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for MAKENNA BARTEL-HEANEY
Mary
May 15, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I received a necklace and ring for Mother's Day a few years ago made by Makenna. They are beautiful and I love them. I was looking forward to her return this year to the Laumeier Art Fair in St. Louis.
May 12, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of Makenna's passing. I was trying to find another wonderful piece of her jewelry for a friend of mine. I will think of her beautiful smile each time I wear the fantastic turquoise ring she made. I purchased it @ the Quivera holiday mart in 2010.
Jennifer Dougan, Prairie Village
Mike Bose
May 4, 2013
Makenna is a class act both in work and presence. I'm honored to be a friend.
May 3, 2013
We so enjoyed having Makenna a part of our Lake Quivira Holiday Bazaar in November of 2012. Her art work was lovely. As we spoke with her, we could tell what a lovely lady she was.
Wendy Koski
Vendor Selection Committee Chairman
Lake Quivira, KS
Lake Quivira, KS
Linda (Maloney) Liberty
April 30, 2013
Makenna was an inspiration to everyone who's life she touched! I can not adequately express my sympathy to her family. Please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers! She was a spectacular talented woman & I am happy to have had the pleasure to have known her.
Lynn Simon
April 30, 2013
I just got a call yesterday about Makenna. I am sending love and prayers to all of you. What an incredible young lady with so much talent and giving. The memories of Reinhardt Lane I will always carry with me. Stay strong and know that you are loved and being prayed for. With a saddened heart...
Lynn Farrell Simon
April 28, 2013
Dear Cindy, Dave, Devon, JD/James,
We are so sorry to hear of Makenna's death. Please know our thoughts and prayers have been with you during her/your difficult and courageous journey and we will continue to hold all of you in prayer.
Love and Comfort,
Dennis and Mary Helen Dennihan and Family
Valerie Preston
April 26, 2013
Makenna, you gave so much to sooo many! You don't even know what you meant to most. Love you, you will always be in my heart! r.i.p.
Jenny Shipman
April 26, 2013
I had the pleasure of working with Makenna and JD as they moved into the farmhouse I represent for my boss. Makenna was always a joy to talk to and would feel so bad if she had to call with work that needed to be done. I remember coming out to visit with her on a maintenance call and begging Lex to like me and Makenna just laughed and laughed as Lex would have nothing to do with me. She was a wonderful person and I am so very blessed and lucky to have known her, even for a brief period of time. My heart goes to her family, especially JD for I know they truly loved each other deeply. We are all better people for having known Makenna and blessed she will be an angel to watch over us.
April 25, 2013
Makenna has given us a beautiful example of how to live. Love to all who will miss her. Aunt Katie
April 25, 2013
We are so happy that we were able to spend time with Makenna and JD in Florida. Our condolences to all who will miss her especially JD. All our love, Granapple and Grandpa
LaDonna Lanning (Kyndel's mom)
April 25, 2013
My heart is incredibly heavy for all of you. There are no words to express my sorrow for your loss of Makenna, but know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
The Law Family
April 25, 2013
The entire Bartel-Heaney family will be in our prayers for comfort and strength as you mourn the loss of your beloved Makenna.
Kathy Gomric
April 24, 2013
My son Patrick and I were so blessed to have met Makenna and she will be in our hearts forever.
Florida December 2012
Uncle Ron & Aunt Amy
April 24, 2013
Makenna was a truly magnificent woman who handled everything with style & grace. She will be sorely missed. Thank-you J.D. for bringing her into our lives.
Delana Lee
April 24, 2013
Makenna, I only knew you briefly, when I returned as a nearly-forty non-trad to finish my metals degree. I was blown away by your talent, passion, skill, and creativity, your friendliness and that amazing smile, which could light up a city block. Thank you for your humor, your kindness, and most of all, your art.
Jack and Maren Heaney
April 24, 2013
We were so saddened to hear of Makenna's passing. She has touched so many lives and was such an exceptional young woman. We know she brought J.D. great happiness. Our heartfelt sympathy.
April 24, 2013
Cindy.....there are no words, I am so very sorry. Hugs, Nancy McCarthy
Emily Wilkes
April 24, 2013
JD, my heart breaks for you, your family and Makenna's family. I wish all of you the peace and love that you need at this time. Much love.
Todd Shelley
April 24, 2013
I met her at the Mid-Winter art show where we were both artists. My wife and I became good friends with Makenna and JD. I was glad to have known her.
I also took the pictures at their wedding. http://tjsphoto.net/jdmakenna/
April 24, 2013
Makenna was a talented and beautiful young woman. I know she and her family put up a strong fight against this awful disease. My heartfelt prayers are with you all.
Trent Dunaway
April 24, 2013
My heart goes out to James and the rest of Makenna's family. Makenna was an amazing person. I asked her to help me with my wedding band, and even though she didn't even know me, she bought and personalized the ring for me. Then she gave it me as a wedding present. This just goes to show how kind and endearing of a person she was.
Joe and Ellen Martinez
April 24, 2013
Your grace and courage inspire all of us. Our heart aches for our loss.
The Lubiaks
April 24, 2013
It is with the heaviest of hearts we offer our condolances to James, Dave, Cindy and Devon on the loss of a beloved wife, treasured daughter and loving sister. May Makenna rest in peace and forever watch over you. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Makenna's extended family and friends.
Linda Conley
April 24, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Makenna's Family at this very sad time. I met her a few years ago at an Art Fair. Makenna was a joy to talk to and her jewlery was magnificent. I will treasure the pieces I have and know that God has a wonderful Angel now in Heaven with him. May she rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with her husband, parents, and sister.
April 24, 2013
I met Mackenna through my son at an art show - he, too, was artist there. He and his wife bought me some of Mackenna's jewelry, which I love. She was a lovely young woman and I am so sorry for your loss. Nancy Shelley Tharp
Michael Blake
April 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to both the Heaney and Bartel families. I know this is a great loss for all of you and all the people who were touched by Makenna.
Kyndel Lanning
April 24, 2013
She is forever loved and remembered. There is much admiration with how she held her head high and handled life challenges with such grace and beauty. She was a dear friend the moment we met in orientation for college to present. Words cannot describe how much I will miss her laugh, smile and voice, but am relieved knowing she is resting in peace, no longer suffering and yet another angel watching over me. My "Big Mak" will always be in my heart.
April 24, 2013
We will look toward the Heavens and see a very bright star and know that Makenna is smiling on us.
Love. , Jim and Mary Ann Lydon, Ardmore, PA
April 24, 2013
Makenna will truly be missed. Every time she walked into the gallery she brightened up the whole room! She was such an amazing soul and we are blessed to have known her.
- The Phoenix Gallery staff
Cecilia
April 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Makenna's family. Brave, wonderful, talented, positive, strong woman. Always with a smile, friendly and lovely. Will surely miss you Makenna. <3
Makenna loved this picture of my dachshund. I have to include it here!
Misty LookingHorse, RN, BSN, CM
April 24, 2013
It is so unfortunate I meet the most amazing individuals only after a serious life limiting illness has been diagnosed. Makenna was truly an amazing young lady. It was a true honor to have met Makenna & her entire family and care for her in her final days. I knew from the start the moment I walked into Makenna's room, seeing Lexi sitting on the bed barking at me we would be a great team as we both were dachshund moms and I knew exactly how to get in good with Lexi! I looked forward to every visit with Makenna and will hold a special place in my heart for her. May you be at peace knowing she is looking over all who loved her. She will not be forgotten.....Rest in Paradise Makenna!
Dawn Strecker
April 23, 2013
I did not know Makenna personally, she is a friend of my sons. I know that every picture of her I saw with her in it, there was a beautiful smile and that her friends love her and will miss her dearly.
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