Funeral GuestbookGuest Book - Joshua Damptey
Guest Book for
Joshua Damptey
.-: Sylvia:
October 17, 2008
My thoughts and prayers have been, and will continue to be, with
you and your family. May God bless you and HIS light shine upon
you while you travel through this valley.
Sharon Rowe (Bastrop, TX)
October 17, 2008
- Sylvia,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our heartfelt condolences go
out to you and your family during this difficult time. May you find
comfort in knowing that others are praying for you.
Geroge & Gladys Huggins
GLADYS HUGGINS (INDIANAPOLIS, IN)
October 16, 2008
=- Sylvia and Vicktor and all family members and friends: Our prayers
and thoughts are with you all and that God grants you His comfort at
this time of loss.
Sincerely,
Len & Merdis Davis
Leonard Davis Sr. (Minneapolis, MN)
October 16, 2008
Sylvia and Victor,
I am so very sorry. Your family will always be in my prayers. Even
the best known writers in the world could not have composed a more
beautiful and spiritual obituary. Bless you all.
Mike Shelley (Carver, MN)
October 16, 2008
Dear Damptey Family,
im so sorry to hear about your loss. I know that you loved him very
very much and that you will never forget him. The people who knew
and loved him will never forget him, though i did not know Joshua.
-meghan
Meghan Chomiuk (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 16, 2008
Dear Demptey Family,
I did not know your family, but I met Joshua and Victor at the
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lemonade stand at their daycare which my nephew, Alec, also
attends. I was very impressed with the friendliness, politeness and
kindness of both boys. I know he will be missed greaty by the many
lives he touched. I pray for peace for your family and know that God
has another special angel in heaven. God Bless you and your family.
May Joshua rest in peace.
Kell Lucas (Lexington, SC)
October 16, 2008
Dear Sylvia,
I don't know you but I am Nicholas Luecks teacher and have heard a
lot about this sad thing that has happened to your family. I am so
sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers have been with you
all week. God Bless your Family.
CATHY COX (ROCKFORD, MN)
October 16, 2008
Dear Damptey Family,
Im so sorry for your loss. My prays will be with you.
-Crystal
Crystal Harrison (Eden Prairie)
October 16, 2008
- Dear Damptey family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Joshua, I had knew him for only a short
time. He was a wonderful boy with an adorable face. I hope to see
him again someday.
Emily Hermansdorfer (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 16, 2008
Dear Sylvia and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Stacey Long & Mikiea Laing
Stacey Long (indianapolis, IN)
October 15, 2008
Sylvia,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are
with you and your family.
Monica Kocon
Monica Kocon (Wayzata, MN)
October 15, 2008
Dear Damptey Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. We have not met and I did not know
your son, Joshua. However, reading the glorious comments about
him both in this Guest Book and in the EP News have given me a
glimplse of this truly wonderful child. I cannot imagine the enormity
of your grief at having lost your extraordinary son so suddenly and
at so young an age. Please know that I will keep you in my prayers.
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Sincerely,
Casey Quinn (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 15, 2008
Dear Sylvia and sweet Victor,
I'm so sorry to hear about Joshua. My thoughts and prayers go out to
you and your family. Please let us know if there is anything we can
help you with.
Cohen Family (Jason, Ilane, Gabby, and Arie)
Ilan cohen (eden prairie, MN)
October 15, 2008
Sylvia,
What can I say or do at this time to make you feel better? My guess
is not much, because what you are feeling is something I can only
imagine not having experienced your same loss. I will pray for you
Victor; that your grief be quieted in God's own time. The Lord is
your Sheperd. Please accept my deepest and heartfelt condolences. I
am truly sorry.
Joyce Brewer (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 15, 2008
_. Dear Sylvia
My son is at Oak Point in 5th Grade.I do not know you, but as a
mother my heart goes out to you at this very difficult time. You and
your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I am so glad that Joshua
was a young man of faith. May the Lord bless and comfort you.
Samkele Mandizha (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 15, 2008
Dear Sylvia and Family:
I am sorry to hear of your loss, but know that God is guiding you
through this difficult time. You and your family are in my prayers.
Lunda Thomas
Lunda Thomas (Brooklyn Park, MN)
October 15, 2008
Though I don't know you, my heart aches for your loss. I was so
very comforted to know that you are Christians and that you are
certain of a reunion one day. My mother passed away a few years
ago, and I received a "visit" from her a couple of nights after she
died. She appeared to me in a dream where she was writing in a card
with the message "Live Life Well".
I felt she wanted me to know that she was in the arms of Jesus and
that it was her hope that I would continue on with the sure
knowledge of seeing her again. My prayers will be with
you......... Pam
Pam Swanson (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 15, 2008
I work with Tracey at Riley Hospital for Children. I was saddened
when she shared the events that led to Joshua's death. I am so sorry
for your loss. Please know I will be praying for you and your family
that you may find peace/comfort knowing that he is with our Lord.
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Pepper Monroe (Indianapolis, IN)
October 15, 2008
- Dear Sylvia and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Rannveig Amar Hommema
Rannveig Hommema (Bloomington, MN)
October 15, 2008
Sylvia, you and Victor are in my prayers. You are a great mother
and take comfort in the knowledge that Joshua is with the LORD. 1
Thessalonians 5:18
Bernard Dickson
October 15, 2008
Sylvia,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heartfelt condolences go out
to you and your family during this difficult time. May you find
comfort in knowing that others are praying for you.
Carla
Carla Foulks (Brooklyn Park, MN)
October 15, 2008
Sylvia and Victor - We were shocked and devistated to hear about
Joshua. Children are such an amazing gift from god, and Joshua was
truly very special.
We were all so blessed to have known him and he touched so many
people. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Heather, Chris, Bennett and Amelia
Heather Droen (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 15, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss of Joshua. My daughter attends sixth
grade at Oak Point and knew who Joshua was. She couldn't quit
talking about his "Good Morning, Oak Point" segment that she saw
on Monday and what a sweet boy that he was. Our thoughts and
prayers are with you all as you face this difficult journey. May God
Bless you and your family during this time.
Tonya Haynes (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 15, 2008
Sylvia & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My thoughts and
prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Please take care of
yourself and Victor.
Shivanie Singh & Family,
Brooklyn Park, MN
October 15, 2008
- Sylvia and Victor,
I cannot imagine the grief and loss you must feel but know that God
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is holding you in the palm of his hand during these dark days. My
son told me about Joshua having filmed a "Good Morning Oak
Point" last week so it shown Monday morning and how it was fitting
that everyone who didn't know him did get to see what a great kid he
obviously was and how fitting it was to see him say goodbye to
everyone at the end. He will be missed.
Carol (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 15, 2008
Sylvia & Victor, I met you,Victor and Joshua a few times at our
grandson Zachary Jemie school functions. Sandie,Zachary & family
loved your boys and thought of them as family.Our prayers go out to
you. Josh may have been on earth for 10 short years, he has touched
the hearts of many who have met and known him. We share in your
loss.
Ernest & Claudette Sergent (Cottage Grove, MN)
October 14, 2008
Hi Slyvia and Victor,
I pray that God will strengthen you both in this time of difficulty.
Our heart go out to you.
Gifty Sarpong (Champlin, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia and Victor, I have had you in my prayers daily. It's so hard to
understand why these things happen. As hard as it is know Josh is in
a better place. He was such a special person. Lean on your friends
and family, I'm so glad you have Jillene in your life right now. I
know Josh is in heaven taking care of Morgan. Isn't it nice to know
they have each other too.
Ann Delmonico (St. Michael)
October 14, 2008
The Richfield Soccer Association wishes to express their
condolences on Josh's passing. We're saddened by your loss, but
comforted knowing that Josh is scoring goals in heaven. Peace to
you both in the days ahead.
Sue Greimel (Richfield, MN)
October 14, 2008
Dear Sylvia and Victor,
Words can not describe how devastated we are by the passing of
Josh. We considered him part of the family and really enjoyed the
time we spent with him. We were able to watch the genesis of a shy
young boy turn into a fine young man. His smile, sense of humor,
thoughtfulness and acts of kindness will never be forgotten. I was
just telling Karen last week that Josh was going to do something
very special in his life. I now know that our Lord has some very
special plans for Josh. Please give Victor a hug from all of us. Our
thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Josh truly was
one in a million.
Karen, Ken and Daniel
Kenneth Fox (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 14, 2008
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z . Sylvia and Victor -
We were astounded and deeply saddened to hear about Joshua. Alec
has lost a very dear friend, playmate and sport court hero! Alec sees
Joshua as a star in the sky at night. We know that stars are there all
the time, we can only see them at night. Joshua is your special star
and we hope you take comfort in knowing that he is with you both
always - even when you can't see him. Our deepest sympathies,
Deb, Todd and Alec Aldrich
Deborah Aldrich (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 14, 2008
Dear Sylvia and Victor we are deeply saddened by the loss of
Joshua. May peace and love be with you in your time of sorrow.
Jim, Noah, and Shawna Zweber (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia and Victor -
We are sorry to hear about Joshua. You are in our prayers and
thoughts. May God be a comfort to you both at this time of sorrow.
Gretchen and Rick Weible (St Bonifacius, MN)
October 14, 2008
Dear Sylvia and Victor --
Our hearts are broken. Karen's will never be the same without his
warm smile and good nature.
Logan has been sharing with us many wonderful stories and
memories of Josh. It's obvious Logan looked up to him and admired
him in many ways.
When Logan first started school, we were so comforted to know that
he would be riding the bus and walking to the house with Josh,
because we knew Josh would watch out for him and make sure he
was alright. I will be forever grateful for the friendship the two of
them shared.
Our thoughts are with you in this profoundly difficult and sad time.
The Sandbergs (Kris, Conley, Logan and Anna)
Kris Sandberg (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia,
Peirce and I are truely sadden by the loss of Joshua. He was a super
kid and was always welcome in our home. Well now he is in the
house of the Lord. Peirce said, "mom, he was my best friend since
kindergarten, and he was a great friend". I said you will see him
again one day and he will always remember your kindness and the
fun you had at your birthday parties. And you shall do the same for
him. You and your family are in our prayers. God Bless.
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Cary, Peirce, and Jordan
Cary Orellana and Peirce & Jordan Coleman (Edina, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia and Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Please know that
you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Willie & Emily Bradley (Elk River, MN)
October 14, 2008
Dear Sylvia and Victor,
We are so sorry to hear about Joshua. Our thoughts and prayers are
with you and everyone that was touched by his life.
Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
-Your Neighbors at 451 Ridge Lane
Chris, Larissa, Adam and Trevor
Larissa Sipprell (Chaska, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia and Victor - we were so heart broken to hear about Joshua.
Drew has always looked up to Joshua as such a role model, and we
are so honored that he blessed our family with all of his love, talent
and sunshine. He has always been, and will continue to be an angel
looking over us. Please let us know if you need anything at all. Just
know your are in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen, Jeff, Drew & Paige
Karen Holt (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia and Victor - May God bless you both - He is walking with
you along this horrible journey. Know that Joshua is healed and held
in the arms of Jesus, and is smiling his great smile 0 the time now!
Maggie Friend (White Bear Beach, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia,
I'm so sorry to hear about Joshua. My thoughts and prayers go out to
you and your family.
Carrie Brindley (Edina, MN)
October 14, 2008
- Sylvia,
My heart breaks for the pain and heartache you and Victor are surely
experiencing at this time of loss. Please know that our thoughts and
prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Blessings,
Amy
Amy P (AV, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia -
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In our short connections, you have always been a light, a positive
force. Joshua's early entrance to heaven is deeply unfair. He seemed
like a bright light himself by all accounts. I wish you comfort and
peace with each new day as the pain (slowly) turns from hurt to the
joy of rememberance.
Jennifer Schaefer (colleague) (Minneapolis, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia and Victor,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you
during this difficult time.
Jessica Landman (Couch) (St Michael, MN)
October 14, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian
angel to watch over you.
unknown unnkown (Eagan, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia and Victor- I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I was so
shocked when I heard it was your Joshua. I pray for you both and
pray that God will give you strength to comfort you during this
difficult time.
Kersten Conley (Blaine, MN)
October 14, 2008
Dear Sylvia and Victor,
I did not know when I saw you all at Uchendu's that that would be
the last time I would see Joshua! I am dumbfounded and grief
stricken! I pray to Almighty God to give you the blessed assurance
of that Great Reunion on that Final Day, when Jesus beckons!
Deepest sympathy, Sylvia and Victor.
Let me know how I can help.
Patricia Jemie (Roseville, MN)
October 14, 2008
TO THE FAMILY OF JOSHUA.... THOU, I DONT KNOW YOU
OR JOSHUA, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE .... MAY GOD
BLESS YOU IN THE COMING DAYS... WEEKS AND
MONTHS .... AS YOU MANAGE YOUR LIVES WITHOUT
YOUR SWEET SON... REMEMBER ALWAYS, THAT NO
MATTER WHAT, ON THE DAYS YOU CANT WALK, GOD
WILL CARRY YOU! LEAN ON HIM....
MAY JOSHUA'S LIGHT CONTINUE TO SHINE IN YOU.
MY GRAND DAUGHTER SAIJE ATTENDS 6TH GRADE AT
OAK POINT AND SAID THAT'JOSHUA WAS A
SWEETHEART WHO ALWAYS SAID HELLO WITH A
SMILE ..... I
JOY, LOVE AND PEACE,
GWEN MATTHEWS & SAIJE
Gwen Matthews (EAGAN, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia and Victor,
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Kate and I were deeply sadden when we heard the news of Joshua's
passing. As were talking Kaitlyn told me a story about a time at
daycare when all the bigs kids got to take a box outside and play it.
She said that her and Josh played with it the most together. She also
talked about how he made sure she got a seat on the bus everyday
last year and he was her bestest buddy!
We will be sure to keep to those happy memories of Josh alive. You
and Victor will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Kaitlyn Birr
Melissa
Melissa (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 14, 2008
My dearest Sylvia,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I am here if
you ever need anything. xoxoxoxxoxooxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Kristen Zimmerman (Roseville, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia and Victor,
How we wish words could take away some of your heartache. Please
know that we are praying for you and your family and friends. May
God grant you the peace that passes all understanding that only
comes through Jesus.
Todd, Shelly, Samuel and Joseph Viskocil (Chaska, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia & Victor—
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Please know
you both are in our thoughts daily.
God Bless
The Bensons
JB, Heather, Tommy and Dani
EHSI
Heather Benson (Eden Prairie, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia and Victor,
May the Lord bless you and keep you during this very difficult
period. I did not personally know Joshua however I know his
Mother and I know her gifts of kindness, goodness and love were
embedded in this young man also. If I can do anything Sylvia please
let me know.
Jill
Jill Sawyer (Maple Grove, MN)
October 14, 2008
Sylvia and Victor,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers
are with you.
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