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Eric John Ward

July 16, 1996 ~ August 22, 2016 (age 20) 20 Years Old
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A candle was lit by Drendia on December 24, 2022 6:26 PM
I read the story of Eric Ward and immediately wanted to paint a rock in his memory and continue to spread the word about him.
I am so sorry for your loss and I pray for you and your family. I’m sure he was a wonderful son and I know you miss him dearly.
Dren. Las Vegas, NV.
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A candle was lit by Mandy on August 31, 2020 8:13 AM
Message from Michelle Nelson
August 29, 2016 5:11 PM

I am very sorry for your loss . Losing a loved one in death is such a difficult thing to experience . Please be comforted by the promises in the Bible . Jesus tells us at John 5 : 28 , 29 that all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out . What a loving provision put in place by the God of all comfort so we can have the assured hope of seeing our dead loved ones live again one day . Meanwhile as I pray for that day to come I ask Jehovah God to bless your family and give each of you the strength to endure this most trying time .
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A candle was lit by Christine & Paul Schoenegge & Guillermo Martinez on August 28, 2016 10:20 AM
Message from John Zang and family
August 27, 2016 1:24 PM

All our prayers are with you.k
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An A GARDEN PATH was ordered on August 27, 2016

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A DIGNITY IN WHITE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on August 26, 2016

May God hold and keep you always. Our deepest condolences. Samantha and Eilene Hinkle And Family

Message from Gordon J. King
August 26, 2016 4:10 PM

Brian, Kendra, and Baylee, I very sorry to learn of your loss and I am deeply saddened. I met Eric when he was a little boy when Brian and I attended the police academy together. It was easy to see he was Brian's pride and joy. I will continue to pray for your family daily that you may find peace in your hearts in this difficult.
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A candle was lit by Gordon King on August 26, 2016 3:58 PM
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A candle was lit by EHOVE Board of Education on August 26, 2016 8:48 AM
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A candle was lit by Denise Hastings Delucio on August 24, 2016 10:15 PM
Message from Justin Smallwood
August 24, 2016 9:39 PM

Omg I'm still in shock over the devastating news this was the saddest news ever Eric was not only a friend but a brother he was a great person I miss his smile and he would always light up a room when he smiled love you guys brain Kendra and Bailey Eric fly high bro you were one of a kind
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An INDOOR GARDEN BASKET was sent on August 24, 2016

Eric's leadership and service inspired so many. There is no doubt that he left this world better than he found it. His legacy will live on for years to come. We will never forget how he truly lived out the TLC motto! Our prayers are with you! Your Teen Leadership Corps Family

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A candle was lit by Rob and Lori Nickester on August 24, 2016 8:18 PM
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A candle was lit by Travis Lane on August 24, 2016 7:10 PM
Message from Travis Lane
August 24, 2016 7:06 PM

He was a real stand up guy, Nice to everyone, He will be missed.
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A candle was lit by Dave Jenkins on August 24, 2016 6:09 PM
Message from Paul and Linda Madison
August 24, 2016 6:04 PM


With a heavy heart that aches for you Kendra and Brian and Baylee, we wish we could help you all with your pain and sorrow , but no words will suffice. May your suffering be short and may peace and love and memories console you. If you need us for anything, we are but a fingertip away. We are full of sorrow and heartbreak. Love you all.
Message from Dan and Dovie Sehlmeyer
August 24, 2016 5:54 PM

Brian, Kendra, Baylee , May God bless you all during this difficult time. We are thinking of you during this difficult time and God Bless !!!!
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A STRUCTURED DESIGN IN RED AND WHITE was ordered on August 24, 2016

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A candle was lit by France family on August 24, 2016 4:53 PM
Message from Catherine Smith
August 24, 2016 4:45 PM

Words cannot even begin to comfort your loss. It was our honor and privilege to have Eric in the flight training program at BGSU and in our aviation family. We are deeply saddened by his passing and can only hope he is flying through blue skies now. You are in our thoughts.
Catherine Smith
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A RAYS  OF SUMMER SUNSHINE was sent on August 24, 2016

With Love from The Fuhrs; Uncle Steve, Aunt Paula, Laura, Paul & Carrie

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A candle was lit by Margaret, Kathleen and Alysia Lloyd on August 24, 2016 12:45 PM
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A candle was lit by Beverly Wicker on August 24, 2016 10:38 AM
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A candle was lit by Mark Zahniser on August 24, 2016 10:16 AM
Message from Shelly, Bryan and your entire Mark Advertising Family
August 24, 2016 8:56 AM

Kendra,
Know that the team at Mark Advertising is praying for you and your family during this unimaginable time. Please lean on us for anything you need either personally or work related. We are here for you.......
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A candle was lit by Brett Holden, faculty member, BGSU on August 24, 2016 7:01 AM
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A candle was lit by Emily Blanton on August 24, 2016 4:35 AM
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A candle was lit by Rachel on August 23, 2016 10:11 PM
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A candle was lit by Carol Zimmerman on August 23, 2016 9:54 PM
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A candle was lit by JASON M. REEL on August 23, 2016 9:23 PM
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A candle was lit by The Hoover Family on August 23, 2016 9:18 PM
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A candle was lit by The Schultz Family on August 23, 2016 6:45 PM
Message from Dr. Cynthia Mahaffey
August 23, 2016 5:02 PM

To the parents, grandparents, family and friends:

I am brokenhearted at the news of Eric's death. He was a student of mine last semester and i found him a smart, gentlemanly, fair and honest young man, who was respected by his peers. He went out of his way to help others in the class and worked very hard. I honor him as a soldier and a man.

Respectfully,

Dr. Cynthia Mahaffey
Bowling Green State University
mahaffc@bgsu.edu
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A candle was lit by Dr. Cynthia Mahaffey, Eric's writing teacher at BGSU on August 23, 2016 4:59 PM
Message from Yvonne Maldonado, Samantha and Eilene Hinkle
August 23, 2016 1:44 PM

May God hold and keep you always.
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A candle was lit by Eilene Hinkle on August 23, 2016 1:42 PM
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A candle was lit by Samantha Hinkle on August 23, 2016 1:42 PM
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A candle was lit by Yvonne Maldonado on August 23, 2016 1:42 PM
Message from Mike and crafton
August 23, 2016 12:45 PM

With our deepest sympathy we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Eric .remember that we love and care about you. Our hearts go out to you in your time sorrow. Love Mike and Heidi Crafton .
Message from Rick and Chastity Heck
August 23, 2016 10:46 AM

I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Message from Melissa Loera
August 23, 2016 10:09 AM

I still have no words...just tears...at the deep loss and grief you must feel. Much love to you all.
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A candle was lit by Sherri Griffin on August 23, 2016 9:58 AM
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A candle was lit by The Trimarche family ♡ on August 23, 2016 9:48 AM
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A candle was lit by Susan & Pete Zimmermann on August 23, 2016 9:38 AM
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A candle was lit by Mar Templeton on August 23, 2016 9:38 AM
Message from Joe and Carolyn Cheek
August 23, 2016 9:26 AM

Our condolences to the family of the sudden passing of Eric. We enjoyed working with him in sports at Margaretta. We do not have enough words to console. May God be your comfort. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Jeff Smith
August 23, 2016 9:13 AM

Dear Brian & Kendra,

There are no words to speak to what you & your family are going through. Life can present so many different hurdles. I cannot begin to offer the condolences needed at this troubling time. In fact there are none. You and Kendra will need to find your own special ways to remember Eric . I deeply apologize for not being able to attend Eric's celebration of life this Saturday. I will be out of town on business that cannot be rescheduled. But please know that my prayers for Eric and you all are heartfelt. I can only hope that you will find peace as time goes on.

Jeff
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A candle was lit by Jeff & Jackie Smith on August 23, 2016 8:58 AM
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A candle was lit by Ryan's on August 23, 2016 8:55 AM
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A candle was lit by Hamiltons on August 23, 2016 2:37 AM
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A candle was lit by Taylor farmer on August 23, 2016 12:19 AM
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A candle was lit by Paul and Linda Madison on August 23, 2016 12:05 AM
Message from Shannon & Ruth. Ally and Kordell
August 22, 2016 11:11 PM

We are praying for you Brian, Kendra & Baylee. So sorry for your loss
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A candle was lit by Dennis & Melissa Wolfe on August 22, 2016 10:10 PM
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A candle was lit by Margie and Alex Ward on August 22, 2016 9:20 PM
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A candle was lit by Sean,Amie,Emma and Abby Martin on August 22, 2016 9:18 PM
Message from Julie and Jason Lehrer family
August 22, 2016 9:15 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We're so very sorry for your loss.
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A candle was lit by Jennifer Genung Rigg and family on August 22, 2016 9:15 PM
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A candle was lit by Becky Bernard on August 22, 2016 8:32 PM
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