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Stephanie Vickers
March 13, 2009
Tara was a wonderful friend. I will never forget her bright smile, peppy personality, and all of the times she made me laugh when we were workout partners.
My deepest condolences to all of her family.
Janie Herrin
March 9, 2009
Chris, we just found out about your loss, our prayers are with you God bless you Bobby and Janie Herrin
Becky Salter
February 22, 2009
Chris,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Becky Salter
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Greg Gondron
February 19, 2009
Sending you prayers and good thoughts..
is Paul Knoblock originally from Port Arthur, born in '61?
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Lisa (Zarmakoupis) Reinecke
February 18, 2009
Chris, Trace, Sandra, Billy, Tiffany, Paul, Bessie, and other family members - May you all be comforted by your memories of Tara forever and may you feel God's arms around you at this giving strength. My heart is saddened to hear of Tara's passing today. You are all in our prayers today and always.
Lisa, Tim, Rachel, and Matthew
Rou Chandler Hoke
February 18, 2009
You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Birva Sunkureddi
February 18, 2009
My deepest condolences to your family. I will always remember you as smiling and making others laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You will be missed.
Donna Roberts
February 18, 2009
Chris, I am so sad to hear of your loss. May the Lord give you and your Son's comfort, strength and healing. You have a sweet family to help you during this difficult time. My daily prayers will be with you all !!
shehla mahmood
February 18, 2009
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 1998-2009
Tiffany Hornack Maloney
February 18, 2009
I am so saddened by Tara's passing. We just talked in November about yoga, and she was interested in the healing benefits of the practice. I know that her struggle was not easy, but she faced it with such bravery. My heart goes out to her husband, children and family.
Nona Armstrong
February 17, 2009
Billy & Sandra and family, though we never met Tara, we felt we knew her. So sorry we missed the opportunity. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. We will be in touch.
Much love, Nona, Jack Armstrong and Family. San Clemente, CA
Dianne Landry
February 17, 2009
Chirs, In passing I met Tara a couple of times at Dawn and Kasey's home, what a brigt smile is most of what I remember of her. I can relate to the lost of a child as you know I too have lost a daughter. The pain for her parents will always be there and I am sure that it will also be hard for you guys also. Just be thankful for the moments you had with her bad and good, that is what God has planned for us to feel. It is called LOVE. God Bless you and your family.
Dianne Landry (Dawn Johnson's Mom)
Cherissa Adams
February 17, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Tara's passing. We used to play with Tara and Tiffany as kids. We would chase little Tara around and her cute blonde ponytail would bounce as she ran on her tippie toes. She was always so full of life and her laugh was infectious. Thoughts and prayers are with you and may God give you peace beyond understanding at this delicate time.
With deepest sympathy,
Cherissa Adams
Allison Hise Jacobs
February 17, 2009
I am so sorry about Tara. I have known Tara along time and I have many memories of her that I will never forget. I can think of many good times with us growing up on Ridgeland. I think we did a lot of annoying our neighbors on that street. She will be missed very much! Sandra, Bill, Tiffany, and Chris, my thought and prayers are with you.
jonna cook
February 17, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Penny (Knobloch) & Rodney Echard
February 17, 2009
Sandra, Tiffany & Paul,
Rodney and I are so sorry to hear of Tara's illness and passing-though regrettably we lost touch over the years, I remember visting you and playing with Tiffany and Tara when Michael and I were little. Please know you are all in our prayers.
Ashley Blair
February 17, 2009
I am so very sorry about Tara, however I am grateful she is no longer suffering. I have such wonderful, hilarious memories growing up with Tara. We had so much fun! She was truly a beautiful person inside and out and she could always make you laugh. I will never ever forget her. Tiffany, Mrs. Blankenship, you are in my thoughts and I pray for you daily.
BEVERLY FABRE FIGHT
February 17, 2009
BILLY & FAMILY
I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
SINCERELY,
BEVERLY FABRE SONNIER FIGHT
Denise Domingue
February 17, 2009
Chris,
We are so sorry to hear of your wife's passing. You and your sons are in our prayers and we will be thinking about you.
Denise Domingue, Ronnie Hollier & family, Lori Ortiz & family and Jennifer Cardenas & family
Jill Coussou Buja
February 17, 2009
I am so sad to hear this news. I have many sweet memories of Tara. Our grandparents were such good friends and many of my fond childhood memories include Tara and Tiffany. My sister Jaime and I really looked up to both of them. May God be your strength and refuge during this very difficult time.
Susan Philp Ormand
February 17, 2009
I have such happy memories of Tara and her sweet family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers
Jeff Marino
February 17, 2009
You guys are in my prayers. Tara was a great friend over the years bringing so much joy to all. The great memories will never be forgotten.
Hadley McClellan
February 17, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Tara's passing. I remember Tara and Tiffany and my sisters, Blair and Megan, all hanging out and having so much fun together when we were little and thinking how fun the Knobloch girls were. I know Tara will be missed by so many and will keep her whole family and friends in my prayers.
Suzette Harper (Trahan)
February 17, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family at this trying time. Just know that God will comfort you and give you strength and understanding. Your Faith in God will help you through the days ahead. I will be praying for God to give your little ones an understanding and comfort as the days go by. If you need anything just let me know.
Jaime Coussou Coffey
February 17, 2009
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Tiffany and Tara were always so sweet to my sister, Jill, and me and we looked up to you both. You all are in my prayers.
Christi W. Guerrini
February 17, 2009
I love you and miss you so much, Tara. You were larger than life and will never be forgotten by the many, many people whose lives you touched. You are, quite simply, unforgettable.
ROSE PAPIZAN
February 17, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
DinahRhea Walters
February 17, 2009
My deepest sympathy to your family. I remember teaching you and your sister at Miss Bonnie's and how good you were. Keep on your toes, Tara.
Chris Desko
February 16, 2009
Paul and Tiffany, our deepest condolences to you and your families. We pray God will provide you strength in these hard times.
The Desko Family
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