Beverly Artemyak was a woman of great faith and compassion, who, in her times of deepest sadness, reached out to help others. I had always hoped to someday meet her face to face. I will remember and continue to be inspired by her courage. God bless you, Beverly, and Rest in Peace.
With deep gratitude, Paul
Marietta, GA, 8/19/2010
It is with great sadness that I inform you all that a dear friend of mine (that has posted on this site) Beverly Artemyak has passed away on Aug 18 2010. Bev was a wonderful person despite having lost 2 sons. Rest in peace dear Bev
Tonawanda, NY, United States 8/19/2010
Anonymous
8/8/2010
8/8/2010
Tom - Your nephew, Sam, told me about your website, so I am visiting for the first time, and am finding it to be a place of solace. Thank you so much for sharing, and please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your precious daughter, wife and son; an unimaginable amount of loss.
My husband, Paul, died on January 11, 2010, from renal cell carcinoma, at the age of 52. Our lives are forever changed. I`m so thankful for 28 years of marriage and two wonderful sons, that are such special parts of Paul. I`m also so thankful for Sam, who has spent some time at our home in KC this summer. He`s been a true blessing and ray of sunshine.
Shawnee, KS, USA 7/26/2010
Caledonia, il, 7/24/2010
husband died 2 years ago on july 22 after a 5 year illness committed suicide and our family was ripped to shreds
rockford, IL, usa 7/17/2010
Hi Tom...I feel as if I`ve been swallowed up by life these past few months and haven`t been in contact. Just wanted you to know that I think of you guys often...and say Rory`s name out loud...as I do Trici`s and Erin`s. I have such good memories of Trici`s wonderful quick wit...and throwing the baby shower for her years ago. I haven`t forgotten and I never will.
Northfield, IL, USA 6/12/2010
Hello Tom and friends.....
It was good to see your post from the 26May Tom......memorial day is a hard time for many.....and graduation wow.....I belive that there are many people shouting with YOU about Rory......
The anniversary of my dads death was May 25th......19 yrs this year......my wedding anniversary was May 26......26yrs.....we have struggled along the way.....I think my emotions get all mixed up......grief.....joy.....blessings.......sorrow.....it gets confusing......
I have a grand baby now......Makayla Faith.....she was born 1/11/2009.....she was 2 1/2 lbs......she is one of our many miricles in our famly......I hope I will always be able to see the joy of this world in this beautiful childs eyes......
Recently I was able to keep up with a friends progress thru a carringbridge sight.......I was unable to walk that jouney with you and Rory.....I was too afraid......Now I have grown because of your sharing and can do it now.....thanks for being so open.....
Take care
Lisa Letsinger
6/9/2010
As the seasons of grief change, we continue to walk forward, step by step. We never forget where we`ve come, and the ache never really leaves, but the moments of joy and warm remembrance continue to provide solace. We walk forward, strengthened by the love in our hearts of those who have gone before, and strengthened by the gift of our living friends and family.
Tom, I visit these pages infrequently in this season of my grief. I no longer feel the drive to excavate and articulate my pain and sorrow. I will always be grateful for the opportunity you provided to those of us who posted several times a month, or several times a week, when we needed to do so.
A virtual community of frequent posters coalesced for a period of time. I am stronger for what I gained from each of you who wrote here, and who may continue, like me, to poke your head in from time to time. God bless each of you, and thank you for the gift you have been in my life.
In loving memory of Sharon,
Paul
Marietta, GA, 6/8/2010