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BENTLEY SEIFER Obituary

BENTLEY DAVIS SEIFER - BURLINGTON - Bentley Davis Seifer, age 12 passed away on July 12, 2011 while enjoying the natural surroundings of the Bolton Potholes. Bentley had a very full and happy childhood. The abrupt end of his life has challenged us all to live better lives. Bentley was born an only child to the proud parents of Julie A. Davis and Bruce F. Seifer on Nov. 17, 1998. Bentley was truly a gift after many failed attempts to bear a child. Bentley was named after the famous Vermont photographer, Snowflake Bentley because he was born on the first snowfall of the season and because his parents were struggling to find a name that began with "S" to honor Bentley's late grandfather, Stanley Seifer. Bentley was a happy, active infant and child. He was walking while holding his mother's hand at the age of three months, and walked a mile from Church Street to his home on his first birthday. Bentley has put his parents to the test since the day he was born. He was always on the move and never fond of sleeping. He has also been prone to illness and injury. His parents have spent many sleepless nights over the years battling sinus infections, numerous allergies, a series of severe episodes of poison ivy and various other injuries and ailments including salmonella poisoning. Throughout it all, Bentley was a trooper, always up for the day no matter what was presented to him. Thankfully, this pattern of illness and injury slowly disappeared over the years and he transformed into an athletic, sensitive, respectful and kind-hearted boy who loved to hang with his friends, doing most anything they wanted to do. He possessed an emotional intelligence far beyond his years as recognized and appreciated by all around him. When Bentley was a toddler, he would get up every morning with his mother to color and draw "abstract" sorts of things. He also loved to build forts with his many neighborhood friends and swing on the homemade swing he and his mom made on the tree next to the front of the house. It became a magnet for every young child in the neighborhood for several years. Bentley also loved to help his dad with all of the gardening tasks around the yard in the summer and snow shoveling in the winter. He loved to work with his dad at the workbench and his talent as a blossoming engineer was reflected in discovering "How Things Work", inventing and building things like his grandfather Seifer and great-grandfather Seifer before him. Callahan Park was Bentley's second back yard. He spent many hours there with friends playing wall ball and frisbee, chasing butterflies, climbing trees, chasing squirrels, and digging in the dirt. He also participated in the team sports of soccer and baseball. When it snowed he was the first one outside to clear the trails and loved building snow forts and snowmen and throwing snow balls. In his early years, Bentley was fortunate to be cared for by an extended network of friends and neighbors including Maureen Cannon, Sandy Costes, Josh Lobe and Sharon McConnell, Holly and Ian Jeffers, Missy McCarthy, Jenny Eddy and many other friends and relatives. Bentley attended Trinity preschool for two years where he gained a reputation among the children for being a lot of fun and absolutely hating naps. Bentley then attended Champlain Elementary School where he was loved by all his teachers and classmates. He just completed grade 6 at Edmunds Middle School where he was an excellent student making high honor roll every semester. He was on the Edmunds Soccer Team and played the saxophone in the school band. He shied away from the limelight except when he was asked to step on the pitcher's mound for his Little League and All-Stars teams. After a couple hundred falls, Bentley displayed a special talent for skiing and together with close friends and family he conquered every trail on the mountain at the Bolton ski area. Bentley is survived by an astounding array of loving family, friends, and acquaintances including his parents, Julie A. Davis and Bruce F. Seifer of Burlington; his maternal grandparents, Thomas and Delores Davis of Barre; his maternal aunts, uncles and cousins, Michael and Sylvia Davis, and their children, Justin and Andrea, Corinne Davis and her cat Oliver, Linda and Duane Chambers and their sons, Christopher and Schuyler, Timothy Davis and his children, Jennifer and Sarah, Dan and Steve Davis, Dawn and Jay Wolk and their children, Brett and Rachel, David and Jo-Ann Davis and their son, Taylor, Richard and Claudine Davis and their son, Joshua; Karen and David McKenny and their children, Niki, Alex and Katie. On his paternal side he is survived by, Marc and Lois Seifer, and Meri and John Keithley and their children, Devin and Dara. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Stanley and Thelma Seifer, who are ready to welcome him with open arms. Bentley and Thelma were a lot alike in character and had a unique bond. She was quick to say that Bentley was "special" every time his name was mentioned in her presence. He is also survived by a very loving group of friends including, George, Sean, Schuyler, Walker, Oliver, Yo-yo, Henry, Wes, Sage, Kaelin, Maddie, Nico, Max, Jonas, Charlie, Sam, and the rest of his classmates at Edmunds Middle School, his teammates on the Burlington Americans All-Star baseball team, the Little League Reds Team, the Catamount Soccer team and so many other friends, neighbors and acquaintances too numerous to mention at this time. A memorial service was held on Saturday, July 16, 2011, at 12 noon at the First Unitarian Universalist Society Church at the top of Church Street in Burlington, at 152 Pearl Street. In lieu of flowers, the Davis-Seifer family requests that you kindly donate to the Bentley Davis Seifer Memorial Trust for the placement of a community bench in his honor at Callahan Park. Please send to the "Bentley Memorial Trust Fund" in c/o Collins, McMahon & Harris, 308 Main Street, P.O. Box 1623, Burlington, VT 05402.
There is a Candle
There is a candle that lies deep within you
the light of which
keeps you safe and warm where ever you are.
Keep your hands cupped around the flame
so it will not quiver
when the winds of change blow open your door.
Julie A. Davis (2010)

Published by The Burlington Free Press from Jul. 14 to Jul. 17, 2011.
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Thinking of you today sweet Bentley. I just reread your story on here and am touched again at what an amazing child you were. I can't believe you walked home from Church Street when you were one! Sending love to Julie and Bruce today. xoxoxo

carol greenberger

July 8, 2022

I remember this day in 2011, you were here with us. You, Sean, Caelan, and Gunnar were all adventuring together. The four of you dividing time between the pool, the lake, the woods, and the field....It was high summer, many popsicles were devoured, The wooden sticks pushed down into the flower pots because coming all the way inside to dispose of them took too much time Away from the next place that needed exploring... My heart swells with the memorIes... You were and always will be a gift in my life and the lives of my children and our friends...You reside deep in our souls, deep within our DNA, and I cherish you now as much as I did then...hallelujah, my dear Bentley, for the goodness you brought into and unto our world still resonates deeply...

Holly Hauxjeffers

Family

July 8, 2020

Dear Julie and Bruce - Reading the Bolton Pothole article in the latest issue of Seven Days, I had a painful feeling in my gut when I saw Bentley's name. I didn't want to connect the dots, but they have led me to you both. We are away each summer visiting my wife's family in Europe, so I missed Bentley's passing. I want you to know how fond I was of both of you and know in my heart that you gave him the best life possible. He was lucky to have had you as parents. I will hold you closer now. All the best,

Your friend,
Steve Holmes
East Montpelier

January 22, 2016

Bruce,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. God Bless you...

Timothy Gero

July 3, 2015

Prayer On This Anniversary
My dear Bentley is gone; but all the goodness, the sweetness and nobility of that life I well remember.
Love Ure Dad,
Dad

Bruce Seifer

July 12, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss

Ashley Williams

December 11, 2012

Dear Bruce and Julie,
Thinking of you every day.
Love, ginni

August 31, 2012

I have imagined Bentley watching from the trees as everyone has been traveling to school...and he was tugging at my heart as I picked up some garbage from one of the playgrounds yesterday. It looked beautiful when the cleaning was done. Always an inspiration that one....
love, light, and dreams

holly

August 30, 2012

Thank you all for your kind words and support. It has been over a year since Bentley died and his spirit fills our hearts every day.

This being the first day of school Bentley would have been looking forward to this time with his friends. Know there are trees planted and standing strong in Bentley's honor at Edmunds Middle School, Champlain Elementary School and Calahan Park.

Sincerely,
Bruce Seifer, Bentley's dad

Bruce Seifer

August 29, 2012

Dear Julie and Family:
So very sorry for the loss of your beloved Bentley. Thoughts and Prayers are with you.

Sharon O. Sheldrick, Castleton, VT
VT HITECH, Rutland 2001-2002

August 9, 2011

As strangers, but one in the same due to the profound love that I too have for my children, I feel it is important, and hopefully valuable, for you to know the impact the loss of your son Bentley has had on myself & my family. Two of my children, Kendall age 10 & Amari age 8, were at the potholes the day that Bentley was lost and have been overwhelmed with sadness & concern ever since. To this day, they talk about him, wondering what he was like, wondering if maybe they were playing a game on the same day at the same field. More so, they have been worrying about what life must be like now for you, his family. They attend Christ The King School in Burlington & have said that they will think of Bentley every time they are at the park. They hope to one day sit on his bench. The girls are young in spirit & naive to grief of this magnitude but have shown a level of empathy that has made me proud. Myself, I have ended many a day with Bentley being the last thought I have before I go to sleep & have shed many many tears for your pain. We will continue to pray that the love & appreciation you have for your family will help give you the strength needed to continue loving life; More so, strength from the wonderful memories you have been able to create from the precious time Bentley was in your life. I am a strong believer that children are a gift that God gives us as a privilege. They are not an entitlement or a guarantee but instead a blessing. Because they are His children first, He has the right to take them from us whenever He sees fit. I think the purpose is to have them in our lives long enough to make a permanent positive impact on the future and to ensure that we have learned enough from them to be better people. My daughter Amari said to me, "Bentley must have been so extra special that God couldn't be happy anymore without him... He needed him to come back home." Hopefully you can find comfort & hope knowing that your beautiful son Bentley is living strong in the hearts of my children; in the hearts of strangers.

Cherie Burke

August 4, 2011

Bruce and Julie -

I am so saddened by the loss of your son. As the mother of an only child I cannot imagine your pain.

Please know that my thoughts are with you. May we all take on Bentley's challenge for us to live better lives.

Sarah Carpenter

July 29, 2011

Bruce,
My heart goes out to you and your family. May you find peace and hope in the memories of your son.

Very sincerely,
Larry Tucker

Larry Tucker

July 28, 2011

Dear Bruce and Julie

As there is only one grandchild left and I have time to reflect just wanted to thank you again for the honor of helping with your services. - Ray

Ray Jacoby

July 27, 2011

Everyone speaking of your loss feels an empty space. Jean and Ted Martin (Saratoga Springs, N.Y.)

July 21, 2011

Words cannot express my sorrow at your loss.

Cyndi Christensen

July 20, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Russ & Lois Kelty

July 20, 2011

July 20, 2011

Dear Julie & Bruce,

We just learned of the tragic loss of your very precious son and send you our deepest, most heartfelt condolences.

Rick and Nancy Kisonak
South Burlington, Vermont

Nancy Kisonak

July 20, 2011

Julie, it has been many years since we played as young children on King St. in Barre, but they are such fond memories. I wanted to express my sincere condolences on the loss of your precious boy, Bentley. Please pass on my condolences to all your family and especially the Davis clan who are a part of my childhood.
Bette Pirie

Bette Pirie

July 19, 2011

Dear Bruce and Julie,
There simply are no words to express the depth of grief I feel for you in the loss of your beloved Bentley.
May time eventually bring healing and acceptance.
My love and prayers are with you.
Noni Stuart

Noni Stuart

July 19, 2011

Dear Bruce and family,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Bentley, he seemed like a pretty amazing kid. My thoughts and prayers are with you, take care.

Becca McNamara

July 19, 2011

Dear Julie and Bruce,

My heart goes out to you during this time of great tragedy and loss. As time goes by, may you find some measure of comfort, solace and healing through your fond memories, the love of your large family and many friends, and your deep commitment to and good works for your community.

With Deepest Condolences,

John Romano
Arlington, VA

John Romano

July 19, 2011

Dear Julie and Family,
I was so saddened to hear of Bentley's untimely passing. My prayers are with you as you grieve.

Sue Poirier

July 18, 2011

We wish to offer our sincerest condolences on your loss. Michael Lillian and Cynthia Segal

Cynthia Segal

July 18, 2011

As I take my walk at lunch I see snowflakes every where in July and I know that Bentley has touched so many lives in his 12 years here on earth. I hope that you can find comfort from this and over time all the cherished memories outlive all the sadness you must feel now.

Sue Cronin

July 18, 2011

My heart goes out to you. I am so very sorry.

Cindy Reid

July 18, 2011

Bruce and Julie, we haven't met, but I feel like Bentley was part of my life through the amazing Burlington community's strong interconnections. Spirit is bigger than any words I could offer. May you know peace and infinite love.

Jena Strong

July 18, 2011

For Bentley

July 18, 2011

For Bentley and all those that loved him dearly!!

Laurie Mitchell

July 18, 2011

Dear Julie and Bruce, You will be in my prayers and my heart goes out to you. Julie you were the one that helped me stay strong when my sons dad pased away during HITCHEC training for Dealer.com. Though I haven't seen you since then as a mother I can feel your loss. May God give you peace and a deeper trust in him to go on while Bentley's candle remains lit for you in your heart. All my Love!

Laurie Mitchell

July 18, 2011

Dear Julie,
Words are so inadequate at such a sorrowful time. Just wanted you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Betty Bezanson,
VT HITECH class 2004-2005

July 18, 2011

To Bentley's Mom and Dad: There is nothing more tragic than the loss of one's child. May you find comfort in the coming days and month's surrounded by friends and family. God bless you, and God bless Bentley.

Bonnie Brasure

July 18, 2011

Dear Bruce and Julie, I am traveling out of state and just heard the tragic news about Bentley. I am so sorry. Bentley sounds like a wonderful person who lived life to the max. You can't help but feel inconsolable at this time. Just know that many of us have known unbearable loss and are feeling deeply for you both.

Martha Abbott

July 18, 2011

Julie and Bruce,
We are loving you and hugging you in our hearts and will remember dear sweet Bentley always. I hope to see you when we are there in August.

Carol Greenberger

July 17, 2011

I don't know you but I have children of my own and I can't imagine anything worse than losing one of them. I hope that your memories of Bentley help you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tara

July 17, 2011

Bruce and Julie,
Although I never knew Bentley

July 17, 2011

Terri and I are so sorry to hear of Bentley's passing. We are sure he will be missed by so many folks, especially his Mom and Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bruce and Julie at this very sad time.
RIP, Bentley.

Rich Feeley

July 17, 2011

JOAN LEAHY

July 17, 2011

JOAN LEAHY

July 17, 2011

Dear Julie, Bruce, your families and friends: So often I have thought of you these past days. I am ever so sorry about your loss of Bentley. Thoughts of peace, healing, and comfort go from me to all of you.

From one of Julie's So. Burlington MTs,

Barb Potter

July 17, 2011

I grieve with you today. Bently was a wonderful child and I consider it a priviledge to have spent time with him during his years at Champlain.

Dianne Tkach, former Librarian

Dianne Tkach

July 17, 2011

Dear Bruce and Julie....even though I don't know Julie I have fond memories of working with you Bruce many many years ago, I can not express in words how saddened I am to hear of your loss. I have been thinking about this for awhile wondering if that is your son and finally read the obituary and my heart just dropped. My thoughts and prayers are with you both at this time.

God Bless from a old co-worker
Sally Duffy

July 17, 2011

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Davis And Seifer families; we are so very, very sorry for your loss.

Doug & JoAnn Morissette

July 17, 2011

Bruce & Julie: I was overwhelmed with emotion at Bentley's Celebration of Life Ceremony yesterday. I cried, laughed, applauded and felt the incredible love and strength from the parents of such a wonderful child. You were truly blessed to have Bentley in your lives. What an out pouring of support from those who love Bentley and you both. I truly enjoyed being part of Bentley's celebration, I know he is a Guardian Angel surrounding us with protection and his spirit is amongst us as we continue our journey on this earth. I'm praying and thinking about you and your family. Lisa Chicoine.

Lisa Chicoine

July 17, 2011

Lisa Chicoine

July 17, 2011

There are no words...
With Deepest Sympathy.

Suzanne

July 17, 2011

Dear Bruce,
How devastating to have lost your beloved boy. I am grateful to have gotten to meet Bentley, and to have witnessed the special relationship you two had.
I am so sorry you have to experience such a deep loss.
Sending love.

Karen Solomon

July 17, 2011

Dear Bruce & Julie,
Sandy called me while you were still at Bolton - waiting... I immediately lit a candle for Bentley and have had you both very present in my heart moment by moment ever since. I am so sorry... and so sad.
May the joy Bentley brought into your lives, always be a guide for you both;
May the lessons Bentley brought into your lives, help expand your understanding;
May the love Bentley brought to your lives, bring ever enduring compassion and keep your hearts strong through this intensive grief & healing process. I hold you both in my heart. Love, ginni

July 17, 2011

Although we don't know you folks, my wife and I are very sad that you and your husband have to experience such pain. I hope all of the great memories you have will carry you through this until one day you meet again. We offer you our deepest condolences.

Rock and Sharon D'Avignon

July 16, 2011

My name is Holly. We Jeffers always referred to Bentley as our second son, on loan to Bruce and Julie. it was a little joke between all of us... We have an expresion in my family when a loved one has passed: " their spirit is up among the stars"...
I was mourning the loss of my mum two years ago. About two or so months later, they shared a poem with me.. Bently wrote this poem with his third grade class, and he and julie gave it to me about two or so months after my mom died: the title is "STARS"

Silver seeds
Tossed in the air
And planted in the sky
Reaching through the darkness
Sprouting wonder.

I believe Bently wants us to share this with you all in this time of great mourning.

Blessings to all.

July 16, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bill and Rose Wolfe

July 16, 2011

Very sorry for your loss may God bless your family.

Shelby

July 16, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

John Clukey

July 16, 2011

Dear Bruce and Julie-- I was heartbroken to read this news. You describe a boy with boundless energy who will forever be a bright shining light. I will light a candle in his honor tonight. <3

Anne R

July 16, 2011

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

~Brigitte Thompson

July 16, 2011

I'm so sorry about the loss of your beautiful son. I hope you find peace and comfort in those around you.

T Brown

July 16, 2011

May God Bless you~Dear Bentley~
Now and Forevermore~~

July 16, 2011

Dear Bruce and Julie,
May God keep you both in his loving care and fill your hearts with Peaceful Memories of your Precious Bentley. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Lee Guilmette Dubois ~ SHS ~ 75

Lee Guilmette ~ Dubois

July 16, 2011

Cherish the memories and trust in them to keep Bentley close to you for the rest of your lives.

Rick Prince

July 16, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Steve Moore

July 16, 2011

Bruce and Julie,
I am so sorry for your tragic loss and was deeply saddened by the news. You both have been in my thoughts all week and I will be at Bentley's service today. It is incomprehensible to me what you must be going through. I hope today you will feel the arms of your community around you as you find your way forward.

Carina Driscoll

July 16, 2011

Julie and Bruce, God has called home a new angel. Take comfort, for he is in a safe place. You are in my prayers.

Diane Perreault

July 16, 2011

Our hearts ache at the loss of your son. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Charlotte and Joshua Safran

July 15, 2011

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I did not know Bentley, but I do know he's a wonderful boy, who has wonderful parents. I met Bentley's great-grandfather when I was taking care of a patient who's friend knew I would love to see Governor Davis's new Morgan colt. I will never forget meeting him and I know his character is carried on in Bentley and the two of you. I am thinking of all of you. KIm Bigelow East Montpelier VT

KIm Bigelow

July 15, 2011

Dear Bruce and Julie - I am so truly sorry. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Margaret Bozik

July 15, 2011

Julie, my condolences to you and your family. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Shelly & Chuck Ross

Shelly Ross

July 15, 2011

In the short time I spent with Bentley, I could tell that he was a very earnest and kind boy. He played with a vivacity beyond anything I'd seen. I'll miss seeing him outside in the neighborhood very very much. This has been crushing to me, and I can only imagine how you, his family, must feel.

Henry Jamison-Root

July 15, 2011

Dear Bruce and Julie- Nancy, Ian, David and I and the whole community are heartbroken and dumbstruck to learn of Bentley's tragic accident at beautiful Bolton Potholes this week. Please accept our best wishes and condolences you as deal with the stunning loss of this beautiful boy.

Thomas Porter

July 15, 2011

Bruce and Julie, I pray that the love you and Bentley shared will sustain and comfort you always.

Susan (Currie) Church

July 15, 2011

Dear Julie - You may not remember me but we were friends back in the UVM days. Bentley sounds like an extraordinary boy, and I’m heartbroken for your loss. Just wanted you to know I’m thinking of you.

Jody Maunsell Parker

July 15, 2011

Bruce and Julie, I am sorry so for your loss...I know Bentley was a special gift to you. Corrine has always spoken about him fondly.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Love, Gary in Maine

July 15, 2011

Bruce and Julie, my son Eamonn and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. Bentley was Eamonn's book buddy in kindergarten. Eamonn remembers Bentley as one of his first friends at Champlain, a big kid who took the time to talk to him and play with him at recess. Bentley's kindness will never be forgotten.

Joanne Bottger

July 15, 2011

Bruce and Julie - The last time I spoke to you Bruce, while visiting in April with Peter, you expressed your joy and the pleasure it was having Bentley as a son. The smile on your face and the glint in your eye expressed the profound love and pride of a grateful father. I'm sure that yours and Julie's grief is equally profound. Bruce, you also expressed your sincere thanks to me for having been instrumental in encouraging Julie's artist career in the early years. The fact that Julie flourished, and passed that encouragement on to Bentley, touches me in unspeakable ways. Although I didn't have the honor of knowing Bentley as a young man, Julie's lovely poem, and Bentley's artist interpretation made me feel a connection to him.

As community advocates, we often talk of quality of life - although Bentley's legacy won't be measured in quantity of years, his memory will be that of quality. My hope is that you find solace in that fact and that the support you have given to the Burlington community comes back ten-fold to help you through is difficult time. With love you will be in my thoughts. David Griffin.

David Griffin

July 15, 2011

Even those of us who have never met your family are heartbroken over the loss of your beautiful son. I watched through tears on the news at the teams first All Star game, and I am inspired by the love and strength you all have. So many of us who are now experiencing the joy of All Stars from all over Vermont will hold your extended family in our hearts, and wish you strength in the difficult days to come. God Speed.
srr

July 15, 2011

Dear Julie and Bruce - there are no adequate words to express our sorrow upon hearing of the loss of your wonderful son, Bentley.

Tim and Jody Gendron

July 15, 2011

Julie and family; I am so sad to hear about the loss of your son. He sounds like he was a great kid. You and your family are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
In sympathy,
Paul Dupre

Paul Dupre

July 15, 2011

Dear Julie,

So sorry to hear the sad news about your son Bentley. The last time I saw him and you was at the piano recital in Williston. I can't begin to express how sorry I am about this tragedy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

God bless.

Daniele Overton-Verreault

July 15, 2011

Bruce and Julie...Deborah and I are so sad to hear of your loss...we will wrap you in our hearts...

Alan Yandow

July 15, 2011

Dear Bruce and Julie,
We are so saddened to learn of your loss . Words can not express our sorrow. Our thought and prayers are with you.
Rita and Steve

July 14, 2011

Julie and Bruce, we are so saddened to hear of your tragic loss. Embrace his memory and the love you all shared.

Diane Davis McArthur

July 14, 2011

Julie and Bruce... I've spent the past few days thinking of you and trying to make sense of your loss. My heart aches as I try to find the right words to say. I wish I had had the chance to meet Bentley. May God bless you all.

Cindy (Beltrami) Blades

July 14, 2011

Julie and Bruce,
My deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our prayers.

Annie DiSpirito Wales

July 14, 2011

Cheryl and I are deeply saddened to hear of this event. We can only pray and hope that there can be some healing from all of this.

Bruce Kosins

July 14, 2011

Julie and Bruce, I cannot imagine ... my heart goes out to you. Penrose Jackson (Hinesburg, VT)

July 14, 2011

I didn't know Bentley but my heart aches when I hear of the loss of a child. The pain has so many layers. You will meet again and it will be for all of eternity. Cherish the memories of your sweet boy, honor his beautiful life...he is still with you now and forever. I wish you peace and comfort in the days and years ahead.

K. Lambert

July 14, 2011

Aunt Juile & Uncle Bruce,
It truly breaks my heart to find out about Bentley, but I do know that I remember meeting him when he was really little and how special of a gift he was to you. I'm truly sorry that he's no longer with us, but I know he will forever be in hearts. Wish I could be there for his funeral, one day I will make it up there. I love you both very much, and my thoughts and prayers are with you! Dad has my number if you need to talk anytime! XO

Jennifer Davis

July 14, 2011

Your son was an amazing child. Praying that God will bless your family. ~?~

Debbie Blouin

July 14, 2011

Dear Julie and Family,
Praying for you and your family for God to give you the strength to get through this...My heart goes out to all of you. He sounds like he was an exceptional young man...

Sue Irwin, VT HiTech class of 2001-2002

July 14, 2011

I was so sorry to hear about your son. My condolences to you and your family.

Kate Shea

July 14, 2011

Julie, I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I remember your son and he was a very sweet little boy. I have heard from a number of MTs from the program,they are all keeping you in their thoughts and prayers. Praying for God to comfort you and your family and carry you through this difficult time.

Lisa Beck

July 14, 2011

Dear Julie and Bruce,
You may not remeber me,
I was your cleaning lady years ago,
Bentley was just a little guy then,
But he was such a super kid.
I'm so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts are with you guys.

robyn Miller

July 14, 2011

Julie - Saying how sorry I am to hear this is so inadequate. Sounds like he was such a great kid. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Donna Burritt, FAHC Transcription

July 14, 2011

Julie and family,
I am so heartbroken to hear about this. My heart is completely broken for you. You are in my every thought and prayer and I pray for peace and healing. No words can comfort you at this time, but know we are all praying for you.

With Love, Beth Cody and family (VT HiTech class of 2004-2005)

Beth Cody

July 14, 2011

I cannot express how sorry I am, Bruce and Julie. No one will ever understand the depth of sorrow and void that you and your family feel. All we can do is send love your way. My prayers will never stop for the beautiful boy who is your son. Bruce, I pray with thanks, in memory of your mother, knowing that she, in her now more powerful place, will shelter your family forever, no matter where they are, with comfort, guidance and love.

Marianne Callahan

July 14, 2011

Dear Seifer family,

I am so very sorry for your loss. I don't know if you remember me, but my name is Keith and I used to watch Bentley at City Kids. He was definitely a very special and talented kid and I can't even imagine what you are going through right now. Bentley left an imprint on many a person, and I was one of them. I feel privileged to have known him. I know this time will not be easy for anyone who knew him. Bentley will never be forgotten.

Keith LaFountaine

July 14, 2011

As a B.A.L.L. family member we have seen Bentley playing. I know as we look to the night sky and see a bright star twinkle we will wonder if it is Bentley looking down upon us all and smiling. Our prayers and wishes of peace are with you.

Allyssa, Cedric & William Stevens

July 14, 2011

Bruce and Julie: We are so saddened by the loss of Bentley. Our words will never be enough to comfort you both during this time. Cherish the times you were blessed with him. He will forever live in your hearts and souls. Sincerely, Lisa & Joel Chicoine

Lisa Chicoine

July 14, 2011

Our hearts and condolences go out to Bruce & Julie and the rest of your family.

With much Love Steve and Keri Crafts

July 14, 2011

Julie and family,

I am saddened by your loss and wish for you peace and healing in the coming years.

Love,

VTHitech class of 2004-2005

Lois Tomlinson

July 14, 2011

Bruce & Julie & family; Our thoughts and sympathies are with you; and we are at a loss of words to offer you comfort. We know you will think of Bentley every day and he will bo so greatly missed by so many.We hope his inspiration and great memories that carry on help lesson your pain some.I hope our community that you make such positive contributions to will help support you in the loss and celebration of Bentley's life.
In sympathy,
Susi Taylor & Allan Hunt

susi taylor

July 14, 2011

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