Anyways i just wanted to write to tell everyone in the group that i love you and again i am always here for you. I have been so quiet and confused lately and yet i dont know why. I always tell brooke about how think about steve and this guilt that i feel. Just think about this....Everyday we wake up we get to see our friends we get to fight with them we get to laugh with them we get to cry with them we get to smile with them. we get to be confused we get to be in love we get to be mad.....sometimes we all think that we hate our lifes b/c everything seems to be going wrong....which is how i feel alot...i think about how hard my life is and how i am always stuck in the middle of my parents and how i cry all the time b/c i think my mom hates me but then i cry even harder b/c i think about steve...and i think to myself "shut up Jill atleast you get to feel like this" atleast i get to go through the pain that life hands me.....i feel guilty when i think that i hate my life b/c some dont get the luxury of just life whether it is good or bad. So just a small "notetoself" love every minute of life that God allows you to live b/c atleast you get to live it.....

i love you all and i think of each of you everyday and how lucky i am to have you guys in my life there is nothing that i wouldnt do for you....

If Tomorrow Never Comes

If i knew it would be the last time that I'd see you fall asleep, I would tuck you in more tightly and pray the Lord, your soul to keep, if I knew it would be the last time that I see you walk out the door, I would give you a *hug and a *kiss and call you back for one more....

For surely there's always tomorrow to make up for an oversight, and we always get a second chance to make everything right. There will always be another day to say or "I love you's". And certainly there's another chance to say our "I am sorry too's"

But just in case I might be wrong, and today is all I get, I'd like to say how much I love you and I hope we never forget, Tomorrow is not promised to anyone, young or old alike, And today may be the last chance you get to hold your loved ones tight.

"I like big butts and I can not lie
You other brothers can't deny
That when a girl walks in with an itty bitty waist
And a round thing in your face
You get sprung
Wanna pull up tough
Cuz you notice that butt was stuffed" - Eric Rys (poetic geenyis)

When tomorrow starts without me
And I'm not there to see,
If the sun should rise and find your eyes
all filled with tears for me.

I wish so much you would't cry,
The way you did today,
While thinking of the many things,
We didn't get to say.

I know how much you love me,
As much as I love you,
And each time that you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too.

But when tomorrow starts without me,
Please try to understand,
That an angel came and called my name,
And took me by the hand.

And said my place was ready,
In heaven far above,
And that I'd have to leave behind
all those I dearly love.

But as I turned to walk away,
A tear fell from my eye.
For all my life, I'd always thought,
I didn't want to die.

I had so much to live for,
So much left yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible,
That I was leaving you.

I thought of all the yesterdays,
The good ones and the bad.
I thought of all the love we shared,
And all the fun we had.

If I could relive yesterday,
Just even for a while,
I'd say goodbye and kiss you,
And maybe see you smile.

But then I fully realized
That this could never be.
For emptiness and memories,
would take the place of me.

And when I thought of worldly things,
I might miss come tomorrow.
I thought of you and when I did,
my heart was filled with sorrow.

But when I walked through heaven's gates,
I felt so much at home.
Then God looked down and smiled at me,
from His great golden throne.

He said, "This is eternity,
And all I've promised you.
Today your life on earth is past,
But here life starts anew.

I promise no tomorrow,
but today will always last.
And since each day's the same way,
there's no longing for the past.

You have been so faithful,
so trusting, and so true.
Though there were times you did some
things, you knew you should't do.

But you have been forgiven,
And now at last you're free.
So won't you come and take my hand,
and share my life with me?"

So when tomorrow starts without me,
Don't think we're far apart,
For every time you think of me
I'm right here, in your heart.

Well i just wanted to tell you that i miss you and think of you everyday and everyday it gets harder and harder. Monday we went to your house and no one was home. We waited for you mom to come home and it just got me thinking about you and how if you were here with us you would have been there with us...and we wouldnt have had to wait for your mom. i go to your house more than ever now....i am scared for the day we stop going....i hope that never happens...but the lesson we all have learned is everything ends sometime right? Many people wonder why we go there so much...its not so much that we go there b/c we feel we have to...actually its not that at all...i think we all know we go there to come together and to silently comfort eachother and just to simply let eachother know that we are here together....i think this summer is gonna be just about as crazy as this school year has been....the best and the worst at the same time.....I dont know what i would do if i stopped going to your house...it keeps me strong to see your mom and dad and col....everyone has grown so close to them......i miss you so much steve. We were friends before but i feel now that we are so close.....i think about you all the time and how much has changed and how much i have changed. I mean i have changed for the better, everyone has really. I value friendships so much more...i have realized that i should value every second that i spend with my friends b/c who knows how long they will be here...i dont understand how i could have possibly learned all of these valuable lessons from something so sad and painful? No one understands how hard this is for the group....they wonder why we go to your house...why we are so close.....its sad that they dont understand...sometimes i wish that this could happen to them just so they could learn all that i, that we have learned....but i wouldnt want anyone to go through something like this....i love you steve...and i just want you to know that i will love you, miss you, think of you until we meet again amongst the stars.......
~yours until the gingersnaps~ always, Jill xoxo

"If i should disappear today yet continue to exist, a true friend would hear my silence, mourn my silence and anxiously anticipate my reappearance."

"You just reminded me of what is really important in life, friends, bestfriends"

"The way to love anything is to realize that one day it might be lost"

"If i know what true friendship is, its b/c of you"

"Love is too strong a word to say it too early, but it has too beautiful a meaning to say it too late"

"The people who you care about most in life are taken away much too soon"

"The night sky is your playground now....wait for me amongst the stars, behind the moon!"

You were my best friend,
A friend as pure as gold
My most favorite best friend,
If the whole truth be told.

Do you miss me?
Can you feel the pain in my heart?
I'd like to believe
We're not really apart.

I'm always playing music,
It always brings me to tears
If only we'd been together,
For a couple more years.

I love how you listened,
How we'd sing you and I.
As you now sing with angels,
Do you see how I cry?

Know that I miss you,
And I need you still
Even if you're in heaven,
Know that I always will.

I just wanted to let you know,
I'm down here below,
know you're looking down on me,
trying to help me see,
I miss you so bad,
Were all so sad,
But you helped us to grow strong,
and all along,
I will miss you good friend.

~*I believe in angels, that they're always hovering near....
Whispering encouragement, when clouds suddenly appear...
Protecting us from danger, and showing us the way...
Performing little miracles, within our lives each day...
Yes i believe in angels, and im sure you do too...
And im convinced that angels, are always watching over you.*~

I wish i could save everyone from falling, but theres only so much you can do. i try so hard to cheer people up or keep their minds off of losing you, but it only works to a certain point. they need to find the way to carry on. things should just be normal, but i know they will never be. all i ask is that you watch down and protect them, and i will do everything that i can.
i wish this isnt what i had to talk to you about but i guess it is inevitable. so well talk about good things.
me and pat and assortment of others have been playing cards with your folks and it is hilarious i love it so much. i never really looked forward to anything like it before and it is a hell of a time. your mom claims im too lucky to be playing with them, but shes just denying my skill. anyway i dont want to take up the whole web page, so ill write you again soon. we are makin the best of down here and i hope you are up there also. april 7 mojos, were playin your song man, see you there.

cant wait til the day -
fister

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Hey there. It has been a little over a month since you passed away. I wish I could do something for all the people that are hurting, but I know I can't. I miss you so much, even though I didn't know you all that well, or for that long. I just am trying to think of all the fun times we had together, like going to statesville prison w/ kate, julie, and kenny. Or the time you car broke down in front of my house 3 times. Or even the first day I met you, Loven, and Joe when you all came over, and you helped me get "Joe under control," Julie, Joe, and Loven all know what I mean by that one...LOL. Just this past Saturday, Julie and I almost got into an accident. We were both really scared and shaken up. We went out to lunch after that and just sat there and talked about you. I was so close to crying, but I didn't cry for Julie's sake. Julie and I also spent the night at your house that night. I guess you could say it was fun, but it was really weird. I love your sis...she is awesome. I don't know how she can be taking this so well. Maybe she is just hiding her feelings around us, b/c that's what I am doing. When we were there, I was just waiting for you to walk into the bonus room w/ a big smile on your face, but it didn't happen. One day Alex, Julie, Kate and I all went out and we egged mustangs. I know you would have dissaproved, but we did it anyway, just for you. Yesterday, while me julie and alex were going to pick up kate, we saw a teal mustang, and alex had a hissy fit. She gave me a heart attack. It was funny, I know you were looking down on us and laughing... especially when I lost money at your house from gambling later that night. Well, I don't know what to really say about this. I just sat here for the last hour reading all the great things people had to say about you. You touched so many people, and they should all consider themselves lucky. You were a really great guy, and I really miss you, so does Julie. The song dave wrote for you is beautiful...we are all trying to get it on the radio, and hopefully it will. To everyone: I am sorry, and I wish I could do something to make this easier for all of you. I just want to say I am sorry. Especially to all the people that I have personally hurt...whoever you may be. I do care about all of you. I'm really sorry. Sankowski's: I love you all so much. You guys are the greatest people I have ever known, and you have really touched my life. I'm really sorry for your loss.

I'll lend you for a little time, a child of mine. He said.For you to love while he lives and mourn when he is dead.
It may be six or seven years, twenty-two or three.
But will you till I call him back take care of him for me?
He'll bring his charms to gladden you and his stay shall be brief.You'll have his lovely memories as solace for your grief.
I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return,But there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn.
I've looked the wide world over in my search for teacher true, and from the throngs that crowd life's lanes, I have selected you.
Now will you give him all your love nor think the labor vain, nor hate me when I come to call, to take him back again?

I fancied that I heard them say, Dear Lord thy will be done. For all the joy thy child shall bring, the risk of grief we'll run.
We'll shelter him with tenderness, we'll love him while we may; and for the happiness we've known will ever grateful stay.
But shall the angels call him much sonner than we planned, we'll brave the bitter grief that comes, and try to understand. (Edgar A Guest)

hey how's it going, Man i'm sitting here reading all these messages and i just cant stop crying. this is all soooo sad and i still dont want to believe this ever happend. i cant even imagine how everyone who was closer to you feel. well in your honor i am making a tribute to you in my tv production class on tape with pictures and music and also a persuasion speech about driving to warn other who are beginning drivers to be so careful out there on the road. everyday i think about you and what happend. it always goes through my mind. to all the rest of steve's family and friends..stay strong and keep going on with life, that is the way he would want it to be. i know its hard but everything will work out in the end. i miss you steve!!!

it has been a month since you have left us. its so hard to deal w/ everything... im tryin to be strong for everyone but i feellike me world is crashing down on me. i love you so much and i wish you could be here with me but there is nothing i can do or say that can change that. i love you steve and will never forget you. i will do things that we were gonna do together but my brothers that u have sent me can do them w/ me. i love you forever!

As I sit here, all alone and wonder why now once again
All the others weren’t enough you had to take another friend
How once again to soon I search for words that just aren’t there
I give to you my feelings in a song and with a tear.
Somehow close yet still so far
I hold you here deep in my heart
I hope and pray these words you’ll hear
That your at peace and free from fear
The question asked full in my rage, “How could you make this end?”
Just seems so wrong that in his prime you’ll go and take my friend
If goodness comes from tragedy then let this be the case
So only thoughts of joy are thought each time we see your face

Why did you go, I have to know
I hope it’s not in vain
Cause there has to be a reason
Or some goodness in my pain
Passion churning senses blurred
All the things you taught we learned
Some things in life we’ll never know
Like how much time we’ve left to go

Never fair or justified
Sad alone I sat and cried
Of all the questions we must ask
Not when, where, who, but why so fast??
Now looking back I see the day our eyes they first did meet
An alligator shirt some jeans and docks upon his feet
With outstretched arms we said hello his face a welcome grin
You wanna go and spark a bowl nice to meet you my name’s Lynn
A battle forges on but it just don’t seem the same
I’m gonna win this battle and I’ll do it in your name
I say goodbye to you my friend I bid a fond farewell
At least your up in heaven now, not stuck here in this hell!

On with the show we have to go my thoughts they have been spoken
You touched our lives, gave others hope, and now our hearts are broken
Of all that come and all that go there’s few that have the spark
The strength, the joy, the energy to truly fill our hearts
Of whom I speak I sing these words and give this final hymn
I say it loud with love and pride and shout I LOVE YOU Lynn!

Then someone looked up to the sky, “Look, there’s Lynn”
He said and off you flew with Dobbs by your side, I know then you weren’t dead
You just changed shapes free as a bird to soar the sky’s above
And so we turned and waved goodbye as sadness turned to love

its me your little sister! it has been awhile since i have seen your smile comming home from a party or you laugh. it has been really hard for me since you have left us here on earth. But i know that you have sent other big brothers to help me through this. To watch over me when im down. tonight is TWIRP night and i know that you will be looking down on me from heaven and that you will always be with me. I love you and will see you again some day. I want to thank you for all the memories that we have shared together. Without them i dont know where i would be. You have taught me many lessons of life and i will never forget them. Good bye and i will see you later buddy.

Free Bird ~ Lynyrd Skynyrd

If I leave here tomorrow
Would you still remember me?
For I must be traveling on, now,
'Cause there's too many places I've got to see.
But, if I stayed here with you, girl,
Things just couldn't be the same.
'Cause I'm as free as a bird now,
And this bird you can not change.
Lord knows, I can't change.

Bye, bye, its been a sweet love.
Though this feeling I can't change.
But please don't take it badly,
'Cause Lord knows I'm to blame.
But, if I stayed here with you girl,
Things just couldn't be the same.
Cause I'm as free as a bird now,
And this bird you'll never change.
And this bird you can not change.
Lord knows, I can't change.
Lord help me, I can't change.

Angel's Son ~ Lajon Witherspoon

Life is changing
I can’t go on without you
Rearranging, I will be strong
I’ll stand by you

You were fighting, everyday
So hard to hide the pain
I know you never said goodbye
I have so much left to say

One last song given to an angel’s son
As soon as you were gone

I have a new life now
She lives through you, what can I do
I feel so alone now
I’ll pray for you, we still love you

One last song given to an angel’s son
As soon as you were gone

How ya doin up there? i just got off the phone w/ Julie maybe an hour ago, she said she is doin better, that makes me happy. i'm doin better 2, its just been hard...but i know that time can only make it heal. heh i was just remembering the time when it was julie, kate, kevin , and me drivin in julies saturn...and u and joe and i think matt were in ur explorer u guys were drivin w/ us, and that was when u ghanked those cd's from the street, we were drvin around and those little kids ---those p u n k s--- stole them from us when u were tryin 2 sell the cd's 2 them...lol that was the night were we just hung out and drove around, remember that? and then we pulled in2 the culdasac and thats when u took that picture of Joe for me...i still have those pictures lol that was fun, i wish i couldve had more memories w/ u Steve. but since i dont i will always cherish the few memories we did have, we all love u steve and ur in our hearts always and 4ever. i will try and write back more, i'm not as afraid as i used 2 be. God has a place for every1 and ur lucky u got a good spot early! ur truely a wonderful guy and ur spirit is always w/ us.

My husband and I wish to extend to you our deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. We too have children, a daughter at LWHS as well as a little boy. Our children are our most precious gifts in life.
The tragedy is when they are taken from us far, far too soon. We must all learn to enjoy every minute of every day that we have them and each other. I grieve along with you for your loss and I rejoice in
the fact that you had such a beautiful and loved son which is indicated by all the letters on this web site. May God bless you and keep you safe. In your love for one another, you will find your strength.

An Anonymous Letter for a Loved One

I am writing this from heaven, here
I dwell with God above, here there
is no more tears or sadness, here is
just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because
I'm out of sight, remember that I'm
with you every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave you as my life on
earth was through, God picked me up
and hugged me and said I welcome you.

It's good to have you back again, you were
missed while you were gone, as for your
dearest family, they'll be here later on.

I need you here so badly you're part of my
big plan, there is so much we have to do to
help out mortal man.

God gave me a list of things that he wished
for me to do, and foremost on that list
was to watch and care for you.

I will be beside you every day and week
and year, and when you're sad I'll be
standing there to wipe away the tears.

And as you lie in bed at night, the day's
chores put to flight, God and I are closest
to you in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth and all
those loving years, because you're only
human, they are bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry it does relieve
the pain, remember there would be no
flowers unless there was some rain.

I wish I could tell you all what God
has planned, but if I were to tell you,
you wouldn't understand.

But one thing is for certain though my
life on earth is over, I'm closer
to you now then I ever was before.

And to my many friends, trust God
knows what is best, I'm still not
very far away from you, I'm just
beyond the crest.

There are many rocky roads ahead of
you and many hills to climb, but
together we can do it by taking one
day at a time.

It was always my philosophy and I'd
like for you too, that you give unto
the world so the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow
or in pain, then you can say to God at
night my day was not in vain.

And now I am contented that my life was
Worthwhile, knowing as I passed along
the way I made somebody smile

So if you meet somebody who's down and
feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him
up as on your way you go.

When you are walking down the street and
you've got me on your mind, I'm
walking in your footsteps, only half a step
behind.

And when you feel that gentle breeze, or the
wind upon your face, that's me giving you
a great big hug or a soft embrace.

And when it's time for you to go from that body
to be free, remember you're not going, you
are coming home to me.

And I will always love you from that land
way up above, we'll be in touch again soon.

P.S. God sends his love.

Hi hunnie! We never really got a chance to meet and I'm sorry that our time didn't come. But, I know that some day we will meet. I know that you are in a better place now. A place with no fear or worries. For you are now in the hands of God. And only God knows what's best for you. From what I can see, you were loved by many and you were truly one of a kind... I am so sorry that something this tragic had to happen to such a beautiful person as yourself. But, I think that we must all keep in mind that God, "Only Takes the Best". And I know that sometimes it just seems so hard to go on, but we must all be strong... For we never know when our last day here on earth will be... That is why it is important to tell everyone that you care about to tell them that you love them and we should all live each day as if it were our last. For we never know when our time will end... Steve, may you rest in peace and may you fly away into a a beautiful place called, heaven...

Love Always -n- 4-ever,
Lisa

Love Forever and Always,
Mellody

To Steves sister,
If you need anything just stop me in the hallway and say something to me. Everyone knows me so just find out who I am. I will be there for you and I know my friends will be too.

To Steves family and friends,
We lost a great guy way to soon in life. I know that sometimes lifes just not fair and this case it just sucks. Together we can all make it through this but will always have memories.

Remember things he taught you,
with the many times you shared.
And when you're feeling down,
Just know that he's always there.

Remember him in a special place,
deep within your heart.
Keep a picture of him in your mind,
And you will never be apart.

Remember how he loved you,
the kindnesses he showed.
And that he's in Heaven, safe with God,
watching you below.

Mr. and Mrs. Sankowski, Colleen, Brian, Matt, other friends and family: I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you all. This is such a hard time for everyone, and I just wanted you all to know that I'm here for you if you need me. Everyone feel free to e-mail me or im me if you want to talk.

Steve: You're in our hearts forever. Fly free as a bird in Heaven, we'll join you someday. Until then...

I miss you so much !!!!
WITH ALL MY LOVE

I never knew Steve. The only way i knew of him was through Julie on the internet. I live in Australia and have known Julie for around 4 years. Never did i see her so happy before she was with Steve.

So when i heard about this terrible misfortune i thought i would find out just how loved this guy was. I can tell from reading this message board that Steve was a very well-known young man and i hope that he will stay in the hearts of everyone he touched. All i can say is that your family, friends and Julie loved you alot and still love you now you are gone.

Think of both the good and bad times you shared with steve and i bet you will smile in the end. He is in a better place now.

It sounds as though you were a top bloke Steve. (in other words, he was a great guy for all those people who dont speak australian)

how could this happen?
to someone so cherished and sweet
how could this happen
to someone so adored and kind
how could this happen
to a friend of mine

he lives on in all our memories
how could the driver be so blind
he wanted revenge on the people who egged his car
but how could he have known
that it would cost his friends their lives
now he probably feels awful

i feel so sad and distressed
yet i barely knew him
everyone is so sad
but who can blame them
how could god let this happen
especially to someone so special

the people who caused all this pain
how can they get off so easily
this would mostly likey never have happened
if they hadn't egged the car
but then again how could they have known
that their prank would end in tragedy

my friend she isn't very popular and
she danced with him at homecoming
and to her he was a mystery person for awhile

than she heard of his death and was heart-broken
how could this have happened
to one who made a nice girl smile and laugh

i heard of the accident at school
but i dismissed it and went on as if nothing had happened
i was off the wall in 4th period
but than at lunch i saw my friends crying and the realization dawned
how could i be so stupid, some person i was
how could this happen to somone so dear to us all

the preps they acted as if nothing had happened
they acted as if they didn't care at all
they were looking at us all crying during lunch
and they were laughing and having fun
how could they been so blind
as to all the hurt and grief around them

but then we're just freaks and geeks
no one pays attention to us
they just dismiss us as weird and misfits
but really we just express ourselves differently
how could this have happened to someone so cherished
how can people be so prestigious

it seems as if life shouldn't go on
because we had loved,adored and cherished is now dead
but somehow life does go on
and we all struggle onwards
how can we survive
when all we feel is numb inside

at school there was pictures of the kid who had died in the accident
people had written fagot on it and put gum on his face
they wrote unkind things on his locker
and others said he deserved to die but really and truthfully no one deserves to die
this is so unfair to all who knew him having people destroy whats left of him
how can people be so cruel to see that they are hurting people by their actions

at school there are rumors of guns
kids are threatening to beat up the driver
but we all should stop and think a min.
this might never had happened if the kids hadn't pulled the prank
how can people be so stupid as to not think first
of what their actions will do to others and what will result from the reactions

people went home early yesterday b/c of the rumors
they r afraid of being at school
they r afraid of getting shot by guns
they r afraid of the violence we all are afraid of one thing or another
but you should feel safe at school,shouldn't u
how come we always blow everything way out of apportion

this used to be a quiet peaceful town but now its not
its made the newspaper twice already
its been on tv too
and people are sad and crying and others are wondering
how could this have happened in such a small town
how did this happen to us and for what reason

so please think twice before you play a prank on someone
it could result in tragedy either by the prank itself
or by having speen involved too like this accident
also if someone dies don't say they deserveit and call them fagot
especially if they don't deserve it,that is what starts rumors and schools should be safe not filled with hateful rumors
im sorry that took up alot of room...Steve I know you are a angel along with my friend James please tell him we all love him...thanks

I have never known Steve, but when I read in the news paper that a 16 year old was killed in a car accident, I knew that friends and family would be hurting. On September 8th, my best friend was killed in a car accident. His name was Tom Henney. You may or may not have known him. I can see that the relationship between Tom and Steve are very very similiar. They both touched many lives. They both helped us to become better people. It is so sad to see so many young people die in traffic accidents. It will be difficult for all of us who have lost loved ones for quite a while. Not a day goes by that I dont relate something to Tom, or think of him in some way. In honor of Tom, we have set up a site so that you can look at pictures, write messages or just to read some things posted.

http://www.geocities.com/tomhenneymemorial/

Feel free to go there and read the memories people have posted. If you have any questions, please e-mail me at yogurt@nettaxi.com

I'm not sure I'll ever know
What happened on that day.
All I know are these tears and sorrow,
And that just won't go away.

The car came by with so much force,
There was nothing you could do.
I know that deep inside,
But yet, why could you just get the flu?

You were my friend, my hope of hope,
But now I know you're gone.
The happiness I once did feel,
Has know just said so long.

hey buddy, wuts goin on up there? how u been? i want 2 apologize for not signing ur page sooner...but i knew that once i did sign it...then it would mean that ur gone..4ever...and not coming back...and that idea really scares me...all of ur freinds and family miss u, including me, and i know that even tho i didnt know u as long as loven or brogan, or ryan (kates b/f) but i still really miss u. the stuff we did w/ freinds like goin 2 the beach, i will always remember..we had fun....its been hard for julie, and matt, kate, and all the other guys...u were like a brother 2 them, they really loved u..but i know that with u looking down on us from heaven, that we will be okay in the end, we are all here for eachother. we love u steve and u r in all of our hearts, we will never 4get u, or the good times we had w/ u. as for steves family, his parents and sister, please know that u had a wonderful son/brother, he was very special, and God took him so early because he was the best, God must have felt that Steve has served him long enuff...he's in a better place now........"Only the Good Die Young"

please know that i am here for every1, i would love 2 talk 2 any1-----my instant messanger is XxRockStar14xX, please IM me

WE ALL LOVE AND MISS U STEVE!!!!!

"we say a little prayor for you.
forever, and ever."

I luv ya!! We're all praying for you, you guys will get through this.
Christina

-Bono

Although I did not know your son, I have heard wonderful things from Chris. I felt compelled to send you this Irish Prayer:

Death is nothing at all-
I have only slipped away into the next room,
Whatever we were to each other, that we are still.
Call me by my old familiar name,
speak to me in the easy way which you always used to.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes
we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me, talk to me.
Let my name be the household word that it always was.
Let it be spoken without effort,
Life means all that it ever meant.
It is the same as it ever was:
there is absolutely unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of your mind
because I am out of your sight?
I am but waiting for you, for an interval,
somewhere very near, just around the corner.
All is well. Nothing is passed. Nothing is lost.
One brief moment and all will be as it was before -
only better, infinitely happier --
and forver we will be one together in eternity.

Hey sweetie how are ya doin? I just wanted to say that everyone I know has hurt or is hurting because of all of this but we all know that he's doin okay and he wouldn't want us to be so sad. I want to thank everyone who has signed this and everyone who will be signing it... it has built a kind of hope within everyone and I'm happy to be a part of it. There's nothing better than a great best friend or brother, and as long as you remember that it will always stay like that. "Friends are like angels without wings"... now he finally has his wings. He'll always watch over us, especially you Colleen.

Much Love,

You'd been around forever
Since the first breath I took
Now I have to go on alone
But for love, I need not look

Cause by what you bestowed
In our short time together
Will last in my heart
Forever and ever

Although you've left
And now walk above
I'm never alone
I'm wrapped in your love

You'd been around forever
Since the first breath I took
Now I have to go on alone
But for love, I need not look

Cause by what you bestowed
In our short time together
Will last in my heart
Forever and ever

Although you've left
And now walk above
I'm never alone
I'm wrapped in your love

Had a look at the sands of time
The hours when time itself stood still,
Could hear distant bells chime,
And I was walking while I still stood still.

I've lived behind you for over 5 years now, and never once did I make an effort to get to know you better, and I regret that SO MUCH now. From all these messages and everything that everyone is saying about you, I know were a great person, and I'm sorry I didn't know you well. To everyone who loves Steve(and I know there are many,) my prayers are with you everyday. I know this a horribly painful time for you, but someday it will be OK. Someday you will see Steve again. Lord, watch over Steve as he watches over us.

Love Always,

Jessi Leiding

Thank you so much for your love and support during this past week. If it weren't for your strength and love for Steve I don't know how I would have gotten this far. Thank you for sharing the stories of your times with Steve with us. If you are interested tonight around 9:00 p.m. Freebird will be played on WilRock 96.7.
Remember, we always have an open door for all of you in our home.

Thank you,

You probably wouldn't remember me, but I used to babysit for you when you were about three. Colleen was a baby; I used to change her diapers!!! You were such a sweet little boy, I always enjoyed watching you and your sister. I never had to worry about making any mistakes, you always pulled me through-even at only three!!! I still remember you as that little boy, and I can still see it on your grown-up picture. I still used to run into your mom occasionally, and we would talk about how grown up you and your sister are now, I feel so old-I have two little boys now myself. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your leaving all of us behind, while so unfair and tragic has made me realize indeed how short life is, and how each day must be lived to the fullest. When I put my boys to bed each night, I hug them both a little tighter, and truly thank God for the blessing of them. Rest in peace little Stevie!You will be missed!

Love,
Amy

To steves family,
I know this might not mean much but i am so sorry for the loss you had to suffer. I know what it is like because of my brother and i know how hard it was on my parents and my siblings. If you ever need anyone i know that you have so many people there for you. I don't know if you will read this because of the pain it may conflict, but your son was a GREAT guy and he will be missed forever.I hope that you can be with your loved son someday.

The Angel
His immaculate innocence
His never seen pain
Too young to know the hated
Too young to understand
A world he left too early
Given wings before he could fly
An angel ascended into heaven
Leaving tears in so many eyes
He shines with every sunrise
His eyes are the deep blue sea
He is the gentle breeze which blows through us
As if he never said goodbye
So until we meet again sweet boy
And all of us know we will
Be with us until our time too stands still

Like many of the other people that have written to you, I never had the privilege of knowing you. But from what I've read, I honestly wish I had. When I walked into school on Monday, you could tell that something was wrong. Something was missing. And when I found out what happened, it broke my heart. When your friends came into my second hour class to talk about you, I was fighting back tears. Steve, your story has made an unbelievable impact on my life. You've helped me realize just how precious life is, and it is something that should never be taken for granted. All I can say is that you are a lucky man, Steve. You have a lot of people that care about you. To Steve's family: I am so sorry for your loss and I send my deepest condolences. But I also want to congratulate you, because you raised a wonderful son. To Steve's friends: You guys are so strong. I don't know if I could be that strong if I was put into the same situation. Whenever you start to feel sad, just do your best to think of the good memories you have. It's obvious that God was looking down on Earth, searching for the brightest, sweetest, most caring kid he could find to take up to heaven with him...and he found him. Heaven's got another angel now...and we'll all meet up with him again one day.

Love, Carla

My most sincere condolences go out to all of you. I didn't know Steve, but I knew of him through Carrie and the Grotts family. I just finished reading hundreds of these letters to Steve and his family and my heart was truly touched. It is very touching to know that one person can spark such love. My prayers are with Steve, his friends, and his family.

P.S. Steve you are in my heart and prayers and I hope you are happy eith the life you spent here on earth was good but I hope you like it up there.
P.P.S. Can you say "HI" to my mom?

Steve, i wish i could be half the man you were. i really do.

thanks man.
i'll have my wings soon enough.

Steve's Family and Friends-
WOW! You guys are all so very awesome. You are so brave and strong. I know it's really hard right now, and I wish I could say something that would make you feel better, but I can't. Just hang in there and with time it will get easier. I'm not going to lie the pain will never go away, but it will get easier. I'm so very sorry for your loss and my heart and prayers go out to you all. You are really lucky you had such a wonderful son, brother, and friend. My deepest condolences.

I’ve known Mike Joyce for more than two years, and I use the term “known” loosely in this one occasion because most of you have been around him much longer. In those two years, I’ve lost two very important people in my life, including a brother-in-law (due to drugs) and my one-year-old baby cousin (she drowned in a pool). And although I try to not tell my Internet associates my personal life, sometimes I have to release the tension using other means, because I simply cannot allow tragic events such as this eat away at my insides. And sometimes it just does.

I applaud you all for showing the courage, honesty, and devotion that someone special such as Steve deserves and would be proud of. It’s events such as this one where the saying “the good die young” fits appropriately yet, at the same time, it’s unfair that someone his age wasn’t given the chance and opportunity to see all that life has to offer.

Steve isn’t alone nor will he ever be alone. He’s in a much better place where he doesn’t have to worry about things such as hate, malice, and hardship. In short, he’s in a place fit for princes and kings.

He’s home.

Life is in constant change in comparison with a drop of water falling into a waiting pool below. You will never be able to pick up the same droplet of water again in all of life. And one life is all that's given. One life and one drop of water both effecting everything it touches. One droplet falls to a waiting pool, not jumping, but struggling to hold on. And finally, when its time has come that it can no longer fight the inevitable, it falls, causing a ripple in the water, effecting all else, not relenting until the shore.

We think of you in silence,
And often speak your name.
But all that's left to answer
Is your picture in a frame.
If we could have one lifetime wish,
One dream that would come true,
We would pray to God with all our hearts,
For yesterday and you.
If tears could build a stairway,
And heartaches make a lane,
We would walk our way to Heaven
To Be With You Again!

There's a special angel in Heaven,
That is a part of us.
It is not where we wanted him,
But where God wanted him to be.
He was here just a moment,
Like a night time shooting star.
And although he is in Heaven,
He isn't very far.
He touched the hearts of many,
like only an angel can do.
we would've held him every minute,
If the end we only knew.
So we send this special message,
To Heaven up above,
Please take care of our angel.
And send him all our love!

Another hard time,

I'm loosing my mind,
It's all happening so fast,
we can't forget the past,
Lord I know not to ask "Why"
cause it's a question that will never be replied,
We've had no time to recover,
from our friend that was called home in January.
Who's next?
He was too young to go home and "rest"
Lord I know your on our side when times get rough,
When people die we know,
We aren't so tough,
Heaven only knows why this had to be,
Lord Please,
I can't take another
Just keep them safe in your arms and in your holy land,
For it might be any minute,
we are walking hand in hand.

One thousand words won't bring you back,
I know because I've tried.
Neither will one million tears,
I know because I've cried.
I never saw you close your eyes,
I never saw you die.
But the part that hurts the most,
was I never said goodbye.

When the last scene of his life flashed before him, he looked back at the footprints in the sand. He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints. He also noticed that this happened at the very lowest and saddest time of his life.

This really bothered him and he questioned the Lord about it. "Lord, You said that once I decided to follow you, you'd walk with me all the way, But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life; there is only one set of footprints. I don't understand why when I needed you most you would leave me"

The Lord replied, "My precious, precious child, I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, It was then that I carried you."

We miss you Steve. Fly free as a bird. We'll see you someday. Wait for us.

I'll Be Missing You

Yeah... this right here (tell me why)
Goes out, to everyone, that has lost someone
That they truly loved (c'mon, check it out)

Seems like yesterday we used to rock the show
I laced the track, you locked the flow
So far from hangin on the block for dough
Notorious, they got to know that
Life ain't always what it seem to be (uh-uh)
Words can't express what you mean to me
Even though you're gone, we still a team
Through your family, I'll fulfill your dream (that's right)
In the future, can't wait to see
If you'll open up the gates for me
Reminisce some time, the night they took my friend (uh-huh)
Try to black it out, but it plays again
When it's real, feelings hard to conceal
Can't imagine all the pain I feel
Give anything to hear half your breath (half your breath)
I know you still living your life, after death

Every step I take, every move I make
Every single day, every time I pray
I'll be missing you
Thinkin of the day, when you went away
What a life to take, what a bond to break
I'll be missing you

It's kinda hard with you not around (yeah)
Know you in heaven smilin down (eheh)
Watchin us while we pray for you
Every day we pray for you
Til the day we meet again
In my heart is where I'll keep you friend
Memories give me the strength I need (uh-huh) to proceed
Strength I need to believe
My thoughts I just can't define (can't define)
Wish I coul turn back the hands of time
Us in the six, shop for new clothes and kicks
You and me taking flicks
Makin hits, stages they receive you on
Still can't believe you're gone (can't believe you're gone)
Give anything to hear half your breath (half your breath)
I know you still living you're life, after death

Somebody tell me why

One black morning
When this life is over
I know
I'll see your face

Every night I pray, every step I take
Every move I make, every single day
Every night I pray, every step I take
Every day that passes
Every move I make, every single day
Is a day that I get closer
To seeing you again
Every night I pray, every step I take
We miss you ... and we won't stop
Every move I make, every single day
Cause we can't stop... that's right
Every night I pray, every step I take
Every move I make, every single day
We miss you

~Alison Kiedaisch~

You stand at the feet of God
watching our every move.
Laughing at the suits we wear
and smiling at the crew.
You're free to fly among the clouds
and with the heavens sing.
The angel formally known as Steve
has finally got his wings.

i love you, man. i'm gonna miss you. i will keep writing, under one condition. well, maybe two or three. you make a paintball field for me up there and then you practice (cuz yer gonna need it), and you must promise to keep in contact with me. if you ask nicely i'm sure the big guy will let you use his phone. i noticed when we passed your house today, you started crying. thanks buddy. you really showed me a new stage of life. i think i'm gettin close to figuring it out. you did, so the game was over. i'm almost to the end, i can feel it. hey, before i go, do me a favor, try to get me home sooner, will ya? thanks.
i'm gonna go find myself again.

We can dance if we want to, we can leave your friends behind
'Cause your friends don't dance and if they don't dance
Well they're no friends of mine

Say, we can go where we want to, a place that they will never find
And we can act like we come from out of this world
Leave the real one far behind

And we can dance

We can go when we want to, the night is young and so am I
And we can dress real neat from our hats to our feet
And surprise them with the victory cry

Say, we can act if we want to, if we don't nobody will
And you can act real rude or totally removed
And I can act like an imbecile

Say we can dance, we can dance
Everything's out of control
We can dance, we can dance
They're doing it from pole to pole
We can dance, we can dance
Everybody look at your hands
We can dance, we can dance
Everybody taken the chance

The safety dance
The safety dance
The safety dance

We can dance if we want to, we've got all your life and mine
As long as we abuse it we are never going to lose it
And everything will work out right

Say, we can dance if we want to, we can leave your friends behind
'Cause your friends don't dance and if they don't dance
well they're no friend of mine

Chorus

Althought I have not met you, I really and honestly could say that I wish I would have. As I passed by on Friday night at about 12a.m., I thought to myself, "Things like that don't have to happen." Well, whether they do or not, we only have so much control over it. As I sit here and type this to you, I am thinking to myself what I can do to prevent this from happening again. There is a lot. I'm sure you were a great guy, and you sure sound like it from all of the responses in this forum. Being a Junior opens up a lot of doors to your future, and I know that you would have had the strength and the courage to fight for what you wanted to do in your life, what you wanted to accomplish, and more importantly, what you wanted to achieve. I don't know why the accident happend, nor do i want to. I only want you to know that we all miss you, and will all be thinking about you. May God Bless You, and Rest in Peace.

We sat next to each other first semester in math together and you would always ask me what we did in Lindquist's class and I would tell you and you agreed just like me how dumb it really was. It seems strange walking into math and not telling you what we did in class that day. I knew Steve from back in grade school we weren't the best buds but we knew each other enough to be considered friends. I want to extend my prayers for Steve's family,friends, and loved ones. Steve was a very cool kid and will be greatly missed. He had a great effect on many people just look at this webpage it is totally awesome. You are now in a far better place and even though it isn't supposed to be this way it is and we have to think back on our memories of you and never forget. I wish i had gotten a chance to get to know you better you are a cool kid. Thanks for all that you gave us Steve. God Bless

<~>to Steve <~>

Hey steve if you can hear me up there, all of us down here a really really really missing you!!! i know i only me you 5 or 6 times but i knew who you were and i'm writing this message becuz like i said before i really really really miss you and hope your o.k. up there. just a reminder we all REALLY REALLY REALLY miss you down here!!!:^(

<~> to the family<~>

i hope you can make it throght the rough times, but theres always rough times in life and just to let you know me my sister, my brother, my mom , my dad, and even the pets have your back!!!

I don't know if it'll help, but a phrase my pastor used when my world crumbled comes to mind: When you can't trace God's hand, trust His heart.

<~>to Steve <~>

Hey steve if you can hear me up there, all of us down here a really really really missing you!!! i know i only me you 5 or 6 times but i knew who you were and i'm writing this message becuz like i said before i really really really miss you and hope your o.k. up there. just a reminder we all REALLY REALLY REALLY miss you down here!!!:^(

<~> to the family<~>

i hope you can make it throght the rough times, but theres always rough times in life and just to let you know me my sister, my brother, my mom , my dad, and even the pets have your back!!!

To Steve's Family:
My prayers are with you through this hard time. I am truly sorry for your great loss..But I will be praying for you guys constantly..

Although I did not know you that well I can see that you were a great person who touched many people. You will be missed.

My condolances to family and friends.

Hey buddy! You have left such an impact on so many people. God has really blessed Lincoln Way for putting you here. It's funny that we have to lose such a great guy to realize how blessed we are. I never knew you, but now I feel like I've know you forever. I will meet you someday, and I can't wait. Thankyou for helping all of us take a step back and be thankful for everyone we know. You must be having such a great time in heaven. Save some fun for us!!

To Mr. & Mrs. Sankowski:
You guys are truely and inspiration. To know that you raised such a great kid, you must be so proud. Steve was given one of the most special gifts a kid could ask for -> loving parents. I never met you but I say you at the wake. You guys are being so strong through out this,and just by seeing you I could tell what loving people you are.

To Steve's siblings:
God gave you so many years to share with your brother. Be thankful for having him as long as you did. He still is watching over you. When you get into trouble you can still go to him. Now you can have something to look forward to. When your day comes you'll know that Steve has had plenty of time to prepare a real cool place in heaven for you.

All Steve's friends:
You guys are being so strong. It is so awesome to see how you guys are handling this. Keep God in your hearts and Steve will never leave you either. He's till watching you from his window in heaven, well that is when he has time off from snowmobiling and racing jesus ( I wonder who is winning). You guys have really influenced me, and given me a new look on life. Steve was really lucky to have friends like you (as you were to have him). He is really smiling at you guys, and his love will always be with you.

My prayers are with you all.

Jenny Reynhout

P.S. to those that are still stuggle with this and need strength I give you this last word:

"Look to the Lord and his strength, seek his face always" 1 chronicles 16:11

and always remember

-Teach us to number our days and recognizehow few they are; help us to spend them as we should- Psalm 90:12

i want to give my sympathys to steve's family, friends, and girlfriend. you are all very lucky people to have known him. my prayers are with you all.
thanks for everything steve.

Life is changing
I can't go on without you
Rearranging, I will be strong
I'll stand by you

You were fighting, everyday
So hard to hide the pain
I know you never said goodbye
I have so much leftt to say

One last song given to an angel's son
As soon as you were gone

I have a new life now
She lives through you, what can I do
I feel so alone now
I'll pray for you, we still love you

One last song given to an angel's son
As soon as you were gone

"Angel's Son" Written by: Lajon Witherspoon of Sevendust

YOU WILL BE MISSED, WE ALL LOVE U STEVE

Steve, you're missed and remembered...
Jess

SEASON AND REASON

"When someone is in your life for a REASON,
it is usually to meet a need you have expressed outwardly or inwardly.
They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically,emotionally, or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend, and they are.
They were/are there for the reason you need them to be. Sometimes  they die. Sometimes they walk away.
Sometimes they act up or out and force you to take a stand. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled; their work is done. The prayer you sent up has been answered.
When people come into your life for a SEASON, it is because your turn has come to share, grow, or learn. They may bring you an experience of peace or make you laugh.They may teach you something you have never done.
They usually give you an unbelievable amount of joy.
Believe it! It is real! But, only for a season.