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JIT friends
July 18, 2011
John,
I can't even begin to try and understand how you must feel. Our prayers are with you and your family.
July 16, 2011
John, I am Jan Snider Ward. I married Jim Ward. I am so sorry for your loss. No one should have to go through this. I simply pray that God will wrap His arms around you and love you and comfort you as only the perfect Father can. Jan Ward, Rocky Mt. NC
July 16, 2011
john, so sorry for the loss of your daughter, i know what you are going through as i also lost a child. please know you are on my mind. mike parker, north myrtle beach, s.c. 29582 843-289-1409
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Kathy, Dennis & David
July 15, 2011
Sally,
Lawson will be missed more than words can say, and more than hearts should have to feel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will always remember Lawson as the lovely, lively, energetic child she was when you left San Jose.
Chris Burns
July 15, 2011
Sally,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Continue your faith in God as said in Hebrews 13:5 "he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee." He is still by your side during these trying times.
Jerry Morris
July 15, 2011
John
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish there were words that could comfort you and your family. Peace be with you all
Jerry Morris
Jacqueline Dominguez
July 14, 2011
Thoughts & Prayers to you and your family John..
Jackie Hunnicutt
July 14, 2011
Sally,
I pray that God will give you peace during this time and for the days ahead. Look to Him for comfort and know He loves you.
Jackie Hunnicutt
July 13, 2011
God bless you lawson ...
July 13, 2011
John,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts & Prayers are with you during these times and the days ahead. Please feel free to contact if there's anything needed.
Buddy Williams
New Bern
252-671-3592
Rachel Stogner
July 13, 2011
Sally, my heart is broken for you, for your family. I want so badly to be able to take away your pain... for I know this load must be unbearable. Please please let the one who can bear it all for you take it. Let the Lord be your strength. I love you, I am so sorry for your loss. I will NEVER forget Lawsons bubbly, bouncy little skip in her walk as she would go by my desk... & contgious laugh is right, that is what I have been remembering and thinking about. Sally I will pray for you and your family, and I will have my church family praying. You will get through this, you are one of the strongest women I've ever known. Stand strong, but don't be afraid o break. I love you.
Janna McCall
July 12, 2011
I know words cannot ease the pain in your hearts. I will pray for you all just as I know you have for Lawson everyday of her life. I know God will see you through this.Please if I can ever lend an ear or anything else, don't hesitate.
Aunt Bill
July 12, 2011
Wish I could be with you. My love and prayers are with you. I know God is there to hold you up thru your sorrow.
Love to all.
Rick, Barb, Rachel, and Adrian Williams
July 12, 2011
We cannot fathom the depth of your heartbreak. Lawson was such a strong, vibrant girl. We hope you find comfort in your memories of her and in the warm outpouring of love and support from your friends and family. We miss you all and wish we were there to hug you tight.
Valerie Saracin
July 12, 2011
John, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. There are no words that can make sense of this but know you now have an angel watching over you.
Valerie Saracin
Chapin SC

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Maria, Ken, Kelsey & Cole Bayer
July 12, 2011
I fondly recall Kelsey coming home in 2nd grade and telling me “I made friends with a new girl. She’s from outside California.” Thus was the auspicious start of a great bond between the Manesses and the Bayers and beyond. A bond that grew with water-ski and camping trips, house boating, Indian Princesses, History Mystery parties and the weekly gatherings of the Friday Night Families. Throughout all these activities, I affectionately recall Lawson’s fiery spirit, impeccable manners, quick wit, humorous facial expressions and that wry, mischievous smile. Even at such a young age, she was both an indomitable presence and a spot of sunshine. That bit of sunshine is gone too soon from this world and her loss to her family and friends is unbearable. All we can do is offer our love, support and prayers to Lawson’s loved ones and offer the thought that Lawson is in her final home now with Heaven’s rest, peace and love. But I also like to think that, true to her indomitable spirit, Lawson is flashing that wry smile at an angel or two.
Rest in peace Baby Lawson. You'll be missed.
July 12, 2011
Sally....My heart is breaking for you! Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Lynn called me .... Love you my friend!!! Beth Ellerbe Hubbard...Henderson NC
Craig & Lynda
July 12, 2011
John, Sally and Megan - we are praying for you all. We don't have any words to help ease the loss of 'baby Lawson'. Please know that we out in California are thinking of you, especially this Friday and sending you love and comfort.
Lindsey Waters
July 12, 2011
Lawson was an incredible, bright, vivacious girl. My heart is broken with thoughts of your family and this terrible loss. I wish more than anything that I could be there to attend her funeral - one that has come much too soon. I'll miss her very much. Peace be with you all.
Mrs. Jordan
July 12, 2011
So, so sorry to hear about this. No one understands why things like this happen to such a young soul. Please keep her memories alive and she will forever be with you. God bless all of you.
Tami Shoot
July 12, 2011
I have such fond memories of Lawson from her time in California. What a sweet and beautiful girl! I feel blessed to have known her. My heart is broken to hear of this tragedy. My thoughts and prayer are with her family.
Alessa Mull
July 12, 2011
Great sympathy for the family.
I know I didnt know her very well, but ive seen her around, and I want the family to know that I will pray for you and hope for things to get better. I know how rough it is, and I pray you get through this..
Emily Rogers
July 12, 2011
Grief is a long and difficult journey but may peace be with your family. No one can comfort your soul as God can.
Lawson was a precious gift. Her ability to light up a room has left a remarkable impact on those who have known her. Take her memories and learn from them. She has been blessed with the power to help watch over you.
All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
"I am leaving you with a gift -- peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid." John 14:27
July 12, 2011
God bless you, Lawson. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. You were taken much too soon.
Debbie & Brian Tuck
July 12, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We'll always remember her and the fun times the kids had with her at the Bayers' Friday Night events. She will be missed by all. Lots of love and hugs to you!
Dave & Teresa Hawley
July 12, 2011
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this most difficult time. Look to the Lord for strength and cherish the wonderful memories. Dave & Teresa Hawley (Sanford, NC)
Larry Sawyer
July 12, 2011
John, very sorry about your loss. I tried to get to see you when you were in town for your dad's memorial.I know it has been a long time, but you and Woody come up in conversation all the time. Next time you get to town all the old crowd would like to see you! Please know that we are all thinking of you in your time of need!!

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Erica Camp
July 12, 2011
R.I.P Lawson, I will always remember AP Earth we had together and your crazy stories. You will be missed by all. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss your smiling face and your upbeat personality.
sharon Vasek
July 12, 2011
I'll never forget the fun loving Lawson who came into Paige's life during her years at St. Timothy's and Indian Princesses. We've never stopped thinking about your family since you left the bay area. We're so heartbroken for your family and Cooper still remember's the day of his birthday when Megan and Lawson came over for the unveiling of "Thomas the Tank" his Dad built for him. I have photos of the girls pushing him up and down our little street and will always cherish those memories and the fun times in Indian Princesses. Paige with her "red hair" will always be a constance reminder of what a beautiful young girl the bay area lost. Our prayers are with you. Sharon, Jeff, Paige and Cooper Vasek
July 12, 2011
Thinking of you as you deal with the loss of your lovely, lovely daughter. We are praying for all of her family and friends.
Kathie Morton
July 12, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family that God give you the strength and courage to see you through this most difficult time. Lean on Him and let Him carry you thru. God bless you all, Kathie Morton (former employee of John's)
Teresa Rouse McLean
July 12, 2011
I will keep all of you in my prayers. Big Hug to you!
Leslie Kalmbach
July 12, 2011
I will always remember Lawson braiding her hair in the closing moments of my class. She would create silly hair dos that made us all laugh. Her laughter is one of the many things I will miss about her. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam Lee
July 12, 2011
Our hearts are broken for you. You are in our prayers for the strength to make it through this devestating time. We are here if you need us.
Love, Pam, Chris and Sam Lee
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