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Jakob Thomas Connely

Jakob Connely Obituary

Jakob Thomas Connely, 16, Lincoln, formerly York, died Friday (11/26/04).

Services: 10 a.m. today, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2201 Sheridan Blvd. Visitation: one hour prior to services, church. Memorials in care of the family. Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 S. 14th St.

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Published by Lincoln Journal Star from Nov. 29 to Nov. 30, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Jakob Connely

90 Entries

Nikki Amory

October 20, 2005

Hey Jakey. I miss you buddy. But someday will come when we can play football again. Wait for me at the gates of heaven. Can't wait to see you again. LOve ya kid. Always and Forever.

Erika Flowers

July 3, 2005

I know that it has been about six months since Jake has passed but I still remeber him. When ever people talk about someone passing and they dont seem to understand how it could happen I think of Jake. I dont know why something like this would happen to such a sweet Guy like Jake. I am always going to be thinking about you Jake. Always and Forever!

Anna Lehman (daughter of Kathy Klatt)

December 29, 2004

Jakob

We don't know,

Why you have gone.

How can one leave,

A life in dawn?

We've all shed tears,

Still speak your name.

The rest of our years,

Won't be the same.

We hold your memory,

So close and dear.

We know you are free,

Far from pain and fear.

We will march on,

The way you'd want us to.

We may not feel strong,

Somehow we'll make it through.

Some have a hundred years,

Others only an hour.

When it's all done and said,

Life is out of our power.

We do not know,

Why you have gone.

How can one leave,

A life in dawn?

What we do know,

Is that we all love you.

And that wherever you go,

You will always love us too.

Love,

Anna

Dave Seevers & family

December 21, 2004

We cannot express how much we will miss Jake. He has impacted our family and always made time to help us out. Jake had so much potential that we could see him excelling in everything he did. He learned how to drive a dump truck the first time he jumped in it. He also loved "playing" on the skid steere loader and running the motorcycles three wheelers and go-cart at the shop. So many other things he was able to pick up after a little instruction on how it was done he could do it! He earned respect and trust in a very short amount of time that would take others years to accomplish. We considered him more of a nephew than a cousin we felt to be that close. He would confide in us through his times of need. We had big plans to teach him how to paint his car. He also helped fabricate the tarp system on our dump truck we still have his big footprints on the tarp. When ever we look at that tarp we think of Jake. In the fabricating of the tarp system Jake was also learning properties of metal and how to weld different types and thicknesses of metal. He also learned to cut metal with oxygen acetaline and the easiest was the plasma arc torch. Jake loved to play with our family pet "CZARR" (dog). And our daughter Jaden just adored Jakob to no end. Jake was very respectful to his elders and carried himself with respect. I wish there were more people in the world like Jake he really did make the world a better place. Jake will forever be in our hearts and our memmories. Until that day when we can all be together again:)

Ashlee Ruch

December 19, 2004

~Jake~

The Rhodes Family misses you TONS! and we all loved you! Every time we came up there for New Years we had so much fun together! we miss you and new years will never be the same with out you! You were such a great kid to hang around when we came up to vist you! This is Ashlee Bob's Daughter! we love you and miss you!

Sincerly~

Dana Bell

December 12, 2004

I knew Jake from camp, and he was such an awesome guy. May God bless your family during these difficult times.

Jordan Blythe

December 8, 2004

I can't even express how much I know it hurts,I mean I didn't really know Jake except for when I went to Park with him.But from what I knew about him he was one of a kind.I'm sorry for your loss and he will be in our spirits forever and always.

Lela Connely-Lowry

December 7, 2004

Lori, may this letter help you remember and celebrate Jakob's life, live the rest of yours in honor of him, seeing everything you can and going as many places as possible. He would like that.

My Sweet Jakob, I had the honor of watching you be born and seeing the excitement of our family for the first grandson and boy in our family in over 20 years. What a joy you have been to all of us in your short 16 years. I will treasure the memories of you in my heart, your adventuresome and playful spirit, vacationing at Jellystone, camping and you chasing me with snakes until I would have to "get you". Watching your expression when I told you the best way to keep the worms warm to catch the fish,having mud fights in grandpa's basement while we were supposed to be working,the plaster making your perfect hair stand straight up. You are the son I wished was mine, perfect in every way, even in your mischief. You are so loved by the girls and me and you will be forever remembered, honored and treasured in our hearts and minds.

See you when God brings me home too. Until then, all my love

Aunt Lela

Megan Boice

December 6, 2004

Dear Connely Family,

I met Jake at Camp Kitaki and he was a lot of fun! I enjoyed talking to him and he was a really nice guy. I was shocked to hear about your lost. You are in my prayers.

Courtney Schroeder

December 5, 2004

Dear Connely family,

I just heard about your tragic loss, i am so sorry to hear this. i met Jake at camp Kitaki last summer. I didn't know him that well but he was very nice and caring. May he rest in peace, you are all in my prayers.

Katherin Klatt

December 4, 2004

My heart goes out to each and every one of you. You know that I love you.I keep you in my thoughts and prayers. You cousin, Kathy Klatt.

Jill Schneider

December 3, 2004

Rest in Peace Jake... you will be missed greatly.

Justin Meyer

December 2, 2004

jake ment a lot to me ever since the first time i met him (7th grade) because of his caringness and his feelings and thoughts of everyone. i can not remebera time that i saw jake in a sad or down mood and when ever i was having a hard time in life he would always cheer me up with his great sence of hummor or his smile. his smile was probably the biggest thing that he was knowen for back at Park. after PArk i really never got a chance to talk to him because he whent to LSW and i whent LHS and it was hard for me to imagine how this would change so many lives of his family and friends.

jake you will never be forgotten by me or anyone else that knew you and i hope to see you sometime later on in life. rest in peace man

Jake, Julie and Me on Christmas Morning

Andrea Krumrei

December 1, 2004

.There is too much to write about Jake....It's an honor to have been his first playmate. :) He was such a wonderful person and a great friend... He was always smiling and knew how to cheer everyone up. He definitely made spending time with family even more enjoyable. I sure will miss the sleepovers, trying to stay just as energized as Jake through out the night. Or driving around in York, with grandma in the backseat, making sure we stayed out of trouble. He was always full of energy and lived his life to the fullest. He will be incredibly missed by everyone who knew him. I thank you all for your prayers and I know Jake does too. To all of Jake's friends from school, please feel free to get ahold of me. I'd love to have Jake's friends as mine also. To all the family, I love you with all my heart and will never take for granted the time we have together. And to Jake....I miss you sooo much and will always have a part of me missing now that you are gone...I can't wait to see you in heaven! I bet you're the best lookin angel up there! :) I love you more than words can explain...I keep praying for the moment you, Joni, and I can hang out all together again....

" Gonna recommend you to the spirit in the sky,
That's where ya gonna go when you die ,
When you die and they lay you to rest,
You're gonna go to the place that's the best."

I can't wait to see your beautful eyes and rosy-cheeked smile!

With much love
and great memories,
Your Cousin,
Andrea Michelle Krumrei

Jody Wiemer

December 1, 2004

Lori and your family,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know that no words that I can say can take away the pain. Just remember that you and your family are in many people's prayers and thoughts, mine included. He looks so much like you! Take Care and call if you need anything.

You are on my mind and in my prayers,

tim meier

December 1, 2004

Rest in peace man, u wont ever be forgotten, we gonna have to meet up someday

Cari (Reetz) Harless

December 1, 2004

Lori,

We knew each other in High School and now I live in Lincoln across the street from your sister. I remember seeing Jakob at his Aunts house every now and then and could not get over how much he looked like you. My heart is breaking for you and your loss. I just can't imagine the pain you are feeling now. You are in my prayers.

James, Cari, Nathan and Allison

Anthony Smith

December 1, 2004

I'm sure that everyone will miss you because I know I will.

Seth Yant

December 1, 2004

Jake he was a loving kid

Always wanting to get rid

Of the hurt, and pain we had

Making us happy, when we got mad

Telling us jokes, to make us smile

Making every second with him worthwhile

But now, I can sleep with a smile on my face

Knowing that he is in a better place

I wish that I didn't have to say goodbye

I wish those tears never would have filled my eyes

But someday, somehow, I'll see you and say

..................Hey......... .

Jake, you'll be missed so much by everyone so much. I'm sorry you had to leave us so early. We'll meet again in the future. Sooner or later, we will. Till then, Rest in peace man.

See ya someday,

Seth

Mike Roberts

December 1, 2004

Connely Family,

I knew Jake from Park and we had some fun times and some bad times. We got along most of the time and sometimes were just horrible. He was there when I needed him when my dad past away and I wish I could of been there we we past away. I am very sorry for your lose and it is very hard to get over, I would know. I wish your family the best. Jake, Rest in PEACE and SEE'YA LATA BUDDY.

You Friend Always,

Mike Roberts

Dieter castillo

December 1, 2004

hey jake I know that u can still see this they do say that the good ones always go first.But why some one so nice like you, that smile that you had has great. I am sure going to miss that but sometimes GOD needs it angels back in heaven .To the connely family he was a great kid Iam really sorry for your lost, but he is now in heaven looking down at you, Jake I wish that i could had know you better you where a great kid R.I.P you will always be remember but i wish that i could see that smile just one more time

Dieter castillo

December 1, 2004

hey jake I know that u can still see this they do say that the good ones always go first but why some one so nice like u that smile that u had has great I am sure going to miss that but sometimes GOD needs it angels back in heaven one.to the connely family he was a great kid Iam really sorry for your lost but he is now in heaven looking down at you, Jake I wish that i could had know you better you where a great kid R.I.P you will always be remember but i wish that i could see that smile just one more time

Kiara Letcher

November 30, 2004

jakey~its going to be tough not seeing you everyday after school, i will always miss your smile, and your leather jacket you wore all the time, and the way you always found a way to make me laugh, or just put me in a good mood, no one can ever smile like you did, and i will always remember the crazy little things you did. But i guess i'll have to wait to see you again, but for now you'll always be in my thoughts~love always XX kiki

Nick Rose

November 30, 2004

I am very sorry to hear the news about what happened to jake. He was a great kid and was always there to hang out. I remember we got kicked out of class together. but we only got lunch detention. Jake was a leader and could do any thing bacause he had many talents.

In my thoughts and prayers jake.

Andrew Tool

November 30, 2004

Jake was a fun and caring person. I never saw him without a smile on his face. Every time I saw him in the hall he would think nothing of stopping to say hi. I will miss seeing his friendly face in the halls at school. We will all miss you Jake.

Mai Nguyen

November 30, 2004

Jake,

You are one of the greatest persons I've had the joy of knowing. When I first met you I was immediately attracted to your wonderful personality and your great sense of humor. You somehow always managed to make me laugh even when I was down. You always brought a smile to my face. I loved all the times we shared and the conversations we had. There will always be an empty place in my life, but I know you're in a better place. I love you and I miss you. I'll see you again someday.

Love,

Mai

Thireena Connely

November 30, 2004

Dear Jake

I miss you so much. You were one of my best cousins.I guess God had a plan for you. We all love and we will be thinking about you all the time.

Leslie Reetz

November 30, 2004

Lori~ Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God continue to comfort you!

Andy, Leslie (Klone), Jakson, Will and Drew Reetz

November 30, 2004

Jake,

You were a great friend and always willing to make people happy to their consent. I am going to miss you with all of my heart and I am going to see you again some day, your an awesome person. I know how people say god knows when it is time, but I don't think he shouldve taken you from us. You know who this is and I love you.

Erika Flowers

November 30, 2004

Dear Jakob,

From the first time I had met you in 7th grade to the last time I saw you, I always thought that you were a great friend. You were always the person to look at if you were down and couldn't smile. You always had a smile on your face that made eveyone that was down happy just because you smiled at them. I still remember the first time I had met you in 7th grade in sciene class. We talked and you would tell me about you modeling career, and we laughed about all the funny things people would say in the class. I know that over the years people tempt to grow apart and that is what I think happened in highschool, we met new people and got new friends, but you were always willing to help people no matter who they were or how they were. I'm so sad that your gone now and cannot share any laughs with me anymore but I'm not saying goodbye to you I am just going to say "See ya later."

Jakob's parents, sorry for your loss. Jakob was a great friend and loved by all. May he rest in PEACE.

Love, Erika

Angel Nies

November 30, 2004

Dear Connaly Family,

hi, I knew Jake vey well when I went to Park with him. He was a totally awesome kid! I am sorry to hear what happend and I wish I could change it like I used to help Jake in school. but if there is anything I can do to help... Wish you guys the best of anything!

Minnie Harl

November 30, 2004

Not like most I cant say that I knew jake to the fullest but I also attended Park Middle School with him. He was a cool kid and to his closer friends and family my heart,thoughts and prayers go out to you.

With thought and distant love,

Caty Trimble

November 30, 2004

I just want you to know that my thoughts and prays go out to you and your family in times of need... Jake was an awesome kid! I will always remember his smile because I never saw him without it and along with that I never saw him without his infamous leather jacket... you could tell he loved that coat... Everyone remembers him in their own special way... and I hope that you know that everyone who knew him loved him very much.

Sincerely yours,

Caty Trimble

Ken & Arlene Hiatt

November 30, 2004

John and Lori,

We were saddened to read about Jakob. We will continue to hold you and your family in our prayers. May God surround you both with His love, His joy, and His peace.

mike means

November 30, 2004

we were friends since we were little.he was my first friend. i will miss him. mike means

Michael Connely

November 30, 2004

Jake`s character abounded in energy, strength, determination, courage, and love. He was always the first to volunteer when a difficult work project came up. You never saw him angry...he was strong and courageous, yet gentle and loving. Jake, of all the younger generation in our family, because of his strength of character and willingness to work when and where others would not, was the one that I had chosen to eventually succeed me as the Director of my Japanese businesses. He was the closest thing to a son that I had. His size 13 shoes will not be easily filled. I will miss you tremendously. I love you Jake. Always

Uncle Mike

laura cartwright

November 30, 2004

i live in a house on the way home from park and everyday almost when jake went to school there he would stop by my house and say hi and just have a chat with me. i am like 3 years older than him but he considered me his "crush" when he was in jr. high i thought it was cute and thought he was a really nice kid so i talked to him and we really enjoyed eachothers company. Jake will be greatly missed and i wish that we could have known eachother better and that he could still be here with us. Jake you will be greatly missed and let the angels watch over your family.

sincerly,

laura

Leslie Childs

November 29, 2004

Lori - My heart goes out to you and your family. When reading the news I did not make an immediate connection, but something about that article haunted me and would not leave me in peace. A little research and I found that it was indeed the son of the "kind Lori" that had assisted me in a time of need. My heart goes out to you and I feel as though I have lost some of my own family, having lived and grown myself while watching yours when they were so young, and so thankfull for the joy all of them brought to our lives. Lori contact me when you are able and know in the meantime that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers and let others help you carry such saddness.

Leslie

Katie Taff

November 29, 2004

Jake will be forever missed and always in my heart. I met him on diving team last year, and he was always there to make us laugh. Jake was always working hard and having fun in whatever he did at the same time. It is sad to see someone so young go so early. Jake- may you rest in peace and I'll see you someday bud! We all miss and love you very much!

Brittney Benson

November 29, 2004

I can't say that I was really close to him but I saw him in the halls every now and then and when I did it was sure to bring that smile to my face. When I heard about what had happened to Jake I just sat and cried I was speachless to say the least. I remember the great times at swim team for Irving him and I would be partners for relays. It wouldn't have been the same with out swimming with Jake. He was a great guy very understanding and very funny. Connely family you guys will be in my prayers. Not a day will go by with out thinking of Jake. Much love and Wishes

Ashley Chism

November 29, 2004

Dear Family of Jake

I cant say I knew Jake very well I was introduced to him in the hallway by one of my friends. Where ever he went he brightened the room, he always was making someone happy no matter what he had a huge heart and always included everyone. Im Sorry I didnt get to know him better. Jake you will be loved forever and always. My prayers are with you and your family.

love you forever and always,

Ashley

Denise Dredge

November 29, 2004

My son, Brandon, attended LSW and Park Middle School with Jakob. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Hannah Kelley

November 29, 2004

The first time i met jake was on a summer trip to worlds of fun with our church. i had never seen him before, but i wanted to get to know him. We had sooo much fun together at worlds of fun! we saw each other a few more times after that, but unfortunatley not enough. I know that he is with the Lord right now watching us all and smiling. I'll always miss you jake, and you'll always be in my heart.

cindy and david means

November 29, 2004

He Will Always Be Remember. He Was Like One Of Our Family. We Will Miss Him. Cindy And David

Ashley Chism

November 29, 2004

I can't say that i knew jake very well but i can say that i saw him very often in the halls. I was introduced to him by a friend but never really hung out with him. I just want to say im sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you. You will always be loved and missed.

love always,

Ashley

April Means

November 29, 2004

Jakob was my brothers best friend. they have been best friends since they were in diapers. its hard to believe that he is gone. i will always remember him, and im sure that my brother will too. its hard for me and im sorry to hear about what happened to jakob.

Love always and forever,

April Means

Katie, Kelley and Krystal

November 29, 2004

All threee of us were in Jake's 4th period class and he was always the one that brought all the laughter! Today it was not the same and it wont be for a while because his seat will always be empty.We will Miss him so much.

Sandy Ricketts

November 29, 2004

John and Laurie:

I have been praying for the two of you evry day since I first heard the news.I am so sorry that this happen to such a wonderful kid. Jake will be greatly missed in our family,He ment so much to all of us.I dont recall ever meeting a kid that was so willing to lend a helping hand or even a shoulder to cry on.no matter what Jake was there. We will all miss him so much. Laurie-If there is anything that we can do, please feel free to let us know.My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Thick clouds seem to hide the sun,

Some sunbeams shine on through,

The same holds true for memories

When loved ones leave our view.

We love you all. Sandy Ricketts and family

Even Temp, Inc.

November 29, 2004

A family member works here and is now dealing with the loss of Jakob. Our prayer is that God covers you with a blanket of peace, and an overwhelming feeling of comfort knowing that Jakob's soul is resting in His arms.

Jamie Spangler, Brittany Smaha and Tiffany Mitchell

November 29, 2004

Jake was a great person with a HUGE heart. He was always there to help us all out! It was a horrible tragety that happen to him we will all miss him dearly. We haven't known him more than 3 years, but he was a great guy! He was also very cute. Right now we know everyone is sad, but everything happens for a reason.

Vicki (Toms) Northrop

November 29, 2004

I watched Jakob's mom Lori grow up in the Presbyterian Church in York. I can remember Jakob when he was a little guy running around at the church. He was in different Sunday School classes and Bible School classes that I taught. He was always full of energy and smiles! He was with his Grandma Clara all the time! I couldn't believe it when I saw this on the news. I have raised four boys and I don't know what I would do if I lost one of them. Somehow, God will give you the strength you need to get through this! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Katie

November 29, 2004

To The Connely Family,

Jake was very loved here at school. I honestly can't remeber how I met him but I do remember after I did I knew he was a very special person. It's hard to think that someone you know so well is gone but it gives me comfort in knowing that I will see him again. Remember our thoughts and prayers are with your family and the rest of you who are mourning the loss of this dearly loved man.

To Jake, we will miss you more than words can say and I hope that you watch over all of us as we continue our lives and as you continue yours in the Kingdom of God. God Bless Jake and his Family!

Love Always,

Stephanie Tisdale

November 29, 2004

I met Jake at Freshmen Day at LSW, I was helping out with Student Council. I only talked to him a few times but he always seemed so full of life and he was always happy. Everytime I would see him in the halls he had a smile on his face and he was surrounded by his friends. It was clear he was loved by his family and friends. Jake was a great boy. My prayers are with his family and friends.

Craig Cope

November 29, 2004

When we sent the get well card to Jake in the hospital I never thought this would happen. Class just isn't going to be the same.

Nikki Amory

November 29, 2004

Dear Connely Family,

I am very sorry to hear about Jake, I'm very sure it has altered many people's lifes. Jakob was a well liked and very loved person, I will never forget the first time I actually met him, it was in 7th grade. He was so nice and poliet, and had an amazing smile that would never go away, that's probably what I'll remember most about him. (his smile) Jake was an awesome persome to be around, he was so funny and goofy, he would never be in a negative mood. He will be greatly missed and always loved by many many people. My prayers go to for strength to get through this, I know it will not be easy. Below is a poem that I have written for you and everyone else to see.

An everlasting smile

Some called him "little Jake",

some called him "squint"

His smile was his trademark,

wherever he went.

A room would brighten

when Jackob came in

'cause the first thing you saw,

would be his grin!

A son and brother so precious;

a friend so true!

Whatever he had,

he'd share it with you!

A thought, a deed, a kind

word for a while

But always, oh always,

He'd share 'His Smile'.

Our hearts are breaking,

our thoughts are going wild!

We've lost our friend:

We've lost our child!

"But only for a while,"

I heard Jesus say

"He's been chosen for the

Master's Bouquet!"

Hand selected by Jesus from

this 'garden of life'

Gone to Heaven!-He's

through with this strife!

Why is he gone?

God only knows.

But Oh what a treasure,

A "smiling rose!"

With love to your family and to Jake

Nikki

Diane Huempfner

November 29, 2004

I met some of your family at the ICU waiting room. My twin is in ICU still. I feel your pain and pray that God is working in your lives to help you heal from your loss. I never met Jakob, but it was obvious how much he was loved.

Seth Liebers and Chris Helget

November 29, 2004

Jake was a good student but also a great friend. We've known him since about sixth grade. He's always been there whenever we needed him through hard times and the fun times. We will never forget about you buddy and hopefully we'll see you in the future.

Susie Fairbanks

November 29, 2004

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. The Fairbanks family--Susie,Aaron,Derrick,and Amanda

Anna Hill

November 29, 2004

Dear Connely Family,

I'm so very sorry about your loss. I knew Jake from swimming and diving this last year. Everyone had been hoping that he would go out for the team again. We all had a lot of fun with him at meets and swim parties. He was funny and a really cute kid. He will be sorely missed from the this year's team.

Jake we miss you and continue to love you,

Anna

Samantha Exstrom

November 29, 2004

Jake was in some of my classes and i have known him sence the first day of 9th grade. im very sorry for your loss, i am going to miss jake so much..he was a great kid. and i am going to be attending the funeral on tuesday. my prayers are with the family. god bless!

samantha : sophmore at LSW

Amber Ricketts

November 28, 2004

Gone are the days we used to share,

But in our hearts you are always there,

The gates of memory will never close,

We miss you more then anyone knows,

With tender love and deep regret,

We who love you will never forget!

I will never forget Jakob and how he was so Loving and Caring of everyone! He had such a warm heart. That's what we treasured so dearly. I have known Jake for 4 years, and built a great relationship with him. There is not one person in this world that could take his place in my heart.

Love-Amber Ricketts

Lacey Anderson

November 28, 2004

Jakob was my cousin, and i have so many memories of him, I know that he was a great person who was cared for by many and he also cared for many...He had an open heart and accepted everyone. I remember when we were little and we used to play at my grandma's house and spend the holidays together laughing and we just goofing around...Jakob will be missed dearly...

Love Always,

Lacey Lea Anderson

Felicia Anderson

November 28, 2004

John and Laurie:

Im so so so sorry to hear about Jake. It seems like just yesterday that we were all down in minnesota for Christmas break, wrestling in grandma and grandpa andersons basement. Jake was an amazing boy. Even when I didnt know him as family, and we went to school together, Jake had the biggest heart. He would have welcomed anyone who needed a friend, and he was there for everyone. we were close before we were family, and after we both moved we kind of lost contact, except for those few times when we would all get together. Im gonna miss him so much. but just remember, he will be watching down on all of us now, and he would want you and everyone body else to be strong for him, and his sisters. The last thing that Jake would want is for anybody to be sad. Remember, you are in my prays, always and forever.

I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!

Felicia

Pam Hess(Anderson)

November 28, 2004

John and Laurie,

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. It's hard to believe we go through so many trials in our lives. Just remember everything happens for a reason, good or bad. God will help you through it just like he always has. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Felicia and Lacey are thinking of you also. They were telling me of the fun times with Jakob. He will be missed by many. We love you all.

November 28, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jake. You were a great friend to everyone and you will be missed.

- Laura Brammeier

and Jon Pike

Alissa Rogers

November 28, 2004

Dear Connely Family

First off i am so sorry for ur loss. I didn't know Jake as well as a lot of people but i knew him from Swimming and Diving last year and Campus Life this year infact we just started talking at the Campus Life Dodge Ball night when we went to eat at Sonic and he was just like any normal teenager happy and joking around with friends im glad i got to know him for the little time i did because he made me laugh and anyone that does that is worth the time getting to know even only for a short while. Im so sorry and i wish you all the best of luck.

Abby Wilson

November 28, 2004

I just wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with Jake's family and friends. I was lucky enough to know Jake. He was an amazing person who will truly be missed.

Paige Wald

November 28, 2004

I can't say i knew Jake well, but i've seen him in the halls at school the last 3-4 yrs. We never spoke much to eachother other than a hi in the school halls at park until my freshman yr at southwest. I recently became friends with him about a month or two ago through one of his closer friends. I'm sorry i didn't get the chance to know him better but im happy i got to finally meet him. My prayers are with his family and all his friends.

LeeAnna Brennenstuhl

November 28, 2004

I met Jake last year during Spirit Fest. Jake was a great kid and i know as well as others that he will be missed very much. He will never be forgoten. He always knew some way to make me and my friends laugh. Jake will be in my prayers as well as others. Jake R.I.P.

Abby Wilson

November 28, 2004

Just wanted to say my thoughts and prayers are with Jake's family and friends. He was an amazing kid who will be truly missed.

Seth Yant

November 28, 2004

Dear Connely family,

I'm very very sorry to hear about your son Jake. I knew him a little bit, but not all that well. But from what I've seen in him, he was a good kid and was always caring about others. He will always be in the hearts of every student and staff that attends Southwest Highschool. It comforts me to know that a silverhawk finally got his wings.

Take care,

Seth

Donna Ellis

November 28, 2004

To the family of Jakob,

Our hearts go out to all of you at this tragic time in your lives. We are deeply saddened for your loss of Jakob. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers, and may the Lord wrap his arms around you and comfort you.

Love and prayers,

Donna, Don, Ashley, Krista, Marcus, and Darin Ellis. (York, Ne)

Adam Sellhorn

November 28, 2004

My condolences to the family. Jakob was a fine young man that was full of life. I enjoyed coaching him last year and am sad I will not get the chance again. He will be missed.

Sincerely,

Adam Sellhorn

Southwest Diving Coach

Ashlee Engel

November 27, 2004

I never had the chance to meet Jakob but all i know is that i saw him often in the halls at Southwest, i want to say my prayers are with his family at this tragic time, im so sorry to hear about this lose of your family, may god bless you and your son.

Megan Young

November 27, 2004

I met Jake this year! His locker was not very far from mine! I went to Park and had known him from there. He so willingly help me find my class the first day of school. I always looked forward to going to my locker, knowing that Jake would be there! He could always put a smile on my face! Everytime he saw me in the hall he would stop me and ask how my day was going. Jake was an amazing person with a HUGE heart! he will be missed and will always be in my heart!

Love always and forever

Megan

Heather Shipley

November 27, 2004

Dear connley family,

Its very hard to hear the news about your son jake. I met him last year and was pretty good friends with him. Im very sry that you lost such a good child as he was and he was a very good friend and many peoples lives wont be the same with out him and many people will miss out on what a great person he was.Remember that life is too short so laugh hard and remember the ones you love most.

Ashleigh Lang

November 27, 2004

I met Jake last year. He was probably the first person I met that was going to Southwest. I went to the Spirit Fest and met him and my friend and I talked to him all night. We always had fun and he was such a nice guy. It's hard to believe that someone I saw everyday on his way to second period right next to me, I will never see again. He always said 'hi' to me and he was always very nice. He will never be forgotten by the people in our grade and at our school. It hurts to know that one of the first people I met at Southwest is no longer with us. However,I feel comfort knowing that he is in a better place watching down on us.

michael farr

November 27, 2004

Dear Connely Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. My Niece Jessica knew this boy who attended the same school. Our hearts go out to this boy and the family. You are remembered in our prayers. God bless Mike Farr

Ashleigh Lang

November 27, 2004

Dear Connely Family,

I went to school with your son. I saw him everyday on my way to second period as his class was right next to mine. In 9th grade, I remember meeting him at the Spirit Fest and talking to him all night. He was a very nice guy and I am truly sorry for your loss. May God be with you.

Jacklyn Pickerill

November 27, 2004

I met Jake just this year and my first impression of him was that he was a real cutie and that he looked like a nice person.Once i got to know him I knew that Jake was a person that cared a lot for his family and he cared a lot for other people. He was so nice to everyone. He was funny and i don't think anyone could ever NOT like him. we all loved him so much. He always made me laugh and smile. Jake brought happiness in to the world. He would always come to my locker and talk to me and ask me how my day was going and then he would always walk me to all of my classes. Jake brought so many good memories to me. Jake was always there for me and would never make me feel bad.I will never forget Jake. Jake will always be in my heart and he will always be that big piece in my heart that will remind me day and night for the rest of my life that made me realize you never know what you have until its gone.I know that Jake is in a good place and that he will always be watching me and he wants everyone in this world to be happy and make good decisions. I know that everything that happens in this world always happens for a reason and maybe God thought that this was Jake's time to go. i know that Jake is watching me right know and i want him to know that i will be really strong for him, i love him so much and that i will always be there for him in my heart.

Love always and forever

Jacklyn

Alyssa Damke

November 27, 2004

Jake we will all miss you

Jessica skinner

November 27, 2004

I just met Jake this year, and he was always there for me. He would meet me at my locker in between classes just to say hey. Im going to miss him so...much! he meant more to me than I realized and it hurts so bad! I'll never forget him, and all the good memories he brought me. he changed my life in so many ways and im sure others feel the same. It hurts to know that he's gone, but know he's in a better place. He'll always be in my heart and will never be forgotten.

love always and forever

*jess

Pastor Gary Fuller

November 27, 2004

Dear Folks,

My wife and I are so very saddened by your loss. May the gracious hand of the Lord and the comfort of His Wordsustain you through this tragic time in your lives. Our hearts break with yours. Make sure to honor Jakob by cerishing the wonderful times you had and the great memories.

We are praying for you!

Gary & Lynn Fuller

Kimberly Zetterman

November 27, 2004

Thinking of you during this tragic and difficult time. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

Sharie Krumrei - Patty

November 27, 2004

Dear Connely Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. May the Creator of love and life wrap you up in comfort that will surpass all human understanding. You are remembered in our prayers.

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