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Kristen Alexandra Grote
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Kristen Grote Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Suzanne Hanna
July 27, 2018
Kristen, I never knew you, but love you very much! Your smile sheds a light in Heaven. God bless you sweet girl.
Dayton Grote
April 25, 2014
This is for my family
Gabriel Harris Gillespie
April 17, 2014
I am so sorry for your lost and I wish I could tell you inperson
Gabriel Gillespie
April 17, 2014
I am so sorry for your lost and I wish I could tell you in person
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April 17, 2014
Dear Dadda Momma and Dec Dec,
I still cry when i tell the story to my self and to ms Gregory.I Know that yall love Kristen. i am so sorry for our loss.
Love Dayton
A Church Member
May 2, 2005
I have prayed for your family from the moment this tragedy struck your family. Because of what happened to your daughter, I made the effort to take my grandson to church each week, his mother and father who did not go, started coming to see what he enjoyed so much. We now have 4 additional lives that are being touched. This is because we realized you may not always get that second chance. I beleive because of your daughter my grandson and granddaughter will know Christ. Your daughter is the reason we started bringing these children when they are so young. Thank you for all you do in our church and we will continue to pray for your healing.
Donna Tycer
March 1, 2005
We have been praying for mercy during your trial and sentencing. God is faithful. My family in Louisiana has been praying for you and your family for months, too.
Our church family at Anchor Baptist in Mechanicsville has continually prayed for you.
A Caring Neighbor
March 1, 2005
Giving thanks to God on this date for His mercy and compassion. May the healing process continue for the Grote family, and for all who grieve for the loss of little Kristen.
February 18, 2005
Dear Doug,
I have wanted to write to you and your family many times. You see I lost my son too. He played basketball for you for two years, and he loved you and the program dearly. I hope it will help you and make you glad, that you strengthened his walk with the Lord. It is very hard for me to talk about this, but you have been in my thoughts and prayers and you are a true man of God. I am only here because of my faith in God. I know you believe as I do, that the father is the only one who can heal us. We may not understand his ways, but he gives us much comfort. I think of you and your family everyday.Peter 1,5:7: Cast your anxieties upon him for he cares for you.
February 18, 2005
Dear Doug,
I have wanted to write to you and your family many times. You see I lost my son too. He played basketball for you for two years and he loved you and the program dearly. I hope it makes your heart glad that you strengthened his walk with the Lord. It is very hard for me to talk about this, but you have been in my thoughts and prayers and you are a true man of God. I am only here because of my faith in God. I know you believe as I do.
I wish you and your family well and think of you everyday.
Robin (Mullins) Rumsey
February 16, 2005
Doug and Dianna,
I want to let you know that people are still praying for you! You have touched so many over the years and those seeds you have planted will bless you. I wish I had known of this guest book before but the important thing was the prayers. My deepest of sympathy is sent from my heart to your family.
Robin Mullins Rumsey
anonymous
December 25, 2004
Merry Christmas in Heaven, little Kristen. May you be held in Jesus' loving arms on this day of the celebration of His birth. May His love and comfort be with your parents at this time, and always. God bless you.
Melissa Clarke
December 1, 2004
Doug, Dianna, and Dayton-
My thoughts and prayers are with you especially during this holiday season. You are one of the finest families I've had the privelage to know. It's often that you find a daddy's girl, a momma's girl, or a best big sister, but its rare that you find all those things in one individual. Kristen was all of those things. It's for that reason that I will never forget her smiling face and bobbing pigtails. I pray your home continues to be filled with the love you showed her.
Stephen and Carol Brown
August 27, 2004
Doug and Dianna, I just heard about the tragedy. Please know that you are in our prayers. Let God wrap you in his arms of love and comfort you during this time.
Dianne Wade
August 22, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. Cool Spring Baptist Church
Garth Lindsay
August 22, 2004
Guys,
We love you so much. Our church here has really been lifting you up and we will continue to do so. I think about you all every day and when I do, I pray that you all will have strength and peace. Love you very much!
Susanne Orth
August 19, 2004
Doug and Dianna,
I have heard of your loss through my sister who recently moved to your area. I cannot begin to imagine what you are feeling at this time, but want you to know that you are in our prayers as well as on our church prayer list. May God give you the "manna" to sustain you for each day, one day at a time, until you one day see your precious child again.
In Him,
Candy Arndts
August 18, 2004
Dear Doug & Dianna,
Our hearts are aching for your loss. We cannot imagine what you are going through. We have no words to ease your broken hearts, but what we have are our prayers that GOD'S grace will sustain both of you until you are able to be with Kristin again. I am thankful I was able to see her in April when I visted for a short time. I have shed many tears for the both of your hearts. Please know that so many people care for you and are praying for you.
Love, Don & Candy Arndts
Pam Spruill & Wilkinson Printing Company Staff
August 17, 2004
Our Heartfelt Sympathy and Prayers for You, Your Family, and Cool Spring Baptist Church Families, Friends. God Bless You...each and every way.
Russell Montgomery
August 17, 2004
I know of Doug through a mutual Seminary friend. We are praying that God will give you a peace that passes all our understanding. May you simply look to Jesus in this time and may He draw you nearer to Him.
Chuck and Anne Harris
August 16, 2004
Dear Doug and Diana,
Our hearts grieve for your loss, and for your immeasurable sorrow. We pray that God will wrap you in His comfort, and bring calmness and peace to your minds and hearts. May God carry you, and strengthen you, and bring healing to every part of you, and may you feel His love and presense through all of us who are standing by your side.
Ann & Hunter Omohundro
August 16, 2004
Doug & Diana,
Our thoughts, prayers and constant support are with you and your family. May God comfort you and be close to your heart as each day passes. God Bless You!
Michael & Paula Jacobson
August 16, 2004
Dear Grote Family: We are truly sorry for your loss. Please know we are grieving with you and will continue to keep your family in our prayers.
Paul, Cheryl, Ryan & Tyler Martin
August 16, 2004
Doug and Dianna,
Our hearts mourn with you for sweet Kristen. Our hearts also rejoice with you because we know the Lord Jesus Christ Who will restore all things. May He grant comfort and peace until that time you will be together again. We love you.
Scott and Karla Allen
August 16, 2004
You are in our thoughts and prayers on a continual basis. We pray that God's love will continue to surround you within the church and community. As Pastor Larry said in his sermon, "that God will come to you in the flesh through your loved ones."
Joey and Michelle Schlager
August 15, 2004
While we cannot imagine the loss you have experienced, our hearts go out to you. We hope you can find some comfort knowing Kristen is in a better place. You will be together again.
David and Lisa Minor
August 15, 2004
Dear Grote family,
Our prayers are with you. We met your family through Upward Basketball. We want you to know that our hearts ache for you and we will continue to keep you in our thoughts. May God give you peace.
David and Lisa Minor
carroll & Sandy Weakley
August 14, 2004
Doug & Dianna, words are so hard to come by at a time like this but please know we love you and support you, praying for you and crying with you.
Helen & Craig Mumaw
August 13, 2004
Doug & Dianna,
We are friends of Nick and Marki Osborn's and members of FBC-Kettering with Dick and Donna. We are very sorry for your loss and have sent many prayers to Jesus on you behalf. We wish we had words that could ease your pain, but we don't. Put your trust in the Lord to help you through this painful time.
God Bless You.
Elizabeth Boston
August 12, 2004
I cannot imagine the pain and sadness you must be feeling.I did not know Kristin, but I am a parent and have 2 small children. I have been thinking of you and praying for you since I heard. I hope that you will feel the great sense of concern the community has for you. God bless you and your family.
August 11, 2004
Doug, Dianna and Dayton. Just remember we love you...we stand with you...we are praying for you...the CSBC family is there for you. You have been an inspiration to our family and to many other families in our area. Our hearts go out to you in this time of you loss. God is with you and sitting by Him is your precious Kristen. They, together, are watching over you.
Toni Peterson
August 11, 2004
Doug and Dianna,
We are praying for you. We cannot imagine the pain you feel. Your precious angel is waiting for you in Heaven and one day when your work on earth is done you will be with her again. You have many beautiful memories to help you get through and to share with Dayton one day. Be strong and lean on each other. There are millions of people praying for you, lots you don't even know. It's wonderful to see true Christian love and see how so many pull together when a brother is in need. Know that God is carring you right now and for as long as you need. We are here for you and we love you so much. Your always in our hearts and forever in our prayers.
Much Love,
Bob and Toni Peterson
August 11, 2004
I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I haven't been able to stop thinking about all of you since I heard about it. God will always be with you and there are alot of people praying for you!!
August 10, 2004
Know the importance of being there for one another during this terrible time of suffering. Know the importance in trusting God to see you through this. Know that you have many friends and members of the community that are keeping you in their prayers. Doug, we love you and are praying for your family.
Carol Lowry
August 10, 2004
Dearest Grote Family,
Out thoughts and prayers are with you as you endure the loss of a child. Only someone who has lost a child truly knows the level of your pain.
Carol Lowry
The Mechanicsville Chapter of The Compassionate Friends (A support group for parents of deceased children)
Darnell & Beverly Pierce
August 10, 2004
Dear, dear Family in Christ....Words are vehicles that ride into our lives and we pray that these many expressions of love, grief and prayer support will impart His grace and peace. Remember that NOTHING can touch the life of God's children except it be filtered through HIS fingers of LOVE. We pray His comfort for you in the knowledge that all of your days...and Kristen's...were written in His book before they ever were (Psalm 139:16). Grab hold of this truth and ask Him to show you what He wants to do with this now as His beloved children. Nothing is wasted in God's economy and this change of address for Kristen is saturated with the promises of God. Deut 29:29 tells us.."the secret things belong to the Lord, but the things that are revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may do all the words of this law." He is Faithful, Trustworthy and more than enough for all life brings our way. I stagger at the thought of what love HE HAS FOR YOU that he would allow you to walk this path of suffering...one so familiar to Him because He lost His child. Embrace the horns on the altar... refuse to let go lest He bless you! Dear brother and sister, He is answering, even now, out of sight. The Body of Christ at Cape Hatteras Baptist Church is praying for you and we ache for your loss.
In His Love
A brother in Christ
August 9, 2004
My thoghts and prayers are with your family during this terrible tragedy. Please trust in God and draw near to Him.
A letter from Heaven
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 I am 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 so badly, you are part of my plan. There is so much that we can 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 the things 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 over, I'm closer to you now than I ever was before. There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb, but together we can do it, taking one day at a time. 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 with me. Author Unknown
Randy & Carmen Reed
August 9, 2004
Dearest Doug & Dianna:
Our hearts go out to you both in this time of sorrow. We know that the angels in heaven are celebrating because they have a beautiful child of God with them. Words cannot describe your sorrow, but know that God is in control of our lives, not us. We extend our hearts & prayers to your family, & know that you have Christians all over praying for you, & that God will comfort and guide you in this time.
God Bless,
Steve Martin
August 9, 2004
Dear Beloved Brother and Sister in Christ,
We can never begin to convince you that we can understand the pain you feel in the loss of this beloved child. But know this - as God your Father has already sensed the loss of His beloved son (the Christ) when He suffered and died on the cross, He knew then and feels now your pain and wants to bring you comfort in knowing that Kristen is now in his presense and enjoying the life which He and the two of you had already prepared for her. Know that the memories of her will keep her alive to you and God will comfort you in the times you feel you need to touch her.
Our prayers (many of us here in Lynchburg) are with you even now as we petition God to grant you peace in your times of sorrow.
God be with you.
Love in Christ,
Many Brothers & Sisters in Christ
Tim Sayger
August 8, 2004
Doug and Dianna,
We are deeply aching for your loss. My heart hurts so much for your family. We love you all and will pray diligently every day! Just remember all the hugs and kisses and smiles and love of your little angel who is now God's angel and will be waiting with all that love for her loved one's to join her! Doug you know God and pappy and gram's will take great and wonderful care of your baby doll! I know I didn't have the opportunity to meet Kristen but I know that being a product of two wonderful people like you guys, she had to be an angel! Please know I have lost touch but have never lost my love for u my friends! I know the Lord will sooth your pain!! We will continue to pray!! I wrote a poem and hope it helps.
Please God oh please God don't let them be mad
Please God send a message to my mommy and dad
Please tell them Lord not to be sad.
For mom and dad soon you will see
I'm up here with Jesus receiving my wings
We're playing and dancing and starting to sing
"little ones to him belong we are weak but he is strong"
Please tell them dear God that it wont be long
before we're a family again filled with love and very,very strong!!
deepest symphathy and love,
Tim and Jennifer Sayger
Travis and Leigh Robbins
August 8, 2004
Our families may not know one another, but your family is in our prayers during this most difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Scott& Linda Gillespie
August 8, 2004
Doug & Diana,
We are standing with you, crying with you, praying for you, and are hear and near to support you! May the GOD of heaven whose ways and thoughts are far above ours and whose peace and comfort far passes our understanding envelope you and comfort you and give you peace, strength and rest.
Rev. CAM McIntire
August 8, 2004
The fellowship of believers at College Park Baptist Church in Danville sends their deepest and heartfelt sympathies to the Grote family and to the fellowship of believers at Cool Springs Baptist Church during this time of grief. Grief is a gift from God which allows us to move on and to look positively toward the future. May God's richest blessings be yours now and forever.
Tracy & Hunter Goode
August 8, 2004
Dear Doug and Diana,
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Kristen.
Our hearts break for you and with you. Your grief is shared by so many more than you know. We are all praying for you and know that God is with you. Love & Prayers The Goodes
Nita Wright
August 8, 2004
I don't know your family but when I saw that beautiful girl's picture I had to pray for your family. I have a 4 year old granddaughter and 2 year old granddaughter and a 3 year old grandson. I can't imagine what you are going thru. Just remember God has a plan for all of us. God bless you all.
Linda Moore
August 8, 2004
Doug, Dianna, and Dayton,
The staff and family of Glen Allen Baptist Church are all praying for you and your family at Cool Spring.
I cannot imagine the loss and pain your are dealing with right now. Please know you are in my heart and prayers.
I have not met Kristen, but I am sure she is sitting beside Jesus right now and playing with all of His children. She has done something to make Jesus laugh, but more importantly, she has told Jesus how much she loves you. She has also told Jesus, "Hey - I know you love me because my parents always told me how special you are!" Thank you for giving her Jesus.
May God wrap His arms around you now. Allow Him to love you and carry you in His arms through this tragedy, just as you have always comforted Kristen in your arms.
God Bless,
Linda
A caring neighbor
August 8, 2004
While reading the messages in this guest book, I am moved by the outpouring of love and support for the Grotes. People from all over, some who like myself don't even know the Grote family, want them to know they are not alone. We all weep together. The Lord will dry our tears in time. God bless us all in our sadness. Precious Kristen lives on in our hearts.
Joshua & Michelle Fitchett and our church family at Mechanicsville Baptist Church
August 8, 2004
My family would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. You have been in our thoughts and prayers. May it comfort you to know that there are so many people praying for you.
Jesus holds Kristen tight. She is an angel above, precious in His
sight.
Carol Austin Carter
August 8, 2004
My deepest sympathies and are offered to the Grote family on the loss of their beautiful little daughter, Kristen. To the Grotes, their loving families and friends, the Cool Springs Baptist Church family, and all who have been touched by this heartbreaking tragedy - we may not understand why things happen, but if we trust in our Heavenly Father and His master plan, we may find comfort and peace for our grieving hearts.
Sweet little Kristen is safe and well in Heaven in Jesus' loving arms. May all of us who mourn her passing find solace in God's unfailing love and grace at this most difficult, painful time.
With prayers and support - in Christian love,
Carol (Toppings) Christenson
August 7, 2004
Dear Doug & Dianna,
It's been way too long since I've seen you guys and I hate that I was able to locate you through this tragedy. My heart was broken today when my sister called with the news about Kristen. Her husband found out at an alumni meeting at Cumberland College and she called as soon as she heard. Please know that our prayers are with you each and every day! We were family when we were at Cumberland and please know that your College family is grieving with you and praying for you! God must have been walking through his garden and found a rose that was so precious and lovely he had to take it to Glory to live with him so she would never know the pain this world may cause. I love you all and will be praying daily! May God wrap his arms around you during this time!
Love & Prayer
Mike, Carol, John Michael & Hunter
Jean,Chuck,Tammy, Kimberly Williams
August 7, 2004
This is a very difficult time for each of you and your family, church family and friends. "Our prayers are that God take your pain and give you His peace; take your void and fill it with God's love; take your emptiness and fill it with three years of pleasant memories that God gave you with Kristen. May you and your family feel yourselves being "carried by God" at this time." Remember "Footprints in
the Sand"
Even though we do not know you personally, we hope you know we "care" and will keep the Grote's family in our prayers now and in the futue.
MIKE AND SANDRA WHEELER
August 7, 2004
We are severely grieved to hear of your daughter's death. However, we know she went straight to the arms of Jesus and that she did not die alone - Jesus said the angels of the little ones are in His face everyday and we know your baby's angel said, "Excuse me a moment," to go to her and bring her back. He had to bring her back, for such is the kingdom of heaven. May you feel that peace that passes understanding and know that the prayers of hundreds if not thousands of people are encompassing you. Mike and Sandra Wheeler (Marki's parents).
Wheeler Judy
August 7, 2004
Precious little Kristen is dancing with the angels in heaven. Oh, how happy she is! We know that Jesus is smiling at her and holding her tight in His loving arms.
Ben Henderson
August 6, 2004
I don't know what your going through or what your feelings are, but I do know that it must be difficult. So just remember that in this trying time you both are loved, supported, and prayed for by your family, freinds, and God. Kristen will be loved and missed by all that knew her, and always be remembered as a beautiful, happy little girl.
maryanne menzel
August 6, 2004
Doug & Dianna,
I wanted to let you know that I love you both so much.
ann smith
August 6, 2004
God bless you all my prayers are with each and everyone of you. you dont know me but you have and will be on my mind alot. God has another pretty angel up there looking down on us. God bless all. ann smith & family
Cheryl McGhee
August 6, 2004
I am so sorry for your loss my heart goes out to your whole family. I lost my daughter almost 6 months ago so I know what you are going through and all I can do is pray for you and your family at this sad time. But just know that one day you will see her again and know that she is with GOD and what better place can she be but be in the presents of GOD.
Wanda Hudson
August 6, 2004
Dear Family,
As soon as I heard of your loss, I began to pray that God would bring you Peace. It breaks my heart just to think of what your family may be going through. Even though we do not know each other, my husband and I wanted to offer our support as your brothers and sisters in Christ. I pray that your family will stick by your side and give you the support you need at this difficult time. I have been blessed with 3 beautiful girls and I know that with our busy lives, things happen. Please know that the only one to judge us is GOD. God is there for you and so are we. We are members at Shalom Baptist Church and everyone is praying for you and Cool Springs Baptist Church.
In Gods Love,
Wanda and Eddie.
August 6, 2004
To the Grote Family,
Our famiy extends our deepest sympathy in the lost of your daughter. May God continue to comfort and bless you through this most difficult time.
(The Whitlock Family)
Mary Winecoff
August 6, 2004
We wanted to let your family know how much you all have been on our minds and in our prayers these last few days. We will continue to pray that God will give you the strength that you will both need to get through this most difficult time. Our prayers are also with the entire Cool Spring Baptist Church family. God bless and comfort each one of you.
Tom, Mary, Nicholas, and Nathan Winecoff
Debra Castlebury
August 6, 2004
We are praying for your family and will continue to do so. Hold on God and he will hold on to you. He will provide all the strength you need. Remember you are loved by people that don't even know you.
SHIRLEY ANDERSON
August 6, 2004
So very sorry for the lost of your daughter, but take comfort in knowing she is with our heavenly father and you will see her again. Remain close for each other and God will grant you peace.
Michael and Kelly Cecil
August 6, 2004
Doug and Diana:
We hope you are feeling all the love and support all around you. May God carry you through this in the palm of His hand. Kristen was a beautiful little girl and it gives us much comfort knowing we will see her again one day soon.
With much love and sympathy,
Kelly and Mike Cecil
MATT & BETH CAMPBELL
August 6, 2004
WE JUST WANTED TO SAY THAT WE ARE SORRY FOR WHAT HAPPEN WE ARE FORMER MEMBERS AND WAS MARRIED AT COOL SPRINGS.
Chad & Karen Seay
August 6, 2004
Please know that your family is in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Jennifer Sanford
August 6, 2004
I wanted to extend my deepest sympathies for your loss, I hope you know that many people are praying for your family. As you read this, I hope you can feel the arms of the Lord wrapped around you. May love and peace be yours.
Joe and Jackie Alsop
August 6, 2004
We pray for God's peace and strength at this sad time, your family and also your church family.
Sister of Sandy and Carroll Weakley
Pete and Mary Wash
August 6, 2004
Our deepest sympathies and our prayers are with each of you. May you feel God's presence at this time
and always.
Nikki Sndyer
August 6, 2004
You are in my prayers!
Shawn & Karen Ritchey
August 6, 2004
Dear Grote Family,
Hi. You don't know us, but were relatives of Calvin & Valerie Ritchey. Our hearts & prayers go out to you & your family. We can't imagine how you must feel at this time, but our amazing & awesome GOD does. We may not understand HIS plans all the time, but know God still loves you, cares for you, and wants you to continue relying on HIM in all things. Eventhough your hearts ache and we all don't understand why, Kristen is in a far better place than here, and know you will see her one day again in HIS timing. We will continue to pray for you & your family. Keep looking to JESUS!
In Christ,
Shawn, Karen, Rachelle & Sarah Ritchey
Mary Jane Smith
August 6, 2004
God's grace is sufficient to hold you at this time and in the coming days as you gradually heal from your loss.
Jane Trivett
August 6, 2004
Dear Doug and Dianna,
I am so sorry to hear of Kristen's passing. My heart breaks for you. I pray that the Lord wraps his arms around you and comforts you as only He can. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Prayerfully,
Jane Trivett,
The Compassionate Friends
Marnie Creech
August 6, 2004
I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. I have cried and prayed for your entire family. I did not know Kristen, but I have two children of my own and I could not imagine my world without them. I will forever keep Kristen and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Ashley Hood
August 6, 2004
I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss, and I honestly can not imagine what you all must be going through. I work at the child care center, and was with Kristen in the afternoons sometimes. Admittedly, I wasn't as close to her as some people there, but I wanted to let you know how sorry I am for the loss that you all have endured. I keep your family in my prayers every day. May God be with you.
Beth Cox
August 6, 2004
May God comfort and sustain you during this terrible time. The thoughts and prayers of many are with you.
Nina Southworth
August 6, 2004
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you and your family at this time. You don't know me or my family, but we extend our heartfelt sympathies at this time. God Bless you.
Chris & Amy Moore
August 6, 2004
Our hearts are hurting for you at this time. We will pray God's presence, healing, and comfort on you at this time and for years to come.
The staff at Bon Air Baptist Church send their deepest sympathy as does our mutual friends Garth and Sonja Linsay.
Please know that you are loved and prayed for at this time, by so many who don't even know you personally, but who are crying out to God for you. We pray you will feel a glimpse of this love.
helen spivey
August 6, 2004
This message comes to you with a heavy heart. My prayers are with you all.
Kitty Willis
August 6, 2004
You are in my thoughts and prayers. You see, I have an angel in heaven also. God be with you through your sadness.
Rachel Mays
August 6, 2004
You do not know us, but our prayers and heartfelt sympathies are with the whole family and friends of Kristen. There is no way we can know what you must be feeling, but want you to know, We CARE. You've been added to our church prayer chain. Our Christian Love, Bob & Rachel Mays
Jennifer Loving
August 6, 2004
Doug and Diana - I am so sorry for your loss and we have been praying for you continually. May GOD bring you peace. My children both went to preschool with Kristen and have told such wonderful stories about her all week. Please know that the whole church loves you and is devastated to see you go through so much pain. God bless you both.
Mark and Jen Loving
Bakir Brown
August 6, 2004
I've never met Kristen or the Grote family, I just wanted to extend my condolences and to say that I am so sorry for your loss and that my prayers are with Kristen and her family.
With Much Love,
Tim & Jan Binns
August 6, 2004
We want you to know that our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you.
John and Lynne Kegel
August 6, 2004
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers for you, your family and Cool Spring Baptist church. Stay strong in the Lord ... In Him,
Dottie Thompson
August 6, 2004
We extend our deepest sympathy to the entire family during this most difficult time of loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Randy & Dottie Thompson
Donald & Cissy Arndts
August 6, 2004
Donald and I want to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. We will pray for you and your family that GOD will give you peace.
Rodney and Kelly Chenault
August 6, 2004
God Bless all of you. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with the Grotes and everyone at Cool Spring Baptist Church.
A. W. M
August 6, 2004
Our Lord shows us his works in many ways. Although sometimes tragic, his plan and his way shall be revealed. And his profound Love for his children can never be diminish.
Your loss is felt all across the world. We are all human, and with being human we sometimes make mistakes that sometimes just can't be undone. But as you greive, pray. And after each time you pray, you look towards the hills from whence cometh your help, because your help shall cometh from the Lord.
With heartfelt and sincere sympathy, I extend my Love to you and your family and friends on the passing of your beloved and dearest Kristen. May you be blessed with God's love, peace, grace and mercy.
Always know Kristen is with you and will forever be your beautiful Angel.
God Bless You today and forever !!
Sandy Smith
August 6, 2004
The owners and staff of Charter Flowers and Gifts sends it's thoughts, prayers and condolences to the Grote family and to the Cool Spring Baptist Church family. We offer our support to you during this difficult time.
JANET MARTIN
August 6, 2004
I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO THE WHOLE FAMILY . I CANNOT IMAGINE WHAT YOU MUST BE FEELING. YOU DO NOT KNOW ME, BUT MY HEART ACHES FOR YOU ALL.
LOVE AND PRAYERS BE WITH YOU.
August 6, 2004
God has chosen another precious Angel to stand by his side.
Dr. Philip Turner
August 6, 2004
The church family of Pine Street Baptist Church, Richmond, VA sends it deepest sympathies and prayers for the family and for the Cool Spring Baptist Church.
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