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Kayla Ann Grier

Kayla Grier Obituary

Grier, Kayla Ann
Feb. 7, 2003 - June 10, 2007

Kayla Ann Grier, 4, Sarasota, died June 10, 2007.
The services will be private.
Our sweet little angel was tragically taken from us on June 10, 2007. Her bright smile, humor and good nature was infectious. She loved going camping with her mommy, grandpa and grandma. She loved Dora the Explorer, Diego, Strawberry Shortcake, riding her bike, dancing and swimming, and anyone that had the fortune to meet Kayla, loved her.
Kayla had many friends at Kinder Haus preschool where she had attended since she was 6 weeks old. She loved her current teachers, Miss Jennifer and Miss Tara, and spoke fondly of Miss Laura, Miss Sommer and Miss JoAnn. She will be sorely missed by all the teachers who had Kayla in their classes - she was a joy to teach and she loved to learn anything new.
Kayla is survived by her mother, Jamie Grier of Sarasota, maternal grandparents Don and Joyce Nichols of Sarasota, paternal grandfather Jim Watson of Charlotte, Mich., great-grandmothers Florence Pople of Lansing, Mich., and Fran Nichols of Sarasota, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. Kayla was preceded in death by her Uncle Jason Watson, stepgrandmother Vicki Watson and paternal grandparents Robert and Ann Grier formerly of Charlotte, Mich.
Her immediate family requests that donations be made to the Kayla Ann Scholarship Fund, c/o Phillip's Kinder Haus, 2729 Constitution Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34231.
Spread your angel wings little Kayla, our sweet face "Kiki D." Your time here on earth was too short and only God knows why you were taken away so suddenly. Your eternal life has begun and our hearts are heavy and the sadness is overwhelming. We'll see you again one day, until then Jow will watch over you.

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Published by Herald Tribune on Jun. 14, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Kayla Grier

103 Entries

December 1, 2010

We just want you, Jamie, to know we are thinking about you and hope you are doing well. John & Donny Lott.

November 30, 2010

We just want to say hello to Jamie and hope all is going well for her. We all love and miss her. The Lott boys.

Jamie Grier

August 31, 2009

My sweet Kayla,

I miss you so much! Every day hurts without you. I know that you hurt without me and miss me too. I don't know why you had to leave me so early. I don't understand a lot about the night you went to Heaven. I do know that I love you so much and miss you every second. Not a minute goes by that I don't miss you Kayla. I have so many great memories of you and those are what keep me going. I am working hard to get better for you and I know you are watching over me every day. Until I see you again mommy loves you to the moon and back a million times and more.

I love you sooo much Kayla my CK Angel,
hugs and kisses,
Love, Mommy

Joyce and Don Nichols

August 31, 2009

Our dear sweet Kayla (grandpa's Punk and grandma's Kiki),

Because you are in Heaven and not in our physical presence our hearts hurt so much. The pain and sadness in our hearts will stay with us for the rest of our lives. We will never know why you were taken from us so early. We will never know the answers to all of our questions. We are as unclear today about what happened as we were on June 10, 2007. All we do know from that day forward is that you are not with your mommy, your grandpa or me your grandma. Now that the time has moved forward the pain is softening but oh sweet Kayla you are missed every moment of every single day. Your smile, your giggles, your sillyness, how smart and creative you were, how much fun we had, your hugs, all your cute sayings, the funny & cute things you did, your sweet voice saying "I luf you". Everything about you....everything is what is missed. We know you are in Heaven with Jesus and loved so much. We know you are happy, playing every day and we know that you will never be hurt again. You are safe in the arms of Jesus. We know that Uncle Jason is there taking care of you every single day too. We will see you again one day but until then we miss you with every fiber of our beings and love you more than words can adequately express.

Love, hugs & kisses for a lifetime,
Grandma & Grandpa

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Marianne Jones

August 27, 2009

Jamie, I still think about you and Kayla every day. I miss you guys so much. Tyler still talks about you teasing him in summer camp about Miranda. ( Tyler and Miranda sittin in a tree) Connor also remembers you fondly, and I remember Connor looking out for Kayla on the baby playground when he was ill and didn't want to be with the big kids. I love you, and Monkey face. I can still see her smile, and remember nap time in Jojo's room, getting her to sleep, or cuddling her because she didn't want to nap. My thoughts are with all of you, Jame, Joyce and Don. I pray for you alot. Marianne

Joyce Nichols

June 10, 2009

Sweet Kayla,

Your presence--your smile, your giggles, your hugs--everything about you are so missed that it's hard to imagine that one day the pain in our hearts will soften. As we deal with today, which marks the second anniversary that you were so tragically taken from us, we are still struggling to understand why this happened...we can't because we miss you too much...there just wasn't enough time with you. Mommy, grandpa and I try very hard to hold tight to all the memories of you to keep you near. Even though you were only 4 years old, you left us with thousands of memories and we cherish each one as golden treasures.

We love you so much sweetie and there aren't any words that accurately describe how much we miss you.

We love you SO much Kayla!

Hugs, kisses and love forever,
Mommy, Grandpa and Grandma

Joyce Nichols

January 6, 2009

My Sweet Kayla,

We just had our second Christmas without your presence and it was just as heartbreaking this year as last year, the first year. The joy is gone. We have now entered another new year and we face all your anniversaries - the first is your birthday next month...you would have been six years old. Unbelievably sad that you aren't here....still trying to understand everything.

Your mommy is still doing her best. She started physical, occupational and speech therapy yesterday. She's still working hard to get better so that one day she will stand tall for you. Your mommy misses you so much that hearing her cry every day tears my heart apart. Mommy struggles so hard to understand why you were taken away. One day her pain will soften. We are all helping your mommy the best way we can.

We love you and miss you so much Kayla. You were the sunshine in our daily lives and now you are our bright Angel in Heaven.

Hugs & kisses for a lifetime,
Mommy,
Grandma & Grandpa

Bob Lott

September 22, 2008

Jamie,

I just heard about your daughter Kayla and would like you to know how sad I feel for you and the pain your mom must feel. I didn't know her but if she was anything like her mom, she was the most wonderful little girl in the world. Hopefully some day we will meet again and you will be able to visit with you step brothers again. They would love it.
We will keep you and Kayla in our prayers.

Joyce Nichols

August 25, 2008

Dear Kayla,

If I close my eyes I can see you twirling in your Cinderella dress. If I close my eyes I can see you dancing in your little ballet slippers. If I close my eyes I can see you sitting next to me and mommy as we do our "desserations". If I close my eyes I can see your beautiful smile. If I close my eyes and concentrate I can still hear your beautiful little giggle. If I close my eyes I can feel your little arms hugging me tight. If I close my eyes I can hear you say "I luf you grandma". When my eyes are closed, tears still roll down my cheeks. When my eyes are closed, I still miss you to my inner core. When my eyes are closed, the pain is still raw. Whether my eyes are closed or open I will love you eternally. You will always be my "Sweet Kiki D".

Love, hugs & kisses for a lifetime,
Grandma

Tammy Ochs

June 14, 2008

Kayla it has been a year and not a day does not go by without all of us at kinderhaus missing your sweet smile and keeping you alive in our hearts and minds we talk about you and love you Ms Laura has a special plaque for you now at school with a little girl and butterflys its so sweet and it sits at the front of the school.We will never forget and your pictures remind us just how special you were to everyone and to all of us teachers.LOL Ms.Tammy

Jessica Parrott

June 13, 2008

Dearest Kayla,

I truly cannot believe that it has been one year. You would be so proud of your mommy and the progress that she makes everyday, even through her heartache. I know that she thinks about you every second of everyday and misses you terribly. We all miss and know that you watch from heaven. Everytime I see pictures of you playing with your cousin Jackson, it makes me cry. Much love, Aunt Jessica, Uncle Jason, Aunt Meghan, Grandpa Watson and Jackson

Joyce Nichols

June 12, 2008

Our Sweet Kayla Ann,

It's hard to believe you have been in Heaven for one year now (6/10). We're still trying to understand and comprehend that you are not here with us - you were only 4...there was so much more for you to do here with us but as sad as we are we know that we have to keep moving forward, just like we had to do when Jason died 17 years ago. You are with your Uncle Jason and we know that he is taking very good care of you. But oh we miss you so!! We took your mommy away for a few days to help her get through the one year mark of your being gone. Your mommy is trying to be so strong--she is trying to be brave so you are not sad seeing her crying all the time. Your mommy is trying to get better too. She's doing that for you.

We love you and miss you so much that it still hurts. Hurts to the core.

Hugs & kisses for a lifetime to you Kayla from Mommy, Grandma & Grandpa xxxxooooooooxxxxx

Joyce Nichols

April 22, 2008

April 22, 2008

My sweet Kiki D,

You have been in Heaven now 10 1/2 months. It's still so unreal, but so uncomprehensibly real. We miss you such much that there are no words left for the pain and constant ache of not having you here. It's just too, too sad.

I know you hear your mommy talking to you every day. Her heart is broken. When her sadness overwhelms her, you hear her crying. It is ok if she cries. She misses her sweet CK. Mommy is still working so hard so she can stand tall for you. She won't give up that goal for you to see her stand up. I keep reminding your mommy that you are looking down from Heaven and cheering her on! Thank you Kayla!

I'm sorry grandpa didn't write to you like I said he would. His words don't come easily on paper. He speaks to you from his heart and I know that you hear him. He misses his little 'punk' so much it's hard for him to talk about you right now. Your grandpa loves you so much.

Grandma loves you too. There are so many things left undone when you were suddenly taken from us. I know Uncle Jason, Grandma (GG), and all your family are doing all of those things with you in Heaven. We just have to visualize and think really hard to see you running & playing there, and not here. Everytime I see a butterfly, I know you are so, so close.

Love, hugs & kisses for a lifetime,
Grandma

Nichole (Niki) Roux

April 21, 2008

Jamie, Joyce and Don,
I am so sorry for you loss. I had the opportunity to meet Kayla when she was about 6 month's old. She was a beautiful little girl. My grandmother and I talk of you all often and you are alway's in our prayer's. Jamie I would like to hear from you at some point I miss you dearly. Thinking of you all.

Joyce Nichols

February 16, 2008

February 7, 2008: Today you would have been five. It was a tearful, heartbreaking day. All the memories of you are alive in all of us but the hurt of you not being here is palpable. We miss you sweet Kayla, every second of every day.

Mommy's birthday was February 10th. It was very hard for her to be happy and celebrate for she is missing you so.

As you watch mommy from Heaven, you know she has started her therapies again. She is still going to "stand tall for you" one day.

We love you Kayla and miss you so very much.

Hugs & kisses for a lifetime,
Grandma

ps: Mommy will write you soon. Grandpa is with Uncle Travis in Daytona Beach - you know how they love Nascar. Kisses from them too!

Joyce Nichols

January 10, 2008

Sweet Kayla,

Every month that you are not here just seems to fly by with lightening speed. 1,2,3,4,5,6 and now 7 months? How can that be possible? It seems like just a few days ago that I took you for a walk, followed you as you proudly rode your Strawberry Shortcake bicycle, sat at the table and did "designs" with you, had a tea party with you (something we had done since you were one), listened to you as you sang in the shower, or sat by the tub as you took your bubble bath, or read to you as you cuddled next to me. There are no words to describe how I miss every second of all of our time together--all 4 years of your short life. No words. I know that you are in a safe, happy place in Heaven with Jesus but to see your bright, happy face; to feel your little arms wrapped around my neck as you say "I luf you grandma" ... I would give my life for those precious moments. As grandpa, your mommy and I continue to face each day without you brings us no peace. There are still many unanswered questions; but you soar in Heaven with Uncle Jason, Charlie and as of November 12th your sweet "GG". Knowing that you are with Jesus, Uncle Jason, cousin Charlie and now GG--we know you are safe and happy. But the pain we deal with on a daily basis is not lessened. We miss you beyond words sweet Kiki. Life is SO not the same without you here (how could it possibly be?)---the joy and happiness you brought to all of our lives is gone. Memories don't replace you. Your essence doesn't replace you. That's what we have left and we are doing the best we can to move forward without you and the dreams we had for you. You live in all of our hearts...forever.

Tearfully--
Love, hugs and kisses to last a lifetime from,
Grandma, Mommy and Grandpa Pancakes

Joyce Nichols

December 29, 2007

Dear Sweet Precious Angelic Kayla,

Your mommy, grandpa and I "skipped Christmas" this year...last year with you, which was your last Christmas chokes us up. There are no words to describe our heartache that you are in Heaven and not here with us. Mommy cries for you every day. Grandma cries for you every day but know that grandpa and I through our daily struggles are doing the best we can, especially to help your Mommy through this time--she is so lost without her CK. Grandpa Pancakes is lost without his lil' punk, and Grandma is completely lost without you, her Kiki D. Last year was the best Christmas we experienced since your Uncle Jason went to Heaven in 1990. At 3 years old you were just old enough to appreciate Santa Claus and all the fun that Christmas holds. We only got that one glorious year but we will treasure it for as long as we live.

There isn't a second that goes by in our haze-filled days that you sweet Kayla aren't in our thoughts. We know you are happy and safe in Jesus' arms in Heaven but our arms are empty, our hearts hurt because we miss you so much.

We loved you so much when you were in our presence (4 years wasn't enough!), we love you so much every day since you flew to Heaven on 6/10/07 and we will love so much always and always ... or as you always said "I luf you".

Hugs & kisses to last the rest of our lifetimes--until we see you again in Heaven,
Love from Mommy, Grandpa & Grandma

JoAnn (JoJo) Pople

December 13, 2007

Don, Joyce and Jamie. I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. I never met Kayla but did see pictures when she was less than a year. I can't imagine how you feel but I know, you know, Kayla is with Uncle Jason and now Charlie and someday you will all be together again and live forever in love and peace and beauty. God bless you all. I love you Jamie, and Kayla - Aunt JoJo

Joyce Nichols

December 11, 2007

To our sweet, angelic Kayla,
It has now been six months since you went to Heaven on angel's wings. There isn't a second during the day that your physical presence isn't missed to the point that we hurt. Christmas is approaching--it's beyond difficult as there will never be another Christmas for Mommy, Grandpa or me that will outshine the Christmas with you last year, 2006. It was magical. The joy on your face, the light in your bright eyes with every gift you opened let us know that Santa was very good to you because as you told Santa, you were a very good girl that year so you got everything you had wished for. You deserved everything you got because you were always such a good little girl. You were a sweet, kind, caring, loving, beautiful little girl and for as long as we live, the essence and spirit of you sweet Kayla, my little Kiki D, will be missed. Time will soften the pain of your not being with us, heal? no...soften yes....but not for a long, long time. We miss you so much--all the questions that start with "WHY" will always remain unanswered. Since you were greeted in Heaven by Jesus, little Charlie joined you just 18 days later, and just one month ago "GG" (great-grandma) arrived in Heaven and knowing that GG is with you and taking good care of you, Jason & Charlie is comforting. But having GG leave so soon after you and Charlie left us, leaves us beyond grief-stricken. Kayla, know that although you are gone, you will never be forgotten and our love and memories of you and all the joy and love you brought into our lives in your four short years will live in us forever. You were our bright, shining star here and now you are a bright, shining angel in Heaven. Mommy is doing the best she can....she misses you so much. You were such a help when you would push her in her wheelchair..everything you did to make mommy feel loved is what is keeping your mommy focused on getting better and someday, she will "stand really tall" for you...you were her inspiration every day to recover...and one day her motiviation will return and she will want to work hard for her little CK. We miss you so much sweet Kayla...there are no exact or appropriate words that describe the pain in our hearts. Until we see you in Heaven we send you all our love sweet Kiki D.

Hugs & kisses to last a lifetime,
Mommy, Grandma and Grandpa "Pancakes"

Joyce Nichols

September 10, 2007

Our dear Sweet Kayla,

It's been three months since you've been gone from our presence; 3 long months since we've seen your beautiful smile and heard your infectious laugh. How are your Mommy, Grandma and Grandpa going on? We often ask ourselves that. It seems incomprehensible that you are not here with us. All the memories that you created in our midst from dancing for us, from dancing in the tub full of bubbles saying "uh, I'm bad, you know it", to the countless of hours we spent enjoying every second with you--our loss of not seeing you is heartbreaking. There is an emptiness in our hearts and souls that will never be filled because of your absence. You know how much we loved you. We love you sweet Kayla and trust that you are happy in Heaven with Jesus, Jason and Charlie. Our hearts break every second that you are not here with us, your essence abounds in every corner of our home. If sadness could be heard, it would be heard around the world how lonely we are for you. We miss you so much and ache every day for your hugs and the words you lovingly spoke to Mommy, Grandma & Grandpa "I Love you." We can still hear you say those words and we want you to know we will love and miss you always.

Heartbroken and missing you--
Love, hugs & kisses from now to eternity,
Mommy, Grandma & Grandpa

Ms. Teresa

July 26, 2007

Dear Kayla & Jamie,
I know we haven't met before, but I have heard so many great things about you and when I first started kinderhouse in the 3's class Kayla touched my heart. She was a very loving kind little girl that everyone loved as their own. We miss her very much and it is hard to go though the days at Kinderhouse. I just couldn't imagine what you are going through. I'm very very sorry for your lost, She is in a very safe place now and being the perfect angel she always was, looking over all the love ones.
Kayla and you will be in my prayers.
LOVE ALWAYS,
Ms.Teresa

Lala Cortez

July 14, 2007

Dear Jamie,
There are no words that I can say that will make your pain go away... I can't even imagine what you are going through.
I remember meeting Kayla at the hospital (Sparrow) and I thought what an angel... all I can say is you have all the beautiful memories with you in your heart and soul, you might not realize it rightnow but that will keep you going, so just know that you and your family are in my thoughts and in my prayers always,
With all my love and prayers,
Lala Cortez (Sandie's Mom)

Grace Jones(Saldivar)

July 14, 2007

Dear Jamie, Our prayers are with you now and always. I got the chance to meet beautiful Kayla while visiting you at the hospital with Sandie she was with your mom,so sweet and innocent. A terrible thing has happend to you and I can't even imagine the pain that you are going through. My heart is with you. We know that Kayla is now an angle in heaven, she is still with you she didn't go far just home, home to heaven with the rest of the beautiful angles. Heaven is a wonderful place. May God be with you to ease your pain, we love you and our hearts and prayers are with you.
Love you,
Grace & my son Stephen Jones (Saldivar)

Hampton Bumgarner and Families

July 14, 2007

Dear Jamie, Joyce, Don,
and extended families,

There is no starry-eyed response to the events which you have held, but there is a larger truth, a greater Holding of what and who we are. This Absolute Sovereign gives us both Divine and permissive Will, a great lesson and difficulty in life for each and all of us, and more so for many. Divine Will wants all of us to be more caring, to act out of courage and compassion, just as you are being called to do now out of Love and Forgiveness, realizing that you would never want for anyone's unhappiness. You carry the greater Gift, but also the greater Task, and you are capable and blessed within it.

Knowing as I do that if Kayla and Jamie are only a portion of what I know to be true, a Sacred Gift will evolve out of this, a Knowing of your own Divine nature that knows no time, space and circumstance, and only Sufficiency and Essence.

All that is Good will remain, and the Truth is held in the spaces and the Silence between the words for a greater cause, your singular Blessing: they are still here, now moreso as it is only the invisible that lasts.

With Love, Gracious Compassion, and Incredible Tendereness to each and all of you and yours,

The Bumgarner families

Doug Nichols

July 14, 2007

Don, Joyce and Jamie,
I thought the words would come by now, but maybe they don't exist. This simply is not the way things should be.
There are some words that are there for you though:
The STRENGTH that each of the three of you have that you can share with one another.
The HEALING that has just begun and will continue on and on.
The MEMORIES of Kayla's smiles, giggles and laughter and all those good times you had with her.
The COURAGE to forge ahead despite all that has happened.
The SUPPORT of family and friends.
Love to you all,
Doug

Erin Schlappi

July 13, 2007

Dear Jamie, Joyce and Don,

I am so very sorry about your terrible loss. Please know that I am thinking about you all and praying for you during this difficult time. I wish I had the chance to meet Kayla, it sounds like she was a precious angel who touched many lives.

Sandie Hill (Saldivar)

July 13, 2007

Jamer, I am very sorry that this terrible, terrible thing has happend to all of you. I met Kayla at the hospital when I was up there to visit with you. She was such a beautiful happy little girl. My heart goes out to you and your family. I know words can't even express the pain that you are going through. We are deeply sorry for your loss. We are with you always as is our prayers. We love you.

Bob, Sandie and family

Patty (Burnett) Thuma

July 9, 2007

Dearest little Kayla,
You were here only a short time but oh how many lives you touched! What a blessing you were to you're mommy and Grandma and Grandpa! They miss you very much, it is plain to see. But fear not, one day you will all be together again. No more tears and no more pain! Thank you Lord for your promises!

Lynn Schlappi

July 9, 2007

Jamie, Joyce, and Don,

I am so sorry for your loss and think of you all often. From all of the entries I can tell that Kayla was a very special little girl who was loved so much.

"May God hold you in the palm of His hand."

Love,
Lynn

Shirley (Gleim) Bruskotter

July 9, 2007

God calls us home sometimes sooner than those left behind are ready to have happen. Those you have left behind are shedding tears not just for you, but for themselves, because of how much they miss you. My prayer for you is that God is holding you and your family down here on earth close to him and comforting them as time begins to offer healing. Though we never met - I was a former VFW resident.
Prayers are with you Joyce.

Joyce Nichols

July 8, 2007

Dear sweet Kayla,
One month has passed since you went to be with Jesus. It's hard to believe that we haven't seen your smiling angel face, heard your infectious giggle or watch you dance around in your Cinderella dress and ballet slippers in that space of time...4 weeks that have sped by in a flash. We miss you beyond words. There is an ache in our hearts that hurts more with each passing day. We love you to the moon and back.

Love, hugs and kisses for a lifetime,
Mommy, Grandma & Grandpa

Kiki D hug JOW for us.

Keith Nichols

July 2, 2007

From my family to yours, our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow and grief. I can not even imagine what all of you are going thru. I hope this will help when the time is right or every day as needed.
You have been touched with a blessing that no one else can imagine. Just the sweet smell or the simple smile that can not be reproduced every time you saw the smile. It goes without saying that God had blessed you, and everyone that was touched by her. Her memories of you will be forever as well as yours and all she has touched will be also.
Sincerely,
The Keith Nichols Family

Mary Ann Nowak

June 30, 2007

Dear Kayla
I am saddend that you had to leave us so soon. However you are up in heaven with all the other special angels that once shared you life. You will always be remememberd in our daily prayers and missed very much. Love you.

Joyce Nichols

June 28, 2007

Little Kayla,

Today your cousin Charlie got his angel wings and joined you in Heaven. At three years old, Charlie was an amazing strong little guy battling cancer. For reasons we'll never know, just like you not being here, he was called home to Heaven. It's only been ten days since you went to Heaven to be with Jesus and now along with Jason, you have Charlie and so many others.

Our grief is beyond words right now but there is peace in knowing that Charlie was welcomed Home by you, Jason, Annie and Jesus.

Our tears that flow will flow for a long time....we'll miss you forever. From Heaven you can hear our questions--wondering why you....but those questions won't be answered until we come Home to be with you, Jason and Charlie.

In the meantime, grief overwhelms us by you not being in our presence. Your bright shining face, laughter and the little girl that we can't see right now, will remain in our hearts forever.

Always loved,
Hugs and kisses for a lifetime,
Mommy, Grandma and Grandpa

Cee Martin

June 28, 2007

There are no words that can ease your pain, only God and time can do that. My mother once told me that our children are not really ours, but only on loan to us until God calls them home. Kayla filled your life with love, laughter, and joy. Rejoyce in the time you had her, and in the fact thay you will all be reunited one day.
Jamie, from the pictures your mom sent me I could see that she was a beautiful child, and well loved. Her time with you was so short, but her smile, her laugh, her scent will be with you until the end of time.
Joyce, you are one of the strongest women it has been my privilege to know. (The other was my mother.) God has passed your strength on to Jamie. I only met Don that one time when the two of you, Sally, Chuck, met us for lunch, but I know he and Jamie are second only to God in your source of strength. You are all in my prayers.

Matthew Brooks

June 26, 2007

Hello Kayla's Family,

I have thought of what to say for days, and can come up with nothing. I can't imagine what it feels like to lose your child. You are supposed to watch your child grow up and laugh and play, and because of complete selfishness, your bundle of joy has been taken from you. Only God and time will be able to somewhat comfort the pain. Rely on the happy thoughts of her to get you through these rough times, and even though we have never met, I will help your family any way I can if you need it. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I am sure Kayla is watching down on your family.

Kate Clark

June 26, 2007

I'm very sorry to hear about young Kayla. I hope the wonderful memories you had with her bring back some joy...
(Kim Pople's cousin)

Sabrina Strawn

June 25, 2007

Dear Jamie, Joyce, Don and family,
Your story, like ripples in a pond, have traveled to the farthest shore and will affect many lives. God's love shines through you and for you. God bless and keep you in his loving arms.

Pamm McGarty (Nichols)

June 25, 2007

My heart breaks for you all and I cannot imagine your sorrow and pain. I wish there was something I could do to ease you suffering right now, but I know that when times get particularly tough, all you will need to do is to think of that beautiful baby and you won't be able to do anything but smile! Always thank God for the time you had with her. My grandma says she was a very special little girl. Uncle Don, I love you and know that my heart if full of sadness for you guys. I don't know how you go on. May God keep you safe and sane and the loving family that you are. With all my heart and love,
Pamm

Randy Nichols

June 25, 2007

Don & Joyce and Jamie:

I am deeply sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you to wish you the peace and strength you need to handle this.

Ligaya Etlinger

June 24, 2007

My Dearest Jamie,
I cannot express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your beautiful child. I met Kayla in the hospital when I came to cut your hair. I remember her being so active and full of life. Just remember that those memories will dance in your mind just like she did in person. I know you loved her so much and it showed. I always looked forward to your moms appointments to find out what Kayla was up to.....I felt as if I really knew her quite well. She is an angel and she's watching over mommy.
Please know that I care so much about you and your family and if there is anything I can do.....just say the word. I love you! Kayla, you have the best mommy in the world!!!
Joyce and Don,
Jamie is a part of a wonderful family and she is so lucky to have parents that care so much and have given her so much support through everything. You have endured so much over the course of the years and my thoughts are with you too. You have got to be the strongest people I know .......it has inspired and encouraged me .I truly admire your strength and I know where is comes from.....My heart goes out to all of you and know that Kayla is your hearts!!!!!! She is truly an angel!!!! We'll miss you Kayla!!!! Love, Ligaya

Phil and Nancy Riordan

June 24, 2007

Don, Joyce and Family,

I can not for the life of me imagine what you two and your daughter are going through with this tragedy. We are so terribly sorry to hear of your loss and hope you can find comfort with God in this time of sorrow.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Laura (Welch) Benford

June 24, 2007

I am terribly sorry for the loss of your little girl, Kayla. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Candice Wilmore

June 24, 2007

Dear Jamie and family,

Vicki Watson was my cousin. Ann and Bob Grier were wonderful friends from Charlotte, schoolmates and more.

Jamie, I was with you at Sparrow after the accident, so we never actually met, but I did spend time with Kayla and your mother. I will always remember how beautiful and serene you were, even in your condition.

I cannot begin to imagine or understand what has happened but I'm sure somehow, by God's amazing grace, you will carry on.

Much love

Susan Chambers

June 23, 2007

My Dear Jamie, Joyce and Don,
You are three of the strongest people I know and I adore you all. You gave so much love to Kayla and her life was so blessed because of you. Jamie, watching you grow both in your recovery and as a mother has been been a rare and special gift to me!! You are aww inspiring!!! You have worked so hard, for yourself but mostly for Kayla. I know you will keep that spirit alive in yourself, the love you and Kayla and your parents shared goes far beyond the physical world. She proved that to you and showed you clearly that she will always be right there in your heart, right beside you every step of the way, a beautiful angel named Kayla!! "Mommy can stand so tall"
I am always here for you!!
Susan

Bill Corristan

June 22, 2007

Hi there! Dear Jamie, Don & Joyce...Thank you for allowing me to have the awesome privilege of sharing in your celebration of Kayla's life! What a incredible life it was - it seems she touched more lives in her four precious years than a lot of folks do in many times that number! Baptizing her was especially amazing as our droplets of water merged to form a heart! She will always be alive in your heart & your head as long as you take the time to remember and in doing so we can know she is alive in God's heaven! She is more alive than she has ever been! Jamie...keep working to stand real high! Kayla will always be a part of your miracle! Don & Joyce... God is using the generous giving of your time, talents and treasures to change lives! I love you each and all a lot and God loves you a lot more! He will be with you always!

Judy Lynch

June 21, 2007

Jamie, Joyce & Don,
Words can not express the sorrow that I feel for all of you. I never met Kayla but I know she was the apple of her grandma's eye. She was such a beautiful girl (which I know from the pictures that grandma sent to me a few years ago). Knowing that Kayla is with Jason,Jesus and God will hopefully give you comfort in this very sad time. Please know that I pray for God to comfort and uplift you so that you may deal with this tragedy.
Love
Judy Lynch

Kevin Pople Jr. and Michelle Brunke

June 21, 2007

Jamie, Joyce and Don,

We don't know if there is anything to say that can help with the pain, but all of you are in our thoughts. We are so sorry for your loss. Keep the memories close to your hearts.

Anne Ridings

June 21, 2007

Jamie, Joyce and Don,

My deepest sympathies to you all. Words cannot express my sorrow at your loss and I hope that in time your memories bring you peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Roberta Noss

June 21, 2007

Joyce and family,
There simply are not words to convey the thoughts and expressions of sorrow that I wish to convey. Just know that prayers are with you.
Roberta

Alice & David Broyles

June 21, 2007

Dear Don, Joyce, Jamie & Family,

You've had so much tragedy in your
lives. Our hearts go out to you and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. The special things about Kayla will live on inside your hearts forever.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

Sending our love,

David & Alice Broyles

Sheila Garbade

June 21, 2007

Jamie, Joyce and Don:

My thoughts are with you every day. Kayla was a beautiful spirit who will be sorely missed in this world. Whenever I think about Kayla I visualize a very special little angel who is watching us from her new home in heaven.

My prayers are with you.

Sheila

Tish Steward

June 21, 2007

Jamie, Joyce and Don

I just don't know what to say except that I'm so sorry for your loss. Just know I LOVE YOU ALL very much and you are (as always) in my thoughts and prayers.

Robin Serbin

June 20, 2007

Jaime: I am a friend of a friend of yours, so you don't know me -- but I want you to know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry to hear of your loss and can only pray that you will be able to have Kayla's sweet memories comfort you throughout your life.

Kevin & Nancy Pople

June 20, 2007

Jamie, Joyce and Don,

We don't know where to start except to express our heartfelt sympathy. We know how much you all loved Kayla. It showed in her smile and in her eyes. May your memories of the laughter and love you shared bring you peace now and always. Our prayers are with you.

Charna Welch

June 20, 2007

Joyce, Don & Jamie: We're so sorry for the grief and sense of loss you must be feeling. Hopefully, you'll find some comfort in all the words of support and the prayers that are sent your way. Our love to you.

Sally and Chuck Tucker

June 20, 2007

Dearest Jamie, Joyce and Don
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for all of you. What a beautiful child Kayla was; I was so fortunate to have met her. We know your wonderful memories of Kayla will eventually comfort you. Our prayers are with you every day. God Bless all of you.

Love, Sally and Chuck

Ted Gulliver

June 20, 2007

No matter how many times I hear"Life is not fair." I still think that it should be fairer. Too many times bad things seem to happen to the same people over and over and many times these are very good people.

Joyce has been an insiration and great help to those in our family and she has done it at a time when she is the one who could use some of that help herself.

I never met Kayla, but I had daughters and as a father I have a very soft spot in my heart for daughters. That makes it hurt whenever I hear of pain or loss of someone so young.

I have found, too, that almost everyone goes through some loss and pain and it is how you handle it that will make a difference. I hope that you all can handle this one more loss.

Ted Gulliver

Kristi Jackson

June 20, 2007

Jamie and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I met Kayla through her doctors office. I had the privelege of being her nurse from the beginning. She was always a delight and brought a smile to my face when she came in. I will truly miss her. God Bless You

Tim, Mia, John, and Billy Nowak

June 20, 2007

Dear Joyce and Family,

We were so saddened to hear of the loss of your little angel. We know she is now in heaven watching over all of us.

You have always been special to us and we will keep you and your entire family in our daily prayers.

Cherish the memories you have of Kayla. Those memories are your forever.

May God be with her and may He watch over you and keep you strong.

Our love and deepest sympathies.

Mary and Don Binder

June 20, 2007

My dearest friend and sister, Jamie and Don,

There ARE NO WORDS to express the sadness Don and I feel at this moment. WORDS, cannot make the sadness and pain you feel go away. How... I ....wish!

Words however, spoken from the heart, are ALL we have to express our love and support.

Please understand that Kayla is there, always there. You'll see her in every new day, smiling at you. She is all around you.

Embrace and celebrate her life every day!

Jamie, I love you sweetie.

I love you GF, Jamie and Don.

All our love, today and forever.

Rory&Susan Pople

June 20, 2007

Joyce Jamie and family;
Our hearts go out to you. My hope is the sun never stops shining on you now and forever. God bless you!
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Meghan Hettich

June 20, 2007

Joyce and Don,
Words cannot express how I am feeling for you right now.
Jamie,
You are so strong and amazing, I am so proud to have you as my sister. YOU were the twinkle in Kayla's eyes and YOU were the reason Kayla smiled. Kayla will always be with us, as I will always be here for you.

I love you so much,

peggy mccomas

June 20, 2007

my heart and tears go out for you. i never got to meet your angel, but i did meet her mother as a teenager. words cant express my deep sympathy and sense of loss for you. my thoughts and prayers are with you, and yes jamie, kayla is sitting on Gods knee laughing and being safe and happy, you can be sure of that. i love you joyce, and i grieve for your loss.

Ronald Pople

June 20, 2007

Joyce -- May God put his loving arms around and under you during this terribly sad time and give you strength. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

Ron and Bonnie Pople

Tom & Evelyn Wells

June 20, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you all for the loss of this innocent little girl. Joyce, I haven't seen you since you were a small child, but, being your Uncle Tom, I feel deeply for you.

Pam Schultz

June 19, 2007

JOYCE,
Our hearts go out to you and Jamie.
Kayla will be in our Prayers.
Love,
Pam & Larry Schultz

Joyce Nichols

June 19, 2007

Our sweet Angel Kayla,

Mommy, Grandma and Grandpa had a Celebration of your Life today. Pastor Bill was truly amazing, not just by his presence but to remind us of the beautiful, sweet, loving little girl you were and although we can't see you in Heaven, you are still smiling, laughing, running, jumping and dancing. We know that Jesus has wrapped his arms around you as you were welcomed Home. We also know that you have met your wonderful Uncle Jason and just yesterday we thought we could hear our little Kiki D and Jason running on top of the water, splashing it down on our roof as you and Jason played--we thought we heard your infectious laugh. All that you were here, all that you did here in our presence, you are now doing in Heaven. Jason went ahead of you so that he could be there to
comfort you so you would not be afraid. Your mommy saw a glimpse of Heaven three years ago and she takes comfort in knowing that it is a beautiful, wonderful place. It wasn't her time to stay, but for you our precious Angel, it was and although our grief is overwhelming, we have a sense of peace knowing we will all be together again one day. Until then we know that your smiling sweet Angel face will be looking down on us.

You were loved so much here and will be loved always. We will never forget what joy and happiness you brought to our lives in your short time with us.

Love, hugs and kisses for a lifetime,
Mommy, Grandma and Grandpa

Spread your Angel wings little Kayla...and soar.

Cloe Palmer

June 19, 2007

Joyce & Jamie,

Children are so precious. Kayla will always be cherished by you.
God Bless You, we are praying for as you go through this sad time.

Jim & Jeanette Willer

June 19, 2007

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. God Bless.

Rick & Diane Pople

June 19, 2007

Jamie, Joyce and Don,

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter and granddaughter. May the memories of the cherished brief time you all had together carry you through this hard time.

Bobbi Gruesbeck

June 19, 2007

Joyce, Jamie & family
My heart goes out to you during this very diffcult time. your entire family is in my prayers. Jamie, your words are VERY inspiring... I have never met you, but worked many years with your mom.

Jessica Parrott

June 19, 2007

Jamie, Joyce and Don,
Words cannot express what a tragedy this is for our family. For the short time precious Kayla was here, she changed so many lives. She has the best mommy in the world and now we must try and carry on Kayla's beautiful spirit. We love you all. Aunt Jessica, Uncle Jason and Jackson

Rick Thuma

June 18, 2007

Jamie, Joyce and Family
Kayla reached out and touched the hearts of so many people she didn't even know. My thoughts, prayers, love, and deepest sympathy are with your entire family. May the love and support of friends and family carry you through.

Florence Pople

June 18, 2007

Kayla "my little face",

Tears of sadness roll down my face as I think about what's happened. I will always remember how much fun we had when you were very little. I will always cherish when you began "talking" to me by saying "AAAAAGH" and I'd say it back and you would giggle your wonderful little giggle. Spread your wings our precious Angel.

Much love from "GG" (Great-grandma Pople)

Debbie Betterly

June 18, 2007

Jamie, Joyce and Don: I know all too well what a perfect little angel Kayla was to you. There are few words that can be expressed that are comforting to you, I'm sure. Please know that you have friends in Michigan that love you and are lifting you up in prayer as you struggle during this very difficult time.

Sandra Scott

June 18, 2007

Jamie, Joyce & Don,
God blessed you with little Kayla, althought it was only for a short time. Now he has Kayla in his loving hands to take care of. I pray time will help to ease your sorrow.
To all the hearts that she touched, my deepest sympathy.

Jane Bair

June 18, 2007

I'm so sorry for what you all are going through. I met Kayla a couple years ago, and she had me laughing so hard as we played on the couch together. I will always have that memory of her.
You are all in my thoughts at this sad time.

Debra Johnson

June 18, 2007

To Kaylas family,,, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you through this difficult time.

Megan McCormack

June 17, 2007

Jaime,
We have never met but all of the staff at Kinderhouse tell me what a wonderful person you are. I am so very sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful, kind, and smart little girl.

Dear Kayla,
I miss you sooo much. Just know that no one who knew you will ever forget that sweet smile of yours. You are an angel Kayla and i will think of you everyday. I love you!

Kim Porter

June 17, 2007

I don't know what to say except I'm sorry. This is not fair! I love you guys!
Kimbie D

Joye (Kvalevog) Tower

June 16, 2007

Joyce, we worked together at weyco and I wanted you to know how very sorry I am for your loss. God bless you and your family at this difficult time and know that Kayla is in His arms now, watching over you all.

Jennifer (Anderson) Bartlett

June 15, 2007

Jamie,
i am so sorry to hear about Kayla. I never got to meet her but I have a friend who just lost a baby and seen how hard it is. You may not remember me but we worked together in Charlotte and my husband, Shaun, was one of Rick's best friends. Again I am truly sorry and I just cannot believe that this has happened.

Jamie

June 15, 2007

I'd to thank you all for caring so much about Kayla and my family. Your words are very appreciated. I am going through so much right now and knowing that you all care means the world to me.
Jamie
My Dearest Kayla, I love you so much and I am so sorry that this happened to you. I don't understand it. You are an angel to me and always have been. I miss you so much, words can not describe how much!! You were my inspiration, you used to say, "Mommy can stand so high". I am still going to do that for you Kayla because now you are my gaurdian angel. I love you and miss you so much my sweet angel. I will see you again!
Mommy

Stancomb Family

June 15, 2007

Kayla and Family. Our thoughts are with you in your time of grief. May the most precious memories bring you comfort. Kayla was a wonderfully bright little angel. She is now getting the opportunity to spread her wings wide opened and watch over all of her loved ones. "Rest little angel."

Amy Grier Ford

June 15, 2007

My dearest Kayla Ann,
I cannot imagine not hearing your infectious laugh, seeing your beautiful smile, or seeing you run to Daddy when he picked you up from my house. I love you so much, and so did your daddy, Uncle Rick, Aunt Krysti, Sean, KatieAnn, Melany Ann, Mason, and all your Ford cousins. You will be missed and loved always. Let Jesus' loving arms protect you, Sweetheart!

With all my love,
Aunt MeMe

Judith Devaney

June 15, 2007

I am heartbroken for you and thinking of you three so much. Please know that people care and wish your pain could be diminished.Sincerely, Judi Devaney (Dr.Clancy's office)

Nicole (Vandecar) Spica

June 15, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss and this breaks my heart. I will be praying for you and your family. God keep you in his arms during this difficult time.
Hugs

Marianne Jones

June 14, 2007

Jame, I loved Monkey face. Love you too, remember changing her diaper, and pushing her on the swings on the baby playground. Remember how she lit up your life, from the moment I met you, pregnant with her. I believe I was hired so you could go to the bathroom. Love you, Jame, and Monkey Face also. Marianne

Chrissy Pople

June 14, 2007

It's beyond words...I'm at a loss for the right words, but I do have a listening ear whenever you need it. Please know that all of you are loved very much.

Ryan & Dawn Sevenski

June 14, 2007

Jamie, Joyce and Don, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ryan Sevenski and Family

laura marrone

June 14, 2007

my dear jamie
from the day i met you i loved you -
you and kayla have always been dear to my heart . Everyday kayla's teachers made sure she knew she was special & loved - my prayers & heart are with you and your family

Heather Taylor

June 14, 2007

My heart and prayers go out to everyone. Kayla we met a few times, my family and I are really close to your Uncle Rick Grier. And you are just a little sweetie and always had the sweetest smile. We all will miss you. My hearts are with your families. Love The Taylor Family

June 14, 2007

Heaven has a new angel named Kayla.

Our hearts and prayers go out to all who knew and loved her.

Alyssa loved her and always referred to Kayla as her best friend. It is heartbreaking not seeing her at school.

The Salerno Family

Tammy Ochs

June 14, 2007

Kayla,I loved seeing you every morning your smile filled the room with joy and love.I will always keep your memory safe in my heart and remember Miss Laura and all the good times at Kinderhaus we had.It will never be the same without you my heart is heavy and i cry if I hear a sad song.you were beautiful and so loved by all of us.You will never be forgotten.I love you Ms.Tammy

The Currier Family

June 14, 2007

My heart is deeply saddened by your loss of this special little girl. She will be missed by all of her friends at Kinderhouse preschool. May god be with you through this difficult time.

Angela Benevides

June 14, 2007

Precious Kayla, you brought so much joy to so many lives and you will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all who were blessed to have had Kayla their lives.

LINDA JOYCE

June 14, 2007

ALLTHOUGH I DID NOT KNOW KAYLA MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HER AND HER FAMILY. I HAVE A 2 YEAR OLD GRANDAUGHTER WHO IS MY HEART & SOUL.I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.I PUT YOUR FAMILY ON THE PRAYER LINE AT MY CHURCH. SHE IS WITH GOD AND AT PEACE. GOD BE WITH YOU ALL.

Angi Shoemake

June 14, 2007

My heart goes out to my dear friends Joyce and Don. I know that no words can take away the pain. Just simply know that I love you.

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