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for JOSEPH HOLT
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Grandma
November 6, 2023
Joey ~ You are so loved and missed every single day! We will reunite one day sweet grandson!
Julianne Villalba
September 2, 2013
Hi Joey, I love you and miss you... Wish you were here to watch your cousin DJ grow and play with him.
Love,
Aunt Julie
Aunt Julie
December 1, 2011
I miss you and wish you were here to watch my belly grow and feel your cousin kick my kick belly from the inside.. Lifes been crazy without you here. I love you and miss you so much <3
Aunt Julie
November 7, 2011
I miss you with all my heart
November 6, 2011
November 5, 2009
This will be a day forever etched in our minds not to mention so many of the following as Joey went to heaven. We miss you so and treasure every pic people put on Facebook. We will be with you as time goes by..Love you so..Great-Grandma and Great Grandpa
Wendy Holt
November 5, 2011
Grandma, Grandpa and Johnny miss your beautiful smile, your silly dances and your beautiful spirit. You are always on our minds and in our hearts. Love you more....
Aunt Jack
November 5, 2011
2 yrs ago today. You went to be with our Lord. Not a day passes that I dont think of you. I miss you so much Joey! You will be forever younge in my heart.
Mommy Holt
November 4, 2011
Mommy Loves you Joeybear
Joeys Aunt Julie
May 5, 2010
Today marks the 6th month loss of my nephew :( Joey, i miss you so much I cant even begin to express how bad i miss you, just know that you are ALWAYS in my heart and always on my mind. You are and always will be my sunshine...
XOXO,
yours forever,
Aunt Julie
Jessica and her boys
Julianne Holt
April 29, 2010
Julianne Holt
April 28, 2010
I miss you Joey ... and think of you every single day. You will ALWAYS be in my heart forever. <3
XOXO,
Aunt Julie
Jeff
April 27, 2010
Jessica and family, I too read your story on CNN. I was at work and I honestly don't know how I made it through the rest of the day. Your son's last words bring tears to my eyes everytime I think of them. I know I'll ever forget them. I'm glad you were able to say goodbye to him. I'm normally not an emotional person, but your story has touched my heart. Ever since I read the article I've thought about Joey and your family almost constantly. Please don't blame yourself. Joey is looking down on you and would be proud of the things you're doing with the foundation. I have a son who's a little younger than Joey and has asthma as well. I can definitely say your story has made me much more informed, and caused me to reconsider my decision to not get him a flu shot. Thanks for spreading the word and helping to inform the rest of us. You, Joey and your family will always be in my prayers.
Sherry Carlson
April 26, 2010
I read your story on CNN.com and just cried for 45 minutes...May the Lord hold you tightly in his arms as Joey now watches from above. God Bless you for telling your story. I was almost tempted to not vaccinate my youngest son, your story is heartbreaking and I know your foundation will make a difference.
V. Jones
April 26, 2010
Dearest Jessica, I happen to find your sad story on the internet. YOUR STORY TOUCHED MY HEART. I first want to say just keep trusting and believing in the lord, and i can asure u he will continue to make each & every thing allright for you. Baby god do not make mictakes I just went threw a very trouble experience with my 26 year old daughter she passewd a way May 23, 2009 from a disease called SCLERODERMA, she really suffered a while with it, BUT through it all GOD still has not left my side, he guides me daily, I dont go without a day without talking to my daughter that helps me to cope with her not being here with me, she was my pride and joy I just have to thank god for letting me have her for 26 won derful years. I am takeing care of her son and he keeps me lifted up with high spirits. Im also getting ready to start a foundation in honor of my daughter PREYANDIA. Just remember that JOEY is up thrie with the angels laying in gods loveing arms smileing down at his wonderful family, I will continue to pray for your family as well as your strenght. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS.
Jim
April 26, 2010
Holt Family, I read your story on CNN.com and I am so sorry for your loss. Joey is certainly an angel now watching over your family.
Lisa
April 26, 2010
Dear Joey's family,
I read about your story in the news and am so sorry for the loss of your beloved son, nephew, grandson & brother. He will never be forgotten, thank you for sharing your story. And thank you for educating so many about the flu shot. We do not have complete control over our lives and do not know what would or could have happened, but Joey knew LOVE and you will have him in your heart and soul forever.
With love,
Lisa
Amanda H
April 26, 2010
I read your story on CNN today and started crying at my desk and had to go outside to compose myself. I am SO very sorry for the loss of your sweet boy. I have a 7 year old son and he calls me Mama too...I cannot imagine your pain. You are in my prayers.
Michael Klein
April 26, 2010
Joey, your mother's words about your loss touched me very, very deeply. I am so sorry that you were denied life beyond your seven short years. The pain I feel for you and your family is deep. Life can be terribly unfair. I am relieved that you and your mother had a chance to say goodbye, and that you were able to express your love for her. She seems to be a strong woman who will take your death and do something meaningful with it. Although nothing, nothing can take the place of you. You will always be gone. Life is a gift - sometimes wasted, sometimes ignored - but always a gift that will only last for awhile.
Becky
April 26, 2010
I cried when I read Joey's last words. I'm so sorry. I know it won't make it better, but please don't blame yourself. As parents, we always try to do what we think is best but we are not perfect. He is still with you...just in another form. God bless.
Aunt Julie
March 8, 2010
i miss you joey :(
Frank Alvarado
December 9, 2009
Dear Jessica,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I will continue to pray for you and Joseph during this difficult time.
Your Friend,
Frank Alvarado
Matthew 5:4
Wendy Holt (Grandma)
December 8, 2009
My dear sweet Joey. You were the light of your mothers life and of your grandma and grandpas. We love you dearly and will miss you until the day we are together again. I will miss seeing you at the kitchen table doing your homework, swimming in the pool with all your friends on your birthday, going to your baseball games and taking you to the quakes baseball games, watching you playing with all the puppies as they jumped on you and chased you around the yard. I think about you every morning when I wake up and at night before I go to sleep and every minute in between. Grandma's heart will never be the same, she loved you so much! I will miss your beautiful smile and funny faces every time Mom or I tried to take your picture. Jeffrey misses you too and asks about you a lot. I know you are his angel now and will watch over him. Grandma loves you babe and will miss you so very much. Mommy and I have started a Foundation in your name, Joey Holt Foundation. Anybody interested in any information or would like to make a donation you may do so at P.O. Box 547, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729-0547. (909) 899-5955. This Foundation will be used to help inform parents of H1N1 and help with vaccinations. We will also help other families that have lost their children to this dreadful virus. Joey wanted to be a Doctor so we will also give out scholarships through the Joey Holt Foundation.
Janet Pugh
December 7, 2009
When Jesus said "Let the little children come to me, forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of heaven" it applied not only to children but to people that believed in our Lord that He was our Savior and died for us on the cross. Know that you will be with Joseph if you have a simple faith as a child. God had a bigger plan for Joseph than we can ever imagine.Living a Christian life is the very best way we can honor Joseph and show we are a child of God. Grandma Janet
Aunt Julie
December 5, 2009
Joey Bear-
Its aunt julie.. I miss you so much and I feel so sad , my heart aches and is so broken without you here with us. I dont know that ill ever get over you being gone, but I will have to get through it and come to reality that some day we will meet again in heaven when we are all angels and get to play and tickle each other again.. I miss hearing you sing " Lean on me " ... I can just hear you say in the back of my mind. You were a sweet boy and such a tragic thing had to happen to you.. why? I dont know.. someday we will get down to the bottom of it. I love you with everything I have and more... I miss you and we will see you again someday.. until then, give joshua kisses for me and eat lots of ice creme for me baby... LOVE always and forever, with all my green heart..
Love,
Aunt Julie
DANNY VILLALBA
December 5, 2009
teddy bear. i miss you so much i just wish i could of spent a lot more time with you. but we had a lot of good times together. you were such a smart and loving boy and i love you with all my heart. love uncle DANNY
Jovita Montezuma
November 20, 2009
My prayer go out to the Holt Family and all that were loved by Joey. My daughter Fabiana was Jessica's high school friend. I felt a closeness when I was at the hospital that morning when I heard screams of sadness coming from his Aunt. I had no idea who this person was but I felt her pain. Just yesterday I found out from my daughter that the person that was crying at the hospital was Jessica's Sister. My daughter and I are saddened by all of this. I said to my daughter that for weeks I was thinking of her friend up on the hill and was wondering what had ever happend to her. I was in shock when I found out that it was my daughters friend that this was all happening to. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Mom, Dad and Grandparent. My love and prayers...Montezuma and Navarrette Family
November 19, 2009
My heart aches with yours.
Peter Cherbak Director San Bernardino County Farm Bureau
Nikeya Bowman
November 19, 2009
Jessica and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I use to watch lil joey and brother at the gym, and I can honetly say that Joey was a good boy, he always listened and was always happy. I loved watching him as he interacted with his brother. You can just tell that jeffery had his heart. There is no doubt in my mind that he will continue to be jeffery's big brother......Nikki, form kids club(Rancho Cucamonga)
Joseph Filippi
November 19, 2009
We are sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt condolences from the Joseph Filippi family.
Pamela Seno-Magbiray
November 19, 2009
Dearest Jessica...We are terribly saddened to learn about Joey's passing. We used to be neighbor's at Borgata. Joey was Sofia's playmate at the pool. I've always remembered Joey as one courageous swimmer. Your family is in our thoughts and in our prayers. We are very sorry for your loss...Charlie, Pamela, Charles and Sofia
Desiree Rafanan
November 19, 2009
Jessica and Family,
I just found out about Joey today and there are no words to describe how sorry I am. I've never met him but I used to see pictures on his Aunt Jackie's myspace and he looked like such a happy kid. My prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Desiree and the Rafanan Family
Patricia Van Dam
November 19, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your recent loss of your precious grandson. Your loss brings it home how precious and dear our loved ones are. My grandson is also 7 and has asthma and I will hug him and think of how heartbreaking it would be to lose him. May you find strength in your family and your memories.
November 19, 2009
My condolences on your loss. I am a parent also and I sincerely send you and your all the blessings in the world. My child attends the same school as Joey did. May awareness be raised in his honor.
dee
November 19, 2009
I dont know you but I live in Rancho I heard the story on the news last night and would love to help your foundation with what I can I also am a mother this illness is horrible and it can happen to any child my sincere condolences and prayers are sent to you and your family
dee
November 18, 2009
I'm very moved by the story, which I just read on line. My sincere condolences to the family.
Jon, Santa Monica
Charlene Case
November 14, 2009
Dear Jessica, All of your extended family in Oregon and my children, Troy and Tonia, are so grieved by your loss and wish we could have known Joey personally. Although distance has separated us all these years, we love you and your precious family. We will continue to hold you in our prayers. Love,Your aunt, Charlene Case
Janet and Ed
November 13, 2009
Dearest Jessica..Grandma and Grandpa were moved by the services and all the people that showed their love by coming. It was a Friday and probably a lot took off early from work just to be with you and our family. Everything was so moving and it's hard to ever understand why, but you must trust in the Lord to lead you.Pray daily for guidance, love and strength, Jesus listens to every prayer.We really loved the minister. I almost brough my keyboard to play some organ music, but it was a full service and the doves and balloons i will never forget sailing towards the mountains. If you ever need someone to listen you know you can always call Grandma. Love and Hugs...Grandma and Grandpa
Janet and Ed
November 13, 2009
Dearest Jessica..Grandma and Grandpa were moved by the services and all the people that showed their love by coming. It was a Friday and probably a lot took off early from work just to be with you and our family. Everything was so moving and it's hard to ever understand why, but you must trust in the Lord to lead you.Pray daily for guidance, love and strength, Jesus listens to every prayer.We really loved the minister. I almost brough my keyboard to play some organ music, but it was a full service and the doves and balloons i will never forget sailing towards the mountains. If you ever need someone to listen you know you can always call Grandma. Love and Hugs...Grandma and Grandpa
Angela Bradley
November 12, 2009
Dear Jessica and Joe, Sorry for your loss, as it is a great one. The visits with Joey were short at times, but he was always so happy to see me. A happy joyful boy indeed. When I had the pleasure of sitting for you, I must say Joey had much love for his baby brother, never left his side. You did a lifetime of memories with him, the best giving Mom you are. God Bless you and your family and give you all strength. Love, Angela Bradley and Family
Jennifer Warrington
November 12, 2009
Dear Jessica and family,
We are so sorry. We have been praying for you, for Jesus' peace that surpasses all understanding and for strength as you grieve this incredible loss. Joey is now in the presence of the King of all Kings, he knows no pain or sadness and because of the hope we have in Jesus, one day you will see him again, and oh, what a reunion that will be!
Your sister and family in Christ,
Jennifer & Paul Warrington (and family)
Sandy Klink
November 12, 2009
Wendy I am so so sorry for loss of your grandson. prayers and warm thoughts to the family!
Patty Grieco
November 12, 2009
Jessica and Family, We are so saddened to hear of the loss of sweet, funny, friendly and handsome Joey. Massimo enjoyed being friends with him on baseball and at school at Golden. Massimo just told me a couple of weeks ago that he saw you guys at the bookstore and he wished Joey still went to Golden.
Joey's a special kid. He will always be remembered with love for the time we spent playing on the Marlins.
Our prayers are with you. We are so sorry.
Sending you gentle hugs.
The Grieco Family
Wendy Eccles
November 12, 2009
Jessica- You may not remember us, but my son JJ was in Joey's kindergarten class (Mrs. Smith) at Golden. We were so saddened to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief.
Pastor Jeff Evans
November 12, 2009
Joey! I know you are so happy right now with Jesus! I know you would tell us to remember God's amazing love and that one day we will see you again. Your mom and family and I are so looking forward to seeing you again.
Jessica, we have no answers to the questions of why, but we rest in knowing God is good and that He is giving you the peace you need for every moment of every day. This pain and distance is not permanent, but a joyful future in heaven is awaiting all who love the Lord. We can't wait! Blessings, Pastor Jeff at The Vine Church
Ruth Camarena
November 12, 2009
My deepest condolences to your family. My prayers are with you.
Candice Axtell
November 12, 2009
Jessica, I am so sorry for the loss of your son, no mother should ever have to go through this,words cnnot begin to express what you are going through. I want you and the family to know that my prayers are with you now and will always be. I love you guys and am so sorry. Candice Axtell (Holt).
Jennfer Holt-Vargas
November 12, 2009
Dear Jessica and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.Our prayers are with Joey and your family. We love you guys.
Love, Nick and Jennifer Vargas (Holt) and Family
Jacqueline Copeland
November 12, 2009
Joey Bear. Aunt Jack loves you SO much. I am going to miss you more than anything. You were taken from us way to early in life. You had so much to live for and so many people that loved you. I know my life will never be the same without you and the memories of you will live forever in my heart. RIP baby
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