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February
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Jo-Anne
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cornwall
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Canada
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Thank you
for sharing your family and your story with the world. The impact is
immeasureable!!! I am praying that God will carry you through your pain
and grief. The world mourns with you in the loss of your son.
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I am so
sorry for your loss, its a time for sadness but yet a little relieved
the pain is gone from Ben. He is with Jesus now probally Running. We
have never met but I really feel I know you and came to love Big Ben he
will be missed. My prayers are with you all, especially in the next few
days. Eli sweety my Jesus be with you also and get you through you are
one strong boy. Lots of prayers Laurie.
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February
26, 2005 |
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Susan
Alton |
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Columbia
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Maryland
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USA
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We
received our Big Ben Bracelets yesterday, Feb 25th :-). They will
forever hold a special meaning to us and remind us of your brave little
boy and the impact he has made on our family as well as others. I've
been checking daily for updates on Ben and when I awoke this morning it
was the first thing on my mind. He was such a little miraculous being
with a huge purpose here on earth. I know he has made ME look at things
differently. Your family's faith is still an inspiration to us. We will
be praying for you all! I can only imagine the pain you must feel
inside. God Bless you! (((HUGS)))
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February
26, 2005 |
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brenda
goodman |
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huntington |
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it will
be worth it all....all sorrows will erase...WHEN WE SEE CHRIST
!!!!!...What a day that will be when our Saviour we shall see....( my
heart is aching But I will keep on PRAISING HIM..and indeed Heaven is
sounding ''sweeter''everyday...Thank you,Jennifer and Tom for sharing
this incredible ''saga'' with us...it has made a difference in my
life...will continue to pray as you face new challenges ...
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We would
like to say we think of you often.Aclose friend of ours was diagnosed
with a brain tumor the same time. She is doing well now.And our heart
goes out to you.
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Date
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February
26, 2005 |
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Name
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Lena
Clark |
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Email
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grandmalmc@yahoo.com
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Coal
Grove |
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Ohio
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USA
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Tom,
Jennifer and Eli, May God touch you with his comfort, peace and grace. I
can't begin to understand your grief. 2/25/05 was the six month mark of
my mom's death. I know Ben has a wonderful "grand ma" to watch over him
in heaven til you get there. Mom will love having a little boy to care
for til we get there with her. I admire you for all you have done for
your faith and strength you have shown. There is a reason, we may never
know here on earth, but...I believe. God's peace Lena (form Golden
Girls)
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Date
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February
26, 2005 |
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Name
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Lena
Clark |
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Email
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grandmalmc@yahoo.com
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Coal
Grove |
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Ohio
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Tom,
Jennifer and Eli, May God touch you with his comfort, peace and grace. I
can't begin to understand your grief. 2/25/05 was the six month mark of
my mom's death. I know Ben has a wonderful "grand ma" to watch over him
in heaven til you get there. Mom will love having a little boy to care
for til we get there with her. I admire you for all you have done for
your faith and strength you have shown. There is a reason, we may never
know here on earth, but...I believe. God's peace Lena (from Golden
Girls)
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Date
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February
26, 2005 |
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Name
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Brenda
King |
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Bren48@adelphia.net
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Winfield
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" Little
Ben " Little Ben won, he did beat all odds, You see, he went on home to
live with God. The angels came and took him away, His battle with cancer
ended yesterday. His little body had been through enough, A brave little
trooper, although his life was tough. Each day was a battle, but yet he
would smile, His tragic story was followed, mile after mile. His family
grieved and hid the tears they cried, Mom and Dad, through it all right
by his side. Each day with him, tore their world apart, They never once
let him see, it was breaking their heart. His little brother seemed to
understand, That for little Ben, God had a greater plan. Little Ben, He
was a miracle no doubt, He has taught so many others what Love is about.
The world has followed this little boy's story, From the time it started
till yesterday when he went home in glory. His Mom and Dad, posted a
website for the world to see, Not everyday of little Ben's life was a
tragedy. Oh yes, he had bad days, but he also had good
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Date
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February
26, 2005 |
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Laurie
Johnson |
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Email
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gardentm@aol.com
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Brookfield |
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Illinois
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Tom,
Jennifer and Eli, Our hearts are heavy for you but its strange at the
same time we rejoice that Ben is with Jesus and no longer in pain. We
have been so moved by your family's story. Tom your words on Ben's home
page hit me the first time i read them - "Saying that we believe in God
is easy. But demonstrating it by believing God isn't always that simple.
Think about that." These three sentences have had a profound impact on
how I view things. Thank you for helping me finally "get it". God has
worked through your family in such as special way. Eli, we continue to
pray for you...you are so special. Believing with you, Laurie Johnson
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We wanted
to say that we think of you often. Also,that you had a very brave little
boy.
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i'm so
very sorry for your loss, please know your all in my heart
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February
26, 2005 |
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Callie
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calliejane1135@yahoo.com |
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Warner
Robins |
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Georgia
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Hello, I
am so sorry to hear about Ben. It just breaks my heart to hear that he
has passed away. Although it is a sad thing it is also great to know
that he is no longer suffering and that he is having the time of his
life in heaven.I know this is a difficult time but witht the awesome
faith that you all have i know that you will make it through. I am
praying for you guys as well as Eli. Callie
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February
26, 2005 |
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Christi
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Lanes |
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Bowen
family I am so sorry for your loss. I turned on the news today and that
is how I found out it just breaks my heart. I think that God knew that
Ben was in such pain that he knew it was time to relieve him of that.
Now he can be somewhere there isn't any pain. I know this is a hard time
for you and I want you to know that you are in my thoughts, my heart and
my prayers. I am so sorry.
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Date
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February
26, 2005 |
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Rita
Ontiveros |
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Email
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ROntiveros@AOL.com
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Home Page
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San
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CA
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To the
Bowen Family I am so sorry for your loss! I have followed Ben's story
and pray for him and you. I will continue to do that and pray for the
other children as well. Thank you for sharing his story with everyone!
Still Believing too!
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February
26, 2005 |
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Name
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Rebecca
King |
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Email
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jrking@murlin.com
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Marshall
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Mo
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Thinking
of, and praying for, your family during this time, but knowing that Ben
is FINALLY done with his suffering. Thank you Bowens for sharing your
son with the rest of us. How blessed are we all to have known such a
wonderful little boy and to have learned so much from his story. Rest in
peace baby boy!
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February
26, 2005 |
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Leigh Ann
Pralle |
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Email
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Leeway621@yahoo.com
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Menomonee
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WI
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May God
bless your family and keep you in his care. You are in the prayers of
our family. My heart goes out to you.
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A Lesson
Learned Although she was a professing Christian, a mother became bitter
against God when her four year old daughter was taken in death. Her own
health was failing and it caused her to be sent to a country home for
quiet and rest. While walking through the fields she observed a shepherd
trying to get his sheep from one field to another over a small stream.
They seemed reluctant until he picked up a tiny lamb and carried it over
to safety. Quickly the mother sheep followed and then the whole flock.
Soon she knelt on the grass and prayed: “O Jesus, I thank you for this
sight. I see now why you have taken my darling over the stream, so that
I might follow.” - Author unknown I believe that because of Ben many
will follow him over the stream. May God comfort and strengthen you.
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Date
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February
26, 2005 |
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Name
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Brian
Moss |
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Email
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bemoss@bright.net
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Home Page
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Laurelville |
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Ohio
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My heart
aches for you, as it has ever since I have been introduced to "Bens
Story" In my thoughts and prayers, Tom Jennifer and Eli May our Lord
grant you peace ..........
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I have
been following Ben's story for a couple of months now and my heart is so
sadden yet so blessed by Ben and his family. What a beautiful little boy
and to know that he is running around with Jesus with no pain is such a
comfort. I pray for Eli, Tom and Jennifer and rest of their family. I
know that you are grieving for Ben's death, yet they must be so releived
to not see him in pain anymore. He's in the best arms he can possibly be
in. He's in the arms of Jesus and he's well again, forever and ever. I
pray for God to comfort this family through this time. It is awesome,
the many hearts that Ben has touched to have never known him and mine it
one of them. May God Bless your family. Love & prayers. Chastity
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February
26, 2005 |
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Name
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Cindy
Aldrich |
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Email
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elliottsmama@comcast.net |
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Home Page
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www.caringbridge.org/il/elliott |
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City
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Sandwich
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USA
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My heart
goes out to all of you who have had to endure the saddness of the last
months. I have no words to make it better, no one does but wanted you to
know your son left his mark on my heart ans you will be in our prayers.
I am sure Ben is smiling down on you now and you have your own little
angel to watch over you. Hugs and kisses to Eli...May God bless you all.
With much love Cindy, Elliott and Dan Aldrich
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Date
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February
26, 2005 |
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Jennifer
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twoinlow@yahoo.com
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San
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TX
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U.S.
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My heart
is aching but my spirit knows that Ben truly ran to Jesus and is now
being cradled in His arms receiving the Ultimate Love. I am praying for
you all, especially Eli. Thank you for sharing your story and letting me
into such a personal and aching journey for your family.
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February
26, 2005 |
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Name
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Sheila
Clark |
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Email
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S_Clark@adelphia.net
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Huntington |
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WV
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May you
all find comfort in knowing that Ben has gone to a far better place now
and all his pain and suffering are gone. God has him in his arms and you
will see him again. My thoughts and prayers are with all your family.
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I was
lying in bed last night and saw the news and could not stop crying. I
was sadden by the death of Ben, yet I was so happy to know that he is
with Jesus and is no longer in pain. I have been so touched by Ben's
story. It is awesome to know that this precious beautiful baby boy has
touched so many hearts. I pray for Eli, Tom and Jennifer. I pray that
God will give them peace and comfort through this time. You all are a
special family and have touched so many lives. May God bless you for all
that you have done. Love and prayers, Chastity
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February
26, 2005 |
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The
Grandy Family |
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Email
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ckGrandy@charter.net
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Klamath
Falls |
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Oregon
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Dear
Sweet Bowen Family. I know the Lord has wrapped Big Ben up in his arms.
I pray that you can feel the warmth of his arms around you during this
difficult time. We are thinking of you and praying for you. All our
love, The Grandy Family
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February
26, 2005 |
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PAULA
(BOOTH)PADEN |
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Email
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bopajes@msn.com |
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Home Page
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Wayne
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MY HEART
IS BROKEN FOR YOU . WE CAN SAY ALL THE RIGHT THINGS RIGHT NOW. GOD IS
GOOD ALL THE TIME..ALL THE TIME GOD IS GOOD. WE KNOW HE IS HEALTHY AND
RUNNING AROUND HEAVEN NOW, NO MORE PAIN.. BUT WE ALSO KNOW THAT YOUR
HEART IS BROKEN. EVERYTIME WE SEE THE BLUE BAND ON OUR WRISTS, WE'LL
LIFT YOU UP IN PRAYER. THANK YOU FOR SHOWING US WHAT IS IMPORTANT AND
HOW NOT TO TAKE A SECOND WE HAVE WITH LOVED ONES FOR GRANTED.
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