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BORN
1988
DIED
2007
Tanner Mayo Obituary
Funeral: 1:30 p.m. Friday in Greenwood Chapel. Interment: Greenwood Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Greenwood Funeral Home.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Aledo High School Golf Fund or the Aledo Christian School in Tanner Mayo's name.
Tanner was born in Fort Worth to Stacey and Jim Mayo on March 29, 1988. He attended Mansfield schools until the sixth grade and then transferred to Aledo, where he graduated in 2006. He had been an avid golfer since the age of 2. His grandfather, Larry "aka PaPa" Baker, was his coach until Tanner started beating him at the game at 14 years old. Tanner competed in his first tournament at the age of 9 in the 40th flight of the Fort Worth City Boys Championship and took first place. He took first place again in 2003, in the fifth flight and then placed second in the championship flight in 2006. Also that same year he shot a 68 at River Crest golf course and won the NTPGA Masters Tournament. Tanner was a member of the NTPGA, the Young Guns Junior Association and the American Junior Golf Association until the age of 18. He then turned his goal to competing at the college level at Western Texas College, where he received a golf scholarship. Tanner joined the College Players Tour in the summer of 2007, taking second place at one tournament and posting good scores in two other tournaments, then receiving a invitation to the CPT champions tournament. Tanner enrolled at Weatherford College to improve his studies and to be able to work part time at Crown Valley Golf Course. Tanner had planned to become a club professional, so that he could teach the game his so dearly loved. Tanner was a regular at Split Rail, Crown Valley, Mira Vista, Shady Oaks and Live Oak golf courses. Tanner never met a stranger and would play with anyone, young or old. He was a beloved son, grandson and brother. Cade always told everyone he met about his big brother and how he was going to grow up to be as tall as his Tanner.
Tanner was preceded in death by his stepfather, John Murphy, and grandfather, James Mayo.
Survivors: Mother, Stacey Murphy of Aledo; father, Jim Mayo and wife, Lisa, of Azle; brother, Cade Murphy of Aledo; sister, Jamie Mayo of Azle; stepsisters, Lacey Nabers and Jeri Casey of Azle; grandparents, Larry and Carol Baker of Aledo and JoAnn Mayo of Azle; uncles, Larry Baker and wife, Elizabeth of Aledo and Frank Mayo of Azle; aunts, Shelley Henderson of Concord, N.C., Rosemary Lawson of Azle and Terri Smith and husband, Jerry of Saginaw; cousins, Ashley Baker of Aledo, Michael Bukowski of San Diego, Calif., Jessica Carter of Azle, Jason Henderson, Misty Henderson and Rachel Henderson, all of Concord, N.C., and Maddie Smith of Saginaw; and several more great-aunts, uncles and cousins.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tanner Mayo
Sponsored by Tanner's Mom.
Carol Baker
October 25, 2024
Sometimes I just have to close my eyes and hug you, even if it´s only in my mind, we miss you more as time goes on, Love You my dear sweet grandson, we will see you again , Memaw & Papa
Carol Baker
October 25, 2023
It´s been 16 long yrs since I´ve seen your sweet face and heard your voice time never gets easy we miss you so much my sweet baby and our hearts are so forever broken, papa and I love you so much
Carol Baker
October 25, 2021
Your Papa & I miss you so much it hurts,, our lives will never be complete with you not here with us,,
Love you our precious Tanner,,
We will be with you one day
Carol Baker
October 25, 2020
Time has not made this any easier, my precious Tanner my heart aches for you, we miss you so much,, We love you our dear grandson with all that’s in us, life without you is unbearable, Rest In Peace my sweet baby
You are our sunshine
Memaw & Papa
Carol Baker
October 25, 2019
Love you my sweet Tanner
Carol Baker
October 25, 2019
Oh how I miss you my sweet grandson, Tanner,, not a day goes by that I dont miss you,, its gets harder each day, the hurt never goes away
Carol Memaw Baker
March 29, 2018
Happy Birthday to my sweet Tanner,, we all still grief for you my angel,, I miss you everyday, just waiting to see you again my angel
Carol Baker
September 24, 2017
My darling grandson loving you and missing you my heart aches for you, I wonder how we get thru the days without you, you are and always will be my first born grandson and will be my number one special sweetheart forever,, our tears will never stop loving
you, your Memaw & Papa
Carol Baker
March 30, 2016
Missing you so much on your Birthday our sweet dear Tanner, you are always in our hearts and we think about you everyday, our love for you grows more and more everyday, Happy Birthday my dear Tanner, our love is forever, Memaw and Papa
Alexandria Telgenhoff
February 18, 2016
I am so sorry Cafe reading this made me cry not knowing how hard it is to lose someone that close to your heart.
Carol Baker
January 13, 2016
I miss you my sweet boy,, your smile and your laugh is hard not to see or hear ,, how I ache to give you hugs and kisses,, your papa and I be with you in heaven one day, until then just know we love and miss you so much my angel
Carol Baker
October 27, 2014
Loving you so much our dear sweet boy, life without you is very hard, holding on till your Papa and I will see you again,,
LOVE YOU, NOW & FOREVER
MEMAW & PAPA
Carol Baker
October 3, 2014
My precious grandson, my heart aches for you everyday, miss you so much, our lives without you is unbearable, your Papa & I keep on going through this life for you, so that we are here for your brother Cade, we love you so much our sweet Tanner, until we are together again, I keep you in my heart & soul.
Love you, Memaw & Papa
October 24, 2013
Stacey, Carol, Larry and Cade
Our family has never been the same, since your sweet boy went away, miss and think about him everyday.
A hole has been left in our hearts.
There is a saying that you never know how strong you are till being strong is the only choice you have.
Love you all very much!
Lois
CAROL BAKER
October 23, 2013
SO HARD TO BELIVE ITS BEEN 6 YRS SINCE IVE GOT TO GIVE YOU HUGS AND KISSES AND TO HEAR THAT SWWET VOICE OF YOURS.
IT BROKE MY HEART TO LOSE SUCH A SWEET AND LOVING GRANDSON, A PART OF YOUR PAPA AND I WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU, OUR GREIF IS CONSTANT AND NEVER ENDING.
TANNER YOU ARE THE SUNSHINE OF OUR LIVES, JUST KNOW SWEET BOY THAT WE WILL BE WITH YOU AGAIN.
WE LOVE YOU, OUR TANNER
Carol Baker
October 25, 2012
My sweet sweet baby, my heart aches for you everyday, being without you gets harder everyday, Papa and I Love you so much. Cade is growing so fast, you would be so totally proud of him, your Mom is doing everything she can to make Cade a happy little boy, she tells him about you a lot. We all Love you dearly, you are truly our angel above. LoveYou
Always Memaw
Justin Perkins
March 29, 2011
I miss you, Tanner. Happy Birthday my friend
Carol Baker
March 29, 2011
Today is your Birthday my dear sweet boy, you are so missed that the time that passes is hard for all of us, we love you so much.
Just when you feel their are no more tears left and the river is dry, so the pains hits you again like a boulder onto your chest. Years pass and you've found a small place in your heart and you've tucked the pain away, but on a long quiet journey it occupies your thoughts and there is still pain. No matter how many years pass the death of a loved one is always grieved.
CAROL BAKER
December 26, 2010
TANNER, MY BABY, LIFE WITHOUT YOU IS STILL SO HARD, OUR HEARTS ACHE FOR YOU EVERYDAY.NOW ANOTHER CHRISTMAS HAS COME AND GONE,WE HAVE DONE OUR BEST TO KEEP CHRISTMAS HAPPY FOR YOUR LITTLE BROTHER CADE,HE MISSES YOU SO MUCH, TALKS ABOUT YOU ALOT,HE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU, CADE LOVES YOU SO MUCH,JUST LIKE THE REST OF US. LOVE YOU MY DEAR SWEET BOY. GOD IN HEAVEN KEEP OUR SWEET ANGEL TANNER CLOSE TO YOU, UNTIL WE CAN BE WITH HIM AGAIN.
LOVE YOU,TANNER
carol baker
October 27, 2010
Tanner, it has been three years now since I,ve got to hold you and give you big hugs and kisses oh how your papa and I miss your sweet smile and charm.
Our hearts are still broken and hurt everyday that your not with us, my sweet baby watch over us, for we all here struggle everyday without you.
Cheryl, has come to join you I know you will watch over her, just like you are watching us here. Love you, baby
Memaw and Papa
Frann Strittmatter
October 26, 2010
Tanner, we can not believe that tomorrow has been three years since you have been gone from us. We have missed you so much. Now our precious Cheryl joined you on 10-14-10. Our lives and those of your family have changed forever with the loss of our babies. Please take care of her...you both are loved so much
CAROL BAKER
March 29, 2010
TO OUR BABY, TANNER WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH
CAROL BAKER
March 28, 2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, OUR DEAR SWEET Angel
TANNER, WE LOVE YOU
MEMAW AND PAPA
CAROL BAKER
March 28, 2010
MY DARLING TANNER, TOMORROW IS YOUR BIRTHDAY, YOU WILL BE 22 YEARS OLD AND I KNOW THAT YOU COULD AND WOULD HAVE BEEN A SUCESSFUL GOLFER AND PLAYING GOLF ALL OVER, WITH YOUR PAPA CARRYING YOUR BAG. BUT AS IT IS THIS IS A DREAM THAT WE KNOW AND SEE EVERYDAY THAT PAPA AND I THINK OF YOU.
BABY WE MISS YOU SO MUCH, STILL HURTS EVERYDAY, DOESN'T GET ANY BETTER AS TIME GOES ON, ONE DAY THOUGH YOUR PAPA AND I WILL BE THERE IN HEAVEN WITH YOU, OUR DEAR SWEET BABY.
LOVE YOU MORE AS EACH DAY PASSES BY, MAY GOD BE WITH YOU.
LOVE YOU, SO MUCH
MEMAW AND PAPA
CAROL BAKER
December 27, 2009
ANOTHER CHRISTMAS HAS COME AND GONE WITHOUT YOU MY DEAR SWEET BABY, HOW VERY HARD IT IS TO CLEBRATE SOMETHING THAT DOESN'T HAVE MUCH JOY FOR YOUR PAPA AND I.
WE ARE TRYING REAL HARD TO BRING HAPPINESS TO YOUR BABY BROTHER CADE AND TO YOUR MOM, BUT WHEN PAPA AND I ARE ALONE WITH OUR THOUGHTS ALL WE CAN DO IS THINK ABOUT THE SADNESS OF LOSING YOU AND NOT HAVING YOU WITH US ALL.
WE THINK OF YOU EVERYDAY AND MISS YOUR SWEET SMILE THAT WE LONG TO SEE.
MERRY CHRISTMAS, MY PRECIOUS GRANDSON, LOVE YOU ALWAYS.
LOVE YOU,BABY
MEMAW
CAROL BAKER
November 12, 2009
IF TEARS THAT I CRY FOR YOU, I WOULD BUILD A STAIRWAY AND MEMORIES A LANE I'D WALK RIGHT UP TO HEAVEN AND BRING YOU HOME AGAIN TO ME.
LOVE YOU, BABY
MEMAW
Uncle Bubba & Aunt Elizabeth
October 27, 2009
Dear Tanner,
We miss you so much!!! We all have you in our minds and hearts forever, baby it has been two years now and it seems that this empty space gets bigger and bigger by the day.
Uncle Bubba and me we are sending your mom, little Cade, your dad, memaw & papa a little thought that certainly has brought some closure to us because GOD HAS PROMISED – He will bring all of us together someday, we can’t wait to see you and John again!!
Love you,
Uncle Bubba and Elizabeth
- - - - - - -
IF YOU ONLY COULD SEE …
I know you're feeling sad today because I had to go.
I know you have so many things that remind you of me so.
And though you cry as you recall the times you spent with me.
I know your pain would turn to joy if only you could see.
I'm in Heaven with Jesus now.
We laugh, we sing, we play.
He holds me gently in His arms.
I know no pain today.
And though we're apart for a little while, Jesus has promised me
He'll someday bring you here where we'll live for eternity...
October 27, 2009
STACEY, CADE, LARRY & CAROL
TODAY AND EVERYDAY IS SUCH A DIFFICULT DAY..TWO YEARS HAVE PASSED SINCE TANNER'S LIFE WAS CUT SHORT TOO SOON.
TANNER WAS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL PERSON BOTH INSIDE AND OUT. IT IS STILL HARD TO BELIEVE THAT HE IS GONE. WE MISS YOU TANNER. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED...AND LOVED.
STACEY, CADE , LARRY & CAROL...OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AND LOVE ARE WITH YOU ALL TODAY.
LOVE,
LOIS & LEE ROY ....FORT WORTH
CAROL BAKER
October 23, 2009
MY PRECIOUS TANNER, IT IS NOW 2 YRS SINCE YOU HAVE GONE TO BE WITH GOD IN HEAVEN, MY LOVE FOR YOU TRAVELS TO YOU DEAR SWEET ANGEL IN HEAVEN, BUT AS MY LOVE FOR YOU TRAVELS TO HEAVEN MY HEART STILL ACHES TO HOLD AND TOUCH YOU WITH HUGS AND KISSES. MY HEART WILL ALWAYS BE BROKEN AND CAN NEVER BE FIXED.
YOUR PAPA MISSES YOU SO MUCH HIS HEART BREAKS AND HURTS FOR THE LONGING OF HEARING YOUR VOICE AND SEEING YOUR SWEET SMILE.
YOUR MOM IS HOLDING UP VERY STRONG, BEING THERE FOR YOUR LITTLE BROTHER, BUT WHEN NO ONE NOTICES I SEE THE PAIN IN YOUR MOMS EYES.
CADE IS DOING WELL, HE MISSES HIS BIG BROTHER, TALKS ABOUT YOU A LOT, WE ALL KEEP HIM BUSY, BUT EVERY ONCE IN AWHILE I SEE SOME OF YOU IN HIM.
MAY GOD KEEP YOU AND KEEP YOU IN OUR HEARTS FORVEVER.
ALL OF YOUR FAMILY LOVES YOU SO MUCH.
YOU ARE OUR SWEET ANGEL NOW AND FOREVER.
MEMAW & PAPA
WE LOVE YOU FOREVER
CAROL BAKER
March 29, 2009
MY SWEET ANGEL, TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY DEAR TANNER, AND OUR HEARTS ARE FOREVER SAD AND BROKEN, WE ARE ALL STILL HURTING NOT HAVING YOU HERE WITH US. HOW I LONG TO TOUCH YOU AND FEEL YOUR EMBRACE, FROM YOUR SWEET BIG BEAR HUGS.
PAPA IS STILL SO SAD AND LOST WITHOUT HIS TMAN.
WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH, MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN HIS HEART AND FOREVER IN THE HEARTS AND SOULS OF EVERYONE YOU LOVED SO MUCH.
YOU ARE A VERY SPECIAL AND SWEET ANGEL.
DEAR GOD IN HEAVEN KEEP TANNER CLOSE TO YOU , UNTIL WE CAN BE WITH HIM AGAIN. AMEN
MEMAW & PAPA
ALWAYS LOVE YOU FOREVER
CAROL BAKER
December 25, 2008
MERRY CHRISTMAS MY DEAR SWEET ANGEL, CHRISTMAS WITHOUT YOU IS NOT THE SAME, A VERY HARD DAY AND SAD. YOUR PAPA AND I GET UP AND GO THRU THIS DAY FOR YOUR LITTLE BROTHER CADE, FOR HE MISSES YOU AND HIS DAD SO MUCH, PAPA AND I AND HIS MOM WILL BE HERE FOR HIM BECAUSE WE ALL KNOW THAT IS WHAT YOU WOULD HAVE WANTED.
MINE AND PAPAS LOVE FOR YOU GROWS STRONGER EVERYDAY, WE MISS YOUR QUICK SMILE AND YOUR EASY WAY OF MAKING EVERYONE AROUND YOU LAUGH AND FEEL GOOD, YOU ARE OUR BABY AND ALWAYS WILL BE.
LOVE YOU MORE THAN EVER OUR LOVES KEEPS GROWING.
DEAR GOD IN HEAVEN, KEEP YOUR ARMS WRAPED AROUND OUR TANNER FOR US TILL WE CAN ALL BE WITH HIM IN HEAVEN, IN JESUS CHRIST NAME, AMEN.
MEMAW AND PAPA
LOVE YOU ALWAYS
Jeri Casey
December 17, 2008
Tanner,
i really wish people could read more about you. Yes, you were an amazing golfer, but you were also an amazing brother. We loved you very much; My mom, Lacey, me, and Jamie. Your Dad is trying very hard to handle this, but you can tell how sad he is. I just want every one to know that we love you for who you were, not just what you did. I Love You Tanner, we all do.
Rebekah Ferguson
November 13, 2008
Tanner,
A year has already gone by...and words can't explain how much your family and friends miss and love you. So many days when im down I wish I could go back to freshman year in english and see your smile and to just talk and listen to your advice. And how I wish we talked more and High School went on I know we may not have been as good as friends as we were as freshman but I know you were there If I needed help. We love and miss you Tanner.
Bekah
Uncle Bubba & Aunt Elizabeth
October 29, 2008
Dear Tanner,
Life without you has been a total change and actually unbearable adjustment for all of us; honestly, it has been VERY HARD to find peace in our hearts. We can’t believe that it has been a year that God took you with Him to heaven.
All we can say is that without God’s help, your Mom’s strength, your Papa and Memaw’s love, family & friends support we all wouldn’t be able to go through this time.
WE MISS YOU VERY MUCH !
Not having you around and not being able to give you a hug or give you a call and hear your voice is terrible, all we have is just pictures and trophies, but that is just memories that won’t ever be enough for us until we get to see you in heaven.
So many changes that we wish you could enjoy them, specially seeing your little brother grow and try to be a Big boy that can help anybody with hard work.. and hear the… “I can do it” and his Spanish …“no comprende” it is hilarious!!
Baby, your Mom continues to look beautiful as always, strong as a Rock and with her Big heart, your little brother is very smart and as loving as you, we know he will get to be as handsome as you. We keep learning from Papa’s guidance, Memaw keeps loving all of us, Ashley has graduated!! Your uncle Bubba and I will continue to be here for all of them including your Dad and help them in any way possible.
We will always have YOU in our minds and hearts; we will keep visiting you & John and we pray to God to keep you guys ready until we get to see you again.
Love you,
Darlene Davenport
October 28, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Baker:
The love that you have for Tanner is so evident in what you write to him; it brings tears to my eyes everytime I read your entry. Your enteries remind me of the relationship that my mother has with my 10 year old daughter. My heart really breaks for your loss and you will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
Stacey & Cade:
I want you to know that you remain in my thoughts and prayers every day. My heart still breaks for you and your losses over the past year. May you continue to become stronger as the days pass and always treasure your wonderful memories of times shared.
CAROL BAKER
October 26, 2008
TO OUR TANNER,
THIS HAS BEEN THE HARDEST YEAR OF OUR LIVES, WITHOUT YOU IT IS SO EMPTY. HOW WE ACHE TO HOLD YOU IN OUR ARMS, HOW WE MISS YOUR SWEET SMILE AND PRESCENCE, YOU SHOWED US EVERYDAY HOW MUCH YOU LOVED US.
YOUR PAPA AND I ARE DOING OUR BEST TO HELP YOUR MOM AND LITTLE BROTHER CADE.
CADE MISSES YOU SO MUCH, HE TALKS ABOUT HIS BIG BROTHER ALL THE TIME, HOW MUCH HE WANTS TO BE TALL JUST LIKE TANNER. BABY, YOU ARE IN OUR HEARTS EVERYDAY IT IS A STRUGGLE TO GET THROUGH THESE DAYS, BUT WE KNOW YOU WOULD WANT US TO BE HERE TO HELP YOUR MOM AND CADE.
YOU ARE OUR ANGEL IN HEAVEN WHO WILL BE WITH US IN OUR HEART AND SOULS FOREVER. MY LOVE FOR YOU KEEPS ON GROWING.
LOVE YOU SO MUCH, MEMAW
TO MY TANNER,
HOW I MISS YOU, YOUR KINDNESS, YOUR EASY SMILE. THE WAY YOU PLAYED WITH YOUR HAIR, OUR CONVERSATIONS ABOUT WHO WAS AND IS THE GREATESS PLAYERS OF GOLF. I REMEMBER OUR TALKS ABOUT FOOTBALL, I'LL NEVER FORGET THE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL GAMES WE ATTENDED.
T-MAN, I WILL LOVE YOU AS LONG AS I LIVE, I STILL THINK ABOUT YOUR GOLF GAMES AND THAT SWEET AND PERFECT GOLF SWING OF YOURS, I'LL ALWAYS TALK TO YOU ABOUT YOUR GOLF GAME FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE.
WITH YOU IN MY HEART FORVEVER.
YOUR LOVING PAPA
P.S. I HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN SOON.
TO STACEY,
DAD AND I LOVE YOU SO MUCH, THIS YEAR HAS BEEN VERY HARD ON YOU, BUT YOU HAVE SHOWN US YOUR STRENGTH.
WE WILL ALWAYS BE HERE FOR YOU AND CADE.
LOVE MOM AND DAD
GOD, WHOSE WAYS ARE BEYOND UNDERSTANDING, PLEASE LISTEN TO THE PRAYERS OF OUR FAMILY WHO IS WEIGHED DOWN BY GRIEF AT THE LOSS OF OUR BELOVED TANNER.
MAY WE FIND REASSURANCE OF YOUR GOODNESS IN JESUS CHRIST,
AMEN
LOIS ZAHRADNIK
September 13, 2008
LARRY, & CAROL
IT HARDLY SEEMS POSSIBLE THAT TANNER IS NOT HERE WITH US. WE MISS HIM SO MUCH! SADLY, OUR FAMILIES HAVE BEEN FOREVER CHANGED, BUT WE CAN TAKE COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT WE WILL ALL BE TOGETHER AGAIN ONE DAY.
LOVE
LOIS & LEE ROY
Hank & Frann Strittmatter
August 28, 2008
Dear Stacey, Cade, Jim, Larry, Carol, and Family...May God Bless & Keep you all...we love you.
Dear Tanner;
This was so hard to write. We will forever miss you and have a hole in our hearts. We take comfort that you are with God in Heaven; and we will always remember you infectious smile, your great hugs, your loving ways, your kindness, respect, & consideration of others, your selflessness, your free spirit, your golfing talent, and the wonderful young man that we loved as our own. You made such an impact on this world in your short life...you were the Best!!
You & John be with and watch over those who loved you both and miss you both so deeply.
Love always, Hank & Frann
CAROL BAKER
March 30, 2008
TANNER WE LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH, YESTERDAY WAS YOUR BIRTHDAY, IT WAS NOT A HAPPY DAY FOR YOUR PAPA AND I, WE STRUGGLE DAILY JUST TO GET THRU THE DAYS WITHOUT YOU.
LOVE YOU PAPA AND MEMAW
CAROL BAKER
March 29, 2008
MY DARLING, TANNER, TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY AND YOUR NOT HERE TO BE WITH US, YOU ARE WITH GOD.
PAPA AND I ARE STRUGGLING EVERYDAY WITHOUT YOU IN OUR LIVES, LIFE AS WE KNEW IT IS OVER, WITHOUT YOU.
YOU ARE OUR SUNSHINE AND PRIDE, WE PRAY TO GOD EVERYDAY THAT HE KEEPS YOU CLOSE TO HIS HEART, UNTIL YOUR PAPA AND I CAN BE WITH YOU IN HEAVEN.
WE BOTH MISS YOU SO MUCH, WE ACHE TO HOLD YOU, THERE IS A HOLE IN OUR HEARTS WITHOUT YOU.
WE LOVE YOU MORE EACH DAY.
DEAR GOD IN HEAVEN: [PLEASE HOLD OUR TANNER CLOSE TO YOU UNTIL HIS PAPA AND MEMAW CAN BE WITH HIM AND YOU IN HEAVEN, IN JESUS CHRIST NAME} AMEN
Tracey Collinsworth
January 26, 2008
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 1998-2008
Lacey Nabers
December 5, 2007
November 14, 2007
Mom and dad,
Things are very difficult right now. This is the hardest thing. I still just expect to see him drop by to come see us. i keep waiting for him to come over and get taller every time i see him. i keep waiting to hear his truck. i was so jealous of that truck!! but he never minded taking me and the girls anywhere in it. Numerous trips to blockbuster!! he was so good to us. i miss my big brother. he was an amazing person. jim, you had a wonderful son. this is going to take a lot of time, but we will make it through. im here for you and i love you both so much.
Stephanie Parker-Gregory
November 29, 2007
Stacy and Cade, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss, please keep God in your heart and remember John and Tanner are together and taking care of each other and watching over you both.
Nancy Moran
November 19, 2007
To the parents of Tanner
I just got to know Tanner not that long ago but the time i had with him, was nothing but smiles. He was a very good firend and He will be missed. I have lost my son father in march he was only 19. I know what your all going through and if i knew you all i would be the one who help you through this hard time. But all i can do is keep you in my prayers! God bless you all and may he help you through this hard time. To tanner i will always remember you playing pool with that big smile on your face...may you watch over us and know that we miss you!
Lacey Nabers
November 14, 2007
Mom and dad,
Things are very difficult right now. This is the hardest thing. I still just expect to see him drop by to come see us. i keep waiting for him to come over and get taller every time i see him. i keep waiting to hear his truck. i was so jealous of that truck!! but he never minded taking me and the girls anywhere in it. Numerous trips to blockbuster!! he was so good to us. i miss my big brother. he was an amazing person. jim, you had a wonderful son. this is going to take a lot of time, but we will make it through. im here for you and i love you both so much.
Kathy Reynolds
November 9, 2007
Dear Stacey Murphy,
I have never met you or your son. But every since I read about about your tragic lost of your husband and son my thoughts and prayers have been with you and your family. I wish I had the words to easy your pain and take away the emptiness but I can not. I just hope you can find comfort in your friends, family and even strangers during this difficult time. Just try to take it a minute at a time. I hope God comfort you and put peace back in your heart soon. Please take care and God bless you.
Gay Berkovsky
November 9, 2007
Dear Stacey, Cade, Larry, Carol and Family:
I wanted you to know that the community of Aledo is grieving with you all. I've been approached by many people who didn't know Tanner personally, but knew that he and Austin played golf together for years. They have told me how very sorry they are and that they are thinking and praying for your family. I also continue to do so for you all daily. I just wanted you to all know that the family of Aledo is grieving with you. May God wrap you in his comfort as only He can do. May your faith get you through this difficult time.
marty engelhart
November 7, 2007
Stacey,Cade,Larry and Carol,our hearts go out to yall.Tan Tan was a great young man and will be truly missed, but thought of everyday.He will not be alone because we will talk to and of him everyday.Larry please dont blame yourself for this as no one saw it coming it was truly an accident.Tanner was the young man he was because of the great loving family he had.Larry and Carol are the best grand parents anyone could ever have . Our love,Martha and Darren
Chris Dodson
November 7, 2007
God Bless you all. Senior Lineman Oncor
Patti Fangman
November 7, 2007
Hello Stacey & Cade:
I didn't know Tanner but I work at Oncor where John worked. Man has not created any words that can express my sympathy to each of you nor express the loss you two are going through. I believe the pain will never leave you but God & your faith will ease it enough to bear it until you are reunited. Always keep your faith, love and memories by your side.
Lora Thornton
November 7, 2007
My heart goes out to your family. May god be with you to comfort your heart. Stacy stay strong..
Lora Thornton
Oncor Electric Delivery DeSoto Texas
LOIS ZAHRADNIK
November 6, 2007
STACEY, CADE, LARRY & CAROL
TANNER WAS SUCH A WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN,AND HE FILLED THIS FAMILY WITH SUCH PRIDE, AS WE ALL ADMIRED HIS TALENT FOR THE GAME OF GOLF HE SO DEARLY LOVED.
TANNER LOVED HIS FAMILY AND WE HAVE IN OUR HEARTS SO MUCH LOVE FOR HIM. WE WILL MISS HIS BEAUTIFUL SMILE AND HIS PRESENCE SO MUCH!
GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
LOVE, AUNT LOLO AND UNCLE LEE ROY
Samantha Davis
November 6, 2007
Tanner, I hope that you are finding peace wherever you are and please know that your presence will always be missed in your family. I didn't see you much as a young man, but you were such a beautiful little boy. God bless you.
Larry, Carol, Stacey, Cade & family: I love all of you so much and thinking about your loss is with me all the time. I have no words of comfort for Tanner's death, but my thoughts and prayers are with you, and myself along with my family are here. God Bless You All. Samantha Davis
Christina Turner
November 5, 2007
Tanner, I wish we would of kept in touch. It would of been great talking about how we grew up together. I thought about you almost everyday. My thoughts and prayers are with your family while they go through this hard time. I miss you.
Tamra Perkins Cole
November 4, 2007
Larry & Sue
My prayers are with you," every moring just ask god to walk with you and keep his hand over you and your family ,and he will lighten your load. What a wonderful feelin to have a grandson that loved yall as much as TANNER did, yall did a good job-now be there for Cade he needs yall now!
Rick and Turee Stewart
November 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow. May God be with you and your memories help heal your broken hearts.
Kathy Hall
November 4, 2007
Dear Stacey, You are in my thoughts every day and in every prayer. I know you are a strong woman, but you have had to face so much. Erinn, Jenny and I are holding you close in our hearts and hoping that peace and healing will come your way soon. You are loved by many people and respected as a woman of strength and your capacity to love. Call on any of us if you need. We love you.
Kathy Hall
Austin Berkovsky
November 4, 2007
Tanner was the best competitor I knew in my four years at Aledo. He was a gentleman and an incredible player, and the countless rounds I've played with him have been a privelage. He was a hard worker and an amazing person on and off the golf course, and I feel fortunate to have been Tanner's teammate. I'm gonna miss you bud...
Rachel (Henderson) Blackwelder
November 3, 2007
To our Uncle Jimmy, Aunt Lisa and Family:
God's promises to you:
"I am your Salvation; trust in Me and do not be afraid. I am your strength and your song."
Isaiah 12:2
"Do not fear for I am with you; do not be dismayed for I am you God. I will stregthen you and help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand."
Isaiah 41:10
God is with you and your family in this time of your great loss, God loves you and we love you very much. You are in our thoughs and prayers. We love you, Shelly, Jason, Misty and family, Rachel and family.
CAROL BAKER
November 3, 2007
TANNER, YOU HAVE BEEN EVERYTHING TO YOUR PAPA AND I,OUR HEARTS ARE FOREVER BROKEN WITHOUT YOU HERE, WE ARE TRYING OUR VERY BEST TO KNOW YOUR ARE IN A BETTER PLACE, YOUR SMILE AND YOUR PRECIOUS FACE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR THOUGHTS.
TO OUR STACEY, YOUR DAD AND I LOVE YOU SO MUCH,THANK YOU FOR LETTING US BE SUCH A BIG PART OF TANNER'S LIFE. WE ARE HERE FOR YOU AND CADE ALWAYS, WE CAN PRAY TO GOD THAT HE KEEPS OUR T-MAN SAFE WITH HIM AND TO HELP YOU, DAD & I HEAL OUR HEARTS FROM THIS GREAT LOSS.
LOVE YOU SO MUCH
MOM & DAD
Bob and Anne Jameson
November 3, 2007
To the Murphys and the Mayos,
We are so saddened to know of your family's loss. We can tell from reading Tanner's obituary that he was a special young man.
We have just lost our 18 year old son, Bradley. It meant so much to us to hear from friends and family. It touched us to hear from people that we did not know, but shared an understanding of the depth of our grief through a similar loss.
Please know that our family is praying for yours. May the support of many provide you with some level of comfort at this very sad time.
chelsey gidcumb
November 2, 2007
stacy and cade,
im sorry for evrything that has happend. but as ashley said t-man is up there playing golf with God. i will continue to pray for you and the family. i love all of yall.
p.s. i love you tanner you are missed so much keep a watch over all of us
Jorge/Gracie Rios
November 2, 2007
Stacey
Our thoughts and prayers are with you ,we are so sorry for your loss. Jorge & Gracie (oncor)
Courtney Xepoleas
November 2, 2007
May the Lord comfort your entire family in this time of need. As a parent of a high school golfer, my heart grieves for you all with such a extreme loss. Tanner's life has made a difference and will in years ahead. Please Lord calm their hearts and bring peace to them in your timing. God Bless you all.
Linda Brown
November 2, 2007
Stacey and Cade,
Know you are never alone, so many share you're grief and heartache.
This poem I wrote in memory of Tanner........May you find comfort.
Linda Brown (Josh's mom)
An ache is in my heart this morning
Emptiness I can't fill
My head tells me just to listen, to let my heart be still
Yet my hurt is so cold and numbing, I can't think, I can't feel.
The hole in my heart is piercing
It cuts through me like a knife
This burden of grief washing over me
Tragedy forever altering my life.
I cry out; "O'Lord, why me, what have I done?"
"Why? What did I do to make you take my precious Son?"
"Why Dear Lord, Why Him, Why was he the one?"
As quiet surrounds me, I hear your calming voice
Gently You remind me, this life lost was not you're choice
You whisper understanding; You say You know the depth of my pain
Urging comfort for my loss, You say You know, you've felt the same.
I cry out for strength, may the Holy Spirit fill my heart
Give me a path toward understanding, at least a place to start
Help me to follow in your steps of compassion, of love and of grace
Take my hand; give me solace as I try to heal in this earthly place.
Turn my tearful eyes toward the heavens, lest I forget eternity
Don't let me be blinded by bitterness that I might not see
The depth of your love, your compassion, you're understanding for me
Keep my face turned toward the Son and be mindful of my plea.
Let me walk in your shadow, help me to heal in memories of time
Give me gentle reminders that which was taken remains always mine
In actions not always spoken help me realize the winks of Holy presence
Believing always and forever, Angels truly live among us......
llb October 2007
Nanette Sullivan
November 2, 2007
Tanner will be so missed! He was a gentleman on and off the golf course. Being on the Aledo Golf Team, Tanner became such a big part of our lives and such an intregral part of the success of the team. We all were blessed because of it. We are grateful for our time with him and treasure those memories. May God confort you in these days to come. And we just know that he is teeing it up in heaven and all ways under par. With much love and sympathy.
Nanette, Jon and Trey Sullivan
Gary Lundgren
November 1, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Rebekah Ferguson
November 1, 2007
Jessica and I went to school w/ Tanner so have know him for awhile. He also had a grin that he would give when he new something that was wrong that would just make your day. Tanner we all Love you and Miss you so very much but know that you are in a better place watching down on us.
Steve & Darlene Davenport
November 1, 2007
Stacey and Family:
You have been through so much the past month and a half and my heart goes out to you; I pray to God to help keep you strong. I know there are no words that can ease the pain you and your entire family is feeling right now. Over time I pray that the memories and good times that you shared will fill the void. Until that day comes, just know that Tanner lives in your hearts and he will always be with you. With our deepest sympathies.
Jay, Steve, Hayden and Preston Bartley
November 1, 2007
Stacey and Cade, God will keep Tanner in his loving arms and keep him safe. I pray that he will ease your pain and bless you with the courage to live life to the fullest. Tanner was a very talented and kind young man. My sons, Hayden and Preston, played a lot of golf with Tanner last summer. They were fortunate to gain some of his valuable experience, wisdom, and knowledge. Hayden also was blessed by working with Tanner at Crown Valley and admired him. We will all miss your precious child very much. You and your family will forever be in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you always.
Cindy Brown
November 1, 2007
My Sarah Beth graduated with Tanner. They became the best of friends. He spent many of times in my home. I loved when he came to visit. He always made us laugh and he was such a wonderful person. May God comfort his family and his friends, for they have lost much. My love to Tan-Tan as Sarah always called him. We will miss him dearly.
Wayne, Melissa, Samantha, & Amanda Craig
November 1, 2007
Stacey from you ole neighborhood friends we remember Tanner always walking around with a golf club in his hands, I know you had to be proud of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know our hevenly father has his arms wrapped around you and Cade since Dad and Brother are in his presences.
Kathy McCain
November 1, 2007
Stacey, there are times that it seems like no words can ease pain and heartache likes yours. At those times, it is only our God who can bring comfort to those who mourn. My prayer is that God will draw you close to Him that He will give you sweet, personal messages from His heart to yours that will assure you that John and Tanner are in His hands. It will be only a moment in John and Tanner's eyes before they will be reunited with you. Time for you will seem an eternity. God has promised to carry you and cover you with His grace and a peace that will pass all understanding. Please know that you will be in the prayers of so many. Kathy (Amber's Mom)
Rhonda Rockey Thompson
November 1, 2007
Jim and Lisa, My heart breaks for you and your entire family. I haven't met Tanner but by reading about him I realize that he is a great, tallented person. This will be the most painful time in your lives and I cannot express enough sympathy for your loss. No one can ever prepare for a tragedy such as this. I am so sorry!
Mike & Missy Perkins
October 31, 2007
Stacey, I am so sorry for you loss. Tanner was a very talented youg man and will be missed greatly. He brought great joy to my sons life, and Justin loved him like a brother. My heart goes out to you and Cade.
Renee - Oncor
October 31, 2007
Stacey and family,
Please take comfort in knowing that there are many of your Oncor family members sending up prayers for each of you during this difficult time.
June Hill
October 31, 2007
Stacey,
Although I have never personally known you, I have "known" you through your dear friend Becky Bethel. She has talked about your friendship many times and I know that she is grieving with you. I can only offer my condolences - I pray that God grants you the strength, courage, determination, and faith that you must have to bear these tragedies in your life.
Larry and Tammy Odom
October 31, 2007
Jim and Lisa,
We just wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Fort Worth Junior Golf Association
October 31, 2007
We enjoyed Tanner when he played in the Fort Worth City Junior Boys Golf Championship. He was always a good sport and conducted himself well during competition. We enjoyed knowing him and send our condolences to his family.
Ann Tucker
October 31, 2007
Stacey and Cade ,
Our thoughts and prayers are
with you two and all who loved Tanner .
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve, Stacey.
Wishing you all comfort in God .
Love,
Steve & Ann Tucker
Marva Larsen
October 31, 2007
I was Tanner's 4th grade teacher at Tarver-Rendon. I remember him being in 4th grade like it was yesterday. I am so sorry for your loss. He looks like he turned out to be a wonderful young man and I am sure you are very proud of him.
PAIGE MCCONATHY
October 31, 2007
MOMMA AND CADE, I DONT KNOW WHERE TO BEGIN....TANNER WAS ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS AND GOT ME THROUGH SOME REALLY HARD TIMES IN MY LIFE. HE BECOME MORE THAN JUST I FRIEND, I LOVE HIM SO MUCH. I MISS HIM SO MUCH! I WILL NEVER FORGET HIM AND THE WAY HE COULD MAKE ME FEEL. HE LOVED YOU BOTH SO MUCH AND HE WILL ALWAYS BE WITH US.
brenda helmer
October 31, 2007
dearest stacey, carol, and larry ... our hearts break for you and yours ... tanner was an awesome young man ... we remember talking him into braces because he was so darn good looking ... we will never forget his stellar smile, his sense of humor, wit and charm, and he will be deeply missed by this office as we consider yall family ... his picture will be affixed to our wall of fame so that we will never forget him ... may the Lord give you comfort and peace during this time and know that JESUS is with you always ... even to the ends of the earth ... you and yours are in our thoughts and prayers ... we love you ... brenda, laura, sonya, mary and oz helmer, d.d.s.
Cheryl (Nicey) and Derrell Martin
October 31, 2007
Stacey,Cade, Larry & Sue:
There are no words to say to any of you at this time, but I want you to know that each of you are in our hearts, prayers and thoughts. Stacey, you are a strong person and you will continue to carry Tanner's heart with you and the talent your wonderful son had by always making people laugh, I love you.
Larry and Sue: I am so sorry for your loss as I know he was not only a grandson to yall but Larry's best friend. There are no words for any of you at this time to take away the pain, but to know that Tanner was a wonderful person that people adored and that alone is something to be proud of. I will never forget the last time I saw Tanner how he made all of us laugh. Again, you are each in my heart and prayers. I love yall.
Kathryn Oestricher
October 31, 2007
Stacey and family,
During this difficult time, know that you and yours are in my thoughts and prayers. I know that other old NAWIC friends are thinking about you as well.
May the following passages give you comfort and bring you through this.
Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future and
Romans 8:28: And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him,who have been called according to his purpose.
Sue Kennedy
October 31, 2007
Jim and Lisa,
All of Tanner's loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss.
Casey Ross
October 31, 2007
We have all been blessed to know such a great guy. I'll never forget the time Tanner's 8th grade science teacher insisted that he was a clone of George Clooney, what a compliment!! :) My thoughts and prayers continue to be with Tanner's family and friends.
Roger Williams
October 31, 2007
Dear Stacey, Larry , Carol, and Cade, and to all those who where a part of Tanner's wonderful world. As you mourn the loss of this beautiful child of God's, may he always always shine bright in your hearts and your memories, may you make him as proud of you as you were of him by continuing to live life the way he would want you to.
To all those that knew him and loved him, may you find peace in the knowledge that he will always live in our hearts and our minds. May God bless you all, and you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Roger Dale and Liz Williams
Mike and Jan Rose
October 31, 2007
Words can not express how sorry we are to hear of your tragic loss.
May you find strength in knowing that "the Will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you". Your all in our thoughts and prayers.
Melinda Bradley
October 30, 2007
Stacey, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Tanner was a wonderful boy, and will be missed by us all. Melinda and Madison Bradley
BUBBA & ELIZABETH BAKER
October 30, 2007
We all are hurting for many reasons, and we ask God to help us through this season of loss. We reach out to You, the Father of compassion and the Source of every comfort, asking You to touch us with Your unfailing love and kindness. Be our God who comforts us as we’re going through our struggles, and bring us through the tough things ahead. Come alongside us in our pain, and strengthen us so we'll one day be able to help others who face the same struggles. (2 Corinthians 1:3–4; Psalm 33:22; 1 Samuel 20:14a)
All our love to you Stacey, Cade, Mom, Dad, Jim and the Mayo family.
And to you our dear Tanner, you will always be in our hearts, we are going to miss you very much, it will be so hard to have a life without your presence, you were always an example of love and care for all of us. We will make sure to take care of your Mom and your little brother.
LOVE YOU BABY!
JERRY AND BARBARA CLARK
October 30, 2007
Our thoughts are with you. May God
add his lasting blessings and comfort to you during this difficult time.
God bless and keep you all.
We love you.
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