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Memories and Condolences
for Megan Helton
Cheryl Sawinski
November 30, 2023
Your beautiful light still shines! You will never be forgotten.
Love you! Cheryl Sawinski
Cheryl Sawinski
November 26, 2010
Your light will burn brightly, forever!
Megan's 19th birthday
Denise Wiatrek
June 24, 2010
December 12, 2009
Megan,
You will never be forgotten.
Cheryl
Denise Wiatrek
June 15, 2009
Happy Birthday Megan! I love & miss you so much! Love, Mom
Denise Wiatrek
December 7, 2008
Dear all:
Our family would like to thank everyone for all of the kind words of sympathy that has been expressed about our dear dauther Megan. It means so much to our family.
Thanks so much,
Denise Wiatrek
Denise Wiatrek
December 5, 2008
Megan,
I can't believe it has been 2 years. I miss you so very much. You amaze me daily! I love you.
Mom
Megan - May 2006
November 26, 2008
Erin Blalock (Gess)
November 23, 2008
You were a beautiful and caring person and you are always in my thoughts. Even though we did not hang out at school much, I always thought of you as a friend. You will always be greatly missed in this world but never forgotten.
October 15, 2008
To Megan's Family:
I love and miss Megan so much. I think of her daily and all of her family so much. Please know you are still all in my prayers. She will never be forgotton.
Denise Wiatrek
February 25, 2008
Megan,
I love you and miss you so very much! I think about you every minute every day. You are missed by so many.
Love you,
Mom
Shawn Donalson
December 5, 2007
It truely does not seem as if a year has passed. I think of Megan constantly. I truely miss her. She was a true friend and an amazing younglady who inspired so many.I greatly miss her but know one day i to will get to admire her beautiful smile and hear her angelic voice once again.
December 5, 2007
I want to start by saying two little verses from the bible. Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for you I lift up my soul. > Psalm 143:8. For none of us lives to himself alone and none of us dies to himself alone. If we live, we live to the lord; and if we die, we die to the lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the lord. Romans 14:7-8. I remember the first time I saw Megan, it was love at first sight! Megan and I were in high school, she was taking a PE class and I was taking a Health class, it all began when I got out of my health class and she was coming out from the gym to her dressing room. I was amazed by her beauty, so I whistled at her and she sord of laughed at me because I didn't know how to whistle. I still laugh about it when I remember! Well after that first day I saw her, I was really bugged by wanting to know her name, well by the next day I figured out by asking her. I mean from the first time we started talking we were unseperable, and two weeks after I had meet her, I asked Megan out to be my girlfriend. My high school year was a blessing to have Megan in my life, I changed for the better after meeting her, lol! Those five years one month and seventeen days of being together were my happiest five years one month and seventeen days ever, and time looked liked it would never take us apart, it was like living in my paradise, Megan was like some what my heaven on earth! Well when we started dating, I didnt know Megan could sing, well I found out the hard way, she never told me she could sing until the day she was going to perform at school, and man was I nervous, on that day I was sweating because I was so nervous! jaja! I didn't want Megan to mess up, well she started singing and man was I so proud of her for that beautiful voice she had, and her gutts to get on that stage, something I know I would of probably never even thought about doing!!! What I loved about Megan alot is that she had one of the most up lifting spirits I had ever meet! She always brought me joy, and I'm sure to her family as well. In anything she did, she always did her best, something that sometimes I need to work on, lol. She was my motivation and disciplinarian that always kept me going for a better me! My love for Megan has not changed a bit and never will!! No matter where life takes me, Megan will always be in my heart!! She was an angel sent from god for a little while just for us, but she is now where she deserves to be, in Heaven! I think she was to good of a person for me or anybody else to deserve such a great company like hers! Megan gave and showed pleanty of love to her community, friends, family and of course me, thats why she is missed by many! It's already been a year and I still miss her alot, I mean alot!!! The day she was taking physically was the worst day of my life, before I really knew the answer it was like I already knew it, I felt half of my soul had left me, but now that time has moved on I really know she is with me every where I go in her heavenly spirit, so she keeps me motivated every day I think about her, I get that heavenly touch by her, or as you have felt the holy spirit around you, thats what i feel when I think about Megan or GOD! I get a running water feeling around my body as Jesus explained how the holy spirit felt, and I know for a fact thats what I feel! I felt that my life was useless with out her, but me knowing that she is still by my side, keeps me going for the next day that I have to face! I use to think when megan was still physically with us that my life could of never been any better, there was nothing that i really cared about changing in my life, besides wanting to marry her! I'm sure one day I'll see her in heaven, and I promise you it will be the happiest day of my life! love forever, Trick. Javier Rodriguez
Shaniqua Caldwell
December 4, 2007
Dear Ms. Wiatrek & Family,
May God be with you today as you reminisce on Megan's life. It's amazing how one person can live through another. I say this because, Last week your daughter Haley arrived late to school and I was the one to write her tardy slip to class. When she told me her name I looked up and could see a bit of Megan in her, it was so astonishing, I had to pause for a minute and smile. I signed the book a year ago because I had the pleasure of working with Megan during the Miss PCHS pagent. May her memories live on through you.
Erica Walker
December 4, 2007
Dear Denise, Haley & family:
It doesn't seem like it's been a year already. I know today will be a hard day for you, so please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. A day doesn't go by that I don't think of and miss Megan. She was such a blessing while here on earth and her sweet influence carries on. I feel honored that I knew such a sweet young woman and I know that I am better off for it.
Love and prayers to you all,
December 3, 2007
We miss you dearly, Megan! We love you and will see you one day. Until then, we know you are watching over us and keeping us safe.
Love,
your fellow classmates
Denise Wiatrek
November 28, 2007
My Dearest Megan,
I can't beleive that it has been almost a year since you have become an angel. Next Tuesday will be a year since that tragic accident that sadden all of our lives. Life is just not the same without you Megan. Our hearts are broken. I miss you more than words could ever say. I am so proud of you and become more proud of you every day.
You have touched so many people and it really warms my heart to know that you are so loved and will continue to be loved and remembered.
Thank you for helping me make it through your first year birthday without you and all of the holidays w/o you. I know you were watching over us Thanksgiving when Javi and his family were there. His sweet nieces and little David brighten up our day. I know you were there with us and we all felt your presence. I know that Christmas is your favorite time of the year and I know you would want your family to be happy and celebrate your life and not be sad. As hard as it is w/o you, your remarkable spirt lives on in all of us that love you so dearly. And I do know that you love little Haley,your Dad, grandparents, Aunt Kay, Javi, and all of your family and dear friends so very much.
Thank you so much for being Haley's Guardian Angel. I know you would be so proud of Haley. Your Godly ways and sweet spirt shows through your little sister. You are part of her and she is part of you. You are her Hero. I know her strength has come from you watching over her. She has become such a strong little girl.
Thank you for letting me know that your sweet spirit is eternal and always present and that you are at peace. Whenever I'm at my lowest in my grief, it never fells that I hear one of your favorite songs, find a letter you wrote, hear kind words of you,receive a card, a comforting phone call from a dear friend, dream sweet dreams of you,find a beautiful picture of you smiling, remember fond memories of you, or just feel you close in my heart. That lets me know for sure that you are watching over me. I miss your physical presence and all of the hopes and dreams that we shared. I do not understand it all, but I do know that one day I will be with you again. I thank God everyday for the wonderful 19 years that I had with you. Thank you for being a wonderful daughter.
I love you and miss you so very much! Love, Mom
I would like to share this speech that Megan wrote about me when I was going through my cancer.
Megan Helton October 25, 2006 Commemorative Speech
"The Bravest Woman I Know”
Have you ever thought about what makes a person brave? Chances are, like most people, you probably have. You may have you own opinion as to what makes a person brave. To me, a brave person is not one who is physically strong and able to hold his/her own with other tough guys, but one who is emotionally strong and is able to keep his/her spirit and faith alive when everything else in their life is crumbling.
Imagine a single mother who is working to support and raise two children. She feels ill but thinks maybe at first, that it could be exhaustion or just stress from her fifteen and seven year old. She notices one day that a small knot has appeared on her neck. After weeks of no change, she visits her family physician who tells her she is just experiencing too much anxiety. Because she is a mother, she has experienced anxiety before, and she convinces the physician to refer her to an Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) Doctor, for a second opinion. At the ENT’s office this woman explains to the doctor of her exhaustion and tells him of the knot on her neck. The doctor informs her that she has a swollen lymph node and does a biopsy. He lets her know that he will call her with the results, but it shouldn’t be anything to worry about. Within three days, the woman is called and told to be in the doctors office immediately. When she arrives, her X-rays and results are scattered all over the operatory. Immediately she knows something is wrong. The doctor turns to her, and tells her, you have cancer. She was extremely surprised, of course, and wanted and explanation. In shock, she turned and asked the doctor why do I have cancer, and how come? How do I know, you might ask, and why am I telling you this? Well, this “woman” is my mother, Denise Wiatrek, and I was there for the results and diagnosis of a malignant tumor in my mothers parotid gland (a salivary gland close to the cheek). We were told that she had had the tumor for at least ten years, because of the size, although it had never shown up in any previous x-rays or tests.
With all of this information my mother was humbled. All of her hopes and dreams where put on hold and for a moment she felt lost. I could only imagine how I would react to information that could change my life. I couldn’t have been as brave as her, I couldn’t have pretended as if every day was normal, but she did. If I need be honest I never saw her cry until the day of her surgery, my sixteenth birthday. That day we sat and were told the possible complications and what her expected outcome was. She looked at me and told me teary eyed, “I love you.” I knew she did, and she didn’t need to say it, because that day she gave me the best present ever she made it through her surgery. Of course she had the expected paralysis, and the loss of hundreds of lymph nodes, but she made it and recovered well with six weeks of radiation and physical therapy.
The bravest person I know just happens to be the person who gave me life and taught me to love unconditionally and not to take things for granted because they might not be here tomorrow. Even though her experience with cancer is over now, she still amazes me daily with her miraculous spirit that never gives up, this is why I commemorate my mother.
Kayci Alligood
September 18, 2007
Family and extended family:
It has almost been a year since the tragic moment happened. It is still so very hard to believe. I think of Ms Megan everyday. She has changed the way I look at life and the way I deal with life forever. It is weird how such a great girl had to leave so soon, but I know the Lord had a better plan for her. I sit back and think about all the softball games we played together, all the long rides on the bus to football games (talking about boyfriends...Javi) how she was such a perfectionist (one of the very reasons why we got along OH SO WELL!) I pray for you all everyday in dealing with such a great loss. She was a great friend and she will be missed!
Your Byron Community Friends
March 27, 2007
To Denise, Haley & all of Megan's Family & Javi:
We all love you and & pray for your family each day. We see the pain that you and your family have in your eyes and we all know how much you love & miss Megan. We see the love that is still being poured out to Megan.
Please find peace in knowing that Megan was a wonderful & beautiful girl. She was a star to so many in our community. She was always smiling, singing, and she was the most giving person we know. Some people would come to church just to hear her sing. She is very much missed at Byron Pizza and everyone misses her beautiful voice. She will be missed at the upcoming Cancer Relays and she was always supporting you Denise by being there for you. Everyone will miss her singing at the Relays for Life. She helped out so many by translating in Spanish. Megan always brighten up any room she entered. She put a smile on your face just to be around her. Please know that your whole community loves you and your family and we love & miss Megan too! We'll continue to keep your family in our prayers.
Just remember that you have your very own guardian angel looking over you & your family. Megan will always be loved, remembered, and never forgotten!
KAY HELTON
February 15, 2007
It has been only a little over two months since that cold night in December,but to me it seems like a lifetime since I have heard that
angelic voice or have seen that beautiful smile that would always brighten up my whole day,or that weekly phone call while driving home
to tell me how her week was going or how excited she was about a procedure that she had done at work at Dr.Ross's office. These are just a few of the things I miss about Megan. The thing I miss the most is her sweet soul. The way when see walked into a room everything seem brighter, or the way see made everyone at ease,because she never meet a stranger. She always wanted to make everyone happy always putting herself second. That does not mean that she would not stand up for herself. If she felt strongly about something or she knew she was right she would stand up to anyone to prove her point. She was becoming a strong independent young woman ,who was going to make a big difference in this world.
I have always been very proud of Meagn,but after seeing the out pour of affection and after reading this fourteen pages,or almost everyday having someone tell me how see touched their life. My pride in her grows more & more and if it is possible my love for her grows everyday.
I know God had a plan for her that I may never understand,
but I know that I will see her again
one day and I have the last words that she said to me that night to hold onto until then." I LOVE YOU AUNT KAY SEE YOU SOON."
Stewart & Elaine Earnest
January 30, 2007
Denise & Ted: I have just finished reading all 14 pages of the condolences expressed by many to you on behalf of Megan. When I read them it makes me know more than ever that your loss and our loss are more parallel than meets te eye. Megan was respected and admired by all and she had a talent and used it for God. Our Matt was very much like Megan with untold friends.
I am sorry for your loss and as you know Elaine and I are qualified to say "We know how you feel" because 17 months ago we lost our 19 year old son. As tragic as all of this is I am glad to have the opportunity to get to know you all through The Compassionate Friends and we look forward to helping each other through this journey. Remember, We Need Not Walk Alone.
We love you all and pray for you and the entire family of Megan.
Stewart & Elaine
April O'Connor
January 26, 2007
Megan was a very sweet and beautiful person. I will always remember her kindness.
Vanessa Maldonado
January 23, 2007
Megan was a wonderful girl that was smiling no matter what! Now she gets to smile and sing to God. Just remember that she is looking over all her family and that one day all of yu will be able to see her again. I am very sorry for your loss. Siempre estaras en nuestros corazones, Margarita.
Haley Helton
January 4, 2007
Sissy I love u and miss u a lot
love your sis Haley
January 2, 2007
We love you and miss you, Megan. We'll see you again one day!
PCHS
Class of 2005
December 31, 2006
she was an angel in disguise
Gene and Gina Howell
December 26, 2006
We did not know Megan personally but we also lost a daughter on December 4th, 1996 in a car accident.God said He would never leave us or forsake us and we can attest that as time goes by, the pain will get more bearable.I imagine that Megan and our daughter Stephanie have already met in Heaven. As I read the tribute to your daughter, she sounded a lot like ours.
Cheryl Justice
December 12, 2006
Frances, Shirley, and everyone else! I was so very heartbroken to hear about Megan!! Frances, I will never forget how you always seemed to have 2 little shadows everywhere you went on your days off. I know Haley will miss her big sister terribly. Know that I love you all dearly and wish that there was something more that I could do to ease your hurt. We will all be praying for you, especially through the holidays.
Love you VERY much!!
Tunisha Clark
December 12, 2006
Dear Mrs.Denise and Family,
Megan was such a wonderful, sweet, beautiful, and talented young lady. I have been Megan's friend since freshman year in high school and it was a joy to become friends with her. Megan was such a friendly person and had the voice of an angel. I was devastated when I learned about her passing away and I could not believe that she was gone. I am blessed that I had a chance to become friends with Megan, and I will always remember her and her Godly character. Megan is the first person that we have lost from the class of 2005 and it just doesn't seem the same since she has passed away. Megan will truly be forever missed and loved. GOD is protecting her now and she has become an angel for all of us. She is at home singing with the other angels now. We will be home rejoicing with GOD and Megan one day. I pray that GOD will bring you comfort and strength for this Christmas and the years ahead. Mrs. Denise and Family, you all will forever be in my prayers! Know that GOD is in control and that he loves you!!!
Donna Plumstead
December 12, 2006
Dear Denise & Family,
My heart just broke when Ashley called and told me about Megan's untimely death. She was such a special young lady, and I will always remember her beautiful smile and angelic voice. Ashley and I laughed and cried as we reminisced about our memories of her after the funeral. When they were in middle school Megan would walk a trail through the woods to our house in San-Ro-Kel from her Grandma's house on Moseley Road after school. Arianna Buchhammer lived 2 doors down from us and the 3 of them use to giggle and laugh and come up with all sorts of silly dances and costumes. Arianna was upset that she couldn't make it back home in time for the funeral when Ashley called her about the sad knews. Megan will always be with us in our hearts, and I pray that the Lord's comforting arms are around you during this time of grieving. She is now singing in heaven with God's angels as she looks down on us and smiles for all the love she so graciously shared!!!
With Deepest Sympathy,
Kendall Miller
December 10, 2006
Megan,
My freshman year when we had flags/ golden girl class together you were the sweetest girl! I will never forget your smile and how you always treated people so great... I don't know really what to say cause I know nothing that I say will bring you back. Its just so hard to deal with the fact that you are gone so early in life! I will never forget your smile and babe you sang like an angel I loved goin to Byron Pizza and listening to you sing! you are in Heaven now and you I know are watching down on all of us... I have your family and Javier in my prayers! Rest in Peace Babe...
Brandy (Eckert) Bollen
December 9, 2006
To Megan's Family and Friends,
My name is Brandy Bollen, formerly Brandy Eckert. I am so saddened to hear of this tragedy. I was Megan's chorus teacher and voice coach at PCHS. I have read over many entries that speak of Megan's wonderful talent and love of singing, and it's all so true. Her whole spirit would light up as she sang. She conquered difficult arias with such beauty and made it seem so easy. Megan was the kind of student every music teacher dreams about. But to me, Megan was more than just a student. I was very fortunate to get to know Megan on a more personal level, spending a lot of time with her in our lessons and in training for the Miss PCHS pageants (I directed the pageants the years Megan competed). She was a young lady who never spoke an unkind word to anybody. She was a friend to all at school - regardless of what "group" they might have belonged to. She loved life, and she loved the Lord. I am comforted knowing that she is now singing in the Angel Choir, and one day I will be able to sing with her again. What a truly remarkable young woman.
My deepest and most sincere sympathy for your loss.
Nikki Harris
December 9, 2006
Wow i dont even know where to begin...i was in a state of shock and disbelief when i got the phone call just minutes after the accident
Megan had a great future ahead of her and was an amazing girl. She was a great singer and dancer. She was very intelligent. Megan could even speak spanish fluently which is a very difficult thing if you ask me. She was strong in her faith. I cant name to you not one person that did not like Megan, everyone loved her. She had a million dollar smile that if you saw there was no doubt you would smile just seeing it. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten and will always be in my heart. There are many lives that Megan touched. She is my hero. I love you Megan rest in peace and i miss you so much.
my thoughts and prayers are with the family and the friends.
Valerie Gainey
December 8, 2006
Dear Haley,
I'm so sorry about your sister. Even though I didn't know Megan, I'm still very, very sad. I hope you're back in school soon. We miss you!!! My mom says big hugs to you and try to be strong.
Love,
Valerie Gainey and her Family
Sam Walker
December 8, 2006
Megan's family,
I was so stunned to hear that Megan was the one in the accident that Monday night. I was stuck in traffic for a while and only after I passed by did I find out that Megan was involved. I had the privilege to know Megan for many years, I went to school with Megan at PCHS, and through those years at high school I saw her grow in faith as well as growing from a girl to a young woman. Megan was a wonderful young woman. No amount of words can describe her personality. Everytime that I saw her, she always had this wonderful & beautiful smile on her face. I don't think that she ever met a stranger, everyone that she ever knew, she made them feel loved.
I never will forget the last time I saw her. She was at Buffalo's doing what she does best, singing. Her voice would raise the hair on the back of your neck, it was that powerful. Such a powerful voice that will always be remembered.
To Megan's mom, dad, and sister...Megan is in Heaven, singing with God's angels. Just know that you raised a wonderful daughter. And take joy in that, knowing that your daughter is with the Lord, the one that created her and made her so very special. So now it is time for Megan to rest, to rest in the Lord's arms for all eternity singing his praises. So rest in peace Megan, you are dearly loved and will be greaty missed.
Carla Bradner
December 8, 2006
My name is Carla Bradner and I was in one of her classes. I wanted to say that I am very sorry for your loss and that she brought a smile to everyone's face. She had a great future of head of her and I know you all would have been as proud of her as she was of her family. Again I am sorry for your loss and I will keep you all in my prayers.
Clarence & Carrie Riley
December 8, 2006
Billy:
I will keep you and your family are in my prayers. May God wrap his loving arms around you and your entire family. God's Peace to you.
Ginger Hawkins
December 8, 2006
Billy...My heart breaks for you; but also finds comfort that you have Susan at this time of your loss. My love, thoughts, and prayers are with you both.
Amber Davies
December 7, 2006
To the Helton Family,
May God bless you during this difficult time. My heart aches for your loss of "Sweet Megan". I can not imagine how you must feel. Hold on to your precious memories and be thankful for them. You will see her again one day and what a happy day that will be. God Bless each of you ~
Love,
Amber (Patterson) Davies
Valerie Tribble
December 7, 2006
Denise, Haley and family, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. As I read some of the notes that people have sent you, I don't know if I have anything different to say. As you can tell she brought so much joy and happiness to so many that knew her. She will always be remembered by me as an adorable sweet teenager that loved life and always wanted to help those in need. YOU have lost a loved one but GOD has gained a beautiful Angel. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Haley, Wesley was saddened as well of your loss of a "Big" sister. He wanted me to let you know that he was thinking of you. If there is anything that we can do, please let me know.
God Bless, Valerie, Galen, Chris and Wesley Tribble (Byron, GA)
Meri Khoury
December 7, 2006
I am so sorry to hear about what happened to Megan. I taught her at BMS. She was such a sweet girl and will be remembered by all who knew her. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
LACHELL BAILEY
December 7, 2006
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD KEEP HIS ARMS AROUND YOUR FAMILY. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. I WORK WITH MRS.FRANCES AT WAL-MART. MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU.
Melissa O'Neal
December 7, 2006
Megan was a sweet and caring person. She had an AMAZING voice. I would go to the comtemporary service just to hear her sing. We will truly miss her so much. I loved her like she was my sister. She will truly be missed by all.
Lisa Feagin, RDH
December 7, 2006
To Megan's Family
I worked with Megan at Dr. Ross', she was always a smiling face in the morning meetings. She was so excited about dentistry and the new things she was learning. I was a hygienist there and she asked many questions about hygiene. She was a big help when I had spanish speaking patients. I know she would have been an excellent hygienist but God must have need her in Heaven. She always spoke so highly of her family and Javi, I can't imagine your loss. I am saddened that I didn't ever get to hear her sing. She was so funny she didn't bragg at all about all her accomplishments. I know that Dr. Ross' Office will not be the same without her. She was such a light there. I enjoyed working with her the 9 months we worked together and I will never forget her positive attitude and smiling face. I have a five year old daughter and I can only hope she grows up to be the light to the world that Megan was. She was the daughter every Mom wishes for. May God Bless You and Keep You until we all see her again. Maybe then I'll get to hear sing!!!
LINDA WILLIS
December 7, 2006
so sorry to hear of your loss .. i worked with her daddy at the emergency room we always talked about megan .. what a proud man .. megan also grew up with my daughter leane..also my husband help coach her in softball..last night we went to her visitation ..i know the whole of byron was there for her and your family ..i remember her as a small child and she grew to be gorgous,,you must be so proud.. again, sorry for all this..may God be with you all the TIME..HARLEY, LINDA AND LEANE WILLIS
Ricky,Angela,Ethan and Ryan Plummer
December 7, 2006
Our hearts go out to your family.May God give you strength.
Phil and Faye (Keys) Peterson
December 7, 2006
Our heart goes out to all of you. We pray that God will help you to have the strength to get through this.
Our Sympathy Always,
Sarah Harman
December 7, 2006
I was in Megan's Anatomy Class at CGTC. She was so nice and friendly. I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Allan Shepley
December 7, 2006
Dear ones, please know that our hearts are breaking for you. Allan and I had the pleasure of coaching Megan in t-ball when she was little. Allan called her little rabbit because she ran so fast. What a joy she was. We're praying for you.
Lisa & Allan Shepley
Carmela Herndon
December 7, 2006
Billy and family,
Our prayers are with you all during this time.
Carmela and John herndon
Faye Patterson Bowen & Family
December 7, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary McDaniel Adamson
December 7, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Victoria Austin (Guzzo)
December 7, 2006
My thoughts and prayers goes out to the family of megan.Megan and I went to Byron Middle school together.She was a loving and caring person.
Alicia Horne
December 7, 2006
Megan was truely a sweet person, who talk about her family with love and adoration in class all the time, to meet someone who was so full of love for life was an honor. Thank you Megan, You will be missed.
Nicole Cumbie
December 7, 2006
Megan was a beautiful person. She truely touched the lives of everyone she came in contact with. I will miss sitting next to her in class.
Jason Johnson
December 7, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. Megan was such a sweet,caring, and special person. She had a sunny personality, and I am going to miss that. I am going to miss Megan very much. Her memory will live on forever.
Gerrad Allen
December 7, 2006
She was always cheerful and happy in class.You could always find a smile or twinkle in her eye that always brightened your day. I will miss her.
Tyler Crowley
December 7, 2006
Megan you were a great girl and God was shown so much through you and all I can say is that one day I will get to see you again my heart goes out to your family, boyfriend and other friends Love Always
Nancy Talmage
December 7, 2006
Dear Billy, Denise and Haley,
Our deepest heartfelt sympathies and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We will cherish the memories of Megan and the times she spent with us. She will be greatly missed by all those who had the opportunity to know and love her.
James, Nancy, Matthew and Caleb Talmage
Charles Drinnon
December 7, 2006
Everytime I go into my classroom and see the empty desk Megan sat in my heart sinks. I am so sorry about her loss. I only knew her for about 40 days, but I will never forget her or the smile she had for everyone each day.
God bless and keep you in your time of great loss.
Sekemia Caldwell
December 7, 2006
To the Helton Family
Know that God is with you in the time of your trouble. Megan was a very happy person! I can always remember her smiling and jumping around during band practice after Javier departing to football practice. When programs came up at school I could ususally expect to hear Megan sing especially during the Christmas program! Megan will be missed by all! Your family and friends will continue to be in my prayers during the holiday season. God Bless.
Susan Catto
December 6, 2006
Susan and Billy,
My heart goes out to you and the rest of the family. I'm so sorry I can't be there for you this week, but I will see you next weekend for sure. Know that God has a special new songbird in Heaven. Take care of yourself, keep yourself strong, and know we love you very much.
Wendy Arnold
December 6, 2006
Megan was a very sweet and gorgeous girl! We will all miss her so much! I remember her great singing voice and all of the talents that she had! Megan will always be with us and that’s what we all need to remember! Your family is in our prayers!
Kacey Hight
December 6, 2006
Megan was a great person and truly loved by everyone who knew her. She will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Sarena Strader
December 6, 2006
I was going pictures through my pictures from the mission tip to Mexico and one of Laura, Megan, and I caught my eye. Her bright smile was unable to be hidden even in the middle of eating dinner. Megan was a unique and amazing person. I am thankfully that God blessed me by putting her into my life. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers.
Donna McAtee
December 6, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Megan was truely a joy to all who knew her. We have such fond memories of her from elementary through middle school.I feel blessed to have known her.She will be missed.
The McAtee Family, Rob Donna Amber & Austin
Sandy Birdsong
December 6, 2006
Frances, Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. If you need anything please let us know. We love you. Brien and Sandy Birdsong
Melissa Whittington
December 6, 2006
I did not have the pleasure of knowing Megan, nor do I know her family, but I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Megan. I came upon the accident on my way home Monday and it has greatly affected me and is weighing heavily on my heart. As a mother myself, I cannot imagine your grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Billie Pritchard
December 6, 2006
I posted this online for my college friends who knew Megan, but I thought I should share it with you. Megan and I were classmates at PCHS. I address this to her:
Megan, even though there's never a good time to pass away, you left us too soon.
We may never comprehend the meaning behind life's brief, shining moment. We may never know how much was truly lost by losing you--what you could have done on earth.
What I do know is that life has a purpose, and no one can say that you have lived less in your moment than someone who has lived a lifetime. You smiled more, loved more, and were kinder than most care to be. You met someone who truly, deeply loved you--that's more than most will ever experience. You sang from your heart and kissed God with your song--that's more than most can do. You lived with no regrets.
I know that Javier and your family are dying inside. I know that this world will never be the same with the light of your smile extinguished.
But I know you. And I know faith. And YOU and FAITH go together. God does have a plan, and I know that you understood that. Although we can never physically bring you back to us, we can find comfort in knowing you're in good hands. His hands.
You were so many things to me, even if we never really knew each other. You were a smile, a song, a hug, a comforting word, a mischievous wink, a guiding hand, a listening heart, a friend who made the dark seem light.
I know you through Javi. For four years I sat in advisement and watched a change, a growth. I watched a boy become a man. You made him who he is.
We are all in mourning.
You and I were friends, but I can’t imagine the grief that those even closer to you must be feeling right now. It just doesn’t seem fair.
But, knowing you as little as I do, I know you wouldn’t want us to weep. I guess it’s something unavoidable; grief and death as much a part of us as laughter and life...but it’s not something that will last forever. This pain will fade, just as you would want it to.
Maybe you knew something we didn’t. Maybe that’s why you smiled so much Megan Helton. Maybe you smiled so we could stock up on those sunlit smiles for these rainy days.
You won’t be forgotten.
Machele & Steve Evans
December 6, 2006
Denise & Haley,
Our hearts go out to you. You are in our every thought and prayer. There are not words for the sorrow you feel right now. We pray for you to trust in God and let him surrond you with comfort and strength through family and friends like us, as we hold you up through the power of prayer and love. Know that He holds you tight in his arms.
Megan will be missed by everyone. She was so sweet and such a blessing to all who met her. I know the angels sing prettier with her beautiful voice added to theirs than they did before.
Love in Christ,
Stephen, Machele,
Richard, Nicholas & Jonathan Evans
Dani Strader
December 6, 2006
Im gonna miss Megan. She was such a wonderful person on the inside and the out.
Jorden Anne Clements
December 6, 2006
To Megan's Family and Javier Rodriguez:
Megan was such a wonderful young lady. I got to know her through Javier and the soccer team at Peach County. She never failed to bring a smile to my face....My thoughts and prayers are with you - lean on the Lord for your comfort and peace. Megan will always be with you in your hearts.
Javier remember the love you had for each other and know her love for you went with her into God's arms.
My deepest sympathy
Barbara (English) Hill
December 6, 2006
My heart goes out to all of Megan's family. I worked at the drug store with Frances while I was in high school and I remember Denise bringing her in to visit. She was just a wee little thing back then but cute as a button. From reading other entries into the guestbook, I have to say that you raised an extraordinary woman that was full of life. I know in your time of grief the only thing you wish is for her to be back here with you. Please take comfort in the knowledge that she is looking over each and every one of you and that she loved you. She will never be truly gone as long as her memories live in your hearts. Cry now and ease the pain, smile later and cherish the wonderful person that graced your lives even though it was only for a short while. In a movie I once saw there was a passage from a book that said something like this: "The true knowledge of life is the sure knowledge of death for without it man would not strive to leave his mark upon the Earth." Megans mark is that she left everyone she met with wonderful memories and a smile on their face. I'm sure she left this world knowing that she touched many lives in a positive way. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I hope that each of you find peace with this tragedy.
Regenia Brabham
December 6, 2006
Every now and again, God sends us an Angel in the form of a person. This person is always loved by many and touches people in ways that no one else can. And then, God calls them home.
I don't know you but I do know about loss. My children went to school with Megan and speak highly of her. After reading other entries, I was reminded of my brother who died at age 19 in 1989. He was a visiting Angel as well. I am sorry and my prayers are with you all.
Sabrina Lamberth
December 6, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Megan was such an Angel on Earth! It was always fun to see her at the dentist when Skyler got his braces. I will never forget her beautiful smile, voice and heart. Heaven has to be even more beautiful today. We love you.
Kim and Sabrina Lamberth and family
Kaylyn Edwards
December 6, 2006
Megan was a kind,loving,and caring person. I love and miss her so much.She will be loved and remembered forever.
SARAH THORNTON
December 6, 2006
HI HAYLEY I HOPE YOU WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD THINGS ABOUT MEGON. I LOVE YOU AND YOUR SISTER AND ALL OF YOUR FAMILY. GOD BE WITH YOU!!!!!
Blythe Cannady
December 6, 2006
Megan was a great person....she was kind to everyone. I remember her smile....and I actually remember when she would try and teach me to sing in the 1st grade, we would listen to the Moffatss. I can't believe she is gone. She had the voice of an angel, and I can hear her still singing from that night she won Miss PCHS. She was greatly loved by all and will be missed by many. My prayers go out to her family and boyfriend.
Jessica Sawinski
December 6, 2006
Dear Haley, I am so sorry about your sister. I love you! Jessica
Peach County E911
December 6, 2006
Billy,
Your family is in our prayers and we hope that you will have the strength to get through this. Our hearts are filled with sadness for you.
Kathy Durham
December 6, 2006
Denise,
I just found out about Megan and I just cannot believe it. My heart is just breaking for you and your family. I just saw you Halloween and we hugged and laughed. I will keep you in my prayers and again I am so sorry for the lost. I see Megans face as I write this.
mary sue taylor
December 6, 2006
to the helton family
our thoughts and prays goes out to you and your family.just look for god in this time of need he will help you and your family in so many ways. my son allen went to school with megan and said she was a wonderful person to know.
mark,mary sue malissa and allen taylor of byron
Ashlee McGhee
December 6, 2006
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 1998-2006
Penny Hunter
December 6, 2006
To The Helton Family,
My heart go's out to everyone. You are in my prayers and with God's love may he comfort you. I work with Ms. Frances at wal-mart. I didn't know Megan, but she sounds like she was an angel here on earth. God be with you and give you the strength you will need.
Penny and Joe Hunter
Arrielle Mathis
December 6, 2006
It was a pleasure getting to know Megan and having the opportunity to dance with her as a Golden Girl. She was a wonderful person and she is greatly missed. My prayers are with the family.
Paul,Susan,Joseph, & Stepen Leonardi
December 6, 2006
You are in our prayers......
Even though I met Megan briefly my sons knew her well & spoke very highly of her.
May the love of Family & friends, bring you comfort.
God Bless.
JULIA JONES
December 6, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tommy &Sharon &Summer Bell
December 6, 2006
May all of you be comforted by the many warm thoughts of those who care. Megan was a beautiful and intelligent young lady to be around,she touched the lives of many people.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sandy Bartlett
December 6, 2006
Billy,
I didn't know Megan but I know you. You are my friend and my heart aches for you and your family. My love and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. God WILL see ya'll through.
Sandy
Brittany Marshall
December 6, 2006
WOW! I remember Megan from Byron Middle School..she was always nice and always..I MEAN ALWAYS smiling..I never saw her angry or upset at anyone and she had the prettiest hair..oh my goodness..I loved her hair..I use to see her from time to time at Macon State on campus and she was the same Megan I remembered from middle school..walking, head high, angelic and smiling..My prayers are with her family and boyfriend..May God grant you peace in your hearts and comfort to your souls!
Blanca Rodriguez
December 6, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss, you have my deepest sympathy. Megan was a very talented and wonderful person. She was a great friend with the voice of an angel. Siempre te recordaremos en nuestros corazones.
Lisa Ragsdale
December 6, 2006
Susan, Billy & Family:
Please know that Lee and I are keeping you close in thought and prayer during this time. Take comfort from your family and friends and know that God keeps you close in His arms. We love you.
Gay Iannuzzi
December 6, 2006
May GOD wrap you all in HIS loving arms and give you HIS perfect peace and comfort. You are all so precious to me and I will continue to pray daily for you.
Sylvia Hill
December 6, 2006
Denise I can't even put into words how much my heart breaks for you right now and ever since I saw the news about Megan. I know she will be missed by her friends and family. You are in my thoughts.
Freddie Almand (B&W)
December 6, 2006
Ted,even tho I never met Megan, or your wife Denise, I felt like I knew them from listening to you talk about them at work. I am so sorry for the loss, and I wish you much strength.
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