New Site / Susan Stoner Kurt did hate it when I called him baby, but he was my baby. He was also proud of the fact that he was a second son of a second son of a second son. That he loved. They will always be our babies.. I also wanted to say that while surfing memory of site, we came across Superman's site, Christopher Reeve. We also looked for his wife's site, Dana Reeve. We found it, but nobody sponsored it, so my husband and I sponsored it to keep her memory alive. To me she was an extrodinary woman. Please visit her site and light a candle in her memory. I love that woman and feel she should be honored also. Thank you so much for everything. All my love and prayers always. Susan
Thinking of you / Jo-Ann Pacenta Lauren's Mom (Friend)
Thank you / Susan Stoner (angel friend ) Thank you so much for you words. I really needed that. Chip has a very special mom and I would do anything I could to make your journey just a bit easier. I taught my boys compassion and to me it was the best thing I could have taught them. They are totally awesome men. I'm doing some pictures for your site and hopefully I'll have them done soon. You are forever in my thoughts and prayers. I am always here for you. Have a safe trip to Tennessee and back. I love the mountains there. Always in my heart and prayers Susan
THINKING OF YOU / JEANNIE MAZUR THANK U SO MUCH FOR WRITING IT MEANS ALOT TO ME, I AM TRYING SO HARD TO KEEP DUANES MEMOREY ALIVE, HE HAS ALOT OF FAMILEY BUT NO ONE WRITES EXCEPT HIS 2 SISTERS, AND IT HAS NOT BEEN 2 YEARS YET, I GUESS A LIFETIME WONT TAKE THIS PAIN AWAY. I PRAY U R DOING WELL, TALK SOON. MOM TO DUANE SUESS
Chip/ Susan Stoner (angel friend ) I have been thinking about you and hoping you are doing ok. I know how hard this is, nothing on this planet could hurt us as much as it has already, our pain is forever ours. I am here for you whenever you need me. I know our boys are up there watching over us and having more fun than we could ever imagine. Take care and if you ever need anything, please don't hesitate to ask. My prayers are with you forever. Your friend, Susan
For You / Susan Stoner (angel friend )
My mommy is a survivor, or so I heard it said. But I can hear her crying at night when all the others are in bed. I watch her lay awake at night and go to hold her hand. She doesn't know I'm with her to help her understand. But like the sands on the beach that never wash away... I watch over my surviving mommy who thinks of me each and everyday. She wears a smile for others...a smile of disguise. But through Heaven's door, I do see tears flowing from her eyes. My mommy tries to cope with death to keep my memory alive. But anyone who knows her, knows it's her way to survive. As I watch over my surviving mommy through Heaven's open door... I try to tell her that the angels protect me forever more. I know that doesn't help her, or ease the burden she bears. So, if you have a chance, go visit her and show her that you care. For no matter what she says or feels, My mommy has a broken heart that time won't ever heal.
I have been helping another friend with her site and haven't been able to light candles like I do. I just want you to know that until I get her site up and running perfect, candle lighting will be put on hold for awhile. But I will always light one for Chip. He too has a very special mom. My prayers are forever with you. I'm here for you, always. Hugs, Susan Close
Your beautiful son / Susan Stoner (angel friend )Read >>
Your beautiful son / Susan Stoner (angel friend )
Thank you so much for lighting a candle for Kurt. I am so very sorry for your loss. Our boys were so very close in age, and I know they are up there together. My heart goes out to you and your family. My prayers are forever with you. If there is anything I can do, please don't hesitate to ask. We are all in this together and together we can make it. Hugs to you all. xxoo Close
MY CHILD On the day God took you I thought that I would die I wondered where the time went? I asked al ot of whys?? With people all around me I felt alone inside From all their words of comfort, I couldn't seem to hide, I thought I might be dreaming That I'd wake and find you here, I thought "This can't be happening" As I wiped another tear. On the day that you were laid to rest My heart broke yet again, I wondered if the pain would end, But mostly, I wondered when?? It's hard to be without you, At times the days seem long, Sometimes I just sit crying, When there's really nothing wrong. I wish we'd had more time, Before your life was done. I hope your resting peacefully, My precious one!
Who can say for certain Maybe you're still here I feel you all around me Your memories so clear
Deep in the stillness I can hear you speak You're still an inspiration Can it be That you are my Forever love And you are watching over me from up above
Fly me up to where you are Beyond the distant star I wish upon tonight To see you smile If only for awhile to know you're there A breath away's not far To where you are
Are you gently sleeping Here inside my dream And isn't faith believing All power can't be seen
As my heart holds you Just one beat away I cherish all you gave me everyday 'Cause you are my Forever love Watching me from up above
And I believe That angels breathe And that love will live on and never leave
Fly me up To where you are Beyond the distant star I wish upon tonight To see you smile If only for awhile To know you're there A breath away's not far To where you are
I know you're there A breath away's not far To where you are
A Letter From Heaven / Maria Mandina (Passerby)Read >>
A Letter From Heaven / Maria Mandina (Passerby)
My fiance's site was recently visited by Joan, your mother, and I felt that so compassionate and beautiful of her that I know you are an amazing person and you are up there with my Joshua.
God bless you Chip...watch over your parents, your wife, and your daughter...they need you now more than ever. Soar high...spread your wings and fly...and if you have a minute, tell my Joshua that I love him, that I miss him, and that I say hi.
To Joane, Your Father, Your Wife, and Your Daughter: A Letter From Heaven
To my dearest Joane, 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'm 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 Joane, she’ll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. 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. But 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 has been 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.
We Thought of You Today! / Mom & Dad (Parents)Read >>
We Thought of You Today! / Mom & Dad (Parents)
We thought of you today, But that is nothing new We thought of you yesterday And will tomorrow, too. We think of you in silence And make no outward show. For what it meant to lose you Only those who love you know. Remembering you is easy, We do it everyday. It's the heartache of losing you That will never go away.
Looking at Chip's memory-of website and the rainbow on the home page reminds me of the covenant that God made with Noah and the rainbow serving as a reminder to him of that covenant. A covenant can never be broken in the sight of God the way a contract between two parties of human kind can be. I am so thankful that none of God's promises will return void. The only consolation we have in enduring the intense pain of the loss of such a close loved one is God's promise of inheriting his heavenly kingdom through the blood of His Son. I also want to thank you for publicizing Chip's Memory.of website in the Cairo paper to let his friends know about the site. It is such a wonderful way to honor Chip, keep in touch with the family, and watch Gracie as she grows. We recently lost our niece in an automobile accident and we have also created a memory.of website for her friends and family to offer condolences and share memories of her. If not for Chip's site, I wouldn't have known about Memory-Of.com and we would not have had the opportunity to honor Danielle in this special way. My prayers are with your family daily, as I know that time does not really ease the pain. Things to not get better, they just become different. Love and prayers to you all from one broken heart to so many others.
Loving thoughts for All family / Lynn H. Stewart (Long Time Friend )
Love and Prayers to all of you as the holiday season approaches. I know the loss is painful regardless of the time of year, but there is something about the holidays that seems to make the pain even more intense. It is hard to believe it has been over two years since we lost Chip. Some days it seems like he's not even gone--like maybe he's still in Douglas or just out of town working. For so long we have all struggled with our emotions surrounding his death, but the loss is still so great. What a vibrant young life so full of love for his family and friends. I will always love Chip for the friend he was to me and I will always hurt for his parents and the wife and child who survive him. -We recently lost a very young life in our family as well. She was only 16. We loved her so much and were completely devasted by her sudden death. She was to be in our wedding this past weekend and was killed just two weeks prior. It was such a tragic loss and we are still in shock. We will miss her forever. - Thank God for his promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ. Because of his sacrifice we will see Chip and Danielle again because they trusted him as their savior! That is the only consolation we have, but his grace IS sufficient to meet all of our needs. So, as the holidays come and go, know that you and your family are in the hearts and prayers of many who will always remember Chip. Close
For all the times you made me laugh (there were so many)... all the times you brought tears to my eyes (at your's and Becky's wedding, when you wrecked the Altima years ago, and still now when I think of your beautiful wife and daughter and the void that has been left in their lives).... For all the times you were my friend when I needed one..... for all the times you told me the truth even when I didn't want to hear it....for every memory I have of you and our friendship....and for the wonderful husband and father you turned out to be...I love you and I was so very proud of you!!
Two years have passed now, and so much has changed. There is so much I want to tell you and can't. I think of you so often and hurt for your family and the loss they have experienced. I cannot even begin to imagine the hole that is left in Becky's heart. A lifetime is too long to live without someone to love, but it does not seem like it is long enough to love someone with all your heart. My heart goes out to her. She has the greatest of my respect and admiration for the tremendous strength she has shown.
I am so very thankful for the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ! I know that I will see you again and you will be reunited with your family and others who love you. I wonder what it is like in heaven and I wonder about the peace and the beauty that surrounds you now. I CAN ONLY IMAGINE!
You will never be forgotten / Brian Bennett (Friend)
Chip, we have so many memories I don't know where to start. Some of the best ones were our trips to go see Becky. Even though we were not always perfect angles we turned out all right, you have a wonderful family and I know they miss you. I will never forget the last Weekend you were in town, I was coming down HWY 84 and you tried to run me off the road. We pulled in you yard and laughed and joked like always.(You have the best personality) Only if I would have known it was the last time I would have said so much more. I will never forget you. I miss you and Love you!
friends as close as family / Tommy Manning (Friend)
"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times". A Tale of Two Cities started like this and yet our entire lives and relationship could be summed up just like this. Your birthday was a couple of days ago. I never forget and never will. I don't think there has been a day when I haven't thought of you. There has never been another person, outside of my parents, children, and wife, that has impacted my life as much as you. I have actually lost a brother and I do miss him, but you were different. I miss you so much more. I feel as if you were my brother. We went through things that most people will never know. The day you died my life was changed. It was impacted in a way that I can't explain. I will never be the same, but I do feel that you are with me in some capacity. I am greatful that you did get to spend the time with Gracie. I know that she had to be your heart. I wasn't around a lot then, but I know you good enough to know that above all else. You and your family taught me a lot about life and helped make me the man I am today. I never got the chance to say it but thank you. I love you. I miss you. Happy Birthday, and I will see you one day. Until then just keep an eye on me. You never know when I'll need it.
A gift from Bryan for your daughter, Graci! / Chip's Mama Read >>
A gift from Bryan for your daughter, Graci! / Chip's Mama
Today, Bryan made a substantial donation into a Trust for Graci in your memory. This is something he has talked about and wanted to do for the last 2 years. I know how he must hurt when he thinks about those few last words you two spoke to each other at a little country store -- neither knowing that you would be on your way to heaven in the next few minutes. I can see the two of you now --Bryan's wapsided grin and your big blue/green eyes flashing -- I bet you said "See you tomorrow, man!" And then you laughed. And of course, we can't forget about your brother, Jody, helping Bryan to fulfill his desire of helping your baby girl.
I wanted to record this tribute to you so that one day when Graci is older, she will be aware of Bryan's kindness and that her Uncle Jody took the time and researched ways to make the gift grow. She knows her daddy is in heaven - she tells me all the time "My daddy is in heaven with Jesus and GranGran waiting on us - my mommy told me that!" Becky is a wonderful, loving Mother - you picked a good mother for your baby. I am sure you know that Becky keeps her looking like a fashion model - and you know why!
I ask God to Bless Bryan and Jody and to help them each and every day -- if they have any burden too heavy to carry, that He will walk beside them -- helping to carry the load!
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