Today I post with a heavy heart. David is gone and he is finally pain free. We are so happy for him but mourn his loss. Charlie, Angela, Elisabeth, John and I, along with his whole family, feel his loss deeply.
The last 17 months have been difficult. David stoically fought his battle with beauty and grace and we are so proud of him.
Maybe someday I will be able to post about the months of August and September. Right now, this is all I have. I am sorry not to be able to do more. It is just too painful, but I am sure you will understand.
Thank you all for your loving, ongoing support. We are uplifted by the love of those around us. God truly is good to bring so many loving people into our lives who care for us so beautifully.
With all my love,
Connie
David A. Lemmink 
Dear Connie,
I am so sorry to hear of David’s passing. May his memory be eternal!
By: Fr. Gregory Hogg on September 14, 2009
at 10:11 pm
So many heavy hearts, the efforts to uplift are sometimes easy, sometimes a challenge. It’s nearly impossible to do it alone, thanks for so many to help ease your pain.
Love, Juliet
By: Juliet Kauffman on September 14, 2009
at 10:13 pm
Connie,
My heart is breaking for you & your family. You & your family are in my thought and prayers.
Love,
Brenna
By: Brenna on September 14, 2009
at 10:18 pm
Connie,
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Ric
By: Ric Troll on September 14, 2009
at 10:33 pm
I am so sorry! You and your family are so special and so LOVED. Thank God that David is now pain free. I am going to continue to pray for you and your family. This cancer has been so cruel and you have all handled it with such grace.
I love you!
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
By: Laura Abernethy on September 14, 2009
at 10:38 pm
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you and your family at this difficult time. May David’s soul rest in peace.
With love,
The Bujala Family.
By: Victoria Bujala on September 14, 2009
at 11:11 pm
Remember all the great memories and treasure them. Our loved ones are still with us but they are pain free.
By: Cathy and Steve on September 14, 2009
at 11:20 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am glad that I was able to reconnect after so many years to share and reflect on the importance of old friends and fond memories. Kindest regards.
By: Kim Bowers on September 15, 2009
at 4:05 am
May his memory be eternal.
Love, Lexie and Mark
By: Lexie Gray on September 15, 2009
at 6:13 am
May the angels lead him into Paradise, and may God comfort all of you.
Love, Jane and Deno
By: Jane Patsakos on September 15, 2009
at 6:24 am
Connie, you and your kids are in our families prayers. You and David have been wonderful role models for them, showing strength and grace and courage. Davids battle is over and he is at peace.
With love,
Jane, Jerry, Alex and Kate
By: Jane Girod on September 15, 2009
at 6:32 am
The whole Lemmink family will continue to be in our prayers. Please know that you have friends to lean on. We love you!
Walter and Sue
By: Sue Spielberger on September 15, 2009
at 7:09 am
I’m so sorry Connie. There are so many people surrounding you who love you so much, don’t hesitate to lean on them. My love and prayers are with you and your family. May God ease your pain and bring you peace and comfort.
Love
Jen
By: Jen Marks on September 15, 2009
at 7:35 am
Connie, I’m so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.
Love,
Katie, Jon & the boys
By: Katie Emery on September 15, 2009
at 8:52 am
Connie and family,
David fought a good fight. May you and your family find PEACE. Thinking and praying for you
all.
Matt, Lisa and Kailyn Hamm
By: Lisa & Matt Hamm on September 15, 2009
at 9:01 am
I am so sorry! I worked with David and Angela at the theater and he was a great guy he felt like a second dad to alot of us there! He is going to deeply missed there. Our thoughts and prayers go to all of you!
LeeAnn Rodgers
By: LeeAnn Rodgers on September 15, 2009
at 9:26 am
Connie, I am so sorry for your loss. Pat
By: Pat Leighton on September 15, 2009
at 10:58 am
We are so sorry for your loss. God be with you and your family, Connie. And may David’s memory be eternal. You are in our prayers.
Tom and Lynn
By: Lynn Afendoulis on September 15, 2009
at 2:41 pm
Connie, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. We are holding your family in our thoughts & prayers.
Peace be with you.
Jennifer & Andre & Sebastien
By: Jennifer & Andre Beaumont on September 15, 2009
at 3:37 pm
God bless.
By: Pat Host on September 15, 2009
at 4:13 pm
One less paddle stirs
the tranquil waters
the campfire flame
diminished to glowing embers
a distant owl questions
a star studded sky
down a new river
travels my good friend
the journeys we’ve shared
are forever a part of me
Connie, David once said he was jealous of my
having brothers. I told him don’t be, because I’ve always though of him as a brother. I truly meant that.
By: GBuyze on September 15, 2009
at 8:48 pm
Connie, Angie, Liz, Charlie and John,
We are so sorry for your loss.
We will be praying for you.
By: Sue & Mike Robinaugh on September 15, 2009
at 10:18 pm
May his memory be eternal.
By: John George on September 16, 2009
at 12:32 pm
Connie, I’m sorry to hear about losing David. May you feel the support of friends and family today as you honor his memory.
—Sue, sister LLL Leader in Cass City
By: Sue on September 17, 2009
at 11:31 am