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I love you and miss you so much ... we've been watching video ... it took 10 years for me to get to the point that I could watch you in our videos ... I love you Sweet Jeremy! XOXOXO Mommy
– From margie galassi on July 29, 2018

Another long day in the Galassi household ... but for the most part a good one. We celebrated Jeremy's birthday today. It was wonderful as always to do so with Joey and his friend Zachary with us sending him bunches of balloons, as always and ... oh, yeah - the ice cream cake with an angel on it was delicious! My dear Sweet Jeremy … The worst thing a mother goes through is having to give her sweet angel back to Heaven … Heaven and earth may separate us today, but nothing will ever change the fact that you made me a mom!!! Happy 35th Birthday, Sweetie … I still love you oh so much and don’t know how I have lived without you this past 8 years!!! All my love forever!!! Mommy
– From Mom on February 28, 2016

My Life Was Forever Changed by 8 Years Ago (Your Daddy calls it “Before and After Jeremy”) 8 years ago today and many years before, I pictured you in my heart. 8 years ago today and every day since you were born, I knew we couldn’t part. 8 years ago today and before, I was hopeful you’d be okay. 8 years ago today and more, I looked back at how you’d grown. 8 years ago today, I had such hope that you would stay. 8 years ago today, I didn’t think it possible you would leave. 8 years ago today, over the fireworks I’m sure you still heard my screams. 8 years ago today and every day thereafter, I’ve looked for you in my dreams. 8 years ago today I was shattered by your demise. 8 years ago today, I then saw you in your son’s eyes. 8 years ago today, I finally admit it’s never going to be easy. 8 years ago today I now realize it’s you I should thank for my grandson, Joey. 8 years ago today and all the rest of my life, I thank God for bringing me your Daddy. You were my life … my world … my everything! So I’m sure you are aware that since 8 years ago today, without them I would have surely died! I love you more today than yesterday … With all my heart, I can’t wait to see you again … Love, Mom
– From Margie on December 31, 2015

I haven't written in a while (computer trouples - no excuse). This is for you, my Sweet Jeremy: We thought of you with love today, 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. All we have are memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, with which we will never part. God has you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts. A million times we`ve wanted you. A million times we cried. If love could only have saved you, you never would have died. It broke our hearts to lose you. But you didn`t go alone. For a part of us went with you... the day God called you Home. Love you and miss you every day!!! Mom
– From Mom on October 6, 2015

I've spent another year wondering what I would write for your birthday this year. You've been gone 7 years now and I finally get it - you're gone! This is to you, Sweetie: In Loving Memory to My Wonderful Son ~ Of all the special gifts in life However great or small To have you as my Son Was the greatest gift of all. A special time ~ A special face ~ A special son I cannot replace. With an aching heart I whisper low ~ I miss you, Son and Love you so. Happy Birthday, Sweetie! All my love ... Mom
– From Margie on February 28, 2015

Jeremy, many many blessings to you and those who love you. You are never alone.
– From anonymous on January 19, 2015

My Sweet Jeremy, it's 7 years today since you left me here without you. This is for you: If tears could build a stairway and thoughts a memory lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. No Farewell words were spoken ~ No time to say good-bye. You were gone before I knew it and only God knows why. My heart's still active in sadness and secret tears still flow. What it meant to lose you ~ No one can ever know. But now I know you want us to mourn for you no more To remember all the happy times life still has much in store. Since you'll never be forgotten I pledge to you today A hallowed place within my heart is where you'll always stay. I love you very much, Jeremy ~ My pride ~ My joy ~ My love ~ My Sweetie ~ I miss you so much it hurts, but I'm trying ... Happy New Year to you, Sweetie, with all my love ~ Mom XOXOXO
– From Margie Galassi on December 31, 2014

Hey, Sweetie! Haven't written in a while, but I miss you terribly! Joey is here for the week and he reminds me so much of you ~ it's a blessing in a way. I didn't used to think so, but I am starting to see it as a blessing. I love you so much! Miss you!!! Love and kisses always! XOXOXOXO Mommy
– From Mom on June 23, 2014

Jeremy, you were my best friend through high school. We've had our challenges after, but we always knew we would stick together. When your mom wrote to me and gave me the news, I felt the pit of my stomach drop. I went to go see your parents shortly after. It was a pretty emotional time. My grandparents were really sad too. But let's look on the bright times.......we could've started a band. LOL! You were a brilliant mind with computers among so many other things. I still can't figure out why you would pretend to drive stick in an automatic SUV. I would understand if it was a sports car, but c'mon man. Since I've seen you last, I had a baby girl. Her name is Makenzie. She is the most beautiful thing in my life. She would've loved her uncle Jeremy. When I lost Angela in the accident in 2002, I'm not sure if u could deal with another close loss. I shut it out, I refused to think my best friend and my fiancé are both gone. I now know your both looking down from Heaven laughing your asses off at how hard we all have it. Stop mocking us, we're doing the best we can. Geez, LOL! I love you brother and always will. Happy Birthday! See you soon, but not yet. -Jason
– From Jason Curtis on March 1, 2014

My sweet, Jeremy! I found a poem that sounds like you would be saying this to me and it makes me feel better to know that you could be: Ask my Mom by Jo Burr My Mom, she tells a lot of lies she never did before From now until she dies she'll tell a whole lot more. Ask my Mom how she is and because she can't explain She will tell a little lie Because she can't describe the pain. Ask my Mom how is she She'll say,” I’m alright"! If that's the truth, then tell me why does she cry each night. Ask my Mom how is she She seems to cope so well She didn't have a choice you see nor the strength to yell. Ask my Mom how is she She'll say, "I'm fine, I'm well, I'm coping"! For God's sake, Mom, just tell the truth Just say your heart is broken. She'll love me all her life I loved her all of mine But if you ask her how is she She'll lie and say she's fine. I am here, in heaven I cannot hug from here If she lies to you, don't listen Hug her, hold her near. On the day we meet again we'll smile, and I'll be bold I'll say, "You're lucky to get in here, Mom with all the lies you told"! (LOL) HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SWEETIE - I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART ! JOEY, YOU DAD AND I WILL BE LOOKING UP SENDING YOU BIRTHDAY WISHES, AS ALWAYS THIS AFTERNOON ---- LOOK FOR YOUR BALLOONS!!!! XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO Mommy
– From Mom on February 28, 2014

Miss ya man
– From jonathan kreppein on January 10, 2014

You will always be remembered and loved, I know your looking down on us all, mostly your mom, dad and son. Miss you my friend.
– From Sara Feinstein on January 1, 2014

I miss you more than you will ever know. I can't believe it has been 6 years since I lost you. TONIGHT AT MIDNIGHT WILL 6 YEARS FROM THE DREADFUL MOMENT I HEARD THOSE TERRIBLE WORDS THAT YOU WERE GONE ... Sweetie, I found another poem tnat completely tells exactly what I felt that day ~ today ~ and every day in between: IF I ONLY HAD 5 MINUTES If I only had five minutes the day you passed away, I would have had time to tell you all the things I needed to say. I never got to tell you how much you mean to me, Or that I knew you were the best son you could be. The last time that I talked to you I wish I would have known. I would have said I love you, and kept you on the phone. If I only had five minutes, the morning you passed away, I'd give you one last hug so tight and see your great big smile. I'd tell you that I don't think I could live without you, not even for awhile. I'd kiss your cheek and take your hand And tell you it's not time to go because I’ll miss you, more than you'll ever know. But you were gone so quickly, The last place I would expect you to be. Before you even knew it, You were taken away from me As you stood at heavens gate, I pray that God has called upon you, And you finally got your wings. To leave this life behind you, And enjoy all of heavens beautiful things. So wait for me in heaven son, Make sure I’m not alone, The day the angels come for me, Please be there to bring me home. I LOVE YOU, SWEETIE! XOXOXOXO MOMMY
– From Mom on December 31, 2013

Hi, Sweetie! I just found out that I am now working with a relative of one of your best friends growing up, Eddie. I just want you to know the support and compassion I still get from others. It's sad that I always thought I said the right thing to others when they would lose a child, but we both now know that there ARE NO WORDS ~ don't we???? I tried to express my appreciation for their thoughts and prayers. I realize that I still have so much guilt as well as blame, but everybody still expects me to just "get over it" but I never will. Like I told Gabby today, I make myself take that first breath every morning when I wake up and the nightmare is still here. My days have gotten better, mostly because this is now my new normal ~ can you believe I even said that!?!?!? you are on my mind every minute of every day, but it used to be the second of every minute and consuming. Now it seems that my brain has started to take over to relieve my heartache giving me other things in life to think about. But please don't ever doubt how much I miss you and love you ~ and always will. Our candle light vigil is this week so you watch over everyone and accept all the love and prayers that come your way. I love you! XOXOXOXO Mom
– From Mom on October 21, 2013

Jeremy, I met you mom back in June 2013. She love you I can see that while reading though her posts I actually forgot I have added my son to NOPE's website memorial page. I have a website for TJ and I write on it. http://tjkiefer.last-memories.com/ RIP Jeremy. You are always loved and will never be forgotten <3
– From Katheel Kiefer on September 15, 2013

Tomorrow's my birthday and I only have one wish ... Miss you so much ~ All my love forever, as always! XOXOXOXO
– From Mom on June 6, 2013

Miss you bunches, Sweetie! Love & Kisses ~ as always! Mommy
– From XOXOXO, Mom on April 17, 2013

We had our annual birthday celebration for you this evening and our balloons sailed eastward over the Honda Classic golf tournament toward the beach from our house. Joey was here to help and sent 2 balloons himself, a butterfly and Spongebob. Joey asked me if I thought you would know those were from him and I of course told him you were there with us and you knew he was here and loves you for it. I miss you sweetie, but I was not going to let today be a sad day. When the tears came I fought them off with everything I had in me ~ it was the best day of my life when you came to me that beautiful morning at 7:35 a.m. Be a sweetheart and come visit me sometime ~ I could really use one of your hugs!!!! I love you so much ~ Happy 32nd Birthday, Sweetie! XOXOXOXO Mom
– From Love always, Mommy on February 28, 2013

– From Anonymous on January 24, 2013

Miss you, Sweetie! XOXOXOXOXOXXO always! Mom
– From Mommy on January 6, 2013

It's been 5 years since I heard your voice and even longer since I held you in my arms ~ I stayed up most of the night trying to feel the moment you took your last breath to the point that I couldn't breathe myself ~ I miss you just as much as I did 5 years ago! I love you and my heart aches for you every minute of every day, Sweetie! All my love ~ always, Mommy
– From Mom on December 31, 2012

Missing You © Raven My eyes fill up in tears, as I miss you through the years, I lie in bed at night, as I think of this scary fright. I love you with all my heart, I wish we wouldn't have to be apart, I keep thinking that this can't be real, I wish you only knew how I feel. Tears roll down my face, To see you in such a happy place, I hope we will meet again someday, So the pain inside me will wash away. Jeremy, I am selfishly crying for you to come to my arms, Sweetie! Love forever! Mommy
– From Margie on December 31, 2012

I know you know that Granny died on July 7th, and she wasn't ready to go either. But maybe you can comfort her and make her feel welcome at God's place. Granny suffered for such a long time, different than you, but suffered just the same, and she no longer is in pain and can finally again walk on the clouds. Hopefully, you are already showing her around. I just couldn't write for a while ~ I fill my mind with work. But I hold you in my heart and mind everyday ~ all day! I just have to push that back to get my work done. I love you Jeremy and I miss you even more. Give Granny hugs and kisses for me, too! X0X0X0X0 Mommy
– From Love and kisses, as always, Mommy on July 24, 2012

I had an exceptionally tough day today ~ missing you! I had to tell someone at work about you today so they could understand (even a little) of what I feel every day (all day) ~ but really, Sweetie, they have no idea (and I really hope they never do). I can't sleep ~ you are on my mind so much ~ more for some reason ~ and that I never thought was possible. Are you thinking of me? Are you missing me? I try so hard to remember all the good in your short life, but I am just feeling lonely right now ~ I miss you so!!! All my love ~ forever, as always ~ Mommy
– From Mom on June 6, 2012

I found this poem and it tells all: I love you Jeremy ~ I hope you still know that I still love you!!! This tells you how I still feel about you! A Picture Of You © Deborah Robinson I only have a picture now, A frozen piece of time, To remind me of how it was, When you were here, and mine. I see your smiling eyes, Each morning when I wake, I talk to you, and place a kiss, Upon your lovely face. How much I miss you being here, I really can not say, The ache is deep inside my heart, And never goes away. I hear it mentioned often, That time will heal the pain, But if I'm being honest, I hope it will remain. I need to feel you constantly, To get me through the day, I loved you so very much, Why did you go away? The angels came and took you, That really wasn't fair, They took my one and only Son, My future life. My heir. If only they had asked me, If I would take your place, I would have done so willingly, Leaving you this world to grace. You should have had so many years, To watch your life unfold, And in the mist of this, Watch me, your Mum (Mama) grow old! I hope your watching from above, At the daily tasks I do, And let there be no doubt at all, I really do love you.
– From Happy Birthday, My Sweetie ~ Love always, Mommy on February 27, 2012

Happy Valentine's Day, Sweetie! Your dad picked up Joey to bring me flowers. It was such a nice surprise. I love you and miss you so much, Sweetie ~ but I convince myself that your safe, happy and pain free and, though I am sure you are no longer suffering the turmoil you suffered for so long ~ I love you! Mommy
– From XOXOXOXOXO Mom on February 14, 2012

I have not written in a while, but don't think I am not thinking of you every minute of every day. Most days I seem to get through okay, but some still are turmoil inside. I try not to listen to your music every day now, just to lighten my heart a little more. Everyone thinks I should be "over it", but they have no idea and ~ honestly ~ I wouldn't wish this heartache on my absolute worst enemy. I love you so very much and look forward to your birthday the end of the month. Look for your balloons ~ they will be coming your way ~ I promise! All my love forever ~ miss you more than anything! xoxoxoxoxo Mommy
– From Mom on February 5, 2012

I love you so much and (still) miss you every day. We took Joey to JBR this weekend and seeing him in the pool ~ it was just like seeing you so many years ago yet, seemingly, just like yesterday. We both choked back the tears. You will always be the light of my life that flickers a little more from my tears. All my love, Mom
– From Mom on October 18, 2011

Hi, Sweetie! I think of you every day ~ all day long. I try to make you see that I am getting better at dealing with life without you, bit it is very difficult. I started a new job today and I know you are so proud of me. Please help me through these most difficult times. Love you forever!
– From and ever! Mom on September 27, 2011

Sorry I didn't do this sooner,but my computer is down. I"m at my grandaughters now. Her name is Brielle and her birthday is the same as yours. Just wanted to light a candle in your honor on your birthday. Peace and love. Agape Marty
– From Marty on March 3, 2011

Birthday Wishes for Your, Sweetie You’ve been gone for a long three years, But still it hurts and brings us to tears. We know that you are up above And every day you send your love. So that is why when we think of you Our love for one another comes flooding through. Happy Birthday and Love forever! Mom and Dad
– From Mom on February 28, 2011

We are sending you balloons for your birthday! Today you would be 30 years old ~ I miss you more than words could ever express ~ Happy Birthday, Sweetie!!! All my love forever!
– From Mommy on February 28, 2011

My Dearest Jeremy ~ It's your birthday and we sent you balloons again today. You would have laughed your @$$ off if you were here. Your dad thought the wind was blowing in one direction and I thought it was blowing in the other ~ neither of us was right! The wind blew the balloons right into a 30 to 40 foot tree. I was practically hysterical ~ your balloons didn't go up to you ~ so, if you want to read your poem ~ you'll have to come down here because it is stuck in that damn tree. Your dad says there's a 24 hour window and if he needs to, he gets to chop down that tree to free the balloons in the morning so you will get your birthday poem. You know, I've been crying off and on all day. I went to work (because I had to) and was so busy, but still had a moody day! I was so afraid of not getting your balloons off before dark so I could see them rise to you in the heavens ~ I've been so worked up! But here you are, twisting the strings of those 9 balloons into the tree limbs. Finally, after a few hours of worrying about it, I see what is happening ~ finally! You, again, are making me laugh ~ at myself for all this hysteria. I love you sweet boy ~ and though our poem seems sad, it really is just a testament to how so very much we love you and miss you ~ please stay close, even if you can't come into my dreams so I can see you now and then. Just stay close like today and help me to carry my heavy, heavy heart. Happy 30th birthday, Sweetie! Your daddy and I love you more than ever!
– From Mom on February 28, 2011

Jeremy Even though we never met I feel as though we have. I can tell by the way your mom speaks of you and to you how very special you truly are. My heart is heavy as I write this for I know the searing pain in your moms' heart and soul. I was indoctrinated into this unfathomable "club" on June 22 2009 when I was blindsided by my son Dustins' untimely departure from this earth. I too believe that we will all be together one glorious day and thats what keeps me going day by day. Each day that passes we are all one day closer to that sweet rapture of embrace. Margie I misplaced your # but if you feel like calling me please do anytime 5614207300. Jeremy please give Dusty a hug for me I know all you young beautiful souls are together watching over your loved ones. with love Dustins Mom Nancy
– From Nancy DeMarco on February 8, 2011

I miss you every day, but especially today! Love, kisses and big bear hugs!!
– From Love, Mom on January 31, 2011

Inever met you Jeremy, but I know your mom. I saw her last night at support group. I look forward to meeting you on the other side. Peace.
– From Marty on January 11, 2011

Dear jeremy, I would like to thank your mother for contacting me. I hope you saw all the candles that where lit for you! I wish you love and happiness, it looks like you have allot of friends to pick from on this site. I hope you will help your mom and son. I wish my son would have had a child, yours will be there to remind us of your spirit. Marie
– From Marie Tripi on November 1, 2010

Hi, Sweetie ~ I went to the candle light vigil on Thursday ~ it was beautiful and as moving as ever! I just was having a hard time recently, trying to write a new poem for you. I know you understand that I miss you every day and my not being able to write just confirms that. Hope to see you in my dreams!!! Hugs & kisses ... and all my love ~ always, Mom
– From Mom on October 30, 2010

– From Anonymous on October 30, 2010

So sorry you lost your son, I lost mine too, he was 28 and was very handsome and engaging. Sounds like what you lost. My son never had a child, hope your son's is doing well. I never thought my son would die before me. My son is tripi, hope you light a candle for him, I don't understand any of this.
– From marie on August 31, 2010

WISH I WAS WITH YOU I'm sending this note Not just to say hello But because today’s your birthday You’d be 29, you know I hope you're feeling special Because today you should If I could be with you You know I would I wished for you all that you desired As you deserved the best Having you in my life I know I was truly blessed I hope your feeling special Because you still are And you know I'd be with you If I didn't live so far Until I hold you again I’m counting now the days, the years And I’m looking forward To that day with no more tears I love you, Sweetie! Happy Birthday! Mommy♥ 2/28/2010
– From Mommy on February 28, 2010

Your daddy and I sent you Some balloons today We stood in each others arms and watched them float away Amidst the tears we began to laugh as we saw them float into the air traffic path Then we cried again as they flew out of sight And I felt that pain like that unforgettable night In case you didn't know I wrote you a poem just to let you know I still miss you so. Let me know when you get it! Love and Kisses, Mama! (Feel my hugs!!!)
– From Mommy on February 28, 2010

In Loving Memory.
– From Beth Mercurio on December 9, 2009

We had a candlelight vigil for all of you kids and it was a real tear jerker! I miss you so much I still can't believe it! Your daddy and I baked pies for the support group and I told them how you used to help daddy bake. That was our tribute to you this month. Sometimes I feel okay because I believe you're okay. Then there are times that I just can't breathe; like you just left me yesterday! I feel like it's just me and you, as usual! I love you sweetie ~ I miss you!
– From All my love, Mom on November 12, 2009

Hi, my Sweetie! I’m so sorry that I have not written in a while. It doesn’t mean I’ve forgotten you ~ How could I forget your love ~ your hugs ~ your smile? It doesn’t mean I don’t miss you ~ I still miss you so ~ beyond any doubt. Even though I don’t cry uncontrollably I think of you day in and day out. Though I’m fighting to survive, I must confess Life without you is so much less. Then out of the blue, your son will say or do Something in his devilish way ~ just like you. It will make me laugh and I’ll hear myself say, “I love you ~ you are just like your daddy!” Then I remember ~ again ~ and the laughter turns to tears And I’ll wonder ~ how will I survive the years? He’ll lay his head on my shoulder and give me a hug, just like you And he’ll whisper, “I love you, too”, just when I need him to. It doesn’t mean I don’t hurt any more or love you any less or that my heart is not still broken. It just means that my pain and grief are little less outspoken. Love you always, Sweetie! Mom
– From Mom on August 1, 2009

– From Sara Feinstein on April 28, 2009

Oh Jeremy, where to start. I'll never forget how cute you were, I thought you were the most beautiful baby I ever laid eyes on. You had the biggest smile (and the loudest yell). I know exactly how proud she was of you, and how she worshipped you. I can not change the way things worked out, but I can tell you that you never had a friend who loved you or cared for you, or worried about you, or just worshipped you like your Mommy and Daddy. Your loss has affected everyone that ever knew you or your family. It is so sad, and I'm so sorry that we weren't closer...not that I think that there is anything that I could have done to help you shake the pain, but I sure would have done more if I'd gotten to know you better. It makes my heart hurt to know how miserable you must have been, and to know how much pain you must have carried. Now your Mommy and Daddy are carrying the pain, and they will forever. The term that comes to mind is that it feels like they have an elephant on their chest. It seems so unfair, but we all know that however bad we feel, however sad or lonesome, we know that you are in a happier, healthier place, and you are now cradled, not in the arms of your Mommy, but in the arms of God. Until we meet again in eternity, Kryse (Mommy's cousin)
– From Kryse on April 27, 2009

I don't know what came over me. I went to church with Joyce Easter Sunday. (I guess if I was going to go, there couldn't have been a better day than Easter). I guess Easter was a little emotional. Anyway, I was remembering all those years of getting to play the Easter bunny and making your baskets. It kept playing over and over in my head ~ it was really nice, and also at times, hard. But, I wrote a poem ~ yes, I ... myself ... wrote a poem for you and here it is (I didn't give it a title until just this moment): My Dearest Jeremy, I'm Sorry! He was my only child and I love him so. I'm sorry that he thought I hurt his feelings; I am sorry he suffered inside. I am sorry he thought I wasn't there for him; I'm sorry I wasn’t there when he died. I'm sorry I can't change any of it now. I wish I could have helped him to see the drugs were not his friend at all. But they got hold of him – I don’t know how ... though it made it easier when God came to call. It's been just over a year now and I still wish I had just one more chance, but it was like he was in a hypnotic trance. So now I try to remember the best ... I know he’s happier, he’s healthier … I know now he’s no longer stressed. My life goes on with such despair And yet seemingly at times without a care, Then I remember again he’s with God. I can’t wait to again hold him in my arms I do declare! Love, Mama
– From Still Missing You, Sweetie! Love, Mom on April 15, 2009

My heart goes out to his parents and baby Joey! I just saw this online and am very sad. Jeremy, I remember playing cards at the pavillion and breaking your nose (accidentally) while playing HORSE at the park. I will miss you and I wish that we could have kept in touch.
– From Colleen Kirner Hamilton on March 26, 2009

I miss you cuzzzy <3 never ganna be forgoton.
– From Christina on March 1, 2009

IT SEEMS LIKE ONLY YESTERDAY Written by Jan Andersen It seems like only yesterday I rocked you on my knee, With dreams about the future and What you were going to be. You were so bright and happy Such a precious little boy, You gave your love to everyone And filled our hearts with joy. Strangers would admire you And stop to say hello, "He'll break a lot of hearts," they said, "In twenty years or so." But less than twenty years from then, What they said came true, As we were forced against our will To say goodbye to you. A life so short and unfulfilled, With so much left to go, "Why, oh why?" we ask ourselves, When we all loved you so. Life shows us many options, But whichever path we take The destination's still the same Whatever choice we make. So many questions flood our minds, "What if, and Why and How?" If we had done things differently, Would you still be with us now? I don't know what the lesson was That you were sent here to learn, But now your purpose is fulfilled It's time for you to return. When I hear the phone ring I expect to hear you say, "Alright Mum? What're you doing, Can I come 'round today? But you don't need to ask now, You're with us every day, Within our hearts, our minds, our souls, Your memory will stay. No fear, no pain or sorrow, Can touch you anymore But the love you've left behind, Will live with us forever more. All my love, Mom
– From Mom on February 28, 2009

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SWEETIE! THIS POEM IS EXACTLY HOW I FEEL WITHOUT YOU! TO LOSE A CHILD Written by Susan Tawil Tears without end Days without nights Night without day Time without forgetting. Food without taste Sleep without rest Sorrow without comfort. Pain without limit Emptiness without bottom Life without. I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART AND MISS YOU MORE THAN WORDS CAN SAY!! XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXXOXOXOXOXOXO MOMMY
– From Mom on February 28, 2009

Jeremy, the light of my life, was an adventurer, he would try anything! He swam like a fish by the age of 4 … went parasailing at 6½ … loved roller coasters … ate his 1st lobster at 7 and he always loved dessert, even broccoli or brussel sprouts if you called it “dessert”. At the age of 8 he almost ran off the edge of the Grand Canyon, but as usual was saved by his daddy ~ he had no fear! At age 10, he took 1st & 2nd place in a photo contest of Jack Nicklaus on the PGA golf course; and dressed in drag for Halloween! Jeremy was always acting up & joking around … and teasing me because I always took him so serious … he loved to laugh and make others laugh … he loved deep and when he felt hurt, he hurt deep! Jeremy, I miss your big laugh and pretty smile … your funny jokes … your beautiful face and all those expressions … your sweet voice … and most of all your strong arms that you used to wrap around me! But, just like the song I always sang to you … ‘You Light Up My Life ~ You give me hope to carry on …’ (even now!) I’ll Always Love You, Sweetie! Mama
– From Mom on February 6, 2009

A funny story about Jeremy. I remember when he was somewhere between 7-10 years old, Tom Sr., Margie, myself and Jeremy went to see Jai-Alai. We were watching the commercials all week, and he was excited to see it in person. We got there, and he wasn't too impressed. We watched for about a 1/2 hour and then he turned to us and said "When are they going to light the balls on fire?" Which at first we were all a little confused until we realized that on the commercials, they were touting how fast the game was and the balls were actually fireballs in the commercial. Needless to say, I think he was disappointed. I have to say, I was a little disappointed too, the game would have much been way better if the balls actually were on fire.
– From Tom Galassi Jr. on November 13, 2008

althogh I didnt know you I had the pleasure of meeting your mom and dad...they miss and love you jeremy please rest in peace with god.. we will all see you again one day..in heaven...
– From nancy marzulli on October 30, 2008

I love you very much Jeremy.
– From Aunt Tonia on October 22, 2008

You will be forever in our hearts.
– From Mary Wilkinson on October 16, 2008

We were just watching videos from Disney World. Loved your hat and watching you try to bite the camera!
– From The Fiores on October 15, 2008

Hey brother!! I know you're up there lookin down from above. Whatever happened to that band we were supposed to start up? I miss the jet skiing, the pavilion hangouts, and all the jokes we cracked on each other. I love you, man! Even after you started dating my exgirlfriend right after we broke up!! Ha, Ha...Jk. May God protect you in your eternal life, and remember....we all still love you!
– From Jason Curtis on October 15, 2008

Sweetie, I'm supposed to write a tribute to you, to your life, to my love for you or our love for each other. My heart aches everyday without you. I finally stopped looking at my phone afraid that I missed your call. Though I still cry for you everyday ~ not because you are with God, but for my own selfishness that I cannot hear your voice or touch your beautiful face or feel your strong loving arms around me anymore. If it wasn't for little Joey to hold me and love me, I think I would have certainly joined you by now. I have to go on for him ~ so he knows you like I do. I finally can remember the wonderful, yet scary, things you did without totally breaking down and sobbing. I still cry, but the tears now are bitter sweet of your memory. You are ~~ were my world that I let slip away! I still miss you so much that sometimes I still can't breathe! But now my heart is filled with so much love for you that it is finally starting to push out the pain! I love you sweetie ~ as always, forever and ever! Mama
– From Mom on October 10, 2008

May these messages from friends and friends of friends, along with your faith, help you get through this tragic time in you life as you realize that so many people of thinking of you.
– From BARB LUKENS (RHONDA'S FRIEND) on March 28, 2008

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MY JOSHUA HAS BEEN GONE 1 YEAR NOW AND I MISS HIM TERRIBLY-HE WAS MY JOY. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN YOUR SON'S MEMORIES AND HIS KINDMESS AND SMILE....LISA
– From LISA-MOTHER OF JOSHUA HUSTON on March 20, 2008

Jeremy, I have loved you since I met you. I wish that I knew of the demons that you faced or knew what to do if I did know. I pray that you are in a better place now. I pray that if it is possible, please give your mother a sign that you are happier and that she will always love you and miss you to the depths of her soul, but that you are in a better place now. I love you so much, I didn't get a bye kiss and that is not right.
– From Aunt Rhonda on March 16, 2008

– From Jessie Wakefield on March 12, 2008

Sometimes life is like a book with just so many pages. Jeremy's book was too short but the life he lived within those pages were enough to leave a mark on the lives of the people who knew him and those who loved him. So, if your book has a few or many pages, make it the best you're able to be. Undoubtedly, it will be filled with memories, both good and bad but it is what you leave behind. May your heart find peace.
– From Jackie on March 11, 2008

You'll always be in our hearts cuz. Your daring and fun nature left us with many smiles to remember you by. We love and miss you.
– From The Fiores on March 11, 2008