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In Loving Memory of
Kellie Louise Larivee
March 10, 1986 - January 8, 2000
Of Kellie, Butterfly Wings and Angels
I sat and watched the children,
with tears flowing and grief wrought faces
Stare at Kellie in disbelief.
The adults too, one by one many they came,
they could not believe
Sweet Kellie had gone.
I read the letters the children had written all were alike,
Kellie they said could put a smile, where once was a frown,
Could lighten their burden with but a single word.
I always felt better in her presence they said,
sometimes goofy but all the time happy,
I thought of Kellie.
I thought of the Butterflies, Kellie so loved.
Gifts from above.
Their bright and vibrant colors, upon their fluttering wings,
The Beauty and peace they bring to all,
as they dance from flower to flower.
(Just as Kellie danced heart to heart).
Then away they went,
A smile to all who saw them.
I thought of Sweet Kellie and Butterfly wings.
I thought of Sweet Angels and all that they are,
As they guide and watch over us, from wherever they are,
The comfort they bring us, the comfort we feel,
Day upon Day, Night upon Night.
They radiate pure Beauty and Love,
Their Wings as soft and white as a Dove,
I thought of Dear Kellie the hearts she touched
and butterfly wings.
I thought of Kellie and Butterfly wings and Angels,
And all I did feel was a Love so pure, and innocence so sweet,
For now, the Three had become One,
The Joy and Beauty Kellie brought us,
The Comfort and Love that was Her mark,
Had now become "The Angel From Above."
And while Kellie is no longer here, in our Hearts she will remain.
"For we'll always have Angels and Butterfly wings."
Written by Mark Jubinville, Kellie's neighbor and friend of her mom.
A Christmas To Be Remembered
December 25 1999
Everything seemed to be going so perfect. Was this all part of a plan?
Kellie awoke so early on that Christmas morning,
this was to be her last with us
but even that we weren't to know. Two weeks later to the day
and my world fell apart and has never fit back together again.
Kellie loved Christmas, even though she was 2 months away
from her 14th birthday she still had the innocence and excitement
of a child. She knew she probably would have a hard time
falling asleep that Christmas Eve,
so she asked if she could sleep in bed with me.
I told her no because I still had all the gifts
to put out under the tree when she fell asleep.
I will always remember this because I ever had that chance again
and will forever live with that regret along with many others.
We went all out with Christmas decorating that last year.
Kellie wanted the icicle lights. We decorated with them
inside and outside, and she was so happy.
Kellie was the first one up on that Christmas morning.
I told her she could bring her stocking up and open it on the bed,
and we would let everyone else sleep till 7:00.
Later gifts were all opened and Kellie gave me a hug
and said she had gotten everything she wanted for Christmas.
If I had only known what was to be I would have given her
the world if I could, she deserved that and more
for all she brought to my life and countless others.
 
Kellie looked so pretty on Christmas Day, seemed to have a glow
to her face. All dressed up in her pretty new blue sweater.
One of her gifts was an orange inflatable chair she had wanted
for her bedroom. Kellie blew that up that day with her breath,
and here almost 4 years later it sits with her breath still in it.
Kellie passed in her sleep on January 8, 2000.
That was before and this is after. Four years,
and I can't believe another Christmas is here.
The impossible has happened.
I have survived 4 years without my child.
I always felt sorry for other people
who lost someone around the Holidays,
now I am one of those people. These days are very hard
to endure, especially the closer Christmas gets,
the closer we get to Kellie's anniversary of her passing.
I try for my other 2 children. I do the best I can.
Losing Kellie has shown me the fine line between sanity and insanity.
I know I will make it through again this year
because of the support of my Compassionate Friends,
support of my church, support of my family,
and for those who listen to me
when I have to talk of my pain and loss
and let me shed my tears.
This year we have some decorations up thanks to my son,
he did what I didn't think I could ever do again.
The tree is up, but not without lots of tears
as special ornaments of Kellie's were placed on the tree.
When Kellie's sister asked if we were going to put stockings up,
I remembered Kellie's last Christmas when she asked the same thing.
So, yes, the stockings are up with Kellie's right beside
her brother's and sister's, where it belongs and will always be.
Merry Christmas to our sweet "Angel Kellie"
on your fourth Christmas in Heaven.
Always Loved, and Always Remembered.
Love, Denise
Mother to an "Angel"
This was given out to everyone at Kellie's funeral.
Our Christmas Angels
~ Your Soul Is Free ~
Written by a friend named Tracy Cheatle
Why did you go?
Didn't you know we would miss you so?
Remembering you,
I haven't a clue,
Why God would take such a beautiful person
Because we only have memories left now.
I can't remember,
the last thing I said to you,
But if I had known,
You were going so soon,
I would have treated you better.
Now, all I can do is write you a letter,
place it on your grave,
and hope it's saved in your soul.
For now your soul is free,
for that,
let us rejoice and be happy with glee.
In memory of Kellie Larivee
3/10/86 - 1/8/00
Kellie at 4 years old.
Kellie Louise
Written by Kellie's Aunt Karen
There was a sweet girl named Kellie Louise
She always said thank you and please...
SO cute and lovable, like a teletubby doll.
This missing you is taking its toll...
A child so dear to her Mama's heart,
You hardly ever saw them apart...
She was Daddy's buddy, a little tag-a-long.
He loved her so much, it is best described in a song.
She had a Best Friend named Jill,
Sharing secrets and going places together
was always a thrill.
An Aunt who loved her as a daughter
Had she wealth almost anything she would have bought her...
Kellie loved everyone very much,
Our hearts, she did touch...
The Lord God knows what is best,
Yet He had put us through life's hardest ever test...
She was smart, she was beautiful, she was shy,
Now she is an Angel, she can Fly...
Forever more, everyday in our hearts and prayers,
Know this Precious Angel, someone cares...
Fly little Kellie, fly.
We love you so very much,
We'll NEVER say goodbye.
Little Star
Written by Kellie's Aunt Karen
Now we know who you are,
Your destiny fulfilled, a heavenly star...
Star bright, star light,
Shine your sweetness on us every night...
Wish we could, wish we might,
Have this wish, we wish tonight...
We wish you had never left us,
But since you have, in God we must trust...
Feelings of loss won't relent,
We miss you, kisses and hugs are sent...
No need to tell an Angel to stay sweet,
We will keep endearing memories
until we again meet.
Of all the stars above,
You are the special one we love...
Shine little star shine,
We will be together again somewhere in time...
Memories of Kellie
Written by Kellie's Aunt Karen
Thoughts of you make my heart flutter
Add a hug and I would melt like butter.
To gaze upon your lovely face,
Puts a "monet" to disgrace.
The sound of your soft voice
Would be the music lovers, #1 choice.
Your humor and laughter
Lingers long after.
Passing by us, so beautiful as she goes
Makes one forget all their woes.
Because of all the kindness you spread
Our pettiness, we shamefully shed.
Your love and affection, makes a heart soar,
Kellie, just the mention of you, makes one adore.
Your sweet and gentle nature continue to glow,
Engulfing the grief we have come to know.
Now your presence, does us elude,
But your loving angelic spirit lends fortitude.
I cannot help but wish you were still here.
Please forgive the tear.
~Kellie~
Does time really matter,
The pain is always there.
My mother's heart is broken,
Sometimes too much to bear.
I love you my sweet Kellie,
More than words could ever say.
An aching loss came into my life,
The day you went away.
Your sweet smile I shall remember,
And never will I forget.
You brought such joy to all my days,
My precious angel daughter.
Six years have passed my sweet child,
Yet you live on in my heart.
I'd rather have you here with me,
I never wanted us to part.
I know one day dear Kellie,
We'll meet at heaven's gate.
Til than my precious daughter,
I know that I must wait.
But what a glad sweet morning,
When I awake to find you there.
And together we'll be forever,
With no more pain to bear.
~Forever Loved and Missed~
These gifts are for my friend Denise in memory of
her precious daughter Kellie with all my love and remembrance.
We've walked the journey together Denise
and my thoughts are with you on Kellie's heaven-date.
Love always, Joyce
Kellie's Grandmother Rita passed away on May 16, 2007.
Below are a few special pictures of many special times they shared.
My hope is that they have been reunited in Heaven.
Kellie and Grandmother Rita, Easter 1997.
Kellie and Grandmother Rita at Forest Park in 1996.
Grandmother Rita and Kellie skating together.
Our fountain at home, in memory of Kellie.
Portrait of Kellie, with her sister Jessica and her brother Justin.
Christmas In Heaven
Sunset at Noon
Written by a friend of Kellie's
I always thought that when it comes,
I'd be ready for the end.
By that time, I'd be resigned and tame.
Death would appear a welcomed friend.
But what if I still want to live?
Still want to learn and grow?
What if I still have gifts to give,
And I'm not ready to go?
What if I am too young still,
Not old enough to die?
What if I want to wait until
I've experienced life enough to say goodbye?
You were too young.
You were taken too soon.
Your time had just begun,
The sun of your life has set at noon.
Wherever you have gone,
Nearby or far away,
Please realize that, with you,
A piece of me died that day.
We love you, Kellie.
Kellie made this picture for the last Mother's Day she was here for.
 
Kellie's fountain at home.
Kellie's bench at Magic Wings, So. Deerfield, "Butterfly Conservatory.
 
The "Christmas Box Angel" and then a close-up
of the writing on the base of the Angel.
Look what I have on my car in memory of Kellie!
Kellie's 8th grade graduation was dedicated to her.
 Thank you to my dear friend Rosemary for all your help
with some of the photos for Kellie's pages.
 A friend can hear a tear drop.
Please visit Maria's Tribute to Christopher
Angel Christopher
Two
Very Special Angels
"I am so very sorry for this terrible loss, your sweet little angel Kellie.
What a little doll. There just are no words to say
and we all walk the same road now.
My heart just aches for you and for so many.
Your website touched me so deeply, it was done with such beauty
and gentleness and with such beautiful music too.
I would like to present you with my "Award for Eternal Love"
because I know that your love will continue on for your sweet child
until you join her in God's Kingdom and
I would also like to present you with my "Most Heart Touching Site Award"
because the love and honor shown for your beautiful angel
truly touched my heart.
God bless you and keep you as you walk this very painful journey
until you are once again reunited with your angel."
Love,
Ann ~
Laurasmom
Missing Heidi Reed
"I would like to send my love and heartfelt prayers to Angel Kellie
and this award (gift) is what I have chosen."
Jesus Wept
This webpage is created In Loving Memory of Kellie Louise Lariveeon March 19, 2004
Last updated: March 8, 2008
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