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1973
DIED
2004
Roman Bratt Obituary
Memorial service: Private service will be held Saturday, Aug. 21, near Eagle Mountain Lake for family and guests.
Roman was born Dec. 25, 1973, in Englewood, Colo. His whole life was his little girl, Ashley, whom he loved with every ounce of his being.
Survivors: Daughter, Ashley Nicole Bratt of Fort Worth; mother, Laura Carter of Fort Worth; father, Randolph Bratt of Aurora, Colo.; brother, Garett Bratt of California; stepfather, Ike Carter of Fort Worth; grandmother, Rhetta Jean Hamilton of Lakewood, Colo.; grandfather, Elliott Bratt of Denver, Colo.; uncle, Barry Bratt of Colorado; aunts, Sherry Sisneros and Linda Whitaker, both of Denver; and many, many friends who are going to miss him.
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Memories and Condolences
for Roman Bratt
Sponsored by Your Family, Who Miss You Every Second of Every Day.
Mom, Pops and Garett
December 25, 2025
Happy Birthday Baby! We love you!
Ma, Pops and Garett
August 7, 2025
We love you Roman! You are always in our hearts!!! Gone but never, ever forgotten!
Ma, Pops and Garett
December 25, 2024
Happy Birthday! This is your birthday wake-up call :). Every year I would call you at the time you were born and give you the run down of how you were presented to me by the nurses and when we brought you home. Today I would say "51 years ago today...". You would respond "I know, 51 years ago today at...". You were probably irritated that I woke you up that early, but your birthday was important to me. It still is!!! We miss you sweetheart!! We love you abundantly! I hope you knew that.
Ma, Pops and Garett
August 7, 2024
Hi Sweetheart! 20 years is a long time to be without you!
You are never forgotten!
We remember being told you got in and out of a boat, splashing everyone with water at .29! That would have been an incredible feat.
I couldn't sleep. It's 6:00 and too early to get everyone up to get started for the day. It's mighty dark out.
Farlee passed away a couple of months ago and Faith passed away last week. I hope it's true that when we pass all of our lost pets will greet us. We've had so many pets and loved ones go before us. But we know that we will see all of you again. We have such good memories...but miss all of you!
We love you and miss you!!
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Ma
December 25, 2023
Happy Birthday Romie! Another one without you. We love you sweetheart. Missing your hugs...Missing your calls. Just Missing you!
Garett wishes you and your dad were here. He's working hard, as usual.
The big fish passed away last year. Four are left.
Know that you are loved...always will be.
Ma, Pops, and Garett.
Mom, Pops, and Garett
August 7, 2023
Hi sweetie! We miss you!!
It's 19 years since you were taken from your family who loves you!! 19 long years without your calls or hugs. 19 years without celebrations on Christmas---your birthday! 19 years without celebrating other holidays. You are always thought of and missed.
Every year, on this date, at 4:30 I'm up. It's dark out. There is no possibility of seeing anyone or anything...not even a person walking on the beach.
One day, Roman, all will stand before the throne of God...all of us will. And it will be finished. I will see you again!!!!
We love you abundantly!
Mom
June 18, 2023
Happy Father's Day! You were an excellent father, Roman. I am so proud of you.
Am missing you, son. Seems like yesterday when you were taken from us. We love you abundantly!
Mom, Pops and Garett
December 25, 2022
Happy Birthday! It's 27 degrees this morning. The day you were born we had a blizzard and we brought you home the same day! We had friends coming in from out-of-town. You were such a sweet baby! We sure do miss you, Roman!!
We have lost friends and family the last few years, Sherry, Dave, Jack. You knew they would be with you long before we did.
Farlee is still with us. He and Garett were buddies. Garett took him for rides everywhere. He became part of our family February 11, 2011 so he's getting up there in age. We brought him a sister and brother last year. Interestingly he likes Cooper.
We read about Patrick. I'm sorry his family will be without him this Christmas. Christmas will never be the same for them.
Your brother will be here today! We can't wait to see him. Barry has kept in touch and sent him pictures of you and your dad.
I love you, Roman. You are never forgotten and will remain in our hearts forever! I will see you again!
Ma, Pops & Garett
August 7, 2015
Good morning, Sweetheart! We are sure you are getting tired of us saying the same things over and over again, but we love you abundantly and we miss you tremendously. You were such a good kid ... an awesome son and brother. You made your family proud. We know you see and hear what is going on so I guess you heard your brother and I laughing about his daily workouts and what you would say and do to try to keep up ... no surpass ... his muscle building. Haha. Your dad and I were so blessed to have you boys. Pops and I enjoyed the times you would bring your friends over and we'd play board games and card games, drink soda and eat popcorn. We had a great time, Roman, and we thank you for all of those times. Thank you for loving us. Missing you every day, baby. BTW, tell Brady hello for us.
Ma, Pops and Garett
December 25, 2014
Happy Birthday Baby!! Another birthday and Christmas without you...miss you tremendously! We couldn't find the usual candy dispenser this year. First time in 20 years we haven't gotten one for you. What started out to be an ornery gift lasted all of these years. We love you abundantly Roman. You will never ever be forgotten. God blessed your dad and I with two wonderful sons. Missing you sweetie.
Ma, Pops & Garett
August 7, 2014
Hi, sweetheart! Ten years ago, today. It's hard to believe it's been a decade. How I loved our little talks. There were so many precious moments with you. Your first date and your first prom. Your first experience as a farrier. Your little pig. You had so many wonderful accomplishments. We are so proud of you, Roman. You have no idea how much Garett, Pops and I miss you. We love you forever!
Roman's Family
December 30, 2013
We want to take this opportunity to thank all of Roman's wonderful friends who have continued to remember him, all of these years. Those who have written heartfelt and sincere messages on his special Legacy page. Who would have thought? At first blush, I thought it would be odd to keep it on line, but then a friend told me it would be a special tribute to him, and a place where his family could see who stopped by to say hello...just to talk with him. Friends who loved and cherished his friendship, who were good to him and truly miss his presence. Who miss his laughter and his smile. Those who were kind and gentle to him, who never lied to him or betrayed him. Those who appreciated him, his sense of humor and those who would never, ever hurt him. Good, solid, faithful and stable friends. Our family is grateful and thankful to all of you for loving Roman and keeping his memory alive. God Bless You All Abundantly. May you have a prosperous and Happy 2014.
Home
December 30, 2013
Ma and Pops
December 26, 2013
Hi Baby! I wrote you yesterday, but don't see my entry so I'll try again. Its hard to believe you would have been 40. Makes your ma feel old. I went through boxes of pictures and my sons' "artwork" for a special Christmas album...so many good things it was hard to decide what to give away and what to keep! Little books you wrote. Report cards. Pictures of you, Garett and your daddy. You sure were cute! We miss you sweetheart. If we had only one more day to tell you how much you meant to us. Just one more hug. Just one more wuz up call. Just one more I love you. We love you abundantly! Thank you for being our son. Until we see you again give your daddy and grandpa a hug.
Amy H
December 1, 2013
I'm not sure why but I've thought of you a lot lately, Roman. I know your watching over your loved ones during this holiday season and know that you are thought of on so many days. Your smile, your true kindness and your absolute and unforgettable friendship. Hugs!
jack bachelor
November 30, 2013
Hey Romey, WUZ UP? hey or as horses would say Hay wuz up? so if ur hanging out where u ought to be talk to the Big Guy and tell him to look after ma and pa. just saying howdee from ole unkl Jack
Ma and Pops
November 28, 2013
It's a brisk Thanksgiving morning and we are looking forward to seeing Garett and Dani! He has been working so hard and we seldom get to see him. You and Garett endured having to listen to classical music at Thanksgiving and Christmas just because I enjoyed it. You both were such troopers! I still fix the turkey in a paper sack ... your daddy was skeptical at first and thought I'd burn the house down! We miss you every day. The holidays are especially difficult. You'd think it would get easier as years pass but it doesn't. I see something and think to myself Roman would like that. It's hard surviving your child. The good news is I will get to see you and your daddy again and I look forward to that day. We all miss you tremendously. You and Garett are my blessings. Thank you for loving us.
Laura and Ike
November 7, 2013
Hello, Melissa! Thank you so much for your entry. I had forgotten Roman worked at Radio Shack, so thank you for reviving another part of his life! He was such a happy-go-lucky kid and enjoyed life. After 9 years, I finally went through sacks & sacks of belongings that we gathered after he passed away. We have hundreds of letters and cards he kept from past acquaintances, girlfriends,and family. I'm sure if he were alive he wouldn't want me going through them (chuckle), but it is nice knowing how much he was loved. There were copies of a couple of letters that cut him to the bone and I have no idea why he would want to keep those. He didn't want people to know he had a soft heart, but his dad always said he would give you the shirt off of his back. We miss him tremendously. He died a horrendous death but is living eternally with God. Thank you, again, for your kind words. God Bless You Abundantly!
Melissa
November 6, 2013
I met Roman when we both worked at Radio Shack in Ft Worth off Terminal road. He was so fun and we became good friends. After leaving Radio Shack we stayed close but life happens and we lost touch. Years would go by and at a Texas Ranger game I heard that laugh and voice behind me I turned to see Roman with a big smile. We talked and exchanged information got together for a few cookouts and then you were gone. My heart broke when I heard you had passed I'm thankful The Lord gave me a little more time with you. God bless your family Everyday.
Home
August 8, 2013
His happy times.
Home
August 8, 2013
ma and pops
August 7, 2013
You are so loved Roman! You have no idea how much we miss you. God blessed me with two handsome sons and we are extremely proud of you both. You are never forgotten!!! Love you baby.
Laura
August 7, 2013
We want to thank the person who put the photos on Roman's page. You have no idea what it means to us to know his friends remember him! The 3 things Roman loved the most. Thank you and God bless you!
Ma
December 25, 2012
Happy Birthday, Romie! It's raining this morning and it's supposed to snow this afternoon. The day you were born we had a blizzard, but your daddy got us to the hospital safely. We came home the same day you were born, and we had the party we already had planned. Everyone made over you...you were so cute!!! You were such a good boy, barely heard you cry. Your first word was "daddy". Go figure haha. We miss you Roman! Love you abundantly. Can't wait to see you again.
Brandi (Pugh) Price
August 8, 2012
Thinking of you today. I miss you and can picture that great smile that lit up your eyes.
Ma and Pops
August 7, 2012
Good morning, sweetheart! Well, it's that time again, visiting with you on Legacy.com on the anniversary of your death, to let you know that your family is thinking about you and we miss you a great deal! Life hasn't been the same without you!! We sure miss your voice, your smile, your phone calls, your hugs. We miss you tremendously! Not a day goes by without thoughts of you. I see top raman noodles and I think of you. When we were short on cash, you went with the flow and hung in there with us. You never, ever complained about having to do without. You were such a good kid. Really miss our visits ... our talks. We love you Roman! We are looking forward to seeing you again! Miss you baby!!!
laura carter
August 3, 2012
Oh Amy! What a kind entry! Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness! This website has been such a blessing to us as it let's us know Roman isn't forgotten and he was loved! My email is [email protected] if you ever want to talk.
Thanks again, Romans mom, Laura
Amy Higgins
August 2, 2012
Hey Roman,
I feel terrible for not keeping contact with so many from school, especially you! I am ashamed to say I hadn't even known of your passing until today as I reviewed a Facebook page on Boswell. I'm so sorry for not being a better friend. The military took me away from home 15 years ago and I know that is not an excuse. I am glad to see all your loving memories posted in here. I sure will hold on tight to those memories I have of you and cherish them
always.
Amy
Shannon Burns-Wood
July 30, 2012
Hey Handsome.... Its hard to believe that it will be 8 years since you passed aways in just a few days. Well, I have been all kinds of through it lately. My husband passed away suddenly on July 4th, its been shocking, though and still feels very unreal. We have a 3 yr old that i will now be raising alone until, one day God sends me right one. Anyhow, you were on my mind, I miss and Love you very much.
XOXO, Shannon
Ma
April 27, 2012
Hi, Sweetheart! Our computer crashed, so I couldn't write on the anniversary of your death. First time in 7 years and it broke my heart! I think we're up and running, again. We miss you tremendously!! You were a special young man ... great sense of humor ... beautiful eyes ... wonderful smile. Your family loves you!!!
Ma
December 25, 2011
Good morning Baby! Merry Christmas and Happy Birthday!
It was raining early this morning. All are still asleep around here ... Even the dogs. We got two German shepherds and love them! They are wonderful ... Great watch dogs. Bubba is still with us. He's 18 this year. Hard to believe.
We think of you all the time. Christmas Day is always the hardest for us! We miss you so. But, we Trust in God and know He keeps his promises to us. We WILL see you again. Praise God!
Love you sweetheart! Give your dad a hug for us! Garett misses you both!!!
See you later Romie! Miss You!
Jennifer Stroud
August 9, 2011
You have been on my mind lately. I am so grateful for all the good times I was able to share with you. Just wanted to say you are truely missed. Thinking of you and your family.
Brandi (Pugh) Price
August 8, 2011
Thinking of you and your mom today.
Ma
August 7, 2011
Good morning, Sweetheart! Just wanted you to know that we love you!! I hope you knew that!!! That's been my fear... that you didn't know how much you were loved and appreciated. I'm longing to see your scrubby mug and to hold you again. You were a good kid! Until we see each other again.... in a blink of God's eye.... I love you Roman!
Ma
December 25, 2010
Good morning and Happy Birthday! 37 years ago, at 2:02 a.m. you were born. The nurse brought you to me in a big, red Christmas stocking with a bell at the tip. You were the most beautiful baby I had ever seen! You were such a good baby, and a good son! You had a gentle heart, although you didn't want anyone to see that side of you. That heart got hurt so many times and yet you kept plugging away. You tried so hard, Romie! We love you so much and, as always, we're missing you so much, especially today! Sure do miss your voice and your hugs!!!! I look forward to the day when I get to see you again! WE LOVE YOU!
Ma
November 25, 2010
Good morning, Romie! Was thinking about you, as usual. Just wanted to let you know that we are missing you, as always. It's Thanksgiving day and I was thinking of the things I am grateful for. I am grateful for Christ who died on the cross for our sins, I am grateful for my marriage to Randy, because out of that marriage I received the blessings of two wonderful sons. I am grateful to have had you, Roman, although it was for only 30 short years. I am grateful for the people God put in my life to help me through your shock of your death, who continue to support me and pray for our family. I am grateful for Ike, who has been here through it all. I am grateful for Jack, who listens to my problems, even if it's 2 in the morning, he's there for me. I am grateful that I will see you again, sweetie! I love you!
Shannon Burns
August 9, 2010
Wow, Romie, it is hard to belive 6 years. I miss you so much, I think about you alot and its usually the really funny moments, that I think about the most. And there are so many of those. I await the day I get to see you again. I love you!
Shannon
Your ma
August 7, 2010
Good morning, Baby! Six years ago today you were taken away from those who love you! It seems like yesterday! It's very dark out, can't see anything moving. Not even the bunnies. I dreamt of your dad a couple of nights ago. He was "attempting" to type his resume - hahaha. We had little Ashley last weekend - it's hard to believe she is almost 12! She's turning into quite a young lady. She sure has your sense of humor (and your Barney Rubble feet - aargh). Garett is embarking on a new adventure and we pray that it works out well for him. Nothing else new - same ole' thing. I love you, son! My heart aches and it's difficult to think about you and your death. I so look forward to seeing your mug again! Just waiting for that one more hug!!! Love you, sweetheart!
Laura
June 24, 2010
Oh, Matt! How wonderful to see your entry!! Thanks so much for thinking about Roman. He loved you, too, and your friendship meant the world to him. Thanks for loving him!
Matt Regan
June 4, 2010
I can't believe it's been almost 6 years. Love and miss you bro!!!!
Shannon Burns
February 26, 2010
My Dearest Roman,
Oh how I miss you so much. I can't believe it has been almost 6 years. There is s song that is out on the Radio that makes me think of you every time I hear it. It is called " WHY DON'T WE JUST DANCE - By Josh Turner " It reminds me of how much fun I walways had with you... Dancing around the house on your hardwood floors to Scott Hall. We had alot of good times. I found some pictures you gave to me a few months ago. I still look at them, pretty often. Anyhow, Please look after me and my little boy up there and we will see you when God calls us home. I LOVE YOU ROMAN!
Love Shannon
P.S. Laura I would love to talk to you or even see you. Call me my number is 817-412-4700
Ma
December 25, 2009
Happy Birthday and Merry Christmas, sweetheart! Gosh, you would have been 36 today - that sure is making your ole' ma feel mighty old - haha. I'm not going to repeat what we have all said for the past 5 years and I'm sure you're tired of hearing it over and over again, but we miss you, every day! I'm working a Walk in February and am giving a talk. I hope you don't mind, but I'm talking about you and your dad, and all of our wonderful friends. Your best friend Sammy still sends me pictures of his kiddos -- and Ashley still talks about his "dancing dog". Ashley is a wonderful little girl - of course you already know that, too. We love you, son!!! It's so hard to have you gone. You're my sweet baby who came to me on Christmas day in a big red stocking with a bell on the tip - What a blessing you were! Garett is going to try to visit today and we hope he makes it. It snowed like crazy yesterday. We probably got 6-8 inches. You'd love it! Well, best get to boiling the eggs and helping Ike. Know you were and still are very important to us. I miss your hugs, your wuz up calls, and your smiles!
Jamie
August 8, 2009
Wow I can't believe its been 5 years. I miss you so much. Please know you were and still are loved.
Love, Jamie
Ma
August 8, 2009
Hi, sweetie! I wrote you yesterday, but I don't see my entry, so I'm writing you again, today. It's been 5 years since we lost you, but it seems like yesterday. I remember what I was doing that morning, and I remember how devastated we were to hear those words. We are still devastated and miss you every second of every day! You were such a blessing to us. You gave us Ashley and we love her so much! Thank you for being such a good kid...thank you for your love....thank you for being here when I needed you....and thank you for just being you! I look forward to the day when I get to see you again! We love you!
Jamie
July 31, 2009
Roman, I still miss you everyday. I still have a hard time sometimes. I am sorry that I havent been in here. Work and school has taken over. Life ahs been crazy...not really an excuse. I email your mom once in awhile to let her know I am thinking about her and just try to check on her. She is miss you soo much more than words can describe. Our hearts ache. I miss you so much, Love you, Jamie
Ma
January 9, 2009
Hi, Sweetheart. Barry called last night. Grandpa Bratt passed away. Of course, you knew before we did. I have fond memories of him. He was good to us. Garett cried....need I say more. Just wanted to say I love you. Tell Grandpa, Grandma Bangerter, Steve, and your dad we miss them and love them. Love you!
Brandi (Pugh) Price
December 26, 2008
I remember Roman as a fun-loving and sweet teenager. I am so sorry to hear that he has passed. I remember all the fun times we had.
To his mother, Laura: I ache for you. I remember you well and know that you loved him very much. You will be in my prayers.
Your Mommie
December 25, 2008
Happy 35th Birthday, Romie! We will be seeing your brother this afternoon. He text messaged us at 6:00 this morning....good grief! Hahaha - it reminded me of when you saw Santa sitting in Grandpa's chair, and couldn't wait to tell all of us about it. Santa even wrote you a note, telling you that you had been such a good boy. You kept that note and I have it tucked away in your scrapbook. You asked us every Christmas who it really was, even when you got older, but mum was the word. Well, sweetie, I'll tell you now....it was your daddy. He borrowed the Santa suit from work and woke up around 3:00 to get ready. He sat patiently waiting for you to get that ever slight glimpse of him. You were so excited that you went from room to room, telling everyone about it. It was GREAT! And, when you had little Ashley, you did the same wonderful surprise for her to. We'll never tell her who it really was who was up on the rooftop and who kissed her ever so gingerly on her cheek. You gave her the gift your daddy gave you....without even knowing it.
We love you, sweetheart! You are in our thoughts every day. I'm still a work in progress in getting over the circumstances of your death. Renee said to try to remember the good things...the happy times....instead of the sadness of losing you. You were a wonderful son, Roman, and I thank you for that. There were times when you got led astray and weren't the son we knew. But, in your heart, you remained so. I'll try to do better this year.
We heard from Brandi this year! It was wonderful to hear from another one of your friends. Randy Means visited your Classmates.com book, so did Cory. Our dear friend, Dustin, also visited it. It's nice to know your friends haven't forgotten you, either. You had many, many friends who love and miss you. Got an email from Sammy, too, who sent pictures of his sons. They are so cute!
Have a wonderful birthday and know you are loved so much! 2:02 a.m. remains in my heart forever.
Love,
Ma
August 21, 2008
Hey there, Punkin! It was 4 years ago today that we held your memorial service on the property soon to become Lighthouse Fellowship. Your closest and dearest friends were there. Your brother was flown in from California, and your father and Barry drove in from Colorado in a white cadillac. The sunglasses were all in place to hide the eyes that were evident of sleepless nights. Pastor Briggs performed the service, and told stories of you as a child. Your dear, dear Friend Sammy wrote you a special poem, which I have framed and is hanging in the front room, next to the prayer you wrote. Sammy still talks with me, and has sent me pictures of his little boys. His mother says you were like a son to her and that you were always a nice kid, polite and funny. Ashley recalls that you had "a lot of friends"...and you did. It's nice, Roman, for your daughter to remember that you were well liked. We laugh at stories I tell her about your childhood...some she says you probably wouldn't want me telling her. Thank you for giving us such a wonderful grandaughter! We love you, Bubba (yes, I know you hate it when I call you that, but I just had to say it - hee hee). We miss you everyday and I long for that hug and smooch on the cheek. See you in a blink of God's eye!
Ma
August 7, 2008
Good morning, Romie! This is your ole' ma, just stopping by to tell you that we love you and miss you. It's been 4 years today that you were taken from us. Once again I woke at 4:30, thinking of you...thinking of your last hours, minutes and seconds on this earth...thinking of the good times, and the bad. I thanked God for you and the laughter you brought into our lives. The love you felt for us, and for others. The deep love you felt for your daughter, and how proud you were of her and her accomplishments. I know you're proud of her, now. I very seldom told you how proud I was of you and that weighs heavily on my mind. Roman, I was very proud of you...you overcame lots of obstacles that you were confronted with....you loved deeply and were hurt deeply...you had a good heart. Your dad once said you would give the shirt off of your back to help others --- and you did. You were a vulnerable young man and didn't want others to see that side of you. You always wanted to show how strong you were, but you were, at times, cut to the quick. Your family and friends miss you, sweetie. We think of you daily and we look forward to the time when we all get to be together again. We love you, my son!
Ma
June 2, 2008
Good morning, Romie! I just wanted to share something nice that happened last night...you probably already know, but I wanted to share it anyway. Our friends, Renee and Dustin, took us out to dinner last night and Renee gave me the most wonderful and beautiful gift! She had charcoal drawn the picture of you and Ashley....the one where Ashley is sitting on your shoulders....it was such an awesome picture!!! I was at a loss for words and all I could do is cry. I cried throughout the night. We miss you so much, Roman. Ashley still talks about you and continues to ask about things you did when you were her age. She misses you, too, son. We will never, ever, get over losing you! We think of you daily and our love for you will never die! I will cherish Renee's picture until my last day on this earth and it was a reminder of how much you loved little Ashley and how much she loves you! Missing you bunches!
Ma
February 1, 2008
Hi, Romie --- sure am missing you a lot today! Love you!!!
Stevie Ray
January 14, 2008
Just thinking about you...Love ya
Ma
December 25, 2007
Happy Birthday, Sweetie! Dallas barked at 3:02 this morning --- interestingly, you were born at 2:02 Denver time, 34 years ago today. We are going to see Garett this afternoon and we can't wait to see him. Sadly, we won't see Ashley, but, of course, we know you will. Thank you, Roman, for giving us such a beautiful grandaughter. We love you and miss you sweetie. Know that you are important to us, and always will be! Missing you ----
Laura, Ike and Garett
December 21, 2007
We want to thank everyone who has signed Roman's guestbook. You have no idea what it has meant to us to know that he had good friends who loved him, and still take the time to remember him throughout the year. Merry Christmas to all of you! We love and appreciate you! Many, many blessing to you and your families.
Becky
December 11, 2007
I miss you
Ma
December 10, 2007
Hi, Sweetheart! You have been heavy on my heart. We finally brought our your Christmas tree and took it to church for decoration. It's been sitting in the box, brand new, for 3 years and I thought it was time to get it out and put it to good use. The kiddos strung Fruit Loops and put them on the tree. They had a great time, but my heart was aching because I sure miss you! Your birthday is just around the corner, but I have a feeling it will be like the past few years have been...lonely without your hugs and laughter. I'm trying, Roman, I really am, but I love you so much and miss you everyday. As the tree went up last night, I thought to myself how beautiful you would think it is. We already bought your M&M man. I don't know why we are still collecting them...I guess we don't want to miss a year without them. They were such a good birthday joke and we couldn't wait until they came out to scoop them up. We love you, son! I hope you knew that! Blessings,
Ma
November 12, 2007
Hi, Sweeheart! Well, we can't believe it's been almost a year since your daddy passed away, and three years since we lost you!
Ike and I went to the Texas Stampede in Dallas yesterday. It reminded us of how much you looked forward to working Windy Ryon and how you and Smoot came home with filthy jeans and wet paint on your hands, and how you got your hat signed by George Strait. You were so proud of that hat, which, incidentally,we can't find. You were down there in the arena, getting dirty and loved every minute of it. We wonder what happened to that side of you...you stopped working something you really, really enjoyed. You, Mel and Smoot...we'll never forget that part of your life. I still have the pictures of you and Smoot, in your blue starched shirts and white cowboy hats. Good memories of you. We love you and miss you! I visit this website all the time, just so I can see your scrubby little mug. I know it's been 3 years, but it seems like yesterday when we lost you. We will never forget you! I love you..I miss your hugs...I miss your wuz up calls...you were so special to me...my Christmas gift...wrapped up in a big red stocking and a bell at your tiny toes...my heart still aches...an emptiness that will never, ever be filled... LOVE YOU!
Jamie
August 10, 2007
Roman,
Let me start off with I didn't forget. Just haven't been too close to the computer. I miss you so much. I can't believe you have been gone 3 years. I think about you all the time. There are still times that I just need to talk to you and pick up the phone to call you. A friend of mine asked why your number was still in my phone. I just cried and said "I can't let you go." Its really hard sometimes. I get some peace when I talk to your mom (usually by e-mail). She is the greatest!!!! Its nice to talk to someone that still remembers and won't forget. Corbin is gettin so big. He is all 2 year old boy. I know now how you felt with Ashley. He is my world. By the way he makes me laugh and think of you more, because he loves his muscles too. LOL I miss you so much every day and I love you so much. JC
Ma
August 7, 2007
Good morning, Sweetheart! It's 4:30 and, as usual, I can't sleep. It's been 3 years now since you "drowned" and it seems like yesterday. I miss you!!!! Not one day goes by that I don't think of you. I guess I will never get over your death. Ashley says it hurts too much to think about it and she's right. She talks about you constantly and always has questions about you...what you did when you were a little boy...she still wears your T-shirts. I still have all of your belongings as I can't stand to part with anything. Your cremanes are still with us as I can't stand to put you in the cold ground. Of course, you know all that...you know how much we love you and miss you. You were such a blessing, but I didn't tell you that often enough. I love you, Roman!!!! Your family and true friends miss you!!!!
Shannon
May 4, 2007
Hey Romie.... I just want you know I sure do miss you, I can't believe it has been almost 3 years. I can still remember getting the news from your mom, and falling out of the chair I was sitting in. I will never forget that. I will never forget how amazing you were and Still are to me. I have a memorial Tatoo on my left wrist on the inside, to you and my DAD. He was killed this past november on the 22nd. He got hit while riding his motorcycle. After that, i finally got my memorial to you, and him and my grandfather. 3 amazing men in my life. I love you Romie, and Still think about you all the time.
Hugs and Kisses. Love,
Your mommie
May 4, 2007
Good morning, sweetie! I wanted to tell you how much we love you and miss you! Every day something happens to remind us of you. I'm going to give a 4th day talk at church in June, and it's about you and your death..what I felt when I read Psalm 69...the friends who helped me through the pain of it all. I'm still a work in progress, though. I don't think anyone can ever get over the death of their child! Had I known I would have had you only 30 short years I would have taken better care of you! It grieves me that I wasn't there when you needed me the most... Interestingly, Ike had a dream about you the night you drowned...he said you were asking him for help. Ashley misses you, too. She's wonderful and we love her so much. She is a blessing to us. She likes to wear your shirts, and comments about how you always tore the sleeves off of them because you had such big arms. She remembers that the most, I think...how strong you were. She told me she couldn't remember what you smelled like, so I pulled out the empty bottle of cologne that you had in your bathroom and let her smell it. I have to admit, I get it out every now and then, to smell it myself. I sure miss your hugs and wuz up calls! I visit this website everyday, just so I can see your mug, to let you know that I love you and am thinking about you. You are special to us, and always have been. I love you Romie!
Stephen Bethea
May 3, 2007
Just thinking about you bro...Azura and I miss you.
Ma
February 26, 2007
Good morning, Romie! Linda emailed me to let me know that your granny (my mother) passed away February 24, 2007 at 8:20 a.m. I KNOW you, your dad and my dad were all there to greet her. Please give her a hug from me. Tell her I love her! We miss all of you! Three family deaths in the past 2 years --- almost too much to take. I love you!
Jamie Cleveland
February 15, 2007
Hey Romie, I was just thinking bout you. I miss you so much every day. I was telling one of the girls I work with about you. She laughed and said she has never seen my light up the way I do when I talk about you. I always loved you and still do. I am sorry about your dad. Ma called me to tell me. I am sure he is with you and can't imagine the reunion. I love ya always,
Jamie
Ma
January 2, 2007
Good morning, sweetie! I'm sorry I didn't write you the minute I heard your daddy passed away. We are all devastated by his death, but know that the true blessing is that you were there to meet him when he passed over. I can only imagine how happy he was to see you!!!!! He missed you so much and now gets to be with you for eternity!!! Whew! Garett is having a very hard time and we are worried about him. He said he was relieved your daddy didn't suffer --- as we all are. I can see both of you together --- excited and happy. I love you both and pray for strength to give to Garett. Give my love and hugs to your dad and we'll see you in a blink of God's eye. Love
Ma,
December 25, 2006
Happy Birthday and Merry Christmas Romie! I woke up, as I do every year, in time to sing you happy birthday at 2:02 a.m. I know you used to hate it when I'd wake you in the early morning hours, but I always wanted to let you know that I love you and was thinking about you --- as I am this very day. It never gets easier --- We miss you every day --- we see something or hear something every day that reminds us of you and our hearts break. When I see Top Ramen I think of you --- you were such a good kid and didn't mind having to eat that stuff because we couldn't afford much. You wore those Arizona jeans because we couldn't afford better ones. You did without and yet never, ever complained. Your little Ashley is the same way --- she NEVER complains, always has a smile on her face, and is grateful to have what she has. She's a good girl and I know you are proud of her, as are we. You used to say "isn't my little girl beautiful" all the time --- Roman, your little girl IS beautiful. She is looking more and more like you every day. She loves to sing and draw and write little poems. She gave us some wonderful Rose Art colorings for Christmas this year. She loves animals. She loves to water your apple tree. When we go to the store she always points at something and says "my daddy would have liked that, huh, granny". She says it's too hard to think about your death...it saddens her. She misses you and loves you very much. I told her I can't wait for her to move out on her own so I can move all your stuff into her house --- she laughs and jokes with me about it. I still have your clothes, your furniture, your pool table --- I have everything and it will go to her when she is out on her own. I know she'll want it. She told me she didn't want us to give away her white table in her bedroom because "my daddy gave it to me" --so we can't get rid of any toys, etc. that you gave her.
Garett is coming over for Christmas and I can't wait to see him. We miss him terribly and we look forward to spending time with him.
Your dad is ill -- of course you already know that --- he's going through chemotherapy and radiation therapy. We're praying for him daily.
Well, punkie,I just wanted you to know that we love you --- and will forever. I am looking forward to the day I get to see you again. I miss you, terribly!
Love you,
Shannon
October 4, 2006
Constant reminders, Not enough Blinders.
Every where I look, There I see your Face.
Your memory consumes me, as I move forward with my life.
I remember the day you rescued me, From myself.
When nothing else could stop me, what you said made sense.
And no matter how far away you were,
You always came to my defense.
We sure made better friends than lovers,
And Great friends we stayed.
We all miss you, and the warmth you added to a room.
Your smile so infectious, Laugh so signature.
In my mind, I am still playing with Ashley,
While, you watch from the couch and laugh.
She loved you so much, we all still do.
They day I was told you had passed.
I dropped to my knees and sobbed.
Cried out to the Lord, Why did you take him away.
I thought surely, this can't be real.
I have met many more friends, alot of them like you.
Unconditional, but I will never forget,
The impact you left on me,
And that Friends like you do exist,
And when we find them, don't take'em forgranted.
Its been a little over 2 years now,
Since you went on to be with the Lord,
And just so you know,
I can Still hear you voice and laugh,
Still see your smile,
I can even still Smell your cologne.
Roman, You will always be with us.
Your Family, and Friends like me.
We Miss and Love you Dearly.
I LOVE YOU! May you rest in Peace.
SHANNON RAE
Ma
August 6, 2006
Hi, Punkie! It's me, your ma. Tomorrow is the 2nd anniversary of your death and it is still heavy on our hearts. You know our thoughts and you know how we all feel. We miss you tremendously and love you beyond words. Your little Ashley is wonderful and I know you are extremely proud of her, as are we. We are so blessed to have her and we thank you and Katie for that. She reminds us more and more of you every day. She misses you, too, and continually talks about how you stole her fries and how you "tested" your cheese to make sure it was just the right temperature. She talks about how big your arms were and how strong you were. You told her you could lift a T-Rex foot --- she laughs about that. She asks me to tell her funny things about you when you were little --- most of the things I remember have to do with peanut butter -- imagine that! She remembers you had lots and lots of friends --- and you did, and still do. This past week has been hard and your poor brother got stuck listening to me carry on. It used to be you who had to listen, and listen, and listen. I don't know how you stood it all those years! But you were a good son, and I know you are still listening, and listening, and listening.
We love you, my son. It's been another hard year without you. It's still hard to believe --- need we say more?
God only cries for the living ---
Missing you, day and night, second by second. You are never forgotten, but continually missed.
WE LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!
Shannon Burns
June 1, 2006
Wow, Romie...Hunnie. I can't believe its been almost 2 years since you went on to be with God. There are still days when I want to call you, especially when I have those bad days I get sometimes. No matter what you could always make me smile, or laugh...And no matter how bad things were you could make me feel better. I love you, and miss you dearly, i hope you keep on being my Guardian Angel, just like you were when you were down here with us. We all miss you.
Ma
December 25, 2005
Happy Birthday, Romie! Another birthday and Christmas without you and it's horrible. Garett is here and many a tear were shed as he went through your pictures and memorabalia that you kept through the years. He even made the comment that you loved him a lot. I'm glad he knows that!!! He loves you, too, Romie and misses you beyond words, as does the rest of your family. It's another tough day, one of many, we're sure. At a time of year when there should be laughter, there is nothing but tears and sadness. We will never get over losing you. We love you with our whole hearts and were blessed to have you in our lives. I found an old VHS video of your football games, your explorer activities and your famous "wig" commercial and had it copied onto DVD. It is a reminder of what a great kid you were and how hard you tried. The happier days of your life, doing things you loved. You were so unhappy the last few years of your life and it grieved us so. You had such great potential, worked hard, and had so many good friends who loved you. It's been a hard year and we don't anticipate it will get any better. We love you and miss you. I pray you know that!
Ma
August 7, 2005
My Dear Roman: This past year has been absolutely unbearable. In just a few short hours it will be the first anniversary of your death. I will never get over this. You had a family, and many friends, who love you and miss you horribly. Every day is a reminder of your life, and death. Your childhood babysitter sent me pictures of their memories of you. You were their favorite and they recall how you loved to watch the Six Million Dollar Man, you loved to play on the tractor and play in the band. In your later years you loved football and had wonderful, faithful friends. We were proud of your accomplishments and know you overcame a lot of obstacles that were thrown in your path. You were so proud of your little Ashley and I remember the tears you shed when she was born and how excited you were to have her.
The first week after your death I looked for comfort in God's word. My fingers landed on Psalm 69. At first I was horrified, but after reading it over and over again, I realized that it was a clear message from God. I long to hear your voice and want to see you and hold you. We love you. We miss you and we are sad that you were taken from us so soon. What a senseless tragedy your death was.
I love you, my son! I look forward to when I can hold you again, in the presence of God, and see your sweet, sweet smile and those beautiful eyes. You will never be forgotten!
Luff,
Jamie Cleveland
May 17, 2005
Roman I have thought of you so much. It has taken me awhile to accept that you are gone. For awhile I caught myself dialing your number and then realizing... then I had to breakdown. I will never forget the day Tessa told me and I will never forget the last time we talked. I now have a beautiful son (he is an April Fools baby) thought would have laughed at that. I know now what you meant when we would talk about Ashley and how you felt about her. Our prayers go out to your family and I miss you so much.
Becky Trotter
December 27, 2004
Rommie,
I miss you and I will love you always.
Your Ma
December 26, 2004
Hi, Sweetie! It's your ole' ma! Just wanted to tell you how much we love you and miss you! Yesterday was very difficult for all of us, trying to make it through the holidays, and your birthday, without you. Sammy called yesterday and asked me to tell you Happy Birthday and Merry Christmas. Your school friends have been supportive and it's obvious they miss you! Sammy checks in regularly. He's your true friend and one we cherish.
Ike and I found pictures of Lobo, Grandpa Hamilton, and of you in your starched shirt, jeans and white cowboy hat. You looked sharp, kiddo! I sat and held you for a long time, staring at your beautiful eyes and your unforgetable smile. I still can't believe you're gone and my heart aches! Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and grieve over the loss of my son, whom I gave birth to 30 years ago, at 2:02 a.m. I missed not calling you this year. I love you, Roman, every minute and every second of every day. Know that you are missed and loved by many, many friends and family. Sleep tight, we will hug, kiss and hold each other one day, in the Kingdom of God. Love you, sweetie. Ma
RANDY BRATT
December 25, 2004
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SWEETHEART, WE SURE ARE MISSING YOU AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE THIS YEAR. YOUR BROTHER IS HERE IN DENVER AND OUR THOUGHTS ARE ABOUT YOU AND THE PAST PICTURES OF YOU GARETT AND RYAN.
THINKING OF YOU, YOUR DAD.
Tana Beth Bradshaw
September 29, 2004
I know of Roman from the stories from his Mother. His vibrant, headstrong, creative, funny, courious nature certainly blessed the lives of the many people his path crossed. I felt I knew him through the stories told and the adventures he took. May God bless your family and bring you peace and comfort. Know that his spirit and love for life lives within you.
Mom, Dad, Garett and Ike
September 17, 2004
Our Dear, Dear Romie - our hearts are crushed beyond belief. I can't tell you how much we miss you! I particularly miss your "wuz up" calls and your scrubby mug. I find myself wanting to call you, just to hear your voice and hoping this is just some horrible nightmare.
Ike and I watched your home videos the other night and laughed at your uncanny wit and sense of humor. We enjoyed seeing you again and loved seeing that unforgettable smile. It was wonderful hearing you laugh again and we chuckled at orneryness. You looked good and sounded good.
It hasn't been that long since this senseless tragedy happened, but it seems like a lifetime! We love you, Roman, with our whole hearts.
You were our first born and were/are very special to us. We remember the nurse bringing you to us in the big red Christmas stocking, with the gold bell ringing at your tiny toes. We touched your tiny fingers and toes and we couldn't hold you enough! I continually touched your little cheeks and stroked your hair. I long to do that again!
Your brother "wants his brother back" and we ache that there is nothing we can do for him. You left behind a wonderful little girl and we cherish her. We had her with us for a few days after your passed away and, as I watched her eat breakfast, smile and giggle, I saw you in her sweet little face. She is definitely her "daddy's girl" and always will be. No one can ever, ever take your place. You were a wonderful, awesome father and we were extremely proud of that. You did good, kid! Ashley loves you, sweetie.
We'll see you again, although it will seem like perpetuity to us, it will only be a blink of the eye of God. You are loved SOOOOO MUCH and are missed every second of every day. Love you bunches, sweetie!!!!! You were such a blessing. We Miss you!!!!!!!! Mom, Dad, Garett and Ike
Mickey Kempf
September 17, 2004
No parent should ever outlive his or her children; it leaves an emptiness that nothing could fill. A child should have the opportunity to leave a multitude of good thoughts, feelings and remembrances for their parent and all time. When this is cut short there is a rift that not even time can totally heal, one can only learn to deal with it. Roman we will miss you terribly and can only hope your parents, your children and anyone that knew you can take great pride in knowing that they did in fact have a small bit of time with you in this life. Time does not heal all wounds but only leaves scars to deal with. Fly to another life and always look back to those that loved you in this one.
Katie Kerr
August 30, 2004
We shared so much of our lives, and together created a miracle. Ashley will treasure the memory of her Daddy forever and you will always be alive in her heart.
jack bachelor
August 25, 2004
We do not know real love
until our children become our life,
the loss of our children creates
a great loss of heart and soul,
but never the loss of love for them,
our love for them is captured in every sunrise and every sunset,
our hearts calmed with the beauty of
every Heavenly Creator's rainbow.
lineshack jack bachelor
Krista Robbins
August 25, 2004
Roman, you will be forever loved and missed by so many. I am glad I have all the good times to remember. All the smiles and laughs that we shared. Thanks for being my "big brother" so many times and always protecting me. My heart and prayers go out to your family and Ashley. We will all miss you so much but know that you are watching over everyone and protecting them like you always do!
Mikel Tripp
August 24, 2004
My daughter is in Ashley's preschool class. I just wanted to say I'm sorry for your loss and Elle and I will continue to pray for your family and friends.
Shannon Burns
August 22, 2004
Though its hard to accept that you are really gone, I know you are in a Far much better place than me and your Daughter ASHLEY, your Family, and Friends. I will be forever thankful that you were in my life and will always be in my heart. I will continue to think about how you were always there just a phone call away when I needed you. Your Loving, Vibrant and always cheerful smile will forever remain in me. And of course I will never forget your love and dedication to your whole pride and joy Ashley. You were cherished here on Earth and will forever be Cherished in Heaven wrapped in God's Arms. I Love you ROMY...
Alan and Amy Kravitz
August 21, 2004
Words cannot begin to express how much Roman's presence in our lives will be missed. He was truly one of my best friends and colleagues that was always there when needed. We will cherish every memory of Roman's life on this earth with fond memories of the way he made us laugh and smile and the way he loved and bragged of his little Ashley. 'Only the good die young' couldn't ring more true. We love you, will miss you, and will never forget that classic smile and how it brought so much joy to our lives. Alan, Amy and Meira
Edna Torrey
August 19, 2004
I remember Roman's easy smile....will never forget his brilliant smile when he showed Ashley's baby picture....will always remember his proud Daddy smile when he introduced his little daughter. You're in our prayers.
Christi Hoover
August 19, 2004
Roman was an awesome dad who was full of life.
You will be missed Roman, thank you for all the smiles. My prayers go out to his daughter Ashley and his entire family.
"May God hold you in the palm of His hand and Angels watch over you"
Bandy Hicks
August 19, 2004
Roman you were my best friend. I love you like a brother. I will miss you and think of you always. Your family and friends will be in my prayers.
nancy wood
August 19, 2004
Roman will be greatly missed. My heart and prayers go out to his family and Ashley. He was a very good father and was adored by Ashley. This is a true tragedy.
Mark, Nancy, Sandi, and Debbie
Stephen Bethea
August 18, 2004
We are going to miss you dearly and we love you very much .
Stephen and Azura
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