Rest In Peace Dad "Jim" 09/06/2011

Rest In Peace Dad "Jim" 09/06/2011 In memory of my dad (& Paula's hubby) who had passed away from a lengthy battle of esophageal cancer back in September 6th 2011.

He may be gone physically, but he's always in our hearts & around us. Page was created in 2011, right after his passing. šŸ™ā¤ļø

11/26/2025

November 27th
Thanksgiving Thursday

Happy Thanksgiving, Dad. 🧔
The holidays are never the same without you. Me and Mom miss you so much, and there isn’t a day that goes by that we don’t think about you, especially during moments like this. We hope you’re having a big feast in heaven and feeling all the love we’re sending your way today.

We miss you more than words can say.
Happy Thanksgiving, Dad. 🦃✨

Love,
Journee & Mom (Paula aka your babe)

09/21/2025

Sunday
September 21st 2025

✨ Happy Heavenly Birthday, Dad ✨
You would have been 68 years old today. I can’t believe it’s been 14 years since you’ve been gone. Not a day goes by that I don’t miss you and wish I could hear your voice or share a laugh with you. I carry you with me always, and I hope you’re celebrating in heaven. ā¤ļø

Love,
Journee and Paula

September 6th 2025Saturday Dear Dad, Fourteen years… I still can’t believe you’ve been gone this long, Dad. šŸ’” Not a sing...
09/06/2025

September 6th 2025
Saturday

Dear Dad,

Fourteen years… I still can’t believe you’ve been gone this long, Dad. šŸ’” Not a single day passes that I don’t miss you—and Mom, too. The ache of losing you never truly goes away. Each year brings new challenges, and while I’ve learned how to carry my grief and manage my emotions better, the emptiness of your absence is always there.

Dad, I know you’re watching over us, and I hope you see how far I’ve come. I’ve stood at the Lansing Capitol, sharing my recovery story by speaking out about being bullied, about the pain of dropping out of school, and about finding the strength to rise again. I earned my high school diploma in 2021, and now I’m working toward my bachelor’s degree in graphic arts and marketing through Grand Canyon University.

You always told me I was smart, even when I couldn’t see it in myself. Now I finally believe it. I’m proud of who I’m becoming, and I hope with all my heart that you’re proud of me too. Mom misses you as well. There is never a day that we both never miss you, we wish we can give you one more hug.

I love you, Dad, with everything in me. I miss you more than words can ever say. Until we meet again… šŸ’™

I

With love always,
Journee & Mom (Paula, your ā€œBabeā€)

P.S here are some pictures of life dad.

Here’s to the rebels, the misfits, and the ones who never quite ā€œfit inā€ā€”Happy Black Sheep Day! We’ve been different. An...
06/25/2025

Here’s to the rebels, the misfits, and the ones who never quite ā€œfit inā€ā€”Happy Black Sheep Day! We’ve been different. And we’ve been fabulous.

June 15th 2025SundayFather's Day Father’s Day is always a tough one for me. Every year, I feel that deep ache of missing...
06/15/2025

June 15th 2025
Sunday
Father's Day

Father’s Day is always a tough one for me. Every year, I feel that deep ache of missing my dad and wishing he was still here. It’s hard not having him around to celebrate all the things I’ve accomplished; like graduating with my high school diploma in 2021, meeting Paula Abdul in 2018 (he would’ve loved that!), reuniting with some of my childhood friends like Kal Eilane Foukes,

I have accomplished so many things since you passed away. I said to my 17 year old self that I wouldn't make it past by 20th birthday.

I know in my heart he’s in a better place, and I know he’d be so proud of me. Still, I wish I could hear him say it just once more, and one more hug.

Even though Father’s Day brings a lot of emotion, I try to focus on the beautiful memories we shared. I carry those with me always, and they bring comfort when the grief sneaks in.

Miss you every day, Dad. šŸ’™

Love,
Journee (aka "Carol") and Mom (Paula aka "babe")

06/12/2025

Fourteen years.
That’s how long it took me to watch this video of my dad again. It was the last one I had of him—and he was on a ventilator. For years, I couldn’t bring myself to press play. It was just too painful.

But yesterday, I felt like God was nudging me: ā€œWatch it. You need to hear his voice again.ā€
I was scared. My heart was heavy. But I listened.

As the video played, the tears came—steady, unstoppable. But then I heard it: his voice.
And suddenly, it wasn’t just a memory anymore.

Father’s Day is hitting me especially hard this year. I know I’m not the only one—my mom has been missing him deeply, too. With both of us living in severe chronic pain, there are so many days we wish he were still here with us—to help, to hold us, to just be.

But I take comfort knowing he’s still watching over us.
I’m thankful for the photos. I’m thankful for the memories. And even though that video was the last one I have, I’m so grateful I heard his voice again.

Love you always, Dad. šŸ’”šŸ•Šļø

Love,
Journee and Mom

MondayMay 26th 2025Dear Dad,I hope you're watching over us from up there. I need to ask you a favor—please take care of ...
05/26/2025

Monday
May 26th 2025

Dear Dad,
I hope you're watching over us from up there. I need to ask you a favor—please take care of my good friend Melvin. He just joined you, and my heart is heavy.

Melvin was one of a kind. We met at The Gathering Place Clubhouse, and he became such a meaningful part of my life. He helped me through some really tough friendship breakups and always knew how to lift my self-esteem when I needed it most. His presence brought comfort and joy, and I already miss him more than words can say.

Things just won’t be the same without him here. But knowing he’s with you brings me a little peace. Please show him the same love and care you always gave me.

Miss you both deeply.
Love always

Love,
Journee xoxo.

05/11/2025

May 11th 2025
Sunday

Happy Mother’s Day

Today is a day to honor and celebrate mothers, and while this page is dedicated to Dad, I can’t help but think about how much he loved and appreciated Mom. He never missed a chance to tell us how lucky he felt to have her by his side—her strength, her love, her patience.

I know he’d want us to wrap Mom in that same love today. So, in his spirit, we celebrate her twice as much—once for ourselves, and once for him.

Thinking of all the moms out there today, especially those who carry both roles, and those who are missing someone at their side.

We love you, Mom.

Love,
Journee and Paula

Also: whoever keeps going on my dad's memorial page throughout the day, we can see you. Please get a life.

SundayApril 20th 2025Easter Sunday This Easter, I'm holding a little tighter to the memories of my dad.  Holidays have a...
04/20/2025

Sunday
April 20th 2025
Easter Sunday

This Easter, I'm holding a little tighter to the memories of my dad.

Holidays have a way of making us feel both the joy of the season and the ache of missing someone we love. My dad brought so much warmth, laughter, and strength into our lives, and even though he's no longer with us, I feel his presence in so many little ways—especially during times like this.

Easter is about hope, renewal, and love that never ends. I carry that hope with me, knowing that love doesn't disappear, it just changes form. Dad, you're forever in my heart. I miss you more than words can say, but I’m grateful for every moment we shared.

Wishing everyone a peaceful and meaningful Easter. Hug your loved ones a little tighter.

Love,
Journee and Paula xoxo

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