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Christian LaVenture Obituary
WORCESTER - Christian Jeffrey "C.J." LaVenture, 16, of Worcester, a freshman at Worcester Tech, died Thursday, May 8, 2014 at his home.
C.J. was born in Worcester, son of Heather Johnson-LaVenture and Christian P. LaVenture.
In addition to his parents, C.J. leaves two sisters, Kylee J. and Allyson J. LaVenture; his Memé and Pepé, Judy Johnson and Norman Collette of Worcester; his Papa Joe and Gramma, Joseph and Judy LaVenture of Auburn; his Aunties Heidi & Carrie, his Uncles Daryl and Joe, his paternal grandmother, Sandra L. LaVenture of Worcester; his grandfather, Barry Johnson of Texas; his step-grandmother, Ann Marie Kelley of Worcester; many, many cousins, each and every one whom he adored; his loving Girlfriend Krissy Williamson, and his beloved dog Mickey.
C.J. attended Nelson Place School and was finishing his first year at Worcester Technical High School. He was an honors student who excelled in the school's welding program.
C.J. loved animals and music. He was a talented drummer and played in a band Ceej with some of his closest friends.
C.J. was a beautiful young man. He was sensitive and thoughtful. He had a great sense of humor. He was a loving son, and a devoted big brother and protector of his two sisters.
C.J. loved his family and friends and had a warm hug for everyone he knew. He was always polite, often shy and sometimes delighted his friends with his undeniably goofy actions. He will be greatly missed.
There will be calling hours Tuesday, May 13 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester. There will be a graveside service Wednesday, May 14 at Noon at Hope Cemetery, 119 Webster St., Worcester.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christian LaVenture
Dad + Ceej
June 21, 2015
Goofy Boy
June 21, 2015
June 16, 2015
June 16, 2015
June 16, 2015
June 16, 2015
June 16, 2015
June 14, 2015
the smile
June 14, 2015
Mom + Ceej
June 11, 2015
June 11, 2015
love you buckaroo
June 11, 2015
Pepe'
June 2, 2015
CJ It has been one year and 25 days and I am just now able to read all these entries and bring myself to write in it to. I still can't look at all the photos and movies we have of you cause its to painful, all I do is cry. I hope that goes away soon, there is so many beautiful memories of you in those pics that I am sure it will bring me great comfort. I know the reason I hurt so much is because I LOVED YOU SOOOOO MUCH. I still can't believe your really gone. I know GODS WILL be done, HE has a Divine plan for you and needed you there, and some day I will see you there and I will understand,( I often wish I could come to you now),but I know you want me here for a while longer to watch over your mom + dad + sisters and meme' I promise you I will. I also know you have visited me a few times, please continue to do that, I'm looking forward to the next time. Un till then ROCK the HEAVENS...Buckaroo LOVE YOU FOREVER
Judy Johnson
May 30, 2015
Hey baby, thinking of you like I always do and missing you like crazy. May is the hardest month for us all. Its so sad everyday without you. I love you and I always will. I will never forget you. EVER! Help Mom if you can, she hurting unbearably. I can't wait until I can see you again. thinking of you always. Pepe' is too. Always in my heart darling, Meme'
Love the Joy on his face!
Carrie Horn
April 27, 2015
Silly boy!
Carrie Horn
April 27, 2015
Carrie Horn
April 27, 2015
Ceej on Bass.
Carrie Horn
April 27, 2015
Cj, Kylee, and Ally
Carrie Horn
April 27, 2015
Cj at the computer.
Carrie Horn
April 27, 2015
Carrie Horn
April 27, 2015
Hi Ceej. Your year anniversary of the day God called you home is coming up and I can't stop thinking of you. We all miss you so very much. I know one day we will see each other again, and it will be so nice to see your smile and hug you. Meme wanted more pictures of you on here so I will be posting some more for all to see and remember. I love you and miss you.
Always and Forever, Auntie Carrie xxxooo
HEIDI JOHNSON
April 8, 2015
hi cj you keep popping into my head. Pepe told me last week that if you find a dime thats your loved ones telling you there with you. It's so weird because I think maybe the next day it was or whatever close to that I found a dime and a penny but the way I found good was very direct... love you and miss you so much.. but I feel you touch my heart. Know that I recognize that we are trying to connect. it might be God. your mom is really having a hard time as you are well aware I'm sure she's struggling. I don't know if you can help her feel your presence. I'm not sure if she can allow it yet. Your one year anniversary of your death is around the corner and we are all feeling the loss that you are not with us. Xxoo
Our Family Easter photo (a couple years ago) We all Miss you!! xxxooo
Carrie Humfryes
April 6, 2015
Hello Cj my sweet nephew. Happy Easter! I felt you here yesterday, when all the kids were laughing and playing. I miss you so much. I almost wanted to set a place for you at the table. Everyone missed you yesterday. Ella kissed your picture. Hanna, Anton, and Ella's dad, you know, Jan is very sick. Please watch over him and help him know that it's ok to let go and let God. You continue to amaze me. I love you to the moon and back...Always and Forever, Auntie Carrie xxoo
April 4, 2015
Hey my darling Grandson, Its been a long time since I've written. I guess because I feel you every single day and I talk to you every day, I know your near me and it comforts me. Any anger I had is gone, and I am sorry for the days I scolded you. I know your safe with God and all the angels. And I know you have boundless energy to shine down on us to help us carry on. You are a bright light in my heart and that is where you will stay. The hole in my heart has been filled with your love. Its Easter tomorrow and all the Holidays come and go without the joy of your presence. We all try to go through the motions but its not the same and I think were all glad once the day has passed, until another one comes along. And the emptiness, we'll we all feel it all over again. I know you want us to be happy, so we try. Its still hard. Pepe' misses you so much that he is actually quiet(if you can imagine that). Missing you every second of everyday. Love you forever and I can't wait to see you again, my love. always, your Meme' p.s. Thanks for all the signs that you in fact are still around us. Much LOVE Ceej.
Carrie Humfryes
April 3, 2015
God Keep you Safe!
Please watch over your cousins' and your sisters', they all miss you so much!!
I hope you are at peace sweetheart, and I love you! Love Auntie Carrie Endless kisses and hugs.
Carrie Humfryes
April 3, 2015
Hi Cj,
I still can't believe your gone. I know you did not mean to leave us, but, it's so hard living in this world without you. You are such an amazing kid and I felt you take my tears away that time in Me'me's backyard. I knew it was you, I could feel you all around me. I feel privileged to be your Auntie, and your cousins miss you so much too. I love you to the moon and back, for now and always. I love you CJ and I miss you so very much.
Rock the Heavens
Love Forever and Always,
Your Auntie Carrie xxoo
March 6, 2015
Its been a while since I have written. I haven't been able to. I have been having such a hard time since Christmas. I cant look at your pictures, I can't think about you , talk about you , if I do I sob and it doesn't stop. We had a memorial for you with Good Samaritans on what would of been your 17th birthday, I printed a picture of you and put candles there, I found a poem and read it at the podium, I am surprised that I didn't pass out from crying so much. Dad, and the girls were there of course as well as Meme' and Pepe'[ and Auntie Heidi. It was a beautiful day but very very sad. Man I wish I could of had a big bash for you. Maybe they did in heaven :( January and February are somewhat or a blur. I have been busy at work and super tired. I sat in your room the other day but only for a brief time. I found it extremely difficult to be in your room because the visions creep into my head of the night I found you, my baby, my son. CJ this sucks, I hate that you aren't here.
December 23, 2014
Well its December 23rd, Christmas Eve tomorrow. I am an emotional wreck. CJ hunny I wish you were here to make me laugh, to hug me , to hear you say I love you Mom. I wish I could hear those drums being played. I am so sorry that your were hurting as much as you were, I wish I knew more. I wish you would of let me in to help you. I know that you were protecting me, I know that you didn't want me to worry about you, I think you thought you could handle it on your own. I love you so much, I need to you give me as many signs as you can. I need something big for me to know you are with me Dad and the girls. So if that's possible Please show me. There have been so many of our friends that have been so kind with gifts for your sisters. Gifts for me and Dad. I hope you give us a sign on Christmas morning that you are with us. I often wonder that when Mickey barks at nothing, barks at the air that its you messing with him, he growls at nothing..LOL Me and the girls went to The Carriage house, its a grief group for kids. The girls really like it and have lots of fun, plus I have met other Mom's that have lost their son's like I lost you. Anyway, we did a candlelight service and lit a candle for you and we had your favorite, Cheese Pizza, how appropriate! Ally has slept upstairs for the last 2 days and she said this morning that she hopes that you are watching and telling her how proud you are. She said she isn't scared anymore. I am very happy about that and I am very proud of her too. Dad is doing ok, he is working hard but the chemicals he works with are making him sick :( he hasn't been sleeping very well. I think he feels left out with out you, he is surrounded by girls. Watch over him ok. Thank you for helping Pepe', I do believe you had something to do with that for sure. I can only imagine what Christmas is like in Heaven. I hope that you are ok and surrounded by love of our family. I love you Ceej, more than life itself. I will write again on Xmas. Love Mom
December 14, 2014
Hey Ceej,
Ally, Meme' and I went to the cemetery today, but I have a feeling you know that. I am anxious, and cant wait until you headstone is put in...I am pretty sure you will like it. (That's an odd statement a mother should say) I am still in shock when I go there, I never want to leave, I want to cover you with a heavy wool blanket...its so cold. :( Mickey came with us and peed on everyone's headstones..lol I am sure you are laughing at that, and probably encouraging your dog to pee on everything. You would totally do that and I can hear your laugh ...I miss that contagious laugh...Ally stood at your grave and cried today, I haven't witnessed her cry like that in a while. She still feels like its her fault that you did what you did. I tell her all the time it is so NOT her fault...please help her CJ, watch over her. Kylee is doing ok, she misses you too, she reminded me of some funny stuff you and her did together. Dad is watching the Patriots Game and I am sitting here at the computer thinking about you. We miss you so much CJ, I wish you were here. Christmas is in 11 days and then your 17th birthday on Jan 4th. I am not sure I can make it through these next few weeks, its getting harder and harder to keep it together and keep my pain hidden. Not sure how much longer I can hold it in. I let it out when I am alone, and you know that doesn't happen very much. Anyway,
I love you so much and miss you terribly.
Love Mom <3
December 9, 2014
I love you more <3
December 9, 2014
Hi CJ,
Sorry I didn't write to you yesterday. It was 7 months ago yesterday that you made an impulsive decision. Some days I am so mad at you, some days I want to be leave this earth to be with you. I know I could never do that. Your sisters need me. I hate that I cant see you, I hate that I cant hold you , hug you. This isn't fair :( I thought I would watch you become a successful man , a successful musician, a magnificent welder, and I thought you would be my first child to give me a grandchild. You would have been the best father ever. I hate this, I hate that you died.
December 6, 2014
I just realized that Pepe's surgery is on your 7 month date that you have been gone..even more reason for me to believe that you will be watching over him,,,but you guys cant have him yet,,,Pepe has a lot more to do on this earth...I love you baby, goodnight I love you more xoxo
Love this one
December 6, 2014
CJ's long term companion " Vinny"
December 6, 2014
"The Band"
December 6, 2014
One of his all time favorite bands and Mom's too :)
December 6, 2014
cute couple
December 6, 2014
Cj and his first true love Krissy <3
December 6, 2014
CJ & Sam Best Friends since 2nd Grade @ Nelson Place he really loved her
December 6, 2014
Cj's tardemark "Rock N Roll"
December 6, 2014
CJ & Aidan 2014
December 6, 2014
Matt & CJ Band practice
December 6, 2014
Drummer Boy Practicing
December 6, 2014
Forest Grove Graduation 2012
December 6, 2014
Silly kid
December 6, 2014
CJ & Joey Jane
December 6, 2014
December 6, 2014
December 4, 2014
Hi Ceej,
Its Mom again. I have been wanting to tell you but I couldn't find the words, but I am sure you already know. Your Pepe' is very sick, he has Cancer, its really bad :( He is having a BIG surgery on Dec 8th and I am hoping that you can watch over him, maybe swoop down here and hold his hand while he is in surgery. I know you are with him all the time, I know you are with me all the time too. I don't think its his time yet. I don't know CJ, I am scared for him, scared for Meme', Heidi too. There is so much craziness and awful things that has happened since you died. I wish you were here CJ I miss you so much. I would really love to have one of our "check in's" :( :( On a lighter note, Mom is going out tonight. I am going with everyone from work to an event called An Evening of Giving, its like a formal event, so I have to dress up, and you know me, I would wear a tye dye dress if I could. So give me a sign later that you approve and that I look pretty. When you were a little boy Dad and I had an event to go to and I will never forget you telling me that I looked pretty. I love you baby, and I wish you were here.
Love Mom
December 1, 2014
Thanksgiving has past and up comes Christmas. You are heavy on my mind as always. The day after Thanksgiving all your friends came over, Kristo, Aidan, Jared, Alex, Sam, Collin, Matt ,Ben and Sara and of course Krissy. Aidan played your drums and it sounded so good to hear those drums being played. I showed Krissy pictures from your phone and videos. Kristo, jared and Alex sat with me and we watched videos of you and them doing funny stuff together. We laughed a lot! We watched one video over and over because your were laughing, and I love hearing your laugh, no one has a laugh like you. Your laugh is music to my ears. I miss you so much today and every day. I wish I could hug you, I would never let you go. Keep showing me signs that you are with me kiddo, I love you so much oxoxoxox What can I do for xmas for you? give me a sign if you can
Love Mom
November 4, 2014
November 4, 2014
November 4, 2014
November 4, 2014
Good Morning Baby,
Its almost 6 months ago that we lost you. I haven't visited your grave and I feel tremendous guilt. If I go visit I don't want to leave, I would pitch a tent, wrap up in a sleeping bag, and never leave. I would give anything to hear you laugh, to hear your drums echo through the house. to hear you say Love you Mom , and I would say Love you More. I miss you CJ it hurts so bad.
Love you More
~Mom
Maureen DeSimone
October 2, 2014
I don't know you, but I know the pain of losing a child. Each of us has a different experience, no 2 are alike, but the pain is as great to me as it is to you. I know of no other pain as sharp and uncontrollable. There are times when I am able to talk of my son and other times I am not without crying. In time the pain does ease but it's always there. Catches me by surprise often. It's ok, we must grieve in our own ways. Sometimes we ask ourselves if we could have changed things, we could not, it was God's will. No matter what we tell ourselves, we punish ourselves, it was still God's will and there is nothing we could have done to change that. Our children are only loaned to us for a short time. We need to try to find comfort in the fact that we had that time with them, no matter how short.
"I'll lend you for a little while
A child of mine" God said -
For you to love the while he lives
and mourn for when he's dead.
It may be six or seven years
or forty two or three
but will you, till I call him back,
take care of him for me?
He'll bring his charms to gladden you
and, should his stay be brief,
you'll have his nicest memories
as solace for his grief.
I cannot promise he will stay,
since all from earth return
but, there are lessons taught below,
I want this child to learn.
I've looked the whole world over,
in my search for teachers true,
and from the things that crowd life's lane
I have chosen you.
Now will you give him all your love,
nor think the labour vain,
nor hate me when I come to take
this lent child back again?
I fancied that I heard them say,
"Dear Lord Thy Will Be Done"
for all the joys thy child will bring
the risk of grief we'll run.
We'll shelter him with tenderness,
we'll love him while we may,
and for the happiness we've known
forever grateful stay.
But, should thy Angels call for him
much sooner than we planned,
we'll brave the grief that comes
and try to understand.
God Bless you and your family.
Elaine Dufault
October 2, 2014
Wishing you blessings through these tough times you've had to go through. Be strong and keep the faith with love in your hearts. Amen.
Mom
October 2, 2014
Kylee started to sleep in her room last week and is doing ok but won't go up alone Dad or I have to tuck her in and she has to sleep with her door closed. Ally won't go near the stairs at all, wont go upstairs at all...She is always scared :( Please help her CJ, she misses her big brother and is afraid that you are still in your room and that you will come out and scare her....please please watch over her..reach into her heart and help her to know that its ok...to not be scared. I am trying really hard to forgive you....
Mom <3
October 2, 2014
I miss you so much...I hate that I cant hug you,I hate that I don't hear "I love you Mom" my heart is bleeding!!!
Judy Johnson
September 30, 2014
I am missing you so much C.J .Our lives will never be the same without you. You always made Pepe' and I laugh. Your a gift to us that we will never forget! We always talk about all the silly things you did, to make us laugh and that you always said" I Love You Meme" almost everyday. And then you said it again & again. I am so blessed to have that sweet memory you gave me. And all the hugs, so sweet! I love you C.J. and I miss you, .Til we meet again, Meme' xxxooo
Aniah Leeze Garcia
August 13, 2014
I never knew C.J. that well. I was shy just like him. Even though he is not with us, I hope he knows that I thought he was a good boyfriend to my friend and I thought that he was a wonderful person.
Jennifer Prokopowich
July 26, 2014
Heather and Chris , CJ was amazing kid you did such a good job raising him. Our hearts go out to always . We love you guys so much! Jen, Tish and Mike xoxo
My handsome boy :(
Mom
July 26, 2014
Mom & Ceej
mom
July 26, 2014
mom
July 26, 2014
contagious smile <3
Mom
July 26, 2014
Mom
July 24, 2014
Its been a bad day today, I hate that I cant wrap my arms around you and tell you its going to be ok :( this isn't fair I love you with all my heart and soul
Love Mom
July 24, 2014
Lori Bertini <3
Elaine Ellis
July 22, 2014
Christian and Heather, please know you both have been in my prayers I cannot phantom your pain. CJ will always be there for you both in spirit and sweet memories. Memories that will last a life time. Heather, Chris, I am sure Uncle Wayne is holding him tight for you both. Everyone is right, he is an angel now, knowing that, feeling that, may that help you both to keep going forward.
Laurie Lindsey
July 22, 2014
I am blessed to have known you! My memories of you are of the times at Sober in the Sun...your pet turtle...and all your mom's post of you and your "Band"...I remember when she started all her bragging on you playing in the basement. ...Mom continues to be extremely PROUD of you. ..But what I will most remember about you CJ is you illuminating smile!!! You have the most AMAZING SMILE that is absolutely unforgettable!! It continues to touch my heart every time your mom blesses us with your memory. ...Rock the Heavens CJ....and one day soon I will see you in Heaven...FRONT ROW...VIP PASS!! Xoxo
All my LOVE......Laurie, Craig, Sarah & Deven
susan lambert
July 21, 2014
Cj there isnt a day that goes by that u are not missed i didnt know u but im a great friend to your mom and i want to say rip sweet angel wish i got to meet u my heart is broken for your mom i visit u on occation to say hi and sit with u i was shattered to hear you left us i will forever be your moms best friend and to be there when she needs something u are loved your precious and i hope u are feeling better honey play us a song i hope u saw the drawing i did for u in the sand at the beach i got a copy of it on my phone love ya my new friend
July 21, 2014
Hi Baby,
I miss you and I am still waiting for you to come home, I feel you with me, I see your signs, I pick up on them through Music. I cry everyday. I wish I could rewind the last 2 months, back to that day , I would of talked with you more, I would of helped you if I had known. I love you CJ , My baby, I hate that your gone, I feel like I cant go on with out you...I hope its true what they say , that I will see you again someday...if so, your father and I are going to kick your butt, after we hug you for a while. :( Miss you :( Love Mom
Meme
July 14, 2014
Missing you so much C.J.!!! Always on my mind. Praying for you my sweet grandson and praying for your Momma and Dad and Kylee and Ally. You live in Pepe' heart and mine too. We all miss you so much baby. And love you always. Little Ella Rose cried so hard.(only 6 yrs. old) Sending her LOVE to you too! Until we meet again sweet darling. I am with you in spirit every minute of every day. Always your Meme
Heather Johnson-LaVenture
June 8, 2014
The day you were born was the first time I really fell in love...I miss your silliness. ..I miss you hugging me tight and telling me you love me every night. ..I miss you rockin your drums...house is quiet ...hate this...dad is an emotional mess without you. ..Ally had her recital today ..you would be so proud ..The girls miss beyond belief. .specially Kylee...she looks up to you...wish we knew how sad you were baby...I'm so sorry that your were suffering inside. Please be at peace now. .no more pain my son...I will try to live my life without you but.. with you in my heart. Love Mom <3
Heather
June 7, 2014
You ROCK those HEAVENS Big Guy !!!!! Thinking of you say hello to ALL my friends and FAMILY up there for me!!!!! Miss you CJ!!!!????????????!!!!!!
Phil Packard
June 7, 2014
Always here, never forgotten ~ Cj. Watch over your Mom, Dad, Kylee, Ally and the rest of your family. Peace to you all, Mary and Phil
Judy and Norman Johnson/Collette
June 1, 2014
To our beautiful Family. Our hearts are so broken, we wonder how we will ever recover. A day without C.J. is a very sad day for all of us. God, please give us strength to attempt to carry on. C.J. was the light of our lives since the second he was born. We love you more than we could ever say. We will love you forever. Our beautiful. May God bless and keep you close. We will always love you, Until we meet again, forever and ever, Please God Watch over our family and give us hope and faith to carry on...always & forever, Your Meme'& Pepe...
Kelley, Chad and Cam Carlson (Robinson)
May 17, 2014
We are sending our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
paul Bondi
May 16, 2014
my prayers are with you at this time I hope you all lean on god,and each other,God be with you until you meet again
Kalob and his mom
May 16, 2014
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all in this amazingly difficult time. May the memories of your beautiful son bring you some peace. Heaven has another angel. Kylee's friends are thinking of you all.
CJ
Christian LaVenture
May 15, 2014
You were my light in the dark my reason for living my purpose for being. Life is less without your smile and laugh in it. Everyday you told me you loved me. Everyday will never be the same. I love you my son I will miss you so much.
MOM & DAD, KYLEE, ALLY
May 15, 2014
We miss you beyond belief, Our hearts ache , we can't stop crying, our beautiful loving boy, We cant believe your gone, the house is so empty, We want you back so bad, CJ you are the best son a mom and dad could ask for, and an amazing big brother, our house our lives, our hearts will never ever be the same...Please help us through this through your kindness and watch over your sisters, Me and Dad , I Love you to the moon and back my dear son. With all our love, Mom, Dad, Kylee & Allyson
Carrie Humfryes
May 15, 2014
This candle is for you CJ. Rock the Heavens. I will continue to pray for Heather and Chris, Kylee, and Allyson in hopes that they may find some peace some day.
Cj and Kylee and Christo
Carrie Humfryes
May 15, 2014
What a beautiful soul you are. You blessed us with your smile and your presence was so strong that it filled the room. I love you more than words can express and I will miss you forever and always. I will pray for Mom and Dad and I will stay close to Ally and Kylee. Thank you for being the best nephew anyone could ask for. You always told me you loved me, and gave me big hugs and kisses. God needed a drummer for the Heaven's Band, I know in my heart I will see you again when I get there. Love, Auntie Carrie xxxxoooo
May 15, 2014
You are forever in our hearts
We love you, Papa Joe and Gramma Judy
Jodi L
May 14, 2014
My son went to school with C.J. in 7th and 8th grade. He was a good kid, unfortunately only the good die young. We are so sorry for your loss.
Bill Charest (Frito-Lay)
May 14, 2014
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Robyn, Scott, Ian, and Seth
May 14, 2014
May peace be with Heather, Chris, the girls, the Johnson and LaVenture grandparents, and aunts and uncles as well. May CJ's extended family be comforted as well. It has been an honor to know CJ,and adore him as well, as he grew. Deep LOVE to his family.
Colleen Shugrue
May 14, 2014
So sorry for your loss. CJ will be missed and remembered as a great friend. John and the Shugrue Family
Kaitlyn Firmin
May 13, 2014
Heather & family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all- CJ was a sweet kid. We've gained yet another angel. xo
May 13, 2014
Cj will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. R.I.P Cj we love and miss you
-The Guido/ Lucier family
Charise (Reese) Collins
May 13, 2014
May God help you grieve. All my love is with you and the family.. As a mother, I couldn't imagine the pain... Yet all my prayers are with you. His memories cannot leave your hearts. Please accept my sincere condolences & love. Your cousin.
Charise (Reese) Collins
May 13, 2014
To my cousin Chris & your wife Heather. I didn't know you much but my heart is with you. My prayers are with you. I also have a 16 yr. old & couldn't imagine your pain. His memories will always be close. With deepest sympathy, Charise Collins.
May 13, 2014
Our hearts are breaking for you. Please accept our most sincere condolences. The McArdle Family
Kelly Leveille (Frito Lay)
May 13, 2014
Christian and Family,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.
May 13, 2014
I am so sorry for the lost of a perfect little Angel. May he Rest In Peace....Praying for the family....
Deborah Stephens
May 13, 2014
To C. J. ' s Mother ........ May your heart be wrapped with love and kindness right now ....... I too am a Mother who lost a son ...... This is a pain like no other my heart aches along with yours because I understand like no one else can ! Stay close to the people who love you right now ...... Allow them to ease as much of the pain as they can ...... Continue to honor your sons memory ....... He sounded like an awesome intelligent individual who made this world a better place because he was here ! I know that for as long as I live I will never stop honoring my son Johnathan's memory !
May 13, 2014
Kylee and Laventure family, so sorry to hear of the loss of CJ. we are thinking of you and pray for you and the family.
Lynn Pucci and the NEKA family.
Megan LeBlanc
May 13, 2014
Heather and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap you all in his arms and comfort you all in this difficult time.
Alesia Ventura
May 13, 2014
My heart is broken for you all. Praying for you. xo
May 13, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. My son Zach Cutler has nothing but great things to say about CJ and has great memories with him from Worc Tech. Rest in peace CJ. Cindy and Zach Cutler
May 13, 2014
Sending love and prayers.
Mary Ann Barry
(Aidan's Nana)
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How to support Christian's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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