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Gerry and Sandy Tepley
May 23, 2025
Happy Birthday Troy.! We love you and miss you always.
Love ,
Dad and Sandy
Gerry and Sandy Tepley
May 23, 2024
Wishing you a Happy Heavenly Birthday. Missing you as always for the last 21 years .We love you . God Bless You!
Love , Dad and Sandy
Jean
July 5, 2023
On this 20th anniversary of Troy's passing, his friends and family will be gathering to share memories with one another.
I am so blessed, as Troy's mom, to be supported all these years by his loving and loyal friends. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Jean
Gerry and Sandy Tepley
May 23, 2023
Happy Birthday TROY . We miss you everyday . We love you to the moon and back .
God Bless you ,
Love your Dad and Sandy
Patrick
May 23, 2022
Happy Birthday my friend. Thank you for watching over me and my family.
Jean Sax
July 4, 2021
As another year has come and gone, I know you have found MY Tom and greeted him with your amazing smile and kind heart. I I hope you are both fishing to your hearts´ content and enjoying the wonders around you. I know you are both sharing your generous and kind souls with those who dwell with you...In heaven as you did on earth. I miss you both so much.
Love alway,
Mom
Gerry and Sandy Tepley
May 22, 2021
Wishing you a fabulous birthday in heaven again . Missing you always .
Love Dad and Sandy
Gerry and Sandy Tepley
May 23, 2020
Happy Birthday Troy . We love and miss you everyday .
Love Dad and Sandy
July 6, 2019
Wishing you were here . Wondering what your life would be like now.
I miss you everyday
Love,
Mom
Gerry Tepley
May 23, 2019
Happy Birthday TROY !! Love, Dad and Sandy
John Kosse
July 5, 2018
Hey there Bud! Another year has past...15 total now...where does the time go? Still seems like yesterday. I'm no longer the only member of the 40 Something Club...Pat just joined last week and now Tony joined today...hehe. You would have been a part of the club already too...how are we all so old already??? I still think about you often. I live in White Bear Lake, so every time I pass by the lake itself I think of getting stuck on there in the boat. When I pass by Bald Eagle Lake, I think about our last fishing trip- you and I thinking how great Fall Fishing would be in October...I can almost feel the cold shivers we felt that day as I'm writing this message. Boy did we ever get soaked with the rain and wind that came up on us. How has it been 15 years?? I miss you so much...we all do. I don't think there is a moment that goes by in a day that someone doesn't think of you. I know you are near us though...I can always feel your presence. Please continue to watch over us just like you did while we had you here on earth for such a short time. Love you my friend!
July 5, 2018
Fifteen years? How can that be right? My love is as strong as the day you left and the hole in my heart never gets any smaller. I try to fill that space with all the good things that have happened since that day 15 years ago, yet the biggest challenge is not being able to share them with you. I want to hear your voice and your laugh. I want to see your smile and feel your arms around me. I miss the hug I always got when you left for work or when you went off to see your friends. I miss the wave you always gave me as I stood at the kitchen window and you rounded the corner in your truck. And just between us, I have to pause when I'm finished with dinner and I hear you whispering in my ear, "drink your milk mother". Isn't it funny the things one remembers...the little things that seemed so inconsequential at the time. Those are the memories that hurt the most and are so very poignant even after so much time has passed.
I've often heard that "time heals the wounds" I ask myself "how much time".
I love you my son.
Mom
Patrick O'Donnell
July 5, 2018
Hey Troy,
I can hardly believe it has been 15 years since the day you were released from the daily pain and struggle you faced those last months. Selfishly, I (we all really) wanted to keep you but it wasn't meant to be. You were called home for another reason and even though I don't understand it at all, that is OK. I am at peace with it and I know you are too. Please continue to look out after Kenrick and Zoe (and all of your "nieces" & "nephews"). You will forever be missed. Love you.
Gerry and Sandy Tepley
May 23, 2018
Happy Birthday Troy !!! ❤❤❤
May 21, 2017
Hi Troy,
In honor of your 40 Th birthday a few days from now, we just wanted to wish you.a Happy Birthday in advance. Many years have passed since your passing ,but not once will we ever forget how much we love and miss you. As time passes we have the fabulous memories you shared with us in your short 26 years here on earth. I'm sure we will see you again someday however, until then we will continue to find joy in our memories and love we all shared. Rest in peace son .
Love
Dad and Sandy
July 6, 2016
Thanks, John, for your heartfelt and memorable tribute to Troy. You, and all his friends have given me such a blessed gift in remembering Troy with your thoughts and stories.
Love,
Jean
John Kosse
July 5, 2016
Hey there buddy- can't believe it's 13 years today. So much has changed since we last saw your smile and heard that big belly laugh of yours. We've all grown up- with families and kids, and careers, and everything that we all talked about so long ago. I think about all the years and miles between everyone, yet we all try and keep in touch and get together as much as life allows. You have never left our hearts and minds and continue to be held close in our memories as the years go by. How quickly they go by too. Of course, being the oldest out of our group, I hit the big 4 0 first. The rest are right behind as we lose our hair, gain some wrinkles, and continue down life's journey. We miss you- and as you look down, I hope you see how much you mean to this even today- 13 years later. I miss our fishing trips and thought of you yesterday as I was being towed in my boat across the lake...yep- I could see your face with a big old smile...making some comedy out of a bad situation. Thanks for that. Ha. That must have been your way of reminding me of that time on White Bear when your motor broke down...we just all laughed and tried to make the best of it. Oh those memories. I don't ever want to lose them. Well, you take care my friend and say hi to my cousin Mike if you get a chance. I still watch my wedding video and laugh at how the 2 of you were so goofy together on camera- hanging out and laughing it up the entire night. If I had only known that I would lose both of you in the same year, only 5 months apart...way too soon. Love you.
July 6, 2014
Hi Troy ,the rose bush we planted in your memory all these years is blooming bright red flowers .The trees planted in your honor along the drive way are strong like your spirit .Ever on the move , like dropping a pebble in our pond ,We put a aeration system in so ,flat head minnow's for the blue gills ,big mouth bass and croppies ,so you and Grandpa can always be fishing .Just maybe you and Grandpa can teach Sandy and I ,to be fishing with you both .
Love ,
Dad & Sandy
Your favorite place
Jean Sax
July 5, 2014
After all these years I still cannot find the words to express just how much we love and miss you. You are always in our thoughts and not an event or activity goes by that we don't wish you were here to share it with us. We love you.
Mom and Dad
May 23, 2014
We still miss you today as much as we did the day you left for your life in Heaven. Happy 37th birthday. Can't help but wonder what you would be doing today if you were still with us.
We love you
Mom and Dad
Tony Koury
July 7, 2013
Tony Koury
July 5, 2013
They say that time heals all, but they never say how much time.
It's been ten years since you left us my friend and I can tell you that time has yet to heal hole that was left in our lives that day. You are missed as much today as you were on that day ten years ago.
J. Youngmark
July 5, 2013
Thought about you this year when I worked the fair again. You are gone but never forgotten. You are greatly missed Troy.
John Kosse
July 6, 2012
I can't believe it has been 9 years...you are thought of often and missed tremendously! I wish I had your laugh recorded somewhere so I could play it every once in awhile when I'm feeling down! Miss you friend!
J. Youngmark
July 6, 2012
I worked the fair again this year. I remember when we both worked the fair together as Reserves. It was always so much fun when we were working the same events. I remember how proud you were when you became a Police Officer I only rode along with you a few times. You were a great Police Officer and friend. You are missed and will never be forgotten
Patrick O'Donnell
July 5, 2012
It is hard to believe that it has already been 9 years since you left us all. Time is flying by but you have not been forgotten and you will not be forgotten as long as there is one of us around. I must confess that I don't feel you around but I have to believe that you are there. There were some bad storms that blew through Hastings recently and houses on every side of ours had trees broken or uprooted but we didn't. That massive maple tree that looms over the house holds strong. The theory around my house is that someone must be holding that thing up to protect the house and family. There have been far too many storms that knocked a lot of trees down to think that we are just lucky. I think that it may be you and if it is; THANK YOU! Thank you for watching out for me and my family. You are missed a lot; your smile and laugh, your kindheartedness, and most of all your friendship.
Love,
Patrick, Becky, Kenrick and Zoe.
Katie Svoboda
December 27, 2011
Merry Christmas Troy!
I have many fond memories of spending time with you during the holidays. My favorite of which is when we were making cookies at my parents house and we accidentally dropped a bottle of green dye...it exploded all over the kitchen! I know that you loved this time of year.
My brother is taking classes to pursue a Law Enforcement degree at Century and now Scott will be starting the same program in January. Please watch over them.
Love you,
Katie
Gerry& Sandy Tepley
June 29, 2011
To my Son TROY HOWARD TEPLEY , you are one of my hero`s ,i am sending my most emotional Living being on her way to be with all of you who have passed be for me , you already no she is coming to be with you and every one else ,SADDIE TEPLEY ,April 04 - 1994 to June 29 - 2011 ,at 3:30 P M today 06-29-2011 . Your ,DAD ,FRIEND and some one who will and is carring on your service to the living and all those who have passed befor me . I am grateful and blessed to have known all of you , untill me meet agian let are Spirits sore like Eagles,i have seen your Eagle Spirit TROY HOWARD TEPLEY .Thank You for every thing my SON .
LOVE YOU ALWAYS,
DAD ,GERRY HOWARD TEPLEY
May 24, 2011
One of the most gratifying things that a mom can experience is knowing that your child has touched the lives of others in a memorable way. I couldn't be more touched that the memories of Troy are still strong in your hearts. Know that you were all a very very important part of his life and know also that I thank you for always being in his midst. Bless you all.
Jean
Katie Svoboda
May 24, 2011
Happy Birthday Troy!
There has not been a day that has passed that I don't think of your laugh, your sarcastic sense of humor and your passion for law enforcement. I visited your grave in late spring and knew that you were laughing at me when I got stuck in the snow. I also couldn't help but feel like you sent those three turkeys to stand in front of my car and not move. I think back to when you told me that you would watch over all of us. You said that when your sister planted flowers or was gardening, you would be there. When an eagle soared in the sky, you would be there. I know that you are with us. My family is getting ready to go to the cabin in a few weeks. I was just thinking about when you decided to canoe around the lake by yourself. From the shore, I watched your canoe slowly fill with water and laughed when you had to swim the canoe back to the beach. I cherish the memories I have of you.
Love you,
Katie
Patrick O'Donnell
May 23, 2011
I wanted to take a minute today to stop and wish a Happy Birthday to a man who is the best friend that anyone could ever ask for. You will forever be missed. Thank you for being a part of my life if only for a short time. I am a better person for because you were in it.
Gerry and Sandy Tepley
February 27, 2011
Troy,
There is not a day that goes by without some thoughts of you and how much we miss you and love you. You will always be in our hearts forever.
We miss your wonderful smile and your great hugs.Sadie and Jessie miss you too.We will always be together.
Love, Dad and Sandy
John Kosse
January 7, 2010
I was thinking about you today bud...can't believe it's been over 6 years...miss you!
Katie Svoboda
July 6, 2009
Miss you Troy...Noah is getting so big. I wish you were here to see him. I think about you and your family often.
Love always,
Katie
July 5, 2009
Are there no words that I haven't already said or thought over the last 6 years Will I never get beyond the emptyness in my heart? You were my sunshine and my joy. I will miss you always.
I love you.
Mom
Jake Youngmark
July 30, 2008
It has been 5 years and I still think about you Troy will never forget you.
Katie Svoboda
July 11, 2008
Troy,
I just cannot believe that is has been five years. I have to be honest...I still cry when I think about you, but I also laugh when I remember your wonderful sense of humor. I think back to the day when we sat on your bed and talked about what it would be like when you were gone. You told me that whenever I saw an eagle or heard the wind blow through the leaves or planted a flower, you would be there watching over all of us. I find comfort in your message to this day. I actually saw an eagle for the first time in quite a while on July 5th, the anniversary of your death. I couldn't help but pause, even though I was surrounded by other people and smile to myself. I knew you were there. Give Jasmine a pat on the head for me.
Love, Katie
July 11, 2008
John Kosse
July 11, 2008
Thinking about you again like I always do. I found the "Twin Cities Fishing Guide" that we used to use to find the "Honey Holes" on all the lakes....it has been collecting dust since our final fishing trip a few years back on Bald Eagle. God I miss those days. 5 years and counting. Some days it doesn't feel like it has been that long, and some days it feels like an eternity. Through all of our rough times I know that you still help us get through them. As always, Thanks for your friendship-
Jean Sax
May 25, 2008
Happy Birthday, Troy. Wow, it's hard to believe that you would be 31. You'll always be a happy young man to me. It's a wonderful way to remember you. I know you're taking good care of Jasmine. I told her you'ld be waiting just over the rainbow bridge, but I sent her collar along, just in case she lost her way. If you still want to call her "a putz" it's ok. Even in her older years, she was often a putz. We miss her, but know she's in good hands - right where she belongs. I miss you as much today as I did 5 birthdays ago. I still have your voice on tape, so when I get lonely, I just listen. You are in my heart always. Love, Mom
John Kosse
July 13, 2007
How can four years already have passed? So much has changed without you here to see it. I still miss that great big laugh of yours, and how contagious it was for all of us! You continue on in our memories and our hearts every single day. We miss you alot!
Patrick O'Donnell
July 9, 2007
I have a hard time believing that it has been four years already, but it seems like forever ago at the same time. I miss my friend...a lot. Thank you for watching over me and my little family. It is nice to know that I have an angel on my side.
Melissa Koury
July 6, 2007
Troy, Sitting in Tony & dianes driveway on the fourth we were lighting off fireworks and it reminded me of the year we got in trouble for lighting fireworks in mom & dads driveway. You just sat there and chuckled at the reserve cop trying to be a tough guy! We think of you everyday especially when I see the blue bracelett with your name on it! I miss you a ton and wish you were here to see all our families grow! Thank you for watching over us all! We love you and miss you!
Katie Svoboda
July 5, 2007
Troy,
To this day, you continue to be a huge part of my life. I think about you all the time and occasionally find myself quoting the funny things you would say, like "Don't look at me in that tone of voice." People look at me strange, but it sure makes me laugh hard on the inside! We sure did share a lot of laughs...It helped that your laugh was so infectious. I miss hearing your laugh, but I know I will hear it again some day. Love you Troy!
Jean Sax
June 28, 2007
Dearest Troy.
Another year has passed, and your memory continues to grow in my heart. Your photographs from childhood to adulthood bring your life close to me as I remember the wonderful times we shared. I am grateful for the support of your friends and I love watching their families grow and change. How much fun you would have had being "uncle" to them all. I wish you could be here to share the birth of your first niece. We will tell her about her Uncle Troy and though she may not know you as we did, she will love you too. I am trying to fill the hole in my heart with joyful memories - it will take a lifetime.
I love you, Troy.
Mom
Jean Sax
December 25, 2006
Merry Christmas, Mr. Christmas!
This time of year is especially dear to me as I remember how much you loved Christmas. I know if you were here today you would have:
- Donned your Santa suit and made the rounds to all your friends' homes to share with their children the magic of Christmas
- I know you would have braved the cold to decorate the house with thousands of lights
- I know you would have found the perfect gifts and wrapped them yourself.
- I know you would have had your hands in the cookie dough and joined with special friends to decorate Christmas sweets.
- I know you would have volunteered to take the shifts at the police department that no one else wanted to work.
- I know you would have worn your broadest smile as you opened your gifts - even though you probably knew exactly what you were getting.
I wonder how you celebrate your favorite holiday in heaven. It must be Christmas everyday there. I take heart in knowing that someday we'll celebrate again together. In the meantime I cherish your memory. I love you with all my heart and I miss your smile everyday. Be peaceful, my son.
Love, Mom
John Kosse
July 5, 2006
It has been 3 years now since you were taken from us Troy. We all think of you often and miss everything about you. I wish I could say that the sadness lessens with each passing day, but it doesn't. There will always be an emptiness without you here to laugh and smile the way only you could do. There are so many things that still remind us of you. Keep your watchful and caring eye on us as you always have.
Jean Sax
July 5, 2006
My dear son, Troy:
How can 3 years have gone so
quickly? And yet I miss you as much today as I have in those 3 years. My heart is heavy, but my spirit is strong because I know that we will be united in eternity. I also know that you don't want me to mourn, but it's hard not to feel sad. I miss your smiles and laughs that were so genuine. I miss the giant hugs and the wave you always gave me as you drove off in your truck. I miss not hearing about all the wonderful things you would be doing to help others in need. You left this earth much too soon and no matter how strong my faith, your illness and death will never be okay. It just wasn't supposed to be like this. I love you with all my heart, Troy.
Love, Mom
Melissa Koury
July 5, 2006
Troy, its been 3 years and I miss you every day! Thank you for watching over all of us! You are truly my angel! I love you & miss you!!
Patrick O'Donnell
July 5, 2006
3 years ago I got some really bad news. Today, I am just happy that I knew you and got to experience so many things with you. I have lots of memories, but they all come flooding back today. We miss you a lot, thank you for the memories and watching over us.
Love, The O'Donnell Family.
Jake Youngmark
July 3, 2006
Troy Well it's been three years on wendesday . I think about you all the time and I will never forget you .
Katie Svoboda
July 3, 2006
Troy, I will be thinking about you tomorrow as I do everyday. You continue to be my source of inspiration and I find comfort in the memories we shared. I know that you continue to watch over all of us.
Love always,
Patrick O'Donnell
May 23, 2006
Happy Birthday Troy!
Patrick, Becky and Kenrick O'Donnell
Heather Lacke
August 3, 2005
Thank you to everyone who continues to remember Troy and writes him a message now and then. His guest book seems to be a great way to share memories and help the healing process. These pages are now a permanent place on the web. I hope you will continue to use them for many years to come. I know I appreciate the thoughtfulness of each entry and it warms my heart to know that so many of you continue remember Troy and are willing to share your stories and feelings. Gone but never forgotten. I love you, bud.
Katie Svoboda
July 12, 2005
Dear Troy,
Two years have passed but not a day goes by that I do not think of you. I wear the royal blue wrist band (with your name) that all of your friends purchased because it allows me to talk about you each and everyday. At work, I love to speak with the new incoming law enforcement students...they remind me of how "serious" you were about being a policeman. I often tell them about you and your journey.
All of our lives will never be the same without you in it. I miss your infectious laugh, your smile, and those big brown eyes that could melt my heart in an instant.
Scott and I talk about you often and will always remember what a wonderful, joy-filled, and caring person you were.
You are my angel.
Jean Sax
July 11, 2005
Again, I am pleased that there are new entries on Troy's page.
Thanks to those who have kept Troy's memory alive. I know that many of his friends visited his gravesite on this second anniversary. He would be so humbled by your presence.
I know I am a better person because Troy lived among us. I am not sure that I am a stronger person because of his passing.
My heart still aches at his absence and I miss him just as much with each passing day as I did the day he left us behind.
We received a wonderful gift of memory wrist bands from Troy's friends and it is my understanding that many of his friends are wearing them, so that Troy's story can be told. He has truly left a legacy of love.
Melissa Koury
July 6, 2005
Hey Troy, two years have gone by now and so much has happened that I wish you were here to see. Breanna is one now and getting bigger by the day and Nick is getting married soon. Everything is changing, but it still doesnt seem right that you arent here to go through all of it with us. I think of you every day, i have a picture of you and me from Tony & Di's wedding hanging at my work and a frame with pictures from a few years ago of all of us on the boat in my room. I laugh every time I think about all the stuff we all did on the river. We saw the eagles the other day, the ones that we used to sit and watch. They flew right above the boat, they reminded us all of you! I miss you a ton and I promise to come visit you as much as I can. I love you buddy, take care of yourself up there ok. And keep your eye on all of us, cause someone has to keep us all in check! XOXO
John Kosse
July 5, 2005
Hey there buddy- It's been 2 years now. Time goes way too fast. Kaylee is getting big, you should see her. She's 4 1/2 now........and getting smarter everyday when it comes to manipulating her parents :) I think about you often. Things that you taught all of us....especially when it comes to obeying the law (I know you have saved me from a few traffic violations-thanks!) But most of all, you taught us how to be better people- to care for each other- and to be your own person- you showed us that everyday by not caring what people said or thought- but being yourself....... You were one of a kind. I think back to the good old days of Bw3 and Perkins- or how about the time we stalled on White Bear Lake- that was an adventure- or the time we nearly froze on Bald Eagle in mid-October? Lots of memories. About six months after you passed, my cousin Mike Forsell was killed in a car accident......you knew him as "Tank" down in Cannon Falls.......do me a favor, watch out for him up there like you did down here.....he needs a little guidance from time to time. I'll be by Acacia later today to say hi in person.......take care Troy.
John
John Kosse
August 25, 2004
It has been over a year now that you have been gone. Not a day goes by without something reminding me of your spirit and laugh. I took Kaylee to Como Zoo the other day, and while we were there she saw two police officers and asked me if they were nice. I told her that police officers are very nice and are always there to help us when we need them. I told her that one of my friends was a police officer and was in heaven now. She looked at me for a second and then seemed to really understand what I was saying because she asked "Is he an angel daddy?" A little choked up, I told her yes and smiled. You were our guardian angel on earth as well, making sure that we always did the right thing. I know that you are looking down watching over us now as well...........we miss you Troy........
John
Jean Sax
August 3, 2004
How pleased I was to see the new entries in Troy's guestbook. Thanks to those who sponsored Troy's page and who took the time to remember him on the anniversary of his death. Thanks also to those who visited his grave that day - I could almost see the smile he wore just knowing that he shares a spot in your hearts. God bless you.
Troy's Mom, Jean.
Jake Youngmark
July 18, 2004
I cant believe it's been a year since Troy has been gone. I worked with troy at the P.D. I am a reserve officer I miss Troy dearly and will never forget him.
Melissa Koury
July 17, 2004
I can't beleive that a year has gone by since you have been gone. I think about you everyday & wish you were here to see all the new things in all of our lives! Always thinking of you ! Love you Troy!
Dave Bailey
July 12, 2004
Its been a year now and still cant believe that your gone. But you are in a better place now. You are deepley missed and thought of often.
Patrick O'Donnell
July 6, 2004
Dear Troy,
I can't believe its been a year already. You were called back too early for my liking, but it is not my choice. You are greatly missed. Becky and I love and miss you!
Lee Jacobson
July 27, 2003
Dear Gerry, Vivian and family,
We were so sorry to learn of Troy's passing today. Just earlier this year I had hooked up with Gerry again after a generation of separation. I was saddened to learned at that time that his son was sick. A short time later we received a letter from Vivian and she said the illness was serious. Now, I look at the picture of Troy on the screen, and I remember the energy and infectious friendliness of his dad as we got together over the years, our parents having a strong and lasting friendship including a few other families. I'm sorry I never got to meet Troy, but from reading about him through the entries here, and talking to his father earlier this year, I know he was loved, and he gave love, and that pretty much defines a full life in my book. Like he wanted us to know, and I believe it, he's with the Lord now.
With Love, Lee and Lloyd Jacobson and family
Jill Jarosz
July 16, 2003
My thoughts and prayers go out to Troy's family. I went to college with Troy for about two years and spent quality time together. I was unaware of his illness, and feel shamed that I was unaware and uable to attend his funeral. Troy was a wonderful person that could accomplish anything. He was a motivator and supporter. Although time had passed since we last ran into each other, my thoughts are with him today. Deepest Sympathy and Love, Jill Jarosz
Jackie Tappella
July 16, 2003
My thoughts & prayers go out to your family during this difficult time. I wish I had the priviledge of knowing Troy better, but what was obvious to me & to everyone who met him was that he was a kind & caring soul who had so much to offer to everyone who was fortunate enough to know him. TROY - you will be forever missed. You were loved by so many & ALL who knew you were blessed to have you as a part of their lives. Your wonderful smile & contagious laugh will be greatly missed. God Bless you, your family, & all of your friends. You will forever be in my thoughts, for you are one who is truly unforgettable.
Rob Nicholson
July 16, 2003
Dear Troy,
I am deeply saddened that I missed my chance to see you and say farewell. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You will always remain an inspiration to many, for even though you were taken from us so young, you realized your lifelong dream to become what you always wanted to be. Your kindness and thoughfulness for always thinking of others, no matter what life presented to you, is testament to the kind of person you were, and will always be in my heart and in my memories of you.
Goodbye, Dear Troy, and God bless you.
Russ, Kristi, Sydney & Elisabeth Latterell
July 15, 2003
Jean, Roger & Heather,
We are very saddened to hear about Troy's passing. He was a vibrant, kind young man. Our fondest memories of him include the time he dressed up as Santa at the neighborhood Christmas party. He single handedly convinced two little girls in our house, of the miracle of Santa. We also loved his friendly smile and wave as we drove by, when he was in the driveway washing his truck. He was a gracious young man, and how proud you must be, to have him for your son/brother. We pray that your happy memories carry you through this difficult time. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Patrick and Becky O'Donnell
July 15, 2003
Jean, Roger, Heather and Steve,
We are very sorry for the loss of your son and brother. He was a source of inspiration to all of his friends and to anyone he came into contact with. He was not just our friend, but he was our brother. His laugh and smile we always be in our memories. He was loved by all and will be greatly missed.
Love,
Patrick & Becky
Melissa Koury
July 15, 2003
My heart goes out to Troys family and friends.
Troy was a great man full of strenth and compasion and love,
he will never be forgotten.
Troy you are truly a hero to all of us. You will always be in my heart and in my prayers. You will be missed!
Katie Jadwinski
July 14, 2003
Roger, Jean,and Heather:
Please know that my heart is with you at this time and in the coming months. Troy was a very special person to me and also to my family. He made me laugh and taught me how to enjoy life to its fullest. He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten.
Love,
Katie Jadwinski and Scott Svoboda
Officer Jill Karnick
July 13, 2003
On behalf of the Cannon Falls Police Department and Public Safety, we would like to express our deepest sympathy to all of Troy's family and friends. Troy was a great Officer and will be greatly missed by the Department and Community.
Troy is our Angle in Blue.
Ilene and Ray(Gordy and Pat's neighbors)
July 11, 2003
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one, Troy. Even though we never met him he made a great impression on us as a sensible and responsible young man seeing him drive to and from school, washing his vehicle and working in the yard. You have our deepest sympathy
Tony & Diane Koury
July 11, 2003
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of Troy's family and friends.
Troy touched all of our lives in a very special way. In doing so, he will live on in our hearts and minds forever.
May his strength and faith be an example for us all.
Thank you for being such a good friend.
We will miss you.
Natasha Solem Walker
July 9, 2003
Troy was a very special person. We went to high school together and every time that I saw him, he had a smile on his face. He made everyone around him happy. Troy will live on forever in the hearts and lives of the people he touched. Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss.
Jessica Wahlberg
July 9, 2003
Please accept my condolances on the loss of a great person. I graduated high school with Troy. He was a good friend and he will be missed.
Derek Hudyma
July 8, 2003
My prayers and thoughts go out to troy's family. I will always remember Troy as the man that made sure that everyone else was doing all right before himself.
-god bless
Jerry and Cindy Loberger
July 8, 2003
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Shirley Mattson
July 8, 2003
My deepest sympathy to Troy's family. During this difficult time, remember Troy laughing, caring and loving. Your memories of him are his gift to you.
Rose Dulian
July 7, 2003
To the Family of Troy H. Tepley.....I share your grief, while remembering following Troy's growing up years, as a friend of Proud Grandma, June Kalkbrenner. Sincere Sympathy to All.....Rose Dulian, IGH.
Bobby Schlueter
July 7, 2003
There are people who go through life as Ducks quacking about everything and doing nothing. Then there are people who are like Eagles who symbolize optimism and sore above the rest. Troy was definitely an eagle, both in scouting and everyday life, and has left only positive memories with me. Troy was very supportive through some tough times and will will always remain in my thoughts.
Mike, Priscilla, Justin and Allison LaBerge
July 7, 2003
Troy's deep concern for others will always be remembered and appreciated.
Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with Troy's family and friends during this difficult time.
Bill and Nancy Anderson
July 7, 2003
Remembering and thinking of you from Gloria Dei days. Our heartfelt sympathies to Troy's family, especially Heather and his parents. May God give you the comfort you need to face the days, weeks, and months ahead.
Marley Holgrimson
July 7, 2003
To Troy's family,
I am Nikki Gunsten's aunt. I met Troy just before Christmas last year. We all fell in love with him immediately! We have been praying for him and wearing our ribbons since then. Our heartfelt sympathy is with you all. We continue to hold the family up in prayer. Your son made a great impact on our lives! And we want you to know how much we care.
Brady flaherty
July 7, 2003
To all family and friends, you are in my thoughts and prayers. We'll miss you Troy.
Becky Burrichter
July 7, 2003
Dear Heather, Jean, Roger, and Gerry,
Please accept my most heartfelt condolences for your loss. I wish I could be there to attend the services. As I type this, there's a candle burning for Troy near Herald Square at an ourdoor chapel.
Love,
Becky
Lois Mueller
July 7, 2003
It is with great sadness that I must send my heartfelt condolences to Troy's family and friends. My thoughts and best wishes are with you during these trying times.
Jim Fackler
July 7, 2003
Our prayers go to you and your family in this very difficult time.
Richard, Lori, and Annie Warren
July 7, 2003
Warm thoughts and special prayers for Troy and his family.
Bob Paddock
July 7, 2003
To the family and friends of Troy, I extend my heartfelt condolence. You are all in my prayers. May God continue to hold you close.
Jill Flaherty
July 7, 2003
Please know that Troy and all who loved him are in my thoughts and prayers.
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