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Memories and Condolences
for Jaye Donahoe
Darryl Schultz
October 27, 2023
Harriet, Yes another year has gone by, but the pain is still in the hearts of all those whose life Jay touched. She will always be remembered with love. Please know that I will have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Love to you my long time friend.
Darryl Schultz
Mom and Family
December 26, 2012
Merry Christmas, Jaye, my beautiful, sweet angel. I'm sure you had a wonderful Christmas with Our Lord and your many relatives and friends. We had a good Christmas, but you were the only thing missing. We all still miss you so much and we always will. Nothing will ever be the same without you. You are always on our minds and you will forever live in our hearts. We love you, baby, and one day we will all meet again.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year with all our love!
December 25, 2011
My Dear Beautiful Daughter Jaye,
Just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you and wishing you were here with us, not just on Christmas, but every day. Although this is our 5th Christmas without you, it doesn't get any better. Our lives will never be the same again. Everyday I wish I could change things…I would give anything I have and do anything I could do to get you back, but I know that can never happen. I have to trust in God and believe that you are in a beautiful place where there is no pain or sorrow…only joy and happiness. I continue to love, miss and pray for you each day and I am sure that your Christmases in Heaven are far more spectacular than any Christmas you could ever have here on earth. We all miss you so much and love you dearly. You will be with us always and our memories of you will live with us forever. Merry Christmas, baby…until we meet again.
With all our love always and forever,
Mom and Family
December 25, 2011
I cried when you passed away.
I still cry today.
Although I loved you dearly
I couldn't make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating
Hard working hands at rest.
God broke my heart to prove to me
He only takes the best.
---Author Unknown
Love and Merry Christmas,
Mom and Family
October 31, 2011
My dear, sweet, beautiful daughter Jaye. Five years ago today, the worst day of my life happened. The music died for us that day and our lives will never be the same. Not one day has gone by that you are not in my thoughts. I long to hold you in my arms, hear the sound of your laughter and see your beautiful, sweet face. The only thing that keeps me going on is knowing that I will be with you again someday. Until then, I will love and miss you dearly and keep my memories of you close to my heart.
With all our love always and forever, Mom & Family
Your loving family
October 31, 2011
THE BROKEN CHAIN
We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, you love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
---Author Unknown---
Mom
October 6, 2011
Happy Birthday to my dear, sweet, beautiful daughter, Jaye. It’s hard to believe that you would be 37 yrs. old today. I know someday we will be together again, but until then you will live on in my heart and my wonderful memories of you will stay with me always. Happy Birthday my sweet angel…I love and miss you more than words can say. Love always,
April 24, 2011
Happy Easter to my sweet and beautiful angel, Jaye. We remember you today on Easter as we do everyday. Our wonderful memories of you will always be with us...always in our minds and forever in our hearts. We will never stop loving you and missing you.
Mom and Family
Mom
January 1, 2011
My beautiful Jaye,
I know this is your favorite time of year and I hope you had a wonderful Christmas in heaven. As we began another new year without you, I want you to know that you will never be forgotten. We will always remember your beautiful face, the sound of your laughter, your crazy sense of humor, your big, bright smile and your kind and compassionate heart. We remember how you loved your family and friends...children...the elderly...and animals. Our wonderful memories of you will never fade away. You will live forever in our minds and hearts. We love you and miss you more than ever. Happy New Year, my beautiful angel, until we meet again. I love you with all my heart.
Mom
October 31, 2010
To my beautiful daughter, Jaye:
Four years ago, I went through the worst day of my life. I lost you, my beautiful, sweet daughter and it changed my life forever. They say that time heals all wounds. That's not true. Just ask anyone that has lost a child. This wound will never heal for me or your family who love and miss you dearly. Our hearts are broken and the cut is much too deep and the bleeding won't stop. My faith tells me that when you left this earth you went on to a much better place and that one day we will be together again. If I didn't believe that I would die of grief. It's the only thing that makes me strong and keeps me going each and every day. I love you, my precious angel, and I look forward to the day when I can see your beautiful face and hold you in my arms once again.
With all my love...fovever and always,
Your Loving Family
October 31, 2010
My Mom tells a lot of lies
She never did before.
From now until the day she dies.
She'll tell a whole lot more.
She used to tell the truth, a lot
But now it doesn't matter.
I died and went to heaven,
Her life is all a-shatter.
Ask my Mom how she is.
She'll say, "I'm doing fine!"
She wants to beg "Please help me.
I lost that girl of mine!"
Ask my Mom, how she is,
She'll say, "I'm alright."
If that's the truth then tell me,
Why does she cry each night?
Ask my Mom, how she is,
She seems to cope so well.
She didn't have a choice, you see,
Nor the strength to yell.
You think you know the feeling,
But this cannot be.
For even though you loved me,
It was not as much as she.
She will smile and tell you,
"It's okay, God has a plan."
But she will turn away and cry,
She just can't understand.
Tell a joke and she will laugh,
But she is not okay
She wants to share the joke with me,
But it will not be today.
I watch from here, in Heaven.
Her distress disturbs my peace.
Will someone please take care of her,
And thus take care of me?
"Some day you will feel better."
"Yes I will." she lies.
She knows this will not happen,
Until the day she dies.
Ask my Mom how she is,
She'll say, "Thank you. Good."
She cannot tell you how she feels.
Oh, how I wish she could.
Ask my Mom how she is,
"I'm fine, I'm well, I'm coping."
For God's sake, Mom, just tell the truth
Just say your heart is broken.
Ask my Mom how she is,
"I'm well, I'm good. And you?"
I'll shake my head in Heaven.
It simply isn't true.
Ask my Mom how she is
And because she can't explain,
She will tell a little lie
She can't describe the pain.
She'll love me all her life.
I loved her all of mine.
But if you ask how she is,
She'll lie and say she's fine.
I am here in Heaven.
I cannot hug from here.
If she lies to you, don't listen.
Hug her, hold her near.
On the day we meet again,
We'll smile and I'll be bold.
I'll say, "You're lucky to get in here, Mom,
With all the lies you told!"
AUTHOR UNKNOWN
Barbara Borel
October 11, 2010
Dear Jaye,
Happy Birthday. I miss you so much everyday. I will never have a friend in my life like the one you were to me. It saddens me that you are not here to see the things we do . But, then I know for a fact that you are here in spirit. I went to see your Mom, Lou, Amy, Heather and Roger & baby Jacob- with Brett. We talked and laughed about so much of your life & I know you were laughing with us when Baby Jacob dances to Micheal Jackson. Who only know what dances you would have taught him by now!. Your mom lives in such a peaceful place, I am sure you visit her there often in the form of birds, Butterfly's and sunsets. That's when I know you visit me. Please take care of all the puppies that I have lost and my sweet Roxie. I know you are " Lovin them up!" I cant wait to see you again one day. Happy Birthday again. ~ Barbara
October 10, 2010
Happy belated birthday Jaye....you are thought of often....wish you were here to meet my kids, they are quite entertaining but you are probably in heaven laughing at them because they sure are funny to!!!!!! love, The Cockrell's
October 7, 2010
Jaye, yesterday was your birthday. Happy Birthday, my beautiful angel. I can't believe you would be 36. We all came to bring you flowers and Jacob even sang Happy Birthday to Aunt Jaye...then he wanted to know if we were going to have cake. I got the feeling that you were looking down on us with a big smile on your face. I'm sure you had a wonderful birthday in Heaven, sweetheart. We love you and we miss you more than ever. There's not a day that goes by that you're not thought of and missed. You will live on in our hearts forever.
With all our love,
Mom and Family
Eric Martinez
August 26, 2010
I live in New Mexico and have never met your family. This morning, I prayed that God would help my wife and I to find a safe vehicle for our family.
I thought I had found a good deal and when I was reading online reviews on this vehicle, I came across your story and was shocked and heartbroken.
I am so very sorry for your family's loss, and I am grateful that your family has decided to share your story. I will not make that purchase after all.
I pray God continues to bless your family with healing and hope. May the Lord's goodness and mercy be prevalent in all your lives.
EM
April 4, 2010
Happy Easter my beautiful, sweet angel. Our loving thoughts are with you today as they are everyday. Wonderful memories of you continue to keep you alive in all of our hearts. We miss you so much and always will.
With all our love forever and always,
Mom and Family
December 23, 2009
My dear beautiful Jaye,
As always, my thoughts and prayers are with you...but, especially, at Christmas...your favorite day of the year. I would give anything to have you with us...but I know you will be with us in spirit. We all miss you so very, very much. The holidays just aren't the same without you. Nothing's the same without you. My Christmas wish for you is that you are the happiest you have ever been and that you have the most beautiful Christmas with Our Lord and all of your family and friends that have gone before us. Although you've been taken from us, you will continue to live on in our hearts forever. I know that one day we will be together again. Merry Christmas, my beautiful angel.
With all our love...always and forever,
Mom and Family
Barbara Borel
November 27, 2009
Yesterday, Jacob showed me a gist that his mother gave him. It was a porcelain snowman. I busted into tears because I know how much you loved snowmen. It was your favorite around Christmas time. SO here we are again another holiday season with out you. I will never forget the 1st time you and I did anything outside of work.... You , Kaylyn and I went to the snow in city park... You were sick and I made you tea after. You pulled me out of my shell and made me live my life and I think since you have been gone, I am slowly crawling back in it. Just know that you are thought of often and your kindness will never be forgotten I love you Jaybird......Til we meet again
October 7, 2009
I hope you had a wonderful birthday in heaven, my beautiful angel. I will love and miss you always.
Mom
Jason Barger
May 12, 2009
I knew Jaye since we were very young at st. lawerence. I was a year older but we used to play kickball a lot at recess. We later worked together at the movie theatre in kenner and became good friends. I remember going with her to her mawmaw's house on Voison while we were i guess at Delgado. I have fond memories of us singing "Hey Jude" together with that silly keyboard she had.
My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. I miss her.
Mom
April 13, 2009
To my beautiful and sweet angel, Jaye. I'm sure you had a wonderful and happy Easter in heaven. Holiday's for us seem so empty without you. You will always live on in our hearts and remain in our thoughts every day of every year until we're all together again. You are truly loved and sorely missed by your family and friends. You will never be forgotten, my beautiful daughter.
I will love and miss you forever,
Mom
December 26, 2008
Merry Christmas, Jaye, my beautiful angel. The holidays will never be the same without you. We all love you and miss you so much. I know how much you loved Christmas....it was your favorite holiday. We laughed and cried as we talked about our Christmas memories with you and we know that you were with us in spirit. I hope you had a wonderful and glorious Christmas in Heaven.
With all my love on Christmas and always,
Mom
November 1, 2008
My precious angel, with lots of help from God, family and friends, I made it through another year without you. I miss you every single day of my life and I love you with all my heart. There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t think of you. I don’t know if you can hear me, but I talk to you all the time. I have to trust in God and believe that you are happier than ever and in a much better place than we are. I know God knows what he is doing and I’m sure He had bigger and better plans for you. I’ll see you when I get there. Until then, you will live in my heart for the rest of my life on earth.
With all my love always and forever,
Mom
October 6, 2008
Happy Birthday, my sweet angel
You’d be 34 today
And the thought of you not being here
Just takes my breath away
I have no wrapped gifts for you
Just some flowers and a prayer
Still I’ll come for your birthday
Though I know that you’re not there
I wonder how I’ve made it
This far without you, Jaye
Lots of prayers and memories, too
Are what gets me through each day
And when the day is done
I go to bed and pray
And somewhere deep inside my soul
I can hear you say
“Go on, Mom, live your life
I’m here with my paw-paw
The family needs you more than I
And Jacob needs “maw-maw”
Please don’t worry about me, Mom
There’s nothing you can do
I’m with our Heavenly Father
And we’re praying for you, too
And when you’re time is up
We’ll meet again, you’ll see
And just like the old times
We’ll be happy….you and me.”
Happy Birthday, my precious Jaye.
I love and miss you everyday,
Mom
August 18, 2008
I love you, my baby. You are constantly on my mind. I miss you more and more everyday. You will always remain in my thoughts, in my prayers and, most of all, in my heart. The school year has started and I was thinking how much you would enjoy meeting your new students and seeing all your old students. This would be such an exciting time for you.
I wish so much that you could see Jacob. He already knows his Aunt Jaye. We show him your pictures and he kisses you. He even tries to say your name. As he gets older, he'll know all about you. I can promise you that.
Your family loves and misses you so much. You will never, ever be forgotten. Though you are no longer with us in this life, you will always be a part of our lives. Until we meet again, have a wonderful time in heaven.
Love you always,
Your Husband
May 10, 2008
Happy Mother's day my girl. I hope you are taking good care of baby Jordan. Looking foward to being with ya'll again one day. Love ya'll very much.
Your Husband
February 14, 2008
Happy Valentine's day my girl. We met at Starbucks 4 years ago tomorrow. I still can't believe that you are gone. Keep looking after us until I see you again. Love you always my angel.
Mom
February 14, 2008
Happy Valentine’s Day, my girl. I couldn’t let this day go by without telling you how much I love you. The whole family sends their love to you this Valentine’s Day and always.
I love you with all my heart,
Mom
January 20, 2008
Happy Anniversary, Baby
Today would be your 2nd wedding anniversary and it makes me sick that I can’t be celebrating it with you and Patrick. There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t long for you and wish things were different. Everyone tells me that you are in a better place and the happiest you’ve ever been. I want to believe that so bad….it’s just that I can’t imagine you being any happier than you were on your wedding day. Your beautiful, radiant smile will be forever etched in my mind.
With all my love….forever and always,
Your Husband
January 19, 2008
Jaye,
I wanted to wish you happy 2 year wedding anniversy my girl. I can't believe it is 2 years and you are not here to celebrate it with me. I sold our house and I am moving all your things and it was really hard moving them. I love and miss you.
Mom
January 2, 2008
Happy New Year, my precious angel. Another new year….another year without you in it. I’ll never get used to that. I love you and miss you terribly. Nothing is the same without you.
Always on my mind and forever in my heart,
Mom
December 26, 2007
Merry Christmas, Baby
I hope you had a wonderful Christmas in heaven. Our Christmas’s will never be the same without you. I thought about you all day today….we all did. Christmas was your favorite time of year and I’d give anything to be spending it with you. Just know that you will always live on in our hearts….not just on Christmas….but everyday of the year until we're together again.
With all my love forever and ever,
Your Loving Husband
December 18, 2007
To my wonderful Wife,
Merry Christmas my girl. I miss you so much. This will be my second Christmas without you and still can't belive that you are gone. Christmas was your favorite time of year and sucks that I can't buy anymore gifts for you. Love you always and forever my angel. Your loving Husband
Rose Ranzino Martin
November 21, 2007
To My Beautiful Friend Jaye,
It has been over a year since you've been gone and I have not written to you once,I found it extremely hard to do,but something happened this past week that changed my life forever.
On thursday Nov.15,I faced the worst day of my life,the day I dreaded forever--the death of my mom.The only comfort was that I knew you were there waiting for her.Little did I know that you would be the one who would await my treasure in her beautiful new world.All of those years we were best friends,you were also my moms angel in disguise!
I brought you a basket of my moms flowers today to say thank you for being at the gates of heaven to welcome my mom when she arrived.I can't think of a better person to greet her than you!She always told me how much she missed you and she couldn't believe you were gone(you were always one of her daughters),I am more than sure she was so happy to see you and all of her family and friends when she arrived!
Jaye,please take care of my mom(I know you will!).Give her hugs and kisses from me all the time and let her know how much I love her!Just like I wrote to you in a birthday card one year,you are my magical friend(we laughed at that time,but now I see it was so true)!
Miss you & Love you,
ROSE
P.S. Can't wait to dance with you and mom in heaven,but until then keep dancing and never let her go
Terry and Norman Siles
November 1, 2007
Jaye,
I can't believe it's a year that has passed. I can still remember how silly we were together, we had so much fun. I think about you everyday and missing you. I know you are our angel looking down on us and keeping us safe. We love you.
Love, the Siles Family
October 31, 2007
My Husband, My Love
Lying here upon this starry night
I’m so happy to be in love
Is this real, is this right
Flying high like a dove
Over the clouds, a rainbow above thee
There is no rain, only sunshine
Flowers bloom before me
A mesmerizing, unbelievable sign
As I gaze into your eyes
Endless like a peaceful sea
My heart is shocked, what a great surprise
I am finally free to love thee
A beautiful breath of fresh air
Oh, my love, what a precious pair
Author---Jaye Donahoe
Mom
October 31, 2007
To my beautiful daughter, Jaye,
It’s been a year and I can’t believe I made it. I never thought I’d be able to go on without you. If not for the grace of God and the love and support of my wonderful husband, family and friends I would not have been able to get through this most difficult and painful time of my life. I will never forget the loyalty and devotion of your good friends or the kindness of the staff, the parents and your students at St. Rosalie. You were, and still are, loved by so many people. I was, and still am, very proud and honored to be your mother. There’s not a day that goes by when I don’t talk to you and tell you how much I love and miss you. I pray to God that you hear me. I look forward to the day when we are reunited again. Until then, I will cherish my wonderful memories of you and you will live on in the hearts of so many who love and miss you.
With all my love,
Elizabeth Cockrell
October 31, 2007
Dear Jaye,
I cannot believe it has been a year since you are gone.October 31st will never be the same,the whole family thinks of you often and your family knows if there is ever anything they need that we are here for them.You are missed by them so much and us as well.
Love, The Cockrell's and The Berry's
Casey Marin
October 31, 2007
To my most precious friend Jaye,
I cannont beleive a whole year has passed without you in it! It feels like just yesterday that you were taken from us. We all miss you and love you. I wake up every morning thinking about you. There have been so many ups and downs in my life since you been gone just wish you were still hear to give me the advice that you always did. Just watch over all of us including your family, patrick, and Barbara. Patrick really has come a long way within the past month we are all so proud of him! I just know that you are looking down on him and you are proud of him too. Until we meet again Jaye, I will always love you and remember you!
Tina Brown
October 26, 2007
It's hard to believe that it's been a year since Ms. Donahoe was taken from us that morning on her way to school. My son , who was in her 3rd grade class, still has her picture and the poem that he read at her memorial service in his room. It is amazing what a huge impact she made in his life in just the short time he had with her. However, reading this guest book through the past year.... she made an impact on many people. May God be with her family as they try to get through the 1 year anniversary of her passing. Know that she touched many children's hearts and will never be forgotten!
( Dylan Goff )
Your Husband
October 23, 2007
To my wonderful wife Jaye,
I cannot not believe it has been a year that God has taken you away from us. This past year has been the worst ever in my life. I know you are happy and in a better place then we are, but the past year has been filled with so many emotions. Sad, angry, depressed, lost, overwhelmed, are some of the emotions I feel everyday since you have been gone. I look back from the time we met that day after Valentine's day and see how happy we were. I could not ask for anybody better to come into my life. After we got to know each other better, I knew I wanted to spend the rest of my life with you. We had to work for everthing we wanted. We finally got married in January and I could not ask for a better wedding. It was such a wonderful day. The day you told me you were pregnent was another day that I will never forget. We were so thrilled, then when you lost the baby we layed on the air matress and had a good cry together. We were going to be ok as long as we had each other. Then we finally mover into our new house on your birthday which we were so excited about, and you finally found a job you enjoyed no matter how far you had to travel. The last weekend we spent together was amazing because we spent it together just the way we liked it. On Holloween morning you were taken away from us. Everything in our lives were falling into place, and in a blink of an eye you are gone to heaven. I really have been lost without you. I thank God everyday that he brought you into my life, and to share your love and kindness to me and everyone around you. I will always tresure the memories we have spent with each other. I love you and miss you so much. I will do everything to keep your spirit and memory alive forever.
Kathy Bondi
October 10, 2007
Dearest Jaye,
Your first birthday in Heaven....I'm sure it was better than all others and yet you are missed...still.
I read the poem your precious mom wrote to you and I'm really not sure anyone or anything can be done to answer her request, but if there is a way, could you let her know that you are ok and happy? We will see you again!
All my love,
k
October 9, 2007
Happy Birthday Jaye Rose... Your laugh and smile is very muched missed and I will always remember the good times we had... Till we meet again, please watch over all of us...
Love ya!
Shellie..
October 7, 2007
Mrs. Donahoe,
Yesterday my son Tre' came to me and said, "today is Mrs. Donahoe's Birthday" I could not believe he remembered, but that tells me how much you ment to him. He still talks about you and how much he liked you. How he could talk baseball with you, because your husband collected cards. So, from Tre' (who is doing great in 4th grade this year!)" HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
Thank you again for leaving such an impression on my son.
Mrs. Mouriz
Terry Siles
October 7, 2007
Jaye, I never forget your birthday.I miss you with all my love. Ms. Terry
Your Husband
October 6, 2007
Jaye,
Happy 33rd birthday my girl. I miss you so much. We would have been in our new house for a year today. We all love and miss you so much, Love Patrick, Lilly, Gracy, Zoey, Pablo, Toby, and Tyler is up with you
October 6, 2007
Happy Birthday, Jaye!!!!
From me, Pat, your family and friends,
Mrs. Debbie & Mr. Kevin
We’ll celebrate your life on earth
Hope you’re having a blast in heaven
Love, Amy
Mom
October 6, 2007
Today’s your birthday, my darling daughter
I wish I could make it better
My prayers are all I have for you
And the words written in this letter:
To my beautiful daughter, Jaye
If only….
You were sick that day
And had to stay in bed
Or if you just had stayed awhile
To make sure the pets were fed
If only….
You had stumped your toe
And had to sit a minute
My life would be so happy
Because you’d still be in it
If only….
You had taken the time
To give the dog another treat
The white truck speeding down I-10
Might be miles up the street
If only….
You went back inside
To get something you forgot
The time that you spent doing that
Would take more minutes off the clock
If only….
I had known your fate
Just the night before
I would have come to hold you tightly
And never let you out the door
If only….
One thing changed that day
That would’ve stopped you from leaving
The family would be whole again
And we could all stop grieving
If only….
I had reasons why
I just don’t understand
Why did God take you from us
I wish I knew His plan
If only….
You knew how much you meant
To so many who miss you so
Your third grade class at St. Rosalie
They loved Mrs. Donahoe
If only….
I could hold you again
Kiss you and say good-bye
And tell you that you’ll live in my heart
Until the day I die
If only….
You could tell me
I only wish I knew
If you were really, truly happy
Maybe I’d be happy, too
If only…..
You could see your friends
And what a help they’ve been
They’re taking care of Patrick
You’d be so proud of them
If only….
You could feel the love
You did as Patrick’s wife
Then you would know, without a doubt,
That you were his whole life
If only….
You could see your nephew
He’s so cute and fat
They named him Jacob Patrick
After you and Pat
If only….
You could hear me say
All my love to you I send
You were more than just my daughter
You were also my best friend
So, Happy Birthday, baby
From me, your sister and brother
Pat, and the rest of your family and friends
With all my love, Your Mother
Elizabeth LeBlanc
May 10, 2007
Dear Jaye:
I never had the opportunity to meet you and probably passed you in the hallways of St. Rosalie School on several occasions. I have been reading your guest book from the beginning and continue to do so with joy as I watch your family make entries of their love and dedication to you. I have been wanting to make an entry in your guest book for quite some time, but was never quite sure what to say. My daughter is a student at St. Rosalie School and is presently in Mrs. Landry’s class. As you know, this week is Teacher’s Appreciation Week and as I was wrapping Mrs. Landry’s present tonight, my thoughts then turned to you. I felt that now was the time to finally make my entry into your guest book. I felt it important for you to be acknowledged as well as all of the other teachers at St. Rosalie School for being a support system for our children this school year. Even though my daughter was not in your class, her response to me was that “she was a really nice teacher”. I read many of your student’s entries and know that you made such an impact on these children’s lives in the few months that you shared the classroom with them and I say “Thank You“ for your loving dedication as a teacher. You and your family will always be in my prayers.
Mom
April 8, 2007
Happy Easter, my girl. This is our first Easter without you and we all miss you so much. This family is not the same without you. We still can't believe you're gone. We talk about you all the time and remember all the good times and all the silly things you said and did to make us laugh. You may already know this, but Roger and Heather had the baby last Monday. They named him Jacob Patrick, after you and Patrick. He's so beautiful. I know you would love him and he would adore his Aunt Jaye. Don't worry, baby, he's going to know all about his Aunt Jaye. Everyday of my life I wish so much that you were here. I miss everything about you. You're always in my thoughts and you will remain there for the rest of my life. We all send our love to you this Easter and always.
With all my love,
Louis
March 12, 2007
Dear Jaye,
Today marks two years since I first met you and your mother. It was my first date with your mother and the first time that I spoke to you. You were then and still remain, one of the nicest people I ever met. It was you, I later found out, that put in a good word for me to your mother, that you thought I was a very nice man. I appreciated that compliment and I want you to know that I have lived up to those good standards. I will always take care of your Mom. I will always love and protect her.......and I will always, day after day, remember you, that beautiful smile of yours, and your wonderful personality. You're in my prayers each and every day.
Kevin Donahoe
March 1, 2007
hello daughter in law.....
last night was wednesday......you should have been over eating supper and talking about your day with the kids at St. Rosalie.....every wednesday, it hits me.....i miss having you over........everybody misses you......toby misses you.......i am taking good care of him for you......he keeps me awake at night because he wants to play......but thats okay....
Your Husband
February 14, 2007
To my wonderful wife. I just wanted to tell you happy valentine's day and that I love you and miss you so very much. I will always remember and cherish the times we shared together. The day we are reunited in heaven I will be happy again.
Mom
February 14, 2007
To my beautiful angel on Valentine’s Day. I love and miss you so much. There isn’t a day that goes by that you’re not in my thoughts. I have so many wonderful memories of you that are deeply etched in my mind. I will always remember your beautiful smiling face, your terrific sense of humor, the sound of your voice and your great laugh that made everybody laugh . You will always be a part of me. There will never be a day that you’re not in my heart. You will live there forever, my baby. Happy Valentine's Day....I love you, my precious girl.
Mario Arteaga
January 25, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mom
January 20, 2007
To my beautiful daughter, Jaye. Today would have been your one-year wedding anniversary and our hearts are breaking because you are not here to celebrate it with your loving husband and family. I can’t help but think what a difference a year can make. One year ago was the happiest day of your life. I will never forget the way you looked on the night of your wedding. Your beauty was breathtaking and your smile was radiant. I’ll always remember how special you made me feel that night. After you danced with your father, you walked over to me, took my hand and led me to the dance floor. You and I danced to “Because You Loved Me”. You surprised me and told me that you picked that song because it was how you felt about me. It will always be my favorite song and I want you to know that “I’m everything I am because YOU loved ME”. Although I only had you for 32 years, I am grateful for that time with you and thankful that God chose me to be your mother. I was so fortunate to have such a wonderful daughter and a great friend. You may be gone, but you will never be forgotten. You will live in my mind and in my heart until I take my last breath and, when that day comes, it’ll be a happy day for me because I will be with you again. Happy Anniversary, Sweetheart, from all of us. We miss you terribly.
With all my love forever and always,
Sherry Richard
December 7, 2006
Jaye was a sweet and wonderful person. My prayers are with you.
Randy Ussery
December 2, 2006
Jaye's Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. You probably rememember me...I was Jaye's Air Force Recruiter. More importantly, she was a good friend and a beautiful person. She will always hold a special place in my heart for the many things we had in common and the good times we had. We kind of lost touch when I left New Orleans but I never forgot her. I am so happy to discover that she met a loving husband and had a wonderful life. My prayers are with you.
Tyler Hunter
November 17, 2006
Dear Miss Donahoe I know that my Mimi wrote to you but I want you to know how much I miss you and wish you were still here teaching my third grade class at St. Rosalie. God will bless you and watch over you.
Rose and Jaye
November 13, 2006
Jason Trick
November 11, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I went to St Lawrence with Jaye from kindergarten to 8th grade. She will be in our prayers.
Wendy Ferguson Castillo
November 10, 2006
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I first met Jaye at Mr. Tony's dancing school and later in high school at Chapelle. What a joy she was to be around, always smiling!! She will be missed dearly. Please know that her family will be in my prayers.
Jaye & Patrick
November 9, 2006
Jaye and Mom - Jan. 20, 2006
November 9, 2006
Jaye & bridesmaids and flower girl, niece Kacey
November 9, 2006
Jaye, Patrick and Patrick's parents
November 9, 2006
Bridal Shower - Sister Amy, Aunt Debbie, Mom, Jaye and Maw-maw
November 9, 2006
Mrs. Donahoe - 3rd Grade Teacher at St. Rosalie
November 9, 2006
Jaye & Patrick - Jan. 20, 2006
November 9, 2006
Jayme Kreller
November 9, 2006
To Jaye's family, The Kreller Family wanted to let you know that we are very sorry for your loss. We heard the horrible news today and will keep you in our prayers.
Kay,Jimmy,Jayme and Staci
Cynthia Martin
November 8, 2006
Harriett (and Family). There are no words to express my sympathy for you. I'm so sorry I could not attend Jaye's service, but know that my prayers are with you now and always. Your Houston co-worker at Dominion-Cynthia H Martin
November 7, 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
Denise Leahart
November 7, 2006
Harriet, I just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss and I'm here if you need me. I think of you often.
We miss you, Your 3rd grade class
November 7, 2006
I remember your beautiful face.
The beauty that time could not erase.
I remember your smile and gentle touch.
The way you taught me so very much.
Science, English, and 9 x 2 —
All of these hold memories of you.
I got so angry when I heard that day,
Why had God taken you away?
It took a while for me to see,
What the answer could ever be.
Then the answer came as clear as glass.
God needed you there to teach his class.
So good-bye sweet teacher, you taught me well.
Angel school is starting — God's ringing the bell.
Deanna Hunter
November 7, 2006
Jaye Rose Donahoe was my grandson, Tyler Hunter's, 3rd grade teacher this year at St. Rosalie. He talked about her often and adored her. She will be missed tremendously by everyone who has ever met her. We are deeply sorry for your loss and send our love and prayers.
Karen Donnow
November 6, 2006
Harriet,
I just learned of your tragic loss and I want you to know I will always be here, for you, even if all you need is someone to talk to (Debbie too.) I am so sorry for your loss - words can't describe how I feel...
Karen Donnow
Christy Daigle
November 6, 2006
Harriet,
I just heard of the loss of your daughter, and it seems like she was a sweet person just like her mom. I just wanted you to know that I was thinking of you as many are here at Ochsner.
Deanna Bryant
November 6, 2006
The sweet and gentle soul of Jaye Rose will be carried forever in the hearts of all who knew her and whose lives she touched in her special way. She was in every way a truly beautiful person. May the love and closeness you shared help sustain you during this difficult time. My prayers are with you always.
Darren Fleming
November 6, 2006
Dear Roger and Harriet,
You may not remember me but Jaye and I were very good friends over 20 years ago when you all lived on 25th Street in Metairie. My family in New Orleans informed me of your loss and I am so very sorry. Jaye was a great friend that brightened my childhood and I always look back on those time with her, Roger Jr. and Amy with a smile. To me, she will always be that young girl I played house with. My heart goes out to both of you and her husband.
Kim Hudson
November 6, 2006
To the Mitchell Family, I'm very sorry for the loss of your daugther/sister. I knew Jaye very well through State Farm Ins. May God be with you at this time of sorrow.
Judie Hebert
November 5, 2006
Dear Patrick,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your beloved Jaye. I was lucky to meet her once or twice, and speak with her via email. Your family has had more than your share of losses. I promise to keep you and your family in my prayer's. If I can do anything to help you, please don't hesitate to call. God be with you always.
Lynda Townsend Rios
November 5, 2006
I went to St. Lawrence with Jaye form K-2 and then we were classmates at Chapelle again later. I haven't seen Jaye since Chapelle, but I remember her as such a sweet and friendly person. I am very sorry, and you all are in my prayers. I know Jaye will be sorely missed. God Bless you all.
Chris Roth
November 5, 2006
To the Mitchell family, I am very sorry to hear of Jaye's passing. We met Jaye over 20 years ago, when our families were at Westgate playground. I remember, when in 1986 she was with the Siles family, as they joined my family in Gatlinburg. I last saw her about 5 years ago, when I waited on her and her family at a local restaurant. I will always remember her smile, laugh and great disposition. May God bless you in this difficult time.
Victoria Ranzino
November 5, 2006
I'm very sorry about the loss of your daughter and wife. I am Rose's niece and I have known Jaye for my whole life. She was practically a part of my family. She will be greatly missed by me and also my family. Here is something that I made, Jaye was truly my inspiration ~If you ever had a bad day, her smile would brighten it.If something happened that made you cry, her laugh would comfort you. If someone told you something sad, her hugs would give you hope.~
With all of my love,
JUDY MIGLIORE
November 5, 2006
May God be with you and your family at this time of sorrow.You and your family are in our thoughs and prayers..Santo and Judy Migliore
(FROM ST.BERNARD now in Social Circle,GA....)
Chelyn Brantley
November 4, 2006
My name is Che' and I worked with Jaye at Quarter View Restaurant. I just found out about Jaye today and I am in total shock...We had such a great time at work!! She had us laughing all the time..even when we probably shouldn't have been. Jaye actually came into the restaurant like 2 weeks ago, and I am so grateful to have spoken with her. I miss her already.. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Kim Patin Balser
November 4, 2006
Dear Donahoe & Mitchell Family,
I went to Chapelle with Jaye and I will always remember her smile. I ran into her recently and she was still the same...happy.I will always remember her.I am so sorry for your loss and will keep your Family in my daily prayers.
Sherri Eck
November 4, 2006
Dear Roger and Harriet,
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. I have such fond memories of the Mitchells and St. Lawrence. My prayers are with you.
Taylor Thomas
November 4, 2006
My name is Taylor Thomas and I am a third grade student at St. Rosalie. I am a student of Ms. Donahoe's class. I love her very much and will never forget her she is my favorite teacher. I will miss giving her hugs everyday and I will carry her picture with me always. My mommy says that I should not cry anymore because Ms. Donahoe is watching me and always will watch me and my class. I pray for Ms. Donahoe, her husband, her parents and her family. I will always love her and never forget her she is a special person.
Taylor Thomas
BRANDI HOUSTON
November 4, 2006
Mr. Donahoe and family,
I am Brandi's mom April and I just want you all to know that she had a positive effect on my daughter's life, she loved going to school this year and her grades were great. She came home everyday saying Mrs. Donahoe did this and that. She is taking this really hard and she loved her. You are all in my thought's and prayers. I know that no one will replace her in my little girls life because all she talked about was Mrs. Donhoe. She could not make it today because she is not taking it well. I just wanted you to know how much your lovely wife and daughter meant to our family and we only knew her for such a short time, she was truly a great teacher and will be missed by my family. Brandi is going to write now, god bless you all. I love Mrs. Donahoe and I will miss her. She was a great teacher. love Brandi
Mary & Randy Popovich
November 4, 2006
I'll never forget her cute personality; especially her laugh. She was such a vivacious person. Jaye will always be in our hearts. We will never forget her. Just know she is in our thoughts and prayers. She will be missed terribly. We are here for you. Love Mary and Randy
Victoria Ranzino
November 4, 2006
Dear the Donahoe and Mitchell family, I am so sorry about your loss. I heard how bad the car looked, but knowing Jaye for the past 11 years I know for a fact that she was as beautiful as always. Ya'll have been in my prayers and that is where ya'll will stay. I hope you and your family can recover form this horrible disaster knowing that she will always be with you, and knowing that shse is safe with God. May God bless you all.
Victoria Ranzino
November 4, 2006
Dear the Donahoe and Mitchell family, i am very sorry about your loss. I heard how bad the car was, but knowing Jaye for eleven years i know for a fact that she was as beautiful as always. I hope that you and your family can recover from this horrible disaster knowing that she is with God. Ya'll have been in my prayers and ya'll will stay. May God bless every one of you.
Michael Daly
November 4, 2006
To the family of Jaye:
I went to St. Lawrence with Jaye and always remember her smile. I feel honored to have known such a wonderful person. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Jaye's family.
With deepest sympathy,
Kirk Melton
November 3, 2006
Dear Ms. Harriet, Mr. Roger, Roger & Amy,
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel upon hearing of the loss of your baby girl and sister. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. It is hard to believe that someone I have known since I was a child at St. Lawrence, someone who was always so cheery, is no longer with us. I regret having lost contact with Jaye and all of you over the years. God bless you, Jaye.
Melissa & Taylor LeBlanc
November 3, 2006
My daughter is a 6th grade student of St. Rosalie. We both are very sorry for your loss. We have heard wonderful things about Mrs. Donahue. Our prayers are with all of you.
Amanda Gillane Guess
November 3, 2006
I will always remember Jaye and the silly, crazy things our families would do. I remember all the good times growing up, from dancing on the bed singing "vacation" with Jaye, Amy and my sister Kristy, to the Christmas parties the Mitchell's had. Jaye was always the one to make you sime and laugh. I will miss her, but will remember the memories we all share. YOU WILL BE MISSSED JAYE ROSE!
Susan Dazet
November 3, 2006
Patrick,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife Jaye. What the two of you shared in your short time together, many people don't share in a lifetime. My prayer for your and your families is that God will bless you with the peace that passes all understanding. I am so glad that we were neighbors for a short while.
Fowler Family
November 3, 2006
Dear Ms Harriet and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Jaye was a wonderful woman. We will miss her always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this painful time.
Love always,
Melissa and Melanie
Kristy Gillane Thevenot
November 3, 2006
I have been friends with Jaye my entire life. All of my memories of her are special, from pretending to be sleeping in her bed so I could sleep over to finding out we were going to be related when she married Patrick. Jaye was always happy and could always make you smile. I am truly going to miss her. There will always be a special place in my heart for Jaye Rose.
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