Comments on: My Brother and Protector

By: linda andeson

linda andeson — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:23:02 +0000

John, spending these many sad days with you since the day of the tragic accident that took them from our lives as we had known it, you have spent many hours keeping in touch with their families, friends and even those who never met them. I know you have said this time was helpful and healing to you also, and I am experiencing the same. I just want you to know that I know how proud your big brother was, is and always will be of you. You said his shoes would be hard to fill, well my dear young man you have a pretty good pair yourself that no one could fill. I love you John and I have blessed in adding you to my family through David and our families were joined and have continued to grow with them in love and sharing over the many years ahead. You, Jodi and Kaleigh were blessed to share and witness the love of David, DeDe, Luke and Ryan and their sharing of times with you. Kaleigh will be able to look at the pictures as she grows and know that she was loved and welcomed into their lives. Ryan especially loved holding her and marveled at her sweetness and how cute she was. You always have touched my heart in a very special way, but nothing can define the love you have surrounded me with and the comfort you love and caring have brought to me. I am here and always will be to continue to share our love and help in any way I can. I believe that there always is a purpose in living. You having David for a brother was a gift oh so valuable to both of you. Remember you do not have to walk in anyones shoes, you have a very special path to share in your life now and the future. Love and sharing of themselves was their way of giving to us that they loved so much. Sending my love to you! Linda

By: Connie Arthur

Connie Arthur — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 18:52:56 +0000

John, those pictures are priceless! I’m so glad you shared them with us. There is nothing David wouldn’t do for someone he loved and cared for. Especially family. I said a little prayer today at the time that the service was taking place, knowing that there are hundreds of people there honoring him and his family. I wish more then anything that I could have been there too….but I was in spirit. So, again, thank you for sharing so many wonderful thoughts and pictures of you and your brother….he will always be there watching over you.

By: Mark & Roberta Joiner

Mark & Roberta Joiner — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 14:31:42 +0000

It is so wonderful that you have such great memories and photos of your life with David. I believe that this relationship will continue, in a different way now – he will always be with you in your heart, spirit and mind, if not physically present.

By: Stuart Blum

Stuart Blum — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 09:33:39 +0000

You didnt have to meet them more than once to know Dave and DeDe were special people and a special family. Their amazing energy and passion were evident, and there was always something new in their lives. Nothing can replace a family like that one. We should all be mindful that, in life, they lived vividly and brightly, and hewed to a path as close to their desires as they could.