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Steve Kanter
April 25, 2012
Hi Linda,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your terrible loss.
Steve Kanter, Associated Bank
Nicole (Jacobson) Wendler
April 11, 2012
Jim, Linda & Family~
I am so sorry for your incredible loss. I am praying for Jesus to heal your broken hearts while you are here on earth. That your joy is full in the memories of the precious time you were blessed with his life. Believing the promises of God. John 3:16. That you will all be together again eternally. IN CHRIST'S RESTORING LOVE.
Todd Fiorentino
April 3, 2012
Dear Linda - my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time of loss. After reading all the posts about Jake, he sounds like an amazing young man who touched people in a profound manner. I pray that his incredible legacy will live on in many ways for many people.
With Deep Sympathy, Todd
Jennifer Collopy
April 3, 2012
Dear Linda and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the pain you are in. Please know I think and pray for you often. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Carole Hetrick
April 1, 2012
"Those we hold in our arms for a short time, are in our hearts forever." So sorry for your loss.
Laura Kaminsky
April 1, 2012
My prayers to your family and for your loss!
Peace and Love to you.
Laura R. Kaminsky
Greenfield, WI
March 30, 2012
"God heals the broken in heart and binds up their wounds." Psalms 137:3
Pius XI High School Family
Jim and Julie Lenahan
March 30, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 30, 2012
Dear Jim, Linda & families,
I am deeply saddened and shocked to hear about your tragic loss. As a parent one hopes and prays to never experience the profound loss of a child. May God and Jake watch over you and help you heal. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Linda Bauer
Mandy
March 30, 2012
I didn't know Jake at all, but I'm so sorry for your loss. <3
Vicki Maas
March 29, 2012
Jim and family - Ryan Maas and I send our sincere sympathy for the loss of Jake. God will give you strength and help heal your heart and when remembering Jake and all the great times you shared - you will smile again. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Vicki White Maas
Allen Risse
March 29, 2012
Linda I'm very sorry for your loss I have been praying for your family. Al Risse
Keith Salisbury
March 29, 2012
Jim and Linda,
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Luke Falk
March 29, 2012
I came to UWM as a transfer student at the beginning of this year. My first class here was Speech and I had it with Jake. As a matter of fact, he was the first person who approached me out of 30,000 students and started a conversation. As the semester went on I could get a good feel for the kind of person that Jake was and how personable of a guy he was. He was the guy that made speech class so enjoyable to go to because you knew he would be there and would always make everyone else laugh. Although his life was cut short due to this tragedy and you have no idea who I am, I wanted to let you know how big of an impression and impact Jake had on me and will continue to have on me as a person. His smile, great sense of humor, and his compassion towards others are only a few things that made him such a great person and words can't even describe how saddened I am. If only there were more people in this world that lead a life like Jake did, this world would be a much better place. May God give your family strength during this time of sadness and emptiness
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers,
March 29, 2012
Dear Winkler Family,
My daughter Mara knew your son from UWM, she told me Jake was wonderful and so nice. Jake had just helped her put oil in her car on the east side where they both lived for school.
Our deepest of Sympathy.
Sue G.
March 29, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
March 29, 2012
Dear Jim & family,
My deepest condolences and prayers are with you all during these difficult times.
God will give you the strength to prevail. You know we are all behind you.
Deborah Hayden ( Virginia Beach, Va)
March 29, 2012
I can not imagine the pain and loss you are feeling - I have a 20 year old daughter who was at Spring Break sametime Jake was. She knew him and said he was a wonderful person!! Our prayers go to all of you. May God's presence in your lives and Jake's memories comfort you at this time. I am truly sorry for you loss - you all are in my prayers and thoughts
Hubertus Wisconsin
March 29, 2012
Linda and Jim
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. May God give you and your family the strength and understanding at this time of sadness in your life. Jake always made us smile when he was around. Jake will always be remembered in everyones heart that he has touched.
Glen and Gail Borchardt & Family
Sue Foley
March 29, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.The Foley Family
March 29, 2012
I am so very sorry for your loss. Words cannot express the pain and sympathy I have for you and your family at this time. One can only have hope to hold onto during a time such as this. Much love and God Bless.
Petrina Cheng
March 28, 2012
Dear Jim & family:
I am so sorry for your loss,just know that you and your family are very close in every thought and prayer.
Darlene Klefstad
March 28, 2012
My daughter Britney went to school with Jake and we know he was a great person. Im a parent and cant imagine the loss you must be feeling. Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
March 28, 2012
Dear Winklers:
We are so sorry for your loss. We are not suppose to outlive our children. No words can make this tragedy any easier for your family. May God grant you the Faith & Strength to make it through this until you are together again. You are all in our prayers.
The Peterson Family of St. Mary's
Cindy & Alex Pulera
March 28, 2012
Linda,Jordan and Family,
Our hearts go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow. As you grieve know that we are thinking of you and honoring the memory of Jake. Please accept our heartfelt sympathies and prayers of peace and comfort to you and your family.
Jack & Debby Abuya
March 28, 2012
Dear Jim and family,
We are deeply saddened for your loss. May you be comforted by all the wonderful memories you all have shared with your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family through this difficult time.
Kyla Klein
March 28, 2012
My thoughts go with the Winkler family. Jake was a great friend.
March 28, 2012
Dear Winkler Family,
Please know you are not alone. We are praying for you and Jake.
Dawn, Al and Alie Walker
March 28, 2012
Dear Jim and Linda - We were so sorry to hear of Jake's accident. You are in our thoughts and prayers. "No amount of time on earth, no matter how long, can prepare one's heart for that last goodbye."
Monnie Schrader
March 28, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family during this difficult time; may Jake's memory live on forever in your hearts.
The Schrader family
Tammy Wachowiak
March 28, 2012
My Heart breaks for you all. May you find peace through faith in Christ Jesus. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pauline Cheng
March 28, 2012
May Jake memories comfort you and bring you peace. And the love you feel around you help ease the ache in your heart. My deepest sympathy.
Jim Wang
March 28, 2012
My deepest heartfelt condolences to your family. I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your joyous memories and it is obvious he touched many lives.
VIvian Schueler
March 28, 2012
March 28, 2012
I am so sorry at your loss and our thoughts are with all of you.
Keith Saeger
March 28, 2012
May there be comfort in knowing that someone so special will not be forgotten. May your memories be your comfort.
March 28, 2012
So terribly sorry for your loss! My heart goes out to the entire family. May God give you the strength, understanding and hope to endure this time of sorrow!
Dawn Lawonn
Tricia Bartelt
March 28, 2012
Dear Winkler Families,
We are so sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathies and ongoing prayers. It is clear the Jake touched many lives. The memory of him will live on forever.
Tricia Lederman Bartelt and family.
Rev Michael Cauley
March 28, 2012
To my fellow alumni may you rest in peace. To the family, friends, the Pius XI Community my condolences and each of you are in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Brother Michael '78
Paula Jones
March 28, 2012
My dearest Linda, please know that your in our thoughts & prayers. May our Lord give you & your family great strength as you go through this chapter of your life, The Jones Family
Paula Jones
March 28, 2012
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Irene Lim
March 28, 2012
Dear Jim & family:
I am really saddened with the passing of Jake.
My deepest condolences to you and all at home.
Warmest regards,
Irene
DeAnn Lehman
March 28, 2012
Linda and Jim, what an amazing youngman you raised. Obviously he touched many lives in a positive way in such a short life. Continue to celebrate his life and his legacy will live on. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during such a difficult time.
March 28, 2012
We do not know any of you and did not know Jacob. We heard about this awful tragedy from the news. Our hearts are breaking for you. Jacob sounds like the kind of young man anyone would be proud to have as their son. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
JoMarie Marron
March 28, 2012
Dear Winkler Families,
May God give you strength,and may Jake's memories live in your hearts forever.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely,
The Marron Family
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