Condolences
and Reflections for
Jake D. Robel
"Another Little Angel in Heaven"
My thoughts and prayers are for you dear family and loved ones. No one
can read about Jake without crying and hoping for even stricter laws concerning
criminal types. With all my love and sympathy,
Ray Ensing <ensing@pacbell.net>
Irvine, Ca USA - Thursday, May 04, 2000 at 09:47:04 (PDT)
Dear Robel family: I am very sorry for what happened to your adorable,
sweet, little boy. After reading the story about him, I just bawled and
cried for the fact that this poor innocent boy did not deserve this and
he looked like such a sweet kid!!! I would like to express sincere sympathy
for you guys. I am totally heartbroken about this. I hope the man responsible
gets 50 times this!!! Take care and god be with you. Lauressa.
Lauressa Abrew <psychogrrl30@hotmail.com>
Citrus Heights, ca USA - Monday, April 10, 2000 at 18:03:05 (PDT)
I am at a loss for words to describe my sorrow at the news of yet
another child suffering a tragic death. This is truly a tragedy in that
your son will never grow into the fine human being I am sure he would have
become. Please find peace in the fact that he is now in Heaven with all
the little angels that have left this world to soon. He is truly at peace
with God. You have my prayers and sympathy. God bless.
Joe M <Durajo@aol.com>
NY USA - Monday, April 10, 2000 at 09:51:52 (PDT)
I WAS VERY SHOCKED AND SHAKEN WHEN I HEARD ABOUT YOU SON. MY HEART
BREAKS FOR YOU EVERYTIME I THINK ABOUT THIS I WANT TO CRY, I HAVE 4 CHILDREN
OF MY OWN AND I CAN ONLY IMAGINE WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH. REMEMBER THAT
GOD LOVES YOU AND HE WILL MAKE SURE THAT THIS MAN PAYS FOR THE PAIN HE
HAS CAUSED YOU. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Kathy <KSupermom4@aol.com>
Hixson, Tn USA - Friday, March 31, 2000 at 11:24:05 (PST)
I'm so sickened I cannot speak! This "thing" does not deserve to
live! It's our society's soft treatment of criminals that will enable someone
else's child to find a similar fate, only by another means. Please be sure
Jake is in a BETTER place. May God be with you.
Ron
Cincinnati, OH USA - Friday, March 31, 2000 at 07:14:27 (PST)
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE ROBEL FAMILY: I WAS SO BROKEN UP WHEN
I HEARD ABOUT THIS TRAGEDY. I FEEL AS IF I LOST MY OWN CHILD. MAYBE IN
SOME WAY, I COULD FEEL YOUR PAIN, BECAUSE I COULD NOT EAT, SLEEP OR FUNCTION
TOO WELL FOR WEEKS. I KNOW FOR YOU IT IS A THOUSAND TIMES MORE DIFFICULT,
AND EVERYDAY I PRAY FOR YOUR PAIN TO BE LESSENED--BUT I KNOW THIS TAKES
TIME, SO I PRAY FOR GOD TO GRANT YOU UNDERSTANDING. I BELIEVE JAKE IS WITH
GOD IN HEAVEN--YOU WILL BE REUNITED SOMEDAY--AND THAT DAY WILL LAST AN
ETERNITY AS COMPARED TO YOUR SHORT STAY ON EARTH. LOOK FOR JAKE IN THE
BEAUTIFUL SUNSET, THE NEW BLOOMING DAFFODILS OF SPRING, LISTEN TO THE WIND,
AND YOU'LL HEAR JAKE WHISPERING--I LOVE YOU--I'M OKAY, I'M WITH MY LORD
NOW. I HAVE 3 CHILDREN, A 5YR OLD GIRL, 6YR OLD BOY, AND 13YR OLD GIRL,AND
I CAN-- YET CANNOT-- IMAGINE YOUR PAIN AND SADDNESS. I JUST WANT YOU TO
KNOW I WILL NEVER FORGET JAKE OR YOU AS LONG AS I LIVE, AND WILL PRAY EVERY
DAY FOR YOU. ALWAYS KNOW YOU HAVE MANY CARING PEOPLE WHO WILL HELP YOU
IN YOUR GRIEF--MYSELF INCLUDED, FOR ALTHOUGH I DO NOT KNOW YOU OR JAKE,
IN SOME WAY I DO.
BINA KANE <FANACTIC4B>
OLD BRIDGE, NJ USA - Wednesday, March 15, 2000 at 06:37:21 (PST)
JAKE I KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN HEAVEN AND YOU ARE GOD'S NEWES ANGEL
JAKE I WOULD LIKE TO ASK YOU TO BE MY ANGEL AND WATCH OVER ME MY NAME IS
JESUS VALLEZ AND I HAVE DIABETES AND I DON'T HAVE INSURENCE SO I CAN NOT
BUY MY MEDICINE THAT I NEED YOU SEE I LOST MY JOB IN JANUARY AND SINCE
THEN I HAVE NOT HAVE ANY INSURENCE OR INCOME SO LATELY I BEEN VERY SICK
AND I AM TRYING TO GET A JOB BUT IT IS HARD SO I AM ASKING YOU TO WATCH
OVER ME TO MAKE IT UNTIL I COULD GET JOB I WILL PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
AND ALL THE CHILDREN OF THE WORLD JAKE GOD BLESS YOU AND FAMILY THANK YOU
JAKE, YOUR FRIEND, JESUS_J_VALLEZ@HOTMAIL.COM
JESUS VALLEZ <JESUS_J_VALLEZ@HOTMAIL.COM>
MEMPHIS, TN USA - Tuesday, March 14, 2000 at 17:14:57 (PST)
Our prayers and love are winging your way. I can not imagine the
pain you are suffering, I hope that through your knowledge that Jake is
now with our Lord will help in some way. It is so hard to understand how
such a horendous thing can happen. there is no earthly knowledge that will
ease the pain. Know that you are loved.
Angel & Jake Raposa <angjak@aol.com>
Livermore, ca USA - Tuesday, March 14, 2000 at 12:59:19 (PST)
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THRU GOD \ ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE AND
HE WILL HELP YOU HEAL.
JENNIFER BONDS <SWEETSJENNY@HOTMAIL.COM>
MEMPHIS, TN USA - Monday, March 13, 2000 at 08:45:32 (PST)
To the family of Jake.Tears come to my eyes for the pain you must
be going through..I am sorry for your lose,I have two children of my own
and I could just imagine the pain if I lost one of them.He is in my prayers..God
be with you.
Melissa Howes <melisssa_howes@hotmail.com>
Canada - Thursday, March 09, 2000 at 13:25:40 (PST)
TO THE FAMILY OF JAKE, OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WORDS
CANNOT EXPRESS THE FEELINGS WE HAD WHEN WE HEARD OF THIS TERRIBLE INJUSTICE
TO JAKE. I KNOW THAT RIGHT NOW IT DOES NOT HELP TO KNOW THAT HE IS IN A
BETTER PLACE BUT JUST LEAN ON YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY FOR SUPPORT. HE WILL
ALWAYS LIVE IN EVERYONE HEARTS THAT HE TOUCHED AND THOSE WHO NEVER MET
HIM.
TERRI AND KELLI STARK <TERRI
DOLPHINES.@AOL.COM>
INDEP., MO USA - Sunday, March 05, 2000 at 16:47:06 (PST)
Father, Please bring comfort to this sweet family, may only truth
be spoken to them and words of encouragement. I pray for peace and strength
during the next few months. Help them to know that there are others grieving
for and with them and we will not forget their pain. Lord, be their everything
and reveal your love for them in a powerful way through this heartbreak.
Somehow help them to forgive. Help them see who you really are, not just
who they think you are. Let them know that they are not alone in their
grief. You are there. In Jesus name, Amen
Justin & Cindy Butow <butow@iol25.com>
Ukiah, Ca USA - Thursday, March 02, 2000 at 23:28:29 (PST)
To Jakes family, my heart is crushed at the enormous pain you must
be going through.I am so very very very sorry. My youngest son is named
Jake also and for some reason this really hit me. I hope in some small
way it will bring you comfort to know a nation mourns with you and in whatever
way we are able share your pain and sorrow we do.You are in my prayers,
may God be with you..........
Debbie S. <springbak@aol.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Thursday, March 02, 2000 at 09:32:33 (PST)
As a parent who has lost a son I want to welcome you to the family
of those whose dearest possessions are with God. I share your pain, wish
I could take it from you to lighten your burden. Our sons are the lucky
ones, they are in a better place, it is we who are left behind that do
the suffering. Please believe me, time does heal, and someday you will
be able to smile & laugh again as Jake would want you to do. Can you
imagine life if you had never experienced his life and love and now he
will forever be in a special corner of your broken heart to guide and guard
you. God Bless You from all parents who grieve with you.
Marilyn Haines <bubbah72@yahoo.com>
Marinette, Wi USA - Wednesday, March 01, 2000 at 19:10:29 (PST)
I feel compelled to write to you and tell you how very devastated
I feel for you and your incredible heartbreaking loss. I am sure that you
have been beating yourself up about what happened, and what part you played
in it. I can't ask you not to feel badly about it, there is no way for
you not too, but I hope that some day you might be able to forgive yourself
for just being human. No one expects a rabid animal to be so close by.
And that guy is nothing but an animal…. He is the one that really bears
the ultimate responsibility for your sweet child's death. Please don't
forget that, it was him, and not you that killed Jake. I feel for you,
I pray that you are able to find some measure of acceptance, so that you
can go on with your life, and be the loving person to the others in your
life who need you just as much as Jake did in his life. You gave great
joy to him, you loved him well, you and your family treasured him, and
he does live on in you. You especially are in my prayers, you have the
hardest load to bear, I wish there was some way I could help you, I wish
I had been there to help you stop that monster….. I am so truly sorry.
I know it is hard not to dwell on those minutes, and imagine what it was
like for him…. Maybe you think me cruel to say these things, but as a mother
I know that you must be doing that to yourself. I would too. But Jake was
more than just that, he had more than just that, please try to remember
those times too…. I want you to know that there are many of us out here
who really feel for you, cry for you and Jake and the rest of your family.
We all wish you some measure of peace Christy.
Shara <shara@mostly.com>
Pt. St. Lucie, Fl USA - Wednesday, March 01, 2000 at 08:39:53 (PST)
I will never forget the day that this happened. The memory of your
son will be permanently etched in my mind and won't be forgotten. My heart
goes out to you, for I am a parent of a 5 year old son. I am at a loss
of words but I can say that I am truly sorry that you had to experience
this. I still have a sickening feeling in my stomach, which can't be compared
to yours. God Bless you and the heroes that were involved. Pray for Justice,
and hell on earth for the sick bastard (KIM DAVIS) who did this. May he
experience the pain and suffering that he has caused not just the parents
and friends, but to the WORLD! A poor innocent child. Jake Dakota Robel
- You will not be forgotten
Dan <GumpDan@hotmail.com>
Collingswood, NJ USA - Tuesday, February 29, 2000 at 12:45:28 (PST)
Christy,Greg,Sue,Vince,Angenette,Nicki. My heart goes out to you.Life
seems so unfair sometimes,may your faith, friends ,and family make Jake's
passing a little less painful. You are in my thoughts every day. In Jakes
memory,I will be more patient and hug my own grandchildren more often,knowing
we never know how much time we have with the people we love.
Dona Madewell <donamadewell@yahoo.com>
Indep., Mo USA - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 14:52:52 (PST)
My prayers are with your family at this terrible time and remember
there is a reason for everything.
Marcella <marce420@excite.com>
Liberty, MO USA - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 10:09:35 (PST)
When I first heard of this story my heart just dropped. I was at
work and my little sister called me to tell about a little boy being dragged
to his death. I just felt such sympathy for the family and friends of the
young boy. I am a 21 year old that teaches 5 and 6 year old at St. Peter's
United Methodist Church and I couldnt even imagine any of them passing
to eternal life. Then I found out that the whole situation could have been
resolved if the law enforcement would have been checking on warrants and
what not. My deepest sympathy goes to Christy and Greg. I have several
nieces and nephews around the same age and it would just be a travesty
for me. I know that this letter will not replace the young boy who I gather
was such a great kid, but I hope it will make people in the strange world
realize that there are families and young people in the world that have
so much to live for. Why would an actual human being do this disgusting
act just for a stupid needing an oil change car as mrs robel put it. Again
my deepest sympathy for all family and friends of the Robel family. My
prayers are with you from here until the end.
Shawn Gropper <NCRoyals@aol.com>
Blue Springs, MO USA - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 10:09:00 (PST)
Your tragic loss has touched and been felt by friends from near
and far...as a mother my heart cries with you and my soul sends you prayers
for understanding and peace. Though noone can ever explain why, know that
your little one is smiling brightly upon you and feel his love and shining
light as he soars with the stars and sings from heaven above. My thoughts
and prayers are with you...
cherishedgrneyes <>
USA - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 05:55:36 (PST)
What a terrible tragedy you had to experience! We share your grief.
GOD BRAKES OUR HEARTS TO PROVE THAT HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST. May you receive
comfort knowing that we care. So little anyone can say to lessen your grief.
Our hearts go out to you. May God bless you and comfort you and keep you
in his care. So many "What ifs" and no answers. God only knows the answer.
Our hearts also go out to all the people involved in this tragedy. A world
turned upside down in a split-second, and forever changed. We are all asking
"Why". The roads, where this happened, we travel all the time and we will
NEVER forget about it. So many questions. I just hope the parents will
be able to get on with their lives and not let this "monster" also take
those. This also includes all the people who were tragically involved and
had to witness such an unbelievable act. So far, this has not been a good
year for the Kansas City area. You think, that you have heard the worst,
then something else even more tragic happens. So sorry about what happened
to sweet little Jake. May he rest in eternal peace. He has earned his wings.
Monika Montgomery <kcmaom@hotmail.com>
Blue Springs, MO USA - Sunday, February 27, 2000 at 20:39:18 (PST)
My prayers are with you in this difficult time. May your days lighten
with time until you can reunite with your son in heaven. cindylou
cindylou <cindyloucs@hotmail.com>
USA - Sunday, February 27, 2000 at 20:09:14 (PST)
I am so sorry that your family has had to endure such a heinous
act and that suck a young wonderful life was taken from your home;my thoughts
are with you.
Lou <nightmaster@hpcisp.com>
Bedford, IN USA - Sunday, February 27, 2000 at 20:04:30 (PST)
To Jake and your parents, I didn't know you, Jake, nor your family,
but this week has left a city feeling like everyone lost a child. The horror
of your death has not left a heart untouched. As a parent, I cannot fathom
what your dad and mom are going through right now. As a person, I cannot
fathom what you went through. In death you have brought a community together
to grieve for the years stolen from you. I pray that God has a special
person in mind for you to watch over in your new role as an angel, Jake.
Nicole <nikki@mid-west.net>
Independence, MO USA - Sunday, February 27, 2000 at 18:16:17 (PST)
TO JAKEY & HIS FAMILY; I PRAY EVERY MOMENT FOR JAKE & HIS
FAMILY ! MEMORY ETERNAL! MAY GOD SURROUND LITTLE JAKE WITH ALL THE ANGELS
IN HEAVEN, & MAY GOD GIVE HIM LIFE ETERNAL ! ALLELULIA ! ALLELUIA !
ALLELUIA ! AMEN!
FRANK O. GORASH III <flint1@stargate.net>
DONORA, PA. USA - Sunday, February 27, 2000 at 01:03:09 (PST)
"And be sure of this--that I am with you always, even to the end
of the world." Matthew 28:20 My heart goes out to you. I am so very sorry
for what happened to you and to your little boy. I believe the angels in
heaven cried that day but that Jesus was there to take little Jake's hand.
His pain is over now. Please believe that Jake knows your pain. You did
the most heroic thing a mother could do in trying to protect your little
boy. May God bless you and keep you and send you a sign and may you somehow,
someway, someday see a light to help you emerge from your grief. May you
find solace in those around you and in those of us far away, thinking of
you, and in your memories....During this time of sorrow, may you hear the
God of mercy whisper quietly, "I am with you always." Thinking of you and
grieving with you......
Cynthia
Langhorne, PA USA - Saturday, February 26, 2000 at 20:39:05 (PST)
Please be sure that friends from all across the world are praying
for you and your family at this tragic time Peace be with you all
Kingrat <Kingrat50@hotmail.com>
London, England - Saturday, February 26, 2000 at 18:29:48 (PST)
When somebody dies, a cloud turns into an angel, and flies up to
tell God to put another flower on a pillow. A bird gives the message back
to the world, and sings a silent prayer that makes the rain cry. People
dis- appear, but they never really go away. The spirits up there put the
sun to bed, wake up grass, and spin the earth in dizzy circles. Sometimes
you can see them dancing in a cloud during the day-time, when they're supposed
to be sleeping. They paint the rain- bows and also the sunsets and make
waves splash and tug at the tide. They toss shooting stars and listen to
wishes. And when they sing wind- songs, they whisper to us, don't miss
me too much. The view is nice and I'm doing just fine. - thanks to Ashley
at Blue Mountain Greetings http://www.bluemountain.com My sister, Kimberly
Ann, was killed in a car/bus accident when she was 17. I cannot say I can
feel your pain, but my own tears remember the shock and disbelief when
I heard of own sister's death. She was a joy to me and I am so thankful
that God shared her with my family for those 17 years. My life would have
been so much less without her. I hope and pray that you, Jake's parents,
will remember him with love and joy and know that he is now your own angel.
He is not far away, he is in your hearts and will never leave you. My prayers
will be with all who suffered through this horrible event. May God bless
you and fill you with the peace that comes from knowing that Jake is in
God's loving care. All my love and prayers, Christine
Christine <Christine@mikka.com>
Kansas City, KS USA - Saturday, February 26, 2000 at 16:09:01 (PST)
Peace and Prayers for Jake's family. Jake is a special angel with
God now. Sharon Exposito Blue Springs, Missouri
Sharon Exposito <sharonexposito@cs.com>
Blue Springs, Mo USA - Saturday, February 26, 2000 at 08:49:13 (PST)
Jake Robel % GOD in Heaven Dear Jake, We live but a short distance
east of where your "call to Heaven" commenced...a quiet and peaceful community
in Independence, Missouri where we often times don't even lock the door
of our home much less our car while parked in our drive. With the world
as it is today I know it is wrong to think we can do this in safety, for
no one can predict the approach of a vicious intruder from outside our
quiet domain. So it was with your Mom who was but a few feet away from
youand for such a short time when you became prey of an evil inhumane villain
of monstrous proportions. His background alone tells me the security of
locked doors of a car would not have deterred his terrible intentions while
Mom was getting you a drink. Now, with GOD'S warm arms around you, you
shall never be hurt again and it is we who weep and ask forgiveness for
our society to include such a terrible animal towreak havok upon you. As
an Angel under GOD'S guidance we likewise ask that you convey us the wisdom
to ease our heartaches, dry our eyes and find warmth in the knowledge that
you are now happy in the presence of our Almighty Creator. We too shall
copntinue our prayers, no longer needed for you but for Mom and Dad, that
their broken hearts shall be mended and their lives on earth continue without
such terrible pain...while forever remembering you.
Everett Walker <ewwjr2413@aol.com>
Independence, MO USA - Saturday, February 26, 2000 at 06:21:50 (PST)
i want to give my deepest thoughts and prayers to the family of
this precious little boy. I am so sorry to hear about your lose of such
a close loved one. I promise that each day will get easier. You must always
remember the good times you had with him, and remember he would not want
you to be sad. God only takes the best, and he could not go without such
a wonderful little boy. I am again very sorry. May my prayers be with you.
Melissa
Melissa Wilson <mysticalme15@yahoo.com>
Bloomington, MD USA - Friday, February 25, 2000 at 16:53:06 (PST)
I am so sorry for the loss of such a sweet little angel! This was
such a tragedy, and it brought tears to my eyes. To the family and friends
of little Jake. Only time will tell when the hurt will be easier to deal
with. Hold onto all of the memories. They will nver be takin away. You
are in my thoughts today and everyday. I am truelly sorry. To one of Gods
Littlest Angels...."Gone but not forgotton"
Becki <Firechik74@aol.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Thursday, February 24, 2000 at 16:04:45 (PST)
My heart hurts so very much for Jake's family. There are not words
enough to express adequately the empathy I feel for you. My thoughts and
prayers are with you.
Tobey Dale <lobo@dalecpr.com>
Redwood Valley, CA USA - Thursday, February 24, 2000 at 13:41:21 (PST)
My deepest condolences to Jake's family. I hope this site provides
at least in some small way a little comfort...
Brian Kornegay <oneputt@pacific.net>
Ukiah, CA USA - Thursday, February 24, 2000 at 08:44:21 (PST)
I am so sorry to the family and friends of such a sweet boy. It
is terrible what happened and I guess I just dont understand why people
can be so cruel. I have tears in my eyes as I think about what you all
must be going through. You are in my thoughts, today and always. Know that
he is in a wonderful place watching over you. Take care.
Becki <FireChik74@aol.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Thursday, February 24, 2000 at 08:24:50 (PST)