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Mark Vyborny
July 1, 2009
Dear Dad,
I already miss our weekly phone calls so from now on we'll just have to talk when I lay my head down at night. Though your presence is greatly missed we have many thoughts to reflect upon and make us smile. And even in death I learned from you as you approached the end of your life with dignity, strength and hope. I'll forever cherish the many wonderful memories of us camping together and going fishing when I was a child. And am so glad I was able to spend time with you in those final days reminscing about days gone by. Please watch down on us Papa and know that you are forever in our hearts. Love you,
loren johnsen
June 30, 2009
my condolence to leonard's family. my mother was olga (vyborny) johnsen. leonards aunt.
Mary Anderson
June 30, 2009
Sonny -
May you find peace in knowing that Papa Vyborny is at rest and chuckling with the angels now. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you...
Chic Kudlacz
June 29, 2009
Dear Sonny,
I was very saddened to read about the passing of your Dad. I won't be able to make the service Tuesday, but know that I'm thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Please pass along my condolences to Mark and the rest of your folks.
Always,
Chic
Jeannie Cunningham-Ketelsen
June 29, 2009
Ann,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
Jill and Robbie Gilbert
June 29, 2009
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 1998-2009
Tammy Gray
June 28, 2009
Sonny was with my mom for several years, they shared great memories together and she still loved him, and he still loved her. I considered him my step-dad and my children viewed him as their grandpa, even tho they never married and he was always good to my sister and I. My mom and I saw him just a few days before his passing, I'm glad we got a chance to visit before he went home. He will be missed greatly. Rest in peace Sonny, we love you!
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