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Blake
January 1, 2025
Was thinking about all the wonderful Christmas celebrations at the house...the fire roaring and having the house so warm, grandma having shrimp, the tree decorated with grandmas hand knit stocking she made us every year. Lamb dinner with tangy bread. Spending time after diner in the back room assembling our LEGOS we received for gifts. I will never forget those memories, thank you for making those holiday celebrations every year. Holidays are lonely now so it makes me appreciate the memories even more.
I love you
BRS
July 22, 2024
Thinking of you grandpa. Love you
BRS
December 9, 2023
I love you grandpa
Blake S
July 8, 2020
Aunt Debbie,
If you see this, Ive been trying to do research on our ancestry and genealogy. Ive done 23 and me and I have my results. Please email me at [email protected] if you would like to connect. I have questions regarding grandma and grandpa
Debbie
November 4, 2016
Hi Dad, it has been eight long years since you left to join Mom. I look at your picture every day and think about how much I miss you. Some days are more painful than others. Every now and then, I'll say something you always did, or think the way you always would, and it makes me smile to realize how much we were alike. We've had a spectacular fall this year, and I know how much you would have enjoyed it. This morning as I left for work, the stars were so incredible. The Big Dipper was right over the house, and Orion's Belt was across the street. You taught me to appreciate these things, and I am still grateful. We are living in frightening times right now, and how I wish I could talk to you about my thoughts and fears. I'll press on, remembering to "take care from myself," as you always used to say. Love you Dad!
J S
July 20, 2016
Happy Birthday Dad
I miss you terribly and I hope you'd be proud of how I'm taking care of things.
Blake
August 9, 2011
I miss you grandpa. I strive to live a life as successful and fullfilling as yours. You set the bar high, but hopefully I can make you proud. Say hi to grandma, she must be throwing some amazing dinner parties up there with her tangy bread. always remember, first eat 'a soup :)
Debbie Clement
September 18, 2008
Dearest Dad, Today is the day of your funeral and I am filled with sorrow. I miss you so much! While I am happy you are with God and Mom, I am sad I can no longer speak with or visit you. After all you have endured these past months, at last you are at peace. Until we meet again, I will love you forever in this life.
Bill, Clevonne, Joe, JoLoyce and Jim Searles at 50th Anniversary Party for Joe and Betty Searles
September 17, 2008
September 17, 2008
Jamie,Blake & Robbie,
Sorry to hear of your father's and grandfathers passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Maurice,Keren, Maurice & Billy Turner
Cindy [Mills] Mase
September 17, 2008
Dear Debbie, Jamie and family,
My family & I send our love at this difficult time. We mourn the loss of your parents in such a short time, and know they are now at peace.
Today, we celebrate Uncle Jims pride of heritage, and respect his accomplishments.
May his strength be with you.
Clevonne Jeka
September 17, 2008
Dear Debbie and Jamie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this time. Know that Uncle Jim will be missed by all. Your cousin, Clevonne Jeka
Linda Kalinoski
September 17, 2008
Dear Debbie, Jamie and family,
You have our sincerest sympathies. Also our greatest thanks for sharing your father with us this past year. It was a joy to have all of you in our lives.
With our Deepest Sympathy,
Linda, Jenny, Mark, Libby, Pat, John, and the staff at Gervais
Jed, Jeannine, Jocy,Andy & Katie Osborne
September 17, 2008
Jaime and sons,
So sorry about the death of your father and grandfather. You are in our family's thoughts and prayers.
MARGIE SANDERS
September 17, 2008
I was so sorry to read of your Dad's passing. He was the best boss. Both he and your Mom were so kind to me.
Jolene {Searles) Vitko
September 16, 2008
Debbie and Jamie,
Your Dad was a man whose knowledge I respected and admired. In his later years, he seemed to have a twinkle in his eye on occasion - usually one of us was the target of his wit. I know you cherish your memories of him and I pray they bring you solace.
Shirley Kirk
September 16, 2008
Dea Debbie and Jamie,
You have had a difficult year taking care of your parents and have stayed strong. Your mom and dad are resting peacefully now. Stay strong.
Shirley Kirk (Dyersburg,TN)
Jeffrey Petersen
September 16, 2008
Debbie and Family,
I’m very saddened to hear of your loss. Debbie, your father was a mentor and someone that my mom (Geri) and I looked up to, admired and respected. He was a very important part of our lives and careers. This is a very big loss to me and I will remember him forever. And I know in my heart that both Jim and Geri are enjoying a good conversation. Please let me know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Jeff and Cheryl Petersen
Jennifer Sjulson
September 16, 2008
Thanks for the good conversations.
May you be at peace.
Love, Jennifer
Francis and Aimee Morice
September 16, 2008
Debbie and Family,
Francis and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Francis and Aimee
Jamie
September 16, 2008
Thanks for everything Dad!
I'll miss you terribly. Rest in Peace.
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