Elva Rathwell
March 14, 2007
Condolences
Dear Rathwell family, We were saddened to hear of Elva's death. We know she is rejoicing, but she left many behind who miss her greatly. What a blessing it was to know Elva this side of Heaven! We were among many she greatly impacted by her untold kindnesses. Her caring gifts of concern, faithful prayer and support throughout our years with New Tribes Mission were sacrifices of love. We thank God for her life and ministry here on earth.
— Ralph & Joan Sharp and family, January 1, 2010Gram was a little woman of huge strength and determination. While sometimes she was a force to be reckoned with, she was always an open heart. Family and relationships were extremely important to her and I will miss her deeply.
— Cheryl Rumpel, January 1, 2010So sorry to hear of Aunt Elva's passing. I have fond memories of her at family gatherings when I was a child. After the meal was all cleaned up she would make the rounds with her "goodie bag". She always had an assortment of trinkets and treats for the children. She demonstrated such a giving heart in so many ways during the course of her life. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Marianne
— Marianne Lemont, January 1, 2010We rejoice with your Mom! Our prayers are for God's comfort for the Family. Rowena
— Rowena West, January 1, 2010There is a Heaven to gain & a Hell to shun by being born again. Elva will be happy in her new home. Blessings B
— Brian Moore, January 1, 2010Sorrow may last for a night, but joy come's in the morning...hold strong, and keep walking farther as Grandma has encouraged us all to do. So friends and family we don't cry for Elva but we cry for ourselves, for our loss because we know she's Praising our Saviour and exploring every inch of her new Mansion in the sky. Grand daughter Donna
— Donna , Mike and kids, January 1, 2010Our deepest sympathy
— Donna & Ralph Thacker, January 1, 2010Liz, Bill & Rathwell family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Support one another with past memories, I know I have many happy memories as a child visiting and sleep overs at your Mom & Dad's home, your mom always seemed to find room for one more. Thinking of You Bonnie
— Bonnie Patteson (McEachnie), January 1, 2010