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for Donald Whitley
January 18, 2010
Dear Donald, Carolyn, Shannon and Ramon, I received an e-mail about Donald,Jr's passing. I am at a loss to express our heartache for you all. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. One is unable to think of Donald,Jr. without smiling and remembering what a special person he was.
Love and prayers,
Donna and Randy Nelson
January 7, 2010
Dear Donald and Carolyn -- I just heard about the tragic loss of your son. Had I known about it, I certainly would have been there at the visition and/or funeral. I am so very sorry and trust our good Lord will hold all of you in His hands and help you all through these difficult times.
Take care and love to all of you.
Pat (Hickman) Smith
December 29, 2009
Dear Shannon and family, I was devastated to hear about Donald. My memory of him is of a smiling teenager, and I was so saddened to hear of his struggles. My heart is breaking for all of you and want you to know that you will continue to be in my prayers. Sharri (Frederick) Myers
Theresa Fink
December 28, 2009
Dear Shannon & Family,
Their are no words for me to say but my heart is breaking for all of you. The memories I have of Donald are precious and I will treasure them. He was always a kind,gental person and loved his family very much. I will continue to pray our Lord & Heavenly Father will give you all the strength and grace to go on. Donald is home now and he would not want us to stop living. May you all stay bonded and become an even stronger family through this storm. Sending you all my love and prayers.
Theresa (Wirt) Fink
December 28, 2009
Dear Shannon and family;
I remember Donald very well even though I haven't seen him since he was probably 18 years old or so. Shannon, Donald and I hung out some when we were in high school. I am very shocked and saddened by this news. I spoke with Shannon last night, and she is obviously very sad. I hope that the pain of the loss soon subsides and that the new year will bring love, hope, prosperity and all good things that life can offer.
With Love;
Jeff Frederick and family.
December 27, 2009
Dear Mr and Mrs Whitley and Shannon,
I am so sorry to find out about the loss of Donald Jr. My thoughts and prayers are with you and may our good Lord bless you in this difficult time. I will always remember him as the "cool as a big dog" kinda of friend, God Bless and with much love Eric
Sarah Spata
December 27, 2009
Dear Shannon and Family,
I haven't seen you all in many years but I still feel connected to your family and am so sorry to hear about the loss of Donald Jr. I will keep you in my prayers during this difficult time.
Shannon Abreu
December 27, 2009
My brother, my baby, my best friend. I don't know how to go on without you. You were everything to me and I valued what we shared so much. Thank you for being the brother and the man that you were. You will be missed more than anyone could ever understand. The only comfort I have is knowing you are in the Lord's arms. Love always, Your loving sister ("E-E")
Bob and Joann George
December 27, 2009
Carolyn and Donald, Hope you remember us from long ago. So sorry to hear of your heartbreaking loss. We are praying that God will hold you in the palm of His hand during this time. We will always remember your fine families and their goodnesses to us while we were in Denbigh.
Sincerely,
Cindy Hamlet
December 27, 2009
Dawn and All of the Whitley Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of loss. Don was a very special person to us at AmeriGas and will be deeply missed. His humor and dedication to his work were great qualities and will not easily be replaced. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Dick & Betty Reid
December 27, 2009
Don & Carolyn,
We are so terribly sorry to hear of the loss of your son. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Love,
Betty & Dick Reid, Moneta, VA
Shannon Abreu
December 27, 2009
My brother. My baby, my best friend – You were my HERO
From the moment you were born and the nurse handed you to me I knew you were somehow my responsibility and a part of my life that would be changed forever. Your kind eyes your gentle ways, your infectious humor and your glistening in your eyes all were trademarks of who you were. Growing up we really didn’t have that many problems like I would say most siblings would other than a few disagreements now and then. As we became older it became more evident that the bond we shared was one that could not be broken. We were each other’s protectors, confidant’s supporters and personal cheering squad. As our lives matured and our lives went separate ways we held steadfast to the ties that bound us. Our family meant more to us than anything and we would have protected that at any cost. There are many things that definine what is a brother but nothing defines my brother more for me than the true and honest fact he was a special gift of God and he was my special gift from God . We could finish each other’s thoughts, we knew what we were thinking before we had the chance to say it and there just a sense of calm and security to be in his presence. I knew no matter what I had faced in the day engulfed in my big brothers arms they would all melt away. He had that magic touch that made everything seem normal and right again. I don’t know how I will make it down this path of life without you but I will push on for you – for the both of us. I know you will never really leave me because no matter where my heart beats there yours will also . This is not a good bye but only a short farewell until you can hold me in your arms again. My brother, my best friend, and my confident – I love you for than life. I love you DJ
December 26, 2009
Dear Donald & Carolyn,
Grover and I were so saddened to learn of the loss of your son, Donald, Jr. We have had you in our thoughts and prayers since we saw the obituary in the paper and will contine to pray for you as well as the rest of the family.
There are no adequate words to ease your pain but we pray that the prayers of so many will give you some measure of comfort. God promises that He will comfort those who mourn and He always keeps His promises. Trust Him to provide all that you need during this most difficult time.
In Christian love,
Grover & Paige Lilley
Frank and Linda Martin
December 26, 2009
Don, Carolyn, Shannon and family,
Frank and I are heartbroken over the loss of DJ. He was the first person we met when we moved to SML and we have many wonderful memories of times with him and his beloved BO. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Linda and Frank
Mary Lancaster
December 25, 2009
Don was such a good and loyal friend, there will never be another person in my life that can replace him. He brought much joy to me with his laughter and jokes. We had great time's talking and sharing stories. He was just a really special person to all. He touched so many people is such a wonderful way. My prayers are with all of the Whitley's.
Sonja Richards
December 24, 2009
Don and Carolyn,
We are praying for you. And I know our church family is praying and burdened for you. May our Lord comfort you like no one else can.
Keith Pennell
December 24, 2009
Carolyn and Donald,
My heart feels pain in your loss of Donald Jr. May the Lord come into your hearts and provide you comfort in this time of great sadness.
Dale T. Scott
December 24, 2009
Dear Carolyn and Donald,
I want to send you and your family my heartfelt condolences in the loss of Donald, Jr. Losing a child is so very hard to bare. May the sweet memories of Donald, Jr. comfort you. I pray that God will help your family duirng this very sad time and in the weeks that follow. Karrin Frankie keeps me posted on how you all are doing and she emailed me today. I am so saded by your loss.
Blesssing and Peace,
Dale T. Scott
(Banker at First & Merchants and lived in the old neighborhhood.)
December 24, 2009
We are truly sorry for your loss. Remember that our love,thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your GRITS girls
Marvin & Jane Leffel
December 23, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Michelle Hanna
December 23, 2009
Don, Carolyn and family,
Words cannont express how truly sorry I am for your loss.
I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
December 23, 2009
Our hearts are full of sadness for you and Don Jr's family. We pray that God will comfort you and bring peace and understanding to you all.
Mary and Joe Seagle
Tim Owens
December 23, 2009
Losing a loved one is always hard and very difficult this time of year. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Don. His smile and whit will be missed by all of us in the AmeriGas family.
December 23, 2009
May the sweet memories of Don Jr. give you peace and strength during these most difficult times.
Our prayers are with you Carolyn and Don and your family.
Carol and Dave Hoglund
Moneta, Va
Amber Brooks
December 23, 2009
Dawn and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Don was my mother's manager and a great guy. He gave me lawn tools he wasn't using when I moved into my new house, that was the type of person he was. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Dan & Joan Croes
December 23, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Michael W Robinson
December 23, 2009
Dawn, Brittany, Bethany and family,
I heard of the tragic loss of Don yesterday. My thoughts and prayers for strength and understanding go out to you during your time of need. Please get in touch with me when you are ready.
Michael & Rowena Robinson
December 23, 2009
We are so sorry loss your loss Dawn....you and family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Doug & Debbie Harris
December 23, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. May the Lord be with you in this time of sorrow and strengthen you.
Joyce & Bill Keesee
December 23, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Carolyn and Don. We can't begin to know what you are going through.
God bless you both.
Roger and Judy Furrow
December 23, 2009
Don and Carolyn,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May God give you strength and peace at this very sad time.
Patricia Williamson
December 23, 2009
Don and Carolyn,
Mother and I are heartbroken as well over the loss of Don, Jr. We felt very close to him, as another extended son. Know that we are uplifting you and your family in prayer.
Patricia Williamson and Ruth Britts
Gary and Sue Yearout
December 22, 2009
Carolyn and Don, I am praying for you and the rest of the family. Please know that God is with you and I am so sorry for your loss.
December 22, 2009
Don and Carolyn, our hearts are aching for you. We also loved that young man. May God give you an extra boost of strength each day. We love you, Linda and Basil
December 22, 2009
Carolyn and Don,
Please know Joe and I are keeping you in our prayers so that you may find peace and strength.
Dawn and Joe Swistak
December 22, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. Dennis and Nancy Prince
Linda Glatt
December 22, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ron & Trish Cundiff
December 22, 2009
Don & Carolyn.
Our Prayers and thoughts are with you are this time. Please pray for peace and comfort as we will do. This is a very hard time and all our prays go to you and Don and his wife and family. Trisha & Ron Cundiff
December 22, 2009
Carolyn and Don, our hearts are heavy for you and your family and our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know only the Lord Jesus can bring you comfort and peace and we pray for that for you. Love, Gale and Waylon
Sandi Perry
December 22, 2009
Carolyn, Don, Shannon and family...
Though words
may be meaningless right now,
may you find some comfort
in the love and concern
that surround you
from so many who deeply care.
In Sympathy,
Sandi, Brad and the boys
Tom & Vivian Glaze
December 22, 2009
Don and Carolyn, Vivian and I are so saddened by your loss. Our love and prayers go out to you and Donald's family. May the hand of our Lord be with each of you during this time of grief.
Nikki & Brealyn Erlandson
December 22, 2009
Dear Shannon and Family,
I am very saddened to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
December 22, 2009
Dear Carolyn and Donald, I was so saddened to hear about your loss. All my prayers and thoughts are with you and family, I stop by Paul jr & Your Mom every time I go to my Mom's grave. Love & miss you both, Jim Davidson
Roy Duke
December 22, 2009
Dear Dawn and Family,
I was very sorry to hear about Donald's death. We met in Franklin just a few weeks ago. My thought and prayers are with you and the Family. Roy C. Duke
December 22, 2009
Carolyn and Donald, our thought and prayers are with you.
Barbara Beverly Senn, Wayne Beverly and Doris Beverly
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