Abigail Michelle Finnegan

Abigail Michelle Abby Finnegan, age 17, of Shiloh, died Saturday, December 19, 2009 from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.
Abby was born November 28, 1992 in Willard. She attended St. Mary’s grade school in Shelby and was currently a junior at Plymouth High School. She attended both Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Shelby and St. Joseph Catholic Church in Plymouth. In her years at St. Mary’s School, Abby was a member of the cherub choir, youth choir, liturgical dance, and the Jets basketball and volleyball teams. She continued her love of sports in high school and was involved in cross country, track, and volleyball, and was currently on the girls’ basketball team at Plymouth High School. She was part of the new drama club at the High School. She was a member of the Stingrays swim team at the Shelby Y for five years, took piano lessons, guitar lessons, baton and dance. She was a member of the Red and Gray 4-H Club and was an officer in FFA – where she especially enjoyed her last two years with her teacher Mrs. Short. She had been a Girl Scout and loved going to the father-daughter dances with her dad. Abby looked forward to the camping trips her family took to Michigan every 4th of July to attend Moto Cross races.
She enjoyed the outdoors, spending time fishing in her uncle’s pond and riding her dirt bike and the Rhino. One of her summer highlights was the Richland County Fair where she pitched a tent, cared for her animals and enjoyed spending time with her friends. She loved her critters – hamster, parakeets, goldfish, bunnies, goats, and especially cats, as she had a habit of bringing home calicos.
Abby had a very generous heart and a perpetual smile. Along with all of her other activities, she always found the time to help with the Shiloh Ox Roast contributing wherever she was needed. Her friends and family meant the world to her and they cherished their times together. Abby was loved by all who knew her, and she will be sadly missed by everyone!
She is survived by her parents: Douglas John and Stephanie Michelle (Sexton) Finnegan; 2 brothers: Zach Finnegan and Zeb Finnegan both at home; Her grandfather: Desmond Finnegan of Shelby; Aunts and Uncles: Glenna and Randy Workman, Jimmy Alsept, Danny Alsept, Timmy Sexton,
Roger and Julie Finnegan (Her Godparents), Tony and Jo Finnegan, Kevin and Gail Finnegan, Colleen and Daryl Mosley; a special aunt: Linda Gayheart; Numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Eva Finnegan, Cletis and Leona Sexton; great grandmother: Lela Patrick; Uncles: Donald Sexton, Cletis Sexton, Jr., Joseph Sexton, and Terry Finnegan.
Friends may call on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 from 1-4 and 6-9 PM at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby where the rosary will be recited at 8:30 PM. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, at 10:30 AM at Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church with Father Nick Cunningham and Father Stan Szybka officiating. Burial will be in Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Cemetery. Memorial expressions may be made to the Abby Finnegan Memorial Fund. On-line condolences may be made to:
penwellturner.com
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: The Riedlinger Family
Date: 09-12-20
Condolence:
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: Pete & Roxanne Petersen
Date: 09-12-20
Time: 21:29:48 -0500
Condolence:
A terrible loss, our thoughts and prayers go out the family.
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Family: Abbie
Name: The Browns
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
I am so sorry for your loss. parent to parent of loseing a child, Breka and Kodi thought alot of her. and will be greatly missed.. thank you for shareing your beautiful child with the world. she made an impression on alot of people and will never be forgotten…
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: Tina
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and yours.
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: The Putman Family
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless!
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Martins
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
So terribly sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful girl and made people smile so often. I never saw her without a smile on her face. The world lost such a shining star. Our hearts go out to you.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Denise (Wilson) Lewis
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
I am so sorry for your loss! So Very sad! The whole Wilson Family is praying for you. I know there are no words anyone can say to make it all better. May God be with you!!!!!
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Rasan Blevins
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
Words cannot express what a loss you are going through at this time. I pray that God will comfort you all during this very difficult time, and give you strength as well. As a big sister I lost my best friend and brother to a car accident in Dec. 2007, so I can identify with the tragedy of losing such a young vibrant person as Abby.
In prayer,
Rasan Blevins
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Bud and Sue Hill
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
Doug Stephanie Zac and Zeb,
I am so saddened by the loss of Abby. She was such a fun-loving and sweet girl. I will never forget when she stayed in Plymouth with one of the girls, when she walked by my house I would get a text and it would say “I see your house”. I would go to the window or door and she would be out front waving to me hollering “Hi Grandma”. I will miss Abby. My prayers and thoughts are with you and all of her friends.
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name:
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
I immediately prayed for your family as soon as I heard about the accident. I didn’t know Abbey, but I see that she was very beautiful. I am very sorry for your tragic loss, and I wish there was someway to relieve the pain, I have been through a similar circumstance and I know the pain is very excruciating. I will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Cindy May-Workman
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Richard , Debbie and Collin Hursh
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
We were so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Although no words can really help ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. May your memories give you strength and you find confort in knowing a angel is watching over you.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Jackie Tallman
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
We would like to send our deepest sympathy to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this dark hour.
From the family of Jackie Tallman, Senior, Monroeville Girls Basketball Player.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: The Bill McVey Family
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
Doug, Steph, Zac, and Zeb,
We will miss Abby! She was a wonderful girl! Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless!!
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Family: Abby
Name: Richard Lee and Elmer Walker
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
Sorry to hear Abby. What a loss to young to be gone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Till you meet again Abby will always be with you. God bless.
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Family: Abigail Michelle Finnegan
Name: Timberly Blaising Clarke
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
Please accept my peace and prayers…
My sister Tyanne Brophy shared your sadness with me and I was compelled to let you know as a mother of two teenagers my heart aches for you.
May God bless you and may you have peace in knowing your daughter touched so many lives in her short time here with you…
Peace and prayers to you,
Timberly Blaising Clarke
Lynnfield, Massachusetts
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: Kimberly (Thomas) Langston
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
I didn’t know Abbey personally, but I wanted to express how sorry I am for your sudden loss, especially just before the holidays. It is so tragic to loose a child, words just can’t fill that void. She sounded like a lovely young lady and I’m sure she will be missed by so, so many. May your faith support you during this difficult period, and in time, may your memories remind you how she’ll always be with you and bring a smile instead of the pain of her loss.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Renee Rinehart
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
I am truely sorry for the loss of Abby. I have a personal memory that will be with me forever. When we built our house, Abby wanted to be the first of Haley’s friends to spend the night. Haley had a slumber party for her 15th birthday and Abby came over. She was so exited to come over and see our house. She came through the door with that smile on her face.As most of us were up most of the night, I came dragging out of bed in the morning and Abby said, “Good morning sunshine” to me. Even with no sleep she was smiling and teasing me. I will cherish those words in my heart always. May the Lord be with your family.Abby will be missed.
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Family: abby
Name: cheyenne gayheart
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
im so sorry for ur lose . i will miss abby very much she was one of my great friends she used to make me laugh at everything ! she was crazy and fun to be around i will miss her very much ! I LOVE U ABBY ! RIP IN PEACE BESTIE ! this is a sad sad time and i wish u guys the best and just know that now she is a beautiful angel and we will all get to see her again someday ! LOVE AND MISS U ABBY FOREVER AND ALWAYS !!!!
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Haley Rinehart
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
I just want you to know my prayers are with you. I will miss Abby and she will be in my heart forever.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Kim (Lepley) Beery
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
I am so sorry to hear about Abby. My prayers and heart are with you during this difficult time.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Jean Isaacs
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
So sorry to hear of your loss; may you receive the support and comfort you need to get thru this tough time. Take one day at a time,and cherish your memories. Sincerely, The Isaacs Family
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Family: Abbey
Name: Thomas & Cathy Finnegan
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
We will have Abbey in our prayers. So sorry for your loss.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Errin Echelberry
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
May God Bless and walk alongside your family in your time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Family: Abigail Fennigan
Name: Rhonda Bolen Endicott
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
I am so sorry about the loss of your beautiful baby girl. You will be in my heart and prayers. God must have needed a beautiful angel and he sure got on. My love and prayers to you all.
I see the countless Christmas trees,
Around the world below.
With tiny lights, like heaven’s stars,
Reflecting on the snow.
The sight is so spectacular,
Please wipe away that tear.
For I’m spending Christmas,
With Jesus Christ this year.
I hear the many Christmas songs,
That people hold so dear.
But the sounds of music can’t compare,
With the Christmas choir up here.
For I have no words to tell you,
The joy their voices bring.
For it is beyond description,
To hear the angels sing.
I can’t tell you of the splendor,
Or the peace here in this place.
Can you just imagine Christmas,
With our Savior, face to face?
I’ll ask Him to light your spirit,
As I tell Him of your love.
So then pray one for another,
As I lift you eyes above.
Please let your hearts be joyful,
And let your spirit sing.
For I’m Spending Christmas in Heaven,
And I’m walking with the King.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Amy and Jim Brown
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
My heart goes out to all of you in this tragedy of losing such a vibrant young lady. You are in my thoughts and prayers. We never know why such things happen. May you cherish your memories and those special times that you spent together.
Love you guys!
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: Audra Eshelman
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
Doug and Steph~
I haven’t talked to you in years, but when I heard about your daughter, my heart goes out to both of you and her brothers. She sounds like a beautiful,loved young lady that has left a “mark” on everyone she met with her sunny disposition. The part about her loving her little “critters” reminds me of my own daughter, which is a trait I love best about her. We will say a special prayer tonight for you and your family. God Bless all of you.
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: Branham Family
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
So Sorry to hear about your lost. I didn’t know Abbey personally but she seem to touch so many lives how proud you must be. She must have been a true angel. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and may god be with you through this tragic time.
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: Margaret Golledge
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
Dear Stephanie and David.
I just heard of your terrible loss and my thoughts and sympathy go with you. Be strong. I know you will be surrounded by family and friends who can support you. Remember the good memories always. Margaret
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: The Karl Family
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
With Our Sympathy to You and Your Family. We were so very sorry
to hear of your loss. You’re in our thoughts now,
and in the days to come
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Tom, Sandy and Josh Cole
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
We are so sorry by the loss of Abby. She was such a wonderful sweet girl,who was beautiful on the inside and out. She had a smile that could brighten any ones day. We will miss her & her smile and she will always be in our hearts & prayers. God bless your family and friends during this difficult time.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Bryan Day, Lisa Baker , Tim Mayer and the Shelby Whippet Band Family
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
Dear Finnegan Family
On behalf of the Shelby Whippet Band, we would like to extend our deepest condolences. Although words cannot express the hurt you must feel at this time, please know that each and every student in the Shelby Whippet Band is praying for Abby and your family. Our sympathy goes out to you and yours.
God Bless,
The Shelby Whippet Band
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Michael, Natalie, & Josiah Graves
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
Dear Finnegan Family,
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your lovely girl. We pray that God blankets you with His comfort and allows you to remember your daughter with nothing but beautiful memories together. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & will continue to be through this holiday season.
God bless & love,
Michael, Natalie, & Josiah Graves
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Coach Ted Iceman
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
On behalf of the Mapleton Girls Basketball Team and all our coaching staff, we express our sympathies for the loss of such a vibrant young girl. We are all praying for your family and hope your happy memories give you strength and comfort at this difficult time. May God Bless your family in the days ahead.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Ronald Finnegan Family
Date: 09-12-21
Condolence:
Doug, Steph and Family
We are so sorry for you loss. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. Much love
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: Jeanine Haney
Date: 09-12-22
Time: 07:31:42 -0500
Condolence:
Doug,Steph and family,
I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. My heart goes out to all of you. I pray for comfort and healing for you all. I wish there were words to help ease your pain but I know there are not. I hope your wonderful memories carry you through and bring a smile to ease your pain.
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: The Special Ed Staff at Northmor Schools
Date: 09-12-22
Time: 08:45:48 -0500
Condolence:
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Sandy Ashley
Date: 09-12-22
Time: 22:16:32 -0500
Condolence:
Stephanie, Doug, Zach and Zeb,
My heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your beloved daughter and sister, a beautiful and talented young lady who brightened many lives. May you find comfort and peace in your memories of Abby.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Sherry (Deskins) Browning
Date: 09-12-22
Time: 22:10:37 -0500
Condolence:
I was sadden to hear about your loss. No words could ever take the heartache pain and tears away. Memories can never be taken. My prayers will be with your family.
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Family: Abby
Name: Pamela “Meyers” Veletean
Date: 09-12-22
Time: 20:42:39 -0500
Condolence:
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Daryl Gundrum Family
Date: 09-12-22
Time: 20:03:38 -0500
Condolence:
Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time. We are praying for you.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: The Eldridge Family
Date: 09-12-22
Time: 18:01:09 -0500
Condolence:
Such a terrible loss. Our family’s thoughts and prayers will be with you for many years to come.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: The Archer Family
Date: 09-12-22
Time: 15:00:00 -0500
Condolence:
A beaufiful smile and face will sadly be missed from the halls of P.H.S…Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
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Family: Abby
Name: The Beams
Date: 09-12-22
Time: 13:56:29 -0500
Condolence:
Your family is in our constant thoughts and prayers. Lilly has prayed for Zeb over and over again. Daisy has many fond memories of Abby from being her “reading buddy” at St Marys. No words could express how sorry we are. May peace find you…
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Bob & Natalie Sallee
Date: 09-12-22
Time: 13:47:04 -0500
Condolence:
Doug and Stephanie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: Tim and Amanda Warren
Date: 09-12-22
Time: 11:57:33 -0500
Condolence:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: The Fenner Family
Date: 09-12-23
Condolence:
Doug and Stephanie, We are so sorry for your loss and send our prayers to do. I can’t even image the pain you are suffering. Just know that Abby is an angel. Our sincere condolences to you.
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Family: Abigail Michelle Finnegan
Name: Tom Lewis
Date: 09-12-23
Condolence:
My families prayers goes out to the Finegans on your loss. Abbey always had a smile and a “Smart” comment for me. She had a unique personality that I truely appreciated. She will be deeply missed. Please know that she is in God’s hands.
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Regina and all Oklahoma Finnegans
Date: 09-12-23
Condolence:
Doug, Stephanie, Zach, Zeb, and all cousins, Aunts, Uncles, and Grandpa Des.
The Finnegans in Oklahoma are all terribly saddened by the tragic accident which took Abby’s life. We were all together last night for a Christmas gathering at Melinda’s home and prayed for your family during the time the Rosary was being said. We’re sorry we aren’t able to be there in person but please know we’re there in spirit and are hearts are also aching and go out to all of you.
Christmas is a time to celebrate the birth of Jesus, and His destiny as a man on earth so that we could be with Him for eternity. Your Abby is now with Him and the Angels and Saints and we’ll all be reunited together again; may this give your hearts some peace. We must be thankful for our blessings every day because we never know when something will happen. May “The Holy Family”, Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, be with you to help you at this very sad time.
My heart also goes out to the Firemen who were in the accident with Abby. May you be filled with Jesus’ peace and love in knowing there wasn’t anything you could do to prevent it.
All our love and prayers,
Regina Finnegan
Mark & Stephanie Finnegan and Family
Melinda (Finnegan) & John Nyikos Family
Tim Finnegan
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Jake and Raquel Stephens
Date: 09-12-23
Condolence:
Doug,
I know we lost touch after high school and for that I regret but it felt good knowing that our children found each other and became friends. Zach and Abby’s name was spoken in our house often. I was told that she was a wonderful person inside and out. Sounds like you and your wife did a great job raising her, I regret not meeting her. With the loss of my father 2 years ago i know there is nothing I can say to make you and your family feel better, but know that me and my family are here if ever you need anything. You and your family are in our prayers
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Family: Abby Finnegan
Name: Bernie, Sonja, Adam, Ariella and Alex Ross
Date: 09-12-25
Condolence:
Doug, Stephanie, Zach and Zeb; We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your Abby. We pray that God comforts you and allows you to remember your daughter with nothing but beautiful memories together. I know we have many wonderful many fond memories of Abby. Our thoughts & prayers are with you now and throughout the holiday season.
The Ross’es 22 Pommer Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10304
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Family: Abbey
Name: Kim Barnes(Porter)
Date: 09-12-25
Condolence:
Doug, Flo and boys I know your pain. I too lost a child and know exactly what your going through. I have thought of you guys everyday since the tragic accident. I know your pain when you wake up every morning, the physical hurting of your heart.I promise you it will ease one day even though it seems like it never will at this point.It’s been 18 years for me and I still miss my baby terribly.You will go on and have happy memories of Abbey someday instead of the accident, this I promise you. I wish I had someone during my time of loss to talk to who truly knew my pain. So if there is anything I can do to help you get through this awful time please call me. My number is in Shelby book under Michael Barnes, or I posted my e-mail address. May God be with you and know I am with you also. Kim
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Family: Abbey Finnegan
Name: natasha brown
Date: 10-01-19
Condolence:
Just wanted to say im very sorry for your loss and abbey was a very good freind of mine and will remain in mine and every ones heart. may you walk the lineing of the heaven floors abbey u deserve it….