Carter Bailey Obituary
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Paisen
May 1, 2024
2024. Wow! To go back and read everyone´s love, memories, pain.. I´m all grown up now with a big 8 year old boy who would´ve LOVED the crap out of you. It feels like it´s been forever, yet barely a few days since you´ve been gone. Even after all this time, everyone can still feel you & Dax with us. What powerful, deep love. Thanks for the marbles, Cart. Thanks for the guidance and comfort while we are all navigating the rest of the time we have left until we all get to see you again. I would give absolutely anything to be able to experience just one moment of my son knowing you.... Miss you. Love you.
Jeramy Spenst
March 16, 2021
It’s been 15 years and some change since you graduated this life, although you left unexpectedly I know you accomplished more than most people can dream about. I can’t seem to figure out where all the time has gone, but I know that you changed me for the better. You showed me that laughter is what soothes the soul and that friends can become as brothers. This is a great way to remember all the times we had. To all out there listening, I miss each of you and long for days past when our only worries were how long before we can get together again. I will ever hold each of you in my heart as family, and some even closer than that. I look forward to the day we are all united and can share the stories of our journey with each other. Carter I know you are busy keeping all of us in good spirits, you are doing a wonderful job.
Jeramy Spenst
Julie Bailey
November 5, 2017
So much time has passed and yet my heart is still grieving your loss I miss you every day and will until the day I see your smiling face again. Love. Mama
Jenni Cooksey
November 5, 2015
Happy Birthday Donny!! I miss and love you so so much.
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Jenni Cooper
October 24, 2011
Miss you. Love you.
Kylie Stewart
September 16, 2011
Carter:
My dear... I still think about you everyday. Wow, what an amazing person you were :) Just want you to know how much you ment to me, and still do. I left you a present at your plaque at Larkin. I love ya Bob the builder! I will NEVER forget the great times we had, and all the laughs. I hope your flyin high :) Xoxoxoxo
February 7, 2011
Well, the Steelers lost last night. I was sooooo sure they were going to win. I guess we just can't worry about things we don't have any control over. Steelers always remind me of you. They are one and inseparable. I missed you being there to cheer with me. I miss you always. I know you are safe and happy. See you soon.
Mama
Clif Davis
July 10, 2010
Hows hyperspace and the astral planes been bro? We all miss ya, 1 of my 1st memories of hangin as a kid was playing follow the leader on sugarloaf and your He-Man bday party and watching the Cat's Eye! Then there was the time we moved all the firewood for Jules whereupon I was viciously attacked by wood burrowing wasps, they even chased me into the street from the backyard! You went out back and made some mud for my wounds, that's the kind of friend you always were, thoughtful, caring and would go to any length to make sure someone was feeling better. The good ol' days of cub scoutery at the Dawsons and with Doug haha! White Rocks ahoy! Love ya mack dadday
Nate Bray
July 8, 2010
Hey bro... I came acrossnthis through Cliff. I wanted to justnnote thatni appreciate the great fun we shared together. I could go on for ages about all the times I sat in your basement laughing so hard I couldn't see straight. I think about listening to pearl jam late into the night while we came up with plans to sneak out girls. You and Jeremy were a dynamic duo bro. Somehow you added Chandler, cliff and Adam to the mix which looking back made a perfect crew. Hope all is well on the other side I'm sure your busy with the important things, eternal things. I love you man.
Chandler Bishop
May 26, 2010
Dear Cart,
I could not have asked for a better friend than you. We hit it off from the first day we met in seventh grade. I had just transferred to Eastmont and didn't know anyone there, but when we started hanging out it was clear we had the same interests: girls, rock&roll, and trouble. It was an honor to call you my friend for all the years that followed. I could go on forever about the crazy times but I'm not sure this is the proper forum for all the havoc and chaos we engaged in. I will simply say that what made all of those escapades fun and memorable was your good humor and devilish charisma. Love you buddy.
Ang
April 8, 2010
Ron Don, me and jenni are going to Skid Row and Great White tomorrow. We know you would be there with us because you rock with kber 101. I laughed out loud last night because I was watching Golden Girls and Rose said she was making Pfturgenflurgen cake. U made that for me and jess and we loved it. I know you are one to blow your own Knurgenbergen but you should! It's still the best cake I've ever had!
Paisen Bailey
December 5, 2009
Carter,
We all miss you so much. This time of the year is always hard for me. Now that my mom, parker and I are living at the sandy house, it brings back so many memories everyday of when you were here. We pulled out some home videos the other day and we had alot of you. It was soo wierd hearing your voice in about four years. I had a dream about you the other day.. that i was crying in my room here at the house and you opened my door and i was so shocked and confused and you sat on my floor and held me in your arms and told me everything was going to be okay while i cried. It is such a good feeling to have dreams about you. I know you are watching over us, i feel you around all the time. Parker is getting so big! he is going to middle school next year! its unbelievable. Oh and i finally have my drivers permit. wish me luck on the road! I miss and love you very much Cart.
much love,
Paisen
Courtney Banks
November 22, 2009
Hey Carter!
I've been so sad these last three days and I just figured out why. It's not fair that almost four years have past and you haven't been here. It's so strange to have kids you never met. They still know "Uncle Carter". Last week at the cemetery I was crying and Canyon who's 4 and a half said to me, "It's okay mom. I miss Carter too." He's so sweet I know you would have loved him. My God, all the kids- they are all growing up so fast. You'd be having the best time with these guys! It pisses me off a little. I love you so much. Thank you for giving me the strength to do everything I have to do every day! I also feel you supporting me in my book idea. I know when your around and I appreciate knowing that I have you to look after me.
Dennis- THANK YOU for maintaining this site- I feel so much better after I write in here. It's like you are paying for my therapy!!!! Thanks Dennis, you are a good Dad.
Love,
Courtney
November 12, 2009
I was on vacation on your birthday. I went to the hood the night before to make sure your Steelers flag was in place. I was on the beach watching the body-surfers and boogie-boarders and knew you would have been out there with them. I miss you so much lately, but feel you close at hand to comfort me and keep me positive. "Every thing will be OK" I look forward to wrapping my arms around you and seeing your sweet smile. Love you always.
Mama
Jenni
November 5, 2009
Happy birthday John Donson!!!! We are partying it up on Saturday at Court's house just for you. You should see the bottle shaped like a skull that I have for the toast. It is totally you and totally amazing. Miss you like crazy and can't wait to see you again and not just in my dreams. Love you forever and ever until we are together again.
Courtney Banks
October 24, 2009
Hey Cart,
It's been too long since I've written. Just found out yesterday that Bobbi D joined you on the other side. I'm sure you're making her feel right at home. :( I really liked her and will miss her very much. I miss you every day still. They say time heals all wounds but I found that sometimes thats total crap! I've felt you around for the last month or so, and now I know you were here for so many different reasons. How do you know to be here before the stuff goes down? Do they send you memo & tell you to pack your bags? You amazed me so much on Earth, I guess I shouldn't be so surprised now.
I love you so much,
Courtney
tribute @ the studio for Cart. Steelers, Dragons & Aliens yaaaarrrrrrggghh matey report to the crowz nest!
Clif Davis
August 25, 2009
Emily Cooper
August 21, 2009
Hi Carter,
You visited me yesterday. I was walking up to the old SLC Cemetery and found a marble on the ground. Jessie told me that if I find a marble on the ground it is your way of saying hello. Right after you died I was going through a huge bag of beer caps that you gave me. At the bottom of the bag there we two large black marbles. Right now I am really stressed out and I am going through some challenges that I know will soon pass. Thank you for saying hello. I know that you are reminding me to stay strong and to not give up. I love you and I miss you.
Love Emily
Jenni
June 9, 2009
I had the craziest dream on Sunday night. I was back in elementary school and was grocery shopping w/Dave and Mrs C. After we left the store we were heading home, in our old-school Bronco, on I-215 around Wasatch Drive when you called me. I don't remember much of our conversation except I heard your voice again!! It was like a ray of sunshine, a great message from a higher power. I wanted to tell you that you about the fire that would happen many years from then, but Dave didn't want me to for some reason. You told me "I love you" and of course I said it back. Then I hung up the phone and cried. It was sad, yet so amazing to hear you again. I miss you every day of my life and can't wait to see you again...
Clif Davis
April 29, 2009
Whats up bro how is life on the astral planes? Faith No More is getting back together hells jea! Take care and watch out for them reptilians haha...
cheers
Julie Bailey
March 17, 2009
Happy St. Patty's Day!!! I'll be out later to share a green beer. You loved this holiday. I remember the big tall hat I brought to you from Dublin. I wish I had a picture of you wearing it. I miss you still. Love you------
Mama
Jenni
January 22, 2009
So yesterday we had to put Kajia down. I hope that you and BoBo were there to greet her. Emily just kept telling me what a great life she's had and all the fun adventures she was taken on. My dog went to Moab so many times and I have still never been there.
Make sure she and Buster don't get into too much trouble together.
Love and miss you all!!
Shelby Shepherd
January 21, 2009
Hey Cart,
Just wanted to say Im still thinking of you. Im gonna come see you soon and bring Brookie... She has gotten so big!!!!
Love Shel'
December 2, 2008
Carter Farter,
I'm thinking of you at this awful time of the year. It is still hard to believe and live with the fact that you guys are gone. Know that I love you and miss you.
Aunt Mimi
December 1, 2008
A day late and a million dollars short I am! This past Thanksgiving weekend was all about you in my mind. It was great to go to The Hood on Wed. Court, Nic, Ally and I were all there celebrating for you and Smooth Diddly D. We chilled at Dax's then went to see you and had a toast to your lives. I even had Sponge Bob Square Pants paper cups for the occassion. It was a nice time, yet a sad day.
I miss and cherish the Thanksgiving nights we used to share. Eat lots, drink even more, then eat again!! The good old days. *SIGH*
Stupid boys are all around me. I lay in bed and cry, pretending I am with you while I do it. You always new how to make me laugh and put stuff in such a perspective that I never could myself. So logical, yet so goofy about my escapades! I miss that the most. I only have myself to cry to these days and it is no fun!! I will only cry for a moment when I see you next, then will have the rest of our time together to rejoice.
Til then, I love you with all my heart, soul and spirit.
Jenni
Courtney Banks
November 27, 2008
Hey Cart,
Sipped some champiggly at your place last night with Ali, Jenni and Nic. We shared stories and laughed. Jenni was wearing one of your shirts. It was so nice. Can't believe it's been 3 years. I love you.
Love,
Court
Jessica Bailey Gundersen
November 26, 2008
Alright Ronald Milsap! Im gonna give this a good clean go.... everytime I try this my entry gets denied because of my sailor mouth. I hate celebrating this day but any excuse to celebrate you and daxy is aight by me. I cannot believe that I am in the exact same condition 3 years later, 9 months preggers. I wanted so much for you to be a part of Bellas life - you know you guys woulda loved to play. Please condition this new one and prepare him/her to be a part of this rockin family because it takes a special person! I have been so numb for the past 3 years and now that Im awake and living again, I am able to totally laugh about all the funny stuff. Theres just so much and its bad funny but they are all classics. My personal fav is still when me and you and ang were laughing at that dude singin in his pretty car and right then he got rear ended and we all just busted up. See, bad funny but Don funny. I am glad we were so close because theres no way I can shake that. I talk to you constantly and I always know you are near me. Please always be near and watch out for our family. Lovee you donathan winters!
Luv your sis
November 26, 2008
Sad day for me. I struggle with this time of year, and yet I know it was your favorite. I have so many good memories and that will see me through. I'll see you soon and it will be a joyful reunion. I can look forward to that. Meantime, I will watch over our family here if you will watch over them from there. I love you and miss you always.
Mama
Courtney Banks
November 20, 2008
Hey Don,
Can't get you off my mind. Christmas music everywhere. Now I'm making new memories with my kids. I can't help but be warmed by the happy memories of you during this wonderful season. Always right there in the moment, making the most of it. I hope you and Dax are happy and busy. I look to the pretty winter stars and wonder how far away you guys really are.
I can't wait to see you again.
Love,
Courtney
November 6, 2008
We all gathered at the hood to wish you a happy birthday. It was so strange. As soon as we entered the hood, the fog began swirling all over the ground. It was dark and everyone in the car said it must be you visiting with us. The fog kept on swirling while we attached Steeler balloons to your flowers and let a few go up in the sky. We toasted with the Captain and cried and laughed. I received pictures of the girls with a picture that Katie had sketched. It was so like your artist style. She must have inherited your talent. I will keep watch over the family down here, but you need to cover them from above. Hug Dax for me. I signed the guest book for your memoriam picture, but I will say it again. I love you and miss you terribly. Sometimes I can't wait to see you, but you remind me that I need to stay here a while. Love---
Mama
November 5, 2008
happy birthday I sometimes think I can't live without you,but then, you let me know that I need to stay a while before I get to see your sweet smile. I love you and miss you terribly. Keep standing watch over our family. I know it is our gift.
Mama
Courtney Banks
November 5, 2008
Happy Birthday You!
Meetin everyone at the Hood tonight! I love to celebrate your life. Today has been nice and easy, just how you would have liked. And now I'm to the point that I can enjoy you and laugh about you. It's more fun than crying for the last 3 years! And, this is how you'd want it. I love and miss you forever,
Courtney
p.s. Canyon was crying today, and when I asked him what was wrong he said "Carter never got to meet me!" It broke my heart but I know you do know him and that you watch over us. Even the people that never knew you miss you. You are pretty special.
Mariam Kay
November 5, 2008
My Sweet Carter=Farter,
Happy Birthday to you!!
I suppose you and Dax are finding a way to celebrate without the "carnal" things you left behind. Just know that I love you, and miss you and Too=tee=tah more than life itself...until we meet....
Love,
Aunt Mimi
Deena Maxfield
November 5, 2008
Carter,
Happy birthday dear bro!!! You are with us I know all of the time. The kids and Troy and I feel you with us. Bella talks to you when she is with us. You are always in our hearts and we miss you terribly. Troy loves and miss you too. As you know Jessica is pregnant and this time of year will be tough for her. Please be with her during this time...she needs you. We spend a lot of time with her and Bela but we can't replace what you would have given her. I know she misses you terribly. Hoop it up today and really enjoy! Have one for us and we will have one for you. We all love you!!
Love,
Troy, Deena, Jenny, Cassie, and Garrett
November 5, 2008
Happy Birthday Carter!
We miss you so much....
Love you.
Pam, Paisen & Parker.
Jenni Cooper
November 5, 2008
Dun na na na na na You Say It's Your Birthday!!
Happy Birthday To You!!
We are gonna be at The Hood tonight at 6. I dropped off pumpkins for you, Smooth D and Landon on the 1st of November. I know it was late but they weren't decorated, so they are for Thanksgiving.
Please give me strength to get through this month. I dread Every November, but need to get past this fear of this month. I take from your strength to build mine up.
Thank you for being you and always being there for me, even now. And forever til we meet and hug again.
I love you more than words or feelings or actions can ever express. You are my Scorpio Twin Carter and for that thank you!
Kylie Stewart
October 23, 2008
Cart-
You're amazing! Fall reminds me of you :)
Sen
October 13, 2008
Cart-
You have been on my mind so much lately. Just like Courtney, as soon as the snow falls its hard to get you off my mind. It reminds me so much of you...and always has. I miss you & love you too much! I hope Macae is keeping you in line! hahahah..Love you forever!
Courtney Banks
October 12, 2008
Hello my dear,
Today the snow fell for the first time this year, and guess who I can't stop thinking of? When we dedicated your grave, the snow began to fall and within 10 minutes, the ground was covered. I will always think of you every first time the snow falls. How perfect.
I miss you. I cannot believe it's almost been 3 years. 3 years!!!
Hugs and kisses, Cart!
Love,
Court
October 11, 2008
We're having a taco party tonight for Cameron and Mya. They are moving to Missouri. Every time we have a family get-together I wait for you to open the door and come in. You are always late, even for your own parties. We will raise a toast to you and the Daxter. Stay close. Love you.
Mama
August 29, 2008
I know you will be celebrating Dax's birthday today. Give him a big hug from his Auntie Julie. Love you. Miss you both terribly.
Mama
Jenni
August 7, 2008
How weird that Court just posted yesterday considering I was thinking about you on my way to work today. Ok, not weird because I know that she & I are Always thinking about you. I've just been super sad lately. I went to look for li'l Lando's grave last week & stopped to drop off cute, li'l flowers for you & Smoothy.
I've had a few dreams about you lately, which I am super grateful for by the way.
In June I purchased tix for Mrs. C & I to go see George Michael in Vegas. He totally rocked the casba. It was an amazing show!! I thought about you the entire time & tears flowed. I remember sitting in your white Western Sun truck listening to his greatest hits with you. You really liked Father Figure along with Cowboys & Angels. He sang both. I told my ma you totally would have gone with us to the show. She told me it would have been like taking care of 2 kids, me & you in Vegas. It would've been awesome!!
Love, miss & will never forget you, my love. . .
Jen-ni
Courtney Banks
August 6, 2008
Hey Cart,
Thanks for the flowers. They are beautiful and a wonderful gift. I had surgery last week and I am not able to pick my kids up for a month! So I hired Paisen to come help me for a couple of weeks. She is such a pretty girl. She's going to be 14 next month. Life goes by so quickly...
I feel you a lot lately, I know you've been visiting. When I woke up from my surgery the first thing I said to my husband was "I was just with Carter". I felt so warm and safe when I woke up, so thank you for making sure I was ok.
I'm sure your busy with all the work your doing, you have a lot of people to look after. Life has gotten more bearable without you and Dax, but everyday is still hard. I haven't figured out what life and death are all about, but I guess if I knew that I wouldn't be here on earth. And so it goes.
I love you,
Court
June 17, 2008
I missed you on Father's Day. I went out with Brandon yesterday to take your kids pictures down that I had put up there. You would have made such a wonderful father. I'm sure you watch over your family to be there to guide them. I know you watch over us and I am thankful for that. I know you are safe and happy. That keeps me going. I love you.
Mama
Courtney Banks
May 24, 2008
Hi Cart. So today I wanted to listen to Audioslave soooo bad, and for some reason neither Jay nor I have any of the cd's. We have 4 of them between us, where did they go? What a cruel trick! You always were the best at good jokes.
I miss you so much lately. I go to visit you and Daxy like twice a week, but when I go see you I can't cry. It feels like your hugging me and I have no reason to grieve. So thank you for that, but I need to cry to you! Me and the girls always knew we could come to you and you'd fix our problems by changing our point of view. Now we don't have that and it's harder to work through things. In your memory I'm more patient in my car. You could tell me that the jerk in the other car may have just gotten some bad news. I wish I had the power to be just like you. You would say things will always work themselves out, don't waste tears or energy on it. You ARE amazing. You live on everyday through me.
And Guess What!!! We found out this week that Jessica is pregnant! We are so excited. I'm taking good care of her for you.
I love you so much words can't say it. Forever and ever and ever.... Court
P.S. Out of time for the best time you had...
Kylie
March 28, 2008
How are ya doin buddy? I was thinking about you a lot last night. You're in my heart always!
Jenni Cooper
March 12, 2008
Hey Cart. Tonight was Landon Smith's viewing. You and Smoothy better take care of baby Smith. He's chillin right by you two.
Clif
February 26, 2008
hey man that dream last night was awesome, I'm glad you drop in to hang out from time to time. That picture you showed me was so funny we were both young mullet rockers except I was wearing a death metal t-shirt that I have now that was great! hope you are doing well, and you are traveling the universe in your Merkaba! I will post a picture of my jam room soon with your tribute wall including Steelers banner, dragons & aliens! peace brotha!
February 21, 2008
Winter has been long and cold. I've missed you much lately. I feel your spirit often and it helps me to try and be happier. I'm trying.
Mama
December 27, 2007
Christmas is over and we all got through it OK. Isabella is so funny. She is learning your "stinkbug" position when she is not happy. She throws herself on the floor and hides her head and looks so much like you when you did that. I still miss you so much. I'm trying really hard to know it is OK, but some days I struggle. Stay close to me. Sometimes that is what keeps me sane is when I feel you so close and feel your love so near I can almost feel you physically. Tell Dax I love and miss him.
Mama
December 14, 2007
We missed you at Isabella's 2nd birthday party last night. Whenever the family gets together I keep looking and waiting for you to show up. You never do. I know it is very selfish, but I would still like one last time to see your face and your smile and hear you laugh and feel your big hug. It's the Christmas season and it is very hard to celebrate it without you here. Stay close. The whole family needs to feel your spirit and hope for better things. I love you.
Mama
Kylie
November 28, 2007
On Thanksgiving I was thankful for a lot of things.. finishing college, my family, my friends, etc. But what I was and still am really thankful for is knowing you. Your bright spirit has guided me through a lot of hard times over the last year. You're an amazing person.. Thank you for being there for me when you were here and still now that you're not. You've had such an impact on everyone who ever met you.. you're incredible! I love you ! I'll be thinking about you even more this holiday season.. if that's possible :)
November 26, 2007
I just want to say how thankful I am to have been chosen to be your mama. I wouldn't have changed a thing. I miss you. I love you. I will light candles tonight at the house in honor of you and Dax. Thank you for all the times you have comforted me and reached out to me. I know you will always be there for me and you are waiting to greet us all when we come home to you. Stay close during the upcoming season to guide us to spread the same joy and laughter you did when you were here.
Mama
Jenni Cooper
November 21, 2007
So tomorrow is Thanksgiving and it'll Never be the same. Usually I would head over to see you and the fam for a late night turkey visit. Then we would watch tv til we passed out. I miss you Ronald McDonaldson!
This weekend will be super hard, as this whole fall has been already. I went to Courtney's last night and had her feel how soft my hair was when I got there. (I just had it cut) A few hours later I felt someone touch my hair when I was alone on the couch. Think it was you. . .
Emily keeps dreaming of you and you're are all fit and love to work out. She says you're happy. I hope it's true. Say hey to smoothy for me.
I love you forever and ever!!!!
Kylie Stewart
November 5, 2007
Happy birthday Cart! I love you and miss you everyday!! Thinking of you always.. :)
Jenni
November 1, 2007
My 3rd try to write you. I miss you so much and will be at your house on your b-day. Please be there with us all.
Love you!!!
October 31, 2007
Happy Halloween. Missing one of my favorite "spirits"
Mama
Julie Bailey
October 29, 2007
We are planning a party in honor of your birthday coming up November 5th. It's "taco night" at the house in Sandy on your birthday. We welcome any guests that would like to come and participate. It's part of the ongoing celebration of your life and what it means to all of us.
September 19, 2007
It's Preston's birthday today. I miss you. I miss the fact that you won't be at the family party. I just miss you still so much. Love
Mama
Seneca
August 30, 2007
Its been awhile since I've written anything in here, so I really wanted too. I have been so lucky lately to have you visit me in my dreams. I wake up knowing that you were really with me and still feeling you hugging me. Then I feel the heart ache of you gone when I wake up. I know you watch over all of us, but that you really are having some major fun where you are. We miss you and Love you so so much!...
August 29, 2007
We are celebrating Dax's birthday today in our hearts. Give him a big hug for me.
Mama
Kylie Stewart
August 26, 2007
Your picture is amazing..it looks just like how I remember you. You're in my dreams Cart... So I guess I'll see you soon :)
July 30, 2007
Fireworks, fireworks,fireworks.
Mariam & I came to the hood to light bottle rockets for you and Dax. We missed you guys so much each time we lit one and it flew in the air and made a great popping sound. Stay close. We need your spirit. Love
Mama
Jenni
June 14, 2007
I can't wait to see your pic Cart!! I am finally able to dream about you now and I think it's your way of telling me that even tho I'm having a hard time in life right now, I'm gonna be okay. Miss you Every day of my life and can't wait til we are together again!!
June 13, 2007
Hooray! Your picture is up on your stone. Now we can see you when we turn the corner. Such a cute smile. So like you. Miss you still......
Mama
Kylie Stewart
May 30, 2007
Hey Cart! Wow it's been a while huh? I had a bbq last weekend...no bbq will ever compare to yours! I got a new job and everytime I drive home I pass your house. I still get excited when driving by, like your still there just hangin out, and I'm on my way over. I miss you Cart! You'll be happy to know I finally graduated hair school :) I wish you were here to get a haircut! I think of you more each day..See ya on the other side Cart! Muah!
May 23, 2007
Just a note to tell you how much I loved being your mama. I miss your sweet smile and incredible laugh. See you soon.
Ang
March 26, 2007
Well Ronnie...I did it. It was really hard but I know that it was the right thing to do for now. Thank you for always being there and comforting me so I can look back on times like this and remember your kind words and generous spirit! I am taking this day by day and remembering all the wisdom and advice you have given me throughtout the years. Thank you! I love you Donnie! I wouldnt be able to do this without the memory of YOU!!! My mom asked me the other day if it was harder this time because I didnt have my BEST FRIEND. I told her it's ok because now I get you all to myself! In my heart and thoughts and mind at all times!
March 6, 2007
Sooooo--we have the leprechaun thing going on in the hood. This holiday is so you. We have the hat, the sparkly stuff, the "Kiss me I'm Irish" sticker and the beads with built-in shot glasses. Everything is there. Everything but you. I miss you. I'll see you soon. Help me be patient. I love you.
Mama
Ang
February 26, 2007
Oh Ron Donathon Johnson Milsapion!! Boy do I miss you. This is one of those "times" in my life when I would run to you for support, the right answer, and what the right thing to do is. But you know what Donnie......I hear you. I know what you are saying and I know what you expect of me. You are still my rock. Thank you for still being there for me and I will make you proud!! I love you Ron. Love, Ang
Kylie Stewart
February 20, 2007
Hey kid! Happy late V day! Last week I saw a guy that looked just like you..he had the same style as you and everything. He reminded me of how much I still miss you and think of you always :)
Jenni Cooper
February 14, 2007
Happy Valentine's Day Cart. I have a boyfriend now and we are very in love!! You have actually met him before through Dax. They went to high school together and used to space cruise all the time. He says Hello to the 2 of you. He treats me great and you would be so happy for me. I have Finally found my Prince!!
Miss you lots and I am going to The Hood later to light Heart-shaped candles for you and Smoothy.
Lots of Hugs and Kissses. . . XOXOXO
Love you lots
Shelby Shepherd
February 13, 2007
Carter,
I still think about you often... And miss you deeply.
Jenny Maxfield
February 3, 2007
Hi Carter. I miss you so much. I just saw a great Japenese cartoon. Grandma told me you use to watch them in the middle of the night. I love them. They are funny and interesting. Well it is nice to talk to you. Love Jenny
Paisen Bailey
January 7, 2007
Hey cart!
Happy New years my favorite uncle! It was another hard year without you. every single day i am always thinking about you and how my life would be if you were here. It makes me very sad that we dont have you anymore. well, i want you to know that you will always be in my heart!
Love,
paisen bailey
Courtney Banks
December 27, 2006
A second Christmas without you. I laugh at every Christmas song I hear- because they ALL remind me of you! You were the BEST at spreading the holiday cheer. I think everyone's holidays are richer because you were here to "Season" it up! Memories are what make Christmas what it is. So thank you for what you've made my Christmas' to be.
I still love and miss you everyday,
Courtney
Preston, Pam, Paisen, Parker
December 25, 2006
Carter,
We wanted to wish you a merry Christmas! We miss you so much and we are very greatful that we got to be around such a great person like you! We hope you are having a great Christmas! You don't know how many people miss you. It's hard for you not to be around anymore, but we know your spirit will. We love you,
Preston, Pam, Paisen, Parker
December 12, 2006
Christmas Message:
There will be a white Christmas tree in the front yard at Carter's house. We invite any who would like to hang or write and leave on the tree at this time of year in remembrance of Carter and Dax. We hope to celebrate not only Christ's life as it began, but the lives of both Carter and Dax who had such sweet Christ-like spirits.
The Baileys
Kylie Stewart
December 5, 2006
Hey you! It's christmas time..and it somehow reminds me of you. I love it when I feel you near me when I need someone the most. You were an amazing person while you were here in body and you're an amazing person when your here in spirit. I missed your birthday party , but I hope you know you were on my mind all day.. as if I could forget about you at all :).
This christmas I've decided to donate anything I can in your name.. and trying to get my closest friends to do the same.. I know you were so giving and were always willing to lend a helping hand. Still to this day, you still inspire me in so many ways, to either do my best, be there for someone who needs a shoulder, or to lend a helping hand. I miss you so much Cart!!! I know I'll see you again one day.. and it will be like you were never gone! My heart goes out to your family this holiday season.. I hope everything is perfect for them all! I love ya kid!!
Julie Bailey
December 5, 2006
My son, you've left along with Dax
to live with God above.
Your purpose filled, you still march
on to touch us all with love.
To let us know that it's "OK"
to stop the tears that flow.
To live our lives the best we can
so when it's time to go
We'll fly to you and feel your arms
enfolding us so tight.
It's worth the pain, it's worth
the effort made to win the fight.
For you and Dax were valiant and
stayed 'til it was the end.
We will press on, and find the way
to make our own amends.
And now at Christmas time again
I'll think of both of you
And strength will come, the sun
will shine and we will all get
through.
Mama
to
Shelby Shep
December 4, 2006
Cart...
Just wanted to let you know you are always on my mind... and in my heart. The Steelers helmet that you gave me the first day you met me i have connected to my purse so you are always with me.
paisen bailey
November 30, 2006
Hey!!
Just thinking of you again!!! you dont even know how much i miss you and dax.im not kidding!! every day im thinking of you . Ijust wanted you to know that. im really sad you are gone!! Life just isnt the same anymore!! well, i love you like you were my own dad!! [my dad misses you so much too] So i better be going!! luv ya!!
your niece,
paisen
Paisen bailey
November 27, 2006
Hey Carter!!!
Happy Turkey day....a couple days ago. We all miss you so much!! I wish you were here for thanksgiving. But i guess you are in a happier place! Tell grandpa bell hi and we all miss him too!!
I will always love you,
Paisen
My Tats for Me & Carter
Jenni Cooper
November 23, 2006
HAPPY THANKSGIVING CARTER!! Just wanted to stop by and say hello. The one thing that I am most greatful for is the fact that I got to say Goodbye to you on your last night here. A hug, kiss and an "I Love You" were our last parting actions. I will forever be thankful for that last moment we shared together. I know the fam is missing you big time today. I hope all is well with you and Smoothy. I LOVE YOU!!!!!
Your partner in crime here on earth,
Paisen & Parker Bailey
November 12, 2006
Hey Cart,
Happy birthday!!!!!We miss you so much, we loved spending halloween with you and missed you this year. Paisen was a cave girl and Parker was a night slasher/football player... Parker's football team was undefeated this year and made it to state championship, they came in second!!!! Wish you could have been there..We all miss you so much.... more than words can say.
Jenni Cooper
October 28, 2006
I just have a suggestion for those planning on attending the party. I want to get some food together to donate to the Food Bank for Thanksgiving. I know Cart loved this Holiday and had a blast helping Dennis prepare dinner & snacking with me later that night every year. If anybody could please bring a food item with them, I will be going to the Food Bank on Monday to donate the food in Honor of Carter. I would pay for dinner all by myself, but I really have no money right now. I know that Carter would love it if we donated items in his name.
Thank you all!!
October 27, 2006
Address change for Carter's birthday party. It will be held at Carter's house in Sandy. Same date, same time. See you all there.
October 26, 2006
We are having a birthday celebration for Carter on his birthday November 5th. It will be a "taco party" at his aunt Mimi's house at 9979 Albury Road in Sandy at 5:00 p.m. Everyone is invited. Love to see you there.
Jenni Cooper
October 19, 2006
Just missing you like crazy and wish you were here to go out to dinner with my family for my b-day like you did last year. I told Mrs. C that it was the BEST Birthday Dinner I have had in my almost 27 years of life. You didn't even order a beer. I am so glad for all of our times we had together and cherish them everyday of my life and will continue to do so. Googie gave me a locket that is from you and I wear it every day. Your heart will always rest atop mine till I see you again.
Love you always Donny!!!
Amy Jo (Hansen) Stanley
October 18, 2006
Hey Caretr-
I had a dream about you last night so I thought I'd write about it. You were driving us to a party in the snow and skidding out on purpose a lot to make us laugh. It just made me think of you a lot today and remember fond memories. You were always making everyone smile and had a contagious laugh. You took me to my first Homecoming dance and it was so much fun. I found my picture awhile back and it's funny cause your eyes are half-closed! We had the same birthday- Nov. 5 and I thought that was so cool!(High school stuff, you know.) Anyway, just thinking about you and wishing we had kept in touch better. Hope your family is doing well- I know you're watching over them.
Love, Amy Jo
Jenny Maxfield
September 23, 2006
Hi, I miss you so much. Last night me and Brighton saw a shirt that you would love. I thought about getting it and taking it to the hood but I didn't have my money!!
Brighton GUNDERSEN
September 23, 2006
I can not wait to see you again. All of us miss you and I gess I will see you later.
paisen bailey
September 19, 2006
hey cart. Just thinking of you! I miss you so much.
Love you,
Pace
Jenni
September 14, 2006
So I finally got my tats!! They are awesome and loved by all. Especially you, I'm betting. They were slightly painful and well worth it!! I love and miss you so much, but know that you are with me thru all of my trying and happy times. Take care of Steve Irwin for us all.
September 13, 2006
To the Boys in the Hood
We turned our heads, went out of town, now warning did we see--
We couldn't know they'd leave, walk through that door, it couldn't be---
And then it was, that part of life that yanks our little chain--
They lived, we loved, we said goodbye, and oh---a lot of pain---
So many came to cry with us for lives that touched their soul---
So many things we didn't know, the things that went untold---
And then, the graves, the final place to try and touch their hands-
The hands we held so casually when guiding through the sand---
The smiles that filled our hearts with joy---
The men we held as baby boys---
The men that now watch down from high to let us know they care---
To tell us "It's OK", we'll help to guide you safely there
Mama
September 7, 2006
The first game for the Steelers this year. Of course, you know they won. Go Steelers!!!!!!!!!!!
Mama
Kylie Stewart
August 30, 2006
Hey kid.. im just in school,remembering you, as always.
Clif Davis
August 10, 2006
Well I'm sure you already know this but Chandler is getting married. We should be going to Queensryche again but I'm sure you get to see any show you want wherever you want! Operation Mindcrime Forever! Thanks for all of the forgotten memories you keep bringing up, strong with force you are!
Seneca
August 1, 2006
I found this poem and I thought it sounded as though Carter was saying it this to you and wanted to share it:
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 1998-2006
I love you and miss you so much!
Kylie Stewart
July 10, 2006
Hey kid! Happy late fourth of july! I still miss you!
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