12/29/10

Name:

Micaela

Date:

28 Dec 2006

Time:

05:36:27

Comments

Rev 21:3,4 John 5:28,29

Name:

Paige

Date:

21 Dec 2006

Time:

09:52:40

Comments

This time of year is a very difficult time for all of us who knew you and loved you. We wish so much that you could be here with us. I love you

Name:

Doug

Date:

20 Dec 2006

Time:

21:19:04

Comments

Jarod, I hope you are smiling right now the way you do in all of your pictures. Every day as I spend time with my little boy I think of you and think of how much love you brought to your mom and dad and to your brother and sister. I met your mom and dad in early January 2004.Your mom and dad and I vowed to work together and do our best to ensure that no other family would lose a child due to totally preventable tragedy in our schools. You should be so proud of your mom and dad. They endured the pain of telling your story to anyone who would listen in the hope of creating a new law that would require Ohio schools to look for conditions that could be hazardous to children. Jarod's Law was passed last Dec 19 and will forever make Ohio schools safer for all children, including my little boy.The next step is to make sure every parent in every state learns how dangerous these cafeteria tables are.Please be our guiding angel as we go forward with this cause and give you mom and dad lots of love this week:)

Name:

Arlene Umberger

Date:

20 Dec 2006

Time:

19:38:05

Comments

Dear Bennett Family, I'm sorry to hear about the lose of your son and brother Jarod. I work for a school district as a cafeteria monitor and did not know of this danger of tables.If there is any thing I can do to prevent this from happening at my elementary, please let me know. May God bless you!

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Date:

19 Dec 2006

Time:

17:01:22

Comments

Missing you everyday ... Love Dad

Name:

Haley Cuffman

Date:

19 Dec 2006

Time:

14:01:32

Comments

Hey Jarod... today has been really tough. i cant even write the date on a paper without thinking about you. We all miss you so much...especially your family.. make sure you watch over them today. i miss you lil guy. It seems like forever ago that it happened but its only been three years...miss you<3 jillian,jim,jacob, and jenny...im praying so hard for you guys right now.... luv you guys...

Name:

Jodi Hodge

Date:

19 Dec 2006

Time:

13:27:06

Comments

Dear Bennett Family, My husband Jody works with Jim. You are in our thoughts and prayers today.. Dont know that time has eased your grief . but know that Jarod and your entire family are in out thoughts today. I have such respect for your family as you have turned one of lifes worse tragedies into something life saving for other children through Jarod's Law. I pray God's blessings, peace and strength will saturate you today. Love, Jody and Jodi Hodge and Family

Name:

Jennifer

Date:

19 Dec 2006

Time:

09:01:52

Comments

Thinking of you all today and everyday.Saying many prayers.Jarod will never be forgotten.

Name:

Chelsea

Date:

18 Dec 2006

Time:

17:51:27

Comments

Hi Jim, Jenny, Jillian, and Jacob - You are all in my thoughts today. I know the word "sorry" doesn't sufffice... but I am so sorry you have to share another Christmas without Jarod's sweet smile and his infectious laugh. I don't know how you have managed to live these past three years, but I admire your strength and grace. I love you all so much. - Chelsea

Name:

Pat

Date:

18 Dec 2006

Time:

17:30:30

Comments

Jim This poem touched me - I wanted to share it. Love, your sister and friend The Mile: People come into our lives and walk with us a mile, and then because of circumstance they only stay a while. They serve a need within the days that move so quickly by, and then are gone beyond our reach, we often wonder why. God only knows the reason that we meet and share a smile, why people come into our lives and walk with us a mile............

Name:

Jillian Bennett

Date:

18 Dec 2006

Time:

07:39:16

Comments

hey little guy , tomorrow will be 3 years since you passed away , passed seems like such a better word than died ... its still hard to say that . This christmas seems almost harder than last year. Tomorrow will be very sad for every one i keep replaying in my head the whole day of December 19th 2003. I know you will watch over us tomorrow. I love you Jillian (your sis)

Name:

kevin and Heather Fralix

Date:

14 Dec 2006

Time:

00:16:27

Comments

Words cant explain the pain we felt by your story, We can only imagine your pain...We have three children and this really hit home to us..We would just like to say Jared is in a better place now and he is a very good looking little boy.... We send our love and prayers to your family and to Jarod also..We will never forget him or your family...Love the Fralix Family..Kevin, Heather, Katie, Sally and Tyler

Name:

The Spitlers

Date:

13 Dec 2006

Time:

14:56:13

Comments

Hi Jarod, I've been thinking about you and your family quite a bit lately. A sad day is approaching...I hate that your Mom, Dad, Jillian and Jacob will have to go through another Christmas without you here. You'll always be in their hearts, along with everyone who knew you. We miss you little fella! JeannieKevin

Name:

Michael Marcus

Date:

10 Dec 2006

Time:

14:04:32

Comments

This site and its message will be with me for the rest of my life. jarod's law should be passed in every state.

Name:

Christine

Date:

08 Dec 2006

Time:

23:09:40

Comments

Hey Jarod, Everyone down here is hurting so much from missing you. Especially now. Its really hard to watch the people that I love the more than anything in the whole world while they are in so much pain. I would give anything to be able to make them feel even a little better. I hate feeling so helpless.

Name:

Jarod Mittal

Date:

02 Dec 2006

Time:

16:49:17

Comments

That is not the name given to me by my parents but one i gave to myself when i could. I had fantasy for that name. I was searching through internet when i stumbled over this extremely unfortunate incident. I could not understand this at first(the law ) but while i was trying to get more information on it i came up with your JAROD. I cannot even begin ot describe how it felt. How I controlled my tears as I didnot want to cry at my workplace. I am father to three. My eldest daughter is 7yrs and she studies in 2nd class in school which is almost 4 kms. from our home. I work outstation and don't get to see my family for week or 10 days. but I do call them daily. on 1 such call i was informed by my wife my daughter didnot took regular cab to home that day and she had walked all the way through busy highway and streets alone with her heavy school bag !!!!!!!!!!!! cab had failed to pick her up and (in such emergencies ahe was supposed to go to her aunts home which is just 10 mts walk from hers school but sh e decided to walk to her home without telling anyone! I went sick in my stomach. even thinking for her going missing or what could have happened made me go through unimaginable. I can just feel a part of your pain that you may still be going thru. I pray to god that jarod be ok whereever he is. I pray on my knees.

Name:

Mikaela

Date:

25 Nov 2006

Time:

15:57:00

Comments

i dont know him but i am sorry for your loss

Name:

Allison

Date:

20 Nov 2006

Time:

15:02:47

Comments

i just wanted to say how cute your little boy is and how sorry i am that you lost him. My family has had to go through the rough times also. I am katie aylors cousin.I was thankful to have a cousin as wonderful as katie and i am sure you are thankful to have such a wonderful boy.

Name:

Jennifer

Date:

06 Nov 2006

Time:

12:52:37

Comments

Jillian, I was sitting here in my apartment at Ohio University studying spanish (of all things) and randomly began thinking about a girl I knew, Katie Ayler, who had passed away a few years ago. I wondered how her family was doing so I searched the net with her name. A related page, your brother's, came up and I decided to read and look at some of the stories and photos it shared. I was really taken with the picture of you reading to him when he was a baby and how he looked at you, I was also suprised by the number of hugs and cute smiles you so easily received in many of the photos. I have a little brother, Michael, whom I have to wrestle hugs from and bribe just so he'll come do activities with me when I return home. I have a hard time being patient with him and wish I knew how to react to his playful side. I wonder what your secrets are on how to form little brother big sister bonds, it was obvious that the two of you were close. People have probably told you to be thankful for the short time you had with Jarod, but you should know that he was a lucky kid to have had a sister who knew how to let him be six. I looked at the vigil pictures and noticed you were a little more grown up and quite solemn, I wonder how you are now and how in the world you have dealt with losing Jarod and all those awful feelings of helplessness and grief. I'm sure you will always have some pain in your heart, but I hope someday the thoughts of the times your two spent together will bring you smiles, instead of sadness. I'm sure when Jarod thinks of you in heaven, nothing but grins come across his face. Have no regrets, Jen

Name:

Joy

Date:

06 Nov 2006

Time:

01:13:41

Comments

Peace be with your family. God bless you.

Name:

Paige

Date:

31 Oct 2006

Time:

15:07:05

Comments

Hi there Buddy. I will be thinking about you tonight when I pass out all the candy to the kids that come by. I wonder if there will be one that asks as many questions as you did? I won't be able to keep from remembering the last time we went and trick-or-treating and how much fun we had. I miss you today and everyday. Love you, Paige

Name:

Jillian Bennett

Date:

15 Oct 2006

Time:

13:22:49

Comments

Jarod , So we did a Suicide Prevention walk this morning before church , it really made me think about how caring and understanding people can be when you need them , i miss you alot , things kind of suck right now , im sure they will get better . I havnt visited your grave in a while , maybe i should go . Still going on without seeing your face like i alwasy did still hurts it sucks when you had something for so long , so close , and so dear ; just being ripped right out from under you and never given back. I miss you and love you , Your big sister, Jillian

Name:

Pamela Blind

Date:

12 Oct 2006

Time:

12:19:57

Comments

I stumbled upon your website by accident via a search for toys. I am so sorry for your loss. Looking at the pictures anyone can see your son was a beautiful happy child. Today I will hold my child closer realizing just how fragile life can be. I am so sorry and I am grateful to you for the reminder parents need to cherish every minute of their time together with their children. God bless all of you.

Name:

TINA JERNIGAN

Date:

08 Oct 2006

Time:

11:30:19

Comments

GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, FOR I KNOW YOUR PAIN FROM LOSSING MY 19 YEAR OLD SON THIS PAST YEAR FROM AN INTOXICATED DRIVER. THERE IS NOTHING MORE PAINFULL,WE JUST HAVE TO REMEMBER THEY ARE WITH US STILL EVEN IF JUST IN OUR HEARTS. WHAT YOU HAVE DONE KEEPING HIS NAME HIS STORY OUT THERE YOU ARE LETTING HIM LIVE ON. I HAVE DONE THE SAME WITH MY SON THERE IS A GREAT WEB PAGE WWW.MEMORY-OF.COM FOR EVERYONE WHO HAS EVER LOST ANYONE OR EVEN FOR BROTHERS AND SISTERS TO MAKE FOR A FAMILY MEMBER.AND TO YOU JAROD SAY HELLO TO MY CHASE. YOU TWO ARE THE LIGHTS IN HEAVEN AND THE MOST HANDSOM ANGELS THEY HAVE EVER GOT UP THERE. BE GOOD YOU TWO AND I WILL SEE YOU WHEN ITS MY TURN.KEEPING YOUR FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS. GOD BLESS AND STAY STRONG

Name:

A Dad

Date:

04 Oct 2006

Time:

14:57:38

Comments

Cherish your time with those you love, it is really all that matters....

Name:

Grandma

Date:

28 Sep 2006

Time:

16:49:04

Comments

Jarod You have been gone for such a long time & I love & miss you everyday, You are alwasys in my thoughts, I know you know you have a new cousin named Hailey sure wish you were here to play with you, I think she knows something about you she is only 15 months old & she gets your picture & just looks at it. Hope you are having fun I know you are around us, Did you leave your initials by my bathroom door, they were not there before & I know no one put them ther so you must have visited me & left your initials to let me know that you were here. Love you forever & will always will have your heart close to mine. Love & miss you lots, Grandma

Name:

A Mom from Wisconsin

Date:

22 Sep 2006

Time:

02:19:22

Comments

Jim, Jenny, Jacob, & Jillian, Thank you for sharing Jarod's life with those of us who were never privelaged to meet him personally. It's not fair, is it? Not fair at all. He was so sweet and so innocent....he was a rose that contained such purity that he was far too beautiful to bloom here on earth. Knowing how Jarod was so senselessly taken away from you has made me aware of how important it is that we take a stand and demand safety for our children in our school systems. Whether it's in the cafeteria or the playground, the classrom, or the gym, there should not be any child who is ever put in jeopardy of being in harm's way....not one child! I pledge to work at making more people aware of what these risks are and making sure they are corrected and improved....I think we ALL owe that to Jarod. I also want to thank you for sharing Jarod's story because it has made me aware of how easy it is to take my boy's for granted. I always just assume that they'll be home every night for me to tuck in bed and it'll be OK if I put off that trip for ice cream they wanted or "we can go to the library next week when I'm not so busy & tired". I now know that opportunity may not always be available and I can't take that for granted....I will work harder to cherish each moment I have with my babies and appreciate that these precious gifts were not taken from me as was yours. I know Jarod is in a better place but that doesn't make your heart hurt any less...my heart burns with pain just thinking of what you feel....I don't even want to imagine what that means YOU must be feeling. He was a sweet, sweet little man and I will work hard to honor his life and his memory. God bless!

Name:

Kelley Armbruster

Date:

20 Sep 2006

Time:

09:40:25

Comments

II am overwhelmed by your strength to keep going. I am a counselor in Mason Ohio, and work with the bereaved a great deal. I am always trying to understand how individuals find the strength to live after they lose a loved one - especially a child. Thank you for sharing your memories of Jarod. He sounds like a wonderful child. Kelley Armbruster, LISW

Name:

cerissa

Date:

17 Sep 2006

Time:

17:41:38

Comments

i am so sorry of what happened i wish ive could of help i know how it feels to live a loved one so close but i never thought of losing my brother

Name:

Christine Smoot

Date:

12 Sep 2006

Time:

13:42:25

Comments

I have been fighting for safer conditions in my sons schools. I was told about your sons story by a former teacher who is also trying to help me. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family for such a horrible loss. I was ready to give it all up because all I run into are roadblocks that no one wants to take responsibility for the safety in the schools. After reading your story I will continue to fight, even harder now. I will think of you often and pray for you.

Name:

Christine

Date:

28 Aug 2006

Time:

17:42:29

Comments

Just taking a minute out of my day to visit. I thought about you a lot on Saturday: J&J came along to help us choose a place and I really felt your absence. It's strange to be making plans without you. Keep watching over us.

Name:

Type your name here

Date:

27 Aug 2006

Time:

13:24:10

Comments

thinking about you and your family a lot...miss like crazy...xoxo...*

Name:

Paige

Date:

21 Aug 2006

Time:

12:43:34

Comments

Oh Jarod, your Mom, Eric and I were really thinking of you yesterday, and really everyday. Eric is building your mom a pond with a water fountain in your back yard and we thought that the bench that you loved of mine; the one with the cabins on the ends and fish on it; would be perfect out by that fountain. Two things that you loved a whole bunch both in the same place, I know you would love it. I wish you could enjoy them with us! As always, we all love and miss you so much and look forward to the day when we will see you again.

Name:

MJ

Date:

17 Aug 2006

Time:

23:08:05

Comments

Praying for your family. Nothing can separate you from the love of God...life cannot, death cannot...Thank you, Lord. Please keep your hand upon this family.

Name:

Christine

Date:

14 Aug 2006

Time:

08:56:42

Comments

Hey Jarod, I don't know if you sent that butterfly to visit us at lunch on Saturday but it sure made me think of you. It made me a little sad that your Dad and Jacob could see the butterfly but I couldn't. They described it to me, but it wasn't the same. I didn't get to see it at all until it flew away. Just like you. Anyway, you were with me for the rest of the day after that - at least in thought. I wish you could have really been there. Keep an eye on us down here and give some squeeze hugs to everyone up there.

Name:

Ethan

Date:

12 Aug 2006

Time:

01:30:21

Comments

Hello. I visited Jarods site about a year ago. I was just sitting here and i remembered your site! I tried so hard but couldnt help to cry. It makes me realize just how lucky i am. I hope your family is doing well. I wish you the best.

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Date:

24 Jul 2006

Time:

10:21:38

Comments

Hey Jarod, I'm worried about your mom. I know you are watching over us all, but sometimes its hard to feel it when we are sad. Send her some strength, love, and white light.

Name:

Paige

Date:

21 Jul 2006

Time:

12:52:57

Comments

I am thinking about you today. Your Mom just lost her step-mom and I am thinking that Sandy is up there giving you a great big hug for all of us! Somehow it makes me feel a little bit better knowing that you have lots of people up there to give you hugs and kisses. We all love and miss you so much!

Name:

MJ

Date:

15 Jul 2006

Time:

01:08:47

Comments

I have been to your site many times and just returned to see any updates...the video absolutely broke my heart. I pray that God has somehow helped your family begin to heal. Jarod is beautiful.

Name:

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Date:

14 Jul 2006

Time:

09:35:15

Comments

Missing you so much today-as always! Love you biscuit! XOXOX

Name:

Jessica

Date:

10 Jul 2006

Time:

15:34:41

Comments

Hello Jarod i really don't know you but i go to school with Jacob and i just wanted to say that what happened was terrible and i am truly sorry and that everyone including me and other people you dont know will always keep you in our prayers we all love you Jarod...

Name:

Carol

Date:

07 Jul 2006

Time:

18:03:34

Comments

Hi.......can feel the love here. Sending my heart and my tears for your loss. Words cannot suffice.......life can be difficult..without meaning! And human nature is to question Why, Why, Why?? Thanks for sharing your handsome Jarod. The Best to you!

Name:

John F. Podojil

Date:

25 Jun 2006

Time:

13:37:22

Comments

Both my wife and I send our prayers to you and your family. We have worked with schools across the United Sates and Canada trying to make Superintendents and Principals realize the importance of safety. Most of the time when we find hazards in schools, they still go uncorrected and in the end, childeren are injured. Hopefully because of your call for action, Jarod's Law will spread to other states. Children need to have a safe learning environment in which to learn, play and interact. I will be sending you a copy of my book entitled "I Am A Teacher, Motivational Quotes for Teachers", both my wife and I taught in Washington State and had a student that was a bit crazed and killed his Mother, nephew (18 months old) and several other folks. We realized after the incident it could have been us. Mr. Bennett, I have worked extensively with an organization called "Passports to Safety" started in Canada by a man named Paul Kells who lost his Son to an accident. I hope you will look at his web site and perhaps help me in spreading this endeavor in the United States. The web site is: www.passporttosafety.com. Our hearts are with you and your family. What you have accomplished in Jarod's memory is admirable. No youngster should ever be exposed to unsafe conditions at anytime, especially in a school environment where we entrust others to keep them safe. We as parents believe that we are sending our children to safe areas where prople will care for our children as they would for their own but in reality, they do not and hazards stay in schools where children like your own are either is seriouly injured or worse killed. Once again our prayers are with you and our website is www.podojilconsulting where we will put a link to your website and my email is jpodojil@podojilconsulting.com if you ever just need someone to talk to. God Bless, Jack

Name:

Jessica Johnson

Date:

24 Jun 2006

Time:

14:00:25

Comments

Dear Jim and Jenny I was a cheerleader for jarods LWYFL now that i think about it i really miss him. It was so ..... well i cant put it in to words but my best wishes and he was a very nice boy.

Name:

Paige

Date:

23 Jun 2006

Time:

15:41:28

Comments

Hi Jarod! I just wanted to wish you a happy birthday! I miss you! Ryanne is getting ready to have her baby any time now and she has been thinking about you a whole bunch too! We all miss you tons, and wish that you were still here with us. Hugs and kisses.

Name:

Chelsea Schlunt

Date:

19 Jun 2006

Time:

18:54:24

Comments

Happy 9th Birthday! I didn't have internet connection this weekend so I had to wait until today to send you a note, although I did blow you a kiss!

Name:

Jillian Bennett

Date:

17 Jun 2006

Time:

18:21:16

Comments

Happy 9th Birthday Jarod ... i love you .. wish i could see you ... the day is going bye fast we just got back from florida today ... i was thinking about you a lot wish you could have been there . Love your big sis, Jillian

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Jarod's mommy

Date:

17 Jun 2006

Time:

17:57:54

Comments

Happy 9th birthday baby!! I love and miss you so much!!!!! I hope you like the balloons that mommy sent up to you. Love, hugs and kisses, mommy

Name:

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Date:

17 Jun 2006

Time:

09:27:58

Comments

Happy Birthday Jarod Matthew! We miss you so much and cant wait to see you...luy ya lil man...~haley

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Date:

17 Jun 2006

Time:

07:34:05

Comments

Happy Birthday Buddy ... Love Dad

Name:

haley cuffman

Date:

16 Jun 2006

Time:

19:34:03

Comments

your birthday is tomorrow...your gonna be 9..and we all miss you like crazy...luv ya lil guy...~Haley

Name:

Jimmy Frisco Sr

Date:

16 Jun 2006

Time:

03:01:55

Comments

Jim and Jenny, and the rest of the family,I just want to let you know, that this is a site that I visit frequently to realize how much my son means to me as he is deaf, but can now hear since he now has a Cochlear Implant. I get tears in my eyes and cry everytime I come here, but my son JJ is a very curious child and he worries me when he climbs on things when I am not around. I hope I never have to go through an ordeal like you and your family has gone through. I can feel your pain just by visiting your site and seeing pictures of how happy of a child Jarod was. I hope you keep this site up and running so one day soon I will sit my son down and try to explain to him that things like this can happen. Take care and God bless you all and again, Thank you.

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Date:

15 Jun 2006

Time:

23:47:42

Comments

You ran though my mind againtoday. I'm so glad that we crossed paths in life. I hope you're having fun, your family and friends miss you like crazy. I admire them so much for being so strong.

Name:

haley cuffman

Date:

15 Jun 2006

Time:

19:01:06

Comments

hey little man...wow...i was thinkin about so much today and and one of the things i thought of is you...your birthday is on saturday and its so hard to believe your not here..we all miss your smile and laugh so much..your gonna be 9...wow its so hard to believe that i met you and your family 6 years ago and ill never forget walkin by your house and seein you and your dad cleaning the boat...we all miss you so much...Happy almost birthday! lol...luv ya lil guy...~Haley

Name:

Kaycee hopkins

Date:

13 Jun 2006

Time:

19:51:24

Comments

I am so sorry for your loss oce again it was really hard watching jacob in class {4th grade} trying to keep it togeather.Even though i only got to meet him once he was so great and cute and sweet.....i could go on for hours.But i loved jarods smile it was so cute you always saw him with a smile on his face i wish i could have been there to help but i guess god thought it was his time.Even though you only got to spend 6years with him i bet it was a great six years!!!Well i will NEVER forget jarod and i will always keep you in my prayer's!

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SHELLEY HANSON FROM ILLINOISe here

Date:

13 Jun 2006

Time:

06:18:35

Comments

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR SON'S STORY. PLEASE KNOW HE IS WATCHING OVER YOU AND YOU WILL MEET AGAIN. ALL MY BEST TO YOU AND YOUR WHOLE FAMILY!!!!!!!

Name:

Chelsea

Date:

01 Jun 2006

Time:

18:39:51

Comments

You have been on my mind so much lately, little guy. Nothing makes sense right now. There is so much hurt on earth. I just have to keep remembering that you are in heaven, where there is no crying, there is no pain, and where you can be completely happy. You deserve to be completely happy, Jared. I keep having this image in my mind of the moment that you recongnized your Uncle Bob as he entered heaven. I have to believe that you are with your family and that you, Bob, and Kiki are all laughing and telling jokes right now. You are sitting on Kiki's lap and she is giving you hugs and Bob is telling you to keep your feet off the couch. We all miss you. I can't wait to see you again.

Name:

sadgirl575

Date:

01 Jun 2006

Time:

10:39:29

Comments

I understand what it feels like to lose someone. Always remember that God is with you!:) You will always be in my heart and in my prays.Age10

Name:

Tonje Elin

Date:

31 May 2006

Time:

17:31:38

Comments

Hi. I don't know any of you, but I stumbled over this webpage and want to show my respects to both you and to Jarod. I will not try to understand, because I know I can't possibly understand what you have been going through, but I want to tell you how sorry I am for your loss, and I will keep you all in my prayers. Tonje Elin

Name:

Jacob

Date:

30 May 2006

Time:

14:44:29

Comments

Hi Jarod I have been thinking of u so much. your birthday is in18 days I will always talk t u JMB forever

Name:

Kori Faul

Date:

23 May 2006

Time:

15:17:15

Comments

Hi.Im a friend of Jacob and is in his class this year.Im very sorry for your loss.Always remember though he is always with us in our hearts.

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Date:

23 May 2006

Time:

12:38:46

Comments

Thinking and loving you each and every day .... Love Dad

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nick carroll, blake hunter

Date:

22 May 2006

Time:

11:03:14

Comments

we are sorry for all you've have to go through yhe past 3 years we hope you get throght this time of need

Name:

Blake

Date:

22 May 2006

Time:

10:58:03

Comments

Hi I'm a friend of Jacobs and I'm very sorry for your loss, and this is a time you need to pray.

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Tyler Riesen Matt Klever

Date:

22 May 2006

Time:

10:54:53

Comments

Jacob, if you need ANTHING email me at favrefan@go-concepts.com Matt K is chickenbon101@go-concepts.com

Name:

nick carroll

Date:

22 May 2006

Time:

10:50:09

Comments

Hi I am a friend of jacob's he is in my class this year he alyays tells me of his brother Jarod and takes me to this web site alot and i just want to say i am sorry for what happened to jarod and i hope you get through this time of need.

Name:

Matthew Klever

Date:

22 May 2006

Time:

10:47:37

Comments

Jacob is a good friend of mine and to see what he has gone through is truly horrible. His brother is one of the kids in the world that have changed many things in a big way. By leaving us he has caused us great sorrow but taught us a great lesson. Keep praying Matthew

Name:

Tyler Riesen ( football '05)

Date:

22 May 2006

Time:

10:42:37

Comments

Hey, I never knew Jarod. He sounds like he was a GREAT kid/brother. After three years i know you guys still need many prayers. You are in my thougth's and prayers ALWAYS. I know he will NEVER be forgoten in the schools and in the city of Lebanon. In my thougths, Tyer Riesen

Name:

jacob bennett

Date:

22 May 2006

Time:

10:29:54

Comments

jarod im always praying for you and i wished this never happened

Name:

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Date:

22 May 2006

Time:

09:33:24

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Thinking of you all each day. After reading Jilian's post.....I wanted to send my condolences for the loss of your Uncle.

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Date:

20 May 2006

Time:

22:05:46

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Hey Jarod, It's been a really sad and lonely week. I've been thinking of you a lot. Could you send us some sunshine in our rainstorm - some laughter in the midst of our tears? Just a breif moment of relief from the constant ache? If anyone can do it, you can - you're the king of fun! I'm going to see your family tomorrow. I'll be sure to give them lots of squeeze hugs.

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Date:

20 May 2006

Time:

21:59:51

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Delisa

Date:

20 May 2006

Time:

19:58:37

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I know how it feels to lose someone you love more than the world.My grandma was like my best friend and she was only 47 and i went to my grandma's boyfriends one night.and i went home that night and i woke up went to my other grandma's and my mom and stepdad came and picked us up after they got out of work i remember my mom coming to me and saying "Delisa I am really sorry but last night your grandma bonnie went to heaven."Then they told me the whole story and she had died around midnight.Then the saddest thing happened!I went to her funeral and walked up to her and i thought she was breathing so i ran to my mom and yelled "She is alive i know she is...she is breathing", then my mom told me she wasn't!So i just sat there and cried!Then i felt so bad for my dad and my uncle.My dad was only 26 when it happened and my uncle was 20(i think)!I still go to bed every night crying because i have a picture i fall asleep to of her!Sad....ANd then yesterday my stepdad was supposed to move out b/c my mom and him got in a big fight and he said he was moving out.He thinks my mom had a boyfriend but she didn't but anyway if you need to say anything you can e-mail me at athletic_punk20052012@yahoo.com or at iluvesome1special44@yahoo.com--Delisa

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Brenda

Date:

19 May 2006

Time:

16:47:49

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I have never forgotten your son. My husband is in the military and we were stationed at Wright-Patterson AFB from 2002-2004. We currently are stationed in Colorado. I read in the news about your son in Dec 2003. It touched me so deeply because we also have a son born in 1997 just like Jarod but also Dec. 19th is our wedding anniversary. Even though I've never signed your guest book before until now - I just wanted to let you know that even though a couple of years have passed, I still remember your son and your family. Sending you my best wishes and praying that you'll feel the Lord surround you with His love and peace. I was happy to read that Jarod's law was signed in Ohio and hope that someday it becomes a national law. God bless you - Brenda, USAF Academy, CO

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Jillian Bennett

Date:

17 May 2006

Time:

01:50:51

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Baby doll ... this week is really hard .... uncle bob is with you now , and everyone down here is having a hard time , just letting you know i was thinking about you alot today. XoXo *Jillian*

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Amber Edwards

Date:

16 May 2006

Time:

19:04:08

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i just wanted to say that i pray everyday for you guys and i think of jarod all the time i have a picture of Jarod hanging up on my wall and i look at it everyday when i walk into my room or when i wake up in the morning and i just think about him all the time and how he was so adorable and had the best personality. i am telling you know one can beat his spunk or personality. i dont know how jillian can deal with it because if i ever lost of my lil brothers or sister i dont think i would be able to handle it like jillian did.And i just want her to know that i am very proud for her and that no matter what i am going to always be here for all of you. and i love you all dearly. you guys mean so much to me. i miss you Jarod. i love you all. <3 amber

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Jillian Bennett

Date:

13 May 2006

Time:

22:18:24

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Hey baby doll , im here at a friends house but i have been thinking about you alot lately ... Alot has happend lately that you have missed and i keep on thinking that you should be here . This summer is jammed packed i wish you were here to spend it with me though. I saw a little boy at the salon and he reminded me of you he was getting angry , but he then started to carry on with a laugh and a happy smile it made me wish i still had the little giggly loveable brother in front of my eyes to hold. I will post more often . I havnt in a while. XoxO *Jillian* (Your big sis)

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JASON YOUNG

Date:

12 May 2006

Time:

19:47:42

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TODAY I RECEIVED A CALL AT WORK FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE WHERE MY 9 YEAR OLD SON GOES TO SCHOOL SAYING THAT A HE WAS ALRIGHT BUT THAT A TABLE FELL ON HIM THAT WAS LEANING UP AGAINST THE WALL. LUCKILY IT WAS ONLY ABOUT A SIX FOOT LONG TABLE AND HE ONLY RECEIVED A LUMP ON HIS HEAD. THAT MADE ME THINK RIGHT AWAY OF YOUR CHILD AND THE CARELESS AND LACK OF COMMON SENSE OF SOME PEOPLE. NOT TO CARRY ON BUT WANTED TO LET YOUR FAMILY KNOW THAT YOU AND YOUR SON ARE THOUGHT OF AND NEVER WILL BE FORGOTTEN. MY CONDOLENCES, AND MAY GOD BE WITH YOU! JASON

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Date:

08 May 2006

Time:

11:59:03

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thinking of you. loving you. loving your family. I wish more than anything that I could have one of your squeeze hugs.

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Jordan Fields

Date:

05 May 2006

Time:

10:44:55

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I just wanted to say hello Jarod and that I miss you dearly. I will see you again someday

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Date:

20 Apr 2006

Time:

00:53:39

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Jim and Jenny- I admire your strength so much. I can only hope that when I have children I can be a parent like you are to Jared. I cant imagine ever going through something like this. Jarod- I miss you buddy. Dont have too much fun without us!

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Chris W.

Date:

18 Apr 2006

Time:

01:10:14

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To Jillian- I'm really sorry about Jarod and he'll be in my thoughts and prayers. I know it's not necessarily something you bring up, but Britt said nothing about this. I would have liked to know about this stuff sooner (i mean, she is my girlfriend and she tells me NOTHING). Anyway, thanks for visiting SF and hanging out with me, I had a great time. God bless your family and may love and hope continue to thrive within it.

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TODD W TRAUTWEIN

Date:

17 Apr 2006

Time:

14:47:47

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MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS HAVE BEEN WITH YOUR FAMILY AND JAROD---MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL IN WAYS ONLY HE CAN UNDERSTAND.

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Chelsea

Date:

10 Apr 2006

Time:

19:06:45

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Hey Jared, it's been a long time since I last wrote to you. I thought about you a lot this weekend because I spent it with your family. I wish you could have been there with all of us. Jake, Hansen, and Dylan would have had so much fun hiking with you and playing X-Box. Your Aunt Pat and I were gathering supplies for Easter and we found a bunch of old plastic eggs with your name on it. I'm going to hide one for you this Sunday! I miss you and love you very much.

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Date:

06 Apr 2006

Time:

15:43:00

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i think of you alot, little buddy, i miss you

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Scott

Date:

29 Mar 2006

Time:

15:59:56

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Back visiting your site again. Here is a link to a pastor's memorial service for his daughter who passed away. I believe his words will help with some healing. http://www.joncourson.com/teaching/teachingsplay.asp?teaching=T253 God bless your family.

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Date:

28 Mar 2006

Time:

23:32:19

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What a wonderful life he seemed to live, and how lucky you were to be able to share it with him! I was so touched looking at this site. God bless you.

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Jillian Bennett

Date:

28 Mar 2006

Time:

09:49:20

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hey baby doll... im @ school in study hall and just was thinking about you ... hope your ok well im sure you are just wanted to let you know that i was thinking about you a lot and i really miss you !!!! I love you baby . Xoxo *Jillian* aka your big sis.

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Mya

Date:

27 Mar 2006

Time:

21:00:57

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Hey. I just saw this site, and I literally started crying after reading everything.. Jarod sounds like a great kid. If only I had met him! Maybe if I had met him he could have made me less afraid of bugs. Seems he had that effect on people. He sounds like he was and is still very outgoing. Going through people's minds everyday. I wonder if he ever gets tired!!! All that running (through people's minds all day).. must be tiring. Well, I think I'm going to come to this site every week now, just to read or see more and learn more about your son Jarod. And Jarod, if you are reading this, you keep watching over your friends and family. Maybe I'll go to heaven and finally have the honor to meet you. So save me a spot up there kiddo. We can play some sports together. God bless you all. And if you'd ever like to talk, my email is: mya_ov2010@yahoo.com or writing_my_soul@yahoo.com

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Tyler Brown

Date:

23 Mar 2006

Time:

10:29:11

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hey i havent said anything for awhile i miss seeing jared here wen u guys cme over. At night time he always wanted me to go catch lighting bugs with him and we always had alot of fun doing it . well i am at school so i guess i will write again i love u guys bye

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KT

Date:

22 Mar 2006

Time:

20:08:15

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Each time I visit this page I am overwhelmed with the power that Jarod possesses. I still remember how he could walk into a room and light it up with his smile. I wish I had known him better. God bless you Jim, Jenny, Jillian and Jacob, youre always in my heart.

Name: Connie Hach

Date: 22 Mar 2006

Time: 16:22:36

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My heart aches for you. I also lost a child, my daughter Ashley Hach, and have attened Fernside with both of Jarod's parent's. Thank you in your grief for helping others. I am trying to do this same thing with Ashley's situation. Until this happens to you it is too easy not to take action, maybe because these things bring such dangers to light. God Bless you and your family. I know the pain will never leave but I hope you are given strength each day to deal with it. Blessings and light, Sincerely, Connie Hach

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BT

Date:

16 Mar 2006

Time:

21:05:25

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I heard about your devastating story while attending my son's youth football game in Greenville OH, but am just now coming across your site. Your tribute to Jarod is amazing, and you should be proud of the work you have done to keep his memory alive. I find that the entries from his big sister especially touch my heart, bringing tears to my eyes with each one that I read. Please know that your courage and strength will continue to touch people's lives, and you have been an inspiration to many. You will be in my thoughts and prayers, and may God Bless You.

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Paige

Date:

13 Mar 2006

Time:

13:33:13

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Jarod, I am thinking about you today and every day. We all miss you so much! Today is a stormy day with a whole bunch of great clouds that I am sure you would find lots of great shapes and pictures in. Your imagination was one of the greatest, and I am so happy that I got the chance to be a part of your life.

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Paul Rainey , Canada

Date:

13 Mar 2006

Time:

00:18:44

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Hello ...My brother and sister-in-law lost there son Eric twelve hours after his birth . I found this very touching site you have both prepared and cared for for Jarod purely by accident . I didn't know Jarod or my nephew and reading the thoughts that you have expressed with such love have reminded me of my own sadness but in a way that Helps me let go of it as well as my heart goes out to you both . Thankyou , I hope there is some peace for you in knowing this. Paul

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Kristy Downing

Date:

11 Mar 2006

Time:

12:38:05

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Hi its me again just want to send my love to you and may god be with you!!!!! I pray for your family every night and I know Jarod is watching over all of you. I am bored so I came on to say hi to Jarod and his family. I hope I get to see Jacob again soon somewhere I think he goes to Berry if he does I will probably see him. BLESS YOU ALL YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS.

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Kristy Downing

Date:

10 Mar 2006

Time:

19:06:43

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Hi I am a friend of Jacobs and Jarods. I went to school with jacob and he was in my class for four years and I know so much about Jarod because Jacob always talked about him. I will always remember that he loved bugs and he always carried insects around. Even though I didn't meet him but just a couple times I can't believe this happened and he was just so young. I don't know if Jacob remembers but I was the one that moved to Kentucky, fall of 2003 right before Jarods death. I an 12 years old and I stayed in Kentucky for 2 years but I moved back to Ohio and I used to live on Cincinnati Ave. before I moved. I will always remember Jarod and I will always love him! I will always remember his smile and the way he laughed. He was a sweet boy!

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Lyn Anne Barry

Date:

09 Mar 2006

Time:

07:03:23

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When Life Gets So Hard I wanted to find some words on a card. That would help to get thru it when life gets so hard. It seems you can't bear it - perhaps can't go on - When deep in the heart there's no trace of a song. Some words that would comfort - when late in the night the trials return and - you're too tired to fight. Or the tears flow so often it seems you'll run dry. And life gets so tough that you just want to die - Or at least go and hide - where you're safe from all pain. Someplace you can rest 'til you find joy again. What are the words you so need to hear - That will help and will heal and remove all the fear - That builds up inside 'til you think you'll explode - What are the words that will lighten the load? If only I knew the right words to say. To encourage and Bless you or comfort some way. I know not the words but this I can do. I shall offer up Prayers to the Father for you.

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Donna Howlett

Date:

02 Mar 2006

Time:

11:51:35

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Your photos show an adorable, bright, happy young boy who was very much loved by his family. I'm so sorry for your loss. I can only imagine the pain of losing a child. God be with you.

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Jillian Bennett

Date:

27 Feb 2006

Time:

14:46:28

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hey baby doll ! Just got back from Utah the RoCkiES. Just thinking about you alot today . Looking at your pictures wishing everything would have been ok . Love you! XoXo *Jillian*

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Jennifer Reddick

Date:

27 Feb 2006

Time:

09:08:02

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Dear Bennett Family, My name is Jennifer Reddick. My daughter,Michaela,was in Jarods' first grade class. I am the one who posted information on my sons carepage about Jarod. It was back in Dec. of '05. I wanted to bring greater awareness to your website and the tragic accident that occured. I would be honored if you would take the time to visit my sons carepage. I am not sure if you know anything about carepages, but it is like an online support group for parents whos child has a medical condition. My son has had two open heart surgerys. If you would like to visit his carepage name is peanutsheart(no spaces)If you would rather I remove Jarods story please e-mail me at geo7337@go-concepts.com and I will do so. God bless you.

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Jacob S. Bennett

Date:

25 Feb 2006

Time:

23:52:19

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I am terribly sorry to hear about what happened to Jarod. I came across this page on accident and started to read. Needless to say the more I read the more i cried. Even though I have never directly felt your pain it feels real in my heart. I send my prayers and hopes to your Family.

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Kristin Aitken

Date:

25 Feb 2006

Time:

18:39:31

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I was brought to your website in a very round about way, while on a carepage for a little boy with a heart condition and I believe his sister went to school with Jarod. Your story is very tough to read and very scary and real. Thank you for sharing it and all your efforts in making schools safe. My deepest sympathy for your loss. Kristin from Connecticut

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Evelyn McAdams

Date:

25 Feb 2006

Time:

09:26:30

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This site was very touching, I'm at a loss for words. I'm also trying to bring awareness to the schools regarding these tables in the cafeterias. I was stunned to see that where my 9 year practices for basketball these tables are still up against the walls, for some strange reason the response is silence or maybe the school thinks I'm just being a trouble maker. My son was pushed into one of these tables during a practice game, fortunetly the xrays showed no fractures just a contusion and a bruised shoulder. I will continue to press this issue until something is done about this. I think of Jarod all the time and how this all could have been avoided. We'll keep you in our prayers.

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Evelyn McAdams

Date:

25 Feb 2006

Time:

09:26:07

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This site was very touching, I'm at a loss for words. I'm also trying to bring awareness to the schools regarding these tables in the cafeterias. I was stunned to see that where my 9 year practices for basketball these tables are still up against the walls, for some strange reason the response is silence or maybe the school thinks I'm just being a trouble maker. My son was pushed into one of these tables during a practice game, fortunetly the xrays showed no fractures just a contusion and a bruised shoulder. I will continue to press this issue until something is done about this. I think of Jarod all the time and how this all could have been avoided. We'll keep you in our prayers.

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Date:

21 Feb 2006

Time:

20:22:43

Comments

Just stopping by to visit Jarod again...to feel the power that he held/holds.

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heather poynter

Date:

17 Feb 2006

Time:

15:15:56

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hello i am a friend of elsie jarods grandmother i have been following this painful process i only want to say i dont know how u feel i can only understand it i am a mother as well and dont think i could bare the pain of losing my daughter you both as parents were strong and brave to do as u have done be proud in what u have done and what he (jarod) was able to accomplish i stand by the decions u have made and will remain to here to listen to all and any new stories u are able to tell i am sorry for your lose. rest in peace jarod

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laura taylor and family

Date:

16 Feb 2006

Time:

14:33:52

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Hi , I am so sorry for your loss our prayers will always be with you.We have met jarods grandmother elsi and are very good friends with her . We did not know any of this until she had told us.We wish you the best and we will be here for anything that you and your family may need.Elsi is a wonderful person and i will always be there for her too. She is doing her best to pass jarrods law here where we live and i hope it goes well. No one should have to go through what you all are, we thank you for doing what you have done.

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Sally Kohnman

Date:

10 Feb 2006

Time:

13:17:21

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I am so very sorry for your loss. School is supposed to be a safe place for our children. Thank You for making the schools and our nation aware of this. Sally Kohnman RN School Nurse

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Amelia

Date:

07 Feb 2006

Time:

19:52:07

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I want to thank you for fighting to hekp make school safer for my kids in light of your loss. I am deeply indebted to you and you all are in my prayers. I went to meet my sons teachr today and we were in a cafeteria of which they had the newspaper article about jarod posted on both sides of the door and on the other side of the room on a closet. With bright orange around it to draw attention to it. He will always be with you in your hearts.

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Scott

Date:

07 Feb 2006

Time:

16:09:13

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Just came upon your website. My heart is broken for your family. Browsing the pictures and reading about Jarod, there's no doubt he was an awesome boy. I pray my little Elijah continues to be the same. God bless, Scott

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wade a stewart

Date:

07 Feb 2006

Time:

10:52:51

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i too have a little boy i can only imagine the trauma and sorrow ur family has endured my sincere condolences go out too u and yours what a special little boy jarod must have been god bless!!!

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Carolyn Blaszka, RN

Date:

03 Feb 2006

Time:

11:46:48

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Kasey

Date:

20 Jan 2006

Time:

12:06:14

Comments

I just read my LSS news letter and read "Our Thoughts are with:" and looked up the website. The site made me cry, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that the tools that you have acquired through LSS have helped you with some of your pain. I am sure Jarod is your special guardian angel and is watching over your whole family.

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Austin Bellows

Date:

18 Jan 2006

Time:

21:26:12

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Jarod - I think about you often, and how wonderful it would have been if I had met you. I just saw your family not too long ago, we had so much fun! Everyone misses you a lot, but we all know that you are having an amazing time with God in heaven!

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Life Success Seminars Grad

Date:

17 Jan 2006

Time:

18:20:03

Comments

Just received my LSS Newsletter and the connection personalized your tragedy for me. Words cannot convey my feelings for you in your loss............... I have two adult little girls,also LSS grads. I just realized how much I need to call and say I love you.

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leeann

Date:

13 Jan 2006

Time:

19:55:43

Comments

sorry i cant stop wrighting 3rd grade is tough this touched me deeply again GOD BLESS YOU YOU HAD A WONDERFUL SON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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LeeAnn

Date:

13 Jan 2006

Time:

19:46:33

Comments

me again you had such a nice boy god bless you!!!! leeann moore age 9

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LeeAnn

Date:

13 Jan 2006

Time:

19:19:55

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I wish the best for you God bless you!!!!

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Jillian Bennett

Date:

06 Jan 2006

Time:

12:45:32

Comments

hey baby ! so its now 2006 goshhhh time i flying . about 2 more years and im off to college. I really wish you were here with me . You should be here , thats what i keep saying . there are so many nerve recking things going on , and i wish you were still here , i think if you were here , i would be sooo much happier than i have been from when you passed away. Its still so hard. Im at school and i dont have a lot of time but i at least wanted to take the time to say i love you sooooooooo much . and i miss you with ALL of my heart! your big sis, Xoxo *Jillian*

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Date:

04 Jan 2006

Time:

17:54:35

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Haven't written in a long time, but not because I don't think about you. Your absence was felt heavily throughout the holiday season. You would have been so proud...We did somethin' fun almost every day -- Thanksgiving with the family, shopping for the tree, shopping for Dad, watching Christmas movies, Phantom and the Nutcracker, The Christmas pagent, Christmas day, Football on the beach, Tournaments, Gambling, and dancing in Hilton Head. SOOOOOO much fun! SOOOOO many memories! BUT every activity, every event, no matter how much fun was tinged with "Remember when we did this with Jarod? or "Jarod would have liked this" Even when no one said it, I could feel it. My heart cries out for the memories we'll never share. Watch over us in the new year. Love and Blessings.

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Date:

04 Jan 2006

Time:

17:54:23

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Haven't written in a long time, but not because I don't think about you. Your absence was felt heavily throughout the holiday season. You would have been so proud...We did somethin' fun almost every day -- Thanksgiving with the family, shopping for the tree, shopping for Dad, watching Christmas movies, Phantom and the Nutcracker, The Christmas pagent, Christmas day, Football on the beach, Tournaments, Gambling, and dancing in Hilton Head. SOOOOOO much fun! SOOOOO many memories! BUT every activity, every event, no matter how much fun was tinged with "Remember when we did this with Jarod? or "Jarod would have liked this" Even when no one said it, I could feel it. My heart cries out for the memories we'll never share. Watch over us in the new year. Love and Blessings.

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Date:

03 Jan 2006

Time:

12:38:36

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God Bless.