Lance A. Ciaciura

Hi Dad, I wish I could Have met you.
Mat is engaged now. He misses you alot it's been almost 13 years since you died. I'm going to be 13 on may 23rd

I wish heaven had a phone. I miss you <3

This is so tough for me this year. Maybe because it is a 10 year marker. Life keeps moving, time keeps ticking, the kids keep growing. It is so hard to believe that it was 10 years ago was the last time I saw your smiling face so full of life, as you got ready for work that morning. You gave me the biggest hug & kiss, then rubbed my belly. Then you walked out the door started your bike and left for work. You were so excited to ride that day. Little did either of us know that would be the last time we would see each other. Life was so simple back then... My Life keeps moving it isn't bad for me, I'm in a good place. I just really miss my best friend. I remember people telling me things would get better with time. The truth is it doesn't get easier. You just get more used the fact that things will never be what they were again. Till we meet again Lance. I will always be grateful for the time we had together. Until then i will keep the wind in my face & the sun on my back. . ??????????

Lance,we were best friends since we were "tweens"(I was 13 and you were 11)LOL,I wish we had not lost touch when I moved to Wisconsin in 1992,I had been looking for you for the past few year's and I couldn't believe it when Kirsten told me you had passed away,I miss you so much!!!I am so glad we got together and had dinner in 1996,it was so good to see you again and hear you were doing the things you wanted to do in life,I lost the demo cd of your band but I am so glad I had a chance to listen to you play again,you had so many talents!So many people love you and miss you,I am thankful for the years we dated and knew each other,I will never forget you!Love you Always,Chelsea

Life would be so different if you were still here.
Forever loved , forever in our heart, forever missed, never the same

Catching a glimpse of you every now and again, I take a minute to realize it isn't you. I can't make that person be you. I won't ever forget you Lance.

Hey Buddy,
Was sitting in the ink-chair the other day and couldn't help but think of the man who gave me my first ink. Miss you lots brutha.

I thought of you today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday and days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have is memories and a picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake, in which I'll never part. God has you in his keeping, I have you in my heart~
In loving memory Lance Ciaciura 12-24-74 - 5-2-03
I cant believe its been 7 yrs since I've seen your smiling face.... I miss you and love you more than words could ever express.... :/ Love Always Kelishi

Dearest Lance, You are a guardian angel.. this I know is true. I visit your grave site often, and on this day 5 years ago, I visitied you, just because I was in the neighborhood. I prayed for you to watch over your family & friends. That night my youngest brother was in a terrible car accident, but he walked away unscathed. To this day.. I know that it was you that helped my brother walk away from that accident unharmed. Had I not visited your grave site that day, I don't believe my brother would have made it. So THANK you for listening to my prayers to you that day.. I know you are watching over so many. My guess is you are the busiest angel in Heaven.
Peace, love & hugs,
Julie Paul

hey bro ive never forgoten you and never will i lerned today that your nephew was born on this day and my son will come this month this is not a good month for me we lost you jason redenti and my grandpa dell so it is nice to have good things to think about in the month of may to all of you who miss and morn lance i truly belive that if you think hard enough about him he is never gone and will allways be with us love allways bro

Remembering 5 years later... it's strange how so much time can pass but still seems like yesterday, that you were smiling at me... A lot have things have changed over the years some good some not soo good but it was all a learning experience. Sometime's I wonder what might have been. But fate has its strange maybe even cruel way of working out. It's said everything happens for a
reason... But this one i can't figure out. Some day I will I hope. until then... I will continue to keep my chin up, put one foot in front of the other and try my hardest to be happy. Eventually I believe this has to
happen... Why would I be givin' such a wonderful person only to have him taken away at 25? The way I look at it is "if I stay positive, & positive things will come"

One thing I have learned over the years is that it doesn't get easier, you just get more used to the fact that you are never coming back home. I just want it to be known that you forever be in my heart no matter what happens in my life!
I LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!
your loving wife,
Kelli

Lance - It's Mesha Redenti again. Just wanted to ask you to say hello to Jason for us. I know he's in a better place with you and his girls are convinced he's an angel watching over us. Reminded me of you. We got matching tatoos from you on our 9th anniversary. Now I'm about to bury half of the gift you gave us and I thought of you. I play your songs often and hope your family is doing well. Peace, love and hugs to everyone....Mesh

lance here it is anuther year man its been a long 5 years i rilly hope your family is doing good we wiss you and allways will alot

It's taken me three years to figure out what to write here. This morning, as I was waking up, I realized that the reason I couldn't figure it out was because I was trying to find a way to put my sadness into words and I finally realized that there is not words, not nearly enough words, to put it on paper. The closest I've gotten is that my sadness feels like laying on the ground with stones on my chest, heavy and crushing, with no way out....



It's funny to me that people say that it gets "easier". Either those people are liars or they are preperaing us for serious disapointment. What I've learned is that it doesn't get easier, it just sort of evolves. At first, I felt like I was hollow and sheer, like every nerve in my body was right on the surface of my skin. Wind hurt. Hugs hurt. I would have sworn then that people could see it. Then about a year later, it tapered to a constant dull ache, everpresent, but I think I still liked it because It would never let me forget, because I was so afraid I would. Now, Three years have passed, and it's not as constant, not three or four times a day anymore, that I realize I can't hear him laugh. Now, It's a brand new pain. I've traded constant dull pain for less often sucker punches that take my breath away and leave my eyes swollen and red. I still can't smell CK One without bursting into tears or hear certain songs without crying. Then I have to laugh because I'm crying my eyes out to Poison and I know Lance would have ridiculed me to no end. So no, I would say time has not made it any easier, just...different.



Our friendship was sort of like the Ocean and the Moon. It ebbed and flowed, one depending on the other, sometimes stronger than others. The one thing I see now was that even at it's weakest points, Lance's frindship was always there for me, regardless of distance and time. The quiet way you know in your heart that someone will always be there. It has been a very long, dark night since you've been gone, Lance.



To Kelan: He couldn't wait to meet you.



To Mathew: He talked about you all the time and you amazed him.



To Kelli: He loved you so much. I know because he told me.



To Lance's Family and Family of Friends: We are, at the same time, the luckiest and unluckiest bunch of people.



To Lance: If I could have one more day, it would never be enough, but there are a million things I would say to you, a thousand things I would show you, but this time, I would remember to tell you how much I love you.



Love, Corrie

lance its been a long time since we talked theres a new Infante in the world her name is Jaidan you would love her and i know you see her i miss you with all my hart every day. i hope your family is well

Dear Lance,

Hello I know it has been a while since I wrote but I have been through alot and life has been hard on me lately. Thank You for being there for me and helping me as much as you have through this ruff time in my life.I miss you so much. I have never felt so lonely, hurt, and in as much pain ever in my life as I do now. Hopefully I won't have to have more radiation treatment after this last one. I had more test done yesterday and I won't know the results for a week. I am haveing my first ultrasound on Dec 7th, 2005 and I can only hope that the radiation thearpy didn't effect the baby and that everything will be fine. I know that you are there for me and I am so Thankfull that you are. My Dr thinks eveything is going to be fine but, I still worry alot. I just wanted to let you know I was thinking about you and always do, With all my love.



Love,

Channing

I may be greedy, but it's not fair. I wanted you here but God wanted you up there. And of course we all know who will win. But, you left us a gift named KeLan. I miss you oh so much and oh so dearly. I know we will all mourn you yearly. I hope you know that we all care for you. Lance Allan Ciaciura, we love you.

Lance,

It has been so long, I have missed you so much. I am jealous of everyone, because me being the youngest, I don't have many memories of you. I recently spent time with your daughter and have grown to love her, she is so much like you and Kelli. Also recently your nephew, Landan Allan Sabelko, was born. I cry sometimes because I miss you, but also because I know what a great dad and uncle you would have been. I'm also jealous of my own sister, in which you were close to, and even did her piercing. I will always remember you, my 'cool' cousin, and always miss you. You'll always be watching over us. And I pray that you are in heaven watching over me, I envy you for all that you have done...



You loving cousin,

~Sabrina~

Lance, everytime I think about you, I wonder if you are still watching over us. My new son proves that you are still with us all the time. Landon was born on the horrible day that you were taken from us. He is my little angel and miracle. Mat is so excited to have a cousin. He says finally a boy to play with. And KeLan doesn't quite get it yet, but she loves to pat his head and touch all of his beautiful hair. Thanks for showing you are still here. We all miss you so much! Love you. Your Sister, Kristin

My dearest Lance.

Here we are almost 2 whole years since I've seen your smiling face. Time is going by so fast I'm not sure if that's good or bad. I guess it's not so bad because I'm learning to live again. Although everyday I can't help but wonder what things would be like if you were here still. Life has gone on, but I will not ever forget what we shared. The kids are getting so big. Mat is having tough time lately. could you please send some guidance to him. He misses you so much. KeLan's already almost 2. She looks just Like her Daddy. I'm so glad. She has that same way of looking into people not at them like you did. Thank you for doing those little things to let me know you are still around it never goes unnoticed. I love you always! Your Kellishi

Hello to dear friends and family, We've made it through another holiday without my forever loved and missed son. They say things get easier as time goes on, I disagree. I don't think it will ever get easy! If you are fortunate enough to have children or, have special people in your life, show them, and tell them how much you love them each and everyday. You just never know how your life can change in an instant. Lance will always know how much I love him, my heart and soul has a gaping hole that will never heal. I miss you so much!



On a lighter note.... Lance would have celebrated his 30th birthday on December 24th. Although he's not here to celebrate with us, we are going to honor his birthday with a celebration at the cemetery on his birthday at 10:00AM. Everyone is welcome. We're going send messages to heaven with a balloon release. We'll serve hot chocolate, coffee and donuts. If you are unable to come to the cemetery and would like to attach a message to Lance, please contact me and I'll be sure to attach your message to a balloon.



Words cannot express how much we miss you Lance. Big bear hugs and kisses to heaven.



I love you Lance,

Mom

Happy Thanksgiving. Hey Lance - it's been awhile since I've visited your site. It's a bittersweet holiday, because although we have a lot to be thankful for, there's also that void that you're not physically sitting down with your family to enjoy turkey and playing with the kids. Well you must've looked down on us today because it was a gorgeous southern California day and out of the blue I thought of you and said to Jason "oh, I wonder how Kelli and the kids are doing today." For not knowing you all very well it's strange how often that happens. We went to a friends house today for dinner and brought along some CDs of Mlps bands for them to hear. We played Illstate's song they wrote for you. Brings a tear to my eyes every time I hear it. Thanks to your best buddies for writing and recording that one. I hope this finds everyone doing well. Peace to you and peace to everyone out there. Mesha, Jason, Kalynn and Korina Redenti

A Possible

Issue can

Allow

Combined

Hope and

Foundation to

Believe in.

To have

Passion

That can

Be unresolved

Or to grow stronger.

To learn

With Wisdom

And Exercise of

A reasonable

Conscious with

Compassion

And Caring

To Realize

A Friend

Is Precious.



I miss you Lance!!

Love Channing

Lance - An entire year - hard to believe. I continue to think about you and your family. I've learned more about you in this past year and I have so much respect for you. I hope you continue to watch over those close to you and guide them in the directions they need to go.

Kelli - I only wish I had the strength that you've shown. It really touches my heart to read your entries to Lance and see all the love that will never fade. I wish you and your children all the greatest things and for all your living dreams to come true. It would be great for all of us to see recent photo's of Lance's family at Legacy.com.

Take care always. Peace!

Mesha, Jason, Kalynn and Korina.

My dearest Lance,

Here we are 1 whole year since I've seen your smiling face say I Love You. This has been the hardest year of my life.

Our little girl is beginning to walk. She'll be 1 year old in just 3 weeks. She looks so much like you. I wish you were here to hold her just once. She would take your breath away.

Mathew is getting so big. He misses you so dearly. He earned his yellow belt in Tae kwon do. He also won 2nd place in the school science fair. You would be so proud of him.

I miss you more than words could even begin to express. My heart is forever broken. I can't wait until the day we are back together again. I guess for now I will have to settle for my dreams of you and I. Nobody can ever take those away from me.

I Love you!

Love your,

Kellishi

Lance,



I can't believe that it has been this long. Chrissy just got some ink from Scott. I was weird for the both of us, because you had done all of her other work. We had planned on doing so much more. Scott did a very good job, you taught him well. I almost called about a month ago to tell you about a band that I thought you would like. I got alot of good pictures from the benefit, I didn't get alot of Kelli. I didn't think she wanted any taken. Wish you were here.

Hi!

I just wanted to let people know that there is going to be a memorial for Lance & all the other familys served during the past year at Holcom-Henry-Boom (the funeral home where Lance's wake was held)

It would be nice if people could come & show their continued support. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE!!



The memorial will be on

Saturday November, 29 2003

2:00 PM

North Chapel

Holcom-Henry-Boom

515 Highway 96

Shoreview, MN 55126

651-482-7606

Kelli,

I got the notice of another entry in Lance's Legacy.com and I got so excited that someone was writing to Lance or you. I swear I almost felt your pain when reading your words to him, yet I know I cannot even imagine how you feel. Please know that you are still in our minds and hearts, as is Lance.



I just got back from California and the minute I got off the plane I went to Venice Beach to watch the sunset and breathe the ocean air. I thought of you and Lance, the kids, the friends and family and how much I've learned what you all brought to others lives. I find it amazing that although I knew you both, I didn't know you well, yet this has changed me forever. Living each day and cherishing every person in my life in a new way. Accepting differences, working through issues, enjoying the laughter, never taking things for granted. I hope you can enjoy the laughter and joy.



I cannot imagine that time is the answer either. Your strength is what gets you through each day, which proves you can do it. Why do we have to learn some lessons through pain? What is the purpose of such a thing?



I drove around Los Angeles and would play the Tribute song for Lance and sing my heart out to you. I had such a peaceful feeling while I was there, our home, and I sensed that Lance knew I was thinking of you both and I felt peace for him too.



If anything good can possibly come from this, I'm sure it is that he brought so many people together and that he's changed lives forever. Now it's your turn to carry it on. Jason and I will be there for you any time of the day for any little or big reason. I really mean that. Sometimes it's easier to talk to someone that you know cares, yet isn't part of every day, family things.



We'll be moving back to Cali soon, so if you ever need to email or call please do so. And you and the kids will always have a place to stay on the west coast if you need to get away.



My love and peace to you, KeLan, Matt and everyone in your life.

Mesha

Lance,

I can't believe it's almost been 6 months since I have seen your smiling face. To say the words "I Miss You" just aren't enough! It seems like there isn't a minute in the day that you aren't on my mind.

It seems like time should have stopped that day that you never made it home. I can still remember our last conversation on the phone that day when you called me from work & said you were going to be home a little late, saying I love you & that last good-bye.

Yesturday your sister Kristin & Ryan were married. I was so happy for them, but at the same time it made me think about how you should have been there. It also made me remember "Our wedding day" & how happy we were, & the dreams we had of spending the rest of "OUR LIVES" together. I still have a hard time with knowing I will never see you walk thru the door again.

Today I was looking at KeLan, I can't believe she's 5 months old already. It's amazing how much she looks like you and how she is just as flinchy as you used to be. I thank god you left me her! Mathew is getting to be such a Big little man. I look at him and see the pain in eyes because he misses his Dad. & It breaks my heart when he says "I miss Dad, I wish this would have never happened" & all I can do or say to help comfort him is hug him & say "me too".

People keep telling me that "it gets easier with time". But you know what, I don't think it gets any easier. I think that I just get a little more used to the fact that you aren't here with us anymore.

I love you & miss you very much!!!!

Love Always,

Your Kellishi

I know its a little late to write.But I had to,We love you guys and if I could change it I would.I am so sorry for you and the childrens,and kathy and johns loss.Lance is a great friend to me and my entire family!We will miss him terribly.You know to call me for anything kell!We love you and you will not be alone through this, we will be there ALWAYS!!!!!!!!And matt and kelan will know their DAD!!!Love you kellyou stay strong and sweet.By the way tag your it!!Tabi

Kelli;

You asked "Why" in your letter kelli,honey this was a mistake!!!!

We all miss Lance so much,but I have

gotten to know you,and spend time with you and your babies,you are so strong,Lance was so loved by you!!

It has been a couple of months since lance's passing. I will always remember you forever. I had known lance for about 8 years and I think about all the goods times I had with lance. I wrote a song for him and I would like to share.

TO PAINT A PICTURE TO INVISION ALL INTERTIWNED MORALS. I MOURN TO THE SKY FOR ALL THE POETS WHO HAVE DIED, NEVER HAVE I FELT THIS WAY BEFORE IT ALL NEVER THOUGHT YOU WOULD LEAVE US ALL.SOMETIMES WE ONLY SEE WHAT WE WANT TO BELIEVE AND SOMETIMES WE ONLY SEE THE MEANINGS. I'LL PLACE FLOWERS HERE TO REMIND ME OF MY FEARS.

thats was just a little part of it but for now i'll leave it at that. love you lance

As summer turns to fall, my mind turns to you.



I saw a man in a car yesterday and I thought it was you.



Then I remembered.



Today as so many are remembering those lost, I think of you.



I miss you Lance.



Love, a good friend.

I haven't been in contact with Lance for a long time. I just remember him as a great guy. He was fun to be around and alway brought a smile to my face. I was so sad to hear about his passing.

Kelli & Family,



Congratulations on the delivery of a healthy baby girl. KeLan is a beautiful name. I send you all my love. It was really nice finding out through Lance's guest book that Kelli had the baby, Thank you Kristin and Kelli you hold strong the whole family is right here behind you if you ever need anything.



Love

Monica

Congratulations on the birth of your little angel Kelan, I read about her birth thru Lances guest book,best of wishes to you, your new daughter and Matthew.

Lance~ I met the most beautiful little girl tonight. It was your daughter. She was born today May 23, 2003 At 3:54 p.m. She weighed 5lbs 11oz. and was 18 inches long. She is a tiny little peanut. She has your lips, and hair!She also has Kelli's nose. Kelli named her KeLan Melodi Ciaciura after both of your names put together. She is a perfect little angel. Mat said he saw you there watching over us. He is a proud brother. Thank You for givng us this perfect gift.



Your Loving Sister,

Kristin

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hang in there and grow strong from this.

peace.

cork

Lance - I know you feel what we're all feeling. I know you're looking in on your family and friends and keeping us all strong. I want to thank you for leaving such a wonderful circle and for bringing them closer to each other. It's been two weeks since we said "see ya later" and it still touches me like I can't explain. Funny thing is that I didn't get to know you that well and it's still affecting me and others in this profound way. I wanted to say thank you for everything. The tatto on my neck that you did for Jason and I on our 9th anniversary is so special. I never made it back to add more color, but it really doesn't need it anymore. I love it just the way it is. Take care until next time we chat.

I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF A FRIEND AND FAMILY MEMMBER YOU PROBABLY DONT KNOW WHO I AM. I MET LANCE ONLY A COUPLE OF TIMES ONE OF WHICH HE WAS GIVING ME A TATTOO. HE OBVIOUSLY MEANT ALOT TO MANY OF PEOPLE AND WILL BE MISSED.KELLI KEEP PUTTING ONE FOOT IN FRONT OF THE OTHER AND ONE DAY YOU WILL BE WITH LANCE AGAIN.ALL OF YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS..........

Cathy and John and the Larson family.Sorry to hear about Lance.May God give you strength to get through this time in your life.I will pray for all of you.I know we havent seen Lance since he was still a kid.But it sure sounds like he turned out to be a wonderful man.Cathy Ugly also says hello and is thinking about you guys also.So you take care.Love Mark and Jodi.

John,Cathy,and Kristin ~

I'm sorry I wasn't able to make it to the funeral, but the wake was beautiful. I didn't realize that Lance had touched so many lives. I hadn't seen Lance or you guys in many years and it brought back a lot of great memories, memories I will always keep with me. Hanging out at your house, swimming in the pool, and Kristin going camping with us in Wisconsin Dells. It is sad how when you grow up you start to drift away from your friends and for that I am sorry. So Kristin if you have a computer, e-mail me anytime (if you get this) just to tell me how things are going in your life. Good luck with the wedding and I am so very sorry for the loss you have had to endure.

Love you guys,

Missy

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I am still in shock, I cannot believe Lance is gone. He was one of my best friends for a very long time and even when we drifted apart we always ended up back together, hanging out like no time had past. I am going to miss him terribly. God bless his family and

friends, I know he will be watching and protecting you all.

God Bless.

Wow! I just read all the e-mails and I am overwelmed by all the great things everyone said and felt about Lance.I loved him like a brother.I know he looked up to me,but I hope he knows just how much I looked up to him.

The day I got my first bass, I called Lance and told him.He was so excited for me.A couple of days later we got together and he showed me a few things and off I whent,not having a clue what I was doing,but he said "don't worry keep praticing and if you need help give me a call." Then came the night he came to see one of our gigs.I was so nervus. When I asked him how we sounded he said that it sounded pretty good.I knew the music we play isn't the same as his, but I new he could tell me if there was anything that we should change or fix,and when I asked him that he said "no,it sounds great".Thats the kind of guy Lance was, the kind of guy who let you be you.He never forced his opinions on you or told you it had to be done this way,he let you do it for yourself and just accepted who you were and said "thats cool".

Man I miss him.

We talked about him giving me bass lessons, he said "I don't think I can show you much" but man what I would give for just one more lesson Lance.

Well Lance I got two basses now and I'm bringing both of them with me when I go. One for me and one for you and you'll be givin me that lesson,your not gettin out of it that easy.

I love ya cuz

Mike

Lance,



You'll be highly missed by everyone, you had many friends that cherished you as well as the family. I never got to know you as we got older but I will always remember the good times from at my parents. (your great uncle and aunt Carl & Kathy Larson).



God Bless

Love

Monica



p.s. tell grandma which is your great grandma Larson that I Love and still miss her. Thank you!

Lance- I don't know what to say. I still can not believe that this has happened to a wonderful person.Your children will know you through our family. They will hear wonderfull stories about all the things that their Dad did, and how we were all so lucky to know you for the time that we did. Take care and watch over your family.

From Lance's Uncle Mark.

I wish I had gotten to know you better. My thoughts and prayers go out to all who knew you.

Love from your Uncle.

Here's to you, buddy. Rest in peace.

Lance- one of the best days of my husband's life was when he was the best man at your wedding. It meant the world to him. Thank you for being such a wonderful friend. Kelli, Matthew and baby-we will always be there for you guys and we love you so much

Lance i will miss you. Kelli I am so sorry.

Lance, you were a great friend. Thanks for all of the good times and the great memories. I will miss you.

Lance wasn't ever someone who became immersed in the scene but made his mark in bands that shaped what it has became. He was faithful to friends and family. In the short time we knew him he always had a passion for life that showed in everthing he was doing. He was a talented artist. You will be sorely missed, and remembered.

My deepest condolences to all Lance's family and friends.



God Bless



The Davidson's

i don't really know what to say i guess...except my heart feels heavy for kelli and the kids. i think i'm still having a hard time believing it. kelli, stay strong...for you, for the kids, for lance. i was down in la crosse last weekend and chad and i reminisced all weekend about all the good times we had at the shop. it was really nice, we laughed a lot and even cried together. he will be missed....and loved. i am sorry lance..for everything.



kelli, you're so close, if you need something, even a weekend to yourself, oliver would love to play with matthew and we'd love to have him.





beth (bubba)

Our condolences to the entire family and a pledge to forever remember Lance in our hearts.



Larry and Nancy

To the Ciaciura Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. It's always hard when some one close is lost. I send my prayers and love to all of you. I didn't really know Lance, but he is still family, and a loss is felt all the way out here in California. I send my deepest sympathy and thoughts to Lance's family that survives him. I guess an angel was needed in Heaven because he took some one so special away at such an early time. He will always be watching over all of us. Love to you all. April Ciaciura.

I met Lance almost 10 years ago. I loved to watch him play music. He was so talented. He always knew how to make me smile. I regret that I didn't see him for so long and that I never got the chance to know his wife and family. I can only pray that they will all get through this difficult time. At times like these, we all need to stop for a minute, and take a look around at the people that we love. Kelli and the rest of Lance's family, I am so sorry that this happened. I will pray for you all.

Lance - I just came back from the chapel where you are, in body. It's amazing how many people love you. I've never seen so many tattoos and piercings together in one place. Some of your best handiwork was on display. You've got be proud to have so many wonderful friends.

I also saw your wife Kelli for the first time. She is an amazing woman. She's beautiful and strong - wrapping her arms lovingly around every tearful person who comes to try to comfort her. It's easy to see why you love her so much.

She's going to need some help along the way, and I know your good friends and her family will be there for her.

And of course, you will be too.

Thank you for coming into my life Lance. I love you.

A simple reminder that was sent to me today - from a friend before it's too late....

Around the corner I have a friend,

In this great city that has no end,

Yet the days go by - weeks rush on,

And before I know it a year is gone.

And I never see my old friends face,

For life is a swift

and terrible race,

Tired of playing a foolish game,

Tired of trying to make a name.

"Tomorrow" I say

"I will call on Jim"

"Just to show that I'm thinking of him."

But tomorrow comes

and tomorrow goes,

And distance between us

grows and grows.

Around the corner!-yet miles away,

"Here's a telegram sir"

"Jim died today."

And that's what we

get and deserve in the end.

Around the corner,a vanished friend.

Remember to always say

what you mean.

If you love someone, tell them.

Don't be afraid to

express yourself. Reach out and

tell someone what they

mean to you. Because when

you decide that it is the right time it might be too late.

Seize the day. Never have

regrets. And most importantly, stay

close to your friends and family, for they have helped make you the person that you are today.

I've never gotten the chance to know Lance as everyone else know's him, but i do know that Lance was a great person. he has touched the lives of so many people. They say that god makes things happen for a reason, but sometimes you may not know the reason. I send all my deepest sympathy to all of his family and friends. I know its a hard time right now, but with the loving support from everyone you'll get through it.



GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

To the Ciaciura family, I send my deepest sympthies. I am so sorry for the loss of Lance. I met Lance thru my daughter Crystal Woods, he was such a happy person to be around, he will be greatly miss by all that know him. Kelli even tho we have never met I just want you to know that you and your children are in my thoughts and prayers, I know people are telling you to be strong, and how hard that must be, please take care of yourself, your children need you more than ever, but at the same time you need to allow yourself the time to grieve as well,from what I here you are a strong women, and with your family and friends that love you so much you will find the strenght to carry on. Just remember that Lance is your own guardian angel and will forever watch over you and his family. I have a grandson in heaven that is an angel as well and I know him and Lance are at peace and will forever be in our hearts.

Rest In Peace brother. Best of wishes to all who knew and loved him. My Condolences



Jez

To all of lance's Dearest friends and family. My heart hurts for all of you. Lance took me and pete into his home when we had nowhere to go I've never known anyone with a bigger heart. I was pregnant with my first daughter Cassie when we lived with him and I remember how much he wanted a child, I know he'll be with you and children, kelli. I am so sorry for your loss. The last time I talked to lance I saw him only for a minute at a gas station but he still took the time out to come over and say hi and that's what I loved about lance he was never to busy not to say hi.



With love forever,Crystal

Cassie, and ahna marie

I know we haven't seen each other or talked in a while but that's what times does over the years it seems you see each other one day and then may not talk for months or sometimes even years. I'm going to remember the good times we had though, I'll miss you, and Kelli if you need to talk I'm here for you. I know you're a tough girl and you can make it through this tough time but if you need something we're all here for you.

Kelli, Matthew, Dad, Carol, and the Ciaciura Family:

I am deeply saddened and devasted by the loss that you have all incurred.



Kelli, I am so sorry you have lost Lance ...It is clear that Lance was an amazing person and a wonderful husband and father. I am sending you my heartfelt sympathy and my prayers in your time of saddness.



We are all in shock and we grieve for your devastating loss.



Love,

Mary

Dear Kelli, Carol, Dad, and Lance's Family: We are all in shock over this devastating news.



Words simply cannot express how our hearts go out to you for your loss.. Kelli, I am trully at a loss for words... Just know that we give you our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband and soulmate.. In reading what his friends/family have said about Lance in this guestbook about his life-- it was obvious he was a great, great person and a wonderful man... Our prayers are with you daily.. No one can explain why these things happen. We can only trust in the Lord..



"Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will direct your paths....



PROVERBS 3:5-6



God Bless,



Love,

Dan, Lisa, Christian,

& Kailee Hannula

When I first heard the news about Lance, I was in total disbelief. Maybe it was just shock. It’s hard to understand how something like this could happen to such a good person. Lance was a great friend. Although we had drifted apart in the last few years, my memories of him will last forever. He would do anything for anyone. He was always putting his friends and family before himself. Lance will be close to my heart forever.



My condolences,



Sarah

To a good friend. I will miss you.

Friendship. A friend will stand beside you,

And stay there come what may.

A friend knows you're not perfect

But is your friend and loves you anyway. Your friendship will be missed. And to his family you have my deepest sympathies.

I awake every morning

To cherish those I have

And long for those I have lost

When I go to sleep at night

I think of those left behind

And remember those who have passed on

Although I cannot see you

I know that you are there

Our loved ones never leave us

They just take on a new form

Because angels walk among us

Sorry to hear the news. Let me know if I can help in any way.

~Patrick

I'm sittin' hear puttin' a tele together for a slide guitar, gigs are booked and the ball is rollin, the thing is it's kinda funny, I don't remember what age it is that we met man but I remember a les paul jumior you had when we were about 13 years old that we were gonna restore in wood shop, we sanded that thing till there was almost nothin left of it, it's funny that it all began there. we've had so many good times together and bad times too, but theres no one that I woul've rather gone through it all with, and i'd do it all over just the same, I remeber our first band rehearsal in a rotten old garage, and our first recording of "my sad reality", and all these memories come rushing back from just puttin' an old frankenstein tele' together.

When I got the call on saturday I just broke, my oldest friend in the world was gone, I guess todays the first day I've actually been able to eat, but hear these words brother, In my heart, my soul, in the notes that play, and words that I write you'll live on always, GREEN GRASS AND HIGH TIDES FOREVER!,I LOVE YOU BROTHER.

Kelli, we don't know eachother hardly, but I do know one thing, this world does bad things to good people, and there never is a reason

why, I know it's hard to be strong, but we're all here for you, If ya'll need anything and I don't care if it's five years down the line, just call!

There is probably nothing I nor anyone can say right now to ease the tremendous aching in the hearts of those who love Lance.



There is no way to understand what has happened.



Nowhere we can go with our anger, our confusion and our desolation.



As we struggle to come to some kind of terms with this horrendous tragedy, we will need one another.



We will need to help one another find comfort in our stories of having had Lance in our lives.



We will need to grasp and share our appreciation, for the precious gifts of the life we are given and the love we receive.



We will need to help one another resolve to never let an opportunity pass where we could show someone kindness. Especially when they don’t expect us to feel that way.



We must let those we love, know we do so with all of our hearts.



Even if we think we can find no reason or strength for any of this while we are hurting so badly, we will.



Because that’s what Lance did.

My deepest condolences to all family and friends.

Lance was such an amazing person. He was a good friend of my dads, Ron Kooiker. And Lance actually pierced my belly button for me. I knew he was a great guy from the first time I met him. I spent a few Sundays with Lance out in Rons building watching him exspress his artistic talent on ron and his buddies. I remember him making jokes to keep me calm while he was piercing my belly button. Lance was such an amazing and faithful person and will never be forgotten, but truly missed! I know this is not going to be easy but together everybody can get through this. His wife and Children are in our prayers.

Stephanie Kooiker

My prayers go out to family and friends of Lance for this terrible loss.

Although I don't know you personally, I was a classmate of Rob Ciaciura and am assuming that he is an uncle to Lance. I want to tell you I was sorry to see the obituary in the Sunday paper, and to let you know that you're thought of during this time of hardship even though I don't know you. Rob was a great classmate, as I'm sure Lance was a great person. I grew up on Sunrise just west of St. Joe's. May God hold you in his arms during this most difficult time. Pat (Jasmer) Redepenning

Deepest condolences to the Ciaciura family. Lance was a always a caring and considerate friend, even to those he knew only briefly.

To my dearest of friends;

I will always love and support you the way that Lance did for me. I will also be there to tell you "NO"...just like Lance did.. :}

Please remember I am only a phone call away and that Lance, Kelli, Matthew & "the little one" are in my heart forever.

May God bless you and keep you safe...

All my love~

Darcy

To Lance, Kelly, and family.

We were just starting what could have been a really good relationship. Excited for the both of you, for your love for each other, and the wonderful family you have started together. Lance, you will be missed by everyone. With all the terrible people in the world, god had to take away one of the best people any of us has ever known. The guy with the biggest heart and who always smiled. I wish we could have had more time together.

To Kelli and all of Lance's family that were 10 times closer to him than me, my heart goes out to you all. I just want to say thanks Lance for being a friend for the last ten years or so. From being one of your tattoo guinea pigs back in the day, to swapping bass gear less than two months ago, we've had some good times bro. I still can't believe its true. Ive been mindless for the last 3 days now, but I know ill see you again someday. R.I.P.

I'm so sorry to hear about Lance,I meet him at his shop when he did a tattoo for me . When I left that day I thought what a cool guy. Our prays are with you and your children. The Skogheim's

My deepest condolences.



God Bless,

Shannon

Lance,you are truely one of my best friends, we've known each other for about fifteen years but these last few were most memorable, I owe you so much, If it weren't for you I wouldn't be doing what I am now. You changed my life. I'm so glad I was able be your neighbor, bandmate, and friend, I Love you and I'm gonna miss you brother! Kelli is a tough woman, I know your seeds will grow to be just as awesome as you are.

YOU PROBLY DONT KNOW ME, BUT I KNEW LANCE,, TRENT NORI IS MY SON AND HE AND LANCE WERE REALLY GOOD FRIENDS,, IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU'S,

LANCE WAS A VERY GOOD AND LOVING PERSON AND WILL BE SADLY MISSED BY US ALL.. GOD BE WITH YOU ALL, LORRIE

How does one put these feelings into words, I dont know? Lance you will always by in my heart, everyday I will try.

To my "loving Husband",

Words can't describe how I feel. Baby, I will always LOVE YOU! I'm not sure how to go on with my life without you. But, trust in me that our children will never forget who their dad was, & what a wonderful person you were. You know they say that god has a reason for everything, all that I need to know is why... All I can do now is stay strong and keep on putting one foot in front of the other and keep on moving. I may move on, But baby trust in me that I will NEVER forget. I thank god for the time we shared together in our 4 1/2 years

but it will never be long enough. You & I shared a love that people search a lifetime for if they ever find it at all. thank you for always loving me & our children with all your heart! I love very much baby & I always will!!

Love always,

Your loving wife

Kellishi

Oh Kelly I am so sorry to hear about your loss...I wish I could be there for you...I know it has been a long time but my heart hurts so deeply right now for you, Matthew, and the baby..If you need me I will always be here for you! I also want to send my deepest sympathy to all of Lances friends and family and anyone he has ever blessed by knowing..He will truely be missed..

Dear Ciaciura Family-

I'd like to express my deepest regrets for your loss. I knew Lance many, many years ago. He was always quick with a smile and the funnest person to be with. I wish all of you the best.

Words can't explain the pain I feel inside, for the loss of Lance and for the great pain his family must feel. Lance was an amazing person and great friend, a big ol'teddy bear: we love you.



Love,

Lena and Skyler

KELLI, I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I CAN ONLY IMAGINE HOW YOU MUST FEEL. HIS SPIRIT WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU AND YOUR KIDS.TAKE CARE.

To the Ciaciura Family,

You have our deepest sympathy . Lance was a very special guy, he could always make you laugh even if you didn't want to. It's so shocking to hear about it. Hope you stay strong and realize how blessed you were to know him. We will miss him.

Love,

Gen Murphy & Amy Bunnell

Lance was an amazing man who loved easily and laughed with his whole heart. I am thankful that he was in my life growing up.

I just figured I would sign this again, because I never realized that I had the chance to say something about Lance, I've known Lance for... ever, he's more than just a friend to me, he's a brother, and I know that alot of people feel the same. We all love Lance for who he was, and that is being himself... real. Even though he is younger than me, I have always looked up to him, he will never be fogotten, and forever loved by us all... and one other thing to Lance if he can see this....I know I'll see you again my brother!, peace!

long time friend and bandmate, nuisance crew

we both love you brothers for ever