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| Name: | David Watt/"DJ" |
| E-mail address: | dswj@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | My condolences to Pastor Al and family. Stephen it was always good to play football with you back in the days with Agape. Both you and those days will be missed. My you RIP with with GOD forever. |
| Name: | DECIA FOSTER |
| E-mail address: | caribious_gal@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen, you will continue to be in my prayers.
Rest Peacefully Decee |
| Name: | DECIA FOSTER |
| E-mail address: | caribious_gal@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen, you will continue to be in my prayers.
Rest Peacefully Decee |
| Name: | Cukoo and family |
| E-mail address: | chikchat90@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen and family,
Brother Al and Cathy I'm so very sorry on the loss of your son Stephen I know you'll meet him again one day in Heaven. We share your joy and thanksgiving for his life and love that he gave to all of us! We love you all very much. Your Friends, Cukoo, Virginia, Susan, Jordan, and Channing! (P.S. Stephen, Although I didn't know you very well eigther I still miss you with lots of love. And will always remember you with joy, happiness, and love in my heart. I will miss you dearly and will always keep you Close in my heart.) With love, Channing McLean |
| Name: | Jenny Rivers |
| E-mail address: | rivers_j@candw.ky |
| Comments: | Condolences to Al and his entire family from the Rivers family. Any loss is a terrible thing but when it is someone so close, you don't know how to carry on but you have to. Losing my parents when I was just in my early twenties made me value life to the fullest. I did not know your son but I have heard many wonderful things about him. May you remember all the good times and always keep him in your heart. May God be with you during this most difficult time. |
| Name: | Chadd Bush |
| E-mail address: | fatboyslimm99@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
Although I only met you this year. You were a person that I have a lot of respect for and will always have respect for. Mostly because of the way you held God in your life and the fact that you were a sincere type of person. You were taken from us all too early. May you rest in peace Patch. You will be greatly missed by everyone. ONE LOVE. |
| Name: | adrianne grant |
| E-mail address: | weltschmerz777@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | Nothing Gold Can Stay--
In a time like this it is so difficult to find the right words and somehow ease the heartache your family feels. Words seemingly lose the power to comfort and it is only in the divine hand of God through His holy spirit, that consoling is accomplished. The Lord promised a blessing for those who mourn for they shall be comforted (Matt 5:4) and may your faith bridled with the Lord's strength sustain you now. Take heart and be reminded of the great blessing we all had in Stephen and the memories of him should ease your burden, for I think he would want it that way. Stephen's life touched so many in a special and unique approach, and I applaud his parents for the manner in which they raised him. It was delightful to see how affectionate you were towards your children and they towards you. It is rare in our society especially among males. His siblings were blessed to have him as a part of their family even though they probably didn't feel that way all the time, but that is normal. He was blessed with such an aesthetic mind and gifts of creativity, but sadly the gift of long years was not his to have. Stephen's personality is one I won't forget; his natural charm, soothing eyes, smirks and quick wit made us fast friends. Being from NYC he would ridicule my "accent" while I struggled to understand what he was saying half the time, but once we got that out of the way I really enjoyed him. EVERY memory of him makes me smile, and I embraced he and Andrew as my little brothers and Joni as a kid sister. Stephen was full of life, adventurous and his persona would light up a room every time I saw him, he always greeted me with a tremendous embrace. But what impressed me most about this young man was his affection and compassion for others. That's what deems most important in this life not material gain as some would believe. I have many recollections accomplished within a short span of time, and they are indeed etched within the realms of my heart. Whether we were verbally battling on who could "snap" on the best while Pastor Al played "ref" assuring Steve that he'd met his match in me, or his skits from a television commercial or Austin Powers, overall he was a great sport and a walking party. He bought along his own fun and his mind was always going it seemed. When he visited NY last year, I introduced him to an infamous BBQ place and then went to the ESPN zone arcade with Joni and Andrew. I realized how competitive and determined he was. On a rock climbing simulator he impressed me with his skills and drive to succeed and while we were on a pseudo white water rafting game together, I was laughing so hard I couldn't paddle but Stephen's zeal got us through the rough waters. Now we as his friends need that same determination to carry on and be a support to the Ebanks family as he would want us to. Last month, Stephen and Joni came up to NY one last time together but we had no idea that this fate awaited. Along with a group of friends, they came to our youth service. Briefly, Stephen shared his heart with me in the balcony of the church and I sensed a maturity in him towards the things of the Lord. I was proud of the person he was becoming and his pursuit for Godliness. I watched as he went up during the altar call for prayer and implored that the Lord would impart a fervency for Christ in him as others laid hands upon the “group from Cayman.” The next evening we romped around the city, had a interesting meal together, and said our goodbyes. This would be the last time I would ever get to embrace Stephen but confidently by faith I believe Stephen's life is hidden in Christ and the fruits of his existence continues. As the book of Hebrews 11 "13 All these faithful ones died without receiving what God had promised them, but they saw it all from a distance and welcomed the promises of God. They agreed that they were no more than foreigners and nomads here on earth.14And obviously people who talk like that are looking forward to a country they can call their own.15If they had meant the country they came from, they would have found a way to go back.16But they were looking for a better place, a heavenly homeland. That is why God is not ashamed to be called their God, for he has prepared a heavenly city for them." Stephen has gone to heavenly home, but I thank God for the blessing he was to me and the time we shared. I cherish those last moments given and the last hug I will receive from my little Caymanian brother...for now. He has completed his race and will receive his crowns. See you later Stevie... Pastor Al, Kathy, Trisha, Joni and Andrew, I pray for you and ask God to give you the strength, courage and faith to bear this but "do not grieve as those who have no hope," and know that God is near to the brokenhearted. Jesus himself wept at the loss of a loved one, and grief is very real. But just know the the Lord is near. Thank you for sharing Stephen and yourselves with me. I will never forget him, I miss him and I love you as family. The following poem is one of my favorite's and I felt it fitting for my "little Cayamian brother " whom God blessed us with for a season. But like all things beautiful "Nothing Gold Can Stay..." NOTHING GOLD CAN STAY Nature's first green is gold, Her hardest hue to hold. Her early leaf's a flower; But only so an hour. Then leaf subsides to leaf. So Eden sank to grief, So dawn goes down to day. Nothing gold can stay. Love, Adrianne |
| Name: | Craig Reid |
| E-mail address: | hebrew_eli@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | We shall all RISE to meet CHRIST in the air. To the Ebanks family, my family in CHRIST, remember "it is well". I pray the comfort of the HOLY SPIRIT in yor lives. GOD BLESS. |
| Name: | Errington, Millicent, Eric and Melesia Webster |
| E-mail address: | tubby_88@msn.com |
| Comments: | To the Ebanks's family,
I'm so sorry that this had to happen to your family member. My greatest sympathy goes out to all of family. Remember to stand firm God is on your side! He won't give you more than you can bear! We know it's a very hard time to go through but always remember God is there with you now and forever more! We will be pryaing for you! Remember Jesus still can perform miracles and we will be praying for one! God Bless you all I'm not gonna say Goodbye Stephen i'm just say talk to you later and see you soon! The Webster's Family |
| Name: | Sean Cohen |
| E-mail address: | viperfang102@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen was a really good friend. he never complained that much about any thing and he was always the one if your sad to bring you up. he will be missed by every one that knew him and those that did not know him. i miss him very much. my love goes out to the family and i hope that where ever he is happy. |
| Name: | himna mclaughlin |
| E-mail address: | boki18@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | things soon betta!!! |
| Name: | Marsha Ebanks |
| E-mail address: | ejaggedpill@aol.com |
| Comments: | Its been awhile since I've seen any of you or said anything to you guys but I found it absolutely amazing how much I still love all of you.... how much the memories mean to me...how much a part of my childhood you all were. It saddens me that it would take such a devastating loss for me to have the guts to even admit this but here I am and I wanted you to know.
I guess what I want all of you to know right now including Stephen, and especially aunt Kathy,(of course all of you but my heart has been drawn to her and I ask God to explain this all to her in a way that could only be understood by a mother)is that my heart is with you guys right now, I pray for you and I know God has his purpose. Love you very much Marsha Stephen I know you are out there shining down on us, I know your star is one of the brightest as you've always been able to light up a room! Shawna here, I find my mind trasporting itself to the most beautiful, and fondest childhood memories I experienced. And much of these memorable times were formed with Trisha (Tissie), Joni (Joon-Joon), Stephen (Stevie), and Andrew (Andy Wandy Woo). The Summer trips, and the backyard doll house games always seem like just yesterday. The flipping around the trampoline after church on Sunday's. And who can forget the times when we would plan who would ask their parents every Sunday if one of us could go over to the next one's house (boy....we must have annoyed our poor parents!!) I remember that Stevie and Matt Matt up until recently still created these kinds of memories together. And even as we grew apart...Stephen and Matthew remained the best of friends. Stephen's and Matthew's friendship has taught me exactly what friendship is intended to be. I will ensure that I do the same. I want to tell Uncle Al, Aunt Kathy, Trisha, Joni, and Andrew that you are in my heart always. And always have been in prayers. Stephen, you have inspired me to remember my purpose and always keep those good memories forming. I will miss you. I love you. I know you are shining like the Angel you truly are! Love Always, Shawna Ebanks (Shawn Shawn) |
| Name: | Jilynne Monteith |
| E-mail address: | jilynnem@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen:
Where do I start? I practically grew up with Stephen. We attended Catholic Primary School, George Hichs High School and John Gray High School together and he has always been a part of me,whether he was teasing me or giving me advice or trying to cheer me up when I was upset. I will always miss you Patchy, you are always gonna be in my heart. To his family, I will be praying for you and I know that God will help you out through this dark time. Jilynne |
| Name: | Cody Bain |
| E-mail address: | codfish_wid_some_achee@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Pachy i didnt know u until my parents moved over to your church and in the time i spent at the church with u me and u became friends and i will alsways remember you no matta what ill be missing you peace out until we see each otha in heaven...Cody |
| Name: | Cody Bain |
| E-mail address: | codfish_wid_some_achee@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | The things i remeber the most about stephen is that when you were down he woudl be the person to bring you and i respected him for that me and him first met at karate where me and him grew a friendship and it grew stronger when i moved to his church and when i heard the news i was shocked but he is in a beeter place and ppl and i will miss the kind and loving person that he was.
To One of the best ppl i knew i will miss you dearly stephen. |
| Name: | Sasha Hodgson |
| E-mail address: | chicabonita81@hotmail.com |
| Name: | Sasha Hodgson & Austin McLean |
| Comments: | For a Precious Life:
We pray for the family and loved ones of Stephen. May you be strong and continue your faith in God. "..Those who have hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles they will run and not grow weary they will walk and not faint." |
| Name: | Kamala Murugesu |
| E-mail address: | princess_kamala@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Patchy was a close friend to me...he alwayz will be...we shared jokes and laughs together...i never will forget him |
| Name: | Atisa Monique Ebanks |
| E-mail address: | streetpanther008@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen was one of my very best firends from george hicks. In tutorial he would always make me laugh or do stuff out of the way which would cause Mr. Cox our past tutorial teacher to argue with him, but in the long run Stephen would always find a way to get out of trouble. He would always tease me bout my pink lips and tell me that i had on lipstick and i would reply i goin tell that u put die in your hair and we would both laugh at each other. I have always cherrished the moments with him and i always will, not because he's gone, but because he was like a brother to me. I was able to talk to him about anything, but that changed when we reached to high school. We were placed in different houses and we never had any classes together which the only time i got to see him or say anything to him wass when we passed eachother going to classes or when we had break or lunch. As our exams came around i hardly ever saw him but that was not a bother to me because i noe that on the weekensd i would see him at movies or something, which in fact was the last place i saw him before he left us. It was the saturday before and he rolled up in his bright red car and i could spot the car and say dats stephen before he even reaches. I hugged him and told him that i would see him when i get out of the movies but when i came out i never got the chance to see him.. I WILL ALWAYS MISS HIM AND HE WILL LIVE IN MY HEART FOREVER, I SOON HOPE TO SEE HIM IN OUR WOUNDERFUL HOME-HEAVEN ABOVE.
Love Always Atisa M. Ebanks |
| Name: | Stephanie Bush |
| E-mail address: | Stephie_B04@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen, even though I didn't know you as well as most others, I could see you were different. You always seemed to have a glow about you. You always looked happy, and seemed to love life. I would always smile when I'd see you in church with the little kids-having them on your shoulders or just playing with them. I'd see you talk to people both young and old-always having a smile on your face.
Stephen, you were truly a unique young person with a wonderful personality and a huge heart. You have been a great inspiration to me. I only wish I could've known you better. Stephanie |
| Name: | Aaron French |
| E-mail address: | 4frenchs@candw.ky |
| Comments: | Patchy,
I really can't believe it's true...you are gone! Gone from this busted place, but we all know that you are sitting with God telling jokes and making the Heavens smile. All I can says is, You da man! We will miss you, but we will meet again...warm me a seat. May the Lord continue to use this to His Glory. May His light shine on the lost, may they find the way. Thank you for your dedication and strength. "He who endures to the end, WINS". You are a winner! Bye for now~ Aaron French "Preach" |
| Name: | Anthony Echenique |
| E-mail address: | mad_x_ky@hotmail.com |
| Name: | Anthony Echenique |
| E-mail address: | mad_x_ky@hotmail.com |
| Name: | Teresa Edie |
| E-mail address: | cutefry@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | As I have mentioned before, I did not know Stephen all that well, but it doesn't take having to know him personally to fall in love with his personality. Over the past few days, I have heard sincere, genuine and loving words spoken of Stephen, and it makes me proud that he touched so many lives in such a positive way. He and I shared Environmental Science together, and I second what his teachers said about him talking alot! It was never intended to be rude or even self-centred, but really to make a relevant comment in class. His very distinct voice let every one know that he was around! He was quite a character!
My prayers and love are extended to the Ebanks' family, as they are experiencing the most loss right now! I can only imagine what you may be feeling, but I am happy to know that you are finding your comfort and strength in God, as only He can supply your needs. May God be with you and bless you during this time. With love, Teresa Edie (Teri) |
| Name: | Rachel Smyth |
| E-mail address: | rasmyth@CandW.ky |
| Comments: | What a terrible and sad loss this is. I've known Stephen ever since Kindergarden @ Catholic School. He was alwasy one of my little sparring partners. Always brought my lunch to me when I was not outside to meet my mother for lunch. It's sad that once he left to go to George Hicks in 6th grade, we grew so far apart. No matter what, when I saw him I said Hi asked how he was doing and so on. I can not imagine how the family is feeling, both myself and my family pass on great sympathy for his family. I do not understand why this has happened, and I'm sure I never will. I've lost many people in my life, and I will always wonder. The loss of Stephen has inspired me so much, he seemed to be so perfect and I believe he was. I'm positive that he has touched many lives and that is a wonderful thing. He will be greatly missed. R.I.P Stephen.
Love Always, Rach |
| Name: | !!UnKnown!! |
| E-mail address: | troublesum_357@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Boy word'z couldn't tell u how i feel, since i know ur not here, but there is a reason 4 everyting only the god lord above us know why. We shouldn't b sad because u left us but happy cause ur in the hands of the lords.
U r at a place were all of us would like 2 b but sum of else won't b able see. We weren't all that close but we were friends & i can't really say much about u but all i know ur were a good kid ur head was high all tha time didn't let anybody hold u down, tha good tha soul of young G. but like what it iz life goes on!! R.I.P- !!Tha Good Die Young!! 1luv |
| Name: | Cherril Parchment |
| E-mail address: | precious_angel1985@hotmail.com |
| Comments: |
Hey Stephen, I never knew you very well, but your death sure had an impacted on me!! I've heard so many wonderful things about you and your life has been an inspiration!! You were a very special person! I've learnt from your death that we really shouldn't take life for granted, it's such a precious thing! May you rest in peace!! Cherril |
| Name: | Julie Johnson |
| E-mail address: | juljohns@candw.ky |
| Comments: | Pastor Al & family,
We offer our sympathy to you and your family in this time of your lost and grief. May the Lord bless you and your family and give you the strength to carry on. Love, The Johnson Family |
| Name: | Wendylee Maragh |
| E-mail address: | cat_n_kitten0405@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | The first time I got to meet Stephen face to face was in year eleven when we had IT and English together. Apart from that I only saw him around school.
Stephen always had a way of making you smile even when you were in a bad mood. I remember this one time I made a white and blue keychain. Stephen saw it then asked if he could have it. I didn't want to at first because that was the first keychain I made that looked half decent but then how could I say no to Patchy. I gave it to him and it was on his bag ever since. When I first heard about the accident I prayed it was not him but I knew deep down it was true. over the next week I would catch myself looking to see him drive in school in his car "CHERRY BOMB" but I have to face the fact that I will never see him again. Stephen your are one in a million and you have blessed our lives with your presence and will continue to live in our hearts and memories. even though it will be a task to get by in life with just memories of you there is one thought that will get through and that is you are now home walking alongside God where you belong. I only wished that I had gotten the chance to know you better. You will be missed greatly Patchy Wendylee |
| Name: | Andres Ebanks |
| E-mail address: | andrea_ebanks@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I didn't know you, but over the past days I heard alot of good things about you, and I wish I had known you. My hearts go's out to the family. God Bless |
| Name: | Joel Rose |
| E-mail address: | caysparrow@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | When I think about Steven I think of a young man of God. When I heard about this tragedy, I was shaken and upset. After my brother gave me this news the next thing that came to mind and heart was a sense of peace knowing that Steven is now in heaven because I knew he gave his life to Christ.
I think back to early childhood memories of the trips to Miami with the Ebanks family for track and field with Miss Rockett and how fast little Steven was. I think back about the back yard football games during piano lessons at my house. The teams were Samuel, Joni and Steven vs. Pastor Al and myself. In later years Andrew would join playing too. Pastor Al called me his "star". I remember Nicholas Johnson calling Steven "Patch" those many years ago. Trisha would occasionally come out to play with us, but usually Samuel and I would look for her and tease her. Stephen really had a heart for God and really put him first in his life. I admired his desire to really be a man of God despite the many temptations around him. I have been praying for you all- Pastor Al, Ms. Kathy, Trisha, Joni, and Andrew. I love you all dearly and would like to say on the behalf of my family the deepest sympathies and at the same time rejoice that a saint has gone home. I admire your desire to seek God in this dark hour and to truly serve him despite doubts and even anger. I know that my mother has really been affected by his death as well as Matthew's because they were both special to her. I remember her saying on many occasion how Steven was her darling. That was the attitude many people had about him. Pastor Al and Sis. Kathy you can keep your heads high knowing that God gave you the ability to raise up a son that truly reflected the nature and kindness of Jesus. Yes he wasn't perfect, but his desire was to be Christ Like. Trisha, Joni, and Andrew may God give you the strength and courage to keep on living and not view God as unjust because of this circumstance. May he sustain your heart and allow you peace of mind and heart. May God truly bless you protect you and keep you! I love you all dearly and wished that I could have been there for the funeral. Love Always Joel |
| Name: | TRICIA BELL |
| E-mail address: | byrd0902@hotmail.com |
| Name: | Lisa Houben-Gould, Hector, Amy & Luc Gonzalez |
| E-mail address: | olifantje38@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | Pastor Al, Sis Kathy, Trisha, Joni & Andrew
I recall the days back in our Old church on Hospital Road, when I returned from Holland, Stephen was just a tot sitting on Pastor's lap, or he was leading pastor by the hand on walks during services, young and curious. You see Stephen was born the same time I left for Europe, so he was really new to me when I returned. When my brother Al called me to give me the news of the accident that night, I was so moved and I feel your sympathy, as we are still mourning the loss of our eldest sister. But with God on our side we are destined for comfort. As Pastor gave comfort to our family during our loss, he said these words to my parents "No one wants to have to bury their children." Pastor this has stayed with me ever since and has been refreshed even. Pastor Al & Sis Kathy, Patchy has touched so many lives during his 17 years here with us, It was a blessing, and he was heaven sent. God gave Stephen a project and he completed it immacuately and successfully. He is NOW reaping his reward in Heaven. GOD NEEDED AN ANGEL URGENTLY... ONLY STEVEN WOULD DO!!! May you be continually covered in/by his blood. You are all in our prayers. WE LOVE YOU ALL, GOD BLESS Lisa, Hector & Kids |
| Name: | Chris |
| E-mail address: | rock_n_roll_gangsta@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | yo' stephens family , im sorry, deeply sorry. Stephen i never knew you but im sorry you had to past away, you had a good future ahead of you. REST N PEACE. I love you all, God bless. |
| Name: | Sarah Hetley |
| E-mail address: | sefh_84@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen was a great guy, always knew the right time to say things, to make you feel better. He was a sweetheart to me since I first met him in Yr.4 and he continued to be a darling til Community College.....he will always be remembered in the hearts and minds of those that loved and cherished him. |
| Name: | Sarah Hetley |
| E-mail address: | sefh_84@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Dedicated to Stephen "Patchy" Ebanks
You brought us joy, All the day through. Life is precious, And so were you. You had a smile, Etched in your heart. A place for anyone Right from the start You always be kept Where we can find you Deep in our hearts Is where you'll stay Til Patchy dear we meet again. So smile down upon us, And in dear God we trust, That Patchy darling, You were God's gift to us!!! Love you always and forever.....never to let you go. The first time I saw you in Yr. 4 I asked what was wrong with your head, if you had fell and bumped it. And you looked at me with those beautiful eyes and laughed and told me no, it was your birth mark. And I never believed you until you said, ask my dad, so I did and it turned out you were right! Remember all the fun times we had? Down at Dan Dan's house, playing on the trampoline and teasing Kanessa? Riding bikes down Snug Harbour until Danielle's dad came and told us it was time to come in? And the time you and Dominic and Mikey and the rest came and scared me and Dan Dan, when we went to feed her dog? Ahhhh... Patchy those were the days. What's it like up there? Is it nice and peaceful like they say it's supposed to be? Well I know one day I'll see you again, but until then I guess I can remember you in memory and in my dreams huh? Don't laugh.....you know it's true!!! I know you're Mom and Dad and Sisters and Brothers are going through this tough time, but help them to cope and to get throught it and that the good Lord above knows all and best. So see ya when I see ya huh? Love ya lotz and miss ya loads. -Sarah |
| Name: | Marcia McCarthy |
| E-mail address: | marcia_zetty@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stevie, you were such a blessing to me. You were my counselor and my best friend. Although you are gone, we know you are in a better place doing all the fun things you like to do. I'm sure those angels are enjoying your humor. I will always love you.
Marcia |
| Name: | Erik Powell |
| E-mail address: | caymandapa@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | hope u havin fun in heaven my yout wished u never had to go so soon but since ur g one i will never forget u peace and nuff love my boy later for now. |
| Name: | K |
| E-mail address: | toocute0975@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | May God's blessings come upon the family and they will draw closer to him. |
| Name: | Tommy Cowan, Glory Music & the entire Cowan family |
| E-mail address: | tcowan@cwjamaica.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.glorymusic.com |
| Comments: | We send our condolences to the Ebanks family in this your time of breavement.
We too have been through the pain of losing family members so wonderful and so close to us in sudden instances and we just want you to know that yes it hurts, and yes it feels as though the sun shouldn't be shining. However God does heal the heart of the pain and the sun does seem to feel warm on your face again. Be still and know that God is God and He is in control of all things, persons, circumstances and situations. He will take care of you and He will heal you. Just allow Him heal you and soothe you at this point in your lives. Be Blessed, Tommy Cowan, Carlene Davis, The Cowan Family & The Staff of Glory Music Ltd. Jamaica |
| Name: | Kamala Murugesu |
| E-mail address: | the_1_everyone_loves@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen was someone who was full of joy, happiness and laughter. He was one of those few people which you could really depend on. I envy many of the things he did and could do.
Patchy I'm talking to you now. If you were here and saw me feeling so much pain like this I know for sure you would come and comfort me. That's what I liked about you so much. I don't know how you managed to round up such a big group of friends. There are alot of people down here who love u and will never forget you including me. I remember cleary the last time I saw you. It was the friday right before this tragedy. We were siting in Thea mommy car telling joke and having a pile of fun with Thea and Andrew too. I'll always remember that "Nice 'n' Fluffy Fabric softner" too!! I'll never forget you and you know it too. It's not over yet. We all know it. Patchy, always remember me. You're in a better place now. I'll see you soon in heaven. Love you always Kamala |
| Name: | Joy Grant |
| E-mail address: | igrantdjoy@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | JESUS alone understands why.Let us continue to trust Him and look towards His blessed hope when we will see Stephen on that glorious morn.
I do wish for you all GOD'S continued blessing. Joy Grant(relative of Amy Gould) |
| Name: | Debi Naused |
| E-mail address: | dnaused@dellepro.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://pet-mag@adelphia.com |
| Comments: | Stephen was such a personable young man. Kathy, AL, Trisha, Joni and Andrew, I'm so sorry for your loss. You have wonderful memories though, of Stephen, that you can honor forever.
Love, your cousin, Debi |
| Name: | Michella Powell |
| E-mail address: | lil_stuart_00@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | In my heart i do not believe that you are gone, when i found out about what had happened to you i could not say a word, up to this very moment i really feel that you are still here. It is not one night that i can fall asleep without you entering my mind. The last thing i remember was you entering the school gates at the Community College, driving in as slow as possible to make sure for those that were looking, had a good look at your car, all i could do was laugh and say to those peeps that were out there with me ' O NO, LOOK OUT IT'S THE CHERRY BOMB' well it hurts to know that i can't say that no more, you and i were pretty good friends from like about G.H.H.S til' the day God took you away, well no matter how sorry i am that you are gone, i am still happy that you are now in a better place, THINKING and REMEMBERING YOU ALWAYS, Shella. |
| Name: | Adrian Morgan a.k.a Stubby |
| E-mail address: | gambler6@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Boy P the gamblaz loved you and we will miss u 4
for life gamblaz |
| Name: | Bryna |
| E-mail address: | blue_xtz@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | i never knew u, i must admit, i live in Tampa, FL now and even over here i heard the news that Stephen Ebanks died. and i was like "who ?"...then that person said "Patchy...the guy wit the black patch in his hair!!!", it seems if someone didn't know ur name they knew by that...alone...i spoke to u once in J.G.H.S. i don't even remember what about but i knew it had a yes or no answer...u were an aight guy even from 1st glance...like i said i didn't know u, but i knew who u were.
R.I.P. |
| Name: | Shyvon Hydes |
| E-mail address: | vonnie_4000@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | You can cry because he's gone or can remember all the good memories he left and how much lives he touched by everything he did but just remember one thing do what you think Stephen would want you to do to make him proud. I'm sure we all know tha he is looking down on us and protecting us. |
| Name: | James Allred |
| E-mail address: | jaallred@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I can still picture you sat Stephen, third desk back in the centre row every maths lesson. I still have trouble thinking you are gone. At least you are in a far, far better place. Asking "why?" serves no purpose. I simply thank God for blessing me with your life in mine, your energy, your vitality, your humour.
May you rest in peace Stephen, safe and secure in the loving arms of Our Blessed Lord Jesus. Mr Allred 21/12/02 |
| Name: | Pauline Bolton |
| E-mail address: | paulinabolton@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | To: Pastor Al, Kathy, Trisha, Joni, Andrew and The Bodden's Family
My deepest sympathy in this your time of bereavement. Please remember that my thoughts and prayers will always be with you all. Love always Pauline |
| Name: | Tamika Bolton |
| E-mail address: | Tkereme@aol.com |
| Comments: | When my mom (Pauline) told me what happened my heart broke for you all. My condolescences to you all in this hard time. Please remember God loves your family and stephen very much. |
| Name: | Delia |
| E-mail address: | bjuice@juno.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.Deliamusic.com |
| Comments: | As one tries to capture the right wording to express the sorrow that we all feel of such a loss, I could not help to go into the thought process of the precise time I met Stephen and times shared. I thank God for Pastor Al & Kathy for bringing me into Cayman to minister in their church, for it was through this invitation that brought about the pleasure of meeting Stephen and connected my heart to the whole Ebanks Family. Meeting Stephen brought about an immediate connection of the hearts. We began with a joke that rolled into a comeback, then another joke and “ribbing” and into another joke and comeback, until all Pastor Al could say was, “you met your match” . Adrianne and I would constantly tease him and oh, how we laughed! To pick him up from school was the best! What a treat! “Even dogs like bones” and in preventing from offending anyone, I’ll just say, it was a private joke! The dog joke continued on endlessly throughout our conversations. I will treasure the photo he sent embracing a dog statue. My introduction to Stephen dressed in an all white uniform, I couldn’t help but ask him if he was in school to be a doctor. Unbeknown to me, it was his school uniform (they don‘t use that color for school in NY). I thought the patch on his head was a new fashion statement. What did I know? Truth be known, he was a doctor, for his conversation brought about healing with the gift of laughter. And the patch…., that is now obvious, A Halo, for he was an Angel that still brings about a smile to our faces and comforts us with thoughts of him even in the midst of grief, just at the thought of the things he said and did. I experienced one of the most memorable moments of my life with him and the Ebanks family…. Snorkeling! Something I never thought I could be able to do, being a paraplegic. Ah! And I can never forget, singing before his school mates and sharing of why I was “bound“ to a wheelchair, due to a car accident on Christmas Day. I remember the remarks he brought back home from his school mates. May the words that “Strength & Peace is only found in Jesus” be what they remember and they too, find that strength. For it was Stephen who wanted me to share it with them with a l-o-n-g and loud note, as he would time the notes, of course!
I remember the time I would push my wheelchair in the Cayman hot weather, in order to get my exercise. Stephen would ride his bike by my side, shouting to me “Push! Push! Push! You could Make it! No Pain! No Gain! Oh how he loved to tease me. He mastered my wheelchair better than I. Adrianne worded expressions so beautifully, when quoting Hebrews 11. Allow me to add this from the same scripture, if I may, 39“These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised. 40 God had planned something better for us so that only together with us would they be made perfect. 12:1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us”. Yes, short as it may have been, Stephen has run the race, but his baton hasn’t fallen to the ground. For the race is still set before us to continue. It is only together with us, that Stephen’s dream and promises can be made perfect. We are now surrounded by such a great cloud of Angels, Stephen now being added to those, and as he is cheering us on, to continue running the race now set out for each of us, I can hear him saying “throw off everything that hinders, don’t let anything stop you and “Push! Push! Push! You can make it”! For only together with us pushing and going forward, would he be made perfect! Stephen will be missed dearly. At a time like this, it bears repeating; we need to push through it, in order to get through it, even when we don‘t feel like it. Be comforted and strengthened to push through the grieving process. Pastor Al, Kathy, Trish, Joni & Andrew, may you not only feel Christ among You all, but also see Christ in your midst, and hear Stephen shouting, “Push! Push! Push! You can make it!” One may think that it doesn’t help it any being the Christmas season. No time would have been a perfect time for such a loss. And in many ways, that may be true with the wrong timing, but in the REAL way, it is a help, for Christmas is about Emmanuel, God with US! And He will bring you through. You have felt all of us who love you dearly, from the North, South, East & West come together sharing our hearts and prayers with you. Our prayers and hearts have not stopped beating. We are gathered in prayer for continued strength to be bestowed upon you, your family, friends and church! Please know that although it was not possible for me to be there in person, my prayerful heart is with you. I Love You! Love Delia |
| Name: | Bonnie Murugesu |
| E-mail address: | klang@candw.ky |
| Comments: | Stephen's life was greatly blessed. He touched many lives in his short time with us. He will be deeply missed. My sympathy and thoughts are with his family. |
| Name: | Eddie Dalcour |
| E-mail address: | edward@christiandefense.org |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.christiandefense.org |
| Comments: | To Pastor Al and family. I spent some time with Stephen, what a great God anointed young man. Sometimes are little minds cannot understand God’s sovereignty, but we know without any doubt that God is God of all things that happen. Nothing happens by chance or by accident, but God orchestrates ALL THINGS for a higher good. Ephesians 1:11 says that God operates (energountos) all things (ta panta) after the counsel of His Will. Stephen is enjoying his new life with Christ now. What a wonderful thing to be absent from the body and (immediately) in the presence with the Creator Himself the, Lord Jesus Christ.
Love your friend. Eddie |
| Name: | Joni Ebanks |
| E-mail address: | Joni.Ebanks@ky.eyi.com |
| Comments: | Hey Lil Bro,
Well its Christmas Day and feeling empty without you here, but what can we do but go on the memories we have of you. Enjoy Christmas up there while we try our best without you here. Luv u always. Joni |
| Name: | Kimberley Smith |
| E-mail address: | cute_kisses_15@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | there is so much to say and so i can't put it into words R.I.P "PATCHY".
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| Name: | Grannie Mary |
| E-mail address: | fefe@candw.ky |
| Homepage URL: | http://stephenjaredebanks.com |
| Comments: | The memories I have are few but very precious. Throughout your childhood years I lived overseas, but I will always remember special moments I shared with you. I first remember you at about three years old standing in front of the platform at the church on Hospital Road facing the congregation, shaking the tambourine, dancing and singing every word from memory. A few years later when I was visiting, you had a small cut and I told you that you needed to put something on it. You're answer to me was "I'm not gonna put anything on it because my dad never puts anything on his cuts, and I want to be just like my dad." You always made me smile with things you would say.
Over the years you grew into a very loving and handsome young man. After I moved back to Cayman we saw more of each other and you always had a smile and a hug for me. You always greeted me with "Hi Grannie Mary, I Love You." At your graduation you left your line and met me at the car, took my arm and said "I can't go in yet but I'll walk you to the door." As you let my arm ago you gave me a kiss and said "I Love You." Another day I was waiting outside for Freda to park the car, and when you came out of the church and saw me standing there you said, "Grannie Mary what are you doing standing there?" when I answered you. You said, "no need to wait for her I'll take you inside." You loving took my arm tucked it into yours and we went into the church. I have heard it said that when you lose a loved one it leaves an empty place in the heart, but the place in my heart that holds you dear is filled to overflowing with love and thankfulness to God for your beautiful life, and loving memories I have of you. You were only lent to us for such a short time. But, for as long as I have a mind I will keep seeing your loving smile. Now, when I think of you, I think of you in the presence of your heavenly father and your redeemer Jesus Christ, and so I live with the hope that one day we will be together around the throne of God, but until then I'll hold you in my heart and love you, my wonderful loving and sweet Grandson. Missing You. Grannie Mary |
| Name: | Aunt Fe Fe |
| E-mail address: | fefe@candw.ky |
| Comments: | Stevie B, you will always hold a special place in our hearts. Stephen you had the kind of personality that touched the lives of many people. You always knew just how to bring about a smile.
Stephen you were truly a blessing to the family, the church and the whole Community. We will always remember and be encouraged of you’re willingness to be used by God. I can remember when you were a little boy hearing these words spoken about you “Stephen was marked for God” (that famous patch). You might be gone from our presence but you are still in our minds and hearts. Missing you more than words could ever say. Luv Always, Aunt Fe Fe, Rodney and Derrick |
| Name: | Sonya Hydes |
| E-mail address: | sonya2much2handle@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | How do I find the right words to say? Oh, how I've struggled to find them only to realize that there are none. I know that I wasn't around for most of your life, but like Granny Mary, I too have wonderful memories of you to always cherish. You will always be that little 3 year old boy who laid hands on me and prayed when I was sick. You were truly a special young man, a gift of God, an angel on Earth. The joy of the Lord seemed to radiate from you and I know even now you are basking in the joy of Heaven. I've shed so many tears for you because the world seems like a different place now that you're gone. But through my faith in God, I know that you are not only in my past, but you are also in my future. I will see you again and we will rejoice together. Until that day, know that you will always be in my heart. Stephen, my precious cousin, I will love you for all of eternity. |
| Name: | johanna, cassie, |
| E-mail address: | angelgurl_123000@hotmail.com, babe_278@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | im really sorry about ur death we dont know u but we heard from a frien |
| Name: | Bev |
| E-mail address: | bjsinclair@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
I miss you so much. Words cannot express the sorrow I feel. I wonder if church will ever be the same without you. I look down at where you used to sit during service and a spirit of such heaviness comes over me. I'm trying to get past it and I know in time, I'll be able to worship again but it's so hard. Your death has changed me in ways that I will never be able to explain. I feel like some of the light that was Agape has gone out, and I wonder if we, as a church, will ever be able to recover. Yet I also feel a fire starting to burn within me again, a flame that hasn't been lit for a long time. I feel a sense of urgency for the youth of this island and I know Pastor Al, Joni and Lena feel it too. I know you had a vision for our youth group and with God's help, we're going to see that vision come to fruition. I wish that it didn't have to take your death for some of us to get off our lazy butts and start doing kingdom business again but I thank God for what He's doing in the hearts of the youth in our church and in my life. Pastor Al, Miss Kathy, Trisha, Joni, Andrew and Marcia: I love you guys so much; I know I don't say it often but I do. All of you are a permanent fixture in my life; I don't remember a time when you all weren't there. I just want you all to know that I'm praying for you and after all the crowds have stopped coming around to the house, and all the phone calls stop pouring in, we (your faithful Agape-ites)are still praying for you guys! You all are never far from my thoughts and prayers and every time I think of any of you, I lift the family up! I am so inspired by the way in which you all have handled this tragedy but I didn't expect any less from this amazing family. Pastor Al, you have had to live what you preached and you are doing a tremendous job, by God's grace. I'm so proud to be a part of the Agape family and just to be a sheep in the flock over which The Great Shepherd, Jesus, has given you responsibility. Miss Kathy, I am praying for you especially. Your quiet grace and dignity throughout all of this has moved me beyond words but I know no one can understand what a mother feels at the loss of her child, except one who has been through it herself. I will continue to undergird you with prayer. Throughout this whole ordeal, I have held on to this simple phrase: "God is as good when He closes a door as He is when He opens one". These words were spoken by one of the wisest men I've ever known, my Pastor, Al Ebanks. I hope those words bring you all the same comfort. Love you all! God Bless! |
| Name: | Josh Echenique |
| E-mail address: | joshechenique@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Patchy you will be missed by all R.I.P |
| Name: | Renee Caudeiron |
| E-mail address: | r_caudeiron@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Its taken me so long to write this because I just don't know where to start. I met you in Year 1 and you became one of my closest friends in primary school. I'll always cherish the memories I have of you, and remember you as someone so full of life, happiness and willing to share all that you were with everyone. I'm so sad that you're gone, but I know that you're in heaven now.
Love always, Renee |
| Name: | Ronn & Rebecca Jones |
| E-mail address: | RJonesMinistry@aol.com |
| Comments: | Dear Brother & Sister Ebanks:
Little did I realize when I was ministering at your church a few weeks ago that I would be praying for God's special peace to surround you, your family and your church during this most difficult time. The only consolation we have is Heaven! Stephen is there with those who have gone on before. He's worshipping and praising our Lord! Won't be long and you'll be reunited again! Our mutual friend, Autry Foster sent me an email of Stephen's homegoing! We wept with you! Thank God for his peace that passes all understanding! If there is anything that we can do, PLEASE don't hesitate to contact us! I pray the Lord will open the door for me to come back again and minister at your church. Blessings, Ronn & Rebecca Jones PO Box 13329 Hamilton, OH 45013-0329 Home: (513) 860-4237 |
| Name: | steven mclaughlin |
| E-mail address: | dropitlikeitshot2002@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | wow!! it took me this long befor i could come on this site and say somthing) where do i start i knew steve a long time now from the time he was about 10' we became friends by going to the same school and playing b,ball after school any way one day i had seen the patch in his head and out of the blue i call'd out patchey every one look ed around and smiled he did'ent like it but soon after haveing it called to him day after day it kind of stock to him. The years went by and we keep up as friends even when he went over to high school, Then just like the other day i saw him in his new car and ask myself where have i been that patchey now has a bad ride like that, not even 4' day's later i was on duty at the G/T ambulance when i got a call for a car that over turned and one person pin inside it took me 6min to get to him when i did the first thing to come out of my mouth was oh on not patch!! not patch!! i went into the crush car and want'ed him to call my name so bad just to know that he was ok but it did not happen he did not move he did not look up at me with that funny smile i have seen so maney times befor my friend steve gone no it can't be. it took what seam for ever to get him out got him in the ambulance where i work'ed so hard to see him live all the time going in and out my head was he is one of the friends that should come to my grave not me to his we worked for a long time on him in at G.T.H. but god saw it fit to take him home when he was gone i went back into the room and prayed with him and ask'ed my dad to look out for him just like i had from the time he was only 10'
STEPHEN NO ONE WILL MISS YOU MORE THEN ME YOU WILL ALWAYS BE ALIVE IN MY HEART I NEVER KNEW A NAME I GAVE YOU WOULD HAVE TOOK YOU SO FAR IN LIFE ONE DAY I WILL SEE YOU SOON!! STEVEN MCLAUGHLIN |
| Name: | Boris Brady |
| E-mail address: | Neptino@hotmail.com |
| Name: | TRICIA BELL |
| E-mail address: | byrd0902@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen, What can I say about a person so special!
Truly unique. An individual that I will never forget. You never realise how much you appreciate and love a person until they are taken from you. Being around the family for such a long time he became a friend and in many ways he was like the little brother that i never had. I have so many memories of him that i will keep in my heart. Anytime I think about him all I do is smile.In my heart i know that he is gone but i just keep on hoping that one day i'll wake up from this dream and see him coming down the stairs in his boxers walking on his toes with his ear glued to the phone. His death has definetly inspired me in may ways. It has opened my eyes to the world around me and made me realise that life is short and now is to the time to make things right in my life. He was such a strong person and never made the influences of his peers pressure him into any wrong doing. I will truly miss him and will always remember the days that i was blessed with his presence. Those days will never be forgotten. Stephen, R.I.P and see you when I get there. Tricia Bell |
| Name: | Sandy Myles |
| E-mail address: | sandy2micheal@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I'll miss u |
| Name: | Dena Ebanks |
| E-mail address: | ebanks-d@candw.ky |
| Comments: | Well, when something as sudden and intense as this happens; words cannot express what I feel or possibly trying to comfort the family.Stephen was a special person that I only had recently started to get to know but I hold close the special moments that 'the pooltable crew' shared. After his death; something changed inside of me... that I cannot explain... but I think that it has caused me to have a closer connection with God and to appreciated and look forward to his many blessings. Stephen; you may not be phsyically here but spirtually you are all among us who mourn and think about you always. God bless. -Dena- |
| Name: | Deri Hill (Deri Beri) |
| E-mail address: | cashdragon20@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Patch Master Flex, i still can't belive your gone. every night i sit in my room praying that one day that God will allow you to grace me with your presence. Stephen i can never forget you. you were my big brother. anything and everything in my life you were involved in. from homework to family to my social life and nothing will ever be the same. I can remember you from time i was very young we were never apart for long. Between you your brother andrew and myself we were unseprable. its really hard knowing that your best friend is gone. i know ur not really gone but you are physically. i hate not being able 2 look 2 my right in church and see that little smirk and then my phone would vibrate that was you text messaging me. we had long coversations with out even speaking, all we had 2 do was see eachother and that was it, yes the famous non-stop laughter. we had so many good times such as New York, Christmas Plays, Dancing, trick or tricking and just being around eachother. i will never forget the night you made me promise you in front of EVERYONE that i would take u 2 my prom i thought it was funny but u were really serious and i am really sad because you wont be here 2 share that wonderful moment with me but i know that God had better plans for you and i hope that you are fulfilling them at this very moment.I just want you to know how much you are missed and loved. no words can express how much we miss you patch. i will always remember what i used to say to you and you loved it "fail to prepare, prepare to fail" you would always laugh when i said it but i meant it. i regret not taking you serious that night at the Carlene Davis concert when you told me that i needed to accept the Lord, i walked away laughing and you seemed upset and i am so sorry that i didnt listen to you but now i know that is my main mission in life is to accept him so that one day i will see you again and hopefully i will cuz i miss you patch. i love you patchy and ill never forget you. you will always be in my heart love always
Deri Beri |
| Name: | Martina Bodden |
| E-mail address: | sweetheart_tina@hotmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://stehen_ebanks.tripod.com |
| Comments: | We will all see Stephen again someday, if we give our lives to the Lord.May god be with the Ebanks Family through thier hard time. |
| Name: | Martina Bodden |
| E-mail address: | sweetheart_tina@hotmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://stehen_ebanks.tripod.com |
| Comments: | stephen,I/we all know that the all mighty GOD will brill you back to us all.If not, see u soon.
P.S Make sure too save me a space. |
| Name: | Martina Bodden |
| E-mail address: | sweetheart_tina@hotmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://stehen_ebanks.tripod.com |
| Comments: | stephen,I/we all know that the all mighty GOD will brill you back to us all.If not, see u soon.
P.S Make sure too save me a space. |
| Name: | Grace Gealey |
| E-mail address: | GraceGealey@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
Yea, I know. You can't believe it's me. I knew you for over 11 years and I remember we started dating for like a few months when were were like, 11. It was the funniest thing. We had so much fun together, you, me, Rosanna, Chris, Simeon, McKinley, Sharmaine. Man. Those were the days. I would hardly even see you when I was in Cayman anyway. But whenever I did, we had that eye thing going on. Your look would say: "Hey." My look would say: "Hey, Bigface!" lol and we would laugh - a silent giggle and then we didn't have to say a word to each other for the rest of the time that we were in church. I came one day too late. I was one day too late. But when I see you again, I'll know the time will be just right. I'll be sitting down eating my cookies 'n' cream ice cream (cuz you know I'm always eating) and I'll look up and see you smiling at me with that look on your face. Until then, Bigface; Hey. With all of our memories, Gracie. |
| Name: | Grace Gealey |
| E-mail address: | GraceGealey@hotmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://stephen.tripod.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
Yea, I know. You can't believe it's me. I knew you for over 11 years and I remember we started dating for like a few months when were were like, 11. It was the funniest thing. We had so much fun together, you, me, Rosanna, Chris, Simeon, McKinley, Sharmaine. Man. Those were the days. I would hardly even see you when I was in Cayman anyway. But whenever I did, we had that eye thing going on. Your look would say: "Hey." My look would say: "Hey, Bigface!" lol and we would laugh - a silent giggle and then we didn't have to say a word to each other for the rest of the time that we were in church. I came one day too late. I was one day too late. But when I see you again, I'll know the time will be just right. I'll be sitting down eating my cookies 'n' cream ice cream (cuz you know I'm always eating) and I'll look up and see you smiling at me with that look on your face. Until then, Bigface; Hey. With all of our memories, Gracie. |
| Name: | Daniella McGowan |
| E-mail address: | chickelet87@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen you were a remarkable person that will always be remembered and deeply missed. I will never forget the kind and good advice you gave to me when different situations arose whether I asked for it or not you always told me what you thought was best. I guess God truly was missing an angel- that's why he took you home.
Love, Daniella |
| Name: | Joni Ebanks |
| E-mail address: | shorty1820@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Hey Stevie,
Boy I miss you.. so many things have begun to happen since you left us. I know you must have been so proud and happy yesterday to see those 40 people get baptised, especially Papa and Irka, along with so many young people, it was amazing, I just hope they take this step seriously. Some great things have began to happen at youth meeting too, I just wish you were here in person to enjoy them with us. Anyway keep nagging God for me that he will help us to reach out to these young people and touch the lives of many more. Today is dad's birthday too and I know he's sad cuz your not here to celebrate it with him, so ask God to bring some peace and happiness to him as well. Luv ya & missin u like crazy!! |
| Name: | Dane Ramoon |
| E-mail address: | daneramoon15@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | i miss u so much now it's not funny man i wak up at night and i seem to be thinking about u i don't tell no one because i don't want them to worry u was a very good friend to me stephen and i love u for that one love |
| Name: | Kerisha |
| E-mail address: | hatsteppa@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | It's been 1 month 19 days since you've been away and i'm still hoping that your going to come back and take all this grief away from every body. Even though my longest conversations with you were on the phone, i could still tell the type of person you were;a caring,sensitive and loving boy. You are greatly missed now more than ever and i know one day we will all reunite in that wonderful place. Love Always,
Reddie |
| Name: | Tracy Ross |
| E-mail address: | tracygcm@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
I am missin you alot, I still cant beleive it happened. Youth Group is not the same with out you, you were our little comedian you always found a way to make every one laugh even when they were down. I remember everytime you saw me and I was down you use to come and talk to me and help me sovle the problem without doing anything stupid. You were one of the people I listened to all the time and I want to thank you for everytime you helped me. I remember that friday before you died we were at youth group and you came and told me I am not going to get any sleep for the weekend because of the baby from child development and it was true, it keeped me up all day n night :). But anyways just signing this book to tell you how much I love you and miss you! I just wish you can come back to us. Love Always Tracy R.I.P Patchy |
| Name: | Jonina Swanson |
| E-mail address: | gracie_girl28@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Words cannot explain the solemn looks on the faces at the Community College once word of your accident and passing had gotten around. The entire campus felt a void, unexplainable, unspeakable emptiness that sent chills throughout the faculty and the students. No one said or did anything, but sit on the benches waiting for your candied-apple red car and that infectious grin of yours to pop up around the corner.
I knew you when you were younger, your sister Joni and I used to hang out when we were little. I remember jumping on your trampoline with her when suddenly she disappeared then just as quickly reappeared and sent me flying into the air. Scared me half to death, but Joni had the biggest thrill from it. I also remember you this last year in our Sociology class, fond memories we all cherish. The favorite of most people is that hat, in which you became our own personal elf. Before you entered the classroom, all was quiet. But once you even opened the door, ALL was changed! You undoubtedly light up the room! God knew what he was doing when he sent you to Pastor Al and Mrs. Kathy. He knew what kind of blessing you would be to your family, your church, your community and your country on a whole. God still knows what he is doing, even though we cannot see the reasons behind His actions, but that is why He is God and we arent. For those of us left here to remember Stephen, even though this is easier said than done, just have faith in God and let Him guide you. Stephen did... |
| Name: | Dwight |
| E-mail address: | dwightall42hotmail.com |
| Comments: | PRAYED FOR THE FAMILY TODAY, THINKING OF YOU ..... |
| Name: | Brenda Naused |
| E-mail address: | petmag@adelphia.net |
| Comments: |
TO ALL PARENTS By Edgar Guest “I’ll lend you for a little time a child of mine” He said, “For you to love the while he lives and mourn for when he’s dead.” “It may be six or seven years, or twenty two or three, But will you, till I call him back, take care of him for me?” “He’ll bring his charms to gladden you, and shall his stay be brief, You’ll have his lovely memories as solace for your grief.” “I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return, But there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn.” “I’ve looked the wide world over in my search for teachers true, And from the throngs that crowd life’s lanes, I have selected you.” “Now will you give him all your love, nor think the labor vain, Nor hate me when I come to call to take him back again?” I fancied that I heard them say, “Dear Lord thy will be done!” “For all the joy the child shall bring, the risk of grief we’ll run.” “We’ll shelter him with tenderness, we’ll love him while we may. “And for the happiness we’ve known, forever grateful stay”. “But shall the angels call for him much sooner than we’ve planned”, “We’ll brave the bitter grief that comes, and try to understand.” |
| Name: | Deri Hill (Deri Beri) |
| E-mail address: | cashdragon20@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Wuz Up Boo?
i just checked in to tell you how much i love and miss u. its hard not having ur best friend here most of all not havin you as my best friend here i love and adore you and i hope and wish that you are watchin over me as i talk 2 you now. things have never and will never be the same. yesterday i got mad and i hated the world because u werent here. i then looked up an asked you to show me that you were watchin over me as i looked up and looked back down i saw a rainbow as a symbol that u were indeed watching over me. you are a rainbow cuz they very rarely come along and they are beautiful. and people like urself very rarely came along and u were and will always be beautiful. Best Friends 4 Life $nug Crew 4 Eva love alwayz, Deri Beri |
| Name: | Kim |
| Name: | Sharisse Devot |
| E-mail address: | babiedoll678@hotmail.com |
| Comments: |
Stephen, I never knew you at all. i only moved down here a couple of months before your tragic death. But, i feel like and wish that i had known you. i have heard so many great things about you. a couple of my friends have had it hard since you left us. you were such a blessin to everyone who knew you. you truly blessed me. i only hope that god can bring strength to everyone that lost you. we miss you alot and we know that you are lookin down on us and takin care of us. we are all down here missin you like CRAZY!!!! my love to you and take care! Sharisse |
| Name: | Courtney Mctaggart |
| E-mail address: | littlestangel89@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen.
I never really new you well enough to call you my friend, but now i wish i had the privilage to be one of your friends, or someone who occasionaly got to talk to you on the phone, or even hang out with you. Whenever i saw you at church you always seemed to be smiling and happy, you shared your talent of being able to play the drums with many people and im sure you brightened their day everytime you did, even though many if not all of us would do anything to have you back its clear to see why you are in heaven, you are and always have been an angel and only God would want someone as sweet, kind, and loving as you to be close to him. R.I.P Patchy Love Courtney |
| Name: | Maggie Ebanks |
| E-mail address: | Magdalena_Ebanks@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Hi stephen,
The first time that i met you i knew that you had special gift from god the father up above. Although we weren't that close i still miss you and i always will. I know that you are in Heaven lookin down on all of us. i will never 4 get you and all the things that you showed and taught me. luv ya fa life, Maggie |
| Name: | Jordana Ebanks |
| E-mail address: | life_is_good_001@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | R.I.P. Stephen from your your one and only true friend Jordana Ebanks
Love you Forever |
| Name: | Yasine Gray |
| E-mail address: | yasine_d@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | I've come to this page so often in the last two months and have never been able to write exactly how I feel, partly because I still can't belive that you're gone. Even now the tears threaten to overwhelm me. I know that I wasn't as close to you as alot of people were, but that doesn't make your passing any easier to bear. Now that you're not around, memories of all the times I've spent around you come flooding back to me and what stand out the most is your ability to always make people laugh and of the numerous times you have brought a smile to my face. I too miss you very much Stephen, and I pray that Jesus will continue to keep you in his arms until we all meet again.
Pastor Al, Ms. Kathy, Andrew, Joni and Trish my continual prayer for you is that Jesus will continue to give you the strength deal with your loss. I love you all very much. You're always in my prayers, Yasine |
| Name: | Kristina Montemayor |
| E-mail address: | kmanchubbsta@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
When i first met u it was my first day of John Gray!the very first time i saw u.u and i shared somethin so special no one could ever fill that spot in my heart.we had some great memories in school, on the phone practiacally anywhere.every mornin when i got to school u would come and giv me one of the biggest hugs to say mornin!that was our special mornin to each other.i will never forget the precious times we had with each other.i wish i had the chance to tell u good bye and tell u i love u 'always and forever.' I know u r in a better place with our heavenly father!i hope to see u there one day and give u that big hug i miss so much!'YOU' are in my prayers and thoughts everyday.never to forget! u r my Angel!THINKIN OF YOU! Love Always Krissy I MISS U SO MUCH!!! |
| Name: | Kim Thompson |
| E-mail address: | caymanian_ |
| Name: | Jorge Swaby |
| E-mail address: | hooplove@hotmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://wwww.nba.com |
| Comments: | we will all miss you men. luv |
| Name: | Joni |
| E-mail address: | shorty1820@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Waz up big head???? I can't believe today is five months since you've been gone. All of this is still uncomprehendible but I guess the Big Guy knows y... I just wish He would explain it to me. Even though everyday that goes by is further from the last day I saw you, your memory has not faded at all, for you will forever live on in my heart.
I luv u big guy...ALWAYS & FOREVER |
| Name: | Zach Wilson |
| E-mail address: | zachwil_92@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | How r u doin' |
| Name: | Onassia |
| E-mail address: | princessb_@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen you have been gone very long. I want you to know that you are still missed and the Youth group isn't as live. |
| Name: | Deri Beri |
| E-mail address: | cashdragon20@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | O boy what to say to my big bro,
the days are adding up since i havent seen you and its becoming a very long time. i was just thinking about all the long LONG conversations we would have on phone and all the times Trisha would pick up and say "Stephen you still on the phone i need to use it!!!!!!!" and when she would hang up u would mock her. i remember laughing to the point where i had tears in my eyes and i would say only you stephen. one of the most memorable times wuz when we were on the phone for 41/2or wuz it 6 (dont remember) hrs and my line crossed with some guy who wuz calling jamaica (cant remember how) and all of a sudden we heard "junior u fa hear something pon di background" and we cracked up for months about it. all the little things are just little pieces of all the good times we had. ill never forget the one nite when went to the movies and the this guy asked who i wuz n u said "thats my best friend" n he wuz like o u have a girl as ur best friend good things can come out of that. and you said "man u sick boy, thats my best friend n i would never do anything to hurt her in any way" and you walked of and you were very mad. ill never forget that. you changed my life and ill never forget you. thanx for being my best friend and for being there when i needed you. i miss you so much i long to see you again. i love u and i hope you are watching over me. p.s. i hope you havent taking over heaven cuz i can hear you now "yo jus kool na God i jus wanna test the seat i won't be to long" lol later Patchy $nug Crew love alwayz, the Crews First Lady (Deri Beri) |
| Name: | Jim and Lee Reynolds |
| E-mail address: | reynoldsj@maint.dade.k12.fl.us |
| Comments: | Our LOve and Prayers will always be with your family. Then one day when we all get to Heaven ,and we all see Jesus, what a day of rejoicing that will be.. We will look forward to seeing you and all those dear loved who have gone on before. Love and Prayers. |
| Name: | Jim and Lee Reynolds |
| E-mail address: | reynoldsj@maint.dade.k12.fl.us |
| Comments: | Our LOve and Prayers will always be with your family. Then one day when we all get to Heaven ,and we all see Jesus, what a day of rejoicing that will be.. We will look forward to seeing you and all those dear loved who have gone on before. Love and Prayers. |
| Name: | Samuel Smith |
| E-mail address: | panman013@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I got to know Stephen real good in my last year of school he was in my IT class. He was one of my good friends.
Stephen helped me though the rough time when my bother died. he told me too remmber the good time that I had with my bother, and that really helped. I will never forget him for that. So when he died I didn't belive it, but I remmbered what he told me and with Stephen there was nothing but good too remmber. Stephen you will be miss, but you will live on in my memories for ever. R.I.P A true friend!!!! |
| Name: | Tracy Ross |
| E-mail address: | tracygcm@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Hey u waz up? Just sayin hi, miss u alot. Its now 6 long months since u died and 6 months since i had seen ur face or heard ur voice. The year is goin fast n for me n hard. I have exams. Well at school when i go by where we use to hang i can picture u comin to slap me n say hi. 1 boy scared me the other day cause by the music room he came out the door and he look just like u and i thought it was u. I wish it was. Well hope that the big guy up there takes VERY GOOD CARE of u and i am sure he will.
Well take care hun LOVE ya Always Tracy |
| Name: | Marzeta |
| E-mail address: | msb25@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
It has been 6 whole months since you went to be with God and it seems like 6 lifetimes... Last night, your family, Irka, Ms. Rachel-Ann, the Ibehs, Joanna and I came to visit you. Maybe because we were trying so hard to be strong most of us had little chit-chat convos going on... but still that couldn't change what was so heavy on our hearts, the fact that you were not with us. As the tears ran down your parent's cheeks and the candles burned for you, it was clear to see that we all missed having you around to talk to, to hug, to chill with and just to have. Stephen, they say that God has a reason for everything and this I do believe. What that reason is? I'm not quite sure of. Nevertheless, God's plan is being fulfilled and so is your wish for the Youth Centre. Your daddy (and everyone else) is ever so dedicated to making your dream a reality and I am sure, with God's guidance, your daddy will be able to lead youth to being 'on fire for God' (in Joni's words)... I have become so close to your family in the past few months and tho' love and unity is ever present at your house, the emptiness they feel and the void in their hearts cannot be hidden. One day, we will see each other again, and we will know then, that all is NOT lost... Til then, ask the Big Guy to help us all out and go to him in times of trials, tribulations AND triumph! Loving, missing, cherishing, remembering you always, Marzeta (By the way, tell Thompson hi for me and take good care of each other) |
| Name: | Kim Thompson |
| E-mail address: | all_eyez_on_me90@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
Its been 6 months,4 days since u left us. It has been so hard to move on. But deep down inside i know that there is a way. We miss you so mush, words cannot describe. I am always askin the lord.... WHY? Why Stephen dear Lord? I know that i am not to question the Lord, for he knows what he is doin, but still i have to wonder. And even though u are with me and everybody in our hearts and minds, there is a void in us that wont be put back together. My sister was good friends with you, and your death has seemed to pull her farther away from the Lord. But you death has brought me so much closer to God. And i am greatful for that. So when i wonder what the purpose of your death was.... there was no purpose. God has his plan. Everything that is bad, something good must have come from it. So in your case, your death Stephen has brought so many of us to God. And i know that if you were still alive you would be amazed at how many of us have turned to the Lord. But hey, it dont matter if u are alive or not, cause i know that you are in heaven watchin over all of us. It hurts me too to know that me and you were never actually really friends. Yes, we are cuzins, but we never found that out until after your death. and i wish that i had the opportunity to get to know you. but i didnt. But that doesnt matter to me, you are in a much, much betta place than this earth! and i am happy fa that! Lata bro, Much Luv Kim |
| Name: | Deri Beri |
| E-mail address: | cashdragon20@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Patch, its been over six months but it seems like forever. i guess its kind of hard from going talking everyday to not hearing from you at all in six months. lately i have been asking alot of questions which have gone unanswered for the longest time. i ask why stephen why my best friend why someone who wuz so loved an adored by everyone. people say it was to bring us to God to bring us to our knees. but that makes no sense everyone changed for a month or two and changed for back and then turned for the WORST. it makes no sense to me now more than ever if this has done n e thing it has made people turn away n i dont understand. i try to keep strong faith in God every since but it seems that along with my heart that is also crumbling. you are well missed beyond words. i dont no what to say n e more. i just wish you were here. the crew, Snug and no where is the same without u. i miss u so much take care n continue to watch over us as these people on earth try our patience,
i love you and i miss u so much :*( BEST FRIENDS 4 LIFE, Love alwayz Deri Beri |
| Name: | allison alexandria bodden |
| E-mail address: | allisonbodden41@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | stephen and i weren't very close, infact we bearly spoke but i knew who he was a nd there were rare occations when we spoke.
we had gone to a bible study camp together about 2-3 yrs ago and i started calling hm "patchy" and he called me "parrot dish"(i dont know why)...well the day after his death for no apperent reason i was walking to the bus stop and saw a parrot eating and though about him.....when i got to school my B.F. told me what had happened and i couldn't breathe........ some how stephen touched my heart as he did to all u other and i thought i should share(this is nothing but the truth |
| Name: | Lil Patch |
| E-mail address: | snug_racer_4_life@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Patchy its been a while since i have heard your voice or dreamnt about u, but dat dont mean i havent membad u n my heart. patch it makes me mad 2 no u aint here n body wit me cuz now i dont even have ny1 2 b such a close friend wit ny mo cuz i sit wondering y did the Lord have 2 take u from us, was it for the betta or the worst,i dont no but i sure am wondering, it makes me feel sad n mad n ry ting else 2 no dat i ur brother had 2 sit n watch u die 2 b wit u when it happened but patchy im glad even if dah last few moments dat we had 2geda wernt good 1nz dat we still had um bcuz i now no that every time i did sumting rong dat u no i shudnt have u argued wid me 2 make sure i did it rite dah nex time like when u were teaching me 2 drive standard(which u still need 2 do without arguing with ry mistake). i remeber all dah good times we had fishin n drivin n parties n jus hanging out n talkin n goin 2 deri's house n chillin 4 a few hours, but after a while we both got gurls n our relationship started 2 slip awa cuz we were 2 busy always on dah fone, but if i cud make 1 thing n my life rite again i wud have made dah desion 2 b friendlier wit u, 2 b a betta bro 2 u, but i guess i wont get dah chance 2 do dat now will i cuz u aint here wit me, i wish u were. patch i miss dah conversations we had n the nite before we went 2 sleep how we used 2 talk about o dis gurl n my skool look so sexy but i dont tink she like me. n i memba dat nite u put me 2 sleep talkin about dis gurl dat i didnt even no n u didnt even no her name then dah nex day u put me a sleep again talkin bout how u talked 2 her n so on, but if i new dis was goin 2 happen even if i had 2 sit down 4 hours on end i wud do it jus 2 listin 2 yo voice again. well u aint missin nutin on dah island rea;;y except dat ibeh got a new chic(which he will keep hopefully) n im still lookin 4 1, richie aint doin much but we still hangin n der dah hol of dah gamblaz snug harbour n dah |
| Name: | Shawn Smith |
| E-mail address: | gesture241@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Never Broken!
A Brother In Christ & A Friend There is this place I go to be alone I go there it's not even close to Home My thoughts reflect like it's glass Just look at me I'm not even Class The place is lined with roses of Gold There was never a thing that was foretold The streets are made of oyster pearls Where has this place been it's not of this World The Gate keeper looks at me and say Do you have your password today! I keep it locked away in a heart that's never been broken. I hand him my thought then he hands me my token. I trotted this road before but not like this What has happened to me? Has God finally granted me my one wish! But if he did how can this be! He says to me you are all alone And it is time for you to make this your Home I packed everything you own Don't worry your friends will be here soon! Shawn Craig Smith Copyright ©2003 Shawn Craig Smith Steven you don't know me but i've always heard so many things about you and how such a good person you were. That poem was written for you and will be published in a book coming up the end of this summer. |
| Name: | Kamala Murugesu |
| E-mail address: | princess_kamala@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Patchy, as I sit here scrolling down reading all the entries in your diary, tears come to my eyes once again. It has been over 6 months now and I still can't get over it. The night at the hospital, evrything. It just keeps playing over and pver in my head like a video. The Friday before at Fosters in Thea mommy car was the last time we spoke. Sitting with you, Thea and Andrew in the car joking about you having to go in and buy Cucumbers and "Nice and Fluffy Fabric Softner" which was on sale for $3.95! The couple times we spoke on the phone here and there will always be remebered. You were the first person that moved on to Heaven that I knew well. It really affected me and always will! For now, Take care. Love you, and Always will.
*Kamala* |
| Name: | Demi Mclean |
| E-mail address: | nellysmaterialgirl@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Iam iam still so very sorry for the ebanks family and wish Ya'll da Very BesT!! |
| Name: | beverly mckay |
| Name: | beverly mckay |
| E-mail address: | anionted praises |
| Comments: | dear sweet patchy
You are one of a kind. You are gone but not forgotten |
| Name: | Patriann |
| E-mail address: | princessmonteith@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
I remember when Jilynne use to talk bout u all the time stephen this, stephen that ,he is so nice and sweet and i use to be like who he is ? She alwaz use to say andrew older brother.When i finally met u and talked to u i was like he really is sweet and nice.I took me sooo long to write this becuz i did not know what to say but as i read most of the comments from other people tears came to my eye and i felt in my heart that today waz the day i had to write to u and tell u how i felt inside. Stephen i miss u ALOT and i will neav fa get u. See ya when i get to heaven Patriann |
| Name: | Georgi-Ann |
| E-mail address: | aka_balu@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
I wrote a letter to you coming near to christmas'02 with all the things i wished i said to you. I sealed it with my tears. The worst part was i couldn't give it to you like i wished so hard i could. I passed your resting place everyday at least twice and each time i whisper what is in my heart I LOVE YOU. Your dream is coming through Stephen. Out of Love from God and Love for you your family has made it come through. I wish so much i could be there but i'm away at school. You and your family will be in my thoughts not just on your birthday but everyday. I wish i could see you again even if it's just to hear you teasing me. I came to visit you a few times. I didn't know what to say but i was there. I hope you and Matthew are having a good time. Your in a better place, much better. Keep drawing us closer to God Stephen. We need him. Loving You and Lovingly Georgi |
| Name: | Joni Ebanks |
| E-mail address: | jebanks@caysfoundation.org.ky |
| Comments: | HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEVIE!!
What can I say.. today is definetly bittersweet. I'm as upset as I can be because your not here for me to share your b-day with, but I will forever remember all ur other birthdays especially the last one. I remember we were all at neptune and laughing at how cute you and Irka were when u fed each other tirimisu, like u would at a wedding. But I am also happy in a way today because part of your dream has become a reality, as we open to youth centre in your memory today. I'm saddened because you won't be there in the physical but you will be their in our hearts and minds. Well Patchy this is the beginning, we got what we wanted, the building is complete, I guess now we just gotta fill it, and gets things on track. I luv you and miss, but hey, don't party too hard with Jesus for your b-day!!lol Luv & miss u always Joni |
| Name: | Deidre Garcia |
| E-mail address: | dgarcia@tcs.on.ca |
| Comments: | Stephen
I knew you for about 6yrs and you were never anything but the greatest friend whether you were cracking a joke or listening to a problem that someone had. We were in the same tutor group at John Gray and alot of the same classes and i was lucky to have that opportunity to get to know you as well as I did. I will never forget you. No one ever will. You will always be in my heart and I love you. Happy 1st birthday in heaven. Deej |
| Name: | Georgi-Ann Jackman |
| E-mail address: | aka_balu@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEPHEN!!!!!!!!
Missing,Loving and Thinking of You Always Georgi |
| Name: | Kim Thompson |
| E-mail address: | all_eyez_on_me90@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
me n Candi took flowers to the grave yesturday. i cant believe that it is your 18th birthday, and you are not here to celebrate it. but i hope that ur having the best party up in heaven. the youth center looks great. if only you were here physically to see it. that building has gone up so fast over the past 9 months. you would be.. or u must be so proud. HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEPHEN! i love you and miss you, Love always... and forever Kim |
| Name: | Tissie |
| E-mail address: | cayluv13@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stevie, you have been on my mind so much today. It's almost 11 months since I last saw you or spoke to you. Where has the time gone? The more time that has passed by the more I miss you and wish you would come back home and make us all happy again. I still don't understand or grasp why this has happened and I wish I could...life has changed dramatically and drastically for our family...nothing is the same with you not being here with us. Everyday that passes we think of and remember you and wish we could have you back...even everyday life is different...I would give anything just to see your face or hear you voice again. People seem to think that it gets easier as time goes by...well, I can tell anyone that that is not true because the more time that passes by, the more we miss you being around us. All I can say is that I hope you are having fun up there because life has been rough for all of us you left behind here on Earth. Just keep looking out for us and I hope to see you again soon one day. I love and I miss you like crazy!
Love, Your Big Sis, Tissie XOXOXOXOXO |
| Name: | Joni EBanks |
| Comments: | Hey Stevie,
One year ago not by date but by day, we left for that trip that we will all never forget, our final NY trip. It has been in my mind, again I guess cuz I'm off the island this weekend, I just wish u were with me again. And of course I'll never forget that night in Fridays...Well we have a game tonight, I hope we win, if u got any props with the big guy ask him to help us out, and tell him I wanna score a goal!! Luv & miss ya. |
| Name: | Lauren |
| Comments: | Stephen, your gone and i still can't believe it. Its been almost a year and i can still hear you playing the piano so beautifully. Comin to my house sometimes just to play the piano. So many memories. I sit in my room here in canada and i'm thinking about them all. From fishing down by the dock to the very first day you got your car and you called me to come outside and see it and we went for a drive around the neighbourhood. What i wouldn't do to see you and talk to u again. I remember when i would come to your house some nights and stay there till all hours. And the times i would come over and you'd be sitting on the couch in the living room talking away to Irka on the phone, and i'd sit there and just listen to you guys. And how your room was always perfectly in order. Everything had a place and you kept it in that place. And how you wouldn't let us sit on your bed when we came into your room cuz it would mess it up. And when we were even younger we would sit outside on my wall and talk for hours! And i remember o so well how you would mock my dad. "boyyyysssss" I used to get upset some times but i would do anything to hear you say that again. And when we were younger.......the stupid fights all of us would get in! And the trips to foster's on our bikes. The days when it would rain so much the roads would flood and we'd all be out there in those puddles rain or sun. These memories are still so fresh in my mind. I ask you Stephen to keep watching over all of us and help us to be on the right track. I pray I will see you again one day.
Love you and Miss You Always, Lauren P.S. I know you were taken for a reason, what reason i still do not know, but i'm sure it was a good one. |
| Name: | Deri Beri |
| E-mail address: | cashdragon20@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Well patchy, man it's seems like just yesterday we used to rock the show. Yo i miss you so bad. Just letting you know that i am thinking about you, i miss you and i love you, take care love you alwayz best friends forever
Deri Beri |
| Name: | Tamika B |
| E-mail address: | shy141@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen its been over a year, and i still look for your face among our friends at college but u r no longer their. I thought with time missing u would end but everyday something reminds me that u are no longer there.
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| Name: | Tamika BODDEN |
| E-mail address: | shy141@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen its been over a year, and i still look for your face among our friends at college but u r no longer their. I thought with time missing u would end but everyday something reminds me that u are no longer there.i looked for u on your birthday since yours is the day before mine but i did not see you face. maybe some day i will be able to except that you are gone but u will forever be in my thoughts and memories love Tamika BODDEN
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| Name: | Yanet Swaby |
| E-mail address: | destiny-angel89@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | To all members of the family,
(NOT a comment)Am just another friend of Stephen faith, like a tender seedling, can be nurtured or neglected. When we nuture our faith though meditation, worship, and prayer, God blesses our lives and lifts our spirits. But when we neglect to commune with the Father, we do ourselves a profound disservice. We should worship God every day that we live, (well like i know u all do). But sometimes, amid the hustle and bustle of life here on earth, we may leave the garden of faith untended, at least for a while. When we do, doubts and fears, like stubborn weeds in the garden, can overtake our hearts. The only solution, of course, is to dig in, to the pull the weeds, and to reclaim our faith If the garden of your soul has been overtaken by the worries and doudts that, from time to time, beset all us, don't be discouraged. Simply turn your thoughts and prayers to the Father and to His Son. Then trust in God's promises. And finally, make the resolution tend your spiritual garden every day of your life. A garden is lovely place to vist if it is tended with care. So cultivate yours carefully, and then reap the bountiful harvest that God has in store for you all. My blessings our on you all may God bless and keep the Ebanks family always in prayer love you all |
| Name: | Yanet Swaby |
| E-mail address: | destiny-angel89@hotmail.com |
| Name: | Erik Powell |
| E-mail address: | Caymandapa@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Yow Stephen long time has pass since u been gone....tings nah da same without u round the place h ere...but we tryin make da most of it still....hope u up dere chillin enjoyin urslef one day we all b together again...chillin runnin jokes like we use to n ting..nehow peace out fah now patchy lata star boy. |
| Name: | Joni Ebanks |
| E-mail address: | shorty1820@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Hey Stevie,
I can't believe it's one year already, it seems like just yesterday you were taken from us, but then yet it seems like so long since I've seen you. We miss you in every way possible and still after one year can't comprehend the reason for all of this. I guess the Big Man knows best I just wish he would justify this to us. If a jury can't even determine the cause of this, how can we. I guess this is all just a mystery we aren't supposed to understand. Luv ya boy!! |
| Name: | Trisha |
| E-mail address: | cayluv13@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stevie B, just over one year has passed since you were suddenly and unexpectedly taken away from us. It seems like yesterday that you were here but then it also seems like an eternity. This whole week has been hard because I keep replaying the events which unfolded the night of December 8th, 2002, and the days leading up to it. None of us can fathom what has unfolded and we don't understand why it had to happen to you. I would love to see you walking around the house in your Christmas boxers and helping put the lights on the roof and lift those heavy boxes...all things that you would have done had you have been here with us. I guess in the mean time, we are here remembering you everyday...afterall how could we forget such a unique and special individual which I can so proudly say was my brother whom everyone loved so much. Boy do I miss you and wish that I could turn back the hands of time and prolong your life here on Earth with us. I miss you so much Big Boy!!!
Always in my thoughts and memories. I love and miss you Stevie B. Your Big Sis |
| Name: | Yanet Swaby |
| E-mail address: | destiny_angel89@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | ~*PATCHY*~
You are not gone, You are changed. We will have faith and we will believe you. God did not take you away from us, He just split the skies and received you. ~*Now...*~ You are an echo in our laughter, A reflection in your tears, An extra thread of Strength To help us over come our fears. You are an added ray of sunshine, more joy for us to share, a fragrance of life we will live. Wherever WE are~He is there. |
| Name: | Samantha Brown |
| E-mail address: | SBsweetness@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen was a wonderful person. Even though I never really got the chance to know him. He was kind and loving. I was shocked at his death. But God needed his angel. His life was not in vain. |
| Name: | Deri Hill |
| E-mail address: | cashdragon20@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Well patch its been over a year n I still have the pain like it was yesterday. Everyone keeps saying that time will heal your pain but it won't I will never be the same. I jus wish everyone would leave me alone about moving on but I won't listen to them I love you patch
Best frens 4ever Luv always deri beri |
| Name: | BLONDIE |
| E-mail address: | kayman_blondie@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Steven,
Scrolling through the entries made over the past months i see you have touched numerous peoples lives. Lookin at some of these bring tears to my eyes... I didn't know you or your brother that well...but i've known your dad n mom a long time. And just that fact that this horrible world lost such a good person is unexplainable, but i know there is a purpose. May GOD be with your family... R.I.P. -Angelica |
| Name: | Joni |
| Comments: | Hope things is good upstairs for u cuz it's pure stress done here. Luv & miss u boy.
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| Name: | Jermaine Sharpe |
| E-mail address: | jusjermz@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Stephen,
It was hard for me to hear what happened to you. I remember you from the time yout dad used to bring you along for the drive to drop your sister off to functions and you wanting to go and as always being the one in my Y2Y group that would sit there really quite until there was something to do, and then you were the one to always try to get it organized and going. And then as the years went by I saw you develop into a leader and knew that you were to do great things. You will be missed my friend. See you at the crossroads |
| Name: | Big Sis |
| Comments: | Hey Stevie, I've been thinking alot about you, as usual. So many young people are dying, all from being irresponsible by drinking and speeding, yet you were taken away from our family for some reason which I still cannot understand. You were responsible and would never jeopardize the life of others or yourself by doing foolishness yet today we still don't have you. All I can say is that "I miss you" so much. Our summer vacation won't be the same without you there to have fun with us. But as always, you are in our hearts every moment of everyday and we could never forget you. I love and miss you so much.
Your Big Sis xoxoxoxoxoxoxo |
| Name: | Big Sis |
| Comments: | Hey Stevie, I've been thinking alot about you, as usual. So many young people are dying, all from being irresponsible by drinking and speeding, yet you were taken away from our family for some reason which I still cannot understand. You were responsible and would never jeopardize the life of others or yourself by doing foolishness yet today we still don't have you. All I can say is that "I miss you" so much. Our summer vacation won't be the same without you there to have fun with us. But as always, you are in our hearts every moment of everyday and we could never forget you. I love and miss you so much.
Your Big Sis xoxoxoxoxoxoxo |
| Name: | Biggz |
| E-mail address: | hiho@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Rest in peace bro |
| Name: | Joni |
| E-mail address: | joni.ebanks@caacayman.com |
| Comments: | Hey Stevie B,
It's been two years now since you've been taken from us, and for some reason people think it's gotten easier, but it hasn't. We miss you beyond what words can explain, and still have so many unanswered questions, and can only wonder why you? With God's grace we have been able to push on but we still think about you everyday and talk about you all the time. To many people you have become a distant memory, but 4 us you will always live on in our hearts. Luv u much lil bro! RIP |
| Name: | Matthew Seales |
| Comments: | Two Years, Stephen, Much Love bro... Never Forgotten.... NEVER |
| Name: | Big Sis |
| E-mail address: | cayluv13@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | It's been 2 very long, hard years without you in our lives. Tonight was such an emotional night for us all as we visited your grave...it doesn't get any easier no matter how long it has been. We are always thinking and talking about you. We can't forget you...you were so special to all of us and we miss you greatly.
Lots of love and may your soul rest in peace. I love you Stevie B. Hugs and kisses. XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO |
| Name: | Aaron French |
| E-mail address: | mail4french@comcast.net |
| Comments: | Hey bud! It's been over two years and still we sit here thinking of you and that day you were taken away. I often find myself looking thru the tributes and praying that somehow good can come out of all this. I'll never forget our last conversation at the Strand...I still laugh at you boy...specially with that stupid hotel outfit and that hat!!! I'll never forget ya and will continue to pray for Cayman's Youth. Us PK's gotta stick together...you know it!
Preach |
| Name: | Knolis Scott |
| E-mail address: | sadeeky_danz@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Will alwayz be missed by everyone in Cayman R.I.P. |
| Name: | Andrew Ibeh |
| E-mail address: | african_pimp17@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | what's up snug boy, u really dont know how ruff tingz are now that u gone patch. But just lettin u know im styll missin u everyday, n we'll soon meet again....2 laugh over our glory dayz :-) |
| Name: | Gi |
| Comments: | Hey Stephen,
Just wanted to say hey and let you know that we are thinking of you, missing you, loving you and praying for your family. Love you always Georgi |
| Name: | Trisha |
| Comments: | Happy 21st Birthday Stephen!!!
Today is a hard day for us as you are not here to celebrate your special day. I hope that you are enjoying it "up there" better than we are enjoying it down here on Earth. It's almost been 4 years since you left us and the pain doesn't ever go away. Not a day passes by that you are not in my thoughts. I wish I could see you and hug and wish you a Happy Birthday, but since I can't, just know that you will never be forgotten today or any day. To many people you are not even a memory anymore but to me, you are an ever present thought in my head. I'd give anything to have you here with me. I love you with all my heart and I miss you. Happy 21st Birthday!!!!!! Love, Your Big Sister xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo |
| Name: | Trisha |
| Comments: | Happy 21st Birthday |
| Name: | Andrew Ibeh |
| E-mail address: | aibeh@uark.edu |
| Comments: | Wassup bossman...sorry i couldn;t wish yah happy b'day yesterday got caught up in all kinda stuff but don't i aint neva 4got....better late than never, so Happy 21st Birthday Patchy!! :-) time fly by so fast you wouldn't even think it almost 4 yearz since you gone, lol although u probably watching down on everybody from heaven..if you could just see how we all grown up now and stuff, it's unbelieveable i must say but i'll save all that for when we meet again, give us something to do for eternity ;-)....peace bredren, you already know we missing you |
| Name: | Joni Ebanks |
| Comments: | Hey Stevie B,
Today is 5 years since you been gone and I still struggle with reality that you are no longer here. Luv and miss you boo. Joni |
| Name: | Big Sister |
| Comments: | Stephen, it's been 5 long, hard years since you left us. I don't know how we ever managed to go on. Nothing is the same since you left. One thing is for sure....there is not a single day that we haven't talked about you, thought about you or missed you! You mean the world to us and we will never forget you. I love you with ALL my heart and I miss you terribly!!!!!
Your heartbroken sister, Trisha |
| Name: | shawna dacres |
| E-mail address: | shawna.dacres@myicci.com |
| Comments: | I know that God knows everything and in that I take comfort. Thank you Jesus for your holy spirit.
I'll miss you until that day - my brother in Christ. Knowing that I will see you on that sweet day makes the straight and narrow path that much easier to travel on - I can't wait! I love you all - & Joni's baby too :o) Congrats I live in the light of our Father Jesus Christ and will try to keep up your legacy - Stephen! I want to let eveyone know - that despite my busy life - God has given me vision to begin work here in West Bay. My mission is to reach the young people - they are lost and hurting and they need Jesus. They need to know that He is accessible and no one stands in the way of them and Him. Stephen saw this vision - He saw it for Cayman....I promise to pick up the torch. A good work has began and WE need to continue. I love you all so very much and you all are always in my thought and prayers! Shawna |