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Karen Raymond
February 21, 2024
I will remember that Mark stepped down off that "Train of Life" way too soon.
The Train of Life
By Jean d'Ormesson
At birth, we boarded the train of life and met our parents, and we believed that they would always travel by our side. However, at some station, our parents would step down from the train, leaving us on life's journey alone.
As time goes by, some significant people will board the train: siblings, other children, friends, and even the love of our life.
Many will step down and leave a permanent vacuum. Others will go so unnoticed that we won't realize that they vacated their seats! This train ride has been a mixture of joy, sorrow, fantasy, expectations, hellos, goodbyes, and farewells.
A successful journey consists of having a good relationship with all passengers,
requiring that we give the best of ourselves. The mystery that prevails is that we do not know at which station we ourselves will step down. Thus, we must try to travel along the track of life in the best possible way - loving, forgiving, giving, and sharing.
When the time comes for us to step down and leave our seat empty -
we should leave behind beautiful memories for those who continue to travel on the train of life. Let´s remember to thank our Creator for giving us life to participate in this journey.
I close by thanking you for being one of the passengers on my train!
Hiwet Hadgu and Meresie Ghebremeskel
February 20, 2024
Eric & Veronica,
Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time of mourning for your beloved brother Mark.
May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of your loved one rest in peace.
Your friend Meresie & Hiwet!
Gary Raymond
February 19, 2024
We had a few wild times, Mark.
Gary Raymond
Julie Gawel
February 19, 2024
Sending love to all the family. Love, Cousin Julie
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Rita Vogelpohl
February 19, 2024
Sending our deepest sympathy to Eric and Veronica and your family. All our love and support during this difficult time. Love Mark and Rita
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