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Sylvia Faries
January 6, 2008
Lisa and Ethan, I just today heard of Pete's passing. My sadness goes beyond words. Although I did not know Pete well, I did know him through my friendship with you. He was always supportive of everything you did--even bringing fabric to my house to make the attendance banners for JBA. You shared so many hobbies---your dogs, camping, hiking---and most of all the love of your son Ethan. God will grant you peace and acceptance as your family and friends continue to love and support you. I will share your news with my church. We will continue to pray for you and Ethan.
Much love to you,
Sylvia Faries
Burns, TN
Beth (Gering) Schmitt
December 29, 2007
Lisa,
I just learned of your tragic loss. I remember Pete coming by the FRC during my practicum days. Always a smile, always helping out! Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts & prayers. It takes me back to a quote someone told me after my dad's passing, "The best and most beautiful things cannot be seen or touched, they are felt with the heart." (H. Keller) Although there are no words that can heal your pain, I know that the memories, love, and dedication he had for you & Ethan will live on forever.Much love & prayer!
T&T Dedicated Carriers
December 28, 2007
We are all so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
John Mock
December 26, 2007
Lisa, I do not believe I have ever had the pleasure of meeting you. Like many, I know Peter from Baxter Station. Over the years I have walked across the welcome mat known as Pete. He is many things to many people, but I could not sum it up any better than Mr. Burch who noted "He always made you feel special when in fact it was he that was the special one." I considered it a great honor when he said "call me Peter if you like". He never commanded respect, but certainly deserved it... a most unique gentleman. Peter will be greatly missed.
God bless you and Ethan in these difficult times.
Scott Tucker
December 23, 2007
Lisa:
I was deeply saddened by Pete's passing. You and Ethan remain in our prayers.
Jeff highly valued his relationship with Pete as a trusted and devoted friend and I have nothing but pleasant memories of my time with Pete.
God bless,
Scott & Renee Tucker
brad abel
December 21, 2007
lisa, i am so sorry for your loss. pete was always a great postive influence when one was needed. i learned a great deal from him and he will be greatly missed.
Jennifer Strane-Harris
December 21, 2007
Lisa
We are so sorry for your loss. You do so much for all the families at J.B. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.We LOVE YOU!!!
Jim Twohey
December 21, 2007
Lisa,
I knew Pete from the Old Louisville Softball League. He was one of the most genuinely nice people I have ever met. I never played on Pete's team, but he always greeted me with a warm welcome and asked how things were going. He touched many of us in his quiet and gentle manner. He will live on in our hearts and thoughts.
Kimberly Grider
December 21, 2007
Please know that you are in my prayers.
Bob Detherage
December 21, 2007
Dear Lisa and Ethan & Mark Aarvig and the rest of the family:
I am sorry and sad for your unexpected loss. It is never easy to have lost someone that means so much especially without warning.
I will always remember with fondness the warm welcome I received from Pete when I walked in Baxter Station. A bright and cheerfull "Hello Bob". "What can I do for you Sir?" Of course, when the computer program was locking up and he was working on that, you had to wait for him to finish before you heard the warm greeting.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and if I can do anything to help, please know you can call on me.
Mary Gwen Wheeler
December 21, 2007
Lisa, I send deep sympathy and prayers for strength. Mary Gwen (Andre's reader)
Sue Judah
December 21, 2007
Dear Kristin and Aarvig family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. Of course, I only remember Peter as a little boy, adorable and full of mischief. I just wanted you to know that I do remember, and that I am so very sorry...Fondly, as always---Sue(White) Judah p.s.my brother Jeff sends sympathy and regards.
Theresa Weibel
December 21, 2007
Pete was a true gentleman in every aspect, a wonderful gentle soul. What a gift of life he provided for others in his passing and an incredibly unselfish gift of love you (his family) chose in your grief and shock. May you (his family and friends) rely on God's strength in this difficult season of your lives. My heart is hurting for all of you.
Tom Burch
December 21, 2007
Pete Aarvig. Truly a stellar human being. Kind, thoughtful, and a pleasure to be with. He always made you feel special when in fact it was he that was the special one. I feel fortunate to have known him at all. Lisa, I wish you well through your grief and recovery from losing such an extraordinary man.
Tracy Cutting
December 20, 2007
Dear Lisa,
Malcolm and I are truly sorry for your incomprehensible loss. Let it be a comfort that Pete will live on in that beautiful little boy Ethan. We want you to know that we are here for you. Gracie and Gus send their love to you, too.
Big hugs,
Tracy
Elaine Bryan
December 20, 2007
MRK,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your baby brother. In reading other comments it seemed as if it followed in the family. A nice and caring person. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Elaine Phillips Bryan & Jim Bryan
Deborah Miles
December 20, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of Pete's passing. I know that he was well liked and loved by many and pray that it is a comfort to his family to know that so many thought so much of him.
Jill (Burroughs) Doyle
December 20, 2007
The entire Aarvig family,
Wow - I cannot even believe I have just read this. I just saw Pete a few months ago at my brother-in-laws wedding. I graduated from Central with Pete. We were close friends and he did have the kindest heart. I am so sorry for your loss. While there are no words that may take away the hurt, may the Lord comfort you in knowing how blessed we all are to have known Pete. May the Lord be with all of you and continue to bless you & guide you through this most difficult time. There is an angel watching over you from Heaven now. He will never be farther away than your hearts. God bless. Love, in Christ,
Thomas and Adrienne Pfannerstill
December 20, 2007
Lisa and Ethan,
Just wanted to let you know how sorry we are for your loss and we will continue to keep you in our prayers. Pete was a nice man who always greeted us with a smile whenever we were at Baxter. He will be deeply missed
Hannah Parks
December 20, 2007
Lisa, I am so glad I met Pete when you were in Asheville summer of '06. I figured out later that you were pregnant with Ethan then too! I remember you bragging about how good Pete was listening to camp stories! He was a wonderful person and I love to look at your blog with the pictures. Know that you have so many people who love you and support you.
Laura & Brad Devlin
December 20, 2007
Dear Lisa,
You, Pete and Ethan have been in our prayers all week. Pete was a good man in the most noble sense and he will be missed dearly. Our prayers will continue to be with you and Ethan and we want you to know that you are loved by many and we will all help you through this.
love and sympathy from the Devlins
Erin Gerrity
December 20, 2007
Dear Lisa,
I just wanted to write to tell you how sorry we are to hear about your husband. We couldn't believe it when we heard the news. You are one of the sweetest and strongest people I've ever met. You are in all of our minds and hearts...
Love,
Erin, Nathalie and Mary (Portland Museum)
Jennifer Puckett (Posey)
December 20, 2007
Lisa & Ethan,
There aren't words to convey how terribly sorry I am for your loss. Pete was a wonderful individual and I'm so glad that I knew him. You are both in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. If you need anything at all, don't hesitate to call me.
All My Love,
Jen P.
Theresa Weibel
December 20, 2007
What a genuine, good soul Pete was. A true, kind gentleman. May you (his family and friends) rely on God's strength during this difficult season of your lives. What an unselfish gift of life he was able to provide for others, and an incredibly strong gift of love you (his family) were able to make through your pain and shock. My heart is hurting for all of you.
Dustin Strong
December 20, 2007
Dear Lisa, I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I just can't believe it. Our thoughts are with you.
Dave Trowbridge
December 20, 2007
Lisa, Pete was one of the nicest guys I have ever met. He could instantly make you feel like a friend. He will truly be missed by all.
Geri Meyers
December 20, 2007
Dear Lisa, Although I did not know Pete, my daughters, Jennifer and Stephanie did and are so saddened by his passing. Jennifer said he was like a big brother who listened and cared. She said when you asked him how he was doing, his reply was always "fantastic". I know from talking to them that he touched many lives in a positive way and will be greatly missed.
Doug "Skippy" Whetstine
December 20, 2007
Lisa: I am so sorry for your loss.
He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
K J Schroerlucke
December 20, 2007
I am keeping you and lil' E close to my heart. I am here for you. Love you.
December 20, 2007
TO PETER'S FAMILY: I AM SORRY THAT I DID NOT GET TO MEET YOU, HOWEVER I HAD GONE TO SCHOOL WITH PETER AROUND 8TH,9TH GRADES. I KNEW A VERY SOFT SPOKEN,GENTILE GENTLEMAN-EVEN AT THAT AGE. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU ALL AND I PRAY THAT GOD WILL GIVE YOU HIS PEACE AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. PETER WAS A TRUE JOY TO KNOW. SINCERELY CHERI(FORSTING)WHITE
Julie Ray
December 20, 2007
Lisa and Ethan , Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you guys.
Julie Kim Caitlin and Aaron Ray
Jackie Gulbe
December 20, 2007
Lisa - You are in my thoughts. Pete will be greatly missed.
Jackie Gulbe
Bob Ethington
December 20, 2007
Sorry to hear about this loss. I knew Pete from the Old Louisville Softball League. He will dearly be missed.
Sara Linker
December 20, 2007
I worked with Pete through American Dream Mortgage, and he was such a joy to be around. I treasured my friendship with him, and I hope you can find comfort in knowing that he touched many people's lives in a way that will live forever. God bless you in finding peace.
Joel Morrill
December 20, 2007
Lisa,
I am so sorry. Even though you and I have never met and my contact with Pete was very limited, I want share with you an experience I had with him that, I think, truly exemplifies who he was.
Long ago, I worked at Jack Fry's and was asked to cover a shift at Bauer's, where he managed. Being young and feeling out-of-place, I leaned heavily on Pete to help show me the ropes. He made this potentially awkward experience very easy and very positive.
Almost every time I saw Pete after that, I would remind him of that experience. But he never remembered. I believe this is because, even though it was big deal to me, that day didn't stand out above any other day for him - he was nice to everyone, all of the time. That's how I'll always remember Pete.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
KAY ADES
December 20, 2007
LISA, PLEASE ACCEPT OUR SINCERE SYMPATHY. KAY AND JERRY ADES
Starla Gaddie
December 20, 2007
Mark: I am so very sorry about your family's great loss. Please know that you are in my prayers at this time.
Starla Gaddie
Carolyn Mann
December 20, 2007
Lisa,
My family and I are praying and keeping you and Ethan and other family members in our thoughts.
I am one of Ethan's teachers at JCC.
Pete always had a smile on his face each morning and hated to leave his little big man. Ethan is a very precious baby boy. I love him very much.
Henry Harrison
December 20, 2007
In his passing, Pete has granted a miracle to the recipients of his generosity. We will always be here for your support.
Love,
Hank and Harriet
Tiffany & Gant Hill
December 19, 2007
Lisa: Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Ethan and your family.
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