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Nancy (Oetting) Pirritano posted a condolence
Friday, March 10, 2017
Jayne....I'm an so very sorry to read this in the Monroe Evening News. Know prayers are being lifted for all of you at this very difficult time. May you gain strength through all the awesome memories of your son. Hugs and peace for you. Nancy
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Thursday, March 9, 2017
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Rob brownlee ( Groomer Operator) posted a condolence
Thursday, March 9, 2017
Ayden & the Eppler/ Boddy family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
I am a volunteer groomer driver for the Kalkaska County Snowmobile association. I also work for BOSCH. Immediately I felt as if I had know AJ for years. Snowmobiler's in our area are the most family oriented loving people you could ever meet and from what I have been told , AJ was the best of the best. Please take care & know that you are in our prayers. god bless
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Shawn Fitzpatrick posted a condolence
Thursday, March 9, 2017
Dear Rob, Jayne, Angelo, Alyssa, and Ayden,
I am very sorry that I cannot visit you in person at the funeral home to pay my respects to AJ and give my condolences. I am not able to get off of work during the visitation period, but my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I know that you can take comfort in all of the memories that life has brought to you through AJ. I remember him being born when Rob was my coach and teacher in high school, and how happy Rob and Jayne were with his arrival. Although he leaves this world way too early, I hope that all the wonderful memories can comfort you in this darkest of times. I saw AJ often at the Jefferson Rec Center and we talked often while working out. He was a nice, hard-working young man and I know that you are very proud of the man that he became. God Bless.
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Cindy Boudrie-Bromley posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Jayne and family so sorry for your loss of AJ . Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayes
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Ashleigh Reko (Powell) posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
To the Eppler family,
My heart breaks for all of you. Words can't even begin to describe the pain and heart ache I feel for all of you. Your family has lost such a big part of it and I can only offer words to help heal you all at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. My God give you the strength and peace to get through this extremely difficult time.
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Louis and Kimme Jeffery posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
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Our heart goes out to the entire Epplar family this is a terrible tragedy we are both sad and sorry for your loss may A.J rest in heaven
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Rick and Jane Podzius posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
So sorry to hear about AJ, he and your family our in our thoughts and prayers. I was truly blessed to have known him and coach him, a fine young man!
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Kellie New purchased flowers
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
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ROSARIE MCGOVERN posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
I'm so sorry for the struggle you had to
go through and pray every good thing for you and
your family will become of it. And when
I read the obituary . I cried and then smiled.
God does work in mysterious ways.
Love cousin Rosemarie Mcgovern and family
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Craig & Holly Simon posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Rob and family:
We're so sorry to hear of AJ's passing. He was a special young man in so many ways. He'll be missed by so many and held close in so many hearts.
Craig & Holly
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Jack D. Larmor posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Rob and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. The loss of a child is something no one should have to experience.
Jack Larmor
Monroe County Community College
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Lucy Bruno posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
My deepest condolences to A.J.'s son, parents, siblings, family and many friends. I had the pleasure of meeting A.J. when visiting my sister, Rita Peer and her family. He always had a smile that radiated his love and friendship to the Peer's. The last time I saw A.J. was at Joey's First Communion. You all were so blessed to have had him in your lives.
May all the memories you have of A.J. bring you comfort during this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Lucy Bruno
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Tara posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
I did not know AJ but heard about the accident. I too am a snowmobiler who was up in that area on Saturday. Hearing the news really hits home. I want to send my prayers to AJ's family. I pray for your strength thru this terrible time. I will continue to keep you in my prayers. So terrible to hear of such a great loss of life. My heart is with you all.
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Hall/Peters Family posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Prayers and love to the entire Eppler family. AJ was a wonderful man and will be missed by so many.
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Wednesday, March 8, 2017
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Tabitha Eppler uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
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They look so much alike, glad he looks like his daddy.
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Tabitha Eppler uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
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# 1 DAD - Aj was the true definition.
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Rick and Marcie Cornell posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
We extend our deepest sympathy to Rob Eppler and the entire Eppler family. May your many wonderful memories surround and comfort you during this very difficult time.
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Haircutters/WiseGuy posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
We wanted to send the entire family our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time!! We will miss seeing him in the shop, he was a very nice man!!!
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Matthew Vos posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Hard to believe. Another friend taken far too soon. It's been many years since I've spoken with AJ but this breaks my heart. Yellow jacket friends, hard work, and ethic has spread up to Alaska where my home is now. It will continue. So sorry for the loss.
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Jesse Morefield purchased flowers
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
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Beverlee Blessing posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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Shella Read posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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To Jayne And AJ'S Family So Very Sorry for your Loss AJ will Truly be Missed but the memories we all have of him will keep him alive in our hearts God Bless You in your time of sorrow....Shella Read
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Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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If only words could heal the pain of loss. Hopefully time can do what words can not. I offer my Condolences to the Family, Friends and Loved One in his life.
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Ron & Denise Vore posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Rob, we are so very sorry to hear about AJ's passing. We pray that you will find peace and comfort in the memories you and your family made with him.
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Greg Jonas posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
I am so sorry to your family for your loss! AJ wasA great man!
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Mike and Sandy Lenling posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Our hearts are saddened by the loss of such a wonderful young man. We are so sorry .May you find comfort in the wonderful memories you have of your son.
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Timothy Fountain purchased flowers
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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Chuck and Becky Straub posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Rob and Jayne there are no words. You both are in our thoughts and prayers. So much sympathy from the bottom of our hearts.
Chuck and Becky
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Shaun Lucas posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
To the Eppler Family:
I want to express my most sincere condolences for your loss. Over the last couple years, I had the privilege of growing close to AJ as a co-worker at Sia Abrasives, and more importantly, as a friend. I am certainly going to miss the daily phone calls, his can-do attitude, his positive outlook on everything, his competitive nature, and his overall great energy to be around. My prayers are with you during this extremely difficult time, and may God continue to bless the Eppler family.
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The Family of Ed Daniels posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Our prayers and sympathies for you and your family. Be proud of the man he was and the mark he made on those he touched. May warm thoughts of AJ fill your heart and remain forever.
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Sandy Oehlers posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
So so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Brent Bondy purchased flowers
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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Robert Boddy purchased flowers
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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Jann Stahr posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
May you find some peace in knowing that he was loved and respected by so many for the wonderful man he became. Know too, that all of our hearts are breaking with you.
Our thoughts, prayers and love to all of you,
Rick & Jann Stahr and families
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Mike oestrike posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the Eppler family
God be with all of you.
Mike and Mary Oestrike
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Corey Wiley posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
To the family and friends of AJ. May you find peace at this very difficult time. Having had the honor of coaching him when he was a young man he was the type of person we all loved and respected.
Love and peace to you all.
Corey Wiley.
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Maxine and Lyle Kull posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Words cannot express how very sorry for your loss!! I can only say I am and will continue to pray for your family at this very difficult time. May our loving God be with you now and from this day forward!! What a wonderful young man he was!!! So very much to be proud of all he did in his short life!!
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The Wagner Family posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Dear Eppler family,
Our deepest sympathies... AJ was a wonderful person and touched many lives. Praying for you all during this difficult time.
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Pam McCarthy lit a candle
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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Rob and Family: My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the peace that you seek. I'm unable to attend the service but please find comfort knowing that I will light a candle and am thinking of you all during this difficult time. All my love - Pam
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Scott Hunter posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Dear Eppler Family,
I had the privileged of working with AJ since he came on with Sia Abrasives. AJ was a great guy and I always enjoyed working with him. I was blessed enough to see him last week when he was down for training in Charlotte. I almost had the chance to beat him in bowling but we tied! I loved his competitive nature. I know there is nothing that I can say that will take away the void of losing a son, a brother and a father. I pray that the Lord comforts you and wraps you in his loving embrace through thoughts, prayers, friends and family. I will truly miss working with AJ.
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Christopher & Jill Klein lit a candle
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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Greg and Carol Koesel posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Rob I am so sorry for the loss of your son. We will keep you in our thoughts and pray for you and all of AJ's friends and family in this sad time.
Greg and Carol Koesel
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Todd Jackson posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
To the family of AJ:
I didn't know AJ extremely well personally but his efforts were certainly noticed at sia. He was a hard worker and definitely contributed to our success. My deepest condolences to you all. I recently lost my mother so the feelings of loss are present in me still. He seemed to be a family man and that is most important of all. The love you share will help you through this.
With deepest sympathy,
Todd Jackson
Operations Manager
sia Abrasives
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Don Craanen posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
So sorry to hear about this loss. My prayers are with you.
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Orren and Janice Thomas posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
The Thomas Tribe
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Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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Mary G. Russ purchased flowers
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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Jackie (Aydens Gramma) uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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This was one of my favorite pics! AJ an Ayden were so proud their team was #1. AJ lived for his son from his involvement in school to coaching his extracurricular activities. It breaks my heart that Ayden has to suffer such a huge loss, life without his Father. RIP AJ We love you!
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Daniel Colby posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Mr. and Mrs. Eppler. My family's deepest sympathy is with you and your family. I never had the pleasure to meet A.J but from what I hear he is just like his father, a proud an honorable man. My family's prayers are with you and your family.
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Judy Greene posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Our dear sweet, kind AJ. I love you like my own. Death is only difficult for the living as I know you are walking on streets of gold and sitting at the feet of our Lord.
I will be praying, daily, for Ayden, your mom, dad, Angelo and Alyssa and our whole family as we miss you. And since you have that direct audience with the King of Kings, I know you'll be praying for us too.
Love & Prayers to family & friends,
Judy
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Jody Reed-Fritz posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Jayne and Rob and Family, I am so sorry to hear about AJ. Know that my prayers are with you at the loss of your son.
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Earl & Mary Hislop posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Jayne, Rob, Ayden and Family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers.
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Craig Hensman posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
So very shocked and saddened. Sorry for your loss Rob. If you need anything please call. God bless.
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Bruce Gill posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Prayers to the Eppler family in this tough time.
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Cathryn peer-alston purchased flowers
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
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Chris Thornton posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Dear Rob and family,
We are so sorry to hear of A.J.'s passing. When we would talk, you always spoke so highly of A.J. and the rest of your children as well. You were always a proud Papa.
You and the entire Eppler family are in our thoughts and prayers. I pray that you find peace during this time of tragedy.
Sincerely,
The Thornton Family
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Bob and Diane Baillargeon posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Rob and Family, we are so sorry for your recent loss, although we have never met AJ we are certain just knowing you Rob he must have been a fine person. You are in our thoughts and prayers , God Bless you AJ and all your family, Bob & Diane
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Richard Steinman posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
My heart aches for your loss , I am at a loss of words to describe the pain his family and friends are dealing with . I pray that the Lord God will comfort the family in this time of great loss. I met AJ for the first time on January 25 2017 while paying a visit to his father , I could see the great love that Rob has for his son. I am so very sorry for your loss .
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Monday, March 6, 2017
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Monday, March 6, 2017
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Taormina Family lit a candle
Monday, March 6, 2017
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Words can not begin to explain the heart felt pain and sorrow we are feeling. You were a great friend and an even better human being. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in these the toughest of times. May God bless you and receive you with open arms as he welcomes another angel into his kingdom.
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Lisa kohlman posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
I'm so sorry for the loss of a amazing young man. He was the best father to that dear sweet boy Ayden, you all are in my thoughts, Heaven is truly getting a awesome angel in Aj, he was an amazing person inside and out. RIP AJ, you will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved you. My prayers for Rob and Jayne, you two raised a wonderful boy, who is loved by everyone, God bless you , and give Ayden a hug for me, and tell him Levi loves him
Lisa Kohlman
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Pam Cole (Terrasi ) lit a candle
Monday, March 6, 2017
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douglas Hogan posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
As you know we lost a son and grieve with you, We will pray for A. J. and know he will have a friend in heaven. The Hogans
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Frances Bellino posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to you Rob and Jayne and all the family and friends! May Gods Blessings help bring you comfort and know you have a Guardian Angel watching over you! May the Love & Support from everyone help you through!
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Jessica Millerwise (vanwassehnova) posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
Words are inadequate at this time. Praying for your family as you grieve such a significant loss. AJ was an amazing person.
Praying our Lord comforts you.
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Leslie posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
Sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
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Haircutters/Wiseguy posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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Beverly Betts posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
So sorry about A J. Was a good friend of my daughter and son-in-law. Sally and Jason Gendron. I remember him from their years of high school. Prayers for all of his family.
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Melissa Jambor(West) posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
My heart goes out to the entire Eppler family ... Love and prayers.. Rest in Peace AJ
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Gayle & Gary Ely posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
We were so heartbroken to hear of AJ's accident. He was a fine young man with many loving friends & family surrounding him in life. Our deepest sympathies go out to you, his dear family at this most difficult time. You are in our thoughts & prayers daily. God Bless you all.
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Angela and John Marquis posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
Rob and Barb
Please accept our most heartfelt condolences for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Sending you healing prayers and comforting hugs from friends who care and are saddened for the loss of a great person who touched so many lives. May precious and loving memories fill your heart and ease your pain. Angela and John Marquis
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Wendy St. Bernard-Gatwood posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
Jayne and Family....I am so sorry. Please accept my deepest condolences. There are no words that will ease your pain. you are in my prayers and I hope your memories are as special as AJ was.
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Tim and Debbie Lovell posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son. You are in our thoughts and in our prayers.
God Bless you and your family during this time and in the days ahead.
The Tim Lovell family,
Tim, Debbie, Ben and Andy
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May God watch over your family and cradle your broken hearts in the palm of His hands.
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Jamerson Nava posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
Heartbreaking to hear, losing such a young man. Prayers from my family to yours. May they find peace and know you will always be looking over them.
Sincerely,
The Nava family
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Sally Cosby posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
My family and I would like to send our sincere sympathy. Prayers are sent to the families. May God give you strength to help you through this difficult time.
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Penny Gonser Humphrey posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
Rob and family,
My heart is broken for your family. Prayers are going up for you. Remember God hasaid you in his arms.
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Heartbroken to hear the news. Condolences to the entire family. May God guide you all through this rough time.
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AJ , Though God has you in His Keeping, your loving family and friends will always have you in their Hearts, Rest In Peace Brother Moose, and Neighbor, God Bless you and Your Family
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Bernadine Bashaw posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2017
Can't imagine the heart ache that is being felt by AJ's family. My words may not comfort you but just knowing there are prayers being sent from my family to yours may help. Heart felt sympathy to his family!
Love and Peace, from cousin Bernadine Beaudry Bashaw
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