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Theresa & Jim Morgan
March 22, 2007
Rich, Ruth & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy.
Sheryl Englebrecht
March 19, 2007
Dear Ruth, Rich, and Sarah,
I am sorry I could not be at the services. I want you to know I am thinking of you at this time, and that you have my deepest sympathy. Sheryl Englebrecht
Mary Newmes/ Carey
March 18, 2007
We were very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Your family is in our prayers.
Harry, & Pat Untiedt
March 18, 2007
Rich, Ruth & Sarah
You have our sympathy at this time and our prayers are with all of you.
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Jen Molenda
March 17, 2007
Rich, Ruth, and Sarah,
You raised a wonderful son and our family is grateful to have known him. He will always be remembered and cherished. May God guide you and hold you at this difficult time. I also wanted to commend you on one of the most beautiful services I have every witnessed and I admire your dignity thru such a tough time. I am grateful as a parent that my children, Anna & Tom Molenda, were graced by your son and brother. He has given them a friendship they will never forget. My prayers are with you.
Ken, Lynda, Jennifer & Bryan Fotos
March 16, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord give you and your family strength and comfort to help you through this difficult time and in the future.
Laurie, Peter, Jenny & Jon Styrcula
March 16, 2007
Rich, Ruth Ann & Sarah
We heard so many wonderful stories about your son and brother last night at the wake. What a fine job your did to raise him. We send our prayers for strength and confort.
Mike Sheets
March 16, 2007
I had the pleasure of being Tom's summer league baseball coach last year. He had the right mix of fun and hard work. He and his family are in our prayers.
Marge Bousson
March 15, 2007
Dear Ruth Ann and family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. My thoughts are with you.
Mimi O'Donnell
March 15, 2007
Dear Kathy,
I just do not have the words to express my sorry at the lost of your son. This is a mother's worst nightmare, and my heart is aching that you must have to experience this. If there is anything that you need, even if just a shoulder to cry on, I will be there for you.
My deepest sorrow,
Mimi
Sandra Tamez
March 15, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
God bless you.
Lynnette (Desiree's Aunt)
March 15, 2007
When I was young I lost a close friend and my sister wrote this for me. I am now dedicating it for all friends and loved ones.
" I just lost a good friend, Our friendship still won't end, It maybe a different kind of friendship, But I know he will be always with me , Now until eternity"
March 15, 2007
To the family and friends of Tom Artz,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time in our human lives.
For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him-1 Thessalonians 4-14
Sincerely,
The Pett Family
(Ron-Deb-Amanda-Ashley & Austin)
Janet Lowe
March 15, 2007
We can't find the right words to express our sorrow for you and your family. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers. The Lowe family
Pat Jackson
March 15, 2007
Rich, RuthAnn, Sarah,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
May God's comfort and peace be everlasting.
Doug, Gerise,Desiree and Denise Bergdahl
March 14, 2007
Dear Rich,Ruth and Sarah,
We are deeply saddend by the loss of your dear son and brother. Tom was very special to us, still is and always will be! Our thoughts and prayers are with you daily.
Donna & Terry Dufur
March 14, 2007
We are so sorry for the loss of your son. We will keep you all in our hearts and prayers.
George Schenfeld Family
March 14, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. May your happy memories bring you comfort.
Ruth & Rick Link
March 14, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ruth & Rick Link
March 14, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Doug, Sue & Stacey Dietrich
March 14, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tommy was a wonderful son and brother. Everyone that knew him will miss him greatly.
Cecilia Garlits
March 14, 2007
Dear Ruth Ann and Family,
You and your family are in my prayers. Tom was a lucky young man to have a great family as yours. Although the wait will be difficult, you all will be joyfully reunited one day. Love, Cecilia.
Christine, Bill, Nicholas Buchner
March 14, 2007
We are so very sorry for the loss of your precious son, and loving brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Buchner Family.
Suquanda Dixon
March 14, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with the family as you grieve. Know that God will supply comfort and strength during this time. Your family will be included in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Lynn Williams
March 14, 2007
Ruth: My heart aches for you.Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time.
Carol Lynn Williams
Emily Arnould
March 14, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Roger and Emily Arnould
Irene Smielewski
March 14, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of your son and brother. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Kathy Sandoval
March 14, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family members of Thomas. God bless Thomas and may he rest in peace.
The Godonis Family
March 14, 2007
You are in our prayers and thoughts . . .
Tony & Jeannie Rygiel & Family
March 14, 2007
Words can not express how we feel but our thoughts and prayers will always be with you.
Michelle Pearson
March 14, 2007
Our heartfelt sympathy to you all. Our prayers and our thoughts will be with you.
The Pearson Family
Debbie McCormick
March 14, 2007
Our heartfelt sorrow on the loss of your beloved son and brother. We are so sorry for your loss. May God be with you.
Debbie, Amanda(May) and Ryan McCormick
Joe, Kristin, & Nick Falasca
March 14, 2007
We're so sorry. Tommy was a great guy and like part of our family. I am so grateful for the time I had with him and will miss him dearly.
Lonnie & Dena Starostovic
March 14, 2007
Our Prayers are with you at this time. No one should ever have to suffer such a loss. (Son & Daughter in law of Virginia Starostovic)
Lou Ramirez
March 14, 2007
RB has lost a family member. Our prayers and sympathy are with the family.
Lois Petska
March 14, 2007
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your son and brother. My prayers are with you. Mrs.Petska (Tom and Sara's former lunchlady at SGS)
Dan & Sandy Buys
March 14, 2007
Thinking of you in time of sorrow, may prayers of friends and loved ones provide you with strenght at this most difficult time.
Steven Saylor
March 14, 2007
Our prayers are with you at this time of loss. May the Lord's peace and blessing be with you and your family.
The Saylor's
Randy Vinyard
March 14, 2007
We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
The Vinyard Family
Carol, Mike and Mike Rygiel
March 14, 2007
We are praying for you in this time of sorrow.
The Haight Family
March 14, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in you time of sorrow. Tom was a good kid with a kind heart. He will be missed.
The Baldwin Family
March 14, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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