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Our amazing son, Kyle R. Driessen, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus Sunday, July 13. He passed away peacefully at home. Kyle entered our lives on December 15, 1996 and never failed to surprise us throughout his 17 short years. Kyle had his special way of communicating, those who knew him always heard him loud and clear. He enjoyed seeing his sister or friends getting into trouble. He loved his years at Syble Hopp School, he made many great friends and received the best care while being there. In Kyle's free time he enjoyed playing baseball through the Miracle League, running with myTEAM TRIUMPH and the summer program at the CP Center.
Kyle was always perfect in our eyes. We know he is now able to run and talk everyone's ear off. No more doctors' appointments, meds or seizures. We are anxious to see him again and take much comfort knowing he is "home" and free of the struggles he encountered.
He is survived by his parents John and Amy, his biggest supporter sister Emily, Grandparents John and Carol Brennan (Berlin, WI), Great Grandma Christina Shellabarger (Green Lake, WI); Aunts and Uncles: Godparents Keith and Paula Driessen (Little Chute, WI); Sharon and Paul Sprangers (Colville, WA); Gary and Chris Driessen (San Antonio, TX); Deb and Steve Mollen (Darboy, WI); Mary and John Eimmermann (Darboy, WI); Peggy and Eric Brinkmann (Kimberly, WI); and John and Kristi Brennan (Prior Lake, MN); and many awesome cousins who have been a great part of his life.
He was welcomed into Heaven by his grandparents Robert and Regina Driessen and Daisy, the awesome dog that was ready to protect Kyle at all times.
Family and friends may visit Wednesday July 16th at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 1307 Lourdes Ave De Pere from 9-11:45 a.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be presided by Fr. Tim Shillcox, O. Praem. at 12:00 p.m. followed by lunch. Burial will be at Mt. Calvary in De Pere. Please visit www.ryanfh.com to send online condolences to Kyle's family.
In lieu of flowers a memorial fund will be established.
Special thanks to all the staff at Syble Hopp, 10th Floor St. Vincent Staff, Dr. White (Minnesota Epilepsy Group), Country Kids, CP Center, and Children's Hospital of WI.
Our hearts are very heavy now but we will make him proud and always honor his memory by sharing the joy he brought to our lives. We will miss you! Love Mom, Dad, and Emily.
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" Matthew 11:28
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Memories and Condolences
for Kyle Driessen
July 18, 2014
John, sorry for your loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike Segall
Sharon Verbeten
July 17, 2014
Very sorry for your loss; my daughter is at Syble Hopp and also plays Miracle League; I didn't know your son but recognized him from the Christmas programs. Please find peace and prayers in remembering your special son and the joy he brought you.
John Hettrich
July 15, 2014
Mr.and Mrs Driessen & Emily
So sorry for your loss. I will miss Kyle a lot. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
John Hettrich
Terri Johanek
July 15, 2014
So sorry to hear about your loss!! Kyle didn't use words but ....that smile of his said more than any words could say!!! We enjoyed seeing kyle at ball games∈ the halls at school!! May you all find peace!! God bless you all!!! Cody johanek & family!!
Sandy Barnick
July 15, 2014
Dear John (family) my heart is sad for the loss of your son Kyle. I remember years ago you sharing stories of your amazing son with me. I have a daughter born in 1996 and I cannot even imagine what you are going through right now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. RIP Kyle. Sandy Barnick (NWTC)
July 15, 2014
Words cannot express how sorry we are for the loss of your son Kyle. I showed Cassidy his picture and explained that he is in heaven and she said she would miss him. I know that our special children are a blessing to us here on earth and have taught us and so many others such great things. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time. Scott & Sheri Sorenson & Cassidy
Steve and Sue Brossard
July 15, 2014
We are so sorry to hear about your great loss. We find comfort in knowing as you said, Kyle is free at last. Our prayers and love are with all of you.
Jody Van Wassenhoven
July 15, 2014
John, Amy and Emily,
So, so sorry to hear of Kyle's passing. You are in my thoughts and
Prayers.
July 15, 2014
John, Amy and Emily , I was so sorry to hear of Kyle' s passing. Please accept our sympathy. I know he will be missed.
Mary Ann and Dave Quayle
Carol VanHimbergen
July 15, 2014
John, Amy, and Emily
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you struggle through this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing that you did all that you could for Kyle; most importantly, you filled his life with love.
Barry(Shannon and Justice) McClure
July 14, 2014
We are very sorry for your loss. He was a happy young man and he will be missed.
Jim Gehring
July 14, 2014
We are so sad for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family.
Lori, Karen, Noah, & Josh
July 14, 2014
Very sorry for your loss words cannot express how sad we feel for the world. His smile and his special presence was a gift to everyone life he touched!
Lori & Karen & Noah
July 14, 2014
So sorry for your loss words cannot express how we feel for you. How lucky the world was to have his smile and his loving presence!
Terry, Lynn, Ryan, Olivia Bortz
July 14, 2014
John, Amy and Emily,
Your beautiful write up said it all. Prayers and thoughts are with you!
July 14, 2014
Hanger Clinic would like to express out deepest sympathy to Kyle's family. He will be missed ....Emery, Lynn, Leilani and Ross
sue maier
July 14, 2014
Dear John, Amy and Emily - please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find tremendous comfort in the many happy memories your family has shared.
Deborah Mentzel
July 14, 2014
Kyle's LIGHT is shining in Eternity. God's peace, which passes all human understanding, to all who love Kyle.
jane ritter
July 14, 2014
John,Amy and Emily, i was so sorry to hear about Kyle.he will truly be missed. my thought and prayers are with you at this time. jane ritter. former aide in springs room. i have many good memories of him at school and at camp.
Mike Bauer
July 14, 2014
John and family,
So sorry for your loss. The love you showed Kyle was a true inspiration to me. So glad you got to go to Mexico together this year. You will never know how much you affected me.
July 14, 2014
John, Amy and Emily...So sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Mary Bohl
Tiffany Wienke
July 14, 2014
He touched my heart in a special way. Sorry for your loss. Praying for the Driessen family.
Ellen Fox
July 14, 2014
So sorry John, Amy and Em. love you Kyle!
July 14, 2014
He was one of a kind.....always smiling...he will sadly be missed by everyone he has touched. Keeping your family in our prayers!
Love,
Hank-Gail-and Jobie Aldrich
Terri Haese R.N.
July 14, 2014
So sad, I will miss his smile and him watching my every move whenever I walked into his room!!
Linda Martin
July 14, 2014
John, Amy, & Emily,
My heart aches with your loss, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Kyle is already with God and has no more battles to fight, time to rest in peace. God Bless!!
Linda Martin
Judy Schuh
July 14, 2014
John, Amy and Emily, we are so sorry to hear about Kyle, he was a sweet angle that we couldn't keep here on earth with us. He will be missed. Sending you love and hugs. Judy, Dan and Shelby Schuh
Sandie Frederickson
July 14, 2014
John, Amy, Emily, and families,
So sorry for your loss. Kyle was an inspiration to every one who knew him. Thoughts and prayers to you and your families in this difficult time
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