Dear Dylan,
Lance (my husband) and I only knew your mother for a few months, but in many ways, she symbolizes the best traits of our wonderful church family (Integrity Church). She was one of the first people to introduce herself to us when we moved to Greenville and started coming to Integrity, and she was the first person to hug me, which was something I desperately needed. Love was engraved on every fiber of her being, and she touched our hearts from simply meeting us, and sharing her sparkling smile. I did a women's book study with your mom, and every time she mentioned you (which was very often!), she beamed with joy. It was obvious that having you as her son was her greatest blessing, and she honored that blessing by being constantly grateful that she got to share her life with you. I hope that if I'm a mother one day, others will see me have a love for my children like your mother had for you. In her heart, you were second only to her love for Christ, and there is no better model of an amazing mother and woman of God. I know that God has great things in store for your life. You are in my prayers, and I am so grateful that I got to meet your mother.
Emily Bollinger
Thursday, April 28
From Sarah Menck
Dear Dylan,
Do you remember that day we spent in Seattle together? We went to a 3-D movie and to the top of the space needle. I remember that your Mom wanted flowers from Pike Place Market, and of course she had to get some shoppin' in before the day was done. :) That was such a fun day, and it's one of the happiest memories I have of your sweet Mom. I miss her a lot, and I bet you miss her even more. Do you know what she used to tell me, when I was sad or upset about something? She would say, "Sarah, God is sovereign, and you've just got to trust His plan for your life!" So that's what I think about now, when I get sad that your Mama had to leave us so soon. She isn't really gone, though, is she? She's looking down from Heaven and I'll bet she's giving you sugar all the time, even though you can't really feel it. Sugar for her Sweet Peach.
I love you so much, Dylan.
Love and hugs, Auntie Sarah
At the Pike Place Market:
At the Seattle Space Needle:
More often, Tonya was behind the camera. These are pictures I cherish that she took:
Do you remember that day we spent in Seattle together? We went to a 3-D movie and to the top of the space needle. I remember that your Mom wanted flowers from Pike Place Market, and of course she had to get some shoppin' in before the day was done. :) That was such a fun day, and it's one of the happiest memories I have of your sweet Mom. I miss her a lot, and I bet you miss her even more. Do you know what she used to tell me, when I was sad or upset about something? She would say, "Sarah, God is sovereign, and you've just got to trust His plan for your life!" So that's what I think about now, when I get sad that your Mama had to leave us so soon. She isn't really gone, though, is she? She's looking down from Heaven and I'll bet she's giving you sugar all the time, even though you can't really feel it. Sugar for her Sweet Peach.
I love you so much, Dylan.
Love and hugs, Auntie Sarah
At the Pike Place Market:
At the Seattle Space Needle:
More often, Tonya was behind the camera. These are pictures I cherish that she took:
From Tess Powell
Dear Dylan,
I have known you and your mom for many years. While I only got to see you a couple of times a year I have been able to keep in touch through your Aunt Beth, Uncle Jason and cousin Adele. Your mom was always fun to be around, had a wonderful smile, laugh, and funny comments. Your mom was an amazing photographer. She recently took pictures of our family and did a beautiful job. I loved spending that time with her that day. Below is a photo I took of the two of you at the beach when you were 4 or 5. I love how tenderly you are looking at each other. I love how much she loved the beach and took you there many times. She loved you so much. She took time to do some special things with you. Special trips to New York, Washington DC and Washington State. My absolute favorite tradition the 2 of you had was creating her special pandora bracelet. I love how you picked out ones that had special meaning for the things that reminded you of your mom. She cherished that bracelet because each bead represented something you picked out especially for her. Every time I think about those memories my heart is warmed. Your mom was a very special lady who loved the Lord and loved you.
Tess Powell
I have known you and your mom for many years. While I only got to see you a couple of times a year I have been able to keep in touch through your Aunt Beth, Uncle Jason and cousin Adele. Your mom was always fun to be around, had a wonderful smile, laugh, and funny comments. Your mom was an amazing photographer. She recently took pictures of our family and did a beautiful job. I loved spending that time with her that day. Below is a photo I took of the two of you at the beach when you were 4 or 5. I love how tenderly you are looking at each other. I love how much she loved the beach and took you there many times. She loved you so much. She took time to do some special things with you. Special trips to New York, Washington DC and Washington State. My absolute favorite tradition the 2 of you had was creating her special pandora bracelet. I love how you picked out ones that had special meaning for the things that reminded you of your mom. She cherished that bracelet because each bead represented something you picked out especially for her. Every time I think about those memories my heart is warmed. Your mom was a very special lady who loved the Lord and loved you.
Tess Powell
From Abby Whaley
Dylan,
You have a very special mother. When you think of your Mother, I hope you will always know that you can never "lose" your Mother. She will forever be a part of who you are, and she is not "lost". God chose her to be your Mother, and I can understand why. She has helped to make you the wonderful, special, loving person that you are. Know that she was so proud to be your Mom! I hope and pray that you will strive to serve others and Love others the way that Jesus Loves you....just like your Mom. She will live on in Heaven for eternity and in the hearts and memories of so many people. Hold on to your memories with her and cherish them. They are a gift that cannot be taken away. May the saddness fade, and the joy that she left, fill your heart and push you forward to all God has in store for you. What a gift you have that your Mother taught you about Jesus and through Him, you can see her again! I rejoice in that truth, as I am anxious to see her again as well. Even through this time of grief, God loves you unconditionally and will never leave you. Hold on to His promises.
Love,
Abby Whaley
You have a very special mother. When you think of your Mother, I hope you will always know that you can never "lose" your Mother. She will forever be a part of who you are, and she is not "lost". God chose her to be your Mother, and I can understand why. She has helped to make you the wonderful, special, loving person that you are. Know that she was so proud to be your Mom! I hope and pray that you will strive to serve others and Love others the way that Jesus Loves you....just like your Mom. She will live on in Heaven for eternity and in the hearts and memories of so many people. Hold on to your memories with her and cherish them. They are a gift that cannot be taken away. May the saddness fade, and the joy that she left, fill your heart and push you forward to all God has in store for you. What a gift you have that your Mother taught you about Jesus and through Him, you can see her again! I rejoice in that truth, as I am anxious to see her again as well. Even through this time of grief, God loves you unconditionally and will never leave you. Hold on to His promises.
Love,
Abby Whaley
From Jes Tugwell
Dylan,
I have met few Women in my life that compare to your Mother. The qualities that your Mother bestowed were precious & beautiful to me. She loved Jesus & served Him so well with her humble, servants heart. She loved You well by honoring Him in how she raised you, supported you, protected you, nurtured you. Your life will forever be changed by the unconditional love that she showed you. My prayer for you sweetheart, is that you will hold tight to her memory and that you will run fast and hard after the Lord all the days of your life. He is the ONLY one that can fill your empty heart. When you have days that you can't breathe because you miss her so much, I promise you I am here. I've been there & I know what it feels like. Your Mother's life has touched my heart so deeply and I am so grateful that I called her, my friend. Dylan never forget how special you are to The Tugwell Family. We love you so very much!
Love,
Ms. Jes
I have met few Women in my life that compare to your Mother. The qualities that your Mother bestowed were precious & beautiful to me. She loved Jesus & served Him so well with her humble, servants heart. She loved You well by honoring Him in how she raised you, supported you, protected you, nurtured you. Your life will forever be changed by the unconditional love that she showed you. My prayer for you sweetheart, is that you will hold tight to her memory and that you will run fast and hard after the Lord all the days of your life. He is the ONLY one that can fill your empty heart. When you have days that you can't breathe because you miss her so much, I promise you I am here. I've been there & I know what it feels like. Your Mother's life has touched my heart so deeply and I am so grateful that I called her, my friend. Dylan never forget how special you are to The Tugwell Family. We love you so very much!
Love,
Ms. Jes
From Jessie Ewell
Dear sweet Dylan,
Your mom was one of the first people I meet at Integrity Church. And I have to say that the one thing I remember most about her was her SMILE! When she smiled, you would automatically feel accepted and at ease. She definitely knew how to be a true friend and she had a heart full of love for others! I thank God that He allowed me to meet her, I have learned how to better serve others through your mother, and I am so grateful to her for that!
I also learned from your sweet mom, how to be a loving mother, when my time comes to have children. The way she lead you, loved you, taught you, and adored you; truly touched my heart! You were the love of her life and she constantly wanted to always be making your life better. The one thing I hope you never forget is that she loved YOU so much!
I know that through you she will never be forgotten. I am extremely sorry for your loss, Dylan. But, I know that God has you in His hands and that He loves you! I love you too, Dylan. And I will always be praying for you!
Jessie Ewell
Your mom was one of the first people I meet at Integrity Church. And I have to say that the one thing I remember most about her was her SMILE! When she smiled, you would automatically feel accepted and at ease. She definitely knew how to be a true friend and she had a heart full of love for others! I thank God that He allowed me to meet her, I have learned how to better serve others through your mother, and I am so grateful to her for that!
I also learned from your sweet mom, how to be a loving mother, when my time comes to have children. The way she lead you, loved you, taught you, and adored you; truly touched my heart! You were the love of her life and she constantly wanted to always be making your life better. The one thing I hope you never forget is that she loved YOU so much!
I know that through you she will never be forgotten. I am extremely sorry for your loss, Dylan. But, I know that God has you in His hands and that He loves you! I love you too, Dylan. And I will always be praying for you!
Jessie Ewell
Wednesday, April 27
From Jack Tye
Dear Dylan,
I'm very sorry you lost your mom she was a really sweet woman. And I am going to send you a lot of pictures to let you know I care about you. And I hope you like them.
Here they are:
Bowser Jr.:
Megamind:
Your Friend Jack Charles Tye
I'm very sorry you lost your mom she was a really sweet woman. And I am going to send you a lot of pictures to let you know I care about you. And I hope you like them.
Here they are:
Bowser Jr.:
Megamind:
Your Friend Jack Charles Tye
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