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James Emanuel Smith IV

James Smith Obituary

'JES' Smith
Madison
James Emanuel Smith, IV, 16, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2008, at his home in Madison, marking the earthly end to an all-too-brief but exuberantly joyous life filled with good friends, loving family and happy experiences.
JES, a popular junior at Madison Central High School, was a talented musician, playing the saxophone in the MC Band. He was a member of the high school jazz band and previously sang with the Madison Middle School Chamber Choir. A sports enthusiast, JES was goalie for the U19B Soccer team in Madison. He loved snow skiing and white water rafting, and played soccer since he was four. He was a soccer referee for the South Madison County Soccer Association and worked part-time at McAlister's Deli.
A member of his high school's Academic Decathlon Team, JES was also treasurer of the Government Club and participated in the YMCA Youth Legislature.
An active member of Ridgeland Family Church, JES was active in the church youth group going on several mission trips and helped with youth camp. He was the Vacation Bible School director's assistant for three years.
Described by his innumerable friends as "funny," "intelligent" and "a good listener," JES is being remembered by his fellow Madison Central classmates for his ever-present sense of humor, his love of life and adventure and, by all who knew him, as a faithful friend.
"He was wise beyond his years. He was destined for greatness," said his maternal grandfather Reece Gibson.
JES is survived by his parents, Jim and Gina Smith of Madison; his sister, Meagan; grandparents Anne and Reece Gibson of Madison, Jim and Bobbie Smith of Clinton; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Visitation will be held today from 3 pm to 5 pm at the Natchez Trace Funeral Home in Madison and on Saturday, October 4, 2008, from 9 am to 10 am at Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Madison. Services to celebrate JES's life will be held Saturday at 10 am at Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Madison with burial to follow at the Natchez Trace Memorial Park Cemetery.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the JES Smith Scholarship established by family and friends. Send to: JES Smith Scholarship, 214 Key Drive, Suite 1100, Madison, MS 39110.

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Published by Clarion Ledger on Oct. 3, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for James Smith

63 Entries

Anne Gibson

October 30, 2010

Well,JES, this will probably be my last writing or visiting on your Guest Book which is about to expire. I know you can't read this but it is my way of communicating with you. In the future, I will visit your little Spot in Madison and sit on your bench and talk with you for a while.

I still miss you as though you just left us. Nothing will ever be the same and we will never understand why you are not with us today. I pray that you are happy with the Lord and doing whatever it is that He needed you for.

We celebrated your mom's birthday last week. We went to her favorite place. I got her a Dairy Queen Ice Cream cake, which she loves, for dessert. Nothing was the same without your presence of humor and the way you enjoyed food. We miss you on every occasion as well as every day. It will always be that way.

Gina said that Esha has had problems adjusting to school but has worked through them. Her younger sister has been adopted by a wonderful, loving family and seems to be adjusting well. I know that your mom wanted to adopt her but I believe it is best this way.

Our little pup, Cashew, is quite frisky. You would like her. She wants to play all the time

Gina is busy helping Amy (at work) get things ready for her wedding. Amy, Gina and Meg have gone away for the night to attend a bridal shower.

Meg is doing well in Nusing School but really has to study a lot and does not have time to "play" anymore. Now that she does not live on campus at MC, she does not see many of her friends anymore. That is tough but necessary right now. She misses you, her best friend, so very much and like the rest of us, does not understand why you went away.

I will now say "goodbye" for now and will see you in the "great beyond" as soon as our Lord chooses. I love you so much and it is very difficult to get through life without you. You gave us all so many wonderful memories and we try to concentrate on those and give thanks for the sixteen years you lit up our life. Thank you for being the wonderful grandson that you were. I only wish you could have stayed with us to fulfill your many plans for the future.

Farewell. I love you so very much.

Your grandmother, "Ma"

September 30, 2010

JES - Yesterday Bu and I stopped by your Little Spot and visited for a while. I talked to you some and I cried some. I know you are in a better place but for me, things are sad around here, especially today. Two years ago today you left us and it has been a rough two years for all of us. We all miss you as if you had just left yesterday. Sometimes, I think that maybe you will just come back as quickly as you left but of course, I know that is impossible. Someone had cleaned your bench and marker very nicely so I just sat and visited with you. The weather was cool and there was shade from your tree. Bu is not doing well and he had been to the doctor. He misses you so much and we talk every day about all the good times we had when you were growing up and all the cute and funny things that you did and said. Gina, Jimbo and Meg are going to Memphis for a few days and Aunt Tese and Uncle Norman are leaving tomorrow for Lake Tahoe. Uncle Kerry is in Arkansas so all of our children will be away for a while. We can't travel anymore because Bu has to have regular treatments at the Cancer Clinic and is not doing well. He now weighs only 112 pounds. If you were here, you could pick him up with one hand and tell him you were the boss for a change. I just wanted you to know how much I miss you and how much I love you. Life is not the same without you.
You kept us laughing and happy all the time. Whenever I feel especially sad,I try to remember that you would not want that and would try to cheer me up. Always know that I will always love you with all my heart. Can't wait to see you! Ma

shannon denham

April 26, 2010

mrs anne, just want you to know that i'm still praying because i know it's not getting easier for you guys and i'm so sorry you're having to go thru all this! i love you guys so much and jes too and just praying for healing and comfort the way only God can give it! just wanted you to know i think of ya'll often and pray often!

Anne Gibson

April 24, 2010

JES - I have been wanting to write for a long time but have been too sad to do it. Your birthday came and went and it was a very hard day for all of us. I visited with Gina the day after and she told me that you would be on your way to Nebraska for the Academic Decathlon event. I know all the kids on the plane missed you keeping them laughing all the way.

Meg has a new beau. He is a bit older and I wish you were here to scope him out. A guy knows about these things.

Well, Meg named my new puppy Cashew because she said I needed another nut, as in Peanut. She is so active that we can hardly keep up with her. If she gets out without a leash, she heads down the street and we can't catch her. Maybe when she grows up, she will calm down a bit.

The roses are blooming beautifully right now. Aunt Teresa is going to plant your Live Oak Tree that Uncle Guerry sent, in the yard at Gina and Jimbo's.

I visit you whenever I can at your little Spot and sit on the bench for a while and think about all the good times we had and how much we miss you.

Your would have been graduating real soon and I was so looking forward to that. I believe that Gina and Jimbo will be presenting your Scholarship Award to some deserving student at the Awards Banquet. I think you will also be honored at this event. Gina does not tell me everything.

We sure do need you to help in the yard. Bu is trying to keep the grass cut but it is getting harder and harder. We miss you so very much - it does not get any easier as some think. Every day, it gets harder for me. Hope to see you before too long. Ma

Anne Gibson

March 18, 2010

JES - I am so aggravated. I can't seem to edit my mail to you. I can't find my messages. I guess they went through, mistakes and all. Ma

February 6, 2010

JES - I have been wanting to write for some time but I get so sad that you are not here that it makes me cry and cry. I love you so much and there are no words to say how much. When I visit your little "Spot", I just want you to jump up and say, "I'm back, Ma, I was just away for a while. You know I would not purposely leave you and my other family that I love so much." There is so much that you need to be here doing right now, like graduating and all the other honors that I know you would have achieved by now. I just don't understand. I am ready to meet you and put my arms around you every day and tell you how much I love you. I need your hugs so much.

I went with Gina and Jimbo to get a new sofa. You would love it and so does Jimbo. I can see you right now, stretched out and watching the new big screen TV and that is where you should be. Bu and I have so many things you could be helping us with and we could be spending such good time together.

I still have your little box with your money and the notes you made while counting it. Wish you had used it for something you wanted but I know you liked to save and you did such a great job doing just that. It is unreal how much you were able to save.

Meg is having a hard time at school. I wish I knew how I could help her but all I can do is pray and I have been doing a lot of that lately. I pray also for your mom and dad. They miss you so much and, like me, do not understand. People say that passing of time helps, but it does not help me. It just seems to get worse. I need you to be here doing all the great things that you were destined to do.

Satan is alive and well and out to destroy and that is what he did to our family. It will never again be complete, you will always be missing all the family times and all the good food that you loved so much. I wish we could fix some 'tater likker for you. We have not fixed any since you left and I don't think I ever want any more. Also I don't fix your special macaroni for others. I know you would want me to be happy and continue to live life as before, but I can't seem to do that right now.

Your roses are living but we have had so much rain that they are not flourishing, but I am hoping when the weather warms up, they will do better. Thanks so much for planting them for us to enjoy. We have a rock pile around the tree in the middle of the roses and Bu built a neat little cross for you, made from wood from your tree at the Madison house. It had to be cut down. That was your tree and no one else was supposed to enjoy it so I believe that is why it split up and was damaged so badly that it had to be taken down. We have some more of the wood and hope to make something else from it in the future.

I will go now but I have felt closer to you today by writing and I will do it more often. Thanks for being our grandson and loving us and allowing us to love you. We are so proud of your life here on this earth. I know that you are doing something wonderful with Jesus and I am so selfish; I want you here with us. I know that can never be so I am just anxious to come be with you as soon as God allows me.

I will always love you and I am so grateful for the sixteen years that we were allowed to have you as our own. I wanted so much to see all that you were going to do in the future and I was going to be so proud of that. As I said before, I just don't understand.

I almost forgot to tell you that Uncle Kerry did the Blessing of the Bikes last Sunday. It wasn't quite the same without you. I remember when you and Meg had your little three wheeler blessed with all the big bikes. I can see you right now driving across the church yard feeling just as "big" as anyone else. You have left us with so many wonderful memories, thanks.

I love you so deeply and everlasing.

Your Grandmother, Ma

Anne Gibson

November 2, 2009

JES - Today your Guest Book will close. I don't believe this will be printed but I want to say goodnight and that I will always love you so very, very much. You will be close to me in my heart for as long as I live. You gave me a world of great memories. You were the happiest, sweetest, most delightful child ever. When you grew to a young man, I was amazed at everything that you had accomplished and were involved in. It was unreal that a 16 year old could be as special and as talented as you were. I wish I could shout to the rooftops how great you were. The wonderful thing is that you are my grandchild and you made my life so much richer, keeping us laughing all the time. No one else ever had a smile like yours. I miss your arm around me, walking me to the car or house and always the perfect gentleman, opening doors for me. You are the greatest and I am so proud of you. Goodnight my love, Ma

Teresa and Norman Chappell

November 1, 2009

Gina, my sister, Jimmy and Meg, I have tried to do this before and could not. I understand this means of communication ends tomorrow, so wanted to tell you I love you all and try to say a few things. You began sharing your children with us when Meggie was born and even invited me to be in the delivery room when JES was born. What a day that was! I could not love them more if they were my own. JES was affectionate, always polite, always funny, always willing to help and always ready to eat! I miss him every day. You included me in your trip to Disney and I think I had more fun than the kids. JES asked me to go with him on the school choir trip to St. Louis and I remember the girls all wanted to sit with him at lunch. He was Jessie to only me and Kerry and that was very special to me. Thanks for letting me go to Disney, allowing us to keep him and Meg when you went on work trips, picnics in our backyard, our Sunday afternoon bike rides, annual family beach trips, costume making (Elvis especially), picking him up from school in the convertible - for it all. Memories are so difficult, but so priceless. The last time we were together Norman and I had met him for pizza. Norman remarked on the way home, "That's a funny boy!" and he was. When we were leaving Jessie threw his arm around my neck and walked me to the car, as he always did. I remember reaching up to touch his cheek (he was so proud to be tall!)as he grinned at me. What I would give to see him grin at me again! Sometimes I wonder who he would have become and I realize he had already become that person. He loved us all, but especially you Gina. He loved to come to our house, but was ready to go home before bedtime. You both did a wonderful job of raising two great kids. I'm grateful to have been a part of Jessie's life. He was and is a huge part of mine. I love you all. You are a testament of His grace. Tese and Uncle Norman

Anne Gibson

November 1, 2009

JES -I wrote you a little while ago and somehow it did not get printed so I will try again. I just wanted to say how much I love you and miss you and will until my last breath.

You have enriched so many lives including mine and I thank you for being the wonderful grandson that you always were. I watched you grow into such a talented, handsome, compassionate, and thoughtful young man; the perfect example of the kind of person everyone should be. You had endless talents, including playing the saxophone, goalie for your soccer team, debating, Academic Decathlon, church participation, witnessing to other people for good, helping your grandparents with chores and always the perfect gentleman with such warm and gentle hugs. No one has ever had a more perfect grandson and for that I will always be grateful. You brought us so much joy and happiness which we took for granted at the time. Now, I thank God for all you were and I know He will take good care of you. I hope to be reunited with you real soon. That will be a Great Day. I love you, Ma

Anne Gibson

November 1, 2009

To My Wonderful Grandson, JES - This may be the last time that I will be able to write to you in this manner as your Guest Book may be closed tomorrow. I just want to tell you again that I love you and will miss you until I see you again in your new home. Say hello to Mammy. I know you and she had a lot of catching up to do about all the family. Someday soon I will be there to join in your chats.

I will always remember all the funny things you said and did. You were the most adorable child and as you became a young man, you had a wonderful sense of humor, a kind spirit, knowledgeable beyond your years and very handsome, especially when you got all dressed up as you did so well. At 16 years of age, I had never even imagined travelling to all the destinations you had gone to or accomplished so much such as playing your saxophone, a great goalie for your soccer team, your speeches and debates. You were on your way to becoming a great politial figure and a fine lawyer. Your soccer buddies and your academic decathlon team miss you terribly and many remain close to "Gina and Jimbo".

Your friend, Eisha (I can't spell it correctly} was just crowned Homecoming Queen. She still stays close to Gina and continues to miss having you around. So many people counted on you to be there and keep them organized and happy, even when things did not go well for them.

Recently, some friends planted an oak tree in the backyard of the new house. It is pretty big so it should live and grow into a mighty oak. Also, Aunt Teresa has nurtured the oak tree that your cousin, Guerry, sent and will soon it will be planted at the new yard also.

I love you Jessie. Sometimes, it is so hard to go on without you. There is such a void in our family. I thank God for loaning you to us for sixteen wonderful years. Your memories are most precious to us. I must say goodbye for now and hope to be re-united with you soon. Your loving grandmother, Ma

Reece Gibson

October 25, 2009

To JES - You were blessed to do more things, see more things, visit more places, learn more about life, affect more lives for good and touch more people in your short sixteen years than many do over a long life span.

You have truly touched and lit up my life. There is hardly a day passes that I don't think of some of the good times and the laughs we shared. I am so proud of the young man that you had become and so very proud to call you My Grandson. You exemplify every grandparent's dream of a grandchild I am so thankful for how God used you to enrich other lives here on this Earth. Your impact on so many people will live on. I love you, Bu

Anne Gibson

September 6, 2009

Hi JES - I am missing you more and more each day. Everywhere I look, there is a memory of our wonderful time with you. Each day seems to get harder and harder because you are not here with us. We are trying to take care of your roses and Aunt Teresa is taking care of your many plants.

Your mom and dad and Meg finally bought the house you had promised Gina. It is one about two miles from us that you and Gina had looked at earlier in Hanover. Oh, how I wish you were here to enjoy it. It has a 3-car garage and four bedrooms; a really nice place you could have your friends over. It has a super nice kitchen for Gina to bake cakes and make nice meals. She finally has her double ovens.

Lots of your friends are trying to pattern their lives after you and say how great an impact you made in their lives for them to be a better person.

I have your pictures everywhere. It makes me feel as though you were right here with me. It will soon be a year since you went away and it has been so very difficult. You would be a Senior in high school now and I know, right in the middle of everything preparing to be a lawyer and a great political Christian. I only wish I could have gone in your place and you would have had a chance at a long and productive life working for the Lord as you always did. Missing you, Ma

June 1, 2009

Jessie - Just want you to know that the roses that you planted for us are blooming and beautiful right now. Bu piled many of the rocks we collected on our trips all around the tree in the middle of the roses. Aunt Tesie painted a little sign that says "JES'S ROSES". It is so neat. Boy, I wish you were here to help us in the yard. We had counted on you for that and it would have also meant that we could see you more and I could fix "tater licker" for you. I will always remember how you love that and also my macaroni. We have not made either one since you were here. It just would not be the same.

I am going today to look at a house with your Mom. She said you had promised her a new house and I know that in some way, this will come to pass. We love you and miss you more and more each day. Sure wish you could come back to us. I am really looking forward to coming to you before too long. Love you, Ma

Anne Gibson

April 20, 2009

Happy Birthday JES. I know you will have a great day today with Jesus, Mammie and other loved ones. Our day will not be a good one except to know that you are well and happy and with the Lord who will take good care of you. Your roses are doing great. They are so beautiful. Your bench has arrived and it is very nice. We love you and hope to see you before too long. Ma and Bu

Anne Gibson

January 15, 2009

Good Morning My Precious JES. I just felt a need to say again how much I love you and miss you. The days are so hard without you. Sometimes I close my eyes and feel your hug and today I especially needed your touch. I am trying to do what you would want me to do and carry on but it is not easy. Our lives will never be the same here on earth without you. I hope you and Mammy are two "Smiths in a Pod". I am sure she is telling you some of the tales she told your mom when she was a little girl. I love you. Ma

Anne Gibson

December 23, 2008

JES - My precious Grandson. I continue to miss you and I just need to say once again how much I love you. Christmas will be hard with you not here in person but you will be with us all in our hearts. You are the best grandson any one has ever had. You brought so much joy and laughter to us. I will always cherish these wonderful memories. I am so proud of the many lives you touched in your short stay here. I am also proud of the great things you accomplished. I hurt so for the years ahead that I had dreams of the good things you would be bringing to others and the blessings you will not be able to fulfill. I am so blessed to have had you in my life and I will think of you every day and remember to tell you how much I love you. I will miss your hugs and hearing you say that you love me every time I saw you. Have a Merry Christmas with Jesus and I can't wait to see you again. Ma

Donna Dix Marvin and Family

October 13, 2008

Gina and Jimmy, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you. Even though I had never met JES personally, I have come to know him through the many tributes in this book and the things Aunt Anne and Uncle Reece have told me. What a blessing he must have been to you. I will continue to pray for you and your family.

Matt, Kelly, & Emma

October 11, 2008

WE ARE PRAYING EVERYDAY FOR YOU AND YOU ARE ALWAYS IN OUR THOUGHTS. WE LOVE YOU!

Bruce Plunkett

October 9, 2008

Jimmy and Gina,
We are praying for you and your family!! Please know that we are thinking of you and will continue to pray for you in the days to come.
Bruce and Joyce Plunkett

Denise, Megan & Mary Turner

October 9, 2008

Jimmy, Gina & Meagan,

There are no words to express the sorrow in our hearts that JES is no longer here with us. Over the last week I have been reminded of so many wonderful times that Megan, Mary and I have spent with your precious family. They are and will always be some of my fondest memories. JES was like my own child and Megan and Mary love him dearly. I keep seeing his face and that sheepish grin wearing that huge green sombrero at Papitos on his birthday or that silly alien balloon hat at Mazzios. He has surely brought many smiles and laughter to me and my girls. I don't know when I have ever met a finer young man. His smile and laugh were infectious. JES will always be near and dear to our hearts and I know one day we will see him again when we stand before Jesus. We love you and we are praying for your family. I want to leave you with the words from Joshua 1:9. "Be strong and take courage. Do not fear or be dismayed for the Lord will go before you and his light will show the way."

Sandra Grice

October 8, 2008

Dear Family of Jes:

You do not know me nor did I know your son, however, I too have suffered the loss of a 16 year old son and know the heartbreak you must be feeling right now.
I attend a group called The Compassionate Friends, please feel free to attend a meeting when you feel like sharing a memory or shedding some tears for your loss.
Also, please feel free to contact me
if you need any assistance in this time of sorrow.

Deb Tuten Pate

October 8, 2008

Jimmy, Gina, Meg and family - my heart breaks for your loss. I pray that our precious God, the Giver of life, will surround you all with His love and grace. Know that you all are in my prayers. Love,

Mike Lee

October 7, 2008

Jimmy & Gina

I am so sorry to hear about Jes. Will keep you in my prayers. May God comfort you during this time.

Chesley Alias

October 6, 2008

We love you and pray that God give you strength through this difficult time. We are here for you.

Your neighbors,
The Alias'

Heather Cross

October 5, 2008

Jim, Gina, and Meagan,

No words that anyone can say will take away the hurt and pain you are feeling right now. I wish they could and I would offer them to you. Only God knows why this has happened and only God can truly give you comfort. Please know that I am praying for you all daily and I am here for you if you need anything at all. Let your faith be your support and shield in the coming days. Remember Phil. 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength."

I love you all!

Deborah Reed

October 4, 2008

Dear Jim, Gina, and precious Meagan,
I am heartbroken. As AcaDec laughed about "wild hair" during eighth block on Tuesday, never did I dream that in three short hours JES would be gone. He will be missed so very much. What a joy he was to have in class--hard-working, intelligent, respectful--a teacher's dream student. I loved his infectious smile, and the witty banter between him and Justin and Brent. How grateful I am that JES was a part of our lives. JES will always be in my heart. I love all of you and know that God's love, mercy, and grace will be sufficient in the days ahead.
D. Reed
MCHS

Dan & Stacy Wills

October 4, 2008

Jimmy, Gina, and Meagan,

Our hearts were broken with the news of Jes - what a special young man! Please know that we are keeping you in our thoughts, holding you in our hearts and lifting you in our prayers.

with love,
Dan and Stacy Wills

Charlie and Christina Jackson

October 4, 2008

I know that the loss of our unborn child pales in comparison to what you are going through right now, but may this verse bring you peace as it did to me on so many days.
“My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” ~ 2 Corinthians 12:9

Mike and Eileen McKenzie

October 4, 2008

Gina and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Know that you are in our daily thoughts and prayers.
God bless,

Kay Edwards

October 3, 2008

Jim, Gina, Meagan and extended family,
I am so sorry for your loss and can not imagine the pain you are going through. Gina, I remember a time when you reached out to me when I was hurting. Just call and If I can be there for you, I will. My heart is grieving for you and your family and my prayers are with you. I know the Lord can help you as only he can. (Kay Edwards, Canton, MS)

Kevin & Waltrica Nichols

October 3, 2008

Jim, Gina & Meagan
Know that your family is in our thoughts and our prayer is for God to give you the strength you need now and for days to come. Trust in God in all that you do.

Suzanne Berry

October 3, 2008

Gina
Lake and I would like to offer our prayers for your sweet family. We know God will absolutely give you what you need during this time. We will keep you in our prayers.

Suzanne and Lake Berry

E J "Bubby" Trosclair

October 3, 2008

Jim & Gina & family:
Being a parent of a 16 year old, I can't begin to comprehend your pain... My heart breaks for y'all and the pain that is upon y'all. I will keep y'all in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless...

Audrey Coley

October 3, 2008

Dear Jim, Gina and Meagan---
May God hold your hearts in His hands as you begin the healing process. May your faith give you peace knowing that Jes is with our heavenly father. I can't even begin to imagine the pain you all are feeling. I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers.

Love,
Audrey M. Coley

Barbie Quinlan

October 3, 2008

Gina, Jimmy, Megan and extended family,

I can not tell you how sorry I am. Gina has been my friend my entire life and I truly wish I could be with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and I know your faith will get you through this.

May God Bless you all,

Barbie, Wayne, Amanda & Jordan

Denise (Stephens) McCraw

October 3, 2008

Jimmy and Gina-

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Come to Texas anytime and my home is open to you and your precious daughter--Meagan..

In Christ-

Christina Dryden

October 3, 2008

Oh sweet JES. I cannot imagine this life without yours. I cannot imagine Cody without you to laugh with. JES, it was so short but so full of everything good. You were so full of everything beautiful and pure. God blessed each and every path you crossed, simply because of the way He created you. You are mourned and we will grieve for you and the time that ended so soon. Only God's grace can get your family and friends through this time and the powerful knowledge that you are there in heaven with angels and the Lord Himself. We love you JES, we always did and we always will. The Drydens

Maintenance Staff St. Catherine's Village

October 3, 2008

Words cannot express how deeply saddened we are for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Randy, Wendy and Abby Zupa

October 3, 2008

Our hearts are so full of sadness right now. We are so sorry JES's life ended so soon. He was sweet, loving and had kindness in his smile. I know he will be missed. We love and are praying for you all.

Mitzi Amato

October 3, 2008

My heart breaks for your loss & there are no words that can express that. I know you're not supposed to have "favorites", but Jes was always mine at church & VBS. He was such a delight to be around...and that smile will live in my memory forever. I will continue to pray for each of you.

RAYMOND & WANDRA EVANS

October 3, 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.

Rita Abbey

October 3, 2008

Gina,

Words cannot express the sorrow I felt when I heard about Jes. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Rita Abbey (Caitlyn Outlaw's Mother)

Summer Nation

October 3, 2008

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Madison Station Elementary

October 3, 2008

Dearest Gina, Jim and Meagan,
We were all so sorry to hear about Jes. We want you to know that all of us at Madison Station have you in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Madison Station

Steve Poindexter CMA NW MS Area Rep

October 3, 2008

I am praying for your family.God can,and will,heal the wounded hearts.

Ashley Hill

October 3, 2008

Jes,
I still cannot believe I won't see you when i visit Decathlon again. I am sad you are gone, but I also celebrate the light you brought to our decathlon family. We could always count on you to brighten things up by saying something absolutely hilarious. I am so glad I got to know you on the trip last year. We all love you Jes. I know we will see you again one day.

Joe and Kay Candelora

October 3, 2008

We are so very sorry for your loss. We will remember Jes playing goalie on Joe's soccer team several years ago. Joe said that Gina had spoken to him on Sunday at the Clinton tournament and told him Jes was doing so well. It just breaks our hearts that he is gone.

Ealey White Family

October 3, 2008

My daughter was one of Jes classmates at Madison Central and she has really fond memories of him. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God will give you strength during this difficult time.

Betty Jo Rockwell

October 3, 2008

To Jim, Gina and Meagan,
No words can adequately express the sadness in my heart for your family. I didn't know JES very well, but it was always apparent the love your entire family conveyed to others. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May God's love bring you peace now and in the days ahead.

George Kendall

October 3, 2008

To Cousin Gina, the Smith and Gibson Families:

We are so deeply saddened by Jes' death; there is no greater pain than losing a child so loved and so talented. We are holding you in our hearts and praying for your strength.

Love,

George & Tanya Kendall and Family

Cinde Bennett

October 3, 2008

Jes, You were such a joy to know and love. Watching you grow from a cherub faced child to a young man has been a pleasure. You were always quick with a smile and a sly comment, and I always knew you loved people for who they were. It didn't matter if they were older(like my mother MeMe) you spoke to them, engaged them in conversation, made us know you cared and were interested in what we had to say. You were never embarrassed to be seen with the "uncool" people like parents of friends. I will always love you for that. You are a special person who will be so missed by so many, I hope you know the volume of people who truly love you. I regret never telling you how much you ment to me and what a great kid I thought you were. I will miss that twinkle in you eyes as you think up a funny remark and most of all your sweet smile. I know we will see each other again and at the very least I will once again get to experience you smile in eternity.

shannon DENHAM

October 3, 2008

i'm heartbroken, words just can't describe and there are no words i can speak except that i'm praying for you guys as you go through this and to just trust God to get you through this. only he can. i love ya'll and Jes will be missed and never forgotten

Mr. & Mrs. Steven Fortenberry

October 3, 2008

We are so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Keresty

October 3, 2008

I am so glad that JES was able to summer in Arizona with the Daniel family. Knowing him and getting to spend time with him those years was an experience that will remain in my heart until I see JES in Heaven. He had the ability to bring out only the best in those he was around. We are blessed to have him touch our lives.

Janie Jones

October 3, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Sandi murphy

October 3, 2008

Gina and Jimmy,

There is nothing we can say to take the pain away but know that there are many people lifting you up to the Father in prayer today and in the weeks and months to come. You are not alone....

Austin and Gerry Davis, Jr

October 3, 2008

As long time friends of the Gibson Family, we are deeply sorry for this great loss in their family. Because they moved from Beaufort,SC, many years ago, we never met Jes but his mom kept us up to date with pictures at Christmas. We've known Gina since she was a little girl and our hearts simply break for this tragedy. Only God can give this family peace. It's wonderful to know that he was raised in a good, loving Christian home surrounded with loving family members and friends. We heard many wonderful things from the grandparents when they visited Beaufort. No words can express how we feel for them at this time, but they know that their many friends will be praying for all of them.

Darlene and Zanley Gill

October 3, 2008

Gina and family,
Know that your friends in South Carolina have all of you in our thoughts and prayers. We praying for you daily. Someway, somehow, God will give you the strength to go through this. Know that we love you, and are praying for you.

Anne and Reece Gibson

October 3, 2008

Jes -You have been a joy in our lives since the day you came to us as a true gift from God. We will always treasure our short time with you. You have always made us laugh and entertained us. You have always made us proud. No one has ever had a more precious, caring and thoughtful person in their lives. We give thanks to God for loaning one of His most treasured children to our family. We will forever miss you but know that you are in His Hands and will be safe and loved and someday we will be with you again. We love you so very much. Ma and Bu, your proud grandparents.

Cindy Smith

October 3, 2008

To the Smith Family, Kerry & Debbie - You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very hard time.
Love,
Pat & Cindy Smith
ABATE of MS - Central Chapter

Justin Sanders

October 3, 2008

JES,
I loved you so much, man. I hope you knew that. Decathlon wasn't the same without you today, and it never will be. You were always the one guy I could count on to have a smile on his face. There was never a dull moment with you, and my greatest regret is not spending more time with you. When I saw you walk out of eighth block on Tuesday I never imagined that I would never be able to see your shining grin again. You lit our worlds up, all of us.
I was so happy when you got elected Treasurer, and some of my fondest memories are the afternoons when everyone left and you helped me clean up after the meetings. You made my life so much brighter, and I love you.
-Justin

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