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Juli Martin posted a condolence
Monday, August 12, 2024
Jake, I'm trying, but it's so very hard. I miss you more than you could ever imagine....
PIECES (Broken Down) by Daughtry
You never know what lies beneath the surface
And what you'll find and if it's worth it
Losing ground, I'm getting nervous
There's only so much I can control, oh
Even with the cracks in the mirror
My reflection's getting clearer
And I'm trying to cope, at the end of my rope
While I'm doing the best that I can
To live with the broken pieces of me
That were shattered, can't stop the bleeding
I'll never get over it, it's hard to move on
But I'm learning to live
With the pieces of me
Pieces of me
You never know who's coming for you
Into the storm without a warning
And like the cold of the morning
Oh, how it cuts straight to the bone
It is the silence in the battle
When I'm afraid of my own shadow
When I'm reaching for hope, at the end of my rope
Well, I'm doing the best that I can
To live with the broken pieces of me
That were shattered, can't stop the bleeding
I'll never get over it, it's hard to move on
But I'm learning to live
With the pieces of me
Pieces of me
I can't change the past and I need to let go
Learning to live with this hole in my soul
Losing grip and I'm just trying to cope
Well, I'm doing the best that I can
Well, I'm learning
I'm learning
Oh, I'm learning
I'm learning, well, I'm learning
To live with the broken pieces of me
That were shattered, can't stop the bleeding
I'll never get over it, it's hard to move on
But I'm learning to live
With the broken pieces of me
That were shattered, can't hide the feeling
I'll never get over it, it's hard to move on
But I'm learning to live
With the pieces of me (pieces of me)
Pieces of me (pieces of me)
With the pieces of me (pieces of me)
Pieces of me
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Mom posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, August 12, 2024
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Juli Martin posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2024
So much love and so much light
all of it extinguished on one dismal night
So much grief, hopelessness and pain
My fragile mind is broken and I've slowly gone insane
My love for life is gone and my heart's an empty shell
As I struggle to remember those eyes I knew so well
The meds promise oblivion and freedom from this ache
But there's a price to pay for every pill I take
The pictures in my memory become distant & unclear
Your voice becomes a whisper and your laughter harder to hear
Your name and our adventures I've inked into my skin
But it doesn't stop the banshee's screams or howling from within
The stars winked out, my sun turned black the moment you chose to go, not stay
The redemption I'd sought and worked so hard for is forever gone away
This grief and this guilt have wounded my soul
Disguised as rage because I'll never be whole
I scream at the ocean and I howl at the moon
My baby, my Jake is gone way to soon
How could I ever recover from this terrible mortal wound
When my soul's been ripped out, leaving behind only a vast and vacant room...
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Calie Swartzlander uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, May 7, 2023
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Calie Swartzlander posted a condolence
Saturday, May 6, 2023
Our ninety-dollar picnic: the evidence archived by his cover photo on this book.
Jake and I met in middle school and pretty much tortured one another by throwing writing utensils at the other's heads... or if there were friendly fire- misplace blame. One of our teachers, Ms. Horsely thought it would be cute to play matchmaker with us for the upcoming Winter Dance. This was the only time his romantic side got hopeful while I still hated cooties. He didn't outwardly express feelings until a couple years later in sharing his favorite songs, especially the music from Moulin Rouge.
My favorite date was all of them when he would come visit me. It wasn't the fancy dinners, although his face lit up when introduced to the bread pudding at Henry's. The sweetest was the picnic we had anticipated but didn't really plan.
While I was at work, he told me he got the food, so I thought he had it handled; I'm not sure as to who was the bigger fool. I stepped into the car and he had the playful guilt that he had done messed up. I asked him how much it costed so I could split the bill with him. He didn't want to tell me until I pressed further.
"Soooooo I may or may not have spent $90..." I was shocked and asked him what he was trying to do.
"I wanted to have one of those fancy cheese and meat plates, like what your family has." He couldn't find the word for it. "You mean a charcuterie board?" "Yeah! That thing!" Both of us were laughing at him, "You're hopeless."
We went to the park, set it up, played music from Spotify as I assembled the sandwiches and snacked while he cooked them on this camping grill that he had living in his trunk. He was just lost in being happy over his haul and in being a romantic sap, so I snapped a picture of him.
After that, he picked a sweet song and we danced to it in the park. It was The Girl by City and Colour.
Whenever we got into the car to go someplace, he'll eventually turn that one on for us to sing to.
That picture became his absolute favorite of himself, he was glowing. It really captured his spirit, the one we all love him for.
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Dale Owens posted a condolence
Saturday, May 6, 2023
My memories of Jake are from long ago, when he was still very young. He was a sweet kid. I remember his mom telling me a story about Jake answering the phone one day. The caller asked for his mom and Jake asked who was calling. The caller answered I'm Batman. Without missing a beat, Jake handed the phone over to his mom, "it's Batman." That was Jake, completely unassuming. I tried it myself a few times, posing as various super heroes, and he would promptly give the phone to his mom as if it was normal for comic book characters to call.
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Jean Jennings posted a condolence
Friday, May 5, 2023
Jake was the happiest, smiling, teasing baby boy. He loved to make people laugh. As he grew he found joy in helping others. When asked what he wanted for his birthday gift he answered "I want my WHOLE family to eat together." He was so happy to have all his people gather at a restaurant. He enjoyed wrapping and giving presents and they were always well chosen. Jake was full of love. Gran
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Peter Jennings posted a condolence
Friday, May 5, 2023
It was Feb. 04,1994 . Jean and I got word JuliE was in labor. We rushed to the hospital and walked into the room. Chris, Jake's dad was holding Jake. I went to him and snatched Jake from him.... found out later that Chris had not had him even one minute OOPS my bad. Sorry Chris.
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Elieser Carrera Posted May 10, 2023 at 5:34 AM
Jake my man your one amazing soul that will live with us forever. I met you and your mom when u both lived in Mammies basement. You were a young man going thru those teenage emotions trying to figure yourself out. We had a nice conversation about everything that was bothering you at the time. U definitely have a kind heart and soul to match. We love you and miss you my guy. Keep smiling it's one of ur best features that u gained from your amazing mother. Love u lil bro.
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Kristen womack posted a condolence
Thursday, May 4, 2023
Sweet jake! One of the most beautiful, kind, sweet, gentle unique Souls I've ever been privileged to encounter in my life. What fun memories I have with you! Goofing off outside of the church while packing lunches. Days at the lake, and just sitting out back on the porch. How grateful I was when you showed me some of the cool unique things you had collected from your room. I am privileged and honored to have had you as a part of my life. You will never be forgotten. Love you always and forever and so does your mama. Fly high until we meet again! Love always, Kristen
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Ruth Trimm posted a condolence
Thursday, May 4, 2023
Jake…. Fly high son!!!
ALWAYS BE YOUR MOTHER’S GUARDIAN ANGEL.
All those holiday gathering photos with family (your mom, step dad, your brother and step siblings and/or grandparents) will be missed.
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Suzi Wooldridge posted a condolence
Thursday, May 4, 2023
The innocence of children... my fondest memory of Jake is when we had Grandma Crawford's auction. Jake was there with uncle Pete. Jake, Kyle and Corey spent the day running around the field chasing butterflies they couldn't catch, picking flowers, ok weeds that i received a few of and playing king of the mountain, which we all would holler for them to get back down here ever so often. I had to chuckle because I remembered doing the same things with my siblings growing up. You are missed so much Jake. Love you ❤️
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Juli Martin uploaded photo(s)
Friday, April 21, 2023
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I love you and I miss you so very much....
You'll always be my sonshine & I promise to always cradle you in my heart.
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Juli Martin uploaded photo(s)
Friday, April 21, 2023
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Jake loved his family and friends and he did so with his whole heart....
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Juli Martin uploaded photo(s)
Friday, April 21, 2023
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Jake had his own sense or style and was always true to himself...
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Juli Martin uploaded photo(s)
Friday, April 21, 2023
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Jake was an amazing makeup artist & costume designer. He loved to share his time & talents with family and friends....
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Juli Martin uploaded photo(s)
Friday, April 21, 2023
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Jake with his big heart & gentle spirit loved all animals....and they loved him.
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Juli Martin uploaded photo(s)
Friday, April 21, 2023
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A wonderful day at Fairy Stone Park in Virginia finding lots of loot!
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Juli Martin uploaded photo(s)
Friday, April 21, 2023
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Just a ;little bit of Jake's art..
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Steven Martin posted a condolence
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Jake, you and I had such a good day when it snowed us all in when we lived in Kennesaw. We walked to Wal-Mart in the middle of the road. On the way back home you made me believe that we were lost in the subdivision you knew so well how to cut through. It was so fun to see you having such a good time taking me through the streets and roads on foot that you knew so well. We laughed and laughed so hard once you let me know that you knew exactly where we were and that in fact you had taken us home all while convincing me we were lost. I love you and miss you so much!
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Pat and Madeline Petrone posted a condolence
Friday, March 24, 2023
I first met Jake when he was about 11 tears old. I was visiting his mother and grandparents. The first two things I remember about Jake are his beautiful smile, then his beautiful heart. He wanted to show me how smart his dog was and he would throw a ball for her to catch and bring back to him. He really loved that dog! I got to visit often before they moved and Jake became like family to us. He met my daughter Madeline, who has special needs, and he just loved on her like she was a little sister. We moved apart for a few years and when we saw Jake next, he was an adult and quite a handsome young man. He lives on in both our hearts with sweet memories of the happiness he brought to every occasion, and that smile just got better with age!! We love you Jake!!! We love you Juli!!
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Loretta Martinez posted a condolence
Friday, March 24, 2023
Jake, I have known you since the moment Momma Juli knew she was pregnant with you, I honestly think I had the morning sickness for her so I can say you was my baby also. You was such a beautiful soul and you had the biggest heart and so full of love. your mom would call you by your nicknames as she would get your attention and you would just give her the biggest smiles that would light up a room. We all are heartbroken knowing you are not with us now but we send your mom and the rest of the family positive vibes, and love and watch over her and everyone as we know how hard this is for her. We all love you Jake and miss you dearly. ❤ love your Aunt Loretta
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Kerry Hammond posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2023
Q: What will you never forget about Jake?
A: I will never forget Jake’s smile. Every time I saw Jake, he had a big beautiful smile on his face!
I will also never forget how kind and loving Jake was towards his mom. I loved seeing their bond!
Jake was such an awesome person!
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Sunday, March 19, 2023
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MY VERY OWN KITTY CAT
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When I was in my early 20s, I became the proud owner of my very first cat. His name? ARTERY!! 11 years later still, when we tell someone new what this kitty cat's name is, we get to tell the story of how he got his name. A boy named Jake, who saw enough beauty in the simplicity of a mangy feral kitten, that he took the time and care to name that kitten. Jake. You know, Juli's youngest boy - a pure and empathetic soul.
A beautiful paradox of baggy jeans, lots of black.. mixed with a truly kind energy that you could feel by just being in presence.
You live on in our stories, Jake.
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Cissy Wilson posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2023
Jake
When I first met Jake, he was this sweet sensitive quirky barely teen kid - reminded me so much of my son at his age … although he could give Juli a run for her money at times, he sure did love his Mama
I remember him coming over to swim at my house, working along side him at the Daisy Festival and having fun going to the Halloween house with a group in Oct
Jake will be missed- he was such a beautiful soul
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Patti and Red posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2023
I remember meeting Jake at a group picnic. He and Juli were doing service work. He loved helping out and loved his mother. She was very proud of him. I really enjoyed hanging out with him . Prayers for your grief journey to take you to a place of peace and serenity. I believe your love will keep you connected forever. The greatest of all gifts is love
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Suzie Hubbell posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2023
I have known Jake, since he was a youngster, through his mom, Juli. I watched him grow up to be a fine young man, full of love and creativity. I’m so sad that his bright light will no longer shine on this earth. I cherish the time I knew him and I know he’s in God‘s perfect hands.
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Cindy Lamme posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2023
Jake had the kindest soul. He was adventurous and loved DragonGon! Every year I would wait to see how he would be dressed for the occasion as well as Halloween. He shared that passion with his Mom who he loves like no other! I am sure he is watching out for her everyday ❤️
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Clifford Wright uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, March 18, 2023
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My memory of Jake is when he came with you, when you were working with me in my beauty shop part time. He was a good little boy and would read a book or watch cartoons on the television. I was very impressed at how much he loved you way back then and firmly believed that, that never changed.
I love you Julie, God Bless you and my prayers are with you every day.
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Steven kunz posted a condolence
Friday, March 17, 2023
Aaaah jakee you will be forever missed, from helping mom and you with potty training maybe mom can recall the story. To your infatuation and passion for all things anime and costume design.
Your creativity and unique personality are definitely something that this world didn’t know it needed. I’m terribly sorry for what this world has placed on your shoulders, I only wish anyone would have known and spoke up I would have done anything in my power to prevent this pain that the loss and emptiness the loss of you in our lives and especially your mom’s life has caused. May you forever live in paradise and be free of the worldly suffering that this life has caused you. You will be forever missed and never forgotten.
Rest easy and may your mom find peace and solace in knowing that you are no longer in pain.
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Lisa Smith posted a condolence
Friday, March 17, 2023
Jake was just a small baby the first time his mom brought him into the screen shop. She loved him with all her soul and he was a mommy’s boy . As the years went past I watched them both grow into amazing adults but what didn’t change was how much they loved each other and how much fun they had being together. It was a joy to see this mom/son duo doing there life’s and how they included each other. RIP sweet Jake❤️
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Lisa Mackie posted a condolence
Friday, March 17, 2023
Q: How did you meet Jake?
A: I met Jake at The Taste Of Acworth at Miss Scarlets Chocolat Emporium’s booth. We were volunteering to help my mom run the booth and he was so sweet and helpful. This was years ago and I will never forget because he reminded so much of his mom, Juli, who is also an amazing person! So kind and thoughtful!
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Tammy Deal posted a condolence
Friday, March 17, 2023
Rest easy. I love you because your mom loves you.
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Patrice Smith posted a condolence
Friday, March 17, 2023
Oh my goodness the first memory of Jake was a Monday night when he was about 11ish, with his mom. Oh how he loved his mom. He was struggling with his home work, so, I offered to help him out. What a good kid, Jake was witty, funny, smart and willing to support others in need.He gave the best hugs, and his smile lit up a room and all those in it.I remember thinking this is a special
kid.Miss and love y’all!
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Tracey Messer posted a condolence
Friday, March 17, 2023
Jake, I remember the night we all went to Netherworld and you fell in love with the monsters!!! I called to invite you and your mom and you answered the phone. Mom was not a happy camper. The funny thing about it that was the night she met Steve her future husband. You rode with him in his Corvette and we had the best time ever. Jake, you went on to design your own costumes and became a bright light in this world. You are forever missed and you live on in my heart always ❣️
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Mariana Lieurance posted a condolence
Friday, March 17, 2023
I only ever met Jake once, but I know you were the light of your sweet mama’s life. Praying that you rest in peace and that the Lord grant his eternal love and mercy on those missing you here on earth. Here’s to the good times shared with your loved ones, and your memory that will always live on!
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Juli Martin lit a candle
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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I miss you so much. This world is not the same without your light.
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Juli Martin lit a candle
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
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I'm missing you so bad, my mongoose. Praying that you're resting easy & that the angels are singing sweet lullabies to you. Momma loves you bigger than the sky ❤️
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Jean Jennings lit a candle
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
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Jake's favorite color, lime green. Love you so much. I'll miss you as long as I live. You were a grandson and a great friend to me, Gran
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Loretta Martinez lit a candle
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
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Prayers and Hugs to you all.. My heart is broken over this news. Jake was a beautiful son amd loved his momma so much. We love you all. Rest in Heaven Jake
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Steven and Justine planted a tree in memory of Jake Monroe
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
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May you Rest In Peace and always remember that you are loved and missed by so many people who had the pleaseure of ever knowing you. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Justine lit a candle
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
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Words cannot express the sadness I feel right now but the memories of Jake will forever stay in my heart. He was the funniest silliest little blue eyed boy, who grew up into a wonderful young man. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
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Yolanda lit a candle
Monday, December 13, 2021
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I'm sorry, I have no words. I share with you The Eulogy Song
by Anne McCaffrey ©1977
The tears I feel today
I'll wait to shed tomorrow,
Though I'll not sleep this night
Nor find surcease from sorrow.
My eyes must keep their sight;
I dare not be tear-blinded.
I must be free to speak
Not choked with grief, clear-minded.
My tongue cannot betray
The anguish that I know.
Yes, I'll keep my tears till later;
But my grief will never go.
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Steven Baxter lit a candle
Monday, December 13, 2021
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"no fair rain, I'm the one who feels like crying" - Alphonse Elric
Yeah, a nerdy quote, from my little brother's as well as my favorite show, it's the best I can do right now. I love you Jake, you'll always be my baby brother and things will never be the same without you. He loved Ed, but he was always my lil Alphonse, my big little brother.
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Julia Draper (Sterlingwood Property Manager) posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, December 13, 2021
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Ann Raphael planted a tree in memory of Jake Monroe
Monday, December 13, 2021
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I'm so sorry and, although usually prayers are not my thing, I'm praying for you and your family. You are always in my thoughts. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Dylan Neese lit a candle
Monday, December 13, 2021
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Jake was bright light in his time on Earth. He will be missed. My prayers are sent out to the family. May you find comfort and peace in this hard time.
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stephen whitesides lit a candle
Monday, December 13, 2021
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It is often hard to find the right words at a time like this. May you find peace, comfort, and all the love you need in the days to come.
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Austin Welsh posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, December 13, 2021
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Rest In Power. May your family find peace in hard times.
A Memorial Tree was planted for Jake Monroe
Sunday, December 12, 2021
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory, Peters Creek Road Chapel Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Sunday, December 12, 2021
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