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April Baerny
1986 - 2003
April Baerny
1986 - 2003
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BORN
1986
DIED
2003
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Kirstin Darling
December 25, 2020
Every year or so I have looked for you online, to see if I could find my first chosen friend.
April and I met in Kindergarten, we would play outside in the summers and eat peaches her mother preserved. Once we found a baby bird that had fallen out of a tree and we were determined to save it, keeping it in a small box and wondering if it would eat gummy worms. When I moved away for a couple of years and came back in the 7th grade it was like we hadn't missed beat only for me to move again.
Bunny, Im a little late. I tell stories of you and us all of the time. Our magical tales that have shaped me into who I am today; the laughter, sharing secrets through folded letters, and watching Sailor Moon after school. I think a part of me knew which is why I am just finding this now. I have always dreamt of us meeting again, and I will continue this dream until the next time, not skipping a beat.
Tyler Tamaccio
July 22, 2003
April, thank you for making me laugh. Whenever I would talk to you you would have something nice to say. I miss you, and I will miss your face at school. We were close friends in 9th grade, especially in Spanish class. We would exchange secrets, talk about religion, and things that made us happy. I gave you that cartoon cup in that class....I will never forget you, or your bright and smiling face. Thank you for being my friend, and Thank you for being a joy to me and every one else.
Nolan Cho
July 11, 2003
April was my first friend that ever passed away, and it left a hole the size of my head (and believe me, i got a big head) in my heart. I met April in 9th grade, during Science class. She was my lab partner, and she greeted me with the nicest attitude a person can ever receive. I immediately knew that she was, and still is, a good friend. April and I shared the same birthday, so she called me Big Bro and I called her Lil' Sis. Nobody's ever going to call me Big Bro anymore, so I'm going to cherish this memory forever. I was really looking forward to auditioning plays with her during our senior year. although she won't be there physically, I'll be sure to bring her memories with me to the audition. If I get a part, I'll be sure to make a dedication to her.
You will always be in our memories and our hearts. You will never be forgotten and your spirit will always bring us, and especially me, happiness. I'm gonna miss you so much. Good bye my Lil' Sis. Rest In Peace.
Jane Gladney
July 10, 2003
My daughter was good friends with April and her passing has left us all with a void in our hearts. She touched the lives of everyone around her. She was very loved by all who knew her. She is missed. Our prayers are with you and your family.
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Lenee' Lameyer
July 10, 2003
I still won't except it. At the Funeral I kept thinking April was gonna walk in a say something corny, like "April Fooled You". I wanted it so badly. When I first heard of April's Death I screamed at the person who told me, "YOUR LYING, I DON'T BELIEVE YOU!" I miss April so much. We never hung out as much as I wanted, it hurts me now to think I will never get to hang out with her again. That light in my life has faded, it has not completely gone for I always have memories. But my life will no longer be as bright when we are without April.
"I refuse to say good-bye, April, I love you too much. So there's only one thing I can say...I'll meet you in Heaven, and there we can be together and 'hang-out'...forever."
La Shawnda Porter
July 9, 2003
Hello I just wanted to come on here and tell the family of April that I am praying for you guys. I knew April a little bit. We had classes in the 10th grade. She was fun person to talk to. April will be missed by the students and staff at Kent-Meridian High School.
Sara Pislaan
July 9, 2003
Damn April...i never thought that anything could happen to you...specially not this...shows how blind we are to things...you've taught me to try hard to realize what is happening and all that...i'm gonna miss you...i'm so so so so so very sorrie that i didn't go to your funeral...no one called me and no one told me...i had no idea and had i known i would've gone...it's gonna be weird without you...much love
Steven Huff
July 8, 2003
I'm sorry to say I never got to know April as well as I would have liked. Her bright, bubbly personality brightenend many morning bus rides and I will remember our conversations fondly. While I was two years ahead of her in school, and thus never had a class with her, it was easy to get to know April. Despite how short of a time I knew her, I will remember the times we had laughing over a joke on the ride to school or her great enthusiasm as she would tell us about her sports or plays. To April, I say good luck and Godspeed in your new journey. No doubt you will be waiting for everyone with the same brightness and enthusiasm you have always shown. To her family, take strength and comfort in the memories and tremendous legacy she has left behind, you will never be alone.
Justin Platts
July 7, 2003
It still feels impossible. She was always the life of the party, wherever she went. Her heart of gold was undoubtedly her greatest quality, in a laundry list of qualities. Her knack for brightening a room is obvious and her passion for the arts of poetry and acting were as well. I'll miss the friendship we had, but it will always continue. She was and is a great person, and she will be sorely missed. God bless you, April, and your family.
Tom and Kristie Duggan
July 7, 2003
April was always willing to help out. She helped out on an Eagle project and worked diligently , never once complaining and doing more than her fair share. She was always very respectful and polite. Our prayers are with her family and friends during this time of grief.
"Do not let you hearts be troubled. Trust in God, trust also in me. In my Fathers's house are many rooms;.. I am going there to prepare a place for you." John 14:1-2
Linda Petersen
July 5, 2003
Yes, April did "bounce" into every room and my life. Remember when we wanted to get April involved in "Oklahoma" and she decided to not get up - mom called at 7:30am and I told April we needed her! She was a joy that summer and every time I've seen her at school she greeted me with gusto - a hug and a feeling of great joy. After "Fools" she greeted me with an enthusiastic hug I will never forget. I am deeply moved and saddened by the loss of a wonderful human being. much love to you all - Linda
Jay Thornton
July 4, 2003
I will always remember April as thoughtful, hardworking and full of life. April loved drama whether she was acting, creating costumes or working backstage. My fondest memory of April was directing her K-M's production of HEAVEN CAN WAIT. It was late and we were having a difficult time blocking her entrance. I was ready to call it a day, only to be told by her that we should "get it right, before we leave". I smiled and we finished the work. She was dedicated and a joy to work with. I also got a kick out of watching her construct a large paper mache cow for our production of Neil Simon's comedy, "FOOLS." She looked up at me one afternoon, covered with paper mache and glue, and said with a straight face, "Mr. Thornton, other drama teachers will be begging you to borrow this cow." She was always proud of her work and I was enormously grateful to have gotten to work with her and, more importantly, to know her. She will be sorely missed.
"Sleep dwell upon thine eyes, peace in thy breast" R&J
Jay Thornton
KM Drama Teacher
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