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for Michael Burress
Aunt Lissa
December 28, 2011
There will always only be one Mikey......I will always see that great smile, winking eyes, and loving heart. I know one day we will be with u again but for now there is so much sadness and our hearts ache. You r forever in our hearts! Love u so much
Cissy Sowders
December 28, 2011
N E V E R would I have ever, ever thought I would be carrying the most horrible grief, loss, pain, and saddness of a momma's broken heart in losing my/her child....I want you here with me, I dont want you to be a memory or a person in a memory book. I am not the one with the power as if I was I would never put this burden on any true mom. Today is your birthday, your 25th birthday, I love you deeply and miss you more.....mom
Karen Henry
December 26, 2011
Love you Mikey, as i set here and ponder over things i know that i was not around a lot and i missed out on the great man you turned into. I hear people talk about you,all the people that you loved and was there for and your beautiful smile and it saddens me that i missed out on so much of your life. But i love to hear the stories from people and all the good memories they have shared with me. And i know that you are missed very much by a lot of people to many to count. Love you Buddy, Our lose heavens gain. You truly are a angel now and then.
Teresa Darnbush
December 23, 2011
One year ago today I received the horrible news that you were gone. You've been on my mind so much lately, as have your entire sweet family. We will forever miss your beautiful smile, brilliant mind, and intelligent wit. The world is much more lonely without you in it. Love you, Micheal.
john lowery
December 20, 2011
there nothing i can do to ease this pain we all feel iam so afraid to think of you because im so tired of crying it doesnt do any good you are and always will be so dear to my heart," uncle john"
Brandon Jones
December 20, 2011
I will always remember Mike. I will always remember his kind heart, and his free spirit. Straight to the piont, but always concious of others feelings and needs. We had some great times together and i feel blessed to have known such a person.You truly were the best friend a guy could ever ask for, and I will always charish the things you taught me and the memories we made.I will always carry you in my heart brother..
Cynthia Wade
December 19, 2011
I know we did not see each other much but you are family and I love you. I remember coming to a Lowery Christmas one year and I got a box of Chocolates and I guess you did not think it was good enough for me because after it was over you offered to switch gifts with me. Althought I was happy with the candy I just thought it was so sweet how you wanted to make sure I had fun. I wished that I would have come to more of them and got to know you and the rest of the family better. I miss you. My Dad loves you so much and his pain is so deep I wished I had been around you all more so that I could share memories with him and help hom thru. Like your mom always said to me when I could not come. Your missing out on making a memory...
December 19, 2011
We Miss you Mike and think of you everyday...........
We love you
Jay, Angie, Dylan
Christopher Hoeppner
December 19, 2011
I love you and Ronnie like brothers, there isn't a day that goes by where I don't look at a picture of you and remember times I got to share with you. I still remember the conversations we had and hold a lot of advice you gave me close to my heart, you were a kind and honest man, and I'll always remember you and love you.
Karen Henry
December 19, 2011
It has been almost a yr. what can i say? Nothing that i can say can take away the pain this family has been going thru. I know i love this whole family very much and i think of them often and pray for them.
Margaret Sowders
December 17, 2011
Remembering you today and every day...mom
Katie Swisher
January 21, 2011
Mike was one of the only people I've met at PSCC who I enjoyed just listening to. He had the intellect of a philosopher and the demeanor of a saint. Hopefully his thoughts are even more free now along with past great minds. His greatness will be sorely missed. I'm sorry for yours and the world's loss of such perfect potential.
Jake Croft
January 3, 2011
You are all in my families prayers
Kirktenia Brown
December 30, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 29, 2010
To the family of Michael Burress,
As a parent I can't even imagine how heavy your heart is now. My heart aches with yours.
Marisa Durham, Knoxville
Jacqueline Ligdis
December 28, 2010
My deepest sympathy for your loss. May God bless with you beautiful memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Blackorby
December 28, 2010
Dear Sissy and Family,
You are in my prayers during this difficult time.
Mary B.
ronnie jones
December 28, 2010
i didnt know him or the family, but read this and wanted to say my thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time! and wanted to say i apreciate your son for going to fight for me as well as for the country. he is a true hero and very brave to do such a great deed. ronnie
December 28, 2010
Sissy, I am so sad to hear of your loss. Thomas told me yesterday. Please know you are in my prayers.
Sue Waggoner
Hagood, Tarpy & Cox
December 28, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about the family's loss. I never had the opportunity to meet Mikey but from what I have been told he was a wonderful young man. I appreciate the service and dedication he gave our country while serving in the military. You all will be in my thoughts.... -KC Keeton
Michelle Carter
December 28, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We are sorry for your loss. Nam Nix, Michelle & Jeffery Carter
Gloria Sowders-Conner
December 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in the loss of your son. May GOD bring you peace beyond your understanding.
Rachel Dodson
December 28, 2010
Cissy, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers that the Lord will help you through this difficult time. He was and still is a very special Hero. -Rachel D-
Jan Bishop
December 28, 2010
Cissy, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jan Bishop
Rick, Lucinda & Justin Liles
December 28, 2010
Lucinda and I are so sorry for your loss. We are praying that God will give you comfort and peace during this devastating time.
Teresa and Randy Darnbush
December 28, 2010
Cissy and Dennis, Mikey knew he was loved so much by you and his brothers and sisters. He was a brave, unique, outstanding young man. His smile lit up the room and just made you smile in return. He will be sorely missed. We love you all.
Glenna Harrell
December 28, 2010
You and your family are in my prayers. I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Beth Watkins
December 28, 2010
From one military mom to another, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss, may god give you comfort. Thank you Michael for your time of service...go rest high on that mountain !!! God Bless
Jeffrey Jansen
December 27, 2010
Denny and Cissy, I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. You are in my prayers, may the Lord provide comfort to your family.
Kristy Caldwell
December 27, 2010
Bernice , Scott & Thomas Hill
December 27, 2010
Cissy, our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are so sorry to hear about your son. I know you love him dearly. May God comfort you during this time.
Ed Jones
December 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the Burress family, I am truly sorry for your loss; Mike was a special person and good man. He will be missed greatly by me and anyone that knew him.
Norm Burns
December 27, 2010
My deepest condolence at your loss. I try and ride as many ceremonies as I can, but I am unable to make this one. As a Veteran of both the Marine Corps and the Navy, I feel as if I have lost a part of myself. In a way, I have. Once a Marine, always a Marine, and I am certain he was a great example of the best our country has to offer. He will be missed, and you, his family will be in my prayers.
December 27, 2010
I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Dawn Duthoy
December 27, 2010
sissy &dennie i am so sorry for you loss.your family is in our prayers.scott&makayla carroll
Chiquila Mattress
December 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. New travelers employee,
Paula Proffitt
December 27, 2010
Sissy, words can not begin to say how sorry I am sweetheart...My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let us know if there's anything we can do for you.
Belinda Carrell
December 27, 2010
Cissy, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and may God bless and comfort you .
Belinda Carrell
December 27, 2010
Cissy - this is just heartbreaking for you and your family. I am so very sorry and have you all in my prayers! Kelley Gregg
Jennifer Evans
December 27, 2010
Want you to know I am praying for you! Jennifer Evans - Travelers.
December 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Bette Simons
Beth Graver
December 27, 2010
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
December 27, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with you. Your friend Kay Everett
Glen and Macie Armstrong
December 27, 2010
Dear Friends, it doesn't seem enough to write a little about such a special young man. We are all so proud of him. I want to repeat what everybody else said and add how much we all loved Mike and we pray for the family. Love you Cissy, Dennis, Katie, Ronnie, Daniel, Samantha, Lisa, and other family. I know many hearts are broken and can only be comforted through prayer and peace from above.
Teresa Bumgarner
December 27, 2010
Sissy, from someone who just last week lost my father suddently and unexpectedly I offer you my prayers. Teresa Newman Bumgarner
December 27, 2010
Sissy, from someone who just last week lost my father suddently and unexpectedly I offer you my prayers. Teresa Newman Bumgarner
December 27, 2010
Cissy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Betty Hurley (Mohawk, TN)
Hollie Moore
December 27, 2010
Sissy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. How very proud we are of such a brave man you raised. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. My deepest sympathies.
December 27, 2010
I am so saddened to hear of the loss of your son....please know you are in my thoughts and prayers - Diane Cole
December 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your friend Kay Everett
December 27, 2010
We love you Aunt Cissy and Uncle Dennis!! We will miss Mikey tremendously!! Our family is praying for you guys.
Steven,Stacy,Garrett,Grady,and Morgan
December 27, 2010
Cissy: My heart aches with yours and my thoughts go out to you and your family. You can be so proud of what he accomplished - we are ever grateful for his service to this country. He will be missed. Barbara Bell
December 27, 2010
CISSY AND DENNIS, As a parent, I can't imagine how your heart feels...I can only imagine...I have been praying for your peace and comfort during this time. My God surround you and your family with his loving arms. Andrea Johnson
Best Friends Always
Kristy Caldwell
December 27, 2010
How blessed are we to have known such a special person as Mike. He will be remembered always in our hearts as part of our family.
Ronnie and Kristy
December 27, 2010
Denny,Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your extended family in Wilmington,OH.
Martha Ledford
December 27, 2010
Sissy, I am so very sorry for your loss. I know how much you loved Mikey and how proud you were of him. If I could take away the pain, I would. I am praying for God to give your family strength and let his gentle touch comfort your hearts.
Christopher Jones
December 27, 2010
Cissy, Denny, and family
JIll and I are very sorry for your loss. Mikey will be missed very much. We are praying for you every day.
Chris and Jill
December 27, 2010
Our thoughts & prayers are with your family.
John & Tiny Lindsey
Sommer Stewart
December 27, 2010
It was a pleasure to know Michael. He was a great person and will be missed deeply. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.
December 27, 2010
Our thoughts & prayers are with your family. John & Tiny Lindsey
Courtney Jones
December 26, 2010
Mike was someone who never ceased to make me smile. He was truly a blessing while he was on this earth. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Mike DeLozier
December 26, 2010
Denny,Crissy and family,
We are so sorry for your loss our heart and prayers are with you. we pray God keeps you in his care. Love Mike and Lisa DeLozier
Mike and Lisa Delozier
December 26, 2010
Denny and Cissy and family our hearts are with you and our prayers. May God comfort you and your family we are so sorry.
Aunt sharon
December 26, 2010
I am so thankful to have watched Mickey grow up to be the fine young man he was,he was always smiling and loved life fully. I was proud to call him my nephew, and will miss him terribly. My thoughts are never away from you Cissy and Dennis, I love you.And i know God will sustain you.
Pam Martin
December 26, 2010
Dear Dennis and Cissy,
I was saddened to hear about Michael. From what I have heard about him from K.J., Ronnie, Robert and Wilma, he was a remarkable young man. I pray that God will comfort you and your family.
Jon-Michael Dhaene
December 26, 2010
Mike had a huge heart and was like an older brother to me and I loved and looked up to him as one. I hope that your family finds comfort and peace.
Brian Rickerson
December 26, 2010
Denny- our thoughts our with you. My entire family has ben touched by your lose. If you need me just call.
Brian Rickerson
December 26, 2010
Denny,and family - We just want to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are truely saddened at your lose, and should you need any support feel free to contact us.
Sandra Foster
December 26, 2010
Cissy, I am sooo sorry to hear about Michael.. If you need anything let me know.. We love you all....
Sandra & Eula
Kimberly Byars
December 26, 2010
About the only way to sum up Mike is "one of a kind" I'm thankful I got to meet him when he was in the Marine Corps. He will truely be missed
Cheryl Bjorklund
December 26, 2010
Cissy and Dennis you are in my thoughts and prayers, my prayer is that God will wrap his arms around you and give you comfort and remember Cissy that you will see him again some day. I love you Lady Cheryl
Cheryl Bjorklund
December 26, 2010
Cissy and Dennis my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. I pray God will wrap his arms around you and give you comfort and just remember you will see him again one day. Love you guys Cheryl
Charles Pratt Jr
December 25, 2010
You are in our prayers
December 25, 2010
My sincere condolences on the loss of Mike. My kids went to school with him @ Carter. It always breaks my heart to hear about a life cut so short. Only God has all the answers. I know there is nothing I can say to make you feel better, but know your family is in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless! Stephanie Maples, Jessica, Justin, and Zachary
December 25, 2010
Dennis and Cissy, We are so sorry for your loss. We remember when Michael received Christ as his Savior. We are praying for you at this time. We know that someday we will see him again. God bless you is our prayer. Paul & Mona Cameron
Joe Weinrich
December 25, 2010
Mike you will be missed -Joseph Weinrich (Sgt/USMC/0321)
SUE THARP
December 25, 2010
Sissy, I pray that God will provide the strength that is needed at this time. You and your family are in my prayers. Michael was a very luck child to have such a thoughtful and loving mother.
Holly Henry
December 25, 2010
Cissy I am so sorry for your loss..... You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pastor Steve
December 25, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. May God bring healing and comfort to your broken hearts.--
December 25, 2010
Margaret, Dennis and family:
It was my pleasure to assist you during this dificult time. Please rest assured that my thoughts and prayers reamin with you as you travel this dark valley.
Donnie Ownby
Berry Funeral Home
December 25, 2010
Sissy and Dennis, Mike made it through the Hell of War to be able to spend more time with you. That we are all thankful for. May God keep you wrapped in his love to help you make it through this time of deepest sorrow.
Mike seemed like one of our grandchildren. KJ had adopted the whole family years ago and so did we. We love you and feel your pain.
December 25, 2010
Sissy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Laura Carroll
David and Kristen Stout
December 25, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers to your family.
Mitchell Burress
December 25, 2010
A man who loved country and family, the world needs more of these heroes.
Mitchell and Janet Burress
Mitchell Burress
December 25, 2010
I never got a chance to thank you personally for your service to our country.
December 25, 2010
We love you very much and you were a Specail person that touched many lives.........We will miss you, Jay, Angie, Dylan
December 25, 2010
Your family is in our prayers. I am very sorry for your loss, Joann and Jerry McGinnis
sandy bowlen
December 25, 2010
Sissy, I am so very sorry. I know how proud and how much you love Mikey. You will be in my thoughts and prayers each day.
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