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Desiree Whaley
September 6, 2008
David, it has been two months since you went to the Heavens and it isn't any easier to cope. The emptiness is forever, just as my love for you. I so miss you, my son. Love, Mom
Don and Shelia Sontag
July 31, 2008
May you rest in peace your struggle here on this earth is done. Only knew you by name and picture but you were not forgotten
Kathy Goecke
July 19, 2008
My dear Desiree, words cannot express the loss you must be feeling but you know you are not alone. Your Savior is with you and helping you to cope, to greive and get through each day. I know how strong your faith is my friend and I lift you and your family up in prayer during this very difficult time. (I am sorry this is late; I have been away and just returned.) May God Bless you my friend--Kathy (canyongal, lupus board)
Desiree Whaley
July 14, 2008
My Dear Angel, David, I know you are running around in Heaven as happy as can be. Joshua, Serenity and I miss you deeply, but we all know that we will be together again. I have held true to the visions you showed me on June 29, I am working on them with an open and loving heart. I try to not cry, David as I know you are happy now being with Grandma and Grandpa and Cocoa too, but I selfishly miss you. Remember when I was going through the guardianship papers and it said to list someone who could be responsible for you in the event of my death ? Took some thought, but I wanted to name Angela, Debbie and Vanessa..three of the most wonderful, loving and responsible women I know to take care of you and love you. Well David, seems we both got our prayers met..all three were in your life and mine, loving you and taking such wonderful care of you. We all miss you so deeply David. Since you are gone, we all have this emptiness in us that will stay with us for a very long time. I love you and will forever miss you, my beloved son.
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Deborah Van Brocklen
July 10, 2008
David there is not much to say now, except you will be miss very much. You were the reason why I felt I had a chance to be a good mom. With out you knowing, you made me see that I can love a child and know that the child will love me back. You helped me fight demons that I never thought I could get out my system. Thank you for be in my life. Now you are in heaven helping god do his work. You will never be forgotten. You touch so many pepole lives and I bet you never even knew. You had a smile that just made everyone else smile. I will always love and miss you. God bless you. Thank you for blessing me with knowing you
Cheryl Pratt
July 10, 2008
To Desiree and Josh:
My thoughts and prayers are with both of you at this time of loss.
I only knew David a short time, but he touched my heart and soul.
He was, and still is, truly an angel of God sent to teach us.
He was always serene and a pillar of strength, particularly in his last days.
I miss him...
July 10, 2008
I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Let the good memories carry you through this difficult time.
Kate
(lupyk8t, The Wolfpack)
Sue Cass
July 10, 2008
Dear Desiree and Josh,
We didn’t have the opportunity to know David but we have learned a lot about his special gifts from those that did know and love him. We have been deeply moved by the enormous impact this one young man has had on the lives of so many.
We do know you, Desiree and Josh, and we know that since David came from the same spirit, he must have been quite remarkable because you are both quite remarkable.
We grieve for your loss and we are here for you.
Love,
Sue, Dave, Libby and Annie
Mary Elkins
July 8, 2008
I would like to send your family condolences from my family. (I am part of the wolfpack from WebMD.)
Angela Phil
July 8, 2008
We grieve because we miss our loved ones who have
passed on. We are really grieving for ourselves. The
loved one who has passed on is one with their Creator
and in complete peace. They are joyful and free at
last. They truly have won their Emmy for living life.
Being one with God is the goal of every human soul.
People we love are with us for a short time on Earth,
so it seems. We should enjoy our time with them.
Remember all the good times we shared with them. We
are all God's children and we must some day return
home. So be happy for them. They are only a thought
away. So long as we remember them they will never
leave us. All we have to do is think about them and we
are instantly in contact with our loved ones. I wish
you love, peace and happiness, but must of all I wish
you God.
"God so loved the World that He gave the World You."
Sending prayers for the family..
Hugs Angela and Phil.
Rena Walton
July 7, 2008
I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and you and the family at this time. May the strength of your lupus family help hold you up as you grieve.
Shawn Fancher
July 7, 2008
Desiree and Josh, I to know the sorrow and grief that you are feeling in your life at this time. I know that our Heavenly Father is wraping his loving arms around you and offering you all the love and support that you need to get through this hard time. I shall keep you in my prayers for the next year and beyond as you walk the path of healing. I am a member of the lupus support group and wanted to send my love and support.
Lana Reed
July 7, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am from webmd, lupus support group.
Beth Illingworth
July 7, 2008
Desiree, Joshua and Amanda,
My heart has shared the ups and downs with you guys this week and I am so very sorry that David has passed away. It's only hard for those of us that are left behind to grieve. David is experiencing freedom from pain and so many wonderful new experiences right now.
Desiree my sister, you gave your son life and then you had the courage to give him his wings so he could fly! You are so brave, so strong but most of all a very loving mother.
All my love,
Beth
Darla Fitzgerald
July 6, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Sandra LaCrosse
July 6, 2008
Desiree & family, As I write this I am saddened at your loss but happy for David's victory with the lord. It is never easy to lose a loved one. You know that there are more than one set of arms reached out for your son. I would not want to bet against Grandma being in first place. Her love for her Grandson was immense. I still have some e-mails saved where she told me of her love for him. Mili, Pastor R. and the Lord waiting for him. What a reception that must have been. Love to you my friend.
Joshua, Stay strong ..I know this is tough for you.
Serenity, Mom needs your support and love. Some day you and Josh will understand the love it takes to let someone go.
Sandy LaCrosse
Dianne Hinds
July 5, 2008
My love and prayers and sympathy to Desiree and her family.
Dynamo
Debbie Goodwin
July 5, 2008
May God send you comfort in your time of need. May God give you peace that passes all understanding. May He give you Joy unspeakable.
Destinie Darnell
July 5, 2008
I dont know any of you personally but I am a member of the "wolf pack" Web MD Lupus Chat. I want to send you all my deepest sympathies for your loss, I cant imagine the heartache you are all suffering right now. Thoughts and prayers are with you all from my self, my family and many many others who will mourn with you as a parent should never have to bury their child. I will pray that your son is at peace and that you will all find strength and a certain amount of peace within the happy memories you have of your son.
Jayne Lenderink
July 5, 2008
Praying for you during this difficult time. hugs!
Angela Russell
July 5, 2008
David you were the rock of foster and kept us all a family. Thank you for given me the opportunity to know and love you. I cannot express how much I miss you. You helped me through my toughest moments and showed me light in many ways. You will always be in my heart. I pray that you are at peace and walking side by side with your grandmother and the lord. God knows you deserve the best you are one of his angels. I know you are looking down upon all your loved ones and guiding us in the right path of life. You will always be my little angel. I will always love and remember your hysterical laughs, our conversations and our friendship. Love always Angela
Heather Quinter
July 5, 2008
When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight. ~Kahlil Gibran
Marilyn Klaiber
July 5, 2008
My heart and prayers go out to my friend, Desiree, and Joshua, David's loving younger brother. May God guide you through this most difficult time. May David's precious memories replace the intense pain that you feel at this time.
Love, Marilyn Klaiber
Desiree Whaley
July 4, 2008
Remember Me: 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 be seen, but I can be heard. So as you stand upon a shore, gazing at the beautiful sea - remember me. As you look in awe at the mighty forest and it's grand majesty - remember me. As you look upon a flower and admire it's 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, the times we laughed. For if you always think of me, I will have never gone. David, my beloved son, I so very much miss you and I love you so dearly, always and forever. Love, Mom
Debbie carr
July 4, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Debbie carr
July 4, 2008
you will be missed a lot you are loved by so many people.
Sally Heiner
July 4, 2008
We send our love, and prayers for your family at this time.
Love Sally & Doug (Utah)
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