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(BlueOval) I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Your wife is a beautiful woman, and she was taken from you and this world, far too young. You have my deepest condolences...
Wow man..dont even know what to say or how to say i'm sooo sorry for your loss...Keep your head up and stay strong holmes!!...
Heart braking news. I would be lost without my Wife. Keep your strength for those kids. I lost my Mom 2006 Aug 8th. She fought hard and that about drove me insane. Hang in there.
So sorry to hear of your loss. She is in a much better place now. Hang in there and let us know what you need.
Sorry to hear about your wife. I have a wife around the same age and it makes you stop think how short life can be. God bless you and your family
sorry for your loss. Not much I can say but eyes are very watery just thinking about it. Prayers will be with you and your family.
I finally worked up the nerve to post. I met Gretchen when I was 20 years old. I'm 32 now. We worked together. I spoke to Gretchen nearly every day for about 8 years. I can honestly say that she is one of the sweetest most genuine people I've ever known. She was my only real friend in our industry. She looked out for my family and for our business. She always made sure we got paid on time. Gretchen played a role in me being able to work and feed my kids and even build my cars. Truly an amazing person. So dedicated to her job and to her family. James, she loved you guys so much. I never saw her as happy as the day she told me you guys were getting married. Our industry was stressfull quite often. But that smile of hers made it better. She always had time to smile. And always had time to talk about her family. I have no more words. This has been really hard to grasp. James, my heart goes out to you and your family. You have my number. You know where I live. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything. -Eryk
We're sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care of yourself and the children. David and Alice
Im very sorry for you.. I lost my wife 9 years ago to cancer ,all I can tell you is do a day at a time the best you can. Time wont heal it but it will make it bearable . I now have bladder cancer and the only bright spot is hopefully I will see my wife again. Take care and your in my thoughts..
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