Letters to the Editor
Letter: Grieving family gives thanks for support
To the editor:
My son, Tyler Long, died Oct. 17. Since his death, we have had an outpouring of love from the community. We would like to take this opportunity to thank a few who have helped us along the way.
Troy and Teryn ... we are very proud of you. If we stick together, we can make it through this tragic loss. We are strong! Our family ... you stepped up when we needed you most. You kept us from going crazy. Peeples Funeral Home, Jerry Herndon and family ... you went above and beyond when we needed caring and sensitivity. You made us feel like family. John Bagley ... what a wonderful man you are. You have restored my faith. Holly Creek Baptist Church ... we appreciate the use of your church for Tyler’s service. Charlie Braun ... oh, how we love you! You treated Tyler like one of your own. I see a halo above your head. You could teach the rest of us a thing or two. Gina Burnett ... you sat with me at the funeral only a few months after your husband’s passing. I don’t know how you did it, but you were my “person” that day. I needed you so much. I adore you.
To our work family and bosses ... you have made it possible for us to have time with our family to get through this anguish. You all allowed us to grieve without worry. We love you all! To Tyler’s teachers from the past. We know who supported him and tried. To Teryn and Troy’s teachers ... you continue to support them. Your efforts help them get through the day. They know who loves them. To Alan Robbins, Murray County deputy coroner ... you handled the situation with dignity. To the ROTC boys at Tyler’s funeral ... what a wonderful job you did! Tyler would have been proud.
To everyone that called, came to our home, texted, e-mailed, etc. We did read everything and listened to every message. It brought us great comfort. We are indebted to the media for letting Tyler’s voice be heard. There are many more that we would like to mention by name; you know who you are. Maybe one day it will get easier, but we still need all of you in our world.
David and Tina Long
In Memory of Tyler Long
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