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Elyse Garrett
October 10, 2006
I am so very sorry for you loss. It has been years since I've seen Aaron or Danielle but have always held them close to my heart. My sympathies go out to your's and Danielle's family. God Bless.
Rita Cambron
October 9, 2006
My dear sweet Debbie, Michelle and I just heard of your family's tragic loss. I witnessed your strength many years ago and I know God will give you the courage to move foward one step at a time. May God bless you, Robert and Samantha during these difficult days. Love and prayers, Rita Cambron
Nancy Dumeyer
October 6, 2006
Debbie, It has been years since we have seen each other but my heart is breaking for all who loved your son. No family deserves this. I just sat down to read 4 days worth of newspapers. Sorry I did not see it sooner. My prayers are with you and everyone who was touched by Aaron. It sounds like he was an exceptional young man! Nancy Dumeyer
John, Elaine & Jack Allgeier
October 5, 2006
Robert & Debbie - Our sincerest thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. With love,
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Jennifer Leano
October 4, 2006
I am so sorry guys! I don't know what to say to you..I did not know him, but feel absolutely horrible for all of you. I will be praying that God will keep a close eye out on you.. Love you both!
sharon barfield
October 4, 2006
Robert and Debbie,There are no words to express how I feel.My heart knows the pain you feel today oh to well.So when you can't sleep at night and when you feel that no one really understands how I feel or when you feel that I am bothering them talking about Aaron so much feel free to call me because I understand.I will listen and please know that despite the feeling of lost HE has not left you.Much love SHARON Barfield
Stephanie Gunn
October 4, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. Bates and Samantha. I wanted you to know that you and your family our in my thoughts and prayers. Aaron was such a great person and we were all lucky to have him be apart of our lives. And to Danielle we never met but I want you to know you have people thinking and praying for you too. I'm sorry for the loss and I trust in God to help everyone through this.
Jean & Bill Feger
October 3, 2006
Debbie, Robert & Samantha. How our hearts hurt for you. If there were words to tell you how much, but there aren't any. Only our silent prayers & thoughts. Aaron was always always a quiet, polite young man, with a sweet smile. Love & prayers to all of you. Uncle Bill & Aunt Jean
Amy Hamm
October 3, 2006
Dear Debbie and Robert, I am so, so very sorry to hear about Aaron. I hope and pray that the love of family and friends comfort and strengthen you, in the difficult days ahead. I'll continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. With sincere sorrow, Amy Hamm
Carole Kingsley
October 3, 2006
Dear Debbie, Robert and Samantha, If I could send a big hug through cyberspace, you'd feel my loving support and prayers for you. How very well I remember that first day you brought Aaron to St. Margaret Mary. How he just didn't want to let go of you. Joyce Grady and I did our best to reassure you that he'd be OK. And, he was. And, then the day he attempted to walk from school to your parents' jewelry store--He was brought to school by a police officer. Safe, again. I'm sure Aaron was brought safely to heaven, and welcomed with open arms by people there that he knows. Always with a smile, he held a special place in my heart. I shall pray for each of you. Fondly, Carole Kingsley Former school counselor at St. Margaret Mary
David & Sally Sheehan
October 3, 2006
Our deepest sympathies go out to your family.
Debbie Womack
October 3, 2006
Patrick told me of Aaron's passing. I am so very sorry and hope you know that you are all in our prayers and we will have Masses said for Aaron. He was always so friendly and considerate. I always enjoyed his visits to our home or taking the boys to and from events. Aaron always made everyone smile. May God comfort you now and always. We are so saddened by the news ~
Josh & Becky Robinson
October 3, 2006
I will always fondly remember sitting with Aaron in PopPop's chair reading book after book to him. I always looked forward to those times with him. Such an incredible man, such a terrible loss. We love you guys very much. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Josh, Becky & the girls
Jennifer & Michael Coleman
October 3, 2006
Robert, Debbie, and Sam, we are deeply saddened for your loss. Words cannot express how much this hurts. Only the Lord knows as He will be your guide through this very difficult time. Our prayers go out to everyone.
Joe & McKenna Jech
October 3, 2006
Aaron was such a gentle young man and we will miss his smiles and laughter. He loved his family and had one of those rare loving, close relationships with his sister, Samantha that is an inpsiration to us all. His love of all animals was amazing. Aaron, we'll miss you and trust you are in the arms of the Lord.
Tom, Trish, Shawn and Dav Reynolds
October 3, 2006
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. As former neighbors, we will always remember Aaron running around the neighborhood with David and Darlene.
Dottie Sullivan
October 3, 2006
Mr & Mrs Bates and Samantha Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I remember Aaron fondly from his days here at SMM especially in the Library. He ALWAYS had a smile for me. Trust that prayers will sustain you and know that mine will continue. Dottie Sullivan
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