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James Sheets Obituary

James R. Sheets, 14, died on Thursday morning, April 24, 2003 in Red Lion. James was an eighth grade student at Red Lion Junior High School, where he was a member of the football team. He also played baseball for Red Lion Recreation and attended Red Lion Bible Church. Born in York on July 30, 1988, he was the son of Arthur S. 'Pee Wee' and Angelia M. (Sheets) Baker, Jr. of Red Lion. Besides his parents, he is survived by one sister, Elizabeth J. Baker, at home; maternal grandfather, Robert F. Lightner, Sr. of Red Lion; paternal grandparents, Jean E. Baker and Milford E. Miller, both of Red Lion; aunts, uncles and cousins. Viewing will be Monday, April 28th from 9 to 10 a.m. at Red Lion Bible Church. The service will be Monday at 10 a.m. at the church with his pastor, Rev. Steven A. Schmuck, officiating. Burial will be in Susquehanna Memorial Gardens. Burg Funeral Home, Inc., 134 W. Broadway, Red Lion, is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be offered to Red Lion Bible Church, 105 Springvale Rd., Red Lion, PA 17356.

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Published by York Daily Record on Apr. 25, 2003.

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Kathy & Dave Peterson

May 13, 2003

To The Sheets Family,

We don't even know your family but we wanted to express our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Only God knows why things like this happen. Know that you are in our prayers; we pray that God will give you the strength to go on and live your life for Him. Remember these words from Romans 8:38-39 For I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from his love. Death can't and life can't. The angels won't, and all the powers of hell itself cannot keep God's love away. Our fears for today, our worries about tomorrow, or where we are - high above the sky, or in the deepest ocean - nothing will ever be able to separate us from the love of God demonstrated by our Lord Jesus Christ when he died for us. May God Bless each and every one of you.

Janet Watson

May 7, 2003

I am very sorry about your loss, a similiar situation happened in my family with the loss of a child, I didnt know jim personally but feel as if I did b/c so many people I know did, I am very sorry and cant impagine ur pain, may god bless you in your time of need.

LISA CLUTTER

April 30, 2003

Angie & Family,



Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our hearts go out to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and our prayers. May you find your strength in God.



With Love,

Bob & Lisa Clutter & Family

Janet (Snyder) Warner

April 29, 2003

Pee Wee,

I am so sorry to learn of this tragedy. Your uncle Bob Snyder and I babysat you when you were a small child. This must be so hard for you, I cannot even imagine the pain. Only God can get you through this. God Bless you all.

Karen Waldrup

April 29, 2003

Ang and Pee Wee,

I was at a loss for words yesterday the pain is deep for everyone who knew JIM BOB as we knew him.I know that know one can say anything to make you feel better and ease your pain. Please call me or Bobby if you need someone to talk to. We have gone through a similar tragedy and maybe speaking to Bobby will help you. May God be with you both and Lizzie. I know we have not been close, but remember that we are family and are here for you.

Love

Karen Waldrup

daughter's April Myers and Brooke Wiley. And Aunt Hope.

Joni Horne

April 29, 2003

PeeWee & Angie,

I miss being part of the "Flinchbaugh Family", but like any good family member, if you need anything please count on Steve and me to be there for your family.

You are in our thoughts and prayers. I know you will find the strength, from those who love you and from within, that will sustain you through these most difficult times.

Love to you all,

Steve, Joni, & Andrew Horne

Lori Deller

April 28, 2003

My prayers are with you. I did not know James. But I Have heard about him from his aunt connie who I work with. May you find strength in the Lord who can give you peace and comfort.

Ann Bowman

April 28, 2003

Angie,

We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



Although I haven't seen you in awhile, I'll always remember you and James when you brought him in to visit your mother at the Red Lion Christian Day Care. My daughters, Kate and Erin, were there.

MIKE & KIM MCCALL

April 28, 2003

THINKING OF YOU.

Bill and Pat Reynolds

April 28, 2003

Art & Angelia, We are so sorry for the loss you must be feeling. We pray God will be close during these days ahead. We want you to know you will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers

Kandy (Johnson) Webster

April 27, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family in this trying time. May god help to ease the pain and be with you through the healing.

Brett,Kathy,Liz&Ben Keesey

April 27, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers for the family in this time of sorrow. May God Bless you and help you through this time.

Ronnie and Linda Johnson

April 27, 2003

PeeWee and Angelia, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We were very sorry to hear of the loss. PeeWee, Ronnie will call you soon.

Love'Ya All

Deanna (Blymire) Salter

April 27, 2003

Angie, may you & you family find the peace & comfort that only God can give at this time of sorrow. Our hearts ache for you & the grief that you feel. You & your family are in our thoughts & prayers. Many of us never have & will never experience the loss of a child but we desire for you to find some comfort in the midst of your pain. Thought I'd drop you the lyrics of a song I like. Many of us are here not knowing how to help you but if you need it just ask.

"Hold me Jesus

By Rich Mullins



Well, sometimes my life just don’t make sense at all

When the mountains look so big

And my faith just seems so small



Chorus:

So hold me Jesus, ‘cause I’m shaking like a leaf

You have been King of my glory

Won’t You be my Prince of Peace



And I wake up in the night and feel the dark

It’s so hot inside my soul

I swear there must be blisters on my heart



Surrender don’t come natural to me

I’d rather fight You for something I don’t really want

Than to take what You give that I need

And I’ve beat my head against so many walls

Now I’m falling down, I’m falling on my knees



And this Salvation Army band is playing this hymn

And Your grace rings out so deep

It makes my resistance seem so thin



I’m singing hold me Jesus, ‘cause I’m shaking like a leaf

You have been King of my glory

Won’t You be my Prince of Peace



You have been King of my glory

Won’t You be my Prince of Peace



We weep for you on this day & weep with you in the days to come. God bless you



Ben & Deanna

Melissa Kling

April 26, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic time in your life. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND BE WITH YOU.

Ashley Jones

April 26, 2003

I cant believe that he is gone. Im so sorry Angie! I hope you have faith and make it through the days.

Love,

Ashley Jones

¤Old Friend¤

Shelby & Vic Coble

April 26, 2003

Our hearts and prayers are with the family of James Sheets. The loss of a child is the hardest thing a parent can endure. May the Lord bless and keep you.

Mary Jane and Jeff Lau

April 26, 2003

We don't know you,but just want to extend our sincere sympathy to your family. We cannot comprehend what pain you must be going through. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God continue to bless and watch over you.

Jennifer Bednar

April 26, 2003

Our hearts go out to your family.May God watch over you and help you heal. We are so very sorry for your loss and pain that you are going through.You are in our prayers

The Millers

April 26, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Sheets family, may you all fine comfort in the lord and let him help you thru this trouble time

Tasha Flory

April 26, 2003

my prayers are with you peewee, ang, and liz.....i dont kno how you guyz are handling this but i kno that if everyone prays it will all be a little easier...you guys were great parents dont listen to all of the "stereotyping"..i kno the truth...my prayers are with you !! luv ya ..rip james sheets....jimbob...a great step cuzin

Caitlin Warfield

April 25, 2003

we will all miss you. You were a great friend and nothing can change that. I hope you are happy where you now. R.I.P i love you

Love,

Caitlin

Sarah Smith

April 25, 2003

To the family of Jimmy. I was in many of Jimmy's classes, he was a well loved boy. He made everyone laugh during 7th period. I am praying for your family. No one in Mrs. Q's 7th pd class will ever forget the smiling happy Jimmy.

Ned & Susan Grove

April 25, 2003

My wife Susan and I our hearts go out to you there is no way to feel the pain you are going though.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and may you find comfort in pray. Susan and I will say many for you and your family. I am a 1959 Graduate of Red Lion High School.

Kelly Marshall

April 25, 2003

Thoughts and prayers to the loved ones of Jimmy.One day at a time.

The Marshall Family

CAROL GEMBE

April 25, 2003

ANGIE, I AM SO SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JIMMY. I CAN'T IMAGINE WHAT YOU ARE GOING THOUGH. YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I AM HERE FOR YOU IF YOU NEED ME. CAROL

Barbara (Bolton) Rundle

April 25, 2003

My heart breaks at the anguish you and your families must be going through. Please know I am praying for all of you.

Barbara, Class of '74

Sarah Churchfield

April 25, 2003

PeeWee, Ang, & Liz, I just wanted you to know that I love you and I care about you very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

THE WILEY'S

April 25, 2003

OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES WITH OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. WE CANNOT IMAGINE YOUR PAIN. WE HAVE BEEN PRAYING FOR ALL OF YOU. GOD BE WITH YOU,

THE WILEY'S

The Sipe Family

April 25, 2003

May God Bless you and watch over you in your time of sorrow. Your loss has touched all who have children. Our Prayers and Thoughts for the Sheets Family.

DANIELLE JONES

April 25, 2003

I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. WE ARE THINKING OF YOU AND WILL CONTINUE TO KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS. KEEP YOUR HEADS UP AND KNOW THAT GOD LOVES YOU AND SO DO WE.

LOVE YA, DANIELLE (SNYDER) AND KEITH JONES

Brooke Wiley

April 25, 2003

Ang,

I'm so sorry for the loss of Jimmy. I remember when he was little and we were at a family reunion and he used to do the Micheal Jackson move. It was just so funny. I just wanted to let you know that our prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Gerry Miller

April 25, 2003

To the family of James Sheets.. May th Lord sustain you thru your time of sorrow and tragedy. Our family is praying for you. Russ and Gerry Miller

Lucinda Morrisson

April 25, 2003

My prayers are with you and your family as you face the worst tragedy anyone could ever imagine.

Judy Hanawalt

April 25, 2003

Our family will pray for you and all the residents of Red Lion. Our children attended school with James at Locust Grove elementary before we moved back to Texas. We pray for God to comfort all the residents young and old in this time of sorrow. May God be with you all.

chris jackson

April 25, 2003

my heart goes out to u , may the good lord bless and keep u ,

Elizabeth Velez

April 25, 2003

My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to the Sheets Family. It is impossible for me to comprehend the loss you are suffering at this time. May the Lord guide you through this time of sorrow and give you the strength to begin your healing process. Please know that mine and my family's prayers are with you.

Sue Saylor

April 25, 2003

My heart is very sad at this tragic event. The grief my husband & I feel cannot even come close to that of Angie & Pee Wee's. We know Jimmy was a fine young man. May the love of the Lord guide, nourish and protect you in this time of need. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Yvonne Richardson

April 25, 2003

May God be with you in your time of sorrow. The loss of a child is the worst pain anyone can have to bear. God Bless you and your family.

ANGIE HINDS

April 25, 2003

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY FOR THEIR LOSS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REMEMBER OUR LORD IS THERE FOR YOU.

SINCERELY,

ANGIE

Veronica Hess

April 25, 2003

My heart goes out to the Sheets Family and Friends. I can not imagine the pain that you must be going through. I am sorry for the loss that you must be feeling. May God give you strength to get through this painful time.

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