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May 27, 2014
Hey Bud, well the day is here.I miss you so much,I'll be spending the day with you.I wish so much that you could be at the shore with us ,I remember how much you loved the beach.I hope you're celebrating with our special angels give them all love from me.I love you always Bud,you will always be my heartlight.Happy Birthday,love Mom
May 1, 2014
Hey Bud, well it's May and it started off pretty crappy just the way I feel.Having a real hard time today, I guess because I know your birthday is just 26 days away.i miss you so much Sean there still are days I can't get it together.We wrote a letter to Dad's donor family, I hope we hear from them I just want his mom to know I know how her broken heart feels. Sean you're were one of the most beautiful, loving, full of life kid.I miss you everyday, you will always be my heart light. Love Mom
April 15, 2014
Hey Bud, well Easter is only a couple of days away,I'm busy baking and making jello eggs.On Sunday we did the Donor Das" it was great.We had a lot of family and friends with us .Kelly and Luigi brought the baby her name is Lily.You would love her she is so cute.On Friday Mikey had oral surgery and Finn had his tonsils and adenoids removed,and tubes put in his ears.So you know I was pretty upset,but everyone is doing well. Saturday night was Christopher's Junior prom,Brittany was also invited they looked great.You would get a kick of those two.All the kids are doing great,how I wish you could be here with them.Sean,I think about you everyday,you are my heart.Love Mom
March 28, 2014
Hey Bud,looks like Spring is taking its time coming.We've been back and forth to the shore trying to get everything ready before the tribe arrives.Dad is doing really well,it's been pretty hard to get him to slow down.All the kids are doing fine,you would be laughing now that Michael and Kristen are dealing with teenagers.Watch over Nana and Mom Mom, they've both been having health problems.Haven't heard from Brian or Timothy,so I'm a little worried.I hope you got to meet Dad's donor, and thanked him for us.I miss you everyday,and that hole in my heart will never heal.Love,mom
December 10, 2013
Hey Bud,Just got home from Disney went with Kristen, Haley and Rocco.Roc was playing football at the ESPN Center.always wearing his number 27 Jersey keeping you with him.I saw your favorite Goofy,and thought about you the whole day at the Magic Kingdom.the kids are getting so big Stasia up at Penn State,Brittany and Chris juniors in high school,Mikey in junior high,Haley almost a teenager,Rocco in fifth grade,Sophia in fourth grade,Sean in first grade,Declan in per-school and our little Finn who is just wild and crazy.They each carry a little piece of you with them,they are what keep Dad and I going.Christmas is right around the corner and I'll try to keep busy so watch over me and help me get through.I love You Always Mom
Rose Rose
November 30, 2013
Hey Bud, well it's that time of year again trying to keep busying and not let the sadness creep in.You and your band of angels worked your magic and pulled your Dad and Patty through.This past year was a hard one but we had so many people helping us we are so lucky to have such great family and friends.The kids are doing great you would really love them.Dad is doing better every day I can't wait till March is here it will be one year since the transplant than maybe I'll be able to breathe a little easier.I think my heart has had enough hurt.I miss you and think of you everyday you will always be my heart light.Keep watching over us .Love You always Mom
May 28, 2012
Happy Birthday Seanie.. I wondered if Aylesia shared a number with any kids in our family and it just dawned on me that your bith 27 's.. wow .. well I know your looking over us because I never felt that you left.. so many things in life are going on but you know me I am always a survivor I have Aunt Barb with me now .. and life for me is okay .. well love you lil cousin and Ill never forget you ever .. you were the true meaning of a family and ill never forget that .. ? your cousin Laurie
May 27, 2012
Hey Sean,
Happy Birthday. Hard to believe so many years have past and it stiils seems like just yesterday. Wanted to let you know that we all think about you all the time and a day doesn't pass when you are not in our thoughts and our prayers.
Wanted to wish a Happy Birthday and to let you know we all miss you.
Love,
Aunt Sue
Sue Thompson
December 29, 2010
Hey Sean,
It is hard to believe that 9 years have passed. It seems like just yesterday. I was at your Dad and Mom's house on Christmas Eve and was helping Kristen down with gifts and it took me back 9 years when I remember watching you helping Kristen with the gifts. It is really hard to believe it is 9 years. All of the kids are growing up so fast and if you could see Kenny you would not believe how tall he is. He thinks about you all the time and all the fun he had with you when your mom was babysitting him.
Just wanted you to know that I was thinking about you today and that we all miss you.
Love,
Aunt Sue
Rose Rose
February 7, 2010
Hey Bud, I know its been a long time since I've written but its really hard to do. You would love it outside today,I'm sure you had something to do with all this snow.The last big snow we had like this is when you were in High School.You and Cody were having so much fun riding around on the four wheelers.Sean you are my first thought everyday when I start my day.I miss you running down the stairs to get something to eat and rambling on about the night before or the day ahead.Sean since the day you were born I had a great fear of losing you.Michael and Kristen were pretty easy going kids, Sean you were our wild child.Sean you held our hearts in your hands,Dad,Michael,Kristen and I love you more than you'll ever know.I know you now understand when I was always so worried about you.I wish with all my heart that you could be here with your nieces and nephews,they would love you like crazy.I guess I would really be worried about you now,because you would love Dad's club.Can you believe Cody is getting married,Mare is a beautiful person and she's great for Cody.Brittany and Chris are both thirteen,and Anastasia will be sixteen in May.Sean I miss you so much,when Dad and go to the cemetary every Sunday I always ask why.Sean you are my heartlight.Love Mom
Natalie Campion
December 25, 2009
Hey Sean,
Merry Christmas! Alex and I were talking about you last night. I can't believe it's been nine years, and I've never written on here. In a month I'll be eighteen, crazy right? Alex is sixteen and he hasn't gone for his permit yet (probably a good thing, he's a little crazy...). I've been accepted to a few colleges, I'm pretty excited about it I can't wait for the fall. I hope you're doing well up there, everybody misses you like crazy down here. You always made everyone laugh, I was young back then but you always made me and everybody else smile. I hope you have a good day, watch over everybody.
Love,
your cousin Natalie
Joseph Heckert
May 31, 2009
Happy Birthday bud
MIKE TORRENTE
May 30, 2009
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BROTHER
Kristen Rose-Palazzo
May 27, 2009
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SEAN!! I love you and miss you like crazy!!
JENN MANHERZ
December 29, 2008
Hard to believe you have been gone 7 years today. I still remember Patty calling me like it was yesterday! I miss you lots and talk about you all the time. I really wish you would have been able to meet Anthony hes a bully like you (hehehe)....Sorry we didnt get to make it to see you for Christmas this year as you can probably see its been CRAZY here, but I do miss you and was thinking of you on Christmas. I hope to come visit soon and MISS you bunches. Keep watching over us! xoxoxox
MIKE TORRENTE
November 3, 2008
YO DUDE ITS CHEWY.JUST WANTED LET YOU KNOW I MISS YOU AND I THINK ABOUT YOU EVERYDAY.WISH YOU WERE HERE SO I HAD MY BEST FRIEND AROUND.JUST REMEMBER I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.
Laurie Ritter/Sanchez
September 23, 2008
Hey Sean. Its been a while its ya cousin Laurie.. I just wanted to tell you taht I was thinking of you today and guess what I talk to Amber like all the time now.. I will never forget all the things we use to do as kids. Aylesia will be turning 5 Sean and guess what she is just like Wendy... tough as a board but cute as a button..I wish we could turn back time and not have anyone leave us ya know but hey I know you and Wendy are hanging out.. and given heaven a run for their money lol... Its not the same Sean it just isnt I just wish all our family members were like you.. open minded, caring, and no matter what was going on in the world etleast tryed and remain close.. Amber and I have some great stories to talk about .. we just sit on the phone and laugh forever.. I would like to ask you if you could watch opver my baby girl for me and guyide her in the right direction in all her choices... and guess what make sure you Tell Wendy for me she can draw like you wouldnt believe .. she looks so much like her.. I wish we had you here to make everyone close again like we were when we were younger I really miss everyone but everyones lives are just so different.. I pretty much dedicated my life to Aylesia and now that she is getting bigger she dont wanna hang with Mommy sooo much!! lol..
Please look out for my mom Sean.. yah .. Crazy Aunt Barb and Aunt Beth and ask God to please help them in their journeys with life itself.. If they would just understand that the battle is not theirs its the lords.. I think of you alot and I still remember the halloween party at Froggies and I told the girl that liked you and wouldnt leave ya alone I was your grl friend.. she got the hint quick lol... well I love you Sean and I always will... Please watch over my baby and the rest of the family and help all of us remember that without family you have noone ... but only in death are we around eachother its soo sad!!!
Love Ya Cousin .. Laurie
September 17, 2008
Hey just stopping by to say hello and tell u I miss U! And ask if u could PLEASE blow this dark cloud above me AWAY! Love U xoxoxoxoxo
Rose Rose
April 13, 2008
Hey Bud, Well I"m sure you know you're brother's news. I wish you were here to be with the kids they would have loved you to pieces.I've heard from Joe Heckert, his sister works at the hair salon I go to.Frenchie and Ange seem to be adjusting to their new little family, I haven't heard from Brian or your cousin Timothy so I hope no news is good news.Our girl Kelly has someone new in her life and she is pretty happy, so watch over her and keep her smiling.The kids are all getting so big,I think Rocco and Sophia would keep you laughing. Soon it will be back to the beach,when I'm there you are always with me.Sean, you are the heart and happiness of our family,it's so hard without you here.You are ours forever,never forgotten,forever loved.love,Dad and Mom
March 24, 2008
Hey Sean
Just want to tell you I was thinking about you! And still miss you like crazy. Even after 6 years its still hard to believe your gone. Not a day goes by that I dont think about you. Miss ya and love ya xoxoxoxox
Rose Rose
February 5, 2008
Hey Bud,Everything is about the same.I think I'm getting a little better at driving,I want to practice more before I go for my license.Living out here is much different from the city.The kids are all doing great.I wish so much you were here for them,they would think you were the greatest.Saint Patricks Day will be here soon,I'll be thinking of you and how much you loved this day.Sean,when I wake up each day my first thoughts are of you.Iknow you would have been a great man,your heart was big and open enough to hold everyone you ever met.I miss you so much and I know my heart will never mend.You are ours forever. Love Dad and Mom
Rose Rose
January 13, 2008
Hey Bud,We're finally getting the house in order.The holidays were hectic and I was glad to see them come and go.I'm still learning to drive,it's very nerve racking.New update on Frenchie and Ang, TWINS! They're happy and excited,they're going to be great parents.The kids are all doing fine,little Sean tuned one.Sean,make sure you watch over Timothy and Brian,help them to make the right choices.Sean,we miss you more everyday.I miss your great smile,and you telling me Mom chill out and don't worry about me.Sean, you had a heart of gold,I'm so proud you are my son.I talk to the kids about you, and tell them you will always be watching over them.You'll be ours forever.Love,Dad and MomRose
Jenn Manherz
January 2, 2008
Hey Sean! Hope you liked your gift. JJ picked it out! Hes to funny, he said you would love it! I miss you like crazy. I am sure everyone does. Look after us all, your our special angle. LOVE U! XOXOXOXOX
Joseph Heckert
December 24, 2007
Whats up buddy i'm coming to visit you tomorrow afternoon . Just buried another friend of mine saturday not to far from your grave take care of him and tell him your my boy you guys would get along well . It's been so long and i think about you all the time . Out of the whole group of friends you stood out the most you would do anything for anyone . i truely miss you and i'll see ya tomorrow we'll talk some more love joe
kristen palazzo
November 29, 2007
Hey
We did it!! Christopher went to the Championship for the first time and they won. I wish you could of been there in person. It was awesome he had two touchdowns and a awesome game. I know you were there in spirit routing him along. He did great he was MVP of the game and they gave him the game ball. I was so excited for him, you know its once in a life time thing. I don't know who was more excited! Thanks for helping out.
I love you and miss you!!
Love always
Kristen
kristen palazzo
November 13, 2007
Hey there I know its been awhile. I just feel like I have no time anymore. As you can see all the kids in the same school this year so its alot of work. I already can't wait for summer so school is over. Roc is a handful just doesn't seem to be phased by anything reminds me of someone. Christopher is there to socialize with everybody. Haley I think she can't get enough of school.
Well all the holidays are coming including my birthday. I can't wait until they are all over. Its just not the same without you. My birthday just feels like another day. I'm more excited about Christopher's big football game. I need you there!! The team really deserves this win, they worked so hard this year. Plus Haley and Roc's team won so they get jackets hopefully so will Christopher. Help us out!!!
Everybody misses you so much. Only if we could go back in time where we live on Loretto St and everything seem so easy. Really just too young to understand anything. Now its so much kids and bills. I don't know its been a rough year hopefully next year will be better.
There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you or want to tell you a good story. Well one day I will get that chance. I love you and miss you so much!! xoxo
Your Sister
Rose Rose
October 7, 2007
Hey Bud, I know its been along time.Well I'm sure you know everything thats going on.We have a new house,and guess what I'm learning to drive,I'm sure you are watching over me as I pratice at the cemetary.Keep a special watch over Frenchie and Ang that have a new little one on the way. I hear from Brain every now and ,Jay got married.So what do you think of your new little nephew Sean? The kids are just as great as ever.Rocco started kindergarten. Mikey and Haley are in first grade. Sophia started pre-school,she's such a little terror but cute as a button. Anastasia, Britsy and Chris are doing great.As soon as I get the house together, I'll have my computer up and running and I'll be writing again.We love you and miss you everyday.Your are ours forever never forgotten ,forever loved.Love, Mom and Dad
Laurie
October 1, 2007
Hey Sean,
It has been a while and I just wanted to say hello to you and hope that you know that I never will forget you. Things in my life of course have been a rocky road but very educational.. I talked to Amber yah the long lost cousin but she is doing really good for herself its such a shame that all of us young ones are all over the place.. Remember it was me, you amber krissy brian and them playing jail break and stuff as kids those were the days that ya never forget.
I wish I could turn back time so many times but then I would not have my baby grl.. I dreamt alot about ya that all this never happened but then reality srikes in the next day.. That always sucks.
I really wish that we all werent so distant but i guess that is our plague forever i really miss how u were so close with me and i hope one day i will have that same relationship with someone related to me but it just seems l;ike we are all so distant.
I think of you alwyas and I wish Aylesia could have met ya.Your cousin Laurie
Jenn
August 24, 2007
Just thought I will come in and say hello and tell you I miss you and was thinking about you today!!
Jenn M
February 15, 2007
Well I meant to do this yesterday but got extra busy with all the kids! HAPPY VALENTINES DAY! Lov ya and mis you so much. xoxoxoxox
Jenn Manherz
January 17, 2007
Hello Sean Thanks for reminding me again of u in my dreams. Now I am sad all day! Well I miss you. And watch over us. Lov ya xoxoxoxo
Jenn Manherz
December 25, 2006
Hey Sean
This is the first time i am writing u. Never even knew about this book. I miss u soooo much and u r in my thoughts everyday. Exspecially around this time! To the Rose family Merry Christmas and u r still in my prays everyday. Sean was truely a great person and is still deeply miss. We miss u Uncle Dude!!!! Love ya xoxoxox
Ann
December 2, 2006
Hey Sean,
I just saw your dad filling up his truck at Wawa. He made me think about you immediately. Just wanted to drop in and let you know you were on my mind. I can hardly believe it's been five years that you've been gone.
Rose Rose
November 4, 2006
Hey Bud,I know its been along time but our computer was down. Everything is still crazy around here.I'm sure your watching us all and laughing. I know yourwatching over little Chris,he took a pretty bad hit at football.Frenchie and Ang had a beautiful wedding, I know you were with them on their special day. I wish you could be here with the kids,they are just the greatest.They talk about you all the time,they ask me questions about the things you did when you were little.The holidays will be here soon.I try to keep busy so maybe this time of year will just fly by.I miss you everyday,I can still see your beautiful smile,and feel your love all around me.Maybe Dad and I have all these beautiful grandchildren because they each carry a part of you.You are ours forever and we will love you forever.You are my heartlight.Love Mom
kristen palazzo
March 17, 2006
Hey Sean,
I know your probably saying its about time but I have had alot on my mine lately I'm sure you know that. This passed year has been a crazy one for me and to think the summer is going to start up again. I almost dread the summer!! I know how much you loved it and the shore. I love the winter you can just kind of hide in your house and no one bothers you!!
So you know what today is, I'm sure you guys already singing Irish songs with your green beer. Do you remember this time 5 years ago I went into labor with Haley hoping to have that St.Patty's baby but of course she didn't come until the next morning close enough!! How about her in gymnastics she loves it. Finally getting a little more social with people.Tomorrow she is having a skating party this should be fun.
Christopher just started baseball which we all know he can't stand but its good for him. Can you believe he got MVP for football I'm sure you can. He's a great football player that is something I won't let him give up. He could use a little help with Math and Science, your favorites subjects right? As for the Roc he's just crazy. He's going to start school in September this should be fun!! He's a lover but very stubborn it drives Christopher nuts!! Can you believe he can start tackle football in August I can't wait watching him I'm sure you can't either!!
So anyway I want you to enjoy your day and don't drink to many beers. I will always love and never forget you. Not a day goes by that that I don't think of you!!
Love Kristen
Ann Clark
February 2, 2006
It's been a while since I wrote anything, but I just wanted to say that I miss you, Sean and still think of you every day.
Rose Rose
November 10, 2005
Hey Bud,Sorry it's been so long,computers aren't really that great.Everybody misses you more everyday.The kids are getting so big but I'm sure you are watching over them every day.Christmas will be here soon,I wish I could say I'm looking forward to it but I'll be glad when its over.so many things have changed in our lives,I really wish we could start all over again on Loretto Ave.Well I hope I can get this message to you,but we have a picky computer. Love You Always,Mom
kristen palazzo
May 26, 2005
Hey Sean
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! I know its early but I won't be in work tomorrow. The kids have all these things going on at school tomorrow. Well tonight would of been the night we would have sloppy joes and carrot cake to celebrate your birthday. I didn't mind the sloppy joes there always so good. I remember the one year it was the day after your birthday and you came to have lunch with me at work. And we shared the lefted over sloppy joes mom packed for us. Its things like that I miss so much. When you would just show up at my work if you were working near by to have lunch or just say hi. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you. Me, Chris and the kids will be up to see you tomorrow. Haley has a hard time understanding when we go why we can't see you. She wants to know why grandmom stares in the grass. The one day I couldn't get her to leave because she said she was waiting for you. I wish it was that easy to sit there and wait. Everything has changed since you left. I don't think anyone will admit it but I see it and feel it. Like always I say if I could turn back time. But one thing is I'm so happy that I was able to hear your voice the day before when you called me at work looking for Timmy. I remember you telling me you had a upset stomach because you ate a sausage sandwich from the lunch truck. Its the little things I miss a simple phone call or when you stop by to see the kids and hang out for like 2 hours.
Well I know you'll be with us this weekend down the shore having a good time. Sean I love you and miss you more than words can say!
Rose Rose
May 8, 2005
Hey Bud, sorry I've taken along time to write but our computer is goofy.I'm sure you haven't missed anything that is going on with us. Christopher made his First Holy Communion. He looked so nice in his white suit. Everybody misses you so much. Your birthday is right around the corner,I can't believe I'm going to miss eating sloopy-joes.Soon we'll be heading down the shore and you'll be with us everyday on the beach and in the ocean,the kids are just like you they love the water.Anastasia is getting bigger and smarter everyday,Brittany is pretty and funny, Mikey loves to talk and laugh,Sophia is a sweet little doll,Christopher is a happy wild guy,Haley is cute and stubborn, and the Rock is alovable little man,he reminds me so much of you.I miss you more with each passing day.You are ours forever, we will always Love you.Love always Dad and Mom
kristen palazzo
April 6, 2005
Hey,
What's up? I've been missing you alot lately especially with the nice weather here. Christopher is back doing baseball so we pretty much run around all week. Haley is always bringing your name up. Its weird because she was so young when you left us. She really doesn't understand when i tell her we're going to visit you. When its time to leave she doesn't want to. She says I thought we were waiting for uncle dude. Anything Christopher does that he shouldn't her tries to tell me you came and did it. They drive me crazy but i love it. I wish you were here to share all this. Everyone misses you like crazy. Your the one always smiling no better what was going on. I miss that smile and that crazy laugh.
Mom hasn't had a chance to write since her computer is down but you know that she thinks about you all day long, dad too. Nothing is the same anymore especially the family parties. I just don't understand WHY!!! I love and miss you more than anything but I know one I'll get to see that smile again.
love always!!
Rose Rose
January 1, 2005
Hey Bud,well another Christmas has come and gone,another Dec.29th and another year.I wish I could say its getting easier.Sometimes I wish I could just sleep through the month of December.Christmas was crazy as usual,the kids were so happy and excited.Dad put up a platform and set your trains up for the kids.Bud,I miss you so much my head tells me your gone but my heart just can't let me believe.Sean, you're with me everyday I can see your big happy grin and feel your love.Watch over us and keep us strong,you are ours forever. Love Mom
kristen palazzo
December 31, 2004
Sean
I miss you so much. I can't stop thinking about you today. Its New Year's Eve but I haven't wanted to do anything on this day ever since you lefted us.
Christmas was nice, the kids got so much. Chris bought Christopher his first dirtbike. He's taking him out on it tomorrow. I know you would of loved it. Mom and Dad got them a ton of things. You know them always spoiling them. I came up to see you on the 29th I hope you liked the picture of the kids I put in your stocking. You have no idea what it was like to get that picture done. Than again you were probably watching and smiling. Roc was so upset about the whole thing and Haley forgot how to smile. And you know you can't say anything to her. Christopher mister happy go lucky!!!
Well you have a good time up there tonight. Say hi to everyone to many names to name at this point. I love and miss you very much!!
Love
Kristen
Erin McDonough
December 29, 2004
Hi Sean, I think that this is the first time that I have written you. I just want you to know that I think about you all the time and we all miss you very much and I still can't believe that you and Trisha are not here with us. But I know that you are keeping a close eye on all of us. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Love Erin
Ann
December 29, 2004
It's been three years and the pain hasn't gone away at all. I can't even imagine the heartbreak your family still feels. I miss you, Sean.
Rose Rose
November 29, 2004
Hey Bud,well Thanksgiving has come and gone,of course you know how crazy it was here.Dad,had all the old movie camera tapes made into Vhs tapes.I loved watching you, Michael and Kristen especially the Christmas movies.The whole Loretto gang are on the tapes,your cousins are all there.Seeing you,Uncle John,Wendy,Johnny,,Joey and Tricia,I just couldn't believe that you have all left us.Frenchy and Ange came by on Saturday with some great news,I'm sure you heard watch over them and keep them happy.When Dad and I were putting your Christmas tree up at the cemetary Danielle came by,she's doing ok.I know Christmas is right around the corner,I'm trying to stay on top of things,I'm afraid if I don't I won't want to do anything.Sean I miss you so much,how does a person live with a broken heart.Watch over us especially during this time it's not the same without you.Sean, you are my heart and nothing can ever change that. Love always,Mom
Rose Rose
October 27, 2004
Hey Bud,Well Halloween is only a couple of days away and the kids are all excited.I wish so much that you could be here to see them,you would find something special about each one of them.They would think you were the greatest uncle in the world.I wish I could say things are getting easier.Some days I just want to close the bedroom door and let the world pass me by.People say time eases the pain,I wish I knew the person who thought that one up.I miss you more each day,and my heart still longs to see you and hold you close.You are mine forever Love,Mom
kristen palazzo
September 24, 2004
Hey Sean,
I know its been a while since I last wrote or came to visit you. I've been running around like crazy lately. I'm sure you know. Christopher and Haley are both back to school. Haley loves it she's mad when Saturday rolls around because she doesn't have school. I have a feeling she's going to do very well in school. Christopher seems to like it this year considering he got Miss Casey he was so excited. He's really busy with football this year playing on A and B. I love it. I remember when you would come to all his flag football games. I guess thats why I won't let him give football up it reminds me of you so much. You loved watching him play. Plus it keeps my mind off things. Who would of thought I would ever be into football. I don't know everytime we have a game I know your there watching over him and just being there with us. I know you would of been very proud of him. Then we have Rocco our little Sean. He reminds me of you so much. Always smiling and hanging around everybody. He loves cars and street bikes. He's so funny about it. I don't mind being so busy it keeps be going.
You know there is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you. People are always saying it gets easier with time I'm not to sure about that. Everything just seems so empty. I always have stories I want to tell you and I think I'll just tell you when I pick up the kids and then I remember. Its just so hard and everything is so sad anymore. i miss you more than words can explain but I know I will see you again. I love you little brother.
Love
Kristen
Rose Rose
September 8, 2004
Hey Bud,another Summer has come to an end.I wish I could stay at the shore forever.I love sitting at the beach by myself.I remember how much you loved the ocean.The kids are just like you they hate to see the summer end.Sean,some days I think everything is going fine and then I'm hit with the reality of losing you.Recently someone asked me how many children I have and I couldn't find the right words to answer.I miss you more each day.You are mine forever,Love, Mom
Rose Rose
August 10, 2004
Hey Bud,well another month has come and gone,soon summer will be over.I know you were with us Saturday night when we celebrated your brothers'big day.Sean,I know Mikes'birthday wish was that you were here with us.Life is so hard I just get up in the morning and try to get through each day.When I leave the cemetary every Sunday I just can't believe I'm leaving you there.I'm suppose to be taking care of you making sure you're happy.I talk with Mrs.O alot and I wish I could tell her the sadness doesn't always creep in,but that would be a lie.I miss you everyday especially when you would come home from work and play with the kids.I miss just the two of us eating dinner together.Most of all I miss your smile and your laughter.You are always in my heart,you are mine forever Love,Mom
Rose Rose
July 13, 2004
Hey Bud,July is here the Fourth has come and gone.I wish I could say things are getting better,but some weeks my down days out number the good ones.I know there is nothing or anyone who can take away this hurt.I miss you so much,how can anyone be happy when their heart has been torn apart.Sean,I know you're trying hard to keep us strong.I know you're surrounded by love and peace.You're mine forever Love,Mom
Rose Rose
June 7, 2004
Hey Bud,I know how surprised you were last Wednesday when you heard a familiar voice say"Yo Seanie Rose"and there was Trisha with her beautiful smile.Sean watch over her and help her to keep her Mom,Dad,the boys and especially Kelly strong.I wish so much that they didn't have to have this sorrow in their life.Maybe you Loretto Avenue kids can ask God to stop giving us so much sorrow.I know you,Joey,Johnny and Trisha will do your best to fix up this crazy world.I love you Bud and nothing can ever change that.Love forever and ever Dad and Mom
Kelly O'Connell
May 27, 2004
Hey Sean,
Well first of all Happy Birthday. It has been so long since I wrote to you on this but believe me, not a second goes by that I'm not thinking of you. I have been so busy with trying to graduate and work and all. I feel like there is not enough time in the day to do everything. Well, I haven't really been up to anything new. You know, same old, same old. It is still so hard for me to realize that you are not here anymore. I feel like this is all still a bad dream. Every weekend when I come to see you, I feel like it's fake and I'm not really there for you. Then, I get in my car and realize it's all real. Things are so different. Even after all these months without you, it is still hard to deal with. I miss you more then you could ever imagine. I feel like a piece of me is missing and will never be replaced. Your friendship was one in a million and now it's gone. I am completely heartbroken. Some days I feel sick to my stomach about this. I can't begin to think how this could have happened to you, your family and your friends. Everyone who has ever met you was truely blessed. You could bring a smile to anyone. Please continue to watch over us all and especially your family. They mean so much to me and it truely hurts me to know that they have to deal with this pain. I hope you have a great birthday and know that you are truely missed.
Love always and forever,
Kelly
Rose Rose
May 27, 2004
Hey Bud, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Sean,I miss you so much.Today when I was sitting at the cemetery I thought what am I doing here,I should be home baking a carrot cake and making your favorite Sloppy Joes.A Mom is suppose to be able to celebrate her sons' birthday with him.So much has happened in the past two years I feel like I'm on a roller coaster ride,and you know how much I hate rides.The kids are getting smarter and bigger every day,and now we have our little Sophia.Rocco is so much like you he's always wants to be held and hugged.I wish I could tell things are easier but that wouldn't be the truth.I hope your birthday was happy,Iknow you're surrounded with love.I'll love you always.Love Dad and Mom
kristen palazzo
May 26, 2004
Sean,
Happy Birthday to you. I know its early but I'll be up to visit you tomorrow so I thought i would write today. I miss you so much. Right now you would be talking about your plans to go down the shore for your birhday. Mom would of had your birthday dinner tonight, of course sloppy joes with chips. I don't think this is ever going to get easier. Rocco just learned to say Dude. I wish he would of had the chance to meet you, you two are so much a like. I guess you know about our new addition, little Sophia. The kids are excited now that the summer is here with the pool and shore.
I wanted to say thanks for helping out Christopher with his reading, I know your the one that helped him along. Also watch over mom she wasn't feeling well last week. You know her she thinks she can do everything but shes still hurting which I know will stay with all of us forever. Everything just happened so fast one minute I'm talking to you on the phone about your lunch, than Dad is calling me on the phone to come to the house. I still feel the same pain I felt that night. I don't think it will ever go away.
So what's your big plans for your birthday. I'm sure Pop,Uncle John, Johnny and Joey have something planned for you. Well enjoy your birthday and we will be missing you down here.
I love you more than any words can say. I will miss being able to tell you everything and just having you here.
Love you and miss you
Your sister
Kristen(Dee-Dee)
Rose Rose
April 6, 2004
Hey Bud,sorry I haven't written lately.I've really been having a hard time lately.Everyone says as time goes on things will be better. How do I tell someone all the dreams and hopes Dad and I had for you.I was waiting for the day when you would come home and tell us you found someone really special.I couldn't wait to dance at your wedding,and see the look on your face when you held your own child in your arms.I wish someone had some answers for us,to tell us why the person we loved with our whole hearts is gone.How can you have someone so very special in your life for 21 years and then turn around and their gone.I guess lately I've really needed you here with me.You will be mine forever.Love always,Mom
Rose Rose
February 29, 2004
Hey Bud,well February is just about over,I hope we've seen the end of winter.Today the weather is really nice,but I just can't seem to get myself moving.Everyday I feel like I have to give myself a get up and go speech.Soon St.Patricks'Day will be here I know how much youloved this day.Sean,when Dad and I go to visit you on the weekends I'm just so filled with anger about losing you I just want to scream.I wish I had more faith,but I feel that God has let us down.I know you don't want us to hurt this much and we're really trying to be strong but somedays it just feels that everthing we had has been torn apart.My heart is with you always and whenever I close my eyes your smile and laughter is with me.Love forever and ever Mom.
Rose Rose
February 14, 2004
Hey Bud, just wanted to wish you a Happy Valentines" Day.I want you to know how much we all miss you. It's funny the times I miss the most are waiting up for you to come home on the weekends.You would always be bringing someone home with you,your cousin Timmy,Frenchie,Mike or Brian sometimes there would be a gang of you.I would lay in bed and listen to you rummage around in the kitchen.Then you would pound upstairs to your room the sound of the TV or the stereo never bothered Dad Or I. I loved hearing you guys up there clowning around,but most of all the laughter.Someone asked me if you always bringing somebody home bothered me.I would tell them no way,because that sound of laughter let me know you were happy and safe.You know Sean this year has been worst than the first year you weregone .I guess the first year I was numb and trying so hard to hold it together, I couldn't or wouldn't believe you were gone.Now the grief just gets hold of me it sometimes pulls me under.It's so hard to explain how one person could be the center of a family.For Dad,Me,Michael and Kristen you were something special.We love you Sean,more than you'll ever know.Love forever and ever,Dad and Mom
Rose Rose
January 19, 2004
Hey Bud, Just needed some time to talk with you.There so much I want to tell you, I guess you know that in May we'll add another little one to our crazy family. Michael and Patty will now have a fourth to round out their family. All the kids are getting so big and beautiful.You would just love Rocco Bear he's so much like you when you were little. He's always smiling and he loves to be loved.Anastasia is a little tomboy believe it or not. Brittany is a mother hen and pretty funny.Christopher is still our wild man giving his Mom and Dad a run for their money just like you.Haley is so beautiful and smart and her partner Mikey is the funniest little guy.Sean,make sure to watch over Pop,he's hasn't been feeling too well.I'm reading this book of short stories called Dream Me Home Safely. One of the stories is called Sitting,about a Mom waiting for her child to come home,I guess that's what Dad and I would do on the weekends when we would fall asleep on the sofa waiting for you to get home.We were dreaming you home safely.Sadness just rushes over me I feel like I'm being knocked over by a huge wave.No one will ever know the love I have for you,the love and joy you brought to all of us can never be replaced.Watch over our family,all you wonderful friends keep them all safe.Love forever,Mom
Rose Rose
December 29, 2003
Hey Bud, Well christmas is over and today is here the day I will always dread.Sean,I miss you so much,I just want to runaway and try to get away from all the hurt. Sometimes I just want to scream and tell everyone how mad I am at God for taking you away from me.I always told you nothing or no one could tear us apart.I miss your grumpy moods,your laughter,your great big bear hugs,but most of all your smile.I want you to know to me you were just perfect.I couldn't stay angry with you for more than ten minutes.Sometimes I feel like God is testing our family to see just how much hurt we can handle.Believe me when I get there God's going to know I've arrived.I know you're surrrounded with love,but you're home is here with us.I know you're trying to keep us strong,sorry you have so much to do.You are my heartand nothing can ever change that fact,you are mine forever. Merry Christmas Love Dad and Mom
Nichole Roccia
December 27, 2003
Dear Sean & Family,
Just wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!
Love,
Nichole
Kelly O'Connell
December 20, 2003
Hello,
Well, I have been putting this off for long enough untill I realized that this is real. It is the holiday season and I miss you more than ever. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and wish you were here. I do not look foward to anything anymore, especially the holiday's. Nothing really matters to me anymore. I find myself asking a lot of questions and never getting any answer. Everyone is so happy around now and I find it hard for myself to even smile. I just miss you so much. You and your family mean so much to me and I am very thankful for all of you. I just wish this pain would go away. Sometimes I just cry and can't stop. Please watch over all of us especially now so we can understand that you are happy and perfect where you are. You made a lot of people very happy and touched so many. I miss you and love you more than life itself.
Merry Christmas.
Love you forever and always,
Kelly
kristen palazzo
December 19, 2003
Hey Sean
Well its xmas again. Trying to push myself through it. When I hear the word xmas I can only think of one thing, that horrible night you walked out of my life. This year seems to be harder than last year. I've been having a hard time sleeping the last two weeks I go to sleep and wake up thinking about you. Your on my mind all the time. I miss you so much it hurts. I can't even get myself motivated to go out shopping this year. All I want to do is lay around and hope you will come back. Usually after xmas people think of the new year not me I think of the 29th. I would do anything to have you walk in my door one more time. Well here come the tears. Sean I miss you and love you more than anything. Watch over us during the holidays we're going to need you. I'll be up to visit you on Sunday.
Love always your sister
Rose Rose
November 17, 2003
Hey Bud,another month gone and another Holiday will come and go.Sometimes I catch myself listening for you tocomepounding down the steps.When dad and I visit you on the weekends,the pain and sadness is overwhelming, I just want to get back home and climb in bed.Whenever I hear of someone losing a child,I just feel like crying,no one should ever have to feel this sorrow.Soon December will roll around and I can't wait for it to be over.When I look in magazines or inthe storesI can't help but think of the things we would buy you for Christmas.Being here with out you is so hard.I miss your messy room,your car magazines not thrown all over the place.I miss you asking what's for dinner.You're probably smiling now knowing I don't drive myself crazy keeping the house so picture perfect.Sean,I guess I kept every so neat so you would always know you had a nice home to bring your friends.I'm trying every day to keep going,but some days I just need alittle break.I hope you're watching over Johnny.I know you are with some of the people you loved most in this world.Sean, try to smile down on us and give us some of the love you always were so happy to share.You are forever ours,our hearts are with you.Love always Mom
kristen palazzo
October 31, 2003
Hey Dude,
Happy Halloween!!! Its been a while since I last wrote. Today's halloween one of your favorite holidays. The kids are so excited except for Haley she's scared of everything all she says is I don't like halloweens. And of course everyone in the family has to scare her with the moving dolls or chase her with masks. But thats the fun of it. She's actually starting to go on the potty for us what a relief that is.
Look over Christopher today he has to give a speech about his saint to day and I know he's nervous. So I'm sure you enjoyed watching his football games. i just wish you could be there like the last ones. He's getting really good. He ask about you alot he always says did dude do it this way or did dude like this. I know he misses you like all of us do. Roc still isn't walking I think he has no interest but he's great. He reminds me of you so much always smiling and laughing. Every time I look at his smile I see you behind it.
Well keep an eye on the kids tonight you know they are going to be running around like crazy. Also with the holidays coming we are going to need you with us. I think it just gets harder every day. Hey did you like your pumpkin?? the kids picked it out for you.
I love you always and forever!!!
Rose Rose
October 13, 2003
Het Bud,here I am again,another day,another month.I know you're watching over us,so I know what you're thinking.You want me to be happy again and get on with life.I guess Sean I always thought that losing a child would be the one thing I would never have to experience.What do you do with all this pain and anger? I wish I could turn back time when you were a little boy,you and I were the best of pals.Everyone says time heals all things,but I think whoever thought up some of these sayings never lost a special part of thier life.Life goes on births,deaths,goodtimes and bad.I know nothing can change that awful Saturday night,sometimes I can't help but think what if.You will always be my heart,forever and ever Love,Mom
Rose Rose
September 8, 2003
Hey Bud, well another month has come and gone.Your least favorite time,when school would start.The kids are back to school with all the excitement you have when you first start.Your cousin Ryan has a beautiful baby girl,her name is Taylor.We celebrated Pop Pop and Mom Mom's 50th Anniversary it was really great.Sean,it just doesn't feel right without you here.I know I'm suppose to be strong but some days I just wish I could be with you.I can't even explain how this feels,you held my heart in your hand.I know I would drive you crazy with my constant worrying,but my fear of losing you was overwhelming.I don't think anyone could ever realize what a beautiful,wonderful,loving person you were.When people ask how long you've been gone,I feel like I can't even answer,some days it like someone is squeezing the breathe out of me. Dad and I just move along from day to day.Sean,you are our heart.You are our baby,our love is never ending,Forever and ever Mom and Dad.
Rose Rose
July 31, 2003
Hey Bud, Well I guess you already know what has happened. I'm sure you and Uncle John were there to welcome Johnny with loving open arms.I know Uncle Johns' heart is happy again. Sean I've tried so hard to be strong but losing Johnny has just pulled the rug out from under me.This pain is different from the pain of losing you, I just feel sick.I miss you so much,but I'm glad you didn't have to go through losing someone again.I wish I could say that I believe God does things for a reason,but this is just a little too much to handle.I'm sure you'll keep Johnny safe tell him I love him and I was always so proud of him.Johnny had such a hard life,but he just went with the flow always laid back and happy.I know the two of you will keep us all strong.Love forever and ever,Mom
LAURIE RITTER
July 16, 2003
Hey Sean, Its Laurie I haven't written in a while because I had my computer rebuilt, Well Sean where do I begin I have turned the big 25 and I really feel like I am getting old, I have been going through pictures and I found the ones of all of us at Froggies Halloween you and your leather pants, me dressed up as an angel we had fun that night I had to tell Brian to drive you home because one minute you were next to me and then you were sleeping in your truck. Well my time has finally come to be a mommy and i cannot wait they think it is a girl but I really dont care what it is just as long as the baby is healthy, I am also getting married in September and I really wish you were going to be there to see me walk down the aisle,This time Iam not a bridesmaid I am soo excited I cant wait but your mom is helping me plan stuff,I know she loves this kind of thing. When i went to meet with the pastor who is marrying me she wanted to know about my life so I told her everything about it, Wendy, You, Friends I have lost Uncle John, and she just stared at me and said how do you get up everyday and just go on and you know what i was stuck because i did not know what to say because did I? or is it bottled up inside me like everything else? Well she had mentioned that I am strong and I must have a great backbone or something like that but as i drove home i thought about it, am I suppose to be used to death.. because I feel like now when i hear about death it doesnt fase me anymore, and why havent you been to church she said and I told her cause the only time i go is for funerals is that wrong? and that its just bad memories. I cant even hear church music without wanting to cry so i picked songs that you probably would never hear at a wedding.. maybe one slow but the rest are okay.. I just wish we could all start over again and that our lives would be rewound and we would have never had to go through this.. But god works in mysterious ways I just wish I could understand a lil better.. Love Laurie
Rose Rose
July 1, 2003
Hey Bud, Well another month has come and gone.Everyone is doing ok, the kids are getting bigger every day. I wish I could tell you I'm doing ok,but I just feel like days just come and go now.I wish ther was a magic wand to wave to just stop time and start over again.The Fourth of July is a few days away and I know I'll be remembering how much you loved the car show and the fireworks.Sean,I'm so hurt and angry there are days I just want to tell the whole world to leave me alone.Everyday it seems something bad happens in this crazy world,how can people find faith in anything.The only thing I know for sure is that I'm your Mom and I love you more than life.Sean watch over us and keep us strong.I know you are doing that now for anyone who is with you.You are my heart, forever loved.Love, Mom
kristen palazzo
June 17, 2003
Hey Sean,
I've been sitting here thinking about you alot today. Summer is almost here your favorite time of year. The kids are done school and all they do is beg mom to let them in the pool. Haley isn't too excited about the pool which I thought would be the case with her. She so smart mom's been teaching her how to count and she's very good with her colors. Rocco he's just a big boy but so lovable just the way you are. Always so pleasant and laughing all the time with his fat cheeks. He should be walking soon another one to chase around but I like it because it keeps me busy and my mine off things. Christopher finished kindergarten and is moving on to first grade I can't believe it. Your crazy brother-in-law went and bought a street bike keep an eye on him he makes me very nervous with that thing.
Were going down the shore in a couple of weeks the whole family and i know you'll be with us too. The shore reminds me of you I guess because you loved it so much. I know things will never me the same for our family but atleast I have alot of great memories to hold on to. I know one day I will see you again standing with this big smile on your face and cracking a joke with someone. I love you so much and miss you more than anything.
Love your sister
Rose Rose
May 27, 2003
Hey Bud, Happy Birthday! I still can"t believe that you're not here with me.I can't explain to anyone how much I miss you,I know Dad,Michael,Kristen and the kids miss you terribly.As I sat at the cemetery today,I just kept thinking about the wonderful person you were.I hoped you let your friends see that under that tough guy, there was the most beautiful,loving person anyone would want to have in their life.Sean,I know you can see me and hear me so try to send alittle strenght my way.I know you always thought I was a pretty strong person, but I'm pretty worn out.Your friends are as great as ever,you would be really proud of Brian.Sean, your nieces and nephews are just beautiful, I see alittle of you in each one of them.Rememeber Sean, you are my heart and I know when I see you again,my heart will be put back together again. You are ours forever Love Mom and Dad.
Kelly O'Connell
May 27, 2003
Hey Sean
Just wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday:) I still think about you everyday and it makes me very sad. You were one of my best friends and my soul mate. You were a huge part of my life that is gone and I know will never be replaced. I know you are still watching over everyone especially your family so we can continue to get through this. Have a great Birthday and know that you are very loved and missed.
I love you always.
Kelly
Rose Rose
May 11, 2003
Hey Bud, Mothers'Day is almost over and I need to talk with you. I'll tell you Sean,this getting on with life is pretty hard.We went to Michael's today,I know you would have been right in the mix of things with the kids.I know Michael and Kristen would love to have you here to share their families with you, the cool Uncle Dude.Dad misses you so much,he says we will never get over this nightmare.Sean,I have a Mothers'Day card you gave me about two years ago now I take it out and read it over and over.Your birthday is right around the corner,I don't know how I'm going to get through another year.I always thought I could handle anything that came my way,but I feel so empty.I truly know what it means to have a broken heart. I know you always said there's good in everybody,but I've been having a hard time with that lately.Sometimes I wish Dad and I could take our family to an island just for us.Never forget Sean that you are ours forever, forever loved.You are my heartlight.Love Mom
Rose Rose
April 22, 2003
Hey Bud,well another holiday has come and gone.Everybody came for dinner so you know it was pretty crazy.Even with everyone here it's not the same.I miss waking you up and making you find easter eggs with the kids.Sean,some days I almost forget your not coming home,I'll be doing something around the house and it hits me like a brick wall that I won't be seeing you walk in the door with your ear to ear smile.Our family circle is broken, and there's Nothing we can do to put it back together.I miss you so much,every morning I wake up with such a sick feeling,knowing I have to put on a life goes on face.Everyone is trying so hard to keep going, but some days I just want to crawl in bed and cry.Every day I'm waiting for it to get easier like everyone says it will, but I don't think that will ever happen.I miss you more than anyone will ever know.You are ours forever,always Loved. Love,Mom
Kelly O'Connell
April 21, 2003
Hey Sean & Roses,
Just thought I would say hello and Happy Easter. I seem to be thinking about you more then ever. I think it is the warmer weather. I miss you coming by on your bike and visiting the old block. I hate the fact that we can't go down the shore together and party. I miss you so much. I wish I could just hear your voice again and this pain would just go away. Please continue to help us get through this.
I love you and untill we meet again.......Kelly
kristen palazzo
April 7, 2003
Hey Sean,
I've been thinking about you alot these past couple of days. I guess with all the birthdays and easter coming. Plus today is a snowy day which I know you would of loved. I keep thinking about Easter and how mom would make you get up and find eggs with the kids it didn't matter how old you were mom would still have eggs for you. You wouldn't find the eggs but you would sure take the money. The holidays are always so hard we try to keep busy but all I can do is think about you.
The kids are getting big and bad except for Rocco. He's so sweet and pleasant. He's the total opposite of Haley. He reminds me of you always smiling. The kids keep me busy I'm sure you see all the crazy things they do.
Well keep watching over us. I miss you so much I don't think it will ever get easy. Love you always and forever
Rose Rose
March 17, 2003
Hey Bud, Happy St.Patrick's Day. Everyone was here for dinner,I guess you could hear all the noise.I wish I could tell you things are getting better, but that wouldn't be the truth. It seems like every time I turn around there's a birthday or some celebration,that you're not here for.Mike is back from Florida, he came over to visit, it was great to hear his laugh.Sean, it seems like there is nothing but days now, they just run into one another.I know what it means to have a broken heart.Dad and I wanted so much for you.When all the kids go home in the afternoon,I have that hour or so just to sit and think of you.I think I'm finally accepting that nothing is ever going to change what happened.I just want you to know,that you have my heart and that will never change.You are forever our wild,beautiful boy. Forever and ever,Forever Loved Love Mom and Dad.
DAN MCWILLIAMS
February 16, 2003
We miss you man, look over us..You know we need all the help we can get!
Kelly O'Connell
February 14, 2003
Hey Sean,
Just wanted to say Happy Valentine's Day. I miss you and I hope your watching over us all.
Love Always,
Kelly
LAURIE RITTER
February 14, 2003
February 14th, Hey Sean its Valentines Day, I have not written you in a while because I have'nt had my computer hooked up..I visited your mom and your dog is "very interesting looking" I might say.. It has been snowing like crazy and i cant stand the snow it is groce..I rescently had a dream about you again but I couldnt get out of it and i woke up sweating.. it seemed like you were trying to tell me something but when you were speaking i couldnt hear you..I ran into Timmy at Dublins and he seems to be doing okay.. But i really do miss you Sean, and really there is not much to say because missing you and loving you can only really be put into those words Pain is just something that cant be described.. I love you your cousin Laurie
Rose Rose
February 14, 2003
Happy Valentines Day Bud,I wish you could be here with us. You would be getting your usual gift of gummy candies. Brian came to visit yesterday, I know how much he misses you,he's doing ok. Sean, when I talk to your friends, I think how great it is that you have each other.I know you and Brian had a special bond that nothing could break apart.Our life is so different now since that Saturday night.It's so hard to explain how I feel,to not be able to see,hear or touch you is unbearable.Thank you for the love you shared with us, knowing what a wonderful heart you had makes me so proud. Love forever and ever Mom
Kelly O'Connell
February 9, 2003
Hey Sean,
I haven't been on this in a while, so I just thought I would say Hello. It's been a rough couple of weeks for me. A lot of things are going on in my life. Some, I wish you could be here for and others, not too good. My B-day is coming up and once again, you won't be here. I know your spirit was with us all last year when we went out so please, do the same this year. I wish you could be here. I miss you more as the day's go on. It's just the little things we would joke around with, I miss. Anyway, I hope you are o.k. and as always, watch over everyone especially your family. They miss you so much and it hurts me seeing them in so much pain. I love you so much and I will never forget you.
Love Always and Forever,
Kelly
Rose
February 7, 2003
Hi Bud, well another month has come and gone.Everyone says time will help make things better,but I can tell you that's not true.I can't explain how strange it is every day to just get out of bed and move on.Dad and I are now a part of a group nobody wants to belong to.February is a month full of birthdays for our family,how I wish you could be here.I know the sound of my voice must be driving you crazy, but I can't get through the day without talking to you. Sean, I know you want us to go on,but the pain of losing you is unbearable.Today it is snowing and all I can think about is how much you would have loved being here.I know there are no answers for this,sometimes I wish I had more faith,but I feel like God has let us down.I hope you're listening when I talk to you,there's so much I need for you to know.You will always be my baby and my heartlight.Please watch over us.You are ours forever,forever loved.Love,Mom
Megan Ireland-Sanford
January 6, 2003
Sometimes I wish that I did not remember some of the things that I do. I realized that today is the day that I found out that you had passed. I was on my computer, and for some reason I have this terrible habit of reading the obituaries. That is when I saw your name. I thought..."no way is this the same Sean Rose." I was floored. I still am. Since I moved back to Philly, I have been hanging out with some high school friends and we were talking about you the other day. I can not believe a year has gone by. I remember you being such a fun loving, easy going, great kid. I think of your family a lot and I know how much they are missing you. All of the Rose family will always be in my prayers.
Megan
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Rose
January 1, 2003
Well Bud,another year is here,the 29th has come and gone. I thought if I didn'tchange the calender from Nov. to Dec. I wouldn't have to see that date.I have your Dad,Michael,Kristen and the kids but sometimes the lonliness is unbearable.Father Harrison came to visit,and I told him how mad Iam at God,he said in time this will pass.I know Sean, when you lost Pop Pop, Wendy, Uncle John and Joey,I told you life goes on and to keep them in your heart.I know now Sean,how easy those words are spoken and how hard they are to follow.Somedays I just want to be alone not hear people talk or be a part of things.I know I tried so hard to hold on to you,and the thought of leaving go is too painful.You know we never said goodbye to each other, when you would leave for work or go out with your friends it was always See you later or I"ll be back and always be careful, but it was never goodbye. I can never tell you how much joy and happiness you gave us. You be ours forever and nothing can ever change that. Help us to be strong and try to understand. Love forever and ever Dad and Mom.
December 30, 2002
this is alittle message for the rose family, i hope that you find strength in sean's love to get you thru these hard times. i know that the pain will never lessen, but remember nor will the love. he cared for his family more than anyother person i know. my thoughts are with all his family members and friends. ps sean i miss u
kristen palazzo
December 28, 2002
Hey Dude,
Well all I can think about now that christmas is over is the 29th and how hard its going to be. Christmas was hard christmas eve was very hard for me I had to go up to the bathroom in mom's house because I couldn't stop crying. The year before you helped me get all the presents in the car. I remember when I fell down the stairs and you came running up to see if I was okay. I miss that about you always so caring and loving. I find myself crying alot especially these past couple of days. Its Saturday and Saturday night last year is when I received the phone call from dad. I didn't want to believe it. I wanted it all to be a nightmare but here I am a year later and when I walk into mom's house hoping to see you holding one of the kids or wrestling with them. I know I will never get to see you that way again and it kills me. If it wasn't for the kids I don't know what I do with myself.
I know your going to be with us tomorrow helping us to get through this day. I love you more than anything and miss you very much. See you again.
Love
kristen
LAURIE RITTER
December 28, 2002
SEAN, WELL CHRISTMAS IS FINALLY OVER AND IT FELT LIKE IT TOOK FOREVER TO GET HERE. IT DEFINITELY WAS NOT THE SAME WITHOUT YOU HERE THIS YEAR.. I KNOW THAT TOMORROW IS GOING TO BE VERY HARD FOR ALL OF US, ESPECIALLY YOUR MOM I STILL REMEMBER THE TIME I FOUND OUT ABOUT WENDY AND YOUR MOM WAS THE FIRST PERSON I WENT TO, SHE HELD ME SO TIGHT AND TOLD ME THAT IT WAS GOING TO BE OKAY AND THAT SHE LOVED ME. THE NIGHT I FOUND OUT ABOUT YOU NANA CALLED ME, BUT I THOUGHT IT WAS SOMETHING ELSE.. I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT NIGHT BECAUSE IT WAS THE WORST PAIN I FELT IN A LONG TIME. I WILL NEVER EVER FORGET YOU SEAN YOUR WAYS YOUR CARINGNESS AND JUST THE WAY WE WERE AS FAMILY WE WERE SO CLOSE AND I FELT LIKE I EARNED ANOTHER BROTHER ALONG WITH A FRIEND. I AM TRYING TO GET UP TO YOUR GRAVE BUT I REALLY DO NOT LIKE GOING THERE, TO MANY BAD MEMORIES BUT YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY HEART AND MIND AND WILL BE THERE FOREVER. I KNOW WE WILL SEE EACHOTHER AGAIN BECAUSE THAT IS THE WAY IT IS SUPPOSE TO BE, I LOVE YOU SEAN AND I REALLY MISS YOU ALOT YOUR COUSIN LAURIE.
Rose
December 26, 2002
Well Bud, Christmas is over, and we still can't believe you aren't here with us. I try to keep busy so I can stop the pain from creeping in on me.I know Sean I'll never have a reason for why this happened but I pray that what we are told as children is true and you and I will be together again some day. People say as time goes on it will get better, but all time does is keeps the pain going. I keep a picture of you in my mind when you would be sleeping and I would peek in on you and smile because you were home safe and sound.Sean you have Dad and my heart with you,our love is never ending.Your friends have been wonderful to Dad and I,I feel like I could hold them here forever when they come to visit.You are ours forever,forever loved.To our family ,friends and all of Sean's friends Thank You all for your love and for the great affection you have shown Sean and our Family. Merry Christmas Dude Love Dad and Mom.
Nichole Roccia
December 26, 2002
Dear Sean & Family,
Just wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year
Love,
Nichole
Kelly O'Connell
December 22, 2002
Hey Sean and Family,
Just wanted to say Merry Christmas. Please continue to help everyone get through this tough time. You are truely missed and will never be forgotten.
Love Always,
Kelly
December 21, 2002
just wanted to wish your family a merry christmas and a happy new year. i know this year is going to be hard but i hope you all get through it i know you will
kristen palazzo
December 20, 2002
Hey,
Well Christmas is only a couple of days away but it sure doesn't feel like christmas this year. This holiday is going to be very difficult. Right after that it will be one year since you left us so suddenly. Believe me it doesn't feel like a year it feels like everything happened yesterday. I always think like this time last year you were still here. I do this alot. If it wasn't for all the kids in the family I don't think we would even do christmas.
Christopher had a christmas play today he was a wise man and brittany was an angel. He's doing really well in school. He's always talking about you. He doesn't really understand everything about death. Haley broke her arm three weeks ago she fall off the basement stairs. I'm sure you see all this going on. Its been a crazy year!! Rocco is so big.I know Haley and Rocco would of enjoyed you so much.
I don't know nothing seems fair about this one minute you here the next your gone so quickly. I know we're going to need you this holiday especially mom and dad. So you know when you have some free time up there peak down on us. I miss you so much!!
love always xoxoxo
Sue Thompson
December 9, 2002
Dear Sean,
It has been a long time that I have written to you, I could just not bring myself to open and read the guest book. Well you have been on our minds so much that I decided to open it and read all the beautiful things people have written about you and to you. We all miss you so much. There is not a day that goes by that I am not thinking about you. Your mom and dad and your brother and sister miss you very much as well as all your family and friends. Christmas is going to be very hard this year and very different, because I will not have you here laughing and making some kind of crazy remark. Little Kenny talks about you all the time, about all the fun he has had with you. Whenever he is out at night and looks up at the sky at a star he always says that is Sean looking down at us. I wish I could just see you again. Well just keeping doing the wonderful job you are doing of watching over your family and friends, because they all miss you very much. I love you Sean.
Aunt Sue
Kelly O'Connell
December 8, 2002
Hey Sean,
This has been a rough couple of weeks for me. I am missing you more then ever. I've completely lost interest in everything. I honestly don't even want Christmas to come. You know me, I would have had my list of gifts that I wanted ready in June and now I see no point. I just can't get into the spirit. I can't imagine what your family is feeling so I've kind of been avoiding visiting your house. I want to and I will but I feel so horible about everything that I don't think I can face your mom. There really is nothing any one can do to make this better. I have so much I want you to be here for and so much I need to talk to you about. My one big Christmas wish is that your mom, family and friends will be able to get through this not only now, but for the rest of our lives. I hope you are ok and watching over everyone. I miss you so much.
Love Always,
Kelly
Rose
December 3, 2002
Hey Bud, Well the month that I wish wouldn't come is here. I did Thanksgiving and everyone was here, Dad, Michael and Kristen did the parade tradition, do youbelieve Dad hasn't missed a parade in twenty three years. I know Christmas is right around the corner,but I know it will never be the same. When I'm out at the stores I have to stop myself from looking for that one special gift for you, that I always tried to get.There so many things this year you would have loved.Sean, I miss you so much I feel like my heart is broken. When you walked into a room, my heart would smile,and I know I'll never feel that again. I'm so angry,I wish I had someone to blame this on,somebody to yell at or ask why.I want you to know how proud Dad and I will always feel about you. You are the light and life of our family,your heart was bigger than anyone I've ever known. Your are forever loved and you'll always be our baby. Forever and ever Dad and Mom.
LAURIE RITTER
November 23, 2002
DEAR SEAN, WELL THE HOLIDAYS ARE HERE AND IT IS VERY HARD FOR ME TO STILL BELIEVE THAT YOU ARE NOT GOING TO BE VISITING ME AGAIN LIKE LAST YEAR..REMEMBER ON THANKSGIVNG YOU WERE YELLING AT ME BECAUSE ME AND MY ROOMMATE WERE GOING TO VITALES FOR DINNER..AFTER THAT WE MET UP AND WENT OUT THAT WAS FUN.. WELL EVERYTHING IS STILL PRETTY MUCH THE SAME I GOT A BETTER JOB AND I MAKE GREAT MONEY NOW BUT THAT DOESN'T ALWAYS MAKE YOU HAPPY,,I'VE LEARNED THAT..I WOULD GIVE IT ALL UP IF I COULD JUST SEE YOU ONE MORE TIME.. I WANT YOU TO TELL WENDY I MISS HER AND I LOVE HER VERY MUCH AND I STILL THINK ABOUT HER EVERY DAY..IT'S VERY HARD FOR BOTH OUR PARENTS ON THE HOLIDAYS BECAUSE IT IS NOT THE SAME AND NEVER WILL BE WITH OUT YOU BOTH..I KNOW YOU WATCH OVER ME BECAUSE I SEE YOU ALOT IN MY DREAMS BUT IT IS LIKE YOU ARE REALLY THERE SOMETIMES IT IS SO REAL THAT I THINK YOU ARE REALLY NOT GONE BUT I CATCH MY SELF ABOUT TO CRY AND I WAKE UP.. I WANTED TO WISH YOU ALL A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND PRAY THAT ALL OF YOU ARE OKAY WHICH I KNOW YOU ALL ARE, TRUST ME EVEN THE BAD ANGELS DONT WANT TO MESS WITH MY FAMILY..WELL I WILL CONTINUE TO JUST DO AND HOPE THE BEST FOR EVERYONE, WHILE I WILL JUST KEEP ON TAKING ON CHALLENGES AS THEY ALWAYS COME ESPECIALLY TO US.. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU ALOT YOUR COUSIN LAURIE XOXOXOX
matt davis
November 21, 2002
yo...holla at me gurl...
mom=mom
November 13, 2002
hi! Sean
Just sat down to write you a hello. Pop and I miss you and wish we could understand why you were chosen to leave us. The holidays are coming up and I find you missing from my list. This year is so hard for all of your family. I know if there was a way you could make it easy you would, Love mom Mom and Pop
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