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Acen Demick Obituary
Acen Andrew Edward Demick
of Johnson City
Acen Andrew Edward Demick, 5, of Johnson City, went to be with our Lord and Jesus and join the angels Friday, September 3, 2010, at Upstate Medical Center after a very brief illness. Acen is predeceased by his great-great-grandfather, "Pop" John Yoder; and his great-grandfathers, Thomas E. Babcock and "Cookie Monster" Edward Demick. Acen is survived by his wonderful, loving daddy, Drew Demick; his little sister, Serenity "Reny" Demick; his biological mother, Jessica Demick of Colorado; his great-great-grandmother, "Nana" Esther Yoder; and his great-grandmother, "Bopchi" Shirley Demick of Vestal; his grandparents, "Popa" Edward and "Mommy" Patti Ruland; his aunts and uncle, Arielle, Shayla, Kayana, Cambri and Chancelor Ruland of Johnson City; his "Uncy Tom" Thomas and aunt Lori Babcock and cousins, Thomas Babcock and Rachel Warfel of Vestal; his aunt and uncle, "Aunt Rhea" Debora and Darin Bunch and cousins, Acen Davia and Cadmen Bunch of South Carolina; along with many other distant relatives and close friends. Acen was a bright, beautiful young man with a zest for life and brought blessed joy to all he met. He was our little man, looking forward to starting kindergarten and soccer and was a member of the Johnson City Wrestling Club. Acen will be missed by all as he joins Jesus to become our littlest angel with his grandfathers in heaven. We love you, Acen, and know you will always be with us until we can be with you again.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Valleyview Alliance Church, Vestal. The family will receive friends on Tuesday at 10 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, the family would greatly appreciate donations to help defray funeral costs. Arrangements are by the Barber Memorial Home, Inc., Johnson City.
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Memories and Condolences
for Acen Demick
brandi taylor
September 12, 2010
We are so very sorry for your families loss ..... when we got the news today it was heart wrenching .... my children will miss Acen at the wrestling tournaments .... there is nothing I can say to ease your pain at this time ... we just want you to know we are here for you if you need anything ....... Stephan, Brandi, Dominic, Devan ,Deysia and Deyton
Sue Hoyt
September 12, 2010
Patti, Drew, Kayana and all the Ruland family. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you all. We are here for you if you need anything! Sue, Kasey and Thommy Hoyt and Girl Scouts Troop 281
DONNA FIGUERADO
September 9, 2010
PATTI AND FAMILY WAS SO VERY SORRY TO HERE ABOUT YOUR LOSS AND COULD NOT IMANGE THIS HAPPENING IF YOU NEED ANY THING PLEASE CALL ME ...
775-0799
sue&phil hitt & boys
September 8, 2010
we will always love and miss you little buddy.we will always remeber that bright beuitiful smile. and we will never forget thechance face you would do for us.just remeber we love you guys and we are here if you need us.
September 7, 2010
Dear Shayla and Family,
We were sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Although Acen is no longer with us here, find comfort that God has him gently resting in his arms. As you look to the stars each night, you will see a new bright shining star looking down upon you. Acen will forever be there watching over his family with love for all eternity. God Bless you all !
John, Eileen, Marie, & Jerred Osick
Jessica D
September 7, 2010
To one of the brightest young boys I know, heaven just gained a precious angel. I'll always remember hearing "Hi, How are you today?" in that sweet voice of yours, as you walked into preschool.
melissa myers
September 7, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Fireman Dave
September 7, 2010
In my heart you'll always be, I carry you with me
God Speed my little Buddy
Amy Potts
September 7, 2010
This is a poem I wrote when I lost a son. I hope it comforts you in some way.
We all ask why at times, and this poem illustrates this question.
The church is dark and empty
She bows her head and begins to pray
Father, she prays aloud and with fury
Why did my child have to die she begins to say
Why oh why did my child have to die today?
I loved him, I cherished him, he was my baby you see
Why did he have to die, Father, please tell me!
Father I hear nothing from you on this issue today
I need to know that you are listening as I pray
Give me an answer to this one request
Give me an answer and I will do my best
To serve you and love you with all of my might
Father this is one thing I need to know
Why was my child taken out of my sight?
Why was he taken on Christmas day
Why did he die I ask you why, I pray
The day turns into night for me this year.
My child took a piece of me with him I fear
I hear my Father then whisper in my ear
He died because I needed him here
Heaven is a place for perfect happiness he says
There is no pain or dying there
Only perfect peace and this I wear
Trust in me in all things and know this well
He is safe in my arms and this is where he will dwell
MYRNA BONANO
September 7, 2010
THE TRUE LOVE NEVER BE A PART. AND WHEN YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK I BE THERE.
Debbie Ruland
September 6, 2010
To Patti,Ed and Drew: I am so sorry for the loss of your child and grandchild,to the girls and Chance the loss of your nephew. My thoughts and prayers are with at this time and know that Acen will always be in your heart, and looking down upon you each and every day. Debbie and Dave
Tracy Wolf
September 6, 2010
Dear Ruland Family...our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this time. It's a tragic loss of such a sweet young life. Our hearts and rayers are with you.
Andrea Greene
September 6, 2010
Drew,Patty,Arielle,and all of the Rulands,
Words cannot describe the sorrow you all are going through. Brandy called me as soon as Arielle told her. I couldn't imagine it. If there is anything I can do please let me know! Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need...Andrea, Brandy, and Rachel Greene
Jocelyn Butler
September 5, 2010
I remember meeting Acen when he was 4, and in the BOCES pre-school. He was very bright, and very adorable! My heart goes out to his family! Acen will always remain in our hearts, and the memories will linger on!
~Jocelyn~
callista saengsakda
September 5, 2010
Even though Acen was in our lives but a brief moment he will be sorely missed. A.J will miss his friend . You and your family are in our prayers . The Saengsakda Family
Emily Bartholomay
September 5, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I didn't know Acen very well but I worked with him at the BOCES preschool and he was a very energetic and curious little boy. This is a terrible loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.
September 5, 2010
Drew and family, we are so sorry for your lose. there are no words. praying for you all during this difficult time. love you all the Woloszyn family.
David Myers
September 5, 2010
i'm so sorry for your loss ... Acen will ALWAYS be remembered ..i will keep you guys in my prayers.
Kelly Staples
September 5, 2010
sorry to hear about the loss... he was a great lil boy... and will watch down apon all of us..... my god be with you.. and u all will be in my prayers......Kelly and family
David Myers
September 5, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss, Acen will always be remembered
Ruth Chase
September 5, 2010
Drew and Ruland Family,
There are no words that I can offer you to make these days easier. I only know that the world is a darker place without that little boy's light. His amazing smile, and curious, inquisitive nature always kept everyone around him on their toes. I'm so sad that the world won't get to experience the amazing young man that Acen was supposed to become. My heart goes out to you and Reny. He looked up to you so much, and God help anyone who messed with his little sister. If there is anything I can ever do, don't hesitate to ask!
ERIC DELEON
September 5, 2010
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ME AND MY FAMILY WILL KEEP YOU IN ARE PRAYERS IT IS SO SAD IF YOU NEED ANYTHING OR JUST NEED TO TALK DONT HESTITATE YOU KNOW WHERE TO FIND ME
September 5, 2010
I am so sorry for you loss. Your family will remain in my prayers.
Joanne Kerezman (Las Vegas, NV)
Tyrone Smith
September 5, 2010
Drew and Family,Me and my family send you are heart felt sorrow for your lose.May God be with you and your family in your time of need.God Bless you and we will keep you and yours in are prays. Tyrone and Family.
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