Hadleigh West Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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kristen
March 22, 2009
Hadleigh,
i remember clearly the school years flying by and every summer when school let out we would all hang out at the pool. you would get the worst sun burn! haha, the smallest details of even elementary school with you often play in my head. Its crazy.. not many people can say they went to elementary school with the same person they went to beachweek with. I'm glad I got to know you for so long, keep watching over us all. Garrett misses you a lot. I did my best to console him. Your family is in my prayers. Stay happy, we miss you.
Jimmy Wiley
December 4, 2008
Kathy and Crystal,
I just learned today that Hadleigh had passed. I'm so sorry. Had I known I would have contacted you earlier. He was a sweet boy, strong and brave. Y'all's influence on him truly enriched his life and was always a sign to me of the goodness in mankind when so much of the worst is in the forefront. May God comfort you during this time, and know what an inspiration y'all are.
Dr. Jimmy Wiley
Meaghan Farrell
November 25, 2008
Hadleigh, what a great time we had playing softball together.You were such a good player and friend on our Bad News Bears Team a.k.a. Brio softball:) Although we knew each other for only a short time you had a contagious personality and a smile that will never be forgotten. I know you're in a better place now, but you will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lee Ann Ashby
November 21, 2008
Hoo Yah Hadleigh,
As you smile and look down on us every morning at 5:45am til 6pm, we will return it with every Hagler and Sit-up we do. I met you 3 years ago while working with your meema Jean and was impressed with your love of the guitar. I would of never thought, back then, that we would have a chance to meet again while doing push-ups together at SealTeam. Thank you so much for your positive attitude while holding me above your head. You will always be in my prayers.
Kathy and Jean~My thoughts are with you and your family and you know I'm available anytime by cell.
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Wanda Diller
November 21, 2008
Kathy, Mike and Crystal, may God bless and be with you. There are no words to tell you how sorry I am for you all and I know how much it hurts to lose someone you love but God is there and so is Mike and Hadleigh they all will bring each of you threw this and somehow let you find some peace in knowing they are all together and know that you are not alone. Hadleigh was so loved and blessed to have been part of you all. Keep your faith that he is all right now and you all will be together again.
Holly King-Woodward
November 21, 2008
Dear Kathy and family,I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Hadleigh was such a sweet addition to your loving family. I do hope that you find peace within each other to overcome such a great loss and may happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. Much Love
Regina Lutz
November 21, 2008
Hadleigh was a fine young man who seemed to give everything to what he did. Although our interaction was brief, he has left a lasting impression. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 20, 2008
Hadleigh
Gone but never forgotten. You were an angel on earth for 19 years. We all miss you so much but you are in a better place now. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers
Patti McComb
November 20, 2008
Kathy and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Kathy, you babysat for my daughter Taylor years ago, and Hadleigh lived with you.. your family was such a positive role model for Hadleigh and he was so lucky to have your family in his life. Our prayers are with you!
Patti, Larry & Taylor McComb
Love Tanya, Chris & the kids
November 20, 2008
Hadleigh we will miss you and I am so sorry for the loss. We will be thinking of you all.
Keith Witherspoon (Tucker Track Coach)
November 19, 2008
Throughout his life, Hadleigh was presented with many challenges. He met them all. Now, he's presented with peace. He deserves it. He will always be missed.
Raven Witherspoon (9 years old)
November 19, 2008
My dad used to coach Hadleigh's track team so naturally, I knew Hadleigh. He was always nice to everyone and it was great to see him all the time. I'm sorry he's gone but know he is now with God.
james orrock
November 19, 2008
Hadleigh- You will be with us forever! We will remember your smile, laughter, wittiness, appreciation of nature and music. This list could go on and on. Your spirit spoke to us through this song by Josh Groban - jesu , joy of man"s desiring .... for those reading I encourage you to listen to this song. "Had Man" we will greatly miss your physical presence...so positive and tender yet we will hold dear to the kind and appreciative spirit that has and will continue to touch many in the years to come. Much love to all who know you and special thoughts and prayers to all his family, Uncle Bubba and Aunt Virginia
ann smith
November 19, 2008
KATHY AND FAMILY MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYER'S ARE WITH YOU ALL, ANN SMITH (WOTM)
Amy Philipp
November 19, 2008
My heart aches so deeply for you all. Hadleigh was so full of life and had the most contagious smile. I had the privledge to join Seal Team Class 236 with him. His determination and preserverance was amazing. We will all miss him so. May the Lord keep you close and give you strength.
Hoo-Yah Hadleigh
Rose & Mike LeBron
November 19, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Tracy McGuire
November 19, 2008
Heaven is a wonderful place. My mom died when I was 16, now I am 41, nothing since then has ever hurt as much. I have become stronger for her love she gave me and my aunts tell me I am just like her today. I have made it a point to live my life to honor her, to the fullest, and face challenges, it made me brave. I believe she is with me and proud of my choices and my children. Penny, Hadleigh talked to me about you several times. I could tell how much he cared about you. Be brave and strong and we are thinking and praying for you.
Kenny & Becky Jenkins
November 19, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. What a beautiful soul God gave Hadleigh. Everytime we saw him at the river he was always so full of life. He will be missed.
Mark,Andrea & Hunter Castillo
November 19, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Scott and Augusta Jarvis
November 19, 2008
We are so sorry for your deep loss. Please know that your family is in our prayers! We love you!!!
Donna and Bernie Dunn
November 19, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers to Kathy and her family. Take each day one minute at a time and savor it! Hadleigh is in a much better place.
Much love to you and the family, Donna and Bernie
Terrie brann
November 19, 2008
He Only Took My Hand
"Last night while I was trying to sleep,
My son's voice I did hear
I opened my eyes and looked around,
But he did not appear.
He said: "Mom you've got to listen,
You've got to understand
God didn't take me from you, mom
He only took my hand.
When I called out in pain that night,
The instant that I died,
He reached down and took my hand,
And pulled me to His side.
He pulled me up and saved me
From the misery and pain.
My body was hurt so badly inside,
I could never be the same.
My search is really over now,
I've found happiness within,
All the answers to my empty dreams
And all that might have been.
I love you all and miss you so,
And I'll always be nearby.
My body's gone forever,
But my spirit will never die!
And so, you must all go on now,
Live one day at a time.
Just understand-
God did not take me from you,
He only took my hand."
~Author Unknown
I love you Had, your Aunt Terrie
Larry M
November 19, 2008
May you find peace in the sure and certain knowledge that the weight of your loss is being carried by many of Hadleigh's Seal Team members whose lives he touched in a posistive manner. Peace
Blair Funk
November 19, 2008
Hadleigh left a large footprint on many; his life story and energy is inspiring. As a father of a 19 yr old child I can only image your grief. I pray that our Lord will give you hope and strength during this time. 1 Peter 5:7,
Blair Funk, SEAL Team PT member
Stukie Valentine
November 19, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Chris M.
November 19, 2008
Your spirit to encourage, and inspire others will not be forgotten by those of us that had the privilege to be on your team. ...and although you are no longer with us physically, your spirit will be with us, your friends, and of course your family forever.
-Hoo Yah Hadleigh!
Aunt Jeanette Meade
November 19, 2008
Hadleigh, now that you look down on us from Heaven, you now know the love in all our hearts for you. Your beautiful smile, Your strength through all your trials you had to face so young, Your wonderful funny imaginative stories, to see you moves on the trampoline, to listen to you play your composed music, the memories you have given us to treasure and the lessons your young life has left will be etched in our heart forever. Kathy, Mike, and Crystal you gave of yourself so freely to make Hadleigh's life so blessed with a family, Thank you! May God wrap his loving arms around you and hold you, comfort you, and know your are loved and not alone.
Norma Arnold
November 19, 2008
I had the pleasure to work with Hadleigh for 3 yrs at Tucker High School in the school counseling office. He always had a positive attitude and lots of hopes and dreams.
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