This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Kendra Jones who was born in Ohio on February 13, 1989 and passed away on November 22, 2005 at the age of 16-1/2. We will remember her forever.
Kendra was our first child, her dad is John Jones and I'm her mom, Gail Holida, we were still young, but very excited about having our baby girl. She was a very happy baby and brought joy to everyone. We loved and enjoyed her for 16 years. She has 2 sisters, Abby and Camryn, and one brother, Daniel. She has lots of uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. She has 2 sets of grandparents that love her so much. This is her story on how she went to Heaven: She was driving my car and had two of her good friends with her driving to school, they attended Pioneer Career and Technology Center in Shelby, OH. They all three attended the same class which was Early Childhood Education, they took care of little children. They all enjoyed children very much. On the way to school on November 22, 2005, they were laughing and singing their favorite song and having a great time and not paying attention to speed, Kendra crested the hill and lost control of the car. All three girls were ejected from the car. Two angels were taken at the same time, Kendra and Alyson. The other friend, Zuri, survived and ran for help. Thank you for doing all that you did Zuri, God has a plan for you, because at that time, it wasn't your time to go. You are an angel in our eyes down here on earth. Kendra and Alyson had their showing and funeral together. Two of God's angels in one room. From what I was told, there was close to 1,700 people in two days to show their respect. Kendra and Alyson grew up together and will now spend forever in Heaven together.
We love and miss them so much. My precious Kendra is forever on my mind and forever in my heart. I love you Kendra - Mom

I LOVE YOU KENDRA

Forever you will fly in the Heavens above - 
spread your wings and live forever!! 



WELCOME TO HEAVEN MY PRECIOUS CHILD

    

God shall wipe all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
-Revelation 21:4  

This verse was given to me by my Aunt Versie - 
Thank you Aunt Versie, I love you very much

"You'll Never Walk Alone"
I said,  "The path is steep"
He said, "I'm at your side"
I said, "But I am weak"
He said, "For you I died"

I said, "Dark Valley's come"
He said, I'll guide you through"
I said, "But I'm not brave"
He said, "I'll walk with you"

I said, "Be light to me
and strength as I go on"
He said, "I'm more, I'm love
You'll never walk alone"




If you love something, set it free
If it comes back, then it's yours
If it doesn't come back, then it was never yours
It was God's
If you should return back to me, 
a precious butterfly you will be








            
      
The Love of a Sister
If love could change the way things are
You would live forever and go so far
You'd know that I am always there
That I'll always love you, I'll always care.

But love can't change the way things are
Or stop the pain or mend the scars
I hope that love can let you know
Not to give up or ever let go

Even when you're not in sight
You're in my thoughts day and night
Love is what will keep you there
And make me thankful for all we shared
  
You have been my sister for many years, we have laughed together
and shed some tears, we have said some harsh words
and pulled some hair, but against the world we make a perfect pair.
Our times together are limited to few, but I just need to say "I love you".





I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new, I thought of you yesterday and the day before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have is memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake with which I'll never part, God has you in his keeping, I have you in my heart. 


Heavens not a place that you go to when you die, it's
the moment in life when you actually feel alive.

Those We Love Don't Go Away
They Walk Beside Us Everyday
Unseen, Unheard, But Always Near
Still Loved, Still Missed, Still Very Dear



   

One day at a time, sweet Jesus
That’s all that I’m asking from you.
Give me the strength
To do every day
What I have to do.     
Yesterday’s gone, sweet Jesus,
And tomorrow may never be mine.
Lord, help me today,
Show me the way,
One day at a time.




"What makes a Mother"
I thought of you and closed my eyes
And prayed to God today. I asked what makes a mother
And I know I heard him say, 
A mother has a baby this we know is true.

But God, can you be a mother
When your daughter's not with you?
Yes, you can, He replied with confidence in His voice.
I gave many women babies, when they leave is not their choice.
Some I send for a lifetime, and others for a day.
And some I send to feel your womb, but there's no need to stay.

I just don't understand this, God.
I want my baby here.  He took a breath and cleared His throat,
And then I saw a tear. I wish I could show you what your child is doing today. If you could see your child smile with other children and say:
"We go to earth to learn our lessons of love and life and fear.
My mommy loved me oh so much, I got to come straight here.
I feel so lucky to have a mom who had so much love for me.
I learned my lesson very quickly, my mommy set me free."

I miss my mom oh so much but I visit her each day.
When she goes to sleep at night, on her pillow's where I lay.
I stroke her hair, kiss her cheek, and whisper in her ear,
"Mommy don't be sad today, it's me Kendra, and I'm here.

So you see, my dear sweet one, your daughter is ok.
Your daughter is here in My home and this is where she'll stay.
She'll wait for you with Me until your lesson is through.
And on the day that you come home, she'll be at the gates for you.

So now you see what makes a Mother, it's the feeling in your heart.
It's the love you had so much of, right from the very start.


Broken Chain
We little knew that morning,
God was going to call your name,
In life we loved you dearly,
in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
you did not go alone,
For part of us went with you,
the day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories,
your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you,
you are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one,
the chain will link again

Hi mommy, its me Kendra, your angel in the sky.
Won't you tell me mommy, why does my daddy cry?
Doesn't he know I'm happy here, Heaven's a beautiful place, Oh how it hurts me  mommy to see tears streaming down daddy's face. Mommy tell him I'm much better here, Jesus fixed my heart. But when I see daddy crying, it just about tears it apart.
I know it hurt you both, mommy, when Jesus took me away. But you and  daddy remember, we'll be together again someday. I can't wait to hug you, I never got the chance before. When its time for you to come, I'll be waiting at Heavens door. Then you'll both understand, Jesus knew where I needed to be. What a marvelous place to live, just wait and you both shall see. Please let my daddy know mommy, that I heard every word he said. And I remember him softly kissing me as I lay cuddled in my bed. Just one more thing mommy before I have to go, I love you both very much and I just wanted you to know. 

Love always, your angel in the sky - 
Kendra Dawn Jones






I believe in Angels the kind that Heaven sends, 
I'm surrouned by these Angels,
But I call them "Friends"




  

  I have not turned my back on you, so there is no need to cry, I am watching you from Heaven, Just beyond the morning sky; I have seen you almost fall apart, When you could barely stand, I asked the Lord to comfort you, And I watched him take your hand. He told me you were in more pain, Than I could ever be, He wiped his eyes and swallowed hard, Then gave your hand to me; Although you may not feel my touch; Or see me by your side, I've whispered that I love you, While I wiped each tear you cried.




  
A letter from Kendra in Heaven:
My dearest family, some things I'd like to say
but first of all to let you know that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from Heaven where I dwell with God above
where there's no more tears or sadness, there is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight, remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on Earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you". It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone, as for your dearest family they'll be here later on. Then God gave me a list of things He wished for me to do, and foremost on that list of mine is to watch and care for you.
And I will be beside you every day and week and year,
and when you're sad, I'm standing there to wipe away the tear.
And when you lie in bed at night, the days chores put in flight,
God and I are closest to you in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on Earth and all those loving years,
because you're only human they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry, it does relieve the pain,
but remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you of all that God has planned, but if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on Earth is o'er, I am closer to you now than I ever was before.
And to my very many friends, trust God knows what is best.
I'm still not far away from you, I'm just beyond the crest.
When you are walking down the street and you've got me on your mind, I'm walking in your footsteps only a half a step behind. And when you feel the gentle breeze or the wind upon your face, that's me giving you a great big hug or just a soft embrace. And when it's time for you to go from that body to be free, remember you're not going, you are coming here to me, and I will always love you from that land way up above, Will be in touch again soon, P.S.- God sends his love.

To my family and friends - I love you all very much,
Love Kendra Dawn Jones




 
Don't forget to light a candle in memory of Kendra - 
keep her memory going!
Please also visit these websites as well:
Alyson Keiser and Chance Cavello



          


I miss talking to you on your phone sis, if we could talk one more time I would tell you that I love and miss you so much. And that you gave me the best 16 1/2 years that a mother could get from their child. I am so proud to be your mom, you made me laugh so many times, I really miss hearing you say, "Whatever Mom". I used to get after you for saying that to me, but now I miss it so much. 
My heart aches for you every second of the day, but I know that you will never see or feel pain ever again and that is what keeps me going and just knowing the fact that you will live forever with God comforts me, I miss you more than anything, but I would never ask God for you back, we suffer everyday here on earth, so why would I want you to suffer again, be at peace with God and never suffer again.
 My love for you will never end and you will forever be in my heart and on my mind, you are my angel in the sky and I love you so much Kendra - you are still my life. 
Love to you always baby girl, 
Mom

Dear Mom,
Please remember the good times we had
When you do you won't be sad
I am always with you and never far away
I'm in every thought you have every single day
I know your tears will still fall
You do miss me after all
I am happy and oh so free
I am with Jesus where I need to be 


This is a special THANK YOU to some very caring people who have made things for Kendra's website and who have helped me along the way with it.

Cindi Phillips
John Beres 
Precious Memorials
Angel Families 
            

        















GRANDPARENTS
They always understand the things you say and do,
They overlook each of your faults and find the best in you,
Their love is a special love, it inspires me each day,
They spread their joy and happiness, in their warm and caring way...
They are all these things and more, there's no great treasure known, the most precious Grandparents in all the world, are the ones I call my own



When I get where I'm going
On the far side of the sky
The first thing that I'm gonna do
Is spread my wings and fly
I'm gonna land beside a lion
And run my fingers through his mane
Or I might find out what it's like
To ride a drop of rain

Yeah when I get where I'm going
There'll be only happy tears
I will shed the sins and struggles
I have carried all these years
And I'll leave my heart wide open
I will love and have no fear
Yeah when I get where I'm going
Don't cry for me down here

I'm gonna walk with my grandaddy
And he'll match me step for step
And I'll tell him how much I've missed him
Every minute since he left
Then I'll hug his neck

Yeah when I get where I'm going
There'll be only happy tears
I will shed the sins and struggles
I have carried all these years
And I'll leave my heart wide open
I will love and have no fear
Yeah when I get where I'm going
Don't cry for me down here

So much pain and so much darkness
In this world we stumble through
All these questions I can't answer
So much work to do

But when I get where I'm going
And I see my maker's face
I'll stand forever in the light
Of his amazing grace


I said, God I hurt
And God said, I know

I said, I cry alot
And God said, That's why I gave you tears

I said, Life is so hard
And God said, That's why I gave you loved ones

I said, But my loved on died
And God said, so did mine

I said, It's such a great loss
And God said, I saw mine nailed to a cross

I said, But your loved one lives
And God said, so does yours

I said, Where is she now?
And God said, My son is by my side and
Your daughter is in my arms!


  Mom
 You filled my days with rainbow lights,
fairytales and sweet dream nights,
A kiss to wipe away my tears,
Gingerbread to ease my fears.
You gave the gift of life to me,
And then in love, you set me free.
I thank you for your tender care,
for deep warm hugs and being there.
I hope that when you think of me,Mom
A part of you, you'll always see.


I wish you understood that grief changes people. When my child died, a big part of me died with her. I am not the same person I was before my child died and I will never be that person again.
I wish very much that you could understand - 
understand my loss and my grief.
BUT........
I pray daily that you will never understand.



















My Angel in the Sky!!!
I love you so much Kendra - 
Love, Mom









Heaven's gate swung gently open,

The Master called softly, "Come,"

And you, dear one, took the Master's hand,

And your work on earth was done.

We'll never cease to miss you,

And shed many silent tears,

Because we cannot share with you

Our hopes, our joys, our fears.

But one day, in God's garden,

When the Master calls us to come.

You'll be at the gates with open arms

And say to us, "Welcome Home!:



BEAUTIFUL KENDRA






As I loved you, so I miss you;

In my memory you are near.

Loved, remembered, longed for always,

Treasured with a love sincere.

You are where I cannot see you,

And your voice I cannot hear;

Yet I know you walk beside me,

Never absent, always near.




In our home she is fondly remembered,

Sweet memories cling to her name;

Those who loved her in life sincerely,

Still love her in death just the same.



 






Gone from Earth so swiftly
Just like a flower in bloom
So young, so fair, so loving
Yet called away so soon
We'll meet her some glad morning
Resting by waters fair
She is waiting for our coming
In the upper garden there
Safe in the arms of Jesus