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Chad, Angie, Brennan, Delaney & Kate Holmes
July 30, 2006
Kerry & Taylor,
Chad and I will forever remember Rory as someone who brought life, light and laughter into any room he entered. By the many stories that have been shared and those who remember him, it is obvious what a special man he was and how many lives his touched and made wonderful. May these qualities continue to touch all of our lives through remembrance of him. Living each day to the fullest and sharing our love with everyone we meet are some of the gifts he left behind:-) We love you so much and continue to pray for God's grace and comfort for you and Taylor.
Tony Zelaya
April 24, 2006
Dear Kerry,
I am so so sorry to hear about the tragic news of your husband passing.
God Bless you and your daughter.
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.
Tony Zelaya
Nicole Trewin
April 22, 2006
Kerri and Taylor,
I was so lucky to have meet Rory and babysit for Taylor. In the few times that I spoke with Rory it was clear that he was a loving and adoring husband and father. My thoughts are with you both. He will live forever in your memories and Taylor will know how much her daddy loved her.
April 21, 2006
Kerry & Taylor,
We love you so much. Rory will always be in our hearts and memories and we know he is smiling down upon us and keeping watch over you and angel Taylor.
xoxo,
James, Laura, Christian & Landon Speidel
Kerry & Michelle Wentz
April 14, 2006
I have known Rory for a log time, we grew up together delivering news papers and racing bmx bikes. His smile and talent where aparent then. We would see each other now and then at the race trac and he never forgot his old friends. He is racing with all the great drivers now and we can only hope we will join him some day. Our thoughts and praqyers are with his family and friends!!!
Russ Roberts
April 13, 2006
To Rory's family, Sharon and I just want to express our deep sympathy to you and let you know that you have been in our thoughts and prayers. Rory was an employee at our company in the early 90's. As you might imagine we were sorry to see him move on, but not just because we were losing a great employee, but also because his personality and humor could not be replaced. He will always hold a special place in our memory.
I cannot think of Rory without remembering his unsinkable enthusiasm for every facet of living. I have resolved to try to be more like him in that way from now on.
May the God of all Comfort be with you today and always.
Russ and Sharon Roberts
maureen manley
April 12, 2006
I didn't know Rory but both of my brothers, Mike & Pat , have been sharing stories about Rory and saying what a great guy he was. I am so sad for your loss and I wish for you all strength and peace at this difficult time.
Tom "Thomass" & Stacey Bender
April 10, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to all of Rory's family at this difficult time. He was an all-around great guy and will sorely be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
My wife and I were in a state of shock to hear the news and still can't believe it. I have known RP since '92 when he and I worked together. Even after we both moved on, we always kept in touch, not a lot, but enough to always know what the other was doing and it always felt like it was no more than a matter of weeks, even if it was many months or even a year. I would always throw work at whatever sign company he landed at because I trusted him and he was always so pleasant and fun to be around. I was fortunate enough to see him about a month ago and engage in our usual banter of nickname calling and general Tom-foolery.
He will not be forgotten.
Jack Govern
April 9, 2006
Kerry & Taylor,
My prayers are with you and your family's. I went to school with Rory and knew him as a fun loving guy with a smile and joke and never a bad thing to say about anybody. We are all better people to have known him.
Chris Olson "Nordstrom"
April 9, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sharona Schweitzer
April 9, 2006
I had the pleasure of getting to know Rory nearly 17 years ago. Although I knew him only a short time, I have always remembered him as a delightful person.
Please accept my sincere sympathy for your loss.
Roger & Gail Ballman & Family
April 9, 2006
Kerry, Taylor, Dard & Terry,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and may God help you heal during this difficult time.
Moe and Frani
April 9, 2006
Kerry, Our thoughts and praeryers are with you. We still can't believe it.
J-Dub Myers
April 9, 2006
Myself as everyone will miss R.P. Myself it was always his grand entrance saying: YOW! R.P. IN THE HOUSE!!! He always was excited to see his friends.
Jimmy & Therise Kirkham
April 8, 2006
Kerry/Taylor Dard/Terry : Our thoughts and paryers are with you all at this dificult time in your lives. We will always remember Rory with kindness. Rory was a true Racer to the end. We will miss him
Michael Biderman
April 8, 2006
I would go months at a time without seeing Rory, yet when we met up he would make it seem as if we had been hanging just yesterday. I look forward to that next meeting! God speed my friend.
Cecelia (Aunt Seal) Shoemaker
April 7, 2006
There are smiles which cannot be contained by the face's limiting vessel.
They explode exhiliratingly
Beyond the body's boundaries
And dare us to resist.
There is Humor
Which signals its eruption
With teasing,sparkling eyes
And we willingly succumb
To laughter's abandon
There are Lives
That enter ours, not quietly
But spectacularly
With a super-nova's energy
And we wonder,how did we live
Prior to such Brilliance?
Son, Brother,Friend, Husband, Father
Life Force....
Thy Name is Rory.
Thank you for bursting upon
Our lives.
Tim & Diny Divers
April 7, 2006
Please accept our condolences. Having met RP made a everlasting and positive impact on our lives.
Robert Krass
April 7, 2006
Our deepest sympathy and many prayers for the family. This is truly a tragedy. God Bless!
Peg and Jack Crownover
April 7, 2006
Kerry and family,
We will never forgt the tears in his eyes as he said "I do"...his love was overflowing and we felt it. Our hearts are saddened also.
Kirsten Palacios
April 7, 2006
I am so sorry for you loss. My heart goes out to you, your lovely daughter and Rory's family. May you find strength from the support and love from your friends and family.
Tracey Donaldson
April 7, 2006
I went to junior high with Rory and I will always remember his warm smile and sense of humor. He was a quality guy back then and I am sure he grew to be a wonderful man. My heart goes out to his family at this sad time and they will be in my prayers.
sherry (spani) fairlamb
April 7, 2006
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families at this time.
Lian Morrison
April 6, 2006
It's been 26 years since I went to Junior High with Rory, but that suddenly feels like yesterday & I am very sad. He was one of the good guys & I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with his friends and family, especially his wife & little girl.
Debbie Cline
April 5, 2006
I went to Junior High with Rory. He was so funny and well liked. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Jamie Eberle & Family
April 5, 2006
Our hearts go out to you at this time and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family... God Bless
Gayle Schulz
April 5, 2006
Kerry-the whole Ken Schulz family
sends you and Taylor our love and prayers. God send you strength and peace. Love, Gayle
Tiggy & Johnnie Walker
April 5, 2006
Kerry -Rory was one of life's truly special people. He lit up a room with his smile and his wonderful sense of humour. Even though we knew him only briefly, he touched us deeply. Together with our prayers, we send you thoughts of love, compassion and strength.
Gary & Diane Eklund
April 5, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your daugher.
Paul and Jodi Parsons
April 5, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Debbie Syvertsen
April 5, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. I've known Rory since we were very young. I've known him as 'Cindy's little brother', as well as a man in love with his new wife, my company's 'sign guy', an eager-to-be dad, and then a proud dad who sent his daughter's photo to me via email. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss him, too.
Susan Hastings Tiscornia
April 5, 2006
Kerry,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and Rory's family. May time ease your pain and allow you to remember all the love and laughter you and Rory shared.
Lisa & Neil LLoyd
April 5, 2006
Kerry - our thoughts are with you - Rory will be missed especially for the way he could bring such a beautiful smile to your face.
Annette Anderson
April 4, 2006
During this sad time, it's hard to think that there can be any happiness, but the lucky ones are God and Rory. May the family be blessed with a peace and calm.
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