(2013-03-08 9:37am) Corrie Cooks Jr. wrote:
Love you, Sis. Drinkwater.

(2013-03-08 9:50am) Vivian Lee Roberts wrote:
Our deepest sympathy from the Lee family. We love you!! Maurice C. Lee, Vivian Roberts, Taylor Lee, Jr. and families.

(2013-03-08 11:11am) Dora Tucker And Family wrote:
God knows your heartache and shares your grief.

(2013-03-08 12:36pm) Erica Cole wrote:
My deepest sympathy to the Drinkwater family, I Love you Sis. Drinkwater

(2013-03-08 1:34pm) Barbara F. Potts wrote:
Redeemed has lost a great 1st lady and women of God. God bless you all, from the Potts Family.

(2013-03-08 2:10pm) Ray & Vanessa McDonald & Family wrote:
Just want you to know we love you all.

(2013-03-08 3:23pm) Crystal Nevaquaya wrote:
This world has lost a beautiful/wonderful/loving woman today. I've known sister Drinkwater since I was 8 years old. She was truly one of the classiest ladys I've ever met...I will always remember her beautiful smile which could melt anyone heart. Shel touched so many with her loving and kind words. She has wiped my tears and prayed with me many of times. She has even given me love and hugs like she was my own mother. It was such an honor to know her and she will be greatly missed ~ Rest in peace to a beautiful lady!

(2013-03-08 3:33pm) Sandra Matthews-Ellis wrote:
My deepest sympathy,goes out to the Drinkwater family.

(2013-03-08 4:40pm) Alfretta Bell-Nunley wrote:
Offering a heartfelt prayer and my deepest sympathy today to you and the family that God will continue to bless and comfort you. Classmate of Sis. Drinkwater

(2013-03-08 6:00pm) Rev. Larkin S Byrd Jr. wrote:
To the family we say May God continue to bless you in this time of your sarrow. Let it be known an weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. May we celebrate her life and not mourn her death. for the scripture says life is but a vapar it appearth for a while then fadeth away. She will live for ever in our hearts. God Bless you we Love you. Rev.&Mrs Larkin S Byrd Jr.

(2013-03-08 6:49pm) Sarah B Mosley wrote:
God bless you and your family richly.

(2013-03-08 7:18pm) Chris Pannell wrote:
Sister Drinkwater was a wonderful lady, and she will surely be missed. Im praying for you all, God bless.

(2013-03-08 9:26pm) Barbara J. Bert wrote:
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND THE REST OF YOUR FAMILY. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU NOW AND FOREVER.

(2013-03-08 9:41pm) Elder Roosevelt Dunn wrote:
May God comfort you today.

(2013-03-09 12:04am) Sharon Frazier wrote:
May God comfort you today.

(2013-03-09 1:23pm) Pearlie Scott wrote:
I am very greatful to have known such a wonderful person in Sis. B.J. Drinkwater. She and I worked in the church very close with the senior choir for over 40 years, and she is like a sister to me. Ilearned a lot from her, and will always love her. I will continuely stay prayful for the family and church. Sis Pearlie Scott

(2013-03-09 3:03pm) Rev.Lawrence J.Butler wrote:
My deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow.you are in my prayers.

(2013-03-09 3:42pm) Izalure Parker wrote:
Redeemed has lost a great elect lady and woman of God. To the family, we say may God continue to bless you in this time of sorrow. I will always miss her beautiful smile.

(2013-03-09 3:45pm) Barbara Allen wrote:
My family and I love you dearly and we will miss you so much, as well as everyone else whose path you crossed. You have a beautiful spirit, a beautiful smile, and you are without a doubt, a beautiful, Godly, Christian lady..Not only will your immediate family miss you, but so will the entire RMBC family. But, I know that you would tell us, "You must go on". To my Pastor, Val, LaRue Jr, and the entire family, please know that we are praying for you; requesting that God will give you strength and courage to hold on. HE WILL! God cares and so do we. Sincerely,

(2013-03-09 6:08pm) Marcilla Richardson wrote:
I will miss your beautiful smile and your warm hugs. I love you, Sis. Drinkwater

(2013-03-09 7:17pm) Arthur And Zenia DeBouse wrote:
May the Lord continue to watch over you is our prayer and may the precious memories of your loved one keep you ever on the road that leads to God. May God comfort you and keep you. Sis. Drinkwater was a beautiful lady with a smile you could never forget. "There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God." (Hebrews 4:9)

(2013-03-10 7:12am) Patricia Black-Thomas wrote:
Oh Auntie, how I loved you so! Flashback of how your were the one who got me to eat scrambled eggs-because you put cheese in them! Only way I'll eat them-to this very day! Uncle "Dear"(smile), cousins Val & Jr. I LOVE YOU ALL! Tricia

(2013-03-10 7:29am) Rev. Manfret McGhee wrote:
I am deeply saddened by this news. First Lady was very instrumental in my music ministry and up bringing while in OKC. I am praying for you Pastor and family.

(2013-03-10 9:36am) Rosie Jones wrote:
In your moments of deepest sadness. Know that God's love will carry you through Sis. Drinkwater leave a good example of what a good mother and first lady should be.Be proud of her example.

(2013-03-10 10:18am) ShaQuita Zackery wrote:
Our deepest sympathy to the Drinkwater family from the Zackery family. We love our first lady and, she will be greatly missed. The drinkwater family are in our Prayers forever. I love you all.

(2013-03-10 12:25pm) Charles Bruner Jr. wrote:
My deepest sympathy and prayers is with your family.

(2013-03-10 1:01pm) The Late Rev. Lee's Family wrote:
We send our deepest condolences to Rev. Drinkwater and family your in our prayers during this difficult time.

(2013-03-10 4:36pm) REV ANN KNIGHT wrote:
May God comfort you today.

(2013-03-10 6:02pm) Alfred W Thomnpson wrote:
My deepest sympathy.

(2013-03-10 7:29pm) Sandra Smith wrote:
God has called a beautiful and smiling angel home be blessed and enjoy your beautiful home in heaven til we meet again in heaven your spiritual daughter Sandra: I Loved u so much, you will be greatly missed.

(2013-03-11 12:10am) Billy Carolina wrote:
I will always miss you sister drinkwater

(2013-03-11 7:18am) Cathy Phea wrote:
To the entire Drinkwater and Vickers families: I feel blessed that I was able to know Sister Drinkwater, she was truly a marvelous lady! May God continue to give you strength in your time of grief

(2013-03-11 7:32am) Larry And Renee Liddell Jr. wrote:
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thoughts and prayers. May God continue to bless you and your family.

(2013-03-11 7:36am) Beverly A Byrd wrote:
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. Please accept my deepest condolences and know that God loves you and can give you peace, restore your spirits and strengthen you

(2013-03-11 9:08am) Reverend Zenobia Napoleon wrote:
I love you Sharmanlyne and Mom. You and the family are in my prayers.

(2013-03-11 9:31am) Kim D Jackson, wrote:
To. Sister Barbara jean drinkwater she, the nicest and kindest person I have met in my life. She,ll do anything for anyone who needs help, and she all. Way. Tell me to go to the Mira and cross. My. Arms and hug my self that's, a way of hug her back to and thank. You , sis Barbara jean drinkwater, and my. Deepest sympathy go out . To the drinkwater family, the Vickers, family, and thank. You rev. L.r. drinkwater, s.r.

(2013-03-11 11:11am) ROSETTA J. BERRY wrote:
God knows your heartache and shares your grief, but just remember that the same hand made the beauty of this world has a beautiful place prepared for us. May you feel his loving presence. Love, Prayers, and Great Blessing to this wonderful family: Rosetta Berry, Versella O'Guinn and Tyler Laster.

(2013-03-11 11:25am) Terry & Debbie Bruner wrote:
The promises God made are all true.

(2013-03-11 12:03pm) Micheal Highsmith & Ruth Lombard Highsmith wrote:
You are in our prayers. Your needs will be provided. The promises God made are all true. We love you!

(2013-03-11 12:22pm) Carolyn And Rachel Williams wrote:
My deepest sympathy.

(2013-03-11 12:33pm) Versella O'Guinn (Hart) wrote:
To my paster, my sister Val, Jr. & the entire Drink water family, my deepest sympathy for your loss, a truley wonderful woman. there are not enough words to express Sis. Drinkwater's beauty & grace. I learned a lot from her, most memorable thought....how should everything be done?...Decent and in Order! I love you Sis. Drinkwater forever & always you will be in my heart.

(2013-03-11 3:56pm) Michelle Lombard & Family wrote:
Our condolences to you all in this time. I wish you all strength and comfort in the Lord. May God continues to bless you all.

(2013-03-11 5:23pm) Sandra K. Gooden wrote:
You are in my prayers from the Gooden and Poole Family.

(2013-03-11 6:22pm) Sabrina Davison wrote:
God has called home one of his true christian soldiers. Sister Drinkwater was beautiful, kind and filled with a love for God's people that was so true and real. She was my friend. I will continue to carry her memory and her many conversations with me in my heart. She taught me so many things over the years. To the family, I will always love you and pray that God will provide the strength you need to go on. I can hear Sister Drinkwater saying "I'm okay, God's will is done, I'll meet you on the other side" Sabrina

(2013-03-11 6:51pm) Charlie Branton wrote:
My deepest sympathy to the family of a beautiful christian lady. You will always be remembered.....sing and smile on Sis. Drinkwater.

(2013-03-11 6:51pm) Charlie Branton wrote:
My deepest sympathy to the family of a beautiful christian lady. You will always be remembered.....sing and smile on Sis. Drinkwater.

(2013-03-11 9:01pm) MABLE , JACKSON wrote:
May God comfort you today.

(2013-03-12 5:06am) LaRue Drinkwater Jr wrote:
Thanks Momma For letting me be able to hold you in my arms, Thanks for showing me that no matter how hard or painfully it may get God is still in control. Now I know you are free your free and happy with God Love you.

(2013-03-12 10:52am) W. Don Mason wrote:
Thank You Sis. Drinkwater and to the family; Ps.30:5 Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning!

(2013-03-12 12:36pm) Wanda Scott-Young And Farm wrote:
We will always cherish her memory. A beautiful, loving and kind 1st lady, who could sing any note, will be greatly missed. To the family, may you sense the Lord's loving presence , keeping youclose to His heart, assuring you of His tender care, and covering you with His grace. We love you.

(2013-03-12 4:46pm) Pastor F.D. Cochran wrote:
My deepest sympathy. God bless you. May God comfort the Drinkwater family.

(2013-03-12 9:30pm) Ashley K. Cooks wrote:
Sure do miss her, but so grateful for the time God gave me with her, for the conversations we shared, her wisdom, her sense of humor ! In the mist of my tears I thank God she is whole again, and not in pain! We were praying for a healing, for a miracle! God may not have done it the way we wanted, but he did it the way he wanted! He proved again that he only takes the best ! Heaven sure gained a great angel ! Taking what she taught me and moving forward! I love you so much Pastor, val, Jr. Rae, Brandy , Twinkl, and Ms. Marilyn ! You and the rest of the family are forever in my prayers !

(2013-03-13 5:22am) MARGARET COATS wrote:
You are in my prayers.

(2013-03-13 8:31am) Crystal Anderson wrote:
May God comfort you today.

(2013-03-13 9:30am) Kellie Reece wrote:
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Drinkwater and Redeemed Family. She will truly be missed.

(2013-03-13 10:14am) Sonya Allen - Smith wrote:
My heart was sadden when I heard of Sis. Drinkwater's passing. I will always remember her beautiful smile. Her smile could light up a room! May God comfort and Bless the Drinkwater family and the Redeemed Missionary Baptist Chruch family. You all are in my prayers.

(2013-03-13 2:56pm) CHAQUETTA DENISE MARTIN "KITTY" wrote:
You are in our prayers and we pray that God comfort you and may you feel his loving arms surrounding you and know that God will keep you in the hollow of his arms. With much Love and may God richly bless you.

(2013-03-13 5:14pm) Alexis And Dovietta James wrote:
To the Drinkwater family, we would like to say that we will dearly miss the first lady, Sis.Drinkwater.....she was a great role model, and teacher.....she helped me become the young lady that I am.......and I am going to miss her. God Bless Pastor Drinkwater, Sis. Val and Bro. LaRue and the Drinkwater family.

(2013-03-13 6:19pm) Bridget Kidd wrote:
You are in my prayers.

(2013-03-13 7:11pm) Larry & Darlene Richardson wrote:
She will be forever missed, but find comfort in teh NO MORES, no more pain, no more treatments, no more doctors, no more hurting, no more crying in the middle of the night and the list can go on but Praise God she is now resting safe his in arms.

(2013-03-13 8:27pm) Saundra, Pat, Alyce, Jonita And John wrote:
A beautiful lady has gone from labor to reward. Your work is evident in the many lives you have touched. May God comfort our family at this time.

(2013-03-13 11:06pm) Vicki Kidd wrote:
My deepest sympathy to the Drinkwater Family. I know God will comfort you because the promises of God are true. Love

(2013-03-14 6:56am) Cheree McClain wrote:
Cousin Barbara Jean will be truly missed. As one of our family's matriarchs I will pass along my wonderful memories of her to my child and grandchildren. The circle will be unbroken in the sky.

(2013-03-14 10:42am) Patricia Sanders wrote:
I love you and will truly miss you.

(2013-03-14 10:45am) Toni, Robyn, And Hannah wrote:
We love you! From Your neices

(2013-03-14 11:16am) Clarence L Jenkins Jr. wrote:
May you feel his loving presence.

(2013-03-14 12:22pm) Burton Family wrote:
Your needs will be provided.

(2013-03-14 12:33pm) Clarance Luckey And Charles Brown, & Doris & Joesph Hayden wrote:
Our Deepest Sympathy, To the Drinkwater Family, May God Comfort You All In Your Time Of Grief.

(2013-03-14 12:54pm) Marie Hopkins wrote:
to the drinkwater family: you have my deepest sympathy,SIS DRINKWATER WAS AN INSPIRATION TO ME AND MY FAMILY

(2013-03-14 1:43pm) Becky Houston Hodge wrote:
My prayers are with you at this time. Sis. Drinkwater was always special to me.

(2013-03-14 1:46pm) MARIE HOPKINS wrote:
TO THE DRINKWATER FAMILY,YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.SIS DRINKWATER HAS BEEN AN INSPIRATION TO ME AND MY FAMILY,I HAVE ENJOYED TEACHING SUNDAY WITH HER FOR 37YRS,SHE WAS SOMEONE I COULD CALL MY FRIEND.SHE ALWAYS KNEW WHEN I WAS DOWN AND THE WORDS SHE WOULD SPEAK WAS UPLIFTING ALONE WITH THAT BEAUTIFUL SMILE.SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED AND HER MEMORIES WILL BE FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS.TO MY PASTOR,VAL & BRO.LARUE MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND ENTIRE FAMILY.

(2013-03-14 2:54pm) La Rhonda Minter-Davis wrote:
May you feel his loving presence.

(2013-03-14 4:54pm) Rev. Dr. Donald Ray McNeal, Pastor Hopewell M.B.Church wrote:
Myself and the members of the Hopewell M.B.Church in St. Louis MO. are praying with you. Our son and Min. of Music the Rev. Manfret McGhee is our member here in St. Louis. I say to you Dr. Drinkwater I am so sorry to hear the news of the passing of First Lady B.J. Drinkwater. Please know that we are praying for you, your family and the Redeemed Church Family.

(2013-03-14 6:18pm) James,Dora Neal,Family wrote:
May God comfort you today.

(2013-03-14 7:39pm) Freda Woodfork wrote:
The Lord's continued blessings and peace is yours. He is your comfort, your strength, your joy all that you need He is and more! I am praying for you. Shalom

(2013-03-14 8:12pm) Darryl Pompey & Family wrote:
Pastor, Val & Jr., We love you with all of our hearts and Sister Drinkwater will be missed! The Pompeys

(2013-03-14 10:18pm) The Martin Family wrote:
God bless you in your time of sorrow. We love you and she was very special to us.

(2013-03-15 4:43am) Lavonda Patrice Hopkins wrote:
You are in my prayers.

(2013-03-15 2:20pm) YOLANDA HARRIS & FAMILY wrote:
To The Drinkwater & Vickers Family our prayers are with you and we will truly miss a Great Lady Sis Drinkwater. I will always remember her smile,her love,her kind words of encouragement.To MY Pastor I will continue to have you in my prayers and always keep your hand in Gods hand and he will order your steps.To Valerie & JR may the Lord continue to comfort you and bless you and always put God first and God bless you and your famliy richly.

(2013-03-15 2:59pm) JENET & CLIFF JOHNSON wrote:
GOD BLESS YOU & YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.

(2013-03-15 5:28pm) Eva Fair wrote:
May God comfort you today.

(2013-03-15 5:29pm) Vernett Moore/A.A. Jackson Family wrote:
Rev.Drinkwater,may God comfort you and your family today. God specializes in things that seem impossible

(2013-03-15 5:33pm) Brooks &Thompson Family wrote:
You are in our prayers and forever in our hearts...May God bless you and your family

(2013-03-15 6:33pm) Loveta Hammond wrote:
May God comfort and keep you in his loving care. It was a pleasure to have Barbara as my Secretary at OSU Cooperative Extension Service. She was a true friend and co-worker, she will be missed.

(2013-03-15 7:40pm) Barbara Allen wrote:
I found this beautiful poem. It sounds like what Sis. Drinkwater would tell us. Because The Angels Came No more grief or sorrow, no more suffering or pain,now there is everlasting peace because the angels came. Only God knows what is best and He gently holds my hand guiding me to a better place because the angels came. When the sun rises tomorrow and I answer not my name, please don't cry.... rejoice with me because the angels came. I now can rest in peace as I never could before, I answered the gentle knock of the angels at my door. So please don't mourn for me as new wings I now claim. I can take my flight to heaven because the angels came.

(2013-03-16 12:08am) The Jones Family wrote:
Malvis Jones children and grandchildren.. we love you and feel truly blessed to have had you in our lives.

(2013-03-16 6:57am) Kerri L. Lyons wrote:
Sis. Drinkwater was a beautiful person inside and out. She left her mark on this world and everyone who knew her hearts broke a little when they found out about her passing. Such a loving women who set the tone of what a First Lady should be to her church. You went home on Brandmans birthday , God has a plan and she had a purpose .. I love her and she will truly be missed. Rest Eternally ..

(2013-03-16 7:51am) Lavonda Patrice Hopkins wrote:
You are in my prayers.

(2013-03-16 8:29am) Itelma Manager wrote:
You are in my prayers.

(2013-03-16 5:54pm) Sister Mary Harding wrote:
In your sorrow, may the Blessings of the Lord keep you in perfect Love and Peace. May you share the Joy and Happiness in the precious memeories of a LEGEND of Beauty called into God's Kingdom.

(2013-03-16 6:14pm) Sister Mary Harding wrote:
In your sorrow, may the Blessings of the Lord keep you in perfect Love and Peace. May you share the Joy and Happiness in the precious memeories of a LEGEND of Beauty called into God's Kingdom.

(2013-03-16 6:50pm) Sis Kalah Harding wrote:
May you feel his loving presence. i will truly miss ur smile

(2013-03-16 7:32pm) Dianne Cummings wrote:
Sister Drinkwater was a woman of many talents. You could always learn something from her. Her smile was worth a million dollars. She will be deeply missed. My condolences to her family.

(2013-03-17 8:01am) Sister Mary Harding wrote:
In your sorrow, may the Blessings of the Lord keep you in perfect Love and Peace. May you share the Joy and Happiness in the precious memeories of a LEGEND of Beauty called into God's Kingdom.

(2013-03-18 2:06pm) A.Z. Jones & Family wrote:
May God comfort you today.

(2013-03-18 3:19pm) Edward & Marvis Griffis wrote:
God bless you and your family richly.