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Shannon
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We are
devoid of words, but full of prayers for you all. Praying for God's
continuing comfort - and for the rest and peace that can only come from
knowing what loving hands are holding Ben....
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I am so
very sorry for your loss and I know there are no words that can ease
your pain but God never gives us more than we can bear. Ben's life will
forever be in my heart and will change how I look at the world. I am
sure you have heard the song God's will by Martina McBride but it always
makes me think of Ben. Your family will remain in my prayers and
thoughts, Jessica Goode
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February
25, 2005 |
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Cameron
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I am a
thirteen year old boy who wishes the best for you and hope you will be
able to get over these hard times he is in a better place and i will
pray for you and little Eli i just wanted to tell you that BIG BEN made
an important change to me it made me realize there are worse things in
life dont think about yourself think about others too i just wanted to
say thanks for the impact that you and your son put on me
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February
25, 2005 |
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Melinda
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Cordova
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To the
Bowen family, Thank you for the faith, courage and humility you have
shown in sharing "Big Ben" with so many. His life was short here on
earth but eternity with Jesus is his deserved reward. May the peace and
love of our Father sustain you in these difficult days.
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February
25, 2005 |
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catrina
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Big Ben .
your going to be missed more then worlds can express. I lay here crying
as I feel as i have lost a member of my family. You are my hero! you
will forever be missed and loved. never forgotten. I love you auntie
trina
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February
25, 2005 |
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Toni Lynn
WQBE |
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Dear Tom,
Jennifer and Eli...the littlest man brought the biggest smiles and
touched all who knew him and more who didn't...his bravery and courage
have changed me and I know countless others as well. Please know that my
daughter Chandra, grandchildren Joshua, Lauren and Emmalee have you in
our hearts and prayers. Ben is now playing with Hanna at the feet of
Jesus. What a sight that must be. If there is anything we can do for you
please let us know...all of us at WQBE will be praying for the family
and we hope that in your loss you find a peace and comfort. The love and
support you need will be there as will the beautiful smile that touched
so many of Big Ben. God peace be with you, Toni Lynn WQBE
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February
25, 2005 |
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Ashley
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I'm very
sorry for your loss. I have been following his story for a while and
always read the updates. I feel like I have lost a member of the family
as well. I will remember your family In prayer.
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Dear Tom,
Jennifer and ELI, I am praying for your strenghth in the coming days. I
am so very truly sorry to hear of your loss, but happy that sweet Ben
will no longer have to suffer. He has won his race. Ben will continue to
change lives for years to come. I have no words to help you tonight but
I can pray for you all and I will. With love and the greatest respect,
Wendy
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I am so
sorry for your loss. I can only imagine Ben home now with Stanton,
Aaron, Zoie and Miss Hannah (along with the others before him). I am
certain that Hannah is showing him the way. God picked a perfect angel
to look over you Tom and Jennifer. my heart will continue to break for
you. I will pray that Eli can now be a little boy (although his
experiences will forever change him). I pray that your family can find
peace and know that Big Ben touched lives (like mine) of people that
have never met you or him, but found you through the grace of God. May
God continue to bless you in the days and weeks to come as you long for
your little man. Take peace in knowing he is no longer suffering.
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February
25, 2005 |
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Suzanne
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I just
wanted to say that my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this
time. I had a nephew and a niece who both passed away with cancer. I
read your story. Isn't it amazing how the life of someone can touch so
many. I hope God blesses your family and helps you all to find peace in
your loss. I have a 2 yr. old son myself. I am thankful for him every
second of everyday. When my son was born all I could do was cry and
thank God for such a special gift. My tears are falling for the your
little man and for your loss. May God bless you all.
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February
25, 2005 |
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"Peace,
peace, to those far and near," says the Lord. "And I will heal him." -
Isaiah 57:19 Play in peace Ben..
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Many
little ones have crossed my path but none will shine as bright as Big
Ben. Tonight my heart is broken and my life is forever changed. Tomorrow
our hearts will still be broken but we can rest in the assurance that
NOW, Ben is indeed painfree. I'm certain he ran boldly into the arms of
Jesus!
Thank you
father for Bens complete healing and for bringing to us such a shining
example of your love and compassion in The Bowens.
Father
please continue to hold them close. Whisper softly words of comfort to
Eli that he may know your love for him. Wrap them all in the strength
and courage that only you can provide.
I love
you Tom, Jennifer, Eli, and Ben. Thank you for sharing your family and
sweet boy with me. My prayers continue for you today and always.
Rest
well baby boy for one day we will all be together in heaven. What a day
that will be.
Love
you guys
Trina
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February
25, 2005 |
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Rosa
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My heart
aches for you right now. I will never forget your Big Ben. My family
wears their Big Ben band proudly. Also, Ben won his battle on my sons 16
birthday. I will easily remember his life and celebrate it each year.
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February
25, 2005 |
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Mary
Therese Luedke |
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Dear
Jennifer, Tom and Eli, I am saying many prayers for your family tonight.
I am so sorry that you have lost Ben's physical presence here on earth.
All week I have been thinking of what the moment would be like for Ben
when he "ran to Jesus". I am sure it was a GLORIOUS moment for him!!!!
Thank you for sharing his story with the world.
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February
25, 2005 |
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April
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Heaven is
much sweeter. Praying tonight for your comfort as we all are more and
more homesick all the time. So thankful for that blessed hope.
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February
25, 2005 |
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Sharon
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Tom,
Jennifer, Eli: Our hearts share your loss. Lam.3:22 It is of the LORD'S
mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.23
They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness. 24 The LORD is my
portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him. 25 The LORD is
good unto them that wait for him, to the soul that seeketh him. 26 It is
good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of
the LORD.
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February
25, 2005 |
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Sonja
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Tom,
Jennifer and Eli, I am so very saddened to hear of Ben's passing. I
can't begin to imagine your sorrow tonight. I take comfort in knowing
that Ben is no longer suffering. Thank you so much for sharing Ben's
story. You've had a wonderful impact on my family's life. As always,
I'll say my prayer for you tonight.
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February
25, 2005 |
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Debra
Pauley |
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Tom,
Jennifer & Eli, I send my deepest sympathy to you all this evening. I am
so Thankful that Ben is in the arms of our Heavenly Father tonight and
to know one day there will be a great reunion where we can all meet
again. Tom and Jennifer I commend you on being the wonderful parents
that you are. What great Faith and Strength you have showed us all.
Thank you also for sharing Ben's story and life with us. We will always
be grateful to have known this Beautiful Angel. I pray now God will give
you rest and comfort. God Bless little Eli ...We Love you all.
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February
25, 2005 |
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mackenzie
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Im so
sorry to hear the news.I have a close one that i lost from cancer.I know
its hard and depressing but we got to go on with life.Ben's in a better
place now.Looking over all of us.Im sure he feels much better,No more
pain or fear.I'll keep your family in my prayers.Im very sorry to hear
the new's.He was a strong boy i couldn't imaging living life as a baby
like that.And you are strong parents to keep your heads high and have
faith in God.God wouldn't take our loved ones if it wasn't time.We will
all get to see him again.God Bless You. Love & Prayers, Mackenzie
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We'll be
thinking about your family
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February
25, 2005 |
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Sandra
Burdette |
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mamiesan@msn.com
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Charleston |
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As I read
the latest update, tears just started to flow. Heart break because of
your loss of Ben, yet joy that he is no longer in pain and he is in the
arms of Jesus. I can't thank you enough for sharing Big Ben with me. He
touched my heart in ways words just can't describe. Such a brave and
loving boy. That smile will always remain in people's minds & hearts
around the world. Tom, Jennifer & Eli. What an inspiration you all have
been. God bless you all and may his loving arms stay around you and hold
you close at this time. I will still pray for your family. Be proud of
the parents you are. You did everything any parent could do for their
child. Ben knew most of all how much he was loved. May Ben rest in the
arms of our Lord Jesus Christ. Much love & prayers to the Bowen family.
Goodbye sweet Ben. The world nor I will ever forget you. I'll meet you
someday in heaven & we'll walk those streets of gold together.
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February
25, 2005 |
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Tawnya
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I am
deeply saddened by your loss. Ben was a true hero. Through his story so
much good has been done for so many. Eli now has a glorious guardian
angel. Praise God that there was such a boy as Ben Bowen. Much love to
you!
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February
25, 2005 |
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Kelly,
Corey, Craig, & Cameron Smoot |
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kaksmoot@yahoo.com
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Chesapeake |
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Our
hearts are heavy when we think of your loss. We are thankful that Ben is
safe in the arms of Jesus. May God's love and peace surround you all in
the days ahead. We will still be here praying for you and will never
forget "Ben's Story".
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February
25, 2005 |
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Bolneo Family |
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Tom,
Jennifer & Eli, We are so very sorry for your loss. We hope and pray
that you find peace and comfort during this difficult time. Ben is an
inspiration and will never be forgotten. His legacy will live on. You
are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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February
25, 2005 |
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Lara
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Huntington |
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My
thoughts and prayers are with you all. When I first read Mike's words, I
felt a sort of relief and peace for Ben, and I know I SHOULD feel relief
and peace for him, but I'm still so sad at the news of his passing. Why?
Clearly, he's in a better place, so why should I be sad? I suppose it's
only human. Jennifer, Tom, and Eli, I'm holding you close in my heart.
Ben, I hope to meet you some day in heaven. (My Big Ben bands came in
the mail today...they mean even more to me now.)
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