We have added an article we recently wrote about Tony for a newsletter. It is listed under "Stories" above. Thank you all for continuing to think of us and sending us your kind wishes.

Hello to your family, I just thought I would take some time to let you know that I think of you all often and I almost stopped by but did not want to bother you, especially during the Christmas season. Maybe that is when I needed to stop by though. I simply care and always will. I am not always good and keeping my thoughts to myself and I am glad where you have this website to let you know all of this. Hopefully you are all well. Take care . Lisa

I'm sorry I let Tony's birthday slip by this year. I just checked my email today - first time in a week - and noticed I missed it. However, we think of Tony often, no matter what the day, as well as think of you both, Janet and Mac, and the good times we shared. Saying a prayer for you guys right now!

Here we are again, another October, another birthday for Tony. And again we must thank our wonderful friends and family who continually help us laugh, help us mourn, help us live. We miss you more than words can say Tony bear.
Love to all, Janet and Mack

I am sure today is very difficult for you and I can only say that each day i say a prayer that you find comfort somehow in knowing that you will see him again someday. Your faith helps in keeping you strong.

Janet,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Mac on this difficult day. Embrace your loving and happy memories to treasure for a lifetime. Remember that God has a plan for all of us that we rarely know or understand. Comfort yourself in God's Love and know that Tony is safe and happy in God's Kingdom and that you WILL see him again.

Remembering Tony and holding everyone who loved and cared about him in our thoughts and prayers, especially today.
Ed and Kathy Ferguson

II Corinthians 4:18 So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.

Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

To your family, I am thankful to be able to share my feelings on this page. It is difficult to just go day to day not knowing whether you all know that you are in my prayers every day. I pray for you to hold onto your faith in Jesus and to continue on with life which has got to be a struggle at times still. I know there have been many happy events as well but at the same time you always have that place in your heart that misses Tony. I also pray that God fills that place in your heart with a sense of reassurance that Tony is still with you although in a different way for now. Someday you will see him again and that is something to look forward to for all people who have lost a loved one.

I watched the video and saw the added pictures. Tony really could sing well!! It as always stirs up a very bittersweet feeling but it was great to watch and I am glad you posted it. Thoughts and prayers are for you all every day and will be forever by me. You are a wonderful family and I am fortunate to know you

With the release of the movie "Into the Woods" this month we are reminded of Tony's portrayal of the Wolf his sophomore year in Snider High School's 2005 production of "Into the Woods". To see Tony's song go to Gallery then Video above. We thank you all for your continued love and support. Janet and Mack

Thinking of you, Janet Mack and Betsy, and remembering Tony.

Mac, Janet, Betsy and Vince,
We continue to hold you all in our thoughts and lift you up in our prayers, especially on Tony's birthday. Love and miss you!
Ed and Kathy

Janet and Mac,
Today I remember Tony with a smile on my face but have you in my heart. Prayers for your continued healing and strength. May you know that Tony is with God and that God holds you in the palm of His hands.
Blessings.

Remembering Tony today. My heart and thoughts are always with you! Love you all.

Mack & Janet,

I haven't been able to find words that adequately express my heartbreak over Tony's accident. I still can't but I want to let know that you are on my mind and I grieve with you and I think of Tony often when I fly. I know he loved aviation and got a lot of joy from flying.

Roger Miller

Thinking of you and your son Tony always! Whenever I take my hike on my parent's farm and wander the woods Tony is in my prayers. As soon as the bluebells arrive I will make him a bouquet. Love, Cindy

All of you are always in my heart and mind…love you all...

So many fond memories. So many prayers of strength and peace surrounding you.

Janet and Mac: My thoughts and prayers continue for you and your entire family. Let's get together soon when I return from Florida. I think of you often.
Karen Allen

So glad to have stopped by the other night for the brief visit. I appreciate it that you accept my randomness! But there is still not a day that I do not think of you all and the forced change that has had to be made. Its just on my mind all the time and I care so much for you and others who knew him so well. I just wish there were more I could do

Thinking of you all as another tough day approaches.  It's hard and my prayers go out to you. Tony will always be alive in your hearts.

It's been three years since we spent our days & nights at the hospital hoping Tony would get better. Thank you all for keeping our family in your thoughts & prayers. We couldn't have made it this far without your support. Love, Janet & Mack

Hi Janet, Mack, Betsy, Vince, Ian, and entire family. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers, especially this month...but always. We will always remember Tony. Love you all!

Every time I see a small plane fly over, I think of that handsome hunk tipping his wings to us old gals! Love and prayers to your whole family,
. Deb T

We remember Tony, especially today on his birthday, and are thinking of you too, Janet, Mack, Betsy and Vince. Our prayers are always with all of you.
Miss you guys!
Love,
Ed and Kathy

Janet and Mac ~ My prayers continue with you on this difficult journey. I am learning to "see and listen" since my brother was killed 18 months ago and Dad passed a year ago. God will provide what you need in your most stressful moments. I will recommend a book I have found so comforting and have read more than once: "Heaven is for Real". Hugs for your family.

Dear Janet & Mack
Hearing that Tony would celebrate his 25th birthday today brings our heartfelt prayer that you would experience peace and strength for this time.

We are thinking of you and remembering the lasting impressions that Tony had on all of us. He brought lots of energy to everyone he touched! Love, Tom, Lisa, Kate, Jack and Will

Thinking of you all and sending a prayer your way.

Tomorrow is Tony's 25th birthday. Our family wants to thank all of the special people who continue to walk with us down the difficult path we have been forced to travel.
Love; Janet, Mack, Betsy, Vince, and Ian

Tomorrow is Tony's 25th birthday. Our family wants to thank all the special people who continue to walk with us down the difficult path we have been forced to travel.
Love,
Janet, Mack, Betsy, Vince, and Ian

I was running errands and looked at the blue sky with the color in the trees. I then remembered how difficult life has been for your family especially when I remembered his birthday is coming up. I really pray for God to continue to give you in whatever way any touch of grace through moments you have that make you smile.(Like that one time I spoke with you Janet about the meteor shower)

Janet, Mack, Betsy, Vince, and Ian: Living without Tony in your every day life is something I cannot imagine for all of you and the extended family. Our family still thinks of Tony, often. We continue to think and pray for all of you. I know his presence is very much a part of each day of your lives. May God continue to hold each of you in His arms and provide comfort, always. Love you.

As always, I think of your familly. The only thing I can write here comes something I read in a book .I am not for sure of the wording but. it is similar. "As time has moved on where you once had only sorrow now remains a subtle sense of peace"

Janet, Mac, Betsy, and Vince,

You all have been in my prayers the last several weeks. I'll keep praying.

Janet and Mac,
You continue to be in our heartfelt thoughts and prayers. Hugs for you and your family.

Hard to believe it has been two years. We were just looking at old pictures with the kids and saw a few more shots with Tony ...wow, the pre-school years were kid fun times......fun for us to watch and remember...the fun for Janet, Mack, Betsy with Tony. Peace and Love from the Wehrles.

We prayerfully think of you.

Dear Mack, Janet and Betsy
Thinking of you today. I sincerely hope that your sorrow will lighten and you can have some peace with rememberence of the joy that Tony brought into your life.

Dear Janet, Mack, Betsy and Vince,

Thinking of you all today, and enjoying seeing all the wonderful pictures of Tony. They brings smiles to all of us who knew him, and I am sure to even those who did not. May peace be with you, and may Tony's energy and warmth live on.

We want to thank our friends and family who have helped us along this road. It is the second holiday season since Tony has passed and we wish peace and happiness to you all. Love, Janet and Mack

Kathy and I missed you guys at Cole's (our oldest son) wedding. We all got together at our house for a reception. I told Hope I had seen Mac, and we remembered Tony

There is not one day that I do not think of your family. I love the fact that Alaina and Dan are close to all of you and I also enjoy hearing the stories of and seeing pictures of Ian. I listened to a Jackson Brown song "For a Dancer" its on Utube and it is such a nice song. The words were very comforting and may help on days that are so difficult like his birthday. Take Care, Lisa

I just love seeing the picture of Tony with his plane. Airplanes were a big part of my life through my father who passed away Oct. 7 this year. I just know that both Tony and Dad are soaring on the wings of eagles and looking down on us with love. They will be with us forever in our hearts. Janet, let's get together soon after I return from Dad's home.

Thinking of your family today. What a blessing Tony was and always will be in your heart.  We know too Janet that we will be reunited in Heaven.With our loved ones. Love you Judy

Janet, Mack, Betsy, Vince, Ian, and family: though you remember Tony every day in your lives, tomorrow brings about a day that should have been celebrated in another birthday for Tony. Instead, we celebrate the life he did have and all the wonderful memories and love we all had of Tony. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Here is a video of Tony singing "Folsom Prison Blues" with the Crazy Gringos in August 2008. He nailed it on his first time singing the song! 
http://youtu.be/goemkjrjI4w

I cannot believe he's been gone a little over a year. I took a walk through the woods at Kathy's and thought of him the whole time. Such a great guy

Dear Janet, Mac, Betsy & Vince,
We are thinking of you today, and about the vibrant life of Tony, and all those that he touched with his charm, energy and concern. His spirit lives on in all of us who knew him and he will always be remembered. How he lived his life continues to serve as a model to all of us, and reminds us to be happy and to encourage our friends.