MAURINE LITTLE (1933 ~ 2002)

Today, we gather here to pay our last respects to Maurine Little. If there was ever a person who deserved our respect, it is Maurine. She brought nothing but love and happiness to herself and those around her. Maurine was a very giving person whose selflessness was only exceeded by her kindness.

She was dutiful in her job, which consisted of watching over the neighborhood children as they made their way to Cherryvale Elementary School. Maurine stood on her corner for over 30 years, and saw two generations pass before her. And she always made sure they got to and from school safely.

For nearly 50 years, she stood beside her husband, Harry, as a devoted wife, taking care of her beloved spouse. She enriched his life by maintaining a home life that was second to none. She nurtured him, cared for him, and loved him.

It is said that a person is placed on this Earth for a purpose and there are reasons behind their existence. Maurine’s purpose was obviously to bring joy and laughter to others. She accomplished this by making everyone feel loved. She nurtured her husband and children to no end. There are four main reasons behind Maurine being so wonderful. And those reasons are her children. Gail, Albert, Harry, and Elizabeth all carry their mother’s personality within their own. They will extend the legacy that Maurine started

Let us remember Maurine as she starts her journey into the next life. Her time here with us was way too short, and we all feel her presence here today. She would want us to be strong as we say goodbye to her physical body, but her spirit will be with each and every one of us forever.

I’d like to close with a poem dedicated to Maurine Little…

Your time with us was always such a joy,

The smiles and laughter felt by every girl and boy.

We will miss you dearly, for you were so good,

And things just won’t be the same ‘round the neighborhood.

As we bid farewell to your body here on Earth,

We shall remember in spirit how much you’re really worth.

You showed all around you how to care and to love,

And now, you’ll do the same, just from somewhere up above.

GOODBYE MOMMA…