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Patrice and Jerry Thompson
December 5, 2022
Shawn and Renee, we will continue to keep you all lifted in prayer during this time of remembrance. We love you
Jim & Nancy Pitts
December 6, 2021
You are in our prayers at this time of remembrance
Jim & Nancy Pitts
December 5, 2020
Thinking of y’all
Patrice Bates Thompson
December 20, 2011
Shawn, Renee and Mrs. Welch - Our thoughts are with you during this time. Our family will continue to keep you in prayer! May the peace and happiness of God be with you always! From Jerry & Patrice Thompson and the Bates families
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December 19, 2011
Shawn and Renee I cannot express in words what the heart feels. All I can say to both of you is that the Evans Family Loves you unconditionaly. Thankyou for sharing Luke with us.
Andrew Hawkins
December 19, 2011
Shawn and Renee, I am so thankful to you for sharing with us your thoughts and focus that you've had through your experience with Luke. You are two loving people that God has blessed us with and I am touched by the depth of your kindness. May God continue to bless and strengthen your family.
Hope C
December 18, 2011
I am so very sorry. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Hope - Mom to another Mito fighter
The DiPaolo Family (Mito Family)
December 17, 2011
Our Mito Candle burns tonight in memory of Luke. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
December 16, 2011
Dear Beverly and family, Thinking of you with sympathy and a prayer that God will bless you at this difficult time.
Sondra Neal Holmes
Los Angeles,Calif.
Carol Newman
December 16, 2011
Renee, Shawn, Aunt Bev, Uncle Eugene, the Welch and the Staes family, My heart is full and words escape me . As the mother of a special needs child, the same age as Luke, I can't begin to imagine the strength and faith it has taken for you all to come to terms with your loss. I will keep Luke and all of you in my daily prayers. I love you ! Carol Newman, Christine and Adam
Gena Reine
December 16, 2011
To the Welch and Staes families: You have our deepest sympathy for your loss. Gena Reine and Holden Reine
Ann W
December 16, 2011
Renee & Shawn,
My thoughts and prayers are you and your family at this difficult time. I hope that research into MITO leads to a cure and prevention. Too many lives lost too soon.
B. A
December 15, 2011
I am so sorry for you loss, your family is in my thoughts- Mito family
Jessica Hilliard
December 15, 2011
Dear Renee and Shawn,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My 4 year old daughter had mito and passed away this last July. I can't imagine the heartbreak that comes of having both of your precious children in heaven. I'm praying for God's mercies to find you in this time of incredible pain.
SIncerely,
Jessica Hilliard
Miss CC ~
December 15, 2011
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 that I'm 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 badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to 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 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 o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
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 to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Jill H
December 15, 2011
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
--mom to a child with mito
K Morton
December 14, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
-mom to a son with mito
K Larson
December 14, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies,
parent of two with mito
Janet Longmore
December 14, 2011
I am sorry for your loss. I am sorry for your son's loss. May you find comfort in your memories, and peace in your hearts. Your Mom and Dad job has been a very hard one. I wish you strength now, and the comfort of friends.
My daughter and I have a mitochondrial disorder.
Julie Holleran
December 14, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my 19 year old daughter ReeNa to MELAS. I pray that you can find strength at this hard time.
Andrea Neely
December 14, 2011
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Tamara Ellis
December 14, 2011
Angels come to visit us, and we only know them when they are gone.
God bless, Luke, and all of you, Shawn. I am so terribly sorry for your loss and pain.
Carmen and Kenneth Calvin
December 14, 2011
Renee and Shawn, we are very sorry for your lost. You are in our prayers.
Joanne Kocourek
December 14, 2011
Dear Shawn and Renee,
There are moments in life when you wish you could bring someone down from Heaven. Spend the day with them just one more time, give them one more hug, kiss them goodbye or hear their voice again. One more chance to say I LOVE YOU. Thinking of you, wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow. Someone so special can never be forgotten. Praying God's gentle peace will fill our hearts and comfort our souls tonight and in the days to come. Although we haven't met, as the mom to two children with mitochondrial disease I understand your pain.
Sally Taylor
December 14, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss! My family is from Wheaton and my two children and I have mitochondrial disease as well. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time.
I know that your boys are now free from this disease and playing together with all the other mito angels. Much love sent your way, Sally Taylor
Jean M Hutch
December 13, 2011
Soror,co-worker,and chuch member Danese and family I was sadden to here of the loss of your grandson, I know how much you loved them both. I will be in prayer with you as you remember the blessd memories that you shared with Luke.
George & Clara Ann Mims
December 13, 2011
My dear Shawn and Renee,
We are saddened to learn of Luke's passing. Even though we had not seen him for awhile we were always able to keep in touch with his progress through Danese. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and may God's presence and love sustain you during this difficult time.
Anne McPeak
December 13, 2011
Dear Shawn and Renee,
Our family feels such sorrow for the loss of your dear boy Luke. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time; may you find peace and comfort in the coming days.
With love, Blaine & Anne
Victoria Ternberg
December 13, 2011
Shawn & Renee: So sorry for your loss. We have not meet personally, but I was told about your son's passing. I am a mother of a 7.5 year old with mitochondrial disease. My heart aches for your loss. Prayers for strenth during this difficult time. Love, Vicki Ternberg
December 12, 2011
Dear Shawn and Renee...........you guys are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Luke will always be in our hearts. Rest in Peace Luke. Autry & Denise Parker
Jim & Nancy Pitts
December 12, 2011
Dear Shawn and Renee,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy.
December 12, 2011
Shawn and Renee,
Our prayers are with you. This earth, however beautiful, is not meant to be our home. Just know that Luke has opened his eyes in Heaven.
Bob and Celeste Green
Tammy Bell McEwen
December 12, 2011
Dear Shawn and Renee,
Our thoughts and prayers remain with you. Our hearts grieve with yours and we are here for you. Please know we are here to stand by your side in friendship and support as you need us. Praying for your peace in days to come.
In friendship always,
Eric and Tammy McEwen
Plainfield, IL
December 12, 2011
Dear Shawn and Renee,
Luke touched all of our lives in such a powerful way. He filled our hearts with joy! Your love and devotion to your sweet son has been an inspiration to many. Peace and comfort to you and your family. With much love,
Virginia Shawron
December 12, 2011
"Shawn and Renee---Deepest sympathies on the loss of your son. Rest in peace Luke. Hank and Pam Brown (Memphis, TN)
Hank Brown III
December 12, 2011
"Shawn and Renee---Deepest sympathies on the loss of your son. Rest in peace Luke. Hank and Pam Brown (Memphis, TN)
Mishia Shaw Thomas
December 12, 2011
Shawn and Renee,
Heaven has gained another angel. Wishing you comfort and peace.
Pamela
December 12, 2011
We wish to offer our condolences on the loss of your young son . May your faith and the prayers of many offer your family some comfort at this difficult time Matthew 11;28-30
Alexandrea & Sharon Hancock
December 12, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ileana Leyva
December 12, 2011
Dear Shawn and Renee
You are both in my thoughts and prayers, what a privilege to have been able to care for Luke and witness the tremendous love and selflessness you both demonstrated in the most difficult of times, Dr Leyva
December 11, 2011
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Welch, I am so sorry to hear about your loss! Luke was a special boy and will be missed by all of us here in Naperville District 203. His smile brightened the days of many! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Sally Johnson
Amy Payton
December 11, 2011
Luke, I will never forget your beautiful smile and the way you laughed when you heard Rusty trotting toward you. I will certainly miss our Monday afternoons together. We know you are running, jumping, laughing and playing up there in heaven with your big brother, but we'll desperately miss you here. Love and prayers to you & your family. Miss Amy
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