I love you and miss you Stephen, and so do all your siblings. Looking forward to seeing you in Heaven with Jesus, Love always, Mom

Remembering You
Your time on earth seemed all too brief
Because I wanted you in my life forever.
And although i really miss you,
In my heart I know that you are at peace.
Still, countless times throughout the day
I find myself remembering you.
Although I cannot see or hear you,
I know that you are with me.
I'll feel you in the warmth of the summer sun.
I'll see you in the brilliance of autumn leaves.
You'll be beside me in the peacefulness of a gentle
snowfall
And rejoice with me at the emergence
of the first flowers of spring.
I'm thankful for the times we've shared
And the priceless memories too,
for those memories are a comfort now when I
lovingly-
Remember You.
Mommy Loves You & Misses You!

I still am in awe of your brave struggle to survive during the two and a half years of your illness. You were a joy to me for our seven years together and I miss you every day as does your dog Cleo and cat BeeBee. May you rest in peace with your father, mother and sister in heaven.Love - Catherine

A more loving husband, father, grandfather and a devoted christian has ever been known. My grandfather was stricken with ALS (Lou Gerig's disease). It paralyzed him and left him bed ridden but through it all I never once heard a curse or even a complaint. I watched as this former coal miner crawled on hands and knees just to enter the church. Through all the pain and agoney he never lost his smile or faith. Popaw was a man that touched not only hearts but lives in ways that will never be forgotten. the peace and joy in his life still lives on through his memory and never ending love. We love you and miss you.

A loving wife, mother, and grandmother she never gave up. Granny was as strong willed and stubborn as they come. She fought back from heart attacks, stroke, and near death. We thought she would always be here. She was the rock we all leaned on and she taught us to lean on Christ. Through the love of Christ and the love Granny gave our hearts will always be full. We love you and miss you.

My darling

Love you always

Mommy and Daddy
xxxx

Priscilla Means was born in East Liverpool, OH, the daughter of Anna Mae Wiles She was a 1953 graduate of Wellsville High School, Wellsville, Ohio. and was member of the Friendship Community Church. She is survived by her husband of 45 years. Floyd Henry Means; two daughters, Mrs. Edward (Michelle) Snook and Mrs. Geno (Kellie) Wilhelm of Canton; two Michael and Floyd Allan Means of Canton; 18 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. I went to the services today (6/12/99, It was a very nice service. 2 of her grandchildren read poems. 1 of her sons read a poem also. I was a very emotional day for everyone there. I shall miss my dear aunt everyday. I hope she is happy being with her Father. God Bless you Auntie. Dan Means Salem, OH

Loving husband, father, papa. you are missed very much. 'til we all meet with you in heaven. From your loving family.

To my friend Scottie, 19 years old, who died in an auto accident:

vistas never seen are yours
galaxies once dreamed now traveled
heroes once read now realized
confusion once felt now clarified

did you ask for this,
ask once too often,
so often it was realized
and realized so horribly
as you raged against the machine

Goodbye, my friend,

J.

Still the most perfect person I ever met- Husband, Dad, Scout, Coach, Friend - Do you now realise how many lives you touched? We all love and miss you so very much, stay close and watch over us, let your kids feel your touch and I can't wait till I too step out of time and get to be with you again! Ann Dale Reeve Kelley Devan

Wife of dearly departed Robert Don Meek (12/5/96), mother of Robert Don Meek, Jr. (rmeek@sccoast.net) and Laura Lee Meek Dean (tonla@webtv.net). No more pain. No more suffering. In the hands of Jesus, with the Heavenly Father, and with father, forevermore. "I'm Free" Don't grieve for me , for now I'm free I'm following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard him call; I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way; I found that place at the close of day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared a laugh, a kiss; Ah yes, these things, I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full, I savored much; Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch. Perhaps my time seems all to brief; Don't lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, He set me free. God saw she was getting tired, and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around her and whispered "Come with me." With tearful eyes we watched her suffer and saw her fade away. Although we loved her dearly, We could not make her stay. A golden heart stopped beating, Hardworking hands to rest; God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best. "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's 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 o'er. 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 now I am contented....that my life was worthwhile. Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low; Just lend a hand to pick him 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. And when it's time for you to go....from that body to be free. Remember you're not going.....you're coming here to Me.

Lieve Stefan,

Na 20 weken zwangerschap klopt je hartje niet meer en is de bevalling opgewekt. Na 8,5 uur kwam je ter wereld.
Een perfect jongetje maar je bent maar 10 centimeter lang en maar 100 gram zwaar.

Die nacht in het ziekenhuis kwam je in een droom je naam vertellen: Stefan.
Ik weet dat het goed met je gaat en dat het de bedoeling was dat je niet levend bij ons geboren zou worden.

Lange tijd heb ik getreurd, nu heb ik er vrede mee.
Ik heb het een plekje gegeven.

Ik zal je nooit vergeten!

Liefs,
Je Mamma

We miss your smile and laughter, we miss your crazy sense of humor,we miss the friend that you were,but most of all,we miss you

your friend forever,
Randy Carter (Ranco)

And where light is he enters unafraid

Dear Dennis,

Someday we will all be together again.
The loss of your presence has left a void in our lives that will never be filled.
Though you were taken from us so soon, you will never be forgotten.
Memories of you will be in our hearts and our minds for the rest of our lives.

We are all sadly missing you,
Your Family and Friends

I simple dont believe you passed by...why this bad joke ?
I will always miss you - Liz ( Brasil )

Dennis,
devo dizer que ainda nao aceito a noticia que recebi, Voce partir assim de forma tao repentina, por que Denn ??? BECAAAAUSE como voce costumava dizer...ainda posso ouvir sua voz. Sabe Denn, apesar de nunca termos nos visto pessoalmente, essas amizade virtuais se tornam tao reais nao e mesmo ? saiba que voce foi marcante em minha vida, aprendemos muita coisa um com o outro, e creio que um dia nos encontraremos no outro lado da vida, sem barreiras e vamos rir bastante. Que onde voce estiver, que os anjos do Senhor estejam contigo, iluminando seu caminho e te guiando para uma nova e melhor jornada. Beijos meu amigo. Nunca vou te esquecer.
Liz

I simple dont believe you passed by...why this bad joke ?
I will always miss you - Liz ( Brasil )

Dennis,
devo dizer que ainda nao aceito a noticia que recebi, Voce partir assim de forma tao repentina, por que Denn ??? BECAAAAUSE como voce costumava dizer...ainda posso ouvir sua voz. Sabe Denn, apesar de nunca termos nos visto pessoalmente, essas amizade virtuais se tornam tao reais nao e mesmo ? saiba que voce foi marcante em minha vida, aprendemos muita coisa um com o outro, e creio que um dia nos encontraremos no outro lado da vida, sem barreiras e vamos rir bastante. Que onde voce estiver, que os anjos do Senhor estejam contigo, iluminando seu caminho e te guiando para uma nova e melhor jornada. Beijos meu amigo. Nunca vou te esquecer.
Liz

I simple dont believe you passed by...why this bad joke ?
I will always miss you - Liz ( Brasil )

You loved me in life so that I can love you in death and we have the promise of life/love eternal.

I have no beautiful verse to place here, these few muddled words are all that I have. I would like to say goodbye to my dad here, never got the chance to say it in person.
God Bless you dad, goodbye...

Much love
Fiona

I miss you so much
I try to remember all the good times we had growing up together and I know you are at rest now.It breaks my heart that you have gone. Not a day goes by that I don`t think of you. You are forever in my heart.
Love you always from your sister Karen.

Jill,
I was so looking forward to Julie and you growing old together. The bond you had as sisters was so wonderful, and, as we know now,so precious. All gone in one more traffic accident. I've always seen them, in the paper, but it was always other people. It wasn't our mother, our daughter, our sister, our Jill. You know Julie is working so hard taking care of your children, and visiting the icu to see your husband fight his own battle. Her heart is broken,but she is there for you as always. We will miss you,love you, every day.

To my dear parents.My mom Kathy(Kathleen)Lepine,Meisenheimer died of Cancer on July 26 1987.It was to soon mom for you to go but I guess Heaven needed a few more angels.And dad Raymond Meisenheimer s/o Adam Rae and Clara Perry also died of cancer in 1997.it was a tough battle for you dad coping without mom for 10 yrs.We understood your lose & pain,also from losing my sister & your daughter Terry.Mom I hope your giving everyone up there good gardening tips,you were the best & I miss you.Hope your both watching over all of us.With love from your daughter Debbie.

Kelly Meisner
7/2/75 - 2/13/96

BUMP SET SPIKE
And the crowd goes wild.
Meisner does it again -- another kill.
You're doing what you want to do,
Wearing the Red and White,
Volleyball.
All you ever wanted was
To play the game.
In life, it was cruelly taken away from you.
In death, you are cruelly taken away from me.
I know that you don't feel the pain any more,
The pain of standing on the sidelines
Wathcing others play the game you love.
My sister, my pride and joy,
I didn't think you would really go,
It couldn't happen to you,
Yor're so you, beautiful and talented,
You were supposed to live forever,
The only forevers you got are
Forever Young
Forever Loved
Forever Missed.

Kelly Meisner fought a three year battle with synovial sarcoma.
I prayed she would win. I guess she was needed
more in Heaven than here on Earth.

My wonderful mami was diagnosed with stomach cancer the day before her birthday. Her surgeon initially told us that he could cure her because he had found it so early. He did surgery on her and took her entire stomach out on february 4th. One of mami's favorite things to do was to eat out with her family. This joy was taken from her and she never got strong enough to have further treatment. By march we were told she only had two months. By mid april we were told she could die any day now. I quit my job and brought my mom home to live with us. She was with us until her death on May3rd . Thank you mama for allowing me the privilige to take care of you. You led your life the way you left this world, with dignity,integrity and grace. I will try to remember the lessons you taught me.

Beloved William Son to Scott & Teresa dearly departed uopn the day of our Lord Jan 11.1996. His jovial wit and unpresedented workplace humor shall surely be missed by one and all. Services were held the the Silver Hills crematorium with religious services presented by the Pastor Alex Dunlevy.

My Son

It was thirty four years ago
When I first heard his cry
This tiny boy with golden hair
And large brown twinkling eyes

Just thirty four years ago
It was a pleasure to hear his cry
And the child grew to become a man
Only to die! Only to die!

He was the most wonderful son
And so filled my heart with joy
Oh how I miss the man, my son
The child, my baby boy.

Love always and forever...
Mom

In Loving Memory of a Great lady. Mom you have touched many hearts in the almost 63 years of life. You are greatly missed by all your family. There isn't a true day where I'm not thinking of you. You meant a lot to all of us. Love you Mom...from all of us...Frank,Sam Sil, Angelo, Frankie, Vanessa, Michael, Corrado, Nancy, Lisa, Nadia, Santo and dad...take care...Ciao Mama

In Loving Memory of a Great lady. Mom you have touched many hearts in the almost 63 years of life. You are greatly missed by all your family. There isn't a true day where I'm not thinking of you. You meant a lot to all of us. Love you Mom...from all of us...Frank, Sam Sil, Angelo, Frankie, Vanessa, Michael, Corrado, Nancy, Lisa, Nadia, Santo and dad...take care...Ciao Mama

American editor. He spent a lifetime creating so that we may spend a lifetime reading.

In loving memory of Phyllis L. Mendola. Mother and friend who we lost suddenly to cancer. As we were together, My love for you grew with each new day... Now, During this transient separation, My love for you shall never fade. Your Son, John. Why all the pain, Why all the sorrow. Why such a loss, It might be worse tomorrow. Sitting by a fire so warm and toasty, But why do I feel so cold? It hurts so to think of the memories from the good to the bad. But the good things to remember were the good times we had. I never thought this would happen, So impossible to be. That something as bad as cancer, can tear us apart you see. But you've got to be strong and just hold on to the memories stored inside. And try to get rid of the things that make you cry. Why all the pain, Why all the sorrow. Think on the bright side, She's in a much better place where nothing can hurt her. And you'll feel better tomorrow. Written by: Nikki Pampoukidis for the family of Phyllis Mendola.

In loving memory of Vincenzo Mendola. It has now been ten years since you passed on to a better world. In this time my love for you has remained ever strong, and my respect for you continues to grow. You are truly missed and loved. Now that mom has joined you, I find comfort knowing you are together forever. Some day we shall all be reunited, till that time, remember I love you both and take care of each other. Your son, John.

Priest, pastor, help for runaway teens, "Candyman", prophet of change, runner, healthy eater, scholar. Died of a heart attack, unexpectedly, suddenly, sadly. Survived by parish of 1700 families who loved him, his immediate family, his fraternity of Franciscan friars.

Choche (George) was a serious and loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and brother and was above all a dedicated husband to wife dominga whom he is reunited with now. In the short 87 years he was in this mortal world he touched many lives and for ever changed them without the knowledge of those affected. I say a short time because the total time he walked among us is like comparing it of one star in the universe, his eternal future will be like the universe itself. We all have memories of Choche, some good and others we wish we could have done differently, if we could only change time. Eloy and Leroy are greatly affected by his departure from this world...it is not unusual to lose a parent or grandparent singularly, but when you lose both at the same time within the same person, it is something that many cannot understand, however. There are many of you here today that have experienced that already or will in the future, for this journey must be made by all of us here today, when we are summoned. Choche was a proud person and very independent, it was difficult for him to accept change that would restrict his ability to do for himself, up until the very end and that is what made him such a bright beacon to follow when you were finding yourself a little lost. He was an example of responsibility to many of his children, grandchildren, and nephews unknowingly to him. George has worked hard all of his life beginning in his early childhood days taking on the responsibility of a family provider due to the loss of his father early in his life. He was always there for those who needed his help regardless of what form it came in .......but none more evident for those grandchildren which he raised and provided a basic education for....... as well as a nourishing family unit. George/Choche will be missed by all until we see him again when our day comes.

Victor Mendoza was a freshman student in my Career Prep class. This young man had come from a life full of trials, heartache, and displacement. In the last few weeks at school, however, he seemed to have made a "turnaround" - noticeable to more than myself. He smiled, he was happy, and he had hope. Saturday afternoon Victor was killed while riding in a car that ran a stop sign and into the path of an oncoming semi. Snuffed out. In a second. Victor, I will never forget your infectious smile....your wonderful new participation in my class in the last few weeks, or your aspiriations to play football - both high school and beyond. You would have been SOMEBODY. I know it. I loved you Victor...as a mom, as a big sister...as a friend. Your teacher, Tania Kidd

Mom it has been twenty long years since you have been gone.So much has change in that time. Have found all of your lost children .You were taken away when I was so very young.Mom you would be so proud of me now.You showed me how to be the best person I could be With all my love, Your daughter Robin And grandchildren Dana,Star,Ronald,James,Amanda,& Jack

Dear Uncle, born in Lombas, Porto Santo, Portugal. Buried in Holy Sepulchre cemetery, Hayward, CA. May he rest in peace.

Dear Aunt, born in Porto Santo, Portugal. Daughter of Maria and Manuel Drummond Sr. Buried in Holy Sepulchre cemetery, Hayward, CA. May she rest in peace.

Dear Uncle, born in Lombas, Porto Santo, Portugal, son of Julio Coelho de Meneses and Georgina Isabel. Buried in Holy Sepulchred cemetery, Hayward, CA. May he rest in peace.

Dear Uncle, and Godfather, born in Lombas, Porto Santo, Portugal, son of Julio Coelho de Meneses and Georgina Isabel. Buried at St. Mary's cemetery Oakland, CA. May he rest in peace.

I was always your "little girl" daddy and you always took care of me. I only had to look at you in my special little way and your heart would melt. It's been so long since you've held me in your loving arms but it still seems like yesterday. When you were taken, a part of my soul was taken too. I never had the chance to tell you how much I loved you and for that I am angry. My memories of you are very special and you were the best father a little girl could hope for! I know that you are still taking care of me and watching over me from above. I wanted to finally say "goodbye, daddy" and "I love you very much!" Until we meet again in Heaven....Your daughter, Jennifer

Loving son of James and Isabella (Bella) (Drummond) Meneze.
Buried in Holy Sepulchre cemetery, Hayward, CA.
May he rest in peace.

Even though we hadn't seen eachother in a while, I still thought of you, when thinking of the good times in the summers years ago. Your death was sudden and accidental. We didn't have the chance to see you one more time, or say goodbye. You left behind a wonderful, almost grown-up daughter, who reminds us all of you in her actions. She is well-loved, and taken care of by her dad and step-mom, aunts and uncles, and cousins. You went through some rough times, and finally seemed happy. You are missed, and always remembered.

Even though our baby never was born, we loved it very much. I'm sorry to say that the stresses of our life is what brought your life to an end before it had ever begun. I wish you were here with me. You would be 1 month old now. We're sorry. We love you.

Fabiano foi um cara incrível que passou aqui por estas bandas. Bom amigo, divertido, carismático, envolvente, uma pessoa com brilho próprio, bom filho, bom irmão, bom profissional. Pena que tenha sido tão pouco o tempo que ele ficou aqui... Para mim ele ficou congelado no tempo - forever young - e talvez por ninguém ter podido se despedir dele, tenho a impressão que ele está só viajando. Mas, às vezes, a saudade aperta. Essa viagem tá demorando demais... Meu irmãozinho caçula, nunca pensei que você fosse embora antes de mim... Te amo muito! Será que aonde você está, você escuta? GOOOOOOOLLLLLLLL DO BOTAFOGO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! FOGÃO! FOGÃO! FOGÃO! Meu irmão, eu só tenho que agradecer por todas as coisas boas que você me ensinou. Eu sou a mais velha, mas o Professor foi você. Porque, de vida, vc sabia tudo e viveu intensamente todos os momentos. Você é um vencedor! Quem perdeu fomos nós que ficamos aqui. Mas, a gente vai se reconstruindo aos poucos. Te amo! Cuida de vc direitinho... Beijos, Marise.

His untimely departure, from the womb of life, which he was so untimely ripp'd, will leave this vast stage sombre, destitute and, melancoly without the warmth of his character. His avid love for technology was sadly ended, and so suits this memorial. His loveable character and humour shall be sorely missed by all who knew him. Goodbye friend.

This is a memorial to my Aunt and my Dad who died within five weeks of each other at the end of 1969 and the beginning of 1970.
They are both greatly missed by Andrew J Mercer.

Much Loved Sister of Ralph and Aunt of Andrew, tragically died just five weekks after her brother. Greatly missed by her nephew Andrew

In memory of my much loved father who was my best friend. Ralph struggled with a severe depression for several years until taking his own life. For many years I had been very angry at being left on my own, but now I just miss him. Your Loving son Andrew

He was my friend's Father-in-law's friend. He is survived by his wife and 18-year old daughter. He passed away in a car crash in Ontario, Canada.

Dear Brittany,
Thankyou for being our endearing section leader, giving us time, as well as loyalty. It is your encouragement that brought the section through good times and horrendous, while your laughter eased the pain for us all. We will never forget this and the speeches that you professed at practice, may godd bless all you do. There will never be another like yourself in this world, thanks for raising Tayla and I. God's speed be with you.

lead singer of the rock band queen.

My dear Freddie, you have changed my life in so many ways. I have loved you for years and will love you until the day I die and are united with you in heaven. Whenever I needed you, you were always there in spirit to guide me though my hardships. I thank you for everything you have done for me. I realize that you are not here today, but you are alive in memories and in my heart. You are my true soulmate and no person will ever take your place. I love you with all my heart. -Kristy

To the best friend and grandmother I ever had, I love and miss you!!!

I often think of him even though it's been more then 3 years since he passed on. I still can feel how hard it was that day I found out he died. In his town everyone loved him. He was one of the nicest people you could meet. He got along with all the town people. But when he died everyone was shocked about it. Even some people from another part of the state came to his funeral. I miss him so much. Yet I haven't heard a word from him. No one in my family has. He will still go on though and so will I. He would have wanted it to be good for me. So I'm trying to grant him the only thing I can while he's gone. To be happy and to live my life to the fullest.(if you look up rufus feb. 4, 84- apr. 10, 99 it's his dog.)

With love from your Grand-daughter

Happy Birthday Mikie,
You would have been 22 this month.

Its almost been a year since you have left us to be with Jesus. We all miss you beyond words. The hard part is yet to come, learning to live without you. We love you Mikie, Your always in our hearts.
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Fill not your hearts with pain and sorrow, but remember me in every tomorrow. Remember the joy, the laughter, the smiles. I've only gone to rest a little while. Although my leaving causes you pain and grief, my going has eased my burt and given me relief. So dry youe eyes and remember me, not as I am, but as I used to be. Because I will remember you all and look on with a smile. Understand in your hearts, I've only goe to rest a little while. As long as I have the love of each of you, I can life my life in the hearts all of you.

Love Nikki and Family

A page dedicated to Samantha M. Merrill who was tragically killed in a car accident just three days before she was to graduate from High School.

Jean Richardson Merriman beloved wife, mother, and grandmother.

WE LOVE YOU

God looked around His garden,
And He found an empty place.
He then looked out upon this earth,
And saw your tired face.
He put His arm around you and lifted you to rest.
God's garden must be beautiful,
He always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering.
He knew you were in pain.
He knew that you would never
Get well on earth again.
He saw the road was getting rough,
And the hills were hard to climb,
So He closed your weary eyelids
And whispered, "Peace be thine".
It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn't go alone,
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.

author unknown

Natalie,
Each day you are gone I feel the pain of losing you all over. It's been so hard to live life without you. You were always there by my side encouraging me and inspiring me, and I love you so much for that. One day we will be together again to smile, laugh, and share our lives with each other. I look forward to that day.
Love Always,
Kelly

You always lifted me with your smile, and challenged me with your wisdom. You will forever be in my heart

Ron - we miss you and your great big bear hugs. Hope there's a P.J. Clarke's up there and that you're saving a stool for me! Love you!

A great mom and wife,
such a strong woman even through
your battle with cancer.You are
forever in our hearts.

Gerald Joseph, You were born still on July 22, 1997. I miss you very much, and wish that I was given the chance to hear you. At least I was able to hold you. My arms still ache to hold you, and I still have a very empty feeling inside. I know that you're watching over me now. I know that you can hear me when I talk to you. Also, I know that God is taking good care of you in Heaven, and that you have lots of other babies up there with you. I love you! Lots of Love Hugs, & Kisses, Mommy

My grandmother Edith was the grandmother everyone dreams of and then some.... She was a magical, mysterious woman who lived through the death of her first husband, her sweetheart, to cancer, right after the birth of their first child, and right around only their third anniversary.... She lived through the death of her second husband, her best friend with whom she had her second child, my father. They had been married twenty years. And she was brave enough to marry the man i always knew as my grandfather, after already having lost so much, to hold her head high, and carry on. My grandma loved me like her own child when my own mother took sick, when i was quite young. She rocked me, and cuddled with me, and made me feel more secure than anyone. She lived through the depression, she was a dental hygenist in WW2, and then began her writing career. She was published several times, including often in Reader's Digest.

She kept an amazing home, and was an amazing cook. She taught me respect, for others and myself. She also taught me the meaning of unconditional love. Edith was amazing lady, always with the times, sometimes even ahead of them. I never could imagine a world without her, that's how alive and vivrant she was. But everyone has a time limit here, and hers came on November 16, 2000. She fought a noble fight against cancer that ravaged her body. But cancer is cancer, and on that Thursday morning, she closed her eyes and died. The whole family flew into Minneapolis and was gathered at her house to comfort my grandpa. I have never felt a house so empty. She will be missed always and forever. I love you grandma.

We think about you daily, and miss you dearly. Though you are not here in flesh,we know that you are always here in spirit watching over us and guiding us to dothings the way that they should be.Return unto thy rest, O my soul; for the Lord hath dealt bountifullywith thee.For thou hast delivered my soulfrom death, mine eyes from tears, and my feet from falling. PSALM 116:7-8
Tracie, Chase, Family, & Friends

Nick,
It's been 4 years already, I can't believe it.You are missed by eveyone who knew you.I would give anything to see you face one more time or even hear you voice.I love you so much...

Love you sister,
angel

Ron was killed by a drunk driver, whom escaped uninjured, as in most cases. He was a good friend of mine. he left behind a fiancee, many friends, and a large family. All of which cared very deeply for him. He was the kind of guy who was always laughing and joking around. He found humor in things that were in no way funny. He loved kids and had hoped to have a family of his own. He had a love for fixing vehicles even if there was nothing wrong with them, always tore them apart and then put them back together, and they would always run when done, Ron just had a natural talent. The family thought it only appropriate that after the funeral procession had reached cemetery gates that Ron should go for his "last ride" the way he would've liked. So we all stopped and watched as they removed the casket from the hurse, placing it in the back of his cousins lifted Chevy truck with very loud exhaust, something else Ron loved. Then he was taken to where he would be buried with the paul bearers in the back of the truck and Ron there too. As the truck approached the grave, Ron's final resting spot, you heard a very loud rumble as his cousin stepped on the gas, something that for anyone who knew Ron, knew that he would have that big grin on his face. Ron is greatly missed and because of stupid PA laws Ron's "killer" will be out on the streets to do it aain in 3-7 years. Scary, isn't it? I have decided to not let Ron's death be in vain, I for one will never step behind the wheel of any vehicle after I've been drinking, nor will anyone close to me. If it means me slashing their tires, then so be it. Ron may be gone but he will live forever in our minds and hearts! We love you Ron!

14 ans ont passe depuis ton deces,mais tu nous manque toujours.ont pense souvent a toi et continue de veiller sur nous. ta famille qui t'aime. marcel epoux de carole (sylvain et manon) cecile epouse de rejean. (valerie) raymond epoux de diane (mathieu et isabelle) robert epoux de diane (melanie et karine ) michel (martin,martine caroline,kim,sandra) line (genevieve)

In loving memory of the best friend and sister that she always was and always will be to me.. Andrea well known as "Ea" was killed in a train-vehicle collison that occured in Ottawa County on October 26th 1997. She is my guardian angel and also to everyone else that loved her so very much. Ea was always there for me when my father died and when I went through all the bad times and the good times she was a true friend and I considered her and her family part of my own.. I love you Andrea and I miss you so very much I was counting on seeing you this Christmas when I was going to go back up to Ohio from Texas to see you and everyone else.. But God wanted you and took you. I miss you, and I want you back so dearly but I know your always there, you have a very special place in my heart that no one can ever replace.. I thought I would die after hearing of the horrible accident and I lost it seeing the way you were lying so peacefully in your casket. But I survived for you, I want you to know that I am going to accomplish all the goals I have set forth, you know I am made it Ea, I am going to college to be the doctor I always told you I wanted to be,and you know what I thank you for always encouraging me when I had others who discouraged me, and you and I know what I am talking about and Ea I love you so much,,I just wish it had not occured in such a drastic and shocking way..I wish I could have seen you before your precious little body could not stand the fight any longer, I wanted to be there. But I was too late,and I got there in enough time to see you be put away forever, but as for me your always here. And when the lights flicker I will know its you..Andrea was a resident of North Baltimore, Ohio. Where she was attending her Senior Year at North Baltimore High School.. Andrea loved to be different and hated it when people started copying off of her. She loved the color pink and anything black, she loved cats and unicorns, and hair.. She worked at the Petro Pizza Hut in North Baltimore,and the now and then group which consists of Lilly Yaws (me), Heather Tidd, Amanda Rush, Cora Bowen,and of Course Andrea Mettler will always be together and death will not do us part..But only bring us all closer together for we all grew up together and fought for each other and we all stuck be each others side..Ea your gone but all our love for you is not.. I stay up late at night and remember all the times we shared together,and how precious those moments will always be..*~*Andrea Deann Mettler*~*..The different, the loved, the caring, the young.. Only few of the hundreds of words that I can so often use to describe you Ea.. I hope to see you agian when I see the light and the golden gate of Heaven and see you there to welcome me home with you.. Love you always, Best Friends and sisters at heart, Lilly Mae Yaws

Andrea ~ It's been 10 years since you've been gone. I often wonder what you would be doing today if you were still here. I miss your smile, your laugh, our good times together. The day you died, the world went dim. You were always a light in my life and I will always treasure the time we had together. I went to your graduation, even though you weren't there. I've sat in the stones along those tracks and tried to find a reason for your passing. I know you are there when the lights go out along the highway. I will see you on the other side. I listened to Foreigner's "I Want To Know What Love Is" and Nirvana's "Heart-Shaped Box" the other day and I feel a bit melancholy. You are an aunt now. John and Emily had a baby. If I ever have a little girl, you will be her namesake. I miss you terribly even still. Love you girl.
Your Cousin,
Angie

This is for my cousin Andrea Deann Mettler. She had a set of unseen wings, and was a true Angel on Earth. She was a very unique person, she stood out to BE DIFFERENT from everyone else around her. And did it on purpose. She was a rebel, and never followed anyone else's trends, she created her own. Her favorite color was black. She got that from me. She loved doing people's hair and make-up. She was fond of peach roses. She had one of the most orneries laughs anyone could ever hear, so there was no way she could hide that she was getting into mischief. I have alot of fond memories of her. Us hanging out at the N. Baltimore truckstop, smoking cigarettes on her front porch, walking around up town all the time, and especially the "Good Ol Summertime Days" held in N. Baltimore every year in July. She would come and see me at my apartment when I lived in Ottawa. Her and her brother John were always doing stuff to make other people laugh. Her brother was a comic. Not everything in Andrea's life was happy. In 1997, I called Andrea to wish her a happy birthday on the 14th of October, and Andrea had said something about coming to see me on my birthday, which is on the 25th of October, but I didn't hear from her on the day of my birthday. The next day on the 26th, she was on her way to see my dad, her Uncle Blu. I feel she might have been going over there to ask him where I lived in Lima, and to go with her to find me. My grandparents live next door, and they saw her knockin on my dad's door. He wasn't home. She got back into the van, and drove down the road towards Ottawa, and was hit by a train. This happened at around 5 P.M. I didn't hear about it until almost 10 P.M. that night. She lived on life support for 5 days, and died October 31st. The ministers and myself went in to pray. After we prayed, and I had a one on one with her myself to intercess in prayer for her to the Lord. After the intercessory prayer for her, I remember seeing her cry a tear, it fell down her cheek, and I knew she saw Jesus, and he was waiting for her to come home to Him on the other side. I wasn't there the day she went to be home with Jesus, there in Heaven...she will cry no more tears, or feel anymore pain, she finally has the peace she didn't have in her life, and has always deserved. Andrea treasured her friends, and those she held close to her, no one can take away the precious times or memories we all have of her, where she is...she is shining with wings standing next to my Grandma Ginger. It's where she wanted to be. You are dearly missed Andrea... your closest friends and family can't wait to see your precious face again. These were the last words she said to me a couple of months before she went Home to be with the Lord, it was our last "Good Ol Summertime Days" we shared together... she told me..."I got your back" and "I love you" She still has my back, and is a guardian Angel over me and my husband Douglas. I thank God for the precious times He let us all have with "EA" We love you and miss you girl.

I'll never forget the day we cried. Love, Your sisters Valerie and Sharon

We miss you all...

Hi Mom,
I miss you more than anyone can possibly imagine. I will continue trying to get to you....one day, I'll have enough money to get to Deer Park, NY, to see Mr. Anderson. Only then will I be able to let you go. Oh, just to hear you say, "Hi, Doodlebug!" one more time.....Life is so hard without you...I need your advice about my boys ! How in the world were you ever able to raise SIX kids ?!?! It's hard for me and I only have two ! There are times I want to be with so bad, that it crosses my mind to hurry my own death. I know you will be there when I cross over, and I can't wait for that day. I only wish it would come soon. Daddy misses you so much, too, I think he will probably die of a broken heart. I love you.
Love, your Angelpie

Lieve Papa

De ochtend gloort het is voorbij
het leven is geweest, maar ik ben blij
blij dat je nu bent waar je bent

Toch was het zwaar wat je altijd tilde
de zorg, de liefde die je de laatste tijd gaf
je neemt het mee het was geen kaf

Het leven is geweest, maar je bent er bij
diep in mijn hart leef je voort
ik ben niet verdrietig, ik ben blij
dat je er bent zoals je was,

Trots als een rots maar niet van staal
zelfs je hart was wel eens schraal
je gaf wat je had voor een ieder
daarom geen pracht geen praal
maar pure liefde hard als staal

Je was sterk maar ook week
week in het hart maar toch zo stram
je wilde het niet halen, je eigen gram

En als je al geheime dromen had
anders dan dat je een toegewijd vader en een liefhebbende echtgenote wilde zijn
dan was niemand daarvan op de hoogte

En als je al gekweld werd door hevige spijt, angsten of persoonlijke twijfels
heb jij die nooit geuit

Je vulde je leven met recht en plicht
voor mij een voorbeeld een helder licht
het licht is uit maar het schijnsel gloeit
als een vuurtoren die mij leidt

Je was een man die troonde
maar zijn inborst en gevoel moeilijk toonde
maar voor die geen die hem kende een kerel uit een stuk
je ging er voor ,voor het geluk
je deed het en je won

Je zei ,je zweeg, je vertelde maar toch
je liefde voor mam en voor ons
overwon de bittere vrucht van het leven

Je bent nu weg maar niet voor mij
je leeft voort in mij zoals je was
voor mij ben je niet zo als je was
je bent er zoals je bent

De dood zet geen punt achter je leven
doch slechts een komma,
omdat je voortleeft in al hetgeen je kinderen en kleinkinderen zijn geworden

Je leeft voort als was je hier
en dat zal ook zo blijven

Rust zacht lieve papa, je zoon Berend

In Loving Memory of Our Father ... a Friend and Mentor.