It is always good to just speak from your heart. Tell about some memories, talk about how he changed your life. Maybe choose his favorite song (worship or other if you prefer) to sing. It is always tough losing someone close and family and friends are all there for support.
Please leave a remembrfance of Russell, I copy so mom can read them. Love to everyone of you and don't forget to smile for you never know who really needs one.
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Leave a tributeThis year, I have thought about that little motorcycle a few times already and have to remind myself that it is not there... ( still have the pieces in a baggie...)... guess I will be looking for a replacement one this year...
Love you dad! ;-)
Hugs and love, Linda
Instead of being sad, I pray your family will cherish the time you all had together. Each birthday carried a very special memory, beautiful memories in each one of them. I smile, thinking of the wonderful fun you all had. How happy you were on your birthdays. Inviting your friends for all the fun and I pray your family is holding all the memories of each one of them, You were so much fun to be around...always smiling and cracking jokes. Happy Birthday Russell and I hope all the angels sing you the most beautiful birthday song today. See ya soon my friend. Love ya, Linda
No one can prepare you for a loss; it comes like a swift wind. But take comfort in knowing that Russell is now resting in the arms of our Lord.
Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember our dearly departed.You have gained an angel in heaven who watches over you all. 5 years today and missing you Russell more each day. Always in our hearts and thoughts .... you will live on! Love ya!
Since her accident and the house incident she has gone down some. I went to her house yesterday and she was just dressed comfortable in the morning and having trouble with her hip. Really painful and hard to walk. She has to grab her left leg when she goes to sit in her wing back chair. Hard to watch her do that. Anyways, as the day went on I went back towards the evening and she was all cleaned up and nicely dressed as if she was going somewhere. I asked her where she was going and she told me "I just got all cleaned up for the day". This was at 5:00pm. Hurts me when I see and hear her say things like that. I am so scared Dad and Russell that I do not know what to do sometimes. I need advice and you are not hear to help me. At least you wouldn't avoid the topic as our other 2 brothers are. I MISS YOU SOOOO MUCH RIGHT NOW :(
Mom is doing pretty good Russell, she forgets some things but that is good in away for she sometimes cries for you. She lost part of herself when you passed. I love you and miss you my dear brother :) <3
I am holding you all close to my heart today as we remember your precious Russell's 2nd anniversary on Heaven. I know you miss him terribly and I pray that as each day passes you will rejoice in knowing that you will be together again.... With love and blessings, Linda
from your family here below.
We love you and we miss you,
and want to let you know.
Your birthdays aren’t forgotten.
and your memory yet lives on.
We celebrate your life with us
even though you’ve gone.
Were God to grant us just one wish,
then make that wish come true,
you’d be here right beside us
and we’d spend this day with you.
And while here for your birthday
you would be so hugged and kissed
that you would know before you go
how much you’re loved and missed.
I know my Tina is celebrating with you and your loved too that were there to greet you. Have a wonderful heavenly birthday. You are dearly missed my long time friend. Love ya dude!!!
But that is nothing new.
We thought about you yesterday.
And days before that too.
We think of you in silence.
We often speak your name.
Now all we have is memories.
And your picture in a frame.
Your memory is our keepsake.
With which we’ll never part.
God has you in his keeping.
We have you in our heart
I wish I knew him in our adult years. My sincere prayers of comfort are for you, your family and ALL of his wonderful friends.
My heart goes out to you and your family in your loss of your special brother, Russell. I will always remember Russell as a carefree happy man with a great sense of humor and a warm welcoming smile that always made me smile and laugh. With the obstacle he faced his entire life, it never got him down. He will be very missed... Love ya
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This year, I have thought about that little motorcycle a few times already and have to remind myself that it is not there... ( still have the pieces in a baggie...)... guess I will be looking for a replacement one this year...
Love you dad! ;-)
Phoenix with Pat
I was contacted by a friend of Russell's and Pat back in the day. She did not know that Russell had passed away. She shared with me a story about one of the conceryts they went to and just sat out on a blanket. Russell had a bushy beard and was just chilling enjoying the music it seems. He loved going to the concerts out in Phoenix. Not sure what all happened to pat and the young lady (sorry I cannot remember at the moment her name) but she will try and find out and get back to me.
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday up in Heaven
from your family here below.
We love you and we miss you,
and want to let you know.
Your birthdays aren’t forgotten.
and your memory yet lives on.
We celebrate your life with us
even though you’ve gone.
Were God to grant us just one wish,
then make that wish come true,
you’d be here right beside us
and we’d spend this day with you.
And while here for your birthday
you would be so hugged and kissed
that you would know before you go
how much you’re loved and missed.