week...something that she loved so much. She taught us all how to live and learn. I will miss seeing her at the library events. I am so glad to have a signed book of her poems. I will cherish our friendship forever.

Mary Jo Chambers

Monday, September 13, 2010

Bob,
I was so sorry to learn of Wanda's death. I remember you both well from the CARTI retreats. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Eileen Krause

Sunday, September 12, 2010

It went away before I was finished. I wanted to thank you for saying that Wanda considered me family. You'll never know how much that means to me. She was such a tremendous lady and such an influence in my life. I wish I had something equally as comforting to say to you. We all love you both amd we're here when you need us. Love, Eileen

Eileen Krause

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Dear Bob,
My sympathies are with you and your family. Wanda will be sorely missed. I know I have missed both of you at all the writers' functions this spring. The two of you have been so supportive and encouraging to me and so many others.
The strength, courage and positive attitude you both displayed has been inspiring.

Cecille Tibbett Hughes

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Bob, I am so sorry to hear of Wanda's passing. I was only around her a few times but could tell that she was a very loving and caring person. She put everyone around her at ease with her lovely smile. My prayers are with you. God be with you.

Harlain Ruff

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Bob,
Faye always had a warm smile for my poetry attempts. She made me want to be a better writer. Poetry writers are the best in this worl (and the next). When we meet again - hopefully I will have something worthy for her to smile at.
Our prayers are with you, and your family...Harlain

John & Pat Achor

Saturday, September 11, 2010

Bob,

Nothing I can say will ease the pain you feel at our loss; however please accept deepest condolences from Pat and me.

I think there is a bright new star in the skies today from whom many can enjoy great poetry.

Best wishes,
John and Pat

Shannon Vannatter

Friday, September 10, 2010

Faye was a very talented lady and always a joy to be around. She will be missed. Bob, I'm praying for you and your family.

Helen Plummer

Friday, September 10, 2010

It was an honor for me to know her . She was an inspiration to all of us in the PCSSD Library Media Specialists' group. Wanda gave so much to our profession.

Helene Stalllcup

Friday, September 10, 2010

I have been inspired by your love for poetry, and for each other.

Regina WIlliams

Friday, September 10, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Faye. I'd met her many times at conferences and she was a talented, lovely person. It won't be the same without her sweet smile to welcome me.
Regina Williams
The Storyteller Magazine

Jennifer Lafferty

Friday, September 10, 2010

Everyone who knew Faye was very fortunate. She was a kind, thoughtful, and very special lady. My prayers are with her loved ones.

Dean Henning

Friday, September 10, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of her pasing. She will be missed by everyone.

Rob Lamm

Friday, September 10, 2010

Bob: Wanda was a wonderful, gracious lady. The two of you have been in my thoughts and prayers much.

Brenda Iannacone

Friday, September 10, 2010

Faye's warm and giving personality along with her zest for life will be remembered with great fondness by all who knew her. I pray that the wonderful memories will help ease the pain Bob and family are suffering during this time of loss.

Jim Bell

Friday, September 10, 2010

I mourn the passing of Wanda Faye Jones but am thankful I got to know her. Faye was skilled and had talents which she generously used to inspire others. Throughout her ordeal, she was constantly and ably supported by her husband, Bob. It was an exemplary marriage; Faye and Bob were the ideal couple. My prayers are for both, one in this world and one in the next.

Kelly Thompson

Friday, September 10, 2010

Mrs. Faye was a wonderful and talented lady. I was not around her much but she left me with an amazement of just how talented she was. She was so sweet to me. I have never forgotten her. The Lord has another precious angel now.

Timothy Tripp

Friday, September 10, 2010

When reading obituaries, I often wonder if the encomium is exaggerated. In the case of Wanda Faye, I know from personal experience that it is not. I read every entry thus far on this Guestbook, and I could not agree more with each heart-felt sentiment.

Connie Moser

Friday, September 10, 2010

Bob, my regret is I never had her autograph my book, Erasing People. I still have our email communications to each other trying to set up a time and place to do this. I graduated in 1969 at McClellan High. May you find peace and know God will never leave you nor forsake you. May God bless you and your family.

Layne Fleming

Friday, September 10, 2010

I met Wanda early this year, so I haven't known her long. Her spirit and tenacity and most of all, her talent gave me inspiration. She will be missed.
Bob, I share in your grief.

Heather Jackson

Friday, September 10, 2010

Bob,
I am so sorry for your loss. You both have always been very special to our family and you will be in my prayers. Please take care of yourself and try to keep my Dad in line every chance you get! You are loved, Heather Jackson (Marc's Daughter)

Jim Barton

Friday, September 10, 2010

The very first time I met Faye, at PRA Poetry Day in Hot Springs, she encouraged me and urged me to continue writing poetry. In a room full of strangers, I had found a friend, and all I had to do was introduce myself. Never before or since have I met anyone so quick to make me feel welcome, feel a part of the group rather than apart from it. Her talent was undeniable, her personality unmatched, her life unforgettable. Thank you, Faye, for being my friend and mentor. May God be a comfort to your husband Bob and your family.

Susan Ames

Friday, September 10, 2010

Surviving cancer and following Wanda at North Pulaski made us kindred spirits. Seeing her creativity blossom through her cancer experience just warmed my heart. I will never forget her.

Dot Hatfield

Friday, September 10, 2010

Bob, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Faye was a blessing to all who came in contact with her.

Gale Gill

Friday, September 10, 2010

I never have met a person who was more of an inspiration for life and living. Her spirit will live on in her writings.

Debbie Lincoln

Friday, September 10, 2010

Faye was an inspiration to me. Her poetry spoke from the soul and gave hope to all you read it. She was a beautiful, caring woman who has touched many hearts. I will miss her smile and upbeat attitude, but her words and her spirit will live on forever.

Linda Black

Friday, September 10, 2010

To the family, I wish to express my sincere condolences. Treasure the memories as keepsakes for a lifetime of laughter, fun and enjoyment.

Even though I didn't get the opportunity to meet her in person, I feel that I had a connection to her through the Village Writers Club in Hot Springs Village.

May God comfort you. May He enfold you in His loving arms and give you peace.

Del Garrett

Friday, September 10, 2010

There are those we meet and like immediately, that we feel close and closer to as time goes on; then there are those even more appealing, those who impress us by their warmth, friendship, and zest for life. Faye made that kind of impression on me, and I'm sure on others. I cherish the friendship we had and I have her poetry to remind me of what a wonderful person she was in life and will forever remain in memory.

CartiNlr

Friday, September 10, 2010

Bob and Family,
We are very saddened to hear of Wanda's passing. She was an extraordinary person, as well as a fighter!
She fought a galliant fight, and inspired people along the way, whether it was with her attitude or her words.
She will be greatly missed by all who knew her, may you find peace and comfort in knowing that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Your friends at CartiNlr

David Elmore

Friday, September 10, 2010

Dear bob and family,

Faye was an extraordinary women. Proper words escape me. She taught me much about poetry and life. I extend my condolences to you on her passing. I ask the almighty to bless you all and give you comfort in this time of bereavement. She will be missed.

Sincerely,
David Elmore

Steve Whisnant

Friday, September 10, 2010

Arkansas lost an incredible talent with Faye's passing. I can only imagine what poems she's now creating in Heaven with the other many greats from throughout history. Faye was a role model for me and I can't ever remember not seeing her without a smile, even with the pain she suffered in recent years. As a fellow writer, I always struggled with my fiction if I felt a "four-letter-word" was needed to express some character's action. Especially among my fellow Christian friends and what they might think. Faye was never shy to offer advice, and helped me find compromise in my prose. Bob and her family will always be in my prayers. Steve

Carolyn Boyles

Friday, September 10, 2010

Bob, I will always cherish the time I spent with Wanda, especially in the last few weeks. She had a profound influence on me. I admired her spirit, her tenacity, and her willingness to give to others, wanting nothing in return. She brightened any room she was in. She valued every minute of every day.

Marsha Hamm

Friday, September 10, 2010

Bob and Barbara,
Please accept my sympathy. Wanda was always an inspiration to me, so positive and energetic--and such a lady!
Marsha Hamm

Melody K. Stiek

Thursday, September 9, 2010

You were a role model for fellow LMS educators and a greater one for anyone fighting cancer. We will miss you. God bless and comfort your family.

Marilyn Stroud

Thursday, September 9, 2010

In 30 plus years of friendship, Wanda was always gracious, serene, and unfailingly kind while sharing her many gifts. Her book and precious memories of working and writing together will always remind me of what a wonderful, special person she was.

Rachel Byrd Shankles

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Wanda was so talented and well respected by peers, former students, and librarians. I was library friend who looked up to her for guidance when I first began my pursuit. My sympathies are with you Bob and with Barbara.

Rebecca Rogers

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Emily Dickinson wrote, "Because I coiuld not stop for Death, he kindly stopped for me..." Wanda and I shared so many great personal and literary moments from our Ouachita days to all of the years I taught at North Pulaski, and she went above and beyond as Media Specialist. She was the epitome of a great friend and a lovely and courageous person. I will miss her.

Harding Stedler

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Wanda was an inspiration to all who knew her. I never saw her without a smile on her face. We learned from her how to play the hand that life has dealt us. All who knew her have been blessed.

ann keck

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Wanda was a very talented and dedicated library media specialist as well as a faithful friend.

John Murphree

Thursday, September 9, 2010

She was a special person. Bob, my friend,
I share in your grief . What a wonderful woman.
We will experence few like her in our llfetime. John.

Sue Rogers

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Good-bye good Friend...

Beverly White

Thursday, September 9, 2010

With heartfelt sympathy.....
I worked at Tolleson Elementary School (back to back); she was willing to help whenever I needed it.
God bless her memories......

Iris Tucker

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Wanda was a very special friend and I deeply miss her.