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Cheri Davis
February 6, 2021
Just saw a photo this week shared from Jenny. It was so unbelievable how your were yourself talking by your bedside the. 2 days latter gone. You lived your life well. You had many friends. I enjoyed seeing photos your were alive and smiling and you still do in our hearts today. Miss you
Lance Gunderson
February 21, 2005
Hi. It is great to see how many friends Tory II had. He was a good person who met his maker much too soon. Over the years I enjoyed visiting,dining and talking with him and Tory I. He was a great nephew who is missed by all that knew him. LSU's cheering section is a bit quieter too. Sincerely, Uncle Lance
Virginia "Jenny" Bruce (Tory's Mom)
December 7, 2004
When someone so loved is gone from the circle,
A time like this can tug at the heart. I love you and miss you so much Tory, Happy Birthday My Son.
Love You Tory -- Your Mom
Celeste
December 6, 2004
Even though you are not here on earth, i know that you are looking down on us all. Just was thinking of you on your birthday yesterday. Love You!
Celeste
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Tricia Mathews
November 19, 2004
Tory,
life around the house is very difficult now that you're not around. i find it really hard to be myself. im getting a dog for christmas. its a min-pin. and my mom is getting a boxer, again!. and well i thought that you might want to no this... i rote a poem about u. and i will post it later. i think about u everyday. i went to a concert last nite. it was really fun. i wish u could have went. but oh well. not every wish comes true, but in a way, u were there. u were there in my heart. and i will always keep you there. well i got to go. the bell for 7th hour is about to ring...
~luv always...~
Your "P"
Rachel Christ
September 8, 2004
Dearest Virginia - It is no wonder that you are his mother and he is your son! I see from reading all of the entries in this guest book and from having attended the services, how many, many, loving friends Tory had - WOW!! Indeed, just like his mom! Please know that my prayers and love will be with you always. May God continue to watch over you. Rachel
Lynn Anderson
August 24, 2004
Tory, I miss you bunches. You are a great man. I'm gonna miss our heart to heart talks. You always give me a smile on my face. I have that smile to get me through the tough times forever. Save a place for me in heaven. Love you forever TT. Thoughts are with your family.
Beverly Barnwell
July 16, 2004
Tory, I ran across a picture of you yesterday that I carried in my wallet. You had to be in your twenties, so handsome and tall.
Your mom and I and you have been friends for a lot of years and I always thought of you as another son.
I will miss you, your smile and your presence and you will always be in my heart.
Celeste Hampton
July 15, 2004
Ginny & Dr. Gunderson
Words cannot express the sorrow i have for both of you. But i want to thank both of you for Tory. The two years that he was in my life was wonderful, we had many of great times and alot of laughter. Tory i will miss you forever, even though we went our separate ways, we always did keep in touch and i knew that i had a shoulder to lean on anytime. I am so thankful to god that i ran into you at the hospital, that was our farewll, but never goodbye you will forever be in my heart. Love You!
KAREN WATSON
July 14, 2004
Tory,
Your Grandpuppies were born very early Monday morning; all eight of them. I know you would be very proud. One of them is black like Trevor except for some white spots.I learned a valuable lesson about this "puppy" incident. I learned that life is way to short to not tell someone how you feel about them. I just knew I would see you again because of those puppies. I was very wrong. I didn't get to tell you how special you are to me.
Anyway if you want one of these puppies you are going to have to wait another month. I still love you very much and miss you. Swade (my daughter) was very sad when she found out she would not get to see on earth again. I will see you one day.
All my love,
Karen Watson
Bubba Rockhold
July 12, 2004
Tory and Ginny. I was so sorry to hear of Tory's passing. I hope you will find comfort in knowing that you have friends that really care about you--vaya con Dios Amigos
Colleen Davis
July 9, 2004
You all are in our prayers. I cannot imagine losing my son. However, God knows what it's like to lose His Son, and I pray that you sense His loving arms of comfort surround you right now.
God allows things to happen in our lives, so that we will look to Him for strength and comfort, thus allowing Him to meet us in the most personal of ways and be strengthened. I pray that for you - that you are turning to him in honesty with your hurts, fears, void and loneliness. Remember that He above all knows the ache of losing the son we treasure. Who can identify any better than your Heavenly Father - by giving His Son, Jesus Christ, who gives us eternal hope? Whose loving arms are any bigger than His? That is comforting to me and I hope it is to you as well.
Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Love you all.
Tanya Forbes
July 2, 2004
Tory,
I miss you very much, you were always there for me when I needed an ear to chew. I am blessed for knowing you. I feel a great sadness for your family, but I know that you are in a place with no pain and only happiness. I am sure paw paw has already showed you the ropes and as usual you are probably already looking for ways to break them. Rest at peace Tory you will never be forgotten. Your cousin, Tanya Forbes.
Mitchell Noland
July 1, 2004
Our deepest sympathy goes out to my Aunt Virginia, Dr. Gunderson, and the rest of Tory’ folks.
Mitchell Noland and Curtis Jackson, Jr.
Virginia (Ginny) Smith Bruce
July 1, 2004
My SON -- WOW how I Miss YOU, but I know you are now with GOD and suffer no more. The void in my life can never be filled.
Thanks to all of you that have signed Tory's Guest Book I appreciate all the wonderful comments, it is nice to know he was loved so much by others.
Toni Butcher-Pirello
June 27, 2004
I felt I didn't say enough, I want to tell the family my prayers are with you because I have a son, also I want to tell Tory that I was glad he was there for me through tough times in my life and always smiling, he loved life! He will be missed by all! I wish I could have talked with him in the last few months! God Bless! I enjoyed one of the LSU game with you years ago!
Susan (Griffin) Reid
June 23, 2004
Dear Tory,
You will always have a special place in my heart and memories. I know you remember our inside joke - Mr. George Dickle! That's the first thing we would say to each other, even if it had been 6 years or so since we had seen each other. I will never forget what a special friend you were to me and especially to my brother Brad. You will be greatly missed Tory.
Tabby Barlow
June 17, 2004
Tory,
Drew and I will miss you more than I could ever express. I want to thank you for coming back into Heidi's life and loving her and the kids. She is my best friend and you were becoming one too! I just want you to know that me and Drew will take care of your family now. We love you and will miss you. And you'll always be my "HD". Tab
Doris Melancon
June 17, 2004
To the parents of Tory Gunderson. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. I live on the same road in Prairieville as Tory did. When he passed down the road he always waved with a smille on his face.
Michelle Griffin
June 17, 2004
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. ~From a headstone in Ireland
You've left a lot of aching hearts and a lot of memories, "Hand."
"Bad Brad" and I will miss you!
Brad@Michelle Griffin
June 17, 2004
Tory, I will miss all the good times we used to have partyin up at the downs.I feel as if I lost a brother.I will miss you dearly but you will always be in my heart @ mind. Good bye old friend.
Jim and Helen Carruth
June 16, 2004
My medical staff and I will never forget the smile,personality and warmth on the face of a youngman named Tory.God keep him close and be with his family and friends always.
Silvia Martin
June 16, 2004
Tory,
Know that you will always be in our hearts forever. Our Prayers go out to your family and all of our friends. HiHo, you are the wings beneath Tory's wings and forever and ever you will be. I love you.. Silvia and Tim
Sydney Anne Gunderson
June 16, 2004
Tory: I am very sad as i have learned about the passing of Tory II. Bradley remembers the fun y'all had skiing in Colorado and he too is deeply saddened. May the happy times and joy he gave you put a smile on your face during your difficult times. Our love and prayers go with you. Love Sydney Anne and Bradley Gunderson
Marcel Bourgeois
June 16, 2004
Dr. Gunderson,
We would like to express our deepest sympathy for you and your family at this time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Billy & Natalie Tholborn
June 16, 2004
We will never forget that smile, the warm greeting or the way you loved those Tigers.
To Tory's loved ones: May God bless you in your time of sorrow.
Billy & Natalie Tholborn
June 15, 2004
We will always remember that smile, the warm greeting and the way you loved those Tigers.
To Tory's loved ones: God bless you
in your time of sorrow.
Paula Tramel
June 15, 2004
Dr. Gunderson & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Tony and Paula Tramel
Charlene Parker
June 15, 2004
Tory,
I'm so sorry I can't be there now, but know you can hear me and just want you to know I love you and thank you for giving me one great grandaughter and for making Heidi and the kids so happy. They all love you a whole lot.
You'll be in our hearts for ever.
Charlene
Sue Hineman
June 15, 2004
Tory, Wanda and Ginny,
Gil and I do not have words to express our sympathy. We knew him as "Little Tory". It is hard to believe that so much time has passed. We are heartbroken to hear the news and we know how much he will be missed.
We love you guys,
Gil and Sue
Hineman
LISA DAVIS
June 15, 2004
Tory,
I am so happy to have spent the last 3-1/2 years with you. We had so much fun together. I'll never forget you always calling out for me....Where you at "MACK" ? You were so funny and so much fun to be around. I'll always remember the special way you talked to me and held me. I know Trevor (our puppy) will miss you. Our memories will live with me, in my heart forever and so will you. You were also a great friend, always by my side.
We Love You and will miss you Forever !!!!!
Love, Lisa (Mack) and Trevor
Missy Nickel
June 15, 2004
Brooke and I are praying for you during this very difficult time.
Missy Nickel
Kathy Duda
June 15, 2004
Tory,
I'll see you this afternoon, but I believe you can hear me now, and I just want you to know that you have always had a special place in my heart. I'll remember you with many laughs and a few tears but always with a warm heart. We'll be friends forever, but I'll miss you for now.
Kathy Duda
Laura Duda
June 15, 2004
Tory,
I'm sorry I can't be there personally to say my final fairwell but know you're in my heart, on my mind, and in my prayers. I'll forever remember you with a smile on my face and bouree' change in my pocket. Rest in peace, my friend.
Laura Duda
Toni Pirello
June 15, 2004
He was a dear friend and will be missed.
Richard (Dicky) Mathews
June 15, 2004
Although I'd only met Tory a couple of times, I felt as if I'd known him for years. He was one of the finest gentlemen I've ever met. He will be sorely missed by our entire family.
Dean Dugas
June 15, 2004
Our Prayers are with you and your
famlily Dr Gundi.
Dean and Jackie.
Charlene Parker
June 15, 2004
Charlene Parker
Kim Weiner
June 15, 2004
I will always remember our fun times together. You were a wonderful friend to me. May you rest in peace in God's love for you.
Tom Jenkins
June 15, 2004
He was my friend and I'll miss him dearly Love Tom
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