Rachel Elizabeth Fulenwider October 24, 1992 - April 28, 2008

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Rachel Elizabeth Fulenwider, age 15 of Whitewright, Texas, went to dwell in the house of the Lord on Monday, April 28, 2008. She was born October 24, 1992 at Denison, Texas to Chris Fulenwider and Georgia Griffith Fulenwider. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 PM, Friday, May 2, 2008 at First Baptist Church, Whitewright, Texas. Officiating the service will be Rev. Neale Oliver, Rev. Paul Brand and Rev. Leon Veazey. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Whitewright, Texas. A visitation will be held, Thursday, May 1, 2008 from 6-8pm at the First Baptist Church, Whitewright, Texas. Pallbearers will be Jefferson Griffith, Kenny Wall, Roger Harmon, Steve Harris, Jackie Jester & Johnny Claborn and Honorary Pallbearers Andrew Fulenwider and Drew Thorpe. She is survived by parents, Chris and Georgia Fulenwider of Whitewright; brother, Andrew Fulenwider of Ft. Bragg, North Carolina; grandparents, Bill and Carol Fulenwider of Pagosa Springs, Colorado; grandparents, Harold and Marianne Griffith of Fort Worth; grandmother, Frances Griffith of Lubbock; great-grandmother, Esther Reatherford of Luella; great-grandfather, Ben Johnson of Midland; great-grandfather, Fred Stewart of Hickory, North Carolina; aunt and uncle, Paul and Cindy Gilliland of Hondo; uncle, Jefferson "Boo" Griffith of Denton; aunt, Carrie Griffith of Fort Worth; many great aunts and uncles, and many cousins. Rachel attended Whitewright High School and was a cheerleader and active in track, volleyball and softball. She looked forward to starting drill team in the fall. She was full of love for family and friends. She had a witty sense of humor, enjoyed music, baking cookies, reading, shopping and eating Sushi. She was beautiful, respected, smart and loving. Rachel was a typical teenager who once wrote she appreciated all the benefits of the latest technology including her computer, phone and hair straightener. Among her writings she included "You may not have a lot, but the important thing is to be thankful... Be thankful for who you have not necessarily what you have." Most of all she loved God. Rachel was a cherished daughter, loving sister and faithful friend. She touched many lives and will be greatly missed. We love you sissy, busybus, punkin, cricket, Ray, Fulenwider, Lizzy, princess... A favorite scripture found highlighted in her Bible: "One thing I ask of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and seek him in his temple." Psalm 27: 4 Sleep sweet baby girl, we love you. Contributions may be made to the family through First Baptist Church Whitewright. Memorials

Rachel was a good friend one time in church I was upset cause my uncle had just died and I talked to her and after I talked to her I felt a hole lot better and thats wat she told me befor I taled to her but i know she will be missed a lot but we still have all the good thing she had done for people she love to help people that one reson why i will miss her AMBER SIOBHANA LINDSEY, MAY 24, 2009 I never knew Rachel personally, but one of my teachers Mrs. Brummett had a son and a daughter who attended Whitewright and said they knew her. Also my close friend Kahla Sadler knew her as well. I look at her picture above and see she was such a beautiful and unique individual. I've only heard good things about her and the things that she did or would do for other people. I'm so terribly sorry for what happend. My school; Blue Ridge High School, recently lost one of our well-known and sweet students Ben Rosenthal. I'm a senior, and Ben was always so good to me and so happy all the time. It's butchered my last year of HS to hear of his death and to deal with the pain of his loss. Our whole school is full of grief. I see now how Whitewright must have felt experiencing the loss of someone like Rachel. I hope that things are only getting better for your family and friends. Know I'm always praying. May God be with you, always. MOLLY MICHELLE NORTON, NOVEMBER 18, 2008 Georgia, Chris, Andrew and family, I am keepping you in my thoughts and prayers as you mourn your loss. Simply saying I'm sorry seems like so little because I know only time will heal your hearts. I just wanted you to know you are being thought about and loved. MELIA J GARRISON, MAY 6, 2008 Chris, Georgia, and Andrew, Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at Tom Bean Elementary. It seems like only yesterday that Rachel was in 2nd grade. She was one of the special ones. God will take care of her. Love to each of you, Kim Shields KIMBERLY SHIELDS, MAY 5, 2008 Chris, Georgia and Andrew, Our hearts are with you as you probably already know. We will continue to pray for you in the weeks and months to come. We know there will be days that are harder than others. Our hearts already ache for you knowing that Mother's Day and Father's Day are coming up. We will not forget you on these days. Your faith is a testimony of the grace God gives to be able to survive a hurt this deep. Hopefully many people will come to Christ after witnessing Him carry you through this. We know they have seen an unfathomable hope in your family that can only come from knowing our Savior. "This is what it means to be held, How it feels, When the sacred is torn from your life, And you survive. This is what it means to be loved, And to know That the promise what when everything fell We'd be held." ~Natalie Grant All our love is with you, The Selfs JEFF AND ROBIN SELF AND FAMILY, MAY 4, 2008 I had not met Rachel, but had the pleasure of working with her mother, Georgia. I too can remember Georgia telling us stories and showing us pictures of her beautiful daughter Rachel. May God be with you all during this difficult time. Thinking of You Wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain. With Heartfelt Sympathy AMY WILLIAMS PRINCE, MAY 3, 2008 Chris and family- My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. May our God hold you and give you comfort. CHUCK DODD, MAY 2, 2008 I had the privledge of meeting Rachel just a few short weeks ago while working the concession stand at the baseball fields...what a sweet, caring and beautiful girl. Your family will be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. MICHELLE & MASON LOYD, MAY 2, 2008 Georgia and family, Although the years are many since you were my student at GCC, I recall how excited you were to have children. Now this trial comes and no words are adequate to express my sorrow for you. May our great God bring you peace, focus, strength and stamina in the days ahead! Rachel is safe in His keeping and so are you. Prayerfully, Carleen CARLEEN MOORE, MAY 2, 2008 I feel like I know Rachel because of all the wonderful things Georgia would tell us about her. She is such a beautiful girl like her mom. My heart aches for Georgia and her family. I have said many prayers and will light a candle at church for Rachel. She will always be remembered. KARLA E MEADOWS, MAY 2, 2008 Georgia- My heart is so sad right now. You, your husband, son and all of your family are in my continual thoughts and prayers. love, Branda McEwen BRANDA MCEWEN, MAY 2, 2008 All I can see is the PROUD look Georgia's face always had when she spoke of Rachel, and showing everyone the numberous pictures of their great adventures. Praise GOD for the time you had her with you, and rejoice that she is with our Father now. LOIS MERRELL, MAY 2, 2008 My heart & prayers go out to your family. My fondest memeories of Rachel were in the cafeteria at school. She always had a smile on her face and she made me smile daily when she came through the line. It was always Rachel, Annie, Cleo & Michaela and I will always treasure the memories of those girls. There is always someone that touches your heart and that is what Rachel did for me. She was a very beautiful & loving girl. She will be missed greatly. God Bless You All! TERESA MANDRELL, MAY 2, 2008 Georgia, Words cannot even begin to express..... I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. Debbie Elk - WNJ DEBBIE ELK, MAY 2, 2008 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. STACY SUDDERTH - MELTON, MAY 2, 2008 Mr. & Mrs. Fulenwider and Andrew; I never met Rachel but I know you all loved and cared for her very much. Andrew, I was told your sister cared for you and was concerned for you, very much during your troubled times. She was a very beautiful girl, taken from this Earth to soon. The pain will go away someday, but never the memories. RANDY HARMON, GCSO RETIRED, MAY 2, 2008 Georgia and family, you are all in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Let family, friends and God comfort you in this time. STACIE HUNSAKER, MAY 2, 2008 Chris, Georgia, and Andrew, Words can not express the loss of such a sweet girl. The times our family have spent together has always been joyous and full of laughter. We love you and will daily remember you in our prayers. God's peace that passes all understanding and the hope of being together is our hope. Molly, Jeff, Lori, Sara, and Julie Johnson MOLLY J JOHNSON, MAY 2, 2008 TO THE FAMILY OF RACHEL. I DIDN'T KNOW HER BUT I HAVE MY DEAR FRIENDS "THE VEAZEYS" WHO DID. AND WHEN YOUR FRIENDS ARE BURDENED, YOUR HEART IS ALSO. I AM PRAYING FOR EVERYONE DAILY. I PRAY THAT GOD WILL COMFORT YOU AND THAT YOU WILL KNOW THAT HE WILL ALWAYS BE THERE FOR YOU AND THAT YOU HAVE PEOPLE PRAYING FOR YOU. SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL YOUNG LADY. I CAN'T EVEN IMAGINE WHAT YOU'RE GOING THROUGH. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY, JONI DAVIS(LONGVIEW TEXAS)-DEAR FRIENDS OF THE VEAZEYS JONI DAVIS, MAY 1, 2008 i never had the pleasure of meeting rachel, but i know her mother spoke of her often and was cherished by many. KRISTY ROSS HARRISON, MAY 1, 2008 GEORGIA, I have not seen Rachel since she was little, but I remember her as a beautiful, full of life girl. My heart is breaking for you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers. If I can do anything to help you or your family please call me. All my love to you, Chris and Andrew. Love Michelle, Geoffrey, Garrett, and Preston MICHELLE COX - GARRETT, MAY 1, 2008 Georgia, Chris, and Andrew: my thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go thru this difficult time. Rachel was loved by all and made a strong impression on both of my children. I guess one of the things I will remember most is her love for God and the morals and good qualities you instilled in her. She left her mark on many. CHRISTY HAMES, MAY 1, 2008 Dearest Georgia, i don't even know how to express my feelings for your family's loss. i am so deeply sorry. my prayers are with you and your family. I love you, Amy AMY CLARK CAZZELLE, MAY 1, 2008 Chris and Georgia - You have my heartfelt sympathy during this time of sorrow. Please know that I am holding you all close in my thoughts, and that you are in every one of my prayers. GAYLE GROSS, MAY 1, 2008 To the Fulenwiders I was only able to meet this young lady once but I'm sure an imppression was made on both parts. The Daughter, Sister, and even Grand-Daughter will be missed but never forgotten. I have lost family members as well as Soldiers in combat. The quality of life for the surviving family mambers does and will level off with a certain since of normalcy. No one can tell us why this has happened and perhaps we'll never know. For the family, needs the strength of a family and the strength of a Soldier to face these trials of life. With my deepest sympathy and regrets on this day. The Fulenwiders have suffered a great loss, but have taken a great challenge and with that challenge you must mend your family and focus on those who are here as well as mourn the loss of a shinning light in our heavens. SFC(P) Conrad JONATHAN CONRAD, MAY 1, 2008 TO; CAROL & BILL (GRANDPARENTS) & ALL OTHER FAMILY Please know my heart aches for you at this very difficult time and in the days ahead. Rachel was such a beautiful young lady! Sending my love and sympathy to all of you. WANDA B. STAFFORD, MAY 1, 2008 i remember going to church with rachel and i have always thought she was very sweet and very caring. you could tell that she loved the lord. we will miss her greatly. and to her family you arein my thoughts and prayers. REBEKAH RIANN GRAHAM, MAY 1, 2008 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. SCOTT AND SHERRI JANSEN, MAY 1, 2008 We love you all tremendously. We are so thankful Andrew wanted us to get together before he left just a short time ago, we will hold all the memories in our hearts forever. Prayers, love and ears to listen to the 3 of you. KENNY, LORI, JUDSON AND COLTON WALL FAMILY, MAY 1, 2008 Sending our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. We cannot begin to imagine your pain. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. KELLY & DENISE SELMAN & FAMILY, MAY 1, 2008 Georgia, Chris and Andrew, You are all in our thoughts and prayers as try to get through the tragic loss of your beautiful, sweet daughter. Rachel will be missed by all that knew and loved her. Liz thought Rachel was one of the sweetest girls she has ever known. May God Bless You and be your strength during this difficult time. Becky, Bruce, Lauren, Kaelin and Liz Roberts ROBERTS FAMILY, MAY 1, 2008 Chris, Georgia and Andrew- Please know that I am holding you up to God in prayer for His comfort that surpasses all others. When I lost my son, I could FEEL the prayers of others and it is my prayer that you can feel all of those praying on your behalf. I will never forget her and Sara playing against each other in softball. Rachel was trying to steal home and Sara was pitching. So many of us are carrying you all in our hearts and prayers. God bless. MARY BETH LOPEZ, MAY 1, 2008 I have known Rachel since she was like 7 years old, when we moved to Whitewright and she and my sister Sabrina became lasting friends. She was always coming over to hang out with Sabrina, and then she joined our Girl Scout troop. She was always such a bright and cheerful young lady. She always kept everyone smiling! There have been many wonderful memories of Rachel throughout the years that I have known her. Georgia, Chris, and Andrew...you know I love you all, I am sorry for your loss. I am praying that the Lord fills your heart with peace, holds you in His love, and blesses you with His grace Always. Rachel, You will be missed dearly. "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you..." John 14:27 TIATA FAWN MASK, MAY 1, 2008 Alvin and I are so sorry for the lost of your beautiful daughter. I lost a darling little girl in 1985. I know your pain. We are praying for you. May God bless and keep you. ROBBIE N. GRAY, MAY 1, 2008 Georgia, I have not seen Rachel since she was a little girl....she was such a beautiful young woman. I am thinking about you and your entire family. My heart will hold you tight... BUNNY SHACKELFORD, MAY 1, 2008 I moved from WW 5 years ago but everytime I came to FBC WW for Willie's programs, Rachel would always come up to me, give me a hug and say,"Ms. Yvette, I'm so glad to see you. How are you doing? " By far, Rachel was the sweetest young lady I have ever known. Rachel is greatly missed by all! YVETTE WILLIAMS, MAY 1, 2008 Chris, Yes, this is the Susan from Lewisville. She looks so like you.So beautiful. My heart goes out to you and your family. If you should need anything I am still at the same place in Bells. Love to all Susan SUSAN DELAINE SMITH-CARROLL, MAY 1, 2008 Rachel was my best friend, my sister. She meant the world to me. We use to do everything together. I just wish she would have given me something and i would have stopped her. I'll keep yall in my prayers and i won't lose touch. Yall are basically a family to me. And i'll never forget yall. HARLEY DIANE ELIZABETH TAYLOR, MAY 1, 2008 To the family of Rachel,I lift you up before the Lord in prayer ,that his grace shall sustain you in this dark hour. They that wait upon the Lord ,shall renew their strength.Always look unto the Lord for answers even when the tough times overshadow you ,be still and listen for that calm voice to speak to you through the clouds and lift your spirits. In closing "Cast your cares upon the Lord ,for he cares for you."God Bless You. REV.DON (COACH) DANIELS, MAY 1, 2008 Georgia and family, I was shocked to see the news of your loss of Rachel Elizabeth. I only new her as an infant, when we worked together at TMC, 4 West. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Shannon SHANNON R GARNER-WRIGHT, MAY 1, 2008 I will remember her as the day I came and got the puppies, how she and I were being playfully attacked by them. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Love, MICHELLE WREN, MAY 1, 2008 Georgia, Just wanted to know I am thinking of you during this difficult time. If you need anything please don't hesitate to ask. ANGELA VEAL, MAY 1, 2008 Georgia, Chris and Andrew, You are in our thoughts and prayers. I haven't seen Rachel since she was born when I took care of her at the hospital. I remember everybody being so happy and little Andrew was so excited to have a new sister. I will always have that picture of your family with me. She was a beautiful baby and grew into a beautiful girl. She will be missed by all. I will be thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Love always, Dee DEE RICHARDSON, MAY 1, 2008 I had not met Rachel, but her mother, Georgia, spoke of love and concern for both of the children. Georgia said Rachel cared very much for her brother Andrew. She was taken to soon from this earth. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Randy Harmon, GCSO-Retired RANDY HARMON, MAY 1, 2008 We ard blessed to be counted as friends of your family. We will miss Rachel's beautiful smile everyday. We pray that you will find comfort and strength in God's grace. Seek and claim His promises. DAVID & SHEILA ADAMS, MAY 1, 2008 goodness i will miss you so much. I wish i could have just seen you one last time and gave you and hug and told you i love you. i miss you so much Rachel. I hope you know that. i know you will be watching over us to take care of us and to guide us. i just want to let you know that you will always be my baby and little sister! you are one of my best friends and i hope you know that. even tho i moved. i know if i ever needed you you would have been there and i know you know the same for me. We will always have our memories and i cant wait to meet up with you again in heaven. i love you baby! SABRINA DEL-RAE MASK, MAY 1, 2008 My heart just aches for the loss of your beautiful little girl. I don't think I had the priveledge of ever meeting her but I know lots of people whom's lives she touched. My friend Kyle Whitworth graduated last year from Tom Bean with her brother Andrew. I have lived in Tom Bean all my life and graduated in the class of 1994. I know that Chris graduated several years before me but was football player in Tom Bean. I have several friends Bonnie Higgs, Amy Arrington, Kyle whitworth etc. that knew yall and I cannot imagine your loss. My mom Kakie Mathis is a RN and she knew her grandmother Carol. I have two daughters 10 and 5 and my 10 year old is friends with Emily Cox here in Tom Bean and she told me Rachael was her cousin. May God Bless you and your family during this time and I know I cannot say anything to take the pain away but just give it to God and take one day at a time and let him comfort you. Know she is at the gates of heaven and will forever watch over you and wait until yall are together again. She was a very beautiful girl and just thank God and appreciate the time he let you have her. I know it doesn't seem like it's long enough but God picks his flowers and he happened pick her. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. TIFFANY LEAH MATHIS, MAY 1, 2008 Chris and Georgia, My heart and prayers are with you. I am so very sorry. Love, Leigh Ann LEIGH ANN HAGENSWOLD MAHJOOBI, MAY 1, 2008 Georgia, Chris, & Andrew, Rachel was a bright light in out Sunday School class. For the four years that she blessed our class I can honestly say that she always had a smile on her face. She was a wonderful friend to Sabrina. Her faith in the Lord was awesome for such a young person. I will always cherish the opportunity that I had to know her. May the Lord keep you all in his hands. Tina Ozuna (Lindsay, TX) TINA OZUNA, MAY 1, 2008 Our hearts go out to your family for the loss of your daughter & sister. We will keep you in our prayers, in that God will give each of you the strength to live with the beautiful memories of Rachel & treasure the love you shared until you meet again. RUSSELL, ASHLEY & RACHEL PONDER, MAY 1, 2008 I never actually got the chance to meet Rachel but I know how proud she made Georgia and how much Georgia loved her. I can still see Georgia at work proudly showing her pictures of Rachel and just so lovingly talking about her. I knew she was a special person because of the wonderful and special woman her mother is. VICKIE LYNN WINDHAM, MAY 1, 2008 Chris, Georgia, and Andrew, We love you and hearts go out to you. We will continue to lift you up in our prayers. In Jeremiah 31:13 it says "I'll convert their weeping into laughter, lavishing comfort, invading their grief with joy. Love, Scott and Debbie Richey DEBBIE RITCHEY, MAY 1, 2008 A beautiful angel that the Lord has called home.A friend,daughter,sister that was deeply loved and will be sorely missed. May God bless all her friends and family. DONNA OVERBEY, APRIL 30, 2008 I will always remember Rachel for being the first one at church. the person who could cheer anyone up. The funny girl on the softball team. She was such a sweet person! KAYLA MICHELLE MILLICAN, APRIL 30, 2008 I Will Always Remember Rachel For Her Great Personality, Being A Good Friend And Always Being Loving And Caring. NICOLE RACHELLE MILLICAN, APRIL 30, 2008 Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you! TERESA HOWARD, APRIL 30, 2008

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