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We miss you Benton ! Today is Valentine's Day and I've smiled all week when walking through the stores as I would see Hershey Kisses on the shelves, as seeing them reminded me of you and your generous heart - Love from your friends, Katie, Del, Mitchell & Jericho
Katie Schellenger <kdschellenger@comcast.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Thursday, February 14, 2013 11:19 PM CST

Dear Sweet Benton,
On June 22, 2012 it will be eight long years since that night you left us. I can talk about you now without crying, but there will always be pain in my heart. You would be almost 17 years old - I'll bet you would be tall!! Daddy and I miss you every day darling. I am grateful that so many remember you so fondly. I love you dear, now and forever!! Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@surewest.net>
- Monday, June 11, 2012 10:48 AM CDT

Hi Honey-
It seems impossible to believe that it has been seven long years without you - I can still see your smile, hear your laugh, and feel your soft hand in mine. The pain never goes away, but I think of all the wonderful times we shared. So many people still remember you fondly and I love that they share memories of you with me. I love you my sweet boy, now and forever!! Kisses sweetheart and lots of love, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@surewest.com>
Roseville, CA - Tuesday, June 14, 2011 9:53 PM CDT

Hi My Darling Boy,
Six years ago, we surrounded you during your last days with us. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you, long to hold you, and miss you. My heart is forever broken, but I have so many beautiful memories. I love you my dear boy, now and forever.
Your loving Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@comcast.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Tuesday, June 22, 2010 11:14 PM CDT

Today is your birthday, Benton! We woke to the warm sun & a beautiful day knowing it was your birthday. The boys helped sing to you, I'm sure you were laughing. We love & miss you so much...
Mrs. Harvey, Elliot, Adam & Derrick
Weimar, CA USA - Saturday, October 17, 2009 5:24 PM CDT

Hey Buddy, We think of you all the time, but especially today. Nikki had to bring some memory items to class for an assigment. She chose a bracelet you made her and the book your parents gave us with your story in it. She said her items sparked the most converstation and felt good talking about you and your friendship. She keeps those items in a special place. She also has a picture of the two of you on her wall in her bedroom. You continue to touch us in so many ways and we wish we could celebrate today with you. We miss you--we love you.
Your forever friends, Lukaskos <jlukasko@surewest.net>
roseville, california usa - Saturday, October 17, 2009 8:22 AM CDT

Hi My Darling Boy -
It has been five long years since we lost you.. not a day goes by when I don't miss you. You were so brave and I try to be as strong as you. I love you dear and as long as I am living my baby you'll be.
Jeanne <regello@surewest.net>
- Tuesday, June 30, 2009 2:01 PM CDT

Hi Benton,
I wanted to say hello to you today......you're Daddy doesn't feel so good. I know you'll send him your special prayers and love during this hard time. We miss you very very very much...you would have been completeing seventh grade along with your friends - you're always part of our celebrations and our day to day thoughts and smiles & sometime tears- Benton, OUR FRIEND FOREVER....Love, Katie Del and Mitchell

Katie Schellenger <kdschellenger@comcast.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Wednesday, May 13, 2009 7:54 PM CDT

Hello Benton,

It's been a very, very, very, very long time since I wrote to you, only you & I know how much I talk to you... You are in our hearts, our minds & our lives & you will be forever. You are still "giving" & we feel it.

I love & miss you,
Mrs. Harvey
Mrs. Harvey (Heidee Harvey) <hdh@cebridge.net>
Weimar, CA USA - Sunday, March 8, 2009 11:29 PM CDT

Hello Benton,
Today, Mitchell has to do what you had to do many many many times, get his blood drawn at the lab. He's brave, just as you were brave. Thank you for setting such an example for him to witness. Your courageousness has/is influencing your friends that must face lives challenges. We miss you Benton ! Keep watching over us.
Katie Schellenger <kdschellenger@comcast.net>
- Saturday, December 20, 2008 9:35 AM CST

Dearest Benton, our friend forever-----Mitchell wrote these words in third grade for a celebration we had in your honor to dedicate the biography section of the library to you....it goes like this (I still have the little piece of yellow paper Mitchell drafted it on tucked away in a safe place)
Benton
Everyone loves you
Night or day
Today or Tomorrow
Out of everyone in the world
Nobody is better than you!
I think that says it all about you- We love you and miss you. Happy thirteenth birthday our little hero. Much Love, Del, Katie, Mitchell and Jericho
Katie <kdschellenger@comcast.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Saturday, October 18, 2008 2:14 PM CDT

Dear Benton,
We are thinking of you today on your 13th birthday. Nikki was just talking about how much she loved walking with you around the school. She just loved spending her recesses with you. She felt very special being your friend. We miss you and we love you.
Your forever friends, The Lukaskos <jlukasko@surewest.net>
Roseville, Ca US - Saturday, October 18, 2008 0:00 AM CDT

Dear Benton:

You are thirteen today! We have the house decorated with balloons and some of them are your favorite color pink. Aunt Jody and Uncle Dennis are making a donate in your name to Orchard School where Mommy teaches. I am going over to the school and sit down on your bench and talk with you. Dad misses you so much, I wish you were here with me today!! I miss your smiling face and you saying "Oh, Dad!" when I said something wrong and did something I shouldn't have done!! You are my Angel!! I love you, DaddyO
Robert Regello <regello@surewest.net>
Roseville, Ca USA - Friday, October 17, 2008 4:21 PM CDT

Hi Dear-
It's the 22nd - I remember you every day, but always on the 22nd. Your 13th birthday is coming up soon. I love you, my darling boy.
Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@surewest.net>
- Monday, September 22, 2008 11:13 PM CDT

Hi Benton. I didn't know you but I believe you touched alot of hearts. Your story touched mine. Thank you.
kathy
charlotte, nc usa - Thursday, September 11, 2008 9:16 AM CDT

Dear Sweet Benton,
We remember your sweet laugh like it was yesterday. Your laugh was so full of joy and it had a funny squeal that made us all giggle. It doesn't seem possible that it has been four years. We miss you, we love you and we cherish the memories we have of you. You truly are the bravest and sweetest boy!
Your friends, The Lukaskos <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Monday, June 23, 2008 0:16 AM CDT

My darling Benton,
It's been four years that you slipped away from us, my dear sweet boy. I miss you every day, as do the rest of your family and friends. Some say to me that it seems so long ago, but to me it feels like yesterday - I will miss you until the day I die. Daddy, Becky, Grandma Betty, Nicole L. and family, and Mrs. Harvey, and Weeba all had fun memories to share. I love you my big guy, now and forever.
Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@surewest.net>
- Sunday, June 22, 2008 11:24 PM CDT

hi benton its Jenelle from KIndergarten ms.gibsons class
ive moved to auburn afrter olive grove i miss having you around eventhough it has been so long iam turning thirteen in may. i live in ten acres so none of my friends ever come over to my house cause i live to far away .hopefully you are happy werever you are now
Jenelle Pickard <dougzilla4@yahoo.com>
Auburn, CA - Thursday, April 24, 2008 8:01 PM CDT

hi benton its Jenelle from KIndergarten ms.gibsons class
ive moved to auburn afrter olive grove i miss having you around eventhough it has been so long iam turning twelve in may. i live in ten acres so none of my friends ever come over to my house cause i live to far away .hopefully you are happy werever you are now
Jenelle Pickard <dougzilla4@yahoo.com>
Auburn, CA - Thursday, April 24, 2008 8:00 PM CDT

My Dear, Sweet Boy,
I should be your twelveth birthday today - but you will be forever just eight years old. We donated to Vencil Brown and lit some candles for you. They can't burn as bright as your sweet spirit! I love you, my darling, and will NEVER stop missing you!! Shawna, Weeba, Jurgen, Katie and Kathy and their families remembered you today. What I would give for one small kiss, one hug, one laugh! I love you, Dear One, forever and always!!!
Love,
Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@surewest.net>
- Wednesday, October 17, 2007 10:43 PM CDT

Dear Angel - I haven't been on your webpage for quite awhile, but that doesn't mean I don't think about you--I do. I think about your dear parents too, and know you are watching over them. Last week at my gym a lady told me that little people who go to heaven young, watch over their families. I believe this, and it's kind of comforting. We will never forget meeting you--you were an angel here too!! Love, Mary O. (Joe's Grandmother)
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
- Sunday, July 8, 2007 3:10 PM CDT

hi benton
it's been awhile since i've written, but you always have made an impact on my life as well as the life of anyone who met you.
i heard a quote in church recently that reminded me of you:
"people unaware ignore angels in their presence
people aware entertain angels in their presence"
you were most certainly an angel here on earth.
name
sac, ca use - Sunday, July 8, 2007 2:03 AM CDT

My Darling Boy,
It was three years ago about this time that we lost you. As Weeba said, your lion heart beat so strong and with such courage and bravery, but the cancer was sneaky. I'll never forget that Dr. Yim said that you were going to give us one last gift - you were going to go fast and then he said that you always were such a good boy - he didn't know the half of it!
Many people remembered you today - Weeba, Katie, Mitchell, Jurgen, Aunt Jody and Uncle Dennis, Grandparents Betty and Don, and, of course, Becky, Daddy and me. I will never be the same without you, dear one. I LOVE YOU!!
Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@comcast.net>
- Friday, June 22, 2007 11:14 PM CDT

Hello My Boy,
Daddy thinks of you many, many, many, many time a day! Tomorrow will be three years since we lost you. I remember it like it was yesterday! I will be talking to you all day tomorrow and I will keep happy memories in my heart because you would like me to. I miss you so much and wish I could give you a kiss right now!! We have moved but we have the great big picture of you in our bedroom so we can see you everyday. Daddy will love you forever!! Your Daddyo
Daddy
Roseville, Ca USA - Thursday, June 21, 2007 10:28 PM CDT

As your classmates complete their final days at Vencil Brown school, I can't help but think about you and wish you were here with them. I have to believe in my heart that you are watching, giggling and celebrating. You are a dear, sweet boy and your memory is etched deep in our hearts.
Lukasko Family <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Tuesday, June 5, 2007 8:54 AM CDT

Benton you have touched me in so many ways... I always remind my boys about you..Jacob was in your class and always told me how you were doing when I asked, I thought it was the coolest class to have a teacher that learned brail for ya..wow what people we have here in our town... as kids they seem to forget real quick..I guess Thats one of the good things about being a kid is not remembering. I always will remember you as the strongest person I ever knew in my life A child.... I hope we all can learn from you. Im sure many will. Happy new year baby. We all love you so much.Lou, Jacob,Zack and Dylan.
Louie Dynes <ldynes@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca USA - Wednesday, January 31, 2007 0:10 AM CST

Angel Benton We think of you often and know you are an angel looking over your dear parents. Give them signs you are there for them--I believe you are. Bless your family forever. Love, Mary O.
Mary C. Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Sunday, December 31, 2006 11:24 PM CST

Merry Christmas my darling boy,
I miss you SO much - it's just not merry without you, dear. You should be here with Mommy, Daddy, and Becky. I LOVE you sweet one, always and forever, and will never forget your kindness, courage, and sweet smile. If any one is in heaven, it is YOU!
Love and kisses,
Mommy

Jeanne Regello <regello@comcast.net>
- Monday, December 25, 2006 12:50 AM CST

Hi My Darling Boy,
I thought I could write this without crying - but I was wrong! You would say, "You're sadly mistaken once more Mom!" I just wanted you to know that so many people called and remembered you (I know you wouldn't want to be forgotten!). At your school they had posters, balloons, music, popsicles, and then all the kids sang Happy Birthday to you by your bench. Juegen and Mrs. Harvey wrote e-mails, and we had cards from the Leons and Aunt Jody and Uncle Dennis. Lots of people came by and called like Nicole, Talia, Aunt Val, and Grandma.
I miss you my sweet one - now and forever. Daddy and I just will never be the same without you, my love.
Hugs and kisses,
Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@comcast.net>
- Thursday, October 19, 2006 9:05 PM CDT

Hi Benton, I know its been a long time since I have talked with you but that does not mean that I don't think about you. I think about you all the time, especially when Derek does new stuff because I know you would to hear about it. He recently started walking and he would of loved to hold your hand and take a walk around the block. He also would of loved it when you tickled him, he is very ticklish! I can't wait until he gets old enough so I can tell him all about you. He will be excited to hear about you. I also wanted to say Happy Birthday to the bravest boy in the whole world. I miss you and love you tons and tons!
Heather Schouweiler <heathera_a@hotmail.com>
Las Vegas, NV United States - Wednesday, October 18, 2006 8:46 PM CDT

Dear Benton You know we will never ever forget you. You are a most precious soul. We think about you and talk about you and your parents all the time. We know you are hard at work where you are now. We miss you. Love, Mary O.
Mary C. Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Sunday, August 13, 2006 4:46 PM CDT

Dear Benton, It doesn't seem possible that we haven't seen you for two years. Jake was just recalling the last time you were at our house. He remembers you sitting on a chair with a squirt bottle. As Nicole and Jake ran past, you would squirt them and squeal with delight. I was watching the News 10 Teacher of the Year ceremony on T.V. last night. Do you remember when Mrs. Harvey won? We called you on the phone and you were so excited. The teacher who won this year is blind. Of course, it made we think of you and all that you accomplished in such a short time. You never let your blindess stop you from doing anything. We miss you today and everyday!
Shawna, Jim, Nicole and Jake <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Friday, June 23, 2006 9:18 AM CDT

June 22 10:19 pm
My Favorite Boy:
Daddy thinks about many many times a day, but today I have thought about you all day. I wish so much that you could be here with me and Mommy. I miss holding your hand and talking with you. I miss you saying I love you dad. You make me so proud of you because of the boy you are. I love you very, very, very, much!!!! Daddyo

Bob Regello <regello@comcast.net>
Roseville, Ca USA - Friday, June 23, 2006 0:21 AM CDT

Hi Honey,
As Becky said just a short time ago, it�s a bad, bad day. Two years ago about this time, we lost you. My heart still feels like it has been wrenched out of my chest. I miss you every day, my love. Weeba and Frances and Betty S., and, of course, Becky and Grandma Betty and Aunt Jody and Uncle Dennis shared our grief. I love you, my dear one, always and forever.
Love , Mommy

Jeanne Regello <regello@comcast.net>
- Friday, June 23, 2006 0:02 AM CDT

Dear Benton. I was talking to a good friend of mine and I was telling her all about you. She is fairly new to the area (she actually lives behind Betton court)and she was wondering about the special boy whose name is on the bench in front of the library. She was very touched by your story and so inspired by your strength. You see, you continue to touch people in so many ways. I was telling her about how proud Nicole was when she walked with you around the playground. I also told her what a tease you were on the phone. Do you remember telling me that your parents were out and you were home alone so that we would keep talking? You loved the telephone! I always enjoyed our phone conversations. You were always so polite and mature on the phone. You never forgot to ask me how I was doing. We love you and we miss you and you are in our thoughts so often.
Shawna, Jim, Nicole and Jake <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Sunday, June 4, 2006 10:21 PM CDT

Dear Angel Benton - You are so missed here. We think about you so often and remember your adorable giggle. We feel such empathy for your sweet Mother and dear Father. It's really hard on them to survive without you--we pray for peace for them. For now all they can do is keep busier than they want to be. Love to all of you. Mary Oliver
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Friday, June 2, 2006 5:03 PM CDT

My dear boy,
I miss you so much. I had nine wonderful Mother's Days with you and now two without you. It was such a sad, lonely day for me. But I do have terrific memories. I looked through lots of your lovely gifts - handprints and cards. I guess they will have to carry me forward - but I don't have to like it!
I love you, my dear, sweet son. Daddy says he misses going fishing with you!!
Lots of love, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@comcast.net>
- Monday, May 15, 2006 8:56 PM CDT

Dear sweet Benton,
Another Mother's Day is coming and I am without you. I miss you SO much honey, and Daddy does too. It is so empty here without you. My arms are empty too. How I wish I could have taken your place!! I LOVE you very, very, very, very, very much, my darling baby.
Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@comcast.net>
- Sunday, May 7, 2006 8:59 PM CDT

My dearest, darling little boy,
I can hear you say, "Mommy, I'm not little any more!" and have been so proud - but you know you were always my little boy. And eight years here was just too quick - how I wish I could have protected you. But sweet Mary helps me to know that I couldn't have done more. But still the tears come, the ache to hold you, and the pain in my heart. Dear Mary says it will take a very, very long time for the pain to go and only sweet memories to remain. But I will NEVER forget you, dear one (I know you can feel the love of your Mommy). I love you and think of you all the time!
All my love, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@comcast.net>
- Sunday, April 2, 2006 8:29 PM CDT

Dear Angel Benton - Our family talks about you so often. John, Kim, Joseph and Jacob, and of course Bill and I. Everyone you touched here loved you. What a wonderful soul you are. Stay close to your Mommy and Daddy--they need to feel your presence. It will take a long time for them to not hurt so badly. I still miss my sons, but the horrible ache is gone. It just takes us a long time here, and you know how great it is there!! Love and prayers, Mary O.
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Wednesday, March 29, 2006 8:40 PM CST

Dearest, darling Benton,
Here I come to talk to you today and see that Shawna, Nichole, and Jake were thinking of you too. I can hear your laugh and feel your hugs - but I sure wish you were here to give them to Daddy and me!! Tears are running down my face as I write this, because I will love you forever and miss you for always. Did you hear me read that book to you today? My students thought it was for them, but I was reading to YOU!!
I love you, my baby!
Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Tuesday, March 7, 2006 9:09 PM CST

Dearest Benton, You are in our thoughts so much. We talked about you the other day when we went into the new Jelly Belly store. I thought of you sitting on the couch with your Jelly Bellies. You would trick me into eating the yucky ones and then squeal with delight. I can still here your funny laugh--so sweet. You are in our hearts!
Shawna, Jim, Nicole and Jake <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Tuesday, March 7, 2006 11:49 AM CST

My dearest darling boy,
It's the 22nd again - the anniversary of that awful, horrid, terrible day when we lost you. I think of you every day, and I miss you every day. It will never get eaiser - living without you is just no fun. You were such a happy boy. I miss your smiles, your laugh, the way your voice changed when you were excited, but most of all, I miss your hugs and kisses. I love you forever, my dear one.
Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Wednesday, February 22, 2006 9:53 PM CST

dear benton,
hi, its aunt val. im sorry i havent written in such a long time, my computer was broken for a while, but now its fixed. i think of you every day, and wish that i could see you all the time. i know you are happy in heaven and i know i will see you again someday. until then i will just remember what a wonderful little boy you always were. you always made me smile, and i hope that i brought you some happiness too. i will always miss you benton, always always always. i hope that you are taking care of grandpa in heaven. Merry Christmas Benton, I love you!!!
Aunt Valerie
valerie alcorn <valerina123@sbcglobal.net>
sacramento, ca usa - Saturday, December 24, 2005 10:48 AM CST

Benton,

Happy Turkey Day. I hope you are with Grandpa.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <v.vannatta@comcast.net>
Yuba City, CA US - Wednesday, November 23, 2005 9:50 AM CST

My darling boy,
I love you and think about you so many times during the day - everything reminds me of a sweet time with you. You brought me so much happiness - how I wish I could be with you now! I must kiss and laugh with you in my dreams.
Love and kisses always, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Sunday, November 20, 2005 12:03 AM CST

Hello Sweet Benton - I was over at Kim and Joseph and Jacob's house today and we were talking about you and what a sweet soul you are. We were also talking about your wonderful parents and how lucky you were to have them here on earth for your lessons here. You are such a wonderful soul, you just didn't need to spend any more time here. We are still sad for your Mom and Dad, as they are left here to mourn your presence. So please remember to leave signs for them that you are so very happy now. Love to you Benton, and your parents. Mary O. (Joseph's Grandmother)
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Monday, November 14, 2005 5:35 PM CST

Benton I'm very sorry I have not written in so long, you now have a new cousin named Derek and he keeps me very very very busy. I can't wait to tell him about you and how you enjoyed life so much in your short amount of time here. He will not have been able to meet you but he will know you well from all the wonderful memories we have of you. Grandpa Regello is with you in Heaven now, so he will be able to scratch your back and play games with you. I know that the two of you will have a joyous time together. I miss you very very very very very very much and think of you daily. Love always and c-ya later Cousin Heather.
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Thursday, November 3, 2005 1:57 PM CST

Happy Birthday My Sweet Boy:
Daddy misses you so much! I wish you could have been here for your 10 birthday! Mom would have come up with a great theme for your party. We got lots of phone calls for you and lots of cards for you. Your school celebrated your birthday with treats for all the kids! Daddy will never forget all the fun we had together and all the times that we laughed and played. Love your Daddy-O
Bob Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
Roseville, ca usa - Monday, October 17, 2005 9:50 PM CDT

My darling boy,
Today you would be ten years old. You would be so excited and help me plan a party. Instead, Daddy and I lit candles and said prayers for you at St. Rose's Church. We were surprised there was a big, beautiful banner and lots of pink balloons for your birthday at your school. Your wonderful friends made it. Katie called us and said that all the kids had popsicles and listened to your music during recess to celebrate your life. Kathy, Talia, and Kylie came over with lots of pink goodies for your birthday. Weeba and Aunt Jody sent lovely cards. Grandma Betty called and remembered so many happy, funny times. You are loved and will not be forgotten. I'm so happy we were able to hold you and love you for eight terrific years.
Love always and forever,
Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Monday, October 17, 2005 5:58 PM CDT

Benton,

Happy Birthday in Heaven. I know you are
excited. I love you. I hope to sent up a
few ballons tonight.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Monday, October 17, 2005 9:20 AM CDT

Benton,

You would almost be 10 years old. My heart breaks.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <v.vannatta@comcast.net>
Yuba City, CA US - Tuesday, October 4, 2005 3:01 PM CDT

My darling boy,
Tears still stream down when I think of how much I miss you. What a dear, gentle soul you were and how you made Daddy and me so happy. You were taken from us too, too soon. I miss you, dear one, now and forever!
Love and kisses always, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Thursday, September 29, 2005 7:11 PM CDT

Dear Angel Benton - Yesterday Kim was over and we were talking about what a sweet soul you are. Maybe you were near? We will never ever forget you. Love, Mary O.
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Saturday, September 10, 2005 2:12 PM CDT

My dearest son,
Today we went and saw the beautiful granite bench that Katie and all your friends at Vencil Brown School put in for you. It has, "Our Friend Forever, Benton Regello," carved on it. It is under the shade of a lovely tree. Daddy and I were so proud and thankful. You would love it!
Tomorrow you would have started 4th grade. We miss you very, very, very, very, very, very, very much, darling!
Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Wednesday, August 17, 2005 9:17 PM CDT

Dear Angel Benton - I don't want your parents to ever think we will ever forget you. You are in our thoughts so many times a day. I know you know this, but I want your Mommy and DaddyO to always know this. You were finished here way before anyone was ready for you to leave. You are loved so much and missed so much. When we go over to Joseph's house, we always see your sweet picture and we smile. Love, Mary O.
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Wednesday, August 3, 2005 2:55 PM CDT

Hello dear sweet Benton. You have been in our thoughts so much. We miss you very much and your sweet and gentle ways. We miss your voice on the phone; your sweet, funny voice. You managed to keep your great sense of humor even on the darkest days. You were/are an inspiration to us. You were the bravest boy we ever knew.
Shawna, Jim, Nicole and Jake <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Wednesday, July 27, 2005 9:39 PM CDT

My darling boy,
I miss you every day and every night. I try to keep busy, but you are always in my thoughts and in my broken heart. We should be getting you ready for 4th grade. I love you, dear one, always and forever. My tears will never stop, nor will my love.
Love, Your Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Monday, July 25, 2005 5:47 PM CDT

DEAR ANGEL BENTON - YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW MANY TIMES A DAY WE THINK ABOUT YOU AND YOUR MOMMY AND DADDY. KIM AND I TALK ABOUT YOU SO MUCH. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU, YOU DEAR SWEET SOUL. BOY, WERE WE LUCKY TO HAVE MET YOU. PLEASE CONTINUE TO BE WITH YOUR DEAR PARENTS--THEY WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU SO. THEY LOVED WITH ALL THEIR HEARTS, SO THEY MISS YOU WITH ALL THEIR HEARTS--THAT'S JUST THE WAY IT IS. THEY JUST HAVE TO STAY VERY BUSY TO KEEP THEIR SANITY. SO, BENTON, YOU MUST LET THEM KNOW YOUR PRESENCE--I KNOW YOU WILL. MUCH LOVE AND MANY PRAYERS, MARY O.

MARY OLIVER <ERIKTHERED@AOL.COM>
SACRAMENTO, CA USA - Wednesday, July 6, 2005 9:09 PM CDT

Dearest Sweet Baby Benton,
It has been awhile since i have been on your website, but I think about you everyday! I think about your bravery and loving kindness. You will always be remembered and never forgotten. Thank you for always staying in my heart. Love-Kim
kim leon <kimleon@hotmail.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Friday, July 1, 2005 9:49 AM CDT

My darling Benton,
Today it is a year since you passed away. I think of that night, all of us telling you how much we love you, and then having to leave the hospital without you. You were so brave and never complained.
Daddy and I went to church and lit some candles for you. Lots of peolpe have called and written to us -the Schellengers, Lukasko's, Sheldon's, Leon's, Debbie, Marilyn, Aunt Val, Mary O., and many others. Cousin Jake called and said that you were the nicest person he knew. Grandma and Grandpa Regello, Aunt Vicki, Cousin Heather, Dave and Debbie, the Schellengers, and Sheldon's will be here tonight so we can all be together remembering you.
We love you, our dear boy, now and forever,
Mommy and Daddy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Wednesday, June 22, 2005 6:17 PM CDT

Benton one year ago today you were taken from all of those that love you. But today you are still alive in our hearts and memories. I miss everything about you but know that you are touching other lives in a different way. Everyone that new you is so proud of you and the difference you made in people in the short time that you were here. I love you and miss you, look for all the pink balloons in the sky for you tonight. Love Cousin Heather
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
sacramento, ca United States - Wednesday, June 22, 2005 11:07 AM CDT

Dear Benton:
One year ago today Mommy and I lost you. I remember that day like it was yesterday. I remember holding your hand and whispering in your ear about how I loved you so very, very, very, very, very much. I miss coming home and giving you a kiss every evening. I miss playing Uno with you. I miss fishing with you at the camp and in the mountains. I miss hearing your little voice say: Dad...
Dad.... Dad.... I would say: What Benton? You would say:
I love you Dad. I miss everything about you and wish you could be here with Mommie and Daddy. But you can't so Mommy and Daddy will keep trying to do good things in your memory. I will love you forever! Your Daddy-O
Robert Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
Roseville, Ca USA - Wednesday, June 22, 2005 9:05 AM CDT

Hi Benton, it has almost been a year since you passed. But I remember walking around the block and talking on the phone like it was yesterday. I still remember the sound of your sweet voice and look at pictures everyday. I think aobut you all the time and smile at the kind things you always said to everyone. I know that its hard for mom and dad but I know you are watching over them, please continue to watch over them during this tough time. I will send you a balloon to the heavens on Wednesday, look for it and all the others that will be coming your way. I know you are enjoying your time in the heavens making everyone laugh like you did in your short time here. I'm very proud that I got to be your cousin and that you touched my life in such a sweet way. Love always and forever Cousin Heather
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
sacramento, ca United States - Monday, June 20, 2005 1:37 PM CDT

My Darling Boy,
Today is Father's Day and we went to Camp and placed a beautiful bench with a plaque dedicated to you there. Daddy and I were so happy at all the lives you have touched, but so sad for our loss of such a brave, kind soul. On Wednesday, it will be a year since we loss you. We are inviting anyone who wants to come to our house to remember you and send messages up to you on balloons. They can call us to get a time.
We love you, our sweet child, Mommy and Daddy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Sunday, June 19, 2005 9:21 PM CDT

Dear Angel Benton - You are in our thoughts so much this month. It is such a sad month for those you left behind. Be with your parents especially now, even though you have work to do where you are. We all love the you we got to know in a brief time. You are such a special soul. Love, Mary (Joe's Grandma)
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Sunday, June 19, 2005 12:29 AM CDT

Dear Benton,

I miss you everyday, I see your picture, I hear your chimes. I have so may reminders of you. Do you know
I still have a chocolate kiss you gave me. I LOVE you
and wish that you would give me a sign that you are
happy.

Love Aunt Vicki

Vvannatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA US - Monday, June 6, 2005 10:53 AM CDT

Dear Benton,
I saw your picture yesterday in the library at Brown. You are such an inspiration to everybody, and it is so wonderful how you get to remind people everyday of how brave and courageous you are. I know you're looking down on everybody and watching over them. I pray that you give your parents strength when they need it because I know they miss you and love you sooo much. Sincerely, Gina Dynes(Jacob and Zack's mom)
gina dynes <gina_dynes@yahoo.com>
roseville, ca usa - Saturday, June 4, 2005 5:25 PM CDT

Dear Angel Benton - This will be a difficult month for your dear parents. It's hard because they miss you so much. Give them little signs that will comfort them--you are very much alive--just not in our sight. Our family thinks about you daily, and we pray for peace for your family here. Love and kisses, Mary O.
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Friday, June 3, 2005 4:25 PM CDT

Dear Benton. Our hearts ache to see you again. We especially miss your laughter. You had the most genuine laugh--so full of excitement. Sometimes your laughter was a bit devious when you were up to something (which you often were!). Nicole is sad that you won't be finishing third grade with her. She often talks how you would have been in her class. She really misses you! You were the friend that she most enjoyed hanging out with at school. You are forever in our hearts dear buddy.
Shawna, Jim, Nicole and Jake <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Wednesday, June 1, 2005 8:31 AM CDT

My dear, darling boy,
It is Memorial Day and I remeber you today, as I do every day. How you would have loved to have our friends over for a barbeque and just a good time. You would have been almost through with third grade. You fought so bravely against cancer, you are a hero to me. I love you very, very, very, very, very, very much!!
Love and kisses always, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Monday, May 30, 2005 12:43 AM CDT

Dear Benton - We think of you all the time. We think it means you are here in spirit. Please be there with us Saturday and Sunday while we RELAY FOR LIFE in Elk Grove. We will look for little signs of you, OK? Bye for now Angel. Love, Mary (Joe's Grandma)
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Wednesday, May 18, 2005 2:00 PM CDT

Dear Benton,
It will be a year ago tomorrow that we met eachother. I wish I could give you a hug and a kiss right now. You will be missed forever. Thank you for leaving your footprints all over my heart. I love you.
Love , Kim (Joe's mom)
kim leon <crawfordleon@hotmail.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Monday, May 16, 2005 8:48 PM CDT

My Love,
It's Mother's Day and it is so hard without you here with us. As Becky says, it's hard every day. Nothing seems right. You would have had a big smile today, making breakfast for me with Daddy. Your voice always got high when you were excited and you loved to do nice things for other people. Lots of friends and family are remembering you and praying for you today. Sleep peacefully, my sweet boy.
Lots of love always and forever, Your Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Sunday, May 8, 2005 5:00 PM CDT

Our family will never never forget you dear Benton. You were a little angel on earth. I pray for peace for your dear parents, as I know in my heart you are at peace. Love, Mary (Joseph's Grandma)
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Monday, May 2, 2005 7:49 PM CDT

My dear boy,
I miss you every day and every night. We miss your sweet voice, your cute laugh, and your wet kisses. Next week is Mother's Day and I will pray for you all day. You are my love and my heart, my only child.
Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello
- Saturday, April 30, 2005 4:16 PM CDT

Benton,

I think of you everyday. I miss you so much. Sometimes
I can't remember how your voice sounds. I almost panic.
I need another dream.

Love you, Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@c0.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Friday, April 29, 2005 11:21 AM CDT

Dearest Sweet Baby Benton,

Its hard to believe that you are gone and at this time last year i didnt even know your sweet soul. I am so grateful that i got to know you for a very short time. You are so sorely missed here. Nobody will ever forget you and we will always remember your sweet , kind, trusting and innocent soul. We love you.

Love Kim (Joe's mom)
kim leon <crawfordleon@hotmail.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Wednesday, April 13, 2005 9:28 PM CDT

My dearest, darling boy,
I miss you every single day. It's especially hard in the evening and and on weekends. Daddy and I love to talk of all the fun we had with you. You were so kind and gentle, so loving and trusting. How I wish we could have you in our arms, not just in our hearts. I love you, my sweetie.
Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Friday, April 8, 2005 10:00 PM CDT

Benton,

Yesterday was Easter. We had dinner and sat there and
took a moment to think about you and wish you a Happy Easter.
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and
talk to you. I hope you hear me because sometimes I need
help getting through the day and I ask you for help.

I love you!!!!!!!
Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA US - Monday, March 28, 2005 9:41 AM CST

Dear Angel Benton - I have been thinking so much about you this week before Easter. Your soul has risen, and you are with Christ. I remember my first Easter without my sons. It was difficult, but memorable. I felt close to my sons, and I hope your Mommie and Daddy feel especially close to you. Also I sat in church and cried, because I was so sad. Your dear parents are strong, but oh so sad without you. I pray for you and for them. Love, Mary O.
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Saturday, March 26, 2005 4:11 PM CST

Hey Benton, Happy Easter Week. I hope that you find lots of pretty colored eggs in heaven. I think about you everyday and pray that you are watching over your mom, dad and everyone who needs you. Aunt Val moved to Sacramento and Daddy helped her put in some lights and a dishwasher and stove, boy did he do a good job. Grandma and Grandpa Regello came over to my house 2 weeks ago, they seemed to like it okay. Mike and I have been doing alot of work too it, its looking better. Your are going to have a second cousin, Mike and I are really excited. We only wish that you were here to bless our child with your sweet voice and touch. You are always in my heart and mind, I miss you and love you, c-ya later.
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, Ca 95824 - Wednesday, March 23, 2005 12:12 AM CST

My darling boy,
It's been nine months since we lost you. I will never forget those last few days in the hospital or the moment Nurse Megan said that we had lost you. Daddy and I went and lit two candles at the Mission church for you yesterday. We would be getting ready for the beeping egg hunt now and you would be dying eggs. How happy you were last year, finding eggs and going to brunch with Mitchell, Del, and Katie. Our hearts are broken.
Love, forever and always, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Wednesday, March 23, 2005 11:37 AM CST

Benton,

It was wonderful seeing you in my dreams. Come again.
I Love You!!!!!

Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA US - Tuesday, March 22, 2005 4:51 PM CST

Dear Sweet Baby Benton,

You are missed every day! We think and talk about you daily. Your sweet soul is missed always until we see eachother again in heaven. I love you dear boy!
kim leon <crawfordleon@hotmail.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Sunday, March 20, 2005 2:13 PM CST

Dear Angel Benton, We miss you soooo much. A day doesn't go that we don't speak of you. There are always sooo many things that remind us of you. Nicole is always saying, "Benton would like this," or "This reminds me of Benton." Nicole REALLY wanted you in her class again this year. She was always very touched that you wanted to be in her class as well. We love you and miss you buddy.
Shawna, Jim, Nicole and Jake <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Friday, March 18, 2005 3:17 PM CST

My darling boy,
I miss you in the winter, I miss you in the spring, I miss you every day. I was just thinking today how you would have loved to go for a walk in the warm sunshine, and I see Shawna was thinking about your walks too. You would have taken big, happy steps and chatted about all kinds of fun things. The tears are running down my face so much, I can hardly see, but I can feel you, like you felt the sun. I love you, my dear one.
Love and kisses always, Mommy

Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Thursday, March 10, 2005 9:04 PM CST

Dear Angel Benton - I wish our family could have known you longer here--but I feel your peace in heaven. Every time I see your sweet face, it makes me smile. What a soul you have Benton. We only live awhile here on earth--and what an impact you made! People live long lifetimes, and never impact the people around them like you did. My heart hurts for your wonderful parents. It's hard to be here without you. But really, we are all like a little pebble in all eternity. With loving prayers. Mary O.
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Thursday, March 10, 2005 10:36 AM CST

Dear Benton, You continue to be in our thoughts each day. Jake talks about you to his bus driver. We all miss you soooo much. I remember holding your sweet hand on our walks. I always held on too tight. You were always soooo kind when asking me to loosen my grip a bit. You would laugh and say, "your doing it again." I wanted to hold on so tight. We miss you.
Shawna, Jim, Nicole and Jake <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Monday, March 7, 2005 10:10 PM CST

My darling angel,
I love everyone who writes to you and talks to you. Your sweet soul is missed. How I wish I could hold you one more time - I'd give anything for just a few minutes. Your smile lit up my life. Life's no fun without you.
Love forever and always, Mommy

Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Saturday, March 5, 2005 6:31 PM CST

My Sweet Boy:
Daddy really really misses you. I think about you everyday and wish I could just talk to you again! I sing "Lloyd George was my father" in the show every night like we use too. Oh I love you so much! Daddyo
Bob Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
Roseville, Ca usa - Tuesday, March 1, 2005 7:46 PM CST

Dear Angel Benton - We think about you daily--how could we not? You are a one-in-a-million sweet soul. I always have you and your sweet parents in my prayers. Our meeting was so brief--but we feel like we knew you forever. Our family will never forget you. Love, Mary Joseph's Grandma
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Monday, February 28, 2005 12:52 AM CST

Dear Sweet Baby Benton,

You are missed by so many people. Joe was in the hospital for his last chemotherapy treatment. I remember his first chemotherapy treatment when we had the best roommate ever-you of course! I'll never forget the day I laid eyes on you, you precious boy. I was talking to one of the nurses about you yesterday. She agreed that you were and are an angel. She mentioned that it was almost like there was a light that hovered around you. I agree and miss you very much. I love you. Love - Kim (Joe's mom)
kim leon <crawfordleon@hotmail.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Friday, February 25, 2005 9:11 PM CST

Hey Benton, I hope you are having a wonderful time in the heavens. I dreamt about you the other night. I had a dream that you called me on the phone and asked me how your mom was doing. I woke up thinking that I was actually talking to you on the phone, your voice was sweet as ever and who could ever forget that little laugh. I miss you tons and think about you everyday. Aunt Val and I have your pictures on our cell phones, so evertime I open my phone there you are. Well c-ya later. Love always Cousin Heather
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Monday, February 21, 2005 3:21 PM CST

My darling boy,
I miss you so much. Daddy, Katie, and Shawna help me get through the nights and weekends when I miss you the most - your sweet smile, holding your soft hand, talking to you about so many funny things.
I love you dear, forever and always, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
- Sunday, February 20, 2005 7:06 PM CST

Benton,

I thought of you alot yesterday. The charm you gave me
is a red heart. I wish I could see you even if it was in
my dreams. Heather said she saw you in her dreams the other night.

Love Always,
Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Tuesday, February 15, 2005 2:21 PM CST

My Sweet Little Valentine,
I miss your sweet smile, your love and kisses, and your kind heart, my dear, darling boy. You will be my love forever and always. I feel you in my heart.
Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Monday, February 14, 2005 9:19 PM CST

Dear Sweet Baby Benton,

You are missed so much! I think about you every day and know that you are with Jesus. That is comforting to me. I wish I could talk to you and kiss your sweet face. I love you Benton! Love-Kim (Joseph's mom)
kim leon <crawfordleon@hotmail.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Thursday, February 10, 2005 10:58 PM CST

My Darling Boy,
I couldn't sleep last night thinking of you. We had some of your favorite people over - oh, how you would have loved to eat pizza and play Uno with them! How Daddy and I miss our dear, sweet boy. I pray there is a heaven, because I know you are there.
Lots of love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Monday, February 7, 2005 7:26 PM CST

Dear Angel Benton - Never does a day go by that our family doesn't think about you and pray for your sweet soul. We knew you such a short time, Benton, yet it only took meeting you to know you are special. I want to remind your dear parents that you are not gone--they just can't see right now. Someone told me that recently, and that is how I feel about my dear sons. You probably know them! Love to you and love to your family. Joseph's Grandma
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Sunday, February 6, 2005 8:19 PM CST

My Dear One,
I am so happy that so many people still write on your web page. It gives me comfort to think that others will never forget you either. I love to talk about your kind ways and bright smile. What I would do to have you back for just a few minutes. I love you, my Darling Boy, forever and always.
Love and kisses, Mommy
PS - Blessings to the wonderful people who write to you.

Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Saturday, February 5, 2005 3:39 PM CST

Dearest Benton,
I know that you hear and feel the love that your wonderful family has for you. Not a day goes by that I do not think of your family and of you. How wonderful that you have a library dedicated to you. You are remembered and hold a very special place in my heart. Hannah speaks of you often. Even when we drive down Pleasant Grove she says, "Mommy, that is the way to Benton's house." The bear and the tiger you gave to her are prized posessions. I am so thankful that your memory not only burns in my heart, but also lives in the heart of my daughters. With much love,Kellie Welty
Kellie Welty <kwelty@drycreek.k12.ca.us>
Elverta, CA US - Wednesday, February 2, 2005 4:40 PM CST

My Dear One,
Remember when I used to read you that story where the Mommy told her daughter that she would always love her and called her 'my dear one?' Well, I will always love and miss you, forever and always, my dear, darling boy.
Vencil Brown School dedicated the biography section of the library to you and they are going to put out a lovely bench. You would be so proud. Everyone would love to tell you how they miss you very, very, very , very much - Especially Daddy and me!!!
Love and kisses always, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Thursday, January 27, 2005 10:20 PM CST

Dear Sweet Baby Benton,

I think about you every single day that goes by. You are so missed by so many. Especially your mommy and daddy! I heard that your school dedicated their library to you! That is soooo cool!!! Benton, they knew you were the best boy. I love and miss you forever. Love, Kim Leon (Joseph's mom)
kim leon <crawfordleon@hotmail.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Thursday, January 27, 2005 5:22 PM CST

Sweet Angel Benton - Please keep good watch over your wonderful parents. They are grieving hard and need to feel your presence from above. Everyone who ever had the privilege to know you misses your presence here. We all pray for your peace in heaven. Love and prayers. Mary O.
Mary C. Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Saturday, January 15, 2005 2:38 PM CST

Hey Benton, It has been a long time that I have wrote to you but not because I forgot about you for one second but because I have been swamped with work. I think of you everyday and know that you are looking down on all that love you. You are a guardian angel for all of us. I miss you so much, it is very hard not talking to you on the phone or taking you on a walk. But I know that you would want us to remember the good times and keep the memories strong. I hope that you had a gorgeous Christmas in the Heavens. I know that you could see all the beautiful Christmas light and trees. I hung all of the ornaments that you made me on my tree they looked so beautiful. I was sad when I had to put them away, but I wrapped them well and they will be there next year. I will cherish them forever. Mom and Dad came over to our house for the first time and they seemed to like it. Mom has some great ideas on how to fix up the house and Dad sure is a handyman. Dad is helping Mike and I put in a new sink in the bathroom. I'm glad they got to come and see our house. We are going to your school on Tuesday the 18th of January. They are dedicating the library to you. From what I hear they have got a ton of childrens biography books donated. I think that is awesome. Well I better go for now but I will see ya later. I love you and miss you very very, very, very, very, much. Love Cousin Heather
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, Ca United States - Tuesday, January 11, 2005 8:40 PM CST

Dearest Sweet Baby Benton,
Not a day goes by that you are not thought of. You are greatly missed by so many! Your mommy and daddy miss you so much and their broken hearts are trying to mend but are still so very raw. Help them to know that you are right there with them. We love you Benton.
love the Leon family
kim leon <crawfordleon@hotmail.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Saturday, January 8, 2005 3:12 PM CST

Dearest Angel Benton - You are so loved. You were such a great gift to so many people--I know you know this now. You are so very special. Love, Grandma Mary
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Friday, January 7, 2005 11:38 AM CST

Dearest, darling Benton,
It's a new year - a sad one without you in it. What I would give to kiss that sweet, soft cheek of yours or hold your cute, loving hand. I miss you so much. I'll love you forever and always, my dear baby boy.
Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Saturday, January 1, 2005 12:49 AM CST

Dear Angel Benton - We thought about you and your precious parents through this holiday time. I'm positive you are with them, looking over them. Their hearts are broken now, as they miss your presence in their lives--it is so empty without you. I must assure them that time (lots) will help, but never never will they go through a day without missing you. They loved you too much for that! The more a person loves, the more a person hurts, and that is a fact. It is way way better to hurt a lot, than to never have had you and loved you. Love to you always; we were honored to have met you. Love to your parents. Grandma Mary (Joseph's Grandmother)
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Sunday, December 26, 2004 11:57 AM CST

Dear beloved, baby Benton,
You wouldn't have liked me to call you my baby - you always told me what a big boy you were - but then I would tell you that you will always be my baby. Now you will always be my eight year old baby. My darling boy, I will never, ever stop loving or missing you. Merry Christmas dear Benton.
Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Saturday, December 25, 2004 7:06 PM CST

To Favorite Boy:
Today is one of your favorite days of the year! I know that you just loved to open your presents and everyone else's presents. Mom bought a present for Becky from you. It was body lotion like you always bought her every year. I really miss you but I will continue to try and help other people and families that are in need. I will call the Society for the Blind on Monday and see if they need any volunteer transportation providers because I know you would like me to do that and you would love to go for rides with me!! When I provide a ride I will tell the person about you and how proud I was and am of you!! Love, Your DaddyO
Bob Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
Roseville, Ca USA - Saturday, December 25, 2004 6:50 PM CST

Dearest Sweet Baby Benton,

Not a day goes by that I dont think about you and your precious soul. You are missed by so many, but especially your mommy and daddy. I love you dear boy. It's no constellation to us on earth who miss you, but we are happy that you will be sharing Christmas with the "Birthday Boy, Jesus". I'm sure you are his "right hand man"! We love you forever-

Love- Kim Leon(Joseph's mom) and Family
Kim Leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Thursday, December 23, 2004 12:02 AM CST

Dearest, darling Benton,
It was six months ago today that you slipped away from us -you tried so hard to hang on. I miss you every day. This Christmas seems so empty without you. We have tried to help others in your memory and many people have reached out to us. Bless them all. I would love to cuddle with you, my sweet boy.
Love and kisses always, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Wednesday, December 22, 2004 7:03 PM CST

Benton,

I really miss you at Christmas. You were the only person I
had fun buying presents for. I hope you have a beautiful white Christmas in Heaven. I Love You. Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Wednesday, December 22, 2004 1:02 PM CST

Hey Benton, I'm at work right now and I just heard the Hawaiian, Over the Rainbow. I just love that song and everytime I hear it it makes me miss you so much more. I hope that you are enjoying the holidays in Heaven. I wish that you were here with all of your loved ones for the holidays but we know that you are happy and enjoying your time in the heavens. I think about you all the time and look at your picture everyday while talking to you. I miss you and love you forever and ever. Love Always Cousin Heather.
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Friday, December 17, 2004 12:25 AM CST

Dearest Sweet Baby Benton,

Thank you so much for the beautiful basket of goodies for Joseph. Your mommy and daddy brought them to Joe in the hospital on Tuesday night. We love and miss you so much! It's so hard for your mommy and daddy because they loved you sooooooo much and their hearts are broken into pieces. Let them feel your presence. You are a gift from God to many people. I am lucky because I got to have the gift of knowing and loving you. You will live in my heart forever.
Love- Kim Leon (Joseph's mom)
kim leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Thursday, December 16, 2004 10:37 PM CST

Dear Angel Benton - We think about you and pray for your precious soul daily. We pray for strength for your parents. They are such wonderful parents and ache for your presence here. They came and saw Joseph this week while he was in the hospital. They brought him wonderful gifts to try to make him happy. They are hurting and we are helpless, and although they know you are peaceful and happy, it doesn't help much as they love you and miss you. Try to give them a sign from heaven, OK? I will always remember your strength and courage and sweet soul. Love from Mary (Joseph's Grandma)
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Thursday, December 16, 2004 12:05 AM CST

Hi Benton, I have been thinking about you and your family a lot. I hope that you are having a wonderful time in heaven. I just wanted to let you know that I still have the bracelet that you made and gave to me. I wear it almost all the time. I wear it when I need encouragement, hope, love, joy, and comfort. I wear it to help get through tuff times in my life. And it really works!!! You are such a strong and loving boy. You will always live in my memories!! Merry Christmas!!!! Thank-you so much!!!
-Love Victoria (Vicki) (from the hospital)
Victoria <pughv@sutterhealth.org>
- Thursday, December 16, 2004 3:10 AM CST

Dearest, darling boy,
Will Daddy's and my hearts ever heal? It doesn't seem like it gets any easier. We are sorry God took our sweet boy. We miss you so. Katie and other friends look out for us.
Love you lots, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Monday, December 13, 2004 8:19 PM CST

Hey Benton I hope that you are having a grand time in Heaven and that you are getting ready for Christmas. I miss you tons and the holidays are hard for everyone that ever knew you. I put up my Christmas tree just for you becasue I know you love Chrstmas. It looks so beautiful. I heard that your school is dedicating the library to you, that is awesome. I will donate some books. I miss you sweetie and think of you daily. I have a picture of you on my desk that I talk to everyday. Sometimes people wonder who I'm talking too and give me a funny look but oh well. I love you and miss you soooo much. Love Cousin Heather
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Monday, December 6, 2004 8:15 PM CST

Hey Benton:

I hope everything is well up in Heaven. I will sure miss
you this Christmas. I don't feel like doing any shopping
because you were the most fun to shop for. I think maybe
I won't celebrate Christmas this year. I think I will just
go someplace and think of you. Please help us get through
the Holidays. I love and miss you sooooooooooooooooo much.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Monday, December 6, 2004 5:24 PM CST

My darling boy,
Daddy and I miss you and your sweet, kind ways. You were always so thoughtful and tender hearted. Many of the nurses wrote to us and told us how special you were - but we knew that already.
Your school, Vencil Brown, is going to dedicate the library to you - especially the section where the biographies are. You loved true books so much!! Daddy and I will donate some books and the dedication will be in January.
I love you sweetie, and miss you, very, very, very, very, very, very much!!
Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Sunday, December 5, 2004 8:47 PM CST

This message is for you, sweet Benton, and your precious parents. We think of you each day and say prayers for peace for your Mommy and Daddy. We know you are happy, and we also know your parents miss your presence. Love and prayers. Mary and Bill Oliver (Joseph's Grandparents)
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Saturday, December 4, 2004 11:29 AM CST

Dear Sweet Baby Benton,

You are missed so much every day. We love you very much and miss your sweet face and voice, especially your giggle. I am thankful every day that i had the privlidge to get to know you. I love you dear boy!
Love, Kim Leon (Joseph's mom)
kim leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Thursday, December 2, 2004 12:20 AM CST

dearest benton, i think of you so much little boy. can you hear me?? every moring i say good morning benton!! i was pretty sad the other day at walmart, i was thinking of you and how it was always a challenge to pick out a toy that would interest you and that you would enjoy, although you were always grateful for all your gifts, but you were so smart i always wanted to get you something special that you would really like. i miss you so much all the time and i talk about you to all my friends and my customers at work because it helps to tell them about what a brave boy you were and how much joy your brought to everyone around you, especially your family, i was always so proud of you, and proud that you are my nephew. so little boy i pray for you and know that you are in good hands and one day i will see your sweet face again. i love you sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much!!!! nighty night, love aunt val
valerie alcorn <valerina@mako.com>
yuba city, ca usa - Tuesday, November 30, 2004 10:56 PM CST

Benton,

I miss you to much!!!!

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Tuesday, November 23, 2004 9:34 AM CST

Hi Benton, Thanksgiving and Christmas sure won't be the same without you. Without your sweet little laugh. We are going to go to Grandma and Grandpa Regellos for thanksgiving this year, there will be about 50 people there. Mom and Dad are going to stay home and be with Grandma and Grandpa Raiser, I hope they have a good time. It is hard for them but they are very very tough. I will miss the walks around grandma and grandpa regello's block before and after we eat, that was always fun. Everyone is missing you and wishing that you were still her on earth with us but we know that you are enjoying heavin to the fullest as you did your life hear on earth with us. I miss you and love you tons and tons and tons.
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Sunday, November 21, 2004 9:32 PM CST

Dearst, darling Benton,
Grandma Betty and Grandpa Don are on their way up to see us. You would be waiting so patiently for Grandma to come play with you - maybe the 'Loving Store,' where Grandma would buy kisses, or Uno. Daddy and I cry everyday, we miss you so much, but are thankful that we got to have you. What a wonderful blessing you were, our sweet, kind, loving boy.
I'll love and miss you forever, Mommy

Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Sunday, November 21, 2004 11:39 AM CST

Hi Angel Benton,

We thought of you a lot on our trip to Disneyland because I'm pretty sure it was your last vacation while you were here on earth. We just got back tonight and i thought id give you a message. I love you so much sweet little boy! We met 2 kids on our trip who had brain tumors. One little girl was comparing scars with Joe. We miss you very much and will always be grateful for being able to know you and your precious soul. We will always love you-Love Kim (Joe's mom)
kim leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Tuesday, November 16, 2004 3:47 AM CST

Hey Benton, I just thought I would drop in and say Hello. I miss you and love you tons. I think that Joe's grandma says it best in the last entry that she wrote, you are very happy were your at. Well I just wanted to say Hi and tell you that I love you. C-ya later love always Cousin Heather
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynn@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Tuesday, November 9, 2004 2:15 PM CST

Dear Angel Benton - Just like you, your parents are angels on earth. Your Daddy made Joseph so happy when he was in the hospital last week. Heather too. I heard he ate three pieces of pizza your Dad brought. He also came with gifts, one of them from you!! We pray for your Mommy and Daddy each day, so don't worry about them. I believe Dr. Kubler-Ross when she wrote that you are so happy where you are, that you wouldn't want to return here, and our life here is a blink of the eye in all eternity. Love, Mary (Joe's Grandma)
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Tuesday, November 9, 2004 11:15 AM CST

Dear Sweet Baby Benton,

Joe just got out of the hospital yesterday. Your Daddy-O and Cousin Heather came to see him. Your Daddy shared your handheld bowling game with Joe. He really enjoys playing with it! Also he has been eating a lot. Your Daddy brought Joe some pizza and he gobbled it up like you used to gobble up french fries and Waffel Crisp cereal! We miss you so much and love you so much. You are an extremely missed angel by us left here on earth. Until we see you again Benton you remain right in the middle of my heart. I love you forever.

Love, Kim (Joe's mom)
Kim Leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Sunday, November 7, 2004 1:45 PM CST

Hi Benton, I'm going to see Joseph tomorrow at the hospital and bring him some candy. I missed you on halloween. I bet that you were a ghost in heaven and had tons of fun and got tons of candy. I miss you and love you forever. C-ya later Cousin Heather.
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Wednesday, November 3, 2004 10:02 PM CST

Hi Benton,
My name is Gina I am a friend of your cousin Heather and of Kim's( Josephs mom). I wanted you know you are in my thoughts daily as 2 of my closest friends love you so much. I met you only one time and I remember what a sweet little boy you were. You had a watch that told you the time, I rememeber like it was yesterday how you would tell me the time. I also rememeber how you had candy and you passed it out in the halls. You are very special in my book as Kim and Heather talk of you all the time. I just wanted you to know how loved and missed you are by everyone you touched. Sweet dreams.
Gina
Gina Best <gina.best@usfood.com>
Sacramento, Ca USA - Tuesday, November 2, 2004 11:19 PM CST

Hi Dear Benton. Nicole missed you most on Halloween. She knew you loved Halloween and the day didn't feel right without you. We visited your parents for a short bit and they gave Jake and Nikki an extra big candy bar. Jake told everyone about the "big" candy. Love you.
Shawna and Nicole <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Tuesday, November 2, 2004 7:33 PM CST

My darling, sweet, baby boy,
Yesterday was Halloween - one of your favorite days. I cried and cried and cried, I miss you so. I wish you didn't have to leave me. Grandma Betty wondered what you would have wanted to be - I knew it was a dinosaur so you could roar! She cried too because you didn't get to call and count your candy with her. Mitchell, Nicole, and Jake came to visit. Every time the doorbell rang, I wished it was you - my heart hurts for my dear one.
Love and kisses always, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Monday, November 1, 2004 7:53 PM CST

Hi Sweet Benton,
I will love and miss you until I see you again. You are a precious soul and I knew it the first day that I laid eyes on you which was May 18, 2004. I am a blessed person to have known you. Thank you for letting me kiss your face and tickle you. Also thank you for all your giggles. love, Kim (Joe's mom)
kim leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Friday, October 29, 2004 11:15 PM CDT

Hey Benton did you see the eclipse last night? It was a red moon what a beautiful sight to see. And the Red Sox won the world series of Baseball. A red moon for the red soxs. HaHa. Well I miss you a ton and think about you every day. I love you and will c-ya later. Love Always Cousin Heather.
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Thursday, October 28, 2004 9:32 PM CDT

Not a day passes that we don't pray for and have Benton in our thoughts. We also pray daily for peace and comfort for Mommie and Daddy. It takes a very long time to adjust, and their hearts still hurt so. Love and Prayers, Mary O., Joseph's Grandmother.
Mary Oliver <erikthered@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Monday, October 25, 2004 6:17 PM CDT

Hey Benton me, Mike, Mom, Dad and Becky went to lunch yesterday. Mom and Dad wanted to take Mike and I out because they could not make it to the wedding. We ate at Claim Jumper and the food was great!!!! We had a good time. I miss you and love you tons and tons and tons. C-ya later love Cousin Heather.
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Sunday, October 24, 2004 7:23 PM CDT

Hi Sweet Benton,

Just thinking about you and thought i'd drop you a line. If i wrote to you every time i thought of you i would never leave my computer chair! Cousin Heather set up a caringbridge page for Joe so now he has one just like you. I love you darling sweet boy. My heart will never be the same after knowing you cause it has little "Benton footprints" all over it and i am so grateful for them!

Love,
Kim (Joe's mom)
kim leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Sunday, October 24, 2004 6:39 PM CDT

Hey Benton, I just thought I would drop in and say hello. I miss you and love you alot. I hope that you know that you are still thought of everyday by many different people. You are so very loved and have given insperation to so many people. I love you and will c-ya later.

Love Always, Cousin Heather
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Friday, October 22, 2004 2:50 PM CDT

Hi Sweet Angel Boy Benton,
I miss you very much. I wish i could call you and talk to you on the phone. Better yet i'd like to kiss you all over your precious face. Your little soul is missed more than you know. You are an inspiration to all who knew you. When Joe is down and out from the chemo and i am sad i always think of you. You were so concerned about everybody else. Taking good care of Joe in the hospital when he got sick or messed his pants. You are a true angel and will be missed until we are reunited in Heaven. We love you very much Sweet Child Benton.
Love,
Kim
(Joe's mom)

Kim Leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
elkgrove, California USA - Wednesday, October 20, 2004 10:48 PM CDT

Dear Benton,
Happy Birthday sweet angel boy! We know you are having a wonderful celebration in Heaven today. We think about you every day. I showed the boys your picture in the paper today. Joe wondered what you might be doing with Jesus today for your birthday. We love and miss you darling boy.

Love, Kim
(Joe's mom)
Kim Leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Monday, October 18, 2004 1:04 AM CDT

Happy Birthday Benton!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We thought of you a whole lot today. We sure wish you were here celebrating your birthday with us! We remember all the fun we had at your birthday last year. You really threw a big bash. We remember your dad riding the pony around the park---it was pretty funny. We wanted to visit your mom and day today, but I came down with a yucky stomach bug so I thought we better stay away. We hope you loved the sparklers and balloons--of course you did! You are sure loved.
Shawna and Nicole <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Sunday, October 17, 2004 8:47 PM CDT

It seems like only yesterday that Daddy and I were in the hospital having you. I was so happy - and I was even happier as the years went by and you grew into such a wonderful, kind, smart, funny and happy boy (a big boy)!! The house is so empty and lonely without you - so are Daddy and me. We miss you so much, but are so glad we had you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MY DEAR ONE!!
Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Sunday, October 17, 2004 6:46 PM CDT

Happy Birthday Benton!!!!!!
Hey buddy I went to Mom and Dads today they seem to be holding up well. We watched your movie and listened to your favorite songs. Me, Mom, Dad, Aunt Vicki, Aunt Val, Weeba, Dave, Jenny, Katie, Mitchell and Dell all sent ballons to the heavens for you to see. I know that you will get them, they were pink of course your favorite color. Then we let off sparklers and wrote your name in the air. Mitchell had fun with the sparklers. Everyone misses you and wishes that you were still with us, but we have to remember that you will always be with us in our hearts. I miss you and love you very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very much. Love you and c-ya later Cousin Heather.

P.S. Cousin Jake says Happy Birthday and that he loves and misses you much.
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Sunday, October 17, 2004 5:34 PM CDT

Happy Birthday My Sweet Boy:

Today was such a wonderful day in 1995! You were such a cute baby boy. I was the first one to hold you and I was very proud of you! Over the years I grew prouder and prouder of you because you were so thoughtful, kind, funny, smart, and just so very much fun to be with. I know today would have been you favorite day of the year. You really enjoyed all the friends and family that came to celebrate your birthday and you really liked to open those presents (even when they weren't yours)!! Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt Vicki, Aunt Valerie, and Heather are going to send some ballons off to you and light sparklers today to show you that we love you and we are always thinking of you, my boy! I love you very very very very very much, your dear old daddyo!!!!

Bob Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
Roseville, Ca USA - Sunday, October 17, 2004 9:17 AM CDT

Dearest Benton, We think of you all the time. We sure do miss you. Nikki speaks of you often and she really misses you. Even Jake talks to people about you! Nikki always finds things that she thinks you would like. She often smiles when she thinks about you. Did you know that she loved that you called her Nicole. Most of the kids in first grade called her Nikki, but you always called her Nicole--she loved that. Nikki always talks about your mom and dad. She is very anxious to go for a visit--she sures loves it over there. Nikki and Jake are sure enjoying your electric motorcycle. They always wanted one. Jake is even riding it on the high speed and I have to chase after him!! We love you and miss you very much!!
Shawna and Nicole <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Wednesday, October 13, 2004 11:04 PM CDT

Hey Benton! Today is your mom's birthday she and daddy are having a tough time this month, but I know they are strong and will make it through this tough time and they will do it for you because you would not like us to be miserable. Your birthday is on Sunday and I will be letting a balloon in the air for you so watch for it in heaven, I will write a message on it for you. I talked to Joseph the other day and he sounded like he was feeling a little better he is such a sweet boy and misses you. He was laying with our friend Gina's dog and was so happy. I was glad to hear that he was happy. Kim is such a great person also, I know that her and her whole family think of you all the time and will never forget you just like the rest of us. Mike and I got married on the 2nd of October and it was absolutly gorgeous very quiet and small. I will show mom and dad pictures. Well I love you and miss you very very very very very very very etc. much. C-ya Later Love forever Cousin Heather.
Heather Schouweiler <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Wednesday, October 13, 2004 10:30 AM CDT

My darling, darling boy,
I miss you so much. The house is so empty without you. Daddy and I will never get over the void we feel.
We would be planning your birthday now. You would have been nine years old on Oct. 17. How prould you would be. What kind of party would we have? I love you sweetheart.
Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Monday, October 11, 2004 8:24 PM CDT

Dearest Benton,

We miss you and think about you every day. Joseph told me that if his brain tumor comes back, that he will die and go to "Jesus's Place" . He assures me that it is the best place to be and for me not to worry if he goes there. He reminded me that he has plenty of friends there, "That angel Benton", Mr. Rogers and now his friend Barbara who just died from leukemia. Thank you for looking out for the children left here on earth who still have to suffer with cancer. I know that you have a part in Joe's peace with his diagnosis and the hope of "Jesus's Place". You are missed more than you could possibly know. Try and let your mommy and daddy know that you are fine and at peace. Any kind of sign would be comforting to them. Dear Angel Benton we love you very much and will always miss you until we meet again. Love, Kim (Joe's mom)
kim leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, California USA - Saturday, October 9, 2004 12:15 AM CDT

Hi Benton, it has been crazy for me the last couple of weeks. I have been so busy. Mike and I are getting married this coming weekend in Tahoe and how I wish that you could be there. But I know you will be watching from the heavens above, smiling down on us. I will take a picture of you with me and keep it close to me during the ceremony. I went shopping with your mom last weekend and we shopped for hours trying to find me a dress, but your mom picked out the perfect dress. I just love it and they got Mike a gorgeous suit that fits him perfect. Mom and Dad also went over to Aunt Vicki's on Friday night for dinner, Jake was home and we celebrated Grandpa's birthday. We had a good time. Well of course I miss you very, very, very, very, very much and will c-ya later. Love Always Cousin Heather.
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Wednesday, September 29, 2004 10:41 PM CDT

Benton Hope you are enjoyng heaven and all it has. watch over your mom and dad. I think each day they are getting a wee bit stronger. take care angel boy.
Tammie and Bailey
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
roseville, ca US - Thursday, September 23, 2004 1:38 PM CDT

Angel Benton:

I Love You and miss you.

vv
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Friday, September 17, 2004 5:00 PM CDT

Hi Benton, I heard your mom on the country radio tonight she was telling everyone how wonderful Make A Wish Foundation is and how you loved your massages. Then I heard an Alan Jackson song. It was hard to listen to, but I just try and remember how much you would want us to be happy. I love you and miss you very very very very much. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you and wish you were still here, but I know you are enjoying Heaven and having the best time doing everything you love. C ya later. Love Always Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Thursday, September 16, 2004 9:56 PM CDT

Dear Angel Benton, Joseph, Jacob and Kim and I think about you and pray for you daily at least. I am trying to reassure your dear Mother that some day she will not hurt so bad. The more you love, the more you hurt. Also, tears are God's purest form of prayer. You touched so many lives with your sweet soul, and we believe you are at peace, but that doesn't help much with your loved ones who are left behind who ache for your presence. Please send them a sign in their daily lives or dreams that you are OK. Love from Joseph's Grandmother, Mary.
Mary Oliver <ERIKTHERED@AOL.COM>
Sacramento, CA U - Saturday, September 11, 2004 12:51 AM CDT

My dearest, darling boy,
It's the start of the weekend and they are always the hardest for me. I miss you most then, and also in the evenings. I miss your sweet voice, your tender kisses, your small hand in mine, and all the cute things you said to Daddy and me. Our lives will never be the same without you. I don't know if I'll ever stop crying. My heart is broken, yet it still beats. I wish I could be with you.
Love and kisses always, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Friday, September 10, 2004 6:17 PM CDT

Hi Benton this weekend I saw grandma and grandpa Regello. They gave me some good grapes off of their vines and grandma gave me some of her strawberry jam. They weren't doing much just hanging around the house. I miss you and love you tons and tons. C-ya soon.

Love Always
Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Sunday, August 29, 2004 7:38 PM CDT

Benton it has been about 2 months and we so miss you but will rmember you would like us not to dwell on the bad but remember ALL the good. Watch over mom and dad as it takes so long to get through each day and they miss you so, much more then any of us and that seems impossible but it is not.
be a happy and free boy
Tammie and Bailey
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
roseville, ca US - Thursday, August 26, 2004 8:49 AM CDT

Hi Benton, It has now been a little over 2 months since you have been innocently taken from all who love you. I miss you tons but remain happy knowing that you would not want us to be sad and that you are having a wonderful time in heaven. I bet in heaven you can eat all the Jelly Bellies you want even for dinner. I think of you and miss you daily but I know I will c-ya later. I love you so, so, so, so, so, so much.

Love Always and Forever
Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Wednesday, August 25, 2004 9:50 PM CDT

Angel Benton,

It has been two months since you left us. I feel like it has been a lifetime. I miss you so much. I especially miss talking to you on the phone and hearing you say "Oh hi
Aunt Vicki" in your sweet voice. I think of you everyday.
I Love you Aunt Vicki.
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Monday, August 23, 2004 9:58 AM CDT

Dearest Benton,
We think of you so often. I am glad for this webpage, so I can feel like I am in touch with those who miss you. I thinks about your family, and wish I could meet your cousin Heather sometime. I want to give her a long, warm hug. You and your mom and dad are in my prayers daily. I can instantly sit with you in your "playroom" and hear your voice as you sort your toys.
Miss you tons,
Dianne and John too

John and Dianne Flynn
Fair Oaks, Ca USA - Sunday, August 22, 2004 9:41 PM CDT

My dear big boy,
I can't believe that it has been two long months since you were taken from us. Daddy and I miss you every day. Our hearts are broken, but we cherish so many wonderful memories. You were always so happy so I try to be happy too. I love you forever and always.
Hugs and kisses,
Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
Roseville, CA - Sunday, August 22, 2004 8:21 PM CDT

Hi Benton, I love you very much and miss you very much. I hope that you can see all of the things that you couldn't see when you were here with us. I know that you could see us with your heart and hands, and you knew what all of us look like with your heart. I know that everyone here on earth misses you but we know that you are in a beautiful place watching over all of us. I love you very very very much. C ya later.

Love Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Monday, August 16, 2004 9:11 PM CDT

My dearest, darling boy,
I miss you every day!! What a wonderful son you were; how proud I am of you!! Although I may cry for you daily, my grief is a small price to pay for the honor of loving you. Eight short years was just not enough!!
Your wonderful friends have been looking out for us. We really felt you in the bowling alley. Daddy, Weeba and I went to Sutter Memorial Hospital to thank some of the nurses for caring for you so well. We need to go back and thank Jeff, Axelina, and many others.
I want to kiss you and cuddle with you, the best boy in the whole wide world!!
Love and kisses always, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <regello@pdqnet.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Saturday, August 14, 2004 1:42 PM CDT

Hi Benton I looked through my photo albums last night and I have some great pictures of you. They reminded me of what are great boy you are and how much you are loved and missed. I think of you all the time and miss you tons and tons. c ya later.
Love Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA 95824 - Thursday, August 12, 2004 5:42 PM CDT

Benton, thanks for helping me find my I.D. and badge.
I miss you and think of you often. I love you.

Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Wednesday, August 11, 2004 9:50 AM CDT

Benton,
I'm glad I got to see you on your final day. I regret not being able to make it to your funeral. You are one of the greatest kids I ever had the pleasure to work with. You were always concerned about others which is a rare quality that only comes with maturity. Even though you passed at a young age, you lived a full life. May your actions and wisdom guide every person you touched.
--Jeff Gonsalves
Jeff Gonsalves <JEFFGONSALVES@prodigy.net>
Citrus heights, CA - Wednesday, August 11, 2004 8:12 AM CDT

hi, been thinking alot about you benton. i miss you everyday. i listened to my answering machine the other night and heard your sweet voice. how i miss your phone calls, even if you didnt talk much, just the fact that you wanted to talk to me made me feel special. love you always..

aunt val
valerie alcorn <valerina@mako.com>
yuba city, ca usa - Tuesday, August 10, 2004 11:57 PM CDT

Hi Benton I have been thinking about you alot lately. I miss you and love you tons. I think myself, mike, aunt vicki, big mike s., aunt val, mom, dad, grandma and grandpa and sister becky are going out to dinner on Saturday. Mom and dad had a pretty good vacation, I think they got some rest. Well see ya later

Love Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Thursday, August 5, 2004 10:01 PM CDT

Benton I hope you watched over mom and dad while they were on there journey to visit grandma. They miss you so much as do we and my heart ahces for them. Watch over us all angel boy

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
roseville, ca US - Wednesday, August 4, 2004 10:23 AM CDT

Hi Benton, I find myself thinking about you and your parents everyday. Just wanted you to know you are missed so very much!
Love
Wendy Jones
Wendy Jones <wendyjones@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Monday, August 2, 2004 11:04 AM CDT

Hi Benton,
Josephs Birthday Party was today and it was a blast. All the kids went swimming except Joseph he didn't want to. He sat by me and we talked and watched everybody swimming. He got lots of toys and money for his birthday. He seems to be doing good he was very happy today. He broke the pinata open. I hope mom and dad had a good vacation and got some rest. I miss you and love you tons and tons.

Love Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Saturday, July 31, 2004 9:11 PM CDT

Angel Benton,

I have been thinking about you alot and I miss you very, very, very, very much. I hope your Mom and Dad are resting on their vacation. I Love and miss you soooooooo much.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Thursday, July 29, 2004 2:53 PM CDT

Hi Benton, Joseph's B-day party is this weekend and I will be going. The gift will be from me, mom, dad and you. I have been praying for Joseph alot and hope that he gets better soon. Well I miss you tons and love you tons. Love Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento`, CA 95824 - Monday, July 26, 2004 3:39 PM CDT

hi benton,
i just got back from new york and had a really good time. you were of course on my mind much of the time i was there. i went into a little church in little italy in manhattan and said a prayer for you. it was a beautiful church and there was a mass going on. it felt very peaceful there and i felt very close to you. i miss you very much little boy every day, every minute, every second. i took a picture of the church so i could show your mom and dad when i see them. i love you benton

aunt val
valerie alcorn <valerina@mako.com>
yuba city, ca us - Sunday, July 25, 2004 12:02 AM CDT

Hi Benton I think that we all had a good night last night. Me, Mom, Dad, Aunt Vicki, Kate, Mitchell and Dell. Mitchell and Dad went swimming while the rest of us sat on the side of the pool and talked. We sent you messages on the balloons we let go and lite some sparklers. It was fun and we all watched the balloons until we could not see them anymore. We also watched a video that one of your friends made for you, we all cried but it was a fun cry we reminissed about all of the great times that we had with you. Mom and Dad seem to be getting alot of support from everyone. They miss you deeply but remember the good times and that is what keeps everyone going. I miss you tons and love you lots, see ya later. Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Friday, July 23, 2004 9:53 AM CDT

Benton,
I was thinking of you today and was wondering if you met my mom in heaven, if so tell her that I miss her and love her very much. You are an angel sent from heaven and are loved and missed by all. Tell we meet again.
Lisa Howard <kevnlisa@hotmail.com>
Antelope, CA USA - Thursday, July 22, 2004 11:33 PM CDT

To the sweets boy in the whole wide world:
Dad misses you so much! I miss seeing you when I come home from work every night. I miss getting a kiss from you when I come in. I miss playing UNO with you every night (At least 3 games Dad!). I miss getting phone calls from you at work (at least 2 or 3 each day). I miss carrying you upstairs to bed each night. I miss fishing with you. I have always been proud of everything that you have done and that is one thing that I will alway be and that is proud to be your Dad! You are the most wonderful son that a father could ever have! Love your DaddyO
Dad <regello@pdqnet.com>
Roseville, Ca USA - Thursday, July 22, 2004 10:26 PM CDT

Benton I was thinking of you today and did not why until Istarted reading your web page and then realized what day it was. Be with mom and dad they are trying but finding it hard. we all miss you so very much. do something fun in Heaven today and send warm fuzzys down to your loved ones. Watch over all of us
Soar high with the angles.
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca US - Thursday, July 22, 2004 7:22 PM CDT

Benton,

I guess Heather has told you that we are going to your
house tonight. I am going to bring Petey and Asia so
they will be at your house too. I miss you very, very,
very, much but I know you would not want everyone to be
sad. Your mom and dad are having a hard time so try and
help them out. We will be sending you messages tonight.

Love you always,

Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Thursday, July 22, 2004 12:20 AM CDT

Hi Benton well it has been a month since you have passed on and I still miss you like never before. I know that everyone is thinking of you today. Aunt Vicki and I are going to go over to your house tonight and visit with mom and dad and let off some ballons in the sky so you can get them. Aunt Val is in New York right now and will be saying a prayer for you, she told me that she went to a catholic church in New York yesterday and said a prayer to you. I will write again soon. I miss you so much and Love you forever. Love Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
sacramento, CA United States - Thursday, July 22, 2004 11:20 AM CDT

Hi, Benton,
We think of you always. We miss e-mails, phone calls, your sweet voice which I can hear in my heart, and the idea that you are here. We spent some time with your mom and dad who are so sad and miss you so much. Enjoy building sandcastle in the sky and think about those who love you.
John and Dianne Flynn <Johnf@Pacbell.net>
Fair Oaks, CA USA - Wednesday, July 21, 2004 9:43 PM CDT

Hi Benton I miss you tons. I sit outside everynight and look up into the sky and wonder which star you are. And then I just think that they are all you and you are looking down on everyone that cares about you and you must need a billion stars for that. I will be seeing Joseph and Jacob soon for Joseph's birthday. I hear he is doing pretty darn good. I make sure I pray for him everynight just like you do. I miss you alot and love you even more Love Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA 95828 - Monday, July 19, 2004 10:11 PM CDT

My dearest, darling boy,
I had to go to a class today. It's the first time I've been to 'work' since you got sick. I didn't know anyone - so no one knew you. I feel like I am in a time warp - other people have moved on, but I am just here missing you so very, very, very much. I will never get over missing you. I will always love you.
Love,
Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Monday, July 19, 2004 8:55 PM CDT

Angel Benton,

I think of you everyday and wish that you were still
with us. I know you are in a better place but I still
miss you. Every time I talk to Grandma Regello she
cries because she sees your pictures and she misses you.
We all miss and Love you very very much.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Monday, July 19, 2004 9:37 AM CDT

Hi Benton I thought of you last night when Mike and I were outside, I looked at the sky and wondered which star was you. I was just looking through some pictures and found some of you and am going to make a scrapbook. I miss you a ton and think of you all the time. I just keep thinking that we will be together again someday. I will keep thinking of you always. Love Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA 95828 - Tuesday, July 13, 2004 8:33 PM CDT

Hey Benton I am missing you and thinking of you often I have seen Mom a few times and went walking like we were all suppose to at the mall. She is doing ok and the best she is able. watch over her and dad and all the people that care so much for them and you. Be free with the angles Benton

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca US - Monday, July 12, 2004 10:52 AM CDT

Hi Benton, Its me again Cousin Heather. I miss you so much. I wish that I could call you up and ask you how you are feeling and hear your voice. Mike and I went to a craft fair this weekend and saw alot of beeded jewelry like what you made all of us with the heart beads. It reminded me of you so much but I enjoyed looking at the jewelry because it reminded me of how much you use to love making them. I still wear my bracelet everyday and so does aunt Val. I keep it close to my heart. I miss you and love you very much. Love Cousin Heather.
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Sunday, July 11, 2004 6:54 PM CDT

Dear Benton,

I think about you every day. I can still hear your sweet voice inside my head. I liked hearing you giggle. Benton, I only knew you for one month. I met you on May 18th and you were with Jesus just a few weeks after that.. Wow, I am so glad I got the chance to meet and get to know you. You have impacted my life and my family's life for the better! I love you so much you sweet angel. I liked it when I called you on the phone and I told you I missed you, you told me you missed me and I knew you meant it. I loved giving you kisses all over your face. Thank you for the privlidge of knowing you. I also thank your mom and dad for sharing you too. If I was them I would want to hog you up all for myself. Joe was in the hospital on June 29th and I talked to the nurses about you and how much we missed you and what an angel of a boy you are! Jacob cries about you and Joe and I remind him that you are with Jesus and in no pain and have no worries. Sweet Benton, I will love you forever........
Love,
Kim Leon (Joe's Mom)

Kim Leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, CA USA - Sunday, July 11, 2004 0:43 AM CDT

benton, i miss you so much. i see your pictures around the house and i always say "hi benton, i love you". i still have messages from you on my answering machine. i have not been able to listen to them yet. i kept them just thinking that if something happened to you i would at least still be able to hear your voice. but you are always in my heart, i think of you all the time and talk to you, and when i cry i feel better and i think that you wouldnt want aunt val to be sad, so i try to smile and think of all the wonderful things you were. but being only human i wish so much that i could touch you again and scratch your back and hold your hand and go to toys r us and go shopping. i just miss you so very very very very very very much. i try to console myself knowing you're in heaven, but you have left such a void in so many peoples lives and you are loved and missed so much. i love you benty. aunt val
valerie alcorn <valerina@mako.com>
yuba city, ca usa - Thursday, July 8, 2004 10:04 PM CDT

Benton, I never thought I could miss someone so much as I do you. I think of you constantly and If I am not thinking of you directly you are always in the back of my mind. I thought about you on forth of July and how you loved the sparklers, I could not light one for you but I wanted to. I new that you could see the enormous firworks from heaven and enjoyed them even more that a sparkler. I went to see Joseph Leon in the hospital I think he is feeling much better and he thinks of you often. I also met Jacob and Kim they are the sweetest people and I pray for them daily and I know you are watching over them. I miss you very, very, very, very, very much. Love always, Cousin Heather.
Heather Van Natta <heathera_a@hotmail.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Thursday, July 8, 2004 4:22 PM CDT

Benton, Oh, you are missed! In the short time that I knew you, you really grabbed hold of my heart! I think about you daily and I am in awe over the strength and courage you always showed! I still have the necklace you made me when Mark was at your house. Every time I see it, it brings a smile to my face. Thank you for bringing more meaning to my life. I will never ever forget you and your phenomenal parents!!
Love,
Wendy Jones
Wendy Jones <wendyjones@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Thursday, July 8, 2004 8:35 AM CDT

I am a better man because I came to meet Benton Regello. He reminded me of how fortunate most of us are and how to stop and see and hear the little things that we take for granted. I am a better man, husband, father and human and I owe this to Benton. I will never forget you. I do not understand life, but I will not live in fear of it. Instead I will live each moment to its fullest.
Rich Hanlin <richhanlin@rosevillehomeloans.com>
Roseville, CA Placer - Wednesday, July 7, 2004 6:13 PM CDT

My Dearest Boy,
I miss you every day. I miss you sweet smile and kind words, your hugs and kisses, and your beautiful laugh. You are always in my thoughts and my heart.
I will never get over your passing, but kind friends and family are helping Daddy and me with our grief. Katie, Tammie, Shwana, Aunt Jody, Aunt Val, Aunt Vicki, Grandmas and Grandpas and many others are calling us and keeping us busy.
I miss my little Angel. Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Wednesday, July 7, 2004 11:41 AM CDT

Dear Benton,

I miss you very much. You were very nice to me and I will never forget you. You were the nicest boy in the world and now you are the nicest boy in heaven! I'll see you again some day.
Love,
Jacob

Jacob Leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, CA USA - Wednesday, July 7, 2004 0:31 AM CDT

Benton,

I miss talking to you and think of you every day. Every
time I walk in a store I see things that you might like
and think of you and wish you were still here.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Tuesday, July 6, 2004 10:38 AM CDT

Daddy and I miss you so very, very much, Benton. Nothing seems fun any more. We were going to light a sparkler for you last night, but we were just too sad. We will never forget you!! I love you very, very, very, very, very, very much!! You were the best son in the whole wide world!! Love and kisses, Mommy
Jeanne Regello <Regello@pdqnet.com>
- Monday, July 5, 2004 10:03 PM CDT

My condulances go out to you and your family, stay strong. I know its not an easy thing to live with.

Best of wish's
Shayne Pharis
Marysville, CA USA - Monday, July 5, 2004 12:00 AM CDT

Dear Benton's Family,
I just read your story in our local paper and went to your website. I too am the mother of a child with cancer and just cannot understand why there are so many people out there abusing their bodies and throwing their lives away and then there are our precious children who are forced to fight for life....it just isn't fair. Bless you and your family!
Sherrie Dunn <caringbridge.com/oh/abbiedunn or sherrie_d@treca.org>
Morral, Oh USA - Friday, July 2, 2004 11:11 PM CDT

After reading Chaplain Norris's article in the local newspaper, I had to visit the Caring Bridge website to learn more about Benton. What a brave soul! What a Blessing from God! Isn't it amazing as adults, what we can learn from children? My deepest sympathy to Benton's family and friends, for a tremendous loss. God Bless all of you.
Cyrilla Smith <csillers@columbus.rr.com>
Philo, Ohio United States - Friday, July 2, 2004 2:30 PM CDT

Hello Jeanne and Bob. Benton has touched my life in so many ways, I was glad to be there and support the both of you and our little angel. James sends his wishes, and proudly uses his key chain. I keep my penguin along with the others, and rub his belly when I get a chance. I hope you have peace for yourselves, there are no seas to large to keep an angel from flying. With Lots of Lovies and Kisses, Deirdre 916-801-4159
Deirdre Lyons <deirdrelyons@animail.net>
Carmichael, CA - Wednesday, June 30, 2004 8:38 PM CDT

The service was beautiful and so is your little boy. The story written by the chaplin was wonderful and sweet and I want to thank you for sharing it. Also thank you for sharing your little boy. Bailey, Amanda, and I are better people for knowing him. Please remember I am not only Benton's friend but yours and Bobs as well and I am not going anywhere. I promise to keep in touch. take care and take some pleasure in knowing what a sweet wonderful boy he is.
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca US - Wednesday, June 30, 2004 10:20 AM CDT

Dear Angel Benton

I am unable to fully express my feelings of joy for the end of your trial on earth and the beginning of your future in heaven. I an also unable to express my sorrow for the loss of your presence with your family. You were born to great parents and I expect that you learned from them how to give so much back to those around you. You have left a footprint on this earth like very few before you.

You touched so many lives.
Ann Day <JANNDAY@aol.com>
Winters, CA USA - Monday, June 28, 2004 1:49 PM CDT

Bob and Jeanne, Your care of Benton and example of living has been an example of Jesus' love for us. In times of thinking "does anyone really know what we are going through" we pray you will remember that "YES, Jesus always knows your thoughts, heart, pain, love, and all that you are going through". Our prayers are for your faith to remain strong as you continue to love each other and know that you have made in a difference in others. Stephanie said the other night, "You know what mom and dad, Benton can see now!" What a great thought to keep in mind that he is healed now and is with Jesus. God bless you all. Love,
Cliff, Cary, Meagan, Kristen, and Stephanie Wilcox <cwilcox@fds.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Monday, June 28, 2004 11:32 AM CDT

Dear Bob and Jeanne,
What a gift Benton was to all of us. He taught me how to listen when no one was speaking. Benton was full of life and wisdom for a child; wise beyond his years. I will always remember his sweet little voice saying, Teacher Gwenda. Thank you Bob, Jeanne and Benton for being a special part of my life. He will live in me always.
Love, Teacher Glenda
Glenda Chun <foothillkate@msn.com>
Auburn, CA USA - Monday, June 28, 2004 1:38 AM CDT

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Regello and Family,
We enjoyed meeting and visiting with Benton at our store and helping him to choose music for his listening pleasure. We know that he enjoyed music a great deal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Report Card <info@reportcard.net>
Citrus Heights, CA USA - Sunday, June 27, 2004 10:47 PM CDT

Bob and Jeanne,
While I haven't seen Benton since you moved from Heath Peak, my prayers were and are always with him and you two. I will always remember Benton's voice calling Buddy(dogs name)and watching Benton help Bob shovel rocks or mow the lawn. He was a very kind, loving and smart child. Benton is missed. Annette
Annette Poole <asp9372@aol.com>
Antelope, - Saturday, June 26, 2004 0:04 AM CDT

We will miss Benton's smile and his laugh. We are thinking of you and our prayers are with you.
Kayla and Dorie Stoneking
Roseville, CA USA - Friday, June 25, 2004 4:21 PM CDT

A friend of mine shared with me your website. I am so sorry for your loss. I, too, have lost a child almost 8 months ago. I know there is pain, but find comfort in knowing that Benton has no more pain or suffering. He will be your little angel and will be waiting for you in heaven. In the face of eternity, the years that you have apart down here will seem like seconds to him. Know that my prayers are with your family.
Sara Lee <cyberneuro@hotmail.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Friday, June 25, 2004 2:18 AM CDT

Mr. and Mrs. Regello, Benton was always fun to play with when I visited at your house. I liked him very much. He was really nice to me. He shared his gumball machine each time I came over to play. We liked gumballs. When he moved away I was sad 'cause it wasn't so close to my house. I'm glad Benton was my friend, I will miss him. Love Jenelle Pickard
Pickard Family sends condolances and prayers. Sincerely Ken, Sheri, Kelsey and Jenelle.
Jenelle Pickard <agentpick@surewest.net>
Antelope, CA USA - Thursday, June 24, 2004 10:38 PM CDT

May God's arms surround you all at this time. It was through Chaplin Norris that I read about your loss. May God Bless you as you walk this path.
Delores Johnson
Yucca Valley, CA San Bernardino - Thursday, June 24, 2004 9:35 PM CDT

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Regello & Becky,
You all our in our prayers, Now Benton can run and see and not hurt anymore in God's care.
He was the bravest boy I ever seen in my life.
The Dynes family <lgdynes@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca USA - Thursday, June 24, 2004 4:17 PM CDT

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Regello & Becky,

Jeanette and I have you all in our prayers. Benton will be missed.

Love,

Gale Glover
Antelope, CA - Thursday, June 24, 2004 3:54 AM CDT

Dear Jeanne,Bob and Becky,
I was so very sorry to hear of Benton's passing. I only met him a few times, but I was always so impressed by his easy manner and his kind heart. I remember when Gregory and I came for lunch about 3 or 4 years back. Benton was so generous with his toys and put Greg right at ease with his friendly ways. I can not even begin to understand the depth of your loss. I want you to know that you are in my heart and in my thoughts. I am very sad that I will not be able to attend the services at the church on Monday. I would give anything to be there, but I will be out of town. May you find peace in knowing that Benton touched so many lives during his time on this earth. Love, Laura Pavlos
Laura Pavlos <laurapavlos@comcast.net>
Citrus Heights, CA USA - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 11:43 PM CDT

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Regello and Becky,
I am sorry that Benton passed away. But at least he will be risen from the dead and will be given a new body. He will be given new eyes and his body will be perfect. I promise you that God will do a great job taking care of him. I will always pray for you. Even though Benton is in heaven, our friendship will never end. I will always know that Benton will be in my heart.
Madison Javier <carolynj@calweb.com>
Granite Bay, CA USA - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 11:03 PM CDT

Dear Jeanne and Bob - I'm so sorry that you are having to go through this. Benton was a wonderful young man and I want to thank you for allowing me to be a part of your lives over the last few years. I hope that I've been able to help not only Benton, but also both of you. When I remember Benton (and I will!) it will be with a smile...he brought smiles into every room he entered. He was a joy to care for and I'd like to think of him in Heaven passing candy out to all of God's angels! Due to my work schedule I will be unable to attend the service on Monday but you all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love - Your "Jingle-bell" Nurse, Margie
Margie Randolph <mommymagpie@calweb.com>
Orangevale, CA USA - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 8:59 PM CDT

GOD BLESS YOU ALL! ILL BE THINKING OF YOU AND PRAYING FOR YOU! HUGS, KELLY CARLISLE KELLYMCARLISLE@AOL.COM
KELLY CARLISLE <KELLYMCARLISLE@AOL.COM>
LAS VEGAS, NV USA - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 4:26 PM CDT

Just wanted to honor this brave young man.
I am Matthew Lanoie's(from scouts) uncle from CO, my sister Marcia passed this news along and I felt like I should respond
P. Christopher Apsley <chris_apsley2001@yahoo.com>
Pueblo, CO United States - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 2:22 PM CDT

Dear Jeanne and Bob,

Words cannot express the sadness in our hearts with the passing of our angel Benton. Heaven is an even better place with Benton there. Prasie God that Benton was sent to earth even for only a short time. He has impacted so many people in so many ways. I will never forget how caretaking he was with Joseph in the hospital when he was so sick himself. Benton reminds me of Jesus and I'm glad I was able to tell him so. I will never stop loving that dear soul. Thank you for so selflessly sharing him with others. We are better people after being able to know and love Benton.
Love- The Leon Family
Kim Leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, CA USA - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 2:02 PM CDT

Dear Jeanne and Bob,
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your son with me. His spirit will live on forever and I know that he is looking at a beautiful new world with eyes wide open, seeing things only Heaven can show him. My tears and my prayers are with you and my gratitude goes to the Heavenly Father who gave sweet Benton a peaceful, blessedly short ride home. How wonderful it is that he was baptised this spring! My love is with you all.
Candy Goulette <cagoulet@starstream.net>
Lincoln, CA USA - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 12:08 AM CDT

To Benton's Family and friends:
I only "knew" him through Chaplain Norris' column...and then the website established for him, but my heart goes out to you and yours.
If I may recite one of my favorite blessings for you: May God bless you and keep you, May God make his face to shine upon you and
be gracious to you, May God lift his countenance upon you and give you peace. Amen. God bless.
Tammie O
Vernon, NJ USA - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 12:02 AM CDT

I feel as though I know Benton, although I have never met him. I worked with Heather and learned so many great things about him. I feel it is important that you know that I pray for him and his family everyday- and you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Teri Driscoll <Driscollzoo@sbcglobal.net>
Yuba City, CA USA - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 8:49 AM CDT

Dear Benton, Jeanne and Bob, As I sit here trying to write of feelings difficult to express, I am in awe of how many lives you have touched, people you have loved and of all the people who love you. That speaks volumes about what a wonderful, caring and kind young man you are. We will pray for you as you begin this new journey-- spread your wings and soar!! Love, Patty and Joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler <pattynjoel@yahoo.com>
Bend, OR USA - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 11:29 PM CDT

Dear Benton and All of Your Loved Ones,
May you be nurtured by God's love always. Let the angels surround you with sweet serenity. May we all meet eventually in Paradise.
Angel hugs to you,
Cindy and Jordan
Cindy and Jordan
Truth or Consequences, NM Sierra - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 11:15 PM CDT

Dearest Benton,

I don't know where to start. We have known you for about 2 or 3 months and feel like we've known you forever. I thank God to have been able to meet you and spend some time with you. You are an angel on earth and will be one with golden wings in heaven. We love you so much. Thank you for taking such good care of Joseph in the hospital when he was throwing up and in pain. You were such a pleasure to be roomies with. We will miss you. Thank you for the footprints you have left on our hearts. We will always remember what a brave young boy you are . Joseph is praying for you now as I am typing this to you. He says, "God is with Benton and Benton will get to play with Jesus and Mr. Rogers in heaven." We will be praying for a smooth and joyous trip to heaven for you. We will also be praying for your wonderful mommy and daddy. Until we meet again in heaven Benton, we love you forever.

Love- Kim, Joseph, Jacob and John

Kim Leon <johnleon@ardennet.com>
Elk Grove, CA USA - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 9:48 PM CDT

Hello Benton and family,
We haven't forgotten about our favorite little Boy Scout! We think about you all the time and are sending you lots of love. You are in our prayers and thoughts always. We admire your strength and courage so much. We love you so much Benton. Please give your Mom and Dad a hug for us.
Love, Phil ,Marcia and Matthew Lanoie
Marcia Lanoie <Mlanoie@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA US - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 9:46 PM CDT

Hello Angel,
I am sad we didn't get to hang out on Friday. It was much needed that I saw you today. I am glad Jennie was able to come with me. Im glad I gave you huggies and kissies, I love you very much angel.
Deirdre Lyons
- Tuesday, June 22, 2004 8:59 PM CDT

Benton my love:

Soar High like you did on this earth.

Love ALWAYS,

Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 8:13 PM CDT

Dear Benton,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as your sunny soul makes the journey from darkness into the Light. We are blessed to know you and your wonderful parents.

Dianne and John Flynn <Johnf@PacBell.net>
Fair Oaks, CA USA - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 7:46 PM CDT

Dear Benton - We have been most blessed to have met you. Our family is praying for your precious soul. You have touched our lives in such a profound way. Love, Bill and Mary Oliver (We are Joseph Leon's grandparents)
Mary Oliver <ERIKTHERED@AOL.COM>
Sacramento, CA USA - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 4:49 PM CDT

Benton,
You are such an angel already, you belong in heaven. You have touched each one of our lives and have made us realize what is important in this world. Although we have only known you a few years, you will remain in our hearts forever! We will continue to pray for peace and healing for you and your mom and dad.
Julie, Erik, and Jack Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA 95678 - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 2:48 PM CDT

Benton, you have given us gifts we never knew existed, and inspired us in ways we could never have imagined. As you begin this new journey, please know that you have accomplished what people spend decades trying to do� you have changed this world and those who knew you for the better. We�ll never forget you. God Bless you.
Love, the Sheldons
the Sheldons
Roseville, CA USA - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 1:24 AM CDT

Benton you are such a brave and wonderful person and your soul will always be felt around me. You are so special and I truely am a better person for knowing you this past two years. Please watch over us at our scout meetings and Iknow that heaven will be so happy to have such a great little boy. I pray for you and for mom and dad and I promise to always be ther for mom when ever she needs anything.
We love you Benton: go home quickly
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca - Tuesday, June 22, 2004 0:04 AM CDT

Benton, I love you so much. I look forward to the day that you can see me in heaven. You are the bravest little man I know and you will always be in my heart and soul. You have touched many lives and will be remembered by many. I love you always. Love Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Monday, June 21, 2004 9:59 PM CDT

Benton I am so sorry you are back at the hospital. Get strong and well soon so you can come home. I am waiting to start our walks to the mall. I don't want to do them with out you or mom. Benton I know everyone says you are so brave and such a wonderful boy but it is sooo true. I am not sure I could handle all you have to go through. You have a great spirt. keep it up and hang in there. Talk to you soon
Tammie and Bailey Clark
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca - Monday, June 21, 2004 4:14 PM CDT

Benton,
Sending you hugs and kisses and all my best wishes!
Love Sandra
Sandra Gordon <sgca95203@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Sunday, June 20, 2004 9:22 PM CDT

Hello best friend! I am so thrilled to come see you tomorrow morning. I hope you sleep well and have good dreams. I will see you in the morning with Jennie and Weeba.
Deirdre Lyons
Carmichael, CA` 95608 - Thursday, June 17, 2004 11:07 PM CDT

Hi Benton,
We sure think of you a lot these days! I have three more days left of school and then I'll be able to come over for some visits. Jack is saying some new words so maybe we'll come by next week to talk with you. Erik, Jack, and I continue to pray for you each day and hope that you become strong and well. You are the bravest boy I know - and the most popular!
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Tuesday, June 15, 2004 10:17 PM CDT

Hi there mr. benton! how are you??? are you enjoying your summer vacation now that second grade is finished? i hope so! i am looking for a job right now, the science camp may not work out, but if it does and you're feeling up to it, you should come and visit! i hope you're not melting in this heat! wowee! just last weekend it was in the 80's and now you can fry an egg on the sidewalk! well, have a nice week and i will talk with you soon! love, erin (miss riggs)
Erin Riggs <candle306a2@hotmail.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Tuesday, June 15, 2004 1:22 PM CDT

Dear Benton, We were so glad to hear that you got to go to Disneyland with your mom, dad, and your sister, Becky. What fun you must have had!! We looked at the photo gallery and saw you and Becky enjoying rides a couple years ago. Looks like you two have a great time together!! We havn't been to Disneyland since we were kids and thats a long, long time ago!! It is such a special, magical place, isn't it? Please give your mom and dad a great big hug and hello from us. We send our love and prayers to you Benton. Patty and Joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler <pattynjoel@yahoo.com>
Bend, Oregon USA - Monday, June 14, 2004 11:02 PM CDT

Hi Benton, My mom told me you went to Disneyland! What was your favorite ride? Mine is Space Mountain. I would like to come and see you sometime. Can you call me when you feel up to having company? I think about you alot and miss you.
Your Friend,
Mark Jones
Mark Jones <wendyjones@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Monday, June 14, 2004 9:44 PM CDT

I am so excited to come over this Friday. I will make it short so I don't bore you! See you soon lovie!
hugs and kisses!
xoxoxo Deirdre
Deirdre Lyons
Carmichael, CA 95608 - Monday, June 14, 2004 7:16 PM CDT

Hi Benton how are you? I am looking forward to seeing you on Sunday for fathers day. I bet your really excited that Becky is coming over. I want to go swimming! I love you very very very very very much.

Love, Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacrament, CA United Stat4s - Monday, June 14, 2004 2:53 PM CDT

Hey guys I hope disneyland was wonderful and I can't wait to hear about it from you Benton., I wish they were a little bit more helpful with the lines and the rides. Well buddie shcool is out and that means our walks at the mall can happen soon. I want to come over and visit and send mom and dad away from the house how does that sound. This week is good I will call mom and work out the details. Take care and remember you are always on our minds and in out prayers and thoughts.
see ya sooon little guy

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca US - Monday, June 14, 2004 10:42 AM CDT

Benton,
I hope you had the greatest time at Disneyland. It is the happiest place on earth. Did you get to talk to Micky?
Love
Sandra
Sandra Gordon <sgca95203@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Monday, June 7, 2004 9:36 AM CDT

I love you Sunshine! I heard you are playing with the Whole Fam down in Disneyland! Go Thunder Mountain. Wish I could be there to hear youg giggle and smile :) Lots of lovies Sugar. Love Deirdre
Deirdre
Carmchael, CA` USA - Sunday, June 6, 2004 9:54 PM CDT

Hi Mr. Benton, it was wonderful talking to you tonight on the phone. You were on the big, big screen at the IMAX with Mrs. Harvey and you looked SO handsome! Mrs. Harvey was so excited when she won! All of the teachers and your friends Mitchell, Nikki and Sara were screaming and jumping up and down. The best part besides her winning was seeing you up there like a movie star. You are a very special guy and we all miss seeing you at school. Have a great weekend and I hope you are feeling better.
Love,
Mrs. Mulrooney
liz mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
roseville, ca - Thursday, June 3, 2004 11:21 PM CDT

Hi, Benton,
Your trip to Disneyland that you and Aunt Becky are planning sounds terrific! We want to come to visit you after school is out. We'll think of a silly package to bring! Any Ideas?
Love ya lots,

John and Dianne Flynn <Johnf@pacbell.net>
Fair Oaks, CA USA - Thursday, June 3, 2004 7:55 PM CDT

Benton,
I enjoyed our visit on Friday. I am so glad that Mallory was finally able to meet you. Have a wonderful time at Disneyland. I know that you and Becky will have so much fun together. I look forward to hearing all about the rides. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Kellie and Family
Kellie Welty <kwelty@drycreek.k12.ca.us>
Antelope, CA - Thursday, June 3, 2004 1:10 PM CDT

Benton,

I hope you have fun, fun, fun, in Disneyland. I know you will have lots of fun with Becky.

I Love You!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Thursday, June 3, 2004 11:10 AM CDT

Hi Benton,
I am counting down the days until we go to Disneyland. I can't wait! We'll go on all the rides. Maybe we'll even go on them a couple of times. I love you!!! See you soon. Love, Becky XXXOOOXXXOXOXOOXOXOXOXO
becky regello <rebecca00@comcast.net>
san jose, ca usa - Tuesday, June 1, 2004 10:47 PM CDT

Benton, I'm sorry, i thought you went to the wedding but I mixed up a couple of messages. I guess we can get some good pictures from Disneyland!! I hope you have a great time.
Shannon
- Tuesday, June 1, 2004 9:18 PM CDT

Benton, Jeanne and Bob
I am sorry to hear the latest news. I am thinking of you often. I hope all goes well at Stanford. Benton, We need to see some new pictures. I know you are getting so much bigger. How about some good ones from the wedding?? I bet you looked handsome. be sure to keep us posted and know that all the nurses at Sutter are thinking of you all.
Shannon Rose <smrose12@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA - Tuesday, June 1, 2004 9:15 PM CDT

Dear Benton,
Grandpa Don and I hope that you will have a good time at Disneyland this weekend. We will come to see you there and give you kisses! I bet it is fun to have Yorger(Sp) visiting you. Does he speak a little German to you?
Much love and many kisses to our wonderful grandson.
Grandma Betty
Betty J. Raiser <bjrdar@dslextreme.com>
Oceanside, CA USA - Tuesday, June 1, 2004 3:14 PM CDT

Hi Benton
I am sorry about the recent news. We have been thinking of you and wanting to come by. Talia and Kaylee were in their Aunt's wedding this weekend and its been non-stop for 5 days! It was at a big church in Sacramento. Talia danced all night long at the reception. She and her sister Kaylee looked like little angels fluttering around on the dance floor. We will call your mom, come visit and bring some dinner!! Bless you -- you are the bravest!!
Love The Sheldons
Kathy
Roseville, CA usa - Tuesday, June 1, 2004 10:55 AM CDT

Hi Benton,
I'm so sorry to hear the recent news, but we are very hopeful. We remember you each day in our prayers and think of you more often than that. Jack has discovered the braille in the Jamberry book you gave him. He likes to touch it and smiles when he can find it on the page. He knows the books you gave him are very special. Maybe when he gets a little older you can teach him how to read braille. I have been busy wrapping up my schoolyear, although I hope to visit in a few weeks when I am not so hurried. You are such a courageous boy, we are very proud of you!
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Monday, May 31, 2004 11:54 PM CDT

Dear Benton, Jeanne and Bob,
I just read the latest entry about Benton's news. Good luck at Stanford! Your family will be in my prayers. I think of Benton often...he is such a joy to care for when he is here in the hospital. Thank you for keeping all of us posted! Tell Benton that all of his nurses at Sutter say hello and he is in our thoughts! =)
Kristina Gilliland <Kristina7503@sbcglobal.net>
Folsom, Ca - Sunday, May 30, 2004 3:42 AM CDT

Dear Benton, Jeanne and Bob, We are so sorry about the news you received but we hope the folks at Stanford will be able to help. We just want you to know that we are thinking about you and caring about you. You will be in our prayers. love, Patty and Joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler
Bend, OR USA - Friday, May 28, 2004 10:11 PM CDT

Benton I am thinking of you often and want to try to visit this weekend as we have no sports and I miss you. We will call ahead and make sure you are up to it. talk to you soon we pray for you everyday.
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca US - Thursday, May 27, 2004 10:02 PM CDT

Hi Mr. Benton,
I just read your mom's message. I am so very sorry that the news this week is not so good. I will be praying extra hard for you and for your mom and dad. You are such a wonderful and brave boy........
love,
Mrs. Mulrooney
liz mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
Roseville, CA - Thursday, May 27, 2004 12:30 AM CDT

Hello Benton! Long time no see...We need to hang out at Weeba's house. I have an interesting History book full of stories! Love You...hugs and kisses Deirdre
Deirdre Lyons <deirdre.lyons@attws.com>
- Wednesday, May 26, 2004 8:45 PM CDT

Dear Benton, we just want to send you our prayers and hope you will soon be feeling better again. We are so proud of you for raising so much money for the Make a Wish foundation. You are a terrific young man! love, Patty and Joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler
Bend, OR USA - Tuesday, May 25, 2004 0:54 AM CDT

Dear Benton,
I'm so sorry you are having such a bad time right now. My prayers are for you to feel stronger every day. Sending to much Love
Cousin Sandra
Sandra Gordon <sgca95203@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Monday, May 24, 2004 12:24 AM CDT

Benton, Benton...I am so sorry to hear that you have had a very hard week. I will be praying extra hard for you and asking my special angel (my mom) to be sure to watch out for you and to help you get stronger.
Remember the bird nests I told you about several months ago...this morning I could hear the little birds chirping! I think they were singing a get well, feel better song for you!
Love,
Mrs. Mulrooney
liz mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
roseville, ca - Sunday, May 23, 2004 9:30 PM CDT

Hi, Benton,
Just checking in to say Hi and let you know we are thinking about you! Your fishing trip sounds nice. Hope you caught some fish!
Love Ya,
Dianne and John Flynn <Johnf@PacBell.net>
Fair Oaks, CA USA - Sunday, May 23, 2004 6:45 PM CDT

Hello there Benton. Long time since I have heard from you. I hope you are doing well. I hung out with Weeba last weekend. I miss you little one. Give me a call when you are feeling up to it. 916-801-4159. Just in case you needed it. Love You-Deirdre
Deirdre Lyons <deirdre.lyons@attws.com>
Carmichael, CA USA - Sunday, May 23, 2004 3:32 PM CDT

Dear Benton,
Grandpa Don and I are so proud of you for all the money you collected for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. That was a lot! You did a great job.
We are so sorry that you have not been feeling well, and hope that you will soon be better. I know you wish it too.
And so do Mom and Dad.
We love you very, very, very, very, very, very, much!
Grandma Betty

Betty J. Raiser <bjrdar@dslextreme.com>
Oceanside, CA USA - Saturday, May 22, 2004 4:14 PM CDT

Benton great job on collecting money for such a wonderful cause. I loved talking to you on the phone. Remember if you need something let me know also when school gets out we are all going to start walking in the mall for exercise and my training. It was mom's great idea so we are looking forward to that. Hope you are maybe feeling up to scouts this friday at Brown. I will talk to you soon
Love Tammie and Bailey Clark
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca US - Thursday, May 20, 2004 1:08 PM CDT

Hi Benton, Sorry to hear that you have been having some yucky stuff happening....but I am thrilled that you got to go fishing and that you caught not one but two trout!! I hope that this week ends on a good note for you and that you are feeling better.
Love,
Mrs. Mulrooney
liz mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
roseville, ca usa - Wednesday, May 19, 2004 10:36 PM CDT

Benton - Thank you for coming by the hospital with the coupons- I was able to use mine for some clothes I needed desperately! You look really good, it's very nice to see you feeling well. Congratulations on being in the wedding and on your baptism! I'm so glad that you're feeling so well! I'm getting ready to go on my vacation very soon...in fact on Wednesday my husband and I are driving over to San Francisco to stay the night because on Thursday we are flying to IRELAND!!! I'm very excited about this trip...it's to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary (that was in March but May is a better time of year over there weatherwise) - we will spend 1 week in Ireland, 1 in Scotland and 1 in England....if there is anything you would really like please email me and let me know - I would be very happy to bring you something - I have to get all my packing done today! You keep feeling good kiddo and I'll tell you all about my trip when I get home ok?
Your jingle bell nurse, Margie
Margie Randolph <mommymagpie@calweb.com>
Orangevale, CA USA - Sunday, May 16, 2004 10:39 AM CDT

Hi Benton!

We missed you at the Olympics on Saturday. I sure hope I get to see you on Monday. Teaching you is a joy. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Carolyn
Carolyn Javier <carolynj@calweb.com>
Roseville, CA - Sunday, May 16, 2004 8:39 AM CDT

Benton,
Hope you are feeling better. Dad told us all about the wedding and how proud he was of you. He is going to bring a picture so we can see how handsome you were in your tux. The pictures that were taken at Bring Your Child to Work day came out very good with you, Soriah and Samantha. You are quite the computer wiz. Call dad's work soon so I can say hi.
Sandy Block
Sandy Block <shalom18@prodigy.net>
Dixon, CA USA - Saturday, May 15, 2004 5:52 PM CDT

Hi Benton
Sounds like you have been busy lately! I am so glad you are feeling better.
We've been off and on sick over here with Strep Throat, so we haven't called to get together. We are well now, so if you want, you could come over here and give your Mom and Dad a little break. We will give you a call.
Love, The Sheldons
The Sheldons
Roseville, CA USA - Thursday, May 13, 2004 11:16 AM CDT

Hi Benton,
It was great visiting with you guys the other day! I think Jack had a great time too! I didn't know you were in a wedding... that is so exciting. You'll have to tell us all about it the next time we see you. Many neighbors have come and gone, we're so happy that we still have you two doors down!
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Wednesday, May 12, 2004 10:24 PM CDT

Great job Benton,You are such a strong boy. We all are so happy to hear your doing better.
Lou Dynes-Jacobs dad <lgdynes@surewest.net>
ROSEVILLE, CA USA - Tuesday, May 11, 2004 7:02 PM CDT

Hi, Benton,
This web page is another cool way to say hello to you. We hope you got our last e-mail about the Youth Inspire award. Congratulations! Time again for a silly package. Can you think of something you want?
Love Ya!
Love Ya,
Johm and Dianne Flynn
John and Dianne Flynn <JohnF@PacBell.com>
Fair Oaks, CA USA - Tuesday, May 11, 2004 12:24 AM CDT

hi Benton!! oh, we are so happy to read you;r mom's latest reports!! bike trips, pizza parties, going back to school (and taking your grandparents!)helping your dad at his work, and escorting the mother of the bride at the wedding!! how wonderful! we are so very happy that you are feeling so much better!!! you are a champ!! we will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. lots of love, patty and joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler
tucson, AZ USA - Monday, May 10, 2004 9:56 PM CDT

Hi Benton, Maggie and I think of you and pray your family often. We feel so blessed just to know you and can't help but think that the world would be a better place with more people like you.

Travis Easton <traavv@yahoo.com>
Monument, CO - Friday, May 7, 2004 11:59 PM CDT

Hi Benton,
We haven't been able to visit for a while since our schedules have been hectic and I have had some bad allergies. We sure hope you are having some good days though. You have had one doozy of a year but we continue to think of you often and keep all of you in our daily prayers.
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Friday, May 7, 2004 9:23 PM CDT

Hi, Benton. Good to hear that you have been doing well lately. You've had lots of visitors! Sorry I missed the day you visited at Brown. It would have been nice to see you. Have a fun Memorial Day holiday, and a good summer.
Kathy Neuburger, School Nurse <kathyn@roseville-csd.k12.ca.us>
Roseville, CA USA - Friday, May 7, 2004 12:01 AM CDT

I just finished reading your story in the "Reallife" magazine for healthcare professionals. What a brave and courageous boy. Thank you for sharing your life with others. I am a retired R.N. and your story gives me insight in how to care for friends and family who are ill. May God grant you his comfort and strength each hour of each day.
Jean Hayward <Haybaby@juno.com>
Danville, Ca USA - Thursday, May 6, 2004 3:07 PM CDT

Dear Benton, Erin and I are glad to hear you are feeling pretty good lately. You have been doing a lot of exciting things with your family and friends. We love to hear about all of them. We are hoping to visit this month possibly, Erin's Volleyball games will be over soon. We love you very very very much, and look forward to seeing you soon. Aunt Dolores and Uncle Ernie send their love too! Say hi to mom and dad for us, okay? Karen & Erin x o x o x o
Karen & Erin McDonough <karcritter@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Wednesday, May 5, 2004 0:26 AM CDT

Hi Benton,
How are you doing? I am good, but very busy with work and school. Thank goodness it's almost over! I bet you are having lots of fun with Grandpa Don and Grandma Betty!
I can't wait to see a picture of you in the tux. I bet you will look super handsom!!! I love you, XOXOXOXOX
Becky
becky regello <rebecca00@comcast.net>
san jose, ca us - Tuesday, May 4, 2004 11:04 PM CDT

Hi Buddy! We hope to catch up with you this week! We took our boat out this weekend and Nikki drove the whole time. She is a speed demon! We were wondering if you might like to go out with us one day?? I'll talk with your mom more about it. You could even drive it if you wanted. Maybe you and your dad and Jim and Nikki could go out. As always, you are in our thoughts! Call for a play date.
Shawna and Nikki <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Sunday, May 2, 2004 11:39 PM CDT

Benton I am so excitied to read all the fun stuff you have been able to do. It is so great you are feeling better. I miss you and wish I could come by more often to visit but Bailey and Amanda are keeping me busy with baseball. Bailey is playing catcher and loves it. I will get by soon for a visit
Give your parent my best.
talk to you soon

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Saturday, May 1, 2004 3:03 PM CDT

Benton,

What do you want to do on Saturday? Think of something
we can do that is fun.

I Love You Very,Very,Very,Very,Very, MUCH.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Wednesday, April 28, 2004 6:25 PM CDT

Benton,
I'm so glad you have been feeling good. It sounds like you had a great time on your bike ride.
Love Sandra
Sandra Gordon <SGCA95203@aol.com>
stockton, CA USA - Wednesday, April 28, 2004 9:18 AM CDT

Hi Benton,
I received your card in the mail. Thank you so much!! This weekend I am going to San Francisco to visit Missy. What are you going to do? I am glad you had fun at dad's work the other day. There were a lot of kids at my work on "Take your child to work day" too. I was really nervous for my presentation at school, but I think my group and I did really well, but we'll see what the teacher says next week. I'll talk to you this weekend. I love you very much!! XXXOOOOXxooooxooOoOOOOX xx oxo xo
Becky
becky regello <rebecca00@comcast.net>
san jose, ca usa - Friday, April 23, 2004 11:11 PM CDT

Dear Benton,
Grandpa and I are so glad that you had a good time at your party on Sunday. Sounds like it was great!
I sent your Stanley book to you Tuesday, and you should be getting it Thursday or Friday. Tell Mom to check the spelling; I did but might have missed something. Hope that it is what is wanted.
Less than too weeks until we come!
Much love and lots of hugs and kisses,
Grandma Betty
Betty J. Raiser <bjrdar@dslextreme.com>
Oceanside, CA USA - Wednesday, April 21, 2004 4:59 PM CDT

Hi Benton,
I am so happy I was able to come to your baptism and spend time with you on Sunday. I wish I could have stayed longer. Hopefully, I will be able to come and visit again soon. It will be a lot easier for me since school is almost out. Have you played with the Uno Attack yet? I hope it works out o.k.! I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH!!!!! XOXOXOXOX Love, Becky
becky regello <rebecca00@comcast.net>
san jose, ca - Tuesday, April 20, 2004 11:05 PM CDT

Hi Benton,
You looked so nice on Sunday all dressed up! Jack and I wish we could have stayed longer, but we had out-of-town company. We will stop by again sometime to see you. I hope you like the bible song book. I think you may already know some of the songs. You have been so generous to Jack with your old books (and he LOVES them!) we thought we'd return the favor! Have a great day and we'll talk soon.
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Tuesday, April 20, 2004 12:59 AM CDT

Hi Benton!! gosh, it sounds like you will have a very busy and fun weekend, with your baptism and party afterwards! congratulations!! we also loved hearing that you and your family got to go to lake tahoe. what fun!! well, we just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and that we keep you in our prayers. love patty and joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler
tucson, AZ USA - Saturday, April 17, 2004 9:34 AM CDT

Hi to Benton,
We are so happy that you are feeling better and are able to get outside and walk with Lynn. Grandpa and I will be coming to Roseville to see you and stay a while. We will come on May 2nd. That is a week after you get baptized.
We are really looking forward to spending time with you!
Much love and many, many, many hugs and kisses.
Grandma Betty and Grandpa Don.
P.S. Hope to get Flat Stanley done Friday.
Betty J. Raiser
Oceanside, CA USA - Thursday, April 15, 2004 4:42 PM CDT

Hi Benton, I left a message on your answering machine today to let you know that I will be going to your babtism. I can't wait. I hope that you are feeling well and I can't wait to see you.
Heather Van Natta <heazlynne@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Tuesday, April 13, 2004 9:22 PM CDT

Hi, Benton!
I read that today you will receive baptism and that your last MRI is encouraging, so I hope you will have a good Easter!
You are great!
Gabriele Inghirami <suonodelsilenzio@tiscalinet.it>
Reggello, Italy - Sunday, April 11, 2004 1:12 PM CDT

Dear Benton,
Grandpa and I are so glad that your MRI came back with such good news! We think that is the greatest! And Dr. Stene was just a dear to stay and do all the MRI at once.
We hope you have fun in the mountains, and that you don't freeze yourself.
Much love, and many, many, many hugs and kisses.
Grandma Betty and Grandpa Don
Betty J. Raiser
Oceanside, CA USA - Thursday, April 8, 2004 4:51 PM CDT

Hey there Benton,
We are so happy to hear that you are planning to be baptized! That must be so exciting for you! Also, we are glad to know that you are feeling so well and your medical tests are optimistic. Take care and we'll see you soon.
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Tuesday, April 6, 2004 5:04 PM CDT

Dear Benton,

How are you doing? I'm looking forward to seeing you again on Monday. What did you do on Fun Friday? What color patterns book are you reading? I'm on volume 3 in the brown book. I hope my mom is not a mean teacher because she's a mean mom. Just kidding. Do you like the oils that my mom ordered? My favorite is the good night oil. At school my class and I wove baskets because we're learning about the Nisenan. The Nisenan is a Native American tribe. I'll see you on Monday.

Madison Javier <carolynj@calweb.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Thursday, April 1, 2004 7:23 PM CST

Dearest Grandson Benton,
I hope you have a good lesson with Mary, the other teacher that is coming today. I know you will try your best to do a great job, as you always do!
Don't forget, tomorrow is April 1st, and April Fool. So be ready to fool Mom and Dad and other people, O.K? Call Grandma and Grandpa Regello and fool them. Tell them that you are going to be on T.V. on a show. That should be a good joke.
We love you and miss you.
Love and many many kisses.
Grandma Betty
Betty J. Raiser
Oceanside, CA USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 3:46 PM CST

Hello Benton I miss you soo very much and really want to come by and see you. I have never got a chance to play uno with you and would love to, how about it. We had scouts yesterday and Daniel said you went to school last week. We have another meeting next week where we will be coloring eggs and hiding them if you feel up to it I would love to have you come. When we were on a field trip to saftyville they talked about how the light signals make noise and Bailey raised his hand and infromed them about his good friend Benton. Maybe Monday we could come by for a visit are you going to be home next week or are you going away someplace. let us know I will give you a call
all our thoughts prayers are with you, tell mom I said hello

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 9:29 AM CST

Hi Benton
Thanks for info on the card shuffler. Colin wants it for his poker games. He even has a special poker table. He didn't get a chance to go to the mall yet, but he was happy you called to tell us about it! I saw you at the Carnival Friday. I bet you had fun! Talia said you bought some of her candy. OH! I meant to tell you, Kaylee loves her yellow bead bracelet! You make the best ones! Tell your mom I called Deacon Carl and asked him to call you. I hope you like him, I think he is very nice. Well, we are still praying for you lots and we think of you often! Love, the Sheldons
The Sheldons
Roseville, CA USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 11:18 AM CST

Howdy Benton,
It was nice talking to you on Wed. I am looking forward to getting the mail you sent me after I get back from my trip. Have a fun weekend. I love you veryyyyy much. I'll call you from a little town in the middle of nowhere ok! Have fun at the cabin and I'll bring you a little souvenir when I get back. Love, Becky
becky regello <rebeccaoo@comcast.net>
san jose, ca - Friday, March 26, 2004 10:48 PM CST

Hi Benton,
Tomorrow is Carnival at school and I wondered if you might be able to come. Unfortunately I won't be there in the afternoon because I have a doctor's appointment near my home. However my thought are with you. I hope you enjoyed the book about finding dinosaur fossils written by an 8 year old boy that Miss Riggs brought over to you. The class was really excited to read such a good book written by someone the same age as all of you. We miss you and look forward to seeing you soon.
Love, Ms. Glover
Susan Glover <sglover@rcsdk12.org>
Grass Valley, CA USA - Thursday, March 25, 2004 9:22 PM CST

Hi Benton,
I had such a nice time playing UNO with you last week, I hope to do it again soon. I'll be practicing! I'm glad to know that you are keeping up that energy and looking so good these days. As always, you and your family remain in our prayers.
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Thursday, March 25, 2004 4:34 PM CST

To our dearest boy Benton,
Today you are going to chemo with Mom and Weeba. Grandpa Don and I will be thinking of you and hope you will call as soon as you get home. We hope it goes well for you!
You did not tell me that you you went to ride the cars with Heather and Auntie Val. That must have been fun! It has been a long time since you could go there.
We miss you and love you very,very, very, very, very, very, much!
Grandma Betty and Grandpa Don.

Betty J. Raiser
Oceanside, CA USA - Tuesday, March 23, 2004 11:31 AM CST

Benton,

You are an awesome driver. Heather and I had fun with you on Saturday. We will take you again in a couple of weeks.
I hope you are feeling good and having some fun.

I Love You!

Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Monday, March 22, 2004 2:53 PM CST

Dear Benton,

Uncle Dennis & I had such fun visiting with you & taking walks & playing UNO! We want to come back in June if that is ok with you. Call me so I can tell you how much I won in Reno & about the cows who surrounded our car on the way.

We love you very, very, very, very, very, very, very much!
Uncle Dennis, Aunt Jody & Bud
jody <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Friday, March 19, 2004 12:43 AM CST

Hi Benton, Thanks for calling today. sorry I was in the middle of girl scouts and couldn't talk. I can come visit
Sunday if you have time. Would you like me to bring anything over like the marble tower or the train whistle?
From Talia.
Talia Sheldon <talia@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Thursday, March 18, 2004 10:35 PM CST

Benton we have been thinking of you dailey but I have now been sick with a cold and want to get well before we come by for a visit. Maybe this weekend or early next week. I am glad you have been walking alot. I have some cards for you from a den that the boys made. I miss you and hope to visit soon
we are thinking of you.

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Thursday, March 18, 2004 5:20 PM CST

Hi Benton,
Erik, Jack, and I have been thinking about you quite a bit. We are so glad to know that you are having more energy these days! It sounds like you continue to have a lot of company too. You sure are a special little guy who has touched many lives! Your improvement is so uplifting to all of us! Our family continues to keep you, your mom, and dad in our prayers.
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 10:35 PM CST

To our dearest Benton,
We are so glad that you have been walking around to block with Aunt Jody, Uncle Dennis and cousin Bud. I hope you are feeling better today. Is was great that you could go to school, and we hope you can go again this week. I know you like to be with the other kids.
Love you and think of you all the time!
Much love and many kisses,
Granma Betty and Grandpa Don
Betty J. Raiser
Oceanside, CA USA - Monday, March 15, 2004 5:47 PM CST

Hi Benton,

Aunt Val and I want to come and see you this week. I called
you yesterday but Grandma Regello answered the phone and said that you were walking with Grandpa. We will call you and find out when would be a good time to come.

I love you very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very,
much.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki Van Natta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Monday, March 15, 2004 9:27 AM CST

Hello Benton,
I saw you at school on Friday through the window! My class cheered when I said, "Benton is here!" I thought you might hear us cheer even though the doors were closed. Did you have a fun morning at school? I know all of your friends were so happy to see you! I'd like to come by & visit with you. Mr. Harvey wants me to tell you hello. I hope you had a great weekend and enjoyed the sunny weather! We went to Derrick's Nanny's 88th birthday party in Livermore. It was a fun weekend with his family.
Mrs. Harvey <heidee@earthlink.net>
Weimar, CA USA - Sunday, March 14, 2004 11:43 PM CST

Hello Little Angel! I am so glad to hear that your chemo went well last week. I am looking forward to our visit. Love You Benton :)
Deirdre Lyons <deirdre.lyons@attws.com>
Carcmichael, CA USA - Sunday, March 14, 2004 10:34 PM CST

Hi Benton,
It was great to see you at school on Friday. i was on my way to the library with my "Frog Class" to check out books. Thank you for the hug...best thing about hugs is that when you give one away, you get one back!! I haven't heard any little chirping from the nests yet.....I hope the mommy birds are keeping those eggs warm. I am glad the weather is so good and that you are able to be outside in the sun a bit. I hope you have a feel better week.
Love,
Mrs. Mulrooney
liz mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
roseville, - Sunday, March 14, 2004 11:22 AM CST

To my dearest Grandson Benton,
We are so glad that you are feeling better, and that you had good results with the MRI! We love you very,very, very, very, very much! We think about you all the time and enjoy talking to you on the phone (even if Grandpa is a little deaf!)
Much love and many kisses,
Grandma Betty and Grandpa Don
Betty J. Raiser
Oceanside, CA USA - Thursday, March 11, 2004 3:58 PM CST

Hi Benton,

Mrs. Weltey told me about your web page. How cool is that? I have been working at Silverado Middle School in Roseville this year. We only have 6th, 7th, & 8th grade here. I miss seeing smaller kids every day. I hope I can come see you soon. Is it alright if I come with Miss Rog? Hope you feel good today kiddo.

Love,
Mrs. Glover
Gale Glover <Galeglover@comcast.net>
Antelope, CA USA - Wednesday, March 10, 2004 3:01 PM CST

Hi Benton, we are so glad to hear you are feeling better and getting to go outdoors to enjoy the sunshine! I'm hoping that we might be able to visit you again in April. This month is busy and I happen to home sick with the flu today. We are going to Washington D.C. toward the end of the month with Erin's class. We'll be able to tell you about our trip. Erin is starting Volleyball this week and so our weekends might be tied up a bit but we will give you a call when we have a free weekend or maybe even after a game if it's early enough. Say hello to everyone for us, we love you very very very much, cousins Karen and Erin
Karen McDonough <karcritter@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Wednesday, March 10, 2004 1:36 PM CST

Hi Buddy! Nicole felt so bad that she missed playing with you yesterday. I took her to the doctor and she does have an ear infection. It's not a bad one and she is feeling much better!! Let's plan a get together as soon as possible, okay? I am so happy to hear that you are out enjoying the warm, sunny weather. We love you as always!
Nicole and Shawna <slukasko@eureka-usd.k12.ca.us>
- Wednesday, March 10, 2004 11:02 AM CST

Hi Benton. We are so happy you are feeling better! And what great timing with the weather so beautiful!! We are glad you are enjoying it. Talia called you today, but the social butterfly you are-- weren't home. We won't be home much Wednesday, but will call you on Thursday. If you are feeling up to it, maybe you would like to come over??
The Sheldons <Kathysheldon@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Tuesday, March 9, 2004 11:18 PM CST

Hi Benton,
I'm glad to read again that you are feeling better. We are so happy that you have been enjoying the sunshine! We tried to stop by a few days ago, but you weren't home. We will be out of town this weekend, but we'll try again next week. Maybe you could keep an eye on our house this time. McNugget will be feeling extra lonely, so forgive him if he gets more excited than usual when you walk by! Hey, I think we have some mutual friends. Let Tammie and Amanda know I said "hi". Sounds like Bailey is a good friend of yours! We will sure pray that you continue to feel better each day!
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Tuesday, March 9, 2004 11:09 PM CST

That is so great that your feeling better and up to walks around the block the weather is sure great for it. Bailey is finishing up with a cold and his sister has one and I want to make sure we have all the germs out before we come for a visit. Bailey loves to play with the metal finder you loaned him. we are having a meeting next tuesday and Buljan at 4 and it would be great if you could come by for a visit. we all miss you so much. I promise tocall soon
your good friends
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Monday, March 8, 2004 5:15 PM CST

WOW Benton!
It is so nice to finally hear such happy news! How are you feeling these days? Have you been able to enjoy the sunshine a little bit? It must feel pretty good to know that so many people think about you and pray for you. I think you are the most popular kid I know!

Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Sunday, March 7, 2004 6:15 PM CST

Benton, I am so glad to read the positive results of your MRI. I am so happy for you and your family. I look forward to seeing you soon. Our family colds and illnesses finally seem to be clearing up so hopefully we will see you this week. We think of you often and pray for you always. Love, The Welty Family
Kellie Welty <kelliewelty@comcast.com>
Antelope , CA US - Sunday, March 7, 2004 2:22 AM CST

Hi Benton, I was so happy to hear that the MRI went well and the results are awesome! I thought about you this morning when I woke up to birds chirping in my yard. I saw several nests in the climbing plants near my front window when I was working in the yard today. I was careful to not get too close...maybe I will see some babies in a month or so!
Keep feeling better...and I will keep praying for you and for your family. You are one incredible guy!
Love,
Mrs. Mulrooney
Liz Mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
Roseville, - Saturday, March 6, 2004 11:42 PM CST

WOW!!!Benton, that is such great news about your MRI!We are so glad that you are doing better and feeling better! In one of your webletters, your mom wrote about you;r grandpa Don putting up a screendoor so you could listen to the birds- we love the birds too and enjoy all their chatter this time of year. We have one you would enjoy- the roadrunner- in the cartoons, he says "meep-meep" He is a fun big bird, maybe, if I am lucky, I will try to record his many different sounds for you. All our love, patty and joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler
tucson, AZ USA - Friday, March 5, 2004 8:13 PM CST

Benton, I'm glad that you are feeling better. I have been trying to call but it has been busy all the time or the machine comes on. I will try again this weekend. Love you very, very, very, very, very, very much. Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <no1butrfly@yahoo.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Friday, March 5, 2004 9:44 AM CST

That is great news I am so so so so happy for you. I am thinking of you often and when Bailey gets better we will visit soon, I promise
Your good friends

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA - Thursday, March 4, 2004 12:45 AM CST

Hi Benton, we sure hope your MRI went well yesterday, we will check your website on thursday to find out about it, in the meantime we continue to keep you in our prayers and our hearts!! We are so glad that you were able to go to school, that must have been wonderful to be with your teachers and friends again!!! Give our love to your parents, too. love, patty and joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler
Tucson, AZ USA - Tuesday, March 2, 2004 8:06 PM CST

Hi Benton,
Jack and I have had a bad cold, but I'm finally getting around to checking your journal. We're so glad to hear that you went to school last week, you must have had quite a time! We sure hope everything goes well with your MRI and chemo. We continue to think about you often and pray for you each day. I put a picture of you and Jack in Jack's scrapbook on the "Friends and Family" page. I bet you didn't know you were one of his first friends! Take care and I'll write again when I can.
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Tuesday, March 2, 2004 2:52 PM CST

I hope all was ok yesterday. I was thinking of you all. Benton Bailey says hello and wants to come by soon but he is home sick right now so we will wait til he gets better. Take care and tell mom and dad hello'

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Tuesday, March 2, 2004 11:43 AM CST

Hi Benton! I hope your mri went well today and you didn't have to chase any doctors around town! i'm sorry i didn't get to work with you today, i have a sinus infection (yuck!) and don't want to breathe my germies on you! i can't wait to work with you again, we get to do more science this week, woohoo!!! have a good night and take care! Love, Miss Riggs
Erin <candle306a2@hotmail.com>
S. Natomas, CA USA - Monday, March 1, 2004 10:02 PM CST

Hi Benton,
It was so great to have you visit at school on Friday and I'm glad you enjoyed my little singing duck. It gave me such joy to hear you laugh when the duck sang and moved around. You look so great with your hair growing back in. Everyone in the class talks about you every day, especially if someone has gone to visit you or plans to visit soon. Hurry back and spend some more time with us soon.
Ms. Glover <sglover@rcsdk12.org>
Grass Valley, CA USA - Monday, March 1, 2004 8:22 PM CST

Dear Benton,

We'll be there in just 6 days! We can't wait. Uncle Dennis & I love you very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very much.

Uncle Dennis & Aunt Jody
jody <storey@695online.com>
corbett, - Monday, March 1, 2004 11:02 AM CST

HI BENTON THIS IS GINA, JAKE'S MOM. I WANTED TO SEND YOU LUCK TODAY FOR YOUR MRI. I'VE HAD QUITE A FEW MRI'S AND AND KNOW WHAT IT'S LIKE. BENTON, KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK BY BEING SO BRAVE. YOU HAVE SO MANY PEOPLE BEHIND YOU THAT LOVE YOU SO MUCH. I'VE READ YOUR PAST JOURNALS AND YOU HAVE SUCH AN AMAZING SUPPORT GROUP.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.LOVE THE DYNES.
GINA DYNES <LGDYNES@SUREWEST.NET>
ROSEVILLE, CA USA - Monday, March 1, 2004 10:56 AM CST

Hi Benton,

I hope you are feeling good today. I will come and see you one day this week. Maybe your mom and dad can go out to dinner while I am there. I love you very very very very very very very very very very very very much.

Love Aunt Vicki
(I think of you all day long!)
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA Sutter - Monday, March 1, 2004 9:53 AM CST

Hi Benton,
I had such a fun time visiting you this weekend. All the games and the walk around the block were a blast. I will talk to you soon. I love you!!!! Becky
becky <rebecca00@comcast.net>
regello, ca - Sunday, February 29, 2004 10:14 PM CST

Hi Benton, This is Jacob Dynes's Father Louie. I couldn't wait to get home the other day and tell my wife that I seen you at the school. She checks you web site everyday to see how you are doing. We think about you everyday and hope you feel better soon. The Dynes family.
Lou Dynes <LGDYNES@SUREWEST.NET>
ROSEVILLE, CA USA - Sunday, February 29, 2004 3:59 PM CST

Hello Benton! We wanted to send our love and prayers your way! We hope you have a full recovery1 You are a very brave young man! We heard about you from your Aunt Lisa who is also Reuben's Aunt Lisa. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers! Take care!
Reuben and Judy Regallo <jregallo@hotmail.com>
Courtland, CA USA - Sunday, February 29, 2004 2:26 PM CST

Hi Benton, It was so good to see you at school on Friday. The best part was getting a hug from you. My Kindergarteners love the little frog and the tamporine I was able to buy from your carnival stand. I hope you made a lot of money...your stand was very busy! I hope you are feeling a little better this weekend. I will be thinking about you Monday and praying for good results when you see the doctor. Love, Mrs. Mulrooney
Liz Mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
Roseville, - Sunday, February 29, 2004 1:34 AM CST

Benton hope you are feeling good today. Just take one day at a time. So your MRI is in a few days and I am thinking and praying good thoughts your way. Your a fighter and you will beat this. Hang in there young man and I will see you soon It sounds like you are going to have quite a few visiters in the near future. That is good. Tell mom and dad I said hello, Bailey sends his hello's also

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Friday, February 27, 2004 4:23 PM CST

Dear Benton,

Uncle Dennis & I are really looking forward to seeing you in just 9 days. We can't wait! I'm so sorry I haven't emailed more. I really messed up my computer. Sometimes it seems to fix itself & sometime I can't use it at all. Oh well.

We love you very, very, very, very, very, very much!
Uncle Dennis & Aunt Jody
jody <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Friday, February 27, 2004 2:55 PM CST

Hi there Benton,
I can't wait to visit you this weekend!!! I am so excited. Maybe we can do some art or make bracelets. Whatever you want to do is fine with me. I love you very much! Your sister, Becky
becky regello <rebecca00@comcast.net>
san jose, ca - Thursday, February 26, 2004 11:24 PM CST

Hi Benton, I was so sorry to read about your vomiting today. Hang in there you brave, brave boy. I will continue to pray for you and I hope that you start feeling better very soon. Mrs. Harvey is always bragging about you at school....she thinks you are just the most wonderful kid in the WHOLE world... and we all agree with her...and she keeps us all up to date on how you are doing. We all love you and miss you at school. Love, Mrs. Mulrooney
liz mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
roseville, ca - Thursday, February 26, 2004 11:02 PM CST

I appreciate hearing about Benton Rogello who was one of our very special students before he moved to Roseville. Special thoughts are sent his way from all at Olive Grove!
Peggy Mekemson <pmekemson@drycreek.k12.ca.us>
- Thursday, February 26, 2004 2:49 PM CST

Hi Benton,

I was checking in to see how you and your family are all doing. I think of you everyday and pray for your family every morning before my feet touch the ground and again before I go to bed at night.

It rained horribly today and as I was driving home I saw a cloud with a silver lining, I thought of you.

Hang in there buddy!

Love,

Tammy
tammy heimerl <carpediemtlh@aol.com>
union city, ca - Wednesday, February 25, 2004 8:55 PM CST

Hi Benton! I saw this address posted at the hospital so I thought I'd check on you. It sounds like you're doing pretty good and making sure your parents are doing okay too. You are such a sweet young man. Are you enjoying the weather today? It is soooo windy and rainy outside! I love the wind! Our fence in the backyard blew over earlier today and we have a patio chair floating in the pool now, I'll fish it out AFTER the wind stops. Benton, I want you to know that even if we don't see you, those of us at the hospital DO think about you! There were Hershey kisses at the nurse's station yesterday and they reminded us of you. Just keep smiling kiddo you are an inspiration!
Love - Margie - your "Jingle-bell nurse"
Margie Randolph <mommymagpie@delweb.com>
Orangevale, CA USA - Wednesday, February 25, 2004 3:16 PM CST

Dear Benton,

I loved talking to you last night. Uncle Dennis & I are coming down March 7th - Sunday- to visit with you for a few days. Will that be ok? We can't wait to see you! Hope you are feeling good & still eating cookies!

All our love,
Uncle Dennis & Aunt Jody
jody storey <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Tuesday, February 24, 2004 12:18 AM CST

I had fun at the party with you on Saturday! I am glad you got to meet James. It was really good hearing you laugh! Jessica got lots of presents for her Birthday. Talk to you later.
Love You
Deirdre <deirdre.lyons@attws.com>
Carmichael, CA 95608 - Sunday, February 22, 2004 3:52 PM CST

Hi Benton. Thanks for calling today. Nikki was sorry that she missed your call. She would LOVE to play after school this week. I still have this yucky cold, so I will probably have to stay away for a bit longer. I loved talking to you on the phone today as always!!!!!!!!!! See you very soon.
Shawna and Nicole <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Sunday, February 22, 2004 2:37 PM CST

Hi there Benton,
Sounds like you have been a very busy guy over the last week. I'm glad you enjoy going on walks when the weather is nice. If Nugget is noisy by the fence, he just wants to come out and play with you! How are you liking the camouflage unit in your reading book? My class' favorite story was the last one, Animal Camouflage. Are you going to read the Fossil unit too? Have a good weekend and know that we say many prayers for you each day!
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Sunday, February 22, 2004 1:03 PM CST

Benton you are looking good. Hope you are enjoying your visit with more grandparents. Bailey enjoyed coming by yesterday. It was fun opening up all those cards. Den 3 sure is great. Keep up the eating and your walking. but not today as it is raining. Take care and we wil visit soon
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Sunday, February 22, 2004 10:03 AM CST

Hey Benton, This is Shannon, one of the nurses from Sutter Memorial. I saw your note on the wall and thought of you. I wondered how you were doing so I checked your journal. How sweet of you to take care of your parents for valentines day. You are the sweetest boy and I am glad to hear that you are in good spirits. Tell your parents hello and that we are all thinking of them.
Shannon
- Friday, February 20, 2004 10:02 AM CST

Benton I hope you are eating those treats I brought over. Did mom and dad let you have any pizza? It was so great seeing you so good. I like the new hair! As soon as we get the girl scout cookies we will come by maybe on sunday. Keep up with your walking and so will I

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Thursday, February 19, 2004 9:45 AM CST

HI BENTON! THIS IS GINA DYNES. JACOB AND ZACHARY'S MOM FROM SCHOOL. I HAVE BEEN READING YOUR JOURNAL AND HEIDI HAS BEEN KEEPING ME UPDATED. YOU ARE SUCH A BRAVE BOY. HOPE YOU FEEL BETTER SOON! LOVE GINA, LOUIE, JACOB, AND ZACHARY
GINA DYNES <LGDYNES@SUREWEST.NET>
ROSEVILLE, CA USA - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 2:24 PM CST

Hi Benton, I am glad to hear you've been on some walks. Sounds like you have had a lot of visitors. You sure have a lot of people who love you! Some of us have had colds lately so we haven't come by. I left my coat in your hall closet, so I ought to come by and pick it up! I will call when we are healthy. Take care and try to keep up that wonderful sense of humor.
Love, The Sheldons (Colin, Kathy, Talia and Kaylee)
The Sheldons
Roseville, CA USA - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 12:52 AM CST

Hey Benton,

It was nice talking to you last night. You sound good. I
hope you are having a good time with your grandma and grandpa. I will plan on seeing you this weekend. Let me know if Saturday is Okay because I think I am going to work
on Sunday.

I think of you all day long and I love you very, very, very,
very, very, very, very, very, very, .............much.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, ca usa - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 10:16 AM CST

Howdy Benton. We enjoyed our visit and walk with you last week. We haven't been by in a few days because I have been sick with a cold. We promise to come by as soon as I feel healthy. Nicole talks about playing Uno with you all the time. I have a funny story about Jake. He and Nikki were arguing about who was going to be president when Jake suddenly amazed us with all kinds of presidential facts. You won't believe what he knows. I'll share it with you later. He may have some speech problems, but he sure doesn't miss a thing!! You are in our thoughts every day!! We sure love you!
Shawna and Nicole <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Tuesday, February 17, 2004 2:56 PM CST

Hi Benton I hope that you are feeling well today and having alot of fun with Grandma Betty and Grandpa Don. I have tried to call lately but it has been busy, I hope you had a good valentines day. I heard that you got your star certificate, I'm so glad. Talk to you soon. I love you very, very, very, very, very much. Love Cousin Heather.
Heather Van Natta <no1butrfly@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Tuesday, February 17, 2004 2:21 PM CST

Dear Benton,

It's sounds as if you had a nice Valentine's Day. Are you having fun with Grandma Betty & Grandpa Don? Uncle Dennis & I are planning to come down sometimes in March. Would that be okay? Let us know when is a good time for you & your mom & dad.

We love you very, very, very, very, very, very, very much!

Uncle Dennis & Aunt Jody
jody storey <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Tuesday, February 17, 2004 9:41 AM CST

Hi Benton,
I really miss you. When you feel up to it, please call me, I would love to play with you.
Your friend,
Mark Jones
Mark Jones <wendyjones@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA - Monday, February 16, 2004 7:10 PM CST

Hello Benton,
Hope you are having fun with your Grandparents this weekend. How was your Valentine's Day? It was great spending time with you Friday night. What's our next plan? We need to come up with another fun idea, right? My flowers are still beautiful - thank you! Okay Hotdog, I hope you are feeling much, much better. Let's talk soon!
Mrs. Harvey <heidee@earthlink.net>
Weimar, CA USA - Monday, February 16, 2004 5:52 PM CST

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY, BENTON!!!!! (I know, we are 2 days late, but we still wanted to send you lots of love!!!!) We are thrilled to read that you are felling so much better!! Eating frosted animal cookies (yum!!) going on sleepovers and getting out on walks- way to go!!! We went on a walk today out in the desert and saw a snake! it was a beautiful gopher snake and quite harmless. we also saw a couple of bright orange poppies and some other pretty wildflowers. I guess spring is here!! Well, Benton, you keep on felling better and say hi to your folks for us. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers! love, patty and joel PS: wow, we just saw that you got mail from Italy, clear across the ocean!! You have friends everywhere in the world!
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler
Tucson, AZ USA - Monday, February 16, 2004 1:21 PM CST

It was great talking to you on Valentine's Day! Hope you got lots of hugs and kisses! We had fun at Weeba's house. I am glad you were able to chat :)
Deirdre Lyons
Carmichael, CA - Sunday, February 15, 2004 2:39 PM CST

Hi Benton, Jeanne and Bob,
I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed our party and visit with you yesterday on Valentine's Day. Benton, that was the best Valentine that I have ever received. Thank-You!!! I would like to come and visit again or do anything that I could help with. You all are always in my prayers. Lots of love and happiness.
Tracy Toms <konaandtt@aol.com>
Roseville, Ca USA - Sunday, February 15, 2004 9:46 AM CST

Hi, Benton!
Your grandfather Ed told me about you, so I wrote you this small message to say to you that from now even in Italy, in a small country town called nearly like you, you have got a friend. Don't worry, I will write you again!
Bye!

Gabriele Inghirami <suonodelsilenzio@tiscalinet.it>
Reggello, Italy - Saturday, February 14, 2004 1:47 PM CST

Benton I hope you are doing good after your very long day at the doctors last week. Happy Valentines day. Bailey says hello and would like to come a visit you soon
Heidi in our cubscout would like to make mom and dad dinner but want to make sure their are no allergys or dislikes. Please let me know and we will get it to you all soon
I miss you see ya soon

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Saturday, February 14, 2004 12:44 AM CST

Benton,

how are you feeling today? I'm sorry you had such a long day at the doctor's office. That must have been hard. It's Valentine's Day. Will you be my valentine?

all our love,
uncle dennis & aunt jody
ps we love you very, very, very, very, very, very, very, much!
jody storey <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Saturday, February 14, 2004 10:53 AM CST

Hi Benton I am so very, very, very glad to here that you are feeling a little better. I e-mail the star company to find out where your cetificate is, they will get back to me. I love you very, very, very, very, very, very much. Love Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <no1butrfly@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Friday, February 13, 2004 10:06 AM CST

2-11-04
Dear Benton,
How are you feeling? I hope you are getting
better. How are you doing? Are you feeling better then you
used to feel? From Nicole
Nicole
- Thursday, February 12, 2004 11:03 PM CST

I am very close friends with Weeba. I wanted to show my support for Benton and the Regello Family. God bless you on your path.
Deirdre Lyons
Carmichael, CA 95608 - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 9:44 PM CST

Hi Benton!

How are you feeling today? Are you still going up & down on your bed? I'm glad you can get out for walks. Is the weather nice there? Uncle Dennis & I love you very, very, very, very, very, very much!

aunt jody & uncle dennis
jody storey <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 10:50 AM CST

Benton I am sooo glad tht you are eating some and even taking walks the weather is so nice now. I have been walking to. Please take care and remember you are always in our prayers and thoughts

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 11:07 PM CST

Hello Benton, I have been wondering how you are doing ever since Mrs. Welty told me she went and visited you. She gave me this web site address and this is the first time I have ever visited this site. What a wonderful way for us to know how you are doing! So, it sounds like you are a Snack Master considering all the yummy snack foods you like to eat. Enjoy the sunshine this week when you go walking. Take care!
Sandy Hampton (Mrs. Hampton) <chinook0113@sbcglobal.net>
Sacramento, CA USA - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 6:29 PM CST

Hi Benton,
We are so happy to see you taking walks and enjoying the sunshine! It's nice to hear that you are eating cookies and popcorn too. Yum! Erik, Jack, and I are so glad to know that you are having a good week. We continue to remember you and your mom and dad in our prayers. We will bring over some more snacks for you guys soon. Take care!!!!

Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA 95678 - Monday, February 9, 2004 11:37 PM CST

Hello Benton, I am Daniel's uncle. He told me about you quite awhile ago, and also recently told me about the website so I thought I would take a look. It was good to learn about you from Daniel, and to see all of the wonderful encouragement you receive on this site. You are a good guy, and I will most definitely add you to the list of people for whom I pray. Sincerely, --Roger
Roger Wetter <wetter@fpa.net>
Spokane, WA U.S.A. - Monday, February 9, 2004 1:54 PM CST

Benton,

I enjoyed visiting with you last night. I hope you can come
and stay with me in my 5th wheel. Maybe I can bring it to
Roseville. What ever you want to do we can do.

I Love you very, very, very, very, much and I think of you
all the time.

Love Aunt Vicki and Mike
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, ca usa - Monday, February 9, 2004 9:50 AM CST

To my Darling Grandson Benton,
Grandpa and I are so glad that you are feeling better, and eating so many cookies! I love that kind, too. I know that you got to stay overnight with Dave and Debbie. I am sure you had fun!
G.G. Aunt Gracie, Jean and Jim, and Linda and Ron came to dinner yesterday, and they all send their love, prayers and best wishes.
We hope you are having a good day, and will talk to you on the phone soon.
Love you very, very, very, very, very, very much!
Grandma Betty
Betty J. Raiser
Oceanside,, CA USA - Sunday, February 8, 2004 4:54 PM CST

Howdy Benton! We loved visiting with you on Friday. We especially loved seeing your smiles!!!!!!!!!!!! I think I was the UNO champ this time! Nicole never wants to leave when she visits. I think she would like to move in. Would that be ok? Your mom spoils her a bit with hot chocolate and treats. We hope you keep feeling better and we are very proud of you. We love you!
Nicole and Shawna <jlukasko@surewest.net>
roseville, ca - Saturday, February 7, 2004 7:04 PM CST

I love frosted cookies! I'm so glad you're feeling better. I'm sorry I haven't written more-my computer crashed & I have to go to the library to use theirs. What a drag, huh?
Uncle Dennis says "hi".
We love you very, very, very, very, very, very much!

love,
aunt jody & uncle dennis
jody <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Friday, February 6, 2004 12:20 AM CST

Hi Benton I am so glad that you are feeling better and are gaining weight. I hope that you feel even better in the future. I was glad to hear that you are eating chips and animal cookies. Well I will talk to you soon, I love you very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very much. Love Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <no1butrfly@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Thursday, February 5, 2004 9:49 PM CST

Benton,
I hope your treatment went well today. I sure have enjoyed our visits. Hannah loves her lion. She looks forward to meeting you. Hopefully she will get over her cold soon. I look forward to visiting soon. I hope you continue to feel well. Love, Mrs. Welty
Kellie Welty <kelliewelty@comcast.net>
Antelope, CA - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:32 PM CST

Dear Benton,
I'm so sorry I missed you when you came to Carnival last Friday. I do have to stay in my room and teach though. Mr. Clark gets mad if I leave them all by themselves :). I'm looking forward to having you back picking up the trash for bear hugs. Bradyn (a boy in my class, I don't know if you remember him) just did a report on Louis Braille and the whole class remembered when you came to our class and taught us all about braille. We sure enjoyed that. I'm so glad you're feeling better this week. Keep it up buddy and we hope to see you soon.
Love, Mrs. Gerould
Mrs. Gerould <kathy@gerould.com>
Gra, CA placer - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 9:16 PM CST

Hi Benton,
I am so glad to hear that you are doing so well...even getting to spend the night with friends! How is that hospital bed?? I bet you could make some money letting people have rides! My daughter is home from Sutter Memorial now after her three operations last week. I kept telling her to be brave like you when they had to put her IVs in all of the time. She liked the nurses and popsicles there.
I heard you got to go to school on Friday for Fun Fair. I hope you got some cool stuff and saw all of your friends.
I just got home from the Kings game...they beat the Seattle Supersonics tonight. I better get to bed now because it is late. Keep feeling better...you are amazing.
Love,
Mrs. Mulrooney
Liz Mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
Roseville, - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 0:55 AM CST

Hi Benton! I hope you enjoy the messages from your classmates, they all miss you a lot and wish you well. I haven't been feeling well lately so I haven't been able to work with you, I'm so bummed! I miss your smile and how well you worked on the lessons we had. I went bowling tonight and it reminded me of you. I remembered the first week I worked with you, we played the bowling game for p.e. one day. It was so fun! I look forward to doing that again when the weather warms up. Right now it's pouring rain and we would float away! Then you would be "float away Regello!" Have a good night! take care, love, Miss Riggs
Erin <candle306a2@hotmail.com>
South Natomas, CA USA - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 0:55 AM CST

Benton I hope you are still doing great. I wish I could have visited longer last week but Bailey and I will soon. It is so verrrry great to hear you are doing better and not getting s sick so much I also hope your energy is coming back as you are keeping food down. That is so great. I wanted to know if you have heard of the little girl I take care of at my school, her name is Lauren Hodgson and her mother (Stephanie) and sisters know you? Do you know them. We talk about what a special a wonderful boy you are and how great your mom and dad are. Benton we miss you so much at cubscouts but know you will come as soon as you get more strength. Take care Benton we are always thinking of you and your family
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 0:19 AM CST

Hi Benton. All your classmates sent you letters today. Many of them didn't get sent properly---our fault!! They will try again another time! Please know that they are all thinking of you and they were very excited to send you letters. You sure are missed!! Nicole still has a bit of a cold, so she might need to wait another day or so to visit. We miss you buddy! Please call any time. We always love to hear from you!!!!
Shawna Lukasko <jlukasko@surewest.net>
- Tuesday, February 3, 2004 4:16 PM CST

Dear Benton, 2-3-04

I hope you are having a nice time. I hope you feel a lot better.I have my own lap top computer because
my dad ordered me it. I hope you are resting a lot.
When are you coming back to school? Love,
Nicole
Lukasko

Nicole <sglover@rcsdk8.org>
- Tuesday, February 3, 2004 3:53 PM CST

Dear Benton,
Ms. Glovers class misses you a whole bunch ! ! ! !!
Are you feeling much better.I saw your pitchers on the
internet. I Iike them a whole bunch. You are a nice boy.How many times have you gone to the hospitle
now. You are such a sweet boy ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Have you been
going to the hostitle latly. It has been really ,really cold outside. Hope you come to school really soon.

Love Emily Butcoff. <sglover@rcsdk8.org>
Roseville, C A U. S. A. - Tuesday, February 3, 2004 3:51 PM CST

Dear Benton,
I hope you are coming to schooll next week .I miss you a lot !!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for saying that I am your best friend in the WORLD!!!!!!! Love Christian

Christian Martin <sglover@rcsdk8.org>
Roseville, CA U.S.A. - Tuesday, February 3, 2004 3:50 PM CST

Dear Benton,Have you read the letter I sent you on Sunday? How are you feeling today? I hope you feel better.You're "best friend" you know.
Loyce(Lois) Chin <sglover@rscdk8.org>
- Tuesday, February 3, 2004 3:49 PM CST

Dear Benton, I have something special for you.I miss
you so much! You are very nice to every single person in the world! I hope you feel and are BETTER
Kendra Barnhard <sglover@rcsdk8.org>
- Tuesday, February 3, 2004 3:48 PM CST

Dear Benton, 2-3-04
I've been wanting to call you, but instead of calling I sent you a letter. You were great when you came to school on Friday for carnival. I bought a bobble-head for my dad. I am going to cub scouts. Love, Daniel

Daniel <sglover@rcsdk8.org>
- Tuesday, February 3, 2004 3:46 PM CST

Hola Benton,
How are you? I have been trying to call you for the past two days, but everytime I call the line is busy and then it gets to be too late. You are sure popular! I will try in the afternoon next time. I am so glad to hear that you were able to have a sleepover at Dave and Debbie's house. I bet that was fun.

Do you have any Valentine's Day parties to go to? I love you lots and lots. Hugs and kisses, Becky
becky regello <rebecca00@comcast.net>
san jose, ca usa - Monday, February 2, 2004 11:25 PM CST

Hi Benton I enjoyed talking on the phone with you last night, it was fun. I hope you are having a good day. I will talk to you soon sweetie. Love you very, very, very, very much Love Cousin Heather

P.S. Mike says Hello!!!!
Heather <no1butrfly@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Monday, February 2, 2004 8:00 PM CST

Hi Benton -
It's Ms. Barnard from Olive Grove. I hope you remember the ladies in the office, we could NEVER forget you !! It was always the highlight of our day when you and Miss Rog would come in for a visit. I am very sorry to hear you have been not feeling so well. I was reading your guestbook and am not at all surprised how many people love you. We have missed you from the first day you left and we wish good health for you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Take Care,

Ms. Barnard
Tami Barnard <tbarnard@drycreek.k12.ca.us>
Antelope, CA Sac - Monday, February 2, 2004 6:34 PM CST

Hi Benton,

I'm so glad to hear that you're feeling better. I can't believe how many friends you have. You deserve every single one, too.

Uncle Dennis & I love you very, very, very, very, very, very, very much.

aunt jody & uncle dennis
jody storey <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Monday, February 2, 2004 4:15 PM CST

Dear Benton, Mrs. Welty told me about visiting you and gave me your web site so I could write you. Do you remember me? I shared a room with Mrs. Welty when you used to come into our room to work when you were in kindergarten. We still share a room, but it's a different room now. I'm sorry to hear that things have been rough for you, but Mrs. Welty says you are still the kind, cheerful, honest boy you were before. Reading the journal entries in your web site. . .you sure have a lot of people who love and care about you! My big news is that I have my first grandchild. His name is Max, he is 6 months old, and he lives in Japan! I have only met him once, since he lives so far away, but plan to see him (and his parents, of course!) again this summer. Well, I hope your week is a good one, that you are comfortable and happy. Your friend, Susan Moser
Susan Moser <susanraemoser@yahoo.com>
Nevada City, CA Nevada Co - Monday, February 2, 2004 3:58 PM CST

Hi Benton,
It was great to see you at school on Friday! How was Carnival? Did you sell a lot? Did you buy anything good? Hope you had a great time walking around with all of your classmates! Did you notice it stopped raining for Carnival? Guess what? I still have that cold! I finally went to Urgent Care and I have the "common cold." I am staying home from school tomorrow to hopefully get rid of it. Bad, very, very, very, bad timing for a cold! It totally interfered with our plans! Hope you are having a fun weekend. Did you stay the night at a friend's house? Let's hear all about it! Mr. Harvey says "Hello" to you - the bravest kid he knows! Love you :)
Mrs. Harvey <heidee@earthlink.net>
Weimar, CA USA - Sunday, February 1, 2004 8:05 PM CST

Hi Benton how are you today? I hope that you are feeling better. Have you got your star certificate yet? Bentron the Star. Well I love you very, very, very, very, very, very much. Love Always Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <no1butrfly@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Sunday, February 1, 2004 7:01 PM CST

We will say an extra prayer for you. Hope you will start feeling better more & more!
Liz & Jim McHugh (Kellie Welty's mother & father in law) <mchugh@gate.net>
Aiken, SC USA - Sunday, February 1, 2004 2:15 PM CST

Hi Benton!

I didn't get to talk to you last night, but Uncle Dennis said you sounded really good & you were going to spend the night at a friends' house. Did you have fun? I bet you did. I hope you're feeling good today. I have to go-everyone should be here in a few hours for super bowl & I have to finish cooking.

Uncle Dennis & I love you very, very, very, very, very, very much.

aunt jody
jody storey <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Sunday, February 1, 2004 11:43 AM CST

Hello Regellos!
This is Jeanette, I just heard about this website from Mrs. Keene at Olive Grove. What a great way to keep everyone connected... Best wishes to all.
Jeanette <hairy_ejapsu@hotmail.com>
Antelope, ca - Saturday, January 31, 2004 10:50 PM CST

hi Benton, we just got back from our trip nd couldnt wait to check your website. A lot has happened with you in the two weeks that we have been gone! we were so sorry to hear that you had to go back to the hospital (although it sounds like everyone loves you there and the nurses are nice!) still, we bet that you are glad that you get to be back home and it sounds like you have an especially neat bed! well, we will check back in to see how you are doing soon. you are a very brave boy, Benton. we will keep you in our prayers. love patty and joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowlertt
Tucson, AZ USA - Saturday, January 31, 2004 10:48 PM CST

Hi there Benton,
Sounds like you are getting around a little more lately! That's great news! We sure think of you, your mom, and dad a lot these days. It makes us very happy to read journal entries like this one. We know that some days you feel better than others... let's hope for lots of better days!
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Saturday, January 31, 2004 10:25 PM CST

B T Spike,

How are you doing? I called today but you were
asleep. Jake said to say "Hi" to you and he will
probably be calling you.

I Love you and will talk to you later.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@sutterco.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA usa - Saturday, January 31, 2004 5:12 PM CST

Hi Benton...Hope you are feeling good today. Boy you sure have a lot of people who love you to write to you. I enjoyed seeing all your pictures. You look good. I love you very very very mucho. Aunt Lisa
L:isa Simoni <lisasimoni1@aol.com>
Manteca , CA USA - Saturday, January 31, 2004 4:50 PM CST

Dear Benton,
I know that Grandma and Grandpa Regello are visiting you today. I know that will be fun for you! I am glad that you sold so many of your things as the Fun Fair. Did you buy anything? What did you like best about the Fair?
What else are you going to do today? What ever it is, Grandpa Don and I hope that you have and good time. We wish we were there to be with you to have a good time,too!
We love you very, very, very, very, very, very much!
Grandma Betty and Grandpa Don
Betty J. Raiser
Oceanside, CA USA - Saturday, January 31, 2004 3:12 PM CST

Hi Benton!
I just wanted to let you know that Uncle Dennis & I are thinking of you. We're having lots of people over tomorrow for Super Bowl. Bud won't like that!
We hope you have a good day today.
Tell your big sister we said "Hi"
We love you very, very, very, very, very, very much!
uncle dennis & aunt jody

all our love
jody storey <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Saturday, January 31, 2004 11:46 AM CST

Hi Benton!

I am very proud of you. You worked hard this week and you deserve a break. I hope you enjoy your weekend. Madison and Kameron are sleeping over at their grandparent's house tonight and will be spending time with their cousins from the Bay Area. When they get back they'll be excited to see your website and sign your guestbook. Madison and Kameron are looking forward to spending time with you again.

See you on Monday.

Love ya a whole bunch!
Carolyn

Carolyn Javier <carolynj@calweb.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Friday, January 30, 2004 11:23 PM CST

Hello to my greatest little brother,
Did you have fun at the carnival today? Did you really bring all those toys we went through last Sunday to sell? I bet you found some cool things to buy too. I love you and will call you this weekend. Bye!
becky regello <rebecca00@comcast.net>
san jose, ca usa - Friday, January 30, 2004 8:36 PM CST

Benton,

I want you to hang in there today! You are such a handsome little fella. What are some of your favorite things to do? One of my favorite things is to do is sing and listen to great music, my sons Kyle and Blake and daughter Camille love music too. They love music so much that while I drive them to their schools in the mornings they fight over what we are going to listen to. What are some of your favorites?

Have a great day,

God Bless you Benton!

Tammy Heimerl
tammy heimerl <carpediemtlh@aol.com>
newark, ca 94560 - Friday, January 30, 2004 1:41 PM CST

Hi Benton!
Uncle Dennis & I loved talking to you last night. Thank you so much for calling. We would love to come visit you. Uncle Dennis talked about the first week of March. Is that a good time? Have fun on your hospital bed.

We love you very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very much.

love,
aunt jody
jody <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Friday, January 30, 2004 9:49 AM CST

Hi Benton, We can't wait to see you tomorrow at school. Talia has some neat Valentine goodies to sell. She made you a very cool card the other day, so we will need to come by soon to give it to you. Glad to hear you are feeling better! ...The power of prayer is amazing!
Love, The Sheldons
Kathy Sheldon <Kathysheldon@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 7:38 PM CST

Howdy Benton! Thanks for the Uno game--you are the champ!! As always Nicole and I love visiting with you. We hope this e-mail finds you feeling better today. We will be back soon to bug you some more!! We love you very much!
Shawna and Nicole <jlukasko@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca - Thursday, January 29, 2004 12:52 AM CST

Hi Benton,
I just found out that I could write in your guest book so I wanted to let you know that I'm thinking about you every day and all the kids in the class ask about you constantly. We look at your picture and they keep asking when you're coming back to us. We are so excited that you are planning to come to Carnival on Friday. I'm sure that most of the class would rather spend time with you than spend money on their carnival items. I heard that Mrs. Harvey is going to stay with you on Friday night. She is so lucky. Be sure and let me know how she behaves, OK? Bye for now and I'm looking forward to seeing you in a couple of days. Love, Ms. Glover
Susan Glover
Roseville, CA Placer - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 10:23 PM CST

I work with your cousin Heather. I pray for you and your family and think of you everyday! I have 2 children and cannot seem to find the words... but, I'm sure you know that my love goes to you and your family!
Teri Driscoll <Driscollzoo@sbcglobal.net>
Yuba City, CA USA - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 9:08 PM CST

Hi Benton, it's Mary from Mrs. Gerould's class. I think it's cool that you have your own web page. It makes me sad to read about all the pain and sickness you have to go thru. I think you are very brave. I don't think I could be as strong as you. I hope you are feeling better really really really soon!
Your friend,
Mary
Mary Daughhetee <micheled@vfr.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 6:55 PM CST

Hello Benton I was wondering if Bailey and I could come by for a quick visit on Thursday to bring you some cubscout stuff and your mom and dad some of my veggie lasagna for dinner? Let us know, if we don't hear from you then we will call and see. We can't stay long as we are getting ready to go out of town to the snow at Lake Tahoe. I can't wait to see you new bed. I bet it is very cool. talk to you later

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 6:52 PM CST

Hi Benton!

Hope you got the Animal tactile/braille book and could figure out some of the animals.

My granddaughter, Eliana, is five and she knows a lot about animals. Her father was a taxidermist for 17 years and then became a bronze sculptor. Ask your mom if you don't know what taxidermists and sculptors do. His name is Trent and he did quite a few bronze sculptures for the Sacramento Zoo.

My name is Marcy and I do tactiles for children's thermoform books. I think Mrs. Dickey has probably shown you some of the books I have done like The Very Hungry Caterpillar. I am working on a book about chameleons. It will take a while, but I will send you a copy when it is finished. Chameleons are like lizards only they change their skin colors to match what is around them.

All of us at Sacramento Braille Transcribers hope to hear that you are feeling better soon.
Your friend. Marcy Meyer

Marcy Meyer <marcymeyr@comcast.net>
Sacramento, CA Sacramento - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 6:39 PM CST

Benton, We really miss you here at Olive Grove. Everyone says HI. We hope you have lots of entries in you guest book to keep you busy. Hope to see you soon.
Mrs. McNeil, Olive Grove Learning Center <gmcneil@onemain.com>
Antelope, Ca USA - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 5:04 PM CST

Hi Benton,
I look forward to visiting with you. I have missed seeing your bright smiling face at school. I think of you often and at Christmas time I actually told my children all about you as we were decorating our tree. I showed them the beautiful gingerbread man that you gave to me a couple of years ago. I look forward to hearing from you.

Mrs. Welty <kelliewelty@drycreek.k12ca.us>
Antelope, CA - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 3:21 PM CST

Hi Benton, I hope that you are feeling a little better every day. I think of you every day and hope that you are feeling better. I had fun visiting with you on Sunday. I will see you soon. Love you very, very, very, very, very, very, very much Cousin Heather
Heather Van Natta <NO1BUTRFLY@AOL.COM>
Sacramento, CA United States - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 9:38 AM CST

Hey Benton,

Aunt Val and I will come to see you tonight. We will
leave here about 5:45. I hope you are feeling good.
Can't wait to see you.

I Love you very, very, very, very, very, very, much.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
- Wednesday, January 28, 2004 9:22 AM CST

Howdy Benton! Nicole and I will come over to your house today!! Will you take us for a ride on your cool bed? We really look forward to seeing you today. See you very soon!
Shawna and Nicole <jlukasko@surewest.net>
Roseville, - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 12:30 AM CST

Hey Benton!
Gosh, I wish I had a hospital bed. They are so cool. How nice that Becky got to stay with you. She must be your favorite sister. Uncle Dennis & I love you very, very, very, very, very, very, very much!

love,
aunt jody & uncle dennis & bud
jody <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or usa - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 9:53 AM CST

Hi Benton
I am glad to hear that you are home again. My daughter is at Sutter Memorial right now and you are so right about the nice nurses. She had her spine operated on today and is having more surgery on Wednesday.
Hey Benton, tell my friend Carolyn Javier hello for me. We taught together in Room 15 at Brown a few years ago.
Feel better soon and enjoy your "moving bed" in the family room...how nice that the doctor got that delivered so quickly. I think about you a lot and pray for you often.
Love,
Mrs. Mulrooney
Liz Mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
Roseville, - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 0:19 AM CST

Howdy Benton, How is the greatest brother in the whole wide world doing? I had so much fun visiting with you this past weekend and reading The Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing, talking and playing Uno. I wish I could come over every day! I am adding a picture to your photo album of you and I in Disneyland a couple of years age. It's of us riding the rockets. I think we went on that ride a few times. I love you a lot-a lot XOXOXOXOXOXOX Love, Becky. Feel better soon!!!
becky regello <rebecca00@comcast.net>
san jose, ca USA - Monday, January 26, 2004 10:50 PM CST

Hi there Benton,
Sounds like you have a pretty good set-up in the living room! My mom said we missed your call the other day. She was watching Jack while we were at work. We would love to talk with you on the phone. When would be a good time to call? Erik, Jack, and I think of you often and we remember you in our prayers. We will pray for many massages too!

Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Monday, January 26, 2004 10:40 PM CST

Hello Benton! Please let us know when we can come visit again. We think about you every day. Nicole would love to see your bed!! We love you very much!
Shawna and Nicole Lukasko <jlukasko@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca - Monday, January 26, 2004 2:17 PM CST

Hello Benton,
I was wondering if I could come visit you soon. I will call you today. I heard you had a great time with Mitchell going up, up, up and down, down, down in your bed! You two are so funny! Hope you are feeling good today. I am thinking about you very, very, very, very much!
Love,
Mrs. Harvey
Mrs. Harvey <heidee@earthlink.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Monday, January 26, 2004 12:48 AM CST

Benton I hope you are home now or very soon at the least. we miss you so at the cubscout meetings and know as soon as you are feeling better you will join us again. Benton, Bailey and I pray for you everyday and send our best to you. Take care of mom and dada nd yourself and we will see you soon

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Monday, January 26, 2004 12:35 AM CST

Hi to my darling grandson! We love you and hope you had a good night.
Grandpa went flying today and he sends a kiss to you. So do I! G.G. Aunt Gracie sends her love also. She and I are going Friday to Pala, to visit the casino. Do you think we will win lots of money? I doubt it, don't you?
Talk to you on the phone later.
We love you very, very, very, very,very, very much.
Grandma Betty
Betty J. Raiser
Oceanside, CA USA - Monday, January 26, 2004 12:02 AM CST

Hi my favorite nephew Benton:

Just a note to let you know I am always thinking about
you. I hope you are feeling better every day. I love
you very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very much.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
- Monday, January 26, 2004 11:49 AM CST

Hi Benton,
This is Mrs. Harvey's mom & dad and her Uncle John (who met you when he visited your classroom). We live in Battle Creek, MI where it is very, very cold with lots of white, fluffy snow. We want you to know that we are praying for you to get better and stronger every day. You are a very brave boy! We will keep in touch.

Mr. & Mrs. Perry and Uncle John <Patp60@aol.com>
Battle Creek, MI USA - Sunday, January 25, 2004 9:00 PM CST

Benton, I am really sorry you haven't been feeling well. We pray for you often. I am amazed, but really not surprised, how many people fill out this guestbook. You are such a special boy. You always make me laugh!! Stay strong and keep up that great sense of humor! Maybe Kaylee and I can stick around next time Talia comes over? She thinks you have fun toys! (and Talia won't make you play UNO anymore, ok??) We love you. The Sheldons (Colin, Kathy, Talia and Kaylee).
Kathy Sheldon <kathysheldon@surewest.ent>
Roseville, CA 95678 - Saturday, January 24, 2004 1:46 AM CST

Hi Benton,
I'm sorry to hear that you had to go back to the hospital again. It sounds like you have had a lot of visitors and that you have very good doctors helping you. I will say some prayers for you....and ask God to continue to give you and your family strength. I miss seeing you and talking with you at school. Hang in there Benton and I hope to are at home soon. Love, Mrs. Mulrooney
Liz Mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
Roseville, CA - Friday, January 23, 2004 11:59 AM CST

Hi Benton, I am finally over my cold and can come see you. I will come and see you in the hospital on Thursday if it is okay. I love you very, very, very, very, very, very much.
Cousin Heather <no1butrfly@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA united states - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 7:55 PM CST

benton, hi i hope that you're feeling better. i really had a good time with you in the hospital on friday night! it was fun watching cartoons with you!!!! i cant wait to see you again and i love you very very very very very much sweetie pie.
aunt val <valerina@mako.com>
- Wednesday, January 21, 2004 7:53 PM CST

Hello Benton! As always I am at work but thinking about you!! Please call us when you want some company. We are never too busy to make time for our buddy!
Shawna and Nicole <jlukasko@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca usa - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 2:00 PM CST

Hi Benton!
Uncle Dennis & I are so sorry that you're having such a hard time. We love you very, very, very much. Call if you get a chance. Uncle Dennis says to hang in there little buddy.

love,
aunt jody
jody storey <storey@695online.com>
- Wednesday, January 21, 2004 12:13 AM CST

Benton,

I hope you are feeling better. I will come and stay with you in the hospital Friday night if you are still in the
hospital. I will call you later today. I love you very
very very very very very much. Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, ca Sutter - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 11:03 AM CST

Hi there,
We are so sorry to hear about what you have been through the last week! We pray that you have more reliable doctors and hope that you will find some peace and quiet at home soon. You are quite a trooper and we're glad to know that you still have that great sense of humor!
Julie Roberts
Roseville, CA USA - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 10:23 PM CST

Benton I am still so amazed everyday when I read your site and see what things you and your family are going through, I think of you everyday and always read your site. Todays made me sad, I actually sat here and cried when I read it and all that people have said to you. It is such a honor to know such a remarkable family and I feel blessed to be your cubscout leader. I am also very thankful you are a part of my life and Bailey's. Keep your spirts up and remeber you are a wonderful and brave boy and so many love you. Take care nad I will talk to you soon

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 9:57 AM CST

Hello Benton,
Eddee & Beabee are meowing "hello" to you! Beabee won't stop pushing my hand while I'm trying to keyboard. I think he is trying to type you a message! What a crazy cat! Remember last summer when you and your dad stopped by after fishing? You two were so "fishy" you didn't even come inside! Do you think that's why the cats kept meowing at you? Maybe they smelled FISH? I love you and hope you are having a great day!
Mrs. Harvey <heidee@earthlink.net>
Weimar, CA USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 10:34 AM CST

Hi Mr. Benton! I hope you are doing well, I have missed seeing you this week! Thank you so much for being so cooperative with your tutoring, even when you are tired! I hope that you are feeling better and that you and your family have a good weekend. I am visiting my family this weekend and showed them your website. My mom works in a school, too and she wishes that her students could be as hard working and cooperative as you have been, you're awesome!! Take care, Love, Miss Riggs
Erin Riggs <candle306a2@hotmail.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Saturday, January 17, 2004 10:01 PM CST

I hope Benton did well with his feeds last night. Thank you for sharing this web page site. I emailed the info to my daughters in Taiwan. I love Benton's pictures but the second one the best.
Linda Huskinson R.N.
Weimar, Ca USA - Saturday, January 17, 2004 7:53 PM CST

Hi Benton. We are sorry we couldn't visit you last night. We miss your smiling face! I just read all of your messages that people have written to you. WOW. You are a very, very, very, very, very, very, special boy!! Love and hugs from Del, Katie, and "cousin" Mitchell.....
Katie, Del, and Mitchell Schellenger <kdschellenger@comcast.net>
Roseville, CA - Saturday, January 17, 2004 5:10 PM CST

Hi Benton,
We hope you all get over your colds quickly! We were hoping to spend some time with you this weekend if you're feeling better. It's been a while since we've visited with you. Tell your mom and dad "hi" and we've got the Neighborhood Watch in progress while you're gone!
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Friday, January 16, 2004 10:51 PM CST

Hi Benton,
I'm just checking up on you! I'm thinking about you a lot. Talk to you soon!
Love,
Mrs. Nelson
Heidi Nelson <mhpbnelson@yahoo.com>
Folsom, CA USA - Friday, January 16, 2004 4:40 PM CST

Hi Benton hope you get better soon.
Jacob Dynes from school <lgdynes@surewest.net>
roseville, ca usa - Thursday, January 15, 2004 10:23 PM CST

Hi Benton I hope that you are feeling better today. Mike says hi and hopes you feel better also. I will hopefully come see you this weekend, I think that my cold is almost gone. I love you very, very, very, very, very much. Love Heather
Heather Van Natta <no1butrfly@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Thursday, January 15, 2004 6:54 PM CST

I'm sorry Talia couldn't come visit the other day. She had a haircut appt. that I already canceled once! I hope you are up for some visitors when you get back home, she would like to play a game of Uno. Give her a call when you feel up to it! Say hi to Hazel the dog! She is so cute!

The Sheldon family <kathysheldon@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Thursday, January 15, 2004 3:54 PM CST

Hello Benton,
Wow! What a great web site you have! I LOVE reading about YOU and looking at your beautiful pictures! I hope that you are feeling good and will be ready for some more visits! Call if you get a chance!
Love Always,
Mrs. Harvey :)
Mrs. Harvey <heidee@earthlink.net>
Weimar, CA USA - Thursday, January 15, 2004 2:34 PM CST

Hi Benton, Jeane and Bob. We are thinking about all of you. I am happy to hear you are getting some rest at home tonight. Jeane, I was sorry we had to miss our get together today. Please let us know if/when Benton might like visitors. Please let us know if we can help in ANY way. Benton, we know you will feel better soon!! Hang in there buddy. Love, Shawna and Nicole
Shawna Lukasko <slukasko@surewest.net>
Roseville, ca usa - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 11:05 PM CST

Hi Benton just a quick note to tell you hi!!!!!!I have still been sick with strep throat and a cold. I wish I could come see you in the hospital but I don't want to get you sick. Hope to see you soon buddy. Ilove you very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very much.
Heather Van Natta <no1butrfly@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 7:23 PM CST

Hi Benton,
I asked Nancy in the office how you were doing and she gave me your web address...so here I am writing to you to find out how you are doing! It was good to see your pictures...I miss seeing you. Have a good day today and i hope your dad feels better also. I have to get back to Kindergarten now. Love, Mrs. Mulrooney
L. Mulrooney <lizmul@aol.com>
roseville, ca usa - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 12:11 AM CST

Hi there Benton,
Erik, Jack, and I are very happy to hear that you are doing a bit better this week. We are hoping that everything will go well with your testing too. Jack really likes the stuffed bear you gave him for Christmas. He sits quietly and looks at it like he's deep in thought. He has fallen asleep with it a few times too! Your family is in our prayers every night.

Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Sunday, January 11, 2004 11:15 PM CST

Benton we are so excited to hear you are doing a bit better, we love to read good news on your web page. We are sorry to hear your dad is sick, hope he is better soon. Bailey and I hope to come by soon for a visit, we have a cub scout meeting tomorrow at Kim's house but I understand you probably won't make it. Talk to you soon

Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, US - Sunday, January 11, 2004 9:30 PM CST

Hello Benton! Nicole would love to come visit again soon. She's been wearing your slippers everyday! She gets a big smile on her face each time she puts them on. We love you buddy!
Nicole and Shawna Lukasko <jlukasko@suresest.net>
Roseville, ca usA - Sunday, January 11, 2004 11:55 AM CST

Hi Benton, just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and your family. Hope you are feeling much better. We will not be able to visit your web site for 2 weeks because we are going to take a trip to Mexico! Adios! su amigos, Patty and Joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler
Tucson, AZ USA - Saturday, January 10, 2004 7:49 PM CST

Hi Benton, boy it sounds like you are doing better each day. Bet you are glad to be home! We check your web site every couple days so just wanted to say a great big "howdy" and let you know we are thinking of you!
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler
Tucson, AZ USA - Wednesday, January 7, 2004 11:17 PM CST

Benton,
I hope you liked me staying with you on New Years Eve.
You were pretty tired so you and I slept through the first
few hours of the New Year. I pray that 2004 is better for
you.

I Love You very, very, very, very much. Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, ca usa - Wednesday, January 7, 2004 2:36 PM CST

Hi Benton,
Erik said he had a great time visiting with you, your mom, and dad the other day. I can't wait until Jack feels better so we can visit too. It's been a while since I've talked to you! I hope you are feeling good today. It must make you feel really good to know that you have so many people who write you messages and think of you often!
Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA USA - Monday, January 5, 2004 11:47 PM CST

Hi Benton, Thank you for inviting me over to play the other day. It was great playing Uno. You are one of my best friends. Give me a call when you feel up to another Uno game. I hope you feel a lot better. Bye--Love Talia
Talia Sheldon <talia@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA USA - Monday, January 5, 2004 10:13 PM CST

Benton, Hi. Your website is great. Haven't seen you since you were very little. Nice to see an updated picture. Lots of prayers and good thoughts to you. Cinder. Now here's Theiler. Hey, I hope you feel well enough to start to eat more so you can get your immune system up and start feel better. Also, try to e-mail me back and tell me how your X-mas was.
Theiler and Cinder DePalma <napalmflame56@hotmail.com>
Lake Forest, CA USA - Monday, January 5, 2004 7:31 PM CST

HI Benton, We think about you and pray for you everyday. When you are better you and your family are welcome to come visit us in Colorado anytime!!! Happy New Year!
Maggie and Travis Easton <mrs2276@yahoo.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Monday, January 5, 2004 12:29 AM CST

Dear Benton,

What a terrific website, Benton. Uncle Dennis & I love you very, very much. When you are feeling better, I hope you will call. We like talking to you very, very much.

love,
aunt jody
jody storey <storey@695online.com>
corbett, or - Monday, January 5, 2004 12:11 AM CST

Dear Benton, gosh, are we ever glad to hear that you are back home!! Bet you are awfully glad to have your grandma Betty staying with you for a while. Please tell her hello from us and maybe you could give her a great big hug (and she could give one back to you!)from us! I bet that she would tell you about the times (long ago!)that we used to teach together!! Hugs to your parents, too! love, Patty and Joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler
Tucson, AZ - Sunday, January 4, 2004 9:42 PM CST

Hi Benton!
I hope you're doing better and home from the hospital. I miss seeing you, I hope you come back to school soon so we can play together at recess.

Your friend,

Mark Jones

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
The Jones Family
Mark Jones <wendyjones@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA - Sunday, January 4, 2004 8:08 PM CST

i am sorry to here benton is back in the hospital. i hope everything will be ok. he will be in our prayers
julie and nikolas davis ( from cub scouts) <julieca78@aol.com>
roseville, ca usa - Saturday, January 3, 2004 9:19 PM CST

Dear Benton, Bob and Jeanne,
You touch so many hearts, in a very important way. I pray you feel the love that we all feel for you and that it brings you the feeling of being hugged and squeezed tight. Love from Cousins Kathy, Bob and Brian in Colorado and our kitties Smudge and Patch too.
Kathy Rowlands <krowlands@gbronline.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Saturday, January 3, 2004 7:46 PM CST

Benton we had a great time visiting you today it was good to see you looking beter. I promise to come over again soon and stay longer
Tammie and Bailey
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Saturday, January 3, 2004 0:53 AM CST

Benton, thank you for inviting me over to play yesterday. That was a good way to spend the new year. I have the picture you made me hanging on the refrigerator. I liked playing Who Wants To Be A Millionaire. I like playing games with you. I think about you every day.
Love, Kylie Frost
Kylie Frost <kfrostk@comcast.net>
Roseville, CA U.S.A. - Friday, January 2, 2004 10:00 PM CST

Dear Benton, We were so glad to hear from your mom and to know about your website. You are a very brave boy to go through as much as you have. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers and hope that this new year of 2004 sees you coming home real soon and feeling much better!!! with all our love, Patty and Joel
Patty Packard and Joel Fowler
Tucson, AZ USA - Friday, January 2, 2004 2:35 PM CST

Benton I hope you are a bit beter and had a great New Year. I am sorry you are in the hospital and hope you are out soon. see ya soon
Tammie and Bailey
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Friday, January 2, 2004 10:44 AM CST

Hi Benton, Ann Hinshelwood gave me the address of your cool website. I hope you are feeling better today. I would like to come and see you when you feel like having company so let me know. I miss you very very very very very very very much.
Love, Debbie Harris, VI Teacher
Debbie Harris <dharris552001@yahoo.com>
Auburn, CA USA - Thursday, January 1, 2004 11:02 PM CST

Hi Benton,
We are thinking of you and your family and keeping you in our prayers! Erik, Jack and I were hoping to visit you at home this week to wish you a Happy New Year. We are so glad to have this website so we can keep posted on how you are doing. Hang in there kidd-o!

Julie Roberts <julie_erik_jack@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA Sacramento - Wednesday, December 31, 2003 11:20 PM CST

Hi Benton! Your mom told me to visit your webpage when I saw her at the hospital the other day. What a wonderful website you have! I don't work at the hospital until after the New Year. I hope to see your smiling face then! Happy New Year to you and your family!
Christine Storms, RN <tinkerbell-rn@comcast.net>
West Sacramento, CA - Wednesday, December 31, 2003 7:37 PM CST

Hi Benton! Nikki and I enjoyed our visit with you today. Nikki hopes to come and play Uno again soon! You are a tough competitor. We think of you every day. We love you. Nikki and Shawna
Shawna Lukasko <jlukasko@surewest.net>
Roseville, Ca US - Tuesday, December 30, 2003 9:29 PM CST

Hi Benton
We missed sooo much on Christmas Day at your grandparants house. Chelsea and I hope we could arange to come by and visit you some time. Ask your Mom and Dad. Hope you are having a good day today. I think about you all the time. With Love Cousin Sandra
Sandra Gordon <sgca95203@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Tuesday, December 30, 2003 9:14 AM CST

Merry Christmas Benton. You were missed very much at your grandparents house Christmas Day. It wasn't the same without you. Hope you had a happy holiday! Love, you cousin Barbara
Barbara Yarbrough <barbara.yarbrough@wamu.net>
Stockton, CA USA - Friday, December 26, 2003 10:05 AM CST

I hope you had a great Christmas, I said a prayer for you today. We will call you soon to come by for a visit. take care
Bailey Clark
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Thursday, December 25, 2003 10:58 PM CST

Dear Benton,
Merry christmas and a happy new year!!!
Love
solana :)
Solana bravo <princessgirl3996@hotmail.com>
Rosville, CA USA - Thursday, December 25, 2003 12:51 AM CST

Dear Benton & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you this holiday season. I agree with your mom that no little boy should have to go through what you are going through. Please stay strong and get well soon. Matthew talks of you often and the fun times you had together in Boy Scouts. We have missed you and look foward to seeing you soon at future events when your feeling better. We would love to come visit you sometime when your feeling up to company. May God Bless you and your family always. Your courage has really touched our hearts and we love you.

Marcia & Matthew Lanoie and family
Marcia and Matthew Lanoie <Mlanoie@yahoo.com>
Roseville, CA Placer - Wednesday, December 24, 2003 4:03 PM CST

Benton I hope you are home and feeling good. Only 2 days til Christmas. Are you excited? Bailey is very excited also. I want to wish you and your mom and dad a very special christmas and happy new year. I will come by soon with your gift from Robert and your pinewood derby car. Have a grea t Christmas and take care of yourself.
Tammie and Bailey Clark
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Tuesday, December 23, 2003 5:25 PM CST

Benton,
I had fun visiting you on Saturday night. I hope you had lots of fun with cousin Jake. I hope you are feeling well, i have tried to call a couple of time but the phone is busy. I love you very, very, very, very much and I can't wait to see you on Christmas Eve so you can open all of your presents. Love you.
Heather Van Natta <no1btrfly@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Monday, December 22, 2003 3:46 PM CST

Benton is a very strong and couragous boy. We love him very very much.
Heather Van Natta and Michael Schouweiler <no1btrfly@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA United States - Monday, December 22, 2003 3:39 PM CST

Dear Benton,
Hope you get better real soon I miss you!!I hope you have a realy good christmas! You and your family are in our prayers!! Merry Christmas Regello Family and a happy new yaer.
love Solana Bravo
Solana bravo <princessgirl3996@hotmail.com>
roseville, ca usa - Saturday, December 20, 2003 9:34 PM CST

Dear Benton,
You are such a sweet kind friend. I hope you feel a lot better verry,verry soon! I hope you have a good vaction &
a happy, happy Christmas.DO you know how many days till
Christmas?
Your Friend,
Emily Butcoff

You are in our thoughts and prayers! Mike, Kim, Joe, Madison and Emily

The Butcoff's <3liljems@vfr.net>
Roseville, CA - Friday, December 19, 2003 7:12 PM CST

Benton I am sorry to hear that you have had a tough time, more so then usual, but it is good you got a few days of rest before things start up again. We missed you so much at the den meeting, the boys are hoping to see you soon. Keep your chin up and Jean and Bob I would love to bring over a meal so please let me know when you would be home. I so wish there was more I could do for you. I miss you Benton and look forward to a visit real soon. Take care and know that we are thinking of you.
Love Tammie
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA - Friday, December 19, 2003 0:56 AM CST

Dear Benton,
Hi Benton, how are you? We love you! Katie will be visiting you tomorrow at the hospital. We hope you had a fun visit with Shawna and Nicole today. Sweet dreams, night night from the Schellengers.
Mitchell Schellenger and his parents, Katie and Del <kdschellenger@juno.com>
Roseville, CA. - Thursday, December 18, 2003 9:09 PM CST

Hiya Benton! I got the web address from your mom and it's great to see pictures of you ringing the bell out in front of target! Thank you so much for the beautiful pin, that is very thoughtful of you. Today the class went to see Sarah do ballet tomorrow is craft day, I am going to put together the crafts in a bag for you and Miss Glover is planning on taking them to your house on Friday. I hope you are doing well in the hospital and that you have a good night. you are more than welcome to give me a call anytime if you need anything from school or just feel like chatting! Take care, love, Erin (Miss Riggs)
Erin Riggs <candle306a2@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, December 17, 2003 10:24 PM CST

Hi Benton:

This is Ann Day, a friend of your Mom and Dad. I received a card from them just this week bring me up to date on how you are doing. I hope the surgery you had yesterday went well, and that you will be feeling much better in the future. I thought of you in October and gave you a quiet "Happy Birthday" in my heart. You are a brave boy and give us all reason to celebrate your life.

PS: My 10 cats and 2 dogs send their love.
Ann Day <JANNDAY@aol.com>
Winters, CA - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 2:51 PM CST

Hi Benton,
I am Mitchell's aunt marie from Westford, Massachusetts. My family has heard about you from Katie, Del & Mitchell. We think that you are the most courageous person that we know. We pray for you and your family every day, and hope that you are better soon. love, Marie, Chris, Katie Greene
marie greene <mariegreene@hotmail.com>
westford, ma usa - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 9:36 PM CST

Bento it was so Great seeing you at cubscouts. I was so happy you came. I am looking forward to seeing you on Monday if you are feeling good, which I hope you are. See ya soon
take care
love Tammie
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA US - Saturday, December 13, 2003 5:46 PM CST

Benton,

It was wonderful seeing you last night. Jake also enjoyed
the trip to see you. I hope you had fun taking rides in the
car with Jake. Hope you are feeling well.

Love Aunt Vicki
Vicki VanNatta <vvannatta@co.sutter.ca.us>
Yuba City, CA USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 9:58 AM CST

Benton we are hoping to see you on Saturday, we think of you often and hope you get to feeling better very soon, Bailey wants to make a playdate with over christmas break, Just remember you are so very brave and loved by so many. take care Benton and mom and dad too.
Love Tammie
Tammie and Bailey Clark <stuntam@surewest.net>
Roseville, CA - Thursday, December 11, 2003 7:49 PM CST

WE hope you are having a better day today sweetheart. We Love You very very very much.

Karen and Erin McDonough <karcritter@aol.com>
Stockton, CA U.S. - Thursday, December 11, 2003 5:29 PM CST

Dear Benton,
Grandpa Don and I love you very, very, very, very, much!
We hope you are feeling better today.
Betty J. Raiser
Oceanside, CA USA - Friday, December 5, 2003 12:34 AM CST

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