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Karen Roe
April 22, 2010
To the Gavin family:
Remember that life is but a short trip here on this earth. The real destination is everlasting life in Heaven with the Holy Father; therefore, be comforted in the fact that you will be reunited with Kyle soon but in His time. Praise Him for the good memories you have of Kyle to sustain you in the interim!
I saw where Kyle was a true fighter in sickness and in health. He was an inspiration to us all!
I am so sorry for your loss but rejoiceful that Kyle is no longer suffering.
Laura Thomas
April 22, 2010
Julie, I am so sorry to hear of your lost. Kyle was a great person and a wonderful father. Shaun was very lucky to have him come into his life and River was blessed with a wonderful man for a dad. May god be with you and the boys during this time. Our heart and prayers are with you. Laura, Josh and Shannon Thomas
April 22, 2010
My family and I extend deepest sympathies to the Gavin Family...Kyle touched a lot of lives including mine during his short life here. he will always be remembered.. Ronnie Saunders
Laura Carr
April 22, 2010
Julie, I love you and am so sorry for your lost.. My mom and I will be there today.If there is anything I can do for you,just pick up the phone.You have always had a heart of gold,my friend.
Kevin & Allison
April 21, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Brian Isringhausen
April 21, 2010
To Greg and the entire Gavin Family:
Cranemasters and our family of employees extend deepest sympathies to you at this difficult time. We wish you healing filled with warm memories of your brother.
April 21, 2010
Dear Julie, Our sympathy goes out to you and your family and to your father, Teddy Masters and the parents of your husband, Kyle, your uncle, Billy Masters and your aunt Elaine and to your two sons, Shaun and River. We send our love at this time. Carol and Mickey Marcella and "Big Frank" Ottofaro.
April 21, 2010
Kyle was a wonderful, kind man. His humor and love of life,family and fire department family will live on through his works of art and in our hearts. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Mike and Elizabeth Marsala
David Miller
April 20, 2010
David & Darlene Miller, Kyle was our friend and fellow volleyball player, so sad and sorry to hear this news.
Tammy Raines-Roper
April 20, 2010
To The Entire Kyle Family and Everyone who knew Kyle,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. My heart goes out to you. I'm so sorry. I knew Kyle growing up with him in Bide-A-Wee in Portsmouth.
We also graduated together from Cradock in 1982. He was a very special person. We nickmaned him "Squid" in High School.
I would like to suggest to everyone to just think of all the good times and remember him as he was--such a very free spirit and happy in life and always knew how precious "Life Is".
I'm so proud that he was doing what he loved. I guess God needed him to put out bigger fires in Heaven, and I'm Okay with that.
Now, he can protect us all from above. We all have an Angel watching over us.
Rest In Peace My Friend--you will never be forgotten.
Tammy (Raines) Roper
Ray & Kathy Hall
April 20, 2010
Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.
Robert Brooker
April 20, 2010
God Bless you Brother Kyle may you Rest In Peace. You are no longer in pain. Your fellow Brothers will miss you. Robert Brooker
RONNIE LINDSAY
April 20, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Deb Harrison
April 20, 2010
Kyles Family,
I do not know you personaly but I know friends who are grieving in your loss. From what I have been told Kyle has blessed all who have known him. Losing a loved one is so very tragic for those who are left behind. Know that Kyle is with our Heavenly Father looking down on you. He will be waiting for the day when you can once again be together. Until then embrace one another with love and tenderness. On a personal note I would like to give my thanks to you Kyle for serving in your fire department. So many live have been changed by you. Your service's will never be forgotten.
Jack Patterson
April 20, 2010
RIP Brother Kyle. You will not be forgotten. Protect those you have left behind. You are now our guardian Angel.
Debbie Matthews
April 20, 2010
To Julie, Shaun, River, Aunt Helen and Norm, Doug and Bev, Gregg and Shannon and all of your beautiful children.
My prayers of strength are sent your way. I love you all deeply and so sorry that a piece of your heart has now become empty. Hold on to all the beautiful memories we all have, all the family gatherings and all the wonderful times you each have shared with such an amazing young man. Kyle was an inspiration to many and his life acomplishments will live on forever.
Thank you also to the Norfolk and Portsmouth Fire Departments for all the support and love you have shown my family during this difficult journey.
All my love always! Here for you anytime you need.
Love, Debbie and Brandon
Tom & Dawn Bolt
April 20, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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