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for Derek Spring
Rachael Tharnish
November 12, 2008
Derek,
We all love and miss you so much!!
you are forever in our hearts
keep watching over us baby
Ed, Jill, Eamon & Ethan Cushing
October 29, 2008
Dearest Spring Family,
We are so sorry for your loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Sincerely,
Rudie W
October 17, 2008
I pray that in time your sorrow will be replaced with fond memories of Derek. Keep praying and God will give you strength. Remember that you will see Derek again. God Bless You All.
Linda Murillo
October 8, 2008
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Spring, My name is Linda Murillo. I lost my son Tyler, who was in your son's class. I know of your pain and I bless you for the path you will be walking. I am here at any time if you need me. May I share this wonderful poem with you which was sent to me in my son's guestbook when he died. It has been a wonderful comfort to me to read these words. God Bless You.
To My Dearest Family;
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,
Got 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 close 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 Gad 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)
Mariah S. & Megan C.
September 22, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Spring,
we both miss and love Derek with all of are hearts & we will never stop loving him! We pray for you guys so much and we want you to know that we love you both and Daniele with everything that we are!!
God Bless.
Sheryl Letzgus McGinnis
September 22, 2008
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Spring: I am so very sorry for your profound loss. As a parent who lost a son to the disease of addiction, I empathize with your heartbreak.
I'm writing to applaud you for your courageous and selfless tribute to Derek by asking the community to come together to fight this plague.
This one seemingly simple request is in reality quite powerful. I just want you to know that I am so sorry for your loss and I thank you for taking a stand for other children.
Chris Tozzo
September 22, 2008
I was so emotional and grateful for your beautifully written tribute to your son. I lost my own 22 year old son, Brett, on 6-19-05 which was Father's Day. The pain, questions, and daily struggle to go on are ever present, but I am out there spreading the word on the dangers of drugs by speaking at schools, shelters, etc. God bless you for the courage to stand up to this disease afflicting our beautiful children. Chris Tozzo
Dinie Hens
September 20, 2008
As a mother and grandmother I can only imagine your pain and sorrow.Thank you for that very brave obituary.
Holly Hannon
September 19, 2008
To The Spring Family,
Derek was at our home on Friday with my daughters, Kelsey, Asley and Courtney Hannon. They laughed many hours with Derek and loved him dearly. I am so very sorry. We will not forget him and we will join this fight against the drugs and the destruction of our young adults.
Please let us know if there is anything we can help with.
Know that God is standing next to all of you,
Holly Hannon
Debbie and Paul Crist
September 19, 2008
Jan and Greg,
We can't begin to know what you are feeling. Your kind words to the other kids in the area in the obituary were ones I hope all the kids who knew Derrick will read and do something about. If you should need to talk or come over please don't hesitate to do so. Our son Ryan and daughter Victoria would only be so grateful if there is anything they can do too. Your family and son will be in our prays.
Rosanne Woodcraft
September 19, 2008
I never knew Derek but my daughter Victoria and her friends Kelsey, Courtney and Ashley did. I knew how much they loved him.
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Shannon (Schultz) Kalota
September 18, 2008
Jan and Greg,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Laramie Misner
September 18, 2008
"I will not forget you. I have carved you on the palm of my hand." — Isaiah 49:15
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4
Laramie
Betsy Gough
September 17, 2008
Jan,
Derek was so loved by so many. I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that others that are on Derek's path will somehow be empowered to make the necessary changes in order to live - in honor of Derek. God Bless you and your family.
Sheri Morris
September 17, 2008
Jan and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, I so fondly remember Derek and all the stories you had to share about him at work. Those are the memories to hold on to. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Craig, Teresa & Alex Tone
September 17, 2008
Dear Jan, Greg & Danielle, Receiving the news of Derek's passing was a great shock to all of us. We pray you will find comfort and know that he is safe with God. Even though we are far apart now you are still like family to us and we feel your loss too. Please let us know if there is ever anything we can do for your family. Our love and condolances, Craig, Teresa & Alex Tone
Cheryl Nagle
September 17, 2008
Jan, Greg and Danielle,
Both Ryan and I are deeply saddened by Derek's death. Ryan and Derek shared many happy times being silly, skateboarding etc. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I also wish to thank you for sharing how Derek died and for inspiring the kids and the community to fight this terrible drug plague even in your time of deep grief.
terri hesemann
September 17, 2008
You know how much we love Derek and what a good friend he was to our Scott. Our hearts are broken that he is gone but we promise you that his death is not in vain. We will not forget him and we will join this fight against the drugs and the destruction of our kids.
We are praying for you and Derek and for all of his friends who will miss him so much.
Love,
Terri, Jim, Scott and Michael Hesemann
Anita Wendzel
September 17, 2008
Jan & Family, there's no words that i can come up with other then my heart feels so heavy when i think of you and your family. I feel so blessed to have worked with such an amazing person, to hear you talk so highly about your family you're such an inspiring lady and mom.
Your Friend Anita
Bridgett Stacy
September 17, 2008
I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. When my son Clinton told me about Derek, my heart hurt for you all. I pray that God will comfort you with his love and that you will find peace, and joy in the fond memories you all share. Please call if you ever need anything from me or Clinton.
Michelle Forbes
September 17, 2008
I did not know your son, but my son was a friend of Derek's. He has been deeply saddened by Derek's passing.
I can not imagine what your family must being going through. I hope it helps in some small way to know that you are all in the thoughts and prayers of a whole community.
We parents need to all ban together and work to insure that we do not lose one more of our valuable young people to drugs!!
Virginia Miller
September 17, 2008
Dear Springer family, I also have never met you or your son, I was however deeply moved as I read today. Even during your time of sorrow you show such appreciation, concern, and kindness for others. My hope is that everyone who reads it takes your message to heart. With all my sympathy.
Liza McKeever
September 17, 2008
My heart was broken when my son Corey told me the news, I remember Derick as a young boy he spent many hours at our home in LWR on Clubhouse Drive, as he and all the boys enjoyed playing baseball for hours behind our home at the Park in LWR. I can't even begin to imagine the sorrow and pain you are feeling right now. May God Bless your family and give you streangth during this time of sorrow and forever for this day forward. You have our entire families deepest sympathy for your loss. His smiles and laughter will forever be in our memories.
God Bless!
Your family is in our Prayers
Liza McKeever, Corey McKeever, Katie McKeever
Beverly Malina
September 17, 2008
All the Spring Family: I will keep you in my prayers in this time of grieving. God Bless your family.
René Ginabreda
September 17, 2008
Greg, Jan and Danielle,
Words are so inadequate at a time like this and only God and time can help to heal. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. God bless and watch over all of you at this special time.
Pam Padley
September 17, 2008
Jan & Greg,
Just know that you are Loved and in our Prays. I will always remember him as that little boy I Loved so much. The time when Brian would come to work with me so he could watch Derek when we worked. Sitting on the floor of your office with his little cars playing. What a great smile he had and so easily touched our hearts. I know he is now with our Lord and in very good hands. I look forward to seeing him again and that wonderful smile. Please keep in touch and know that I’m always thinking of you and miss you.
Love Pam
Pam, Les, Leslie and Brian Padley
Bobbi Barger
September 17, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. I know your pain, I lost my son Matt 3 weeks ago. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. We all need
to work together when we get our
strenth back to help others fight
this battle.
Shawn and Dawn Anderson
September 17, 2008
Jan and Greg,
There are no words to tell you the sadness that we feel about the loss of Derek. Derek was loved by many and the pain of his loss will have long-lasting effects on all of his friends (and their parents too). Please know that your entire family is in our prayers and will continue to be, that God will hold you up at this incredibly difficult time. We are always here for any of you...whatever you might need. We care about you all.
jim p
September 17, 2008
i have not met you or your son,im sure he was a great son and you were very proud him .i share your pain, i last my son april 7 nine days before his 34th b-day from a drug overdose ,im so sorry this happends to are children, i pray for you!!
Crystal Shreve
September 16, 2008
Jan, Danielle, and Family, May God keep your hearts in the Palm of His Hand and comfort you. I can only imagine the depth of your sorrow. You are in my prayers. Crystal Shreve and Family. (Brendan's mom from Braden River Elementary).
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