Monique Dunlap Tollen | Coker-Mathews Funeral Home | Greenville, TX Funeral Home & Cremation

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Your Loving Mom Greenville, TX August 21, 2013

"My sweet, loving, selfless, courageous, beautiful daughter, always putting others first, always smiling, always seeing the bright side of everything-no matter how gloomy things might have been-You have been a wonderful daughter and friend and I will always be so proud of who you were and what you stood for and so grateful that God gave you to me for a little while. Although my heart is broken because of losing you, I know you are with your Dad now and that the two of you are celebrating your reunion. I'm sure you are looking down at me watching me cry and wishing you could make me feel better about you being gone so I will try to remember your instructions to laugh-not cry-and to go on living my life for those who are still here that I love, too.

I was thinking about life and death being separated by a bridge and on the life side of the bridge are those who are dealing with stress, sorrow, pain, and sickness but on the other side, everyone is restored and well again.I wrote this for you today and it helps me to think you are now safe and well on the "other side".

There is a bridge over life's stormy sea,
That leads to a place I've been longing to be,
In this sweet place, there's no sorrow or pain,
And loved ones we've lost are together again.

I've crossed the bridge, left my troubles behind,
I've been born again WELL in my body and mind,
I'm running and laughing and feeling no pain,
I've crossed the bridge, and I'm living again.

Don't cry for me even though we're apart,
You'll know that I'm near with each beat of your heart,
And one day soon I will see you again,
When you cross the bridge and we walk hand in hand.

My sweet Monique, you have crossed the bridge, but I won't be far behind and my love for you will continue throughout eternity. You will forever be my beloved"Little Monkey", my brave, loving daughter and friend. I hope you knew how much you were loved by all your family and friends. When I feel like crying, I'll try to remember the Dr. Seuss quote we all loved: "Don't cry because it's over-Smile because it happened!" You filled our lives with love, sunshine and smiles and we will all miss you terribly until we meet again!"

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mike williams lawrence, KS August 13, 2013

"So sad. What a wonderful person. I didn't know her that well but know that she was a great friend to my brother and know she left a huge impact on his life. I enjoyed hanging out with her when I visited Joe. It was always fun going for a run with her and Joe when I visited . I will miss her."

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mike williams lawrence, KS August 13, 2013

"So sad. What a wonderful person. I didn't know her that well but know that she was a great friend to my brother and know she left a huge impact on his life. I enjoyed hanging out with her when I visited Joe. It was always fun going for a run with her and Joe when I visited . I will miss her."

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Trounces TX August 5, 2013

"She will be missed"

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Misty Lutz & Family Greenville, TX August 2, 2013

"We know that no words can help ease the pain and loss that you are feeling right now. You are in our every prayer and thought.
Just remember... It's the little things, the small, everyday occurrences that you'll remember. The laughs, the stories, the smiles. And even though it seems like you can never recover from your loss, it is these very memories that will help push the pain away and bring back the smiles.
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Bill Hill Mt. Vernon, TX August 2, 2013

"Melanie, and all of Monique's family:
I extend my deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your
loved one. I pray that God will help heal that loss. We all
know that God's promise is that He will neverr forsake
His own. He also told us: "Come unto me, ye who are
heavy laden and I will give you rest". We must believe.

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Stacey Hedgecoke Murphy, TX August 1, 2013

"It is with great emotion that I say to all who listen, my dear friend, Monique, will be missed greatly. She has shown so much strength to all who came near her. I can only try and describe the heaviness of my heart. I do not believe I have ever witnessed such strength in anyone, ever. I could only wish those lives she touched will inherit some of that passion of strength and courage.

I pray:
" Hail Mary full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed are thou amongst women and Blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death." Amen
I know she is with our Lord now and she will be greatly missed here on this earth. We will unite once again, be it the will or my Lord and Savior!

God be with us all!
Amen

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Michele Conley Aubrey, TX July 31, 2013

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Matt Webb Cedar Park, TX July 31, 2013

"My heart is broken. When I think of the brightest light, the widest smile, and the greatest laugh, I think of Monique. Thank you for going out of your way to include me as your good friend when I first entered high school. I know you had that same affect on many of my peers. I will remember all of the good times and great songs we sang along to as you transported me all over Greenville during the 80's. We both used to really like David Bowie's "Blue Jean". The song asks if Heaven is any sweeter than a girl named Blue Jean. Heaven will be a tremendous place if it is as sweet as Monique. I know it just got sweeter. Bless you and thank you."

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Curtis Murley Carrollton, TX July 31, 2013

"Last week we lost a great soul, our loss; heavens gain. She was one of the greatest people I have ever met. She was one the most humble people with one of the greatest smiles. I have been blessed to be around Monique and the rest of her family. This is a time not for sadness but the celebration of an awesome life. Thanks Monique for your friendship over the many years."

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Dawn Frazier Quinlan, TX July 31, 2013

"So sorry for your loss"

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Stephanie Deroy TX July 31, 2013

"Our Dear Monkey, You are so greatly missed around here. It will never be the same without you. I will always remember your beautiful smile and heart. Your courage and strength has always and will always continue to be an inspiration to so many. You have left an impression on my life that I will be forever grateful for and I’m so thankful I have the pleasure of calling you my friend, what a blessing! I think God for you and your spirit. You made this world a better place! I know God must have needed another angel up there and I’m thankful for the promise I will see you again when I’m called home. Go run with the angles!

We are praying for the whole family through this most difficult time. I pray God wrap his healing arms around you all and give you the peace that passes all understanding. God Bless each of you!
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Judy Sullivan Rowlett, TX July 31, 2013

"There are no words to adequately describe your sweet sweet soul. You were my hero. With all you were going thru you always had encouraging words for Laura and I. Never once did you lose faith that we would all be alright. This world has lost the closest thing to a saint I will ever see until I see you again...and I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN. Your positive outlook has changed the way I look at everyday things and I'm not sure I thanked you for that. Run now that you are whole again, run thru heaven unhampered and pain free. May God wrap his loving arms around your family to ease the pain of their loss."

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Terry Thomas Greenville, TX July 31, 2013

"Lavisa , Mike and Family, it is with a very heavy heart that I join you in saying goodbye to the beautiful , charming and courageous Monique. She brought so many smiles to so many people in her short 46 years here on earth, My only explanation is God had bigger chores for her in Heaven because I know she is there with her arm around Bubba .
I am sorry we cannot be with you as I will be out of town , my heart , prayers and best wishes will always be with you and Monique ! " Terry & Vicki ""

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Patricia A. Simon Dallas, TX July 31, 2013

"Brave and courageous, intelligent and funny! Monique will be missed by all who knew her."

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The Hurley Family Dallas, TX July 30, 2013

"Dear sweet Monique
Trusted colleague and friend
Always cheerful and smiling
We will miss you
May you rest in our Lord's warm embrace
and may He help us mourn our loss
and remember her always
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Chris Cole dallas, TX July 29, 2013

"RIP- You will be greatly missed."

Monique DunlapTollen

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