Miriam Ella Langdon Alford

Birth date: Dec 21, 1931 Death date: Dec 3, 2005

[Miriam] Ella Langdon Alford, 73 of Fayetteville, AR passed away December 3, in Fayetteville. She was born December 21, 1931 in Dallas, TX to John R. and Susan (Landon) Alford and was raised in Henderson, TX. Miriam Ella was gene Read Obituary

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Margaret Alford Newton (Mom-Ella's Daughter)

371w ago

It has been 3 months since Mom died and I still can't believe she is gone. Her gentle smile, her beautiful blue eyes and just the way her voice sounded is missed so much. Each day I want to tell her something about the kids. Daniel playing on a baseball team or Claire playing softball....Mom was a wonderful Mom and became the very best when she became grandma. I know this role was her happiest time in life, when she was with her children and grandchildren and seeing them knit their souls together with her.
Mom will be forever missed here on earth, but one day I know I will embrace her again for eternity. She was a saint here on earth, and now she has her angel wings forever. She taught me alot about love, forgiveness, acceptness, and giving. I will forever teach my children the gifts that she taught me so she will be forever remembered as Mom-Ella-Grandma. She was the kindest friend to all. Daniel often says he wishes he could tell Grandma something or they want her to come watch them because she had a way to make you feel so good. She inspired us all to be a better person. She encouraged my kids to be the best and never lose faith. I miss you so much Mom. It seems so unfair at times,but I know I will see you again. I love you. Bye Mom. Margaret. Maggie. and thanks for the way you loved me. I will forever hold you in my heart and be a better person for having you as my Mom and my kids grandma. You are the best. Thank you too for those that loved her. She loved well and greatly is she loved and missed.

Beth Ardapple, Arkansas Public Policy Panel (A Valued Partner, Ella Was A Donor To The Work Of )

371w ago

Ella has been a generous donor to Arkansas Public Policy Panel. She particularly valued the work today that builds on the civil rights movement of the 60?s. During that time, the organization formed as a chapter of The Panel of American Women. Women in panels of 5 ? white, African American, Asian American, Jew, Catholic and Protestant ? spoke to civic groups about the value of diversity. Ella valued this work then and also more recently, as the organization took on the environment and other issues. Ella helped to sustain an organization that is effectively tackling the tough issues in this state. She will be remembered especially for her commitment to interracial harmony and to the environment. Ella showed that each one of us has an important role to play in promoting what we value.

Margie Hoke Stewart Alford (Friend And Relation)

371w ago

"Every relationship is an eternal responsability" is the quote that comes to mind when I think of Ella.I had been thinking about her alot in the last few months, and am sorry I didn't write to her. I still miss sitting across from her, in Henderson, over a cup of coffee with our endless questions about Life. And, sweet Susan preparing supper when we visited Little Rock many years ago.
Dear Susan, Allen, and Margaret, I hope her love for you remains with you always. Margie

Susan (Daughter)

371w ago

Thank you all for loving mom. Your writings, visits and your prayers make it easier to go through this.
It wouldn't be the same for me without having had her in my life.... both physically, of course, and spritually. What a teacher.
Miriam was her spiritual name that she chose when converting to Judaism, and MomElla was the name I gave her when she left the world of wife and mother (late 70's) and headed for the Ozark mountains to live her life according to the calls of her deepest, most quiet voice. That was one lesson she showed us... Listen and find the quiet, inner voice.
I learned to love god above all else from her. She also taught me that telling the truth as I know it will get me, eventually, to The Truth.
I found a letter where she had helped someone who's integrity she was later questioning and the note to herself was, "Give it and Forget it." She wasn't interested so much in the results nor the motives of others. . . it was as though she saw a deeper meaning in things unseen, and at the risk of "opinions", she leapt out on faith. Her motive was to help.
Contemplating her life and her death is an enlightening experience.

Her death came at the end of the Lord's Prayer, surrounded by family members. It was as if she had just attended one of her beloved 12 step meetings and was going home.
Again, I am grateful to all of you who have shared with my family and me. I feel like the last thing mom was saying to us was, "Let your friends come close and take care or yourselves." That goes for all of us.
This holiday season has been the most profound run of days, yet. Thank you, Mom.

Peace to us All,
Susan McDonald-Jams.

Rebecca Latourette (Friend)

371w ago

Miriam Ella was a dear friend who gave the precious gift of her time when I needed support during my grandmother's battle with cancer. I hope that she knew what an impact her thoughtfulness and kindness had. I will miss her.

Allen Mcdonald (Son)

371w ago

Thanks to all!
No matter the distance, Miriam Ella Alford, AKA Mom, touched so many in a warm way. She pointed out the positive things in people and treated each person as an individual with respect no matter what race, sex, age, or other difference some might label a person by. She especially adored children. To her a person was an opportunity to learn something new. Sharing in many ways, she lived and learned from others that took time to listen and share with her. One thing always remained true and solid and that was Love for the earth, its creatures, natural resources, and children. She defended trees with passion. When I was about 18, I saw her stand up to a lady that was spanking a child in the parking lot of a shopping mall. She wasn?t afraid to take the lady by the arm and give her a little warning. I don?t know what she said to her but it worked. That?s my mom I thought to myself, as I was hiding behind a parked car pretending I wasn?t scared. What stand up she had when most would balk given the same situation. She applied spiritual principles to life continuously and accepted the results with gratitude.
--My mother would want everyone to put aside their need to be understood and stop and listen and let go with light around whatever it concerned. Talk to a tree about it and when your done give it a hug. Allen

Nese Nemec (Friend Of Miriam Ella's And Susan's)

371w ago

Miriam Ella's grace, wisdom, and wit have walked with me many times since I first met her, which was this past summer, 2005. I was unable to pay her my respects at her service this past Tuesday, and that has kept her passing from truly sinking in, but two nights ago, the fact that she is gone hit me like a sledgehammer, and I called her name and cried. My heart aches for you who suffer her passing for she was a keeper of memories and heritage. May she live on in our memories and hearts. Love, Nese N. 12/9/05

Kim Smith (Son Of Joyce Martin Grandson Of Bessie Naugle)

371w ago

If there is anything that I can do. Please feel free to contact me. Whether it be anything at Brixey or anything at all.
Susan and Allan please stay in touch with us. I am very sorry for your lose.

Kim

Crystal Martin-Miller (Friend)

371w ago

I feel privileged to have known Ella. She was a beautiful lady in every sense of the word. Margaret, Susan, Allen and your families please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I loved your mother very much and have many wonderful memories of her!

Mr. And Mrs. John Holland

371w ago

Margaret, we love you and so admire your strength and faith during your mom's illness. You have shown how beautiful are those whose hearts are filled with the overflowing love of our Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. I am so glad we met your mother when she came to community group one time. I remember her being such a warm and lovely women. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. God bless you,
Val and John

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