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for Darren Crites
Stanton Family
February 25, 2008
Remembering Darren Always
Remembering the days on the Ranch with his Granddad, Uncle, Aunt Cousins, Brother and Sisters
Remembering the hours walking in the woods.
Remembering the good and not so good times.
Remembering many long talks about days to come.
Remembering Darren Forever
Gayle Kramer family
February 6, 2008
A life remembered...always.
Darren...
I remember his freckles.
I remember he loved his Grandma Donut.
I remember Darren early as a "wild child."
I remember Darren, the clown, growling at people from the car window in a supermarket parking lot to the laughter of we his family and the amazement mixed with terror of strangers passing by. It still makes me laugh. He will always be a part of this family. He had the Darren spot nobody else can fill. I'm so sad his private issues and struggles never found resolve. He's gone way too soon. All of us, those who knew him, even a little, will miss him.
Thinking of you all with love.
Praying for you.
With affection and sorrow.
Nancy Eckert
February 5, 2008
Dear CritesFamily
I was so sorry to read about Darren.Think about you often.
Diane Surina
January 1, 2008
We are never prepared for the loss of a loved one, but God is always prepared to help us through that loss. May His presence begin the healing in your heart and soul, and may His love surround you with the comfort only He can give.
John 14:18 I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.
Keep thinking of the good memories you have of your time together.
Love,
Jude and Family
January 1, 2008
With Sincere Sympathy
Thinking of you at this time of sorrow
Sorry to hear about your loss. Jamie
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Jude and Kate
Our sympathy to you and your family at this time. Love, Sara, Matt, Addison & Ella
the Crites Family
January 1, 2008
Dear Darren, We miss you terribly, losing you is huge, and life will never be the same. Many have sent expressions of love, comfort and sypathy, we are deeply grateful. Below is a poem that Deb Vaske gave to Valerie, and it comforts us while missing you. Looking forward to seeing you again Darren!
Your loving friends and family
We little knew that morning
God was going to call your name,
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
You did not go alone,
For part of us went with you,
The day God called you home.
You left us with peaceful memories,
Your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you,
You’re always at our side.
Our family chain is broken,
And nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one,
The chain will link again.
(Author Unknown)
the Crites Family
January 1, 2008
From our family to yours -
Thank you so much for all the love,
the prayers and the support
you have given us in our time of need.
The Crites Family
Jim, Lexi and Dani from Westernaires
January 1, 2008
An Angel Walks Beside Us. Angels live forever, far beyond our days on earth, and every soul receives an angel guardian at birth. Invisible, these angels never leave us, day or night. They know our fears and whisper, “things are going to be all right.” They give us strength and purpose, keep our hope and courage strong, they fill our minds with wisdom and our spirits with a song. And when the time in this world comes to reach our journey’s end, our angel walks beside us like a kind, familiar friend. And as we leave behind the only place we’ve known, we see our angel’s smile at last and hear “You’re home…you’re home.” May you find comfort in knowing that your loved one has been guided gently home. We are truly sorry for your loss, but rejoice in your brothers Peace in the next world.
We all had hair then...
December 29, 2007
Darren and Airforce buddy
December 29, 2007
Merry Christmas from the Crites 2000
December 29, 2007
Darren, Mom and Dad, an unbreakable circle
December 29, 2007
The true meaning of Christmas, Love and hugs!
December 29, 2007
Flying to Oregon for family reunion, what a beaming smile! See the twinkle in his eyes?
December 29, 2007
Darren looking good in blue!
December 29, 2007
Darren, Happy Camper on Val's Mountain
December 29, 2007
Julie Imperio
December 22, 2007
Darren, my mischievous cousin. I have fond memories of childhood antics. I will miss your caring, thoughtful heart. Rest in His arms until we meet again.
Sterling Rose Cronin
December 19, 2007
Darren was a very sweet guy. He will be greatly missed.
Dinah Johnson
December 19, 2007
I met Darren at our Adams family reunion. He was kind, funny, and genuine. He had a way of making you feel comfortable and welcomed. He now has peace with the LORD and is resting for just a short while until we all come together with our heavenly Father and Christ Jesus our savior and comforter. He is in good hands.
Pamela Laub
December 18, 2007
My sympathy's to the family. Darren was so kind to us the time we spent together. We haven't seen the family in a while, but he will be missed just the same. Please let us know if we can do anything to help with the saddness of your loss. May God comfort and keep you all.
Pam, Brian & Nathan
Darrens 4th Birthday. All us kids except Teri.
David, Joyce, Teri, Kevin, Tami Grabher
December 17, 2007
We knew Darren all of his life growing up in Morrison, Colorado in the 60's. Losing Darren is like losing a Son, Brother, and Friend all at once. He was a very kind and thoughtful person. There are many, many memories of our families times together and he will be missed by all of us.
ARA JOHNSTON
December 10, 2007
THIS BRINGS MY LOVE AND SYMPATHY TO THE CRITES FAMILY. SINCE I AM BETH'S MOM I KNOW DENISE AND MATT THE BEST, ALTHOUGH IT HAS BEEN A LONG TIME SINCE I HAVE SEEN THEM.
MAY GOOD MEMORIES COMFORT YOU.
FONDLY, ARA JOHNSTON
Beth and Gary Springer
December 9, 2007
My mom called me to say she saw Darren's name in the obituaries. Gary and I have heavy heart's about this news. We haven't talked to Darren in a long time, but Gary enjoyed having him work at Frito Lay. We send your whole family a hug. We love you guys!
Love, Beth and Gary
Betsy Shea
December 4, 2007
I knew Darrren only through his mother. Norine spoke of him often with love, concern, and trusting him to find his peace. I am sure this special mother bore a special son.
Greg Hays
December 3, 2007
I remember Darren as being a very kind hearted person. In one situation that I remember Brandon and I were outside playing catch with a football and Darren was watching from the porch. For no other reason, except to be nice, he went into the garage and brought out a football and gave it to Brandon. I am sure he did it because he knew he had something that would give us joy. We very much appreciated the gesture.
I also recall a brief encounter when I was in the back yard at night looking for something with a flashlight. Darren yelled over the fence just to be sure it was me, and not somebody that should not have been in our backyard. It was a small incident but did show his concern for others.
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