Della Mae Mayhorn

To my loving sister, I remember your beautiful smile and encouraging words your concern and wisdom of remarks to my daughters you would truly be missed but I'll always have wonderful memories in my heart love you and miss you sister Mary Ellen

I am so appreciative of the memories and moments that I have with Aunt Della. She was and will always be my special version of a grandmother. Having never met any grandparents on either side of my family, I became to relish my memories of the summers spent in Rockford with Aunt Della as time spent with my grandmother-figure. Lots of times, it would be me, Aunt Della and Mrs. Earnestine driving to different places around Rockford or driving me back to Joliet. I always looked forward to spending weeks in the summer with my Aunt Della. Aunt Della and I would read books and drink tea. We would have hot tea in the evenings before bed. And to this day during the summers, I brew suntea because of Aunt Della. She was at EVERY celebration I had from elementary school to college and beyond! She would share the same stories over and over again of me and her in Rockford (like the time I sang under my breath about her and Mrs. Earnestine ignoring me and not paying me any attention)). . And now I am so glad she repeated those same stories because they bring me comfort during this time. I pray that Aunt Della knows that I love her and that she meant a lot to me. Our relationship was special and I hope she felt the same. Now when I pray to God, I know that not only is Jesus interceding on my behalf, but Aunt Della is also in heaven advocating for me. I will see you again, Aunt Della. And I love you (very much).

Sorry about the loss of your loving mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you daily. Matthew 5:4

Shelia, Rodney, Reggie, and Timothy, My heart goes out to all of you guys. It's nothing like losing a parent, but loosing both parents as you guys have is heart breaking! My uncle Richard.....how I loved him :) and my sweet, sweet Aunt Della.....May their souls rest in peace.....and boy am I looking forward to seeing them again!!!.......... I will continue to keep you all in my prayers. God will wipe away the tears and replace them with happy, fond memories of your parents as the days past. May God continue to comfort you. Love your cousin, Carla Bedford-Dixon

Shelia and Family, My condolences and prayers to you and your family. My prayer and love and sent and pray that the blessings of God will comfort you all at this time. I love you girl and just a call or FaceTime a way. Sending you all virtual hugs and kisses.

Sending our love....

Dear Icy and family....I’m so sorry to hear of Della’s passing...we all used to be good church friends at Providence before I moved to Milwaukee. My heart and prayers are with you during these times. Love, Cooky

To Sheila and the rest of the family, we are truly saddened by the passing of your Mother. Just know, that we are keeping you all in our hearts and prayers. We love you!

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.