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Owen Thomas Obituary
Owen Daniel Brearley Thomas, 21, of Allentown, died Monday, April 26, 2010, at his off campus college residence in Philadelphia. Born in Allentown, September 30, 1988, Owen was the son of Rev. Thomas N. Thomas and Rev. Kathy Brearley of Allentown. He was a student at the University of Pennsylvania and a graduate of the Parkland High School, Class of 2007. Owen was a gifted athlete and played football for Penn. He was a member of Union UCC, Neffs. Survivors: Parents; bothers, Jeremiah of Uniontown, Matthew of Allentown, Morgan of East Stroudsburg; paternal grandmother, Doratha Thomas of Richmond, Virginia; maternal grandparents, Hazel & Michael Brearley of Aylesbury, Bucks, UK; numerous uncles, aunts and cousins. Services: Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m., Monday, May 3, 2010 at Union UCC, 5550 Route 873, Neffs, PA. Family and friends may call after 6:30 p.m. Sunday in the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., 4906 Route 309, Schnecksville and Monday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the church. Interment will follow the service at Union Church Cemetery, Neffs. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com Contributions: The family requests that you do not send flowers. Memorial gifts may be given to The Memorial Fund of Union UCC and/or the Lehigh County Conference of Churches Soup Kitchen c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196. Please sign Guest Book on themorningcall.com/obits
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Robin Tulloch Hall
July 15, 2012
I only knew Owen as a small boy with a big smile and so much potential. A happy memory in my life's journey. Rest well, my young friend.
Thats me with my wife Chipoas she was about to board a flight back to USA
Allan Mulenga
July 14, 2012
Rev Thomas and Rev. Breary....my former pastors in the UCZ church in Zambia St. Andrews Congragation. I lived in Pittsburgh Pa and Indianapolis IN for over ten years and I serached for you and never found you. Your tragedy has made me find you and how sad indeed Iam at your loss. My kids still live in Indianapolis and pittsburgh, I came back to Zambia couple of years ago and please Rev. Thomas, get in touch!
Robin Tulloch Hall
October 30, 2010
I found this article on-line and realized who this boy was. It was so many years ago in Lehighton he was a baby. I am so very sorry and would like to have your email address, Kathy, so that I may be in touch.
Sandy Buchman
September 18, 2010
To the Thomas family. I am sorry for the loss of your precious son. You do not know me, but I lost my 19 year old son in February under similar circumstances. I read your article in the New York Times and was struck by the similarities between our sons. I just wanted to extend my sympathy to you and let you know that I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Your article is important and courageous. The loss of a child is so difficult. Blessings to your family and to your son's friends as well.
Kim L
September 18, 2010
Just heard Owen's story on ESPN. My heart is touched deeply by your loss. Please know that Owen's legacy continues to grow as his story touches the hearts of millions! I was brought to tears as I considered my own son away at college and I intend to share Owen's story with other parents so they can be aware of acquired brain injury, and of the challenges college students face as well. May God be with you...
September 17, 2010
The thoughts of many are with you in this difficult time.
Barbara Dively, Executive Director
Acquired Brain Injury Network, Lansdale, PA
www.abin-pa.org
TIM & JAYNE CAMPBELL and DONALD & JANET BACHMAN
May 15, 2010
OUR MOST HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY PASTOR THOMAS,
YOU ARE ALWAYS THERE FOR YOUR CHURCH FAMILY AND JUST KNOW THAT WE ARE HERE FOR YOU AS WELL. I KNOW WHEN SOMEONE PRECIOUS YOU LOVE BECOMES A MEMORY, THE MEMORY BECOMES A TREASURE IN YOUR HEART THAT WILL LAST FOREVER. ALL OF OUR LOVE TO YOU AND OWEN. YOUR HEART WILL WEEP,AND GOD WILL SEE THAT YOUR STRENGTH WILL RETURN.
LOVE,
Juliet Forte Sienzant
May 6, 2010
Rev. Kathy Brearly, who has touched so many lives in the hospice community by helping to prepare and walk through the door to the Lord. May you and your family be comforted and find peace in God and all who love you.
Justin Reilly
May 6, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PU0R2zAaTFs
Thinking of you.
Sharon Harvey
May 5, 2010
Owen was important to so many people. Your family in the UK send you warm, comforting thoughts. Love from Auntie Sharon.
Sally` Thierer
May 5, 2010
Rev. Kathy Brearley beautifully eulogized my stepfather, Chuck Shannon, three years ago. Her compassionate, kind and heartwarming words made it possible for me to remember this dear man with a smile every spring when the Phillies play baseball. Two months later my daughter, Amanda, died at the age of 27 from cancer. I didn't know Owen, but when I heard of his passing I had to reach out to this kind and wonderful lady and her family. The loss of a child is the worst kind of pain. May you find comfort in your faith, your friends and each other in the months ahead. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Janice & Bob Herzog
May 3, 2010
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts & prayers go out to you & your family today & forever. May you find peace in God as you continue on through life.
May 3, 2010
Such sorrow we face in the loss of Owen. Your family will be kept in our prayers. May memories lighten your hearts and ease the pain. One cannot help but smile, when thinking of Owen. It's an honor to have known this wonderful young man.
The Sloan Family
Bruce, Beth, Brian, Andrew, Rachel
Megan Nuttall
May 3, 2010
My heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to the Thomas Family at this time. Although I did not know Owen, I knew Matt and remember a red-headed kid at football games. I'm sorry for your loss.
Megan - Class of 1999
May 3, 2010
We are very sorry for your loss. May God's peace somehow sort this out for you. We want you to know we are thinking of you in this dismal time.
Nancy, Curt & Michal Schwartz
Suzanne (Ensley) Toto and family
May 3, 2010
Words cannot express your broken hearts at this time. Our prayers are with you now and forever. God be with you.
Brenda
May 2, 2010
I can't imagine your pain.. May God's love surround you, and strengthen you during this time.
May 2, 2010
To the Thomas', & our friends of Union UCC:
Please know how all the neighboring faith communities are grieving with you at this time. We truly offer our support and prayers as you deal with the void left by Owen's sudden passing. If we can do anything to help the healing, or to honor the memory of Owen, please know that we are here always.
God bless and give you strength,
St. John's Social Outreach
St. John's UCC, Laury's Station
Pat Jones
May 2, 2010
Rev.Thomas & Rev.Brearley, I took care of Owen & Morgan in the daycare. Wee Care For Tots. I worked with Nana & Kathy. I am praying for all of you at this sad time in your life. May God comfort you.
May 2, 2010
Dear Tom and Family,
We're heartbroken for you.We have been praying for you and your family and will continue. And we will always remember Owen as a great kid and outstanding young man.
Caggiano Family, Schnecksville
Elaine Coringrato
May 2, 2010
To the Thomas Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't have the privilege of knowing your son, but I pray his memories will sustain you in your time of grief. I know this pain you are suffering going through this my self. You are in my prayers. With deepest sympathy,
Elaine Coringrato
Schnecksville, PA
Alice Stinebaugh
May 2, 2010
I can only echo the thoughts and feelings of so many when I say how deeply we perceive Owen's loss. Owen was one of the most remarkable students I ever had the privilege to teach at PHS. Since he graduated, I have often remembered, and will never forget, what a gifted, mature, dedicated and fun-loving young man he was. He was so full of life, and showed so much promise -- my thoughts and prayers are with you. It was an honor to know him.
Judi Griffith
May 2, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of your son.There is nothing worse than the loss of a child.I also lost a son at too young an age and unexpectingly. If I can help at all ,please let me know.
Nancy Azar
May 2, 2010
Kathy, Tom and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve the tragic loss of Owen. May you find peace and comfort in the arms of our loving God!
May 1, 2010
Dear Parkland Football Players and Owen's family
My son backed up Owen's position while at Parkland.
My son learned everything fro Owen.
My son respected Owen,as did the fans.
My heart is full.
I pray for him and for all those suffering from his passing.
So sorry, Danny Kish's family
April 30, 2010
Rev. Thomas and Rev. Brearley
I was shaken to hear of your loss of what I learned was a great individual and son. No one can understand when an unexpected death comes but please know that I am thinking of you both and family. It is certain that Owen believed in God through your teachings and although he is no longer in this life he continues to live within us. My deepest condolences.
Thomas A. Smith, Jr.
Operations Director
Lehigh County Conference of Churches
April 30, 2010
matt--my prayers and sympathy are with you and your family. you are strong and have many friends from transitions that are thinking of you and your family. you are a surviror-----love brenda
Shontell Kemmerer
April 30, 2010
Thomas family,
Owen will forever be remembered by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. I had not seen him since he was a small boy but he is not someone that you can forget. My heart goes out to you all and I will keep you in my prayers.
April 30, 2010
Our condolences to you all in this terrible time, we cannot express in words how sad we were to hear of your loss and our thoughts and love are wih you. Carol and Roland Groom (nee Brearley)
joan edwards
April 30, 2010
Dear Thomas family,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
lisa w
April 30, 2010
My condolences go out to your family. May you find the strength to make it through this difficult time. My thoughts will be with you all this weekend!
"Skipjob" (He gave me that name.)
April 30, 2010
Dear Thomas family~
It's hard to understand what you can possibly feel right now. The emotions are overwhelming for us all, let alone his closest friends- you. A person like Owen though is someone you never forget. You should be proud to have raised a person like him. Life is difficult and its ok to grieve. But remembering that he left a story to tell, a good story, should make you so proud of him. I only knew him from 8th grade-graduation, but those were good times. If it wasn't for Owen, school may have sucked at times! :) But remember, God has promised that we will see him again, so this is just a present goodbye, but not a permanent one.(Revelation 21:4 & Psalms 37:10, 11) Please take care and we will be here for you in the years to come....
Patrice Wight
April 30, 2010
Dear Thomas Family:
Our hearts break for the tragic loss of your cherished son, Owen. We did not know Owen, but we know Pastor Tom and as parents we cannot understand what you are feeling, but know that we are praying for you and sending you and your family our love & deepest sympathy.
Newest members of Union UCC,
Patti & Andy Wight
A PHS football mom
April 30, 2010
May God be with you and console you in your loss. May the spirit of Owen forever shine on in our hearts.
April 30, 2010
Rev. Thomas and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy, during this time. May Gods love strenghten you and keep you. God Bless you and your family. The Lenhart's
Max Caggiano
April 29, 2010
I had the privilege of playing on several baseball teams with Owen when we were kids. Owen was always filled with a joy and enthusiasm that he effortlessly shared with everyone around him. He inately lifted his teammates' and coaches' spirits. You could not help but emulate his infectious happiness.
I am one of many who will always cherish the memories of playing the sports we love, while being part of a team with Owen.
To Owen's family: My family and I are praying for you. May the Lord bless all of you.
Lynette Smith
April 29, 2010
I had the pleasure of knowing all the Thomas boys when I worked at Schnecksville School, but I got to know Owen most of all since he was a classmate and teammate of my son's at Schnecksville, OMS, and PHS. Watching him grow from a kindergartner to an amazing young man, I was privileged to see how he brightened the lives of so many with his athletic and academic talent, his humor, and most of all - with his compassionate, caring ways. There are so many memories of the red headed little boy with all the energy and spunk from John Travolta in first grade to the Schnecksville Squirmies championship baseball team in fifth grade, to the campfire talks at the Reinerts house during the years at PHS. These memories will always bring a big smile to our faces as we remember Owen and his unique way of touching the hearts of everyone he met. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you all and will continue to be with you in the days, months, and years to come. We are so, so sorry.
Lynette, Mark, Alexander and Lauren Smith
L belles
April 29, 2010
my heart goes to the family. im glad to know owen and hes a great man and team player in everyones lives and we all shall miss him. i like to say him and his brothers are great and they coach eachother. my prayers are for owen and his family and will go on.
Terri Wenger
April 29, 2010
My heart goes out to your family. We personally did not know Owen, one of my sons (Mike Bergey) plays football for East Stroudsburg University. He played with Morgan last year, and sees Morgan since Morgan is helping coach. Your family is in our prayers and will continue to be. Thoughts and Prayers.. The Wenger and Bergey Family
Bruce & Paulette Parkhill & Family
April 29, 2010
“O” how could we ever forget you…?
We never played a game together; we were never on the same team.
We were simply two of many, who were glad you were on our sons’ team.
We cheered you from the stands, with Tom and Kathy always nearby.
They were just calmly watching their son, Owen, the apple of their eye.
You would light up the ball field with play after play, reminding us all, that we could win on that day.
Truly an inspiration and a leader by example, you would never let us down, just make us all feel so special.
Those treasured memories of our own sons’ high school football days will always include you, as part of some of his best plays.
We were all so glad to have known you, and certainly better off for it.
How could we ever forget you…?
“O” not a chance…..we only wish you had known it.
Our Hearts and Our Prayers
Go Out to Owen Thomas and His Family on This Day.
May God Forever Keep You and Bless You.
April 29, 2010
To all of the Thomas family--
It has been a number of years since we directly shared experiences with your family via Boy Scouts, soccer activities, church, or school, but we are very saddened to hear of Owen's passing. We will forever see "Coppertop" with his infectious smile, and unbounding energy, racing up and down the soccer field. Please know that our prayers are with your family and all who shared Owen's life. May God support each of you through today, and always, as you cherish all that Owen was to you.
Buddy, Linda, Courtney, & Jesse Haney
John Lamb
April 29, 2010
Kathy,
My sincere, sincere sympathies I express to you and our family. You are in our prayers at St. Luke's.
Allentown
John Lamb, Allentown, Pennsylvania
Debra Miller
April 29, 2010
WIshing that Owen knew how much we all loved and admired him
"Frau" Diane Cortazzo
April 29, 2010
I had the pleasure of being Owen's German teacher for two years and I had the joy of traveling with Owen in Europe. I'll always think of you, Owen, when I visit the Lion Monument we saw together in Lucerne!
To say that Owen was one of the most amazing young people I have had the privilege to teach in the past 32 years would be an understatement. Owen, I will miss you...and will always remember the fun and life you brought into my classroom. You were a true "Mensch".
To Owen's family...you will be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all!
Dana, Lee, Jonathon & Alex Krisko
April 29, 2010
Pastors Tom and Kathy and family: Please accept our most heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Owen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
J. Boyko
April 29, 2010
I remember the night that you all walked off of the field when you lost to Easton in late 2006. You all hung your heads, and most had tears falling and that was a loss. On that night, nobody would have ever imagined that they would ever experience the loss of Owen Thomas...we all have memories and everyone who knew him is devastated. No one knows the struggle that his family is going to endure and from our family to yours, you are in our thoughts, may Owen rest, because he will not be forgotten.
Mike Hertzog
April 29, 2010
To the Thomas Family - I had the great priveledge of playing football for 3 years with Owen at PHS. I pray that God's grace and comfort will be with you through this time. He was a great young man, a great leader, a great friend. He will surely be missed. His spirit and legacy, the legacy of OT31 will live on in everyone's life that he touched.
Monica Sommerville
April 29, 2010
Kathy, Tom and family:
My heart is breaking for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Monica
April 28, 2010
Paster Kathy and family
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you in this most challenging time . Our thoughts are with you.
Evelyn Smith and Cheryl Marks
Herbine
April 28, 2010
Pastor Tom and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your memories of Owen bring you comfort and may the warmth and love of God's embrace hold you close and keep you strong during the coming days.
Jeff, Ronnie, Jenni, Thomas, and Megan
April 28, 2010
God's love will light the way for Owen to come home. May you find peace during this difficult time.
Billera Family
April 28, 2010
Parkland lost one of it's true warriors in Owen. He was one of the many exceptional athletes that I have had the privilage to coach. He will be missed by many and never forgotten.
The Thomas family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Glenn Wampole
April 28, 2010
To the entire Thomas Family -our heartfelt symphathy go out to you. This is a loss that is so hard to bear - we do know your faith will carry you through this tragedy. We remember those days on the baseball diamond and at school as if they were yesterday. It will be the most beautiful memories and our faith that will sustain us all. God Bless you Owen!
Glenn, Diane, Dave, and Shelly Wampole
Stephen Ott
April 28, 2010
Thomas family:
I had the privilege of playing football with Matt and the honor of coaching both Owen and Morgan. I am deeply saddened by Owen's death. He was such a great person and will surely be missed. Know that his spirit will live on in all of us that were fortunate enough to know him. Please accept my deepest sympathies in your time of need. May God's light shine on all of us.
Coach Ott
Jim Reid
April 28, 2010
Your family will be remembered in our common prayers at Grace Church this Sunday. Our hearts go out to you and Owen's many friends in this time of grief.
a football Mom
April 28, 2010
I don't know you, but my heart breaks for you and wanted to extend my sincere sympathy. I cried reading about it. Everything that was said about your son sounded just like my son. I cannot imagine the pain you must feel. I am so sorry. My deepest sympathy.
Nancy Martin
April 28, 2010
Kathy and family,
It is clear that Owen touched more lives in fewer years than many do with a long life. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you will yourself to live with your treasured memories with the certain knowledge that he is at peace. Nancy Martin, Holy Infancy CUNA-LOC.
April 28, 2010
Not having known this young man I feel compelled to offer my sympathies to his family. As a mother of 2 I find this especially heartbreaking. Too young , too soon. I pray god will give you strength and the faith to continue on. Rest In Peace always.
Patricia Milot
April 28, 2010
May God be with you, Kathy,Tom,Family, and Friends of Owen. You are in the thoughts and prayers of so many people.
Love and prayers, Patti & John Milot & Family
Bette PHS Class of 2010
April 28, 2010
Dear Thomas Family,
Love and Prayers
Donna & Donald Bowers
April 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of need ,I'm am so sorry for you loss Pastor Thomas ,I wish there was some way I could help you ,after all you have done for my family in our troubled times.God bless you and your family.
Diane Pesola
April 28, 2010
Pastors Tom and Kathy, My heart aches for you and your family as you grieve the loss of your wonderful son. May it comfort you somehow to know that so many, many people are praying for you and Owen.
Barbara Mahoney
April 28, 2010
Dear Pastor Thomas & family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Owen. I remember the smiling young red-headed boy who ran around the church. May the God's love be with you during this difficult time.
April 28, 2010
Owen filled many of my days, as his 6th grade teacher, with a smile. He just had a way with people of all ages. He had a kind, energetic spirit that touched everyone. He was a role model for all...he always gave 100%. He will be missed and remembered forever. Heartfelt sympathy to those that loved him.
Mrs. Heavener
Jillian Kern
April 28, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
CRAIG VANETTEN
April 28, 2010
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THESE ROUGH TIMES. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR LOVED ONES.
Waters
April 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of need. May god bless you and hold you near-Craig, Kelly and Simeon Waters
The Hepburns
April 28, 2010
Pastors Tom and Kathy:
With our deep sadness we lift you up in prayer to God. Believing that our God will walk with you through this dark valley -- we pray that love will sustain you until you can feel the healing power of God.
(Donavan, Debra, NaVanka, and Donavan, Jr)
Valerie Rex
April 28, 2010
Dear Rev. Thomas and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Valerie Rex and George Borman
Rev. Dr. Gerald Rounds
April 28, 2010
Dear Tom and Katherine,
The shock is almost unimaginable. Not my son. Unfortunately, the reality is too hard to ignore. I know Owen has touched so many lives in so many wonderful ways. He has certainly been a major part of your lives. These are the graces and memories death can never take from us. We surrender him up into God's wonderful embracing arms, trusting in God to receive him. The flowers of the spring will fade, but the word of our God stands forever.
April 28, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Sorry for your loss.
Jennifer, Robert and Kathy Dvoracek
Warnke Family
April 28, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Dagoberto Mosquera
April 28, 2010
Kathy,
Sorry. I did not know him, but I do know and can understand your deep sadness. My entire family's prayers are with you and Pastor Thomas. God with you.
Dina Coniglio
April 28, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
April 28, 2010
"Dear Thomas family -- Our world was shaken when we heard the terrible news. We have very fond memories of Owen. He touched our entire family -- each in a different way. Our prayers are with you all and with Owen. May God's love comfort you and bring you all peace." Brian, Carolyn, Aaron, Bethany and Joshua Heft
Sharon Miller
April 28, 2010
Words cannot express how sorry we are for the loss of Owen. He was a true inspiration to all his friends and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Thomas family. May God lead you through this difficult time.
Jon, Sharon, Amanda, Andrew & Clint Miller
Linda Gauntt
April 28, 2010
Pastor Thomas,
Our deepest sympathies and prayers to your family. You were truly a blessing to me and my family in the loss of my father many years ago and I will never forget it. May God's peace be with you.
Sherry Mankos
April 28, 2010
So deeply sorry for your loss.
GOD BLESS
Gristick Family
April 28, 2010
The passing of your son has deeply touched our family. My sons are also PHS football players, where Owen was admired and respected. Not only did he possess awesome athletic abilty, but his kindness, enthusiasm and loyalty were undeniable. We will always remember how his support on the sidelines touched the players at the last 2009 playoff game. It meant the world to them. May you have peace knowing how much he was loved.
Candy and Alan Miller
April 28, 2010
Dear Tom, Kathy and Family,
Alan and I are so sorry to here about Owen. May God surround all of you with his love, and hold you in his arms.
Lee
April 28, 2010
May God Bless you and hold you for eternity.
My condolences to the family on this saddest of days.
April 28, 2010
May God's love comfort you in this time of tragedy.
Renee Saleh
Mike and Chrissi (Foster) Zisa
April 28, 2010
We are praying for you and thinking about you all during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you now and always.
All our love
Stephanie
April 28, 2010
To Owens family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I will always cherish the memories I have with Owen. I know he will always be remembered as an outstanding football player, but I will remember Owen for so much more. He was one of my first guy friends in elementary school. He always knew how to light up a room. I truly believe that he took some of the sunshine with him. He was loved by so many. I always remember him for being the louder kid in the class, sometimes even being a little bit of a trouble maker, but the teachers were so in love with him they wouldn't even punish him. I will always see a glimps of him walking around schnecksville with his little dog on a leash, or playing after school with him. Or just the way he brought all of our elementary school plays to life with his huge grin and singing the absolute loudest that he could. Owen was truly a dying breed in men and he will be dearly missed by all. Remember the good times, they will keep you going. Find comfort in knowing he lives just as loudly in your hearts. I know he'll be watching over us as we can look up to the sky for him. May he rest easy, and my deepest sympathies to all of his family and friends.
Cathy Sweeney
April 28, 2010
Dear Tom and Kathy.
May you find strength in knowing how loved and respected Owen was as an athelte, scholar and person. Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
Jack, Cathy, Mallory and Kale Sweeney
Malinda Frantz
April 28, 2010
Dear Pastor Tom & family, No words can express the loss of a loved one especially your own child. I truly believe God has a special plan for Owen and he is in his loving care. He was and always will be a wonderful person who gave so much of himself. Memories last forever. Love & Prayers, Malinda Frantz & family
David, Jackie, Adam, Jake, Luke, Josh and Joanna Jaindl
April 28, 2010
Dear Thomas Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Owen's passing. He was a true gentleman and will be missed by all who were fortunate to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bloise Family
April 28, 2010
Pastor Tom and family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you for your loss. We are so saddened by this tragedy and we pray that God gives you all strength to move forward.
Zeke Besz
April 28, 2010
Matt and Family,
My deepest condolences and prayers are with you in this trying time. Stay strong.
christina detweiler
April 28, 2010
to pastor kathy and the entire family you are in ouir prayers.
christina and the entire detweiler family God bless
Barbara Madea
April 28, 2010
May God's love comfort you in this time of unspeakable tragedy.
Cyndi & Son Mike Hertzog
April 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of need. May god bless you and hold you all in his loving arms.
Frederick Rogers
April 28, 2010
My sincere condolences to you Tom and Kathy and family. I will keep you in my prayers.
Rev. Frederick W. Rogers
Barbara Beitler
April 28, 2010
Pastor Tom and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My Mother would always comment on seeing your boys in church. She loved seeing them. I remember seeing Owen in church also. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Barb and Floyd Beitler
Lisa Blose
April 28, 2010
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Dad and I will be keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
gracia santo
April 28, 2010
I am so sadden by your loss. My heart goes out to you at this terrible time. I remember Owen as a little boy and didn't have the pleasure of knowing him as the wonderful, young man he became. Matt was like a third son to me. I can't imagine the pain he is going through at this time.
Gracia Santo, Adam Santo's mom
Coach Seip
April 28, 2010
OT you’re really going to be missed at the home football games at PHS. It was a true privilege to have been able to coach a young man like you. I enjoyed the times when I got to catch up with you after your high school years, you always had your enormous great big smile for me and a big OT hug. It makes me realize just why I coached and spent as much time with you and your teammates’ when you played ball at North Parkland. I will cherish those moments even more now knowing you’re gone. Gods Speed OT…. Coach Seip
Andy & Ilene Mertz
April 28, 2010
To Kathy and Tom. Ii know no words can help at this time, however I believe the Good Lord needed Owen to pave a path for you and yours;as he ran interference for his team he now will run interference for you. He will keep a watch over you his mother and father and his brothers as well as his friends and teammates. We will hold you in our hearts and prayers for always. Ilene and Andy your personel farmers.
Bachman
April 28, 2010
So sorry for your loss, Owen has touch so many lives. May the Love and Friendship he shared with so many, be comforting to you in the days ahead.
Keeping you in our prayers,
Steve, Justine, Kailyn, Claire, and Caleb Bachman
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