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Shay Troxell
July 31, 2007
Sharon, family
God Bless you and your family.
Shay
ERIN HENDERSON
July 31, 2007
MARK...I CANT BELIEVE IT HAS BEEN A YEAR ALREADY SINCE U HAVE BEEN GONE...WE ALL MISS YOU MORE AND MORE AS THE DAYS GO ON...I HOPE YOUR UP THERE LOOKING DOWN ON ALL OF US...U WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS...UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN RIP...LUV YA ALWAYS AND FOREVER...ERIN HENDERSON
Sally Pegausch
July 30, 2007
Mark,
This year flew by so fast!!! I can't believe it has been a year already, a year ago that you were taken from our Family and your Friends. Life will never be the same without you.
I think about you all the time and miss you very much!!!!
I picture your beautiful smile and giggle and it brings a smile to my face:)
You will not be forgotten!!!
Mark J. Bandemer:
Loved by Many
Will be in our Hearts Forever!!
Will be Remembered Forever!!!
~Until we meet Again~
"Remember the Smile"
LOvE YoU!!!!! Sally XOXOXOXO
Katie Madison
July 29, 2007
I can't believe it's already been a year. Not a day goes by where I don't think of Mark! I miss him dearly and know that he's looking down on us every single day! Until we meet again, I will remember all of the good times we had together! He was a great friend and an awesome person!! I love & miss you Mark!
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Michelle Wagner
July 27, 2007
Sharon, Colleen, and Family
It has been one year since Mark
has been gone and I know it is not easy but may the memories and thoughts of him comfort you on this tragic day. Remember his smile and his laugh, and how he made the room light up. He was a very dear friend of mine and I miss him greatly, not a day goes by that I don't think about him. I will remember and cherish all the times we had together my thoughts and prayers are with you on this day of memoriam! We all love and miss you Mark, watch over us!
Love, Michelle
Mike & Faith Mulheron
July 27, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sally Pegausch
September 3, 2006
Mark,
I miss your smile and your laughter. Say Hello to Keith, Cocoa, Grama, Grandpa, Aunt Gen and the rest of our family.
"You are gone, but not forgotten, nor will you ever be." Love, Sally
:) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
steven hickey
August 14, 2006
Mark i know this isn't good bye i know we'll meet again may ronnie jimmy and david take care of you looking over are shoulders. i love you and will miss all the memories we shared together. Sorry collen n aunt sharen. We Will All Meet again. til then il be missing you.
every night i pray for you guys your loving cousing
Denise Allen
August 8, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories of Mark bring you comfort in this time of sorrow.
Mrs. M. Piegari Santa Lucia School
August 6, 2006
My condolences to your family at this time. I remember Mark's smile and humor when he was in my third grade class. He brought a special "spirit" into this world. May that same spirit shine within you always. May our Lord hold you close in your sorrow.
August 6, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Erin Bruen
August 5, 2006
My deepest condolences to Sharron, Colleen and your family. As I reflect on my memories with Mark I remember his great sense of humor and always making every situation a great time, he was a great guy to know!!! May he live on forever in our hearts.
Dave Madison
August 4, 2006
Sharon & Colleen, I'm so sorry for your loss. Mark was a great guy and one of my good friends. I will miss him dearly. Know that he is looking down on us and smiling.
Katrina Pirelli
August 4, 2006
Mark will be missed by so many. He had such a great smile. May that be the memory you forever hold. Mark, we love and miss you.
Katrina & Gene
Erin Henderson
August 4, 2006
Sharon & Colleen...i dont even know what i can say to a tragedy like this...i cant even believe this happened..Mark was an awesome guy and he is always gonna be in my heart, him and Keith are watching over you guys and your whole family the both of you guys are in my prayers if you guys ever need anything dont hesitate to call you guys know that i am here for you guys...i love you guys so much...once again i am so sorry for your loss...love Erin & Hailey
Shay Troxell
August 4, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Thomas Coates &Nicole Regovic
August 4, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
KELLY & JOHN BAKER
August 4, 2006
SHARON,
JOHN AND I WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND OUR SYMPATHAY. SORRY WE COULDN'T BE THERE SINCE JOHN'S MOM PASSED AWAY ON MONDAY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
KELLY & JOHN BAKER
cindy Garcia
August 3, 2006
Sharon,
My sympathies go out to you and your family. I went to school with Keith and remember how painful that was for all of us and know that Mark is with Keith and big brother will take care of him.
God Bless You.
Shirley Cain
August 3, 2006
Sharon and Colleen,
Please know my prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mark, Pam, Lauren, and Mark Bandemer
August 3, 2006
Sharon,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
August 3, 2006
what a great guy he was, he will be missd, they said only the good die young! may he rest in peace.now you and your family have two angels on your side.
August 3, 2006
May he rest in peace
Jaime Slattery Katlyn Kappel
August 3, 2006
Sharon/Colleen,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. Keith look after Mark & Mark please watch over us. We are sorry for your loss.
James Hickey (Deates)
August 3, 2006
Mark you will never be forgoten. rest in peace brother. My heart goes out to your family.
Jimmy (Deates) Hickey
Junior @ Marcia Ruiz
August 2, 2006
Sharon and family,
We are sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers, Our deepest sympothy.
Barbara Root
August 2, 2006
Dear Sharon and Family I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Barbara from bingo.
MR. AND MRS. MICHAEL CHRISTOPHERSEN AND FAMILY
August 2, 2006
MANY ARE CALLED, FEW ARE CHOSEN!
WE MAY NOT KNOW WHY, BUT FOR SOME REASON BEYOND OUR CONTROL GOD HAS CHOSEN YOUR SONS TO SIT BESIDE HIM. YOUR FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
MARK WAS A GUEST IN OUR HOME MANY TIMES. I CAN'T REMEMBER ONE OF THEM WITHOUT A SMILE ON HIS FACE.
THAT IS THE WAY WE WILL REMEMBER HIM BEST!
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES,
THE CHRISTOPHERSEN FAMILY
Cathy Feipel Allen
August 2, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda (barrett) Marquez
August 2, 2006
sharon,
i am so sorry for your loss, please know that you are in my prayers. Love Linda Barrett and family.
Betty Jean Coit and Family Coit
August 2, 2006
Sharon, My heart and thoughts are with you and your family.
Margaret (Moriarity) Huber
August 2, 2006
Sharon and Colleen may God watch over both of you through this difficult time. May you at some point in time find peace within yourselves knowing you have 2 wonderful angels watching over you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Holly Bonamer
August 2, 2006
Sharon & Collen,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your son and brother. Words cannot express how you both must feel at this trying time. Remember that Mark will always be in our hearts and our memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
fran runyan john montowski
August 2, 2006
dear colleen and family Johnny and aunt fran would like to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. we have your whole family in our prayers. call if you need anything. stay strong and sweet.
Christine Deppe
August 2, 2006
To Mark;
You are not forgotten, loved one
Nor will you ever be,
As long as life and memory last
We will remember thee.
We miss you now, our hearts
our sore
As time goes by we'll miss you more.
Your loving smile, your
gentle face,
No one can fill your vacant place.
To Sharon and Colleen;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Deppe Family
Jennifer Moralis
August 2, 2006
Our deepest sympathy for your terrible loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this tragic time.
Jen Moralis & Mike Tagler
August 2, 2006
Deepest sympathies to the Bandemer family. To lose your son and older brother is heartbreaking. Always remember Mark was loved and liked by many. He was an outstanding guy and always fun to be around. He will be missed by many and will live forever in our hearts and memories.
Margaret Gach
August 2, 2006
Dear Sharon and Family:
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I can't even imagine how you must feel, I can only say that I will keep you and your family in my prayers! Treasure all the wonderful memories you have with Mark!
Margaret
Toni Ropke
August 2, 2006
Coll,Sharon and family
I am so sorry for your loss,Marc was a funny and happy person,he will be miss and never forgotten
Joe Bandemer
August 2, 2006
Sharon,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
The Campos Family
August 2, 2006
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Salina & Jason Trentz
August 2, 2006
My deepest sympathy goes to the the whole Bandemer family, especially Sharon and Colleen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Angie Cambria
August 2, 2006
I'am extremely sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with your family.Mark will never be forgotten.May your memories bring you comfort.
Mike Vitek and Janet and Shedrick Mossman
August 2, 2006
To the Bandemer Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. As the days and weeks pass, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sharon Janowski
August 2, 2006
To the Bandemer Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Janowski Family
Dana Ligue & Shane Gibson
August 2, 2006
No person is ever truly alone.
Those who live no more,
Whom we loved,
Echo still within our thoughts,
Our words, our hearts.
And what they did
And who they were
Becomes a part of all that we are,
Forever.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jean McManus
August 2, 2006
Sharon and Colleen,
Our Deepest Sympathy for the Loss of Your Son and Brother! Our thoughts and prayers are with Mark's entire family during this tragic time.
Love, Cha, Jean, Mary and Jimmy
The Barnotes Family
August 2, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. Take comfort in your memories and in each other.
Dorothy Callahan & Keith Hayes
August 2, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss. Your Family will be in our thoughts & prayers.
Gerri Thiel (Dowling)
August 2, 2006
To Sharon and the entire Bandemer family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time. As many have mentioned, have faith Mark was reunited with Keith and both will forever be with you.
Melissa Cooper
August 2, 2006
Sharon,
You are in our prayers. Stay strong through this difficult time. Mark will always be remembered and missed.
Rick and Melissa Cooper
Michael LaCalamita
August 2, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Michael LaCalamita
Painter Foreman
Cook County Building
Mike&Faith mulheron
August 2, 2006
To the Bandemer Family,
we are so sorry for your tragic loss,Mark was a great guy and our deepest condolences goes out to the whole family.You will be in our prayers.
Amber & Marty McMullin
August 2, 2006
Sharon & Colleen,
Although words alone may not comfort, we want to express how truly sorry we are for you great loss. Mark will be missed by many. Your family and loved ones are in our prayers.
Jackie Kroulaidis
August 2, 2006
Sharon;
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Jackie (Nativity Bingo)
George & Gail Noonan
August 2, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Michelle Wagner
August 2, 2006
Mark, I will never get over the fact that you are gone. You will be missed dearly by all of us. I love you and will miss you forever.
megan shew
August 2, 2006
colleen sharon & family
i am so sorry for your loss i am always here for you and your family.
Tara Foxgrover
August 2, 2006
May God bless you during this most difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Tara & Danny Foxgrover
Jamie L. Thiel
August 2, 2006
Words cannot express my sincere sympathy to both Colleen & Sharon, along with the entire Bandemer family. Mark was genuinely a great guy, never without a HUGE smile across his face. May your most cherished memories carry you through this difficult time. Love Always...
amanda scordato
August 2, 2006
Sharon,Colleen and Family
I'm so sorry I still can not believe this is going on for yous if you need someone dont hesitate.
Iam here.
Peg & Jim Slattery
August 2, 2006
Dear Sharon and Colleen, No bond is as great as that between a parent and child or a sister and a brother. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. We are so sorry for your loss. No words can ease the hurt. Our prayers are with you and may memories comfort you.
MaryBeth Mendoza
August 1, 2006
Sharon, Colleen, and family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Mark was the sweetest guy in the world and MY favorite dance partner. He was a great friend and he will forever be in my heart. I love you Mark and I miss you terribly.
marybeth frawley
August 1, 2006
sorry about your loss mark was a good person and will be missed very much.god bless you and your family.
Melissa Spagnola
August 1, 2006
Coll,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Mark was a great guy and will be missed.
Josie & Chris Noonan
August 1, 2006
Our hearts both go out to you & your family. We have been friends for many years. Mark was like a son to me & a brother to Chris. And we share your lost and will always be there for you.Love always
Aida Monks
August 1, 2006
Sharon,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your daughter, Colleen, will be in my prayers.
Marybeth Frawley
August 1, 2006
Sorry about your loss my prayers are with you and your family.
Joan Cruz
August 1, 2006
Dearest Sharon and Family,
Mere words could never express how sorry I am to hear of your precious Mark's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and know you and your family have always and will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
Take comfort in eachother during this time of heartbreaking loss. Your beloved Keith was there to take his hand and guide him home.
God Bless and Keep You,
Joan Cruz
Jenni Simental
August 1, 2006
My condolences go out to Sharon, Colleen and the rest of your family. Mark was such a great guy, no one could ever say one bad thing about him. He will be missed by everyone.
Jennifer Marsh (Jenkins)
August 1, 2006
I didn't know Mark but I knew his brother Keith and remember Mark when he was little. Sharon, my heart breaks for you and I hope you know that I am praying for you and your family. It's clear that Mark was very loved and I hope you can find some comfort in that.
Jen Christophersen
August 1, 2006
I am very sorry for you loss Sharon and Colleen. Mark was a great person and friend. I am sure that he is watching over us right now. He will truly be missed. We love you Mark!!
Lisa McFarlane
August 1, 2006
To The Bandemer Family;
Sharon & Family
No words can express how sorry we all are for your loss.
May God be with you and your family at this most difficult time.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless You !
The McFarlane & Baker Families
Chris Sullivan
August 1, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Bandemer family at this difficult time. May God Bless You.
Jennifer Tuider
August 1, 2006
Sharon & Colleen,
My heart goes out to the both of you, and the rest of Mark's family & friends. Your family has experienced what most families don't in a lifetime. Words cannot express the loss of a child. Together you will find the comfort you both need to get through what life has to offer in the future. Tragedy happens in the most mysterious ways so treasure each day like it's the last, and together you will overcome any obstacle. My thoughts are prayers are with you both & your family.
ANN LIVINGSTONE
August 1, 2006
My deepest sympathy goes to the the whole Bandemer family, especially Sharon and Colleen. Mark was one of a kind! Our memories together will live on in my heart forever! "Mahal Kita"-->I love you! "The Reder is Better!"
Considine Family
August 1, 2006
We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Angie & Randy Cobb (Benavidez)
August 1, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss, as you go through this trying time our prayers will be with you.
The McMullin's
August 1, 2006
To Sharon, Colleen, and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Be strong, and know in your hearts that Mark is in a great and peaceful place with his brother Keith.
Love Pam, MaryEllen, Sarah, and Tara
The Thiel's
August 1, 2006
There are no words that could possibly be said at this time to comfort the Bandemer family, especially you, Sharon and Colleen, if there is anything at all that you need, please do not hesitate to ask! Mark was an awesome guy, it isn't fair that he was taken away so suddenly!!! He lit up many people's lives and will be missed so very much.
Kathy Botica
August 1, 2006
Bandemer Family,
Our thought and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Kathy & Marty Botica
Amy Halpin
August 1, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Ellen Steffenhagen
August 1, 2006
Sharon & Colleen
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back,
Maythe sun shine warm upon your face
May the rains fall soft upon your fields
and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Mark, I love you. Until we meet again
Ann & Eddie Ligue
August 1, 2006
To the family and friends of Mark, we are so sorry for your tragic loss. He was such a nice person. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless his soul.
SPUD&PENNY
August 1, 2006
OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE WHOLE BANDEMER FAMILY.OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.
Judy & Jose Garcia
August 1, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Kristin Cooper and family
August 1, 2006
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Maureen Beck
August 1, 2006
Sharon, Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Although I did not know Mark personally, if you are any indication I am sure he was a wonderful person who will be missed by many. Please know that you and the rest of your family, as well as Mark's friends are in my prayers. It is my hope that you will find comfort from your friends and family in the coming days and ultimately find peace within your memories.
JOSEPH GUTIERREZ
August 1, 2006
SORRY FOR THIS LOSS I CANT IMAGINE THE FEELING BUT I WILL BE THERE IN SUPPORT OF THESE NEXT FEW DAYS
Donna & Dan Mangan & Family
August 1, 2006
Our condolences to you Sharon and Colleen and the rest of your famiy on the loss of your son and brother. I am sure Keith was at the gate of heaven to welcome Mark with open arms. May he rest in peace.
Chris Callahan
August 1, 2006
I am sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Becky Kappel
August 1, 2006
To Mark's family...I want to offer my prayers and condolences. Mark was a great person and will be truly missed. We will miss you Mark!! Watch over us.
Harry Troche
August 1, 2006
Im sooo sorry for your loss sharon
Adam Cano
August 1, 2006
I send my deepest condolances to marks entire family and friends.
Canaryville will miss you deeply!!
may your soul rest in peace!!!!!!
Chris Callahan
August 1, 2006
Sorry for your loss. May God bless you.
Colleen Garrity
August 1, 2006
I am extremely sorry for your loss! Mark was a great guy and be missed. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers!
Laura Fernbach
August 1, 2006
I am a friend to mark's cousin Katrina and had met Mark and he was a wonderful young man and this is such a heartbreaking loss for his friends and family. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Sherri (Barrett) Johns
August 1, 2006
I offer my condolences, and my heart goes out to each and everyone of you. May the Lord be with you during these difficult days ahead. And know that Keith was there with open arms to welcome Mark into the kingdom of heaven. May he rest in peace. And know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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