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Todd
December 21, 2024
I miss brett so much and hanging out and his stories!
Amy E LaCorte
August 21, 2022
Thinking of you.
I miss you.
I miss having our Family complete.
It's never easy, remembering this day.
I love you, little Brother.
Roberta Lacorte
August 20, 2020
My precious baby boy Brett. You are healed and the fight is over and every day with Jesus is sweeter then the day before. Keep watch over us. I love you so very much.
Forever....your mom
Bonnie Weirich
August 21, 2015
We miss you so much, Brett. Life is not the same without you, my darling cousin.
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Roberta LaCorte
August 21, 2015
My baby boy. I have been remembering you all week and crying every morning. I see your face and feel your love and am lost without you. It will be seven years this Sunday that you died so tragically. I keep it in my memory but try not to recall that day. Gods grace is my strength and the family I have to keep on living for. You always knew how much I loved you. Your dad did too. I will be saluting you on Sunday. Send me a smile!! Let me hear your voice!! I am your mother. So proud of you. I'll always carry your love for me deep in my heart. Everyone misses you. Tell dad hello and my Dougie too!! Leslie is running for Mayor of Whitehall. You are pulling for her too!!
Eleanor Earley
May 31, 2015
Hi Brett. Never had the honor of meeting you personally but knew your mom and dad very well. We were high school classmates. I know you and your dad are having a great time together. Hugs and blessings for both of you and your mom and siblings.
Your words in the Bible touched my heart.. I know you are in Heaven.. Tell Dad Happy Birthday!!
Bertie LaCorte
May 31, 2015
Going thru some of your things..
You and Zack!!
Bertie LaCorte
May 31, 2015
Your Bible from Uncle Chuck
May 31, 2015
Has it been this long since I wrote?? Hard to believe since I think of you a thousand times a day!! I wanted to put a few photos on..
Roberta LaCorte
August 11, 2013
Good morning my son. August 23 is fast approaching. Five years. I cant believe it. We had so many great memories together with family and friends...who to us LaCortes.... are also family. By now you have seen Uncle Carl and Uncle Mike. Im still here, by the Grace of God. I am leaving today to visit the homeland Ciancianna!!! I love it there. I will have lots of time to ponder our times together. I thank God for the love He has given me and the ability to love He blessed me with. The rewards are great. I love you so much......
When I get back it will be football season...great times and memories. Go Bucks!!!
your Mom.
Sherri Carson
May 8, 2013
Hi Brett,
Your Mom and I went to Florida and spent most of the trip at Perry's. I know you were there with us, I could feel your smile in the ocean breeze. We had such a great time.
I will be going home this weekend and helping plant the flowers as they do every year. With each flower I plant I will think of you and your Dad. I will always be so thankful for you bringing our families together and can never put into words what that means to me.
I will give your Mom an extra hug for you!
Thinking about you everyday and missing you!
Love, Shersi
Roberta LaCorte
May 7, 2013
Good morning my dear son.....It is almost Mother's Day. and as I always do I read the card you sent me nine years ago where you wrote a message. starting with .."Mom, I am sorry I cannot be with you on your special day....". I was leaving for Haiti. I always read this as if it were today. I know there are other notes from you but I keep this one in my Bible and it is close to me. Sometimes I feel I am going to have that meltdown that I never had at the time of your death..a grief stricken cry and inability to go on....but I do. I pray. I remember. And I get my strength from the Lord and go on. I had a dream again last night. You visit me often in my dreams...basically you were about 9 or 10 and I was doing house work and you were there watching me. I saw you so vividly. I said "Brett..it's time for us to get you some new shirts. We'll go and you can pick the kind you like". I think I will be OK. There is so much suffering and grief in this world. So many mothers with sick or dying children....I am not the only mother who needs God's strength today. I will always love you and keep you deep in my heart. I miss you beyond comprehension. Stay close.....it's almost Mother's Day my baby boy.
Kevin Gire
March 9, 2013
The first hours and even days after your death I was in a daze; I can't even really remember those hours and days. I was so numb, I had no feeling at all. I went through the funeral without even realizing what was really happening. It felt so unreal, as if I was watching a movie. They say the bigger the person in your life, the bigger the hole thats left in ones heart once they're gone. You, my friend, left a big void in everybodies hearts that will never be filled again on this side... Happy Birthday Brett, I miss you Brother...
Looking forward to celebrating your birthday on Saturday!
March 6, 2013
Charlene Boyles
March 6, 2013
My heart aches for you Bertie. He is in a better place and all his troubles are over. He is with Jesus.
Roberta LaCorte
March 6, 2013
Hi Honey....Gettin ready for your birthday always brings so many memories. I remember every detail about you birth and the hours leading up to it. I dreamed the other night that you called me from Heaven and was so excited that you found a way to call. I heard your voice so plain and I will never forget your voice. This time of year has taken me down the dark road of grief all over again. But I try not to show it but it affects me so much. We are going to your party Saturday night and all your friends will be there. Thank God they haven't forgotten you or me. I love you.
Mom
Roberta LaCorte
December 30, 2012
Watching your Cowboys tonight and thinking of the last time we talked they were playing. I remember buying you that T-shirt in Dallas airport that said "The Boys Are Back". I love you and miss our daily talks.
The '82' Class 30th Reunion.
Roberta LaCorte
September 25, 2012
11 - 0 Class of 82'
Roberta LaCorte
March 10, 2012
We are having your third annual birthday celebration at Rooster's tonight. See you there!! I love and miss you so much.
Roberta LaCorte
December 25, 2011
Merry Christmas in Heaven. Wonder what it is like. I know it is pretty tough here. When someone who was a giant part of your life is missing, it is hard to pass over the void. But I have my memories that are most precious and yet sad. It's like "days gone by" with my parents, my sister, my brother, my grandson, my nieces,my aunts and uncles, cousins, husband and so many friends gone. The places where we loved to go are no longer there. So you see, a time of merriment turns in to nostalgic memories and I just want to cry....so then...how shall my heart go on singing without all of these??? Nothing but the strength and Grace of God keeps me going....but I still have a big wonderful family and six wonderful children and the blessings God has bestowed on us. I need to help them make their memories too. Just allow me this moment of grief and then I shall be up again and on my way to a happy day. Please tell everyone hello and especially Jesus...Happy Birthday.....and thank you Brett for the breath of cold air we suddendly felt and we realized it was from you reminding us you are near us in spirit. Zac is coming today. It makes me so happy. I love you son and I know you miss me too. Kiss Dougie for me. Joshua 1 V 9 : "Have not I commaned thee? Be strong and of a good courage: be not afraid. neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whither soever thou goest". Thank you Jesus. In a nutshell....I miss you Brett!!
Roberta LaCorte
November 23, 2011
Dearest Brett.....another holiday function without you and your daddy. I feel so bad that I am making your favorites and enjoy my time with the family. You were the life of all of our parties. Or should I say you "brought life" to them! I remember that last Thanksgiving with you when you sat out on the patio and seemed so at peace. I kept looking out the door watching you. I miss you so much. "23" is not a good number for me. I love and miss you.
Roberta LaCorte
September 11, 2011
Had another family day today and you would have loved the Bocce court Rick made. We miss you so much.
August 25, 2011
I know you miss your son as much as I miss mine. We both lost them 3 years ago. Love and miss him.
Nancy Whittle
Always a "Ham"...wonder where you got it!!
Roberta LaCorte
August 23, 2011
I wonder what year this was.
Roberta LaCorte
August 23, 2011
Florida 1976.
Roberta LaCorte
August 23, 2011
One of our great laughs at Christmas.
Roberta LaCorte
August 23, 2011
It seems like only yesterday but it has been three years. It has been a hard two weeks knowing this day was coming. I had some photos I wanted to put on but was to brain tired to scan them. I put the memories of that day back in my mind and I won't allow myself to remember all the events. Just the night before when we talked and were watching Dallas play. You at your house and me at my trailer. I thank God over and over that He let us have such a good conversation and then we said "I love you" to each other. So grateful. I miss you so much. Your place is still here in the family and the source of all our laughter is always remembered. Your friends miss you too. Of course, you know that. I love you.
Dorothy Adams
April 19, 2011
Roberta, I just heard of your loss of a great guy, gifted H.S. athlete and no doubt a loving wonderful son. I am deaply saddened for your loss and wish you and your family healing in God's name.
Always dancing!!
Roberta LaCorte
February 14, 2011
Loving you so much. I have adopted all of these sons in Haiti but no one else will ever take your place in my heart. Your birthday is coming up. I will never forget every detail of your birth and how you looked into my eyes the first time. Just coming from Heaven...you probably knew....Happy Valentines Day. Tell dad I miss my candy.
Roberta LaCorte
December 24, 2010
Hello my son......I am continuing our tradition tonight...going to celebrate Heinze's birthday on Christmas Eve. We loved to go together. And I would watch how many "Gluwines" you had....and I'm going to have mine and YOURS tonight. This is a time of reminiscing and my heart is so full of good memories. Just filled with your face and your smile and your jokes and your imitations. My favorite: "there's no crying in baseball" !! Could I hear you say "life" too??? I love you so much. I know but really can't imagine....as He told us in His word "it is above all that we can ask or think what our Father has prepared for us in Heaven". How wonderful for you. Kiss Dad for me...Dougie...my precious Mother and Dad....and Derrick and all my granny's and all those who have gone before....Help me to keep my eyes on the prize and the "big picture". Hugs and kisses my "Widdy Guy" 2010.
November 29, 2010
Brett, you are always on my mind. Football season, the holidays, special time with family...so many of your favorite things. I was in the mall the other day and came across a display of Elvis ornaments and of course, I had to hit play on each one. I stood there laughing as I pictured you performing to each song. I thought of how great it would be to see your kindergarten pose beside the tree and to hear you crank up the Flintstones Christmas Special and dance around singing, "Christmas is my favorite time of year!" Every new memory brings reflections of memories of you!! Sing and dance, Heavenly Holidays, Love, Shersi
Nancy Whittle
November 24, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless
Roberta LaCorte
November 23, 2010
Honey....it's that time again. Your favorite time of year...the holidays. It is Thanksgiving now and you always loved the oyster dressing. Shersie is going to eat your portion this year. I stopped by the grave site the other day. there were some beautiful flowers there, probably from Sissy. Thank you for being Zac's angel when he had his car accident a few weeks ago. He could have been killed, I know it was you and Jesus interceding for him. He looks really good. I hope he comes Thursday. Everyone will be here, as usual. We will miss all of you. Our old regulars: You, Uncle Dick, Dad, Dougie, Big Grandpa and Little Grandma. and of course Alberta and Bob!! Got to go, can't write too long.....makes me too sad. Just know that you are in my heart and soul and I miss you more than ever my son.
Roberta LaCorte
October 9, 2010
On the anniversary of your death I was in Haiti and I wrote this lovely letter, and I pushed the wrong button. But, It is the same message I always have in my heart. I love you more than anyone ever knew and I miss you more than anyone knows. I am going back to Haiti in the morning and I know you know how much it means to me to go there. I find my spiritual strength there with the Haitians. They are so strong in the Lord and I need that. Honey, I hope you are OK. Just know how much I miss you and love you. I try to keep my mind and my body moving so I won't dwell on losing you and God has been my strength. It was all I can say that saved me from losing my mind. You know when I am thinking of you and missing you. A mother's bond with her child is never broken, even in death of one or the other. A gift from God. I love you.
August 21, 2010
It's been almost two years now since you left us. I still miss your smile, I still miss your laugh, I still miss your friendly kiss, I still miss your phone calls, I still miss your hugs!
I still miss YOU!!
love ya,
Treese
Teresa MacCartney
July 10, 2010
I'm thinking about you today, as I so often do. We had another great gathering at Leslie's on the 4th. Whenever I heard Scott or Doug speak, I found myself looking around for you. Your voices are so similar. I know you were there with us celebrating. Tonight we will all gather again for Kevin's birthday and I will be thinking about you and wishing you were here with us.
Still missing you terribly...
love ya,
Treese
Tiffany Farris
July 4, 2010
I remember those July 4th holidays at 5151 Doral Avenue! How you use to come by in your white tank top and khaki shorts with your dark tan, and that big smile! We always had a cook out on this particular holiday ... Family and friends would be at the house, and we knew at some point, you would be by making your "grand appearance" ! Shaking everyone's hands, giving hugs and kisses, and how could I forget, helping Rick with the barbecue! As we celebrate Independence Day today, what we would give for you to come through that door with your big smile and hardy laugh! From the Freiberger family, we miss you Brett! You are always in our thoughts. We think of you often, share funny Brett stories to all, and most of all wish you were here!
Love,
Dianne, Rick, Dana Freiberger and Tiffany Farris
Eleanor Earley
June 24, 2010
Bertie, know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.
First Whitehall T-Ball champs...front row
Roberta LaCorte
June 23, 2010
Two great buddies
Roberta LaCorte
June 23, 2010
Mommy and me...as always...my super hero!
Roberta LaCorte
June 23, 2010
My "Brave Little Cowbow"
Roberta LaCorte
June 23, 2010
The little engine that could
Roberta LaCorte
June 23, 2010
His second birthday
Roberta LaCorte
June 23, 2010
My Baby loved trains
Roberta LaCorte
June 23, 2010
Roberta LaCorte
June 23, 2010
Just another milestone in my days without you. It was 22 months ago that I kissed your cold lips as they took you out of the house. You looked so perfect and so handsome and such a peaceful look on your face. I'll never get over missing you and how close we were all through your life. And now I have this big void in my life. but you know, God is good and He gives me strength and has filled my life with wonderful people but no one will ever take the place of you, my baby boy. I love you. Dougie on the 20th, Dad on the 22 & you on the 23rd. Sad days this week. How can I be sad when I know where you all are and what you are seeing. Praise God!!
I love you...MOM
Eleanor Earley
April 23, 2010
Thinking of you Bertie.
Roberta LaCorte
April 23, 2010
Twenty months today. Wow. I am very sad about all of this. As I told you at the cemetery, I hustle and bustle about keeping busy til I am exhausted, just so my mind is occupied and I don't have to think about the reality of you not being here. Just a wink or a smile from you would help. I love you and miss you so much Widdy-Guy!!!
A happy 4th of July at Leslie's
March 31, 2010
Us in happier times at Leslie's on the 4th of July. It will never be the same.
Roberta LaCorte
March 31, 2010
What is Easter like in Heaven? I have a flower for your marker. I spent a little time talking to you Sunday and it made me depressed but I know you know how much I love you. I miss you and miss your phone calls and voice and I am sure you don't miss my yelling at you for stuff!! It is still unbelievable that you are not with us. The journey is over for you. We still have to make it. Keep your eyes on us and know we love you.
Kevin Gire
March 10, 2010
Julio, as your birthday came and went I remembered the many times we celebrated this day over the years. I never missed telling you Happy Birthday on ur day but even more important to me, YOU NEVER missed calling me on my birthday. Every year you would be one of the first to call me to wish me well on my special day. That is what separated you from many of the friends I have, was your memory and the fact you truly cared. In our every converstation you asked of the well being of all my family members and asked that I tell them hi for you. Those are the lasting memories I have and cherish of you. You were a true friend that comes along once in a lifetime, one you left in mine way to soon. I love you Brett LaCorte and miss you terribly :)
March 9, 2010
Happy Birthday, Brett! As I spend time today with your Mom and your son, I will be remembering your life and your laugh that was bigger than life, and I will smile, even though I miss you greatly! Love, Shersi
March 8, 2010
Happy Birthday, Brett! We had a wonderful get together on Saturday to celebrate your birthday. We know that you were there with us in spirit, as you always are. You are still so alive in my heart and my memories.
I love you and miss you, forever!
~Treese~
Eleanor Earley
March 6, 2010
Happy Birthday Brett. Say hello to your dad also. I know there is going to be a big celebration there. Enjoy it. I will have the pleasure of meeting you some day.
chris parkevich
March 5, 2010
Happy birthday Tuffy..I know your in good company up there with my mom and dad..she'll make sure you get good food to eat and dad will finish giving you boxing lessons..chrisp
Jackie Furr McKee
March 5, 2010
Happy Birthday Brett - I remember when we were young and I would come over to hang out with Leslie and you just pester us to no end!!! I would relive those days anytime. Miss your ornery smile.
He is always with you in spirit. His chair will never be empty.
March 5, 2010
A message to the Whitehall Guys minus one and all of your friends.
March 5, 2010
Roberta LaCorte
March 5, 2010
Hello my baby boy....
Missing you and want to tell you Happy Birthday. But I am sure you are happy there. Here is a message from you to your friends as they remember you on your birthday. Whitehall Guys minus 1 and to all your friends.
February 14, 2010
Happy Valentine's Day my precious son.
I miss you so much. You'd be so mad if you were here when the earthquake happened but I know you were watching over me and Aunt Gretchen and you know how much I love all my friends there so you asked God to watch over them too. I love and miss you so much.
conley canter
January 15, 2010
Bertie, I know this site is set up for my best friend Brett but I need to address you, I know you are in Haitai doing Gods work but please, COME HOME, be careful doing so, I am praying for you and I promise you, (me and a bunch of my friends) will build you the patio you have been wanting.
love Conley (Dobie)
p.s. Hulio, you must be proud of your mom
Eleanor Earley
December 26, 2009
I was sitting it yesterday thinking of your mom and all of a sudden remembered in high school, your dad sat next to me in Mrs. Kathary's English class; the arms on our chairs was on the right and your dad was to the right of me. Every time we had a test I would get an F and your dad a passing grade; it got to be a joke between the two of us every test. She would mark my paper that I copied from your dad and this made us laugh even harder. I know you and him are watching over your mom. She was also in my class and a wonderful woman. One day I will get to meet you.
Teresa MacCartney
December 24, 2009
Merry Christmas, Brett! On this Christmas Eve I am recalling a Christmas Eve from many years ago. You asked me to take you to midnight mass with me. I was happy to do so and it is a very special memory of an evening with my dear friend. I miss you!
love ya,
Treese
1964 LaCorte Christmas with the two boys I babysat with back row upper left.
Roberta LaCorte
December 23, 2009
Keeping my mind occupied with the spirit of Christ..mas the best I can. I know you are missing me too. Sometimes we just go through the motions of these holidays but then, when I least expect it, I am hit with the realization you are gone from us. It is like reliving that day all over again. I survive on my precious memories. That is why we need to sew kindness and love ... and that is what we will reap when we remember our life. I love you. I am so glad you are not hurting. The one time you really needed me, I wasn't there. I can't dwell on that....I am going to look forward to seeing you again. I hope you and Dad and Dougie and Big Grandpa and Little Grandma and little Billy and Uncle Dick and Debbie and Sandy and Aunt Patti and Uncle Tom and Janice and Lori and Grandpa John and Grandma Frances are having a wonderful Christmas and you probably do not even know it is Christmas because everyday is all about Jesus there. I miss everyone so much.
I love this picture even though Autumn isn't born yet because Doug is holding you as he always did taking care of his brothers and sisters like a mother hen. I love you...Mom
Eleanor Earley
December 17, 2009
Please know that thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. I did not know Brett but I went to school with his mom and dad. Knowing that he is with the Lord and with his dad is comforting. Love you Bertie and may our Lord's loving comfort get you through this.
Amy
December 16, 2009
Brett,
You are so missed on this earth...
I am sorry that I was not a better sister to you the last days of living. Finding you was the hardest thing I have ever had to over come. I keep your memory alive with Abella. We look at your star in the sky. She will never forget you, Brett and because of you, I need to be here for her. There are times she will sit in your chair in the basement and I know she is safe. I love you, brother. I know you are here... you let me know. Chance is now wth you and I keep his ball close. I will miss you once more this Christmas...
Brett's letter to Santa
Roberta LaCorte
December 14, 2009
You are spending Christmas with Jesus again this year...and for all eternity. But I want to share a favorite from Christmas past. It was always a special time of year in our home. I love you and miss you and still cannot believe you are not with us....in spirit only...forever...til we meet again.
November 27, 2009
Got to see all of your family for Thanksgiving. All of your neices and nephews and grand-neices and nephews. Who is going to teach them how to do the Brett Man? So many beautiful faces, and in every one of them, I see memories of you, and your Dad! I miss you! Happy Thanksgiving, Love, Shersi
Eleanor Earley
November 25, 2009
Bertie and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this season. God bless.
Aleta Sunkel
November 24, 2009
Brett.
Thinking about mom today and you crossed my mind. I can only imagine the pain Aunt Bertie must feel without you but I know where her strength lies. I know life had been hard for many years for you but I know you are injoying your peaceful,and restful life for all of eternity. Thinking of you often,Give mom a kiss for me.You are missed and always loved.
Your cousin, the good twin,
Aleta
Roberta LaCorte
November 23, 2009
Well my precous son, Tomorrow I will start preparation for my second Thanksgiving without you with our family. You always loved your mother's cooking and I loved to cook for you. You loved the oyster dressing so much but I just couldn't make it last year without you. It was just too hard. Zac said he would stop over. We'll see. You pal, Chance, who stayed by your side all night the day you died, (I wish he could talk) is sick. They found a mass in his tummy. If the medicine doesn't work, he'll be coming home to you. I miss you so much and I will always love you.
MOM
Roberta LaCorte
October 23, 2009
Hi My Sweet Precious little boy: It has been 14 months today since you left me. I say "little boy" because that is how I always see you. As the little guy always half running-half-walking as you were so excited to get where we were going. Epecially to the train tracks on Milford. And the way you went to see the Freedom Train everyday when it was parked at DCSC. Going on the Engine of the Freedom Train that night with Big Grandpa Choo Choo because he was running the engine that night that it left town. Then you got hit by a car crossing Broad street that day going to see the train. There is so much more. I love you so......
I miss your voice so much. You could yell at me louder than your father did when you didn't agree with me!!! Nor I with you. Love, love, love, I did good. I taught you how to love!!! Mommy
October 15, 2009
Even though this is not a significant day, birthday, holiday, etc., I have been thinking about you alot! Probably because on days like today, when I would have so much going on, those seemed to be the days when you would call me out of the blue, and we would talk for hours. I would tell you about the latest move and or adventure I was getting into and you would give me your opinion, with a special blend of your humor! Once again I am headed in a new direction and I am left to only imagine what your take on this would be. I miss you! Love, Shersi
Roberta LaCorte
September 28, 2009
Oh Brett...what a beautiful fall day it is. It makes me realize how beautiful Heaven must be. I was wishing you were here to see this day. I went through another box of old photos yesterday. It blessed my heart to see you. It is so strange how many of them of me have you there close by me. As it was in life. I miss you so much. I was trying to tell you about Ruby Redd calling me out of the blue last month. She remembered. There will be a special spot in Heaven for her too. A precious lady who truly tried to help us. I had dreams of you after looking at the photos. Dad too. Kiss him for me. Mom
Roberta LaCorteq
September 8, 2009
Honey, I have written on this guest book twice and it did not come up. I guess I was too upset the last few weeks to hit the right buttons. We are getting a new baby girl at Scott and Tamm's and I tried to tell them girls can be called "Brett" too. I love you and miss you so much. We played Bocce on the new court Rick built and it was very quiet up on that hill without you. Talk to me. Mom
Teresa (Sherman) MacCartney
August 24, 2009
Dearest Brett,
I can’t believe that is has been a year since we lost you. I will never forget that phone call or the spot where I pulled off the road to sob as I heard the news. I felt total shock and disbelief and felt like the wind had been knocked out of me. I couldn’t believe that you were gone. I had just seen you the day before and we had such a great visit. I have recalled our conversation many times and so many things have stood out to me. You were at peace with some things in your life. You knew what was going to change and what wasn’t. I was so fortunate to drive by that day and catch you sunning yourself in your chair. After I left I kept thinking about coming back later to continue our visit. I wish that I had.
Brett, you were a friend like no other! You called for no other reason than to talk and catch up on things and we always ended up laughing. I looked forward to our get togethers. You had such an impact on my life and it was better because of you. I learned so much more about you during the days of your funeral services. You touched so MANY lives. I was amazed at how one person could have such an incredible impact on so many. You truly were a remarkable person. Your death has definitely been the most painful thing that I have ever been through.
Thank you, Brett, for being my friend. I will forever love you, miss you and treasure the memories of our times together!
Til we meet again…
Love ya,
Treese
Kevin Gire
August 23, 2009
Julio, I cant believe its been a year since you left us. I will never forget that day for as long as I am on this side. You're sister Heidi called me early that morning, that was the longest drive of my life getting to Leslies. I talk to Teresa often of you and we often share emails and texts as well...I dont think one conversation does not involve you. We had a Celebration of you're life on you're Bday this year and I could feel ur presence as we divided up and passed out all of you're momentos. Dude! love letters from high school were nothin to what you had kept??? Always a reason for everything, maybe you knew way back you would not be with us forever, cause the memories we have that you left in momento forms is amazing! I miss you Brett LaCorte, the Buckeyes are hittin the field running this year with the QB that me and you talked about so much last summer. Our talks of football were so deep only some could keep up with our knowledge. I watch the Cowboys every week, and wait for the pre-kickoff phone call from Julio. I hope you are driving JL crazy with the talk of our Cowboys, for he used to get so mad at us and tell us we dont know what we're talkin about! I remember those days like yesterday, The Pro Football Hall of Fame trip with our boys and You're Mom...Remember, we are probably the last ones to ever get a picture of our mugs with OJ's bust! It was "stolen" not too long after we left that day, Was that you??? Now that would have been something to find that in ur momentos that day...Well and the OCC Championship trophy that was never given back, Hmmmmm...
Heidi LaCorte Mason
August 23, 2009
Brett, it was one year ago today I got the call that I needed to get over to Leslie's house, that we had lost you. It was such a shock. I will always remember my baby brother and only dwell on all the good times because that is how you would want it and that is how it should be. You are missed and loved.... always!
Your big sis - Heidi
August 23, 2009
Brett, Dowb and I were talking about you last night and some of the funny stories from our high school days. We wish you were still with us Brett but we still have the memories.
Jenna Mastracci
August 22, 2009
Brett,
I just got off the phone with my mom and she informed me tomorrow marks exactly one year that you have passed. I cannot believe it has been one year... I think about you often and visit your guest page on a regular basis. You are in my thoughts and it is so devastating to know you are no longer here with us. I am glad you are no longer suffering, but just want to say that you are very missed!!!... by MANY! (my mom doesn't go a day without mentioning your name)
Love you!
Roberta LaCorte
August 17, 2009
My day begins and ends with thoughts of you. I am totally drained. I was in shock last year this time but now I have to do this on my own. The Lord is my strength. He hears my cry. Please be patient with me everyone if I seem a little "touchy" these days. I want to hear you say "I love you MOM". Just one more time.
Tiffany Farris
August 15, 2009
Brett – Football season will never be the same! It is such a vivid reminder of the dreaded call we received from Ohio. I remember the day so clearly. My family and I were waiting to enter the stadium for my son’s opening season football game; the look on my dad’s face as he listened to the person on the other end of his cell phone. I watched as his expression changed to concern and sadness; the color draining from his face; I just knew something terrible had happened.
Brett, I just want you to know what an impact you’ve had on my family over the years. You were loved by all of us! We still share funny “Brett stories”, think of you often, and miss you everyday! I can’t believe a year has almost come and gone since your terrible accident. Time may pass quickly, but know that your memories will last with us forever! You are a very special person to my family, and I feel certain you knew it too. My parents treated you like their other son; Dana treated you like a big brother; even my aunts, uncles and cousins loved you!
We know you are at peace and in such a better place. Sometimes reminding ourselves of this helps with the sadness. The battle you fought for so many years no longer has to continue. You’ve won; you’re cured and home free! From the Freiberger family, we love you Brett Francis! Rest in peace until we meet again …
Love
Tiffany & the Freiberger family
Eleanor Earley
August 2, 2009
Brett, I did not know you, but knew your mom and dad, so you had to have been a fine young man. Rest in peace and one day I will meet you in heaven.
Cynthia Giannelli
August 2, 2009
My Darling Brett,
It has been almost a year now, and this is the first time I have been able to even put any of my thoughts to words. Maybe I'll feel better if I speak to you in writing. God only knows, I cry your name out with sobs every day since you've been gone. I loved you more than any man ever in my life and I honestly don't think I will ever love again. I don't think any one person could have known the love we had for each other. I guess we were lucky to have experienced such love. Our hearts and souls were so close that we knew exactly what the other would say in any situation. To this day, it's like you are still around because I feel you with me in my soul. Even when I grocery shop, I see the many foods you loved and I reach to pick them up. I am so sorry for the struggles you had and I know you are at peace with God. However my darling love, I miss you so much and I just cannot get over you being gone. We shared so much. I miss all the love you gave me. Rest in peace my love.
Roberta LaCorte
August 1, 2009
To all of Brett's friends who read this, please make another entry as I plan to have the book they offer made so I can cherish it for the rest of my life.
Bertie
Roberta LaCorte
August 1, 2009
Today is the beginning of the last month of your life one year ago. I think my saddness came over me so strong when I saw the Disney World Mickey Mouse musical globe up at my trailer last week end. I remember so well when you gave it to me. I don't remember exactly which Christmas it was but it was so special for you as you cried when you gave it to me and said "it reminds me of all the times you took us there". I had forgotten all about it as it was in with my "stuff" at my trailer. As I drove past the cemetery today I just could not believe it has been almost a year. It seems like yesterday. I stopped to visit awhile. For a moment I though Oh God, my son is in there". But the you I know and love is with Jesus. I need to stay hear for awhile as you are getting a new nephew (or niece) in January. Be sure to speak to the Lord to send us a beautiful, healthy baby. Honey, I have watched tons of DVDs and looked at tons of pictures. I miss you so much. The Lord has been the only reason I have survived this year. If I didn't believe I would see you again I could not have made it this far. I wouldn't wish you back to this life and the battle that was against you. I would have fought it for you if I could have. No more sorrow, no more pain...and God shall wipe all tears from our eyes. I love you so much. Mom
Roberta LaCorte
June 25, 2009
My son, how quiet my days are without you. When my chores are finish and my plans for the day are complete.....my mind wonders to you and our phone calls and talks. I just plain miss you.
MOM
Here he is...your son...Zac and Me
May 31, 2009
Roberta LaCorte
May 30, 2009
Brett Francis....I wrote this long message to you yesterday but I must not have push the right buttons because it never came up. I was getting ready to go to Zac's graduation and I was having another bitter-sweet moment. He is so tall and looks like you but a little different and different personality but he is loving and friendly just like you. Honey, he hugged me really tight and said "I love you Grandma". I know he is so excited about all that is happening in his life right now. We will get together soon. I told him on his card that he is a man now and can make his own decisions. To follow his heart, as long as Jesus was in it. And if he becomes 1/4 the man you were he will be great. We loved you for what you were and God forgave you for what you weren't. I had you as my "widdy-guy" for a long, long time. I am so glad I have Zachary Edward LaCorte!! From now on that is how I will refer to him. Your son, my grandson #7!! I love you and miss you. Wish you could have gone too. It was not God's will for us. Never doubt Him.
Brett and Zac LaCorte 1992
May 29, 2009
Bertie LaCorte
May 5, 2009
It will be my first Mother's Day without you. Thank God I'll be in Haiti. I read the card I found where you had wished me Happy Mother's Day in 2004. I know you are with me where ever I go. I'm on my way to see the marker. I know it is going to be hard. I love you and miss the sound of your voice.
Paul Collins
April 13, 2009
Bertie,
Thanks for adding frequently to this guest book. Although, I get a little choked up when reading it, it still makes me think of great times with Brett. My little boy loves trains too. Now, I will think of Brett when Drake mentions trains...all the time of course! Thanks again!
Bertie LaCorte
April 12, 2009
I have this big hole in my being and just long to hear your voice. I keep remembering all of our past Easters. Remember how dad used to buy the girls coursages and you boys a boutinaire? I came home from church and got out an old video of easter on Milford. It helped. Then I watched your DVD from Quint. It helps to see your face. The home video had the scene on it when we took our daily walk to the choo-choo track at the end of our street to wave at the trains. You loved trains so much. Just like Zac loved Dinosaurs. Have you seen Paw-Paw Choo-choo? Do they have trains in Heaven? I love you. Mom
Bertie LaCorte
April 10, 2009
Hi Honey....another holiday coming up without you. I just couldn't get into the "Easter thing". Instead I am quietly praying and thanking our Lord for making it possible for us to be together again, someday, in Heaven. I'll never get over you being gone. MOM
Sherri Carson
March 11, 2009
Brett,
I saw alot of your family and friends on Saturday, as they gathered together, because of you.
Monday, I went to the cemetary and met your Mom there. Then we went to lunch. People in the restaurant probably thought we were crazy. We would think about you, your birthday and how much we miss you and we would cry. Then we would think about you and your bigger than life personality and we would laugh. Do you know how much you still touch all of our lives, everyday, and always will?
What is it like to celebrate a birthday in heaven? Was my Dad there with you?
The only way to take away the pain of missing you, would be to take away all of the memories of you, and no one would wish for that. So, I remembered all of the birthdays that I spent with you and I smiled and I laughed and I cried, all at the same time.
Love,
Shersi
Jenna Mastracci
March 9, 2009
Thinking of the family today, Brett's birthday! It is still so hard to believe that Brett is gone. I think about him often as well as the family. I'm sure Brett is celebrating in heaven where he is free from any suffering. HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRETT!!!
Love,
Jenna
Roberta LaCorte
March 1, 2009
Hey Brett....I've been going through your things today. I found this note in your scrapbook that I wrote to you on Graduation day June 6, 1982.
The far-off day in the future is finally here. Years are very short; days are even shorter. It came so fast.
Take time to remember
Make time to dream....the years go by...get a plan for your desires...follow them.
Keep God with you...He is always there when you'll need Him...you will!
Self discipline...honesty...great strength...humbleness...is needed.
I'LL NEVER FORGET ANY OF IT......YOUR LIFE.
I LOVE YOU....Mom
This year you spent Christmas Eve in Heaven with Jesus and all our loved ones
Roberta LaCorte
February 17, 2009
Good morning son. I recently received this photo of us together on Christmas Eve 2007. I love it so much. Eight months later God called you home. I can see the pain in your face. Your neck hurt you so much all the time from the accident. Little did I know. I miss you so much. MOM
Eleanor Earley
December 24, 2008
Dear Bertie - the words to that song are so very true. I just want you to know I pray daily for the Lord's comforting arms that enfolds you to let you know I care. God bless.
Bertie LaCorte
December 23, 2008
Four months ago today...and tomorrow is Christmas Eve. It really stopped mattering to me when there was no little ones in the house. But I have always enjoyed my grand kids and great grand kids. God works it out in our lives as we get older to see things differently. So I won't miss you any worse on Christmas Day than I did yesterday or than I do today. I cried when I remembered we went to Bonnie and Heinz's together last year. I'm going there again tomorrow evening. I remember how you loved midnight Mass. We went with Uncle Johnny a few times and you and I went with Heinz and Aunt Patty one year. It was so much fun. I'm going to write a verse of this song Aunt Gretchen emailed me today. One of our Christian friends wrote it:
I Turn to You
I turn to you when a precious one lies buried and I know my life will never be the same.
I turn to you.
When the hands that I held on to were called by you to simply walk away.
I turn to you with all my questions when I do not understand.
I turn to you with all the heartache
that my mind can't comprehend.
I turn to you for my future, for I know it's in your hands. I turn to you.
There is more but this says what I am feeling without you.
God is my refuge and my strength.
I won't dwell on sadness or I wouldn't make it. This is the season that we celebrate Christ's birth. Because He was born and died for us, I will see you soon. Bye for now my baby son. Tell everyone Merry Christmas for me. MOM
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