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Kayla Basford
October 13, 2016
I miss you Daddy...I wish you could come back. Its almost been 5 years cant believe it....I love you and just so you know it was never goodbye it was i'll see you later
sheri basford
April 25, 2012
I love you. Your forever in my heart
Annette Guyer
December 8, 2011
Sheri, I am so very sorry for your loss of Allen. I know he touched many lives and he will be missed forever. My prayers and thoughts go out to you. If there is anything I can do, do not hesitate to call on me.
joe clavin
December 7, 2011
Sorry to hear about your husband sheri, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
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Virginia cote dourant
December 6, 2011
Our prayers to you and your family
December 6, 2011
The light glimmering in the deepening blackness...
Sheri
December 6, 2011
I miss you always and love you even more
Lori Luther
November 17, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss, Sherry. I cried this morning. I just found out he passed today.
sheri green-basford
November 17, 2011
so hard to believe its a whole month since you've gone. I love and miss you more with each passing day
Pamela Jenkins
November 3, 2011
I knew Allen in school at Pawnee. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family.
Pam Luttrull
November 3, 2011
Allen and I went to grade school together in Pawnee. So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family. Pamela Eyer Luttrull
Lisa Greenhalgh
October 30, 2011
i am sorry for your loss. i am glad for the joy you shared. i am here if you need me
Sheri
October 30, 2011
if you're thinking about me and wondering if I'm thinking about you... I am :) I miss you more than anyone knows. <3
Cici & Nelia Sousa
October 24, 2011
So deeply sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you Sherri and the entire family.
October 22, 2011
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Sheri
October 22, 2011
The law of life is love unto all beings. Without love, life is nothing, without love, death has no redemption. Love is anterior to Life, posterior to Death, initial of Creation and the exponent of Earth. If we learn no more in life, let it be this.
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I promise to love thee wholly and completely without restraint, in sickness and in health, in plenty and in poverty, in life and beyond, where we shall meet, remember, and love again.
Alan & Kim Ritter
October 22, 2011
Life is a passing moment on a journey and we are thankful that you touched the life of Sheri and bought her joy during your time with us. Rest in Peace.
Kerri Crossett
October 21, 2011
The heart knows what the eyes cannot see and these things we know to be True:
No one is ever lost on the Path, nor left alone. The light of Love never
fades, but passes in peaceful journey through The Veil. The threads of Life never fray for they are forever part of the Great Work.
The meaning of a life is never forgotten, for The Mother and Father keep each of us always in their hearts.
You are in my thoughts and prayers Sheri and Basford family.
Tom Vollbracht
October 21, 2011
Dude i still cant believe youre gone. I will forever miss you and i know you are gonna be all right but it hurts to see you go so damn early. Peace be with ya bro and ill see you on the other side
American Heart Association
October 21, 2011
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Sonya Crain - King
October 21, 2011
I Was Very Shocked to hear The News Of Your Passing And It brought Me back to The good Old Days When we Would do Stuff That Your Dad , Steve D and Steve B diff Would Take Us Up And Pretend To Put Us In The Fack Jail ! LOL , Although I Havent Seen You For So Long I Feel Like A Part Is Missing R.I.P. My Freind
Karen Carpenter
October 20, 2011
My heart and thoughts are with you Sheri also with the Basford family.Please take care.
Rob Casto
October 20, 2011
Rest In Peace. My prayers go out to those who must endure his passing.
I'm so sorry for your loss, Sheri, and for everyone whose lives your husband touched.
Ken&Susan Johnson
October 20, 2011
So sorry for your loss Our prayers are with you all
Steve Dengler
October 20, 2011
Rest in peace Allen. Your suffering is over. When you get to heaven and have the reunion with your Dad and Grandpa, tell them hi for me.
Sheri
October 20, 2011
I Only Wanted You
?
They say memories are golden
well maybe that is true.
I never wanted memories
I only wanted you.
In life I loved you dearly,
In death I love you still.
In my heart you hold a place
no one could ever fill.
If tears could build a stairway
and heartache make a lane,
I’d walk the path to heaven
and bring you back again.
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My Husband, the most amazing man I've ever known.
I love You Allen Always. We had so many dreams and not enough time.
You will forever be in my heart
Patty Ray
October 20, 2011
Sorry to hear the loss of a really good person whom had a big heart :(
My prayer are with his friends and family. He will never be forgotten.
Fred Morenz
October 20, 2011
First time I met Allen he stole my first girlfriend in Auburn. It was 6th grade and I was heartbroken :) But not as heart broken as I am today for your loss Sheri. For rue love is the rarest of all things to find in this world.
Jackie Ortega
October 20, 2011
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~? My heartfelt condolences to my friend
Sheri & Basford Family ????--??.
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Light a Candle...
Light a candle for those we mourn.
Into a new life they will be born.
Do not look for them at the gravesite.
They are somewhere else radiating their
beautiful light.
They have gone to a new world where there is no darkness, no pain. Their light and essence will always remain.
Light a candle for those who have left this mortal place.They are free to travel through time and space.
When we think of them, they are near.
When we sit in a beautiful garden. Their voices we hear.
When we listen to a divine symphony,
We close our eyes, their faces we see.
Light a candle for they have not really gone.With each flickering flame, in your hearts they will always belong.
~Rest in peace Allen Basford? ????--??.
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October 20, 2011
May God bless you and your family through the loss of your loved one!
Penny Snyder
October 20, 2011
Sheri I am so saddened to hear of your loss... I didn't know your husband but through talking to you at SSC I could tell you guys had a very special relationship that most people only dream of... you are in my thoughts.
jamie smith
October 20, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss.
Love the SMith Family
Tina Oldrid
October 20, 2011
Sheri, You and the Basford family are in our thoughts and prayers. I want you to know that your incredible love story and this journey you and Allen had over the last year really touched our lives. I will never forget the love and strenght you both had for eachother. Our hearts go out to you and the Basford family.
Maggie Ulrich
October 20, 2011
I met Allen when I was 16 n he was 19! We became friends! He was this big stocky guy, but was a softy at heart! We had lots of fun the next 17 years, I was friends with his daughters's mom n he became the best of friends with my ex husband! We did a lot 2gether all of us! I have many pictures to remember these times n Im thankful for the pictures n memories! I hadn't been that close to Allen n the last 5 years not by either one of us choice just happened, stayed n touch through computer networking tho! When he met Sheri, I saw a different Allen! I read his status's, saw pics of them 2 n talked to him about her a few times! He found the most amazing woman, the one to love him n accept him for who he was! You could see the love n their pictures u didnt need to be present to see them u could just tell! I am greatful he met her n found true love before he passed away! He truly deserved it n was a good guy n its not fair that he is gone, but the memories will never fade!
sherry beauchamp
October 20, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad time. May your memories bring you comfort.
Alves Family
October 20, 2011
To have had what you had together, for even such a short time, is sometimes better than living a long life and never really experiencing real love and knowing real happiness. I am so sorry for the loss of the love of your life. I am however grateful that you found each other and made each others life so much more complete. He will always be with you.
kerry clavin
October 20, 2011
Im so sorry for your loss, u are in my thoughts!!
marie campnell
October 20, 2011
R.I.p.allen
Cheryl Holme
October 20, 2011
When one passes, we are reminded of how they lived and loved by the number of lives the touched. Allen touched so many. He was giving, kind, loving and will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers to Sheri and all his family and friends.
JR and Karen Rager
October 20, 2011
May the Lord bless you and help you in your time of sorrow.
JR and Karen Rager
KEVIN FORD
October 19, 2011
TO THE BASFORD FAMILY ALLEN WAS OUR DEAR FRIEND IN AUBURN ,SOMETIMES HE JOKE WITH US,SOMETIMES HE DO U A FAVOR WE WILL MISS HIM .MAY GOD HELP BLESS U IN TIME OF NEED. FROM THE FORD FAMILY KEVIN WAYNE AND WENDY
Libby Goodhue
October 19, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of the loved ones Allen left behind. Know that he is in a much more beautiful place watching down on you all and cheering you on as you travel through the journey of life. May God bless his beautiful soul.
Eugena Austin
October 19, 2011
Sheri and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Allen's passing. I hope that your faith, family and friends will help you through this most difficult time. Thinking of you all.
Robin Simon
October 19, 2011
I'm sorry for your loss!!! I only knew you and Allen for a short time but I will always remember the love you guys shared!!! I could feel the love everyday and the hint of roses!!! May peace be with you.
Brenda Lemieux
October 19, 2011
Sheri I am so saddened by the passing of your husband.. Just to see your wedding pictures or any pictures of the two of you the look in each others eyes when you looked at each other you could tell how much you were in love..... You are all in my prayers!!!!! Brenda
Agustin Martinez
October 19, 2011
•May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
•May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time
David Latraverse
October 19, 2011
Sheri,
My condolences to you and to Allen's family. May he rest in peace and never have to suffer again.
LUCIA THERRIAULT
October 19, 2011
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO SHERI AND YOUR FAMILY ,I'VE NEVER MET YOU , BUT HEARD WONDERFUL THINGS ABOUT YOU ,MAY YOU REST IN PEACE GOD BLESS YOU XO..
October 19, 2011
I never met you, but heard good things about you, and know how much you were loved by sheri. my deepest sympathy to sheri and your family ..xo
ray latraverse
October 19, 2011
sheri,and the basford family. im very sorry for your loss.
tiffany cunningham
October 19, 2011
I was very blessed to have met and been friends with allen and the entire basford family. Allen was a very polite, loving man and i knew he loved sheri with all his heart. My heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to the whole family. R.I.P Allen We all love you!
julia Cribby
October 19, 2011
Sheri- I am so sorry for your loss. Know you are in my prayers.
Karen McCurrie
October 19, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear about James. He worked here with us at Lwe's in Russellville, AR for a few short years. We would like to send our thoughts & prayers to his family.
October 19, 2011
Even in the darkest of places a flame still burns. Our love for Allen will never extinguish.
October 19, 2011
Ada: Though time, miles, and life itself have created distances between us, I still count you always as a very good friend and I wish you weren't having to endure this loss. Take care. Pam Watson, Chatham, Illinois
Jill Martin
October 19, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss Sheri. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Crissie Gruslin
October 19, 2011
I was honored to meet Allen just once, on the eve of his wedding to Sheri here in RI - he was a sweetheart and such a wonderful person to meet and I could tell, within just a few moments, how much they both loved and respected each other. It's with a very heavy heart that I heard of his passing. My deepest condolences to his family and friends and to his loving wife and friend, Sheri
Shalon Davis
October 19, 2011
My thoughts and well wishes are with you and your family.
Nicole Whalen
October 19, 2011
I'm sending my sympathy's to the Basford Family. I'm so sorry for your loss Sheri, Thou his has passed to the other side, His spirit will forever live in your heart. "They are not apart from us, but part of us, love is eternal, and those we love shall be with us throughout all eternity." Your are heavy on my heart, I will pray for you to find strength an comfort during this difficult time. (I'm a friend of Jennifer Alves)
Penny Davis
October 19, 2011
TO THE FAMILY OF JAMES ALLEN BASFORD, I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
AJ
October 19, 2011
Soar high, Superman. What are a few clouds between friends?
Roberta Beaty
October 19, 2011
There are no words to express how very sorry I am. Allen and I were good friends and it is always hard to say goodbye. Words cannot convey my heartfelt sympathy to his wonderful wife and family.
Bradley Stanton
October 19, 2011
I was saddened to hear of Allen's passing. I wish to express my heartfelt sympathy to family and friends in this time of sorrow. I shall always remember his laugh.
leslie Schubert
October 19, 2011
My condolences to your family. May the Lord our God bring you his peace and grace as you lay Allen to rest.
Bobby & Jana Clark
October 19, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Joshua Merchel
October 19, 2011
So sorry for your loss, at least he isnt in pain anymore and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts go out to you and your family. If you ever need someone to talk to, please dont hesitate to contact me.
Sue Therrien
October 19, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss, Sheri. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of need. If there is anything at all I can do, please call me.
Pamela Childers
October 19, 2011
I'm sorry for your loss. But one of gods greatest gifts is eternal life. Allen is now in heaven with his family and friends looking down on all of us smiling. Not like we remember him in his last days but before. Full if health and happiness and joy. I pray for everyone that he has ever touched in his life. But rejoice he is with the angles now.
Larna Grossi
October 19, 2011
Sheri,
I cannot tell you how sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for strength are with you and your family at this time. Please know you are being thought of.
Larna Grossi
(Jennifer Alves friend)
Angela Bartels
October 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers to the Basford family...so sorry to see him go so young.
Dawn Whitaker
October 19, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss of someone so young. My thoughts go to the Basford family. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories you shared together.
rod cook
October 19, 2011
truley will be missed,allen and dad was a good friend,may GOD bless his familey on this day
Nichole wadkins
October 19, 2011
May God bless you in these times of trouble. He will truely be missed by many.
Lisa Bland
October 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We all loved working with Allen. He will be greatly missed.
Christine Neves
October 19, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss.. We are thinking of you in these hard times.
Claudette Vest
October 19, 2011
My daily and nightly prayers for you. I love you, I'm so sorry.
Claudette
Paula Golenia
October 19, 2011
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. Thinking of you during this very difficult time.
Seth D
October 19, 2011
Condolences to you Sheri and the entire family. Prayers be with you.
Linda Crites
October 19, 2011
We would like to convey our sympathies for the loss of a fellow comrade.
Have your loved ones military services memorialized by submitting an Illinois Patriot Information Form.
Bing - Illinois Patriot Information, Print the form, Fill it out and mail it in.
God Bless,
Linda Crites
Chaplain - VFW 10302
Kim & Kelly ---- Burn Unit
October 19, 2011
We are so truly sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers will be with you all in this difficult time.
Tina Brown
October 19, 2011
Sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you all.
Sandy Berndt Plummer
Tina Plummer Brown
laurie pasquel
October 19, 2011
my thoughts and prayers are with the whole Basford family.
Nicolette Francoeur
October 19, 2011
Although I never had the honor of meeting Allen in person, I know whay joy he brought to Sheri's life. My thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
With Love,
Nicki
judith green
October 18, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Blanche Chartier
October 18, 2011
My heart goes out to you and your family. God bless. Take care. Know my prayers are always with you. Friend, Mrs.C
Annemarie Tyler
October 18, 2011
So sad to hear of your loss.
My Husband, the most amazing man I've ever known. I love You Allen Always. We had so many dreams and not enough time. You will forever be in my heart
Sheri Basford
October 18, 2011
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