Dr. Maya Angelou’s
Physical speaking voice was silenced on May 28th; but not the life lessons and beliefs she taught us while on earth.
She not only wrote words to get her message across about equality and brotherly love but she action them as well. Her raw message of love, courage and truth will forever ring true in our hearts if we dare to listen during the quietude to the voice of God! (As mentioned in her last tweet).
If we really listen to her words of wisdom we will hear the voice of God. Telling us how to love, to know ourselves and to treat everyone with care.
She taught us how to love, I mean the agape love with no out conditions. She taught us about courage and to dare to speak out boldly and loudly when we see injustice around us!
My one regret is that I did not meet her in person. I lost my mother two years ago. In many ways Dr. Angelou reminded me of my own mother and often times I could hear my own mother speaking to me when hearing Dr. Angelou speak.
Although we never met in person, I admired Dr. Maya Angelou. Some how I think way down inside she knew us all. She spoke to the human heart and human condition: love, courage, respect…forgiveness…
God, thank you for the voice of our sister, mother, aunt, friend, Dr. Maya Angelou.
We heard you!
Thaddeus Dunn
Marlon Davids
I cannot stop the tears from falling. My beloved mentor Dr. Maya Angelou you have touched my heart and been such a significant part of my spiritual growth. RIP and I know you are having an amazing time with other legends and ordinary folk in heaven. I will always love you. I am heartbroken.
Irene Williams Doss, San Francisco, CA
Our thoughts and prayers to the family and community.
May her light shine forever and brightly.
Her spirit will continue to be strong.
We love you Dr. Maya.
Myra Roberson
In honor of a Light that went from Ohio State, to Kent, to Oberlin throughout northern Ohio in the early 1970’s, thank you Maya Angelou for your vision, your courage and tenacity. You were a beacon of what we could be, your presence made it a possibility of humanity and humility for myself and countless others, we are grateful. The miracle is you seemed to recall our faces our energy and claimed us as your own. To touch and receive a hug from you was the renewable energy required to make it bit farther on our journey.
Angels are everywhere, many have blessed me. Maya you certainly are one of the premier
angels in my life. We lift you in praise of all humanity. God has certainly enriched your territory and I acknowledge the benefits. PEACE
Geisha lockhart
“Heaven is a place nearby, so there’s no need to say goodbye.” -(Lene Marlin)
R.I.P ANGEL.
Barbra Stephens
Dr.A ngelou you will be missed very much. I will remember your family in prayer.
ray hobbs
Dr maya angelou she was indeed a humble giant among the world of gods children, she will be sorely missed her presence here has made the world a better place
Shirley Larke
To: Guy, Oprah Winfrey, and the Entire family of Dr. Maya Angelou,
I extend my sincere and deepest condolences to “All of You”…
Dr. Maya Angelou is an icon to my soul…..I just wished that I could have sat at her feet to listen to her words of wisdom. Dr. Angelou’s wisdom is a life time of learning to my spirit… I could listen to her speak forever. Her many books, cards, and speeches will go down in history for us, our children and our children’s children…. Dr. Angelou’s sweet sweet spirit will live forever in the hearts of all of “us” who loved her.
Dr. Angelous’s journey has just begun, life holds so many facets, and this old earth is only one…
Dr. Angelou is now reunited with her “Mother Vivian”, and her Beloved “Grandmother”. She is sitting at our “Heavenly Father’s” feet, speaking in that deep strong voice… reciting her beloved poems to the angels at Heaven’s Gate and smiling…
May “GOD” continue to keep “All of You” in his tender loving care.
Blessings and Love,
Shirley Lewis Larke
Wilmington, De
Joan White (Ms. White)
Dear Guy, Rose and Colin: Dr. Maya Angelou lives in my heart. I am grateful for her love and her joyful immersion in my life. Dr. A taught me, not only in her class at Wake Forest, but daily, for all the many years I stood by her side. It was an exceptional gift knowing Maya Angelou, her family and some of her friends. For me, those experiences encompassed her love and the life lessons which were shared at her table; thus, I have been able to share them at my table. I, we the world, shall miss her presence but her words will ring in our hearts, in our ears and through our mouths forever. God Bless you all.
With deep-felt sadness and love, Joan (Ms. White)
Rita
I remember reading “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” in the 70’s and thinking, finally someone understands. I found comfort in knowing I was not alone.
Thank you Dr. Angelou for your words of inspiration, they have carried me throughout my life.
RIP. Much love!
Betty Watson-Garris
I am so thankful that God created and molded Dr. Maya Angelou to be a source of inspiration and motivation to the world. I pray that we will honor her memory by becoming the best person we can, living out our individual life’s purpose and making a positive difference in the world. I extend my condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Angelou first and then to our entire planet.
Regina Gilbert
On March 14, 1990, I was privileged to meet Dr. Angelou when she was keynote speaker at the Black Women’s Task Force annual conference and luncheon in Phoenix, AZ. During our conversation on the dais, I mentioned to her that the organization’s work was a 100% volunteer effort by the Board of Directors. One week later she returned a portion of her speaker’s fee to the organization. In addition to all of her known acclaims for written and spoken words, her generous heart was evident in her deeds that supported efforts to empower women. Her infectious inspiration will last through eternity. Some great people are just greater than we think. Rest now our loving sister.
Regina I. Gilbert
Ex. Officio, Phoenix BWTF
Hadayai Majeed
I was a freshman in high school when I heard about the book I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. It inspired me to want to write. Since then I have written and published a few works and now own my own publishing company.
Carol Spencer
On a chilly fall evening in Norman, OK, I was set to go hear Ms. Angelou speak at the university. I was not disappointed! Her passion for the word and her deep and abiding faith, touched the entire room of listeners. Ms. Angelou treated us to some impromptu singing. What a night to remember. Thank you…
Shantelle
I was grateful to have heard Maya speak on two different occasions. I had the opportunity to meet her once at a book signing. I said to her, “Thank you for being my rainbow in the clouds.” And she said in that all encompassing voice of her, ” What’s your name?” I told her and she remarked, ” what a beautiful name.” THEN…she sung to me. “When it looked like the sun— wasn’t gon’ shine any more—God put a rainbow in the clouds.” You know I walked away feeling like I was on Cloud 9! I will always, always, always remember her loving kindness towards me and particularly, the entire Universe. Maya has shown us the Way in so many ways, that none of us ought not ever lose our Way ever again and if we should, all we have to do is lift our heads to the sky and see our rainbow in the clouds. I love you Maya.
Stephanie Graham
Dr. Maya Angelou was one of God’s great gifts to humanity. She inspired us to accept our own perfect imperfections and to choose Love above all else. She propelled us forward in our darkest days and lifted our spirit when nothing else would. She was truly and Earth Angel! Her words will echo in our hearts and minds forever. Thank you Maya! Thank you!
Angela Anderson-O’Bryant
My first introduction to her work began when I was a sophomore in high school. The poem was called, “Elegy”. We were asked to present an analysis of poetry to our classmates and teacher and I remember she was impressed with the history behind it and I had such pride in knowing a little more about our ancestral roots and to be able to enlighten others. I have been a fan of her work every since. May she rest in love for the gift that she gave to the world that will keep on giving for generations to come.
Audrey Beard
I will truly will miss her words of wisdom & her warm spirit. Even though I never had the honor to meet her I could listen to her talk and feel her warmth & love through her words. My prayer is that God will bless her family in their loss.
Dawn Calhoun ’99, MA ’07
The memory of being a student in Dr. Angelou’s class at Wake Forest will forever be etched in both my heart and my mind. She taught me more than I can ever describe and her presence left an indelible mark that will thankfully stay with me for the rest of my life. The way she carried herself and the lessons she shared molded and shaped me into a better person, a stronger student, and a louder voice.
Thank you, Dr. Angelou for all you taught me. Your words, your emotion, and your voice stay with me today and always.
Elois Crumpton
“And still I rise” thank you Maya, rest peacefully.
Dr. Maya Angelou’s
Physical speaking voice was silenced on May 28th; but not the life lessons and beliefs she taught us while on earth.
She not only wrote words to get her message across about equality and brotherly love but she action them as well. Her raw message of love, courage and truth will forever ring true in our hearts if we dare to listen during the quietude to the voice of God! (As mentioned in her last tweet).
If we really listen to her words of wisdom we will hear the voice of God. Telling us how to love, to know ourselves and to treat everyone with care.
She taught us how to love, I mean the agape love with no out conditions. She taught us about courage and to dare to speak out boldly and loudly when we see injustice around us!
My one regret is that I did not meet her in person. I lost my mother two years ago. In many ways Dr. Angelou reminded me of my own mother and often times I could hear my own mother speaking to me when hearing Dr. Angelou speak.
Although we never met in person, I admired Dr. Maya Angelou. Some how I think way down inside she knew us all. She spoke to the human heart and human condition: love, courage, respect…forgiveness…
God, thank you for the voice of our sister, mother, aunt, friend, Dr. Maya Angelou.
We heard you!
Thaddeus Dunn
I cannot stop the tears from falling. My beloved mentor Dr. Maya Angelou you have touched my heart and been such a significant part of my spiritual growth. RIP and I know you are having an amazing time with other legends and ordinary folk in heaven. I will always love you. I am heartbroken.
Our thoughts and prayers to the family and community.
May her light shine forever and brightly.
Her spirit will continue to be strong.
We love you Dr. Maya.
In honor of a Light that went from Ohio State, to Kent, to Oberlin throughout northern Ohio in the early 1970’s, thank you Maya Angelou for your vision, your courage and tenacity. You were a beacon of what we could be, your presence made it a possibility of humanity and humility for myself and countless others, we are grateful. The miracle is you seemed to recall our faces our energy and claimed us as your own. To touch and receive a hug from you was the renewable energy required to make it bit farther on our journey.
Angels are everywhere, many have blessed me. Maya you certainly are one of the premier
angels in my life. We lift you in praise of all humanity. God has certainly enriched your territory and I acknowledge the benefits. PEACE
“Heaven is a place nearby, so there’s no need to say goodbye.” -(Lene Marlin)
R.I.P ANGEL.
Dr.A ngelou you will be missed very much. I will remember your family in prayer.
Dr maya angelou she was indeed a humble giant among the world of gods children, she will be sorely missed her presence here has made the world a better place
To: Guy, Oprah Winfrey, and the Entire family of Dr. Maya Angelou,
I extend my sincere and deepest condolences to “All of You”…
Dr. Maya Angelou is an icon to my soul…..I just wished that I could have sat at her feet to listen to her words of wisdom. Dr. Angelou’s wisdom is a life time of learning to my spirit… I could listen to her speak forever. Her many books, cards, and speeches will go down in history for us, our children and our children’s children…. Dr. Angelou’s sweet sweet spirit will live forever in the hearts of all of “us” who loved her.
Dr. Angelous’s journey has just begun, life holds so many facets, and this old earth is only one…
Dr. Angelou is now reunited with her “Mother Vivian”, and her Beloved “Grandmother”. She is sitting at our “Heavenly Father’s” feet, speaking in that deep strong voice… reciting her beloved poems to the angels at Heaven’s Gate and smiling…
May “GOD” continue to keep “All of You” in his tender loving care.
Blessings and Love,
Shirley Lewis Larke
Wilmington, De
Dear Guy, Rose and Colin: Dr. Maya Angelou lives in my heart. I am grateful for her love and her joyful immersion in my life. Dr. A taught me, not only in her class at Wake Forest, but daily, for all the many years I stood by her side. It was an exceptional gift knowing Maya Angelou, her family and some of her friends. For me, those experiences encompassed her love and the life lessons which were shared at her table; thus, I have been able to share them at my table. I, we the world, shall miss her presence but her words will ring in our hearts, in our ears and through our mouths forever. God Bless you all.
With deep-felt sadness and love, Joan (Ms. White)
I remember reading “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” in the 70’s and thinking, finally someone understands. I found comfort in knowing I was not alone.
Thank you Dr. Angelou for your words of inspiration, they have carried me throughout my life.
RIP. Much love!
I am so thankful that God created and molded Dr. Maya Angelou to be a source of inspiration and motivation to the world. I pray that we will honor her memory by becoming the best person we can, living out our individual life’s purpose and making a positive difference in the world. I extend my condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Angelou first and then to our entire planet.
On March 14, 1990, I was privileged to meet Dr. Angelou when she was keynote speaker at the Black Women’s Task Force annual conference and luncheon in Phoenix, AZ. During our conversation on the dais, I mentioned to her that the organization’s work was a 100% volunteer effort by the Board of Directors. One week later she returned a portion of her speaker’s fee to the organization. In addition to all of her known acclaims for written and spoken words, her generous heart was evident in her deeds that supported efforts to empower women. Her infectious inspiration will last through eternity. Some great people are just greater than we think. Rest now our loving sister.
Regina I. Gilbert
Ex. Officio, Phoenix BWTF
I was a freshman in high school when I heard about the book I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. It inspired me to want to write. Since then I have written and published a few works and now own my own publishing company.
On a chilly fall evening in Norman, OK, I was set to go hear Ms. Angelou speak at the university. I was not disappointed! Her passion for the word and her deep and abiding faith, touched the entire room of listeners. Ms. Angelou treated us to some impromptu singing. What a night to remember. Thank you…
I was grateful to have heard Maya speak on two different occasions. I had the opportunity to meet her once at a book signing. I said to her, “Thank you for being my rainbow in the clouds.” And she said in that all encompassing voice of her, ” What’s your name?” I told her and she remarked, ” what a beautiful name.” THEN…she sung to me. “When it looked like the sun— wasn’t gon’ shine any more—God put a rainbow in the clouds.” You know I walked away feeling like I was on Cloud 9! I will always, always, always remember her loving kindness towards me and particularly, the entire Universe. Maya has shown us the Way in so many ways, that none of us ought not ever lose our Way ever again and if we should, all we have to do is lift our heads to the sky and see our rainbow in the clouds. I love you Maya.
Dr. Maya Angelou was one of God’s great gifts to humanity. She inspired us to accept our own perfect imperfections and to choose Love above all else. She propelled us forward in our darkest days and lifted our spirit when nothing else would. She was truly and Earth Angel! Her words will echo in our hearts and minds forever. Thank you Maya! Thank you!
My first introduction to her work began when I was a sophomore in high school. The poem was called, “Elegy”. We were asked to present an analysis of poetry to our classmates and teacher and I remember she was impressed with the history behind it and I had such pride in knowing a little more about our ancestral roots and to be able to enlighten others. I have been a fan of her work every since. May she rest in love for the gift that she gave to the world that will keep on giving for generations to come.
I will truly will miss her words of wisdom & her warm spirit. Even though I never had the honor to meet her I could listen to her talk and feel her warmth & love through her words. My prayer is that God will bless her family in their loss.
The memory of being a student in Dr. Angelou’s class at Wake Forest will forever be etched in both my heart and my mind. She taught me more than I can ever describe and her presence left an indelible mark that will thankfully stay with me for the rest of my life. The way she carried herself and the lessons she shared molded and shaped me into a better person, a stronger student, and a louder voice.
Thank you, Dr. Angelou for all you taught me. Your words, your emotion, and your voice stay with me today and always.
“And still I rise” thank you Maya, rest peacefully.