Pete Stivason

Memorial tribute to Pete Stivason who passed away November 12, 2007

My precious Pete:

People tell me that it gets better. Two years later, it's not better, my heart is broken, half of my mind, body and spirit are still missing. I have come to believe that half of me died with you. I go on for the kids and the grandkids because you would be angry with me if I didn't. The empty feeling is still there but the beautiful memories live on. I know that you are looking out for me still.

Thanks, for the notes, and the feelings, and just the knowledge that you filled our home with so many wonderful memories of who you were and who we were together. These are the things that make my life full even though you aren't here to share it. You taught me to be happy for the little pleasures in life and to stop and smell the roses and of course to stop and smell the coffee!

I hope that where you are is the most beautiful forest in the world with every animal imaginable. I'm sure you are the best guide that God has in his wonderful kingdom.

I will love and miss you until the day that I join you and our life together continues where it left off.

Sadly missedCindy and KansasPete:We miss your cookouts, we miss your help. we miss the hunting stories, we miss the way you made Mom smile, when you teased, but most of all we miss your love.Sadly missed and loved,

Dawn and ButchGrandpa Pete:Last deer season, I went hunting alone. I got that buck. I remembered all that you had taught me just like you were there.

I love and miss you,MikeGrandpa Pete:Even though we both know that girls rule, you were the coolest.

Love you,Emma