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for Luke Gallagher
James Rogers
April 24, 2022
Sure sorry for the family. I went to Coleman schools from K-5 about a half a year at a time. I miss all my old classmates. Sure sorry again for the loss of such a young man. The pain never gets easier I know, but I pray all the good memories flood over the bad.
Layla Vernier
November 10, 2006
Well, Luke its been a year since I've seen your loving face. I miss you and know deep in my heart your ok. Please keep watching over me, cause the Lord knows I need all the help I can get. Im thinking of you everyday. I love you.
Debrah Luke's Mom
October 31, 2006
I wanted to reach out to some of you whose email I do not have as I thought you might like to visit a website created for Luke.
http://luke-evan-gallagher.
memory-of.com
J D Grant
October 20, 2006
I have this site set to deliver me notices when there are new entries, and I read them from a distance. I know I have no real 'right' to be here, but for several years Luke's mom and I were very close. I still consider her one of my closest friends. As I read her posts and the ones from Layla, my heart pours out to them, as I lost my own son Joushua several years ago. this message is to give those around him the assurance that although it never really gets easier, it does become bearable. I know that all of Luke's family loved him with all their heart. I know I admired and respected him for his personal attitude and strength of character. So to each of you who knew and loved him, may God's peace rest with you as you think of him this day, and may you smile as you remember one of the true heroes of our time. Thank you Luke for giving me your example of such great drive and determination in the few years that I knew you.
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MOM
October 19, 2006
Luke,
Today I remembered everything about the day that you were born. How that morning when I woke up I didn't feel quiet right. How I sat in the doctors office and you kept kicking me. How suddenly everything all happened at once and the next thing I knew you had come into my life. My precious little boy. I remembered all of the years of your life growing up. So many things I remembered. How you and your brother when you were small would get ready for bed and I would read you your favorite bed time stories and then you would each say your prayers, whatever you wanted to say and then I would tuck you both in and you would say, I love you mommie and hug me so tight. I miss those days and I miss you Luke. Happy Birthday son, Lukie, I love you.
Mom
Layla Vernier
October 18, 2006
Happy Birthday ~My Love~
Our Good Friend, Kristen died October 6th in a car accident.She was about to turn 20yrs old. I just know that she is with you now. I miss and love both of you.
Layla
LUKE EVAN GALLAGHER 10/1979 - 11/10/05
Mom
October 16, 2006
Your birthday is almost here Luke. No words to say what it feels like your not being here. Happy Birthday, my sweet, beautiful, precious son. Mom loves you.
Jeremy Smith
September 27, 2006
Man it feels like yesterday I got the call from my Dad (Kenny) about the passing of Luke. I remember where I was sitting when I got the news and I also remember not beleiving it. Luke always seemed larger than life. He was either running track at state, or hunting wild bears in Montana. He trully was a gift in my life, because he taught me so much about it. There are days when I can't get his smile out of my memory and I believe thats God's way of keeping him alive in us all. I will see Luke some day in Heaven I know. Thanks to all who have prayed and written about Luke. It's helped me with the loss of a brother ,and helped our whole family with the loss of a person we loved so much. Luke made me pray with him when I was 12 years old to accept Christ, and now today I am a Youth Minister. It's all because of Luke. He cared for me and not himself that day, and because of him I will have ever lasting life in Heaven with him. Thanks a Million. Luke loved you all!!!
Luke's MOM
August 28, 2006
I have often wondered since I wrote my last entry regarding Luke's scholarship if some might think it awful of me. If so, I would like to apologize. There is no one and I mean no one other than his dad and myself and a few others that feels the loss of Luke more. I will not even try to attempt to tell you what it is like every minute of every day. I will tell you this...I know Luke would be proud of this scholarship and would work hard for it himself if he could. So, if you don't like what I suggested then just don't do it and if you thought it was a good idea to reach out to someone in my son's name and memory then feel free to do so. I just wanted his family and friends to be aware that this scholarship doesn't contribute to itself. It takes work and dedication and self sacrifice...all the traits my son had. It would be so very much appreciated by his family, friends and of course the young person it helps.
Debrah (Luke's Mom)
August 21, 2006
The poem that I submitted below this entry I put there for a reason. I had an idea and I wanted to share it with everyone that comes here and hope that they in turn will share it with everyone they know.
Some of you may or may not be aware of the scholarship in Luke's name that is awarded each year to a graduating student at Coleman High School. It was given for the first time in May of this year to Chris Culpepper in the amount of $1,025.00. A plaque was also presented and now hangs in the trophy and plaque case at Coleman High School. This scholarship is to be given each year to a student who possesses the same values, needs and desires and Luke did when it came to education. Chris was chosen because of his strong desire to do something with his future but, did not have the financial ability to do anything with that desire. I received a thank you letter from Chris shortly after his recieving the scholarship saying that it meant a lot to him to be chosen and that he felt honored and would always live up to what that scholarship meant to us. I know that everyone that contributed to the scholarship also contributed to this young man's future. I know that would please Luke.
As for the poem and what it means to me. Of course it means I miss him each and every day. So many memories that had been forgotten have come back to me about Luke. I have relived his childhood from the day he was born until the day I went to see him one last time. But, when I seen this poem it made me think of something. From now until the end of May, when the scholarship is to be awarded again, each and every time we hear the change in our pockets or our wallet gets a little heavy, why not empty that change into a special place and tuck it away for Luke's scholarship. I know I am. And I hope you will too. Then when May comes the change in our pockets and the memories of Luke we have can be shared with someone who is special and deserving of Luke's scholarship. I know for me, after reading that poem that from now on when I have change given back to me or just lying around I will think of Luke and what that change will mean to his scholarship. I hope and pray that all of you will too.
Debrah Grant
August 21, 2006
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
August 1, 2006
I'm lost without you Luke.
Doug Dela Rosa
July 18, 2006
Hey there I still look back at this site, as much as I can I am traveling and all over the U.S. but I still feel, really bad about the things that have happened to so many people. Luke was a good friend and I guess when you have that evan as a kid..... you still miss that when you are older...that part of you that is shooting fireworks at people, running from your parents, or just being the kid that everyone knows... It is hard to know that, that part of you is never going to be there anymore. But the fact that you are still in someones memory is priceless....you hit a nerve......miss ya....Tx/Doug Dela Rosa
Lori Needham
July 11, 2006
I remember when I first met Luke. My husband was coaching a Little Dribblers basketball team, and he chose Luke and Josh Smith to be on his team. A year later he added Luke's brother Josh and Jeremy Smith to the team. When my son Reid was born, those boys came to our house and gave Reid his first little basketball. I always saw Luke as quietly powerful. He might not have said a lot, but when he did speak, it meant something. I was sitting in the audience at the Coleman High School senior assembly in May of this year when Kenny got up and with tears in his eyes presented the scholarship in Luke's name. There were very few dry eyes in the audience. That's just the kind of person Luke was. Just thinking about the hole that's left in this world with his passing leaves me with a lump in my throat. Debra, our thoughts and prayers are with you, as they are with Layla.
Tonja Matthis
July 9, 2006
Hi Debrah, Luke, family and friends:
I think of you, Luke, everyday. It is still hard to believe you no longer walk amongst us. I am leaving in the morning to go visit your Dad, Bev, Amee, Isaac, and Matthew for a few days.
I think the letter your Mom sent recently was so beautiful. I can just see you doing all those things she mentioned.
Aunt Tonja
Mom
June 27, 2006
I know it sounds silly but, I feel that coming to this place and saying what we feel at the moment somehow keeps the memory of Luke moving on between us. I know we all have different memories of him and thoughts of him each day and I really wish that all of us would come here occassionally and speak out. Some may say it is eary or whatever. I personally feel the need to come here and tell my Luke how very much I miss him. Of course I miss him each and everyday when I wake up with him the first thing on my mind. During the day when at work or just at home doing those necessary menial things, or at night when trying to busy my mind...He's always there. No matter what I am doing. Sometimes those thoughts of him bring a smile to my face. Thoughts of him fishing on the Yellowstone River with his brother. Showing his little brother how to fish and being so happy. Thoughts of him going to school the very first day and telling me he was big enough and okay to go in by himself. Thoughts of him go cart racing. Sheep riding in Montana. Getting mad at me for asking him to take his muddy shoes off at the door. Keeping a fire burning in the fire place all winter long and saying what's the point of having it if you don't use it mom. His bedroom with it's clothes on the floor, dishes and books and football stuff. His love for the outdoors and hunting and his filling up the freezer with venison each winter. His telling me, Mom are you gonna cook that deer meat in the freezer or not?" His telling me, Mom, you see these hunting clothes in this bag, don't wash them and I mean it ok. His first broken heart and his lying there on his bed crying and not understanding and confiding in me, me his mom. His first loss of a friend and his coming to me in the middle of the night just needing to know that everything was going to be okay. His joy and pride at being the best he could be living up to only his expectations of himself in football, track, basketball, grades. He would never accept less than an A. He would never accept less than winning that race. Start out slow and in the last turn leave them all behind and amaze everyone looking on. Run with the ball as fast as you could and he was fast and if someone hits you hit them back as hard as you can. And if they try to take you down make it have to be at least five of them to take you down. And when you achieve things that others haven't and yet no one else knows of these accomplishments then you say that's okay because I know what I have done in my life no one else matters but myself and God. That was Luke and what he once told me. He never boasted or patted himself on the back. He did what he did for himself and no one else and if I could write a book or make a movie about his life and the person he was and the lives he touched I know he would be an inspiration to many. I know he is to me. Luke, if I tell you anything right now and could speak to you right this minute and I knew you would hear me I would say, life is hard without you but, I go on because I know you would want me too and I want to share the rest of my life with your brother as much as I can. Words cannot express how much I miss you. How much I want that one last time to see you and talk to you and hold you and tell you that mom loves you so very much.
With all my heart I love you Luke
Todd Williams
May 9, 2006
Just thinking of my friend and how much I miss him.
Debrah Grant
April 27, 2006
Luke, I miss you so much.
Mom
Charlie (Len) Cecil
April 20, 2006
I have quite a few memories playing football and baseball with Luke. He was a great competitor with a great heart.
The world is worse off for his loss. Prayers to his family.
Layla Vernier
April 12, 2006
Luke I want you to know that I am always thinking of you. I miss you so much. I can tell that you are watching over me. Thank you for doing just that. The gym where we work out is different without you. It is very busy and everyone is more serious about working out because they learned that from you. You taught them the value of taking care of themselves. I wanted to remind you that I love you and miss you.
Kendra Diaz
April 11, 2006
I am so sad that I just found this guest book. Luke was a great guy and will be missed by all. As classmates in a place like Coleman we all have fond memories of one another, but Luke did stand out in the crowd. Luke we will miss you.... till then
Todd Williams
March 16, 2006
I know this is not want this page is intended for but it is important and I have wanted to say this for awhile. I have been going throught alot of struggles in my life since Luke died and I did not know how to deal with them. And they are nothing compared to what his family went throught but they are still bad. Me and my girlfriend have been fighting alot and grown apart some and that scares me because you never know how long you have with the people you love the most. I found out how fast you could lose someone that seemed to be you thought would be there forever. So Luke if you here this hope you are showing God a thing or two about working out and hope you are free of any pain that you had. I miss him alot and need his advise on alot cause you could always depend on him to give it to you straight. Can't wait to see you again Luke. Todd
Michael Dossey
March 13, 2006
I knew Luke from the day he moved to Coleman to the day he left. We grew up together and always stayed close friends. He will always be remembered.
John McCulloch
February 27, 2006
Luke lived on a ranch and attended grade school in Two Dot Montana. His Dad, John Gallagher, taught him to trap animals to make some extra money. One time he trapped his step mother's cat (Beverly Gallagher is his step mother and my daughter).
My wife, Sylvia, and I spent a lot of time with Luke and his brother, Josh, when they were little. They were always neat kids. We will miss Luke.
I want to thank those who set up this web site for Luke. It was very thoughtful you, whoever you are. God Bless!
Jeremy Fain
February 21, 2006
Luke,
I was thinking about you today.
Even through the tears you still make me smile. Thanks for the memories.
Jeremy
Cathy (Evans) Barkemeyer
February 18, 2006
I just want to say that i was one of Luke's former classmates in school. I remember him as a very sweet and caring and a very quiet guy. When i heard about his death it was a shocker to me. I thought to myself why did it happen to such a nice guy as Luke. I wanted to let the family know that i am very sorry about your loss. He will be deeply and greatly be missed,but he is always watching over everyone in the sky above.
Doug Dela Rosa
February 17, 2006
I just want to say that I knew Luke for most of my younger years in Coleman and he was always a great person and friend. I will always remember all the times we had in that small town and am deeply sorry for such a loss.. I just heard of the news and am sorry for this. I wish all of his family and friends the best and again am truely sorry. I will remember him for his great smile and all the ways we got into trouble as teenagers together. (Never to much trouble) A truely fun guy....he is missed....
Jeremy Fain
February 16, 2006
What can I say that has not been said? Luke was the man. I grew up with ol' Luke, and man was it interesting. At one point Luke and I even got into a fight over some silly issue. After the short fight, when we were in the principle's office about to be punished all we could do was laugh with each other. I love Luke like a brother. I never told him that.
I remember when Luke and I had the same writing class in 8th grade. The teacher, Mrs. Jameson, told me to go to the chalkboard and write a sentence. I went to the board and wrote this, "Luke has little muscles." I am not making this up. I do not know why I wrote it, I had little muscles too. I was not trying to embarass Luke or anything like that, I just wrote it. I can not explain it. Luke I am sorry.
I can also remember when we were in Mr. Butler's computer class, before Luke turned in his paper he typed his name one the top, but instead of putting "Luke Gallagher," he put "Sir Lucas of Gallagher". The man was a genius. Luke I could write a novel about a man such as yourself, and some day I just might, but until then, thank you for blessing my life. I will see you bench pressing the sky.
Holly Stovall
February 16, 2006
Luke and I went to High School together and he was a good humored and over all wonderful person. I'm very sorry to hear of his death. He will be remembered.
Jeremy Smith
January 29, 2006
Luke was my step brother for about 15 years. I grew up with him, and have known him most of my life. Our parents divorced when I graduated HS from Coleman in 1999, but we was and is still my brother. I never considered him as anything else, even know by law we are no longer related. Luke was always a big brother to me, and always looked out for me. He cared about his friends and family like they were all brothers. We will all miss Luke, and he can never be replaced. I will always have him in my heart and memories, and I thank God for that every day.
Michael Brinkley
January 27, 2006
Luke and I attended Coleman High together. I have alot of good memories with Luke. We used to go hunting together. I can remember very well his passion and love for the outdoors. I haven't seen Luke since high school. Actually the last time Luke and I went hunting together he left his hunting jacket in my pickup. After my sister Michelle called and gave me the news about Luke I wore that jacket on my next hunt ( got a turkey, maybe Luke would have been proud). If any family member would like this jacket email me and I will try to get it to you. God bless, Michael Brinkley
Crystal
January 26, 2006
I have come to this guestbook I dont know how many times I wanted to write something but didnt have the guts to. I remember Luke very well I have known him for quite a few years the one thing that I remeber most about Luke was his honesty. Debrah you made Luke into the man he was and you are a wonderful insipriation for future mothers. Layla I hope someday I truely find what you and Luke had together. Until we meet again may god bless you and keep you safe always.
Debrah Luke's Mom
January 22, 2006
For awhile now I have sat down in front of my computer every day and pulled up this site and read the beautiful touching words that those who have come here have had to say. I have tried each time to start to say something but, couldn't. I couldn't because I was thinking of me, myself and my loss and the pain that I feel. I realized I couldn't because I was thinking of those things and not of the true meaning for this guestbook which is to remember not the loss or the pain but to remember Luke...the friend...the nephew...the love of your life....the son.
I can remember the day Luke was born like it was yesterday. He took his time, almost ten months rather than the normal nine and then without any warning he was ready to be born. I remember his round little chubby face and his big blue eyes. When he was three days old and laying on my chest he raised his wobbly little head and looked right into my eyes. I didn't know that three day old babies shouldn't be able to do that until I told others and they thought I was crazy. But, he did. And I knew from that day on that he would be so special and that he had my heart and my love unconditionally no matter what. He never fussed or cried like other babies. People were always amazed at how good he was and how very smart he was. He loved lights. Any kind of lights. At night when we would go out he would constantly say "lights, lights, lights" Lights just made him so bubbly and happy.
He was not so sure though when his brother Josh came along whether he liked that or not and would not come near either of us for two weeks after I brought Josh home. Through out their first 18 years together Luke seem to make it his mission to see that his brother became a good person. I remember when Josh graduated Marine boot camp Luke said, see all that pickin and whoopin his butt paid off. I guess it did. Then when Josh went to Iraq if Luke didn't hear from Josh he would be callin me wanting to know if I heard anything from him myself. I could hear in his voice not only the concern for his little brother but, the love. I am so grateful that they both got so close and loved each other and knew they loved each other.
Twenty six years ago Luke changed my life forever. He gave me reason and purpose and showed me what it is to love someone with no conditions, totally and completely, no matter what.
November 10, 2005, Luke's leaving this world has taught me never to take anything for granted and that most things in life that we think are big problems or we worry over this or that thing they just really are so small and trivial. We just spend to much time worrying about silly insignificant things compared to what could come in a phone call in a split second.
My son taught me a lot things in his life. Good things. He was my hero and always will be. As parents we see times when we are not so proud of our children but with Luke I cannot ever recall a time that I felt that way about him.
I know I will see my Luke again and I am grateful for that and knowing that is what gives me hope and strength until that day. I cannot wait until that day when I can wrap my arms around my son again and tell him that I love him and I missed him so much.
J D Grant
January 18, 2006
Luke Gallagher. One truly awesome individual. His mother Debrah, was my best friend. We met on several occasions, the last being at his brother Joshua's graduation from Marine Boot Camp on Parris Island. I remember thinking while seeing all the marines there, that the Corps would love to have a recruit that resembled him. He was always neat, well kept and very polite. His dedication to life went beyond extraordinary. I know that is why he did so well in everything he attempted. His mother told me about him and how he was growing up. About being on the varsity football team while just a freshman in high school, and about how when he practiced, he pushed the limits of extreme. It is obvious to anyone who knows them that he brought that same determination to his relationship with his fiance, Layla.
Layla, just a small note to encourage you that you have much to be proud of when you think of him. It is very apparent to me that he loves you with all his heart and will be waiting for you to complete the tasks that God has remaining for you. When you think of him, rest assured that he touched the lives of everyone he came in contact with. May God continue to bless your life.
Debrah, I know you will miss him until you get to meet again, but just as with your son Josh, you have the right to be proud of how strong and caring a son you helped to raise. I know they love you with a special love that not all children feel.
And John, from one father to another, it is never easy to be strong in times like this. But it is very easy to be proud of a son such as Luke. He was obviously influenced and got many of his traits from you. God bless you sir.
Carla Tunello
January 4, 2006
Layla sent me this website link over a month ago to sign the guestbook but I didn't want to just say a few words. I wanted to sit down, and really think of what I need to say then, type what I thought.
Well, what can I say about Luke? No words can describe Luke and how much of a good person he was. One of Luke's great qualities was his honesty. If you wanted to know something he would tell it how it was. He was a very blunt person. I was one of the lucky people chosen to be part of Luke's life while he was here on earth. I enjoyed the weekends when he and Layla came over to go out in Birmingham,spend the night or just sit around and talk. I always enjoyed our talks whether it was about fitness cause I would learn more or if it was about every day life. I would always learn something from him OR Layla. "Luke & Layla" was never apart and I could never say just Luke's name or Layla's name by itself. I catch myself now saying it after he has left us but I know he has not left Layla so I suppose it is okay to still say it. Everyone was envious of the relationship between Luke & Layla. It was like a fairytale..PERFECT! I am so proud of knowing Luke and I will always remember him in my thoughts and in my prayers, you too Layla. You both will always be considered one of my best friends and I love you both. When I got the call about Luke passing aways I was very angry but then I realized what he was sent to do up there. He was sent to watch out over us and keep us safe. Keep up the good work Luke.
LUKE YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED!
Brad Pugh
January 1, 2006
I did not know Luke very long, but I can say he was considered a close friend in the short time I new him. He was a good hearted genuine person. I know Luke and I, would have remained close friends for a lifetime. May God bless his kind soul and keep him forever and ever, Amen.
Casee McKay
December 28, 2005
Of the few times I met Luke he was always generous, honest, and fun-loving. He had a genuine spirit that shined through on his face and on the face of the one he loved the most...Layla. He will be missed and in our thoughts forever.
Layla Vernier
December 8, 2005
Luke was the most wonderful man I had ever met. I love him so dearly. He was always telling me that he loved me, I was beautiful, your perfect, etc. He never would let me leave the house in the mornings without me kissing him and saying that I loved him. When I would get off work and check my messages on my cell he would leave me little messages throughout the day. It got to the point when I could not wait to get my messages. We lived off of love!!
When I first me him, I was engaged. At that point, I knew I was with the wrong person. I would dream about he and I being together. God's plan was for us to be together. He told me several times that he did not know why he came to Alabama because he had a good life in Texas, but he felt that God brought him there because I was here waiting for him. He made me so happy. Everyday was a special day with him. We learned so much from each other. He taught me how to love. I taught him how to budget money. I taught him how to be honest. He taught me that spending time with each other was important to build a beautiful relationship. We were best friends. Sometimes we would stay up hours of the night talking in bed about how special our relationship was.
I would sometimes look at him and get chills because I was so proud, in love, and happy. He was my companion. We were going to marry. We spoke about it all the time. He told me that he knew exactly how he was going to ask me. I do not know why he felt he needed to ask, he knew the answer.
In Alabama we were known as "Luke and Layla". One of my friends called us Barbie and Ken. Now that I think about it, that is true because we had a fairytale love that most people want and never recieve. We had it. Thank you lord for blessing us with that. Due to our love, I believe that I am strong enough to live here on Earth until it is my time to go home to see my baby, Luke.
I miss him and love him so much.
Layla Vernier/Gallagher
Todd Williams
December 7, 2005
I knew Luke for about six year and we have been friends ever since. He was a great person, he was always there for me when I needed him. He will be missed by me and all his friends that he met in Alabama. He was more than a workout partner he was my best friend.
Crystal Gallagher
November 26, 2005
Unfortunately I did not have the opportunity to know Luke in person, but he has left an incredible legacy. I was so touched when I heard the sweet stories of the many ways Luke touched various lives. My favorite was the story Jeremy told about Luke taking him to an African-American church where Luke persuaded Jeremy to go to the front of the church during the invitation. They prayed together, and Jeremy accepted the Lord into his heart. In my oppinion there is no act of love more important. I was even more blown away when Jeremy announced that he is a youth minister. Luke knew exactly where to plant the seeds, huh? It's not a question one can ask out loud about someone who passes-- "was he saved?" But my heart ached to know. Thank you, Jeremy for answering my question.
Even though I did not have the privilege of knowing Luke, He has truely changed my life. I must confess a terrible mistake I have been making every day in ignorance. I have taken my beautiful children and my new husband, the most perfect, kind, loving, and gentle man for granted. Luke showed me this mistake and taught me to love them with my whole heart, and to be more patient in everything. They belong to God, not me. He has intrusted these wonderful gifts to me to care for while we are here. We do not know when He will call any of us home. We don't know who will go home first. Luke taught me to do my best in making sure that I don't miss any opportunity to love, laugh, nurture, hold, cuddle, teach, touch, comfort, pray, listen, and make happy memories with my gifts from God.
Luke, thank you for teaching me the most important lesson of my life. I can't wait to meet my awesome nephew some day.
My love and sympathy to all Luke's family and friends.
Crystal Gallagher
November 26, 2005
Unfortunately I did not have the oppertunity to know Luke in person, but he has left an incredible legacy. I was so touched when I heard the sweet stories of the many ways Luke touched various lives. My favorite was the story Jeremy told about Luke taking him to an African-American church where Luke persuaded Jeremy to go to the front of the church during the invitation. They prayed together, and Jeremy accepted the Lord into his heart. In my oppinion there is no act of love more important. I was even more blown away when Jeremy announced that he is a youth minister. Luke knew exactly where to plant the seeds, huh? It's not a question one can ask out loud about someone who passes-- "was he saved?" But my heart ached to know. Thank you, Jeremy for answering my question.
Even though I did not have the privilege of knowing Luke, He has truely changed my life. I must confess a terrible mistake I have been making every day in ignorance. I have taken my beautiful children and my new husband, the most perfect, kind, loving, and gentle man for granted. Luke showed me this mistake and taught me to love them with my whole heart, and to be more patient in everything. They belong to God, not me. He has intrusted these wonderful gifts to me to care for while we are here. We do not know when He will call any of us home. We don't know who will go home first. Luke taught me to do my best in making sure that I don't miss any oppertunity to love, laugh, nurture, hold, cuddle, teach, touch, comfort, pray, listen, and make happy memories with my gifts from God.
Luke, thank you for teaching me the most important lesson of my life. I can't wait to meet my awesome nephew some day.
My love and sympathy to all Luke's family and friends.
Theresa Fine
November 25, 2005
My fondest memory of Luke is when he was a young child. I remember so well the times that my husband, Les and I would take Luke, his brother Josh and their cousin Rainy to look at the Christmas lights. I remember his big blue eyes with such excitement, wonderment and innocence at the beautiful Christmas decorations.
I also remember Luke and the children coloring Easter eggs with my brother, their Uncle Brent.
Luke grew up to be a remarkable young man, determine to get an education. He had such a promising and sucessful life ahead of him and I was so proud of him.
But I will always cherish that precious little boy and will remember him in that way.
Love,
Aunt Theresa and Uncle Les
Tonja Matthis
November 23, 2005
Luke was a young man to be admired. He was devoted to his family. He was going to graduate from the University of Alabama this year. He both worked and went to school. He also received some scholarships. I am very proud of him.
Love,
Aunt Tonja
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