
Kirksey-Edwards, Connie Ann
December 26, 1966 –
September 16, 2021
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R. Driver
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"Excellent customer service, they made you feel like you were their only customer. Very helpful and explained what we should expect during the process. They basically took care of our needs during this time. They contacted DFW National Cemetery for us which made it a smooth experience. Definitely will use them again."
K. Barker
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"I was amazed how professional the team at Aria Funeral Preston Dallas Texas are. They guided me through the process and my options of their services that they offered for my mother. They are compassionate, caring, calm, good listener, efficient and did an excellent job! Thank you!"
R. Woll
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"If I could give 6 stars I would. Aria made a difficult easier to deal with by basically taking care of everything in an efficient but very empathetic manner. I can speak highly enough of Dusty Martin, who helped us with all of the planning and logistics. He was incredibly understanding and helpful."
Angel M.
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"Nothing prepares you for the grief you go through when losing a child. I called this funeral home at 2:00 am broken and could barely talk. The amount of compassion and empathy they showed me immediately let me know I found the right place to cremate my son. I cannot thank them enough for their professionalism, SINCERE concern, and commitment to making sure my son was honored in the most respectful way. I hope this Funeral home values her as much as my family and I do."
McGee Family
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"Wayne and Staff, thank you for taking care of the arrangements for our mom, Exter McGee and our dad, Philip McGee. You have been great to work with during such a difficult time."

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"On behalf of my family, I wanted you to know how much we appreciate your handling of my husband's final arrangements. Wayne Baxter assisted & guided us through the entire process with such care & compassion. Don't know what we would have done without him! Sincerely, Colleen Elledge"

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"I can’t say enough about how helpful and professional Dusty Martin, the funeral director at the Aria Cremation location on NW Highway has been. From my initial call, he was kind and informative. My friend died at home while on hospice and she was picked up in about an hour after receiving the call from the hospice nurse. The person who arrived to pick her up was also very professional/respectful and allowed us to take as much time with her as we wished. When I met with Dusty the next day about arrangements, he explained the process and options available without being pushy or trying to “sell” extras. Throughout the process, he kept me informed and, for example, was careful to be certain I understood the cost of the obituary I wanted and offered some options for reducing that cost if I wished. When I stopped by for another reason and started talking about some of the problems I was having with the pictures and media I hoped to use at a memorial lunch I was planning, he not only listened patiently but offered technology advice and let me use his personal media player. I have had experience arranging cremations for four others using two other local companies, and this experience with Dusty at Aria has been by far the best one I have had."

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"My Daddy’s service and our family experience at Aria Northwest Highway was truly blessed. Funeral Director Dustin Martin is the kind of person that you would like to see on a more regular basis – but in his industry – you hope to not see him that often. That being said – THANK YOU DUSTIN for your unending kindness, compassion and friendship through the process. Meeting you and discussing Dallas History, Find A Grave and my Dad’s lifelong contributions to the great City of Dallas was simply wonderful! In memory of my dad James A. Dodd, Sr. – I want to personally thank you and let you know that you made everything better in that moment. Your calling to “Be There” is spot on. Aria has a one in a million guy in you! Bling Blinky of TEXAS Shout Out: God Bless You!!"
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My Condolences for your loss.. prayers going up for the Family May God give you comfort during this difficult time ❤️❤️ ❤️
Missing you!!!
To the family, my heartfelt condolences. My heart is heavy right now as well. Praying for your strength and look for guidance in our God
Lord have mercy. We have lost an amazing person in our family.God is good all the time and is in control. Thoughts and prayers are continued for support
I Truly can’t believe that this happened to you!! You will always be the real first love of my life. This has broken my heart in a way that can never be repaired. I look forward to when Jesus comes back so I can see you again. Until then my love Thank you for all you have this world and me. Xoxo
Our deepest condolences to the family! We are all heart broken for your loss.
I’m sorry for the pain you are feeling. Only God can soothe your hearts, I know. I’m praying for your strength and that you will remember that you are loved. Until we meet again…
My deepest condolences to the family, Connie was absolutely a caring person, nothing fake about her, she loved her girls and grandkids unconditionally. We would talk about life and natural health and we also laughed. Just a beautiful sole. She will be truly missed. Look up to the sky she is there smiling.
To the family I am sending my deepest condolences. I pray God gives you comfort and strength. I am praying for you and the family. I love you all ❤️
May The God Of All Comfort Be With Your Family!
I Send my sincere
condolences to your entire family from My family.May my classmate Connie RIH and may God bring you all Peace.Matthew 5:4
My deepest condolences to family and friends. May God’s Grace be upon you.
We pray God will give you strength during your time of bereavement.
To:The Edward and Kirksey Families May
Go comfort you in your
Time of sorrow
Sorry for your loss
Pastor Edwards, Aminah, Femi, Anikka, Malachi and Maddison. Our family sends deepest condolences and prayers on the passing of Connie. May God comfort you during this time. Even so, Come, Lord Jesus! I can’t wait to see my friend again!
So sorry for loss please accept our condolences Pastor Smith.
Sis.Connie will be dearly missed. My deepest condolences goes out to the family. Pastor Edwards I am keeping you and your family in my prayers.I feel your pain.God will bring you through it all one day at a time.
Praying for your entire family and may God strengthen everyone. Connie was always a lot of fun and kept us laughing. Pastor and Mrs. McConico
Sharing in your sorrow with love and friendship.
Words fall short of expressing our sorrow for your loss. May your memories give you peace and comfort at this most difficult time. Praying for the family.
Pastor Ennis and Rita Johnson
Willie and I are so sad to hear of your loss. We can’t imagine your pain. Just know that we will miss her aswell. Our prayers and best wishes goes out to you and your family continuously.
You have our sincerest sympathies
Ellareen& Willie Moore, Members of the Coushatta Frist S.D.A. church, Coushatta Louisiana
Sending our LOVE!
My deepest sympathy for the loss of a friend. Blessings and prayers to the family and loved ones.
To My Family, we are sending our sincere condolences in your time of sadness. The passing of a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. But her goodness, caring and wisdom live on like a legacy of love that will always be with you. May that love surround you now and bring you peace. Please know that we love you and are continuously lifting you all in prayer.
May God comfort you all at this time. Im praying for you all
It seems like yesterday when we were young teenagers. Cynthia, Anthony, you and I would sit on the curve in front your house until the street light come on and we all would talk about our future. Well after we hear about the gossip at school from you. Connie, you would always have that laugh that no one could interpret. We all grew up and left with families of our own. Those are some of the great childhood memories I cherish today. We were a closed group on Gulf Field Dr. We all have left the neighborhood but when I go to my mother house. I always look at the light pole in front of your mother house where we all hung out until Mrs. Cook call for Cynthia. Those days will never be forgotten and that laugh which gave the silent street life. While you are flying high continue share the laugh and smile. You will be missed deeply. I know your wings will take you to a place of joy.
To the Edwards Family: The students, faculty and Board Members of Bethel Adventist Church School in Texarkana, TX send our condolences to Pastor Edwards and family. You are continually in our Prayers.
I miss her so much. Connie was the sister I never had. She cared about me and Prayed for me. We shared so much
I loved her so much but I can’t wait to see her again what a Glorious day it will be Thankyou Jesus for sharing her with me. I’m truly Blessed. In Jesus Christ Name. Love you Connie
Dear Pastor Edwards and family. May God surround each of you with comfort and peace as you remember your precious Connie. Love and Prayers, Pastors Allen and Jackie Mitchell
Even through, we buried our mother in August of this year, we still don’t know the pain, loss, and hurt your family feels. There’s not words we can express that can change your loss. Only the words of God and the prays in your behalf will heal as times pass. We along love her spirit and laughter she had. We were always greeted with those things when we saw her. Our hearts are still in disbelief that she has took her rest in Jesus. Rest in peace my sister and will see you on that great getting morning. Love always.
Jonah and Electra Thomas
Cedar Grove SDA Church, Shreveport,LA