Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Jonathan Baggett Obituary
Memorial gathering: 1 p.m. Monday at Richland Hills United Methodist Church. Interment: 11 a.m. Tuesday in Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 p.m. Monday at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home.
Memorials: Memorials may be made to Glenlake Camp, Make-A-Wish, Cook Children's Medical Center and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Jonathan was a senior at Birdville High School and was in varsity soccer and a member of National Honor Society. Also he was an officer with CTCYM and PALS. He was also ranked 12th in his class and was Homecoming King in 2009. He was also a drummer in the praise band at Richland Hills United Methodist Church.
He was preceded in death by his father, the Rev. Bobby Baggett, and grandfather, John Smith.
Survivors: Mother, Teresa Edwards and stepfather, Robin Edwards; sisters, Melissa and Holly Baggett; grandparents, JoAnn Smith, John and Helen Baggett, Gary and Debbie Edwards and Joyce Edwards; as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jonathan Baggett
sheila dela rosa
September 28, 2010
I wanted to share a letter written by Joe Kennedy to a friend whose son died after brain surgery
There are no words to dispel your feeling at this time and there is no time that will ever dispel them. Nor is it any easier the second time than it was the first. And yet I cannot share your grief, because no one could share mine.
When one of your children goes out of your life, you think of what he might have done with a few more years and you wonder what you are going to do with the rest of yours. You never really accept it; you just go through the motions. Then one day because there is a world to be lived in, you find yourself a part of it again trying to accomplish something that he did not have time enough to do. And perhaps, that is the reason for it all. I hope so.
Just felt I needed to share this. My heart is heavy with the one year coming upon us. My Doug would have been on his way into a new life in a new school, sharing that wonderful smile with all the world to see. I just want all of the family etc to know that Jonny will never be forgotten and will live on forever. And Mel maybe one day I will be reading the book from my dreams Jonnys Journey. Take care and know yall are thought of and showered with prayers and love. Always Sheila
sheila dela rosa
May 28, 2010
This time is bitter sweet, I know my Doug is in no pain and with his Dad and God that I guess is the sweet part. The bitter is this was to be his Sr. year of High School and gradution is this Sunday and there will be an empty seat that should have Jon sitting in it. Plus the world cup is right around the corner and I know Jon wanted to be there. I just want the family of My Doug to know your son, brother, etc has not and will not ever be forgotten. To you Mel you have a way with words that hit the heart and wrap the reader into them. I had a dream the other night that you wrote a book in honor of your brother and the name of the book was Jonathan's Journey. It was a book from the start of his birth till his last breath. I know you could make this happen, I know I would buy it and read it. Love to yall, take care and you can always be in touch. Sheila
sheila dela rosa
April 15, 2010
The coach came into the lunch room early this morning, and out of the blue gave me a shirt like the team had worn this year. I don't know why but it really means alot to me. I know My Doug was just one part of the team and that each member is very important, but without Jon there it has left a empty place. The team played hard and had a wonderful season and don't think Jon wasn't helping from above with that huge smile shining. I still find it hard to believe he is forever gone from this earth. I think of him and his family all the time, they are always in thought and close at heart. Thank you coach to some it may just be a shirt but to me it is so much more. To the family and friends of my doug he will forever be missed and will never be forgotten. Love, Sheila
anonymous
October 20, 2009
I didn't know him, but I feel terrible for your loss.
Your family is in my prayers.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
October 14, 2009
Dear Terri:
I am so sorry for your loss - words are completely inadequate. I have been praying for Jonny and for you for the past couple of months, as mom has kept me updated through Juanita Hutsell.
While I never met Jonny, I have heard much about the impact that his beautiful life has had on those around him, especially the kids at Birdville High.
I will continue to pray for you. May God comfort you in your sorrow.
Teri Agee Marsh
October 14, 2009
Terri,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family.
Kathie Pharis Brown
October 14, 2009
Thank you for sharing your wonderful son ,Jonathan, with my daughter Ashlee Green. From the first day she was his nurse she was touched by his incredible faith and love for the Lord. Everyday she would share news about Jonathan and I could tell her bond with him was instant. Through his remarkable life so many have been blessed. I can't wait to meet him in heaven one day! You and your family will forever be in my prayers.
May the Lord bless and keep you in His loving care.
Debi Green
Ronnie Dickens
October 13, 2009
Very sorry to hear about Jonathon's sickness, but he is all right now. He was a great young kid in Stephenville and he loved people. He touched the lives of a lot of people and was like his Dad. Courage like that is uncommon these days. God Bless this great family.
Kate Marshall
October 13, 2009
Dear Baggett family,
My condolences are with you. I thought of jon as my hero. He was the one person i trully believed when he told me "everything would be okay." and it was.
When i was at camp over the summer, i was confused when i couldnt find him. Then someone told me about his illness. I didnt want to believe it.
Later that week, this little boy we called "Big P" told his "story" about how Jon had helped him play basket ball, and it made me think of jon even more as a hero.
Jon, i will miss you so much. you are always going to be in my heart.
I love you All.
--Kate marshall
October 12, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss and will always remember Jon and the Baggett family's years here in Ballinger.
Love,
Max & Patty Long (Susan, Sarah, & Megan)--Mother's Day Out and school friends
October 12, 2009
WE ARE KEEPING YOUR FAMILY IN OUR PRAYERS DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME IN YOUR LIVES. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
TAP AND WAVAH
Caring Neighbor
October 12, 2009
To the Baggett Family,
Please accept my deepest symphaties for the loss of your loved one. In the time that Jonathan was here on Earth, he touched many people's lives. His strength and courage showed not only the young but also the old how a true life should be lived. It is not the number of years of life but the number of lives that are touched in that period. Please know, that your family will continue to stay in my thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks and months. His story and legacy will be remembered.
Jana Yarbrough
October 12, 2009
I didn't know Jonathan, but I wanted to take the time to tell the family that I am very sorry for your loss. My heart just breaks for everyone that loved him. I realize that the pain is probably too great right now to understand the loss, but I will be praying for the family to find some peace during this difficult time.
Jay, Denise, Stewart and Liam Rhodes
October 12, 2009
To the Baggett Family:
So many of us with the Birdville family have been touched by Johnny's story. With all assurance, I can affirm to you that so precious many of us have grown deeper in our faith and know the Lord with more intimacy through your son's heroic battle. Find comfort in knowing that legions of angels are welcoming this child home and so is Jesus the Christ who knows him by first name. Be certain of it that Johnny will not ever be forgotten; be certain that so countless many saw Johnny for the very Christ-like example he lived. "We are so defined by our love for one another; love knows no limits." With very tender and respectful condolences.
Sharon Balthrop
October 12, 2009
Jon wanted to be a minister, what a success. Through the media covering this young man’s life and death the entire Dallas / Fort Worth metroplex has been told how to live: “Trust the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your way acknowledge Him and He will direct your path.” “Fight the good fight, finish the race, keep the faith.” Most ministers live their entire live and never reach such a large audience.
I am sorry for your loss, but am thankful to have been one of the thousands who never met Jon but have been touched by his ministry.
October 12, 2009
We will miss having you on our 92FC Storm Soccer team. Jonathan was a reason why our defense was so good! He was quiet, strong and dominate. We will miss you and keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Rodriguez Family
Rudy 92 Boys Team Manager
Jonathon (Jon-Jon) #16 RT Defense
Greg and Nova Johnson
October 12, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Jonathan. May God grant the family His love,peace, and comfort during this time. Take care.
Mike and Vicki Askew
October 12, 2009
Robin, Teresa, Joann and family,
Our love and prayers are with you. Jonathan touched so many lives in 17 years. We pray that God will wrap his arms around you and comfort you.
With love,
Cyndy Millican
October 12, 2009
I did not know this family but, my heart breaks for them. I just lost a brother Aug 12th to cancer so I know the pain they are feeling. I also know the joy because, my brother is pain free now & happier then he has ever been. My thought's & prayer's are with you all.
Rhonda
October 12, 2009
Please know that I am thinking and praying for all of you.
Anderson Family
October 12, 2009
Nature
As a fond mother, when the day is o'er,
Leads by the hand her little child to bed,
Half willing, half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the floor,
Still gazing at them through the open door,
Nor wholly reassured and comforted
By promises of others in their stead,
Which, though more splendid, may not please him more;
So Nature deals with us, and takes away
Our playthings one by one, and by the hand
Leads us to rest so gently, that we go
Scarce knowing if we wish to go or stay,
Being too full of sleep to understand
How far the unknown transcends the what we know.
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The Poetry Foundation
Our deepest sympathies to all. Jonanthan was such a great person to all. He will be missed by all his friends.
Sincerely,
The Anderson Family,
Chris, Sarah, friend Cole, Zach and Adele
Dominic Lorenz
October 12, 2009
Jonathan it was a joy to have you at Richland Middle your 8th grade year. You led by example and put your team first above all other individual acts.
Thank you for being the example that all should follow. You will be missed!
John 14:6 "I am the way, the truth, and life. No one comes to the Father except through Me."
Coach Lorenz
Showing 1 - 22 of 22 results
Make a Donation
in Jonathan Baggett's name
Memorial Events
for Jonathan Baggett
How to support Jonathan's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Jonathan Baggett's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
