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Chancey Smith Obituary
He was the husband of Janice K. (Barhart) Smith.
Born in West Reading, he was a son of Chancey S. Smith, West Lawn, and Dianne A. (Kuhlman) Smith, West Lawn.
He was employed as a lineman for International Brothers of Electrical Workers Union, Local 126, lasting working Sept. 15.
Smith was a 1991 graduate of Wilson High School.
He also was a member of Sinking Spring Fire Company.
Smith enjoyed golf, softball, hockey, poker and Superman. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and a loving husband, father, son, brother and friend.
Smith is also survived by a daughter, Alexa M. Smith, and a son, Chancey J. Smith III, both at home.
Other survivors include two sisters, Stacey D., wife of Paul C. Shingleton, Sinking Spring; and Susan M.E. Smith, West Lawn; and two brothers, Brooke W. Smith, West Lawn; and Chad W. Mauger, Sinking Spring.
There is are also his stepmother, Carol M. (Reider) Smith, West Lawn; and two nieces and five nephews.
Services will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Klee Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1 E. Lancaster Ave., Shillington, with the Rev. Jill D. Snively officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery. Viewing will be held on Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Alexa M. and Chancey J. Smith III Education Fund, c/o Fulton Bank, Spring Towne Center, 2677 A Shillington Road, Sinking Spring, PA 19608.
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Memories and Condolences
for Chancey Smith
Sponsored by Stacey and Shing.
February 27, 2018
The time was wonderful and carefree. Everyone was happy. There were no worries. Everyone enjoyed life and lived to enjoy it. Back when not even Kryptonite could stop us. 00 xxx
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Chad Mauger
September 28, 2016
Ten Years Gone
Then as it was, then again it will be
And though the course may change sometimes
Rivers always reach the sea Blind stars of fortune, each have several rays
On the wings of maybe, down in birds of prey
Kind of makes me feel sometimes, didn't have to grow
But as the eagle leaves the nest, it's got so far to go
In the midst I think of you, and how it used to be
Did you ever really need somebody
And really need 'em bad
Through the eyes an' I sparkle
Senses growing keen
See your feathers preen
Kind of makes makes me feel sometimes
Didn't have to grow
We are eagles of one nest
The nest is in our soul
Do you ever remember me
Never thought I'd see your face
The way it used to be
Holdin' on, ten years gone
Ten years gone, holdin' on, ten years gone
Ten years gone, holdin' on
The real Superman!
Chad Mauger
September 28, 2016
Chancey,
Your passion for life was amazing, your strength exhausting, your gentleness was known to all. Losing you still consumes me and many others with unrelenting sorrow. Rest peacefully my fallen brother. The strength of your memory will sustain us all. Words alone can not even begin to express just how much you are loved and missed. Here is a photo that was going around in my head while I daydreamed how I wish you could come back.
MISS YOU #33, CHANCEY SMITH MY BROTHER!
September 22, 2016
Has it been this long, yet it is still like yesterday, how can that be? I've stopped asking those kind of questions. There are no correct answers nor would they be understood. I see you everywhere. I know you are there. You are with me every single day. Forever a part of me. Today, for everyone that had the pleasure of knowing you, I hope they feel blessed and not a bit sad. :-) XXX
September 22, 2016
I MISS YOU
DEATH CHANGES EVERYTHING
TIME CHANGES NOTHING
I STILL MISS THE SOUND OF YOUR VOICE
THE WISDOM IN YOUR ADVICE
THE STORIES OF YOUR LIFE AND
JUST BEING IN YOUR PRESENCE.
SO NO TIME CHANGES NOTHING
I MISS YOU AS MUCH TODAY
AS I DID THE DAY YOU DIED
I JUST MISS YOU
YOUR SMILE NEVER LEAVES MY MIND
IT WARMED EVERY ROOM YOU ENTERED
YOUR LAUGHTER AND HUMOR
NEVER LEAVES MY EARS
IT MADE TEARS ROLL DOWN MY CHEEKS
YOUR FACE NEVER LEAVES MY EYES
YOU WERE AN ANGEL HERE ON EARTH
YOUR MEMORY NEVER LEAVES MY HEART
LOVE YOU FOREVER, MISS YOU SOOOOOO MUCH
MOM
March 4, 2015
Chancey, your brother posted this on facebook yesterday. Thought i would add it to your book, which i well soon have made into a hard copy. But here goes what Chad said.
Please excuse me while I tell you how I feel. "The superior man is modest in his speech, but exceed in his actions." That quote fits my brother to a T. I terribly miss his fun loving nature and his love for life. Our family gatherings are all but none existant since you went riding with the wind. I have so many memmories of us playing hockey, softball,poker, riding dirt bikes, going to the shore, our famous wing parties at moms house and lots more. i love you! HAPPY B-DAY BRO
March 3, 2015
How I remember this day,it was the day you and your sister were born. I held both of you so tight in my arms. Then the call came and took you away. It was your time to go home with God. He gave you to me and took you away, where you have no pain and suffering. The candle is burning while the tears are falling from my eyes. My sweet son, you are always in my thoughts, and in my heart. You were the best, so kind, loving and understanding. I miss you soooo much. Mom Happy Birthday
December 20, 2013
I miss you more and more. This was your holiday,Christmas, i just can not wait til it is over. Your absence effects the whole family. You were so greatly loved. The treasure in our family is no longer here. I just miss you so much. Love, mom
Kristie Mooers
March 4, 2012
Happy Belated Birthday Chancey!!! God Speed.. Spread your wings Angel
September 22, 2011
5 years ago today I got the early morning phone call that took a way a part of me that would never be replaced. I like to think that it gets easier over time but honestly it doesnt. You were a great friend whom I loved and considered a brother. I really do miss you!
alexa smith
August 22, 2011
dad, you are still the world to me. when i look up into the clouds i see your face every time.
i love you with all my heart!
alexa
March 5, 2011
Chancey, I thought of you the other day. I was thinking back to our childhood and the good times we spent playing in our backyards with Brooke and Stacey. You were an indelible part of my childhood and will always be missed. Happy Belated Birthday.--John Habblett
March 4, 2011
Chancey, Hope you had a Happy Birthday, I picture you up in heaven celebrating with Mom-Mom, Aunt June, Nanny. Anyways, I know you are still watching over us. As you can see you have 2 fantastic kids. Alexa is you the sporty girl. I hope you saw her playing soccer when she was in net, she did the posing just like you. And your boy, CJ, he is quite the clown. You always looked after Stace, now it is the opposite, Lex looks after her brother. You left me 2 fantastic, fabulous grandkids, thank you. There is still not a day that goes by that you are not in my thoughts. You are so missed. I wish you could come back, but i know that can't happen. But at least I know you are watching over us and protecting us. I miss you very much as so does everyone. Hope you birthday was a good one. Love you so much. Mom
August 11, 2010
Chancey,
I Miss you.
Beth
patrick marshall
March 3, 2010
i was reading the reading eagle today and say your happy birthday greeting to yur son. my boy david passed away last x-mass eve at an apartment in reading from an accidental drug overdose at 38. i feel the same way yous do. i miss him so much and can't believe it's been a year. i know you will see your son again just as i will see my boy. i will pray for your family. please pray for me. hope you didn't mind. david's last name was smith
December 10, 2009
Chancey...remember no matter happens in our lives...you are always in my heart and your children's hearts. Merry Christmas darling. We love you so very much. Not a day goes by still when we don't talk or think about you.
September 22, 2009
It has been 3 years, does not get easier, you are always in my thoughts. I wish I could see you, talk to you and just let you know how much I miss you, but I know you already know. I know you are up there watching over all of us. I miss you so much. Love, Mom
Krista
July 2, 2009
"Some people are like comets. They streak through our lives in a flash of excitement, love, and awe. Then they are gone, never to be seen again, although we think of them forever. Cometlike people cannot be held onto or controlled. They need to keep moving, lighting up yet another sky. Sadly, some comet types die too young, and we miss them and grieve deeply in their absence. But the angels know that each comet person who has left the Earth at a young age exits in a burst of light that remains for the good of those left behind. A comet would never want us to mourn its disappearance. So comet people want us to remember the joy they left behind and to allow the love we had for them to continue to grow, blessing others in its path."
"Comet people teach us the highest form of unconditional love and acceptance. Nex time you think of your comet people, cry a little or alot if you need to. Then smile and and send them a blast of love. This will give them a little extra fuel to shine a bit brighter wherever they are, and they will reflect the light back into your heart."
Chance, you are certainly our bright shining comet, we will forever love and miss you!
ps. Good job with Mark and the dog!
May 15, 2009
Fly angel fly...I'm letting you go now, it's time and I am happy for you! Be free, but remember to rest peacefully on my shoulder every now and then like a Monarch butterfly on a warmy, breezy day...not a moment goes by without me thinking about your beautiful soul.
April 21, 2009
I had a dream last night that I was at a bar (not sure where) and Chancey was there hanging out with his brother and friends and was having a great time. I remember staring at him in my dream thinking that it couldn't be real and wondering how I could be seeing him. I just kept staring at that smile of his and I was so happy that I was seeing him. In my dream I knew it was going to be a short time that I'd see him but I was glad to see him for this short time. I watched him talking to Brooke - they seemed to be talking a long time and were really happy and joking with each other. I gave him a big hug. This dream seemed so real to me and I woke up so awake afterwards - which never happens to me after a dream. It was so odd because I feel like I got to say goodbye. I was really upset when I found out a few months after it happened because I never got to say goodbye. I told people that it didn't seem real to me and that I just still feel like I'm going to run into him at Lucky's or some bar like I always had. And it's like that happened in my dream last night. I know this seems weird but I felt like he got around to saying good bye to me last night so I just had to share this.
Angela (Lisa) Crouse
April 10, 2009
HAPPY EASTER I REALLY MISS YA
linda kantner
March 7, 2009
Hey Chancey did you get to see Mandy yet? If you do give her a big hug and kiss from her mom. It will be 7 years March 25th and I miss as her as much today as I did the day she left me. Things are quiet here in the neighborhood without you guys. Miss you
March 3, 2009
Happy Birthday Chance. I had a dream about you the other night. It felt so real. I did not want to wake up. Luv ya bro Kyle
Mom
March 3, 2009
Thinking of you on your birthday
Just like I do everyday.
Wishing you were here,
Remembering you with mountains of love,
And oceans full of tears.
You are so missed
Happy Birthday Chance
Love, Mom
March 3, 2009
happy birthday!
March 3, 2009
Its just not the same without you.
Stacey
December 31, 2008
I'm on my way! Look out...2009 is gonna be the year of happiness and fulfillment. Happy New Year Chancey...as always keep looking after all your loved ones especially the ones that feel hopeless at times. I know I appreciate it each and every day. I love you!!!
October 20, 2008
Did you feel my warmth when I came and layed beside you. The sun was shining and you calmed me. Share with me your strength and power.
September 22, 2008
Hey Chance! Today is 2 years since you have been gone. We think of you so much and on so many different occasions. Jan and your children are doing great, but you already know that. I know you are watching over them everyday. I think of you this time of the year more than ever since it's FOOTBALL SEASON!! I always laugh inside to myself and think of you when I hear everyone around me BOOO the Cowboys! I just laugh and think of you and remember how proud of them you were. Wish you were here.
cali
September 17, 2008
Did you fix the game????? I think you might have had a hand in it... miss you..
September 15, 2008
Chancey...
As you already know.. Jan is doing an amazing job raising your babies..
continue to watch over them.
September 8, 2008
I need your guidance or a sign from you right now...to direct me in the right direction. You have always been my sounding board, but now I am going out on a limb because it feels right and scary at the same time, but even so, I need to know I am going down the right path. Most importantly your two most special gifts that you have given me and your family are doing so well...as you know your daughter is just about to turn 6yrs old already and is ready to lose her first tooth and had a surprise bday birthday and chose to be Wonder Woman for Halloween in your honor because she knows you loved the Justice League so much! Your brothers say your son is not so coordinated, but I swear he is going to be the next Bruce Lee and he already has your talent of throwing himself around and laughing his a** off while doing so! I miss you darling every day. I am so proud of our beautiful children and thank you every day for them and showing me what unconditional love means. You are truly ever present and a guiding force in our lives. I love you so much and miss you, even though it's been almost two years, it just seems like yesterday...
kyle
June 17, 2008
Hey Chance, I saw Alexa tonight at apple dumpling. It was so great seeing your smile again. She looks great and shes getting so big. She won a dinosaur and of course it was purple. I miss you so much. I think about you every day. Still can't believe that your gone. Talk to you later bro.
June 15, 2008
Happy Daddys Day!! I remember your 1st Daddys Day, you were in the hospital getting your appendix out. And tomorrow your lil man turns 4 years old. He is such a good boy and Alexa and him are so close and such good buddies to each other (just like you and Stacey were). Everyone is missing you so much. It is just not right without you here, but we are dealing. You just come thru so much in your kids it's unreal. They are so special and I am so glad you gave them to us. Happy Daddy Day.
love, mom
June 13, 2008
chancey,
dreamed about you last night. so strange. i woke up wondering what was real and what wasn't. it's so weird that you aren't here. sometimes it seems like yesterday that the phone rang at 4AM. other times it seems like ages ago.
your babies are doing good. i swear alexa is so smart.must have gotten that our side of the fam.... just joking. love ya and miss ya sooooo much.
beth (your bethany)
June 6, 2008
our family needs you to hold things together! you're truly missed cause things just aren't the same without you.
May 27, 2008
Chancey, I know you know how many people loved you, but if anyone had any doubt at all, just look how long this guest book has been open. And how many people think about you on a daily basis. My kids and I go to the cemetary to visit with my dad, and we always stop to see you also. If I take a different road out my kids will say wait mom aren't we going to see Chancey. We all miss you, but I guess you already now that. Think of you so often, take care cowboy.
May 20, 2008
Had a great time this weekend celebrating your life. But of course, you already know that. Brody still talks about you and everytime we see a big cloud in the sky, he says his Uncle Chancey is up there looking down at us. It makes him happy, so keep doing it. I could use your help. Keep me pointed down the right path, so we can find peace. Thanks Bro. Later
Shing
April 10, 2008
Hey Chancey!!! We think of you so much. I want you to know that Jan and the kids are doing really well. I know you already know and are watching over all of them. There would be no way that you would miss a beat with your kids. I know you will be there for Chancey's 4th birthday party and Alexa's first day of Kindergarten. Some days this whole "nightmare" seems like yesterday. I remember the phone call at 3am in the morning. I kept thinking this is NOT real, this didn't happen to CHANCEY!!! I hear your laughter, I see your smile as if it were yesterday. It has been a year and a half now and it is still seems like yesterday that I saw you smile. Thank you for being you, thank you for watching over your son and daughter and also my family and God Bless You!
We love you and miss you.
Shyam Daphtary
April 4, 2008
I was surfing the Internet and had no idea that Chancey Passed away. My deepest condolences to the Smith Family.
Jesse Yerger
March 7, 2008
happy birthday Chancey and Stacey, I always remember it's my birthday soon after yours,;March 25... Luv u always ...Jess
Jesse Yerger
March 7, 2008
Wow, I am overwhelmed at the existence of this website. A fine effort you have indeed displayed. The memory of Chanceys expressions and the echo of his voice I listen to with each passing day. I honestly speak with him often, kind of. If I was in a position to do more i certianley would
eric moody
March 3, 2008
Happy Birthday Chance,
We miss you and will always love you!
"Wagon", Krista and Sydney
March 3, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!!!!
February 21, 2008
You came to me in my dreams...You were so vivid and so full of love, it was beyond real. I miss you now more than ever. Your children will always know that you loved them more than life itself and that you are truly their superhero.
CALI
December 29, 2007
I think of you everyday. Especially during the holidays. With that brings such fond memories of you and that bigger than life SMILE! I will always remember you as that kind, sweet, timeless fixture in my life. I miss you all the time, even still after all the years passed when you weren't in my life directly. But you were always there in my heart and on my mind. You were one of those true gems that you knew they were something special, and realized HOW special when it was stolen from you before you could truly appreciate the luster. I don't want anyone to forget how truly amazing and kind you were and still ARE!!! I miss you and I am wishing for your family a HAPPY NEW YEAR. We miss you so very much and I think we can all sleep a little better knowing you are up there looking down on all of us, probably wearing that silly yellow coat. It is winter. Thankyou so very much for touching all of our lives and enriching every facet of our being, and hearts. Thankyou for having us love our children longer, holding a loved one longer, looking up at the sky and believing in something other than ourselves,and taking time to stop and look beyond today and realize there might not always be a tommorow. Thankyou for making our time here more precious, and making us all feel a little-less invincible. You were an amazing man and your legacy, and SMILE will live in our hearts forever...... miss you always.
December 12, 2007
Your babies decorated for Christmas for you. Alexa and Chancey wanted Santa and reindeer on the roof..maybe next year. I know you will be there when they open their presents on Christmas day. You are always and will be on my mind and in my heart forever.
November 27, 2007
HOW BOUT THOSE COWBOYS!!!!!!!1!!
November 4, 2007
The moment that you died,our hearts were torn in two
One side filled with heartache,the other died with you
We often lie awake at night,when the world is fast asleep
Take a walk down memory lane,with tears upon our cheeks
Remembering you is easy,we do it everyday
But missing you is heartache,that never goes away
A gift for such a little while,your loss is just so wrong
You should still be here,it's with loved ones you belong
A friend
October 5, 2007
A heart of gold stopped beating
Two smiling eyes at rest
God broke our hearts to prove to us
that he only takes the best
You were someone very special
You can never be replaced
Your memory in our lives
can never be erased
Your resting place we visit
To place flowers with loving care
And no one knows the heartache
when we turn and leave you there.
Miss and love you
Jeanne Blum
September 25, 2007
Bob and I are sorry that we couldn't make it on Saturday. We would have liked to have been there. The funny thing is that I heard a Cranberries song that Chancey loved on Saturday while I was feeling very sad about the year anniversary.I started singing the song and remembering this big burly guy with his great smile, singing the cranberries! and I felt better. This reminded me that throughout this year a memory of him has popped up in my head at the most opportune times. Whenever I needed comfort, encouragement, courage,etc. I believe that he speaks to us through intuition, dreams, songs and words from others. We still miss him. We still love him. But in a way..if we listen closely, we can still hear him. I hope that you are accepting these "little coincidences" that you've experienced over the year as signs that he is with you.I hope that you are all doing well. With lots of love and support,Gigi and Bob
Lisa & Jimmy Woods
September 24, 2007
Chancey,
Family and friends gathered together this past weekend to celebrate your life... There was laughter and there were tears.. the only things missing was you. A year later, it is still very clear how big your spirit is. You touched everyone's life in your own unique way.
We love you and miss you!
September 21, 2007
Chancey,
The thoughts of you are always with us no matter where we go,
The loneliness will never fade, it only seems to grow.
They say time heals all sorrow and helps us to forget,
But time has only shown how much we still miss you yet.
September 21, 2007
I CAME BY TODAY TO SEE YOU
I HAD TO LET YOU KNOW
IF I KNEW THE LAST TIME THAT I HELD YOU WAS THE LAST TIME
I'D HAVE HELD YOU AND NEVER LET GO
IT'S KEPT ME AWAKE NIGHTS, WONDERING
LIE IN THE DARK, JUST ASKING WHY
I'VE ALWAYS BEEN TOLD
YOU WON'T BE CALLED HOME
UNTIL IT'S YOUR TIME
I GUESS HEAVEN WAS NEEDING A HERO
SOMEBOY JUST LIKE YOU
BRAVE ENOUGH TO STAND UP
FOR WHAT YOU BELIEVE
AND FOLLOW IT THROUGH
WHEN I TRY TO MAKE IT SENSE IN MY MIND
THE ONLY CONCLUSION I COME TO
IS HEAVEN WAS NEEDING A HERO
LIKE YOU
I REMEMBER THE LAST TIME I SAW YOU
YOU HELD YOUR HEAD UP PROUD
I LAUGHED INSIDE
WHEN I SAW HOW YOU WERE STANDING OUT IN THE CROWD
YOU'RE SUCH A PART OF WHO I AM
NOW THAT PART WILL JUST BE VOID
NO MATTER HOW MUCH I NEED YOU NOW
HEAVEN NEEDED YOU MORE
CAUSE HEAVEN WAS NEEDING A HERO
THAT'S YOU
I MISS YOU SO SO VERY MUCH
MOM
rebecca ovide
September 18, 2007
I WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY.
Shing
September 11, 2007
CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR
CHANCEY J. SMITH
Saturday September 22, 2007
7:00 PM - ?
at the Sinking Spring Fire Company
Beer, soda and snacks will be provided
You bring:
The memories, the laughter
and yes, some tears.
For a life enjoyed and too quickly gone,
today we celebrate the memory of
a son, a brother, a husband,
a father, a friend,
CHANCEY
Shing
August 28, 2007
Hey Bro! I can't believe that it has almost been a year since you passed. You would think that time would dull the pain and make us miss you a little less. But, it feels like it did the night it happened. I guess that just shows the true impact that you had on our lives. The TPC plans to celebrate your life just as you would have wanted it. Don't worry, we'll still make fun of you just as much as if you were standing in front of us. We did recruit Lawn Swan and Squeaky Cheeks to be part of the Mighty, Mighty TPC. You see, it took two people to fill your spot. You could never be nor will be replaced. Kyle took over one of your fantasy teams, so you don't need to worry, he will carry on your tradition of losing. We miss you Bro. Peace
Shing
July 13, 2007
it's summer already. we're taking your babies to the beach. i know you'll be watching them playing in the water and sand. we'll be missing you.
b
May 23, 2007
Time goes by so fast and somethings still feel like yesterday. I often think of you and why this has happened.
I know that you are always looking out for those you love and like today with the warmth from the sunshine it's almost your sign that we feel the warmth of your smile.
miss you
Madison
May 22, 2007
Just wanted to stop by and say I miss you. I know you are watching over all of us though. Someday we will all be together again and have a blast. I really wish you could have met my daughter that was born in January, she is perfect and I can picture you smiling at her and telling me that. Well gotta go, God bless...
SUZIE SWAVELY
April 12, 2007
FINALLY TAKING A LOOK CHANCEY...THINK OF YOU SO OFTEN AND MISS YOUR QUICK SMILE.ALWAYS ENJOYED TALKING WITH YOU, YOU WERE LIKE ONE OF MY OWN. SUCH A TIME AS THIS BOUGHT YOUR MOM & I BACK IN TOUCH. I'LL KEEP WATCHING OVER HER FOR YOU AND I'LL KEEP MAKING HER SMILE.
March 7, 2007
Gone but Not Forgotten
You were so full of life,
Always smiling and carefree,
Life loved you being a part of it,
And I loved you being a part of us.
You could make anyone laugh,
If they were having a bad day,
No matter how sad I was,
You could take the hurt away.
Nothing could every stop you,
Or even make you fall,
You were ready to take on the world,
Ready to do it all.
But God decided he needed you,
So from this world you left,
But you took a piece of all of us,
Our hearts are what you kept.
Your seat is now empty,
And it's hard not to see your face,
But please always know this,
No one will ever take your place.
You left without a warning,
Not even saying good-bye,
And I can't seem to stop,
Asking the question why?
Nothing will ever be the same,
The days are empty without your laughter,
But I know you're in Heaven,
Watching over us and looking after.
I didn't see this coming,
It hit us by surprise,
And when you left this world,
A small part of us died.
Your smile could brighten anyone's day,
No matter what they were going through,
And I know everyday for the rest of our lives,
We'll be missing you.
March 3, 2007
Happy B-Day.
I miss you every day. I know you are there. I dreamed about you for the first time. You didn't speak. I kept asking "what are trying to say"? No answer. Just the smile. I finally got it, after waking up. Thank you.
Love you and miss you.
BD
March 3, 2007
Happy Birthday Chancey!
We all miss and love you very much.
March 3, 2007
Happy Birthday brotha, miss ya!
March 3, 2007
Happy Birthday............
klm
February 21, 2007
I talked to you in my dream last night. I have no idea what you said all that I recall is hearing your voice and the overwhelming feeling it left in my heart. I always think of you when I hear the Christina Aguilera (don't laugh, I know you'd think she was cute!) song "Hurt" and the line "Theres nothing I wouldn't do to hear your voice again, sometimes I want to call you but I know you won't be there"
... thank you for being there and calling me in my dream.
CRA
February 12, 2007
It is better to have loved and lost, than never to have loved at all. These words give me great strenght, and power over what could have been, and should have been. When I think of my dear friend, a tear and a smile hit me all at the same time,a very strange feeling, might I add. I was out the other day, and I would have bet a million dollars that I saw you. So much so, that this poor boy kept looking behind him, because I was staring at him so hard. Then, I spoke to a dear friend about it and she also said you came to her in a dream. That's the good and wonderful things about angels. They visit you when you need comfort,and have an emptiness inside which only they can fill. We all just miss you and think of you so very often. You have had a huge impact on so many. I just wanted you to know that you are loved, missed, and will always hold a special place in our lives, and hearts. Happy Valentines Day,I miss you...
linda kantner
February 10, 2007
i am sitting here thinking of all the good times we all shared with chancey, mandy,demo and all the others we have lost. the pain never goes away and only the parent of child who has passed will understand. it will be 5 years next month and not one day goes by that i do not think of my mandy. now i have others to think of also. i pray that they are all happy and together and that they will continue to watch over all of us. you will never never be forgotten and will always remain close in our hearts.
Tammy Ulrich
February 9, 2007
It still is a suprise and hard to belive.Reading all of your thoughts and memories puts a smile on my face and saddnes me at the same time. Jan and the rest of the Smith family, may god give you strength and may he forever surround you in love. Chancey made a huge impact on everyone he met, and we will forever be touched by him.
January 30, 2007
Sometimes people come into your life and you know right away that they were meant to be there... to serve some sort of purpose, teach you a lesson or help figure out who you are or who you want to become.
You never know who these people may be... your neighbor, child, long lost friend, lover, or even a complete stranger who, when you lock eyes with them you know that very moment that they will affect your life in some profound way.
And sometimes things happen to you at the time that may seem horrible, painful and unfair, but in reflection you realize that without overcoming those obstacles you would have never realized your potential strength, will power or heart.
Everything happens for a reason. Nothing happens by chance or by means of good luck. Illness, injury, love, lost moments of true greatness and sheer stupidity all occur to test the limits of your soul. Without these small tests, whether they be events, illnesses or relationships, life would be like a smoothly paved, straight, flat road to nowhere... safe and comfortable but dull and utterly pointless.
The people you meet affect your life. The successes and downfalls that you experience can create who you are, and the bad experiences can be learned from. In fact, they are probably the most poignant and important ones.
If someone hurts you, betrays you or breaks your heart, forgive them because they have helped you learn about trust and the importance of being cautious to whom you open your heart.
If someone loves you, love them back unconditionally, not only because they love you, but because they are teaching you to love and open your heart and eyes to little things.
Make every day count. Appreciate every moment and take from it everything that you possibly can, for you may never be able to experience it again.
Talk to people you have never talked to before, and actually listen. Let yourself fall in love, break free and set your sights high. Hold your head up because you have every right to.
Tell yourself you are a great individual and believe in yourself, for if you don't believe in yourself, no one else will believe in you.
You can make of your life anything you wish. Create your own life and then go out and live it, with absolutely no regrets.
Learn a lesson in life each day you live. And most importantly, if you love someone tell them, for you never know what tomorrow may have in store.
"Live each day as if it were your last... tomorrow is not promised"
I MISS YOU.........
December 27, 2006
Chancey, You will NEVER be forgotten and will ALWAYS be missed.
December 26, 2006
Merry Christmas to you and your family. I'm sure up their you were watching down on your family and watching your little children opening there gifts and smiling.
We all miss you and still think of you in our hearts!!!!Merry Christmas Chancey
December 26, 2006
I missed you christmas eve. It wasn't the same without you.
December 25, 2006
Merry Christmas brotha, I half expected to wake up this morning to a white Christmas. I figured if anybody could make it happen it would be you, I am sure you are busy watching over your family. God bless.
sds
December 5, 2006
I saw you today. When I opened the door there you were. You were standing on the other side of the room talking to a friend, smiling...laughing. I slowly moved in caught off guard at the sight of you but pleased you were there. I thought how amazing the person you were talking to must feel. How you made people feel so special, so…alive. I didn’t want you to see me. Afraid if you saw me it would go away. Afraid if you saw me it wouldn’t be real. So, I took a table along the wall and sat by myself and just watched you. I watched you as long as I could, not wanting to leave. Wanting the night to never end. I was jealous I was not the person you were with and talking to, but tried to be content to just watch you. But then I saw you start to look in my direction. I was excited and scared at the same time. Then you looked at me and it was over.
I grabbed paper and pen and as I lay in my bed and cry I try to write it all down so I wouldn’t forget every smile, every laugh, the way you moved, every detail, every moment I had as I watched you while I slept.
Shing
November 15, 2006
Hey Bro, we still miss you. The TPC got together and we poured you a beer and left a spot open at the table for you in case you decided to show up. One day we'll all be together again. By the way, since you are not here to mess it up, both of your fantasy football teams are kicking butt. Brody still talks about you everyday and Stacey and I will make sure Jax knows how great of an uncle you were. We'll never forget.
Shing
cow cow
November 15, 2006
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krista moody
November 13, 2006
Chance,
It's been almost 2 months and I keep waiting to run into you somewhere or for the phone to ring and hear your usual "Helloooo Krista dear" on the other end of the line and this bad dream would go away. I know that the bad dream won't go away but it does help to see you living on thru your kids... hearing Alexa yell "Boooo" whenever she hears the word Eagles or getting huge kisses from little Chancey and then watching him run into walls and do all of the crazy/clumsy things that you used to!
I smile whenever I picure your big old smile with "the eyebrow" that is permanently implanted in my heart. Thanks for the millions of memories and tell Elvis we said hi.
We all love you and miss you everyday Chance!
Krista, Eric, and Sydney
November 10, 2006
It's been awhile but it still seems like yesterday that I heard the news of you leaving us.
i do hope you are smiling down on all of us and knowing that you are truely missed.
i miss you buddy
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