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for Christopher Doyle
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June 2, 2013
Hi Chris. Missing you and Grandpa Dick so much. Just letting you know that I am always missing you and always loving you both with all my heart. Grandpa.
bill doyle
July 26, 2010
i will miss you forever love, uncle bill
Megan
June 16, 2010
Chris,
Ive been thinking about you alot lately, especially because of graduation, and i kept thinking about how you should have been down here with all of us getting your diploma. but then i remembered youre always there with us. i cant believe how long its been now. i miss you.
June 12, 2010
Today was graduation day and I know you were there with all of your friends. They have kept you wih them all of these last four years and you will be with them always. They are a great group of guys. I miss you so much and will love you always. Grandma
May 21, 2010
!!! NOAH CHRISTOPHER HAS ARRIVED !!!
HE IS HEALTHY,HAPPY AND VERY MUCH LOVED. THANKS CHRIS FOR BEING WITH HIM ON HIS JOURNEY TO OUR FAMILY, I KNOW YOU WERE WITH HIM EVERYSTEP OF THE WAY.
HE IS YOUR NAMESAKE AND WE WILL TELL HIM ALL ABOUT WHAT A WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN YOU ARE. HE ARRIVED ON YOUR MOMS BIRTHDAY, I THINK YOU HAD A HAND IN THAT ALSO, TELL GOD THANKS SHE WAS ELATED. ALWAYS KNOW HOW MUCH I LOVE AND MISS YOU. AUNT CINDY
January 21, 2010
THANKS FOR THE SHOOTING STAR THIS MORNING BUDDY, I WAS OUT IN THE COUNTRY
DELIVERING PAPERS AND THINKING OF YOU,
WISHING YOU WERE HERE TO MEET YOUR NEW COUSIN COMING IN MAY AND MAN JUST LIKE THAT A BEAUTIFUL STREAK ACROSS THE SKY. WEIRD THING IS THERE WERE NO OTHER STARS OUT THIS MORNING. ALWAYS KNOW HOW MUCH I LOVE AND MISS YOU. AUNT CINDY
Tiffany & Tim
August 11, 2009
Thinking a lot about you this time of year. I know you have been with the boys these last three years and will continue to be a guiding light in their lives. We all miss you every day.
Riglers
August 11, 2009
Well buddy...it hardly seems possible it's been 3 years since we've heard that laugh of yours. Our hearts hurt so bad for all those who love you. Today is Noey's 21st birthday & although we celebrate that with her, you are in our hearts & minds. It's gonna be the big senior year & we know you are with the boys every step of the way. Every thing they do...they do for you. Miss you Chris!
Kay Phelps
July 22, 2009
I have to say that we are really sorry that we won't be at the baseball outing on Saturday. I hope everyone has a great time and raises a lot of money in Chris' honor. Let us know how you did. Happy late birthday Chris! We miss you every day. Love to all!
Riglers
July 10, 2009
Happy 18th Birthday Chris! Love you & miss you!
July 8, 2009
I can still hear your laugh in our office, Chris.....we miss you but know you are an angel looking over your family. Faye
April 17, 2009
Always thinking of you..Always missing you..Always loving you.. Grandma
Lynne Rigler
April 16, 2009
Thinking of you today Chris...the beautiful sunshine reminds me of your amazing smile!! Miss you!
CINDY GILLINGHAM
November 19, 2008
JUST A QUICK I LOVE YOU..YOU ARE
ON MY MIND TODAY ALOT. HAVE DAYS LIKE THAT. MISS YOU LIKE
CRAZY. SHINE BRIGHT BUD!!!!!
October 9, 2008
multiple times through out everyday it seems like everything just comes to a complete stop. Like a speeding truck hitting a wall. Not that your not always in my mind but every thought from the past nearly 2 years and 2 months just comes rushing over me. Makes it hard to breathe for a minute. Then reality sets back in and I know that the clock is still moving, and that truck is still speeding even though the feeling doesnt speed away with it. I miss you more than anything in this world buddy, I love you man
Kay Phelps
August 11, 2008
Hey Chris, your on my mind today. Left your mom & dad a message just to let them know your on my mind today as well. We miss you so much everyday. Love you!
CINDY GILLINGHAM
August 7, 2008
GEARING UP FOR FOOTBALL BUDDY,I KNOW YOU ARE WATCHING THE BOYS WORKING OUT EVERYDAY. STAY WITH THEM,URGE THEM ON TO A WINNING SEASON. WE LOVE YOU AND MISS SO VERY MUCH!!!!!
AUNT CINDY
Riglers
July 27, 2008
Yesterday was amazing Buddy!!
The boys had such a great time and everyone came together for you!! One of these years they will win this for you...they are so determined!!!
We all love you and miss you so much and not a day goes by that we don't think of you.
You will ALWAYS be in our hearts.
We love you!!
Betty Surine
July 10, 2008
Dear Chris. 17 yrs. ago today a precious gift was given to our family. That gift was you and we all loved you so much. I know you are happy with Jesus, but we miss you so much. Celebrate your birthday in Heaven and we will see you again someday. Love Grandma
Kay Phelps
July 10, 2008
Happy Birthday! We miss you so much.
July 10, 2008
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BUDDY!!!
CINDY GILLINGHAM
January 2, 2008
WELL BUD,WE START ANOTHER YEAR WITHOUT YOU, AND IT IS NOT GETTING
ANY EASIER. I THINK ABOUT YOU EACH AND EVERYDAY. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE WITH ME. I WAS WITH YOU THE DAY YOU CAME INTO THE WORLD AND THERE WHEN YOU LEFT US. I WATCHED AS YOU GREW FROM MY LITTLE CONE HEAD INTO A REMARKABLE YOUNG MAN THAT I WAS PROUD TO CALL NEPHEW AND GODSON. I LOVE YOU CHRIS!!!!! AUNT CINDY
Jennifer Barnes
December 12, 2007
Merry Christmas In heaven-you're God's best angel Chris!
Lin Doyle
December 11, 2007
Wow, what a coincidence! My son's name is Christopher James Doyle too!
JENNIFER BARNES
October 20, 2007
lOVE YOU AS ALWAYS AND MISS YOU FOREVER , THE LITTLE BROTHER I ALWAYS WANTED WAS YOU BABE.
Noelle Rigler
September 21, 2007
Hey Buddy! So I'm sitting up at school and was thinking of you. Thank you for constantly watching over us!!! I love school and Holland MI. It's so hot I don't know how I'm surviving with air! I can't believe sean is driving now. Isn't that so scary? lol Well I love ya buddy and miss you!!!
<3
Noelle
Kay Phelps
September 7, 2007
Hey Chris, I know you already have saw him but my dad has made his appearance in heaven. We miss him very much so watch over him just a little extra. We love you Chris!
The Phelps Family
Lynne Rigler
September 3, 2007
Hey Buddy...well I know you know this, but Seany got his license on Friday! Scary, huh?? Please be his guardian angel and stay with him!! Also...he is at Cedar Point today & actually going on roller coasters!! We both know what a big chicken he is!!!! Can you believe it??!!
Miss you so much & love you!!
Jordyn Rigler
August 22, 2007
HEY BUD!!!I just wanted you to know that I know you will be watching over me all year!I knkow this because I have your 7th grade liturature book!I was soo excited when I saw your name!I miss you soo much!Keep watching over us!I can't believe it's bee a year!I love you!!!!!!!!
Noelle Rigler
August 12, 2007
Oh Chris..it's been a year already? Cant believe it..I turned 19 today..Doesn't that sound old haha Keep watching over everyone as school is about to start and football too. They had a nice article about you in today's paper. See you will forever be remembered as a Redskin!! Well buddy, I leave for school in a week so watch over the family has they have to adjust to my moving..and watch over me as I move to a new city in a different state. I miss yelling at my "lil" brother!! I love ya buddy!!
Noelle
Rigler
August 11, 2007
I miss you Chris!
love, caitlyn
Doug & Lynne Rigler
August 11, 2007
It's hard to believe it has been a year since we've seen your beautiful smile & heard your laughter.
We miss you so much and you will ALWAYS be in our hearts!
We love you...Riglers
Jim, Sherry & Steve...we are thinking of you today and praying for you.
Nathan Stratton
July 31, 2007
The thing is I usually have something to say at times like this. As a coach and teacher, you try and find some sort of silver lining, something that you can learn from when bad situations occur. The truth is that with Chris's passing I see many. I see that even in his death he has taught us so much. How to have fun and cherish every moment, how to be loving and gentle all while keeping a positive outlook no matter what is going on. He taught us how to laugh (sometimes a little too hard)and in my case he taught me how to be a better all around person. Although I see all of that I am still not ready to fall back on it and realize the finality of Chris being gone. I just can't, not yet. The thing I will always remember is not just about Chris, it is about his relationship that he had with his parents. Ever since I started coaching I have never seen a relationship between child and his parents as strong as what Chris, Sherry and Jim had. They never took each other for granted, you could just see it in each others eyes that the moment they were in was the best moment of their lives. I have never seen such dedication, devotion and love of every moment they had to spend with their child as what Sherry and Jim showed every day that Chris was alive. I am not ready to let go of watching the three of them do just about anything together. I am not ready to stop listening to Chris talk about his older brother like he was the biggest man on campus, and how much he loved to hang out with him. I am so happy that there are so many positive things that has come out of Chris's passing, but I am just not ready to acknowledge them just yet. My heart is still broken for Sherry, Jim, Stephen and selfishly or not, myself.
The thing is I should be able to look at the positive things that have come from this situation and feel better, but I am just not ready to.
I miss you Chris. Thank you for showing me what is truly important in life. I will never forget your laugh or smile. I love you kid.
“Coach” Nathan Stratton
CINDY GILLINGHAM
July 30, 2007
Man buddy,what a great day we had,we raised a lot of money and your freinds were all there. Your brother played his heart out,but we all knew you were watching and urging him on. We all laughed and cried, and it was all done for you bud. We love you and miss so much.Aunt Cindy and Uncle Dave
The Phelps
July 27, 2007
I wish I could be there tomorrow for the benefit. Everyone will be on my mind throughout the day. Austin will make us all proud and represent our family well. Jim and Sherry, not that you don't already know but you will see first hand the impact Chris made on everyones lives that he touched. Raise a lot of money and spread the awareness. We love you!
Kay, Scott, Laura, Austin & Amanda
Lynne Rigler
July 27, 2007
We love you Christopher James Doyle & know you will be with us all tomorrow!!!!!!!!
The Riglers
Back In The Day
July 20, 2007
Sean Rigler
July 20, 2007
I Found These While Cleaning my room man we looked good...lol
Shari Harrington
July 19, 2007
To the Family of Christopher James Doyle....I learned of what happened to Chris at the Indiana Vector Control Association Conference in Middlebury last March. Because of this tragedy, I have taken the mosquito prevention program to a new level in Montgomery County. The public is so unaware of what can be a real health risk to a community. I'm sorry this happened to you as I have children this age. May God bless you with great memories of Christopher.
Betty Surine
July 13, 2007
Our precious grandson..Grandpa and I love you and miss you so much.
Noelle Rigler
July 11, 2007
So Chris I missed your birthday yesterday so here is a late "Happy 16th Buddy!" I continue to miss you every day and there isn't a day that goes by without a thought of you..Keep watching over your boys!! Miss ya buddy!
<3
Noelle
Tom Hayhurst
July 11, 2007
As a doc who once helped care for the late David Surine I recently had the opportunity to speak with Mrs. Surine--a close relative of the Doyle family as I understand it--about Chris. I have 2 grandkids (2 and 6 y.o.--one named Chris) and for that reason can possibly begin to understand what the Doyle family has had to go through during the last few months. Good luck with your fundraising and "awareness-raising" efforts in Chris' behalf. City Councilman/Dr. Tom Hayhurst
Riglers
July 11, 2007
Sean is flying to Florida tomorrow--watch over him buddy--we think he's a little scared!!!!
We thought about you a lot yesterday & remembered many fun times! Sean, Paul & Nick all hung out at the pool & we know you were there with them!!
Love you & miss you!
Happy Birthday!
July 10, 2007
I love you Chris-find the dimes we left? Luv u buddy
always your sister
ALWAYS
Jennifer Wilson"Barnes"
Tracy McKinstry
July 10, 2007
Happy Birthday Big Guy! Miss you!
Love you
Amanda Phelps
July 10, 2007
Happy Birthday Chris!!You are like My brother and i miss you so muchI remember you and austin always eating so much!!Love you so much!!
Amanda
Austin Phelps
July 10, 2007
Happy Birthday Chris. I really miss you man. If there were any time that I would like to have you back most, it would be now. I think that if you were here, you'd be down in Florida with me on summer break, doing whatever we could think of. I love you man.
Kay Phelps
July 10, 2007
Happy Birthday Chris...we send you many hugs and kisses, and few GI Joes. We miss you everyday. Everynight before I go to bed I look at your picture and tell you to sleep tight. I know your there and I can feel your presence every so often. Your our guardian angel. We LOVE you!
CINDY GILLINGHAM
July 10, 2007
HAPPY 16TH BIRTHDAY BUDDY!!!!!
WE LOVE AND MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH.
AUNT CINDY AND UNCLE DAVE
CINDY GILLINGHAM
July 10, 2007
HAPPY 16TH BIRTHDAY BUDDY!!!!!
WE LOVE AND MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH.
AUNT CINDY AND UNCLE DAVE
Sean Rigler
July 5, 2007
Chris-These past few days lighting off fireworks keeps reminding me of the last time we hung out shooting firecrackers off in the backyard... and how noelle was yelling at us not to burn the house down...lol...man i miss you so much
Love,
Sean
BILL HAWK
June 29, 2007
Chris - i never knew you but i do know your grandparents Bill and Betty Surine - You are blessed to have such wonderful parents and grandparents. And tho I never knew you I know what a good guy you are! So many people honoring you still. God Bless You!
TRACY MCKINSTRY
June 28, 2007
Chris,
MISSING YOU A LOT!! MISS YOUR LAUGH AND MAKING US LAUGH. YOU ARE ON OUR MINDS EVERY DAY. ALEX IS HAVING A HARD TIME WITHOUT YOU. HE IS DOING WELL AND CARRIES YOU WITH HIM EVERY DAY OF HIS LIFE. YOU WILL BE WITH THE MCKINSTRY FAMILY FOREVER BUDDY HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL AND WE LOVE YOU A LOT!!
Liz Stytle
June 22, 2007
Wow, its funny how god works, he always takes the people everyone would remember, so we never forget there smile and every thing we love about them. I miss Chris so much.
Faye Funk
June 19, 2007
Dear Chris, I talked to you Mom today... it was the first time in months, and I think I am one of her best girlfriends. Ya know what? I met you already know everything about life. you are with Jesus, and we are left here to only guess the truth. How wonderful it must be. I love you so much and I only knew you for a short while.
Lynne Rigler
June 17, 2007
You are on my mind & in my heart today Chris. We all miss you terribly...especially Sean. He keeps it inside, but I know everything he does...he does for you!
Love you buddy!!
Momma Rigler
Jennifer Barnes
June 14, 2007
still thinking of u chris
April 7, 2007
Doyle family you will always be in our prayers. GOD BLESS YOU!!
The Allen Family.
Nikki Gillingham
April 5, 2007
time is passing so quickly, but i still find myself reminded of you each and everyday..it seems so surreal that your home is now in heaven and not here with the ones that love you so much..your memory and spirit are forever in my heart..i miss you and love you
AUNT CINDY
April 4, 2007
MY LITTLE CONE HEAD, JUST WANTED TO
SAY HOW MUCH I LOVE AND MISS YOU,WE ALL DO. EVERYDAY I LOOK OUT THE BACKDOOR AND SEE YOUR BIRDHOUSES AND BOTH OF THEM HAVE A FAMILY OF SPARROWS RESIDING, I SMILE AND THINK OF YOU. LOVE YA BUDDY.
Steve Doyle
March 30, 2007
I miss you more and more with every passing day bud. I love you more than anything and promise i will make you proud. I love you.
Jesica
November 1, 2006
Wow, its amazing how God always takes the best! I didnt know Chris very well, but he was a great friend to my brother and a wonderful addition to the northsides football team, too bad he left so soon. we could of acctually won a game!!
V. Jones
October 14, 2006
To the doyle family I am so sorry about your loss. i do not know your family but i am sending my prayers and sympahy to all of you. my heart goes out to each and every one of you god bless you all .
CINDY GILLINGHAM
September 13, 2006
MAN BUDDY,IT HAS BEEN A MONTH SINCE
YOU WENT TO LIVE IN HEAVEN, SEEMS LIKE A LIFETIME AGO SINCE YOU LEFT. WE ALL MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH. THERE IS SUCH A VOID IN OUR FAMILY LINK, BUT I KNOW THAT SOMEDAY OUR FAMILY CHAIN WILL BE LINKED FOREVER WHEN WE ALL GET TO HEAVEN. BUDDY WE WILL HAVE THE BIGGEST FAMILY GET TOGETHER YOU HAVE EVER SEEN, AND I PROMISE IT WONT'T BE SLOPPY JOES,MACARONI SALAD,POTATO SALAD,YADA YADA YADA... ALIX TAKES YOUR PICTURE OFF THE SHELF AND GIVES YOU A KISS JUST ABOUT EVERYDAY BEFORE SHE GOES TO SCHOOL, SHE MISSES YOU TO. SMILE DOWN ON US BUDDY, AND KNOW THAT WE ALL LOVE YOU AND MISS SO VERY MUCH. AUNT CINDY
Rose Hillery
August 22, 2006
Jim, Sherry, and Steve,
What a joy it was to have Chris in our home when he was in preschool and kdg. What a great guy!!! He was a parent's dream! He was so easy going and just a lovable person. Jim and Sherry, your love and care for Chris was impeccable! As you walk down the days of the coming year and the "firsts' of not having Chris present, remember that "Life is hard, but God is good". Sometimes we can't explain or understand why or how things happen in life, but we have a loving God who will walk beside us along the difficult paths in life. If you draw close to Him, He will draw close to you. You know our family is here for you. We are keeping you in our prayers.
With love and deep sympathy,
The Hillery Family
Kim and Greg Horstman
August 22, 2006
Dear Doyle family,
I am at a loss for what to say. Chris was a part of my "family" for a few years as a cub scout. I will always have a special place in my heart for him. I enjoyed having him in my home and as a friend to Zach. He will be truely missed. I know he touched many people with his gentle heart and that those that knew him will keep him alive in their hearts forever.
Noel Siddall
August 19, 2006
I only knew this guy for maybe a few days . He was a wounder he helped with the Brentwood Basketball team with fourth grade Mr.Martone . He came with a good friend shawn rigler. Well I love you Chris and I hope your life in heaven can be the best.
Barbara Sanden
August 17, 2006
Your family is in our hearts and words cannot express our deep sympathy for your loss. We didn't know Chris well, but I saw him several times at Kanan's birthday parties. He always seemed so happy with life. What a great kid!
Barbara & Jerry Sanden
Mikeyla Arellano
August 17, 2006
To the family of Chirs Doyle
I am sorry about the lose of Chris. He was nice and loved his frieds. My he rest in peace and those who care for him will never forget who he is and was.
Tiffany Newman
August 17, 2006
Chris,
You May Be Gone But You"ll Never Be FORGOTTEN.
To The Family,
Im Sorry For Your Loss I Cant Even Imagine The Pain You Are Going Through.May God Be With You and Your Family.
Jim & Kelly Mize & Family
August 17, 2006
Jim, Sherry, and Steven,
My family was so sorry to hear about Chris. It has been years since we have seen your family, but I remember what good kids Steven & Chris were, and how much fun Spencer & Kelsey had playing with them when we lived on Edgewater.
I can't imagine what you are going through, but our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jinx Gilliam
August 17, 2006
Jim and Sherry,
Today my heart cried when I heard of your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this very difficult time. May Jesus hold you in his arms and give you peace.
Kathleen Buelow
August 17, 2006
Sherry, Jim, Steven
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of need. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Tim Funk
August 17, 2006
It is so hard for me to express the deep sadness I feel for your family. Faye, Travis, and I are here for you whenever there is a need.
Though I only met Chris a few times, one of Faye and I's fondest memories of him is the first time your family came to our house. Chris and Travis had the cool idea to put the water sprinkler under the trampoline and make the back yard into a mud pit while Chris would spring Travis better than ten fet into the air. There laughter and our smiles were worth all of the laundry detergent and the ruts in the yard that were created by the sinking trampoline. I can feel the ruts when I mow over them to this day. Thanks guys.
The boys had never met prior to that day I do not believe. That is a testament to what a great spirit and personality he had in making new friends with ease.
Sherry, Jim, and Chris....you are in our prayers and hearts.
We love you,
Tim, Faye, and Travis Funk
JILL LOWE
August 17, 2006
TO THE DOYLES,
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. - JILL AND DEVAN (FROM YOUR DAYCARE 2002)
Christie Leininger
August 17, 2006
Our deepest sympathies go out to you. We know all too well that our Lord works in mysterious ways...many of which are very hard to understand. In time may you find peace.
Sincerely,
Christie, Josh & Jesse Leininger
Cory Miller
August 17, 2006
Jim, Sherry, and Steve
You know you guys are my family and always will be. I've already told you a thousand times I love you, and I appreciate all you've done for me through the years. Christopher is a special child and his soul lives on forever. He was like a little brother to me and will never be forgotten.
Love always,
Cory
Nash family
August 16, 2006
to the doyle's
i am very sorry to hear what happend to your son. Chris played football and baseball with my son Nicholas Nash.He was an awesome kid to be around. He will be deeply missed by all of us. I just wish i would of heard of his death before today(8/16/06) , Nick would of been there for support.
mary lou hawk
August 16, 2006
to the family of chris, no words can express my sorrow for the loss of your son, he is now an angel and a bright star, in the everlasting life. may god bless you all.
Keli High
August 16, 2006
To the Doyles,
I wanted to express my sympathy for your loss. My name is Keli and I didn't know your son but he played football with my nephew.When I watch a freshman game Chris will always be in my thoughts.
SummeR Welling
August 15, 2006
To the Doyles
Hi this is Kay's niece Summer. I seen Chris alot at their house on Tecumseh St and the baseball field. I just wanted to say that I am very sorry for your loss and that you are in my prayers. May God give you the strength to get through this tragic time.
Becky Pfeiffer
August 15, 2006
Jim, Sherry, and Steve,
We are so sorry to hear about Chris' passing. We have such good memories of the year that Josh and Chris played baseball together for Mark Fore. Josh still says that it was the best year of baseball that he ever had. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sam & Gina Loomis
August 15, 2006
With each sweet memory, may your heart remember that nothing will erase the love you have shared with Christopher and that his love will remain forever a part of your heart.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your grief. May the love and support of all of your friends help you during your time of loss.
Love and God Bless,
Sam & Gina
Michael Scott
August 15, 2006
Jim and Sherry, my name is Michael Scott, I worked with you guys at the Journal Gazette. I'm very sorry to hear about your son, Chris. I pray that you will find the strength to get through these tough times. Just remember that God knows best.
caitlyn Rigler
August 15, 2006
chris, I miss you. you always played with me. i will never forget you. love you. caitlyn
craig reaser
August 15, 2006
Jim,Sherry and steve my name is craig i'm one of kenny and melissa's roommates and i wanted to say im so sorry for your lose i only met chris a couple of times but he seemed like a really nice kid to me. may god be with you and your family in this time of greif.
Asia Burden
August 15, 2006
Chris- You will never be forgotten. You will remain in my heart and thoughts forever.
Love always,
Asia Burden
samara charters
August 15, 2006
chris..geez..i really can't even think of anything to say! it really didn't hit me till today that your gone..man..now who am i gonna talk to when all my boyfriends break up with me??lol geez kid..why'd you have to go!?!?!? i really don't know what im gonna do without you! ive known you for so long..and i miss you soo much already..its hard for me to even look at your picture! but you will always be in my heart! ALWAYS! and i just wanted to say..i STILL have that teddy bear you gave me in 5th grade that said i love you on it! i never told you but i loved you too!!! you were always there for me! no matter what!
to chris's family..i am very sorry for your loss!! we ALL loved chris..and its hard on all of us..but i know its hardest on you guys..chris was an amazing guy..he truely was..he always brightened up my day! you will be in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this hard time! if there is ANYTHING i can do..please tell me!
Amy & Tracy Kelly
August 15, 2006
TO THE FAMILY OF CHRISTOPHER JAMES DOYLE, NO WORDS CAN EXPRESS MY SORROW; your family is in our prayers. We Pray God will ease your pain and help you to find comfort and peace. My son went to school with CHRISTOPHER last year.
Linda Achenbach
August 15, 2006
Jim, Sherry and Steve,
My heart aches for you... Words cannot express my sorrow and I cannot imagine yours. He was taken too early. Just know that Heaven is an awsome place. Safe and secure. Know that Chris is in God's hands now. We will miss him sooo much. Our children have grown together and we have a special relationship that will never go away. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this awful time in your life. Love to you all. Linda Achenbach
Noelle Rigler
August 15, 2006
Chris..it looks like God needed another angel up in heaven and I he couldn't of picked a more awesome kid! You will always be one of the 4 amigos! You know I considered you one of my pain in the neck brothers haha We always did like to give each other a hard time. I'm gonna miss hearing you and Sean downstairs playin that football game arguing over the plays, or miss yelling at you boys not to blow off any fingers while I was in the shower cause you all were blowin up fireworks! I know you will be with all of us as we step into North Side on Monday. Especially be with your classmates as they live the next 4 years for you! Oh and watch over that football team of ours..maybe a winning season with such a great angel watchin over them? lol Let's hope! Keep watch over everyone as we miss you like crazy but know you're in a better place! Love you Chris!!
To the Doyle Family, you had an awesome son! You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
MARY HAWK
August 15, 2006
TO THE FAMILY OF CHRISTOPHER JAMES DOYLE, NO WORDS CAN EXPRESS MY SORROW,I WORKED WITH HIS GRANDPARENTS, DICK AND BETTY SURINE, AND KNEW HIS MOTHER SHERRY WELL.HE IS AN ANGEL,WITH GOD NOW!!
Amy Hoffman-Hvizdos
August 15, 2006
"Like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow" Robert Louis Stevenson
Your family is in our prayers. The short time that my children knew Chris he was a great friend, they had a great time playing home run derby with him.
Janet Hunt
August 15, 2006
We just learned of your loss and want to express our deep sympathy. We didn't know Christopher well but saw him at Kanan's birthday parties.
Our prayers are with you.
Janet, Patrick, Andrea & Ryan Hunt
Lisa Ludwig
August 15, 2006
Jim, Sherry and Steven
There are no words that can adequately express the ache in my heart at hearing of Chris' passing. What a gift he was and will continue to be as your new guardian angel watches over you. I pray God will ease your pain and help you to find comfort and peace. You know Chris would want that. He was so loved... and he knew it, so are you!
Laurie Wilson
August 15, 2006
Jim, Sherry,Steven,
I just heard the news tonite, and cried myself to sleep. I loved Chris as if he was my own, and this you know. May he be able to hug and walk with his old buddy Stan, and work together as carpenters, like our lord Jesus did on earth.
From Chris:
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too... that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Your laugh and your love is going to be missed. I love you Chris with all of my heart. Love Aunt Laurie
Connie McAfee
August 14, 2006
Jim & Sherry,
I just heard of your loss and my heart broke. We have not been in touch for a very long time but I wanted to make sure that I expressed to you my heart felt sympathy. It is hard to lose someone specially someone so young. I didn't know Chris that well but what I did know I could see that he was a great kid. Words will not take the pain away but time will ease it. Chris will be with you every day, listen to the wind and you will hear him whisper that he is ok and loves you. I am really deeply sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Turn to God for He is holding Chris in His arms right now. God bless you.
Peace,
Kathy Thompson
August 14, 2006
Sherry, Jim, Steve
When Patti told me the news I was so sad to hear of your loss. I am so sorry. Words just can't express. God Bless You All.
Megan S
August 14, 2006
Chris was an amazing friend, I didnt know him as much as most people but i wish i did. He always talked to me on the bus even if it was about something stupid. he would always listen. WE MISS YOU CHRIS!
nanci emel
August 14, 2006
man chris earned his wings to fly...he was a great kid and always said hi to me when he was mowing the lown or messing in the garage..he was a true boy and i will miss him alot...i didn`t really get to know him but as i knew him as a neighbor he was GREAT!! i love him lots and i will always remeber him as a nice kind and loving boy....i will never forget him and my thoughts and prayers go out to everyone...man he earned the wings to fly so fly away chris fly away!!
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