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Momma
October 24, 2024
Hello my sweet angel!! Thank you for showing us that you still watch over us after all this time!! We definitely felt your kisses from heaven on this most difficult month!! We miss you like crazy, and so wonder where you would be in our lives today!! You will alway be that missing piece of my heart!! Please continue to surround me with the warmth of your spirit, so I can survive in this world without the light of your smile!! Love you Forever!
Averie Buchanan
October 13, 2024
You all probably don't remember the ginger transfer, but I remember Travis. Rest in peace, it's around this time of year that I think of you. Every year. We weren't even good friends/friends at all. But you are carried in my heart.
Love, the ginger from AZ.
Nicole
July 24, 2024
Travis,
I don't know why you randomly popped into my head at 2 am and it led here on your memorial page. I just always wanted to thank you for being so kind to me during our classes together. Especially when others weren't.
Weird how that's one of my strongest memories of you.
Thanks man. -Nicole
Andrea Olivotto
October 18, 2023
You are never forgotten... Your loved ones hold you in their hearts. Keeping you in ours.
Andrea Olivotto
October 18, 2021
Well Trav, I can't believe it's been 16 years. Your Mom still struggles every day missing you. She sees you all around her and never misses the loving signs you send. I am so thankful you are always there for her keeping your love in her heart. She is one of the strongest women I know, but also so fragile being held together by your wings. I keep my love and prayers surrounding you both. Keep her safe.
andrea olivotto
October 21, 2019
Well Travis, it's been a long long time. Still miss you. I keep watch over you mom, she is a beautiful soul. I'm meeting her today to give comfort (if I can). You are a spark she is missing. She needs your arms tight around her so she feels you everyday. Keeping you in my heart
Mom
February 14, 2010
Hi Son,
As I sit here in your room this morning I remember all the great V.D. memories we all shared. I remember all the years of secrets, of mom buying the girlfriends a gift so they would think you guys were sensitive instead of regular guys. your welcome again.
I am so glad that I always remembered to get you guys candy so you would know that no matter how old you got you would always be close in my heart. This year I found sweet tart sour gummy hearts, they compare to sour patch kids, and as I eat them I imagine us fighting over them, laughing about being stingy. I bet up there in heaven you have all the candy you want and even after V.D. you can still eat gummy hearts. HAPPY V.D. (as we always said) my baby, fly high today and shine your smile our way.
I LOVE You more than life.
P.s. Please ask the troops to watch over Gma. Tomorrow we will find out 4 sure if the monster is back. I know u would love 2 play uno with here but I'm just not strong enough 2 let her go yet.
Please continue to surround me with the warmth of your spirit so I can survive in this world without the light of your smile.
Steve Eckles
February 4, 2010
HAY TRAVIS,
NEVER HAD THE CHANCE TO MEET YOU,
BUT I KNEW A LITTLE ABOUT YOUR MOM
JOSIE.READING HER LETTERS, WE BOTH KNOW
HOW MUCH SHE LOVED YOU. I HOPE AND PRAY
GOD HELPS HER THROUGH THESE DAY WITHOUT
YOU.
mom
January 6, 2010
Do Angels have Birthdays cos if they do you are now 21!!!!! Your party down here was kinda of disapointing to me, I thought because some of your friends got a little nutty, but even before that I was in a bummer mood cos I couldn't shut the monsters out of my head. This was THE BIRTHDAY that I feared your whole life, so afraid to have my baby turn 21 on New Years eve, but man would I have loved the chance to sit in fear hoping that you wouldn't drink and drive. Life is so tough without you, always wondering what each day would be like if you were here. Would you be the mechanic you had planned to be? Maybe a husband, a dad, or even the president like I used to tell you when you were too smart for school, I feel cheated to the answers. I have to keep believing in this beautiful place you are in so I can accept this life here without you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY BABY, I love you today, tomorrow, and forever,
Mom
December 25, 2009
Happy Christmas Trav Man! I don't know if that's the right thing to say to an angel, cos every day should be Christmas for you. I sit here quiet in the dark house remembering all the years that you and "bubby" woke us up before daylight to open your gifts. I'm so glad we always went overboard, cos those are the visions I live for. I remember your smile so fresh in my mind like a ray of sun burning in my heart. I don't think anyone can smile like you did, the memory gets me through the darkest times. I know you send the vision my way when I really need it.
As time goes by without you, just like my compassionate friends group tells me, I can smile when I think of you more often than I cry, and I am proud of myself, for I know that It pleases you. I know how you always wanted everyone to be happy and I try for you and for Zak and for Old Man and Gma, but part of me aches every moment for the spark you added to each of our hearts. I miss you my buddy, and I'm doing the best I can to accept this world without you so we can again have peace and love and joy and all those other things Christmas is supposed to bring to families. Please continue to surround me with the warmth of your spirit so I can survive in this world without the light of your smile.
Love you more than life my baby,
Mom
October 22, 2009
Dear Trav Man,
Yet another year of THE DAY. I sit here quiet in your room with no plans other than staying home from work and going with the flow. As time goes by I am learning to let life lead me, because there is no stopping it. If there was you would still be here, being your crazy, extreme TERD self. But life continues to go on here without you. I hate that. I feel like it should just stop and let you back on, but I know that is impossible. People are sending texts and asking if there is anything they can do 4 us today, and I wish they could bring you back home, wow that would be great!!!!
We are all taking a break today from the world without a clue, trying our best to watch over each other with one eye, so the other won't notice how worried about the other of us handling today. But we all will survive the day, like we did last year and the year before, because thats how life happens for us now. We just kind of go with the flow cos we know we have no control anyway. Funny being the control freak that I am I thought I had control of my own familes lives and then this day happened 4 years ago, and here I am still trying to figure out how to live without you my baby. I soooooooo miss you every moment, and the family that we used to be. I hope one day I'll be able to add hope back to our family language, for I know that more than anything you would want us all to be OK.
Please continue to surround us with the warmth of your spirit so we can survive in this world without the light of your smile.
I LOVE YOU TRAV MAN, yesterday, today and forever
Mom
May 6, 2009
My Dear Trav Man,
Wow, I am looking forward to the day when all my questions are answered. I truly survive this world believing that when I cross over you will be there waiting for me with that Most Beautiful Smile of yours and a book of all the answers to the questions I face each day. I also feel that all the people that I wish lived long enough for you to meet will be there with you waiting for me. I know that you and my dad your grampy are two of a kind. He also was a crazy extreme joker. I know you guys are good friends now.
As time goes by here without you I am watching all your friends turn 21. The love of your life Steph made the day Saturday. Thanks for the insane phone thing, cos I truly did not even realize the day and because of that I made it to the store just in time to get a celebration cake. I can't wait to find out how that whole thing works. Now that I feel your spirit protecting me I realize that my dad must have been watching over me all along. I thought some times i was just lucky but now I realize that he was with me just as you are.
This year you would also be 21, and I remember being fearful of that day because your birthday was New Years Eve the biggest party day of the year. I told dad when you were little and we realized how extreme you were maybe we should have lied to you and said your birthday was on the 4th the due date, in an effort to keep you safe, silly isn't it. I sure wish I could have gotten the chance to worry about you the night of your 21st birthday, but it is what it is. This would have been a tough year for you cos you were about the youngest and everyone would have been able to go to bars and you would have had to wait til the very last day. I'm sure everyday is a celebration in heaven and I know you are safe and happy and free. I love you my baby. Thank you for all the wonderful memories that make my world turn today.
Please continue to surround me with the warmth of your spirit so that I can survive in this world without the light of your smile, Love always and forever
Mom
April 12, 2009
My Dearest Trav Man,
Its the night before Easter and I sit here once again, thinking of all the beautiful memories of our family life when you were here. How the eggs with money hunt every year was such fun, even as you guys got older,(the money sure helped with that), standing room only at church, and then the Grammys house dinner with the spam ham. It seems like yesterday and then again it seems like another life from this one. I hope one day the life I live now can compare to the life we lived when you were here. We are still struggling to fit in this different world. As time goes on we have changed a bit more, now hiding our grief from each other, yet all of us knowing our sadness will never go away. We have accepted this life sentence, it is becoming easier to understand, that there will be happy times, but the emptiness in our hearts will always be a part of our every day. I hope the people we love most can accept and understand also. Its a hard road without you here. Even the Easter season, people don't have a clue how much it hits home for me, the death of a son. Most don't even consider it.
I have learned so much from both your life and your death my Trav Man. Thanks. The biggest lesson is figuring out how to apply the things I have learned. It is so tough to get the head and the heart to connect. Like cherish every day for they are a gift, but without you here it's hard to realize the gift. As time goes on we are trying, and with you and your team watching over us it is most days getting easier. In honor of your life and the beautiful memories you left in my heart I'm REALLY TRYING my baby.
Love and hugs to you this Easter, fly free my angel
Mom
January 3, 2009
Wow 2009. Sorry about the last couple of months Trav Man, I just couldn't keep the smile as often as I promised. Sometimes the world seems so unfair! You should be here! You should be 20. You should be here doing the Travis things that made our world perfect. I promise I will try to get back to where you want me to be but right now, with the holidays and your birthday and G ma's health I'm angry! I'm trying buddy I really am but sometimes its soooooo tough this world without you.
Please continue to surround me with the warmth of your spirit so I can survive in this world without the light of your smile. I LOVE YOU SON, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Michelle Yablonowski
January 1, 2009
Hi Trav ~
Happy Birthday to you and Happy New Year! We are always thinking about you. Please watch over your family in this new year. Continue to guide them and give them the strength they need. I can only imagine the parties you have had in heaven. We love you!
Randy & Michelle xoxo
Mom
November 30, 2008
My Dear Trav Man,
Our 3rd Thanksgiving without you. Although we still felt the need to jump in the camper n run. it was good that we all decided to come back early. Even without your earthly presence here "There's no place like home". I"m glad that dad and I decided to raise kids here and this is the only place that you and bubba Zak lived. I see you everywhere here and its comforting. I am thankful that my memories are starting to bring more smiles than tears. You loved it when the world was smiling, and we loved it when you were. I still miss you soooo much though. I am trying to promise myself that one good cry a day, and the rest of my Travis thoughts with a smile. I know thats how you want to look down on us. I could feel you so strong on Saturday, at the Big Rock atv park. I wish we could have all rode together as a family, but as Zak's tattoo says CAN'T GO BACK. I know your spirit is always there when we are riding and thats why I have the courage to gas it. Please continue to surround me with the warmth of your spirit so I can survive this world without the light of your smile.
Until we hug again, my baby,
Luv you always and forever,
Michelle & Randy Yablonowski
October 22, 2008
Hey There Trav,
Wow, 3 years later and here we are. This is like a bad dream that I've been waiting to wake up from. It just doesn't seem possible and it's so unfair. I can only imagine how much fun heaven is with you there! I know that you are making everyone laugh and are having a good time. You always had a way of entertaining everyone around you! I pray for your family everyday Trav that they will find the strength to get through the day. Continue to give all of us a sign that you are having fun. You are always in our thoughts Trav! We love you!
Mom
October 21, 2008
My Dear Trav Man,
Three years ago, at this very hour you were met by the angels to guide you home. Oh how I wish they would have made a wrong turn, changed their minds,or forgotten it was your time. Our lives are so different now without you, for a piece of each of us was taken with you on that night. We wander through each day, keeping a watchful eye on whats left of each other, hoping we will learn to find comfort in this world without you. Its harder than anyone who hasn't lost a child could even imagine, the world will never be the same to us. Its hard to see the rest of the world continue as if it didn't change them. I miss you Trav, sooo much, it still aches to my soul. Halloween couldn't come fast enough, I wait till its over and try to think of happy things, like your smile, and the fun things we all did together, vacations, holidays, watching you on you honda, frisbee with Duke, and while I'm remembering, my world is a better place. I love you my son, today, tomorrow and forever. Fly Free.
Until we hug again,
Mom
July 9, 2008
Dear Trav Man,
Another minute,hour.day.week,month without you. I still keep hoping it is just a real bad dream but I know better. I still can't believe you won't scream your presence in your only TRAVIS way, knowing this is like a kick in the stomach. I MISS YOU BUDDY. I'm trying real hard to be OK, but when anyone wasn't you were here to do something really funny or annoying or both to help us out. I feel you, but I would give anything to hug you once more. Please continue to surround me with the warmth of your spirit so I may survive this world without the light of your smile. I love you my baby,
Elyse Hill
June 21, 2008
hey trav,
so your brother got married last week but you know that cause i know i felt you there. it was good to see your parents enjoy themselves and smile again. you and i both know they needed it. your cousin jayden reminded me of you in a way...he seemed like the most outgoing crazy kid there, which was always your job. it's so hard to go to family functions and you not physically be there....it all still doesn't seem real to me. but yeah i was thinking about you and thought i would write to ya. keep watching over us little big brother! miss you and love you!
Teresa Swank
April 28, 2008
Hey Trav, I had a dream about you last night. It was about the dirt "jumps" next to my old house. There were so many memories there. For a while there, your family felt like mine. You and your family were so loving to me. I remember that your mom was the only person who gave me a birthday present on my 15th,yankee candle lap that smelled like midsummer night. and you made sure i still had so
much fun and you kept me company. Every time i have a dream about you, i wake up and have a great day knowing you are in a better place. I know you are up there making everyone laugh and be happy just as you always did on earth. until i hear you laugh again, you are on my mind and in my prayers. love you
Mom
April 6, 2008
My Dear Trav Man,
I know that you know its my birthday, another really tough day without you. I sit here with my coffee while all are sleeping. If you were here you would have stumbled up my stairs with your traditional Birthday breakfast for me. I miss that sooooooooo.
Your special heartfelt touch to our lives hold such an empty hole. I know your spirit tries to fill it the best you can. I'm 100% sure the 2 stories in the newspaper were my birthday gift from you, thanks. Now that I am in touch with the spirit world I am soooo curious how you all do it. I think of one of my favorite movies MICHAEL and hope you don't run out of energy, but I know you never did on earth.
Thanks you for the gift, the stories touched me as I know you wished.
Until we hug again, my baby, please continue to surround me with the warmth of your spirit so my heart won't turn to stone.
All my love, yesterday, today and forever,
Tabitha French
February 21, 2008
I miss you Travis. Its crazy to think all this time has gone by. Not a day goes by that i dont think about you. Especially lately you on my mind alot. I miss you and cant wait to see you again..
Mom
February 17, 2008
Trav Man,
As each day passes I keep hoping that tomorrow will be easier without you here. I wish there was some way for me to help people understand how important it is to love your children, while you have them. I am so greatful that we got the chance to enjoy the family time we shared, the vacations, cactus hugging, seagull feeding, dolphin crusing, bum hunting, stuff that made us laugh so.I wish we would have had more time, but I tell people that i am greatful that in your 16 years you got to do some really fun stuff. Its those memories and that big happy smile of yours that stays wrapped around my heart.
I love you my son, always and forever.
Until we hug again, all my love
Mom
February 3, 2008
Trav Man,
Today is a brutal, miss you day and I don't know why, except that you're not here. As time passes, and I see the kids you grew up with turning into adults, it sometimes is very hard. I am so happy to see them getting it together but am saddened, cos as I always told you, I believed you could have been the president if you wanted to. I bet you are too, somewhere in a place more important than this one.
I know you don't want me to be sad, and I promise I'm really trying.
Please continue to keep the warmth of your spirit around me so my heart won't turn to stone.
All my love, son. Until we meet again,
Mom
January 1, 2008
Dear Trav Man,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY my son. I think about how big and beautiful you would be and what you would be doing today. I know you were here in spirit for your party, and I know you would have truly enjoyed the mass quantities of food. It was nice to celebrate your life how you would have wanted it. I'm so glad that friends just come, I sometimes feel you send them. I know you heard some of them remember your kid parties, and it was so nice to see them share their love, for each other and us as well.
This year I will try to smile when I think of you, but the void, still cuts like a knife so please know that I'm really trying, son.
Please watch over Zak and the old man, cos I know they are suffering in their manlike way.
Continue to keep the warmth of your spirit around me so my heart won't turn to stone. All my love now and forever,
Michelle & Randy Yablonowski
December 31, 2007
Happy Birthday Trav Man!!! You are missed sooo much. Please watch over your Mom & Dad and Zak today because it is a rough one for them. I think about you all the time and find comfort in looking at old pictures. Please know we will always love you and miss you very much! xoxo
Elyse Hill
December 20, 2007
Hey Travman,
I had no idea this guest book was still up and running. I would have written more. It feels like just yesterday i was staying at your house with you for Christmas vacation. I remember that one Christmas eve where you lost Ashley the hamster and you made your mom take us to miejers just so you could get 2 hamster to replace her. Because of those 2 hamster i was able to finally convince my mom to let me have one when they had babies. I was also thinking about how every year we went to celebration station for your birthday and the one year they were giving out free hats for the boys and some other head piece thing for the girls and you gave me your GREEN hat because i didn't want the stupid girl one. I def. have to blame you for all the tom-boy in me, but i wouldn't trade it for the world. That same night to i believe my mom locked her keys in the van and we had keep warm in your van until someone came with the spare keys. i will be watching the Grinch on Christmas eve as i have ever since you have been gone. i find it really helps being as in we saw it together and the conversation we had before it started. haha. the things you would tell me. any way trav man i just wanted to tell you how much i love and miss you and that i think about you all the time;especially being so close to Amsterdam. i'll catch ya later lil BIG bro.
Michelle Yablonowski
November 22, 2007
Hey Trav,
I am so Thankful for all the fun memories that I have from the good times that were shared. I am Thankful for the relationship I have with your family too. Please continue to watch over them and give them the strength to take it one day at a time. I wish I could make their hearts stop aching but all I can do is pray for them and be there for them. Happy Thanksgiving! Your always on my mind! Love ya, and can't wait to see you again in heaven! xoxo
Mom
November 5, 2007
Dear Trav Man,
Life just seems to be moving on so fast without you and me. Although I put on the face and go through the motions I feel I am still back in that other world with you my baby. I can't believe my heart can still beat, for it is soooo broken. My body seems to be on auto pilot, just doing what needs to be done, but somehow i feel disconnected from it all. So much of me left with you that day. I'm trying to be ok, like I know you wish, but its tough, really tough. even the happy stuff, just doesn't get it without you. Gma's party, I know you were there, I try to be happy cos she was so suprised and grateful cos she made it to 80 but its hard.
Your memorial this year was a true honor to your life,and I'm sure we did it your way. Dad said your bike had wings, and I'm sure they were yours. Ijust wish you could have got the chance to go there, while you were here, cos its all you said it would be.I feel you there so strong I could almost feel your big man hug. Please keep the warmth of your spirit around me so my heart won't turn to stone.
Until we hug again, my baby, love forever
Mom
August 4, 2007
Dear Trav Man,
Today would be such a special day for u, ATTICA, THE BADLANDS. As time goes on I feel both sadness and happiness to watch the people who love and miss you so much hang on to your dreams. I know you are watching over them, riding, digging, making trails, spending the time, that u wouldn't have missed for anything, together. Please gather the team of angels to keep them safe this weekend.
I love you Travis, and I miss you with every breath of my world, until we hug again my baby, you hold my heart.
Mom
May 13, 2007
Dear
Trav Man, Today is a tough one for me. I remember how many times you
woke me with breakfast in bed on this day. I'm skipping breakfast to
cope today. I MISS YOU SOOOOOOOO. The whole thing is still stuck in my
throat like a knife. I know you want me to be happy. and I'm working on
it for you. Thank you for all the breakfasts and bears and Mom's Day
gifts you gave me. I still keep the little hand print you made on my
wall.
I LOVE YOU, my baby. Please keep the warmth of your smile on my
shoulders. Until we hug again, all my love to you,
Mom
February 11, 2007
Dear Trav Man,
Wow was I fooling myself. I thought that if I could just get through the holidays and your birthday things would seem better. I guess it doesn't matter about the day or holiday or month or week, we just MISS U LIKE CRAZY. I feel so sorry for your dad and brother and I know they feel the same about me. Part of us all went with you that night Trav, never to return. We keep saying over and over how much you would want us to be o k, but we just don't know what ok is without you.
Please keep your warmth around us and your smile on our shoulders. We feel you TERD. All our love forever, until we hug again,
Tab
January 3, 2007
Travis i miss you so much. When everything happened, it was so unreal. And it still feels unreal. I still feel that you are here. I miss you Travis. Thanks for all the advice and all the good times :) i cant wait till i can see you again. Happy Birthday.. I know i'm a little late, but i didnt forget about you! I love you Travis.
Mom
December 31, 2006
Dear Trav Man,
HAPPY 18TH BIRTHDAY my baby! Today is soooooooo brutal without you. I so thought we would be arguing about what I couldn't tell you what to do cos you were 18. I am so manic today. All your birthdays are running through my head on fast speed, and your smile is a constant vision in my head, but instead of smiling over it I can't get past the sadness today. If you can please help me with that.
We'll be sending you 18 star balloons today. Look for them.
I hope heaven is all they tell us and your day is filled with crotch rockets, paintball, fastcars, half pipes, and the biggest cake ever.
I love you my baby, always and forever! Until we hug again,
mom
October 23, 2006
Dear
Trav Man,
Its been a year now since you went to heaven. It seems like just a
moment and then it seems like forever. Time is so warped now. Life is so grey.
We have felt your presence so many times, like yesterday with
the star glasses. We know they were you, thanks for that.
We know you liked the memorial, and were probably in the mosh pit in
spirit.
We raised almost $700.00 for the covenant house. So many people
came, Trav you are still so loved.
Please keep sending us your strength cos its so hard here without you.
Keep you arms around bubbys shoulders cos being without you is really tough.
Until we hug again my baby,
All my love now and forever,
Elyse Thorgren
October 7, 2006
Don’t think of him as gone away-
His journey’s just begun
Life holds so many facets
This earth is only one.
Just think of him as resting
From the sorrows and the tears
In a place of warmth and comfort
Where there are no days and years.
Think of how he must be wishing
That we could know today
How nothing but our sadness
can really pass away.
An think of him as living
In the hearts of those he touched…
For nothing loved is ever lost-
And he was loved so much.
when i read this i thought of travis and thought i would share. trav man we love you and miss you!
Mom
October 4, 2006
Dear Trav Man,
Wow, October is brutal. I hate everything this month, witches
pumpkins,cornstalks,damp air,early night fall, yeah, everything. I
told dad that I just want October over, but then comes November and
December which are tough too. I try to think of positive things like
how much you loved Halloween, how you got to go to fright fest at Great
America last year, all the great parties we shared with so many
friends, but nothing makes this any easier.
Please send us your
strength, we are sure gonna need it, this month.
We are gonna do
something positive in your memory. We are setting up an open house
memorial, and will take up a collection for your favorite charity, the
Covenent House, to donate in your honor. Everyone has volunteered to
lend a hand, so I think we will pull it off. We didn't know what else
to do.
Life without you seems to have lost its direction. We are all
struggling to find the path forward, for we know you want us to. Its
just tough , because even though you and Zak were older, and all our
lives were busy, and schedules collided, we always were together for
the special times. We know your spirit is with us still, but we would
each give anything to touch you just once more.
Until we hug again my
baby,
Travis in HIS dream car
August 26, 2006
Mom
August 26, 2006
Dear Trav Man
10 months have now passed without you. We all keep telling each other how much you would want us to be ok, but getting there is difficult. We have always been a close family, and the Duncans without Trav man just doesn't seem right. Really each of us individually without you just doesn't seem right. I just want you to know we are trying to find this "New Normal" that Compassionate Friends tells me we will someday learn to accept.Its hard to believe that acceptance will come for us.
Life without you is so quiet, and there are so many times there is just a creepy hush where we all know it's your turn to add to the moment.
Our lives are forever changed. It s---s without you.
Please keep your warm smile upon our shoulders and your laughter in our hearts.
Until we hug again, my baby, love always and forever,
mom
July 3, 2006
Dear Trav man,
I'm having a manic morning so I thought I'd write down some things in my head.I like writing them here so I can keep them if I want to.
I know you know how much we miss you. John Edwards has become one of my best friends. I have been watching tapes a kind lady at my meetings has given me of him, to try to understand where you are. It so confuses me. Heaven was ok for my dad, but being a mom that ALWAYS needed to know where her kids were, I'm having a struggle with it now. John says you know just what we are doing here, and I have to believe that in order to make it everyday. I feel your strong presence still here on earth. So many things that happen I think you are responsible for. Sometimes when I talk about them I think some people think I'm crazy. Funny that I don't care what they think, now.I never thought I'd say that. Every breath of life is just different now.
I was suprised to find out that your first heart valve was donated on Stephs 18th birthday, but the more I thought about it the less it suprised me. I think you had something to do with that. And it going to California where Zak and I are so wanting to visit, is comforting too. When we finally get to go, a part of you will be there.
So many other times we feel you. Thanks for those times.
We hope you like the TERD shirts. People are wearing your face everywhere. Grandma won at bingo wearing your shirt. She said you brought her luck. I'm proud of ZAk for doing this in your memory. I think it's his positive way of dealing with this. I know we all need to get to that positive place because TRAVIS loved to see happy people, but its hard son. We are trying, we will get there, but its one step forward & somtimes one back.
Please keep your light shining on us, your energy with us, and your smile in our memories forever.
Until we hug again my son, Love ya always,
Jan Blackford
May 22, 2006
*F*...Thank you for Saturday night...First, "Wish You Were Here", followed by "Stairway to Heaven"...Not a doubt in mind that you were with us...I love you and miss you so much...Love...*F*
Jan Blackford
May 22, 2006
*F*...How I wish, how I wish you were here...Miss you more and more every day......Love always...*F*
mom
May 14, 2006
Hey Trav man,
Its been a very hard day without you. I am so discombobulated that earlier I wrote you half a letter and I guess I sent it into computer space cos it just disappeared.I hope it doesn't make it to your page cos it wasn't finished or proof read.
We tried to do something positive today, so we planted a tree in the back yard for you. Your friends helped us. They have been so kind to us, watching us, comforting us and quietly coming on the hardest days to hold us up. I'm honored to now be a part of their lives.
I really missed your special moms day breakfast today. You were always so good about making people you loved feel special. You are a bright and shining star, yesterday today and forever in my heart.
I'm trying to stop the sadness cos I know you must be tired of it. You always wanted everyone to be happy. Its just really really hard. The hole in my heart is tremendous. Its hard to believe that your heart can survive such a terrible blow and not just explode.
Ok again something positive so the sadness stops. Trav, thank you for all the wonderful moms day memories.
Its funny that I liked your second grade moms day card so well that it is still on the office wall after all these years. Thanks for all the hugs and smiles you shared with us in the time you graced the earth, I love you, I miss you, until we meet again,
mom
April 23, 2006
Dear Trav Man,
Its been 6 months since you have gone to heaven. It seems like forever, yet it seems like yesterday. Every breath of our lives have changed. If I try to think of the good of it, I can say that soooo many of our friends and yours have held us, and each other up. So many people, (some that I can't even remember if I knew before my mind became scrambled) have shared the most wonderful stories of the smiles you have given them. I always knew you were special, but never realized just how many people you shared that special side with. You're funny, thoughtful, craziness is missed by so many. We are all so lucky to have gotten the chance to be touched by such a wonderful, free spirited, young man as you. I remember you often saying that I expected too much of you Trav but I never expected you to give so much love to sooo many people in the short time you graced the earth.You are a shining star! I miss you my baby, until we meet again
Jan Blackford
April 21, 2006
What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply, becomes a part of us.
*Helen Keller*
pauline miljkovich
April 8, 2006
Travis,
I can't even begin to tell you how much your missed..I love and miss you sooooo much....I look at your tshirt every day on my dresser and smile remembering you act of snooping. If your watching me i show you every day and smile..
you brought so much sunshine to so many people in this world. keep pulling your cranks on me, they are funny.
your mom wrote a wondeful ode on here i hope you read it. i am so worried about your family, please be there daily and guide them. your mom is my only sib and i love her and worry always...take care my little(big)nephew...love paula
March 5, 2006
T- is for all the Times you graced us all with your energy and love
R- is for all the Rainbows that you added to our lives
A- is for always remembered in the hearts of so many
V- is for your Valient choice to save others through your Gift of Hope
I- is for the Inspiration you have given so many of us, to reach out to comfort each other
S- is for the powerful Signs you have sent us to insure us that your spirit will remain with us until we meet again.
We love you so my baby. This world will never shine as bright without your smile. Keep sending us your strength.
Love always and forever, mom
Cera
February 11, 2006
Travis,
i still cant believe your not here anymore i feel so horrible i couldnt make it there i miss you so much you were there for me through so much you helped me constantly you made me smile on countless occasions you made my life better if it wasnt for you i wouldnt have my family i wouldnt even talk to my parents if it wasnt for you .you helped me have a great life i miss you more and more everyday i wish my son would have had the chance to know you i can only hope he is half as good a person are you
josh
February 8, 2006
travis,
hey man what's goin' on! i just wanted to tell you i miss you so much. it blows me away to think that you're not here with us anymore dude. everyday i find myself glancing at your pictures and hearing your voice... or all the times i shared with you replaying over and over. like when the project pride lady kicked you out of the alt. school when you were sitting there with me just chillin' even though you were in middle school. or the countless times you would drive by me in town on the way to get steph from school with your head stuck out the window way down the road ready to yell out pen 15 before i even had a chance. or rocking out at warped tour. i never forget your face when i told you that we were about to go through the heights, going down 30. man i miss you so much... i look forward to seeing you someday, i don't know when man but someday... so hey you take care of yourself because i expect a major party the next time i see you. i love you so much more than words can describe i don't know if i ever can tell you that enough... you are the heart to the lion, travis duncan... and i promise i try not to cry man but sometimes it just gets to me... and i mean come on i am the weak one without a spine so you know... anyhow i miss and i wish you were here um but i gots to go man, got me some business to attend to... see you in five, right on dude. i love you travis.
Nick Amazzalorso
February 3, 2006
Travis, the truck is almost done.Your "Yoda" is goin to be awesome. I wish that you could be here when we start her up, and take it out for the first drive. I know that you are watching us from up there, and hopefully you are proud of what we did. You will always be alive in that truck and in all our hearts. Its mostly been Briggs, Me, Larry, Toolboy, Iddings and of course JimBob. We talk about you all the time, i think we miss you more and more eveyday. Your old man comes in sometimes and makes sure we are doin everything the right way. We tell him all the funny stuff you did to us and everyone else. The truck has kept all of us guys together and its good that we are there for eachother. We could never have a better friend than you. I think about you all the time, and all the good times we had. I will remember them forever, I wish we had more time to make even more memories. I will see you again someday. But, until then watch over us guys, Steph, and especially your family. Love ya man
Tabitha French
January 23, 2006
wow... I cannot believe how long it's been! Travis I constantly think about you, and how you family is doing! I miss you so much! Everytime "the group" hangs out a lot of things remind us of you. You were always the one to entertain us all, and keep us all in a good mood. It's been 3 months Trav but it seems like a lot longer than that. I just wish I could see you one more time. I know you always told veryone to be happy for you no matter what.. I am proud of you Travis but its just hard to be happy when your missing someone as great as you in your life! Travis me and you got so close the past 4 years and I just cant believe any of this. Your always in my thoughts... I love you Travis.
P.S... thanks for all the joy you brought to everyone's lives.. your an awesome person Travis.. keep shining like the star you are. I love you kid.....
January 22, 2006
Dear Trav Man,
Its been 3 long months since you're gone. It seems like forever. I feel you with us, but so wish I could have just one more of your strong, man hugs.
We are trying to get along down here. I know you want us to smile but that was always your dept. so its tough without you always saying something smart, or doing something crazy. God we miss you! They say God needed you in your place in Heaven, but I can't imagine him needing you more than me.Keep sending us your smiles and strength.
Love always and forever, my baby, Mom
aunt pauline
January 16, 2006
hey Trav,
Aunt Stell is on her way to heaven, you keep your eyes on her, and no cheating in poker.lol...
love you so much miss you more and more each passing day
Aunt Pauline
January 15, 2006
My Dearest Trav Man,
it's been 84 long days since you left us all, and the pain is still so intense. I remember your face in the hospital bed every night when i lay down. I miss you sooo much.
I am sorry I wasn't around much after you got older, but that didn't mean I didn't love you. Please know that I did, please...The memories I hold of you are so precious, beautiful, funny, x-rated (you know boobs).
The tears never stop, the love grows and the memories will go on forever in my heart....Please Please know that I love you..
Also Trav I'm worried about your Mom and Dad and zak. Please give them the strength/will to carry on. Watch over them every minute for me.I can't lose them too. I just don't know what to do or say to/for them, So i'm leaving it up to you .Make them smile just a few minutes a day at least.play some jokes on them like you always did so they know your there.Do whatever it takes to prove your with them every minute of the day please. and don't mess with my cell phone again ok? laugh laugh..
well enough of that i can't see the keyboard anymore....
hey so you met Grandpa Paul now. Bet your working on heavens cars with him now. He will teach you anything you want to know about cars. Tell him I love and miss him so much too,
Two of my favorite guys are in heaven, and I can't wait to see them again someday ........sorry this is late but i just got this site...
I LOVE YOU TRAVIS and
I LOVE YOU JOSIE, JERRY, ZAC
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
o
Mom
January 4, 2006
Dear Trav Man,
Now that the holidays are over I just wanted to say how much I miss you my baby. Life will never be the same without you and your humor. Our house is soooo quiet now, it scares me.
I read that Heaven has no time or age so I guess Happy Birthday isn't what you say to angels, but I hope you got our balloons and had a rockin fun time that day. We named a star for you you are probably hacky sacking it now.
Please keep sending us your strength and smile. Until we meet again my son, Love always and forever,
Mo Reed
November 29, 2005
Dear Gerry ,Josie & Zak, Words are hard to express In a time like this.I just want you all to know I have been thinking about you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.I just lost my dad on Nov.18 2005 and its hard, losing 2 people you care alot about.I didn't know Travis that long ,but the short time I knew him , he seemed like family to me.I will cherish what memories I have of Travis forever.I know he's in good hands.And dont worry my dad will watch over him now.I love you all and take care.Zak If you ever need a big Sis to talk to, I'm here for ya man.I know what your going through I went through it twice,and believe me it's not easy.But we just have to hold onto the memories and cherish each and every one.Take care man .love you ~Mo~
Mo Reed
November 29, 2005
Hey travis what can I say, only that you made me smile every time you came to A&W.Anytime I was down & out you came around and brightened my day.I miss you so much.Even though I didn't know you that long.The short time I did know you, you seemed like family.Your whole family is so great .They seem like my own.There is a few guys up in heaven there,that have probably already introduced themselfs to you. The're my dad & two bros.You'll have a good time with them. But watch out my dad likes to tell dirty jokes.lol I miss you all.Take care of each other .Until we meet again. Me and tonda love you & miss you. Oh yeah! Hows the burgers up there? Are they as good as the ones we let you cook at A&W? R.I.P. with my family.Love Mo
Keith Turpin
November 25, 2005
Josie, Gerry, & Zak:
I realize that there is nothing I can say to ease your pain right now, so just know that my love and thoughts are with you three.
anyonmous
November 23, 2005
Travis, wow its been over a month since you've been gone. and the more i think about your gone its hurts even more that ill never see you driving around on rt. 2 or walking through the halls in school with your baby girl steph, or even in the lunch room always bringin a smile on my face. There are still not even enough words to say to what kind of person you were. You were one of kind. never hated anyone. Thats what i loved about you the most. I never seen you being rude. The days i spent at your house with all your friends around were the days. We had tons of laughs and crazy things we did.I hope that your looking down on everyone smiling and watching over your loved ones. They are in need of some sign from you. We all miss you and we all love you. Steph hang on you'll be fine he will always be with you even though hes not here. The family- youll always be in my heart and my prayers im here for you I love you all and i know travis will always be with you
Mom
November 22, 2005
My Dear Baby,
Today it's been one month since you've been gone, its seems like forever!
We are trying very hard to remember you with a smile, just like we tell everyone, but it's so hard son. We miss your house shaking personality, we will never be the same without you. Keep smiling at us from heaven, send us strength.
Until we meet again my son, love forever, Mom
Elyse Thorgren
November 20, 2005
Hey Trav man,
Remember the time when you built the MIME box! Only you and I will ever get that one.
Zak and i warned you, you were going to fall and wreck the Knex roller coaster, but you persisted on like always, fell, Zak yelled, and you and me laughed so hard.
Remember how your mom was always so big on the "seatbelt" rule. Even when we were just tiny little things you had one built in your go cart, and you drove me everywhere, all throughout growing up together. You were always my protector, and the only one I trusted to get on the back of the 4 wheeler with.
Remember all the times I slept over..all the summers on end I spent with you..every week up til xmas eve I would sleep over.
How about the time you taught me how to make eggs, or when we tried to make bacon, and started a grease fire...shhhh don't tell mom! Or when you left your lunch in your room and had ants everywhere, and we thought we grabbed a spray bottle of raid but it was a bomb instead...shhh don't tell mom or dad! I made my parents go out and buy me a white bunk bed just to be like you. You may be younger but I always looked up to you. You were always teaching me something new, getting me to loosen up, and to get in trouble and you always had my back. I'll always have our memories, BB guns, mime box, raid bombs, 3 stooges,the grinch, building, cooking,the hole in the bathroom wall,go carts, 4 wheelers, xmas eve, the --- book,fish sandwich from McD's., getting lost at the Q101 concert, all the camping trips, and many more memories only you and I would get.
I Love You and Miss You Travis.
R I P little Big Brother
Andrea Olivotto
November 19, 2005
In my eyes Travis was a:
True
Radiant
Amazing
Vivatious
Intellegent
Star
who's time was cut too short. Who's fantastic achievements will never be fulfilled; but who's spirit has touched us all.
Josie, Gerry, and Zak,
The blow came hard when Ruth called; Shock spiraled at the unbelievable news. It has taken some time for me to absorbe. I can't say "I know" because for all it is unique, but I do understand the pain. I love you all with all my heart. Praying to give you strength for all you have to endure. The kids and I stood together fondly remembering the weekends spent with you.
I am always here... when you are ready, or need to vent..... call
Remember he is always with you, embrassing you. In time your hearts and minds will open to feel him there.
Whitney
November 18, 2005
Travis~
You were the coolest guy I knew. You always made me laugh and made me feel like I was worth something. Even though we joked in school or at your house when I was talking to zak I still thought you were the greatest guy and that will never change. I love you and miss you. My prayers are with The Duncan Family!
Katie Filic
November 17, 2005
Hey,
Duncan Donut! I miss you a lot. I know you are watching over all of us though, I just can feel it. It isn't the same though I like never smile anymore, I know you want me to like the rest of us but it is just soo hard. Things will never be the same. I like the rest of your family and friends will never forget you.
Josie, Gerry,Zak and Steph I am always here for you. If you need anything. Feel free to email me.
xoxo,
Katie
anonymous
November 15, 2005
Since you've been gone, the days
seem to take years to pass; it's like watching the grass grow; everyone misses you and wants you back; we know that can't happen; you were like the blowtorch burning; you were the light; you defined what we should be, but aren't; it's sad to know that our lives are more than who we are, but what we are; it's unfair; we're all like runaway trains, you know; we're all trying to get somewhere and we're gettin' nowhere; you were the key that kept us all turning; you helped us remember how to laugh and smile, no matter how young or old. you made it all seem so worthwhile; in 16 years, you didn't lose yourself out there even though we're all made to grow up way too fast; we get so tired that we can't even sleep and we try to tell ourselves we won't weep and that's a promise none of us can keep; you cut out way too fast, a light we thought would always last, but we'll cherish the memories, the laughter, the hugs and kisses FOREVER. We'll all be up there with you, Travis, one day and there, the blowtorch will burn brightly forever because we're only here for a brief time and we only get to see the sun rise and the moon shine so many times, and then we'll see who REALLY made a difference here on Earth.
Jen
November 13, 2005
Travis~
You have always been there in my life. You were a constant that I took for granted. And I am so sorry to say that I never realized how much you meant to me until you wre gone. We love you Travis and you will always be remembered and missed more than you could know.
Until I see you again... love, Jen
Jan Blackford
November 11, 2005
This one isn't getting easier...I just miss you more every day...I know you know, but I want to say it anyways...I will take care of "our" girl...Thank you so much for being a part of our family because you always took care of us in your own special way...always there with love and smiles...Such a generous spirit...Full force in all that you did...and that included the love for your family and friends, but most of all for your Steph...I still see you right behind her, smiling and holding her. I know you are taking care of her from heaven...I can feel it, we all can.
I know they won't let me sign what we called each other, but they don't understand that it was in love, we knew that and those that love us knew that so I am just going to say... "F", I love you and have always felt blessed to have you in our life. I think about you every minute of the day. I miss you..."F" (what I wouldn't give to have one of your awesome hugs just one more time!)
nickypoo
November 10, 2005
what up man kno i came over to party that night and i was reallly look forward to it trav this really sucks man and i dont kno what to do i just wish i could talk to u one last time and say i love you all that fun stuff but idk and i will watch steph for u and duke and every one else peace man pen 15
Josie Duncan
November 2, 2005
To "Trav Man",
I know you never read much, but as you watch us from the heavens, I'm hoping you'll read this:
I Miss you so "MY BABY"
I would give my own life just to hug you once more.
I have a favor to ask you. I need you my angel to watch over us. Please squeeze your "Bubby" Zak extra tight, for you know how much you were a part of him.
Watch over "Old Man" dad, cos he's having a tough time trying to fix this one.
Please watch over "ma ma" cos I need to take care of the family.
Please hold us tight with your Strength, your Laughter, and your Memories.
Until we meet again my son, Love always and forever, Mom
Johnny Herald IV
October 31, 2005
I am sorry about Travis. He taught me a lot in class and I looked up to him. I will pray for all of you. Johnny 4
Clyde Redmon
October 29, 2005
Hey, Travman. That’s what we called you when you were a small boy. I was there the day you were born and the other day when you left. Although I remember you as a young boy, I really did not know you as a young man. I am so, so sorry that your life was cut so tragically short; 16 is just too soon.
During the few days of your farewell, I heard so much about you and got to meet many of your friends; Dan, Jimmy, the pre-marine guy and so many more. Not to forget Duke. They are a great group who obviously care a great deal for you and will miss you. The night of the wake, I backed my car up to the door to put the food, etc. in the trunk. I raised the trunk and went inside to get the food. When I came out with my hands full, the trunk was closed and many of your friends were there; smiling! Well, after dropping most of the food items trying to get my key out, I re-opened the trunk. OK, another surprise; one of your female friends was in there. Cute! But it made me realize that it was the type of thing you would have been involved in and appreciate.
I have a favor to ask of your friends. It concerns Gerald, Josie and Zack. They have a very long, weary road ahead looking for answers, acceptance and understanding of the unanswerable question. I hope they will keep them in their hearts, thoughts and deeds.
Farewell young man,
Uncle Clyde
Larry Goff
October 28, 2005
Dear Josie and Jerry,
I was in Travis' lunch and Auto class. I want to say that he kept all of us laughing and having a good time. He was like a brother to all of us. I just wanted to say Sorry for your loss..
Allyssa Reed
October 28, 2005
I didnt know Travis personally, but I wrote this poem about the reactions that I have been seeing in the hallways at school..
Travis' Tears
Although I didnt know you
it still hits close to home
seeing how easy it is
to lose one of our own
we've all been through grief
we've all been through pain
but the way it all happened
it just isnt the same
the skies are now sad
and the rain it does fall
the school's come together
to grieve in the halls
everyone here is saying your name
you see in their eyes
they're feeling the pain
the ones who knew you
miss you a lot
and to the ones who didnt
your name wont be forgot
you made an impact
that wont be wiped clear
you'll be remembered
with every hug, every tear
my prayers go out to everyone who knew travis. it seems like he was a great kid.
The Stanley Family
October 28, 2005
We did not know Travis but wanted to extend our sympathy to your family. Thought's and prayers are with you all.
Tabitha French
October 28, 2005
Jerry, Josie, and Zack
I have been sitting here trying to find the words to say... Travis was a really good friend of mine. When I moved here he was the only one to talk to me. I am so sorry to here about everything that has happened. Travis was a very liked person and school is just not the same without his smiling face in the hallway everyday. I am praying for you all and I am very sorry.
Steph- I am very sorry about everything, I am here for you if you need me. I am worried about you and I hope that your doing okay! I love you
jesse
October 28, 2005
josie
i don't know what words to say but i know you and your strong and you'll make it through this travis will always be in our hearts just know that i love you and i am always here for you at any time and i mean any time even at two in the morning. love to you and the rest of the family. love george, kim,corbin and jesse
Therese
October 27, 2005
Dear Duncan Family,
I would like to tell you what a hard week this has been for all who knew Travis. School is not the same without the incredible smile and optimism he possessed. I can't even begin to think of how hard it must be for all of you. But I just want you to know that he is truely missed by all who knew him and he has truely touched numerous lives.
Ashley DeYoung
October 27, 2005
Hey,
For anyone who is reading this, and to Travis' family and friends, this is one thing that I can't stop thinking about. I never knew Travis personally, but I saw him every day in the hallway, and it's just been different. He sounded like a really great person and I really care for those who personally knew him. I have been keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers, and I always will.
the solomon family
October 27, 2005
We did not know Duncan personly, but we give our sympathy to you, and we'll proudly keep you in our prayers and wish you the best of luck in the future.
Nick Amazzalorso
October 27, 2005
Mr. and Mrs. Duncan, Zak and Steph
I'm so sorry about Travis he has been a good friend to me for almost 6 years. We have had many classes in High School together, but the moist memorable was Auto Shop. He was a great guy and one of the funniest people I've ever known. Everyone who knew him loved him and he will always be in everyones hearts. I will always miss him and I hope to one day see his smiley face again. We are doing many things in his honor in Auto class. We will let you know how everything is going soon. You're all in my prayers.
The Cunningham Family
October 27, 2005
Our hearts go out to your family. You have suffered a great loss and we hope that with time your wounds will heal. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. May Travis be at peace knowing he was loved and will be missed by so many. May God Bless You.
Melissa
October 26, 2005
i'm very sorry about the lost of your son my family did not know him but we have heard from many that he was a very nice young man and will be missed by many
David
October 26, 2005
Josie, Gerry, Zak,
I am so sorry about your loss. I haven't seen or talked to any of you in a year and I'm not sure where we were but Travis was a great kid, He will be missed. I'm so sorry.
Rachel Escobedo
October 26, 2005
. . .
when i was at lowell high school. Travis was in one of my classes. I loved that kid he always seemed to some how to make me feel better. it's crazy to think two weeks ago, i seen him in lowell and just talked to him. . . and now to think that was the last time i was going to see him or talk to him. i just wish i was able to say more. But my thought and prayers are with the family and friends.
Morgan
October 26, 2005
I would first of all like to wish your family all the sympathy in the world. I didn't know travis as well as alot of other people but I would just like to say that I am sorry for your loss. Travis was the kind of person who always brought a smile to everyone near him. There was never a day he didn't make me laugh. Travis will live on in the hearts of everyone that he met.
I will keep your family in my prayers. Trust God and he will help you through your time of need.
Jessica Frizzell
October 26, 2005
I never knew Travis, except for occasionally seeing him in the hallways. Now that he is gone, and especially after reading all of these entries saying how wonderful of a guy he was, I really wish I would have said hi, and gotten to know him. Family and friends of Travis are all in my prayers.
Amanda Leonard
October 26, 2005
Travis was great kid. I personally wasnt close to him like others but i knew him from school and through my ex- matt. The time that i knew him he was fun to be around always made me laugh and others as well. It still makes me laugh that after school every day while i was heading to work and he was headed to alt school he would stand in front of my car and stand there and not move. It just hurts to know that someone that you know can leave any day. Its just not right that it was his time to go yet. Ill miss him and so will all his loved ones. The Family- i am sorry for your loss i know he will be with you forever and always.
R.I.P. Travis you'll always be loved and missed
Nicole
October 26, 2005
To Travis,
I know I havent talked with you as much as we did our 8th and 9th year,I remember how you would fool around running down the hall. Heh you always brought smiles to peoples faces. Im sorry I didnt talk to you more than I could of.
To family~
Im sorry I cant even think how hard this must be for you.Travis is going to be missed and cried over so many times, but if I can give a word of comfort,Im sure he'd want you to enjoy your lives now. Be happy, not right away, I understand you need time as we all do, but believe he loves you no matter what form his is now and he will always be there, in everyones hearts, so he will never truly be gone.
To Stephanie
I just want to tell you, Im sorry I know how much you love Travis, so I dont want to tell you much, but that if you ever need to cry or talk, everyone is here for you, we all will listen.I cannot understand truly how this feels for you, just as I said if you need anyone we are all here for you.
Again Im sorry for this loss in everyones lives. Travis was so kind and funny, even if he seemed a bit "crazy" at times. All around he was and still is a great person.
~Nicole
Heather Russell
October 25, 2005
i remember the first day i met Travis. it was my first time sparring because i had just started taekwondo, and he sat down right next to me and just started talking to me as if we'd known each other our whole lives. it was the greatest thing he could have done because i instantly became so comfortable around him. his charisma was simply breathtaking and i will never forget it because all i have to do is talk to any one of you three and its an instant reminder of Travis. you may not see it but you all bestowed in Travis the best qualities any family could possibly share. kindness and love. with that, a person is lighter than air, with not a care in the world. and that showed very much in what i remember of Travis from the Christmas parties every year; him leaving u with just enough nerve to hang on to. he was a wonderful guy, of that there has never been any doubt in my mind. i love you all so much and i hope i will not fall out of touch with you three as i sadly did over the years with Travis. You will all be in my heart and my prayers, forever.
Travis, rest in peace sweetheart, you will never be forgotten....we all love you
Stephanie Fuchs
October 25, 2005
Although I did not know Travis, I have seen the affect it has had the high school students that I work with, and this tells me that he was a good person and will be greatly missed!! My thoughts are with your family during this trying time.
Alana Garton
October 25, 2005
Zak and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Travis’s personality is definitely one that will never be forgotten by anyone who had the privilege of meeting him. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Samantha
October 25, 2005
my heart goes out to all those that knew travis and to his parents i knew him a couple years ago but he was still the same kind person that was so full of life in everything he did, he will always be in our hearts, never forgotten we love you
Sarah
October 25, 2005
I never had the pleasure of meeting Travis. What I do know is that he was the first person to give my sister Tabitha a chance and try to be her friend when she moved to Lowell. He turned out to be one of her best friends and I know she misses him dearly. She has done nothing but talk about him since this terrible accident took place. I have only heard good things about Travis and I know he will be dearly missed by many people. God Bless you and your family.
Travis in Spanish I making paper flowers
October 25, 2005
Melissa Burgess
October 25, 2005
Jerry, Josie, and Zak...
It has been many many years since I have seen your family. Not long enough though to forget that smiling face and beautiful kid, Travis. Travis, Zak and I used to spar and goof off together when I was still involved with FTA. From what I remember, He was someone who could always put a smile on your face. I am very sorry for your loss. He was a great kid and I'm sure he'll be making a whole new group of people smile and laugh. My deepest sympathies.
With Love,
Samantha Newhouser
October 25, 2005
Travis was awesome. It was so much fun working with him, he was such a funny person. I just can't believe he's gone, I'm so sorry for your loss.. he'll always remain in our hearts, and he will never be forgotten.
michelle
October 25, 2005
Even though I didn't know Travis that well..he was still probably one of the nicest people I've ever met. He'll definitely be missed at school. To all of his friends and family- you are all in my prayers!
Ron Tressler
October 25, 2005
Althought I did not know Travis very well, you have my sympathy in your loss.
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