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for John Fetherston
Marlyn Hupfer
September 27, 2008
Dear Stoney,
I wish we had had an opportunity to get to know you better. But when you were growing up your mom and dad lived in other states, so it wasn't possible. But I am getting to know you better now, because I speak to your mom almost every day on the phone and she shares many wonderful stories and memories of you with me. She misses you so very much and visits you often. I know you have found great peace and happiness cradled in the arms of God and one day we will all be together and we will have that chance to get to know one another. With love. Marlyn
Bob and Nancy
September 24, 2008
Perhaps
they are not
the stars,
but rather openings in
Heaven
where
the love of our lost ones
pours through
and shines down
upon us
to let us know they are
happy.
A look at the stars
the touch of a hand...
You are wished
whatever comforts you.
You are wished
what brings peace to your
heart.
Mom XOXOXOXOXOXOXO
September 24, 2008
To the living, I am gone.
To the sorrowful, I will never return.
To the angry, I was cheated.
But to the happy, I am at peace.
And to the faithful, I have never left.
I cannot speak, but I can listen.
I cannot be seen, but I can be heard.
So as you stand upon a shore...
gazing out upon the waters;
As you look upon a flower and admire its simplicity,
REMEMBER ME!
Remember me in your heart,
your thoughts and your memories of the times we loved,the times we cried,
the times we fought
and the times we laughed.
For if you always think of me,
I will have never gone.
REMEMBER ME!!!
nico mercado
September 9, 2008
yo dawg ur always on my mind and i noe ur up there watching down on everyone protecting them. miss u man. talk in memory of u all the time. ur still strong in my heart homie and u will never be forgotten. stand tall and rise above all! amorrrrrr
August 25, 2008
Hi there Pumkin! Today marks your 1st Anniversary of finding Peace. I miss you so much...each and everyday. Somedays are better than others even though I know your safe and sound with God and the Blessed Mother.
This morning Kathy Temme and I went to mass for you, lite candles and said the Rosary, you know the one, the Irish rosary you last had with you that day. We then went for coffee, talked quite awhile and then she gave me a rock that a friend found on the beach at Klutch Park. She gave it to me to put by your grave and told me a story that it is in Jewish tradition to leave a rock everytime you visit a grave. Boy, I would have quite a pile for you. Remember K.C. rocks out in Denver??? That memory of you still cracks me up!
I also planted some Blackeyed Susansan's for you and I promise to replace the hostas that don't seem to weather the southern exposure very well.
I also spread some of Granpa B's ashes as it will be his 2nd Anniversary 2 days from today. May you enjoy each others company, the flowers and maybe working on some stainglass together.
It also seemed that God was watching over both of us today in that there was a military funeral going on directly across the road...guns,taps, honor guard and all! I know you enjoyed it.
But the most profound moment happed as I got in the car to leave...playing on the radio was a jazz version of " I'll be there! " Remember, that was one of the songs we use to dance and sing to in the kitchen. I felt the power of God telling me you were ok and not to worry. You were in a good place and in good hands. Mom's need to know that their children are happy and safe.
So save a spot for you old mom...Watch over your brother...help him find his way. Ask God to protect him and let him know happiness again.
I miss you so much. There isn't a day I don't think of you. Ask God to help heal my heart someday.
Love ya always, Mom XOXOXOXOXO
Manny Mercado
August 21, 2008
I didn't really know stoney much, I'm Josh's Lil cousin and I want you to know how much fun I had with stoney.....
I remember when Josh had some bunnies and they got loose outside...Josh said to Stoney if you can catch them, you can keep them. So I went out to help Stoney with catching them and you wont believe what happen next...
I almost wet my pants watching Stoney chase after these bunnies cause he had to go around the house a couple time before he even caught one! He stepped on charcoal from a grill while running and he felt the hot coals fly up onto his leg.(OUCH!) But he kept chasing the bunnies cause he was determined to take them home. He finally did catch one and Josh kept his word and let him take it.
The couple of time I met Stoney he seemed to be a really cool guy, he was best friends with Josh.
I just thought it would be nice to share a fun moment in memory of Stoney and I hope everyone else will do the same for his family.....
josh mercado
August 19, 2008
whats going on brother....got some cool news....me and some of my guys are opening our buisnes.....ILL STATE INK!!!! lol we finally did it man...i know if you were here youd be there every day in my tattoo shop...lol were going to do it big...i got sum new whips too!!! 84 caddy lowrider and my crown vic on 26s...i miss u and everthing i do in life i think of how u wuda loved to be apart of it......help me through my hard times and save all uv ur Folkks a spot ight......i love you brother....once again see you soon........Amor
May 12, 2008
Hi Hon!
I hope you like all the plantings we did on Sunday. I hope Jack & Betty likes them as well. Connor came with, but still finds it really hard to come and see you as I do. I guess knowing you are at last free from pain and at peace makes it somewhat bareable. I'll be out soon to visit again.
P.S. Did you see the birdhouse?
Love always...Mom
May 9, 2008
Hi pumkin,
Sunday is Mother's Day and I'll be out to see you. There isn't a day that goes bye that I don't think of you. I miss you so much. Every little thing reminds me of you. Somedays it's all to much and comes in waves.
I love you and I'll be out to see you on Sunday. Keep you old Mom and brother in your prayers.
Love Always & forever...Mom
josh mercado
April 27, 2008
hey bud ...been trying to get online and talk wit u but my internet been acting up...i miss u man ..and i think of u everyday....i look foward to the day i see u again....i miss u like crazy....love u man....say hi to michael n marcy 4 me
Gretchen Fetherston
March 27, 2008
Happy Easter pumkin. Sorry I didn't make it out to visit with you on Easter. As you know we had a huge snow storm and the roads were awful. The Mustang dosen't do well in that kind of snow.
I think and pray for you every day and every night I make a wish upon a star that God holds you close and showers you with his graces.
I'll come visit soon...Love ya always!!! Mom
Gretchen Fetherston
March 18, 2008
Happy St. Patty's Day pumkin! I went to visit you yesturday and saw all the gifts your friends from the Bay and IL. left for your 21st B-Day. Some of them must have come latter in the day.
I hope you got a kick out of the Green balloons, bouteniere and note. I through in the little Pot'O Gold for good measure!!!
I miss you and wish that the winds be at your back...the sun shines on your face and the rains fall ever gently on your shoulders!!! Miss you Stoneman and your Irish smile! Love Mom
Gretchen Fetherston
February 28, 2008
Happy Birthday pumkin! Today marks your 21st B-Day. I know God is throwing the party this year so it should be a good one. Say a prayer for me because I'm really missing you and my heart is still breaking. I know you have found the peace you always wanted. Enjoy it...your work and struggles are over. When you blow out all 21 candles, make a wish for your brother and me so that we can be happy again in the knowledge that God and the Virgin Mary have embraced you. Watch over Connor and help him find his way. Say hi to your Grandparents and don't party to hardy. Say alittle prayer for me now and again. From your lips to God's ear!
I love you to the Moon and Back!!! Mom
josh mercado
January 2, 2008
i dnt knoiw why but somethings im posting for you up here arent showing...but just dropin to say wuz good .....i love u .....
Steve Hacker
December 16, 2007
John and Gretchen:
I was very sorry to recently hear of Stoney's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
josh
November 10, 2007
juz thinkin bout u ....miss u like krazy....
JOSH MERCADO
October 20, 2007
MAN BROTHER....EVERYDAY GOES BY I THINK OF YOU...I STILL CANT BALEVE MY BEST FRIEND IS GONE....BUT I KNOW IN MY HEART YOU ARE OKAY...AND YOU ARE HAPPY ...MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN PEACE ...SAVE A SPOT FOR ALL OF US...AND PUT IN A GOOD WORD FOR ME ;-) ...LOVE U BRO......12-15
SANDY
September 27, 2007
STONEY WE ALL STILL CANT BELIEVE U ARE GONE!!BUT WE KNOW THAT U ARE ALWAYS GOING TO BE WITH US IN OUR HEARTS WE MISS U!!!WE LOVE U!!!
Mom
September 26, 2007
Today marks a full month since you left us. I still can believe your gone! My heart just breaks. I miss your smile, your smell and your hugs. Even dancing in the kitchen to Michael McDonald's "I'll be there"...someday I will be there...with you! Save the last dance for me! Love ya always & forever Mom
Jim/Tania Fritsch
September 21, 2007
Jim and I are thinking and prayin for Stoney and your family. There are no words we could say to lessen your grief during this difficult time. With Sympathy,
Tamara Finley-Williams
September 12, 2007
Dear Fetherstons,
I just learned of Stoney's death. I know you must be devasted. Stoney and my son Michael share the same birthday. I met the boys once, when Gretchen and I took our kids to Pike Lake and got rained out. My heart and prayers go out to you.
JOSH MERCADO
September 8, 2007
THINKIN OF U EVERY DAY AND NIGHT BROTHER....STILL CANT BALEVE UR GONE....I MISS U ......LOVE U FOLKS ......
The Bury Family
September 5, 2007
Dear Gretchen, John and Connor,
We think of you each and every day since Stoney's passing and we want you to know that Stoney and you will be forever in our thoughts and prayers. Love from your friends,
Catherine Chris, Jack and Charlie Bury
Donna Woodnorth
September 3, 2007
Dear Fetherston Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I only knew John for the brief time he was in my math class, but used to chat with him in the halls of WFBHS, and when I would see him working at Sendik's. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Donna Woodnorth
Jordan Giesemann
September 2, 2007
Fetherston family, I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't know John that well, but I did know him. He was a great guy. My heart and my prayers are with you.
Josh Mercado
August 31, 2007
today i honeslty think was the hardest day of my life..and the most hurful....but my friend is in a better place now with no worries what so ever...may he rest in peace... "i love you buddy"
Sarah Roberts
August 30, 2007
Dear Fetherston family,
Words cant explain how sorry I am about the loss of your son. Stoney was an amazing boy and we grew together and I watched him turn to a man. I will forever miss him. You all are in my heart and my prayers. He will be forever loved.
"I love you Stoney"
Maura Halligan
August 30, 2007
To John and Family,
We have not met but Stoney's aunt, Cathy (Harrison), spoke about Stoney often.
I am so very, very sorry for your loss.
Maura Halligan
Brigid Gryskiewicz
August 29, 2007
Dear John and Family, We are thinking of you at this excruciating time and hoping that love and memories bring you peace.
Sincerely, Brigid (Flood) Gryskiewicz and family
Chris Breyfogle
August 29, 2007
My family's and my heart go out to you, my friend.
KIRK LIBKE
August 29, 2007
DEAR JOHN AND FAMILY
I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSE OF YOUR SON. MY DEEPEST
SYMAPATHY.
Gail Radecki
August 29, 2007
I know how much you loved Stoney--your loss is huge and can't be understood by anyone except those with similar loss. I wish you eventual peace, and pray that your memories of him will sustain you through the difficult times ahead. God bless you as you grieve. Know that your friends and family share your grief and support you through the weeks and months ahead.
Tita & Manny Mercado
August 28, 2007
When in need of peace and comfort...Look to the brightest star in the sky,that very star is dedicated to Stoney...He will be there and is always watching over you.
Make him proud Conner & remember,your brother loved you very much!
Death leaves a heartache nobody can heal but love leaves a memory not anyone can steal.
TERRI MERCADO
August 28, 2007
FETHERSTON FAMILY,
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY.MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU! STONEY & MY SON JOSH WERE "THE BEST OF FRIENDS"!!! HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED!!!!
"STONEY", YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS..FOREVER"!!!
ED WHITE
August 28, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss and just know that he is with his grampa and our lord.
David and Carole Betanski
August 28, 2007
Dear Gretchen, Connor, and John,
Our sadness over Stoney's death is tempered with the belief in our Lord's ressurection and the hope that Stoney has found peace and freedom with the Lord.
'Go now in peace, faithful friend of ours:
Take our love into paradise.
God's holy angles will bring you home,
To the wide waitng arms of our God'
Joe Remitz
August 28, 2007
To John and Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Ron called yesterday and gave me the news. Cannot imagine the grief you feel. We are out of town this weekend but will look forward to our next gettogether.
Our deepest sympathies.
Joe & Beth
Diane Steinbeck
August 28, 2007
Words can't convey how saddened I was to hear of Stoney's passing. My deepest sympathy to your family.
May God's grace surround you during this difficult time.
JOSHUA MERCADO
August 28, 2007
GRETCH N JOHN ...IMVERY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR SON..HE WUZ ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS..ME AND HIM WERE VERY CLOSE...BUT HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE NOW AND HAS NO MORE WORRIES....MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE....I LOVE HIM..AND YOU JOSH MERCADO
Christine & Eda Fazio
August 28, 2007
Dear Johnny and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Out thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love,
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