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June 06, 2007 - 02:58 PM
Debi Haddock
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Dear Lisa and family,
I played tennis last week with Maryanne LoScalzo, so she sent me this very sad information about your son. My heart hurts for the pain you must be feeling. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Debi Haddock (Hallmark friend)
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June 06, 2007 - 02:28 PM
Kari Gubler
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Jordan, You are clearly so loved and adored. I am a friend of your mom's. She BEAMS when she talks about you...and rightfully so. Even though we never met, the wonderful comments in your guestbook have given me the perfect visual of you. I see the smile so often talked about, the athleticism you brought to the soccer field, your studious side, your artsy side, and of course the great friend you were to so many. I can especially visualize the PASSION you put into every aspect of your being. I am very lucky to know your mom-a woman who helped to raise an outstanding man...a man who is so dearly missed. You lived a great life.
Lisa, Phil, and Phillip, please accept my deepest sympathy.
Kari
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June 05, 2007 - 02:35 PM
Brian Fennig
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Jordan was in my Wellness class this past spring. He was an outstanding young man and a great student. We had many conversations above and beyond class topics and I'm glad that I had the opportunity to get to know him. I hope the best for his family and friends; I know he will be greatly missed.
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June 04, 2007 - 06:47 PM
Phyllis Fleisher
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Mann family. I am Laura's best friend Phyllis. Although we only met a couple of times, I feel like I've known you forever. You held a very special place in laura's heart. You were an amazing athlete, scholar and person. I remember how happy the Conn family would get when you would visit and the excitement when they watched you play soccer wearing "SMU Mann" shirts. The introduction to reptiles, snakes especially, always brings a smile to the kid's faces. You were one special person who warmed the room you walked in. You will never be forgotten and the Conn's will cherish every minute they spent with you.
Phyllis Fleisher
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June 04, 2007 - 02:46 AM
Nathan Stites
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Dear Mann Family,
I wish I could say or do something in this time of grieving to make it easier on your family, but just knowing how much Jordan meant to so many people and how he left his mark on so many lives shows the kind of person he was. His memory will live forever in the hearts of all who have known him.
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June 04, 2007 - 12:31 AM
mel and dave
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Dearest Lisa, Phil and Phillip,
We so wish there might be something we could do or say which might cause this nightmare to end; to ease the agony you are feeling. The words are not there, and yet we feel the need to write..if only to soothe our own grief. We are overwhelmed with the realization that we all shouldn't be here..not in this situation. The
loss of a child can't be explained or reasoned. It stretches our faith and the strength of our spirit to the limit.
And yet, we seem to find some peace and comfort as we savor our memories of this precious gift. We can see the boy's grimy faces over so many days on the practice field and their joy in celebrating many victories and accomplishments together. Even the defeats were tempered by such a love of competition, and of each other. Through it all, what a blessing to have Phil's guidance as coach, mentor and supportive dad, and Lisa's abounding love as team mom to the whole group. So many lessons learned by child and parent alike. We count ourselves lucky indeed.
Even now, we can't help but smile at the thought of wrestling matches in our backyard, watching his snake eat a rat for dinner, or the acrobatics on the snow in Colorado. Always, Jordan's smile, an impish grin, lacking a few teeth as a little guy, growing to a broad engaging and infectious glow as an accomplished adult. What a privilege to hold him in our lap one day, and all too soon, to feel the strength of his handshake and his character as a young man.
We have indeed been blessed in so many ways by sharing in Jordan's life. He was surely a passionate lover of life and lover of people. We sense also the unending love and support within your family. The joy you have shared together is an example for each of us.
We pray that we might learn from your example and, in our own way, honor Jordan by becoming more loving, passionate and colorful in our own lives. We are walking with each of you in deepest friendship and ...
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June 03, 2007 - 06:59 PM
Ryan M. Jones
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Dear Mann family,
You do not know who I am (except Phil jr. might know of me) but I want to send you my condolences. I am the first cousin of Craig Fisher, Jordan's friend, and I remember playing soccer with Jordan and Craig as a child. It is a fairly vivid memory of mine, although Craig nor Jordan probably have no recollection of it.
I remember playing soccer with Craig and Jordan at the Fisher house (just up the street from Briarwood), and I remember thinking to myself how GOOD this kid (Jordan) was at soccer! He is a year younger than I am, but yet, he is awesome compared to me! I remember looking up to Jordan, and I was determined and motivated to be at the skill level of Jordan Mann.
I unfortunately was unable to meet Jordan further down the road, but I always remembered him from my childhood and I will always remember him through my adulthood. His life credintials appear to me to be about as admirable as one can achieve. God bless Jordan and your entire family.
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June 03, 2007 - 02:09 AM
Kimberly Alfaro & Family
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Dear Mann Family,
My Family and I are with you in Prayer at this difficult time. Time does not cure the hurt and it is extremely difficult to live without someone so special. Remember that the wonderful memories are what keep our loved ones alive in our hearts.
Jordan,
Within the years I spent getting to know you in high school, I always thought you were such a character. Full of life, laughter, and happiness. After high school I didn't keep much in touch anymore since I moved away, but every time I heard about you it made me smile and remember the good times.
Thank you and I wish you rest and happiness in heaven.
Kimberly M. Alfaro
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June 02, 2007 - 11:18 AM
Dan & Mary Schoepf & Family
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God went on a recruiting mission. It was going to be difficult. An academic, athlete, artist, brother, son, visionary and friend was required. God looked everywhere on Earth. Only one person was exemplary in all these areas. Jordan was that person. All you had to do for proof was watch him cheer on Phillip in Lawrence. Look at his art work. Look at his family. Look at his scholastic record. Look at his friends. Look at each other. We're better because of Jordan. We have to "Live Life With PASSION". Jordan expects nothing less.
God bless him.
"Prosperity is a great teacher. Adversity is a greater one." William Hazlitt.
Thanks for teaching us Jordan. Congratulations God. You couldn't have done better.
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June 02, 2007 - 01:20 AM
Praying For You All
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Do not stand at my grave and forever weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn’s rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and forever cry.
I am not there. I did not die.
To the Mann family and to Jordan's friends,
You do not realize how many people are praying for you all, even those of whom you've never met, or even heard of. Though you won't believe it, you, Jordan's parents, brothers, and friends, are constantly running through my mind and prayers. You all are always being thought of.
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