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Jackie,
Candy
May 25th, 2009 at 12:00am
What a struggle he has had. But, Patrick is healthy, again, and experiencing the love and peace of being in His presence. God is good.
Stephanie Turner
May 25th, 2009 at 12:00am
Patrick's warm heart and genuine smile is what I remember most about him. He was a blessing from God.
Amy Lutz
May 25th, 2009 at 12:00am
Our sympathy to the McCrary family. Aleene and I have fond memories of Patrick when he was in Fennville schools.
Aleene and Tom Lutz
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
Jackie, now I have to get my own Christmas trees and gingerbread house. And I guess new pots and pans too. I can't say all I want to say right now; but, I think you know how much I needed you in my life. I also hope you knew you were always going to be in our (Devin, Lorna, Victoria and Nate's) life. In, or out of our home. Looking back on the past week there was a reason we kept going back and forth to the doctor's office and everywhere in between. I'm glad we spent that time together. Fennville at the park, momma's grave, and "just watching the cars go by at dialysis". I'll eat an extra plate of spaghetti, lasangne and barbecue for you-remember you stuffed yourself when we had it. If I see someone with a U of M shirt on, I'll knock 'em on the head and say Michigan State all the way. When I dropped you off at the nursing home my last words to you were thank you, I want to add "see you later". Always thought of and loved. Nikki
Nicole Erwin
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
From your cousin in Chicago. I love all of you and I am praying for all of you and I wish that I could be there for all of you. I love all of you and God Bless.
Marilyn S Hardimon
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
Dear Jackie,
Tanya Zucchero
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
Uncle Jackie-
Mark Higgins
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
remember when i balled when u left on the train for maryland that one year? lol it was because my only playmate was leaving, daddy couldnt give piggy back rides and mama wasnt gonna get on a sled with me.
Victoria
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
After reading all of these great postings I know you're looking down at us laughing at the love everyone is showing.
Scott & Lisa McCrary
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
Jackie, wow just to think how long you have been in my life, the crazy conversations we had, and the good cookin at the erwin house. lol You will always be remembered and in our hearts. love you. Erika
Erika Hubbard
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
Hey Uncle J I rememeber those times in that red corsica we used to ride around in burning out on the dirt roads haha and dont worry we still will get a game of madden on for sure on ps2 i still have your comics safe and stored away they will be in good hands. You showed me that living in this cruel world you have to fight and strive to be happy each and every day despite the cirumstances that may come about. one love always pow
Pow
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
Uncle Jackie,
Lisa
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
Jackie, i know your in Heaven but I want you to know i miss you and everything you did for me is still special to me.I hope to see you at your funeral. I LOVE YOU.
lorna erwin ( neice of patrick)
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
Words have always come easily for me, but they fail me right now. I grieve for my cousin [I'll always remember little Jackie] and I hold my surviving cousins in my heart. I remember when all of you were born and I remember seeing all of you mature into wonderful adults who love each other dearly.
Martha Sammons
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
Years from now I will tell my kids and grandkids about how you got me D-rex. You spoiled me and my sisters. I enjoyed how you taught me to draw. You helped me with my racecar for boy scouts. It was fun when we both went to Allegan Dam, to go fishing. I caught my first fish. I was so happy, I didn't know who was happier you are me. You started clapping and laughing. I was scared to unhook the fish, but you did it for me; and put it back into the water. I hope you have a nice time with grandma and granda. love devin
devin erwin nephew
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
Thanks to your influence on my wife, I've watched "Gunsmoke," "The Big Valley" and "Andy Griffith" more than I can count. I won't forget the time we went to see "American Gangster" or how excited you were to talk about "The Unit." Good thing they canceled it, though. Not sure I could watch it the same way anymore. I wish Kristina had more time to spend with you and I wish you had gotten to meet your youngest nephew, Derek. But they'll know plenty about you through Candy's stories. Peace out!
Donnie
May 26th, 2009 at 12:00am
To the family, I must say I enjoyed taking care of Patrick while he was on dialysis. I will miss him greatly, he would always make me laugh. May God bless you all and keep you in his arms.
nancy west
May 27th, 2009 at 12:00am
My prayers are with all of you at this time. I have always looked at brothers/sisters and thought "what is it like to have a close one such as that?" I pray that God will call to remembrance all of your wonderful memories with Patrick. Even though God called him home, you are BLESSED to have shared with him. Love to you all!
Eden
May 27th, 2009 at 12:00am
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at thie very troubling time. It's always sad to lose a loved one, but even moreso when that loved one is so young. I will certainly miss Jackie very much. Love and hugs to all of you.
Kecia Sammons
May 27th, 2009 at 12:00am
I feel sad that Patrick had such a difficult time with his health, and for these last few years. I rejoice that he no longer has these struggles, and is now safe, healthy and whole in the arms of Jesus.
Aunt Chichi
May 27th, 2009 at 12:00am
I remeber our Senior year. If you were down Patrick would always make you smile and laugh. We always had a great time in classes together. God Bless you Mary
Mary (Burlingham) Batey
May 27th, 2009 at 12:00am
McCrary family,
Rafael Cabrera
May 27th, 2009 at 12:00am
McCrary Family,
MARVIN & PAULA DEHART-WILLIAMS
May 27th, 2009 at 12:00am
McCrary Family,
PAUL & FLORENCE DEHART
May 27th, 2009 at 12:00am
Scott & Lisa McCrary,
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
May 27th, 2009 at 12:00am
WITH MUCH SADNESS WE SEND OUR CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS TO THE MCCRARY FAMILY AND HIGGINS CHILDREN ON THE PASSING ON OF THEIR BELOVED BROTHER AND UNCLE "JACKIE" TO BE WITH THE LORD IN HIS GRACE.
MICHAEL & KAREN HIGGINS
May 27th, 2009 at 12:00am
So sorry to hear about Patrick. He always seemed to have a smile on his face.
Joyce Turner
May 28th, 2009 at 12:00am
I am so sorry to hear about Patrick. My prayers and love go out to the family. May God strengthen and comfort your hearts and always remember the good times we had with him while he was still with us. Love Always, Paula & Family from Las Vegas, Nevada
Paula Higgins Birch
May 28th, 2009 at 12:00am
What I remember most about Patrick was his big smile and his very calm demenor,my prayers and thoughts are with his family.Audrey
AudreyMills
May 28th, 2009 at 12:00am
We are going to miss you! I have nothing but fond memories of bus trips back from track meets and how you always had a smile on your face no matter how the day went.
Jonathan Liepe
May 30th, 2009 at 12:00am
I couldn't be there with all of you, but my heart and thoughts were with you all. I felt your pain when you had to say goodbye, but know this that Jackie was a very sweet and loving child and a loving, carefree adult and he will never suffer again. He will be sorely missed.
MARILYN SAMMONS HARDIMON-COUSIN
May 30th, 2009 at 12:00am
Patrick was always such a happy face in the kitchen at Clementine's. He would always say hello, and kept a positive outlook no matter what the day brought. I never had a chance to meet his family, but he often spoke of them with such pride and joy. He will be missed, and he will be remembered fondly.
Amanda Creeden
May 31st, 2009 at 12:00am
Candy and McCrary family, I'm so sorry to hear about your family's loss. I was rummaging through my friends senior pictures,and reading them with my girls, and I came across Pat's, as you would know it, it made me laugh. He had such a fun spirit. God Bless you all.
Connie Villa
May 31st, 2009 at 12:00am
We are saddened to here about the passing of Patrick. My God's love comfort you during this difficult time.
Barnes Family
June 1st, 2009 at 12:00am
To the Family of Patrick McCrary -
Doll Cash
June 1st, 2009 at 12:00am
McCrary Family - I was so sorry to hear about Patrick also known as Jackie. Your mother, Betty was an aide in my special education classroom in Fennville several years ago. She was a special friend of mine as were all of you. I remember when you stopped by the classroom and she would insist that you speak and were mannerly. May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you peace and comfort.
Lynda Manthey
June 5th, 2009 at 12:00am
So young to leave this earth. Yet, it is the memories that will keep him alive in all that loved him.
Linda Gene Coyle
June 9th, 2009 at 12:00am
Very nice young man, I was so sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers to his sister who cared greatly for him.
Donna Lee-Vanderark
June 12th, 2009 at 12:00am
