Mrs. Esther A. Bond

esther was a great golf partner and friend to me when i moved back to NY in the late '90's. we enjoyed not only golf but a lot of laughs too. a wonderful lady is missed by me and so many. God Bless you Don and your daughter, Debbie.
tia proper

Don, Deb and family - Ann and I send our sincerest condolences. I have so many fond memories - bake beans and home made deserts when we stayed at the Lake, Ester typing my senior English paper, but most of all the love and guidance she gave me as I grew up. She is in a better place in Gods loving hands.

Dear Don and family,
We are sorry to hear that Esther passed away. We have many fond memories of our relationship with you and her over the years. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Ed and Teri Bartos

Don, words can never say what you feel inside at a time like this. We loved Ester as our mother. She was Nick's second grandmother and I know she felt the same about him. We never forgot her stories of Johnson City and the bathroom incident. She always made us laugh. We have the most wonderful memories of all the Christmas Eves parties at our home in Nolensville for so many years and all the family was always there together.

Don, words can never say what you feel inside at a time like this. We loved Ester as our mother. She was Nick's second grandmother and I know she felt the same about him. We never forgot her stories of Johnson City and the bathroom incident. She always made us laugh. We have the most wonderful memories of all the Christmas Eves parties at our home in Nolensville for so many years and all the family was always there together. They were are only family and Jim and I will treasure those precious memories foever. I know she is in Heaven and we will all meet again someday. We love you Don, and pray that you will find Peace and comfort in your loving memories. We will miss Ester more than words can say. She left her mark on our lives forever. In loving Memory of the most Wonderful person we will every know. Love, Trudy and Jim.

We are so saddened at the passing of Mrs. Bond. She took Bruce under her wing while he was an Ag. student and became a mother to him. He always knew that he could count on her and Mr. Bond whenever he needed them. May she rest in peace.

I was so glad you and Esther were able to attend our family picnic. Memories are a wonderful thing to have. I will always remember the gentleness you had with her on that day. I was so glad you wre able to attend.

I cannot think of my grandmother without thinking of her unconditional love for me and my sister that she demonstrated in so many ways. She is one person in my life that I have *always* been happy to see, and she consistently made me feel special in so many little ways. Even when we were apart (and even now), I felt like she was looking out for me. Throughout the year, she'd write special, silly poems just for me. She

I cannot think of my grandmother without thinking of her unconditional love for me and my sister that she demonstrated in so many ways. She is one person in my life that I have *always* been happy to see, and she consistently made me feel special in so many little ways. Even when we were apart (and even now), I felt like she was looking out for me. Throughout the year, she'd write special, silly poems just for me. She got me my first wallet, which made me feel like an important adult. And in sixth grade, while in FL, she noticed that all the kids were wearing long shorts that looked like sugar bags, so she made sure to get some for me, and I must have worn them every day that year. Every night she'd rub my back and sing songs, which I never tired of, and each morning I looked forward to eating a grapefruit that she had already prepared and trying to help with the crossword. And she never held back if something needed to be said, no matter what the situation or what people might have expected of her; I've always admired her for that. She and I just "clicked"; she could tell how I was feeling and vice versa (which we perenially brought up), and we could just enjoy being together for hours. I never felt like I could do anything so terrible that she wouldn't understand how it came to happen and find a way to help me through it. She will always, always, always have a special place in my heart.

Don and Family
Our deepest condolences. You and your family are in our
thoughts and prays. We will miss Esther.

Love, Bill & Lillie

May you alwyas be aware that
you are loved beyond measure
and may your heavenly wings cast a
shadow over those you love giving them
comfort, joy and security knowing you
are watching over them. At night may the
stars in the heavens shine bright as your
loved ones search for you among the stars
knowing just which one was placed there by
your tender loving hand at the gates of heaven.
May you always feel protected and cradled in
the arms of God like the Cherished Child
you are.

Love, Brenda

Did you know that there are 25 eighteen hole golf courses in heaven? I hear they are the most beautiful courses you could ever see. Each one more perfect than the last. The fairways, the greens and even the roughs are just perfect.
I hear there are also bridge, pinochle and games of hearts are being played in the club house. I bet my Mom and Dad gather there to play. They didn't play golf but they sure loved to play

Did you know that there are 25 eighteen hole golf courses in heaven? I hear they are the most beautiful courses you could ever see. Each one more perfect than the last. The fairways, the greens and even the roughs are just perfect.
I hear there are also bridge, pinochle and games of hearts are being played in the club house. I bet my Mom and Dad gather there to play. They didn't play golf but they sure loved to play cards.
I remember all those nights as a kid when Don and Ester would come to play cards with my parents, eating snacks, and talking, sometimes the games were serious other times lots of laughter, chatter and fun.
Those were the good old days for them all I'm sure.
I hope you meet my Mom and Dad at the card tables, sit down, play a few hands, laugh, listen to Dad's old fishing stories as mom complains he's told them a thousand times before. Stir up a good cold drink of ice tea and relax, enjoy eternity in a place that is suited just for you.
Mom and Dad may disappear from time to time because I hear there are some pretty awesome lakes to fish in for the avid fisherman in heaven.
You will find my parents there in a small boat, whispering as they quietly spend the day together doing what they loved most. Oh don't forget to get back in time for the baseball game, it starts at 1 pm I hear.
I'm sure you have met up with Sharon already, I know that will put a smile on your face and make your heart whole again.
Life is a wondrous adventure, you played hard, loved much and enjoyed life to the fullest. My heart goes out to Don for I know he is going to face some really lonely times without you. Just remember that love never dies, in our hearts, our dreams and in the twilight sky our loved ones are with us always and forever. I was told once by a wise old woman (my Grandmother) that when you get to heaven God gives you a star to place in the sky so that everyone you love can look up at the night sky and know that you are watching over them. I know your star is going to shine bright for those you love.............Be not sorrowful. Find joy in everything around you and remember to tell the people you love how much they mean to you.
Give Mom and Dad a hug for me, tell them I love them and I miss them.
They say that it gets easier over time........they are wrong, it never does.
Every day is a struggle, every day my heart aches, every day I cry a tear for you..........................now just a few more.........With fond memories I say to you.......In the shadow of your heavenly wings may those you love find comfort......................Brenda