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for Joseph Merenda
JoAnne
February 23, 2009
Daddy,
I can't believe that you have been gone for a year already. Every time I go to visit mom I still expect to see you there. I miss you every day and I hope that you can hear me speaking to you. Mom is doing better and we are all taking good care of her. She loves to see little Jackson Joseph (J.J.), Mom calls him Joey. I wish that you could have lived to see him. You would have loved him! He is the light of our lives! I love you daddy and you will always live in my heart and my memories.
Your First Born
Sherri Silva
March 29, 2008
Uncle Joe was always my favorite uncle from the time I was a little kid.
I miss him so much, his smile, his wonderful sense of humor.
My visits to San Jose every year were so enjoyable visiting him and Aunt Alice. I know he is at peace and someday we will see each other again.
I love you always Uncle Joe.
Your niece
March 3, 2008
Daddy, I miss you every day. I hope that you can hear me talk to you in the morning and before I go to sleep. You are always in my thoughts.
You are the best dad that anyone could ever hope for. We were all so blessed to have you in our lives. We are taking care of mom. She is always loved and we are keeping her safe. We all miss you so very much but we know that you are in a wonderful place!
Love you Forever and Always,
Your First Born
With Love Always Your Husband,Your Dad and Grandpa
March 3, 2008
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 1998-2008
Monika Marlow
February 29, 2008
My heartfelt Sympathy in this time of sorrow to you and your families.
Denise Thomas
February 27, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Uncle Joe will be greatly missed, especially his easy smile and sharp sense of humor. Lots and lots of love.
Diane L Thomas
February 26, 2008
Uncle Joe will always hold a special place in my heart. Our family holds many memories and all are good and special. He was always kind and loving to me. He was a perfect FATHER role model for me. I love him and will miss him so very dearly!
Riga Sadeq
February 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your and your families at this time of sorrow.
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