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Debra M Strickland
March 22, 2024
Stephen,
Aunt Deb & Uncle Dennis here....Can't believe it's been almost ten years since God welcomed you into His Kingdom at such a young age, but we know He saw how much love you shared with others (especially family) & your unwavering care, help & compassion was never ending. You never gave less of yourself to each person, task, or endeavor & tried to make everyone feel special. You were always a friend to the lonely, a champion of many (your precious pets included) with your kind & loving nature...
Our little Gentle Giant. We still look at all the beach, pool, graduation picture (and first day of school pic I took with your little backpack...
so sweet & proud to make Mama Angie & Daddy Kenny happy) & tears flow, but you taught us one thing always...
To savor each & every single minute of our lives with each other, to have strength, faith & dignity without fear of the future. You spread your love wherever you went, and let no one come to you without leaving happier, and your style was a way to say who you were without having to speak. We know you are looking down from Heaven & making sure that the impact of your lasts forever in your absence here, but always in our hearts. You created a new story. You made the very most of yourself by fanning those tiny inner sparks of possibility into the flames of achievement......
You made us here braver, stronger and smarter in this life here on earth than you could imagine. With all of our love,
Aunt Deb & Uncle Dennis Strickland
Jacksonville, FL
CHERYL CASTANEDA
January 23, 2015
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006

CHERYL CASTANEDA
January 23, 2015
anita varnadore
August 28, 2014
Was sitting behind you at chick fil A this evening and saw your in loving memory sticker on your car. Just want you to know that after we looked it up online God has added 2 more people to the list to pray for your family. Losing someone unexpectedly is such undescribable pain. We will pray for Jesus to continue to strengthen you in the days ahead.
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Uncle Norman and Aunt Jenni Carter
April 15, 2014
To Kenny, Angie and Dylan: Your loss cannot be healed by written or spoken words. Stephen was a loving, caring, hard working man. May you find strength,in God, and in the many friends and family that surround you with love and prayer.
Nejedly Riege Family
April 3, 2014
Our many prayers you will be missed ACTION JACKSON
April 3, 2014
Our many prayers you will be missed ACTION JACKSON
Adam Gamble
March 31, 2014
Terry, sorry to hear the sad news. Will pray for you and your family.
Lisa Brown-Miranda
March 31, 2014
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Praying for you all. Your son sounds like he was a special man that will be watching over you now. I know he went straight to Heaven and will greet you there someday.
March 30, 2014
Our deepest condolences to your family for the loss of your dear son, from The Pimenta Family
Mike Batchelor
March 29, 2014
Terry, All our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. So very sorry for your loss.
Michael Deen
March 29, 2014
Terry, Sorry for your loss, My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless you all!
Jacquelyn Smith
March 28, 2014
To the Parents and family: I am sorry for the loss of your love one. May God cover and strengthen you through this difficult time. I pray you find peace and always remember the good times. I will continue to pray for you all and know that I love you as well !!!!
Christiana Kontinakis
March 28, 2014
I love you Stephen! You're an amazing person and I am so happy I grew up with you but I need your smile and jokes now. My condolences to the family. I miss you all very much.
A MOM
March 28, 2014
I am so sorry to read about the passing of your son.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
March 28, 2014
R.I.P STEPHEN JACKSON.
YOU WILL FOREVER BE MISSED!
Sherrie Jackson & Roger Yarbrough
March 28, 2014
Angie and Kenny -- Our deepest condolences go out to you and Dylan. Stephen was always such a beautiful little boy who grew up into a loving young man. We will always remember the times at
Dennis' and Debbie's house and at Ocean Pond. He could make
you laugh so much and loved to swim and play with Reno dog....
Please be strong and remember all of those happy times and do not
hesitate to call us if there is anything we can do. Stephen is surrounded by angels now, taking care of him - just like you both always did.
God Bless You Both,
Sherrie Jackson and Roger Yarbrough
Evey Kopko
March 28, 2014
Stephen we will always remember you as the free spirited kid growing up. You would ride by on your motorcycle or skateboard and always said hello. You and Dylan were the first kids we met when we moved here. God has taken you and now you are safe and at peace. You will be missed by everyone . Dylan needs you to watch over him and see him grow as a proud soldier. Your mom and dad are so proud of you and miss you so much. We pray for you and your family .
Love, Evey, Lee, Dominic and Nicholas Kopko
Ken & Wendi Kelley
March 28, 2014
Angie, you & your family are in our thoughts & prayers.
Dennis & Debra Strickland
March 28, 2014
Our sweet Stephen....how you blessed our lives. We remember the day you were born, the way you loved to ride your dirt bikes with your Daddy & Dylan....sure you are riding in Heaven now. You grew up so fast and blessed so many lives with your caring nature and spirit. This world is a better place for all the love and happiness you shared with us. Uncle Dennis and I will always have so many beautiful memories of you in our hearts. Angie and Kenny, we pray with all of our love for your strength during this time.....Walk in love, our dearest Stephen...our loss....Heaven's gain....
Uncle Dennis & Aunt Deb
Dennis & Debra Strickland
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