Direction / Katie (Sister)
Ok, Jim, here's the question....where do I find direction?  How do I force myself to look deep within my heart, when it has become so clouded and empty? 
I only wanted to do what I believed to be right for the people that I love.  I have ruined so much.  But I cant change who or what I am, I cant make the things that are important to me, become any less important.
Everyday of my life now allows me to share more in yours.  The wanting to be loved, and not knowing how to accept it when it stood in front of you.  Never feeling like the things we do are enough for the ones that love us.
I want to tell Deena that I know in my heart that you loved her so very much, because I love Jon in that way.  Our lives, our up bringing has made it hard to put ourselves first, to give all of what we have to the one that loves us most.  I use to believe it was unfair to be raised to feel that way.... now I just dont know.  There are two sides to everything. 
I am so lost in this big world, trying to figure out what is right and wrong.  
How do I ever convince myself it is not my responsiblity to make the ones I love happy?  How do I ever learn that only you can be responsible for your true happiness?  
I miss you so much!

I Love You, Bigger than the SKY!
I patiently wait for the opportunity to see you again on the otherside.

Forever,
Your Big Sister,
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Never forgotten  / Rosemary

You will not be forgotten Jimmy.

Rosemary

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Traces of You  / Deena
Traces of YOU

It's funny how you only get fragments of people's lives and how a person can appear to be something, based on how they present themselves to each individual.
I know alot of people admired you for your "rock star" status and "talent", I know alot of people admired you for your "good looks" and "personality" and for being "one of the guys" and for being a"real friend" to some who could and others who could not return the favor.
It is interesting to hear people talk of who you were based on how they knew you and how long ago that was. Come to find out only a handful of us really knew who you were and we are blessed for being so close. Thank you for leaving these traces of you with us and with others so that we know you live on in not just our hearts but in the hearts of perfect strangers.
You made quite a "ripple" upon this "ship of fools".
I hope that you hear my words when I call and my thoughts when I dream. I dream of you my sweet, especially this time of year on our birthdays.
It was quiet yesterday but I was glad for it and I am glad that one day was in between our birthdays...
that made my birthdays extra special and will do so til the end of my days.
Thanks for leaving me with such good friends like Michelle, Fred and Joey. They are a safe place for me to lean. Thanks for a beautiful sister and brother who have been so kind and supportive to me and welcomed me into their lives.
I wish we could have all been closer when you were alive but perhaps you had so much to give that we all had to have a special time to recieve your direct attention.
You gave out so much to so many...we can never repay you or replace you in our hearts, minds and souls.
I see you everywhere I go. We did alot and for all my silly dreams you made come true, I thank you for the gift of your friendship and love.
See you soon...its only a matter of birthdays.

Love you faithfully and eternally.

Deena Robyn
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Still Here  / Deena (Heart & Soul )
Today I am feeling insecure...still not sure what to do or where to be without you as part of the plan.

I am thinking of the time you yelled at me about the mirror and said "why do you think I put that up? For myself?" and didn't think to say "the only reason I look in it is because I want to look nice for you." At the time though I didn't even think about why you put it up.  It makes me wonder about all those things you did that I didn't see or notice and all the things we should've said to make things work out better.  Unfortunately, "you can't go back and ya can't stand still..." That's the hardest part Jim...cause I keep looking for you in every moment...expecting to see you somewhere.

I miss you so so so much! One thing I always knew though is that no matter what, I would/will love you forever.  I don't want to live without you but I want you to be happy, more...and I think you are.

So I hope you know I love you and that nothing in this life will ever be as great as it was experiencing it with you.  You just made things so much greater than they were.  Just having you with me on this journey made so much greater than it could ever be and I thank you for being apart of my journey.

I hope I didn't disappoint you so much that you don't come to visit me from where you are.  Thanks for the dreams as it fills my heart to see you again.

I miss you so much and I think in the end, regardless of all the heartaches and miscommunications that we have endured, in the end all that's left is the love.  

It truly does become a part of you, a part of the soul as you are a part of me, always, eternally.

I love you so much Jim...

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Angels / Angelica Grover (Twinless Twin)
"Make yourself familiar with the angels, and behold them
frequently in spirit; for without being seen, they are present with you. "
-Saint Francis de Sales

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"MERRY CHRISTMAS"  / Johnette Moninger (Friend)

A brief moment of darkness
was all that I knew,
before Heaven's Gate
came into my view.
Loved ones and friends
I had missed for many years,
welcomed me with open arms
and many happy tears.
All the hurt, fear, and pain
that I have ever known,
is gone from my life,
I am finally home.
I gazed upon the Lord's
sweet smiling face,
and for the first time in my life
I knew and felt His grace.
I know that you miss me,
but please dry your eyes.
I will always be watching and loving you
from my new home in the sky.
A cool breeze on your face,
a touch of light rain,
I will send as a reminder
that we will be united again.
Life on earth is but one
brief moment in time,
I am finally home,
Eternity is mine. 




Wishing you and yours
a very "MERRY CHRISTMAS"
Love,
Johnette

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Let it snow  / Rosemary

From our family to yours, wishing you all a 
safe and peaceful Christmas.

The family of ^j^ Alvin Cremeans

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MERRY CHRISTMAS  / BETH Dickerson (Jimmy's Mom )
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friend / Dessa Smith (friend)
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merry-christmas / CHRIS G. YOUR BROTHER!!!!!!!

for the dead were judged by what they have done and not for what was written in the books!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE AND MISS YOU MORE THAN WORDS CAN TELL SO I LISTEN TO THE RIVER SING SWEET SONGS TO ROCK MY SOUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEARZ OH P.S. SAY HIGH TO HOUSER AND JERRY FOR ME MUCH LOVE YOUR BROTHER! STILL BOUND TO COVER JUST ALITTLE MORE GROUND !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Wishing You a Very Merry Christmas  / Jim &. Marla Milo's Parents (a forever friend )

Dearest Katie,

The gift of your friendship this past year has been the best
gift imaginable. Just wanted to say thank you, and that we hope
you & your family have a

A VERY MERRY & BLESSED CHRISTMAS!!

Many blessings,

Marla

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Jimmy G to you and yours this holiday season  / Debbie Wengert (Kevin's Mom )

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Seasons Greeting From Our Family to Yours  / Beverly Ribaudo (Mom to Michael Ribaudo Sr )
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An Angel for Jimmy . . .  / Marla -. Mom Of ^i^ Milo (a forever friend )

Merry Christmas from Jim,
 Marla and Milo

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Happy Thanksgiving Jimmy & Family  / Jim &. Marla Dad &. Mom Of Milo (your friends )

Thinking of you all on this Thanksgiving Day, and just wanted to say thank you for being the wonderful, heaven-sent friends that you are.

We love ya,

Jim & Marla & Milo

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Thankful for...  / Rosemary Sis Of ^j^ Alvin Cremeans

Thank you Katie for all that you do for our Angel.
Thank you for all that you do to help comfort
our family in our times of sorrow.
Wishing your family a peaceful Thanksgiving. 

The family of ^j^  Alvin Cremeans

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THANKSGIVING PRAYER  / BETH Dickerson (Jimmy's Mom )

Dear Father who art in Heaven...
Please join our family on this Thanksgiving Day
and bless each one as we sit down to pray
as we remember those who have joined you above
so dearly missed and deeply loved.

Please provide us strength on this Thanksgiving Day
Bless us with memories of those faraway...
Please grant patience to family and friends as we grieve
and help us reach out to others who are bereaved.

We give thanks to you on this Thanksgiving Day....
For Your presence in our lives each and everyday.
For Your comfort, guidance, and never ending love...
And for taking care of our loved ones...in Heaven above.

As we light this candle on this Thanksgiving Day...
And it glows in memory of those in Heaven today....
May their lights always shine down on us and give us light...
And may we feel their presence along with yours tonight.

May the peace and tranquility of this Thanksgiving Day
Be an everlasting light within each of us along the way...
Lets bow our heads and give our Thanks to God above.
For our blessings, whether on earth or in Heaven above...
Amen

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Happy Belated Birthday Katie!  / Rosemary

I am sorry I missed your birthday Katie. I wish I had 
known when it was so I could have sent this sooner. 
I hope you had a day full of wonderful blessing and 
many good memories.
friends always,
Rosemary

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Thinking of your precious Jimmy  / Rosemary

Thinking of your Jimmy. I know that your loved ones miss you.
I am praying that they all find some comfort in the arms
of their angel. Carry him in your hearts always, and you 
will never be without him. You are all in my thoughts and
prayers. Miss you Katie. Please email when you have the time.
love to you all,
Rosemary

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granny of Stephen Turney  / Visitor
 I just want to say to Katie, I have acknoliged your visit to Stephens mem. site . Thank you for the kind words. Im glad that you are at peace with Jimmies passing. Maybe they will meet up there and make great music in heaven. Stephen was such a free spirit. God bless you and your family.  Close