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Tiffany DeSisto Obituary
She had attended Norwood Elementary School and Aldrich Junior High School, and graduated from Pilgrim High School in June 2005. Tiffany was attending the University of Rhode Island, and was majoring in elementary education. She had a great admiration for the youth, and was looking forward to becoming a kindergarten teacher.
Besides her parents, she is survived by her brothers and sisters, Danielle M. DeSisto of Cumberland, Nathan J. DeSisto, Ryan D. DeSisto, Jocelyn R. DeSisto, Zachary M. DeSisto, Gabrielle F. DeSisto, and Jordan J. DeSisto, all of Warwick; her paternal grandparents, John C. and Marie A. DeSisto of Warwick; her maternal grandmother, Tonia-Ann Coutu of West Warwick; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was also the granddaughter of the late Roger M. Coutu.
Her funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 5, at 10 a.m. in Norwood Baptist Church, Budlong Avenue, Warwick. Visiting hours are Wednesday 4-8 p.m. in the Peter J. Barrett Funeral Home, 1328 Warwick Avenue, Spring Green, Warwick. Burial will be in Pawtuxet Memorial Park, Warwick. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Tiffany Renee DeSisto Memorial Fund, c/o Pamela LeBlanc, 302 Sargent St., Warwick, RI 02888.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jonathan Desisto
March 28, 2020
I have tried to write something profound for thirteen years. I just have not been able to get past all the tears. Tiffany I carry you in my heart every second of every day and I will never be whole in this life because you are not here. Me saying that I love you just doesn't express the lost and pain. Your mother,brothers and sisters miss you so much. Forever Dad
Athan Phynix
March 30, 2019
12 Years.. Has it Really Been that long?
What Feels like
both a moment ago & an eternity ago..
How Time & words sometimes lose all meaning & yet still mean so much!
12 Years Ago..
It was a Restless Night, That Night, You died.
I could not sleep, as I was in California, staying with our Uncle & Aunt, looking to make a dream come true.
I had a dream a few days prior, I would be forced to go home to Rhode Island.
Yet I had dreamed since I was 8 that I would live in California. That I would be a Full time Paid Artist. Someone who could draw, write, perform and even direct other actors!
I had dreamed about how much you would love Santa Monica. We spoke on the phone about the California beach and how I saw our whole family coming out to visit me, maybe even, one day, live on the west coast with me.
Yet 3 days after we spoke, just 3 days after you turned 20, you were gone and that dream was to never come true.
The one where I went home did come true, but it was not because I gave up on living in California. It was to go home to speak words at your funeral, to gather the family together and honor your life.
We all carry your memory in our hearts.
We have been eternally grateful that we have been able to have 12 blood drives, 2 hair drives for wigs for kids, raise money on the 10 year anniversary & put a bench in your name at your favorite beach... And so many many things that we have done for You.
So that we feel Your Essense, Your Spirit, with Us, walking along side Us.
We also fight for our dreams, to live boldly, bravely, to take risks we might not have, if not for you leaving us too soon.
And Yes, sometimes, maybe we are a little bit extra careful, too cautious, because we do not want to die young. We see the emotional turmoil, that we endure because grief is hard. We do not want our family to have to endure more grief, more loss. Loss is one of the hardest things, We humans endure. Loss & love go hand in hand. We can not escape the emotional pain that death brings.
I know that, so many find comfort in faith, and that is fine if that is what nutures you.
But Your Physical Presence is gone & faith does not turn back time.
Faith may comfort for a future but here in this present all I have is the past.
All the memories We shared together & also what we have done in your memory.
All that we all will continue to do for you, because We will always love you. Just as You loved Us.
I can only say that Is what comforts me, the actions we take, to cherish your memory.
As well as The Bold maybe slightly foolish decisions we make to Follow Our Dreams.
I will make it back to California, one day, to live as an artist. I will not let my fear stop me from walking yet again on the beach in Santa Monica.
When I do make it back, I will write Your name in the sand as a physical reminder that it is always in our hearts.
~Love One of Your Siblings~
Meghan McCarthy
April 5, 2018
11 years. It doesnt seem to hurt less. I remember the call I received that day. When my world fell absolutely numb, and silent.
Forever grateful you were part of my past. I cherish every memory with you. You taught me a lot without either of us even knowing. Thank you for the laughs, the tears, car rides, trips and late night talks. Thank you for watching out for me. An amazing friend when you were here, and an incredible angel while youre away. It will never be fair, it will never be the same. But I can never thank you enough for being by my side through this life of mine the last few years. Youll never know how much I miss you.
Forever and always Tiffany. Ill see you again one day ❤❤
Stephanie Demirjian
March 28, 2017
I've been trying to think of the words to write on this page this week and I'm not sure there are any that will make sense or help ease the pain.
I can't believe it's been 10 years 10 long years that I'm sure it still is like yesterday for your family. I remember getting the text message that Tiffany had passed away while at work. I was so overcome with emotion thinking of Tiffany and her family, the tears were just pouring down my face. Every thought in my mind was this incredible family, I couldn't imagine what they were going through. I wanted desperately to drive to your house and just gather all of you in a hug. I didn't think that was appropriate because I did lose touch with Danielle, Ryan and Nathan after high school, I didn't want to be intrusive during such a devastating time.
Like so many have I didn't and still don't understand how this could happen, why God decided it was your time. I get angry thinking about all the amazing things Tiffany has missed out on life. Graduating college, getting married, being an aunt, being a mom, being an amazing role model for her future students. I still can't comprehend how someone with such a beautiful energy and heart is no longer here. Attending Tiffany's wake was honestly one of the hardest things I have ever done in my life. I visit your final resting place all the time to make sure it's perfect for your family, just so they can focus on their visits with you.
To the DeSisto family, my heart is with you. I know that Tiffany is with you all and shining down every moment of every day.
Happiest of heavenly birthdays Tiffany, may you forever rest in internal paradise.
March 26, 2017
To My Dear Sister Tiffany,
I originally posted a few days ago, but after carefully re-reading it, after it was approved, asked for it to be deleted. The original post was too long so I decided to write a much shorter one to You & To Everyone who may read this in the future.
Even though, I & all that love you, all of us are finding our way each day to remember you & cherish our memories of you, it does not change the fact We miss you. I do my best to respect all religious & spiritual beliefs, when that person is respectful of mine & everyone's right to have an opposing belief. However, no belief will ever be good enough, I will always wish that you had lived. No explanation is good enough as to why this occurred. A friend said recently some religious reason why you died and I was quick to say their is no definite proof whatsoever for hers or any religious belief. But I also said no one knows for sure and acknowledged that she was only trying to make me feel better. However, I was not asking for a hanky or a quick fix, when will people just let someone be honest about how they feel. If one is mad, one is mad, and if one is sad, then that is the truth of how one feels. The truth is people prefer to sweep all uncomfortable feelings under the rug rather than allow people to feel what is honest & true, if it makes that person uncomfortable. So I always do my best to say at least once, that their is no easy answer or explanation that will take away grief or one's emotions, so one is eternally blissful. Life was meant to be a diverse collection of emotions & experiences, messy & unpleasant. Beautiful & Tragic. Frankly, I do my best to stay away from any 24/7 your Going to Be Positive or Blissful Program, or any Belief System that tries to explain your death or tell me how I should think, feel, act or speak about it. I am here to experiment with my understandings & emotions & create expressive projects from my heart. When people dislike that, hate that, or misunderstand that, then I stay clear of those people, because I find my life is my life. I should not have to explain myself to everyone who gets offended by my life choices. I follow all laws & have always done my best to be respectful of others as much as possible. I am Flawed and imperfect and will never claim to be otherwise. I think their is perfection in our imperfections. I will always love you and all my family & friends, even those that hate me, now & forevermore. Even though this new post was not short, like I had intended, I still stand by it, because I just felt the need to send it to you via the power of the internet.
~ Love Athan "ABSURD BEARD" Phynix
....... Aka child #2
....... Aka Nathan Jon De Sisto
Laura Walton
March 22, 2017
I never met you I just felt the need to post. I met your brother awhile back in a FB group. I think you would be amazed at the person he is and how much he has grown. I've seen him struggle but his will to succeed is powerful he finds his way! That's all I really wanted to say and also give my love to you and your family.
Athan Phynix
March 5, 2014
Hey Sis, So I am about to undertake another big leap in my life. This one is even bigger than me creating my name: Athan Phynix, for all my public speaking, performing & writing. It is even bigger than my Beard documentary underway or my last trip. Keep an eye on me on this new adventure, just like you did out West. Though at the same time, according to a book I just read, Waiting for Autumn by Scott Blum, you may be too busy, so if that is the case, Do not worry, I love You either Way. Hope your having exciting adventures in the astral realm or whatever cool place your currently exploring. Take Care, Thanks for everything, Love You
Jocelyn DeSisto
March 2, 2014
Hey pooks, it is still an understatement to say that we all miss you. I think some of us are still trying to decided what type of an approach to life we wish to take. I know I struggle with the "do I want to be happy today or do I sunk alone in my thoughts?" It is still just as hard as it was seven years ago, but I will continue to try to push past the hurt and hang onto the good. I love you so much.
December 23, 2013
Miss you + love you everyday, Tiff. xoxo.
Jocelyn DeSisto
March 26, 2013
Hey tiff, in a few hours you will be 26th. It's unbelievable how old we all are. So much has happened; I think you would be really proud of everyone if you were here. Danielle is being a great new mom..Elaine is still a wonderful old mom, and Big J is doing really well too! Jordan has a few months to go and then no more DeSisto's in school. Me , dad and Jordan watch a redbox probably 4 times a week; kind of silly I know. I think the reason why I like movies so much is because it makes it so I don;t have to think about reality. It's like dreaming but doing it while awake. Anyways, happy almost birthday my beautiful sister. I love you till forever.
JRD.
cassi stevens
January 30, 2013
hey tiff..wow so its been a really long time since ive writin on here..i miss you a lot..so im doing really good i have been clean for 6 months kayden is turning 4 this year! and im having another baby a little boy this time he is due on may 17th 2013 <3 so i graduated my program today at providence center and im about to graduate my residental next wedsnday! i know your watching over all of us..so i was at my mom and dads house this past sunday and i found a lot of pictures of me you and jocelyn when we went what was it on our vacations :D and then i came across one of you and i at my fifteenth birthday!! i love you and i miss you<3 <3 Rest In Peace my angel you are the most amazing lady ever and your engry will always live on..p.s i gave RED flowers to your family for xmas..in memory of you..i love you and miss you <3
September 25, 2012
Dear Sister,
Grandma has come to be with you. Let's face it, we all knew that you were her favorite grandchild. Oddly enough, it brings me comfort to know that at least the two of you can be together. Take care of her because you know she hates to be alone; and continue to watch over us. We need you now more than ever.
Love and stuff as Grandma would say,
JD
Nicole Amaro
March 30, 2012
It's taken me 5 years to actually write something, even though I am an avid follower of this page and seriously touched by all of those who have faithful left their prayers, you are loved. It's hard to explain things, I didn't know you very well, though I saw you everyday in school and you were definately the pretty face and captivating personality that anyone would enjoy. Im truly sorry for not enjoying that, oddly enough I think of you quite often and I pray that your closer friends and family are able to cope with such loss. My simpathy goes out to your parents and siblings for staying strong thus far. Happy belated birthday btw
Stephanie Demirjian
March 29, 2012
I can not believe how much time has gone by. I think of you and your family often. I still question why bad things happen to good people. I still wonder why God does things the way he does. I know you are watching over your family.
I believe that our lost love ones send us signs from Heaven and I encourage the DeSisto family to look for those signs every day. It might be something simple like a butterfly in front of you or a song playing on the radio, know that Tiffany is letting you know she is still with you all.
I hope you all continue to heal and I wish you continued strength. I hope you all know how special you are and how much Tiffany was loved by family, friends and even complete strangers who were just touched by her story.
I wish you all the best and much love.
Stephanie
March 27, 2012
Dear Sister,
Another year goes by and yet the only thing that seems to have changed are our ages. Happy 25th birthday; it amazes me at how time goes by but yet it still feels as if yesterday I was telling you to take my clothes off because you did not ask to borrow them. I love and still need you more than you will ever know now; I always have and always will. Be watching for our strawberry milk cheers for you today : / I love you and the rest of those crazy De Sisto with all my heart.
JD
Kristen DeSisto Fernandes
March 26, 2012
I'm not very good at writing on things like this. I usually overthink it and end up not writing anything...today is different though, I just read some of the posts about how it helps everyone that loves you to cope as best as we can with the devastation of losing you. Tomorrow is your 25th birthday, I think about you ALL the time. My heart is broken for your mom, dad, brothers and sisters. I ride by the memorial crosses on 95 everyday and I get a pain in my heart everyday...please give everyone the strength to get through. As time goes on it gets harder...I will think of you and everyone again tomorrow and all this week like always. This week will be especially difficult remembering the devastation that hit our family. You are so loved and so missed everyday by everyone. RIP Tiffany...I love you xoxo
March 12, 2012
We miss you Tiffany <3
JD
February 16, 2012
Dear Sister,
So I came to the conclusion that god does not give you anything you can not handle; however I am starting to come to the conclusion that I can not handle this. I am doing my best because someone has to keep everyone happy but it gets harder and harder. So many miss you as a person they saw from time to time; I miss you as a person whom I spoke with and confided in everyday. Now I am at a loss for what to do with all of my thoughts, questions and concerns. I do not know where to go from here; there was never a time that I did not ask for your opinion. I will continue to do my best, just know that it gets harder with every day that passes. I love you dearly, and it is not just because you are gone forever, because whether you were near or far I always wanted to be around you. I love you pooks
February 6, 2012
Tiffany,
Rest in Peace
January 20, 2012
Suffocating in Silence
My body suddenly tenses up from an unexpected pain,
Soreness in my chest, bruising in my bones,
Tension behind my eyes.
Sitting Down, to find some type of distraction,
As I sense that my mind is spiraling out of control.
Candles are Lit...
To ward away all fear,
That any end is near.
Yet my body, tells my brain lies, and my heart begins to race, as my soul begins to melt.
How can I stop myself from drowning in irrational fears?
Suffocating in Silence through all these long years.
After realizing that all are powerless to wash away these inner child's tears.
I find myself focusing on the mind's power to conquer all cares.
Breathing in the fanciful flickering of three candle flames.
Remembering a life extinguished unexpected, all too soon.
Somehow finding stillness with an unfathomable truth.
Soothing the soul, calming the mind
Candles caressing my senses
Bringing peace to my battlefield of inner trenches.
Then the time comes to put out the flame, which becomes an action from which I quickly refrain.
However, the flame is gone and refuses to be rekindled,
Yet my capacity for hope has not been dwindled.
The light may be gone and for the moment not let me hasten its return.
But the burning of a candle is not the real treasure for which I yearn.
So as I sit in silence, I find myself immersed in darkness,
Except for the distant fading memories of my life and kin,
That dissolve as if burned away like melting tin,
With nothing left behind except the light within.
written by Nathan Jon DeSisto
on 1/19/2012 between 12:15 am and 1:53 am
~ Dedicated to my sister Tiffany ~
Nathan Jon DeSisto
January 19, 2012
Tiffany,
I was in the midst of anxiety which I feared might lead to panic over the reality of losing you so suddenly combined with my own irrational fear of dying prematurely. When I suddenly had the idea to light the memory candle with your name on it, written in sparkling red glitter glue, that I made in December, at Friends Way Bereavement Center, in the group that I help facilitate, working side by side with the teen's who were making their own candles. I also lit a two wick candle that was red in color and named sparkling cinnamon, and positioned both next to one of my favorite pictures of you as I sat in front of the computer and stared at an empty canvas that I anticipated would either become a poem or some other type of musing. I ended up sitting in front of the computer alternating between watching the flames flicker while illuminating your picture and trying to write something that captured the moment. I eventually wrote something, that instead of hiding away, I decided to share with friends and family on facebook. I will also share it here.
Love You Forever and a Day,
October 24, 2011
We miss you everyday.
Nathan Jon De Sisto
October 12, 2011
To Tiffany (and All Those Who Love Her)
I have made a donation to have your name added to the new Remembrance Garden in Providence. It will be located on the Providence River Walk Way on Memorial Blvd. They will be completing the garden in time to have a dedication ceremony on Sunday, November 6th at 1pm. I went and visited the location first to make sure that it was accessible and also scenic. It is right near the water where they have waterfire and your name will be near a fountain and flowers. I think that you would approve. I just can not bear the idea of your name disappearing forever because I know that you would have made a huge impact in whatever community that was fortunate enough to have you living and working in it. However even without your physical presence, You still are a teacher and I appreciate all the love that you shared with me and all of your family and friends.
love your brother,
JRD
October 10, 2011
I went back to Barrett for the first time today..same room and everything. I thought I would be okay but I wasn't. Even if I can not see you anymore, I wish so badly that I could at least talk to you. It is not fair. I don't care what any one says, about life not being fair; this was not supposed to happen. I am still waiting for something good to happen; and I probably will be waiting forever. Just please watch over us Tiffany because I can not even bare the thought of dealing with any more. I love you so much, and I am doing my best to hold everyone else up. Just please do not let me crumble.
Jocelyn De Sisto
June 13, 2011
Growing up, I never did anything without you. So having no choice but to be on my own now is extremely difficult. I wish and still dream about life going back to the way is was before. Unfortunately for me, I do not think that will be happening in reality anytime soon. I guess for now getting my wish only in my dreams will simply have to suffice. I love you sister.
June 10, 2011
Tiffany,
Rest in Peace.
Stephanie Demirjian
April 1, 2011
I still can't believe it has been 4 years. Life is too precious and all I can say is live life to the fullest. Love your life and the people in it. Remember to tell people what they mean to you and how much you love them.
All my love to the DeSisto family. Thinking of you.
Steph
Nathan Jon DeSisto
March 30, 2011
Tiffany,
4 years ago, I didn't know I would be saying goodbye to You. I had nothing to prepare me for this sudden and devastating loss. 4 years ago, I dreamed of bringing You and the rest of the family to Santa Monica, California so that you could swim in the Pacific Ocean and put your feet in the sand. I had no idea that I would have no choice but to fly home to think the unthinkable and live in this new reality that felt like an episode of the Twilight Zone. I remember being in an airport while waiting to board my second plane and going to the bathroom to record a new voicemail message but having no idea what to say. I remember saying something along the lines of "Life is a journey of experiences which leads to a collection of memories" and then thanking people for being in my life and that I was grateful for their presence. It may not make sense to thank people for being in my life as a voicemail message but then again nothing made sense that day. Once I arrived in Providence, I had been traveling for almost a day and what felt like a lifetime. I did not want to be back in Rhode Island. I did not want to live in this new world that you no longer were physically present in. I stomped my foot in protest of this harsh reality, saying, "I do not want to be here!" Yet somehow I knew I had to pull it together and be here not just for myself and my own sanity but for my family and friends. I would stay here as long as I felt a calling to be immersed in the truth of your physical absence. I would stay as long as I felt I could be of service in some way to You and Your memory. I had no idea if that meant 4 weeks, 4 months, or as it turned out, 4 years. I just knew that even though I did not want to be here, this is where I had awoken to find myself and this is where I would have to build anew. This is where I would have to be reborn. I had no choice. 4 years ago, Your death changed my life forever.
Jocelyn De Sisto
March 27, 2011
Happy Birthday Tiffany. You were 20 and now you are 24; it is still so unreal. I still wake up everyday thinking that it is just a very realistic dream. I am going to go out on a limb though and say that if things were how they were supposed to be, Elaine would last minute be making a birthday sign, which she will still do, and be making you some time of cake with strawberries, still happening as well, and probably get you some strawberry milk and microwave popcorn for a little present. I feel better and I think everyone else in the family does too, when we celebrate this day; for you are still here with us, our sister/ daughter, and you always will be.
To all other supporters, Nathan is right. Knowing that other people still care just as much as we do helps keep us strong, so thank you for that.
With all my love,
Jocelyn
Having fun: One of my Favorites
Nathan DeSisto
March 19, 2011
N J D
March 19, 2011
Dear Friends,
I would like to send out a very Special Thank You to All those who have commented on my entries in the past or the unending faith of myself and my family.
I can only speak for myself when I say this. It is your kind words and love for Tiffany, for myself, and my family that keeps me going.
Yes, a few other things help me as well, but please do not underestimate how powerful and truly meaningful a heartfelt comment on these pages is for me and for all those that read them!
I am eternally grateful for each one!
Namaste & Many Blessings,
Nathan Jon DeSisto
Jocelyn De Sisto
December 24, 2010
Life seems to be gettign harder rather than easier with everyday that passes. Every time something exciting happens, or a life changing event occurs I try to be happy, and I am, but at the same time all I can think of is how bad I feel because our entire family is not there. It is hard for others to understand this feeling, and sometimes I get so frustrated that I would rather just go to sleep than be around them. Yes, we are all getting older, and becoming more dependant, but I still feel like a kid. I do not want anythign to change because I am scared that memories will fade away. Every night when I dream, it is always of us. Sometimes I wake up with tears, and sometimes I wake up smiling. The worst is when my dreams feel so real that I actually think they are. But as I am brougth to reality I quickly remember the truth. All I can say is that I wish you were here more than anyone could know. Every secret, memory, laugh, etc, we shared is only fun to talk about with you. I hate that the most; I wish so much that I could talk to you. Becasue I can not, I have to get my thoughts out here. So with that being said, Merry Christmas my beautiful sister, and best friend. I love you so much and miss you even more. I will see you in my dreams, but it will never satisfy the desire to see you again in real life.
With love always,
Your sister,
Jocelyn
Kathleen Gemma
December 17, 2010
As my son's 4 year Memorial passes; Anthony Gemma, I think of Tiffany. How you are holding up, how you get through your days. My days are hard, blurry, sad, but some days I laugh, remember the fun times, the great times. How I miss Anthony so much. I always keep you in my heart.
Kathleen Gemma
December 16, 2010
Tiffany,
Rest in Peace.
a friend
September 30, 2010
I would love to know how you keep your un-ending faith. I lost my mother 2 1/2 years ago and continue to struggle. And yet you all seem to be able to move forward despite this terrible devastation. Please tell me how you go on every day. Nathan, your poetry moves me every time I read it. You are very talented. Keep writing!
Thank You
Nathan DeSisto
September 24, 2010
Tiffany Renee DeSisto
4th Annual Blood Drive
Saturday September 25th
8:30am - 2:30pm
Norwood Baptist Church
48 Budlong Avenue
Warwick, RI 02888
Thank you for your continued support and prayers. They are greatly appreciated. We would love to see what everyone is up too so please do stop by and say Hi.
Nathan DeSisto
September 7, 2010
Speaking in riddles, thinking in rhymes.
Doing my best to remember good times.
It seers my soul and it pierces my heart.
My brain is so numb, I want to tear it apart.
Sometimes I don't even know how to start.
Your departure upended my life like a toppled apple cart.
But I'm not crazy and I'm not depressed.
I just don't understand why sometimes I'm in distress.
Why my life feels like one big giant mess.
But I don't want answers, I prefer questions.
Answers feel like scam artist's peddling their wares.
I would rather be alone than believe in their nightmares.
I am strong I will find a way to thrive.
I am blessed to be alive.
Infinite dreams to contrive.
August 12, 2010
Rest in Peace. I think of your family every day.
May 4, 2010
Tiffany,
Rest in Peace.
March 31, 2010
Wow... I can't believe it's been 3 years. I think about you all the time. Your family is forever in my heart and I pray they will have some sort of peace. They are so strong. I don't know how they do it.
To the DeSisto Family- You are always on my mind, I wish you strength and inner peace. I hope that some day the pain subsides a little and that it won't hurt as much. I can't imagine what you are going through still, losing your beautiful daughter.
Tiffany please know that you touched so many people in your short time with us. Heaven needed a radiant angel to join them and now they have you.
Forever in my heart!
SD
Jonathan De Sisto
March 27, 2010
Tiffany, My beautiful baby I can't bear the pain anymore. There are no words that can explain how bad it hurts. I would give anything to see and give you a hug and a kiss on your 23rd birthday. I just can not accept your not being here. Tiffany I will be your dad forever. I love you so very much.
Nathan DeSisto
January 1, 2010
Tiffany,
The New Year is here but it doesn't really mean anything to me anymore. I do my best to celebrate every day of life that I have been given. I do not want to take a single day for granted.
I also strive to make all my decisions with clarity and confidence. I see each one as an act of self definition. I think of the amazing legacy you left behind in only 20 years! You are amazing and I love you very much! I was blessed just to have the opportunity to see You being yourself.
I have focused all my energy on being true to myself and building a life worth living. One that will mean the world to me and it doesn't matter what the naysayer's believe.
I think of you every single day. I do my best to help our entire family move forward and even though it doesn't seem like much sometimes I hope that I have made some type of difference.
~Love You Forever And A Day, Nathan
Mia Millea
December 30, 2009
Tiffany,
I still miss you so much everyday. There is something missing from my life, always. So many things remind me of you, some stupid song came on the radio the other day, and I was suddenly you and marissa flashed into my mind, its funny how silly things can bring back memories so vividly. I love and miss you everyday beautiful. Time has not healed much...I need you back in my life.
cassi stevens
December 26, 2009
hi tiffany, i miss you alot it still doesnt seem real to me i cant believe how fast the years are going by. i really wish you were here right now i had a baby its a girl i named her kayden elizabeth she the best i really wish you could have met her joce loves her and oh your mom yeh shes been amazing help with the whole breastfeeding thing... but i still have an empty hole in heart becuz i pray and wish everyday you could have been here for the birth of ba kayden... i also am with i guy named joshus jay =] been going strong for 2yrs i love him i tell him all the time of how much an amazing person yu were and still r in my eyes/heart well kaydens getting dedicated at church tomorrow.. wish yu be there...but i know yu will be .. i love you tiffany and miss you so deeply
<33
Jocelyn De Sisto
November 26, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving. I know I have a lot to be thankful about, but i still feel like the bad out way the good no matter what happens. Obviously I will be thinking of you today, like everyday. Hopefully everyone can keep on thier happy faces for the entire day. We love you so much, and miss you even more. If taking everyone's pain away meant carrying it all on my shoulders I would. I love you Tiffany so much.
Love ,
Your sister.
Jocelyn Desisto
November 18, 2009
Hey pooks I forgot about this thing. I just did a google search of myy name and boom here I am and now I am all upset. I am still waiting for u to come home. That is honestly how I feel...I think that is what keeps me going which I don't know if it's a good thing because one of these days I am probably going to lose it. We will see what happens. Tiffany I miss you so much . I can't explain how I feel . It's as if I am empty, and u of all people know that iam not just saying that. There ear so many things I would love to be able to talk about with you. I see mr. Conly at the gym all the time. I thinm of u all every time. I need you more than ever but I know that it's not possible. Patience is a virtue. I love you so much. You would be so proud of everyone , friends and family.p.s.we took a family picture yesterday. It felt wrong..I love you. Until next time.
<3 Jed
October 19, 2009
The rock has been touched up.
October 5, 2009
Rest in Peace
August 26, 2009
Tiff,
I know the paint is wearing off the rock a little, I will take care of it soon.
S D
July 6, 2009
Tiffany,
I still think of you daily. I pray for your family. I think of what an impact you had on people.
I know your around me and I know you are watching over all of us.
May you rest in peace.
I can't wait to see you again.
July 3, 2009
Rest in Peace.
May 18, 2009
Tiffany,
Rest in Peace
Love, Nathan
May 2, 2009
I performed at Catch A Rising Star inside Twin Rivers Casino on wednesday. Before I got on stage I felt a rush of confidence sweep over me even though I was nervous. I felt like you were in the front row watching me perform getting a kick out of the fact that I finally did something I've always wanted to do. It made me think back to the video footage we found of you and Marissa at a comedy competition in Cancun.I got some really positive feedback while and after my performance so I will return to the stage. Everytime I am performing I think of you. ~Ciao For Now~
May 1, 2009
Rest in Peace.
KCON
May 1, 2009
First of all…joe conley has facebook.
I know you would be the first to be his friend… and he would have it no other way.
He really misses you… and I miss you too. It’s times like this especially where I wish you were here… people take for granted the fact that they can have all their friends together… because I would give anything to have my girls together for just one more time.
But listen. I can’t even imagine what it will be like the day I see you again ? and it will be more than words can express. I know you are waiting for us…and I can’t wait for the next chapter in our lives to begin. Watch over us while we are still here on earth… and see you soon love. :)
April 20, 2009
Hello. I didnt know you, but I know your story, and have a child who is about to attend Pilgrim next year. And on behalf of all of us parents who have kids at Aldrich, Happy 22nd Birthday...I'm sure you are watching out for all of the kids of your alumni. That's what angels do!
S D
March 30, 2009
I can't believe it's been 2 years... the time is going by so quickly but it isn't easing the sense of loss.
Everytime I go to your grave it knocks the wind out of me but I have to go so your family knows that they are not alone. I want to show my support. I want to konw that we think of you daily.
Tiffany you don't realize how many people you have touched and how you not being here effects everyone.
I hope that you are watching over everyone. I know we all still cherish you and will remember you always.
"You're beautiful"
Jonathan De Sisto
March 28, 2009
Tiffany, I used to call your cell phone as close to midnight as possible so I could be on your cool people list (not that you had one) but sometimes I to, would think silly things. Now standing by your grave stone wishing you a happy 22nd birthday just didn't fill my need for you. I miss everything about you (the list goes on forever, so I can't write it) and the pain is always too much to bear alone. You would be so proud of your siblings for the strength and courage they have shown. Tiffany I hope this means something to you that I and everyone else that have written things, miss you so much, not these words or any other words can truly capture the loss we feel inside ourselves. I just want to kiss and hold you while saying Happy 22nd Birthday to my one and only Tiffany. Love, your one and only Dad.
March 27, 2009
Happy 22nd Birthday Tiffany
miss you and love you every day.
February 19, 2009
Your friends miss you so much....they will never be the same. Rest in peace.
January 3, 2009
I can't believe how fast the time is going by. It doesn't feel like that long. I think of you daily...
December 2, 2008
Rest in Peace
September 15, 2008
time's passing too fast. i still miss you every single day. <3
August 31, 2008
I honestly don't know how your family does it Tiff. Such strength. You have no idea how much people miss you and what an impact you have had on peoples lives.
I pray daily that your family continues to heal. We miss you so much and think about you constantly.
Heaven got an angel in you kiddo.
SD
August 30, 2008
Tiffany, I feel your presence with me at random times throughout each day. At the one year anniversary, I started reminding myself that your with me every step of the way. And even though some moments are harder than others, I really do feel that is true.
~Love you forever and a day~
^_^ ND83
August 28, 2008
tiffany, i think about you and marissa everyday. i miss you both so much everyday and pray for your families every night. watch over us up there please we all need it. love u miss u.... xoxoxo
August 6, 2008
Rest in Peace
July 18, 2008
i miss you more than ever lately. <3 love you tiffany.
June 20, 2008
Rest in Peace.
May 18, 2008
hey tiff,
how are you ?
i think about you everyday as the days go on. love & miss you so much pretty lady <33
May 13, 2008
i wish you were here this week & always.
April 27, 2008
hey tiff,
so its one of those days when all i can think about you and how much i truly miss you. its been really hard to put on a smile lately. all i want is to come home and see you and for everything to be like it used to. time is passing so quickly and all i want is for it to slow down. i want you to know that i spent some of the best years of my life with you, and the memories we made, i will cherish for the rest of my life. we all miss you so much tiff, and love you even more.
March 29, 2008
Celebration of Life Potluck Dinner
In memory of Tiffany Renee Desisto
March 30th, 2008
At Pilgrim High School
3 to 5 p.m in the library
open microphone and short program after 4pm
come and join us for as little or as long as your available
~Until we meet again~ Nathan
Stephanie
March 29, 2008
I can't believe it is a year already. A whole year. It seems like it was just yesterday that I got the phone call.
I didn't believe it. I refused to believe it. I had to go on line and learn that this horrible story was true. I cried for you, I cried for your family. I prayed. I screamed.
You should have seen all the people at the wake Tiff. I bet it was about a thousand people that came to say good bye to you and support your family. Not a day goes by that I don't think of that night. Not a day goes by that I close my eyes and I see your face.
I hope that healing has started for your family, though I don't know how you would heal from something like this. They love you and miss you so much. My heart aches for them.
Happy belated 21st. I know you were partying with Marissa up in heaven.
To the DeSisto Family. You are ALWAYS on my mind and in my thoughts. My love goes out to you and everyone that still hurts and misses Tiffany.
March 28, 2008
Happy 21st Birthday Tiffany, You will never be forgotten.
March 27, 2008
happy birthday pretty lady :)
auntie kristen
March 27, 2008
happy birthday to my beautiful niece. i love you. forever in our hearts you are missed so much. i don't understand and i never will.
March 27, 2008
Happy Birthday Tiffany!
Mia.
March 27, 2008
happy twenty-first beautiful,
i miss you more than you could ever imagine. <3
March 8, 2008
I can't believe it will be a year soon since you were taken from us. Time has gone by but it hasn't healed me completely. I pray for your family every day. You are always on my mind.
March 6, 2008
I wish I could hear you come to my door. You were always so happy and ready for fun. Everyone misses you. Help your family to heal.
A friend's Mom
nathan
March 1, 2008
Flower in the window
bird flying in the sky
All silently speak of mystery and wonder
Curiously we ponder and often question why
We look deep within ourselves and find something magical..
and often don't know how to start
..We do our best to prove we are somehow different
Though as pieces of the puzzle we all must play a part
leaf within a tree
twinkle in your eye
We all want to be in heaven but we are not prepared to die.
everything moves forward nothing stays the same
Echoes floating in the wind leaving nothing but a name
whispers that gently caress our ear that remind us of our game
a recycled masterpiece from which your dreams are able to spring forth
we are born knowing our body is not for us to claim
and one day it will go back from whence it came
February 11, 2008
you didnt deserve this tiffany.
my thoughts are with your family always.
lauren
January 27, 2008
Days have passed but time has stopped. I miss you,everyday.
<3 Lauren
January 26, 2008
They say its supposed to get easier... after time... its a lie i miss you so much i cant stand it i walk around thinkin why things happen to those that dont deserve it those who care so much for people why they have to be taken so early... i live everyday to the fullest becuz of you i never let an opportunity pass me by.. your my angel and when the day comes that i see you again everything will go back to the way it was
i miss and love you
xoxoxoxo
N D
January 8, 2008
I have a calling
No more time for stalling
I will not lose my way
Blinded by what others say
My dreams become real
Each and every day
There are those that look to trip me
They think they know what's best
But I am not afraid of their perception
Even they are fooled by their own deception
To their own heart they can not be true
Following others who know nothing of you
The answers are within
If your willing to remember
That nothing is more powerful than a tree whose foundation is centered in its own truth
Forever reaching for the sky
January 7, 2008
Happy New Year Tiffany. May your family continue to heal.
December 27, 2007
Tiffany,
I put an angel on top of the tree this year. I named the angel after you because she looks just like you. Everyone misses you so much.
I think about you every day.
xo
Kristen
December 25, 2007
Merry Christmas Angel :)
Enjoy your first Christmas in heaven - we miss you
December 24, 2007
I tried to make you a snow angel yesterday but as you probably know it did not come out very good.
But it was the tought that counts.
Missing you at Christmas.
Kristen
December 12, 2007
The snow's coming down
I'm watching it fall
Watching the people around
Baby, please come home
The church bells in town
They're ringing a song
Oh the happiest sound
Baby, please come home
They're singing Deck the Halls
But it's not like Christmas at all.
I remember when you were here
And all the fun we had last year.
.................................
Tiffany,
I wish so much that this christmas break I could come home to you.
Things will not be the same without you... sometimes I miss you so much I can't stand it, and if I've had a really bad day then when I lay in bed I put out my hand for you to hold. Please hold it. I hope that you come with me, wherever I go. Please don't leave my side, I need you.
..............................
When I think back
On these times
And the dreams
We left behind
I'll be glad 'cause
I was blessed to get
To have you in my life
When I look back
On these days
I'll look and see your face
You were right there for me
In my dreams
I'll always see you soar
Above the sky
In my heart
There will always be a place
For you for all my life
I'll keep a part
Of you with me
And everywhere I am
There you'll be
And everywhere I am
There you'll be
December 7, 2007
thinking about you girls all the time, hope youre doing well. everyone loves and misses you so much
Nathan DeSisto
December 2, 2007
Pain is everywhere,
So we lose ourselves in pleasure.
Before long, we forget what we're supposed to treasure.
Love is no longer the tool by which we measure...
Our self-worth up against the stormy weather.
Material gains, popularity, or any particular endeavor
are meaningless under the scrutiny of forever.
This moment vanishes as quickly as it came
And once it's gone you will never be the same
And Earth will eventually erase you from its memory.
As your name fades away in an overcrowded cemetery.
Love is the only true gift you can give
And that is how your spirit will live
There will be no place that it can not soar
As it echoes across Eternity for forevermore...
Cassi Stevens
November 20, 2007
Tiff I miss you so much i really wish you were here ... you were an amazing person .. I miss our good time we had going on vacation with me you and jocelyn and my family and the sleepovers at my house ... Rest In Peace baby girl i love you and you and miss you always and forever =[
Lauren
November 7, 2007
Tiffany,
I just want you to know how much I truly miss you. I will never be okay with the fact that you are there and I am here. There are days when I miss you so much I can't really stand it. But there are days when I think of you and smile and think of the fun we had together. It's not always easy. But we all try to be happy for you. Love you Tiff && I'll be talking to you soon.
<3
October 11, 2007
Tiffany,
i really dont know quite where to start. the school year has started and its never been easy for me but this year is that much harder without you there by my side. to say i miss you really doesnt sum up the feelings that i have built up inside. as each day passes i find myself wishing you were with me still everystep of the way, like it used to be. you were always there to talk about anything. i miss every single part of our friendship. if there is one thing i regret it is that i didnt get to spend your lastnight with you and tell you how much i truly loved you..i hope you know that, and that i will forever love you and you have a place in my heart that no one could ever replace. i get upset alot and visiting you is the only thing that brings me some sort of comfort. i miss so much from the way you said my name to our late night car rides just endlessly talking about whatever was on our minds. i havent written you yet because i feel i have so much to say and i cant seem to find the right words to say it all. i just wanted you to know that you will always be my BEST friend. i miss and love you so much.<3 stay beautiful.tdmm
Lauren Boylan
October 9, 2007
Tiff,
Its been awhile since I've written to you. I've been trying to write a speech in the library for a couple hours now, but I would rather talk to you. :)
As you know, Nathan planned a blood drive in your memory last month. It was nice to come home from school and see your family. You would have smiled watching Nathan running around making sure everything was going smoothly. Kristen's 21st birthday is coming up next week as you also know. I wish more than anything you were here to celebrate wiht us. I wish even more that we could celebrate our 21sts together. This will be the first year in a long time that I will not be sharing my birthday celebration with you. I've been looking forward to March 31st of this year for a long time, but now I'm not in such a hurry. I miss you every second of everyday. And all I want is to see you when I come home this weekend. I cannot believe how quickly the past six months have gone by. It feels like yesterday that we went to Daves' for lunch before we went back to school after our spring break. You didn't know it at the time, but we were scretely planning that day to get your birthday gift from 'Tiffany's' but no one could decide on exactly what, you know us. Well Tiff, I hope you are doing okay. We miss you so much, but I think you know that. I'll be talking to you soon.
love you always.
October 8, 2007
tiffany i miss you so much i was driving last night and you popped into my head and i just wanted to hold and kiss you; i miss you so much there is not a day that goes by that i dont think about you
October 4, 2007
WE HAVE LOST A FRIEND
BUT KEEP HER MEMORY
JUST THINKING OF TIFF TODAY
Having fun: Family Vacation Virginia Beach 06
Nathan DeSisto
September 23, 2007
Our thoughts and actions are like objects traveling on the winds currents. We don't always see all the places it reaches or know when it will arrive at its intended destination. Yet it all makes a difference whether we realize it or not. That's all a part of the mystery and wonder of life.
Your life continues to have an impact on me and all those who knew you in ways that will ripple out forever. Thank you :)
Love you forever and a day,
your brother
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