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Perry Hicks
February 24, 2010
Miss ya Dave!! Wish I could take you boarding up here in Washington. I know you above all people would appreciate it. Peace and Love.
jehn glynn
December 28, 2009
i miss you all the time david. wish you were here.
Kristin Clark
June 24, 2006
To the Lesselyong family,
I just received the news about David and my thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember him at St. Francis as well, I was friends with his brother Frank. I am so sorry for your loss, and wish the family my best.
Cheri Huffsteter
June 15, 2006
Dear Jane,
Many years have come between us, I have always thought of you and your family often. May god bless you thru this difficult time.
Diane Sparks
June 1, 2006
Dear Jane and Frank,
We have had you both, and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers since the minute I got the call from Mike telling me of David's accident. It is too hard to imagine the horror, and pain you have been and are going through. It has to be so hard to find any normal in your lives. I do know that a strong faith makes it possible to go on, and I know you have that. Knowing you will share eternity with David is God's blessing.
I have been the helmet , and seatbelt policeman in our neighborhood for years. I will add David's story to my reasons for impressing the importance to all the kids I talk to. My son Matt still has a 3 inch mark on his helmet from a bicycle accident. He had stitches, scraps, and bruises, but the helmet saved him from a head injury. I pray the knowledge of David's experience saves many injuries in the future.
We love you,
Diane, Jim and Matt Sparks
(Hilbelink)
Judy Crable
May 28, 2006
Dear Frank, Jane and Family,
Our loving thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. David was a very special young man, and he will be greatly missed. God's peace be with all of you. Lovingly, John, Judy, Jessica and Brett Crable
Rick and Cindy Husk
May 21, 2006
Dusty the Cowboy will always have a very warm place in our hearts. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Judy Bowe
May 20, 2006
One of my dearest friends of 44 years is Bonnie Lesselyong Malmstone. Sadly she told me of your son's death and I cannot adequately convey in words how touched I was by his obituary. What a special tribute to David and all of you, his family.
I have two little precious grandson's and will remind them to wear their helmets in memory of your special son.
I have now just finished reading all of these special messages to you written in this guest book. Even I do not know you, only through Bonnie, I will remember David and each of you in my prayers and I know God will fill your hearts such special love and healing.
John & Mary Lou (Ricke) Micheaels
May 17, 2006
Jane and Frank,
Our hearts break for you - and at the same time we are inspired by your touching tribute to your son. The children that walk a different path often bring insight and clarity - when others can only see the fog. May David's unique spirit guide your way through the fog. You and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank Dawley
May 15, 2006
Jane and Frank
Very sorry to hear about David's passing. Wishing you srength
in this difficult time.
Dan and Nettie Simonson
May 15, 2006
Dear Jane and Frank and all of David's loving family,
Our hearts go out to you. We know no words to comfort such a loss- you have our most tender thoughts and feelings.
stephen milliner
May 14, 2006
Frank, Jane and all who are touched by this Family.
I met David only once, but recall his vibrance vividly.
Through Frank, I learned how much David meant to all who knew him.
As a father I cannot begin to comprehend the grief in losing a loved child. I hope peace comes to you quickly. My heartfelt condolences at this time of tradgedy.
Garrick and Sarah Gallagher
May 12, 2006
Frank, Jane and family:
We recently learned of your tragic loss and send our deepest condolences. The obituary was a loving and moving tribute to David. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Garrick and Sarah Gallagher.
Celena Anguis
May 12, 2006
Mr. Lesselyong & family,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. We hope you find comfort in the memories of your son. Your family is in our thoughts. --Celena Anguis, State Farm Insurance
Betsy Palmer Hodge
May 12, 2006
Jane & Family,
My deepest heartfelt sypathies go out to you at this devastating time. I do know how tremendously difficult it is to lose a family member but to say goodbye to your youngest child is something only God can help you with. Please know that my prayers and blessings are for you so that Christ's Peace and Comfort are embracing you.
Mary Sue Veerkamp-Schwab
May 12, 2006
Benjamin Franklin once wrote after the death of his beloved wife. That heaven is a party and we have been invited. Sometimes our loved ones have arrived first, but they are there waiting for us to join them. May God support you in this time of sorrow.
The Schwab Family
Kristina Palmieri
May 12, 2006
As I sat at the funeral for David, I was amazed to see the amount of people whose lives were affected by him. It just doesn't seem fair that a family as close and loving as the Lesselyongs would have to endure such a devastating loss. I hope that David's death was not in vain, and that he will inspire people to be careful with the precious gift of life. I love you guys.
Brian, Julie and Mike Hast
May 12, 2006
We do not know you, or David personally, but we are friends with your family in California, Ted, Rose, Teddy and Nate. We have heard of your loss, and am deeply saddened. The loss of a promising young man is a loss for us all. I hope that in this time of grieving you can find comfort in the obviously wonderful life that your young son and brother lived, to have generated such kind and loving comments here.
Our prayers are with you and all of your family.
Natalie Estrada
May 12, 2006
David-
I still do not want to believe you are gone. It is not hard to see how many lives you have touched in your 20 years and we are all grateful for having you in our lives. Just in the past year you have touched my life with your warmth and compassion standing by my family and I through our own tragedy. I know that you are know with my brother David as I am writing this. So please watch over him and I hope he is doing the same. I only wish I knew you better. I hope I will see you agian some day. Till then Rest in Peace.
Natalie
Julia Lesselyong
May 11, 2006
I recently was told that there was a website that was devoted to my brother. I typed his name in Google and this unbelievable website emerged. I read through all the entries and am absolutely overwhelmed by the love and support of all of you. I am so incredibly touched by your kind words, thoughts and prayers. You all give us such amazing support in this incredibly difficult time. I am so happy to know that Dave was able to touch so many people's lives, particularly with a positive learning experience. We all felt that the one wonderful thing that could have come out of this horrible ordeal was that David would be able to save the lives of other through organ donation. I am overwhelmed with the joy of knowing that David was able to help save lives through the story of his life and in particularly the promotion of the use of helmets. This has touched us so deeply that we have decided to make it our mission to promote the use of helmets. Thank you so much for all your love and support and overwhelmingly positive encouragement in this sad and difficult time.
Brian Mercer
May 11, 2006
We are so sorry about the loss of David. Debby and I remember going to St. Francis field and seeing David and all the other cousins including our nephew Jake having so much fun. We pray that your days will become brighter in time.
Cesar Mazier Landscaping Crew
May 11, 2006
To Kaylie, the Lesselyong, Mazier & extended Bayham families:
We are so very sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jonathan Stone
May 11, 2006
Aunt jane and uncle frank i am sorry to here about davie. we all know he is up in heaven, and guarding us with God.
Ethan and Montana Stone
May 11, 2006
Dear Aunt Jane and Uncle Frank,I am so sorry for yoursadness. I am sorry that Davy died. We are sad for you. We know Davy is watching over us.We love you! Love, Montana and Ethan P.S. We promise you that we will always wear our helmets.
Ginny Hafer
May 11, 2006
Dear Frank and Commissioner Jane,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Although I did not know him, I'm sure he must have been very special since both of his parents are.
I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers on a daily basis. May God give you all the grace and comfort you need during this difficult season.
Sincerely,
Ginny Hafer
(former JA to Judges O'Melia,Pickrell & Strand)
Mike & Jamie Meringer
May 11, 2006
Lesselyong/Bayham family-
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this most difficult time. The last time I saw David, he was making the trek from the Bayham household down to St. Francis football field for the annual Thanksgiving day football game. He was just a liitle kid, wearing an oversized AZ Cardinal football jersey. While the big guys played on the big field, the little kids played off to the side. That is how I remember him, his image lives on in each and everyone of us. I was so incredibly saddened to learn of his passing and the tremendous loss the entire family (and community) is experiencing. Please take comfort in the fact that his time on earth touched the lives of so many. Someone had greater plans for David- Our time too will come to pass, I hope that you find comfort in the fact that David will be waiting for you with a warm hug and a bright smile.
Jessica Martinez
May 11, 2006
I am very sorry for your loss. I only knew David for a couple of weeks as he was in my glass blowing class. He was a really fun person to talk, and everyone was always laughing around him. I know that we cannot bring him back, but I do hope we can give you something to remember him by.
Martha Torres
May 11, 2006
My deepest sympathies to the entire Lesselyong family. Being a mother of a 13 yr old skateboarder I was saddened by the loss of such a wonderful young man. My son cut out the obituary and hung it up in his room in his memory. I can't even imagine the pain the family must be going thru. David will be in my prayers.
Ingrid Jung and Family
May 11, 2006
Dear Jane and Family,
In this time of deep sorrow I know that you are comforted somewhat by your strong faith in God. David is with Him now and may your memories of him always be blessed and consoling. You are in our daily prayers.
Susan Stowe
May 10, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. It is every parent's nightmare and I ache for what you are going thru. I am a neighbor, tho I do not know you personally. Still, Jane, despite your terrible heartache, you have been so kind to my friend of many years, Jeremiah. I will whisper David's name to the wind and I send my condolences to all of you.
Cyndi Morris-Crowe
May 10, 2006
Frank and family,
While I don't know you well, I was overwhelmed with sadness when I heard about David. I'm assuming that this is the same son that recently had his appendix out. I was so impressed, Frank, when you informed us that you were leaving your cell phone on during a depo because you were expecting a call regarding your son being discharged from the hospital. Family is so much more important than the mundane details of our work lives. That day showed me what a caring father you are and your commitment and love for your family is precious. My prayers are with you and your family.
Gracemarie Torzala
May 10, 2006
My deepest sympathies to the entire Lesselyong family. David was one of those students in my class, at St. Francis, that has always held a special place in my heart. God Bless you all.
Manuella "Sue" Mills
May 10, 2006
Jane,
Thank you so much for all of the kindness that you have always shown my family. My sympathy is with the Lesselyong and Bayham families in this difficult time.
Cheryl Cantwell Anderson
May 10, 2006
I went to St. Francis with Frank. I can still picture little David always coming up to see his big brother whenever he saw him at school. I was surprised and sad to hear the news of his accident. Frank, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Debby Patz Clarke
May 10, 2006
Dear Julia, Jane and family,
I have no adequate words to express how sorry I am. Julia, please call me when and if you need anything at all.
With love and sincerity,
Gioia Mills Neal
May 10, 2006
Jane, Frank and family,
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
James Rolle III
May 10, 2006
To the Family of David -
Our prayers are with you all on the loss of David. How fortunate we are to have the assurance that he is with his Lord and Savior! As humans we mourn; as Christians, we rejoice.
Sincerely,
The Law Office of James B. Rolle
Paul Blunt
May 10, 2006
To Commissioner Bayham-Lesselyong, and the family and friends of David. It was with great sadness that I read of your loss. I cannot imagine the pain or suffering your family will endure. However, your belief in the Lord and David's full acceptance into his loving hands will keep you strong.
A. Paul Blunt, and the Staff at Blunt & Associates PC
Alice and Candice LaPrade
May 10, 2006
Frank,
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of your beloved son.
Ann Behring
May 10, 2006
Jane & Frank - Our heartfelt sympathies for you and your families. The obit was a beautiful tribute to David.
The Behring/O'Connor Family
Mary Chapman
May 9, 2006
The Lesselyong Family,
I am deeply sadened to hear of your loss. I remember David as a young child at St. Francis. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Your strong sense of family and spirituality will guide you through this. Sincerely,
Darcy Force-McCue
May 9, 2006
Dear Jane, Frank and all the Bayham's,
What heart wrentching news I heard in Tucson today.
David would have been around 3 or 4 when I saw him back in the day. Coming from your family, I know he grew to be an amazing human. My deepest saddness goes out to all of you.
Julian
May 9, 2006
Thanks for making my first two years of high school very fun and enjoyable. I will always remember the great times we had
bobby odonnell
May 9, 2006
Dave you were always a good bud in high school, actually you were one of best friends. I'll miss you, like all of us.
Meredith Sanchez
May 9, 2006
To the Bayham-Lesselyong family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I will remember the good times I shared with David at St. Francis. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Kate Hackett
May 9, 2006
To all of the Lesselyongs- I am still in shock days after learning of David's death. I fondly remember years and years of carpooling to St. Francis with David, and I am having a hard time believing that he is actually gone. But I do know that he is in a much better place than where we are right now. I am so sorry that I will not be able to attend the services, but please know that I will be saying many prayers for David and your family.
Sharon Setzer
May 9, 2006
Dear Frank and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. May all of you find some comfort in good memories of your son. You have my deepest sympathy.
Father David Reinders
May 9, 2006
I am very sad to hear of young David's death. I will celebrate The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass on Friday for him and your family. I had the pleasure of teaching Frank Jr. at St. Francis Xavier. God bless your entire family. My prayers are with you. Father David Reinders, Veteran's Hospital Tucson...
Helen Grimwood
May 9, 2006
Dear Family of David,
I read David's obituary with great sorrow. Jane and Frank, you must be crushed. Uncle Alan, how terribly sad for your whole family. You are all such a wonderful people. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Helen Perry Grimwood
May 9, 2006
although i don't know you or your family, i was deeply moved by your tribute to your son. it is comforting to know how much you loved him. keep trusting in Jesus, he will bring you peace.
May 9, 2006
Jane:
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family in the loss of your beautiful son.
Bruce and Lea Blumberg and children.
Mary Ann Kinsman and Matt Davirro
May 9, 2006
Our hearts go out to you at this time of great sorrow. Jane, knowing how much your faith means to you, we will keep you in our thoughts and in our prayers to the Holy Family. What a beautiful witness you are to the Faith and thank you for letting us all know that David was happy and had found great joy. God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Morgan Frey
May 9, 2006
Frank & Jane -
Your son was a bright and honest light in my life for the brief period that we worked together. I will miss him terribly and his friendship will never be forgotten.
May 9, 2006
Jane and family:
Our hearts are filled with sorrow for the loss your family is going through. May David rest in the love of Jesus Christ until the day you are reunited with him. May you have the peace that passes all understanding to guide you through this sadness.
We celebrate with you the joy of David's life and we grieve with you that you must travel on without the light of his joy in your lives.
We will keep you in our prayers.
Joey Hamby and family.
Joe Moore
May 9, 2006
Frank and Jane:
I join Karen in conveying to you and the rest of your family my deepest sympathy upon your immeasurable loss.
Martin Vogel
May 9, 2006
Our heartfelt condolences for your loss. We pass your house almost daily and have often seen or heard the skateboarding in front of the house. My thoughts will now be very different when we pass your house.
Isabella, Max and Martin Vogel
Cindy Benedict
May 9, 2006
Bayham-Lesselyong family~
May your and David's faith in God, and the love and unity of your wonderful family guide you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Stephanie Quinn (Rudisill)
May 9, 2006
Dear Lesselyong Family,
I haven't seen you all in years, but this bad news shook me. I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember David from our years at St. Francis. My deepest regret and my love.
Michael Blake
May 9, 2006
To the Lesselyong Family: I am truley sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Michael Blake
Ward Stone
May 9, 2006
Dear Jane and Frank:
May I express my sadness at the loss of your son David. Mary and I learned about that terrible experience when our daughter Therese Rose died in 2000. No day passes that we don’t think of her and no day will go by that you won’t often think of David.
David saw God in nature, and that is, I suspect, the creator’s favorite place. Why else would nature be so beautiful, graced by so many plants and animals, and we be dependent for inspiration and our very earthly survival upon it.
When you see such wonders as sunbeams, an eagle soaring, a hummingbird fly about flowers, a bounding deer, a sunrise, or the Grand Canyon, you can feel the spirit of David.
I believe that those who see God, primarily in nature as David did, hold a special place in the heart of God, and that their spirit will survive, in harmony, forever.
Bethany Marrie
May 9, 2006
Dear Frank and Kristin & the Lesselyong Family,
I was extremely saddened to hear about your loss. Just the other day I was looking at old photos from college and there is a picture of all of us from your house with your little brother making a goofy face in the background. Words cannot express how sorry I am and how much I know you will miss him. May all of the memories you have of David remain in your heart now and forever. My thoughts are with each of you.
Karen Moore
May 9, 2006
Jane and Frank: We remember David as an adorable little boy at the swimming pool. We can't imagine your loss and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Karen Moore
Gina Nevitt
May 9, 2006
Commissioner Bayham-Lesselyong, My thoughts and prayers our with you and your family. Our children are the most precious gift of all from God and David now sits with your gift giver. Peace be with you. Gina Nevitt, Courtroom Clerk.
Amy Primak
May 9, 2006
I am thinking about you and your family, Commissioner Lesselyong. I used to work with you in the old courthouse, I worked for Judge Miles. I was shocked to hear of your loss and am so very sad. Allow yourself lots of time to grieve.
Laura Short
May 9, 2006
While I do not know you, my prayers will be with you today and tomorrow. I will pray that Jesus will hold you up and give you strength to endure the difficult days ahead.
Susan Morris
May 9, 2006
You know that David has always held a special place in my heart. I am so sad and so angry and so confused by his death. These things I know: He was lucky to have you as parents, and to have found his love, and to have been finally discovering the incredible gifts that he had within. Those gifts were evident to me from early on. He thought quietly and deeply, which often kept him from staying "on task," as far as teachers were concerned. What they didn't understand is that David was always "on task," feeling, wondering, imagining, being who he was. Jane & Frank, thank you so much all you have done in the past few days that must have taken all the strength you have: calling Richard to make sure I knew, writing a beautiful obituary, doing all that must be done even though your hearts have been broken. I was so touched by your heartfelt public messages, reminding parents to love their kids, to see that they take care of themselves. You are so loved by so many, including, of course, Richard and me. Remember to breathe. Love, Susan
Adrian and Katie Calihan Evarkiou
May 9, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. Lesselyong, Julia, Frank and Kristin -
Adrian and I want to express our deepest sympathies to you all. I remember David as just a little guy at St. Francis and will always keep him in my prayers. God bless you all.
Mary Stewart
May 9, 2006
Dear Frank and Family, Our prayers are with all of you with your sudden loss of a wonderful Son. Your hearts are heavy now but know that David will always be remembered and loved by each of you.
You do have a wonderful family and your courage will help each of you through this very sad time.
Eileen Mahoney
May 9, 2006
Dear Bayham Family,
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am a teaching colleague of Sue Mercer-Bayham...God bless you.
Eileen Mahoney
Becky Mosher
May 9, 2006
Jane,
Know that your St. Gregorys family is here for you and will be praying for you,your family and for David.
Patty Espinoza
May 9, 2006
My condolences to the Bayham-Lesselyong family. May you find strength in your faith and in your family. My prayers are with you.
BEVERLY NESMITH
May 9, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
With Love, Ryan, Veronica, Dianna & Armando Delgadillo
May 9, 2006
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
mother
May 9, 2006
I did not know David -- but this obit. is beautiful as I am sure he was. I am the mother of two boys and you can bet they will be wearing a helmet in honor of David. I'm deeply sorry.
Jane Alexander (Crowell)
May 9, 2006
Dear Frank and Jane,
Words seem so shallow but I am truly sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, Kaylie and all of his friends.
God Bless You,
Jane Alexander Crowell
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