"Delegate Benson, My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Please know that the G. James Gholson Middle School family have you in our prayers. Please do not hesitate to ask if there is anything we can do to assist you. With much love and sympathy, Charlotte Underwood, Parent Liaison G. James Gholson Middle School Landover, MD 20785"

-  Charlotte Underwood
Landover, MD

"Delegate Benson: Words cannot adequately express my deepest sympathy and condolences on the recent passing of your mother, Marybell Claybon. I do know how painful it is to lose a parent. I pray that your pain will subside in time and will be replaced by the love and warmth of your mother’s memory. I hope that the thoughts and prayers of family and friends are of some consolation to you in your time of sorrow and that you find comfort and support in their love and protection. May you continue to hold on to the memories and to each other, keep God close and know my sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Respectfully, Sam"

-  Samuel Parker
Upper Marlboro, MD

"I just wanted to express my condolences to the family. May God Bless and comfort you during this time of your loss and His gain. "

-  Corporal Steen
Landover, Maryland

"Delegate Benson,My condolences are with you and your family for the home going of your mom.GOD bless you for being a wonderful daughter."

-  Mary Samuelson
Landover, Maryland

"We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of May Bell Claybon , particularly our friend and colleague Del. Joanne Benson. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May the Lord hold you in his hands and comfort your spirit during your time of need."

-  Louis & Robin Oertly
Chesapeake Beach, Maryland

"Delegate Benson and Family, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. "

-  Bro. Charles and Rev. Blanche Luckett Simmons
Landover, Maryland

"Our hearts and prayers go out to you Delegate Benson and your family, during this time. But rest assured that God takes care of his own and your Mother is resting is HIS arms. When you rely upon God all things are possible...you may weep for a moment, but know that Joy always comes in the morning. See comfort in the words of Psalm 132. I will lift up my eyes to the hills, my help cometh from the Lord... May God continue to bless and keep you. Johnnie, Christine and Chane' Saxton"

-  Honorable Johnnie R. Saxton
Fairmount Heights, Maryland

"In the loss of your mother May her memory comfort you, so that she lives always in your Heart. We share your loss. Bernie and Peggy Jones"

-  Bernie Jones
Westminster,, Maryland

"John, My heart is heavy for you and your family. I am deeply sorry for your familys loss. May the Lord Jesus Christ guide, protect and confort the Claybon Family during this difficult time. With Much Sampathy Your Friend WED"

-  William E DeVane
Columbia, Maryland

"To the Claybon family: My deepest condolences to you and your family. May God bless you all. I have known your mother for a very long time and love her dearly. I remember her favorite song was Amazing Grace. I can't be there in person but I am there in spirit."

-  Mary Fisher Mash
Hagerstown, MD

"To Betty and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss. Hoping that wonderful memories of your mother and the comfort of friends and family with help you through. With love and sympathy, Micaela & Gary"

-  Micaela and Gary Jacobs
Essex, MD

"There are no words to express how hard it is when death comes unexpectedly and we don't have the chance to say good-bye to those we love. May the memories of your mother keep her close in your heart forever. Your family will be in my prayers."

-  Charlotte Brown
Westminster, Maryland

"Dear Claybon family, please accept my heartfelt and deepest sympathy in the passing of Mrs. Claybon. I know the bond of your family and that you are indeed regretful, but also rejoicing that she is entering through the heavenly gates to be with her Lord. I know that Rev Claybon is rejoicing to be with Maybell again, too. May God rest her soul and peace be with you."

-  Christella Keyes
Woodstock, MD

"To The Claybon Family, I'm so very sorry to hear about the loss of Miss Mary. I haven't been back to Hagerstown in a while, but as a child I remember Miss Mary as being a strong, faithful and GOD fearing woman. I am Alfred and Etheleen Jones so. My prayers go out to you all and remember that GOD does no wrong and please rest assure that Miss Mary is in a much better place and at peace. GOD Bless you all. Alfred Jr."

-  Alfred Jones, Jr.
San Diego, California

"So sorry for your lost. So glad your mother came to Buckingham (2) years ago and I had the pleasure in seeing her. She has always been a wonderful person. Now she is resting with our Heavenly Father. You'll will remain in our prayers. WE MISS YOU GUYS......... THE SPENCER FAMILY Your Truly, LaChelle (Sammy Spencer's daughter) "

-  LaChelle Spencer
Buckingham, VA

"All my dear cousins, I feel your family's grief, I cherish the memories and I'm so happy that I got to visit & "sit a spell" with my Great, Great Aunt in one my favorite spots on this earth -the picnic table in Aunt Suzie's backyard 2008. My Hagerstown family has gifted my life with such fond memories of warmth, happiness, and love. God Bless, keep and give you stregnth. God bless all those who have physically departed us and God bless those who carry our past forward to our future generations. Luv Ya! Always- Cuz Janine Austin-Torres Robert & Jean Austin's #6 child "

-  Janine Torres
Winston-Salem, North Carolina

"All my dear cousins, I feel your family's grief, I cherish the memories and I'm so happy that I got to visit & "sit a spell" with my Great, Great Aunt in one my favorite spots on this earth -the picnic table in Aunt Suzie's backyard 2008. My Hagerstown family has gifted my life with such fond memories of warmth, happiness, and love. God Bless, keep and give you stregnth. God bless all those who have physically departed us and God bless those who carry our past forward to our future generations. Luv Ya! Always- Cuz Janine ..... Robert & Jean Austin's #6 child "

-  Janine Austin-Torres
Winston-Salem, North Carolina

"Delegate Benson: May God's Peace Surround You and Your Family."

-  Diane McGlone
Palmer Park, Maryland

"To the members of the Claybon Family- I had the pleasure of meeting your mother several years ago, and have enjoyed the many stories over the years that Betty Jane Lee has shared with me. What an inspirational woman and role model for all of us! May I extend my sincere condolences, but remember HIS promise to us during this time of grief."

-  Debbie Phillips
Middle River, Maryland

"March 5, 2010 To: The Family of the Late Mrs. Mary Bell Claybon: From: The Martin Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church 1881 Clara Street Clinton Township, Michigan 586.465-8005 On behave of the officers, members, and friends of Martin Chapel, it is our pray that each of you are comforted in knowing that Mrs. Mary Bell Claybon lived life well, knew the Lord, and expressed her love for His people. Mrs. Rosa Garland, the niece of Mrs. Claybon, as well as Mrs. Garland’s children, speaks very highly of their aunt and the exemplary character as a woman of God. Martin Chapel has and will remain to lift your family in prayer, for we stand on God’s Word as it is written: Romans 14: 8—For if we live, we live to the Lord; and if we die, we die to the Lord. Therefore, whether we live or die, we are the Lord’s. May God continue to keep you in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on Him, Pastor Grace K Traylor and The Martin Chapel A. M. E. Zion Church Family "

-  Martin Chapel A M E Zion Church
Clinton Twp, Michigan

"Betty Lee and Family: Please accept my sincere sympathy and condolences at the passing of your dear mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. I trust you find comfort in the many good memories you have of her and knowing she is enjoying her well deserved rest in His holy place."

-  Noel E. McCall, M.D.
Jarrettsville, Maryland

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-  Rosalin Cook & Mwamba
Hagerstown, Maryland

"To The Family of Mary Claybon Have faith that you are strong and that you will get through this rough time.Wishing you peace and comfort. May the MOST HIGH continue to bless you. With our deepest Sympathy."

-  Rosalin Cook & Mwamba
Hagerstown, Maryland

"Mrs. Latney you and your family (Angie, Kimberly, and Trina) will always be my Family. I am truly sadden by your lost! I too loved Nana and considered her to be my Grandmother. I know she is in a better place now, she lived her life to the fullest, I can still hear her calling my name. She always bought a smile to my face, just know that at time like this, just lean on God and He will provide. I love you! "Tony" Tyres Bernard Jones, Sr."

-  Tyres Bernard Jones, Sr.
Baltimore, Maryland

"Dear Betty Lee and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the death of your dear mother. Losing a parent is so difficult. May God bless and keep you and yours during this mournful time. Love and Prayers Trudy Cafferty Larichiuta and Family"

-  Trudy Cafferty Larichiuta
Fallston, Md

"To my cousins, Condolences to you, during the loss of your mother(My Aunt). Aunt May will truly be missed. I can remember helping Aunt May work on serveral houses, driving, etc. Whenever she needed help, she could depend on Ro-Ro. I had the chance to see Aunt May Thanksgiving Weekend '09. I held her hand, and she told me all the good times, we had as an Family. We both shedded some tears that day. I can recall all the Family Reunions in Buckingham, Va at Aunt Susie's yard. Just seeing your smile, and how happy you were to see the family, was definitely priceless. I Love You & Miss You. Your nephew, Roland"

-  Roland Bennett
Fayetteville, NC

"Ms Claybon's faith was in God was unquestionable. I know that she is with him now, pain free and at peace. Take strength from her example and know she has just gone ahead to wait for us. We will all see her one day. My prayers for her entire family and friends."

-  Sheree Sheridan
Hagerstown, Maryland

"To: Delegate Benson May the knowledge that your loved one is with the Lord bring you comfort at this difficult tome. Just remember that you will see her agai. I will keep you in my prayers. Be blessed! Anna "

-  anna holmes
Washington, DC

"To my family...I love you all. Aunt Maybell did so much for others and will be greatly missed. I went to visit her in the fall of 2009. She held my hand, sang and prayed. My wonderful memories will live forever.(She would have me to come over to her house for dinner and would take my hand placing money in it...saying 'take it and get yourself something. I think she did this for all of us.) She is now comforted by being with Grandma, Daddy John and her sisters and brothers. Love, Johnny"

-  Eugene (Johnny Boy)
Marietta, GA