From:
Jerry and Ann Carlton
Conway
Relationship:
Neighbor
Our prayers and thoughts go out to the family of Olive during this time of loss. May the Lord bless and keep you and watch over you. Remember that God has a plan in all that happens. Olive will be missed but her memories will last forever.
Sent:
2/27/2010
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From:
Stephanie and John Vanderslice
Conway
Relationship:
colleagues
We send our deepest sympathies to her children, she spoke of you so often, her deep love for you was a part of her very being.
Grace, quiet strength and beauty--inside and out. How we will miss her.
Sent:
2/27/2010
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From:
Becky Harris
Conway
Relationship:
Neighbor
So sad. Thinking of you all.
Sent:
2/27/2010
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From:
Pamela Beacham-Sewell
Conway
Relationship:
Very good friend
Olive your sweet spirit will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.. God bless you all.
Ms. Pamela Beacham-Sewell
Sent:
2/27/2010
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From:
Staci Fritzges
Conway
Relationship:
Colleague & Friend
Joseph & Cameron,
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with your Mother for several years at UCA. I often went to her for advice. I thought so much of your Mom that I tried to take everything in - her style, she always looked fabulous; her creativity in her classes; and any parenting advice I could get from her. Her children were EVERYTHING to her! She was so proud of you and bragged about you both all the time! I know that you know this, but you must not forget. She was not ready to leave you - but she can rest peacefully knowing that she left a beautiful legacy behind.
Please know how much your Mother was loved and how much she will be missed.
Sent:
2/28/2010
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From:
Ralph and Karen Strack
Conway
Relationship:
neighbor
Cameron and Joseph
We just wanted you to know how sorry we are to hear about your mother. There is nothing more precious than a mothers love. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. We will keep you both in our thoughts and prayers.
Sent:
2/28/2010
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From:
Regenia Scott Phillips
New Haven
Relationship:
long- term friend
Dear Hilliard Family,
I am still in shock as I try to comprehend that my friend is gone. Olive and I met at U of Houston during our freshman year. Regenia, Olive and Bell (R.O.B) became inseparable. We pledged Delta together with Olive standing right in front of me in the Fall '76 line. We had our last three hour talk in early January, when she spoke of her children Cameron and JoJo, her father's illness, her sisters and her life. She said to me "you know Regenia, I find that when I pray, and it is often, I find myself telling God how thankful I am.". She expressed how proud she was of all of her children, and that she truly liked her children as adults. She made plan to visit NY during March break, and we hoped to get together. I wish to extend my deepest sympathy, and to let you know that I join you in mourning the passing of a dear friend, who had class and style unequaled by many. Rest in Peace Olive, TTBOD, Regenia
Sent:
2/28/2010
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From:
Regenia Scott Phillips
New Haven
Relationship:
long- term friend
Dear Hilliard Family,
I am still in shock as I try to comprehend that my friend is gone. Olive and I met at U of Houston during our freshman year. Regenia, Olive and Bell (R.O.B) became inseparable. We pledged Delta together with Olive standing right in front of me in the Fall '76 line. We had our last three hour talk in early January, when she spoke of her children Cameron and JoJo, her father's illness, her sisters and her life. She said to me "you know Regenia, I find that when I pray, and it is often, I find myself telling God how thankful I am.". She expressed how proud she was of all of her children, and that she truly liked her children as adults. She made plan to visit NY during March break, and we hoped to get together. I wish to extend my deepest sympathy, and to let you know that I join you in mourning the passing of a dear friend, who had class and style unequaled by many. Rest in Peace Olive, TTBOD, Regenia
Sent:
2/28/2010
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From:
Pamela S. Milburn
Conway
Relationship:
Colleague and friend
During the past few years at UCA I have “lived” next door to Olive. Our offices seem to always end up next to each other, a fact that I loved because I loved her. Her importance in my life kind of snuck up on me – I hadn’t really realized until this past week that she was probably my closest friend at work. We had so much fun kidding each other and just plain having fun as well as trying to help each other do as good a job teaching BOC as we could. She always loved my ideas, always making me feel so special. I was always wishing we could have more time to just visit, but she always seemed to be on the phone with her family…you all were SO IMPORTANT to her. After she lost her dad, I told her how I loved the fact that I felt I knew her better after she shared stories of him with me. About three weeks ago she especially asked me to pray for her family, and I have been and will continue to do so. We were all so lucky to have known her, she will be missed by me every day. Please be happy, it would make her so proud!
Sent:
2/28/2010
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From:
Loretto Grier Cudjoe Smith
Macon
Relationship:
children's 2nd cousin
I'm sorry that I never had the pleasure of meeting your mom but from all that I have heard I know that she is a beautiful soul. I also know that in addition to our Blessed Mother Mary,whom Jesus shares with us all; you now have your own natural mother in heaven who is still watching over,protecting and praying for you. I hope that we will see you soon. Love, Cousin Loretto
Sent:
2/28/2010
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From:
Bill Russell
Maumelle
Relationship:
Colleague and friend
Olive was such a special person.
The epitome of grace, class, intellect, and eloquence. I enjoyed her observations on life and the joyous twinkle in her eye
when she talked about her children. So many of us are better human being for having know her and it is now our duty
to carry her legacy of
nobility and goodness to a world
desperately in need of both.
Sent:
2/28/2010
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From:
Esther Lewis
little rock/texarkana
Relationship:
School alumi
My prayers are with the Hlliard family in this moment of sorrow. JJ, "I am praying for you & your family. I love ya" Ms Lewis
Sent:
2/28/2010
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From:
Jeremy Smith
North Little Rock
Relationship:
Student
Professor Hilliard made a lasting impression on me. She was my Speech Communication teacher during the Fall 2008 Semester at UCA. Her and I had a mutual respect for each other and she thought very highly of me, as well as I of her. I often went to Professor Hilliard and asked her opinions. She allowed me to use her for reference purposes and also wrote letters of recommendation for me. I am very disappointed she has passed away. She touched my life in a positive way and I will miss seeing her around campus.
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Francine Leon
Little Rock
Relationship:
Sorority Sister
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to all of Olive's loved ones, friends, our sorority sisters, students, and everyone's lives that she impacted. She was a warm-hearted, beautiful person! Words can not explain the depth of the person she truly is. May GOD bless and comfort you at this time only like HE can!
Sincerely,
Francine Leon
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Dana (Pfeil) Lynn
Bloomington
Relationship:
Co-worker of Karen & Bernard Jolly
I am sorry to hear about your lost loved-one. Your family and friends will be in my thoughts and prayers. May all the positive memories keep her alive in your hearts for years to come.
Deepest sympathy!
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Lewis C. Skelton
Pickerington
Relationship:
friend
Our prayers are with you in your time of sadness.
May God Bless
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Laurence Dilday
Conway
Relationship:
Colleague
My wife's and my thoughts are with you in your time of grief.
Olive was a friend and colleague, and her warm, dignified, and vibrant personality will be missed by us. She was a fine educator and the lost of her talents greatly diminishes our University and our faculty.
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Kordevis
Conway
Relationship:
student
Ms. Hilliard would be miss.I just met her this year, and I can tell she was a wonderful person, she was so helphful , and a loving person. to the family may god bless you all.
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Matt Leon
Dallas
Relationship:
UCA Student
Joseph Cameron and Britt
Your mom was a beuautiful person with a beautiful personality. I can't remember a day that she wasn't smiling in spite of what the circumstances were. She no longer has to deal with the troubles of this world and I'm sure the Lord has welcomed her with open arms. Well done thy good and faithful and servant! You all are in my prayers. May the Lord comfort and keep you in your time of bereavement.
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Pamela Johnson
Conway
Relationship:
Student
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for strength, guidance, and understanding for you all. Know that God's love stays with you, through it all, providing peace and comfort.
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Ruth Purkiss
Little Rock
Relationship:
Friend
Dear Joe and family,
I am sorry for your loss. I just pray that somehow through God's love you all can find comfort.
Sincerely,
Ruth Purkiss
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Angele and Clint Conque and Family
conway
Relationship:
friends
Olive you will be missed. You always had a smile and a kind word. Our prayers go out to your children and family.
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Yvette Richards
Kansas City
Relationship:
Friend of Karen H Jolly
Sending my prayer and God's Love to your family. I am praying for you and your family. May God help you during this time. If there is anything that can do, please let me know.
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
william cooperr
conway
Relationship:
student
Ms. Hillard was one of the sweetest ladies ever. she was always willing to help students she was caring and wanted all her students to be successful in whatever they do. its hard going to her class now knowing shes not there. she will be missed dearly.
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Doneshia Moore
Relationship:
Student
I had only met Ms Olive once which my first day at UCA my freshman year. When I did meet her she greeted me with a hug and it was just as if I had known her for a long time. Whenever I saw her around the campus she always had a warm smile on her face and the sweetest spirit. Ms Olive with surely not be forgotten because she seemed to touch so many peoples lives such as mine.
I will continue to keep her family and children in my prayers as they move forward in their lives with God at their side.
Sent:
3/1/2010
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From:
Brandon Lee, Frances and Brittany McGee
Conway
Relationship:
Friends of the children
You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Psalms 34:18. God is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a broken spirit.
Sent:
3/2/2010
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From:
Adrienne Durham
Conway
Relationship:
Student
Ms. Hilliard was such a great person inside and out. She would often give me advice and always willing to listen to whatever I had to say. She will be missed dearly. May God bless her family during this time of loss.
Sent:
3/2/2010
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From:
Jackie Staggers
Hope
Relationship:
Family Friend
I am so sorry about the untimely loss of your loved one. I have known members of the family for a long time, although I didn't know Ms. Hilliard personally. Sometimes condolences seems inadequate but my thoughts and prayers are with you as you continue to mourn. The Beatitudes tells us "blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted." May your heavy hearts get lighter as you embrace the days ahead.
Sent:
3/3/2010
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From:
Kimberly Goodgion
conway
Relationship:
former student
Ms. Hilliard was my speech professor fall of 2008. She was the perfect, shining example of a true lady. Intelligent, strong, and confident, she encouraged her students to be the same. She instilled values and the need for mutual respect in her classroom. The world has lost a very unique and special person. My prayers go out to her family.
Sent:
3/3/2010
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From:
Vincent
conway
Relationship:
friend of family member
Karen:
Karen and family: please hang in there and alway know that God has got you covered. It has been over 25 years and I met you in Texarkana: you and I had a Psychology class together. Take care: after 25 years; but special people; you never forget about. Again; I wish you and your family well and blessings.
Sent:
3/4/2010
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From:
Ashley-Pauley family
Conway
Relationship:
friend
Cameron and Joesph,
I can not express how sad Ken, myself and our family are for your loss. Your mother was an amazing woman, so sweet and kind and always wanting to do for others.We met your Mom many years ago when we had our restaurant and she would come in very often, always with a big smile on her face for us both! The times Ken has worked for her on the house she has taken us in as dear friends like we have know her forever. She talked about the two of you constantly and just by the light in her eyes you could tell you were her everything.May God bless you during this time and know she is with you always.She will be so very missed.
Ken, Kim and family
Sent:
3/8/2010
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