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Sarah Quesenberry
March 23, 2006
I am terribly sadened to hear this news. Judy, I know your boys meant everything to you-my prayers are with you and your family.
Sarah Quesenberry
Ben Zoeller
March 22, 2006
Jake and I attended the University of Tennessee together. I met him when we lived in the same apartment complex. We were in the same great group of friends from 1998 to 2001. I know every one of us misses him dearly. Many of my wonderful memories of Knoxville from UT sporting events, live music, or just sitting on the front porch at Forest Avenue involve Jake. He was a great guy. My sympathy goes out to his family and friends.
Daniel Tacker
March 22, 2006
Jake,
I'll never forget the first time we met at UT. We were instantly friends because of our love of music. You were my roommate for 2+ years at college and I knew you for many more. I'll never forget the jokes we shared and how you always made me laugh. You introduced me to the Disco Biscuits. I introduced you to Widespread Panic. I won't forget the time we met them backstage here in Memphis. I won't forget the time we ran into Mike Gordon in New York City walking down the street. We saw alot of shows together you and I; Big Cypress, Asheville, Boone, Black Mountain, Long Island, Richmond, Hampton, Deer Creek, Atlanta, Athens, Worcester, New York City, Cincinatti, Columbia, Memphis, Nashville, Chattanooga...too many to count. I'm sorry I could never make it out west to see you. I will always regret it. I will never forget the many memories, dreams and aspirations we shared in college from '97-'02. You truly were "global". I'm glad that you found your calling out west, doing what it is that you like to do. I'm sorry you could never meet my son. And I'll never forget your reaction when I told you his name was "Jake".
To the Quilter Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you only met me a couple of times but I want you all to know that Jake was one of my best friends. He was a great person. As time passes I'm sure that you will see that he had a vast network of friends across the country. He always meant well and he never judged anyone. Anyone who ever met him, even as just an acquaintance, remembered him.
Sincerely,
Daniel Tacker
Paul Schroeder
March 22, 2006
I am a friend of Jake's from UT. He was such a great person and he will be sorely missed by many of my friends and myself. He lives on in many fond memories.
Bill Ralston
March 21, 2006
I am one of Jake's friends from UT. My condolences go out to the Quilter family. There are alot of people who lost a role model, with Jake's passing. Jake you will always be remembered.
Sarah Pate
March 20, 2006
I knew Jake in Knoxville, and I've missed him since we graduated. He really knew how to make you laugh, he wasn't afraid to speak his mind, and my roomates and I thought of him as a brother. He will be sorely missed.
Sean Gaynor
March 20, 2006
I met Jake at the University of Tennesse. We were neighbors and friends. Jake and I shared a joy of music and he taught me how to play guitar. I will always remember his smile. Best wishes to all of Jake's family and friends.
Jake as I knew him...with a smile!!!
Bill Mark
March 20, 2006
Jake...you will be sorely missed. You have given me nothing but great memories and a little part of me is gone with you! I will miss you forever....
Phil McKenney
March 20, 2006
Jake you will be missed terribly. I met Jake at the various concerts that he attended and from the 1st time i met him it was like we had been friends for a long time. I will miss seeing his smiling face as will all the other people that he touched. My condolences to his family and his friends. The world has lost a good one.
Charles Howard
March 17, 2006
I just today 3/17, learned about your sons passing. Frances and I are so sorry to hear about Jake. Frances' son Johnnie, passed away suddenly January 15th and we understand some of your sorrow. You will be in our prayers.
Charles Howard and Frances Trimmer
Pam and Otis Marriner
March 16, 2006
Our deepest sympathies to the Quilter family. Its been many years, but we used to work with John at Quick Trucks. We have 5 children of our own and we can't even begin to imagine how you must be feeling right now. We are so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and be with you during this time of grief.
Frank and Linda Williams
March 15, 2006
Judy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob Love
March 15, 2006
To the Quilter Family, and all of Jake's friends - our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. Jake's tenure here at Saguaro was brief, but he impressed folks with his adventurous spirit and love of the outdoors. And although we all feel the loss, Jake died doing what he loved. I'd say that's a life well lived!
Sharon Flournoy
March 14, 2006
Judy, John and Casey, my heart and prayers go out to all of you, but especially to Judy as one mother to another. Jake was one of Ronnie’s best friends. Every time I saw Jake, he always had that twinkle in his eye and smile on his face that you just knew he was up to something – whether he was or not. I always loved running into you [Judy] in a store and asking “Where’s Jake now and what’s he up to?” For such a young man, he certainly lived a full life. After reaching Heaven, I know Jake asked which paths and trails were the best for hiking and exploring. I know nothing can take away your pain at this time, but perhaps for the loving memories of your beautiful son and brother.
ALICE BOYD
March 14, 2006
John,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Having two sons of my own, I can only imagine. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
hana watson
March 14, 2006
I have always had this incredible amount of respect for Jake and the drive that he had for life. I feel as though all of us, being as close as we are, have lived through Jake and his travels. His journey was cut short, but will remain told through all of us who love him dearly.
Laura Brawley
March 13, 2006
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with your family.
Sherry McCarthy
March 13, 2006
Dear Quilter Family,
Jake and Casey were classmates of Sara and Matt at Atlee and I remember Jake as always smiling, always friendly. He left us too soon but is living on in our hearts. His soul is free and his spirit will be with you forever. My deepest sympathy to the entire Quilter family and all of Jake's friends on this tremendous loss.
Sherry
Sarah Catlett
March 13, 2006
Jake had a smile that could light up a room .He always knew how to make people laugh.He was a free spirit someone not afraid to follow his dreams and his heart.He will truly be missed.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rachael Moreau McLane
March 12, 2006
I have only known Jake since he and Brad's return from Europe, but in that short time I got to know someone who could not see the negative side to anything. He was a positive force to be around. It is a tragic loss that he was taken so young , and he will never be forgotten.
Troy Jaster
March 12, 2006
I actually never met Jake, but being one of Casey's close friends I often heard of the adventurous life of his brother. Knowing what I do about the Quilter family I can't imagine that he was anything less than a tremendous person. My prayers are with your family. God bless!
Katie Bannon
March 12, 2006
My deepest sympathies go out to the Quilter family for their loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Stephanie Pollard
March 12, 2006
John, Judy and Casey,
I remember a little fellow always smiling just like John, Judy and Casey. I had the pleasure to meet his grandfather at a restaurant with John and Judy three months ago and he had the same wonderful smile. It’s not very often in life you meet such a wonderful and kind family. May God bless and comfort you through this time. Many prayers are being lifted up.
Joe and Diane Fulcher
March 12, 2006
Our boys had such a wide circle of friends, most of whom became part of the Fulcher home scene. Jake was there for so many years that it was hard for us to think of his moving "out West" and no longer being in Mechanicsville (even though we had moved to Florida.) And now he has gone...far too young.
We are thankful that Jake was a part of our lives and that he was living his dream at the time he was taken.
You must know that many people share in your loss. We grieve with you, for the world was a more beautiful place while your son was here.
Andy Hall
March 12, 2006
Jake was always infectiously upbeat and a joy to be around. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Quilter family and all those who knew Jake. He will surely be missed and remembered as a wonderful person.
Ronnie Flournoy
March 12, 2006
It is difficult to find the right words to describe what the loss of Jake means. We have been friends for about twenty one years and in that time have shared incredible experiences traveling and adventuring together. Jake was a person that chased down his dreams and lived the kind of life he had imagined for himself without ever looking back. I know how satisfied he was with living and working abroad and I am thankful he was able to fulfill some of his dreams about heading West before this tragedy. I am blessed to have been so close to such an amazing person and to be able to call him my friend. We will all miss Jake very much.
tom hassell,
March 12, 2006
I was saddened to learn of Jake's death. John and I had only recently been discussing him and things were looking up. Best wishes to your family.
Chuck Shepherd
March 12, 2006
To Jake's Family,
Although I didn't know Jake before moving to mechanicsville in high school, Jake became one of my best friends. I think of memories from Atlee and Jake is in almost all of the them. Recently, it was a treat every time Jake was "home" although always too brief. I am comforted in the fact Jake was doing something he loved. This is a true loss for all of us. My sincereist sympathies go to his family.
Doreene Rea (Hott)
March 11, 2006
John,Judy and Casey,
I was deeply sadden to hear about Jake and want to express my deepest sympathy to you. I have such fond memories of your family and Jake as a young girl growing up next door to you in Strawhorn. I will always remember the times I spent babysitting Jake. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Erin Jeffries
March 11, 2006
To the Quilter Faimly: I am so sorry for your loss. I have the nicest memories of Jake and what a wonderful person he was. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult and deeply sad time.
Laura Morris (Hott)
March 11, 2006
John,Judy,and Casey
My deepest sympathy goes out to you. I have wonderful memories of babysitting Jake, and how close he became with Liz. I know Jake is in heaven doing what he loves as he did here. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Laura
Liz Hott
March 11, 2006
I will always remember Jake (the Snake) he was not only my next door neighbor growing up, but my childhood best friend. Although after highschool we drifted apart, I thought of him often. I remember all those good times we shared as children. I will always remember Jake for he was the best playmate a girl could have growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with his family for I know he will be missed greatly.
~Liz Hott
Barry Knisley
March 11, 2006
Jake. How tragic to lose such a fine young man so long before his time. I know he had wonderful experiences during the recent years enjoying the wonders and beauty of the west. He had such a passion for the western mountains and landscapes and was so happy to be doing work so well suited to his "wanderlust". It is sad he will not be able to continue that work for many more years as he had planned. I enjoyed spending a few days with him last May hiking in remote Nevada, sharing our mutual love of the west. Such a vigorous and lively guy, always looking for a new area to explore. He will be thought of often and missed greatly by family and friends.
Carrington Light
March 11, 2006
Dear Quilter Family - My thoughts and prayer are with you. With deepest sympathy - Carrington Light
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