Frederick(Ricky) Soaper was my brother.He was a very kind and thoughtful person that lived life to it's fullest.Life always handed Ricky hard times,from his first breath ,to his last.I know my dear brother is in Heaven with God and the Angels,after life on Earth...where else would he be. Ricky is survived by his mother,Ruby,father,Lynn,3 sisters, Nancy,Pat,and Neva.He also left behind a wife, Carol and 3 daughters,Lori Ann,Amy and Sara Kay.One son Tony and 1 step-son Jamie.Even though he was married twice ,he loved all of his children the same. Ricky had many interests.He enjoyed golfing,swimming and drinking(parting). He also liked fixing model cars.He was also a Nascar fan,his driver was Jeff Gordon.His favorite country singer was Reba. Rick is gone now but will forever live in my heart.I miss you Big Brother.

I never knew it was possible to miss someone this much.
We lost our "sweetheart" this Valentine's Day, He was so special to so many people. He touched many lives, was loved by so many and earned the respect of everyone he came in contact with.
He left behind a wife, 4 children, and 9 grandchildren. All of whose lives will never be the same again.

God saw he was getting tired
And a cure was not to be.
So He put His arms around him
And whispered, "Come with Me."

With tearful eyes we watched him suffer
And saw him fade away
Although we loved him dearly,
We could not make him stay.

A golden heart stopped beating.
Hard working hands to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the Best.

"Pnuts" died peacefully on June 2, 2003 after 33 years of marriage to me. He was one of the most caring, thoughtful men any woman could wish for. Our life was a wonderful mixture of focusing upon each other and sharing great times with friends and family.

While I cannot know what path my life will take from here on out, I do not expect to find another partner who I will love in the same way that I loved and will always love him.

Always,
Suzanne

My grandmother and the only person in my 37 years who always thought everything I did was the best thing I could've done. Truly a lady and friend, Dodo was tired and now can rest. We all love her and miss her being a part of our lives.

In fond memories of Jenny Soep, that mad young woman who was always in a state of personal chaos. We will always remember her for loving to experience life, drawing it and drawing from it.

She was always inspired by the East and her experiences from Taiwan, teaching her that something can be more appreciated in its absence, including all its faults and foibles.

So now she's absent.

Dad, You cannot imagine how much I have missed you. Your laughter, your smile and being able to talk with you. I know that Mom is with you now, and the both of you are watching over me. Dad, you would have been so proud of Mom, these past years. Although she missed you terribly and never got over your death, I know that both of you are together again. Dad, it has been over 20 years since your accident. I've kept my promise to Mom, her ashes are now mingled with yours. I love you and miss you, Jean Louise. Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, and danced the skies on laughter silvered wings. Sunward I've climbed,and joined the tumbling mirth of sun-split clouds, and done a hundred things you have not dreamed of. Wheeled and soared and swung, high in the sunlit silence. Hovering there, I've chased the shouting wind along and flung my eager craft through footless halls of air. Up, Up the long deleirious burning blue I've topped the windswept height with easy grace, where never lark, nor even eagle flew. And while with silent lifting mind, I've trod the high untrespassed sanctity of space, put out my hand and touched the face of God.

Mom, I wish that there could have been many more tomorrows for you. I know that you fought your cancer with grace and a humorous outlook. You will be forever in my heart, you are my hero. You are the wind beneath my wings. It is because of you, I am the person I am today. You taught me so many things in life, about life, and showed me what courage was to face death. Now you are with Daddy, and I know that you are at peace. I will remember what you have taught me, and try to make you proud of me. Till I see you and Daddy again, your loving daughter, Jean Louise. Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, and danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings. Sunward, I've climbed and joined the tumbling mirth of sun-split clouds and done a hundred things you have not dreamed of. Wheeled and soared and swung high in the sunlit silence. Hovering there I've chased the shouting wind along, and flung my eager craft through footless halls of air. Up, Up the long delierious burning blue, I've topped the windswept heights with easy grace, were never lark nor even eagle flew. And while with silent lifting mind I've trod the high untrespassed sanctity of space, put out my hand and touched the face of God.

The modern day Romeo!

There is nothing so fine for me as on a warm summer nightto sit on the steps below the chipmunk crossing,sip a beer and watch the fireflys.

Mom,you left us too soon,but now you are no longer in constant pain.Thank you for all the wonderful things you taught me,you will be greatly missed for many years to come.My love always. Diana

Mama, You were my voice of reason and you brought joy to every one who knew you. You knew how to liven up an event or party and everyone who knew you loved you dearly including Uncle Sonny, Leslie, Aunt Juanita, Carolyn, Lorease, and myself.

It was a painful time for me when you left due to you succumbing to cancer, but I know your're up there and free from pain.

There's not a day that goes by that you're not on my mind!
-Your son, Leroy

Tracey,
My precious daughter, Tankerbell. Although I did not give birth to you, you were my daughter. Steps were not ever uttered as a prefix to mother or daughter.

I miss you so much! It was much too soon for you to go. You meant so much to me. It hurts not to hear from you and knowing you are not where I can get to you. I still can't believe that you are not here in body. I visit you as often as I can and make sure your flowers remain pretty. It has been four months ago today!

Kristen is so much like you now. She has alot of your qualitites. You would be proud of her!! I know you are keeping watch over her each and every day.

Breathe deeply Tankerbell and run like you haven't in such a long long time!!

We miss and love you more than you will every know
Rhonda and Kristen

To Our Dearest Brother, May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, the rain fall soft upon your fields. Until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand. Always in our hearts Your loving Sisters Rob & Di :)

A beautiful life that came to an end. He lived and he died, everyone's friend.
He left us memories so beautiful, a sorrow too great to be told;
But to us, who love and miss him, the memories will never grow old.
Waiting is the hardest when we feel our need is great;
But it helps if we remember that God is never late.

In tears we saw you sinking
And watched you fade away;
Our hearts were almost broken,
We wanted you to stay.
But, when we saw you sleeping,
So peaceful and free from pain,
How could we wish you back with us
To suffer that again?
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you did not go alone,
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.

She was and will always remain such an inspiration to me. Having raised eight children, traveled the world, and healed the sick I can say beyond a shadow of a doubt that this was a life well lived! I will always miss you grandma and I ke ep your memory close to my heart always. I hope your next jaunt out is as big a hootenanny as this one was! I love you!!

A devoted mother, a woman who did not know the luxuries that we know now. She was not afraid of hard work and loved her 8 children equally. Had she been better physically she would have devoted more time to her grandchildren too. You will be missed mom.

A hard working man who never knew his own parents. Raised by an aunt and uncle, who in turn raised 8 of his own children. Dead at the age of 79 from cancer and smoking cigarettes.

Dearest Nana, We love you so much and though it is hard to see you leave us we promise to make you so proud of us. We will take care of Nani and the rest of the family. We are sorry if we ever did anything to make you upset. We pray for you everyday and we know you will give us the strength and guidance to get past this difficult time. God bless you Nana and thank you for your love, honesty, kindness, and generosity. With all our love (your grandkids) Ritu, Sanjay, Vivek, Neha, Jaya & Priya

Matthew means "Gift From God", and he truly was that. Matt left this life suddenly from an asthma attack. He was kind, loving, smart and funny. He loved life, his family and friends, his two painted turtles Billy and See Do, his truck the Iron Duke, Star Wars, Pez, and video games. The past two years he was in Who's Who of American High School Students. He was a devoted son, brother and uncle. We miss him more than words can say and look forward to the time we'll see him again in Heaven. He graced our lives for but a moment, but his loving legacy will be with us forever. Matthew's mom and dad, Barbara and Darrell

To the man that lit up the room when he walked in. Oh my darling I miss you so much. I am trying to carry on as you would want me to, but it is hard without you. I am glad you did not suffer when you left us, but the void you left is felt by many of those who loved you. I hope you know how many lives you touched here on earth. I will continue your work here and please know that all will be taken care of. My heart belongs to you always!
Until we are together again,
Patty

Sharolyn Eichman was born in Woodward Ok. She met and married Ray Sorensen in Denver Co in 1968. They moved to 29 Palms, CA where they raised two children. Sharolyn was a founding member of the local humane society. She had a life long love for animals. She took in many stray dogs and cats over the years and provided them with food, water and love. Sharolyn suffered a stroke and died on August 12, 1995. She is survived by her husband, and two children who will miss her dearly for the rest of their lives.

Mein lieber Goofy, es ist mir schwer ohne Dich weiterzuleben. Ein Kuss an Gabriel und Adriana und bis bald. Poopsy und Zwergli

Forrest,
I was never able to meet you when you were alive,and I regret never doing so! I met all my other cousins from your family,and your mom ,my aunt always had a hi regard for you!

The only thing you and I had in common was we both were in the Marine Corps,you as an officer and I as an enlisted!
Well here is a Salute to you ,,and "Semper Fi" Lt.Colonel!!
From your cousin Jerry (USMC 75-79)

Papá:

Te extrañamos tanto. Tu sonrisa, tu bondad, tu ingenio, tu ingeniudad...

Con mucho cariño, tú familia.

Papá:

Te extrañamos tanto. Tu sonrisa, tu bondad, tu ingenio, tu ingeniudad...

Con mucho cariño, tú familia.

Wife of William Sosnowski and mother of Marceline, William, Kathryn, Robert. A great wife and mother and she is dearly missed. We miss her humor and all the love she gave us. We are truly sorry to lose her and hopefully it will be a little less painful with time for us all. I know she is in a better place and with our Dad. Just know we love and miss you both.

Siempre viviras dentro de nosotros , nos haces mucha falta. Algun dia compartiremos lo que nunca compartimos, pues no sabiamos que te ibas tan pronto con DIOS. No te preocupes estaras orgulloso de nosotros,,br. Te queremos,
tus hijos
Omar y Kristy

Cary was a kind, beautiful and loving person. He was going to college for computer animation and was very intelligent and talented. He dreamt of having a career, marriage and children when he died suddenly of heart failure. The joy and happiness that he brought into my life and countless others will be forever cherished. He is loved and missed, and may he now have the peace and happiness he deserves. With love from his fiancée, Susan (Flower)

Our lives change forever when you come into this world,and when you left this world. we love you with all of our heart. Sunrise jan.24,1985 Sunset july 30,1999

To my lovely brother Renato whom we all are going to miss forever. No more funny questions from you on your desire to learn. As your sisters, myself and Roni, we both will never forget about the caring and love that you gave to our grandchildren Alex, Gabriela, Micaela and Shawn. Our Mom miss you too and as she like to be the tough one doesn't cry too much but we all know that she lost more than a son: you're her companion for the last years, listening to her, having good and bad times , but always with her. Your brother on his own way miss you too. One thing I know my dear brother, I miss you very much and I regret that I didn't have more time to spend with you. Your crossing over tought me more the value of blood. Me and Roni will stick together to cherish you until the day we'll see you again. Love from all of us. Mom, Regina, Roni, Ronnie, Daniela, Grace, Alex, Gabriela, Micaela, Shwan and our little baby to come Antonio. Rest in Peace!

A great man that has touched my life. He will always be with me.

Dave, you will never be able to comprehend how much I miss you. As cousins go, you had to be the coolest! We used to have such a laugh. Remember Bojangles Nightclub? Remember you 18th Birthday Party? We had some mad times! I want to remember them mad times when your wacky sense of humour made me laugh! That is why I never came to see you towards the end, Dave. I wanted to remember you how you were. You wouldn't have wanted my pity, or to see me cry...that was not your style. It wasn't that I didn't have time for you....I always had time for you. Not a day went by in the last 18 months when I did not think about you. I wanted to preserve the memories. Can you forgive me for that? You were a fighter, Dave, and I thought you would get through it again, like all the times before. I was convinced that in the next few months we would be out clubbing again! I guess this time it was just too much for you, honey. You were also really talented. You had that god-given gift of Art. I was really impressed with all your drawings and pictures (though I would never tell you that, because I didn't want to over inflate your ego!). I wonder if you ever did to that picture I wanted? Don't worry about your Mum, Dave. There are plenty of people to look after her (yes, even Lynda!!!). Take good care of yourself mate. I miss you like crazy. Please save me a place with you, wherever you are. Best cousin, best mate. Love from Tracey

Born in Kilauea, Kauai. Daughter of Manuel and Maria Albina Rapozo. Died in S. San Francisco CA. in the early 1930's.

Barbara,I love you more than anything in the world. We were soul mates.I feel as if I was torn in half the day that truck changed our lives forever. I will never forget holding your hand on the way to the hospital. You knew you were going to die, I was in denial. They told me I had cardiac contusions, when I asked what that meant they said I had a bruised heart. My heart is broken as well. I will be with you always, I feel you around me every moment of the day. Your loving boyfriend Anthony Jay Ford Jr.

in memory of Tina Marie Soza. Tina was thirteen at the time of her passing. Tina passed away of a brain anuerysm. All this happened in a time span of only eight hours. Tina was a great daughter. She loved life, family friends and followed the word of our lord. Tina had been in the eighth grade for one and a half months before her demise. Tina attended Del Valle Jr. High. Del Valle is a community just east of the Austin Texas city limit. Approximately three weeks before Tina passed away, one of her seventh grade teachers, Miss Lori Holcomb also passed away from a brain anuerysm. Tina was very upset about Miss Holcomb's death. Tina and a few of her friends actually helped Miss Holcomb's fianceée with the task of removing her personal effects from the school. In memory of Tina and Lori, the school student council commissioned Brian Joseph to paint a mural in their memory. The mural is titled " we remember two hearts". A poem that coincides with the mural of the same title is as follows:

"we remember two hearts"

we remember two hearts who embraced us as friends and brought us together as a family. I miss my daughter very much, and wish she were still with us so I could teach her about life and she to teach me about parenting. I have a son, Michael A. Soza II, that I also love dearly as "my boy", but there is something different and special about how a father loves a daughter. I feel that I have lost that half of my emotions that can only be extended to a daughter. Niña con sonrisa brillante, ojitos de cafe, corazon de oro, amor por vivir, te deseamos mija. Thank you to all that supported us when we needed it. We are still recovering from the shock of our child's passing. Mike, Rose and Michael. If you would like to contact me, e-mail me at mas630@inetport.com