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for Aaron Calen
Courtney Buckley
June 13, 2018
It seems like so much time has passed but it's still so fresh in my mind, the phone call and the plane ride to d.c. praying it was some kind of mistake. I wish you were here you ment so much to our family and so much to your friends. I will never forget you sleeping in the toy box or the gateway box from our first computer, or staying up all night playing n64 Mario party with you and Gary. I miss you, everyone does.
Sade Fuller
October 6, 2010
aww Im sorry for the family and friends loss. i remember you from grade school middle school to be exact and what i do remember you always had a smile on your face. good hearted. R.I.P
love you buddy!
dane brueggemann
August 19, 2010
dane brueggemann
August 19, 2010
Aaron! I wont ever forget the times we shared! I love you bro!
Kristina Williams
July 26, 2010
Aaron was one of my closest friends my first year at bayside.. ill always remember him in pink. Ily aaron
Amber Milley
July 25, 2010
I never had the chance to actually talk and get to know Aaron, but I had one class with him freshman year, and I will never forget the Aaron that wore Hawaiian Shirts and khaki shorts. I am so sorry for your loss. You will be forever missed. Rest in Peace <3
Janeen Okeson
July 25, 2010
July 25, 2010
I only met you once Aaron, but that's all it took to know what a fun, sweet person you are. The last words you said to me were you thanking me for all I did to help your mom during her engagement party so she could relax and enjoy herself. Just know that I, along with many others, will look after your mom, sisters, and John and help them any way I can. You are greatly missed!!!
Meghan Tomko
July 24, 2010
I am so very sorry for the loss that your family & close friends have to deal with & will always have to deal with. You were such an amazing person. I will never forget the school days on the bus & sitting at lunch with you & everyone else; seeing you being crazy around gardenwood. & especially young life & wave church, with your helmet hair that no one could touch & your signature hawaiian shirts. You will never be forgotten & you will always be missed. You're forever young now; see you again one day big red :)
Meghan Gawne
July 24, 2010
I have been friends with Amanda for practically my whole life and we were best friends for many of those years. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. I hope you can take comfort in the short but amazing years you had with Aaron. We played volleyball together and he was always an outgoing, fun guy to be around. I love you very much Amanda and will always be just a call away. My family is keeping you all in our prayers.
Jerald Bradley
July 24, 2010
Even though your physical is gone Aaron, your spirit will live on forever. I'm happy to know your at peace now and don't have to suffer anymore. I'm honestly blessed to have, not have had a friend like you. Your still my friend. Just in another form now. I refuse to say goodbye. I'll just say later. Peace.
Katie Johnson
July 24, 2010
Even though I didn't know you personally Aaron, I never heard a bad word about you . In fact if your name ever came up it was always because you had said or done something funny . My heart and prayers go out to your family .
Deidre Rhine
July 23, 2010
Melanie, My heart aches for you and your family. I am very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.
Aunt Shannon Aka Aunt Shaniqua
July 22, 2010
They say time heals all wounds...this wound will never heal. Everytime I see a tall skinny guy walkin down the street I think there is Aaron!!! Everytime DJ does something stupid I think oh he is Aaron. You were so unique and loved so much. The only comfort I have is in that if DJ and Aiden grow up to be half of the person that you were, I will be a very happy person!!! I miss you so much and I think about you everyday!!! I am glad that you made every minute of your life count!! I love you Aaron and not one day will pass without a thought of you in my mind. Please watch over my grandbaby!!
Aunt Ronda
July 21, 2010
Aaron,
Words can never express how important you were in my life and how much I love you and will always miss you.
The world will always be darker without your brilliant light.
Dave Patterson
July 21, 2010
Melanie,
I am very sorry for your loss.
Jenna Sollner
July 21, 2010
Not a day goes by without your friends thinking of you, talking about you, looking at pictures of you, and telling your stories. That will never change. You are always and forever a part of us. You were a true treasure to all of us, and we will never be the same. We know you continue to impact our lives, just in different ways, and we never want you to stop. I will never understand why this happened, we all still need you. Thank you for leaving each of us a part of you. I feel like you had such a unique and personal relationship with all of your friends, and we can each cherish what we had. Miss you forever and ever. The only BigRed I'll ever know.
Brenda Shields
July 20, 2010
Melanie,
You and your family will always be held close to my heart. My heart goes out to you. I so much enjoyed Aaron as a boy and wish I had known more of him as a man. You know how to reach me anytime. I am grateful for the light that Aaron brought into your life.
Mary Houk
July 20, 2010
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss Melanie...My sincerest condolences. Mary Houk
Jennifer Moore
July 20, 2010
I only knew Aaron for a short period of time, but I quickly learned that he had a very unique personality. Aaron was the type of person that made an impact on everyone around him! Keagans certainly won't be the same without him.
Meredith Moore
July 20, 2010
I didn't know Aaron very well but I did have the pleasure of working with him at Keagans for awhile. He was usually pretty quiet but always a good worker. I just feel so sad for his family...it's always hard when a young person dies. My thoughts, prayers, and condolences go out to Aaron, his family, friends, and loved ones. Life is short, treasure every moment...as I know Aaron did! RIP Aaron
July 19, 2010
Aaron, You were an amazing person and an amazing friend to so many people. You will never be forgotten. We all love and miss you!
Carly Jones
July 19, 2010
Aaron,
It seems like just yesterday you were being crazy in the courtyard. You were always so full of life. I am happy that I will always remember you that way. I am so proud of you for helping all those people even after you were gone. You were such a great person & everyone misses you. I know you're in a better place & I know where ever you are you protecting your sisters and your niece.
take it easy.
Ill miss you, but never forget you.
"forever young"
Thomas Holman
July 19, 2010
Hey man, guess I can't walk in your way anymore for a bit, but it's all good. I'll be there soon enough and clear the path for you the way I should've been all along. This split's only temporary...
Kristen Hampton
July 19, 2010
Aaron we love you! I will always remember you and DC trips. And I will forever be newgirl, that nickname has stuck! haha. Rest In Paradise.
Love, Kristen "Newgirl - Fedora" Hampton
Courtney Smith
July 19, 2010
You never realize things until something hits so close to home. RIP Aaron.
Leigh Mielkey
July 19, 2010
Aaron...my 'Aar,'
there is no word to describe the love i have for you and the emptiness i have in my heart. there will never be another. we are all so blessed to have you in our lives, and there is not one day that will pass that you arent on my mind. you have brought so much joy and a lot of laughter into my life. some of the best times and laughs i have ever had were with you, and they will live on in my heart for the rest of my life. you, your amazing sisters and mother, john and the rest of your family are all in my prayers. everyday gets harder and harder but the thought of all the lives you saved makes things a lot brighter. you are a hero. i love you with all of my heart and i can feel you all around me. i miss you more than anything aar.
Courtney Calhoun
July 19, 2010
You are always in our hearts, and always on our minds. I think about you every singe day. I was so blessed to grow up with you in my life. You will live on in all our memory's. Scott will learn all about his crazy cousin Aaron. I love you.
July 3, 2010
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt prayers are with you and your entire family . The Bolt family
Aaron Wilson
July 3, 2010
May the wind always be at your back and the sun upon your face. And may the wings of destiny carry you aloft to dance with the stars. You shall always be Aaron #1 Aaron Caleen you will always be with me no matter where I go we love you brother may you stay forever young. RIP Aaron Ross Caleen
With Love Aaron #2 Wilson
Jennifer Ramones
July 1, 2010
Hi Aaron,
It's been a few years since I last saw you, but maybe you're watching from above and remember me - we worked at Westminster Canterbury in the Dining Services. I remember you working in the dishroom while I brought back the dirty dishes back from the dining room; you were very nice to me. :) Remember Markita? She was the one who told me about you, and I was shocked to see you in the paper... I'm sending my prayers out to you, and I'm sure our current and past co-workers are praying for you too. Until we meet again...
Lots of prayers,
Jennifer (Jenni) Ramones
Natalie Kennedy
July 1, 2010
Aaron you were a sweet kid and will be missed. My prayers and well wishes go out to your mom and sisters who you loved dearly and spoke highly of. May you rest in peace.
Sheena Schwarha
June 30, 2010
Aaron I have only known you for a year but it has been one of the best years and I am so blessed to have met you. Everytime you were around you made my day. No matter how many times you attacked me with love I never got tired of it. And i will forever be grateful to have known you. You will always be my favorite. My deepest sympathy goes to your entire family and I will keep you all in my prayers.
Lorraine Samko
June 29, 2010
Melanie and family: We are so sorry for the loss of your son. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Lorraine, Jeremiah and Jim
June 29, 2010
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Lindsey Fritzinger
June 29, 2010
From the first day of high school on the bus with your hawaiian shirts, I have always loved you. Brooke and I teaching you how to dance to "Play that Funky Music White Boy". So many good memories I have to remember you by. So sorry that we didn't see more of each other after high school. I will always hold you close to my heart. We all miss you so much and we will see you one day when we all get to Heaven. Until then be our gaurdian angel. Love you so much Big Red!
I will be keeping all family and other friends in my thoughts and prayers!
Justine Smith
June 29, 2010
Aaron baby,
i miss you. you the last person i can think of you deserves to leave this place so soon. we would of all done anything to take your place. you are one of the greatest people i have ever met... such a loving personality. all you did was care about everyone else around you and love everyone.
a thousand times we needed you
a thousand times we cried.
if love alone could have saved you,
you never would have died.
a heart of gold stopped beating,
two twinkling eyes closed to rest.
god broke our hearts to prove,
that he only took the best.
not a day has gone by or will go by that you dont cross my mind, i love you. i miss you. keep looking down on us, and we will all be together soon.
ill never forget about you, i can still hear your voice in my head, picking on my and joking and laughing with me just like it was yesterday. I LOVE YOU, Justine Smith
Rachel Jordan
June 28, 2010
Aaron, many days have gone by and I still have not been able to come to terms with your passing...I think about you constantly. I remember all the good times we shared through middle school, high school, and after graduation, coming to watch you play volley ball, CRACKING UP to the point of tears when you would joke the teachers we had when they would turn their backs, sandbridge, & hanging out with you and amanda...I remember the last time I saw you at keagans, you made a table full of girls get up, by telling them I had reservations so that me and my friends did not have to stand...you ARE one of the best people I have ever been blessed to know, your giggle rings in my ears forever...not a day will go by that I dont think of you...death ends a life, not a relationship...I love you so much A.R.C. <3
Trevor Wiley
June 28, 2010
Trevor Wiley and family want to extend our deepest sympathy to Aaron's family and friends. We will continue to pray for peace and understanding during this difficult time.
Laura Brandl
June 28, 2010
Aaron, you touched so many lives, and were such a genuine person. Even my grandmother remembers when you ran around the gym during a girls volleyball game with the Bayside flag. It was always a fun time with you. You knew how to cheer everyone up, and make ANYONE laugh. You will be truly missed, and we are all lucky that we knew you. Rest In Peace <3
Adored by his sisters...
Mom
June 28, 2010
Katie Cabungcal
June 27, 2010
Thanks to your firey red hair, I could always spot you in a big crowd or when we were running around in PE sophomore year. Or on game days for volleyball, seeing you and the rest of the team rocking the team jersey. Those are all sights I'll never forget. You will truly be missed. So many people love you so much and there are so many broken hearts out there right now. Rest In Paradise Aaron.
laura kaaaay
June 27, 2010
aaron you were an amazing person. i never heard someone speak bad of you, you were always the highlight of someones convo. you always brought a smile to everyones face. you will forever be in everyones hearts.you have the most amazing family. we love you aaron. rest in paradise aaron <3
June 27, 2010
Mel my heart goes out to you, the greatest gift in my life are my children and to loose one second with them I cannot imagine...Love you and am keeping you in my thoughts! Sorry I can't be there to Celibrate your beautiful Son!!!! Dalene
Meagen Hagans
June 27, 2010
I remember the first day I met you was on the after school bus. You were joking around with the black kids...and I thought to myself this kid has to be one of the coolest funniest kids ever. Later I found out you were related to Amanda and everything made since. You had friends and family that loved you and you will live on through them! I'm sorry all of this happened but you were chosen for a reason...God must have wanted more funny people around him.
June 27, 2010
i miss you aaron i will never forget you big red you were the best forever in our hearts and memories
Sarah Bailey
Amanda Wells
June 27, 2010
You were an amazing person. It was hard to have a frown around you and I'm sure you're up there watching out for us now.
Terrence Davis
June 26, 2010
Aaron man I miss you so much. I remember we were joking about when we get old. Now you'll be forever young. You kept a smile on everyone's face. And you'd fill everyone heart with joy and laughter. I'd give anything to hear half your breath but I know you're living your life after death. You always said you'd be one of they greats. Ill see you soon my brotherin. Much love. -terrence Davis (Va Beach, VA)
Amber Counts
June 26, 2010
You could make anyone laugh Aaron. It's hard to believe you were taken away, but I guess what they say is true, "the good die young." I remember the first day I meant you in spanish class. We all had regular spanish names but you insisted on being called 'Nacho', haha! You had a heart of gold and will be missed dearly!
Kelly Jones
June 26, 2010
Words can't describe how much I already miss you Aaron. For the past five years there has not been one day that I have not thought about you and that is never going to change. You made such an impact on everyones life that you encountered and you made me the person I am today. You taught me so many things but most importantly how to love one another, how to make the best out of every situation, and you gave me the courage to be the person god created. Now is my time to use the strength you have given me to continue in this world and know that your still always by my side. I love you so much Aaron Ross Calen, forever and ever. <3
mark Lam
June 26, 2010
Aaron was a very great friend to everyone he ever met, I not only knew him from school but I also worked with him at Pembroke Pizza. I consider him a very dear friend of mine and will forever hold him close to my heart.
Aaron's 21st Birthday
Tina Fleck
June 26, 2010
Chris Bulley
June 26, 2010
Aaron you were here for such a short amount of time, but in that time you you touched so many people your personality is irreplaceable and you will be missed very much.
Emilia Danz
June 26, 2010
Aaron, I cannot describe how sad I am and how I feel inside. No words will ever be enough to express my sadness. I never thought the last time I saw you would acutally be the very last time. We said good bye since I moved.. So I know our last words to each other were once I would hacve liked to been able to say to you now.. You can never be replaced. You are a very special person and even in death you are helping others with your organs. I wish I could be there at your memorial, I wish I could have been there in the hospital. One day I will see you again I am sure. You are at a better place now. "I'll keep you deep inside, you're always in my heart."
I love you! Mia.
Dustin Johnson
June 26, 2010
Ill see you soon & I don't need a candle I used a lighter to make my Birthday wish...you Aaron Calen were my birthday wish & one of the greatest friends I ever had...we never had problems I will always love you
Patricia & Naima Perez
June 26, 2010
I love you Aaron and will. miss you. We will always keep you in our hearts. I am honored to have known you as my friend..
You will be missed
Patricia & Naima Perez.( your little mama )
Jackie Vacca
June 26, 2010
Aaron, I miss you so much and I love you! You were such a fun person to be around and I wish I saw you more often in the last few years..I really regret it now. You are an amazing person and I will never forget you! God wanted you for bigger and better things and we will all be seeing you soon. Love you buddy! <3
Samantha Jeffers
June 26, 2010
I never heard a bad word come out of anyones mouth about you. You were such a great person and friend to everyone who ever met you. I know your spirit will live forever in our hearts. Rest in Paradise, Aaron.
Stephanie Davis
June 26, 2010
Family & Friends, please don't mourn for me. I'm still here, though you don't see. i's right by your side each night and day and within your heart i will stay. My body is gone but i'm always near. I'm everything you feel, see, or hear. My spirit is free, but i'll never depart as long as you keep me alive in your heart. I'll never wonder out of your sight- I'm the brightest star on a summer night. i'll never be beyond your reach - I'm the war moist sand when you're at the beach. I'm the colorful leaves when autumn's around and the pure white snow that blankets the ground. I;m the beautiful flowers oh which you're so fond the clear cool water in a quiet pond. I'm the first bright blossim you'll see in the spring, the first warm raindrop that april will bring. I'm the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine, and you'll see that face in the moon is mine. When you start thinking there's no one to love you, You can talk to me through the lord above you. I'll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees, and you'll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze. I'm the hot salty tears that flow when you weep and the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep. I'm the smile you see on Kylie's face. Just look for me, friends, I'm every place.
This poem put me at ease whn my dad died and I even read it at his funeral because it was so perfect. I have carried it with me eveyr single day since then almost a year ago on june 3. I feel you pain and want you to know that your entire family is in our thoughts and we are here for you if you need anything. Aaron will be dearly missed and always greatly loved.
Tammie Miller
June 26, 2010
I did not know Aaron, but my son was friends with him. I just wanted to offer my condolences and let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that it gives you strength to know that people are there thinking of you and lifting you up.
Niki Painter
June 26, 2010
For everyone who knew and loved Aaron, It says in Psalm 139:15, "you knit me together in my mother's womb...your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be". God knew Aaron because he created him. He knit Aaron together in Mel's womb. God chose Aaron's birthdate and he knew his death date. Though it seems so untimely for us, the one's who are hurting, we need to look at what a blessing his short life was. God gave Aaron as a gift to everyone whose lives were touched by him for 21 years. Since we are not guaranteed tomorrow, each day is a blessing and shouldn't be wasted. In the midst of this tragedy, it is just like our loving God to send comfort our way. For example, several of you had said that organ donation was on Aaron's heart at a young age. Aaron was obedient and made the decision to become a donor. Now, even in death, Aaron has changed lives for generations to come. People's lives have been forever changed along with their loved one's lives, by the benefit of Aaron's gift. I know this, because I am a family member of a recipient of a donated organ. My father was in the hospital hooked to machines and absolutely had to have a heart and time was running out. He had already been on a heart pump for seven days and typically three days was the limit. I will never forget the phone call in the night when the voice said, "we got a heart!". I can't tell you how elated I was but how sad and hurt I was at the same time. Just as our family got such incredible news, there was another family having to say goodbye to their loved one. I prayed a lot for them and thanked God for the gift. It was very bitter sweet. I look at our life on earth as a dash between two dates before we live an eternity in heaven. It is really important to make your dash count and I think Aaron definitly left an impact on earth with his dash! We all can use his example as encouragement for our own lives. Thanks for letting me share.
Courtney Calhoun
June 26, 2010
I love you Aaron, and we miss you so much.
Terry Boots
June 26, 2010
As I said to Melanie, Aaron was like a shooting star, passing by in a moment but leaving us delighted and amazed.
Shelia Wasco
June 26, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss---Will always remember Aaron and will keep him in our hearts. So glad that we were able to share in his life. He went to school with our son and spent alot of time with us --he made me laugh and know he will watch out for all with a big smile on his face. Sympathy and prayers. Shelia, John and Johnny Wasco
samantha Johns
June 26, 2010
You were a great cousin, I love you and we will all miss you very much.
Sandra Calen
June 26, 2010
Grandma loves you so much. You were the light of my life. You were such a joy to have around and so kind and giving. Life will never be the same for me. You live on through your organ donation. I am so proud of you. You are my hero.
MARK CHARRES
June 26, 2010
I just wanted to tell all of you that I am so sorry for your loss. I will continue to pray for the family and if there's anything that I can do please let me know.
Mark Charres
Shannon Johns
June 26, 2010
Aaron you are forever in our hearts. I love and miss you!!!
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