Jonathan

The loss of a child, can be quite hard, to bare, it’s just not the natural order and it will never seem fair. Our children are everything, we give them our all. They get every hug and kiss, and we pick them up when they fall. I remember a little boy who I have not seen, in quite a while. His laugh was infectious and I can still see his smile. He is now a grown man, but that is not what I see. I just see that little boy, laughing and smiling back at me. He was a part of something special, a family that I love and adore. They helped mend my broken heart, and never shut their door. Weekends at the lake and holidays spent in their home, in my hour of need, they made sure that I was never alone. No greater love have I seen, in all my days, than that of this family, with their kind and generous ways. It’s been twenty-five years since this young boy was born, I am sorry for your loss, and now with you I will mourn.

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Sally Eslinger

Date: 6/10/2023 7:02:00 PM

Mark, may our holy Lord bless you with strength & peace in your mourning for Jonathan, as well as for his family & all those touched by his smile during his short life’s jpurney. I have grown now to be an old lady,thankfully always struck by the beauty of youth, especially sweet that these young passed on to the cradling hands of God. sally

Mark Koplin
Date: 6/22/2023 1:28:00 PM

Thank you Sally. I appreciate the thoughts you offer during my grief. It hit pretty hard.

Alexis Y.

Date: 5/5/2023 4:22:00 PM

Hi Mark, I am sorry for your loss. I send my condolences to Jonathan’s family and to you-Alexis

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/10/2023 7:33:00 AM

Thanks Alexis. I just signed in after some rough days.

David Kavanagh

Date: 5/2/2023 1:36:00 AM

I echo the sentiments of everyone below Mark, always so much more tragic when a young person dies for whatever reason, I send my deepest condolences to you and Jonathan’s family, wonderful tribute, cheers David

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/4/2023 5:49:00 PM

Thanks David! I was very close with their whole family for many years. It’s such a shame.

Tania Kitchin

Date: 5/1/2023 2:45:00 PM

Mark, so sorry for your family's loss, my condolences to you all. Very tragic and sad, may his fond memories help comfort you all.

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/4/2023 5:47:00 PM

His father left when he was about 2. I spent a lot of time with him and his sister growing up. Sad indeed. Thanks Tania!!

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 5/1/2023 10:47:00 AM

Hello Mark, this is so sad. It makes me want to cry. It is hard to lose a family member. A child or adult. Enjoy your day my friend./Darlene/

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 5/5/2023 5:06:00 AM

Hello Mark, Yes it would be a hard week for you and family. My heart goes out to you. enjoy your day my friend.

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/4/2023 5:46:00 PM

It’s been a long week, thank you Darlene!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/1/2023 10:06:00 AM

So sorry to hear that sad news Mark, my condolences to you. I can't imagine what his poor parents are going through right now. Tom

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/4/2023 5:45:00 PM

Thanks Tom, they are going to need some prayers tomorrow at the funeral.

Daniel Turner

Date: 5/1/2023 6:36:00 AM

I buried a son. I am sorry for your loss, Mark.

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/1/2023 7:59:00 AM

Thank you! That must have been very difficult, I’m sorry for your loss as well.

Jan Allison

Date: 5/1/2023 6:06:00 AM

Such a touching piece Mark, I cant imagine the pain of losing a child of any age. and we all need folk around us to support us in our hours of need. hugs jan xx

Jan Allison
Date: 5/1/2023 1:31:00 PM

oh Mark that is so so tragic, my heart goes out to you and the family:-( hugs jan xx

Mark Koplin
Date: 5/1/2023 6:12:00 AM

Thanks Jan, he was my godchild and his Mom found him dead on the floor this weekend.