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Yvonne
September 28, 2025
Wow, 19 years without you Dad. Now that I am retired, time just flies by. I know you are in a better place. I love you very much and miss you.
Yvonne
September 28, 2024
Dad,
18 years now. It's hard to believe. I miss you and love you.
Yvonne Feyerherm
September 26, 2023
Dad, Thursday marks 17 years you have been gone. Time goes by so fast. You are missed and loved every day.
With all my love,
Yvonne
John DeHerrera
November 11, 2022
Brother Jake, our sister Vicky, 1rst cousin Freddy, 1rst cousin Effie and Vicky's xhusband Steve have joined you in heaven. Soon we will all be together. I often think of our times together in TA, Leadville, and Camp Hale that is now a National Monument. You and I kept the freezer full of trout in Camp Hale.
Another year has passed and Betsy and I are getting up there in age. Our family is growing. We have two Grandson's Diego And Cruz and one Granddaughter Nina.
Our two son's Roque and Lucas have been pretty successful building houses in Seattle.
Just know that you and Mom, Dad, Roque and Vicky are in my thoughts. Love you, Johnny
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Yvonne
September 28, 2022
Dad it's hard to believe it has been 16 years already. I love and miss you.
Yvonne
September 28, 2019
Yvonne
September 28, 2019
Yvonne
September 28, 2019
Dad, I love and miss you. Another camping season has gone by. I think of you often especially while around the camp fire.
Yvonne Feyerherm
September 28, 2016
Yvonne
September 28, 2016
Dad today marks 10 years without you. It's hard to believe. I miss our phone calls, camping trips and just having you there.
I may not be close to the cemetery to visit, but you will always be on my mind. I love you and miss you. Until I see you again...
Johnny De Herrera
September 29, 2015
There was a big rock in The Eagle River the flowed through Camp Hale that was your favorite fishing spot. You would cast your mepps spinner and bring it back slowly and about every five minutes you would land a good tasting Rainbow Trout and sometimes a German Brown Trout. We did many things together during our growing up days and looking back we had some pretty good growing up times. Your spirit is next to me every day Jake. Te amo mi hermano.
Vicky DeHerrera-Kirschenmann
September 29, 2015
Jacobo, as time goes by I think of you more often and miss you more. There are so many things I want to talk to you about, questions I want to ask you. You were always a bright light in our family and we are not the same without you. I know that we will all be together again someday, that is what gets us through all these heartaches on earth. You made a difference, that's all anyone can hope for. I love you and miss you.
Vicky
September 28, 2015
Dad,
It's hard to believe it is already 9 years. Time sure does fly. I miss you and love you.
Yvonne
October 8, 2014
Happy 72nd Birthday Dad. We love you and miss you very much! Yvonne and Larry
JOHN R. DEHERRERA
September 29, 2014
Brother Jake you are gone, but not forgotten. You and I stood together when times were rough and when times were good. Many things have changed since you departed this world, but your spirit will always live within the ones that knew you and loved you. Look over us until we are together.
September 29, 2014
Dad, Roman, Jake and I got together yesterday. We miss you a lot, but know you are better now. Love you,
Krista
September 28, 2014
I can't believe it's been 8 years already not a day passes that I don't think about you I love you and I miss you so much I need your guidance so much right now but even though I can't see your face I know your with me everyday. I love you
October 8, 2013
Dad,
Another year has gone by and another Birthday. I miss you and love you.
Yvonne Feyerherm
September 28, 2012
In memory Dad!
With Love,
September 28, 2012
Dad,
You are in my thoughts today. We miss you very much and love you.
John DeHerrera
August 22, 2012
Brother you are not forgotten, your spirit is very much alive.
Krista
August 19, 2012
Happy Anniversary your missed and loved daily
August 19, 2012
Happy Anniversary Jake, I will always love and miss you until we are together again.
Yvonne
October 8, 2009
Happy Birthday Dad! You would have been 67 wonderful years today. Some of the family are getting together this evening to remember you. We love you and miss you very much.
Yvonne
August 28, 2009
Dad,
I always think of you around this time. I can't believe you have been away from us for almost 3 years.
We love you and miss you dearly.
Krista Gonzales
May 23, 2009
I have been thinking about you alot lately you would be so proud of your Eli he has make so many accomplishments this year and talks about you all the time he misses you so much and I don't think he will ever stop. He is going to be in 6th grade and oh man I need your help with him now.. I just wanted to write you and let you know that I miss you and that I love you.
Love Always,
Krista
Yvonne
September 24, 2008
Dad,
This Sunday marks two years that you have been gone. I know you are in a better place, but that still does not take the hurt away. I love you very much and miss you.
LaVerne
April 25, 2008
Jake
I just wanted to tell you I think of you everyday, and I will miss and Love you for the rest of life. Please Honey if you have any power Help Me get through all this saddness.
Krista Gonzales
March 19, 2008
Jake,
I have so much to say and dont know how to say it but here I go..We had so many differences for so many years and I regret all of them now but I am very thankful that in the past 6 years we grew so closely and how much I could talk to you about... it must be wonderful in heaven because there you can see the world and how everybody really felt about you and you may have not been my father by blood but YOU ARE MY FATHER BY HEART and thats what really matters.. now there is so much hurt and emptyness I feel inside and its like nobody can understand or see how or why.. Before you passed I wrote you a letter to tell you very much you mean to me and I was there everyday and tried to read on what I could do to make you feel better but I guess it was just you time to move on to a better place and I am so jealous that you are there in heaven with god and my beautiful queen and please kiss her for me and tell her I miss her and oh how I need her here with me to guide me in the right direction.. well i will write you again soon I Love You
Love,
Krista
Krista
December 25, 2007
Its another holiday without you and this year was a hard Christmas I can't seem to understand why I feel this way.. I didn't put up a tree or anything this year... I just miss you so very much its hard to explain but I know that only you can understand.. Well anyways I hope that your having a wonderful Christmas in Paradise and remember I Love You11
November 20, 2007
Jake
I've been sitting here thinking about Our lives together and realized you were my hero all of my adult life, now I understand why I don't beleive in myself you were always there and my whole world. Just know I think about you always and I often wonder what you would do or say before I make any choices I go to the cementary and ask for your advice about anything I do. You were my whole Identity, I can't believe I"m not there with you. I thought we would be together forever, maybe I took that for granted. I'm really glad I had the time to spend with you because I told you the way I have always felt about you.( we shared so much in that very little time) I think about after we met and how I fell so in love with you nothing and no one else mattered. I realize we had some bad times but I'm concentrating only on the good if thats ok with you. It's almost Thanksgiving and I'm not looking forward to the Holidays again without you. Last year to be honest with you I don't really remember them just know I was very sad.
Take care My Love and know you are always in my heart.
Krista
November 10, 2007
I find so many nights that I lay here thinking of you and I have to admit that I sometimes feel alone but then I think about you and I realize that I will never be alone I have so many people here with me always. I guess all that I'm saying is that you are missed more than I could have ever imagined and it gets so very hard at times because I dont know if Im doing the right or wrong thing and I could always depend on you for advise well at least the honest truth...I guess I need you and your guidence more than ever these days.. Until next time remember that I Love You and I Miss You!!
Love Always,
Krista
October 8, 2007
I STILL FIND IT DIFFICULT ON THIS DAY BECAUSE YOUR NOT HERE TO WISH YOU A HAPPY BIRTHDAY BUT I KNOW THAT YOUR HAVING A GREAT ONE IN HEAVEN SO I JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT YOU ARE SO VERY MISSED TODAY AND EVERYDAY SO ANYWAY JUST STOPPING BY TO SAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY ABD REMEMBER THAT WE MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU FOR NOW AND FOREVER
LOVE ALWAYS,
KRISTA & JENNIFER
LaVerne
October 3, 2007
Jake, Today is the last day I got to see you in your body,I remember the way I felt when the car took you away at the church, what I wouldn't do to be there with you. Just know I remember everything about you. I can't even begin to tell you how much I miss you and Love You. I still go to the cementary everyday and we pray the rosary and I still cry. I wish I could bring you home to me. I hope and pray that we will be together soon. I ask God for guideness.
I Love You with all my Heart.
KRISTA GONZALES
August 30, 2007
I STILL FIND IT HARD TO BELIEVE THAT YOUR GONE.. LAST NIGHT WE WERE TALKING AND ELIZZUAH SAID 'MOM I WISH THAT MY GRANDPO HAD A 2ND CHANCE DON'T YOU' I DON'T KNOW HOW TO TELL HIM THAT YOUR LEAVING WAS A BLESSING IT'S HARD TO SAY AND IT'S HARD TO LET GO BUT THE BONUS IS THAT YOUR FREE AND IT WAS HARD TO WATCH YOU BE IN SO MUCH PAIN AND IN YOUR FINAL DAYS IT WAS JUST DIFFERENT BUT I GUESS I KNOW THAT YOU MADE IT AND YOUR GONNA BE OK WITH OUR LORD AND ALL OF THE FAMILY THAT YOU HAVE REUNITED WITH SO I HAVE PEACE WITH KNOWING THAT YOUR OK.. SO REMEMBER YOU ARE LOVED AND MISSED EVERYDAY AND WE WILL ALL BE TOGETHER AGAIN SOON.. LOVE YOU ALWAYS,
KRISTA
KRISTA
June 15, 2007
I HAVE BEEN THINKING ABOUT YOU ALOT TODAY SO THOUGHT I WOULD TAKE TIME TO WRITE YOU TO SAY THAT I LOVE YOU AND I MISS YOU. I AM NOT SURE WHAT TO DO ON SUNDAY BESIDE GO SPEND SOME TIME WITH YOU BUT ITS NOT THE SAME AND IT WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU HERE.. WELL UNTIL NEXT TIME REMEMBER THAT I LOVE YOU AND I MISS YOU EVERYDAY. XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOX
Krista
April 28, 2007
I was here on Thursday with Jen & Eli and was really hurt about my grandmas 2 years away from us down here and got to thinking how much I really miss you and as days go on it seems to get harder I never imagined how much I would miss you but its like I can't live without you. Every time I had anything going on in my life I always told you and my mom about it I mean I tell her but I looked forward to your 2 sence and I don't have that you were my dad and the only male in my life and I don't know how to raise my boy into the man you expect but we are all trying I guess I need your guidence on what to do.. Just remember that I Love You
Yvonne
April 20, 2007
Hi Dad,
I just wanted to say that I have been thinking about you a lot lately.
We are buying a newer home with an acre of land. I always liked sharing exciting news with you. Even though I do share the news with Laverne, its just not quite the same.
Today is one year that my cousin Robert has been gone. I hope you two are up there watching over all of us.
Dad - I love and miss you very much!
Krista
March 28, 2007
I can't believe that it has been 6 months since you left us I can still hear your voice in my head and I thank God everyday for that I can close my eyes and remember your face and I pray that I never lose that sight or that sound but I want you to know that I am ALWAYS thinking about you and I am doing my best to make you proud so just keep in my that you are missed and loved everyday..I Love You..
Love Always,
Krista
John De Herrera
March 18, 2007
Brother Jake,
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I imagine heaven is working smoother and the Lord knows what a good man he got. Mom & Dad, and Roque who have been waiting for a long time,have prepared a place for you. In a few years the rest of the family will join you. You might have left this earth brother, but your spirit is strong within me. You touched many lives while you were here and soon the tears from the people that loved you will subside. Give us a sign once in awhile when you are near. "te amo mi hermano".
Krista Gonzales
March 15, 2007
Last night you would have been so proud of Eli he got an invatation to the black belt club and thats an honor because not just anybody gets one and there lots of kids that don't have the next uniform..Well Until next time remember that I Love You..
Elizzuah Gonzales
March 10, 2007
Dear grandpo,Jake.I got my gold belt in Tae Kwon Do.I even got a strip on the 2nd day!
ox,
Eli
KRISTA
February 24, 2007
IT'S BEEN A WHILE SINCE I HAVE WROTE YOU BUT I HAVE BEEN FEELING REAL BAD BUT ENOUGH ABOUT ME I AM WRITING TO TELL YOU HOW PROUD OF ELI YOU WOULD BE.HE GOT 2 AWARDS IN SCHOOL AND BEEN KEEPING UP IN KARATE HE GOT HIS GOLD BELT TODAY. WELL I JUST WANTED TO KEEP YOU UP ON WHAT'S GOING ON DOWN HERE.. I LOVE YOU AND WILL TALK TO YOU LATER
Krista Gonzales
February 14, 2007
I can't beleive how time continues to fly on by.. Eli was so upset on Wednesday when he got his report card because he said " Do you think my grandpo Jake would be proud?" I told his yes and that you were always proud of him in everything he did and does. I never imagined on how much I would miss you and even more now that American Idol is starting up again. I sent your wife flowers for you because that was one thing you always made sure to do. Well we will see each other soon so remember to be there to greet me..Until next time take a piece of my heart and remember that I Love You..And Happy Valentine's Day!
Love You Forever,
Krista
Yvonne
January 29, 2007
Dad, yesterday was four months that you have been gone now. Roman, Jake and I went to the cemetary and visited. I placed a rosary that I purchased in Mexico on your floral arrangement that I made. Larry and I just returned from Mexico. I had a dream about you while there. You were so vivid and happy. I envisioned you and Laverne being with us there enjoying the beach, warmth and all that Mexico brings.
I cannot believe how time goes by. You are in my thoughts daily. I am trying to be strong for you and hope that each day will help others to be stronger.
I want to continue to be a good person for you and continue making you proud.
We all miss you terribly here, but I know you are in a better place. I love you and miss you Dad!
Krista Gonzales
January 21, 2007
It's me again just thinking about you alot over the past few days. I went to the doctor on Friday and I didn't have anybody to talk to about the stuff they said and well some of it I just didn't understand what it ment and you would always be the one to tell me what it was. I have been really busy I hope that your not mad that I haven't wrote you but I had to wait for them to hook up my service well I just wanted to tell you that I was thinking about you and that I Love You!
Love You Forever,
Krista
Krista & Eli
January 15, 2007
This is probly going to be the last time I write you for a while things got out of hand because of some stuff that is not true. Well I guess you were right about certin people so for now I will just write that I Love You and we both miss you very much and untill we speak again remember that me and Eli love you..
Krista
January 1, 2007
I was thinking about you last night because it was New Years Eve and I was telling Jennifer if she remembered how we spent it last year and she did it was with you and my mom. This year was different I can still close my eyes and see your smile and hear your voice from time to time its like not real to me and I can't seem to make it reality its almost like your away for a while like when you were working but you still haven't came back. I am doing my best I try to stay busy and not to really sit and think about to much because its too much to handle but time will be all we need. Well I hope you are doing alright upthere and remember that I Love You and Happy New Years!
Love Always,
Krista
Krista
December 25, 2006
Today is Christmas day and life feels so empty without you. I can't even begin to tell you how things have changed and not for the better it's like life is moving forward but I stand still even though I really do try hard things will never be the same. I know that your Christmas is full of joy and happiness I just wish that it were the same for all of us, and I hope that you know how much you are deeply missed and loved so until we speak again take my love.. I Love You and Merry Christmas and Give my Grandmother a hug and kiss for me..
Love Always,
Krista
eli gonzales
December 21, 2006
Happy Holidays!Have a nice Xmas in Heaven grandpo.I will love you till the day I die.
o@Xeli
Krista
December 19, 2006
A Step-Dad Just Like You
I just want to let you know
You mean the world to me
Only a heart as dear as yours
Would give so unselfishly
The many things you’ve done
All the times that you were there
Help me know deep inside
How much you really care
Even though I might not say
I appreciate all you do
Richly blessed is how I feel
Having a Step-Dad just like you
Love You Always,
Krista
krista
December 17, 2006
Dad...so many images come to mind
whenever I speak your name;
It seems without you in my life
things have never been the same.
What happened to those lazy days
when I was just a child;
When my life was consumed in you
in your love, and in your smile.
What happened to all those times
when I always looked to you;
No matter what happened in my life
you could make my gray skies blue.
Dad, some days I hear your voice
and turn to see your face;
Yet in my turning...it seems
the sound has been erased.
Dad, who will I turn to for answers
when life does not make sense;
Who will be there to hold me close
when the pieces just don't fit.
Oh, Dad, if I could turn back time
and once more hear your voice;
I'd tell you that out of all the dads
you would still be my choice.
Please always know I love you
and no one can take your place;
Years may come and go
but your memory will never be erased.
Today, Jesus, as You are listening
in your home above;
Would you go and find my dad
and give him all my love.
Krista
Eli
December 17, 2006
Hey Grandpa it’s me again just writing to say hello
I know your up in heaven shining your light on us below
I know you left and I miss you a lot
But I have given things a lot of thought
I love you so much and the love is real
But I know wherever you are, you are feeling ideal,
I’m sorry we tried to keep you here
I feel so selfish we just wanted to hold you dear.
I now set you free grandpa with no regrets
Because now I know, I know you loved me so
And now I see that you'll always be with me
So grandpa I’ll see you soon and that day when I do...
It’ll no longer be alone but I’ll finally be with you
I know you’re with me everyday
And I know you’re taking care of me every step of the way
I still know you’re proud of me where ever you may be
And I want you to know I try to make you proud as you can see
I love you so much and I miss you so dear
But grandpa don’t worry because I know you’re always here....
*I love you and miss you every day (to my grandpa Jake)
My love is soaring for you everyday.........
Krista
December 15, 2006
It is 10 days until Christmas and I am not sure of how things will turn out with all of the gifts and joy that we are supposed to have will that also have changed? Eli wants to spend all day with you on Christmas so he could catch you up on all his new activities that he says he doing to make you proud of him, I try to explain to him that no matter what you will be proud of him for doing his best. We got a little tree even though it is full decorations and lights it still looks empty on we all that something is missing and nobody can change the way that god wrote his book for us all but knowing that you are in a wonderful place it still dont help us with our pain of losing you. Well I guess I will talk to you soon...
I Love You!!
Krista
December 4, 2006
Today is Eli's Birthday and all he wants is for you to come home. I don't know what to do for him anymore. We went to that new program and he said that you were the only person who ever made him feel special he said when it was the two of you together he felt like you made each others world turn and he feels lost without you here. If I could change the way things are you would be here and that would make everything all better again. So many things have changed in the past 5 months but these last 2 have been the hardest on everybody. I know that one day we will all be together again in heaven and I could make you tortillas, and biscochitos and green chile just like you liked it here and that day will be full of pure joy and relief so thats what keeps me going because I know that my place is still here and one day I will be with you and everybody else in Paradise so until I write again remember that I Love You and will see you in my dreams...
Love,
Krista
Krista
November 27, 2006
Letter from Heaven
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
I read this poem and instantly thought of you so I put it on her for you to read it.. I Love You!!
November 23, 2006
TODAY IS THANKSGIVING AND I HAVE NOTHING TO BE THANKFUL FOR. PEOPLE SAY I HAVE ALOT TO BE THANKFUL FOR BUT THESE PAST 2 YEARS HAVE BEEN TOO MUCH FOR ME AND I FEEL LIKE WHEN I JOIN ALL MY LOVED ONES IN HEAVEN THATS WHEN I WILL BE THANKFUL. WHEN I WENT TO VISIT YOU I JUST HOPE THAT YOU HEARED ME BECAUSE I HAD ALOT TO SAY.. WELL I JUST WANT TO WISH YOU HAPPY THANKSGIVING BECAUSE YOU ARE IN A WONDERFUL PLACE WITH OUR LORD SO UNTILL WE SPEAK AGAIN TAKE MY LOVE AND PRAYERS.
I LOVE YOU !!!
LOVE,
KRISTA
Elizzuah Gonzales
November 21, 2006
Dear Grandpo,Jake
I'am joining the Dragonfly program just for you.Grandpo we won't have a great Thanksgiveing with out you.
love,Eli
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Krista
November 19, 2006
Yesterday was Leo's Birthday and I was thinking about you because we were out and all I could think about was ordering you a scotch and water.I am always thinking about you and it's so crazy because I never in my life imagined that losing you would be this hard after losing my grandma I thought that nothing would ever hurt more than that but this is so different because this affects me more than words could say. I often worry about Eli because when he lost you he not only lost his grandpo but he lost his best friend and he has been through so much that this pain I can't take it away. As he was making out his list to Santa he wrote " I want my grandpo Jake to come back home" I don't know what to do anymore help me.. My mom is so depressed she don't even want to do things with Eli anymore. I feel so lost and alone and only you can help me now so I am asking you for your help and guidence with to do whats the right thing to do. Well until next time remember that I Love You!!
Elizzuah Gonzales
November 17, 2006
Dear grandpo, There are only six more days until ThanksGiveing.And grandpo,don't wory,will keep a seat open just for you.I love you!
Your favoret,
ELI
Eli Gonzales
November 4, 2006
Dear GRANDPO,JAKE YOU MAKE ME SMILE,I always wanted to be like you,When I get to Heven,you are the first person I will see.
your favorite grandkid,
Eli!
KRISTA GONZALES
November 1, 2006
I WENT TO BED LAST NIGHT REALLY FELLING YOUR PRESENTS BUT I THINK MAYBE I JUST NEED TO REALLY TAKE TIME TO MYSELF AND TALK TO YOU. I PRAY AT NIGHT AND ASK FOR GOD TO LET ME TALK TO YOU BECAUSE THERE WAS SO MUCH THAT I DIDN'T GET TO TELL YOU BUT I KNOW THAT YOU ALREADY KNOW BUT STILL I WAS NOT THE ONE TO TELL YOU. I AM TRYING SO HARD TO BE STRONG BUT I DON'T KNOW IF I CAN ANYMORE. THINGS ARE FALLING APART WITHOUT YOU AND IT IS SO HARD BUT I KNOW THAT YOU WILL HELP US THROUGH THIS AND I HAVE FAITH IN YOU SO PLEASE TAKE TIME TO GUIDE ME IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION ANY HOW I WILL TALK TO YOU SOON.. I LOVE YOU!!
LOVE ALWAYS,
KRISTA
HAPPY AS ALWAYS
October 29, 2006
FOREVER LOVE
October 29, 2006
October 28, 2006
Today has been 1 month since you left us and it's still hard to believe that your not coming back but I have comfort that you are in HEAVEN with so many people that you missed and I can't wait for the day I go with you to paradise until then all I can do is pray that I don't disapoint you with Elizzuah. He misses you so much and but then again we all do. Just remember that I Love You so unitll next time Bye
Love Always,
Krista
ELIZZUAH GONZALES
October 27, 2006
GRANDPO,
YOU ARE MY FAVORITE AND YOU WILL BE MY ONLY FAVORITE.I ALWAYS WILL REMEMBER YOU AND KEEP YOU IN MY HEART. I LOVE YOU GRANDPO JAKE
LOVE ELI
Your wife
October 22, 2006
Jake,
On Friday we placed you in your final resting place you were well Loved and respected. Bob and Ruth were there along with Ron (Bubbles) and of course all your family. I made a promise to you on that day I would go visit with you often. I just can't seem to wake up from this aweful dream, I want you here with me everyday. Its seems to harder at night for me I guess it's because I can't hung you while I'm sleeping. I just hope you remember the promise you made to me. I Love and miss you DAILY.
October 20, 2006
Today was a sad day for us we had to say good-bye for good until we go to hevaen with you. As we left you Elizzuah just got on his knees and prayed to you I hope you heared his cry because it was so full of Love. I hurt when I said good-bye because I don't know when I will see you again. I Love You So Much and I will write you again so untill then remember I Love You !
Love Always,
Krista
October 17, 2006
I just was thinking about you so I figured I could write you to say that I miss you. Yesterday as we were cleaning the yard and raking leaves I was thinking about you and how you and Elizzuah would do them together. He told me last year my grandpo took me to Mc Donalds for helping him pick up all the leaves. I just wanted to say that I Love You and Miss you dearly.
Love,
Krista
Wife
October 11, 2006
Jake
I just wanted to write you and tell how much I'm trying to be strong it just seems like a bad dream and I'm going to wake up next to you again and things will be ok. The night you left I wanted to go with you and if you called me now I still would go.
I Love and miss you everyday and pray for the day God takes me with you. I know in my heart MY MOM and your Parents are watching over you and your probably really happy, but it still don't take away my pain.
Love you forever Your Wife
Bob (Vicky) Kirschenmann
October 8, 2006
LaVerne/Children & Grandchildren: Jake was always a great brother-in-law to me. Today is a very sad day for you as well as for the rest of his family. We will all miss him very much but have many cherished memories of him. I especially thought of him today as I was watching the NASCAR Race and how Jake, and you LaVerne, watched it with us when Jake was sick and he even kind of enjoyed it. May God comfort you and keep you until we all see Jake again. God Bless You All.
Jake DeHerrera
October 8, 2006
Dad, Happy Birthday to you. It's been a little over a week, since you departed from us. Just wanted to let you know that I will miss and love you forever.
Your son, Jake Jr.
Krista
October 8, 2006
I woke up this morning and said I have to go to the store to get the stuff to make your favorite cake for your Birthday but then when I realized that you were not here it relly began to hurt. This is a very hard day because we were supposed to celebrate this day with you but insted you are celebrating it in Heaven and I Heaven because I know that is where you are. Well I just wanted to tell you I Love You and Happy Birthday!!
Love Always,
Krista
Your Wife
October 8, 2006
Jake,
Today is your Birthday and I'm feeling pretty low and look forward to the day I'm with you again. I miss you very much and my heart will only belongs to you forever.
Krista Gonzales
October 8, 2006
Today is your Birthday and it feels different without you here. I woke up this morning and was telling myself I need to go to the store to get the stuff to make your favorite cake for you but then I realized that you were not here and it really hurts so I thought I would write you and tell you that I am thinking about you and I Love You.
Love Always,
Krista
Deborah Green
October 6, 2006
I am very grateful that I had the honor to work with Jake over the years. I pray that Christ will comfort his wife and family and give them the joy of knowing that they will see Jake again in Glory!
shelleen figueroa
October 6, 2006
Laverne I could never imagine what you are feeling. This last 2 years has been so hard for you with the death of your mom your grandmother & now you husband on top of that the findings with Krista. God will get you through this & you are a very strong person I look up to you for the woman you are & I am here for you whenever you need me. God Bless you all!!!
Jim Crawford
October 6, 2006
I worked with Jake several times over the years and always found him a professional, easy to work with and always having a sense of humor. I know he will be missed by all. I offer my sincere sympathy and prayers to his family and friends.
Johnny DeHerrera
October 5, 2006
Jake and I were very close. He was my mentor, friend and brother. When I attend church on Sundays I will be able to talk with him along with Mom, Dad, and Roque who preceded him. He was honored by his family and friends with a beautiful Memorial Service and Mass. He took his last breath of life after receiving the last rites from Father Dan, who performed a great service for Jake at St. Anthony Of Padua Church. A special thanks to Lavern for Loving and Caring for Jake. Krista/Eli/ Jennifer & Leo for supporting Lavern, Alfonso/Lorraine, Alex/Marje Rick, Pat/John Barnett, Bob and Vicky Kirschenmann & Steve for giving me a place to stay. Jake & Yvonne/Larry, Roman and Francine, and Lavern's Dad and Sisters . "Jakes Spirit Will Live Forever In Our Hearts".
Krista Gonzales
October 3, 2006
I just want you to know how much I LOVE YOU and I WILL MISS YOU EVERYDAY this is so HARD and today when they took you away today it finally hit me that you were really not going to come back. I will do my best to make you proud of Elizzuah and we will keep you with us FOREVER!! I Love You see you soon
Love Always,
Krista
Krista Gonzales
October 3, 2006
This was a hard day it is so hard to know that I will not see you everyday and take my love and prayers with you and check in on us from time to time. I Love You
Love Always,
Krista
Pat, Deb, Andy & Tim Hughes, and Katie & Rob Sevier
October 3, 2006
LaVerne, Jake Jr., Yvonne, Roman and Krista.
We were neighbors for such a short period of time, but Jake became a life long friend. Whenever Pat had a question about cars or lawn mowers, Jake was always consulted. Pat and Andy enjoyed boxing nights. When Pat and Jake would go out for "a" beer, Jake would always ask how our other old neighbors were and what they were doing. He helped Katie with some projects for her first graders and she really appreciated everything he did, especially shortening the chair she uses when she does over head presentations. We wish there were something we could do or say to make this time easier for all of you, but there are never enough words to comfort someone with so great a loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Jake will never be forgotten and will always be missed.
Judy Smith
October 3, 2006
LaVerne & family:
I was so sorry to hear about your loss, my deepest sympathy is extended to you and you family.
God bless you at this time,and in the upcoming days.
Judy Smith
Bud Narramore
October 3, 2006
Jake will be missed by many of us who knew him as a guy who had both feet on the ground, a good sense of humor and cared deeply for his family. We never lost touch during the years and across the miles. He was my friend. God bless him.
Dennis Ryan
October 2, 2006
I was saddened to learn of Jake's illness and death. We often exchanged e-mails and instant messages. I thought of him as a friend as well as a co-worker when we were both at MSHA. I will remember him in the good times.
Mick & Linda Dennehy
October 2, 2006
Laverne, we are sorry for your loss; you and your family are in our prayers. Jake will be missed by a lot of his friends.
Mick Dennehy
October 2, 2006
LaVerne and family we are sorry your loss, you and your family our in our prayers. I am one of the many persons who will miss Jake.
Mick, Linda & Family
October 2, 2006
Laverne I am so sorry for your loss. I remember when I was young how you, Jake and my parents use to go out and dance. He will be missed. Talay and family
Andrew (Andy) Lowe
October 2, 2006
I was saddened by the news of Jake's passing. He was a good guy and I always enjoyed working with him.
Shelleen Figueroa
October 2, 2006
Jake may you rest in peace with the Lord as you have been greeted into heaven by all the other family members & friends that were here in your life on earth. May you have eternal life in heaven.
Tyrone & Lorna Goodspeed
October 1, 2006
LaVerne, We are so sorry for the loss of Jake. I don't have many friends but Jake was one of my best friends. My blessings are with you. If their is anything I can do for you just let me know. God Bless.
Ronald Pennington
October 1, 2006
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Bobby and JoAnn Melisaratos
September 30, 2006
Bobby and I were so sorry to hear about Jake, he was such a wonderful man. He will certainly be missed, and will be remembered in our Prayers.
Collin and Becky Galloway
September 30, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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