We do not lose those we love. They die, but the love we shared can never be destroyed or lost. Our loved ones are still and always will be a part of us.
Buddy - even when you were going thru those difficult teenager years, I may not have liked what you were doing but I always told you I loved you and you were always my baby boy. I just wanted you to be happy in life and you finally found that happiness with Kim and the girls. Tony, we will never lose your love.
A letter from Heaven / Debi (Mom)
I found this and would like to think it was sent from Tony.............
A Letter From Heaven
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say. But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there are no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through. God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you. It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man." God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years. Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. If I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is through. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; But together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too; That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain; Then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." . And when it's time for you to go....from that body to be free. Remember you're not going And now I am contented....that my life was worthwhile. Knowing as I passed along my way I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low; Just lend a hand to pick them up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street and you've got Me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.....you're coming here to Me.
Missing you / Mom &. Dad Tony, we struggle every day with the fact that you won't be stopping by just to say "hi". We miss you so much, and words cannot express the numbness we feel. Tears flow freely every day and maybe we just feel sorry for ourselves. But it feels like a piece of our hearts died with you.
Other people's lives have went back to normal but ours will never again be the same. We look around and everything reminds us of you. From the moment you were born, our lives revolved around you, you were the sparkle in our eye and the love of our life.
We never did anything or made a decision without considering you first. I always told you "Life isn't fair" but I never thought something like this would touch our lives and that you would be taken away from us.
Bud - give us strength and guide us as we continue towards the day when we can be together and I can give you a big hug and kiss!
Loving you and missing you even more, Mom
A Loving Tribute Poem to Tony / Carrie Lowe (Family friend ) He was only 3 yrs old when I met him for the first time that day. His mom told him "she's going to be Gary's wife" but all he could say was "move" as he shoved me out of his way.
I saw him again on my wedding day as he was riding on his uncle Floyd's wheel chair. He was all dressed up in fancy clothes but what I remember most was his beautiful long blond hair.
I was blessed with seeing him through the years but it was always at a sad time in his life, And then one day Gary and I got a call - Tony wanted us to be there when he asked Kimmie to be his wife. We all hugged and laughed and cried when he went down on his knee and he took Kimmie's hand in his as he popped the question and she said "yes". I was there the day they got married and she looked stunning in her grandmothers dress. As I hugged him on that day, he said "I love her so much and I have been so blessed".
Several months later their first daughter was born. Her name is Madyson Paige but I call her Miss Maddy P. And she is the spitting image of her loving father whom she always calls Daddy. And now the newest addition is little Miss Macyn Belle and when they both grow up, they will be known as the 2 female versions of Tony and raise a lot of hell!
He was such a special gift to his loving mom and dad, that it crushes my heart to see them hurting and to look so sad.
But Tony wouldn't want it that way - us crying and in a sad mood, He would be saying - "Go drink some beers and have a good time, I will be seeing you all again soon, Dude!"
With all my love, Carrie
believing/ Patti tony, kimmy is hurting so much. She truly misses you. Even though kimmy has family and friends here that love her and want to help, it's not enough. There is a part she gave to you that was unique to you. I realized this after kimmy and I talked. She said she lost the person she could tell all her secrets/intimate feelings to.The things only you knew. Not having that has left a huge void. I see that hurt and I know I can't take it away. She wants to believe that Mady can see you and that you are here. I believe you are. Please continue to come thru Mady and in time I know she will "feel" you. She needs your help down this road she and the girls must now travel. I love you.
My heart has a void today that will never be replaced, as I am sure as yours… / Sandy Sevy (Aunt)
Tony touched so many of our lives. I can’t imagine living my life without my nephew. His energy, kindness, laughter, free spirited attitude and how he changed to a family man and a great father, is what I’ll miss the most.
Everyone who met him loved him. He would give you the shirt off his back and whenever my nephew entered a room "I smiled" for the man and father he became.
My nephew and I shared a bond that no words can ever express. I loved my nephew so much! We were identical and understood each other. He didn’t think twice about telling you what he thought and definitely didn’t learn that language from his father and mother, what can I say?? Tony and I were made from the same mold, we were related and idolized each other.
I feel cheated that my nephew’s life was short, as I’m sure you do. My life today will NEVER be the same, for my nephew, the man I treated like my son, will no longer hug me and tell me he loves me and it’s ok.
I can’t imagine the pain and sorrow Kim, Bill and Debi must be bearing, no words can express my sorrow, pain and disbelief. I wish this was a bad nightmare and we’d all wake up. If I could take his place, I would in a minute.
Tony lived a short but full filling life. He loved his wife Kim, who he loved so much! He told me that he never thought he would find someone who’d love and care for him like Kim did and he couldn’t believe that he found Kim. He was amazed at how his life changed and expressed how he loved being married, especially with children.
He loved his daughters Madyson and Macyn with all his heart and soul. He always bragged about them! He loved being a father, crawling on the ground and playing with his daughters.
Tony loved and worshipped his parents, Bill and Debi. He had a very special bond and a loving relationship with them that others envied and will never experience. He honored and loved his grandparents and there was nothing like spending time, especially video games or arm wrestling, with his Uncle Jeff and cousins, Chris and Mike.
Tony valued his family and friends. He wouldn’t have it any other way. If Tony were here today, I know he would say that there is nothing that anyone can say or do that would change the outcome of his life. So mourn his death today and then live your life to the fullest with laughter and good times, as he did.
Honor his memory and life by loving and protecting his precious girls – Kim, Madyson and Macyn. His love and memory will live on forever in our hearts and through his daughters. TONY MAY BE GONE, BUT HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN IN OUR HEARTS!
Love, Aunt Sandy
Everything happens for a reason / Mom NOT! I can remember you and your dad disagreeing with me, when things would happen and I would tell you "Things happen for a reason and good things can come out of bad situations". I used to honestly think I believed that -but not anymore....!
I long to be able to put my arms around you, comfort you, give you a kiss, tell you I love you and to make it all better.
I cannot find, nor can anyone help me understand the reason behind your death! Last night going through some of old paperwork looking for things to update the website I came across a paper you had written in 4th grade. A question asked - "What are you afraid of?" Your answer was - "Dying". I wonder - did you know back then what your fate was?
Yesterday in the dr's office while reading a magazine I found the following quote by Suze Orman - "Everything that happens to us is an opportunity to learn"
I want to shout at the world "Tell your loved ones you love them each and everyday and hug them every chance you get, because as everyone can learn from our loss that there is no guarantee that this goodbye won't be your last!"
Loving you, Mom
In full bloom / Lillian Corriveau (Family friend ) Someone told me the following saying when my husband passed away many years ago and it brought comfort to my soul -
"If God were walking thru a field of wildflowers, he would not pick the wilted ones. He would only pick the ones in Full Bloom"
innocence of a child / Patti (mother-in-law) there is still so much pain that it took the innocence of a child to make me realize you are with us. Mady can see and talk to you. she holds your hand when we go for a walk. It brings me comfort to know you are there watching over kim and the girls. I miss you.
"You don't see with your eyes" / Tammie Hopper (Friend)
"I wanted to share with you what a neurologist told us. You don't see with your eyes, you see with your brain. So close you eyes and look at the loved one you lost or anyone you miss. They will be there all the time. That was such a comfort to me. It was told to me at Church on Mother's day. I hope you have a blessed day. You all are constantly in my prayers and thoughts. "
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