Brittney R. Grider, 16, of Springfield, died at 11:57 pm, Monday, June 6, 2011 at St. John’s Hospital. She was born July 3, 1994 in Springfield to Terry Grider and Darcie Peddycoart.
She is survived by her mother Darcie Peddycoart of Springfield; father, Terry Grider of Springfield; three sisters, Alyssa and Marley Harford and Molly Grider all of Springfield; one brother, Dallton Grider of Springfield; Maternal Grandparents, Margaret “Maggie” (Pehr) Markusson of Springfield and Dave Peddycoart of Springfield; Paternal Grandparents, Kathryn (Tommy) Boastick of Springfield and Michael (Maryellen) Grider of Mechanicsburg and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Brittney loved her family and spending time with her friends. She loved all animals including fish and turtles. She lived every day to the fullest and did not want to waste a minute! Brittney was loved and cherished by all and will be deeply and sadly missed forever.
Visitation: 4-7 pm, Friday, June 10, 2011 at Staab Funeral Home with a prayer service at 4 p.m.
Funeral Mass: 11 am, Saturday, June 11, 2011 at St. Patrick’s Church with Fr. Peter Harman officiating.
Memorial Contributions may be made to APL.
Staab Funeral Home - Springfield
Time: 11:00 am
Blessed Sacrament Church
Address:
1725 South Walnut Street, Springfield, IL, 62704mommy posted on 6/6/15
My Brittney, Its been 4 yrs today since I last saw your sweet face and I miss you terribly! Every morning i wake up and cry...i wish i had another chance to do better for you and id give anything to kiss and hug you. Alyssa is going through a tough time and marley misses you bad too and so does your papa.. I love you with all my heart and I miss you every day.
mommy posted on 6/6/15
My Brittney, Its been 4 yrs today since I last saw your sweet face and I miss you terribly! Every morning i wake up and cry...i wish i had another chance to do better for you and id give anything to kiss and hug you. Alyssa is going through a tough time and marley misses you bad too and so does your papa.. I love you with all my heart and I miss you every day.
mommy posted on 5/8/14
Brittney my love, its coming up on 3 years that you have been gone from me. I still cant believe your not here. I miss you every single morning I wake up, all through my day, and at night when your not here for me to kiss goodnight. I give Marley your kisses. She is getting so big and I swear she has your smile and it makes me sad. Alyssa misses her big sissy, even tho you guys fought all the time, she could really use you right now in high school. Everyone is doing "ok". I know ur papa has just been heartbroken ever since that night and gma too, but we are trying. I always told you I don't know what I would do if I ever lost you and its true. I wanted to just grab ur cheeks and kiss you and hug you or just have you call me the other night... but then I realize it cant happen. that's the hardest part. I love you so so much, and I try to be strong but mommy is just broken. I love you britt and I always will. you are the love of my life!
krystal crouch posted on 1/6/14
Brittney, I am thinking of you strongly tonight as I lay im bed wondering why my best friend is no longer here. I miss you so much Brittney I cannot stop crying , I just cannot come to the facts that you are truly gone I just don't understand why you are not here o don't know why you have been taken. I just want you back you were the best friend any girl could ever ask for. We were sisters from the first time we layed eyes on each other in 2nd grade at laketown elementary school. I remember when we use to skate in my basement lol. We had so much fun together. I will never forget you ever . I hope you are SPOILING my child in heaven , his or her name is emery ray dale. I am sure you spend every moment with him or her knowing you have a piece of me up there with you. My daughter madalynn would love you so much she would probably think we look just alike. She is a year old , almost 13 months old. Madalynn can say all types of words & walk. You would get a kick out of her, she has our attitude. I say mommy says no and she tells me no ma. I say her name & she says what ?? Lol she talks to her play phone and says hello with attitude. Haha you would spoil the crap out of her Britt brat. Its nights like these were I just break down & have noone to talk to , so I come here & write hoping you cab read everything I write. Me & mom always talk about all of the fun memories we have had with you. Booker passed away shortly after you did, ozzys not far from going to heaven either. I am sure they are having so much fun with you. Booker is barrier in the back yard. When I go back there sometimes I can feel your presence. I am just so heartbroken & wish you would just come back to us! I love you so much Brittney Rayne . You were my best friend for life & that will never change and never has. Love , Krystal.
Megan peddycoart posted on 7/4/13
Happy 19th birthday. I miss you more than i could ever say. Im hope you are waiting for us because we are so ready to hear your laugh again. Will never forget the night u were born. Ur mommy and gma maggie left in the middle of the night abd i was asleep. Oh but Britty i was sooo excited in the morning. And that whole first summer we spent together while ur mommy had to work! I held u when ur belly button fell off! Oh how embarrasses u were when i would tell ur friends that story. I miss u with all ny heart. U are my angel. Love aunt megan
Darcie posted on 6/2/13
hey britty, it's mommie, im sitting here crying as usual. it's almost been 2 years since you were taken from me and i find myself going crazy somedays without you here. this was not supposed to happen to my little brittney. alyssa and marley moo miss you sooo much and i hate that they are getting older without you. whenever marley sees and angel anywhere she says " thats my sissy brittney!". i love you with all my heart and soul and nothing or no one is the same with out you. your papa misses you terrible too! i will talk to you again soon. love your mommie
Megan Peddycoart posted on 6/1/13
Sweet girl! Its Addisyns bday. You were here for her birth. Picturez w/u and addi. We love u so bad. Me, ur momma, uncle David. Aunt Steph, we wish u was here. We love u always
Megan posted on 5/12/13
My sweet girl. I miss u more than words can say. I will always love you.
Krystal Crouch posted on 3/30/13
hey britt brat , i miss you so much .. ive been so strong these past couple years not trying to cry.. was reading moms comment and broke down... you were my first best friend and noone could ever replace that.. wish you were here to meet my daughter she will be 4 months old april tenth and her name is madalynn rayanne dale..she would of loved you.. i miss you more than words could explain </3
Darcie posted on 3/24/13
Hey itty bitty britty! it's your mommie. Just wanted you to know that i think of you everyday. Every morning when i wake up i cry because i dont know why you are not here with me. i miss you terrible and i love you so so much. But i know that as each day goes by i am one day closer to you and i hope you will be waiting. we have a LOT of kissin, huggin, and shopping to do!!! I LOVE YOU FOREVER
Aunt Megan posted on 3/23/13
Miss you so much Britt. We all love u sooo much.
kathy boastick posted on 12/26/12
Merry Christmas Britt, We love and miss you so very much this time of year. Your Dad, DAllton, Molly, and Aunt Deb were here to eat with us today. Your Dad is living here, and is doing better, but he really misses your smiles, laugh, and beautiful face, as we all do . Your Mom is doing better also . They both have good days and bad days, as they miss you so much. We took you some Christmas flowers , an cleaned up the area. But the BUNNY had to go. Just wanted you to know how much you are loved an missed everyday, And how our hearts broke the day God called you home, to become our GUARDIAN ANGEL. For he only takes the best, and you were the best he took that day. Forever in our hearts, We love and miss you, Britty, forever an always. Love you, Gramma u$w6
stephanie caillier posted on 9/5/12
Rest In Peace Britt! Everyone loves & misses you.. It's so crazy how god picked you to be a gorgeous guardian angel!
kathy boastick posted on 8/22/12
HI BRITT JUST WANTED TO TELL YOU I MISS AN LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH YOUR DAD HAD A BAD DAY ON HIS BIRTHDAY HE KEPT WAITING FOR U TO CALL BUT HE TALKS TO YOU ALL THE TIME LIKE I DO YOUR MOM IS DOING BETTER AND SHE ALSO TALKS TO YOU EVERYDAY. AUNT DEB IS HERE TAKING CARE OF ME I HAD A TOTAL SHOULDER REPAIR NOT FUN I WANT YOU TO KNOW HOW VERY MUCH WE LOVE AN MISS YOU A DAY DOESNT GO BY THAT I DONT THINK OF YOU WHEN I HEAR A SONG OR I LOOK AT YOR PICTURE FOREVER YOUNG AND LOVED AN MISSED EVERY DAY LOVE YOU BABYGIRL
Krystal Crouch posted on 8/5/12
Hey Britt , it's been extremely long since I have talked to you . Wish you were here to meet my daughter , she comes to earth December 9th. I am so excited , she's already so beautiful ♥ . I miss you so much , I know you're up in heaven watching my little one with Jesus . Take good care of my baby girl/boy. See you at the golden gates when it's my time. I love you very much ♥..
Megan posted on 7/28/12
Hi britty, its aunt megan. I miss you so much my love. It has been over a year since I have seen your beutiful face, heard your laugh, felt your warm hugs, but I love you still. Lilly misses you so bad and I swear Roric talks to you at night. We all love you sooo much and will never stop thinking of you. I will See you again my angel. I hope u are flying though this world in spirit as you always did in life. We will love you forever and always. And I cherish every moment I had with you.
kathy boastick posted on 6/21/12
Hi Britt you have been gone 1 yr an 15 days and we miss you just as much today as when we had two tell you gd by and in 11 days you will be 18 i wont be home to tell you happy birthday so im doing it now baby girl I LOVE YOU AN MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH but i know you are in a better place an exploring to your hearts content you are with family also that help you from getting lost always remember that we will always love and think of you every day you were a gift on loan from Jesus and for that we can thank him for letting all of us love, cherish, an honer you now and forever that doesnt take the pain away of never seeing you or hearing your laughter seeing your beautiful face an smile FOREVER LOVED AND MISSED Gramma Kathy
Kaylie posted on 5/11/12
Hey Britt, I hope you can read this. Everyone misses you to pieces. Hope your having the time of your life up there babygirl. You were so beautiful and now your the brightest star in the sky, i know your up there looking down on us. Please, be our beautiful gaurdian angel. I only met you twice but when we were together it seemed like we knew eachother forever. Your family shouldn't of had to go through any of this crazyness. Atleast now we know your in a safe place and god will keep you safe. <3 Miss you SOOOOO much, kisses & hugs babygirl. RIP Kween B. <333333333333333 NEVER EVER forgotten. see you soon someday britt bratt.
Krystal mashell Crouch posted on 4/14/12
I miss you so much Britt-Brat you have no idea, I know you're up there watching my baby boy/girl, words will never honestly describe how much I miss you love ♥ Take care of Booker and my Angel, I know you will and I know you have been, I wish there was a way I could bring you back but I can't if I could I would I promise love, you were the best friend that anyone could ever ask for. You were there for me through thick and thin, as I was there for you through thick and thin. I will never forget that day when we were skating in my basement when we were 7 years old, remember those white and purple skates that you loved so much? Sometimes I wish I still had them as memories to cherish forever, but in my heart I know that even when I take my last breath I will never forget anything we have been through. Remember your favorite bracelet that you gave Kassie Freshman year, you said here in-case anything bad ever happens to me you guys will never forget me, and for that I am beyond grateful to have something of yours for the rest of my life, I love you so much best friend, I promise I will never ever forget you. Sometimes I think I hear your voice, sometimes I even forget your gone, it's extremely hard, but I will get through this, Love Krystal ♥
kathy n tom boastick posted on 12/26/11
MERRY CHRISTMAS BRITTY PaPa n I took you a wreath and tree with your purple ornaments on them. It's been a hard day for us and everyone else that loves you so very much. We were wishing you would come thru the door with a big smile, but it was just missing you so much and how you love christmas. aunt deb n ashlee are here with us and uncle steve stopped by also. grt grma jo n grt grd pa said to tell you merry christmas also. Well BABY GIRL it is time for me to tell you again MERRY CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN . I KNOW YOU ARE SAFE WITH JESUS WE LOVE AND MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH ON THIS DAY BRITTY YOU ARE OUR ANGEL IN HEAVEN WHO IS WATCHING OVER ALL OF US LOVE AN MISS YOU GRDMA N PAPA
Dad and Misty posted on 12/25/11
MERRY CHRISTMAS BABY GIRL!!!! WE LOVE AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH. I HOPE YOU ARE HAVING A GOOD CHRISTMAS WITH GOD. TRY NOT TO PARTY TO MUCH ON NEW YEARS!!! I WISH YOU COULD BE HERE WITH US. CHRISTMAS IS HARD WITHOUT YOU, BUT I KNOW YOU ARE IN A GOOD PLACE. I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN ONE DAY. WE LOVE YOU. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!
Krystal posted on 9/26/11
wow britt bratt .. its all still so unbelievable for me to qrasp .. i miss yuu like crazy . yuu were my bestfriend since tha 2nd qrade .. my first best friend ever in my whole entire life actually , ever since yuu have passed thinqs have been entirely wayy different for me . today while me &' levi were sittinq outside tryiinq to find somethinq to do , someone to hanq out w// &' i honestly almost said call brittney &' see what shes doinq . ever since then i have been havinq a bad day /: , i miss yuu so much babyqirl .. i remember yuur 9th or maybe even 10th birthday , me &' maddie cleaned yuur room for yuur birthday because neither of us brouqht a qift because we couldnt afford it , i remember that year i was so depressed because yuu couldnt stay at my house a week later on my birthday because yuu had qot in trouble . we have so many memories i hope i never forqet any of them ever . i love yuu so much brittney , ill see yuu aqain someday , still have many years ahead of me before i qet to , but we will be able to hanq out aqain someday , i promise britt bratt , </3 .
Kasy Aguilar posted on 9/6/11
i miss you rest in paradise babygirl </3
Kasy Aguilar posted on 9/6/11
dear brittney , its been such a long time since i heard from you . i miss you so much , everydayy is really hard knowing your gone . your my bestfriend and my ride or die ! i love and miss you so much words cant even explain britt . everything i do something ALWAYS reminds me of you and all of the crazy times we shared . i remember when we walked in the blizzard to your moms and had to shovle her car out of the driveway lol . and krystal lost her license . we tried sledding down the street in the sled we brought with us lmao and we faild we moved like two inches and thats about it . haha . and when we walked to 7brothers and the arabs were trying to get our numberr and holla at us lol them arabs were our favorites . life just aint the same without you . i really do miss you , i ache to hear your voice and see you again its so tough . i just hope i see you soon cause everythings so different now that your gone .
kathy boastick posted on 7/3/11
Britt, today is your 17th birthday, an we love an miss you so very much. We wont be seeing your beautiful face, or smile, your laughter, til we see you again in heaven. Your time on earth was up an God opened his arms to recieve you, to keep you safe for us. He only takes the best to be angels, thats why he took you from us. Now you and Laura Jo are our special angels to watch over everyone who loves you both dearly, now and forever. HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABY GIRL Love you always and forever, Granma an Papa
terry posted on 7/3/11
DEAR MY BABY GIRL, HYPNOTIC TUNES PLAY WHEN I HEAR terry. YOU WHERE WAY TO YOUNG TO DIE, AND I MISS YOU MORE EVERYDAY. ILL MISS YOU FOREVER LIKE YOU WERE HERE YESTERDAY. MY MEMORY OF YOU WILL NEVER FADE, ESPECIALLY TODAY ON YOUR 17TH BIRTHDAY. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU BRITTNEY RAYNE 4EVER HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! LOVE DAD
Maggie Markusson posted on 6/21/11
Hey Little Britty, Grandma found you! I am not so good on this PC (as u kno) but your good momma helped me find this page. I always found you when you called me for a ride home didn't I? Any time of the night you knew I would help you and what ever friend was with you. mostly you were by yourself though ---telling me what street.and how many houses from the corner---.I would be there as soon as I found my keys---even in my nightgown. . we were looking for you the last night and u knew we needed u to come home. However u were just out of our reach that time and jesus and the angels found u first. Grandma talks to u every day and night and will always love u so much. I will never be afraid to die now because I will want to see u again so very badly. Grandma Maggie. .
terry grider posted on 6/19/11
BRITTNEY, I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH. YOU WERE TAKEN FROM MY LIFE TO SOON. THERE WERE SO MANY THINGS I WANTED TO DO WITH YOU. SO MANY THINGS I WANTED TO SAY TO YOU. YOU WERE SO FULL OF LIFE. ALWAYS ON THE GO. YOU WERE ALWAYS SMILING. YOU HAD SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SMILE. I MISS IT SO MUCH. I MISS YOU COMING OVER AND SITTING WITH ME AROUND THE FIRE. I MISS YOU COMING OVER JUST TO TELL ME ABOUT YOUR DAY. I WILL NEVER GET TO HEAR YOUR VOICE AGAIN. I WILL NEVER GET ANOTHER TEXT FROM YOU ASKING IF YOU CAN HAVE SOME MONEY. IM GONNA MISS THAT. I KNOW YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE. I KNOW YOUR WATCHING OVER ME. I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART AND SOUL. I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN ONE DAY, UNTIL THEN RUN FREE AND EXPLORE HEAVEN. I LOVE YOU SO SO MUCH. YOUR MY GUARDIAN ANGEL NOW. I LOVE YOU BABY GIRL!!!! LOVE DAD
amna posted on 6/18/11
soooo britt + me were gona sleep outside in a tent -we were having a sleep over at my gramas- we were in our sleeping bags talking softly when sudenly there was this sound outside!!! soo we look out + its only the dog tutsy so we get back under the sleeping bags and r about to fall asleep when we see this big shadow outside and we hear scary noises... im all like "brittney brittney brittney!!!" and shes like OMG!!!!!!!!! and then........ nothing..... so britt was gona sneek out 1 side of the tent + i was gona sneek out the othere side....................... it was dead silence....... we were holding our breath about to jump out when "AGHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!" someone comes yelling and we FRECK!!!!!!!!! SO THEN WERE SCREAMING AND HITING ANG KICKING AND RUNING BACK INTO THE HOUSE..... and thats when grampa comes loughing through the back door!!! he was soooooo happy w/himself!!!! OMG!!! then britt + me yell at him asking how could he scare us like that??? and then saying that wed get him back 4 it which only made him lough HARDER!!!!!!!! yah i miss u britt.... but im trying to only rememmber the good times and not be sad that there over but be happy they hapend.... id be a very selfish person by saying i want u back..... cuz ur in hevan + why would i want u to come back to the hard life u lived.... u made a couple of bad choises..... i would have too..... but now ur w/god...... so even if its hard.... im happy 4 you.... loving you always and forever... Amy
amna posted on 6/18/11
soooo britt + me were gona sleep outside in a tent -we were having a sleep over at my gramas- we were in our sleeping bags talking softly when sudenly there was this sound outside!!! soo we look out + its only the dog tutsy so we get back under the sleeping bags and r about to fall asleep when we see this big shadow outside and we hear scary noises... im all like "brittney brittney brittney!!!" and shes like OMG!!!!!!!!! and then........ nothing..... so britt was gona sneek out 1 side of the tent + i was gona sneek out the othere side....................... it was dead silence....... we were holding our breath about to jump out when "AGHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!" someone comes yelling and we FRECK!!!!!!!!! SO THEN WERE SCREAMING AND HITING ANG KICKING AND RUNING BACK INTO THE HOUSE..... and thats when grampa comes loughing through the back door!!! he was soooooo happy w/himself!!!! OMG!!! then britt + me yell at him asking how could he scare us like that??? and then saying that wed get him back 4 it which only made him lough HARDER!!!!!!!! yah i miss u britt.... but im trying to only rememmber the good times and not be sad that there over but be happy they hapend.... id be a very selfish person by saying i want u back..... cuz ur in hevan + why would i want u to come back to the hard life u lived.... u made a couple of bad choises..... i would have too..... but now ur w/god...... so even if its hard.... im happy 4 you.... loving you always and forever... Amy
unkown posted on 6/18/11
i dont know you ,,but only from the wonderful stuff i here from my bestfriend about you,,she really loves you and she never gave up on you,,,your part of her,,i feel so sad and i cryed so much like ur one of my bestfriend,,your going to be miss and my bestfriend if you see this im here for you if you ever wana talk ,,, An Angle is gona be missed & An Angle is waiting to see you,,,,,
Jenny Taylor posted on 6/12/11
Britt it breaks my heart that I will never see your beautiful face again. I couldn't believe I was looking at you so quiet and still.You were my first niece and so precious to me and all of us.You were everybody's baby girl.I loved helping your mom watch over you and seeing you grow up.I am so grateful that I was part of your life and for the time we had.I know you were a happy person and truly loved life.You were a bright, caring young woman full of energy with a perfect smile.You were a great babysitter for me.Kody and Dalaney loved you and thought of you like a big sister and you were a friend to them as you were to so many.You were never alone and never will be.You always had people to see and places to go.I remember the nights that your mom, grandma Maggie and Pappa worried where you were and why you didn't just come home.There was so much more for you to do on this earth.I love you and miss you, but know you are still right here and that you have finally found your way home now
kathy boastick posted on 6/11/11
Britt I wasnt ready to give u up like this, u had ur whole life ahead of u. So much to see an do. You wanted to go with me so u could see Lake Erie n Mi., go to New York to Ground Zero an George Washington Bridge. Then u didn't care as long as there was something to see, so u could take pictures to share with Mom an everyone. We would of had a blast. Today we had to say goodby for the last time. It was so hard on all who loved u, especially Mom n Dad. But ,we know we will see again when each of us goes up the stairs to the pearl gates, as u will be there to greet us. Our lives will go on, but a big piece of our hearts will be with you, OUR ANGEL IN HEAVEN. God will hold an keep you in his arms (if you let him). Knowing you as I do, you will be ready to go exploring. And noone will be able to stop you, cause you won't want to waste one minute. Make sure you take Grt Grandma n Grandpa, n Grt Papa Sonny with you, so they can show you the way back.. I love you so very much an always will. You will forever be in my heart, Love And Miss You Britty Granma Kathy
Bob and Lou Todd posted on 6/11/11
Awww, Brittney. I'm sorry you went away so young. Bob and I have known you since you were just little and, although we didn't see you often, you always had a big smile for us. Didn't you know we ALL wanted to see the beautiful girl that you were turn into the beautiful woman you would have been? But, some things are not to be. You touched our lives and we are grateful for that. I'm really glad I got to see you at Stephanie's baby shower. Many people will miss you so much. Darcie and family, our hearts are broken for you. I'm sorry that we couldn't attend the service, but we will see you soon. God bless you all and comfort you. Remember, He stores your tears and He sees your pain, and He will be the One to get you through this.
Jack,Paula,Chris & family, & Derek Conrad posted on 6/11/11
We are all sorry for your loss of Brittney. God has chosen her as a special angel.
GAIL WILSON posted on 6/11/11
TERRY, DARCIE, KATHY, TOM YOU HAVE MY DEAEPEST SYMPHANY FOR THE LOSS BRITTNEY. I KNOW SHE WILL BE SADDLY MISSED BY ALL!! IF YOU GUYS NEED ANYTHING JUST LET ME KNOW. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHT WILL BE WITH YOU GUYS . GAIL AND JERRY WILSON
Deb and Ashlee posted on 6/10/11
We will miss you! Now you are an angel and can keep an eye on your family and dear friends.. love you! aunt Deb and Ashlee
Taylor "TJ" Jones posted on 6/10/11
It seems just like yesterday that I saw you, even though its been years. I still can't get myself to believe that you are gone. I still remember the last time we talked, you said you was going to come over for my birthday, but on my birthday, I found out you had passed. I know you're in heaven now looking down. I know one day we will see each other again. I love you Britt! <3
Gregg and Tammy Hinds posted on 6/10/11
We are saddened by your loss. Our prayers will be with your family for all of the days ahead. Maggie, I hope our conversation helped your heart.
Jodi Smith posted on 6/10/11
I was so saddened to read of the passing of Brittney. Losing a child is the hardest thing to endure. We lost our youngest son, Garrett, May of last year. May the love of family and friends and the Grace of God help you face each day. You will be in my prayers.
Iloveeyouuubabbygirrll posted on 6/9/11
Iloveyou Babygril you will be very much missed </3
Hailey Derry posted on 6/9/11
Brittney Rayne .. girll , you remeber when we was up at the mall . bout to boxx some girls ? member our lil gang ? tfF < - ( tha fiieldsz fiinestz ; ] you gave us the namee & picked out the colors . pink , black , n white . we was gana go n get shirts madee . them were the days huh babygirl ? member going out back for amandas appartments , n the woods n jus chillin ' n blowin bckk . member the night we walked to sonic . & we had to go in the woods in order to walk back to amandas . but we couldnt remeber which was it wass ? lmaoo ! i was scared of the darkk & didnt wana go , so yu went ahead & jus went in and finnaallly found amandas & then you went bck thru the woods to findd me n bring me bckk . lmao ! i miss you so much girl . so many good memories . and bad . we didnt end on a good note . & im sorry . i love you Brittney Rayne Grider . i dont know why this had to happen too you . its unbelieveable . i never thought id hear your name , saying your gone . lifes not fair , & lifes too short . i wrote you a little poem . - you were taken so quick . nobody but god knows why . you were gone so fast . gone in a blink of an eye . it hurts us the most that we didnt get to say goodbye . but when we look up , at the stars at night . we see yours , 'fore it shines so bright . - i love you Brittney . Rest In Peace . God needed a angle . & He took the best one . <3
Eaton Family posted on 6/9/11
You do no know us but our hearts are breaking for you! We are so very sorry for your loss. I as a mother of twin 1 yr olds can not imagine the pain you are going through. She was BEUTIFUL, KEEP YOUR MEMORIES CLOSE TO YOUR HEART..God Bless
George and Tara Lambert posted on 6/9/11
Mickey, Maryellen, and Family: We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Darcie posted on 6/9/11
hey baby girl, its mommie. i miss you soooo much it hurts my soul. i dont know how im going to live without you. you are the greatest love of my life and my best friend! I know you were probably scared and i wish that i was with you. i was with you at the hospital and gave you lots of kisses! i will love you with all my heart forever and i will not be whole again until i see you in heaven. i hope and pray that you are in good hands with granpa carl and grandma mary, they will love you and keep you safe. grandma maggie and your papa miss you so do your sissies. i will make sure marley never forgets what a wonderful girl you were.. i love you, i love you, i love you forever and always - momma
TOM&KATHY BOASTICK posted on 6/9/11
WE LOVED YOU FROM THE MOMENT YOU WERE BORN. AND AS WE WATCHED YOU GROW UP INTO A BEAUTIFUL YOUNG LADY, OUR LOVE FOR YOU GREW EVERY DAY. WE REMEMBER YOUR 1ST EASTER AN HOW YOU WOULDN'T GET OFF PAPA'S LAP TO GO FIND YOUR EGGS. HE HAD TO CARRY YOU AN HELP YOU FIND THEM. HOW YOU SQUELLED WHEN YOU GOT ONE, AN HOW YOU TRIED TO FEED THEM TO PAPA WITH THE SHELLS ON. THEN YOU GOT INTO RIDING THE QUAD RUNNERS WITH YOUR DAD AND PAPA TIL YOU WERE BIG ENOUGH TO SHIFT IT YOURSELF. AND THE GOCART THAT YOU RAN INTO THE CORN FIELD ALOT AND UP THE TREE. THEN THE DIRT BIKE. YOU WOULD RIDE TIL IT WAS DARK OR YOU GOT HUNGRY. YOU AN YOUR DAD WOULD RIDE TOGOTHER FOR HOURS. SOMETIMES YOU TWO LET PAPA GO. HOW YOU LOVED MY GARDEN CAUSE YOU AN MOLLY HAD CHERRY TOMS PLANTED AN COULDNT WAIT FOR THEM TO RIPEN. YOU WILL BE FOREVER LOVED AND MISSED DEARLY. ALL OUR LOVE PAPA AND GRANMA
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Nichole posted on 6/27/16
I miss you so bad words can't explain. My life will never be the same without you