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Us again as you know we often drop in and remember Luke



Jo Hannah Rebecca and Rachel

We always drop by and give a minute to think about Luke and we send our fondest wishes your way



Jo Hannah, Rebecca and Rachel

We always drop by Lukes page and say a little prayer for your family. Thinking of you today and always in this holiday season

Jo Hannah, Rebecca and Rachel

We just wanted to drop by and wish a happy christmas, and to know that we are thinking about you

Take care

Jo Hannah and Rebecca

Doris (Angel Andrew's Mommy) <cdmaa@comcast.net>
- Thursday, July 7, 2005 2:46 PM CDT

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My Loving Dad's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>
EDMONTON,ALBERTA CANADA, - Monday, June 27, 2005 10:28 PM CDT

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My thoughts and prayers are with you. My daughter is 9 months younger then Luke. In 2003 she was diagnosed with ganglioneuroma (after the surgery). For three days they told us it was neuroblastoma she wasn't 5 yet. She is okay, the fear is in us. Luke is a beautiful angel. My heart breaks for you. I wish none of us would have to shed tears over this disease. God Bless you.
Madelaine Reese <madelainereese@hotmail.com>
West Dundee, Il USA - Wednesday, June 15, 2005 9:51 AM CDT

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Luke's site is beautiful! I don't do this often, it's just too hard..Today, I am thinking if my Jessi and all the other Angels..My heartand thoughts are with you
Patti Grandma to Angel Jessica, my heart
Patti beach <mommabeach1@yahoo.com>
Lompoc, ca usa - Tuesday, June 7, 2005 11:52 AM CDT

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I've been hearing that people can't get into my guestbook I think I fixed it now I hope.Thinking of you always.

My Loving Dad's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>
EDMONTON,ALBERTA CANADA, - Tuesday, May 31, 2005 7:33 PM CDT

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Your lucky to have shared the life of this sweet child
Dr. Pac <??????????????????????????????????????????????@cox.dude>
Havasu, california Ice-land - Monday, May 30, 2005 7:08 AM CDT

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My Number 1 Dad's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>
EDMONTON,ALBERTA CANADA, - Wednesday, May 25, 2005 2:42 AM CDT

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Your Grandma signed my page.I'm so sorry for your loss.What an amazing son.He will remain in my thought's and prayer's always.
My Number 1 Dad's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>
EDMONTON,ALBERTA CANADA, - Tuesday, May 24, 2005 7:39 PM CDT

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I love the horsies on the site. bless your cowboy! Love, Ellen

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/sean/hanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
CAPE COC, MAu USA - Sunday, May 22, 2005 11:36 PM CDT

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Hi to all you wonderful "Sweets"!!! I just wanted to post on here and let you know that I looked at Luke's site. As always I "love" looking at the pictures (even though they make me cry)....at the same time they make me happy because I KNOW he is in a much better place now and I am sure "loving" being an Angel for all of us!!! I bet him and my nephew Aron are good friends by now!!! Thanks Grandpa Sweet for sending me an email and letting me know about this update on his site. We love all of you!!!
Blessings
Chemo Angel Vickie, Curt and Clint too!!!!!
Chemo Angel Vickie <Rhinotime@AOL.COM>
Phx., AZ - Sunday, May 22, 2005 3:30 PM CDT

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What a beautiful page and beautiful pictures of your precious Luke.

I couldn't stop looking of the one of him being a proper cowboy, thank you for sharing them.

Sending you warmest wishes your way


Jo Hannahand Rebecca

Jo <yarnall@blueyonder.co.uk>
England, UK - Saturday, May 21, 2005 8:16 PM CDT

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Hi. My name is Becky. My daughter, Ashlyn also has NB. She was dx at 13 months old. I just came across your web site and wanted to let you know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Many blessings.........
Becky and Ashlyn www.caringbridge.org/sd/ashlyn <beckjo70@hotmail.com>
Mitchell, SD - Monday, May 16, 2005 10:56 PM CDT

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My name is Jessica and I'm a sophomore at Oberlin College. I just wanted you to know what a special little boy Luke was and what a special littlel angel he is now. February 8th is my birthday. I just read your page for the first time and I wanted to send you my love. I will never forget his story.
Jessica Uze <Jessica.Uze@Oberlin.edu>
Arlington/Oberlin, VA/OH USA - Sunday, May 15, 2005 5:17 PM CDT

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Love the new look of Luke's page !!! The pictures are beautiful.
Beth <gbd@sympatico.ca>
Ontario, Canada - Tuesday, May 10, 2005 4:05 PM CDT

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Just to let you know I was here.
Love Colleen - Kaitlyn's mum

www.caringbridge.org/ne/kaitlyn

Colleen <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Beverley, WA Australia - Saturday, May 7, 2005 5:30 AM CDT

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Remembering sweet Angel Luke, and your family, always. I wish you comfort and peace. Love, Jeanne ~ Vinny's Nana ( http://www.prayingforvinny.org )
jeanne congdon <jeannecongdon@comcast.net>
Seattle, WA U.S. - Saturday, April 9, 2005 12:31 AM CDT

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Happy Easter, Sweet Angel Luke always. I miss you so much, your winks, your smile, you rolling your tongue, your hugs, your kisses that make me stronger, you running in the door, hideing to stay here,and all the things about you. You'll always be in my heart and soul. "I love you a bushel and a peck, you bet your dirty neck", i beat you, ha,ha, Love Grandma Sweet, Hugs and Kiss, Always xxxxxoooooo
Grandma Gail <gailsweet@zoominternet.net>
Ashland, OH U.S.A. - Sunday, March 27, 2005 7:42 AM CST

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Hi, so sorry to hear about Grandpa Sweet, I tried to call but had the wrong #. Please let him know he is in my prayers!!
As is all the family. God Bless, Love, Ellen

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape cod, Ma USA - Sunday, February 13, 2005 8:25 PM CST

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Happy Birthday Sweet Luke!
Love the Hansons.
Ellen hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
cape cod, ma usa - Wednesday, February 9, 2005 8:49 PM CST

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Dear Sweet family, I am so lucky to have met some of you! I will be thinking of you this week and praying for your strength. I also pray that you can feel your little cowboys presence with you, in you, near you. I hope that you can find a way to rejoice in having known him and had him in your family. For that you are truly blessed. I'm thinking of you every day. I had my angel candle lit tonight! Happy Valentines Day to all the Sweet Sweets! God Bless, Love, Ellen

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Tuesday, February 8, 2005 10:21 PM CST

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WELL GRANDSON lUKE,IT'S BEEN A YEAR SINCE YOU LEFT US TO TAKE YOUR PLACE IN HEAVEN.I STILL CAN FEEL THE TIGHTNESS OF YOUR HUGS AND THE FIRMNESS OF YOUR KISSES. I STILL HEAR YOUR VOICE AND YOUR LAUGHTER AND I ADMIT YOUR VOCAL DISPLEASURE OF THINGS FROM TIME TO TIME.BUT MOSTLY I CAN HEAR THE "I LOVE YOU TOO GRANDPA AND GRANDMA".I KNOW IN MY HEART THAT YOU KNEW WE LOVED YOU WITH ALL OUR BEING. WE MISS YOU SO MUCH,AND KNOW WE WILL SEE YOU AGAIN IN OUR TIME
OF PASSAGE.LOVE GRANDPA SWEET.
GENE SWEET <GAILSWEET@ZOOMINTERNET.NET>
ASHLAND, OHIO UNITED STATES - Monday, February 7, 2005 10:57 PM CST

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Dear Sweet Family:
I had followed Luke's story on the ACOR archives. I joined the list after Luke gained his wings, but I was always so touched by Gail's postings. I know this must be a very difficult time for you coming up, and just wanted you to know I was thinking of you and pray for peace and comfort for you.
Aimee, Mom to twins Kendall (dx5/04) and Zachary <aimee1@optonline.net>
Long Island, NY USA - Sunday, February 6, 2005 10:37 PM CST

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Dear friends,
Please know that Chris, Lauren, & I are all thinking of you at this very difficult time. We do know exactly what you are going through. It's still hard to believe that Luke and our Logan are both up in Heaven while we just have our precious mememories of them. I wish I could say something to take away all of the pain and hurt you feel. Please know we're here if you want to get together with us to share memories or even cry. Please keep in touch. Love, Chasta .........mommy of angel SUPERLOGAN
chasta rhine <rhino715@zoominternet.net>
ashland, oh united states - Sunday, February 6, 2005 1:54 PM CST

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Luke is such a beautiful child. I loved his pics. I'm so sorry for your great loss. It's soooooo very hard to lose a child or grandchild, I know from losing Chyanne. There is such a void in my life. But I'm grateful for my 1 yr. old granddaughter, her sister. She brings me such joy! I also have a son named Gabriel. We call him Gabe and he is 28 yrs. old. Hugs, Lisa
Lisa Wimberly- Chyanne's Nana <lisawimberly2002@msn.com>
Jackson, TN USA - Sunday, February 6, 2005 12:15 AM CST

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Dear Sweets and Gail,

We haven't heard from you all for a long time! Still thinking of you and itmust be close to Luke's 1 year anniversary of his becoming an angel. You are in our prayers. God Bless, Mary and Molly Hollway (from the Neuroblastoma List-serve, and we met you in Chicago)
Mary Hollway <maryhollway@mn.rr.com>
Edina, MN - Friday, January 28, 2005 5:23 AM CST

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Hi Sweets, Happy New Year to you and all the family. God Bless you. Love, Ellen Hanson and the kids.

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Monday, January 10, 2005 1:50 AM CST

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dear family, my name is chenelle my son alyx also has NB matterof fact i'm sitting in his hospital room right now while he gets his first dose of chemo.I'm sooo sorry to hear about your loss.i'm so scared!I can't stop cring eventhough i want to be strong please know that my heart goes out to you and yours!www3.caringbridge.org/pa/alyxcruz/
chenelle <hcruz87@mail.mercyhust.edu>
erie, pa erie - Tuesday, November 9, 2004 1:14 PM CST

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Dearest grandson Luke,I miss you. Imiss your laughter and your humor and your beauty.You were the bravest person I ever knew,you were wise beyond your years . I will love you forever. grandpa sweet.
gene sweet <gailsweet@zoominternet.net>
Ashland, oh united states - Wednesday, October 27, 2004 0:38 AM CDT

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i just wanted you to know how much i love and miss you and how much life has changed. with out you i will always think of you eveyday i have life in my earthly body you are always with me i love you luke
your daddy <gailsweet@zoominternet.net>
- Sunday, October 10, 2004 6:07 PM CDT

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Hello Sweets Family!
My name is Jenna and I came across your website. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
www.caringbridge.org/canada/jenna
Jenna <hockeykid@telus.net>
Kamloops, BC Canada - Friday, September 10, 2004 0:00 AM CDT

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Hello, Little Scott and I are just dropping in to say hello! Hope all is well. God Bless! Love, Ellen and kids.

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape cod, Ma USA - Wednesday, August 18, 2004 9:39 PM CDT

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I love all the different pictures of Luke.
I can't believe it's been six months since Luke went to heaven, still I bet it seems like a lifetime to you all.
Hoping everyone is well.
Love Colleen and Kaitlyn

www.caringbridge.org/ne/kaitlyn


Colleen <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Rockingham, WA Australia - Tuesday, August 17, 2004 7:39 PM CDT

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To all the Sweets,
hello dear friends,Gail,i follow the posts often& i had read you had mentioned my Chad before,Thank you dear one, you remember all the names,how?
I have followed your families horrible journey,I pray for you & your family all the time. Sweet angel Luke is winking & smiling upon you all the time. I just joined the list about 7 months ago.so i cried with so many of you all the time. in that short time we had many angels.I wish i could make all of them better,that they never heard the word NB.yes a cure.but i am human so i'll just cry with you.
I cant imagine the pain you go through butit pains me.
What a small world, i noticed you are from Ashland,Oh. Chad has family there. thank you again for remembering all the families. You are an inspiration to all of us. lots of hugs back to you.No matter what You are never too old for sweet hugs from a member of the family. God Bless You & your family. Love Faith & a cure but most of all
Prayers Always
Karen Louchart-- mom to Chad soon 22yrs NED <hipreciuos@aol.com- www.caringbridge.org/tn/chad>
Johnstown, Pa USA - Thursday, July 29, 2004 6:30 AM CDT

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Hello to our New friends!! Scott got a shirt at the disney store, he tells me your kids had it on. (My friends) and therefore wont take it off and told me to tell the babysitters not to wash it. He had a great time with the kids and I was so happy to meet you all. The kids are just adorable. It was really good for Scott. Thanks again to all of you! Great talking w/you Gail. Love, Ellen

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Sunday, July 25, 2004 10:18 PM CDT

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Hello Sweets, Little Scott and I look forward to meeting you in Chicago later this week. God Bless you. Ellen and Scott Andrew Hanson

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Monday, July 19, 2004 7:24 PM CDT

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grandma sweet and all the sweets,
We are so happy you'll be at the nb conference next week in Chicago. Looks like anna will be with us at the conference (we live near chicago)as she had to come home from her counselling internship in Aspen due to complications from her experimental chemo. She just found out she will not be going back to work with the kids and she is sooooooooo disappointed! We think both sets of grandparents will also be there. Can't wait to meet you. Laura (www.annabanana.org)
Laura O'Connor <Blakjk6@msn.com>
Wheaton, il usa - Friday, July 16, 2004 10:19 PM CDT

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Thinking of you all today and always
Alison Becker <beckerpat7@aol.com>
Tampa, FL USA - Tuesday, July 13, 2004 10:06 PM CDT

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Hello to the "Sweet" Family
I just finished looking at Luke's quilt, absolutely amazing, the words are beautiful and so indredibly "perfect" for such a sweet, handsome, "beautiful soul" named 'COWBOY LUKE"
I love you all, you are in my heart, soul and thoughts every single day. .... Gail and Gene, I will get in touch with you within the next few days.
I LOVE YOU ALL!!!!!!
I know Luke and Lance have held hands......
as we all do, trying to survive this tragic loss
that we are enduring, or trying to at least.
I can not wait to hug you all in Chicago!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Love,
Justine, Mom to Angel Lance <www.caringbridge.org/page/lance OR Quilapoo@aol.com>
Lake Oswego, OR - Friday, July 9, 2004 2:25 AM CDT

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Grandma and Grandpa Sweet, I just wanted to send you a very warm thank you for all the support that you continually give others as you battle day by day and hour by hour the loss of your precious grandson Luke. I am a silent reader of the NB Group and my heart has been so heavy for the pain your entire family has been through. I wish you strength for both you and Luke's parents and siblings. This is not an easy road and it's literally one minute at a time, one hour, one day. Take care of yourselves and belated Happy Birthday Gail :-)
Sincerely,
Mum to 'Angel' Ashley (04/04/97 - 11/20/02)
www.caringbridge.org/page/ashleygoud
Tricia Goud <ktgoud@cogeco.ca>
Dundas, Ont Canada - Monday, June 28, 2004 0:21 AM CDT

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Remembering Luke today and every day. Continuing to hold you all very close in my thoughts and prayers. You know we are always here if there is anything we can do for you.

*loving hugs*
FairyGodmother (Becky) Smile Quilts Angel
Greenville, SC USA - Friday, June 25, 2004 8:39 PM CDT

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Hi Grandma and Grandpa Sweet.
Thankyou for once again signing Kaitlyns guestbook, it certainly means a lot to know you are there.
I wish I could help with your pain.
Love to you all.
Colleen - Kaitlyns mum

www.caringbridge.org/ne/kaitlyn

Colleen <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Rockingham, WA Australia - Friday, June 25, 2004 5:01 AM CDT

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Grandma and Grandpa Sweet,
It's been two years since Justin's first day in heaven and we are still planning to go through and organizing the all of our pictures. We've been putting our favorites out and for the most part they bring smiles now instead of tears. Happy Birthday by the way Gail! Here's to tomorrow bringing a little more joy and happiness and a little less sorrow.
Take Care
Patrick, stepfather to Justin Gray
Patrick Flynn <pflynn@lsil.com>
Wichita, Ks USA - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 10:07 AM CDT

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What an incredible young man! I have experienced the same emotions (happiness and being sad) while looking a my son, Mason's pictures. I would like to tell you that it gets easier as time goes on (it's been 9 months) but I haven't seen any difference yet. I still miss him immensely. May God be with you all throughout these hard days without your Sweet Luke.
Sandy Jergens <sandyjerg@aol.com www.caringbridge.com/mn/masonjergens>
Watertown, MN - Thursday, June 17, 2004 3:55 PM CDT

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My thoughts and prayers continue to be with your family!

Lots of Love & Hugs to you all~

Chemo Angel Sheryl
Sheryl Gunzenahuser <mik181@mchsi.com>
Winnebago, Mn - Tuesday, June 15, 2004 2:36 PM CDT

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I miss you beyond delief my Sweet Angel LUKE. I still " Love You A Bushel and A Peck You Bet Your Dirty Neck" you probably bet me before i got this typed, HA,HA. You will always be in my heart and soul. There are so , so many people that miss you. I can still hear you say" i'm ok grandma don't cry" the day you hurt your eye. I try not to cry SWEET ANGEL LUKE but sometimes i just can't help it, forgive me. You are always with me and forever. xxxx&ooooo Grandma Sweet Sweet Hugs and Sweet Kisses
http://www.caringbreidge.org/oh/lukesweet
Grandma Gail Sweet <gailsweet@zoominternet.net>
Ashland, OH U.S.A. - Thursday, June 3, 2004 6:32 AM CDT

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What a beautiful website
for a beautiful boy!!!!

sending lots of love to you!!!!

craig, lauren, and helen

CRAIGGY
craig <trula1@comcast.net>
- Monday, May 24, 2004 10:23 PM CDT

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Hello, I was glad to hear that Chris is doing better and will probably be ok. God Bless you and your family. Prayers and Hugs, Ellen Hanson
http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape cod, Ma USA - Saturday, May 22, 2004 11:49 PM CDT

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Hi All you wonderful Sweets:
I loved looking at all the new pictures that you put up...it just makes my day to see all of you in "pictures" from time to time! Gail, I pray you and Myra both had a wonderful Mothers Day this past weekend, even though I know this "first" one without Luke will be the toughest! Please know ALL of you are in our thoughts & prayers daily!!!!
Love you all,
Angel Vickie
Vickie Fishel <Rhinotime@AOL.COM>
Phx, AZ USA - Friday, May 14, 2004 10:13 PM CDT

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Thank you for the note you left on our son Dakoda's site. As I read through some of your past journal entries, I notice the similartities between Dakoda and Luke, along with all the other courageous children that have battled and continue to battle these terrible illnesses. They all are so brave and don't complain about their pains and discomforts, and they all seem to be so full of love and joy and they want to share it with others. It is truely amazing how fantastic all these children are. What a blessing to have had Luke in your lives.

God bless,
Vern Bell
Vern Bell <Vrn3Bell@aol.com>
Denver, Co - Tuesday, May 11, 2004 0:41 AM CDT

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Hi, Hope you had a nice Mothers Day!
The Hansons

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Sunday, May 9, 2004 10:02 PM CDT

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Just wanted you to know that you are being thought of right now. Peace to you all.
Alison Becker <beckerpat7@aol.com>
Tampa, FL USA - Friday, May 7, 2004 9:49 PM CDT

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Dear Sweets, we will be looking forward to Sweet hugs if you make it to Chicago. I just finalized the plans. Now I need babysitters, but we have time for that! Hope your enjoying all those grandkids! Love, Ellen and Scott Hanson

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
CapeCod, Ma USA - Sunday, April 25, 2004 11:00 PM CDT

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Hi Sweets! What a handsome young adventurer you had in Luke! I love the pictures and I know he's ropin' and ridin' with all the other wonderful cowboys! God Bless you for the kind people you are! I know your loss is unbearable and I pray for peace to enter your heart soon and ease your sorrow!
Kim Mease~Michaela's MOM <mssilky@paonline.com>
Lancaster, Pa USA - Sunday, April 25, 2004 6:44 PM CDT

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Hi Sweets, We are a silent part of the nb family. Our Anna is 19 and has struggled for almost 2 years so far. We read the list daily and have prayed for your little guy so much. SO sorry for your loss. We'll continue to pray for you all as it is the living that has the challenge of continuing to live with the memories and the missings of their precious ones. Thought you'd like to know that you were and are amazing parents/grandparents. Annabanana.org
Laura O'Connor <Blakjk6@msn.org>
Wheaton, IL USA - Sunday, April 25, 2004 2:21 PM CDT

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Hi guys. Just dropped in for a visit. I was thinking of you all the other day when I was in downtown Port Coquitlam and saw Grandma's Sweet Shop. I think of you and Luke often. Take care.
Steve Dolling <dolling@shaw.ca>
Port Coquitlam, BC Canada - Saturday, April 24, 2004 11:42 PM CDT

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Hi Guys,
We miss Luke very bad here also.. But I rejoice in knowing that he will never be sick or feel pain again. We all look forward to that time when we will see him once again. God bless you all. we miss you! love, Curt
Curtis Fishel <litbroth@aol.com>
Phoenix, AZ - Saturday, April 17, 2004 10:50 PM CDT

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Gail & Gene, and all of Luke's Family,
Just a note to let you know that you all were in my prayers for the Blessed Easter Holyday - I pray that God will sustain all of you thru this most difficult time in your life - I know my words cannot help, but my prayers can -
I pray God blesses all of you with whatever you need to get thru life without Luke - Such a beautiful and precious child!
Eileen Drayer <dray@penn.com>
Reynoldsville, PA USa - Monday, April 12, 2004 4:29 PM CDT

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Gail & Gene, and all of Luke's Family,
Just a note to let you know that you all were in my prayers for the Blessed Easter Holyday - I pray that God will sustain all of you thru this most difficult time in your life - I know my words cannot help, but my prayers can -
I pray God blesses all of you with whatever you need to get thru life without Luke - Such a beautiful and precious child!
Eileen Drayer <dray@penn.com>
Reynoldsville, PA USa - Monday, April 12, 2004 4:28 PM CDT

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Just wanted you to know I've been back to visit, nothing I can say will help, but please know you are never far from my thoughts.
Love to all
Colleen - Kaitlyns mum

www.caringbridge.org/ne/kaitlyn

Colleen <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Rockingham, WA Australia - Friday, April 9, 2004 9:58 PM CDT

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Thank you so much for you entry. We visit here often and will never for get our sweet cowboy.
Wishing you all the best and continuing to hold you all very close in my thoughts and prayers.
*hugs*
FairyGodmother (Becky) Smile Quilts Angel
Greenville, SC USA - Sunday, April 4, 2004 10:23 PM CDT

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We want to thank everyone who has signed Angel Lukes guestbook it is great that you take the time to sign it orjust read his site. Please feel free to just say Hi. He is our Sweet Angel now. Again a special thank you to all.
Grandpa Gene and Grandma Gail Sweet and family <gailsweet@zoominternet.net>
Ashland, Oh U.S.A. - Friday, April 2, 2004 10:14 AM CST

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Just want you to know you are in our thoughts
and prayers. I went back to look at Luke's picture
again on his home page. Those pretty blue eyes.
Thank you for sharing about Luke to our group. I always
enjoy reading your post. May God give you peace.
Lou/mom to sherry/grandmother to Josh P.
www.caringbridge.org/page/josh
Lou Dailey <skiptolou@juno.com>
Knoxville, TN USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 8:31 PM CST

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I have been caringbridge surfing and came across Lukes website. He touched me and so did your writings throughout his battle. My son was the same age when he left us to be with Jesus on Aug. 30, 2003. Luke sounded like an incredible young man. My prayers are with you. Be good to yourself for Luke would want that.
Sandy Jergens <sandyjerg@aol.com www.caringbridge.com/mn/masonjergens>
Delano, MN - Thursday, March 18, 2004 3:58 PM CST

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Hello, Hope you had a Happy St. Patricks Day! Special Blessings to your angel!
Love, Ellen, Seans Mom
http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 9:18 PM CST

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thank you for sharing Luke's story with the world! It's important for all of us to learn about little angels that come to us as children to teach us to open our hearts and surrender to life and to the Divine.
all the best to you
mia
http://www.the-healing-tree.com
Mia <miafriedrich@lincsat.com>
Staffa, ON Canada - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 7:22 AM CST

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That song "Beautiful Boy" came to mind as I read and looked at the pictures of your precious son. My heart aches for you and the tears just fall. what a precious child. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry.
Nancy <thebratt72@hotmail.com>
- Friday, March 12, 2004 8:29 PM CST

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Dear Sweet Family, I just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you. I love the picture with Grandma-WoW! Two very lucky people! Bless your little cowboy in Heaven, and all of you here on earth! Love, Ellen, Seans Mom

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Saturday, March 6, 2004 10:36 PM CST

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Dear Sweet Family, you endured much pain and suffering to teach us the value of life. I know I cherish and hug my three beautiful teenage daughters with more urgency then before. You have taught us you cannot take the one important thing that God has given us for granted--LIFE. It brings tears to my eyes--that of sorrow and joy for your beautiful Luke to see him sitting there in his handsome cowboy outfit, riding out his last hours here on earth. Please know that your in my prayers, here in Cincinnati, as well as the many other Caringbridge children that I have come to know. Be strong!!!!
Conjo1682 <cheviot@fuse.net>
Cincinnati, OH US - Friday, March 5, 2004 5:53 AM CST

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Dear Sweet family.....I've read updates on Luke's site and the other site thanking us for different things.

I just wanted to say that it should be us thanking you for sharing your son's life with us. We are the ones that are blessed getting to know your precious Luke through the screen of a computer.

www.caringbridge.org/tx/hannah
Brenda Glenn (mom to Hannah) DXW/NBIV 06/02 <wsu@wt.net>
Magnolia, TX USA - Thursday, March 4, 2004 6:05 PM CST

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I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful little boy. May your family find peace and comfort in the precious memories shared.

Blessings and prayers,

Shari and Nicole
www.caringbridge.org/nm/nicole
Shari McElroy <ShariMcElroy@aol.com>
Belen, NM 87002 - Wednesday, March 3, 2004 10:58 AM CST

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Hi Sweet Family,
I just wanted to let you know that I am thorughly enjoying the photos of Luke (our little angel) that you have been sharing with all of us. To you, I say "Thank you". You are a wonderful family who opend your hearts and homes to share the love that overflows in your lives. Again, I say Thank you"! Always keeping you in my prayers, Patty
Patty Wynn <pwynn@action-performance.com>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Friday, February 27, 2004 4:48 PM CST

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Dear Sweet Family, I am so sorry for your loss, Luke was such a wonderful, caring, brave child and I'am sure he had to have learned that from his parents! I've only met you a couple of times when I was with Sharyn, but little Luke sure touched my heart and makes me count my blessings each and every day. I hope to see you sometime soon, Sharyn and I plan a trip to come visit you. If there is anything at all you need, please don't hesitate to give us a call. I'am sorry I missed you when you were in to the hospital the other day. Sharyn was off, but I wish I would have been able to say hello. I saw the pictures of Luke and the plant...it's so nice! Sharyn put it right up front so we'll go by it everyday and remember that brave little soul that you brought into this world. You are forever in my prayers! I know now that every thing has settled down it's alot harder, but just know you will get through this. Luke is up there in Heaven watching over you to make sure of that. Take care of yourself's and we'll see you soon!
Melanie Barr <ilizzy@hotmail.com>
Stow, Oh Summit - Wednesday, February 25, 2004 6:13 AM CST

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I found your Angel Luke's website while checking up on the Ervin's. I am so sorry to hear that another sweet Angel earned his wings way too young. It has only been since Luke Ervin went through those Golden Gates that I came to know about CaringBridge and all the sick children there are. It saddens me to think that so many families must go through this pain and agony every day. It's just not fair. I work in maternity at Mansfield MedCentral and it's all too often that there are those having babies that shouldn't, or have done drugs, etc. and have healthy babies. And then there is you- the parents who have done everything right and have made a wonderful life for your kids- and they are taken from you. As Monte Ervin told me though, imagine if these children had cancer and lived in an abusive home, etc. How horrible that would be. Thank God he chose you as parents to take care of this precious little boy through his sickness. He is running with Lukie E. and having a blast, pain and cancer free in Heaven.
Love, Beth Leppo <beanieb@neo.rr.com>
Mansfield , OH USA - Sunday, February 22, 2004 7:34 PM CST

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Continuing to lift you all up to our Lord in prayer. These days are surely difficult ones. Please know that you're in our constant thoughts and prayers.
*hugs*
FairyGodmother (Becky) Smile Quilts Angel
Greenville , SC USA - Saturday, February 21, 2004 8:59 AM CST

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To all of the Sweet family: My heart goes out to each one of you. The sad part was seeing your child go through the pain of cancer and then loosing him. Keep your faith, that is so important. He is a happy and healthy little boy now.
Katherine Sloan <sloan1946@aol.com>
Ashland, Oh USA - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 8:03 PM CST

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I came to your site from another CaringBridge page. I am so sorry that your precious Luke isn't with you. My son, Samuel, passed away in November at 3 years and 9 months of age after a 3 year battle with a brain tumor, so I understand your pain and loss. I am thankful that you got to experience your special trip with Luke. I weep for you, but I rejoice for Luke in his new, glorious life in Heaven.

Kelly, Samuel J.'s mama
http://www.caringbridge.org/pa/samuelj
Kelly Johnson
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 1:32 PM CST

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To the Sweet Family, Please keep in contact. Know that you have and will be in our prayers Daily. There is a group called concern friends that meet the 4th Thursday of each month. It is for people who have lost a child. we found it helpful to be able to talk to people who have been there and give us guidance. If interested contact me. Let me know Faye
Faye English <brucejon@bright.net>
Ashland, Oh - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 6:46 AM CST

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I was directed here from another parent whose child has died from cancer. My son, also named Luke, died July 31st after a 18mo battle with brain cancer. He was only 3 yrs and 23 days old when he died... My heart aches for you all. Your Luke was a beautiful child and I know God is rejoicing at bringing him home. Please don't forget your other children, they are here and need you desperately too... I know how hard it all is... Please feel free to contact us if you need anything...
Ivy Ervin Forever Missing Luke <ivymeadows@earthlink.net http://caringbridge.org/oh/lukeervin>
Mansfield, Oh - Tuesday, February 17, 2004 8:56 PM CST

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derest sweet family, I think of you every day and of my sweet Luke, I wonder will my tears ever stop falling, but I know he is in a much better place, I miss him so much,I wish I could take away your pain and hurt, you are truly such a fine dear family, I will continue to pray for you and think of you everyday,please keep in touch with me, I love you all, please take care love Sharyn
sharyn SPRINGSTON <HNYBNY1022@AOL.COMM>
AKRON, OH USA - Tuesday, February 17, 2004 7:59 PM CST

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The Sweet Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God continue to bless you in all his ways.
Peggy Ray <Peg42@aol.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Tuesday, February 17, 2004 10:53 AM CST

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I have been visiting the list serve regularly as my 4 yr old nephew, Matthew also has nb. I feel I know some of you although I sign the guestbooks but do not email anyone. I prayed for you and your family again today during Church. I will continue to pray for you. I do think of all the children often. I was fortunate to visit Matthew this weekend and could help keep my brother company when we needed to go to the ER and have Matthew admitted with a fever. This is an awful disease.
Matthew is teaching me some of the traits Luke has taught so many people. We need to treasure each moment.
I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful family you are.
Kathy Hoar <Kathysim56@msn.com>
Boca Raton, Fl usa - Sunday, February 15, 2004 7:50 PM CST

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Family Sweet:
I only wish I could offer you some small comfort in your loss of your sweet Luke. There is no comfort within the realm of all humanity that can reach to that depth within your hearts. Though I am rendered helpless, there is one to whom I am praying for you all. May He give you the comfort that i cannot. Remembering Luke with you today and always imprinted on my heart. You can never know the profound effect you have all had upon my life. I am so sorry. I am thanking the one who loves you all far better than me for the gift of Luke. May you all have peace. With love, carrie
carrie <oakhill@soonet.ca>
- Saturday, February 14, 2004 4:17 PM CST

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Angel Luke and family, Today is celebrated as a day of love, know that you are loved and thought of not only today but every day. Luke has made the transition from an Angel on Earth to his Heavenly home, but not without leaving his mark here on earth. Lessons learned from him and his devoted family will live on forever here on earth.
Pleae know you are all in our thoughts and prayers as you travel the road ahead with dignity and honor as Luke lived.
God bless you all. Smile Quilts Angels


Smile Quilts Angels <smilequilts@smilequilts.com>
- Saturday, February 14, 2004 2:37 PM CST

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Dear Sweets,
In honour of Luke and because we can not be there today. I am reading the journal learning more and thinking about you all . I am of course sobbing as I read. What you all have been through is so overwhelming and I hope you all know how much you have touched so many with your experience. I will never forget Luke and feel so lucky to have met such a brave soul. Our thoughts have been with you all day and will continue to be. God Bless you all,
Love,
Diane, Clay and Dixie Dude Ranch family
Diane Conoly <ddrjackalope@hctc.net>
Bandera, Texas USA - Saturday, February 14, 2004 2:09 PM CST

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Dear Sweet Family,

You do not know me but Luke's passing has me weeping. I found your site a few weeks ago but did not sign the guest book as our Gabbie also died from neuroblastoma and I never want to pass along that fear.

I looked at the photo page and that is when I started crying. What these children suffer and with such grace is so deeply emotional for me and always will be.

Your Luke Sweet is very sweet! He is now gracing the streets of heaven with our one and only Savior, Jesus Christ.

This is the hardest trial of all and I will keep your family in my prayers.

It can seem so dark. But always know that God does love you so very much.

God bless,
The Paquette's: Monica, John, Aubrey, Saint Gabbie, and Noah Gabriel

* * * Gabbie’s Site * * *

Monica Paquette <mj.paquette@att.net>
Minneapolis, MN - Friday, February 13, 2004 7:02 PM CST

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To the Sweet Family,
What beautiful memories Luke left for you. What wonderful pictures to remember you sweet love by. I am so sorry that you are dealing with the loss of your son/grandson. I am so sorry that his siblings had to watch him and will miss him so. I wish I had words of comfort, there are no words. I am thinking of you all and so happy for you that you were able to create such precious memories with Luke and that he was able to complete a wonderous trip before his passing. The strength of child is amazing and Luke has shown us all how to live life to the fullest. Peace be with you all in the coming times.
Gin Bogert
www.caringbridge.org/fl/paytonbogert <ginbogert@yahoo.com>
Oviedo, FL USA - Friday, February 13, 2004 1:08 PM CST

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Dear Myra, Chris and family,
Words can not express the feelings I have to share with you all, but I will try. Your visit with us had such an impact on all of us and the little time we spent with you all and Luke was so special!!! I think of you all everyday and especially at night when I am trying to go to sleep. I can only imagine the feelings you all have, and I pray that the empty feeling of your great loss will soon be filled with joyous memories and the relief of his pain having ended .
We feel so honoured to have had the pleasure of having him come here to our ranch and home to fulfill his cowboy dream. He and you all will be a part of us forever as you have given us gifts of greater knowledge of strength, of love, compassion and the challenge of letting go that which you want to hold onto forever.
Thank you for sharing Luke with us. We love you all and look forward to your return visit. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers daily and we love you all.
The pictures turned out great.!
Love, Diane , Clay, Alec, Sharp and the rest of the Dixie Dude ranch family .
P.S. I hope Dixie is doing well and that you all are enjoying her.
Diane Conoly <ddrjackalope@hctc.net>
Bandera, Tx USA - Friday, February 13, 2004 9:23 AM CST

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Hi Grandma Sweet and All of Luke's Family~
It has taken me this long to add this entry into your Guestbook because I can't seem to find the right words. I am so saddened to hear of Luke's passing into Heaven. The night before his passing I got an email from you asking me to make some squares for Luke's quilt in celebration of his sixth birthday. They were done and are added to his quilt because Luke's birth is a day to celebrate and always will be. His song "Hey Good Lookin'" (How fitting) A more handsome cowboy there never was. Thank you for sharing Luke with everyone and allowing me to get to know him through emails, his quilt and your journal. He will be forever loved and thought of with fondness. I'm sure that God has let Luke trade his halo in for a cowboy hat.
Love,
Angel Gloria <SimplicityMD@comcast.net>
Owings Mills, MD USA - Friday, February 13, 2004 9:03 AM CST

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Dear Sweet Family,
I have followed Luke's journey for a while now and I share your sadness during this difficult time. Luke was a very special boy, an angel even here on earth. His courage and that precious smile will remain with us forever. He left some big footprints on my heart and I will never ever forget him. Thank you for sharing the picture of Luke, I'm so glad he got to be a real cowboy. The joy just radiates from him in the picture and you will have those memories of that trip to treasure in your hearts forever, nothing can ever take them away from you.
I wish you all the best in the days ahead. Please know that you're all held close in my thoughts and prayers.


*hugs*


FairyGodmother (Becky) Smile Quilts Angel
Greenville, SC USA - Thursday, February 12, 2004 10:26 PM CST

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Dear Sweet Family, I love the pictures of Luke being a cowboy. I'm happy Luke was able to make it to the dude ranch -- he's the handsomest cowboy I've ever seen! I am so saddened to hear of Luke's passing, but I know God welcomed him with open arms. I know that doesn't make it any easier for you, the family, but please know that we feel your pain and pray that God helps you through this time of sorrow. Without a doubt Luke will live forever in our hearts. Peace be with you. Love and God Bless, Michaela's Aunt Kath
Kathy Johnson <bellaluca@dejazzd.com>
Lancaster, PA USA - Thursday, February 12, 2004 6:02 AM CST

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I'm so sorry to hear of Luke's passing. He was an amazing little boy and taught me a lot about life through his journal. Thank you for sharing your little boy and your family with me. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and I know that Luke will forever be in your heart.
Lisa
Seattle, WA - Thursday, February 12, 2004 0:04 AM CST

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Dearest Sweet Family,
I just loved the pictures of Luke at the dude ranch. That is so wonderful that you all were able to make that special time together. What a sweetheart. May the Lord comfort you all at this time. Luke will live on forever.Love and prayers
Tammy
Tammy Parmer <Kntparmer@cs.com>
Lancaster , PA USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 9:42 PM CST

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Dear Sweet Family, I LOVE the pictures. Luke is free like the wild horses on his birthday cake. Thinking of you all. Ellen and Scott Hanson

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen and Scott Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 8:53 PM CST

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Dear Sweet Family~

I know that there is nothing I can say or do that will take away the pain of living without Luke but I pray that God will comfort you and show you that it can be done-one day at a time. God with Luke by his side will always be there. It's been 11 years since my sister passed away from rhabdomyosarcoma and I know she's still with us because I still love her.
Crystal <mgruber@localnet.com>
New Holland, Pa USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 8:11 PM CST

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Dearest Mommy & Daddy

When you wonder the meaning of Life and Love
Know that I am with you,
Close your eyes and feel me kissing you
In the gentle breeze across your cheek.

When you begin to doubt that you shall ever see me again,
Quiet your mind and hear me,
I am in the whisper of the Heavens
Speaking of your love.

When you lose your identity
When you question who you are and where you are going,
Open your heart and see me
I am the twinkle in the stars shining down upon you
Lighting the path for your journey.

When you awaken each morning
Not remembering your dreams
But feeling content and serene
Know that I was with you--
Filling your night with thoughts of me.

When you linger in the remnant pain
Wholeness seeming so unfamiliar
Think of me and
Know that I am with you,
Touching you through the shared tears of a gentle friend
......Easing the pain.

As the sunrise illuminates the morning sky
In the breathtaking glory, awaken your spirit
Think of our time, all too brief, but ever brilliant.
When you were certain of us, together
When you were certain of your destiny.

Know that God created that moment in time,
************Just for US************
Dearest Mommy & Daddy, I am with you ALWAYS.


Sheryl Gunzenhauser <mik181@mchsi.com>
Winnebago, Mn - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 7:18 PM CST

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To Lukes family~
I got your web info from Madelyn Powell's page...
There are no words to explain how very sorry I am !
As I sit here and read the journal entries, my heart is aching for your family...having been the first time that I am visiting Lukes site, It brought tears to my eyes thats for sure... what a precious son you have !!!
How awesome that Luke got to be a real cowboy, that is so special!
Cancer really is so unfair, it just makes me so sad to see all these precious kids dying from this.
Please know even though I do not know your family, I will be praying for you and hoping that you find some comfort in knowing that your precious son is flying free right now...
I know there are no words that will comfort you, but by the looks of this guestbook Luke was loved very much! What a precious child God has !
My thoughts & prayers are with you all!!
God Bless
Chemo Angel Sheryl
Sheryl Gunzenhauser <mik181@mchsi.com>
Winnebago, Mn - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 7:11 PM CST

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I just love the pic of Luke on the horse. I'm so sorry for your pain, but I hope you can take comfort in knowing Luke is now pain free in God's care. I can just see him and my Angel Dillon playing together. If you need anything please let me know.
Lisa(mom to Angel Dillon forever 3 1/2) <LisaRolins@aol.com>
Conway, AR USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 5:35 PM CST

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Dear Guys,
Thank you for letting me know about this site. He looked like a real cowboy, and I couldn't be happier for him, fore he achieved his goal to be a cowboy. Your whole family touched me in so many different ways over the short time we were together. I will always love ya all and consider you part of my extended family. Any time ya all want to visit, just give me a holler and maybe we'll all do a horseride together in his memory. God has touched you and gave you a chance to raise one of God's very special angels, and you did wonderful. Luke will always be alive in my heart as I'm sure he is in yours. Hugs and kisses, Brian
Brian Fuller <lonestarviplimo@msn.com>
San Antonio, TX U.S.A. - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 4:54 PM CST

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Dear Sweet Family,
I found your website from the Mease's (Michaela) and have been checking in on Luke for about two weeks now. I want to extend my deepest condolences to your family on the loss of your precious Luke. I cried with you as I looked at the recent pictures of Luke as a cowboy, but I am so glad you were able to make the trip and that Luke spent his last days on earth doing the things he loved best with the people he loved most. I truly believe that Luke is now the coolest cowboy in heaven and that his little body has been made new and pain free. My family and I will keep you in our prayers as you cope with life without Luke. May you feel the loving arms of God carrying you along and may you rest in the knowledge that you will be reunited with Angel Luke one day in heaven. With prayers and condolences,
The Hartsock Family
Lancaster, PA USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 2:34 PM CST

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The Lord be with you at this difficult time, but know that Luke is pain free and in a much better place. My thoughts and prayers are with you.


Jean Lou Hess <JHess97037@aol.com>
Bolingbrook, IL USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 11:08 AM CST

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My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Alea <thewoods01@yahoo.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 9:14 AM CST

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May his memory be eternal.
Michael R. Riley <mriley@troygroup.com>
Steubenville, OH USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 8:57 AM CST

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Dear Sweets, I am sending lots of love and healing thoughts to your family now. I am very sorry that Luke isn't with us anymore, but I am sure he's watching over us all!
God Bless you all and bring you peace!
Dave,Kim, Michaela,Nicholas and Daniel Mease <mssilky@paonline.com>
Lancaster, PA USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 8:14 AM CST

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Words cannot being to express the loss you are experiencing. Know that Luke is with Jesus now, probably even showing Him how to be a cowboy, and that he will never hurt again and will be watching over all of you until the day you can be reunited. Cherish every memory you have and continue to create more with those that are with you now.
A friend
Madison, WI - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 6:54 AM CST

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Chris, Myra and Family,

Words cannot express our sympathy for your family. I am so truly sorry. Luke touched so many lives- most will never be the same after meeting this little cowboy. So filled with love, laughter, and happiness! I believe he learned this love and grace from his family- who obviously loved him so. I feel very blessed we had the opportunity to meet Luke (and all of you) in Chicago, at the conference. I pray for peace and strength for you and your family. May our heavenly Father comfort you all in the days ahead. Tonight, when I look at the stars, my thoughts will be with all of you and your special little Angel. May God Bless all of you!!
Connie, Bob, Allie and Madelyn (www.caringbridge.org/mn/missmadelyn) <Roco595@aol.com>
St. Cloud, MN - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 9:04 PM CST

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Sending our love and special prayers for your family.


Angel Sprite and all your Smile Quilts friends. <smilequilts@smilequilts.com>
Eckert, Colorado USA - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 7:35 PM CST

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Dearest Sweet family,

I am deeply sorry for your loss!! I'm so sorry Luke's time here with you had to be so short. I wish it weren't so. I will continue to pray for you. In time, may God grant you peace & comfort until the day you are reunited with "sweet" Luke.

With much sadness,

Sherry Powell, Josh's mom, www.caringbridge.org/page/josh <srdpowell@aol.com>
Knoxville, TN - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 2:32 PM CST

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DEAR CHRIS & MYRA I wish I could find the right words to say but I don't know what they are. I love you and you are in my prayers continuously. I know Luke is in heaven now and that he has been welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus where he has been healed completely and there is no more pain or tears. There will always be a place in our family and hearts that belongs to Luke.
Lisa and John <jolivandy@infoblvd.net>
WAVERLY, NY USA - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 2:11 PM CST

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On angel's wings Luke became the "Greatest Cowboy" - I am praying for the Sweet Family that you can find some peace in the devastation of losing Luke far too soon - I hope the words you find here bring some comfort at such a difficult time - With so much sorrow and prayers, Eileen Drayer
Eileen Drayer <dray@penn.com>
Reynoldsville, PA United States - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 9:25 AM CST

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LUKE I CAN NOT HOLD YOU OR TOUCH YOU ANYMORE THAT DOES NOT MEAN YOU ARE NOT WITH ME ANYLESS.. AS MUCH AS I WOULD HAVE WANTED IT TO END ANOTHER WAY, I WOULD NOT CHANGE THE LAST WEEK WE HAD AS A COMPLETE FAMILY.. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MY HERO COWBOY!! YOUR BEST BUDDY DADDY
LUKE'S FATHER CHRISTOPHER <GLAS6@AOL.COM>
YOUR HOME, OH U.S.A - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 1:44 AM CST

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www.lanefrost.com/laneslegacy.htm
There is a green eyed dimple cheeked cowboy up yonder who will take your sweet Luke under his wing and show him the ropes. Our Levi died of neuroblastoma in December 1998 after a brave fight. You are not alone on this dark road.
John and Gail Lindekugel <levi4ever@charter.net>
Gibbon, NE 68840 - Monday, February 9, 2004 11:44 PM CST

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Deepest sympathy to Lukes family.
I am so glad Luke had a chance to be a cowboy.
Thinking of you all.
Love and hugs from Australia
Colleen and Kaitlyn

www.caringbridge.org/ne/kaitlyn

Colleen <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Rockingham, WA Australia - Monday, February 9, 2004 11:35 PM CST

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To Chris and His Lovely Wife and Family, Chris, I know we only knew each other a short time at work, but I feel like I have known you all my life. Jon and I were so devastated when we heard about Luke. Our prayers and condolences are with you and you entire family. When I called Jon and told him about Luke passing, he just totally went to pieces and wanted me to pass on to you and your family his prayers also. I know it is hard to accept, but it is also a god send in a way. It is never easy losing a child, but the man upstairs has better plans for Luke believe me. If ever you need someone to just talk to you know where I live and you know my phone number (419-747-7887), and I am always available to you and your family. My Love and Prayers, TG Miller (SilverWolf)
TG Miller <silverwolf@tgmiller.net>
Mansfield, Ohio USA - Monday, February 9, 2004 7:49 PM CST

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Dear Sweets, We are so sorry.We are glad Luke got to be a cowboy.You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Luke will be missed dearly, he has touched so many hearts in such a short time...
Take care.
From all your friends at Milark
becky <rpaulo@neo.rr.com>
Mansfield, oh usa - Monday, February 9, 2004 7:36 PM CST

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Dearest Sweet Family,
Words cannot express what I feel for you now. I cannot even begin to know how it feels to lose a loved one as close as Luke is to you. What I can tell you is how much Luke and all of you touched me. I have never met him in person as I was out of town when he came to visit his "Race Team". He spread so much joy as we gathered autographs from racers and race track officials and fans. Every time his name came up, every one smiled! I remember when I was embroidering his Team Speed Graphics shirt, it was so small, I had to fight with the hoops and I prayed I wouldn't mess it up. I wish I could have been there when he got to open it and put it on the first time. He will live forever in my heart and I will always pray for you, his family. Love & Prayers to all! Patty

Patty Wynn <pwynn@action-performance.com>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Monday, February 9, 2004 6:24 PM CST

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I am so sorry to hear about Luke. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.


Cathy Rezmer (Shane's mom) <cjrezmer@yahoo.com>
Bay City, MI USA - Monday, February 9, 2004 12:07 AM CST

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Dear precious Sweet family,

Your family is in my continuous prayers. I have been praying for your luke for sometime and am praying that he will be sending you lots of love and comfort over these days of saddness. May God Bless your family.
WIth love, Debbie Hume
Debbie Hume www.matthewhume.com <hume@thegrid.net>
Cayucos, CA USA - Monday, February 9, 2004 8:59 AM CST

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Lifting you all in prayer. Remember there are so many holding you and Luke in their hearts.

Your nb list-serv family,
Natalie Martin-Rak (www.caringbridge.com/fl/lina) <vladanat@comcast.net>
Jacksonville, fl - Monday, February 9, 2004 7:04 AM CST

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Words can't express the sadness.

With love, prayers and deepest sympathy from your Ohio NB family,
The Thomas Team

Angela
OH - Monday, February 9, 2004 5:35 AM CST

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Sending you our thoughts,love, and prayers.
Misty (Trey's mom) <mistrey30@aol.com>
Roanoke, Va USA - Monday, February 9, 2004 5:13 AM CST

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Stop....and smell the sweet aroma that he always left behind.

Brenda Glenn (mom to Hannah) <wsu@wt.net>
Magnolia, TX USA - Monday, February 9, 2004 5:01 AM CST

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Dear Sweets, We are so sorry for your loss. We pray to God that He continues to pour out His love and grant your family comfort and peace. He is receiving Luke with open arms.
Ausitn & Helen <chiu_helen@hotmail.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Monday, February 9, 2004 1:09 AM CST

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Dear Sweets, I am so glad that Luke got his wish to be a real cowboy. I am so glad that your family had the strength and courage to take this trip. What a blessed time together that you will treasure forever. God Bless your Little Angel Luke and all your family. Wishing you peace and comfort, Ellen and Scott Hanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Marstons Mills, Ma USA - Sunday, February 8, 2004 9:01 PM CST

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I am so so sorry. My heart aches for you. Your family is in my prayers. May God give you strength to face the days ahead. God Bless you all,
Love Susie, Trey’s granny <sharingthoughts@hotmail.com>
Dry Fork, Va - Sunday, February 8, 2004 9:01 PM CST

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Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Luke is with his Heavenly Father now, at peace, without pain. May God bless, comfort and keep you, until you can all be together again. Goodbye, for now, beautiful Luke.

Love, Jeanne, Traci and Vinny
Jeanne Congdon and Traci Speziale <jc2222@comcast.net>
Seattle, WA U.S. - Sunday, February 8, 2004 8:17 PM CST

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Just wanted to say "Hi" and see how your trip is
going.Happy Valentine to all the boys & family.
Luke is in my prayers. Faith, Hope & Love, Lou
grandmother to Josh www.caringbridge.org/page/josh
Lou Dailey <skiptolou@juno.com>
Knoxville, TN USA - Sunday, February 8, 2004 1:44 PM CST

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HEY LUKE.... HANG IN THERE IN TEXAS. HOPE YOU MAKE IT HOME SOON. YOUR NEW YORK CONNECTION ARE PRAYING REAL HARD FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
John and Lisa Vanderhoof <jolivandy@infoblvd.net>
WAVERLY, NY USA - Sunday, February 8, 2004 1:23 PM CST

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Hey Cowboy........I was just checking in to see if you made it home....Can't wait to hear all about your adventure.
Brenda Glenn (mom to Hannah) DXW/NBIV 06/02 www.caringbridge.org/tx/hannah <wsu@wt.net>
Magnolia, Tx USA - Saturday, February 7, 2004 1:49 PM CST

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Hi Luke, I found your webpage off of Christi Thomas' site..what a neat site you have and I love your pictures! I hope you are having a great time on your trip!
Donna (mom to Ansley) <COCHRAN7871@COMCAST.NET>
Dallas, ga - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 10:15 PM CST

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Luke - I found the link to you on Michaela's page and just wanted to stop by and say hello. You are SO lucky to be able to be a real live cowboy!! I hope you are enjoying your trip. I am sending love and many prayers your way. You are a very strong young man.
Donita <djswayne@armstrong.com>
Quarryville, PA USA - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 8:34 AM CST

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Oh, what wonderful news you were able to go on your trip! Anxiously awaiting your return! Such a precious family picture.
Brenda Glenn (mom to Hannah) DXW/NBIV 06/02 www.caringbridge.org/tx/hannah <wsu@wt.net>
Magnolia, TX USA - Tuesday, February 3, 2004 11:43 PM CST

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Hi Luke, I hope you are having a GREAT time at the dude ranch. That really sounds like fun! My son Sean has NB also. He is 16mo. old. He is just learning how to make race car sounds. BRRRRM>>>BRRRRM. I can't wait to see your pictures. We will continue to pray for you and your family. God Bless you! Ellen, Seans Mom (nb3 9/03)
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Tuesday, February 3, 2004 11:03 PM CST

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Hi Luke....just stopping by to check on you. Have a wonderful time on your trip. Can't wait to hear all about it when you return.
Brenda Glenn (mom to Hannah) DXW/NBIV 06/02 www.caringbridge.org/tx/hannah <wsu@wt.net>
Magnolia, TX USA - Monday, February 2, 2004 10:46 PM CST

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Found your site on our favorite, UofMichigan fan, Shane's site. Hope your trip is all it should be and enjoy San Antonio-It is a great place.

Take care

www.caringbridge.org/il/zoejowolsfeld
Candyce <cywolsfeld1@insightbb.com>
SpringValley, IL USA - Monday, February 2, 2004 8:18 PM CST

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HAPPY VALENTINES DAY LUKE!!!
You've come a long way Sweetie. You are one brave little boy and an inspiration to us all.
With Lollipop Kisses and Cupcake Hugs,
Angel Gloria <SimplicityMD@comcast.net>
Owings Mills, MD USA - Monday, February 2, 2004 8:08 PM CST

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G'day Luke
Love the new pics.
What a good looking boy.
Can't wait for cowboy pics.
Hugs from Australia
Colleen and Kaitlyn

www.caringbridge.org/ne/kaitlyn/

Colleen <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Rockingham, WA Australia - Monday, February 2, 2004 5:06 AM CST

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Hi Luke~
I learned of your website threw the Mease's website. I know you're not feeling yourself right now but just think in a few days you'll be the best "dude" on the ranch. I'll be praying for you and your family that you have a safe and happy trip!
Crystal <mgruber@localnet.com>
New Holland, Pa USA - Sunday, February 1, 2004 2:40 PM CST

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Hey there cowboy,,,i hear your not yourself these day,,but thats ok the ucky meds. your taking can make you feel like you wanna spit nails unh?? i hope your feeling better and take lots of pictures for all of us to see.Im sending you 100 Hail Marys and many more blessings and prayers ,you stay strong cowboy,I know my heroes have always been COWBOYS... God Bless . Michaelas Aunt Lori
Lori Heming <lovebuglkh@dejazzd.com>
lancster, - Sunday, February 1, 2004 9:53 AM CST

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Best wishes and continued prayers!
Love, The Thomas Team www.ChristiThomas.com
Tiffin, OH - Sunday, February 1, 2004 2:11 AM CST

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Hi Luke and Sweet Family,
I heard about your site from the Meases. I'll bet your getting so excited for your trip. I'll be praying that all goes well and the weather cooperates. I've always wanted to go to a real Dude Ranch too. Please take lots of pictures and share them with us. Hope you all wonderful time! Love and Prayers, Tammy, Lys, and Emme
Tammy <Kntparmer@cs.com>
Lancaster, PA USA - Sunday, February 1, 2004 0:46 AM CST

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Lord, hear our prayers.......
Brenda Glenn (mom to Hannah) DXW/NBIV 06/02 www.caringbridge.org/tx/hannah <wsu@wt.net>
Magnolia, TX USA - Friday, January 30, 2004 10:38 PM CST

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Hi Luke & Family: I also work with Michaela Mease's "Uncle Bob" (the same place as Cathy who sent you an e-mail earlier). I will continue to check in on you through your website and pray for you every night. I keep a 3x5 card beside my bed of people I pray for and, tonight, I will add your name to that list. Have a fun time in Texas. It just has to be warmer then here in Pennsylvania. I always wanted a horse, but the closest I ever came was a few riding lessons and reading lots of books about horses. Have fun cowboy!!
Nancy Minchoff <nrminchoff@dejazzd.com>
Quarryville, PA USA - Friday, January 30, 2004 6:34 PM CST

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Hi:

I just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope the trip to Texas is a go.
Jean Lou Hess <JHess97037@aol.com>
Bolingbrook, IL USA - Friday, January 30, 2004 5:48 PM CST

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Hi Luke's family,
I am angel Rebecca's mom,(NB July 18, 2003 eight), We sure are pulling and praying for you, especially on your "cowboy" trip. Horses are so much fun and Rebecca loved to ride. I know that she will watch over you all. Just a thought. Hospice added Ritalin to Bec's protocol at the end so that she was not knocked out by the large doses of pain meds but was still very happy and comfortable and could paint and visit and was "here" until the very end when she just was peaceful. Miracles do happen and I will pray very hard that Luke gets his. I think that God must be noticing that our Neuroblastoma kids need a break.
Laura Fakier <rebeccafakier@hotmail.com>
Houma, LA USA - Friday, January 30, 2004 8:25 AM CST

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Hi Luke! Michaela Mease's Mom said to stop by and say Hi! We follow Michaela' website because we work with her Uncle Bob (and to see how Michaela's doing, of course). Hope you can make that trip to Texas. You'll have to post some pictures on your site showing us how great you look on horseback. By the way, I have a son named Luke who's 8 yrs. old -- great name!
Your Friend, Cathy Milanak
Willow Street, PA USA - Friday, January 30, 2004 7:53 AM CST

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Hey, sweet Luke and family!

I'm a member of the NB listerv and have been reading all about you; it's nice to get to come to your web page and see how CUTE you are, Luke! Wish I was as cute! :-)

I love the picture of you on the home page giving the "thumbs up" sign--that's the way we should ALL look at life, with our THUMBS UP!!

Blessings,
Becky
Becky Smith <caringbridge.org/nc/sarahsmith beckysmith62@aol.com>
Mooresville, NC - Friday, January 30, 2004 5:43 AM CST

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Hey there Luke.
Thinking of you gorgeous.
Colleen - Kaitlyns mum

www.caringbridge.org/ne/kaitlyn

Colleen <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Rockingham, WA Australia - Friday, January 30, 2004 4:29 AM CST

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Hi Luke!

I just found your web page from Michaela's. I can't wait to read about your fun time as a cowboy! You are very brave! Your family sounds so special and they love you a bunch! May the Lord bless you and keep you and make His face shine down upon you and give you PEACE!!!!!

-Angie (mom to Gabriella dx w/nb stage 4 July 2003)
Angie Gallegos <joyfulinhope@juno.com www.caringbridge.com/mi/gabriella>
Auburn Hills, MI USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 11:37 PM CST

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Howdy Luke! I was brought here by Michaella's page. I've never been to Texas and I've never been to a dude ranch either, but you are going to have a great time! The weather should be much better than it is where you are! Like someone else wrote, I can't wait to see pictures of you being a cowboy! You and your family are in my prayers!
Lisa Huber <lahbb123@msn.com>
Mountville, PA USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 9:26 PM CST

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Howdy Partner,
I hope you have the best time on your trip!!
Patty-mom to Joey www.caringbridge.org/ny/josephedward/ <lucky43560@aol.com>
Long Island, NY USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 8:49 PM CST

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Dear Luke and family, I found your site from another Caringbridge page. I just wanted to say that you're sure a strong, brave little boy, and I hope you're feeling well enough to enjoy your trip to the Dude Ranch next week. Thinking and praying for you....
Denise Ward <deniward@shaw.ca>
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada - Thursday, January 29, 2004 8:22 PM CST

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Hi Luke and family, I just found your site and wanted to stop by to say hello. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I hope that you are able to go and have a great time as cowboys and cowgirls. Prayers to you all.
Lisa
Seattle, WA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 8:11 PM CST

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Hey there Luke, first of all might I say ,you are a little cutie!!! I love your name to,I have a puppy and his name is also Luke!!! My friend the Meases told me about you and I just had to come say HOWDIE PARTNER,,You are going to have great time , there isnt enough hours in the day for all the fun that is coming your way!!! I want to know I am and will be praying for you and your family. You just live life to be happy and lets us grownups to the praying,,he hears ALL OF OUR PRAYERS that you can believe and trust,,,Have a great time at the ranch,, Love and god bless you ,and peace be with you always,,Your new friend Aunt Lori Heming,( Michaela's Aunt)
Lori Heming <lovebuglkh@dejazzd.com>
Lancaster, pa USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 6:47 PM CST

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I'm keeping you very close to my heart in thoughts and prayers.
*hugs*

FairyGodmother (Becky) Smile Quilts Angel
Greenville, SC USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 6:40 PM CST

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Luke,
Hey there buddy. We are friends of Michaela Mease and her family. You are such a cutie!!! You have to have positive thoughts in order to get well enough to make the trip to Texas. You are gonna have soooo much fun!!! Hopefully it will be ALOT warmer than it is in Ohio. I want to see pictures of you on your website with horses and a cowboy hat. We are huge supporters of Michaela and we know what you are going through but it sounds like you are a pretty tough little guy. We will be thinking of you in Texas - Have the time of your life!!! Good thoughts and many prayers to you and your family.
Brad, Traci & Tiffany Frantz <badstang@juno.com>
Strasburg, PA USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 4:01 PM CST

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Hello Sweets! I sure hope sweet Luke gets his pain undercontrol so that you Dude Ranch trip is more fun than you could have ever dreamed! I am praying for you all and sending positive thoughts and hugs your way! God Bless!
http://www.caringbridge.org/pa/michaelaann
Kim Mease~Michaela's MOM <mssilky@paonline.com>
Lancaster, PA USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 10:03 AM CST

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Wishing you a very happy trip with fond memories to be treasured forever!! God bless you!!!

Angela Thomas
Love, the Christi Crew
Tiffin, OH - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 7:08 PM CST

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You're all in our prayers and thoughts! God bless you!

ALl our love from the other side of the Buckeye State,
Christi's Mommy, Angela
www.ChristiThomas.com

Angela Thomas
Tiffin, OH - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 2:52 AM CST

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Hi, Luke! I'm a friend of your mom, Myra, and she used to come and spend time with some of us women at Park Street Church. We would pray, and read the Bible and talk. You know how much us girls like to talk! Was thinking about you and your family and came out to your website. It's cool that you like racing and got to go in a racecar! I've never done anything like that because I'm kinda scared to go too fast! You must be brave. Did you know it's going to snow a whole lot tonight? They say about 4 or 7 inches. Snow is so pretty! Grownups complain about snow, but kids know it can be really fun to play in! The fat snowflakes will stick on you if you go outside when they're falling. And did you know that every snowflake is different from the all the others in the whole world? God made them all special (just like us people). Hope you are having a good day today! Your friend, Kim
Kim Tanner <ktanner@zoominternet.net>
Ashland, OH USA - Sunday, January 25, 2004 2:18 PM CST

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hi luke...........you are still in our daily prayers......my heart goes out to u and your family! hang in there, and hope u have a great time being a real cowboy in texas!
in christian love,
rita
rita delozier <rdelo@zoominternet.net>
ashland, oh usa - Sunday, January 25, 2004 8:17 AM CST

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Hi guys, Just a note to let Luke know that he will be on the race car as our #1 crew member again this year.. Hang in there and get well buddy! We need you to keep helping us win these races. We love you buddy. We'll keep praying and you keep your head up. Love ya, Curt
Curt Fishel <Litbroth@aol.com>
Phoenix, AZ - Saturday, January 24, 2004 1:20 AM CST

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Hi Luke,

Just wanted you to know how much you are loved in Florida.
Alison Becker <beckerpat7@aol.com>
Tampa, FL USA - Friday, January 23, 2004 10:08 PM CST

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Dear Luke,
I'm praying for you and want you to know when you get to Heaven my little Angel Dillon will be there waiting to greet you. Keep fighting and know that we love you and are praying for you.

Lisa Rolins <LisaRolins@aol.com>
Conway, Ar USA - Friday, January 23, 2004 1:43 PM CST

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What a wonderful website. We have been thinking a lot about you and want you to know that you are in our prayers. Drue thinks the world of Luke. Your friend,
Kristy Nolen <mkak11@msn.com>
Dover, Oh Tuscarawas - Sunday, January 18, 2004 8:57 PM CST

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hi luke! i want to play at your house in ohio.
love miriam
miriam vodosek <mfcraig@umich.edu>
salt lake city, ut usa - Sunday, January 18, 2004 8:50 PM CST

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Hi Luke how are you doing? Do you know how to ski ?
Love Simon.
Simon Vodosek <simonandfamily@umich.edu>
Salt Lake City, UT USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 8:34 PM CST

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Hi Luke! I hope your radiation is going well and shrinking those nasty tumors! My little girl has tumors in her skull too. Her eyes are black and blue too, so if you ever get sad and feel alone, just think of Michaela. She is fighting very hard just like you are! I know you are making your family very proud with how brave you are! You are one tough little guy and I sure hope you kick this neuroblastoma to the curb!!! Bless you!
http://www.caringbridge.org/pa/michaelaann

Kim Mease ~Michaela's Mom <mssilky@paonline.com>
Lancaster , PA U S A - Sunday, January 18, 2004 10:28 AM CST

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Hi Luke,
Your grandparents came over & signed my son Sams page today so I thought I'd come & say hello to you too. That car you have in your photo looks great, I'm sure Sam would love one of those, he loves playing with cars too. I hope everything went ok with your scan. I'll add you to my prayers & visit again soon.
Take care
Sara
Visit Sams Page
Sara joy <m.joy@tesco.net>
uk - Sunday, January 18, 2004 8:41 AM CST

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hey luke! i've had trouble getting onto this website, but finally found it again! this is rita, your grandma sweet's friend at kellys', and wanted u to know how very special u are - i think of u DAILY, and pray for u and your family constantly. i hope u know that Jesus is by your side every single day, especially when you're not feeling good! i can tell that u know that, though, cause every time i see u , i can tell by your smile that u know more than all us old people! tell your mom and dad hi, and your sister and brothers. we pray for u all every week at our womens' group at church, and know that God has something very, very special planned for u. i'm gonna give grandma sweet the recipe for those yummy rice krispie treats that i brought up to the hospital last year so she can make them for u and your family soon!.....and tell grandma sweet to bring U in for a visit at kellys' soon!!
love u,
rita delozier
rita delozier <rdelo@zoominternet.net>
ashland, ohio usa - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 8:02 PM CST

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HEY LUKE, IT IS VERY COLD HERE IN THE STATE OF NEW YORK. WE ARE REALLY THE CHOSEN FROZEN!!!! THE POND IS COMPLETELY FROZEN OVER AND YOU SHOULD SEE ALL THE PAW PRINTS OF THE ANIMALS THAT HAVE WALKED OVER IT. IT IS VERY BEAUTIFUL!!!
HOW ARE YOU DOING??? HOW ARE YOU FEELING????
I WANT TO GIVE YOU SOME SCRIPTURE THAT IS IN THE BIBLE AND I HOPE THAT MAYBE SOMEONE WOULD READ THIS SCRIPTURE TO YOU AND THAT YOUR FAMILY WOULD FIND SOME COMFORT IN THIS. IT IS FOUND IN THE BOOK OF ROMANS CHAPTER 8 VERSES 28 AND 29 ALSO VERSES 38 AND 39. IT BASICALLY TELLS US THAT GOD REALLY LOVES YOU!!! AND THAT NOTHING CAN SEPARATE US FROM THAT LOVE FOR THOES WHO ARE CALLED TO HIS PURPOSE.
I WISH I KNEW THE FUTURE FOR YOU LUKE. BUT I DO NOT. I DO KNOW WHO HOLDS THAT FUTURE IN THE PALM OF HIS HAND AND THAT IS JESUS CHRIST AND THAT HE LOVES YOU AND YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY.
I HOPE THAT SOME ONE SHARES THOES VERSES WITH YOU.
I HOPE THAT THIS PAST FALL THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAD A GREAT TIME FISHING ON OUR POND. YOU ARE WELCOME TO COME BACK ANY TIME TO VISIT. LISA AND I LOVE ALL YOU GUYS!!!!
JOHN AND LISA VANDERHOOF <jolivandy@infoblvd.net>
WAVERLY, NY USA - Tuesday, January 13, 2004 10:30 PM CST

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Luke What a brave and special young man you are. You are a blessing to so many. May God watch over you with his grace and mercy and keep you in His hands. I am so glad to hear you had such a nice Christms! The snow must have been special ordered. Keep the faith.
Love, Judy ( a friend of your grandma's.)
Judy Huff
Ashland, Oh - Tuesday, January 13, 2004 8:00 PM CST

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HI LUKE' HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL TODAY. MY NAME IS JACKIE AND I AM CAMERON GENETS' AUNT. DO YOU REMEMBER CAMERON? WE ALL REMEMBER YOU AND THINK OF YOU OFTEN. ROBIN ASHLEY WHO IS CAMI'S GRANDMA HAS ME CHECK YOUR WEB SITE WEEKLY TO SEE HOW YOU ARE. MAYBE YOUR GRANDMA COULD EMAIL ME ONCE IN A WHILE AND I CAN PASS IT ON TO ROBIN & NICOLE (CAMERONS MOM). OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU!!!!
JACKIE DERRICK <JDERRICK@RIVERVIEWM.COM>
NORTON, OH USA - Friday, January 9, 2004 3:05 PM CST

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All our love,
The Thomas Team
www.ChristiThomas.com
Christi's Mommy
Tiffin, OH - Thursday, January 8, 2004 9:49 PM CST

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Hello Luke! We love the picture of you sledding in the snow. You are in our prayers and we hope that you will be feeling better soon.
Helen & Austin (www.caringbridge.org/wa/austinguy) <chiu_helen@hotmail.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Wednesday, January 7, 2004 8:31 PM CST

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Hello Luke and the Sweet Family! You sure are a handsome little man! My sons would love that big car that you are playing with! Is it remote controlled? That's what they really enjoy!
I hope the radiation brings you comfort and helps you feel a whole lot better! You must keep happy thoughts and be strong! Tons of people love you and are praying for you and your whole family! This is a real tough disease that you are fighting, but you are tougher! God Bless!
http://www.caringbridge.org/pa/michaelaann

Dave,Kim, Michaela,Nicholas and Daniel Mease <mssilky@paonline.com>
Lancaster, PA USA - Wednesday, January 7, 2004 8:45 AM CST

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Luke, Remember all the fun times you had with Dick going to the races? He talks about that alot and all the fun you, your brothers, your dad and Dick had. He is looking forward to more fun times with you. So, you get better real soon and know that Dick and Carolyn love you.
Dick & Carolyn Purdy <dcpurdy@zoominternet.net>
Ashland, Oh U.S.A. - Thursday, January 1, 2004 11:15 AM CST

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Hi Luke, I wanted to let you know that even though I don't come and see you as much as I would like, you are on my mind everyday. I talk about you all the time to the people I work with and I show them your picture. They say you are a very beautiful boy (which I already knew that). Luke you are so special to me, you and your brothers and sister. I will make the time to come and visit you very soon.Just remember that I love you and always will.

Aunt Leslie Sweet
Ashland, Oh Ashland - Friday, December 26, 2003 10:36 PM CST

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Luke, I was so glad to hear you came home for Christmas, I hope you get to stay home and keep on doing better, I hold you in my prayer's every night! By the way sweetie my name is Rosemary, I work with your WONDERFUL grandma Sweet @ Kelly's. She tells me how much of a GREAT KID you are!!!!!!! I'll try to write to you again soon. Take Care and no i'm thinking of you.:) Rosemary
Rosemary Sexton
Ashland, OH USA - Thursday, December 25, 2003 6:58 PM CST

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Hey Luke,
May God bless and keep you. May He grant you a peacfull Time in the comming years.
Your friends at Racers For Christ, Mickey and Beth
Mickey & Beth Prestridge <micbethrfc@att.net>
Gilbert, AZ USA - Wednesday, December 24, 2003 2:14 PM CST

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Dear Luke and all your family,
I am sending out special prayers for you today - it saddens me so to see another child go thru such an awful time with this horrible disease - God is holding all of you in the palm of his hand right now and I pray for special Christmas Blessings on Luke -
Eileen Drayer - grammy to Billy, dx 2/02, currently NED
Eileen Drayer <dray@penn.com>
Reynoldsville, PA USa - Friday, December 19, 2003 2:47 PM CST

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Luke..I do not come to this site very often because it makes me face reality.Seeing my teenagers friends taking the time to go here and sign rips my heart out. Seeing my daughter's entry to her cousin makes me cry.And seeing people I've never heard of praying for us is so wonderful.When things are going good it's easy to forget there's a promlem. This is to hard....I Love You Family & Thank You everyone Who Signs Here.
Aunt Julie <jehicks@bright.net>
Perrysville, Oh - Saturday, December 13, 2003 5:36 AM CST

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Hi Luke & Family,
Just want you to know you are in my thoughts &
prayers. Luke I love the picture of you & your
grandma. You have a beautiful smile. Josh is in
Nashville(VCH) today doing 2yr post tests.
Yours friend Lou/grandmother to Josh P.(11)NBIV 6/01

Lou Dailey <skiptolou@juno.com www.caringbridge.org/page/josh>
Knoxville, TN USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 8:26 PM CST

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Hi Luke,
Your quilt is posted and ready for you to enjoy! Your name is on pg. 7. Hope you like it Sweetie.
Hugs,
Angel Gloria <SimplicityMD@comcast.net>
Owings Mills, MD USA - Sunday, December 7, 2003 7:26 AM CST

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Hello Luke and the "Sweet" family,
I just read your update and was saddened to read that there does not seem to be any options right now... Just remember, the fight isnt over till its over.
I just want you to know Luke, you are one handsome little man, and I am praying for you and my angel Lance is watching over you. You are doing a great job buddy, that no child should ever have to do, you are my true hero!
You are in my heart and my prayers daily.. I am sending you my love all the way from Oregon!!!!!!
Catch my hugs and love coming your way buddy!
Love,]

Justine, Angel Lance's mommy www.caringbridge.org/page/lance <quilapoo@aol.com>
Lake Oswego, OR USA - Thursday, December 4, 2003 11:59 PM CST

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Hi Luke,
I'm so excited because I get to make your Smile Quilt! I'll get started on it today and make it especially with the things you like. I'll let you know whem it's finished. Take care of yourself. You'll be in my prayers.
Hugs,
Angel Gloria <SimplicityMD@comcast.net>
Owings Mills, MD USA - Wednesday, December 3, 2003 10:19 AM CST

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Luke, hey buddy you are such a charming young man who deserves so much in life. I wish so much in the world that I could take away your pain but only an act of God can do that. Even though things may get tuff, you need to remember that your family will always be by your side to help you along. I love you so much Luke and I know you'll pull through this. You have all the love you'll ever need from your family and friends to help you along. I Love You Lil' Buddy. And always remember things happen for a reason, sometimes we may never know those reasons.
Love Your Cousin,
Brooke E. Massie
Brooke Massie <AirForce54285@hotmail.com>
Perrysville, OH USA - Wednesday, December 3, 2003 0:31 AM CST

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Hi There Luke Buddy! Just wanted to Thank You for riding with me on the carousel, I had soooo Much fun! You are such a Neat young man. I hope you and Gabe , Madeline, and Garrett got all kinds of neat presents. Luke have you dipped into the spider man yet? Thanks for allowing me to spend the time with you and your WONDERFUL FAMILIES. You all are in my Thoughts and Prayers. I Love You Luke and hope you and I can play again soon, Oh by the way I love my picture you drew for me it's hanging in my familyroom and I tell everyone that my buddie Luke drew it for me! Keep in touch okay. Have a Wonderful Christmas all of you! Nanc (The silly one )
Nancy Funk <nlfunk@hotmail.com>
Perrysville, Oh United States - Monday, December 1, 2003 6:29 AM CST

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Hi Luke,
I am praying that all goes well for you this week. There are alot of people who are pulling for you and praying for you. Count me among them.
I am Gloria, a quilting Angel from Smile Quilts. I would love to make a virtual quilt for you to brighten up your day. Just have Mom click on the above link and it will lead her to smile quilts. There you will find a short form to fill out and we'll get started on it.
In the meantime, you will be remembered in our thoughts and prayers.
BIg Healing Hugs,
Angel Gloria <SimplicityMD@comcast.net>
Owings Mills, MD USA - Saturday, November 29, 2003 2:54 PM CST

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Luke,
I love you kid! I hope everything is going well and I hope to see you again soon. I miss seeing you at the ball field. I send lots of hugs and kisses and love!!
Brooke Stoner
Ashland, OH - Monday, November 24, 2003 2:24 PM CST

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G'day Luke
Wow that flight sure sounds like fun.
Hope the puppy is being good now.
Hugs from Australia
Colleen - Kaitlyns mum

www.caringbridge.org/ne/kaitlyn/


Colleen <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Rockingham, WA Australia - Sunday, November 23, 2003 5:09 AM CST

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dear,luky hi luky,garet,gab.how are you doing, i had alote of fun with you, hope you will come agen, or i will try to come up some time,love you luky,gert,gab.


love,ciara your cousin,by for now





ciara jesse stotler <DEWLAW@INFOBLVD.NET>
waverly, ny tioga - Thursday, November 20, 2003 7:32 PM CST

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Hello Luke,

We are praying for you today and always. Hoping the scans give us some positive news. You are doing great buddy! Give yourself and your mom and dad a hug for me!
With love, Debbie
Debbie Hume <hume@thegrid.net>
Cayucos, CA USA - Thursday, November 13, 2003 9:10 AM CST

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Hi Luke (and of course everyone else too)!!!
Just read your most recent update....sure hope you had a good Halloween, and that this week will be good for you too! As always we are thinking of you, and praying daily for you. By the way Clint won his game last Friday night so now his team is starting the "State" play-off's this Friday night (the 14th). Wish you were closer so you could go see him play...but just "yell" real loud from Ohio & I bet he will hear you!!!! Be good and do well at the hospital! We Love you...
Angel Vickie
Vickie Fishel <Rhinotime@AOl.COM>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Monday, November 10, 2003 8:46 PM CST

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Dear Luke,
We hope all is going well for you! We are thinking about you and praying for you. We hope you are enjoying all the fun things in life-like bugging and teasing your family members! We love you and hope that every day is a special one for you! Love, Debbie
Debbie Hume <hume@thegrid.net>
Cayucos, CA USA - Monday, November 10, 2003 4:57 PM CST

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LUKE," I love you a bushel and a peck, you bet your dirty
neck i do." I love you all around the world and your special
hugs and kisses that you have for me. I will always hold you
close in my heart.I turned you over to GOD in July of 2001
and have never taken you back, you are safe in his arms, and
never alone.

SWEET HUGS, Grandma Sweet <gailsweet@zoominternet.net>
Ashland, Oh. U.S.A. - Sunday, November 9, 2003 5:33 PM CST

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Dear Luke,
Hello there! We are praying for you buddie! Hoping that one day soon you will be disease free and done with all the yuckie treatment! My little guy just turned 3 and has been batteling with nb too. You both are such incredibly strong kids! We love you and will continue to pray for you. WIth Love, Debbie
Debbie Hume <hume@thegrid.net>
Cayucos, CA USA - Wednesday, November 5, 2003 7:13 PM CST

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Hi Luke & Everyone.....
We love the new pictures & a huge thanks to Grandpa & Grandma Sweet for their weekly updates! We have left 3 different messages in the last 2 weeks, but NONE of them show up here in the guestbook (so sad!). Anyway please don't think we have forgotten you....we think and pray for you daily. Glad the Chemo this past week went as well as can be expected and that you made some new friends!
We Love You

Curt, Vickie, & Clint <Rhinotime@AOl.COM>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Sunday, October 26, 2003 11:12 PM CST

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Thinking of you! Praying for good things!

Love, your NB Family from OHIO!!!!
THe Thomas Team
www.ChristiThomas.com
Angela Thomas, Christi Crew Mommy <zzartset@bright.net>
Tiffin, OH - Sunday, October 26, 2003 3:32 PM CST

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Hi every one, Sounds like that trip was quite the event. Glad the kids all had a great time and glad you got home safely. Give Luke and all the kids a big hug from me. Hugs to all of you too. Love Aunt Janet
Janet Felder <janfelderrn@msn.com>
Phoienix, AZ USA - Thursday, October 23, 2003 9:49 PM CDT

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Hi Luke and the rest of the family.
We had a great time on your visit to NY too. Glad your trip home was uneventful!! We love and miss you all! See you soon!
Lisa and John
John and Lisa Vanderhoof <jolivandy@infoblvd.net>
waverly, ny usa - Tuesday, October 21, 2003 11:01 AM CDT

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hi luke..........hope you're feeling good - and eating!!
this is rita and a.j. - we work with your grandma sweet at kellys' deli and came up to see you a couple of weeks ago. sounds like you're keeping real busy with family and visits to the clinic. you're in our daily prayers and know that God is watching over all of you!


Rita DeLozier <rdelo@zoominternet.net.>
Ashland, Ohio USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 7:11 PM CDT

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Hello to all. I had the fortune of meeting Luke's Dad in Chicago and we spent lots of time chatting about the what if's on relapse. I remember saying enjoy your NED time and try not to worry too much. I can't believe so soon after that conversation that Grandma Sweet posted that he has relapsed. I'm devestated for your family. Please don't give up the hope and keep your fighting shoes on. My saying was I've got the 'steel toed' boots on now. Take care and know my prayers are with you all.

Mum to Angel Ashley
Tricia Goud www.caringbridge.org/page/ashleygoud <ktgoud@attcanada.net>
Dundas, Ont Canada - Monday, October 13, 2003 1:57 PM CDT

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Hi Luke, Mom & Dad, all the other little "Sweets" and Grandpa and Grandma Sweet!!!!!
We love the new picture that is up on this site (very cute)! Just wanted to check in with you & say hello! Chad's wedding was beautiful Saturday night and only had a few "glitches" & now they are off on their honeymoon. Clint's football team won their game Friday night so that's 4 wins 1 loss so far (he was fired up!)
By the way Luke I used to love to "burn up" my marshmellows in bon fires too!!!!! Have a great week.
Love you
Angel Vickie
Vickie <Rhinotime@AOl.COM>
Phoenix, Az USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 1:25 AM CDT

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Dearest Luke and Family,
I would like to take this time to tell you "thank you" for taking the time to keep this page going. It really means a lot to all of us who cannot be physically there with you and Luke. With that said, Luke, I know that when you were here in Arizona, I was not abe to meet you personally, but I feel like I do know you. You are a true blessing to all of us. Keep those smiles coming our way and know that you are always with me. God Bless you kiddo!
Huggs, Patty Wynn (Spear)
Patty Wynn <pwynn@action-performance.com>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 5:00 PM CDT

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Dear Luke and Family,

I met some of you, and especially Luke, in Chicago in June. You were lovely to see and to hear from.

Luke, I had the most delightful dance with you at breakfast on Saturday. Your hugs and smiles were so wonderful to receive.

I am sending you all the hugs and smiles I can, hoping you are feeling OK and that you are finding good ways to get at that new stuff that's growing.

Mary Craig
Salt Lake City, UT USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 3:02 AM CDT

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Hi Luke....
Just wanted you and your family to know we were thinking of all of you. We just read the update from going to Clinic....of course we hated hearing about the "hot spots", but it made us "smile" to know you went to Ronald McDonald house and fed the fish!!! We are very busy here with Chad (our oldest Son) getting married this Saturday. Our daughter from Idaho arrived yesterday with her 5 kids so our house is really crazy right now! I promise to get another package off to you next week...sure hope you liked your airplane that I sent you! Keep smiling (I love you're smiles)....and give everyone a "HUG" from us here in Arizona.
Love you
Angel Vickie, Curt, and Clint!
Vickie <Rhinotime@AOl.COM>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 2:15 AM CDT

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Dearest family,
I am so sorry of Luke's struggle with this da**ed disease.
It broke my heart to read your journal entry that the mIBG scan came out so rotten. My son Lance has been battling this monster now for almost 4 yrs, it is a very rough journey and at this point he is losing. But that doesnt mean all children lose, try to hang on to hope and faith, that is really all we have to fight this monster.
If you need someone to talk to, please email me anytime and if you would like to talk to another grandparent, let me know and I will get you in touch with my mother who is also having a rough time watching her grandson go thru this, AND her daughter, there was a time she thought she would lose both of us.
Hang in there and know that there is someone in Oregon praying for Luke and your entire family!!!!
Much love to you all and big bear hugs
Justine, Lance mom, age 13, dx nbIV 1/24/2000, currently hospice <quilapoo@aol.com>
Lake Oswego, OR - Thursday, October 9, 2003 4:23 PM CDT

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Hi Luke & Chris & Myra and the rest of the family. You are all in my prayers. May you see a miracle come your way. I am thankful and blessed to have been able to know you all. Keep the faith, and Luke, my little buddy, you are always with me for the ride each time we make a run down the track. God Bless you all! Best Wishes, Carl
Carl Spear <speedsg@qwest.net>
Gilbert, AZ USA - Thursday, October 9, 2003 2:10 AM CDT

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Sweet family,

I am so very sorry to hear about Luke's recurring cancer. Thank you for keeping me informed.

Luke, you are a great kid! I still hear comments from people who had the chance to meet you at the Red Cross appreciation luncheon last year - they really admire you and think that you are cute (sorry, none of them were girls under six years old!). Take care and I'll see you at the hospital.

Your buddy,

Mark Arredondo
- Tuesday, October 7, 2003 4:12 PM CDT

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Hi Luke & Chris & Myra and all the other little Sweets!
This is great that I can check in here and see what the updates are with you (which I will do often)! Sure hope you're feeling a little better. By the way Clint says to tell you that he won his game last Friday...so that is 3 wins and only one loss so far! Give your Grandma Gail and Grandpa Gene a "hug" from us and we'll check in later!
Love You Bunches,
Angel Vickie, Curt & Clint
Angel Vickie <Rhinotime@AOl.COM>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Monday, October 6, 2003 11:39 PM CDT

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Our thought are with you. Our daughter Alex has been battling neuroblastoma for almost 7 years. If we can be of any help to you let us know.
The Scott Family <thescotts@alexslemonade.com>
Philadelphia, PA - Monday, October 6, 2003 12:57 AM CDT

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I'm so very sorry to hear of Luke's relapse. My prayers are with Luke, and with all of his loving family. May God Bless you all with a miracle for Luke, and with strength, comfort and hope. Love, Jeanne ~ Nana to Vinny, (who is fighting the same horrible disease)
Jeanne Congdon <jeannecongdon@comcast.net>
Seattle, WA U.S. - Monday, October 6, 2003 12:06 AM CDT

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dear luke,i love you very much and will always be by your side. your smile and your laughter has made me sooooo happy!
i pray for you each day. love your grandfather sweet.
gene sweet-grandfather to luke -fathers side. <gailsweet@zoominternet.net>
ashland, oh ashland - Friday, October 3, 2003 10:18 AM CDT

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