BORN
1981 – 2000
Shane Edwards Obituary
Can’t sleep. Go outside. Look at Shane’s van. He is always nearby! Wake up in the night. Is Shane home? Well, his van’s there.
It’s a beautiful morning, might rain though. Butterflies are out, birds are singing – two together. I feel better after finding Shane’s anchor ring. (The one we bought after we got the boat, just gold plated, nobody had wanted it.) I loved it after my husband Roger showed me Jesus Christ on the cross in the middle bar on the anchor. It’s my anchor now, and it gets me through the funeral.
Brother Long gives a great message, and they sing “Lord I’m Coming Home” (Roger’s request), “Michael Row Your Boat Ashore” (mine), and Scott’s request (two of his vacation Bible school songs.) Everyone’s crying then. I pray, “Someone please give your life to Jesus. Please Lord, anyone here.” I am thinking of someone close to me. In the family. I know there’s many, though, that do!
I am not sure how long it’s been, three of four days without sleep. I’ve got to rest so I can play with my baby Scott! I see Shane through him. Mammaw calls him Shane after we answer his questions about Shane’s death. He looks confused. “Shane?” he asks. “Oh I meant Scott,” Mammaw says. I explain that he looks like Shane, and we get names mixed up sometimes. He says, “You should have named me Shane.” I say, “Then we would have had two Shanes.” I kid him, “Maybe we should have named Shane, Scott. Then we’d get it right.” He laughs. He liked that.
Lord, I didn’t realize how many lives Shane had touched. So many teenagers. The procession goes on forever. They tell me, if I can’t remember, their names, how they know Shane, how they loved him, and ask what can they do? At first, I said, “Nothing.” I wake up. I tell them all, “Give your life to Jesus, finish Shane’s work.” Some say he talked a lot about God. Did he know his time was near?
Roger is better. He can’t believe Shane did better than him. I tell him, “But if you hadn’t been saved, where would Shane be?”
It goes on and on and on.
Shane Edwards was born in Memphis on October 9, 1981. He was my one and only for 13 years until I found out at 40 that I was pregnant again. A surprise at first. A blessing now! Scott is 5. Shane was raised by his Nana, who is the cornerstone of my family. She’s spent her whole life raising kids. The only person I know that I’ve never seen lose her temper or her patience. She taught us about the Lord through her words and her ways.
Shane went to school at Grahamwood, then Kinsbury until 10th grade, when he failed. Some of his buddies dropped out, but through Brad I found out about Gateway Christian School. After Nana, that was the best thing that happened to Shane. He became a member of the basketball team at Gateway, and he later graduated. It made me so proud when he graduated. It made me so weak when I got the call.
Now Shane’s gone. He spent the night at a friend’s new apartment, drank vodka and beer, and whatever else, and never woke up. Don’t think: It can’t happen to me! There is so much joy and beauty to find out there. Believe me …you won’t find it in a bottle. You can have a good time without drinking. “But all my friends do!,” you say. Tomorrow you might lose a friend, or it could be you!
There is so much beauty if you just look for it, but you’ll never find peace until you find God. No peace in the bottle: only fights, DWIs, jail time, injuries, marriage breakups, and lost lives.
God let His Son shed His blood for us, so we might believe and have everlasting life. The wages of sin is death. We are ALL sinners. It must have been hard for God to let His child suffer. I wouldn’t give up Shane for another, but if just one life is saved from hearing our sad story, it will mean so much.
Please let me know if you are going through the same thing. We can help each other.
God Bless You,
Vicky A. Edwards
Shane Edwards, 18, died from alcohol poisoning at Regional Medical Center in Memphis, Tennessee, on Wednesday, August 23, 2000.
He leaves behind his parents, Vicky and Roger Edwards of Memphis; his two brothers, Scott V. Edwards of Memphis, and Dwayne Edwards of Olive Branch; his grandparents, Gladys Quarles of Memphis, Rose Edwards of Rosemark, and Charley Edwards; and his great-grandmother, Bessie Hill of Olive Branch.
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Vicky edwards
September 26, 2021
This site helped me through the loss of my son, by helping other parents that had lost children. I haven't been on here ina long time, and wanted to see if there were any new posts for my son, Shane.
Stephen Dagenhart
February 12, 2021
Hey bro. It's been 20 years. Seems like a lifetime. I was staring at your picture I have on my nightstand and just had to say what's up. I wish we could go back to the day where all of us were hanging out. Everyone has fallen out of touch and it saddens me. Wish you were here brother. Talk soon man. Love you.
Stephen Dagenhart
August 31, 2014
Hey brother. Just thought I'd say hey. Been a long time man. You're truly missed but never forgotten. We all still love you man. Keep an eye on us from time to time while you're up there.
Susan Hemphill
June 10, 2013
Long time not talk... too many years already gone by but you are not forgotten. Time has changed us all, some have moved off, most have kids, but we all think of you often.
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Scotty Terry
October 9, 2012
Want to send you a happy 32nd birthday wish. It's hard to believe it has been 12 years, time has flown by. Saying a special prayer to your family, on what I know is still a difficult day for them!! To your mom, dad, brother - I have not seen or talked to any of you in years, as I no longer live in Memphis. If you are on Facebook, please look me up Scotty Terry.
Jessica Craig
September 8, 2010
I can't believe it has been 10 years since you left this earth! I still think about you often. Where did the years go? It seems like just yesterday you were here with us with that huge smile of yours.
August 26, 2009
Hey Shane,
How have you been. It has been so very long since I have been on here! I just wanted to stop by and say hey! I had my little girl Jan. 7th of 2007 and she is almost 3 now! Her name is Rayna. I hope you are doing great up there in heaven and I will see you again someday!
Jess
SHARON SHREEVES(HONDLENK)
August 20, 2008
To Roger and Vicky and all of Mamaws family, yes even I call her Mamaw because she was just that, a Mamaw to everyone she met. You could not have met a sweeter person than Rose. She would laugh with you, cry with you, and always have a smile and a good word to say to you. This world will truely miss her but she surely will be welcomed in her home above by Shane, Dwight, and anyone else up there that claims her as their Mamaw. She was the greatest. My deepest sympathy to you Roger and Vicky and to Charley and all the rest of the family. May God help you through this storm and give you peace with time and healing. I love you all. Shane, I know you greeted Mamaw with a big smile. We have been missing you too, Shane. We all had a good cry on vacation and your Mom wrote a poem for you.
Love you hon,
Aunt Sharon
vicky edwards
August 20, 2008
Shane, Sadly for us, Mammaw has passed on to her heavenly home with you and Dwight and many others she loved and cared for. She courageously fought a good fight against cancer, but she was tired. She left this earthly home on August 19, 2008. At least we were able to tell her our last good bys. Anna Rose Edwards, Mammaw, your dad's mom, and a second mother to me. Like a mother to all that loved and knew her, she taught us all what God's love is all about! She told me that I needed to take over as family cook, as I worked alongside her over the years. She taught me the secret ingredients, and how to juggle up to six pressure cookers at once on a stove that was most comfortable on high heat. The rolls go in last, and don't let her forget them. Quickly, she would say, "Everthang's ready fix ya a plate!" It's not only the country cookin we'll be missin though. I will never be able to duplicate her secret ingredients of love, laughter, hugs, fellowship, prayers, advice, concern, and sometimes even a dash of a good talkin to! She filled our lives with love, family, and a place you could always call home.
Services will be Friday, August 22,2008 at Forest Hill East. Visitation will be at 12:00 with funeral following at 2:00. Shane many of your friends will remember their campouts at her "Ponderosa" in Rosemark.
vicky edwards
August 16, 2008
Shane, we took another family trip and missed you. J.D thought it was the same place where we went before you died, that had a bad ending because of drinking. I told him that we don't go there, to many bad memories. He made the statement that there are no bad memories of the ones you love, so I wrote this poem for the anniversary of your trip to heaven. Love you honey. Your always on my mind!
There are No Bad Memories of Those That You Love
Only points in time that you rather not think of
Like white water rapids, the good overflowing the bad.
I dived to discover which hurt deeper, the sad or the glad.
But exploding like fireworks to the surface they rushed.
The good times on that trip would no longer be shushed.
Since my son died and left my heart aching and crushed.
It's been very hard climbing these stairs of life.
Downpours and death cut me sharp as a knife.
Yet I must carry on pass these blood sucking ticks of strife.
What's just ahead, around the next bend?
Never give up, you will miss it my friend.
Unforgettable beauty, and love without end.
Deer listen to treefrogs as they sing with the wind.
Making memories on your vacation trip.
Laughing hand in hand, you come in my dreams the pages in time flip.
There are no bad memories of those that you love.
Only ups and downs like the wings of a dove.
Their are none so blind, as they that won't see.
Life everlasting, and He who holds the key.
There are no bad memories of you and me.
You traveling this trail past eighteen was not to be.
Let's do it again same time next year.
I will remember the joy along with the tear.
There are no bad memories of those that you love.
Only missing you till we meet in heaven above.
Now the picture is in focus, I'm perfectly aware. That there are no bad memories of those that you share.
Through the good and the bad, you were always there.
Remember, God has a purpose, stay close in His care!
In loving memory of my son Shane. Mom
vicky edwards
May 9, 2008
SWE,
I sure have been missing you Shane. Maybe because your Aunt Sharon is getting married tomorrow, and special occasions always make me long for your presence with the family. We are blessed to get Rick as a new addition to our family. He is a wonderful guy and always fun to be around. I'm so happy for Sharon and look forward to seeing them united before God. I prayerfully ask God to bless their lives together with much love and laughter. Scott is thirteen now and fixing to finish the seventh grade. We also had some trying times with Roger's Mom and Dad's medical conditions. We thought Mammaw had a stroke last weekend and were told that the cancer had spread to her brain. Thankfully now her cancer doctor doesn't think that is the case. Keep her in your prayers. Also his dad needs another open heart surgery to replace a faulty valve. It was his birthday May 8th. Nana is as feisty as ever, and our cousins from England have flown in for the wedding. It's great to see Janet and Brian again. Well if we didn't have the storms in our lives we wouldn't appreciate the sunny days ahead, and the beautiful rainbow that follows. Keep your eyes on Jesus and you'll find the joy found in the little things of life that count most, for all the rest is vainity. Happy Mother's Day to all the women that have expierienced the miracle of birth. Shane, you were a miracle to me and seeing you for the first time was the greatest pleasure I have ever known. Untill we meet again, I love you honey. Mom
vicky edwards
March 17, 2008
SWE,
Sorry it's been so long since I've been here, but you are always in my thoughts. We had a bad scare about a week ago, when we found out that your Aunt Teresa was in Intensive Care, in an Oregon hospital. She had bleeding in the brain and spine and they thought it was an aneurism. I thought that I might never see her again, and although I had just seen her the weekend before, I hadn't hugged her when we said goodbye. You never know what tommorrow might bring. Miraculously, now she is back home and doing well. Praise God, He heard our prayers!! It seems as if she has risen from the grave, just as Jesus did after He went to the cross to pay for the sins of many. I want to thank Jesus this Easter time for saving me, saving my sister, and giving us some more time to enjoy her, and for saving you, Shane. I was telling the kids in Sunday School about you showing me your anchor ring. I didn't even see Jesus on the anchor at that time, I was too busy getting supper ready, like Martha. I did tell you it was nice. I thought you had bought it because we had just gotten the boat. Roger showed me Jesus on the anchor right before the funeral. He gave me the strength to get through the funeral, and is still giving me strength today. He is my pilot, to keep me on the right course, my anchor, for when the storms come, and my Savior, to forgive my sins and make the only way to heaven. He is the way, the truth and the life no one comes to the Father except through Jesus! Thank you Lord for all you have done for me and for using me in Children's Church, and 5th and 6th grade Sunday School at my church. It has been more of a blessing to me, than I have been for the kids. You have given me the chance to do something that I always wanted to do, teach. What better subject than Jesus! Blessed be the name of the Lord! Happy Easter everyone, for He has risen!!!
GLADYS QUARLES
November 22, 2007
WELL HONEY TODAY WAS THANKSGIVING, WE ALL GATHERED AT TERESA HOUSE,WHERE WE HAD TURKEY AND ALL THE TRIMMINGS,WITH ALL THE FAMILY,AND IT WAS ENJOYED BY ALL.BUT THREE WHICH MADE OUR FAMILY WERE MISSING,MY SHANE PAPA AND DANNY,BUT YOU WERE ALL WITH US IN SPIRIT,THERE IS NOT A DAY GOES BY WE ALL DONT THINK OF YOU AND MISS YOU SO MUCH. WE HAD SO MANY WODERFUL TIMES WITH YOU ALL YOUR SHORT STAY WITH US, BUT BELIEVE ME YOU ARE IN A MUCH BETTER PLACE UP IN HEAVEN,THAN THIS PLACE ON EARTH.UP THERE NO ONE CAN HURT YOU.AND ONE DAY WE WILL ALL BE UP THERE TOGETHER.YOUR BROTHER IS DOING FINE AND SO TALL,I LOVE HIM SO MUCH, JUST LIKE I LOVED YOU. YOUR MOM AND DAD ARE FINE BUT MISS YOU SO MUCH. YOU AND PAPA AND DANNY HAVE FUN UP THERE I WILL CATCH YOU AGAIN LATE. THIS LETTER TO YOU MADE MY THANKSGIVING COMPLETE. LOVE YOU ALL LOTS NANA.
GLADYS QUARLES
November 1, 2007
WELL HONEY I WAS SITTING HERE THINKING ABOUT YOU SO THOUGHT I WOULD WRITE IN YOUR GUEST BOOG, WELL LAST NIGHT WAS HALLOWEEN, AND I HAD QUITE A FEW LITTLE ONES AT MY DOOR, IT MADE ME THINK OF ALL THE HALLOWEENS WE SPENT WITH YOU. NO TELLING WHAT YOU HAD IN YOUR BAG FOR TRICKS, I BET YOU HAD TOILET PAPER TO ROLL SOME GIRL FRIENDS HOUSE, BUT IT WAS ALL IN FUN.WISH WE HAD THOSE TIMES AGAIN. BUT YOU ARE UP ABOVE IN A BEAUTIFUL PLACE, IT MUST BE SO NICE THERE. AND YOU HAVE PAPA WITH YOU AND DANNY I BET YOU ARE ALL HAVING A GREAT TIME. WELL HONEY NOT MUCH TO TELL YOU,SCOTT IS GETTING SO TALL AND I LOVE HIM SO MUCH, ITS JUST LIKE HAVING YOU HERE WITH ME AGAIN.HE KEEPS US LAUGHING JUST LIKE YOU USED TO DO.BUT I MISS YOU WITHALL MY HEART, BUT ONE DAY WE WILL ALL BE TOGETHER,AND WHAT A WONDERFUL DAY THAT WILL BE.CATCH YOU LATER,MOM AND DAD ARE FINE BUT MISSING YOU LOTS. HAVE FUN UP THERE. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH.NANA
Sharon Hondlenk
October 10, 2007
Hey there, my honey. Hope you had a good birthday up there in the sky. We miss you so much. Went to the cemetary yesterday to put flowers on your grave. It was hard to find this year, no balloons blowing in the air. But I kept walking and I finally found it. October 4 would have been Danny's birthday. He would have been 56. Both of you so young when you passed but we have to believe God had a plan for you. I guess we will find out when we get there. Love ya bunches honey, and miss you even more.
Your loving aunt,
Sharon
vicky edwards
October 9, 2007
Happy 26th birthday in heaven, Shane
I guess I will always remember you as eighteen. I can look at your friends though and imagine what you would be doing. I know you would be caring around your big grin, and your sweet quiet spirit.
Reminders of You
by Vicky Edwards
See ya at my journeys end
can't wait to see your smile again
cooling like a summer's rain
my love for you will always be the same:
more faithful than fall colors blend
more special than a perfect shell
mightier than God's crashing waves
that smooth the sands to a peaceful lull
that effortlessly ride the ocean's breath like a gull.
I feel the warm sun on my face the kiss of the breeze braids my hair with lace
My Lord is sending me forever reminders of you
God's grace still seeing me through till that promised day
when I'll see Jesus
and then I'll understand it all!
and just when I think it can't get any better......
I hear your familiar voice call!
my son, Shane
Love forever, Mom
vicky edwards
October 3, 2007
#1 Son, Shane:
Well, October 9th is coming up. You would be 26 years young, if you were still here on earth. I don't guess you have an age in eternity. A friend at church thinks everyone will be 33, the age of Jesus at his death. Thinking about all the babies that die, I don't think we as spirits will have an age. My husband believes that all those 20 or younger will see the promise land. (Numbers) I don't have any doubt about you though, because you told me that if something happened not to worry, because you knew where you were going! You were such a great kid, always trying to help people. Friends whose parents neglected them. That's one thing that I am proud of, that I loved you bunches, and had our close talks together. I remember you coming to my bed and asking if I would sign for you to get another car,and I said that we'll talk about it. You knew that meant ok!
I remember all the halloween birthday parties you had. I went all out for you! We had spook houses and games. When you were small you would say " All bodies go home now" that was when you were tired. I remember when you pulled the old switcharoo, I'm spending the night with Ty, and Ty told his mother the reverse. Ya'll stayed at an empty house all night, thought it would be cool. I discovered your trick and worried all night long. I found out that morning when you came in that you were cold and wishing you were home, but didn't want to wake me up. I hadn't slept a wink, but did a lot of praying that you were safe, where ever you were! Then how about the time Brad spent the night, and you came running in saying somebody had got him. Ya'll had climbed the fence at a car lot and the dogs had chased you. Brad's shirt got caught on the fence and he was hanging upside down. You heard him yelling and the security guard hollering. We jumped in the car and met Brad all red faced running back to our house without his shirt on. I give anything for those sleepless nights again and all the great times we had together. We had some great fun at Monday night wrestling, or the Hulk's big shows. Also the Bigfoot tractor pulls, although the first one you refused to stay because it was to loud, after I had paid big money on tickets. We did everthing together untill you got older. I'll never forget those good times, our bike rides, swimming across a small lake to see if we could make it, our vacations to the mountains and the beach. You never complained about where you went,just always had fun. I love you always and miss you. Happy Birthday Shane-O-Mac!!!
SHARON HONDLENK
September 27, 2007
Hey my sweet honey,
I wish you were here to see your Dad's new Harley, you would be taking it for a spin I'm sure. He came by and showed it to us. It is really nice. I know he loves riding so much. You keep a watch over him though, because he scares me everytime I see him ride off. I know he is a safe driver but they can be dangerous. Your Mom and Dad were in a car wreck, totaled your Dads truck and they are pretty sore. Also, your Dads Harley fell on top of him, luckily he got out of the way when it fell. He said he landed out in the grass and don't know how he got there. We were wondering if you might have had something to do with that, ha ha. Keep an eye on your Mom and Dad, honey, and your dear sweet Nana. It was the anniversery of the day Danny left us yesterday. It has been 4 years, seems impossible and 7 since you went away. And it still hurts so much and we still miss you all so much. I put the picture of PaPa back out on my dresser. I had to put it up for awhile, because every time I looked at it, it made me cry. Now, when I look at him, I remember all the good times we had. Our trips in the motor home, all the times he took care of us while Nana was in England. He was such a good Dad and I miss him so much. You, Danny, and Papa take care of each other. I had a terrible dream one night that brought me out of a deep sleep, I think someone had died but Im not sure who, but anyway when I woke up, I could just see your face as plain as day, it was really weird. I guess you must have been watching over me. The dream scared me so much it sent me into a panic attack. And there your smiling face was in front of me. Well, I have rambled enough here, I love you bunches, my honey and my sweet Danny and my precious Papa. It will be a glorious day when we see you all again. God Bless all of those who have lost loved ones and may he bring peace to your heart with time and healing.
Your Aunt Sharon
gladys quarles
September 26, 2007
HI HONEY I LOVE YOU SO MUCH,AND THERE IS NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT I DONT THINK ABOUT YOU. HOPE PAPA IS TAKING GOOD CARE OF YOU ALSO DANNY.I MISS YOU ALL SO MUCH,BUT WE WILL ALL BE TOGETHER ONE DAY. SHANE YOY HAD SUCH WONWERFUL FRIENDS, THEY ALL STILL WRITE IN YOUR BOOK, THEY MUST HAVE THOUGHT THE WORLD OF YOU.I THINK I HAD A WONDERFUL GRANDSON,AND I MISS YOU WITH ALL MY HEART. JUST LIKE YOUR MOM AND DAD MISSES YOU. I GUESS THE GOOD LORD HAS HELPED US ALL TO GO ON, BECAUSE WITHOUT HIM WE ARE NOTHING.BUT I WILL NEVER FOGET ALL THE WONDERFUL TIMES YOU STAYED WITH ME WHILE MOM WORKED,IT WAS A JOY HAVING YOU,AND I WOULDNT TAKE NOTHING FOR THE WONDERFULL MEMORIES I HAVE. PAPA LOVED YOU SO MUCH, IT WAS FUN TO SEE HIM LINE UP ALL THE CARS AND THEN CAME SHANE WITH A BIG STICK AND KNOCK THEM ALL DOWN AND YOU WOULD BURST OUT LAUGHING, AND THEN PAPA WOULD SAY HOW COME YOU KNOCKED DOWN ALL MY CARS,AND YOU WOULD BOTH ROLL ON THE FLOOR LAUGHIG. I REMEMBER THE DAY PAPA DIED, YOU AND YOUR MOM WAS AT THE HOUSE AS SHE JUST GOT HOME PAPA CAME IN FROM WORK, AND THE FIRST HE DID HE TOOK YOU IN HIS ARMS AND STARTED SWINGINGYOU ALL AROUND,HE ALWAYS LOOKED FOR HIS LITTLE SHANE, YOU WERE HIS PRIDE AND JOY.AND THAT SAME DAY AFTER YOU LEFT, HE WENT IN THE KITCHENFELL DOWN AND HAD A HEART ATTACK AND DIED.I GUESS HE WANTED TO BE IN HEAVEN FOR WHEN YOU GOT THERE, BECAUSE HE LOVED YOU SO MUCH.AND ONE DAY WE WILL ALL BE TOGETHER AND WHAT A WONDERFUL DAY THAT WILL BE IN HEAVEN.AND I WILL GET MY LOVE YOU HONEYS AGAIN.CATCH YOU LATER HONEY, I LOVE YOU SO MUCH AND MISS YOU WITH ALL MY HEART.NANA.
GLADYS QUARLES
September 11, 2007
HI MY PRECIOUS GRANDSON, I WILL JUST WRITE A FEW LINES TO LET YOU KNOW HOW MUCH I MISS YOU. AND I STILL MISS MY LOVE YOU HONEY. WORDS CANT EXPRESS HOW MUCH I LOVED YOU, AND ALL THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD TOGETHER, NOONE CAN TAKE THAT AWAY FROM ME.I THINK OF YOU EVERY DAY. YOU HAD THE BEST MOM AND DAD IN THE WORLD, AND IT IS REARLY HARD ON THEM,BUT GOD GETS THEM THROUGH EVERY DAY. SCOTT IS DOING FINE IN SCHOOL, KEEPING HIM WAS LIKE I HAD YOU ALL OVER AGAIN IN MY LIFE.I THANK GOD FOR GIVING HIM TO US.ANY WAY HONEY I WILL MISS YOU UTIL THE DAY I DIE. YOU HAD SO MANY FRIENDS WHO LOVED YOU, AND THEY ALL STILL MISS YOU.HOPE YOU AND PAPA ARE HAVING FUN TOGETHER,GIVE EACH OTHER A HUG FOR ME,IT MUST BE A BEAUTIFUL PLACE UP THERE IN HEAVEN. TILL WE MEET LOVE NANA.
mary lang
August 23, 2007
hi,
save me a spot. its like i just saw u, like maybe i'll see u in a minute, perhaps like u never r far away, as if we see u pass us everyday in one way or other. smell,touch, sight or someones laughter, ur never far away, don't worry, we are watching after ur little bro, for ua, an mom, an dad.stay sweet
love you danny,mary, an max.
vicky edwards
August 23, 2007
SWE,My beloved son,
It's hard to believe that it's been seven years since you left us. It's still so hard to believe that your not out running around with Ty, Stephen, Brad, Allen, Cody, Max, or Valerie. A lot has changed in our world without you. It's almost like I've had two different lives, one with you and the other without. I loved running into Stephen at Lowes, because he reminds me so much of you, and when hugging him, you felt so close. Thanks for that hug, Stephen. I hope all of you are doing well in your lives. Valerie, I'm so sorry I missed Nick's birthday. I wanted to give him the rest of Shane's wrestling men, but one day went by and then another, and now here it is three months later. Roger and I went to St. George Island for our 30th anniversary, on August 19th. We had a lovely time, just the two of us. Scott went with my sister to a waterpark in Oklahoma and also had a great time. The lazy days of summer flew by and now school days are here. Scott is in the seventh grade at WhiteStation Middle School. He really likes it, which is wonderful. Probably because he has found a friend named Sheara. I had to run out and find him some Axe cologne because she loves it. Susan thanks for writing. I love to see that someone else is thinking of Shane, and you let me in on things. I'm so glad Nick likes school. It makes life so much sweeter! I love you Nick and Val, and I haven't forgotten you, although I'm sure you think so. Jesus is still leading the way for me. I think I'm going to help with the preteens in Sunday school. Brother Rogers said on the radio this morning to write a letter to your parents and tell them how much you love them, so this is for you mom. I love you mom. Thanks for always being there for me. The main thing I remember from my childhood days was that I could always believe in you. If you told me that we were going to do something, you always came through on your promises. Like the time at school when they asked parents to come tell about a different country. You said you would come talk to the class about your home, England. I wasn't sure if you would make it, but I was so proud of you when you showed up right on time with your British flag and other items of interest. You're always there for us, right on time!! I love you honey!! Hey Shane that was your line! The same goes for my mother-in law, Mammaw. A small spot of cancer has returned, but I hope and pray that this is another trial that will make us stronger as a family, because we all want to hold on to her unselfish love awhile longer. Love in Christ Jesus
I miss you honey, mom Vicky
Save me a place close by!
Susan Hemphill
August 21, 2007
Hey Shane,
It's Susan... I was just looking through your guest book realizing how long it has actually been since I've left a message on here. Well as you already know I had a baby about a year and a half ago...his name is Peyton and he is a typical little boy, always into trouble. I havent seen or spoken to your family in quite sometime but I find myself wondering how everyone is doing. I hope things are well for everyone, Nicholas is doing great... he is starting first grade and Is really excited about school, he loves his sister and nephew bunches. I will hopefully be able to leave you more than just a message every once and a while. I do still think about you alot, I wonder what it's like in heaven, and how much better things are for you up there. Be sure to give everyone there my love and hold down the fort for the rest of us!!!!
Roger edwards
August 17, 2007
TO MY SON, SHANE:
I AM GOING TO POST SOME PHOTO'S OF THE FAMILY, WERE, YOU HAVE GONE, WE WILL FOLLOW. WE ALL STILL THINK OF YOU AS A WONDERFUL SON, WHO WE CARED FOR SO VERY MUCH, ONE DAY I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN, AND YOU WILL BE TEACHING ME HOW THINGS WORK IN THE HEAVENS, I'M SURE YOU WILL BE AS HAPPY TO SEE ME AS I WILL TO SEE YOU AGAIN, I FORGET SOMETIME HOW QUITE YOU WERE, AN HOW YOU WERE SO MUCH MORE CARING AN PEACEFUL PERSON YOU REALLY WAS. I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH AN STILL MISS YOU AS ONE WOULD MISS THERE RIGHT ARM. UNTIL IT'S MY TURN TO RIDE THE CLOUDS, AN PLAY AMOMGEST THE STARS, AN SEE THE CREATOR OF EVERYTHING, WHAT A SITE THAT MUST BE, TO BEHOLD EVEN AN ANGEL MUST BE SOMETHING ANYONE WHO BELEIVES OF A SUPREME BEING, THOSE OF US WHO DO BELIVE, WOULD LOVE TO SEE SIT AN TALK WITH AN ENTIY SUCH AS THAT, WHAT A THRILL IT MUST BE. I WILL LOVE TO SEE YOU FIRST OUT OF ALL THE OTHER WONDERS, YOU WOULD BE MY FIRST. (WITH MUCH LOVE)
YOUR DAD
vicky edwards
February 23, 2007
SWE: My sweet son, Shane
Another year has come and gone. Where did the year go, still missing you so. Well I better not write a poem, or Legacy might not print my thoughts of you again. I hated that my last writing to you was not entered, and I couldn't remember all that I wanted to say. Anyway, Almighty God is still seeing me through each day without you. I was born in the light, but I've grown so much in the darkness, and sorrow of losing my number 1 son. I've haven't talked to Valerie much lately. I miss Nick, but I know they are building their lives as a new family. Nick has a darling little sister now, named Madison. Valerie sent me some pictures of them. Thanks Valerie! I can't believe how much Nick has grown. I've got to find some time to see him before he forgets me. Scott's school work, my job, Children's church, and just everyday stuff you have to do keeps me too busy. I do love teaching Children's Church. I had to tell one of my favorite stories from the bible last time. I told them about the 23rd Psalm. I really found out what walking through the shadow of death was when you left us. It makes you think about life, and what you want to do with the time you have left. I told them how God can use anybody. I believe He's using me with the kids. I always wanted to teach, and what subject is better than God's word?? I didn't even know that I knew the whole Psalm, but when Roger called me at work to tell me that you weren't coming home, I said the 23rd Pdalm over and over, word for word on the drive home. That's why it's good to hide His word in your heart, so it'll be there for you when you really need it. Well, I gotta run again. We're having Scott's birthday party this weekend. He turned twelve. The teenage years are coming. I've got to put fresh flowers on your grave. Roger said they thrown everything away. Your cross, angel and everything. I love you honey, untill we meet again. Love eternally Mom
Roger EDWARDS
December 10, 2006
TO MY BELOVED SON:
IT'S OBVIOUS THAT I STILL MISS YOU VERY VERY MUCH, I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW THIS TRAGEDY UNFOLDED BUT I WISH I COULD HAVE STOPPED THIS HORRIBLE THING FROM EVER HAPPENING, WE ALL MISS YOUR BEING HERE AND ALL THE FUN WE HAD, WE SOLD THE BOAT TO A NICE BUNCH OF FOLKS, THERE GRANDFATHER WAS BUYING IT FOR HIS GRANDCHILDREN, THEY LOST THERE MOM AND DAD IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT TWO YEARS AGO, THE BOYS WERE INTO HEAVY SKING AND KNEEBOARDING, THEY HAD TO SELL ALL OF THERE BELONGINGS WHEN THERE PARENTS DIED, I GOT TO MEET THE BOYS THEY REALLY LIKED THE BOAT, AND IT HAD BEEN WELL KEPT, SO I THROUGH IN ALL OF THE SKI'S ROPES, ANCHORS, VESTS THE WORKS TO GET THE BOYS ANOTHER CHANCE TO BE ON THE WATER, SO THE BOAT TURNED OUT TO BE A BLESSING FOR SOME YOUNG FELLOWS, THEY WERE ABOUT 13 TEEN OR SO.
ANYWAY WE ALL MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU VERY MUCH, UNTIL IT'S MY TURN TO LEAVE THIS EARTH I KNOW I WILL HAVE MY SON AND BROTHER TO MEET ME THERE.
YOUR DAD AND FAMILY
November 7, 2006
Shane, Hey man what's up with ya! I know you are having a blast up there in heaven! Well my life has been a little crazy lately! I am 7 months pregnant with a little girl and on complete bed rest! I didn't waste any time on a baby so it was like wedding then baby! It is all happening so fast! I wish you were here to see it all! I think about you all the time! It sucks you had to leave us but God had a greater plan for you! I'll see you when I get there! Luv Ya!
Jess
SHARON HONDLENK
October 9, 2006
Happy Birthday to you Shane, honey. Have not been on here in a long time but still think of you every day. I just came from the cemetary, I found your grave easy by the Happy Birthday balloon flying on it. October is a hard month because it was Dannys birthday October 4 and yours today. It does not seem possible that it was 6 years ago you left us and 3 years ago Danny left us. How the years fly. I was thinking on my way home from the cemetary, Scott was only 5 years old when you left. He really was a strong little boy to go through all of that at such a young age. You and all the angels up there keep an eye on Lindsay and J.D as there is so much corruption in this world today for young kids to evade. Also, keep an eye on your dear Nana and Mom and Dad and your little brother. Nana is still going strong and as always a backbone to her family. Well enjoy your birthday up there in the big blue sky and keep your watch over us all. Give your Uncle Danny a big hug and kiss from us and tell him we love him bunches. I miss you both so much and also give PaPa a big hug and kiss from us. One day we all will be reunited in Gods country. Oh what a glorious day that will be. All my love and kisses to you my honey.
Valerie Parks
May 2, 2006
Shane,
I know i haven't been on here for a very long time. For a while, i just couldn't do it. It is still a little hard, but i know you are happier where you are then you would have ever been here! I still think about you all the time. Nick is doing great. He will be 5 on the 13th of May, and i am expecting a little girl who is due on the 12th. We moved into our new house this weekend. Nick loves his new room, and his big back yard. He is so funny. Susan also had a baby in January. A boy. His name is Peyton, and he is the cutest little thing! I am in nursing school, but hopefully will be finishing soon. I am still working full time at a place called Accredo Novafactor, so i have been so busy lately, between moving, and working and going to school, and a few other things going on in between. I am surprised i am even thinking straight most of the time. I haven't talked to your mom in a while. I get off work late, and it is hard for me to catch her with out calling too late. Anyways, i just wanted to tell you that everything is going good here, but i know you are watching. I also know that it is no where near as good as where you are. Anyways, I hope i am able to get on here and drop you a line a little more often then i have in the past. Talk to ya later.
vicky edwards
April 25, 2006
Hey my number 1 son, Shane
I haven't been on here in ages either. You know that you are always on my mine though. Jess congratulations girl. May God bless your marriage. Roger and I will be celebrating our thirteth next year. How time flys. Scott is taller than me now and only eleven. You would have been proud of him on his basketball team. He's getting as good as you, almost.It's funny he played with your coaches sons.Tims TJ and Gary's son Bo. We went to see Brad and PJ get married. I'm happy for them. I know Brad has had a rough time since your death but I don't blame anyone. I would be carring some of the blame except that I know the good Lord has forgiven me for all my shortcomings. I know how sweet and forgiving you were and I know you wouldn't want anyone to be carring a load of guilt either. I talk to my Sunday School class about you all the time, and how God can give you that peace that passes all understanding. He is the only reason I have had the strength to get this far without you in my life. You know how crazy I was about you! You were my life, I have a new life now, and I will see you in the next, for all eternity. We are just like a flower that can be so beautiful one day but the storms of life can beat it down. Our Creater of heaven and earth can bring forth another beautiful bud, and the cycle goes on. I've got a new little bud in my life, Will. Your an uncle! Dwayne and Mary had him on Feb. 28. Well I had better hit the sack. I love you honey! Mom
Jessica White
March 21, 2006
Hey Honey,
How is heaven? I know your having a ball up there! Anyway, I just wanted to get on here and write you a few lines to let you know I am still thinking about you everyday! I don't get on much anymore! I am married now as you already know and I am expecting our first child in October! Maybe I'll have it on the 9th! Anyway, I hope your being good up there in that big blue sky! I'll see you when I get there!
Luv Ya,
Jess
Stephen Dagenhart
February 11, 2006
Hey bro what's up? I haven't spoke in a while. Man I wish you were still here with me man, I miss the hell out of you. Do you know it has been almost six years, man it don't seem like it. How's heaven? Hope you are still holding a seat for me and the rest of the gang. I speak to your folks every once in a while. Me and your dad ride bikes ever so often. When we take those long rides, you always come to mind. You know when me and the guys all get together we always seem to find a way to get to talking about you and all the crazy stuff we used to do. Oh yeah while I remember tell Brad's cousin Josh, who should be up there kickin it with you I said what's up. I thought I would stop by and say what's up. You hold it down until I get there. You're never forgotten. Love you man holla.
February 6, 2006
Shane,
Hey Honey! What's up with you? I hope everything is going ok ulpl there in heaven! I miss you bunches! I just wanted to stop by and say hey and tell ya I luv ya!
Luv,
Jess
Alicia Hondlenk
January 12, 2006
Hey Shane! I haven't written in awhile... but I just wanted to stop by and say hello :)
Jessica White
November 16, 2005
Shane,
Hey how is eveything going up there in the sky? Well, married life is great so far. I am so happy. We live a apartment for the time being until we can find a house! I just wanted to write you a note and say hey! I miss you bunches and always will! Be good up there in the that big blue sky!
Luv Always,
Jess
ROGER EDWARDS
November 15, 2005
TO MY SON WHOM I LOVED SO VERY MUCH:
WE WILL MISS YOU OVER THE HOLIDAY SEASONS, SON I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THE LORD SEEN FIT TO TAKE YOU AWAY FROM US SO SOON, ALTHOUGH THEIR ARE MANY THAT ARE TAKEN FROM THEIR LOVED ONES I SUPPOSE KNOW ONE LIKES TO LOSE THEIR LOVED ONES...
I'M SO GLAD WE HAD YOU AT LEAST 19 YEARS TO LOVE AND CARE FOR SUCH A NICE YOUNG MAN AND I WILL ADD SUCH A WONDERFULLY HAPPY TIME, YOU WERE QUITE BUT FULL OF LIFE AND ENERGY THE LOSS HAS BEEN SO VERY UPSETTING FOR ME AND OTHERS. WE STILL HAVE THE BOAT, I'M SO SORRY THAT YOU LEFT US NOT LONG AFTER YOU LEARNED HOW TO SKI, WE WOULD HAVE SHARED MANY DAYS TEACHING YOU HOW A BOAT IS MOVED AND ALL THE OTHER THINGS THAT ONE NEEDS TO LEARN ABOUT A SPORT-BOAT.IT HURT ESPECIALLY BAD WHEN THAT WAS ONE OF THE THINGS THAT WOULD HAVE BROUGHT US IN CONTACT WITH EACH OTHER SO MUCH MORE.I KNOW YOU NEVER WAS MUCH FOR CARS, BIKES AND OTHER THINGS THAT WE COULD HAVE SHARED OUR TIME WITH, BUT WHEN YOU ASK, FOR A BOAT LIKE WE HAD ONE YOU WAS YOUNGER I HAD A FEELING WE WERE GOING TO PAL AROUND A LOT MORE. SADLY IT WASN'T TO BE, AND THAT MADE GOING OUT IN THE BOAT AFTER YOUR DEATH A VERY UNPLEASANT FEELING, FOR YOUR DAD. I MISS YOU TERRIBLY, SCOTT SURE COULD USE A BIG BROTHER. GODS PLANS ARE NOT OUR PLANS BECAUSE I WOULD HAVE CHANGED PLACES WITH YOU IF THE DIVINE POWER CHOSE TO DO SO.
I HAVE A MOTORCYCLE NOW AN STEPHEN AND I HAVE RODE A FEW TRIPS TOGETHER, HIS WIFE, APRIL,YOUR MOM VICKY AND I RODE A FEW WEEKS AGO YOUR MOM LOVES RIDING ON THE BIKE, I KNOW YOUR WOULD LOVE IT ALSO, STEPHEN HAS BEEN ONE OF YOUR BEST FRIENDS, JESSICA ALSO HAS STAYED IN TOUCH, ALLEN HAS CAME BY ON HIS BIKE AND STAYED AWHILE, HE ALSO MISSES YOU AS ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS AND LOVE ONES DO.
ONE DAY SHANE I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN AND WE WILL PAL AROUND FOR ETERNITY, WE WILL ALL HAVE TIME ENOUGH TO ENJOY THE LORDS GRACES AND BE WITHOUT ALL THE NASTISNESS THAT THIS WORLD DISHES OUT.
WITH MUCH LOVE
YOUR DAD AND FAMILY
Jessica White
October 24, 2005
Shane,
How is everything up there? I got back from my honeymoon yesterday. We went to Hawaii! It was wonderful over there! I can't believe it I am finally married! Anyway, I just wanted to get on here and write you a few lines to say hey! Miss you bunches!
Luv Ya,
Jess
Jessica
October 9, 2005
Hey Shane,
Happy Birthday! Hope it was a very happy one up there in that big blue sky! I am getting married on Sat. October 15th! It is a pretty big day for me! I can't believe I am going to be a married women! Anyway, besides that not much else is going on with me right now! I went to the cemetary today and put a ballon on your grave with some flowers! I couldn't change my tradition of the ballon! Anyway,I just wanted to stop by and write you a few lines to let you know that you are loved by me and many many more! I miss you bunches!
Luv Ya,
Jessica
Sharon Hondlenk
October 9, 2005
Happy Birthday Honey,
We miss you so much. Hope you and Danny enjoyed your birthdays up there in the sky. I am going to go by the cemetery today, we went by PaPa's yesterday. We love you much honey and tell Danny I love and miss him much. Happy Happy Birthday.
Alicia Hondlenk
September 20, 2005
Hey Shane! I don't know if you would even remember me... but I remember you. I wrote to you once on here, but it's been a while. Just wanted to stop by your way and send some love!!
<3
Alicia
Jessica
September 7, 2005
What's going up there in the sky? I know you are up there having a ball. Still wish you were here with us! Sorry it's been so long since I've been on here! I have been really busy with school and eveything! Well I have a lot of good news! I am getting married in October and i have one more semester in school and i'll be out! It's about time huh? Just thought I would up date you and tell you that I love and miss you bunches! See you on the other side!
Jess
Deanna Fernandez
May 9, 2005
SENDING YOU MOTHER DAY PRAYERS AND HUGS.I KNOW YOU MISS SHANE BUT IM SURE HE WAS WITH YOU ALL DAY.
Sharon Hondlenk
February 13, 2005
Hey honey,
Just wanted to tell you Happy Valentines Day. I think about you all the time and still miss you so much. I send you a big hug and give Papa and Danny a big hug from me too. We miss all of you so much.
Love, Aunt Sharon
Scotty Terry
February 4, 2005
Wow, its been so long, so much has changed since the days of basketball and manhunt. How easy life was then, and how different it is now. Wish i would have listened to the "enjoy being a kid." Vicki, Roger, and Scott i hope you are all doing fine (sorry i havent been by in a while). It seems like we are all grown now, living our on lives, havent seen many of the "ROADDOGS" in a long time {any of u that read this drop me an email or something}. Shane i hope u are enjoying ur time in heaven.
January 23, 2005
Hey Shane,
How is evrything up there in the sky? I miss you everyday but know you are better off where you are! I think about you everyday that passes by. I go out to the cemetary sometimes just to talk. You were always a good listener. I was just on here and thought that I would write you a few lines just to say hey and let you know that I still miss you everyday! Happy New Year up there in that big blue sky!
Luv Ya,
Jess
Jessica
December 27, 2004
Hey Shane,
I hope you had a wonderful christmas in heaven! It is cold and we have ice everywhere here! I miss you a bunch! I'll see you in heaven when I get there. Be good until then ok.
Luv Ya,
Jess
DEANNA FERNANDEZ
December 25, 2004
HI SHANE WISHING YOU A GREAT CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN WITH JAY AND ALL YOUR ANGEL FRIENDS AND FAMILY.IM SURE IT IS AMAZING.ENJOY!!
ROGER EDWARDS
December 6, 2004
TO MY SON SHANE:
WE HAVE LOST SO MANY FRIENDS AND RELATIVES OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS, I'M SURE YOU HAVE ALREADY MET SOME OF THEM, I STILL MISS YOU VERY MUCH, BUT I KNOW I WILL SEE YOU SOMEDAY, I HAVE FINALLY SEEN THE FUTILITY OF BEEN DEPRESSED SO MUCH, BUT IT COMES TO EVERYONE WHO HAS LOST A SON OR DAUGHTER. WE ARE TRAVELING ALONG, TILL IT IS OUR TURN TO JOIN YOU IN THE HEAVENS. WE ALL STILL MISS OUR SON SO VERY MUCH, I'M GLAD WE HAD YOU FOR THOSE YEARS THAT GOD GAVE US TO YOU. I WILL SEE YOU THEIR (MY SON).
FROM SCOTT, YOUR MOTHER AND ME,
YOUR DAD.
December 6, 2004
Hey Shane,
I went to the cemetary yesterday to put a snowman on your grave! I am going out of town until new years so i had to go early this year! I just wanted to say hey and tell you that i miss you everyday that goes by! Be good up there in the sky!
Luv Ya,
Jess
November 28, 2004
Shane,
Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving up there in the sky. I don't think I have been on here since halloween. I am getting bad about not getting on here as much. I still miss you everyday though and that will never change. I can't believe you have been gone for so long. I was 17 when you left us and I'm 21 now. It seems a little crazy but hey. Anyway, I just wanted to write you a few lines and let you know that I miss you and you are always on my mind.
Luv Ya,
Jess
DEANNA FERNANDEZ
November 22, 2004
THINKING OF YOU THROUGH THANKSGIVING WISHING YOU MUCH STRENGTH,YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS LOVE ALWAYS
DEANNA FERNANDEZ
November 7, 2004
HI SHANE AND SHARON,THANK YOU FOR THE BIRTHDAY WISHES FOR MY SON JASON RAMIREZ!YOU ARE SO KIND,THANK YOU FOR BEING A FRIEND.GOD BLESS.SHANE HAVE FUN IN HEAVEN WITH JAY AND ALL THE OTHER ANGEL FRIENDS
Je
October 31, 2004
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!
Jess
Jessica
October 27, 2004
Hey Shane,
How is eveything going up there in heaven? I was just thinking about you and thought that I would get on here and write you a few lines and just say hey! Halloween is coming up and I am going to take my god daughter trick or treating! Sounds fun huh? Anyway I just wanted you to know that you are still missed and there isn't a day that goes by that you don't come to my mind! I know you are having a blast up ther ein heaven and your in a much better place then we are so I have peace just knowing that your ok where you are! I guess I'll go for now! Be good up there!
Luv Ya,
Jess
DEANNA FERNANDEZ
October 19, 2004
HI SHANE,IM SENDING YOU A HAPPY BIRTHDAY LATE,IM SORRY.I BEEN SO BUSY.I HOPE YOU ENJOYED WITH YOUR ANGEL FRIENDS AND HAD A BIG CELEBRATION.I KNOW YOU GAVE YOUR MOM AND FAMILY STRENGTH ON THAT DAY.THINKING OF YOU.
Sharon Hondlenk
October 10, 2004
Hey Honey,
Another birthday for you up there in the sky. We can only imagine what kind of party that was. You would have been 23 today. It just seems like yesterday but also like a lifetime. We miss you so much. Give Danny a big hug for me and now his Mom is with him there also. She left us on October 8. I know she is so glad to be home with both her sons and her husband. Well, honey just wanted to say I love you and miss you and to send you a great big birthday hug.
Love, Aunt Sharon
October 9, 2004
Hey Shane,
Just got home from the cemetary! I went and put 2 balloons on your grave today! Man I miss you so much! Well anyway, HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHANE!!!
Luv Ya,
Jess
Jessica
October 9, 2004
Shane,
What's up baby boy! How is everything going up there in the sky! HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I can't believe you have been gone for 4 years! It seems like just yesterday that it all happened! I just wanted to get on here and tell you happy birthday! Be good up there!
Luv Ya,
Jess
Jessica
September 9, 2004
Hey Shane,
Well one of my friends Kristin Vanderford is up there with you now! She died on Monday Sept. 6th!
I can't believe you have been gone for 4 years! I still just can't seem to understand why God takes away the ones you love! I just got home from her viewing and have been thinking about you all day so I thought that I would write you a few lines! Man I miss you so much! I know that the pain will get better with time! The crazy thing is that she will be buried in the same cemetary with you! So watch over her up there in the sky! She was a good girl so I know where she is! Be good up there and I'll see you and Kristin both when I get there so be waiting on me!
Luv Ya,
Jess
vicky edwards
August 27, 2004
SWE(Shane Wesley Edwards)My sweet,
Well, it stormed on your anniversary in heaven, Monday.The next day too. I changed your flowers out on my birthday, however. It was a bad day for me, and I just wanted to go to the cemetary. I miss you so much!!! I bought you a big flapping butterfly (the symbol for everlasting life), an angel, some chimes, and I put Scott's pretty lantern, that he made in VBS there.
I guess I missed your unforgetable Happy birthday wishes, or the goofy card you would get me! I talked with a lady at work, whose 18 year young daughter, was called home to the Father. She has so much faith, it gave me strength to hear her talk. She was asking me if my heart hurt, and I assured her you learn the meaning of a broken heart! It's been four years, I still have my bad days, but with Jesus Almighty, I still have hope, and peace, and joy. Joy is not the absence of trouble, but the presence of God!!!
The anchor holds!!
Thanks to all who have written. It means so much to us. May God keep you filled with the Holy Spirit, untill He comes again! Amen
Love in Christ Jesus
Sharon Hondlenk
August 26, 2004
Hey Honey,
Just wanted to say I love you and miss you. Its been 4 long years here without you. We miss you so much. Wish you could be here to see your little brother growing up, he is getting so big. Tell Danny I love him and miss him so much. It will be a year next month since he left us, does not seem possible. Hope you are all having a good time up there in heaven. Until we meet again, all my love and kisses.
Love, Aunt Sharon
vicky edwards
August 4, 2004
My #1 son, whasup??
Your dad and I took a trip in the boat up the Tenn. river. It was beautiful. We saw deer, an eagle, and God's glorious handiwork. It's been almost four years now without you here with us. The heartache has lessened, or I've learned to control my emotions better, I'm not sure. I can find joy again without feeling guilty that your not here to laugh with us. I still feel like a part of me is missing. We talked about teaching kids to swim, and I could picture you riding on my back, as you learned, like a flashback. You were such a skinny youngster. You always loved the water,and became a good swimmer. I'll always have those wonderful memories to cherish. You were a wonderful part of my life. I think you would be proud that I taught Vacation Bible School class to the teens entering the sixth, and seventh grade this year. It was a great blessing to me to give my testimony. I couldn't sleep, and I believe the Holy Spirit got me up to write this story for the teenagers, that are about to enter a critical time in their lives. I told them how you had come up to me and said, "Mom, you know one little thing can change the rest of your life." I told them about my dream, when you told me don't worry mom, if something bad does happen to me, I know where I'm going. I asked the kids if they knew where they were going? If they did super!!! Go home and tell your parents, give them a big hug, and tell them you love them!!! If not, ask Jesus to be your Lord and Savior, and He'll carry you through the trials, that are sure to come your way. I'm living proof!! If not for His strenght, I would be in the funny farm, or dead from a broken heart. He can still give you hope, when you think all of your hopes, and dreams are gone.
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your paths." Proverbs 3:5-6 I told them about a time long ago when I was a teen, and my boyfriend had broken up with me. He wanted to date other girls. I thought that was the end of the world. I ran out in front of an old lady's car. I didn't think about how killing a young girl would make her feel!! I just thought that her reflexes shouldn't have been that good. I told them if I had married that jealous, control freak, I would have run out in front of a teenager, talking on a cell phone. I thank the Lord that I survived those days, and I have a great husband now. I can look back now, and say boy was I boycrazy!! I was living in the Now Zone, where right then was all that mattered. I didn't think about what was around the bend. The birth of Shane Wesley Edwards. A miracle from God. Thanks for the time we had together. I love you. Untill we meet in eternity with Jesus.
Stay cool breeze!!!
love always mom
Jessica
May 23, 2004
Hey Shane,
How is everything going up there in the sky! I just thought I would write you a little note to say hey! Eveyone down here on earth really misses you! Your memory will forever be in our hearts! You made such a difference in so many lives! I can't wait till we will all be together again in heaven! Be good up there until we all get there!
Luv Ya,
Jessica
Sharon Hondlenk
May 14, 2004
Hey Honey, I know I haven't talked to you in awhile on here but I think about you every minute. Like your Dad says, life is so hard to go on living without our loved ones around us. We know you are in a better place but it is so hard for us left behind. And, Roger, I know what you mean, just when I think I am getting better, wham it hits you all over again. I guess we just have to take a day at a time. Just remember God is there to help us through. Shane, your little boy had a birthday yesterday, you would be so proud. Doesn't seem possible that he is 3 yrs old already. Well, honey just wanted to talk to you and please tell my honey how much I miss him. We love you all so much and miss you terribly. Stay in our hearts and souls forever, honey, we need you. Be with Mom and Dad and Scott and let them know you are always close by. We love ya much.
Sharon
THIS IS YOUR LITTLE BROTHER SCOTT ON A BIKE GIVEN TO HIM FROM SHARON AND FAMILY
ROGER EDWARDS
May 14, 2004
TO MY SON SHANE:
I MISS YOU SO MUCH SHANE I STILL CANNOT GET YOUR DEATH OUT OF MY MIND, WHEN I THINK I'M FINALLY COMING TO GRIPS I LOSE IT AGAIN AND AGAIN, YOU WERE SUCH A NICE AND KIND BOY, YOU WERE QUITE AND PEACEFUL SON. THE WORLD HAS A WAY OF CHANGING US INTO SOMETHING WE'D RATHER NOT BE, BUT TO SURVIVE ONE HAS TO DO THINGS IN ORDER TO MAKE IT INTO TODAYS SO CALLED ENLIGHTENED TIMES, I STILL MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH, SO DOES SCOTT AND YOUR MOTHER. ONE DAY WHEN CHRIST DECIDES TO TAKE US OUT OF THIS PLACE OF LIES AND DECEIT WE WILL SEE YOU AGAIN, IN A PLACE WERE NONE OF THE THINGS IN THIS WORLD CAN EVER TOUCH US AGAIN.
WITH FOREVER LOVE
YOUR DAD
Jessica McCollum
April 23, 2004
Hey Shane,
How is heaven treating you! I am sure it's great but me miss you lots down here on earth! I can't believe you have been gone for so long! I just wanted to get on here and say hey! Sorry I haven't written to you like i use to but a lot of stuff has been happening in my life!Anyway, I jst wanted to drop you a few lines and tell you that I still think about you eveyday and I miss you a lot! I'll talk to you later!
Luv Ya,
Jess
VERNAE ROGERS
April 19, 2004
congratulations..its bein good knowin u
Sharon Hondlenk
April 15, 2004
Deanna, thank you so much for all the great greeting cards and notes and poems. I hope you had a good Easter as well. You know all our guys were up there in all that splendor for the big day, it is just mind boggling to even imagine. I can see why your son was such a special boy, he has a very special mom. God Bless.
Love, Sharon
P.S. Shane, Danny, and PaPa, we miss you so much but we are keeping you alive down here very much with all of us sharing our memories with each other thanks to all the good people that have visited legacy.
Deanna Fernandez
April 13, 2004
Hi,i wanted to wish you a belated Happy Easter,i placed a poem in here for easter2 times but it never showed up so that is why my wishes are late.I hope you enjoyed your easter.Shane and Danny were with you in spirit.they probably were also enjoying the amazing celebration in Heaven,can you imagine?my thoughts were with you.
Gladys Quarles
April 10, 2004
Hello Shane
we are all thinking of you at this easter time and missing you we all love you very much i know Danny and Papa are keeping you company LOVE you lots NANA
Sharon Hondlenk
April 10, 2004
Happy Easter Shane, we love you.
Love, Sharon
Bobbi Lee
March 30, 2004
Dear Vicki and Sharon,
This ia a poem I found that is really special.
this is from Shane and Danny,
Forget Me Not
Forget me not, for I am there
In the beat of your heart,
On the wing of your prayer.
Forgive me my parting and leaving you thus,
A joyous reunion is waiting for us!
Continue to strive toward your goal and be brave.
Know that my love didn't stop at the grave.
My spirit is with you through good times and bad.
I share all the joys and the sorrows you've had.
Feel my presence within your next breath
And realize there's no distance in death.
Ask for my help and I'll answer your call.
Reach for my hand when you stumble and fall.
Run the last mile with a smile on your face.
My arms wil be waiting when you finish the race.
Always remember, my love is right there
In the beat of your heart,
On the wing of your prayer.
by Linda Shelburn Reagan
Thank you, Sharon, for your wonderful letter in my Bonnie's guestbook. It meant so much to me. I can only imagine how it feels to lose a husband. Probably like a child, or a parent, a part of your heart was buried with him. But he and Shane and Bonnie will always be with us, like the poem says, in the beat of our heart.
Love, Bobbi
Deanna fernandez
March 29, 2004
Shane,Sharon.Vicky and the rest of Shanes family and friends I wanted to say that im still thinking of you and still check into shanes guestbook when im checking on my Jason(Jason Ramirez az)it is nice to see how you(vicky )are doing and how your faith is giving you so much strength.that is so beautiful!!Sharon I havent heard from you in a while i hope you are well.its nice to know how loved our sons are and it feels really nice when people take the time to share with these great losses,it shows that people do really care.thank you for caring it really helps and it feels good when i see a new entry to honor my sons legacy.god bless
Bobbi Lee
March 22, 2004
Dear Vicki,
I learned about your son Shane several months ago when I read his life story, then his name came up again on someone else's guestbook. My daughter, Bonnie Jean Lee, died 7 months ago under similar circumstances as Shane. She was at home when it happened. She has a guest book too, feel free to visit it if you want to. Your letters about how your belief and faith have grown since Shane died are wonderful, and I am sure you have helped others with your faith. I haven't reached that yet, I hope to, but I can't let go of Bonnie yet. Your son Shane sounds like a precious boy, and I know you and your family miss him a lot.
Ashley Lambert
March 18, 2004
Hi Ms. Vicki,
My name is Ashley and I'm from Louisiana. I didn't know your son, but I was looking through the guestbooks and I came across his. I have to say it has really touched me and I'm so sorry to here that has happened to you. My friend just died in a car accident (Katelin Dorris) and I lost another friend because of a chemical reaction with some drugs he was on. I know its hard. I am a senior in highschool and just in the 4 years I have been there I have lost 25 people. I can only imagine how hard it is to lose a son. Please feel free to email me at any time. I will keep Shane's family and friends in my prayers and may God bless you guys!
Jessica
February 12, 2004
Hey Shane,
What's up home boy? Not 2 much here! Just thought I would write to you and say what's up! We all miss you bunches down here on earth! I can't believe you have been gone for so long! I am going to see your mom and dad and Scott here soon! Man I miss you so much! I can't wait to be able to see you again someday!
Luvs Ya,
Jessica
Jessica
February 2, 2004
Hey Shane,
How is everything going up there in the sky? Anyway, sorry I haven't wrote to you in so long! We all miss you a lot! I just wanted to write you and let you know that I still think about you everyday! I guess I'll go for now!
Luv Ya,
Jessica
P.S. Ms.Vicky I hope I can make it by to see you guys soon! Love Ya!
VICKY EDWARDS
January 23, 2004
Dearly beloved son,
I just ran into David's mom, at the library. She's doing good, and just bought her a house on Given.I told her I would like to see your ole buddy David. He was a great friend of yours. He was always so polite, and appreciative of me looking after him, while his mom worked. You were a little upset, during basketball games, when he started bringing a girl with him. Well she's his wife now, and they have a little boy. He's five already.
Well did you see your little brother make that basket at the game? Even if it was for the other team (the wrong goal)!!! I know you would have really gotten a kick out of that one. They still won, and I told him it was ok, the other team needed a little help anyway. I had prayed Lord let him make a basket! You have to be careful for what you ask for. You would be proud of me. I've joined Leawood Church, and I'm to be baptised this Sunday. They're going to have to hold me under a long time, to wash away all my sins! Truthfully, Jesus has already done that for me, when I asked Him to take control of my life, and forgive my sins. The day of your funeral, I couldn't sleep. I went out to sit on the curb, and talked to God. I begged for forgiveness, for all of the things that I did wrong in your short life. I begged for mercy, and strength, for the heartache was too much to bear.He heard my crying. He assured me that you were safe in His loving arms.I didn't understand why you had to die like that. You were such a loving, hardworking son. There is alot we don't understand, that we just have to leave in His care. Jesus knows the temptations we face, and can sympathise with us. Suddenly, I felt very close to God, in my anquish. I sensed somewhat of how my Lord, creator of the universe, felt as he watched His son, Jesus, bare the agony of separation from Him on the cross! A second would have seemed like an eternity,to see your child suffer. I was so thankful that you hadn't suffered, and went with the angels in your sleep. Everyone that loses a loved one asks, "How long does it take to stop hurting?" Well it's been over three years since we lost you(well not actually lost, cause I know where you are)and I am getting some enjoyment out of life again, but I'll miss you, till we meet again. The ache is right under the surface, waiting for some memory to pop right out on you! God is Great, and He's the one that has me where I am today! It's strange my first bible verse to memorize, was your first verse too, at Gateway Christian School. "All sripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness." 2 Timothy 3:16 Amen! His word is ageless, and powerful, all you need to know can be found in it's pages.
I don't know how to get over it but I know who can get you through it. He'll never leave you! You can find Him anywhere, even on the curb. Do you need a ride? He's waiting to pick you up, and carry you straight to heaven!
God Bless you all that have written, and the ones that keep on writing. You don't realize how much it has helped us.
Love in Christ,
Vicky (Mom)
I love you honey!!!
P.S. Stephen,please come by and see me. I heard you broke up, and I just need to know that your ok. I promise I won't keep you long. Love ya! I'll talk to you outside if you don't want to come in. Too many memories, I understand.
Kalyn Miller
December 25, 2003
Dear Shane's family,
My name is Kalyn Miller and I know you may not know me but my brother
Branden Madaris died at the age of 18 in a tragic car accident on June 6, 2003 and I just wanted to say I am very sorry for the loss
of Shane, especially at such a young age. My brother Branden died one week after he graduated from high school and he touched so many lives, and I know how it is to lose some one so close and so special. Well, HAPPY HOLIDAYS.
Sincerely, Kalyn Miller
Sharon Hondlenk
December 24, 2003
Hey Honey,
Well, its Christmas Eve again. It's been almost 19 years since your PaPa left us, a little over 3 years since you left us, and just a short 3 months since your Uncle Danny left us. We miss all of you terribly and wish you could be with us to bring in another year. Your brother is getting so big and so handsome and just as funny as you were. And from what I hear, so is your son. I don't get to see him much, but I hear he is getting big and tells everybody is name is Nicholas Shane. I could just see your big smile when he says that. You would be so proud. Mom and Dad are doing fine, got your namesake all fixed up and are ready to take it for a spin on the water next summer where they can be close to you out under the open blue sky and skimming along across the waves. I sure do miss our jet ski races across the ocean. And none of us will ever forget Melba Toast and yall jumping off the building into the pool. We had some good times. Lindsay and J.D got a kick out of how yall were always up to something. And I will never forget our games of Spades, where we stayed up to all hours playing, even though you did always cheat on me. But I liked it when you cheated when you were my partner. Nana is still going strong. She keeps us all laughing, shes our backbone and our strength when times get tough. Well, Shane be looking down on us tonight when we will all be fighting over the Dirty Santa game around the tree. You will get a good kick out of that. Tell your Uncle Danny I miss him terribly but like your Mom said, I am sure he is in his glory, up there fishing the crystal clear waters of heaven. Tell him his Mom is sick and to be watching over her. Give him a big hug from all of us. He could always make me laugh even when I was really down. I look back at all the good times we had in Arkansas, fishing the Norfolk Dam, eating at the Back Forty, taking home fish just about every night for supper and just soaking up the sun in the beautiful Ozark Mountains. I remember him saying one day to Lindsay as we were fishing, "watch me catch this big fish out of your Mom's back pocket. Sure enough, he threw the line right at my butt and caught the biggest fish ever. We had a good laugh over that one. PaPa, I'm sure is keeping you all entertained with his computer stories. He was the greatest Dad ever and its been so long since we have seen him. We will never forget our trip to Colorado in the motor home. Also, all our trips to Shelby Forest swinging on the vines and our little jaunts to the Sweden Creme. Well, I have run out of room rambling on about all my memories. Merry Christmas to all of you up there and as you can see we are keeping you alive down here with all our memories. We love you all and miss you so much.
All my love,
Sharon
Stephen Dagenhart
December 11, 2003
Hey man, how have you been up there? It's been three years and it seems like yesterday we were kickin it at your house. Man I miss the hell out of you. Hopefully here pretty soon we will all see each other, but untill then all I can do is write to you. I hope you and the man upstairs are kickin it like we used to. In a way we are all selfish, and want you back here with us, but it must be cool hangin out with GOD. I also kinda envy you for that. You are better off where you are. The world is falling apart down here and it is only a matter of time when we all go, but in a way that could be good, because I know you miss your folks and them you. Everybody who knew you misses you. I really need to go see your folks man, I've only been ther once since you passed. I've drove by their house a few times to go pick up Max, but couldn't stop because it is still hard. I never really told you but I considered you like my brother. You, Brad, Cody, and the rest were like the family that I never had, and I appreciate the friendship you gave me. Thank you. I'm gonna catch you next time though because it is getting late, so do me a favor up there. Keep me a seat beside you ready for me. Untill next time.
Susan Hemphill
December 10, 2003
Hey Shane... I know it's been a while since I last left you a message, but that doesn't mean I've forgotten you. It looks like I will finally be outta school real soon, which is a true blessing, In May I will be an Emt, and I will hopefully go on to become a paramedic, I'm also gonna be getting married next January so things have really been going ok for me lately. Nicholas is doing very well he has an attitude like you wouldn't believe! But he is so cute, and growing up so fast... He likes people to piont to the pictures of you in the house and when you ask him "Who is that?" He says, " My Daddy." And If you ask him what his name is he will tell you proudly, "NICHOLAS SHANE HEMPHILL", and when you ask him what mommy's name is he says..."Valerie Shane Hemphill!" So he thinks eveyones middle name is Shane. It's so cute. I swear I dont know what I will do when he moves out! I dont want to see him go, I might just take him with me after all if you ask him who he loves the most he tells you "Aunt Susan". But I better get back to work... I'll be back in touch soon.
-Susan
Christina Flores
December 6, 2003
Hi my name is Christina and came across Shane's story while I was going to read my mom's guest book. I'm so sorry for your lost my thoughts and prayers go out to you. I know how it feels to lose a loved one I lost my mom Brenda Flores on Jan,27,03 and it will be a year soon and it has be so hard for me cause she was my mother and my best friend! Please feel free to read and sign her guest book! Just always remember that Shane is your angel and he will always be with you no matter where you are! He is always watching over his family and friends!Take care and God Bless you!
Christina
megan
December 5, 2003
i am very sorry to hear about your loss, i have a very close friend that died this past year (shaun thomas hunt) due to a drunk driving accident, just remember, shane is looking over everyone and he will make sure that everyone is ok, i know its hard, i have a hard time without tommy in my life, but everything happens for a reason, just know that somewhere up there tommy and shane are watching out for each of us, protecting us from harm, God bless
Deanna Fernandez
November 26, 2003
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY OF SHANES.I LOST MY SON LAST THANKSGIVING IN A CAR ACCIDENT,IT WILL BE A YEAR THE 28 OF NOV.(JASON RAMIREZ)I WAS LOOKING AT HIS GUESTBOOK AND I CAME ACCROSS YOURS,I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ALSO.HE IS NOW LOOKING DOWN ON ALL HIS LOVED ONES ,HE IS YOUR ANGEL NOW .GOD BLESS.
Sharon Hondlenk
October 9, 2003
Hey Shane,
I can't believe it is your birthday again already. It seems like time just flies by. You would have been 22 today, it just seems like yesterday when you went to your heavenly home. I miss you so much Shane. Your Uncle Danny is there with you now. I hope you have seen him. Show him the ropes Shane since he is the new kid on the block. Show him all the good fishing spots up there in all that splendor. Tell him we love him very much and we miss him like mad. Tell him I am mad at him also for leaving me before we could retire to our mountain home. We are going to Colorado to bury his cremains in the Rocky Mountains as he requested. Tell him he doesn't have to haunt me now as I am doing as he requested. Well, you, Danny, and PaPa keep it real up there until we all shall be reunited in that wonderful place. Hope they have a birthday party for you or whatever yall do in heaven. I can only imagine. Love you much honey, and tell my honey I love him very much too and PaPa. We miss you all but we are keeping you alive here with all our wonderful memories.
Love forever,
Sharon
jessica
October 9, 2003
Shane,
Happy Birthday!!! Hey whats up with ya? Not much down here on earth! Man we miss you so much down here! I went to the cemetary today to put a balloon on your grave and ran into your mom and dad out there! Me and Gin talked to them for like a hour! Anyway, I can't believe its been so long! I just wanted to say hey and let you know that we all miss you down here on earth!
Luv Ya,
Jess
Jessica
October 5, 2003
Hey Shane,
Sorry it has taken me so long to write you! I have been so busy with school starting back and I have a new boyfriend! His name is T.J. Gadd! Does that one ring a bell! The last time I saw him was at your funeral! Now we are together! I don't know how that one happened! All that matters is that he is a good person and he treats me right!
I went out to the cemetary on your 3 year anniversary! Man I miss you so much! It doesn't seem like you have been gone for so long! I will always hold you close to me in my heart! I see Max a lot these days! He is doing good! Me and Ginger went and talked to his mom the other day! I love that woman! Anyway, I guess I'll go for now! I promise not to wait so long to write next time!
Love Always,
Jess
VICKY EDWARDS
September 3, 2003
HEY HONEY,
WE'RE STILL HANGING IN THERE, DOWN HERE.I ENJOYED THE PEACE, AND QUIET AT THE CEMETARY, ON YOUR THIRD YEAR ANNIVERSARY IN YOUR HEAVENLY HOME. WE'VE BEEN WORKING ON FINDING US ANOTHER PLACE TO LIVE. IT'S NOT GOING TO BE EASY FOR ME, TO LEAVE YOUR LITTLE HAND PRINTS IN THE DRIVEWAY, AND ALL THE OTHER MEMORIES OF YOU HERE. WE'VE BEEN HERE 22 YEARS, ON YOUR BIRTHDAY. I REMEMBER THAT DAY VERY WELL, SINCE YOU HAD TO INTERRUPT OUR MOVING DAY WITH YOUR BIRTH. YOU DIDN'T WANT TO MISS A THING. IT'S LIKE A DIFFERENT WORLD WITH YOU GONE, SO A NEW HOUSE WILL GO ALONG WITH THAT FEELING. THE STORM OF 2003 HAS PUT A DAMPER ON MOVING HOWEVER. IT WAS AS BAD AS THE ICE STORM. I KNOW YOU REMEMBER THAT ONE WELL, I SURE DO. THE GOOD LORD MADE US SEE HOW FRAGILE WE ARE! WE CAN'T MAKE IT IN THE DARK FOR VERY LONG.I ROUGHED IT FOR THREE DAYS. I REALLY ENJOYED OUR CANDLELIT NEIGHBORHOOD TALKS ON THE PORCH.THANK GOODNESS FOR GAS STOVES, AND WATERHEATERS!!
I TALKED TO YOUR HOMEY TY. HE'S LOOKING GREAT,I DON'T KNOW WHY HE DOESN'T WANT A GIRL. ONE IS GOING TO CATCH HIM YET. HE'S A SWEETHEART.
I KNOW WHY YA'LL WERE SO CLOSE. I CAN TELL HE STILL MISSES HIS RUNNING BUDDY. ANTHONY IS TRYING TO GET HIS DRIVER'S LICENSE. HE COULD BE YALL'S CHAUFFEUR.IT'S GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU JESS. I STILL LOVE YOU, EVEN IF YOU DID GET YOUR TONGUE PIERCED. MY NIECE LINDSAY DID THE SAME FOOLISH THING. I DON'T GET IT, BUT I'M A SQUARE. AT LEAST WHEN I HAD SOMETHING PIERCED, I DID IT BY ACCIDENT. TY'S MOM HAS A PICTURE FOR ME OF YOU GIVING ME THAT BIG HUG AT GRADUATION. YOU GAVE ME A ROSE, AND A BIBLE. I HAVE YOUR BIBLE AT WORK. I'M READING PSALMS RIGHT NOW. "GOD IS OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH, A VERY PRESENT HELP IN TROUBLE." PSALM 46 AMEN!! I CAN SURELY ATTEST TO THAT TRUTH. FOR WITHOUT HIM, I WOULDN'T HAVE MADE IT. HIS STRENGTH HAS CARRIED ME THROUGH THE STORMS OF THIS LIFE, AND HE HAS GIVEN ME THE HOPE OF A RAINBOW BURSTING THROUGH, IN HIS SECOND COMING. LIKE MY LITTLE SCOTT LIKES TO ASK, " WHAT WOULD YOU DO WITHOUT ME?" HUG YOUR CHILDREN, YOUR HUSBANDS, AND YOUR PARENTS. MAKE THE BEST OF WHAT YOU DO HAVE!
LOVE IN CHRIST, YOUR MOM
ROGER EDWARDS
August 27, 2003
TO MY LOVING SON, SHANE:
I MISS YOU SO MUCH, I NEVER KNEW ONE COULD GO THROUGH SO MUCH IN A CHILDS DEATH, IT'S ONE THE MOST TRAGIC SITUATIONS THAT COULD HAPPEN TO PARENTS, TO LOSE A SON OR DAUGHTER. ONE ALWAYS REMEMBERS THEIR CHILDHOOD AND SOME OF THE THINGS, A CHILD WOULD SAY, I REMEMBER YOU GOT STUCK ON BUG, EVERYTHING WAS I'M HUNGRY AS A BUG, I'M THIRSTY AS A BUG, I CAN RUN FAST AS A BUG, AND MANY OTHER THINGS WHICH SEEM TO END WITH THE WORD BUG. YOU WAS A GOOD SON, I MISS SO MUCH THAT I DIDN'T GET TO TEACH YOU ABOUT THE USES OF A BOAT, THE LAUNCHING, THE SAFETY, AND THE GENERAL USE OF A WATERCRAFT, I KNOW IN MY HEART THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN ONE OF THE BEST CONNECTIONS WE COULD HAVE MADE TOGETHER, SINCE YOU LIKED THE SPORT SO MUCH. I SEARCHED FOR MONTHS JUST FOR THE RIGHT BOAT FOR YOU TO LEARN WITH, AND THAT WE COULD AFFORD, I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT BOAT IS STILL BEING USED AND HAS BEEN ALOT OF ENJOYMENT FOR YOUR MOTHER, SCOTT AND I. WE SURE WISHED YOU COULD BE THEIR WITH US. THE FIRST TIME SCOTT WANTED TO DRIVE, BROUGHT BACK FLOODING MEMORIES OF WHEN YOU WANTED TO DRIVE OUR FIRST BOAT. I HAD TO STOP FOR AWHILE BECAUSE I COULD NOT DRIVE FOR THE TEARS THAT FLOWED FROM YOUR FATHER'S EYES, THE HAUNTING MEMORIES OF YOU, IT LOOKED JUST LIKE MY RIDE WITH YOU, SHANE. BY THE WAY THAT BOAT HAS A CROSS AND THEN SHANE #1 WITH A SYMBOL OF AN OLD ANCHOR RIDING ACROSS THE GUNWHALE, IT WILL BE THERE UNTIL THE BOAT IS NO LONGER WITH US. WERE TRYING TO MOVE FROM THIS AREA OF THE CITY, SHANE, SO MAYBE WE CAN SALVAGE SCOTT FROM SOME OF THE DAMNING THINGS THAT I'M SURE YOU WENT THROUGH WHILE GROWING UP IN THIS AREA. I WILL SEE YOU SOME DAY SON, WHERE SORROW AND THE MANY DIFFUCULTIES OF LIFE, WE WILL NO LONGER HAVE TO ENDURE. UNTIL THEN SON!!!!!!!!
WITH MUCH MUCH LOVE
YOUR DAD
Joyce McCoy
August 26, 2003
After reading Shane's life story and comments by his loved ones, I can't help but feel a connection to him. After reading many guestbooks on this website, Shane's just drew my attention. I can't imagine what it must be like to loose someone in this manner. Although I have lost family member's in the past, nothing could be comparable to this. The story written by Shane's mother was so touching. God bless you for using this tragic event to save someone from the same fate. I have so many loved ones that follow suit to Shane. Sometimes it feels hopeless and you just think it's easier to give up hope for them. After reading this story, I want to you to know that you have inspired me to do all I can to save my loved ones that want to turn to drugs and alcohol. Your son's story will be my testimony to these individuals. Thank you for your story, it is something for us all to take and spread to everyone close to us to prevent these things from happening before it is too late. I will keep all of the family and loved ones in my prayers.
Sharon Hondlenk
July 30, 2003
Hey Honey,
Its been so long since I have been on here. I come here every day, though, to see if anybody has written a new entry. Jessica, God Bless you honey. You write all the time. It is such a blessing to know that Shane was so loved by you and many others. I am sure he looks down on all of you and probably has that smirky grin on his face when he sees what ya'll are up to.
A day doesn't go by without me thinking of you, Shane, and I miss you so much. It is so hard to lose someone younger than yourself. It almost feels as if you cheated them out of life. But, God knows what he is doing and I am sure you have a wonderful job up there. Shane, be with your Mom and Dad and Scott. They need to know you are near and are with them always. Keep them safe and happy and lead them to their dream home. I know your Mom probably hates to leave your house with all the memories there of you growing up. Well, honey, just know that we all miss you terribly and love you so much. Give God a little thank you for keeping us all safe in the terrible storm we had and through the dark nights without power. I know he was there with me when I was caught in the middle of it and my car was bouncing back and forth. You probably got a kick out of that didn't you, seeing your ole aunt shaking like a leaf and crying for her Mama, for that is excatly what I did. I was terrified but as usual God was with us. It was a miracle more people were not hurt.
What a blessing!!
Well, Shane, just missing you and wanted to write and say I love you
more than you will ever know.
All my love,
Sharon
Jessica
May 12, 2003
Hey Shane,
How is heaven? I'm sure your loving it up there! Well I just thought that I would write you a few lines just to say hey! I went out to the cemetary the other day to put some flowers on your grave! Man I miss you so much! Anyway, I got a new job! I'm working at Bluff City Finance downtown! I like the job so far but I have only been there for 2 days so who knows what will happen! I am still in school but I'm out for the summer! Hey it's a good summer job! Anyway, I just wanted to check up on you and make sure you aren't giving God any problems! Have fun up there in the sky!
Luv Ya,
Jess
Jessica
March 15, 2003
Hey Shane,
What's going on up there in heaven! Same thing as always here on earth! I saw lil Max the other day! I have been on spring break this week so I have been just kickin it with everybody! I just wanted to get on here and tell you that I luvs ya and miss you bunches! Be good up there is tne sky! I'll see you when I get there!
Luvs Ya,
Jess
Jessica
February 26, 2003
Hey Shane,
How is everything in heaven? Earth is ok i guess! I just wanted to get on here and write you a little note since i haven't been on in a while! School is going ok so far and i am single as of right now! I decided school is more imortant than guys at this point plus i have all my friends to go kick it with! I just wanted to drop you a few lines and let you know what is going on down here! I miss you a luvs ya Shane! Be good!
Luvs Ya,
Jess
ROGER EDWARDS
February 21, 2003
TO MY SON
WELL YOUR LITTLE BROTHER JUST TURNED 8 TODAY, I REMEMBER THE BIRTHDAYS PAST HIS PARTY IS PRETTY MUCH THE SAME AS YOURS WERE, KIDS OVER GAMES BEING PLAYED ETC. ONE DAY, WE WILL HAVE A BIRTHDAY LIKE NO-OTHER ON THIS EARTH, WE'LL ALL BE TOGETHER AND HAVE NO PROBLEMS OR PAIN OR WORRIES OF DEATH OR INJURY THAT IS THE LORD'S PROMISE AND OF ALL TRUTHS WE KNOW THERE IS NO DOUBT THESE THINGS WILL TAKE PLACE. IF ONE WILL LOOK AT HOW THE SEASONS CHANGE FROM SPRING A REBIRTH OF DEAD THINGS THAT FOR ALL WAS KNOWN OF EACH FLOWER, TREE, PLANT, AND OTHER CROPS THE SEEDS WERE DEAD BUT IN SPRING THEY ARE REPLANTED AND THERE IS LIFE AGAIN, IF THIS CAN BE DONE WITH THE NECESSARY PLANTS IN THIS WORLD, FOR HUMAN SURVIAL, WHAT A SMALL THING IT IS FOR GOD TO REGENERATE LIFE FOR HIS CHILDREN, WHO ARE SO MUCH MORE PRECIOUS.
WITH LOVE YOUR DAD
Jessica
January 23, 2003
Hey Shane,
How is everything going in heaven? It's going ok here! I started back to school on the 21st! It already sucks but I'll make it! I got my tounge pierced and my mom thought I was crazy! Oh well! So how is your new year going in heaven? I can't believe it is 2003 already! I can't believe I will be 20 this year! I feel old! Oh well I guess you have to get old sometime! I guess I am going to run for now! I just wanted to stop by and say hey! I miss you man! Be good!!!
Luvs Ya,
Jess
vicky edwards
January 6, 2003
HAPPY NEW YEAR ALL!
IT'S HARD TO BELIEVE 2003 IS HERE.
WHAT WILL THIS YEAR HAVE IN STORE FOR US? WE MADE IT THROUGH CHRISTMAS, IN A RUSH. WE HAD A GOOD TIME WITH THE FAMILY GATHERINGS, AND I ALWAYS ENJOY SHOPPING WITH MY MOM, AND SISTERS. WE HAD OUR NORMAL FIREWORK EXPLOSIONS, EVEN THOUGH IT WAS RAINY. SCOTT DIDN'T CARE ABOUT THE BIG ONES, HE ENJOYED LIGHTING ONE BOTTLE ROCKET AT A TIME. THEY LASTED FOR THREE DAYS. WE MADE IT BETTER THIS YEAR,WITHOUT YOU HERE, BUT IT DOESN'T SEEM LIKE THE THIRD CHRISTMAS WITH YOU IN HEAVEN. WE STILL MISS YOU TERRIBLY, BUT GOD EASES THE PAIN. IT TAKES TIME. I WOULD NEVER HAVE BELEIVED IT TWO YEARS AGO, BUT LIFE, AND DEATH GOES ON. WE'RE BEING PATIENT, BUT STILL ANXIOUSLY WAITING ON HIS SECOND COMING. WE ARE READY, WHEN YOU ARE LORD. COME QUICKLY, AMEN. GOD BLESS ALL OF OUR SERVICEMEN OUT THERE. MY NEPHEW, SHAWN FOR ONE, THAT IS GUARDING THE WHITE HOUSE RIGHT NOW, AND ALL THOSE AWAY FROM THEIR FAMILIES. FOR THOSE THAT HAVE LOST A LOVED ONE, I CAN TELL YOU THAT THERE IS LIGHT AT THE END OF THE STORM, AND THERE IS HOPE. FOR IF HE IS FOR US, WHO CAN BE AGAINST US!!
LOVE IN CHRIST
MOM
THANKS AGAIN FOR ALL THE PRAYERS, AND COMFORTING WORDS, IN THE LOSS OF OUR DEAR SON, SHANE.
vicky edwards
December 19, 2002
Merry Christmas Shane,
I've been staying busy,with shopping and all the activities. I went to Bellevue to the singing tree. It was a wonderful performance this year. I don't like to go in Goldsmith's, and smell the Tommy colonge. It reminds me that I can't get you anything. Well, I'll try to help someone instead. Scott cried for you this morning, because of something that happened, that reminded him of you. I pulled his sideburn (you know his elvis sideburns) while trying to cut them for his singing program at school. As I drove him to Nana's he was holding his ear. He started crying, and when I asked him what was wrong, he sobbed, " Your going to be mad." Holding his ear, had reminded him of a time when you had held him down, so I could put ear drops in for an infection. It's strange how little things can get to you. I told him that it was ok, and that you would want him to remember you about that day, because it was funny. I got him over the ordeal, and headed to work, only to get half way, and I had to turn around, and go home. It was pouring down as usual anyway, and I got to see Scott's musical, and go to his party at 2:00. When I got to the party your brother was in trouble for eating the reindeer food. His teacher was concerned that it might make him sick. I told her not to worry, cause he swallowed a magnet, and it didn't bother him, except sometimes he sticks to the frig. He thinks he's the class clown. He don't have nothing on his big brother though, that was suspended from first grade for fighting, and also had to get sticthes for falling out of your desk. The teachers said you daydreamed too much. Probably about going home to play basketball. I'll never forget when you threw it past half court, and sunk it on the buzzer. I sure did love watching you play. I'm not sure what Scott's going to like, but I don't think it's sports. Maybe he'll like to play an instrument, or be a glass eater. Only the good Lord knows.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto thy path. (Psalm 119:105) I love you honey.
Wishing you all a safe and memorial holiday. Take time out to enjoy your loved ones. Jess I hate to hear your having a bad time. You went to the right place for your troubles, so I'm not worried about you, but you'll be in my prayers.
FOR UNTO US A CHILD IS BORN, UNTO US A SON IS GIVEN...AND HIS NAME SHALL BE CALLED WONDERFUL, COUNSELLOR, THE MIGHTY GOD, THE EVERLASTING FATHER, THE PRINCE OF PEACE. ISAIAH 9:6 WHO HIS OWN SELF BARE OUR SINS IN HIS OWN BODY ON THE TREE, THAT WE...SHOULD LIVE. 1 PETER 2:24
LOVE IN CHRIST,
YOUR MOM
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Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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