Monday, May 4, 2009
He's gone Home
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Steven just passed away. He is now in a better place. Please pray for Michelle and the kids. They need many prayers! Thanks for everything...Beth
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Anonymous
God's speed to you Steven. You are already missed by your loved ones and friends. I'm glad for the time we got to know Steven; what a great guy. The words just can't be found. We love you and we pray for you and your family Michelle.
Love,
Leslie, Lourie, Duell, and Airelle
May 4, 2009 at 12:21 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
Words cannot express how deeply saddened we are to hear of Steven's passing. I know you will forever hold tight to your memories as a wonderful husband and father. I pray that the Lord will hold you tight and carry you and the kids through these difficult times. May His peace be with you always!!!
With our deepest sympathy,
Jimmy, Ragan, Jaxon, and Gavon Veach
May 4, 2009 at 12:25 PM
Unknown says:
Michelle,
We continue to pray for you all.
Laura, Neal, Taylor, Sean and Megan
May 4, 2009 at 12:26 PM
Anonymous
May God receive you into His presence, dear brother! Michelle, all our love is with you and the children. We at Spring Creek have been praying hard for you. You are very special to us.
Tim & Jennifer Jennings
May 4, 2009 at 12:28 PM
Anonymous
I only knew Steven briefly at AllStates/NorthStar, but I remember he was a very kind person. You and your family are in my prayers.
Melodie Elam
Former HR Director at AllStates Technical Services
May 4, 2009 at 12:29 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I will continue to pray for you, Pierce and Peyton. May the peace of God comfort you as only He can.
Love you.
Paula Robinson
May 4, 2009 at 12:30 PM
Anonymous
Steven was a wonderfully kind, generous and giving soul. I know him through the BRN events and he always had a smile, word of encouragement or the offer to help. He was will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to Michelle and his children.
May 4, 2009 at 12:34 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
Judd was a wonderful person and friend. He will be missed by so many. We continue to pray for you and the kids to have strength and to hold God close during this time!
With Love,
Mamie McLaughlin
May 4, 2009 at 12:36 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
I am so sorry for what you are facing. God will give you strength and comfort as only He can. We will continue to pray for you, Pierce and Peyton and your families.
Love,
Christy, Devon, Brody and Braden Bell
May 4, 2009 at 12:36 PM
Unknown says:
Steven is in a better place now, though we are all very sad he is gone. I will always remember his zest for life and the happiness he brought to so many. My deepest sympathy to Michelle and the children and all the family. You remain in my thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Debra
May 4, 2009 at 12:38 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
We are so very sorry! There are no words during this time.
We pray God gives you strength!
Stevens memory lives on in our hearts. Our prayers are ever with you.
Our Love,
Donald Ray & Dean'a
May 4, 2009 at 12:41 PM
Anonymous
Deepest sympathy to the whole family. You all will remain in our prayers.
Daryel & Lisa Haynes
Ruth Casey
Glendale Church of Christ
May 4, 2009 at 12:43 PM
Anonymous
Shell,
Words cannot express how broken hearted I am. You all are so dear to me. May God's love and strength help you thru this. I will be there for you in any way that I can.
I love you!
Ang
May 4, 2009 at 12:48 PM
Anonymous
Judd,
It will be a glorious day when we are reunited on the other side. We already miss you & will be praying for Michelle, Pierce, & Peyton...always. We love you so much. We went to the Ole Miss/ Auburn game just for you yesterday & yelled for the Rebels. They sweeped them!!
God Speed,
Brandt, Sharry, & Henry Tucker
May 4, 2009 at 12:49 PM
Anonymous
I know you are surrounded by prayers. I have many pray warriors that I have asked to pray for you and the kids at this difficult time in your lives. I will never forget Steven's whit. Know that we are praying for you and are here in any way.
Love,
Tammy, Chris and Lynzie Liddell
May 4, 2009 at 12:50 PM
Anonymous
Dearest Michelle,
As time passes, these words of comfort and sympathy from your friends and family will sink in and will bring you even more peace as you move through the days in the future. I pray that you are also comforted by God's presence, seen in the many faces of the angels that are surrounding you now.
Much love,
Stephanie Michon
May 4, 2009 at 12:54 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
I have no insightful words that haven't been expressed already to you at the loss of Steven. He was totally an unforgettable, warm, and beautiful individual. I feel blessed to have known him...he was always such a shining light that everyone wanted to be around. His whit, his smile, his sincere regard for people....I'll always remember him. You are such a beautiful couple and wonderful family. I know the Lord's hands are around you and he will take care of you, Pierce, and Peyton.
Sincerely....Leilani Kirkes
May 4, 2009 at 1:03 PM
Melissa, David and Baby Morris says:
Steven has gone to be with our Father and thanks to His goodness and the sacrifice of His son Jesus, Steven will know eveerlasting life. We pray for Michelle and the boys now and wish you strength and purpose in the coming days.
David Melissa Morris
May 4, 2009 at 1:05 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
My heart is broken. Steven was truly a joy for me to be around and talk with. Besides he was to only other member who pulled for the Gators...even if it was only when we played Alabama:-).
I will miss him so much. Felicia and I are here for you and the children.
In Christian Love,
Reggie
May 4, 2009 at 1:07 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
You, your children and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God hold you tightly and give you words and thoughts of comfort at this time.
God Bless!
Chris and Stuart Summers
May 4, 2009 at 1:08 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
I am so sorry! We are praying for God to comfort you and give you strength. Steven was a wonderful husband and father and he will be missed.
Much love,
Kimberly Lewis Chavez
May 4, 2009 at 1:09 PM
Anonymous
Dear Michelle:
We are devastated by this dreadful news. We are glad Ginny was able to be with you and Steven David even for a little while to lend support. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the children.
With love from your Canadian family, Ginny, Michael, Christopher, and Jonathan.
May 4, 2009 at 1:14 PM
Anonymous
May the peace of Christ shine on you Steven...my prayers are now with Michelle, Pierce, and Peyton.
May 4, 2009 at 1:14 PM
Anonymous
Mechelle
We can't begin to know what you are going through! Steven was so special and you all were such a special couple. Just a wonderful family with your 2 precious children. I cherish the time we spent with the 2 of you. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
We love you!
Ron & Doris B.
May 4, 2009 at 1:20 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
Words can't describe how heartbroken I am for you. I am amazed at your strength and grace throughout the last few weeks. God's love has been shining through you, showing just how beautiful you are! I pray that through this next stage of your journey, not a single moment goes by that you can't feel someone praying for you and your precious children. Each and every moment someone, somewhere will be lifting you up and asking God to continue to give you strength and comfort!
Love,
Tracye Hurst Goad
May 4, 2009 at 1:22 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
our hearts are aching for you and your family. Steven will truly be missed by so many. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. We love you.
Charles & Pam Collins
May 4, 2009 at 1:23 PM
TG says:
We love you guys.
Trey and Elisabeth Gay
May 4, 2009 at 1:25 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband. Words cannot express the sorrow I am feeling for you and your children. May God comfort, keep, and bless you all in the coming days.
Much Love.
Jessica Bennett Taylor
DLU Delt
May 4, 2009 at 1:26 PM
Anonymous
Praying for you and your family during this time and trusting God to be faithful as only He can for He loves and cares for you all so very much. Steven was a sweet spirit and will be missed.
In HIS love,
Erika Prothow
Ecclesiastes 3:1-14
May 4, 2009 at 1:27 PM
Anonymous
MIchelle,
I know that we are only acquaintances through work and I have only met Steven once, but that is all it takes to know what a loving and wonderful family you have. His life may have been cut short for reasons that we cannot fully understand, but I know that while the years may not have been many, they were full of love. He was so blessed to have you. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vince and Lindsey Balassone
May 4, 2009 at 1:27 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
It has been such a long time since we have seen you, but we think of you often and keep up with you through your parents at Christmas.
You and your children are in our prayers at this very difficult time.
Love,
Alex, Jennifer, Britt, Jordan and Logan Roberts
May 4, 2009 at 1:32 PM
Anonymous
Dear Judd family
I knew Steven "Judd" in college and have only kept up on facebook though we saw each other at some games. I am so sorry for your loss and have been praying since I found out he was ill for peace and recovery.
Whenever I think of him I remember his great smile and friendly countenance. I pray that your family has peace in this difficult time and though we have never met; you should know Judd was always a good man and well liked even before he began his life with his family. I will miss him and am sorry I didn't have the chance to spend more time with him on this earth.
Kind regards,
Matthew Deming
May 4, 2009 at 1:33 PM
Anonymous
Steven, I'll miss you buddy. I'll miss your smile, your laugh and your sense of humor. I'll miss trying to figure out what car you'll get next and all the crazy PI stories. I'll miss your kind spirit and your easy going ways. There are so many things I'll miss but most of all, I'll miss you.
Michelle, Steven's family and friends, I am sorry for your lose.
Jay Hammond
May 4, 2009 at 1:39 PM
Unknown says:
Michelle, I don't know what to say except that I'm thinking of you at this difficult time. With God by your side along with your friends and family, you will get through it. During one of Steven's BE&K Houston visits he told me you were expecting the 2nd baby. Steven left you with the greatest pieces of him - two wonderful children--Be strong for them. We love you!
Rita Burns
May 4, 2009 at 2:03 PM
gotgiraffes2 says:
Michelle,
We love you and your family very much and miss "those traveling days". We cannot know the feeling of what you are going through but want you to know that we are thinking of you and praying for you and the children. May God hold you close and give you what only he knows you need.
Much love from our heart to yours,
Don, Anna, Duncan and Dillon Osbourne
Kenneth and Janice Shivers
May 4, 2009 at 2:12 PM
soozhan says:
Michelle,
I am so sorry for your loss. Steven was such a great guy; always thoughtful and kind. I never saw him when he wasn't smiling. Please hold on to your faith and never let go. May God Bless you and your family.
Please let me know if I can help you in any way.
With Love,
Susan Brown
May 4, 2009 at 2:15 PM
Anonymous
Michelle and family...
Our hearts and prayers are with you. Steven was my friend and co-worker at Allstates and even after my family moved to Tampa, we still kept in touch. He was a kind soul and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. God speed.
Jim and Jennifer Powner
May 4, 2009 at 2:15 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
Our hearts are heavy for you at this difficult time. We knew you through Beth and Dustin and what wonderful people you are and your family is such a blessing in their lives. Beth and Dustin love your family so much. We continue to keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace and comfort.
In Christian Love,
Toby & Debbie Soechting
May 4, 2009 at 2:37 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
I know that it has been a very long time since the two of us have spoken, but I was made aware of your situation from Betsy. I am so very sorry for your loss. I will be praying that God holds you and your two precious children close to him during this period. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Sincerely,
Laura Branstetter Yawn
May 4, 2009 at 3:05 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
We are so, so sorry. We loved Steven so much. We are grateful for the good times we had with you both and will treasure them forever. You and the children will be in our prayers continually. We love you so much.
Ed, Jennifer, and Cameron
May 4, 2009 at 3:19 PM
Unknown says:
Michelle,
We are very sorry for your loss. This has really affected my wife, and I know it has made her faith in Jesus even stronger as she has heard how you handle this with grace and clarity. We are here for you if we can be of any assistance.
Mario, Ty and Alyssa Moore
May 4, 2009 at 3:35 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
You may not remember me, but I attend church @ Una many years ago with you and Steven. Danielle Pruitt told me about Steven's condition late last week. I am so sorry for your sudden loss. You and your children will be in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless!
Michelle Johnson
May 4, 2009 at 3:44 PM
Anonymous
I am deeply saddened by Steven’s passing. Steven was on of my clients and always looked forward to meeting with him. I will be praying for his family and hope they find peace in this trying time.
God Bless,
Kevin Johnson
May 4, 2009 at 3:44 PM
Anonymous
Michelle -
I left a comment this morning that didn't make it through .... then the updates came. We want you to know that your family has been heavy on our minds and our hearts. Pierce and Peyton are such GREAT kids.... full of life, love, and spirit... the direct result of you and Steven. Pierce reminds me so much of his daddy..... always friendly, positive, and a little bit goofy :-) He was riding a trike on the playground this morning... in his cowboy boots! He swung by to give me a quick high five before moving on. Peyton was shaking her booty to some hip music in toddler b when I came in the room. She stopped to come over and climb on me and give me some love. I gave her an extra big hug today. She always been so loving, Pierce too. You are blessed with them and they with you. I can't find the "right" words to send you... we just pray that you can find some sort of peace in all of this.
with love,
The Breedloves- Joy, Bobby, Nora, and Sydney
May 4, 2009 at 4:02 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I know God is giving you and your family strength through this very tough time. Steven was such a good guy. We will continue to keep y'all in our prayers.
Love,
Lanae and Joseph Kaney
May 4, 2009 at 4:15 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I'm Steve's friend from way back to his Albuquerque days. We ended up at Ole Miss together. I was so blessed to have Steve for a friend for so many years of my life. Every time we talked, he brightened my day because he always made me laugh. Pierce and Peyton are beautiful! May God comfort you during the difficult times. It sounds like you are surrounded by many loving friends and family. I am so thankful for that. Steve would have it no other way.
Sincerely,
Michelle (Kemm) Burros
May 4, 2009 at 4:26 PM
Anonymous
Dear Michelle,
Our heart goes out to you and the children. Just remember that God has promised to hold our right hand in the time of trouble and He never lets us down. We love you and shall continue to remember you in our prayers. God bless you, Pierce and Peyton.
Wyman & Mary Frances
May 4, 2009 at 7:00 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
You and your family are in my thought and prayers. Stacy sent
me a note yesterday about Judd.
So sorry to hear of his sudden
passing. I'm so sad.
May God's love hold you today and in the day's to come.
Gene Goodwin
Plano, Tx.
May 4, 2009 at 7:45 PM
Kathryn McLain
Dearest Michelle,
We are so deeply sorry for your loss! We loved Steven very much! We hold your family in a special place in our hearts! Steven was always so cool, sweet, and funny! Your family is dear to us! We will continue to lift you up to the Father! Comfort, Peace, Strength, and Courage! WE LOVE YOU!
Philip, Kathryn, Grace, Caleb, and Lillian McLain
May 4, 2009 at 7:58 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
There are no words to express to you how sorry I am for your loss. My heart breaks for you and the kids. I will continue to pray that you will have the strength to get through this. I wish I was able to be there to give you a big hug!
Love,
Suzanne Summar
May 4, 2009 at 8:03 PM
Anonymous
Michelle,
You and your family have been in our thoughts and prayers since all of this started for you and Steven. As much as we would love to come and be with you, Mom is just not up to the trip right now. Please know we will be with you in "spirit" as you face the difficult days ahead. We will support you and help you in any way we can. Try to take just one day at a time and know that you are surrounded by people who love you and want to help you. We'll be in touch.
Love you!
Janet, Steve and Aunt Neecie
May 4, 2009 at 8:40 PM
Anonymous
Life is but a stopping place,
A pause in what's to be,
A resting place along the road,
to sweet eternity.
We all have different journeys,
Different paths along the way,
We all were meant to learn some things,
but never meant to stay...
Our destination is a place,
Far greater than we know.
For some the journey's quicker,
For some the journey's slow.
And when the journey finally ends,
We'll claim a great reward,
And find an everlasting peace,
Together with the lord
Michelle,
I worked with Steven at Allstates and I have you in my prayers. I just can't find words to comfort you and your family, I hope this helps a bit.
When Tomorrow Starts Without Me
Author Unknown
When tomorrow starts without me,
and I'm not there to see;
I wish so much you wouldn't cry
the way you did today,
while thinking of the many things
we didn't get to say.
I know how much you love me,
as much as I love you
and each time you think of me
I know you'll miss me too;
But when tomorrow starts without me,
please try to understand,
that an angel came and called my name
and took me by the hand,
and said my place was
in Heaven far above,
and that I'd have to leave behind
all those I dearly love.
But as I turned to walk away,
a tear fell from my eye,
for all my life, I'd always thought
I didn't want to die.
I had so much to live for
and so much yet to do,
it seemed almost impossible
that I was leaving you.
I thought of all the yesterdays,
the good ones and the bad,
I thought of all the love shared
and all the fun we had.
If I could relive yesterday,
I thought, just for a while,
I'd say goodbye and kiss you
and maybe you would smile.
But then I fully realized
that this could never be,
for emptiness and memories
would take the place of me.
And when I thought of worldly things
that I'd miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did,
my heart was filled with sorrow.
But when I walked through Heaven's gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
from his great golden throne,
He said, "This is eternity
and all I've promised you.
Today for life on Earth is past
but here it starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow,
but today will always last,
and since each day's the same day,
there's no longing for the past.
But you have been so faithful,
so trusting and true.
Though there were times you did some things
you knew you shouldn't do.
But you have been forgiven
and now at last you're free.
So won't you take my hand
and share my life with me."
So when tomorrow starts without me,
don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I'm right here in your heart.
Judy Schreck
May 4, 2009 at 9:21 PM
Anonymous
Michelle -
Steven was such a nice man and I really enjoyed talking with him, in the mornings, when he would drop Pierce off in 3K!!! I'll continue to pray for strength, comfort, and peace for your entire family during and after this difficult time in life!!!
Love,
Chandra Wright
May 5, 2009 at 5:58 AM
Anonymous
Michelle,
May the peace of God and his arms of comfort wrap around you and your family in Steven's transition from time into eternity. I will remember him as a warm, funny guy that was a joy to be around. You are in my prayers and thoughts.
Peace and blessings,
Crystal Goodman
May 5, 2009 at 7:38 AM
Anonymous
Michelle,
I am so sorry. I don't know what words to say. I pray God's comfort for you and your family.
Matthew 11:28-30: Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.
-Curt and Lisa Martin
May 5, 2009 at 7:52 AM
Liddie
Michelle,
I am so so very sorry to hear about Steven's passing. It is so unbelievable as to all that has happened. I have been praying for you and your children and will continue to pray. Just lean on the Lord at this time and he will get you through this terrible time. Just remember that you will see him again and it will be such a spectacular place. Love ya, Liddie
May 5, 2009 at 8:14 AM
Anonymous
Stevn and I were friends in College at Ole Miss. I remember him as a very kind and giving person. I have been praying for your family and hope you can find comfort in this trying time. God Bless.
Kyle Wooddall
May 5, 2009 at 8:57 AM
Anonymous
Michlle
No one can ever imagine why someones life is cut short, but God does have a master plan. I have no words that will bring speedy healing or quick comfort, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Lean on God and he will pull you through this! I am so sorry for your loss.
Nicole Murphy
May 5, 2009 at 11:36 AM
Anonymous
Michelle,
I want you and Pierce and Payton to know what a great person Steven was. I knew Steven through work for seven years. We would go to lunch often to discuss work, life, sports, cars or whatever new thing Steven was getting into every week. At work Steven was a crusader for the right and just causes. At great risk to his personal advancement he would speak out about things that were wrong and anger and frustrate many that he worked for. When I would tell him the risks of how his message would be received he would say "I don't care" or "that's not what is important". His mind was always focused on the right thing to do. He would seek council of many but he would settle on what he felt was right, regardless of the cost. I can remember those that would get so frustrated because they could not see or understand Steven's motives from a business perspective, but he was a good Christian man every day of his life. His faith guided hum in all areas of his life. I learned very early that when he got an idea in his head he was going to do something he would do it. I learned when he had a problem with something I was doing I better listen...or else he'd set me straight one way or another.
Steven was the best sort of person Authentic, Caring, Thoughtful and Giving, but I liked him most because he liked stupid movies, and football.
What I will miss most is going through life without Steven to take about this life with. When I met Steven 9 years ago, we were both double income no kid types with our wives trying to talk us into having kids. My wife found it a little easier, I gave in and agreed to change diapers, both kinds. Somehow Steven got away with just the wet ones. Steven and
Michelle both came to Hospital the day my first was born. We still have the book you brought as a gift, Steven claimed to not know if was a good book or not, after all he said he hadn't read it.
I can remember how proud he was about Pierce. Everyday I saw him he could tell you exactly how many days were left until Pierce was born! When he got bored of counting the days he went to minutes.
He was fun, never boring. If you missed seeing him a couple days you feel like you had to spend 30 minutes getting caught up on the latest new thing. What a character.
Words cannot express the loss that I feel and I know you and your family are hurting. Know that you and Pierce and Payton are in my prayers everyday.
Remember I can do all things through him that gives me strength.
With much Love,
Jason, Stacey, Ethan and Eli
The VanHorn Family
May 6, 2009 at 11:26 PM