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for Alexander Gillie
Nick Petrecki
August 4, 2010
Maureen,Bob,& Kate,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you everyday. Alex was truly a great kid, and a wonderful friend. Our family wasn't able to see him as much as we would have liked, but when we were altogether last June, it was a very special time. I am very sad to think I never really got to spend the time with Alex as I would have liked, but when you guys came to my game last spring, and Alex and I had the peanut war in the stands, that is how I will remember him. Just an easy going,friendly, great kid. I love all of you guys and wish we could have had more time with Alex and watch him grow as a person. You are not alone in this tough time, you have your family, your friends, and your church to help out along the way.
God Bless Alex.
Nick Petrecki
All the cousins
Meredith Petrecki
July 12, 2010
Maureen, Bob & Kate,
I am so saddened over our loss of Alex. I hope you know how many people are praying for you everyday and from that I pray that you find strength to get through. Although my times with Alex were infrequent due to the distance of our families, please know that I will treasure those memories forever. It was a blessing that brought our entire family together last June, and that time together now means more than ever. Alex came to see me play soccer and to see Nick play hockey and I only wish we could have seen what a great baseball player he was and was destined to become. Our family not only lost a son, a brother, a cousin, a nephew, a grandson, and a friend, but the world lost a friendly, funny, and kind young man. He is in Heaven playing baseball with Grandpa Bill. Only the good die young.
May you see God's light on the path ahead
When the road you walk is dark.
May you always hear,
Even in your hour of sorrow,
The gentle singing of the lark.
When times are hard may hardness
Never turn your heart to stone,
May you always remember
when the shadows fall—
You do not walk alone.
michelle williams
July 5, 2010
maureen and robert im so sorry for you loss.he has entered heavens gates now and will wait to see yall again.his love will forever be in your hearts..michelle williams.chesapeake
July 2, 2010
:))**** he dance with angels... I know.. and he, whants YOU to know..that he was like Vincent... to much last for life!! not enough room here.. this world was not ment for One as BeautyFull as You... :))) we love you all.. and will try..as far a we can.. AND WE HAVE,, hwat it takes..LAV and SUN..and GUD water.. HILLS.. fresh AIR,,on G strings :))*
MIR
Lori Wagner
July 1, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I had the pleasure of being Alex's substitute teacher at WBMS numerous times and I will always remember his big smile and some of the funny things he could say in class. Lori Wagner
July 1, 2010
Your family is on our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Our son played baseball with Alex in previous seasons. Alex always tried his hardest, did his best, and defined true sportsmanship and teamwork. The Wright Family (Scott Wrigt)
LaVania Diggs
July 1, 2010
Dear Maureen, I am so sorry to hear about the lost of your son. Please take care and may God bless you and your family in this trying time....Mrs. Diggs (CAES)
Bill Andrulot
July 1, 2010
Dear Katelyn, Maureen & Bob,
I keep going back and forth between laughing and crying. I keep thinking about the dinner tables I shared with Alex, being so silly, and laughing. I think about Will and Alex playing catch in your front yard, playing games boys do. I remember wrestling with them in your front yard, in my living room. I can hear his voice, and his laugh. I remember him being so funny during speech therapy. I can see him petting and loving on Fenway and Nittany when he was younger. I will miss him antagonizing me about the Red Sox and Patriots and trying to convince me that wrestling is real. So many warm funny times to remember. Pam and I will miss him dearly. I know Will will miss him and is taking this pretty rough. And I want you to know how much we love you guys. We are here for you. And Pam, Will, Chloe and I are praying that you take comfort and peace in knowing that Alex is in heaven, happy and in the presence of Jesus probably having a catch with Him right now. God bless and keep you. We love you-Bill, Pam, Will, & Chloe
July 1, 2010
Dear Gillie Family,
My heart goes out to all of you during your time of grief. It was always a pleasure seeing Alex in the office at WBMS. His smiling face always brought such joy to me. We will all miss Alex, but will always keep him in our memories. God Bless you all.
Holly Ashberry, Attendance Secretary
Kristy Gilchrist
June 30, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the Gillie family during your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Alex will be truly missed.
Kristy Gilchrist
WBMS
June 30, 2010
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Gillie,
I can truly say that it was a joy having your son grace the halls of WBMS. I will always remember his smile, the way he walked the halls making sure he would get to class on time, and talking about racing and baseball. He was a pleasant young man, full of life and joy. You are in my prayers and I offer my deepest condolences.
May God truly bless you in this time of loss...."Dr. Ricks-8th grade principal."
Mazmanian Family
June 30, 2010
Dear Maureen, Bob and Katelyn,
Our hearts are sadden with your loss of young Alex. It seems just like yesterday that we were celebrating God's gift to your family. Such joy in having him with you these fourteen years...fond memories of his early years at the Cape, we will never forget. Our faith assures us Alex is with God now, safe and in good care. We will look into the night sky tonight with hope that a new star will shine down on us to brighten our path during these troubled times.
With Love and sympathies
Michelle Rockwell
June 30, 2010
Maureen you and your family has always had a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Ferns Family
June 30, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Lillie Wheeler
June 30, 2010
Gillie Family:
Alex was one of my favorite students and I will miss him. He was a hard working young man who never complained.
Alex enjoyed sharing funny stories with his classmates and me. What a great sense of humor he had!
Alex loved wearing his grey cowboy boots to school...I smile as I remember how much he loved them.
God be with you as you go through life with many fond memories of Alex.
May God, our Comforter, hold you close...
You are in my thoughts and prayers,
Natalie Mueller
June 29, 2010
Maureen and Bob,
Just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you both. We are so very sorry. You are two of the proudest parents I've ever met...so deserving for a young man that was worth his weight in gold. Please let me know if there is anything we can do.
Lucas Powell
June 29, 2010
Gillie Family,
Hi, I went to school with Alex but only knew him for a couple on years. He never said anything mean to anyone in our school that I could hear. He was always nice to me and people in the school. He will be greatly missed.
In our prayers,
Lucas Powell and the Powell family
Melissa & Lindsey Coscarelli /Crawford
June 29, 2010
our prayers are with you and your family in this sad time- My daughter Lindsey went to school with him at WBMS and although they were not close friends she remembers him as a nice person and quiet young man . She is saddened over your loss and will keep Alex and your family in her prayers.
JUDY & KEN REBELLO
June 29, 2010
Dear Maureen,Bob and Katelyn,
Our hearts are broken for all of you. We just learned about Alex and can hardly believe it. Maureen, your Mom recently shared the beautiful pictures of her 90th birthday and we were so surprised to see how much Alex had grown. A handsome young man who was taken from you much too soon. Our tears, prayers and love are with you all. May God give you the strength to endure this terrible loss in your lives.
Ken, Judy and all our family send our deepest sympathy and love
June 29, 2010
Robert and Maureen,
I am so sorry to hear about Alex. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sherry Rich
Brooklet GA
Mike and Sharolyn (Jake,Adam and Hannah) Smith
June 29, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very difficult time. Alex will be greatly missed at the ballfield and WBMS -- may God comfort and keep you until you are reunited.
Ravette Blackstock
June 29, 2010
Mr.& Mrs. Gillie,
I am deeply saddened by the recent loss of your wonderful son, Alex. Alex was an exceptional young man of character. He was a pleasure to teach. I was fortunate to have him as a student during his primary grades, first, second, and his last year of middle school. I had an opportunity to watch Alex grow and blossom into a nice young man. He was an extension of family to me and his classmates. He will be tremendously missed. May God comfort you during your time of need. Words or deeds cannot speak to the void in your hearts at this time, but know God is able to sustain you during this difficult time. If there is ANYTHING that I can do to help please let me know.
In Prayer, Love & Sympathy,
Ravette Blackstock
Bianca ,Thundra & Bella Cowfer
June 29, 2010
Your family is in our prayers! Alex is home with God now. Talk to them when you pray! Your situation has humbled my heart .Peace be with you!
CBA Players and Coaches
June 29, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Tyrique Boothe & Family
June 29, 2010
Our sincere sympathy for the lost of your son, Alex. We have seen him grown over the years. Our fondest memory was seeing him dancing at the baseball field.
Tyrique Boothe & Family
Elizabeth Ulmer
June 29, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Elizabeth Ulmer
WBMS
Craig Jones
June 29, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
May God bless you and the Gillie family.
CD Jones, Principal
WBMS
Julia Walters
June 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in the loss of your son, Alex.
June 29, 2010
So very sorry to hear of your loss. God be with your family at this time. Jackie Skinner- BJ's Gas
June 29, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to the family for their loss of Alex. My daughter, Kamela, and other WBMS students will forever remember him fondly and are better to have known him...he touched many lives with his positive spirit which will live on. The Healy Family
Bushka Vidal
June 29, 2010
Alex will be missed, Your family is in out thoughts and prayers...
Love, bushka...
Mark Caffee
June 29, 2010
Alex will be truely missed, it was with great pleasure that I was able to see Alex grow as a player and person on the field. He was a great kid to coach and be around at WBAC. Great kids and great people like the Gillie's are the reasons why WBAC is such a strong organization and family. Thanks for allowing me the honor to be a part of such a special young man's life.
Charlie and Sue Mann
June 29, 2010
Maureen and Robert, We cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. We are thankful that Alex was brought to church and came to Kid's Church some times. He was exposed to teachings of Jesus and knew the gift of life that Jesus has to offer. Maureen, you can find comfort in knowing that you were a part of leading him to that gift of life by bringing him to church and giving him the spiritual guidance that is such an important part of parenting. Spiritual faith in God is the greatest gift we can give our children. Our temporary time on earth is nothing compared to the eternity we will have when we leave here. That is when we will be reunited with those who have made the choice to recieve God's gracious gift. We pray the peace of God will comfort you and sustain you in the days ahead. Our love and prayers to you and your family. Pastor Charlie and Sue Mann
Linda Boles
June 29, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and deepest condolences to Alex's family.
June 29, 2010
You will be missed.
The Brooks Family,
Christal, Kevin, Justin, and Jordan
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