We made it through your 2nd angelversary, and I can honestly say that it wasn't any easier than the day you left us. Time is cruel, can seem like such a short span when you look back at all that has happened and yet - it can feel so long when I think about every day without you. Your children are all doing well in school and are growing up. We have been blessed with beautiful grandchildren. I think you would be bursting with such pride in them right now. I miss you and love you always. Mom

As I try to get ready for your sister Heather's graduation in a few weeks, I can't help but feel so sad that you were denied being here for it. After all of the talks you would give her about staying in school, and staying focused on doing something she would love with her life. I think you would be so very proud of her and the direction she is choosing going forward with her life after high school. We both love and miss you so very much that mere words can not describe the pain I feel every day without you.

It is hard to believe this will be our 2nd Christmas without you. I still miss you as much today as the day I had to say goodbye. I will NEVER understand why you had to be taken from us so young. God may have a plan - but as far as I'm concerned - IT SUCKS because you aren't here. Love and miss you. Love Mom

In loving memory of my firstborn, Robert William Strukel. Always with me in my heart and never forgotten. A force bigger and brighter than life itself. I miss you and love you always!!

I can't yet find the words. Just I love you and miss you deeply

Not one days goes by that I do not think of you. You are always in my heart and soul. I have good and bad days, as everyday I wish you were still here. Our family chain is broken and it will always have an empty spot but as God calls us one by one our chain will link again. It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn't go alone as part of us went with you. Until we meet again. May you R.I.P.