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for Joseph Coning
Barbara Mack
July 1, 2009
Dear Nicole, Bobbie, Sandi, Tom & Family,
I just heard of the loss of Joe. I could'nt believe it. None of the words you hear will give your grief any less pain. Thank God for faith, family, friends and time. Because these are the things that will get you through. I am so sorry for your loss. I will hold you all up in prayer and hope that God will ease your pain.
Debra Reagan
June 26, 2009
I am so sorry about the loss of your precious Joseph. There are no words that correctly convey losing of one's child. It almost takes one's breath away. Take care of yourself. You will be in my thoughts.
Gentle Hugs,
Debra Reagan
www.clint-reagan.memory-of.com
When a Child Dies...
To die one's self is a thing that must be easy,
and light of consequence;
But to lose a part of one's self--
well we know how deep that pang goes,
we who have suffered that disaster,
received that wound which cannot heal....
It is one of the mysteries of our nature that a man,
all unprepared can receive a thunder-stroke like that and live.
It will take mind and memory months
and possibly years
to gather together the details
and thus learn and know the whole extent of the loss.
-Mark Twain, 1888, on the death of his daughter, Suzy Clemens
Dennis Russell
June 20, 2009
I will certainly miss little Joseph. It doesn't seem right or even real to me that he is gone. He and Jesse are an inspiration to me. His cheerful outlook on life and his faith in God should set an example for all of us. I look forward to seeing him again some day.
Jan Radcliffe
June 19, 2009
I do not know you, but I am so sorry that you have lost one of your loved sons. You all will be in my prayers. Hang on to GOD and he will lead you through this difficult time. May God bless you and your family. My heart goes out to you.
June 19, 2009
I'll be lifting your family up in prayer. God will be with you.
A Mother
June 19, 2009
Coning Family - My prayers and deep condolences are with you. God will KEEP HIS LOVING ARMS around you all during this time and in the days ahead. A Mother and Grandmother, Knoxville
Karen Franklin
June 19, 2009
My deepest sympathy on the loss of such an amazing young person. We who knew Joseph were truly blessed by the experience and he will be missed. My heart and prayers go out to all of you, especially Jesse. Words cannot be found to express our sadness.
A mother
June 19, 2009
Your family has my prayers.
angie davis
June 19, 2009
I didnt know you or your sweet little boy, I am from Knoxville and I read the paper all the time. I lost my sweet little girl almost 3yrs ago and the best advice I can give is HANG ON TO JESUS. His comfort and love will get you thru these most horrible times of your life. Hang on to the promises of his word and we will see our sweet babys again. May God comfort and keep you in his arms.
Pat-Lisa-Nicholas-JJ-Codee Knight
June 18, 2009
The words to express the way we feel could never come.Joseph will be missed by all who's lives he ever touched. As for being able to be his Cub Master and watching him grow,learn, and accomplish his goals,I could never have been more proud.As for being his friend in passing and his friend through Christ, we are so very proud to say we were a part of Joseph's life,and that we are a part of Jesse's as well.We will always be here for your family and hope to see Jesse continue in scouting and grow up to be the Eagle that he so deserves. We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.God bless you,The Knight Family
Gloria Hayes
June 18, 2009
I just wanted to tell you and your family how sorry I am and that you are in my prayers. God bless you and your little angel in heaven. I lost my son five years ago and I know how hard it is to deal with such a loss. He is your little angel now and God will cherish him as you do. You will be in my prayers.
Codee Knight
June 18, 2009
Jesse,
Joseph really loves you and is watching you from heaven. He will always be with you in everything you do. He will be singing with you and watching Veggie Tales with you too. And he will always be in your heart. Love, Codee Knight-your friend
The Gardner's
June 18, 2009
To: the family of this sweet child I hope you find peace through Christ and know that God will take care of him and some day you will be together again.We have 5 kids and 5 grandsons and I can't imagine how you feel but your family is in our prayers.
CINDY SAYNE-SHEPARD
June 18, 2009
TO ALL OF JOSEPH'S FAMILY MANY OF YOU WHO I HAVE COME TO KNOW YOU WILL BE IN MY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS NOT ONLY NOW BUT IN THE COMMING DAYS
M Chappell
June 18, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss may God bless and keep you during this time.
wayne williamson
June 18, 2009
I am so sorry for your tremendous loss, I have a 5 year old boy & could never imagine such a loss. Look to the Lord for your help & strength & he will see you through. Also, listen to a song by Mark Bishop named (I think) 'I got here as fast as I could' & also the scripture 1st Thessalonians 4:13 &14. May these also comfort your broken hearts, I'm praying for all of you. Wayne Williamson (Maynardville, Tn)
Linda
June 18, 2009
Although I don't know you personally, my heart goes out to you. Joseph must have been a special little boy for God to have called him home so early. May God continue to be with you all and keep you in His care. Linda(Clarksville,Tn)
June 18, 2009
May God's love give you peace and comfort.
Kristi Burnette
June 18, 2009
I am so sorry for the loss in your family. I have spoken to the boy's grandmother @ Bath & Body works a couple of weeks ago and you all have been in our prayers since. I have two children and I can't imagine losing either of them. May God be with you at this time and wrap his arms around you and we will keep on praying for all of you.
God Bless,
Ramona Frye
June 18, 2009
Dear Bobby, Nichole, Jesse and little blessing Abby, My name is Ramona Frye and I don't know you but heard your story on the news. My husband and I have 4 sons, Jeremy, Joshua, Jonathan and Jordan. They are 2 years apart. On Nov. 8 our oldest son Jeremy fell hinking in the Smoky Mtns. He died on Dec. 3., 08. We all miss him very much but know he is alive in Heaven. Don't forget that your Joseph is alive in Heaven. A scripture for you: Ps. 3:3 - Thou o Lord are a sheild for me, my Glory and the Lifter of my head. We know your great loss and pain and will praying for all of your family. Ps. 27:13-14. Ramona L. Frye @ Sevier Heights Baptist Church.
Susie
June 18, 2009
Dear Family, although I do not know you, know that you all are in my prayers. Look to God for strength, for there you will find it. God bless.
Pat Dunn
June 18, 2009
I don't know Joseph or the family, but please except my deepest simpathy. My friends just lost their daughter Abigale to the same thing. It's horrible. Please stay close to all that you love in this difficult time.
Karen P.
June 18, 2009
My heart just breaks for you and your family.
I pray God will give you the comfort only He can give.
Luann Allen
June 18, 2009
I've never had the pleasure of meeting you or Joseph but I want to let you all know you are in my prayers. Being the mom of 2 boys myself I cannot begin to imagine. My heart breaks for you. But, God is going to take care of Joseph just as He will always take care of you! May God ease your pain and carry you at this time. (formerly of Knoxville, TN)
l c
June 18, 2009
God Bless this family!!!!
June 18, 2009
Although I have never met your family or you precious son, please allow me to extend my deepest sympathy to you all. I saw your story on the news and my heart absolutely breaks for you. I have 2 boys myself and the thought of losing one of them is terrifying at the least. I pray that God will wrap his arms around your family and ease your broken hearts. God bless you.
June 18, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Brandy Massengill
June 18, 2009
I didn't know you or your precious son but as I watched the news last night and saw his story and his pictures, tears rolled down my face. I can only imagine what you are going thru as I don't know what I would do if something happened to one of my sons. Please know that there are many prayers going out for you and your family. I can only imagine how he touched lives in his short time here because he has touched mine just from pictures.
June 18, 2009
prayers to the family joseph loos so sweet annd like an amgel
Scott and Lisa Starbuck
June 18, 2009
Nicole,
So sorry for your loss - words can't express how deeply we feel for you and your family. God bless you.
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