On Father’s Day, Brad (Dave’s father) was given a weeping cherry tree and stone in honor of his son. The following is a message from Brad’s family:
In loving memory of a special son and brother, who so appreciated the beauty of life, in all it’s forms – Dave, no longer of this earth, but always in our hearts – Love Dad, Pat, Ken and Kris
Happy Birthday Kiddo! The 5th. was Zoe’s first birthday and we lifted a glass to you and the lives you have touched. You would like her, she has a great sense of humor and adventure. There are so many things that have happened over the past two years we wish we could have shared with you. There is not a part of our life that you did not have a part in. So many memories! We tell Meredith about your adventures. She is very interested in all the places you had seen and all the things you did. As Zoe gets older, we will be sure she know who Uncle Dave is and the type of person he always was.
I believe you are all around us, sometimes I feel you are very close. When we were setting up for Zoe’s party, there were butterflies in the yard. I had to look up and smile, I pointed them out to Dad. He “smirked” and continued his with his tasks, you know Dad!
Words seem so weak when we want to express how much we miss you and how hard we are trying to get past the anger and injustice. We try to keep in mind your attitude toward lfe and let that guide us.
Happy Birthday!
Love always,
Pat and Dad
Well Dave,Glad to be able to talk to you. This is such a month of ups and downs. Dad and I were on the Lake the other day just at sunset. It seemed like a million stars were lighting our way home. The carpet of light was so beautiful, it had a playful aire about it! We could not help but stop and enjoy the pure light rolling over the mountains and then skipping over the wakes of the boats. Dad smiled and remembered the day of fishing, how well it went The good company and the fish were lucky too!! I remember E-mailing Cori that day and we decided next time the girls were going to join you. Was not to be.
We have a few friend coming over Thursday night. We will have dinner and you and your candle will be with us. Since I am cooking, I wanted to say “Hi” now and I will get back to you as to how things went. It is a very hard night for Dad and I. We tend to be a little more private with our pain.
Love,
AP and Dad
Beloved Son,
Please know how much you are loved and missed. Rest in peace, for you are truly home now and we shall be together again- Love Dad & Pat
Dave and Bob,
We are sorry we did not get a chance to say goodbye. Bob, you have your Chess partner back! So sad it had to be in this manner. As always you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Hello…I was looking for pics of weeping cherry trees and was led to this site. Just wanted to tell you that I am sorry for your loss. I lost a son (age 21) three years ago, so I am familiar with the pain it brings. Your tree and rock memorial stone are a nice way to remember your family member who has passed into our “real ” life.
I have just planted a garden in our backyard that serves as a memorial to passed loved ones, and have had similar engraved stone memorials made to place in our garden.
I wish you well. Lynette