THERE ARE MEN TOO GENTLE TO LIVE AMONG WOLVES  / Arline, Marla's Mom (POS)
 
Poem by James Kavanaugh
There are men too gentle to live among wolves
Who prey upon them with IBM eyes
And sell their hearts and guts for martinis at noon.

There are men too gentle for a savage world
Who dream instead of snow and children and Halloween
And wonder if the leaves will change their color soon.

There are men too gentle to live among wolves
Who anoint them for burial with greedy claws
And murder then for a merchant's profit and gain.

There are men too gentle for a corporate world
Who dream instead of candied apples and ferris wheels
And pause to hear the distant whistle of a train.

There are men too gentle to live among wolves.
Who devour them with eager appetite and search
For other men to prey upon and suck their childhood dry.

There are men too gentle for an accountant's world
Who dream instead of Easter eggs and fragrant grass
And search for beauty in the mystery of the sky.

There are men too gentle to live among wolves
Who toss them like a lost and wounded dove.
Such gentle men are lonely in a merchant's world.
Unless they have a gentle one to love.


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Second Memorial Date  / Arline Stumpff Marla's Mom
Thinking of you on your beloved son James' memorial date and wishing you as peaceful a day as possible, and fond memories among the tears. Close

POS / Charlotte Drescher (POS)
I am deeply sorry for your loss
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It can't be true  / Brion Webb (Cousin)

So a year has passed without my top dog, fishing buddy, golfing partner, cousin, or just best friend since the beginning. And to say its been hard would be an understatement. I am simply no longer myself without you, and our family has this gut wrenching void that will never again be filled. Grandma and Granddad’s house is seemingly empty at times, knowing that you’re not going to come around the corner and catch me in the arm with a charlie-horse that always hurt like hell. Or spar with granddad in the kitchen while grandma is trying to cook supper, and I laugh at you two as grandma tells you guys to "cut it out". Or messing with Hailey every time she came within an arms reach. I’m sure I could go on and on about instances like these, that at the time seemed so "little" and typical Michael. Much like I do all day every day in my head. But since you left us, these "little things" have become so valuable; they make me hurt so badly inside but at the same time keep me going. I guess I'm a typical Webb in the sense that I am one to keep my emotions bottled up, and though I don’t show them to the world, Michael, you know what I'm going through. Like Tabby said, I feel like this is all just a bad dream. I feel like I'm going to wake up one morning and you'll be calling on a sunny day talking trash about how you’re ready to go out and kick me and granddads butts on the golf course. Just as an end note, I want you to know that every positive step in my life will be made at least partially because of you. You have taught me how fragile life is and as a direct result my personal morals have been molded accordingly, those that will follow me for the rest of my life…and until we meet again Cuz.

Tabitha, Brion, Michael, Danielle, Elizabeth, and Hailey > Heaven Better watch out for the day all 6 of us are together again!!!

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Remembering them  / Lois Kern (Pos friend )
Just dropping by to say howdy!"  James, we are all remembering you and all our children here, the lonliness in our hearts aching each day.  I'm praying that you and the boys, are enjoying checking out all those wonderful fishing holes, that are bountiful there!"   

Send Mom some of those special angel kisses, She misses you so much and like all of us are left here in a state of confusion.  

May there be some special blessings to your family for the coming year.  Close

Peace / Caroline Morris (childhood friend )
I just recently heard this heart-breaking news, as someone was speaking of it in passing.  I moved away from Grayson County about six years ago, so I don't hear most of what's going on anymore.  I never heard the full story, and I don't know the details, but I am saddened for your loss.  It brings tears to my eyes to think of him...and whenever I think of him, I automatically revert back to the elementary school days.  The carefree days of fun and laughter.  This was when I knew him best.
I can't remember if we went to daycare together or not, I want to say that we did, but I am not sure...as it was a long time ago.  But I can remember kindergarten, and all of elementary school, with the adorable little Michael Simon. 
Although we hadn't talked that much since we were kids, he always had a smile and a hello whenever I saw him.
I am deeply saddened and sorry for your loss.  I know it's the hardest way to lose someone.  I lost my best friend in the same fashion, three and a half years ago, and there's not a day that goes by that I don't think about him.  Sometimes there's not an hour that goes by.  It will always tear me up inside.   We can never know one's last thoughts, or the pain that he was going through, but I know that he is now at peace.  He is watching down from above with a heart full of love, over you,  and all of his loved ones.  He was always a good soul. Close

Missing our Children  / Kathy Wainscott (POS)
I lit a candle tonight for you! I lost my daughter Amanda on May 21, 2006 and I know what a hard road you are going down! If only we knew what happaned in those last minutes of our childs life maybe we would understand a little better. I know how much I miss my daughter and love her and I know you feel the same way!
Hugs to you Terri!
Bless you, love, Kathy Close

Remembering Michael  / Carl Felton (Family Friend )
I vividly remember your smiling face on the day you and your mom came to visit Steve up here in Maryland. As I look at pictures I have of you and your mom, I see not only a loved one who has gone to rest, but also a loved one who will someday be joyfully reunited with those who hold a special place for you in their hearts. Close

R.I.P. / Stephen Felton (Family Friend )
You were a great guy Michael with a great family. Saying that you will be missed falls sadly short. You will forever be with me in my heart....Steve Close

To my Son's ANGEL FRIEND  / Marvin Hardin (Friend)
Michael, it is my Honor to sign your Guest Book. You are missed by many, But will never be forgotten. And always LOVED!!!!!!!! Send MOM lots of signs!!!!! Marvin Pop of Marvin Jr.(Marvo) Close

To Michael & his Mom  / Lois Kern (Friend on Pos )
"Dear Michael , Bless you that now your have found your peace, and know that your mom misses and loves you as each passing minute clicks on the clock.  Nothing can ever take your place, and in her heart, she feels the tremendous void left by your absence. May you and all our wonderful boys be sharing in the various acts of love and entertainment that God provides to you.  I know that Marvin has probably snag you already for a trip to the fishing hole. I hope and pray that Bryan has tagged along.  Send mom your angel hugs, and show your presence that your ok.  

Mom , you have built a wonderful site for  the honor of Michael, and I know that he is ever watchful of you and with you always in heart, mind and spirit.  

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