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Ward Decker
July 7, 2007
I have recently learned of Tims passing and wish too express my deepest sympathy. Tim and I once took a trip together to vist the King sisters in Minnesota. I will allways remeber Tim as a good hearted and fun loving person.
Laura King
May 31, 2007
My condolences to the family. I was shocked and saddened to learn of Tim's passing. We shared many good times in the past, and I've thought of him often throughout the years. God bless.
Nancy King-Watts
April 20, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Tim. He was a very special person. He was kind, smart, funny, and was always the life of the party. I have many fond memories of Tim as we did spend some time together when we were kids. Tim will be deeply missed by many. Take care and know that there is an angel watching over you. I think that is how I found this out.
My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you during this very difficult time. God Bless.
Nancy King-Watts
Chris Kleckner
March 20, 2007
I just saw this about Tim and I wanted to express my sincere sorrow and prayers to Tim's family. Tim and I used to ski the Pines together and he was such a good friend to me. His positive outlook on life even after the accident was an inspiration to me. I still remember the white ski jacket and Hanson boots he wore when we hit the slopes together and it makes me smile.
A measure of a mans life is how he is remembered by his friends and Tim is remembered by me as a funloving light spirited man who always had a smile to offer.
Nicholas Dogris, Ph.D.
January 25, 2007
I just learned about Tim's passing. Tim and I attended CSPP prior to his becoming ill. We became friends and went through the program together. He was and still is an inspiration to me as he showed the type of courage that is sorely missing from the world today. I am so sorry that he is gone. You are in my thoughts my friend.
Mike Smith
December 22, 2006
Tim, I'll miss you a lot, I hadn't seen you since high school, but heard about your accident from a friend. We met in class in your senior year, you were outgoing and had your own style, and made life really fun. Going to the Fitness Barn a few times, a few rides home in the Camaro, it was exciting to be around you. I heard you went out west to study, I only wish we could have hung out again when you came back. You were a great friend, someone fun to be around, much love to you Tim.
Kim Lahman
December 1, 2006
Gail and Alan,
Tim was a great inspiration to me. He was there for my son on several occasions and was ready to help in any way he could. I so appreciated everything he did for my family and for just being a kind and giving person.
VHS Class of 1986
November 21, 2006
Mr & Mrs Atha,
We were very sad to learn of Tim's passing. Alot of us have spent the past week sharing alot of stories about Tim and praying for you. He was a wonderful friend, terrific classmate and an inspiration to many.
Steve Brown
November 18, 2006
Gail and Alan,
My Mother Sue broke the sad news to me last Sunday. Ive known of Tim's declining health the past few years and know that Tim's fight and attitude from day one of his accident is one of wich we all should learn from. As parents, you should be extremely proud of how a man took a major set back in his life and used it to help the lifes of others by his unbelievable leadership and example. As I drove home, I thought to myself;Man not only is Tim walking again today but he's got to be copping some major air with his Angel wings. Our prayers are with you during this time of heavy hearts.
S. Brown and Family
Gregg & Jamie
November 18, 2006
I've known you for the last six years, and Jamie has for the last two. It is with deep sorrow that we learn of your death, but in our hearts we know that you are in a much better place.
Tim, it is only fitting that you passed on Veteran's Day because you have fought a war that many a man would have given up a long time ago. May you rest in peace my friend. Until we meet again, you rest easy and take care......
Nicole Gomersall
November 17, 2006
To the Atha Family,
My heart sank at the news of Tim’s passing. I went to school with Tim from Immanuel Lutheran to Ball State. I would see him quite a bit at BSU; he was always the same, happy, joyful and had that smile that would light up any room. He was such a charismatic person from 1st grade on. I remember his Kiss posters and his prized Boa Constrictor, his obsession of skiing, his caring/generous heart and his passion for life! You can’t help but smile when thinking about him. We should all learn to live as Tim did with a zest for life, compassion and a love for all people. We have lost a wonderful person, but God has received an angel.
Tiaya Derr
November 17, 2006
Kjerstin, Gale and Al,
I am so sorry to hear of Tim's passing. Tim was such a wonderful spirit. I have so many memories of him as a teenager hanging out at my house and my granparents with Jeffery. He was always smiling and laughing. Over the years I would see him out at Binwilly's and he was the same fun loving Tim. He'd say Hi Ti! with that great big smile, just like when I was a kid like no time had passed. He was a kind, loving soul and he will be missed.
~Tiaya
Maria Vreeke
November 16, 2006
Mr. & Mrs. Atha and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I graduated high school with Tim and also went to Ball State.
~Maria (Miller) Vreeke
Patti Avaritt
November 16, 2006
So sorry to read about Timothy's passing!!! I always helped Tim if he had any questions or needed anything at Centier-Valpo North. I'm so sorry about your loss!! :)
Centier Bank
November 16, 2006
We are very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy from the staff at Centier Bank - Valpo North office.
Connie Metz
November 16, 2006
Gail and Alan,
My husband and I were clients of yours back in probably the 1990's. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you now as he is with Tim. I am sure he was a wonderful young man, from talking with you, and the things I have read in this guestbook.
I will pray for your family.
Connie McDaniel Metz
Pamela Bartelmann (maiden name, Edwards)
November 15, 2006
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Atha,
I was a classmate at VHS with Tim and am sorry to hear of his battles and struggles in his shortened life. My thoughts and prayers are with you and we all know Tim is no longer in pain and is soaring with the angels watching over all of you.
God bless you all and this most difficult time.
Mike Christensen
November 15, 2006
To Tim, I am so greateful to have shared part of my life with you. We started as college roommates and developed a friendship that will never ever be forgotten. You had the greatest spirit, people always wanted to be around you, especially the girls. Remember our trip to Yosemite or the Thanksgiving we spent feeding the homeless in LA? All things you instigated and that I will never forget. I will miss you brother, cruising in the Camaro, watching Bears games, and our long phone conversations. I always looked up to you Tim your Tenacity, humor, brilliance, and compassion. Thank you for being my best man and most of all my best friend, the best friend I will ever have. I will never forget you and will always love you brother.
Mikey C.
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Judy/Jill Taylor
November 15, 2006
Gail, we were in ceramics together. Tim weighed 10 # at birth you said. So did my daughter Lori. I was married to Dr. Taylor when your daughter was born, and I am so very sorry for your loss. He sounds like he was a wonderful and special man. Again, so very sorry for you all.
Jan Lavender
November 15, 2006
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved son. While we cannot understand why these things happen, we know that all things precious remain in our hearts and memories forever. I am praying that God will cover you with grace as you struggle through this very trying time and that your faith will sustain you.
Linda Szalmasagi
November 15, 2006
Gail and Alan,
My heartfelt sympathy to both of you during this time of grief. I don't know the words to say to comfort you. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Training group 6 or 7 in 1995
Diane Berge
November 15, 2006
Dear Ones,
I feel so sad. I just checked my email this morning (Wed.), and read your 3 word reply to an email I had sent you..."Tim died Sat." A flood of renewed emotion rushed through me, and I can't seem to get composed. My heart is breaking for you. As empty as this sounds, time is a kind healer. I wish it for you. My heart of hearts is with you now, and Bill and I will see you this weekend.
With great love and respect,
Diane
Krista Henson
November 15, 2006
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I have very fond memories of Tim from high school. He was such a sweet, caring person with a smile that lit up the room.
Jeff Atherton
November 15, 2006
I look at the picture of Tim and it is new to me. I have never seen Tim in a wheelchair. Tim and I were friends in the beginning of his life. We met at the Pines ski lodge, and competed freestyle skiing together. We also raced against each other at the State races at the Pines. We pushed each other during competition and had a tremendous amount of fun just skiing, doing aerials, and practicing ballet. One of my fondest memories of Buckwheat was the time we competed at Boyne Mountain around 1980. We were part of Team "Go For It". It was Buckwheat, Bruce Perry, Crazy Joe, and myself. We stayed at the base of Boyne Mountain for $5 per night. These rooms had two bunk beds and a restroom down the hall. Everything you needed! Anyway, these competitions were set up where there were different age groups. We would all do aerials and mogul competitions on Saturday, and ballet on Sunday. The aerials and moguls were a lot of fun. They would have a serious sound system set up all the way down the side of the aerial area. Music would be blaring for miles. Buckwheat and I were neck and neck in our age group coming into the last jump. The jump area, itself, was hairy. It had a short runway, a large jump, and a drop off after the jump. When you went off it, you would absolutely fly. Tim went first in the last round. He knew he had to do something big to win. He was going to do a triple twister, but he needed "big air." He climbed up the hill higher than anyone had started their approach all day. I thought he was nuts. He started his descent and flew off the jump. He rocketed into the air, higher than anyone that day. The sky was his frame and he was flying! It was unbelievable! Buckwheat pulled off the trick and the landing was perfect. After I saw him land, I knew I couldn't beat him that day. His lead held, and he won. We celebrated that night. We were the best of friends when we were in the purest part of our lives. It was something special and I am glad to have Buckwheat as my friend. There are countless other stories. Most of them are about the Pines, skateboarding, girls, etc. Like I said, I didn't know Tim in a wheelchair. I moved to Texas over twenty years ago. I remember the Tim who flew, who raced, who competed....probably the same things he did after the accident, if I know Tim. I will miss you Buckwheat! We'll compete another day!
Creag Banta
November 15, 2006
Gail and Alan:
I had two long talks with Tim about life decisions and their importance to his life. Those talks were critical to my taking control of my own life. His guidance and insights were a milestone in my life. I will miss him.
Know that he was loved and treasured.
In sympathy,
Creag
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