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for Joseph Combs
Lance Revo
August 24, 2007
On the eve of the first anniversary of Joe's passing the words of the song "Peace Be Still" come to mind. The infinate Atonement of Jesus Christ proves us comfort and peace, knowing that Joe is in his Fathers loving arms. "And all shall sweetly obey His will, Peace, Peace... be still."
Our prayers are continually with you.
Lovingly,
Lance and Denise Revo
Tracey Plummer
November 2, 2006
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Combs-
I am deeply saddened to hear of Joe's passing. Although it has been a few years since I was his elementary art teacher, I distinctly remember him as a kind, respectful, delightful young man. He even privately advised me a bit on asian adoption, as I was in process of getting my son from Taiwan Joe's last year of elementary school. His view was very positive and encouraging to me, and I am now the mother of two beautiful asian children. I knew that if my children could be anything like little Joe, I'd be so blessed! I pray the Lord's peace that passes understanding be with you to comfort you in the days and years ahead, and perfect peace and rest for Joseph.
Love, Tracey Plummer and family
Kaleb Greenemeyer
September 1, 2006
RIP Joe... I am soo sorry for your loss, Mr. and Mrs. Combs...
Teresa and Clayton Stephens
August 31, 2006
Ted and Liz,
I don't have the words to express how very sorry I'am. I didn't know Joe well, but, he was always a bright spot at scout meetings. Always polite and kind. My hope is that GOD will see you through the pain.
David Dent
August 31, 2006
Joe will be missed very much. He was a good friend to Ryan. Our thoughts and prayers will be with your family. Joe will never be forgotten.
Rita York
August 31, 2006
My God give your family the strength that you all will need to face each day. I pray that together you will be blessed with Gods grace and the watchful hand of your beloved son.
Alan, Glenna and Tate Chitwood
August 31, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Richard and Kathy Lady
August 31, 2006
We are sorry to hear of Joe's death. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
John Savala
August 30, 2006
Joe was always a bright spot for me whenever I used to go to his house to visit with Zach. I remember him as a sweet,energetic young man who always wanted to grow up too fast. Joe touched all of our lives in one way or another. Your entire family and all those touched by him will be better off having known such a wonderful young man. I am so sorry for your loss, for all of our loss. You will all be in my prayers, and may God guide you through this seemingly impossible time.
Wade and Joann Richardson
August 30, 2006
Our deepest condolences for your loss. May God be with you during your time of sorrow. I've known Joe since he was a young boy and enjoyed watching him play sports with my son Seth. He was a pleasure to be around. We will miss him.
Richard and Lisa Smith
August 30, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bonnie Cowan
August 30, 2006
Ted, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Keith Bradford
August 30, 2006
To the family and friends of Joseph, my family and I send our deepest sympathy. During difficult times, when little-to-no sense can be made about situations such as this, I pray that the Lord God will bless you with peace which passeth all understanding. (Philippians 4:6-7)
Mikella Dyke
August 30, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prays are with you through this rough time and if there is anything i could do then let me know
Jill Brungardt
August 30, 2006
Ted, Liz, and family
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.
Ken and Jill Brungardt
David & Vickie Todd
August 30, 2006
Vickie and I want to offer our most sincere condolences in this time of sadness. May you find peace.
Adrienne Lindsay
August 30, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Matthew Alderman
August 30, 2006
Ted,
I am sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Randy Spurlock
August 30, 2006
Your family is in our hearts and prayers during this time of sorrow.
Randy & Renee Spurlock
Ava Restoration Branch
Charles and Mirl Edwards
August 30, 2006
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 1998-2006
Brandon Edwards
August 29, 2006
My heart and prayers go to Joe's family. He will be forever remembered...
Libby and Kevin Forth
August 29, 2006
Ted and Liz,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. We know that you will be together again with Joe. We pray that peace will come to you and your family.
God bless you.
Ronnie, Caron, Alaina, and Miles Patterson
August 29, 2006
Combs Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Joseph. Some wonderful things have been said about him in the guest book, it makes me sorry that we did not get to know him and have more family get togethers at Grandmas in MO. We are praying for you.
Angela Goodwin
August 29, 2006
Liz and Ted:
I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I was to hear about Joe. I wish with all my heart that I could be there in this time for you but am unable to. I remember Joe ever since you brought him home. He was always so loving and smiled all the time. Those memories will always hold dear to you. I hope that you can find peace within yourselves at this time and want you to know that if you ever need anything, do not hesitate to call me at any time. Joe was always so special and so loved by you and the rest of our family. Thinking of you always.
Judy Mills
August 29, 2006
Ted: Frances Benkovich and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. I know how much your family means to you. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. Know that others are thinking of you and praying for you. God Bless.
Lisa Yoder
August 29, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
SHERRI,MIKE,MICHAEL,JACLYN MESH
August 29, 2006
WE ARE VERY SAD OF THE LOSS OF SUCH A GREAT KID...GOD WILL TAKE GOOD CARE OF HIM..IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO TO HELP PLEASE LET US KNOW....
Jennifer Johnson
August 29, 2006
If there is anything I or my family can do for you, please do not hesitate to let us know. You our in our thoughts and prayers.
Todd and Jenny Johnson
August 29, 2006
We are so very sorry for the loss of Joseph from your family. We will continue to pray for God's comfort and peace for all of you.
Much love, Dave and Sharon Lotz
Nancy McCurley
August 29, 2006
To Joe’s Family,
My girls were filled with tears upon hearing of Joe's passing. My heart goes out to the family.
We can only feel a small portion of your pain as our hearts are full of sadness. We would like to extend our deepest condolences to you. We were friends of your son. To whom we liked to hang out with and enjoy his company. All of us will keep your family in our prayers and keep his memory alive in our hearts.
We will miss our friend.
The Blue Springs South Girls: Racheal, Hannah, Savanah, TonyJo, Alex, Sara and many more.
Debbie Mulheron
August 29, 2006
I remember Joey as a young man at Oak Valley School. Our prayers are with you at this time. Jim and Debbie Mulheron and family.
Marcy Broughton
August 29, 2006
May God be with your family during this most difficult time. We are praying for your family.
Steve, Marcy, Jared, and Whitney Broughton of Grain Vallley
Quinn Family
August 29, 2006
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Although Brian and Joe did not have Algegra together this year, they have been "math buddies" over the past few years and we will keep those memories close to our hearts. Our sorrow is great and yet, it is only a very small amount compared to what you are going thru. We are praying for you and your family daily. We love Joe and we love you.
Mike Morris
August 29, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We feel blessed we were able to watch Joe play ball with Justin Keeton and all the other kids when they were so young. There will be a void in all the lives of his friends and family and we pray God fill that void with nothing but good memories and peace. Sincerely Mike and Nancy Morris (Justin Keeton's grandparents)
Marc Murphy
August 29, 2006
Rest in peace Joe. Upu'll always be in my heart.
To Joes Mother if there is anything I can do please give me a call. 816-726-2009
Lance Revo
August 29, 2006
Ted and Liz
Denise, Jon and I send our love and sympathy. As you, we understand that families are eternal. While seperated in mortality, Joe will be with us again in our heavenly home. Your Brother in Jesus Christ. Lance Revo
Yancy Walker
August 29, 2006
A Word of Consolation
If a tiny baby could think, it would be afraid of birth,
To Leave the only world it has known would seem a kind of death.
But immediately after birth the child would find itself in loving arms,
Showered with affection and cared for at every moment.
Surely the baby would say “I was foolish to doubt God’s Plan for me.
This is a beautiful life.
For the Christian, passing through death is really a birth into a new and better world.
Those who are left behind should not grieve as if there were no hope.
Life is changed, not taken away,
Our dear ones live on in a world beautiful beyond anything we can imagine.
With Jesus they await the day when they will welcome us with joy.
“Do not grieve too much” they say to us “We are living and are still with you”
This was also written for my son who was killed in a car accident at age 22.
My heart goes out to you and your family. My the Lord give you peace and comfort you during this difficult time. If you ever need to talk to someone, call me (816) 726-3269
Sincerely,
Yancy Walker
Marc Murphy's mom
Marc mentored your son.
The Browns'
August 29, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Robert, Debbie & Nicole Crossland
August 29, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lisa George
August 29, 2006
We are so sorry about Joe. He was a good friend to our son Tyler, who is new to the Grain Valley School District. Our thoughts are with you.
Greg Hodes
August 29, 2006
Dear Combs Family:
Madelynn, Jodie, & I wish to express our deepest sorrow for your loss.
Jennifer Leap
August 29, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. Combs: My daughter, Caitlyn, was a friend of your son's. I know that I probably don't have any business signing this Guest Book, but I really felt compelled to let you know how much your son's passing has impacted my daughter's life, and how much his friends truly cared about him. While I never had the opportunity to meet your son, it's obvious that he had many, many friends who cared deeply about him. The impact this has had on the lives of those who knew him (even those who did not know him very well) is a testament to the type of person your son must have been. I pray that this great loss will help those who loved him be able to show that love more freely to others and themselves. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,
Kelly Feagans
August 29, 2006
I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray for your peace and comfort.
Judy & lLOYD GARRETT
August 29, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Dave and Toni Young
August 29, 2006
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Keeton's
August 29, 2006
We will never forget the fun times we had with Joe when he and Justin played baseball together. We spent alot of time watching our boys play ball and we are grateful for the time that we got to spend with you and your family. Joe was a wonderful young man and we are all truly blessed to have known him. As he is watching over his family and friends now, I hope he finds peace in knowing how much he is loved and will be missed.
God bless you and your family.
Pam Lindsay
August 29, 2006
Liz,
For the rest of my life I will pray for peace in your heart and the hearts of your family.
Aaron Smith
August 29, 2006
TO Joe's Family:
Our family's deepest condolences during this time of grief. Our prayers are with you. We hope that the Comforter will bring its peace to you and your family in this tragedy - a peace that does pass our understanding. Truly we pray that the Lord will bring healing.
Yvette Zawisza
August 29, 2006
Ted and Liz,
We are so sorry for your lose. Joe was a very special friend to Wyatt. We will miss him greatly. He had an infectious smile, kind heart and was so respectful to us.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
AJ and Yvette
Dave & Toni Young
August 29, 2006
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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