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Comment by Robin Jone on December 18, 2011 at 1:07pm

I just went to church this morning for the first time in a very long time. It was good for me, many tears, but hopefully will help me during this horrible painful time. I asked the pastor to please pray for my son, me and all my family and friends who are grieving at this time. The last few days I have cried so many tears. Friday would have been Zach's 24th birthday. We had many of his friends over, and several of my daughters' friends over too to help celebrate Zach's birthday. It was a very difficult day but  having the people who loved Zach her so very much was helpful. We got balloons and everyone who wanted to wrote a message to Zach on a balloon and then we let them go. My granddaugther, Lucy, really wanted to do that to send her Uncle Zach a message. We also had a slide show playing on our tv with pictures of many happy times shared with Zach over the years. If you wanted to sit and watch you could, or you didn't have to if it was too painful. I still can't believe he is isn't here, but when I look at my arm where I have the tattoo that I got in his memory I know it must be true. I pray for all my friends on this site who are grieving during the holiday season. I pray that we all chose to be survivors, and that we stick together and help each other through this. I pray for Sandy and her family, so much sadness for them, I can't even imagine. Big hugs to you all my friends, we can make it through one day, one moment at a time, we do not have to do it alone. Robin

Comment by Kar on December 18, 2011 at 8:58am

Thinking of all who visit this page for support, understanding, to vent -  &  of all our loved ones so VERY VERY MISSED.    

I hate this time of year- The tears are a constant stream down my face until I get this hard feeling that is so dead inside- but, I function that way-  so it is the better place to be I suppose.  So would people rather see tears OR  a person so dead inside... hummm.  ???      neither - but- the old me died with my son,  why don't they understand that?.  

Comment by Lorraine on December 18, 2011 at 8:31am

My thoughts are with friends here.  I know the holidays can be especially difficult with those around us making merry & bright while we can't wait for them to be over.  I went to the mall with my daughter and her baby last night; the first time in four years.  The last time I went was with my son, who had just found out that his cancer had progressed.  We had spent several days in the hospital, and he insisted on signing himself out.  It was, after all, Christmas.  That year he bought his big sister a collection of books they had read as children; his middle sister he built a computer for even as he could hardly bear to sit on the floor to assemble it; and his little sister, who although she was in her early twenties was "his baby" a sterling silver necklace with the "evil eye" to protect her.  God I miss my funny beautiful son.  Life is much less magical without him here :-(  

Comment by I love lillies of the valley on December 18, 2011 at 2:31am

Adrianne, I am praying for you RIGHT NOW.  You are not alone.  Tell me about your son--if that's ok with you.  I'm listening.  Linda V.

1-800-273-8255 National Suicide Prevention Hotline. 

Comment by Adrianne Edgerly on December 17, 2011 at 9:17pm

Really tough day. I miss my son. This is a nightmare.

Comment by Maureen Mason on December 17, 2011 at 2:03am

Yes, its sadly true. Her obit:

LaBONTE, Sandy age 47, of Spring Hill, passed away on Dec. 12, 2011. Her entire family will miss her every day and she will forever remain in our hearts. Sandy was predeceased by her beloved daughter, Kasey Castleberry. She is survived by her husband, Harold Buster Barker, of Spring Hill; step daughter, Jennifer Barker, Spring Hill; step son, Jason Barker, Spring Hill; parents James & Ingrid LaBonte, St. Petersburg; siblings Linda & Jeff VanOosting, St. Petersburg, Kathy & Donald Klase, St. Petersburg, Jennifer & Robert Cutting, St. Petersburg, James LaBonte, Spring Hill; nieces and nephews, Emily, Michael & Amber VanOosting, St. Petersburg, Brandon Klase, St. Petersburg, Brad & Travis Cutting, St. Petersburg, Kevin, Marcus & Ryan LaBonte, Spring Hill; great-nephew Brayden LaBonte. Calling hours are to be held Friday, Dec. 16, 1-2 pm with Service at 2 pm at Brewer and Sons, 280 Mariner Blvd., Spring Hill, 352-688-4991.

Here is the funeral home website link if you wish to leave condolences:

http://hosting-24664.tributes.com/show/Sandy-LaBonte-92939731

Comment by Lorraine on December 16, 2011 at 9:02pm

so sad, this really hit me hard.  We are all so vulnerable after losing our beloved children...

Comment by Karen R. on December 15, 2011 at 9:43pm

Oh wow, I just read Sandy's profile on her page........to my dismay, it's true! We all have to continue to be there for each other as best as we can.

Comment by Karen R. on December 15, 2011 at 9:21pm

Oh ny goodness Lorraine! I just read your comment about Sandra LaBonte! I don't know how I missed your comment. This is horrible!! Has this info been confirmed?  If it has, when did this occur? Oh how I hope it's not true! God knows that I have been there my self but I decided not to do it because I didn't want my children to experience any more pain.........especially my youngest. I know what she was feeling. This just awful.  Sending hugs to all.

Comment by Grace on December 15, 2011 at 1:28pm

Here is a nice song.... For all of us that may be feeling like Sandra...... you can count on God to Not Let Go..... or if you are struggling with your faith...... WE  ON THIS GROUP "Won't Let Go"  Because we have all felt like this song.... we just got to know we can make it and We Won't Let Go!

 http://youtu.be/Af8mB9ABuJA

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