Jessica Mead
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969

"It will be 8 years you have been gone 6-12-2010 and were in 2018 now, there's not a day goes by I don't think of you, I see your children have grown up and Jess you would be so proud of them, Everyone misses you so so much I Love You Sweetie till we talk again Sleep in Peace my Love ????"

"I remember ...getting Stormy to canter in probably the only horse ring in Indianapolis city limits....trick or treating in a 'Halloween Candy Paradise' when compared to Mountain Road....racing barefoot back to my Mom and Dad's house to tell her and Aunt Debbie that you and Nick were stuck in the mud in the cornfield....being ratted out by Rick for swearing in front of you....losing every single race. Every single race....smashing crabapples with our bikes and then racing away as fast as we could from the bees, who apparently wanted the crabapples more than you, me, Nick, or Melissa did....hearing the story, as told by Uncle Dick, of your first experience driving on I-465....meeting the first child of my first cousin....meeting the second child of my first cousin....sitting in your driveway and spilling my guts about my personal life while Jason ran out for dinner. Thank you for asking. Really, thank you....listening to you express you opinions. Oh man, did you have opinions, and oh man could you express them!...dinner at Pleasure Island....4th of July parties in Michigan.Although we may have only spoken to each other every few months, we picked up each conversation like it was only yesterday. So many memories. Memories we'll have forever.I miss you cousin."

"I met you when I was 12 through my sister & you were considered my big sis also,I always looked up to you & I was so excited when you came back from florida,We were always big jessica & lil jessica,I will never forget the last time I saw you about 6 weeks ago you looked so happy and beautiful I will never forget your smile & your memory will be with me forever............love you lady!!!"

"Jessica and I went to school together and lived in the same neighborhood. Jessica was loved and will be missed. I pray God holds you in his arms through this terrible time. I pray you feel his love, comfort and peace."

"It has been such a long time since we had spoken and hung out, because we all grew up and grew apart and lost contact up until recently,but the great times me and you and Jason and Jason Owens, Chad and Monica all shared together hangin out will never leave my mind.You were always kind and a great friend with a warm personality that will be forever missed.R.I.P. Jess we will always remember you, you will be greatly missed."

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"I worked with Jessica in the past. During the short time I knew her she showed herself to be a beautiful person. My condolences to her family and children."

"I only met you one time Jessica, but it was if I already knew you. My sister Nina would talk about you in many of our phone conversations, and my niece Mika would talk about her best friend Celia and her mother Jessica. You were cool right from the moment I met you. Our meeting was at my fundraiser. You came to Chicago with Nina to support us. You were on that dance floor and had me laughing most of the night. You enjoyed yourself that night, and even though it had been a while since I last saw you, everytime I step foot in the Dorchester I think of you. Rest in Peace Jessica. "

"TO: Dick, Debbie, Nick & Melissa,Our hearts were broken when we heard the news about Jessica. We would like for you to know that we are thinking about your family at this difficult time and you have our deepest sympathy.The Demaree FamilyBoca Raton,Florida"

"Jessica you are now in heaven and you are at peace. We all will miss you soo much. You had so much more life to give and I am so sorry we lost touch! You will forever be in my heart and never forgottent! R.I.P."

"jessica,i remember when we first met a few years ago we immediatly became friends,every since you were always @ my house and shay was so attached to your family. you kept her every weekend when you got off work every friday. remember your mom had to take the dog so she could come & she did. i can recall all the fun we had last summer we were together every single day! couldn't no-one tell us nothing! you were with me the hardest day of my life when i lost my father last year even went to the funneral,you went with me to my god-sisters wedding i didnt no were we were but you did,you were there when i met the love i had been waiting for,you pushed me to go for it, i was the one scared but,you were there.we have so many hilarious stories we could write a book, sit back & laugh. I will miss you dearly jess and we all love you so much!! THE HARLAN FAMILY: SHAY, TINK, KEVIN, NITA. "

"I remember the day I met you at Jills. We were getting our hair done. I had heard so much about you and was so glad to finally put a face with the name. You and I began a friendship that seemed like we'd known eachother all along. We had alot of fun together and I never saw you sad or upset. You were always smiling and so full of life. I'm glad to have gotten to know you and to call you my friend. You will be missed by all who knew you! Love Gina "

"It has been a while since we last spoke but I have always thought about you and your family. I remember the fun and mischief as teenagers with you and me, Marsee, Jill, Devin, having our kids, ....wow how life takes you to so many different places. I remember buying your little red escort when I was like 18 or so. Just so many memories. My prayers go out to Jason and the kids, your parents, and siblings. Life is too short! Always remembered never forgotten! Love ya Girl!!! "

"I want to take a moment of silence for my girl Jessica. You were one of my closest childhood friends. You and Jason never had anything bad to say about anyone. Even though you came from a family of money you never treated any of us any different not everyone had than quality about them. You were a friend any one could count on. JUST ASK was your policy. We were close as teenagers but as we got older we kinda of lost touch and had families of our own. I regret not being closer as adults.But you & jason were thought of often. My condolences to Jason,the kids and your family and to anybody who knew you because everybody knew how special you were. I sure would of loved to tell you bye,but i will with out a doubt do it in my prayers.We had so many good times is hard to narrow down the best one, probably the jodeci concert yeah we had a great time that night . The good thing about it is i cant think of any bad times, cant say that about all my friends. All i do know is that you will be truely missed as a true friend , mother , daughter, sister, wife , and every other special thing you were.You will be forever missed and never forgotten BELIEVE THAT !!! R.I.P. BIG JESSI love you girl. I miss you already but I am sure i am not the only one. To jason if you need anything bro just let me know call me 717-6816 you to nick ! "

"I first met Jess when we worked together at St A's in St Pete/Tampa, FL. I used to babysit Quinn and Celia sometimes. She made going to work so much fun, we had a blast just being complete fools! I had lost contact until recently, but will cherish the memories that we have. She will truly be missed. My heart goes out to Jason, Quinn, and Celia. XOXOXOXAmie"

"I want to express my condolences & my prayers to the Mead family. I am Nick's age, but I remember having classes with Jessica & remember her as a very good person. My prayers are with you all!!!"

"Jessica, we shared many memories 'back in the day' with the rest of the crew.I am very sorry this happened. You are with God now and looking down at all of this, especially your children.One day down the road, we will all meet againYou will always be in my prayers and memories of the 'old days'God Bless you, your children, family and the crewChris Ogle"

"Jessica first is first may u rip! Day by day everything is getting better. I think back back from the day I met u? Weird I knew u before we became friends. I will always remember ur smile. I will remember ur voice. I will rember u for the rest of my life. U will always have a special place in my heart Jess!!! I could write forever but u already know everything we have been through! Jess i will never forget u and will always love u!!! My god be with u and ur family! GOD IS GOOD!!! LOVE U JESSICA!!! XOXO!!!"

"My thoughts are with Jessica's family. Be there for each other and celebrate her life daily. "

" Grandma& Grandpa I'm sure was thrilled to see you ...and gives Peace in myheart knowing your in good hands!! BUT.. you will be missed so much myDear Niece and my heart aches..untill we meet again..R.I.P. Always andforever in my heart!!!"

"Eternal rest grant unto Jessica O Lord, and let your perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace. My first niece, you will remain always in my heart. With all my love Aunt Candy"

"Jessica, I was so saddened to hear God had taken you so soon. You always were full of life and had such a beautiful smile. I know you are probably looking down from above and smiling as you hear all the prayers and as you see all the ones you've made an impact on remembering you.. You truely will be missed and always will be loved. May you R.I.P. I want to also send my deepest condolences to your children, Jason, and your family, my prayers will be with all of you. "

"I was friends with Jessica back in elementary school. We lived right down the street form each other. I am so sorry for your loss. Praying that God will give you peace and rest as you grieve the loss of your daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend."

"I will never understand why we have to lose people that we love so dearly. I understand it is God's will but it doesn't ease the pain. Jessica, you are a part of so many of my memories. I will never forget the fun times we had. If you were still here, I doubt we would go and swim at the Carmel pool, or hang out with boys at Woodland Bowl, or have a slumber party. I do know we would introduce our children to each other and catch up on all of the things that have happened in our lives over the past 10 years. I am so heartbroken that your children have to say goodbye to their mommy and your parents have to say goodbye to their baby. And your husband to his wife and your siblings, oh my. I can only hope and pray that time will heal and that the short time that you had on this earth will forever impact everyone's life in a positive way. I know it will mine. I am sad that we don't have the chance to continue to grow and experience adulthood together. You were an amazing person and will be missed dearly for a very long time. I wish your family peace and will pray for all of them.I hope you will love being an angel."

"I've know Jessica for quite some time now. Our children played together and our daughters became very close friends. Several years ago for my daughters birthday we got together with several other girls/moms for a night of Chinese food and to see the Hannah Montana movie in 3-D. We had such a great time and so did the girls! Thanks for the wonderful memory. May peace be granted to you and your family."

"Thinking of Jessica reminded me of this poem. It's called The Dash.What mattered most of all was the dash between those yearsFor that dash represents all the time that she spent alive on earth...and now only those who loved her know what that little line is worthFor it matters not, how much we own; the cars...the house...the cash. what matters is how we live and love and how we spend our dash.So think about this long and hard...are there things you'd like to change? For you never know how much time is left.( You could be at "dash midrange." )If we could just slow down enough to consider what's true and real, and always try to understand the way other people feel.And be less quick to anger, and show appreciation more and love the people in our lives like we've never loved before.If we treat each other with respect, and more often wear a smile...remembering that this special dash might only last a little while. So when your eulogy's being read with your life's actions to rehash...would you be proud of the things they say about how you spend your dash?Many years of my life never felt complete. I felt like there were missing puzzle pieces. It really bothered me that our "click" was so broken. When Jessica came back from Florida 2 / 3 years ago I started to feel whole again. Then, facebook kicked in and pretty soon the puzzle of my life was complete and I felt whole again. Looking around the past few days I have came to the conclusion Jessica was whole again too. She was home again (in Indiana). Facebook helped her too. Everyone I have seen at least got to message with her or talked about making future plans to see her again if they hadn't already, and if this wasn't the case, they at least we within arms reach. The bottom line is Jessica's dash, well...I don't have to tell you....it was something great. I saw it posted before. It pretty much covered it. If someone only met her once they'd remember her for a lifetime. This time on earth is only a small fraction of time anyways compared to eternal life in the kingdom of heaven.-Til we meet again..."

"dick and family i was so sorry to hear of your daughters passing before her time. from reading about her im sure she will be welcome to the pearly gates. if you should need anything.please feel fre to call on me . fraternally yours.denis"

"Jessica, u are absolutely 1 in a million! U were always so much fun to be around. I truly hope u are looking down and you see all the people's lives u touched!! It's truly amazing! May u rest in true peace sweetie! To Jason, Celia, Quinn and the parents and siblings of Jess, I know there are no words that could ever touch the pain u are feeling, but I truly am sorry for your loss! Just please remember, she is looking down on u all and smiling bc the love she feels. She will forever be in ur hearts and mind and sometimes right beside you! RIP JESSICA WE ALL LOVE AND MISS U SO MUCH!!"

"Jessica:You already know this, but my heart is broken. I can't begin to imagine how life is going to be without you. You and I have had so much fun together these last few years, always coming up with our funny inside jokes and words that we would use over and over again. We loved laughing together. In fact, that's basically what we always did! Getting together to watch our shows and you having me over for dinner. Me having you over for dinner. I'm so happy you moved back from Florida and could share so many of these amazing days with me and our family. You were truly a breath of fresh air, always knowing what to say and when to say it. You could lift me out of the greatest of fogs and be strong enough for both of us. I thought it would be too hard to go to your house the other day, but it gave me great comfort. I went in to your room and I cried. I held your clothes because they made me feel closer to you. I looked through your picture albums and I cried some more, but I could feel you telling me, "I had a really good life". And that you did! You left us two of the greatest blessings we've ever known. Quinn and Celia, who I promise you are in good hands. I will make sure that they always know how much you loved them. I will make sure they always know that you're near them, and there whenever you need them, in spirit. I always wanted you to meet John Tolle, my spiritual counselor, whom I knew you would love. He is going to be speaking at your life celebration on Saturday. I have faith that he can provide all of us with some comfort, for you are in a better place. I hope you don't mind, but I'd like to write here once in awhile, just so that people can know how much your family loved you. I'd do anything in this world to bring you back, but I know that I can't. I know that wishing for that is selfish, so I'm going to try my very best to be strong, and to live each day in your honor. The way that you lived yours, happily and without regret. A woman who knew exactly who she was and was herself at all costs. You are my world, and I will do whatever I can to make you proud of me, my sister. My best friend. "

"This song has really gotten me through these tough days. I hope this song can help someone else on here as well. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8J-7ASEidrI"

"God our Father, Your power brings us to birth, Your providence guides our lives, and by Your command we return to dust.Lord, those who die still live in Your presence, their lives change but do not end. I pray in hope for my family, relatives and friends, and for all the dead known to You alone. In company with Christ, Who died and now lives, may they rejoice in Your kingdom, where all our tears are wiped away. Unite us together again in one family, to sing Your praise forever and ever.Jessica I will always remember you, and I will keep your memory alive in my heart forever. Rest in peace with all of my love. Erin "

"Jess, I am still in shock and cannot even express in words how much I wish you were still here. The Lord has bigger plans for you and decided you were needed in the heavens above. I have met you over the years a few times and in the last year we have gotten a lot closer. We have had great conversation and you always made me laugh. You had a huge heart and were willing to do anything for anyone. I know you are smiling down on all of us and just hoping that everyone can rest assured that you are now our angel in the sky. You will be GREATLY missed and NEVER forgotten. RIP Jess "love ya girlie""

"jessica and i met through our years at carmel high school. i've always thought she was so pretty with her long hair and beautiful smile that was worth a millon words! she was so outgoing in many ways. i remember many times when she would point blank say what was on her mind. we had many good times together. may god above let her rest in peace and feel no more pain. my prayers are with The Mead Family at this unexpected time of sorrow. may God continue to bless her family and provide her kids with blessings everyday. jessica u will be missed by all of us a.k.a"the crew" love ya"

"I am so very sorry for your loss. Please tell Celia that you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.Love, Mrs. White (Celia's teacher)"

"I am here for your family, i will make them my own. I will miss you always honey, i know you are doing great for that i am greatful! I will carry on and enjoy life just as you did, this is the thing i will remember most. Vacations will never be the same, wine night either, shopping for flowers couldn't be as fun with anyone else, oh and how could i forget ladies night out. Goodbye for now dear friend...see you but not too soon. All my love, Melanie XO"

" Jess I have learned a valuable lesson, we ran into each other so many times at our boys school functions and we swore we were getting together soon, we never made time, and I regret that so much. You always kept me laughing during the sometimes boring student events. The last time I saw you was May 26th, when we watched our kids graduate from 5th grade, and again, we swore we'd hang out. I have known you for so long, and totally fell for your goofball sis when we worked together at starbucks!! My heart and prayers go out to your children, husband, and family..... Our care should not be to have lived long as to have lived enough. Seneca "

"Jessica, I've known you for about 21 years. During that time, like all friendships, we had ups and downs. One thing I can always say is you always wore a smile. I saw you a few months back and the first thing you said was "Hey girly, how are you, I've missed you". It was always nice seeing a face I hadn't seen in awhile. My heart and prayers go out to your children who may never truely know how wonderful a person their mother really was. You will be missed!!! Love you girl"

"Jessica, where do I begin? I have watched others sign this and I can't even begin to put my feelings into words. You were there for me since I was 9 years old and the "new girl" at Forest dale. Every pivotal moment in my life, you were there. We could say anything on our hearts to each other. If months would go by, we could pick right back up where we left off. Your encouragement got me through and still will today as I think about how strong you were. I have always loved you as a sister. I have always loved your family. My life, and many others', will never be the same without you. You even introduced me to my husband. You were an angel in my life-The angel that would kick me in my rear if I needed it. This earth will be forever deficient without your smile , your laugh, and your "Hey Girl!". I will always keep you in my heart. I will always laugh in rememberence of the "good ol' days", and I will always sob at the thought of you-gone before your time. However, you are not sad. You are in heaven with the angels. Your presence will always be here, and I'm thankful for that. I will be here to tell Quinn and Celia all the wonderful things about their mommy and all the fun times we had- and the times we shouldn't have had:) My beautiful friend, you will NEVER be forgotten. I love you.Aimee"

"Jessica was a giver always wanting to help everyone always ready to give advice and encouragement.All the kids loved jessica she treat everyones kids like her own.Jessica i was so blessed to have you in my life and to have known you, i will miss you forever."

"Dear Quinn and Celia, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. She must have been really proud of you both. You are two wonderful kids. Take comfort in each other and those that love you. My thoughts are with you during this sad time. Your Art Teacher, Mrs. Thompson"

"Angels,angels up above take care of JESSICA and treat her good,when you lay her down at night tell her we love her and that we said goodnight "

"I wanted to say to Jessica that I will never forget you & To Jason I hope you see this & know that I am thinking of you & your kids on this day. Happy Fathers Day I know this day is gonna be hard for you but please remember you still have friends who care allot about you & you kids, I hope you make it through this day."

"Dick and Debbie: I just heard about your loss and I am deeply sorry and my prayers are with you all."

"Quinn, I know your parents are very proud of you, and I want to express my sympathy on the passing of your wonderful mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your sister, and the rest of your family. I know you will continue to be a great big brother for your sister, and you will continue to do great things. Your Forest Dale Fourth Grade teacher, Mrs. Stejskal"

"To the Mead and Bishop families,I found out today of Jessica's passing. I am so truly sorry. My heart is very heavy for her family. Thoughts and prayers to her family. As God accepts a new angel, may God watch over this family through their time of sorrow.Amber (Lily's mom)"

"It's so crazy how it's been so long but when I open a box of pictures from that time it seems like it was all just yesterday...I can still hear your loud infectious laugh, I can still hear you call me "Reg" like you always did...I can still hear the music we use to listen to (and it makes me absolutely ball my eyes out when I randomly hear it in the car)...you were my best friend, Jess...some of the biggest milestones of my young teen life were with you...I got my first job because of you...because we thought it would be fun to work together-which as an adult makes me laugh because who gets a job for fun??? Apparently we do...and it WAS fun, Jess...because you were there...you were ALWAYS fun...You were the first person I drove around the day I got my driver's license (we won't mention the part where I almost ran us into a building and we laughed hysterically as YOU drove us home because I was so shook up!) But the biggest milestone is that I literally owe my children and my husband to you because I wouldn't have them had we not been friends...you were a HUGE part of my life, Jessica Mead... and it absolutely tears me up to think that you're gone. I think about you and grieve the loss of you everyday...I think about all the trips we took, the parties we threw, the fun we had...I think about it all...and I smile...and I cry...I love you Jessica and I miss you everyday and I'm here for your family and your children if they ever need me...Love you, Reg..."

"Jessica I miss you every moment of every day. Just wanted to get on here and say I'm missing you terribly. Doesn't seem to get any easier with time, of course that's because you were so loving and fun and I just miss everything about you and all of our awesome memories. Please try to contact me somehow to let me know you are alright. Miss you, love you. "

"Sissy;I know I am not doing things right, because I still can't make sense of my questions. I feel cheated still. Because I want you here with me. I feel guilty because maybe I could've enjoyed our time together more. I want to see you and talk to you and I want my life back, our family back. I simply do not understand and am still waiting to wake up and let this all be a dream somehow. In the beginning, you are forced to be strong because you have to; you have to get through it. But it's the days, weeks, months and years following that are so hard. Because nobody is there. It is just me alone with my thoughts and I don't understand why you aren't here to live life with me. It isn't fair. And I bet if people see this, they will think it's been enough time and that I should be over it by now; but they just don't understand unless they have been here where I am at. I realize that death is a part of life- but why now? Jessica I am at my wits end and I am in need of some answers. Please help me understand. Please come to me and let me know that you are there, that we are still sisters and that we will one day have time together again. I am so confused and don't understand how to properly communicate. I thought I had it all figured out and now here I am, more confused than ever before. Please give me a sign that you're with me. Please let me know you are safe. Loving you always..."

"i did a presentation about you the other day for my choir class . it gave me comfort to talk about you . missing && loving you always Aunt Jess ... "