Wednesday, September 8, 2021
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Words can’t describe this tragic and devastating loss….
however words are all I have…I have known LeighAnne’s family for over 20yrs, originally introduced by my parents but my dad being the direct friend of LeighAnne’s mom, Linda. We would visit often growing up, especially during the summer months to swim in their pool or attend birthday pool parties.
I also babysat LeighAnne and Rachel many times. I have always loved them and am honored that Linda asked my parents permission to name their youngest daughter Rachel Anne after me and her sister (my middle name being “Ann” and her sister’s name ending in “Anne”) this has stuck with me since a child. Linda loved my heart for Jesus and others and wanted her daughter to have a roll model. I am forever flattered and honored by this and it’s always made me feel so close to this family even when years of doing life and losing some touch got in the way. That being said, as soon as I heard the news, I completely lost it. As if he and they were my own family and we lost a member. That’s what happens with lifelong friends…we feel each others pain and I felt and feel this one. LeighAnne has a very special place in my heart and so does her family, including Daniel, their daughter Denver, sister Rachel and mom Linda and I cannot fathom this loss in my heart. I just can’t. It’s like it’s not real. It’s a nightmare.
I’m grieving with them and for them and will be by their side in prayer and to help in any way I possibly can. Linda, LeighAnne, Daniel, Denver, Rachel, myself and my 2 girls were all going to be getting together for a last end of summer pool day and now this. Life is not fair, it’s not. My heart is with all the incredible people I listed above and also Daniel’s parents, family and friends who I didn’t know. I am incredibly sorry for this loss. My heart is broken.
May God’s comfort and peace be with you all and may you feel his loving arms wrapped around you through family and friends as life moves forward. Love to y’all ❤️Rest In God’s Peace Daniel❤️
