Obituary for Courtney Ann Wilkes (Guest book)

A candle was lit by Jo on April 10, 2021 4:32 PM

Message from Joanie

April 30, 2018 7:57 PM

I just saw a show about the passing of your beautiful daughter. I don’t live in your area, so I never heard this until yesterday. I know that you don’t know me, but I am so saddened by this, and wanted to reach out to you to let you know that I’ll be praying for you. I’ll pray for God to give you peace and comfort. I know she’s in the arms of our dear Lord. I’m so sorry for your loss. Know that because the show was aired, Many people from all over will be praying. God bless you.

A candle was lit by Samantha B, UK on September 24, 2017 8:08 PM

Message from Donna and Denette Staley

December 19, 2011 11:05 PM

Toni, I received your Christmas card and thought by the absence of Courtney's name and your message something must have happened. Got on the computer and hunted a little bit only to find the obituary for Courtney. I am so sorry and wish I had known. Please accept mom's and my belated condolences and know we will be praying for you this holiday season. I know this will be a difficult time for you and your family.

You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna and Denette Staley

Message from Lisa Mims Stapp

Precious Wilkes/Burrell family,
Praying that God will comfort your hearts at this time. I think of the verse "Jesus wept" and know that He is saddened by this tragedy. Even though we know that Jesus gave up His life of His own free will, it was an act of mankind that put Him on the cross. God knows what you are feeling. He alone will be able to get you through the days, weeks, and months ahead. Trust Him and let Him carry you when you can not walk. Please know that we will continue to uphold you in prayer! Love, The Mims (Stapp) Family

Message from Jerry & Debbie Love

Praying for the family.I pray the Holy spirit to wrap you in his arms and help you to be comforted.

Message from Sheron & Joe Hulett

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of greif. We were shocked & saddened by your loss.

Message from Pastor & Mrs. Michael Branson

I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of Courtney''s tragic death. Although I did not know her personally, she was a friend of our granddaughter who lives in Vidalia. I became acquainted with Pastor Burrell when I pastored the First Assembly of God, Vidalia (1987-1999).

The greatest comfort that I know to offer at this time is found in the tremendous hope found in the pages of God''s Word, and the fact that this precious child is indeed "safe in the arms of Jesus." Thank God for the wonderful assurance that we will meet again with those who have gone on before us, never again to be parted by death which scripture calls an "enemy." Be assured of our prayers.

Message from Jimmy Winge

Cordy and Toni, I can say I know how you feel. With time and with the love from your family and your church family and friends and most importantly with the Love and Strength from God he will see you through the days to come. With Deepest Sympathy.

Jimmy and Jamie Winge

Message from Juiie Hurst, Emerald Coast Children''s Advocacy Center

Mr. and Mrs. Wilkes'' and family. I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter. I work at the Children''s Advocacy Center that serves Walton County. You and your famiy have been heavy on my heart... and have praying on what I can do to reach out and help. Just know we are here to help you.. whatever you need from this area (850-974-8668). Lots of prayers each day...

Message from Melissa Limbaugh - Blevins

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May God bless your family.

Message from Ricky & Susan Jackson-Gilead Baptist Church members since 1985.

Praying for your family. So sorry for your loss. May God give your family peace at this time.

Message from Mike and Jenny Manning

We have been praying endlessly for you and your family since we heard the news. May God grant you the peace and understanding to cope through this horrible loss of yours. God Bless you all!

Message from Tasha O''Neal

Toni, Corty, Callie and Cole, We are so sorry for your loss.  We pray that God will give you all comfort and peace in your time of need. God has gained another sweet angel..but it won''t be long, you all will see each other again as soon as our Heavenly Father returns for his saints to return with him in Glory one day very soon. Please keep the faith and stay strong. God shall see you through this.
                  In Him,
                      Tasha, Cade and Mikela O''Neal

Message from Kevin & Andrea James

You have been on my mind since our pastor''s wife called me late Thursday night to request prayer for your family. Every idle minute that I have my mind goes to you. My heart truly breaks for your family. Not too long ago I remember seeing you two out shopping together and enjoying the day. I pray that those happy memories along with God''s grace will comfort you and that God will wrap you in his arms and give you strength. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. With our deepest sympathy, Kevin, Andrea, Skylar & Holly James

Message from Melinda Beall Watson

Toni,

I don''t know what to say except that I am so terribly sorry. I will pray for you and your family to find peace and strength in the days to come.

Melinda Watson

Message from Cindy Parham & family (Limbaugh)

Dear Toni, please know that my heart breaks & gieves at the loss of your beautiful daughter. There are no words for times such as these other than I am so sorry that you & your family must go through this. Just continue looking up to God & know that Courtney is in His arms. Myself along with my church family will continue to pray for you & your family. Cindy L Parham

Message from Amy Melvin Patton; James & Linda Melvin

Toni, I''ve kept your family in my thoughts and prayers since I heard this tragic news. Your family has always held a special place in the hearts of our family. My parents wanted you to know that they too have lifted your family up in prayer. The only comfort that can come at a time like this is that she is safe in the arms of Jesus. My heart is breaking for all of you. May you find peace in the strength of the Lord. Amy Melvin Patton

Message from Rita Limbaugh

Dear Toni and Family, I''ve been thinking of you and praying for you all since I learned of Courtneys death.I am so sorry for your loss and my heart aches that this happened to your family.May the God of peace and confort hold you even closer during this time and in the days to come.God bless you all. Rita Limbaugh

Message from Susan Rigby Brake

Dear Wilkes/Burrell family, I have been thinking of you and praying for you constantly since hearing of Courtney''s death. I have no words to say. They all seem so trite. Please know that I love each of you and am praying for you during this time and in the days to follow. Hold each other close and God will hold each of close to Him.

With deepest sympathy,
Susan Rigby Brake

Message from Cathy Peterson DuPree and Family

Cordy,
I am so sorry to hear of your family''s great loss. I pray that you all will find confort and peace in the Lord Jesus Christ. Praying, Cathy Peterson DuPree

Message from Nikki Page

I have started this over about 5 times because I cannot think of the words to say to you in such a sad time. Words will not make things better, but I know that you and I share in the same faith---Jesus Christ. I do know that faith will carry you when you think you cannot make another step. Trust in Jesus to see you through each and every day. Life is not, and will not be the same anymore, but God''s Word promises that He never changes, and He will not forsake us. May Jesus give you peace and comfort.

Message from Mickey & Teresa Lindsey

there are no words that we can say that will ease youre paine. the lost of a child is sometime more than anyone can handle. take comfort from youre friends and family but most of all take comfort in the LORD.

Message from Gail & Mark Craig

We are so very sorry for the loss of your daughter,I can''t say I know how you feel because I don''t. But my heart goes out to you and your family. My prays are with your family, may the Heavenly Father comfort you and your family ,may you find peace in the strength of the Lord.
With our deepest sympathy

Gail & Mark Craig

Message from Frankie Powell and kids

So sorry to hear about your loss may God be with your family on this day and everyday after. She was a wonderful and brite girl she always thought of others before herself, she was the kind of girl that u could go to for anything kids loved her, she will so missed..

With Deepest Sympathy,
Powell Family

Message from Steve & Cathie Campbel

We can not imagine the pain you are suffering from the loss of your Daughter Courtney. We pray that the faith you shared with your daughter will be the the very faith you rely on in the coming days and weeks. We are human and can not help but to ask WHY. May our heavenly Father wrap his arms of peace around you both and help the little ones to understand what his plan is.

Message from Tony and Mason Mitchell & Florence Mitchell

Our prayers are all we can offer with the knowledge that God ''s Grace is always sufficient. The Hatch family''s prayers as well. Psalm 23. Isaiah 41:13

Message from Jeff and Heidi Darst

We are deeply grieved at the tragic loss of your daughter. We have prayed for your family since hearing. Words are inadequate. May our Heavenly Father comfort you, and somehow, may He cause there to be joy in your lives soon.
With our deepest sympathy, and fervent, heartfelt prayers,

Jeff & Heidi Darst & family

Message from A Friend

My thoughts and prayers continue to be with each of you at this very sad time.
May the love of family and friends and memories you cherish bring consolation to your broken heart.
.....I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. Hebrews 13:5

Message from Charlotte Mixon

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious daughter. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers. Nahum 3:7 "The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him" Berean Baptist Church, Macon, Ga. (formally of Gilead Baptist)

Message from Colon adn Debra Wilkes

Dear Wilkes Family...You are in our thoughts and prayers..May God wrap you in his arms and hold you close and bring you peace...

Message from Kelly Roe

Wilkes family, I haven''t stopped thinking about Courtney. I live in Santa Rosa Beach and this community mourns with you. My hope is that she will be forevermore the whisper of caution in the ear of every young girl on our beaches. God Bless and Keep you.

Message from Ramon Powell

My family''''s thoughts and prayers are with you. May our Heavenly Father wrap his arms around you and provide comfort. Our community mourns and stands with you during this time.

Ramon and Michelle Powell
Lyons, GA

Message from Jacob Rowland

I am so sorry to hear about Courtney. She was a beautiful and bright young girl and she will be dearly missed by many. The only thing I can think of telling you is this: Trust in the Lord with all you heart and do no lean on your own understanding! Jesus is the way and I am sure that each of you already know this. The Rowland family and the Guthrie family will be praying for you.

We Love you,
Jake, Toni, and Danny Rowland

Message from Susan Johnson

I just want to say that God is with you. I know that no words is going to take away the pain and the suffering that you all are going thru but Courtney is looking down at you and letting you all know that she is being taken care of by our wonderful and powerful God. I have heard alot of people talk and said what a wonderful family that you all are and I wish I could of been one of those people that had that chance to know, but my prayers will be with you all and God Bless You All.

Message from Mary Ann Roberts

Toni, I have thought of not much else since I heard the news last Friday. I have been praying for you and all your family, that you will somehow find comfort and peace and strength. I have such fond memories of your family at Gilead, and remember what great senses of humor you all had and how sweet you all were. I enjoyed your dad speaking, and I remember sitting by you many times at church, maybe one pew in front of or behind you, on the left side. When I saw Courtney''s picture in the article last week, I thought, wow, she looks just like Toni. What a testimony she has and how proud you must be of her. And the fact that she had a pet cow and is in FFA endears her to me even though I did not know her. God bless and comfort you all. Love in Him,

Message from Ruth Lancaster

May you find some comfort in knowing you are in the thoughts and prayers of many.....many whom you don''t even know nor will you ever know. My heart is breaking for your family. God bless you and keep you in his arms of love. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Message from Maggie Brice Snell

Cordy and Toni,
As a parent to say I''m sorry for your loss seems so inadequate. I cannot imagine the hurt your hearts are going through now. I can say that I know God is with you and he will help to lessen this pain and to mend your families broken hearts. Courtney in her 15 yrs has set a great example and has a legacy to be proud of. I will continue to pray for your family.
Sincerely,
Maggie

Message from Jimmy and Tanzel Rousey

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss but know that God''s grace is sufficient in time of need. Please rest assured of the deepest sympathy of Gilead Baptist Church in Macon and know that you are in our prayers. May God be your comfort and sustain you in the days ahead.

Message from Suzanne Shotwell

My heart breaks for your family. I learned of your heart break on a Christian website, GraceHope.com, where prayer for your family was requested. Hearing of your daughter and her love for Jesus is awesome. Also, when I saw that you are from Vidalia--I had to sent you a note--I have a personal connection to Vidalia; the man I planned to marry was from Vidalia originally and he too was murdered (in Alabama). So I understand a bit of your heartbreak. Yet, I know you take comfort in knowing you will be reunited with her in Heaven..though I know now -- your life is shattered. Remember please, there are people praying for your family literally all over the world right now. May God comfort you in ways that minister to you in ways that flood your with His love, grace and peace.

Message from Lisa Lanier

Our hearts go out to you on your loss of Courtney. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know that Courtney was a living testimony and has touched many lives. May God bless you and comfort you during this difficult time.

John & Lisa Lanier and Logan Hall

Message from BRENDA MACOY

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Message from Andy and Terri Pilgrim

Dear Family,
We pray that you will find comfort and peace in God''s sheltering arms. We are friends of Rocky and Tammy Burrell and attend Tom''s Creek Baptist Church in Martin, GA. Our church family continues to cover your family with prayers.

Message from Lisa Lanier

Our hearts go out to you on your loss of Courtney. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know that Courtney was a living testimony and has touched many lives. May God bless you and confort you during this difficult time.

John & Lisa Lanier and Logan Hall

Message from Cathy (Aspray) Stephens

Cordy and Toni, I am just heart broken for you and your lovely family. You are in my prayers. Mother and Daddy are praying for you as well. Courtney is resting in the arms of Jesus. I pray you will find comfort in this time and you can also find rest in our Savior''s arms. Here for you in steadfast prayer. In Christ,

Message from Cindy Hasty

I do not know your family. We were staying two condo''s down from you at Palm''s at Seagrove. I''m so sorry this happened to your family. My prayers are with you! I can''t imagine what your going through. God Bless You!

Message from Lori Brantley Wingate

I am in tears as I read the life story of your precious daughter. With all the wonderful things I read and hear about her, I know your grieving hearts must also be filled with such pride in her and all that she has accomplished in just 15 years. Please know that I join the community in extending my heartfelt condolences and will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Message from Jac and Jo Ann Bandy

The whole family are in our prayers and our church, Berean Bap. Macon.
Trusting the God of all comfort to abide with you
Ps. 18: 1` &2
Jac / Jo Ann Bandy

Message from Melissa F. Hughes

My heart goes out to your family for your loss. I didn't know her but I can't get her out of my mind. I live in Panama City beach,FL but I am from Dublin, Ga. Anyway, I have thought about this since it happened and I would like to send my condolence to you and the family. May she rest in peace!! God Bless you!!

Message from Sarah Fieroi

Toni, I cannot imagine how you are coping. Courtney''s character was a direct reflection of you and the Christian environment in which you raised her. You are an amazing mother. A wise person once told me that God doesn''t cause the tragedies in our lives but gives us the strength to get through them. I hope and pray that God will give you and your family strength and peace.

Charles & Sarah Fiero, Sam & Tom

Message from Byron Stanley

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, and friends! Keep your memories close to your heart, and know that GOD''s grace will be with you at this difficult time.
Byron, Janet, and Anna Stanley

Message from A Mother

My heart breaks for you. I did not know your family personally but I keep you all in my prayers everyday.

Message from Royce and Melva Fowler

Cordy,
Our hearts are broken for you and your precious family. Prayers go up for you all from us every day. We cannot ease the burden except to say that our thoughts and love are sent your way.

Message from Jimmy & Mary Ann Gray

Words can not express how deeply we all mourn your precious daughter. Praying for our Heavenly Father to hold you and comfort you. Our thoughts and prayers will remain with each of you. We love you all.

Message from Mildred Lumley Dubrow

Nothing can be more heartbreaking than the death of a precious child. God Bless you and your family. I pray that God will give you the strength to carry on although it will be very hard.

Message from Val Bowers

Dear Toni and Cordy,

I do not know you or your family, but I learned of what happened to your Courtney. I have learned that the two of you are excellent parents. A friend informed me that you have a strong family bond and are very connected to your children and family. Being the parent of 2 daughters 14 and 17 years of age, we are always trying to protect them from harms way. This cannot be explained, but please know our family is praying for all of you. May God comfort you and give you the strength to endure the upcoming months.

Message from Maxine Conaway Wilkes & Monica Wilkes Edenfield - Jacksonville, Florida

Cordy and Family, we are the wife and daughter of Emory "Dickie" Wilkes. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God bless and embrace you in His love.

Message from Johnnie Brantley

Cordy and Toni, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please try to remember God''s love in a time like this. I could not imagine how you must feel. I will be praying for you and your whole family. There is a song by The Inspirations called Resurrection Ground, it is on the album Two Shoes and was written following the burial of a precious little girl. Take care, and again I will be praying for your deliverance from your pain.

Message from april day

I am very very sorry to hear of this child''s tragedy! I have a son myself 15 and I can''t possibly imagine the pain and suffering and every emotion possible your family is feeling. All I would like to say is precious memories of Courtney is something that can never be taken away from you. Hold them close to your heart and she''ll always be with you. RIP dear sweet Courtney.....

Message from Jimmy and Joy Crockett

Please know that our hearts our breaking with yours. You are in our constant thoughts and prayers; our church family is praying for you as well. She is a beautiful and precious child. May the feathers of the Almighty surround you and grant you peace, comfort, and His all-sufficient grace. We love you.

Message from V Meyer

I do not know your family personally, but my heart aches for all of you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Message from Connie Horton Hutto

To the Wilkes Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Angel. Please know that You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know that God will continue to be with you in the difficult times ahead. I pray that you continue to find Comfort and Peace in His arms.

Message from Wendy Lucio

We only met briefly a few times during those days on the beach. Conversation sparked by how much my 10 yr old girls resembled Courtney & Callie. I don''t know that I will ever look at my girls and not think of yours. Your precious family has not left my thoughts since that day and I pray for your family continually. It was easy to see then & more so now that you have 3 very beautiful, amazing children. I will pray without ceasing that God provides your family with peace & rest.

Message from Kim Hardison Jones

Your entire family has been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard of the death of Courtney. I pray God will give you comfort, peace, and strength as only HE can do. Much love in HIM, Kim Hardison Jones

Message from Darlene Webb

Dear Wilkes Family,
I''m so sorry I have never had the pleasure of meeting your beautiful daughter or your family. I just wanted you all to know each of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have heard what wonderful parents you both are and from the love, caring and support shown to each of you from Toombs County as well as Florida it is evident that you are awesome people. God Bless each of you.

Message from Lisa Chesser

I mourn your loss and pray constantly for peace and comfort from the only source who can bring it - the Holy Spirit of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ given by God. Our love and thoughts go out to all of you. Hal and Lisa Chesser

Message from Gerald, Paula, and Brayden Price

We are so very sorry for your unbearable loss. There are no words that we can say that can bring you comfort, that will only come with time and God''s amazing grace and love. Please know that we are all praying for you and will continue praying for you in the days, weeks, and months to come...Gerald, Paula, and Brayden Price

Message from Jamie, Dawn and Lily Cauley

I am so sorry for your loss. I don''t know your family personally, but since this tragedy happened I have only heard wonderful things about your family and your precious daughter. I know our God makes no mistakes and I pray that he comforts your family and all of Courtney''s friends who are hurting right now. Hopefully you can take comfort in the fact that I have never seen a community of young people unite so forcefully and come together to try and help eachother heal. Although nothing can bring her back, her testimony will continue to live on even in death in the way she has brought our community, our region, our state and people from across state lines together.

Message from Toby Burke O''Neal

Wilkes/Burrell Families,

I do not know the members of the families personally, but I do remember Reverand Burrell visiting our farm and my husband telling me how he enjoyed each visit. Carolyn worked with my brother at Oxford and I had family members in school with Courtney. My heart has been saddened since I heard the terrible news last Friday. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. May God wrap you in his ever loving arms and comfort you each and every day. Remember earth''s loss is Heaven''s gain.

Message from Cheryl and Donnie Williams

Tho we do not know your famiy personally, we want to give you our deepest sympathies. We have had your family in our prayers since we first learned of your loss. May God our Father wrap you in his arms and bring you comfort and peace as you go thru the days ahead.

Message from Eric Stinnett

Cordy, I worked with you at Hatch and with your dad, Tom over in the mods group.

You and your family have my prayers and thoughts in this awful time. I pray that God''s grace abound to you. That His comfort be with you in every moment you face. That your brothers and sisters in Christ surround you with His love.

Message from Heidi Hardison Griffin

Toni and family, the Burrells, Wilkes family.....Just want yall to know how very sorry I am for the loss of your Courtney. Toni, she looks just like you and seeing her picture has brought back so many memories of you, wes and the fun times we had together at Gilead along with the ministry your family had there. Courtneys amazing testimony and walk with our Lord Jesus has encouraged and challenged me in my own life. Please know that Lynn and I have been praying and will continue to pray for you and your family. May God bless you and give you peace, comfort and strength for the days ahead. My comfort is knowing she is in the arms of Jesus as I write these words...Love and continued prayers....Heidi and Lynn Griffin (Hardison) , Muscle Shoals, AL

Message from Kim Hall

Please accept my family''''s sincere sympathy over the loss of your daughter. I have an only child (daughter) who is about to be 13 years old and I can''''t imagine what you and your family are going through. We do not have to know each other personally to feel the pain of each other. My heart was torn to pieces when I heard about this. I am sure your daughter touched many many lives in her short 15 years. She has left a legacy that will never be forgotten. Your family have soooooo many people praying for you and trying to help you carry this heavy burden. May God comfort you as only HE can in the days ahead. God Bless each and every one of you!!!!

Message from Karl Stanfield

To the entire Wilkes'' Family

May God''s Love embrace you during this time of heartache and sorrow,May you find peace in knowing that your precious angel is in God''s care and will never leave you

Message from Robert and Barbara Allen

"I am with thee and will keep thee in all places." "And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you." "I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee." The LORD will give strength unto HIS people; the LORD will bless HIS people with peace." Our LORD is a very present help in trouble. May HE give you all a double portion of HIS grace, comfort, and strength.
Our love in Christ,
Robert and Barbara Allen
Gilead Baptist Church

Message from Suzi Friedenfeld

Please accept my deepest deepest sympathy on the loss of your beautiful child, Courtney. I live in Seagrove Beach. When I heard what happened to your little girl, I cried. God Bless you and your entire family. May you heal and find a way to live your lives everyday with the knowledge that your baby girl is now in Gods arms and noone can ever hurt her again. You all remain in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless

Message from Debbie Butcher

We are so sorry for all of you. Blake and Courtney were FFA officers together and he was stunned at the news. God continues to keep you on our hearts and we will continue to lift you up. She is a beautiful girl and accomplished much in her life...I pray that you smile each time she comes to mind. My God grant you peace.... Blake, Debbie and Ken Butcher

Message from Brian Oliver family

Cordy

My family and I are grieving for you and your family, and I will not pretend that I understand the pain that you and your family are going through, but I do understand the special love that a father has for his daughter, and just the thought of having that taken away from me has caused me to lift you and your family up continually to the the only one that I know that can help now as well as in the future more than anything that I can do or say. We pray that God will give you and your family strength and peace - Lyons

Message from Thomas and Tammy Evatt

Cordy, just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Message from Damon and Lisa Winn

We know there are no words that can take your pain away, but please know that we all mourn with you and would give anything to turn back time and give you your sweet angel back. We will continue to pray for each of you for many days ahead. God Bless you all!

Message from KATHY SHARPE

NO WORDS CAN OR EVER WILL EASE THE PAIN THAT YOUR FAMILY IS GOING THRU RIGHT NOW.I AM SO,SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING YOUR TIME OF SORROW. I DIDN''T KNOW COURTNEY,BUT I HAVE HEARD SO MANY WONDERFUL THINGS ABOUT HER AND HER FAMILY. THIS YOUNG LADY CERTAINLY TOUCHED MANY LIVES DURING HER TIME HERE ON EARTH AND I''LL BET SHE IS SPORTING AROUND THE PRETTIEST SET OF WINGS.JUST REMEMBER YOU HAVE ONE SPECIAL ANGEL LOOKIN OVER YOU. MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU!

Message from Gail Barwick

I''''''''ve known Bro T.C. and Mrs. Carolyn Wilkes for many years. I feel very blessed to call them my friends. my heart truly breaks for you and your family. Just know that prayers are surrounding God''''''''s throne for peace and healing in your heart, spirit, and soul.

Message from Florida family

I do not know your family personaly but we live in the Panhandle of Florida where this horrible tragedy happened. Our community is shocked and so sad this happened to your beautiful daughter. One never dreams of such a tragedy happening on vacation. Please accept our condolences and know that everyone in our community is praying for you during this difficult time.

Message from Debra Cribbs (St. Matthews Church of God)

I am truly sorry for the loss, and can not even begin to imagine just how the family is feeling. May God wrap each member of the family in his precious loving arms and cradle them as they need be in this time of sorry. May God continue to give the family the strength that will be needed in the days to come. God Bless each family members.

Message from Michael & Misty Moye

We are deeply saddened by the death of your most precious daughter. Words cannot express to you the ache we feel in our hearts for your lose. We pray that God in his wonderful glory takes you all during this time and puts a peace over you like you have never felt! God has got a wonderful,beautiful addition to his choir of angels. Hold tight to Gods promises and hold tight to one another. Our constant prayers are with you and will continue to be in the days to come. God bless you and keep you.

Message from Carl and Jan Humphrey

We are so sadden at the loss of your beautiful daughter. You have constantly been on our minds and in our prayers. May God comfort your family now and in the days ahead.

Our love,

Carl, Jan, Claudia and Claire

Message from Gabe and Amanda (Wren) Gay

I love y''all dearly! You are great parents and great Godly examples! I will continuously be in prayer for you. My heart is broken and Courtney will be missed dearly.

Message from Janet Feil

My thoughts and prayers are with your family as you go through this difficult time. Your baby girl is safe in God''s arms. He will be with each of you every day, lean on Him for all your needs.

Message from Donna Ann Darley

Dearest Wilkes Family,
We are so very sorry about the tragic loss of your beautiful, precious daughter. You have been in our prayers since we heard this news and will continue to be as you deal with the difficult days ahead. God bless you and give you strength and courage as only He can.
Sincerely,
Donna Ann and Al Darley

Message from Don and Paulette Hardison

Our hearts are so saddened with you and all your family in the loss of your precious daughter. Many tears have been shed for you all. We know, from so many things we have read about her life, that you have many wonderful memories of her, what a blessing. We pray "the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort" will minister his presence, great Love and comfort to you all in the days ahead.

Message from Pastor & Mrs. Michael Plowman

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time, and our church is praying for your family, as well.

Message from Jeremy and Crystal Rollins

We want your family to know that our thoughts and prayers have been with you all. Courtney was a special young lady and she will be missed. I can still see her helping lead during Awana with her and Cordy trying to corral a bunch of kids for a game they were to play. We will continue to cover your family in prayer in the days, weeks, and months to come. God will be there on the good days and the days when it doesn''t seem bearable. His promise was that He would not leave you. Hold tight to Him and know that we love you all!

Message from Ellen J Rowland

We are so saddened by this tragedy and our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours!
Mike & Ellen Rowland
and
Denny, Alison & Bryson Barrett
Swainsboro, GA

Message from Kim Moxley

Wilkes Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. We do not live in Vidalia anymore but our thoughts and prayers are with you and the community. May the Lord be comfort you during this difficult time.
Derik and Kim Moxley and family

Message from Emmett & Belinda Denmark

Our prayer is for your family to know the comfort that only our Heavenly Father can provide during this time of sorrow.

Emmett, Belinda, Katie and Emmett Denmark

Message from Laurie Jones

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Wilkes,
I am so terribly sorry for your loss of your precious daughter. I cannot begin to know the pain your family is going through. My heart is so sadden since the day I heard what happened. Your daughter Courtney and your family have consumed my thoughts and prayers the last few days. She is now with our Lord and one of the prettiest angels that God could have by his side. You will continue to be in my prayers. God Bless you and your family.
Laurie Jones
Vidalia, GA.

Message from J Charles & Janeth Coleman

Our prayers are with you at this time and the days ahead. I did not know you all personally but I worked with Wes in the late 80''s at the Oxford Distribution Center in Lyons and then with Mrs. Carolyn after the Vidalia DC merged with Lyons. Mrs. Carolyn was always such an inspiration to me. It is our sincere desire that you all be comforted and hold to the Peace that only comes from God.
J Charles, Janeth, Kierston & Cameron Coleman

Message from Emory and Deborah Reiser and family

We have prayed continuosly from the time we found out about Courtney. It is so tragic and heartbreaking! God''s grace is sufficient, and our prayers are that HE will give His miraculous comfort and peace through the long days ahead. We love you and your family!

Message from Dale and Cynthia Moran

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Message from J Charles & Janeth Coleman

Our prayers are with you at this time and the days ahead. I did not know you all personally but I worked with Wes in the late 80''s at the Oxford Distribution Center in Lyons and then with Mrs. Carolyn after the Vidalia DC merged with Lyons. Mrs. Carolyn was always such an inspiration to me. It is our sincere desire that you all be comforted and hold to the Peace that only comes from God.
J Charles, Janeth, Kierston & Cameron Coleman

Message from Deonna Mitchell

My condolences to your family during this great time of sadness. We are here on earth for such a short time. I pray that God will give you strength and comfort knowing you will be reunited with your beautiful daughter in heaven with our Lord and Savior. God bless you.

Message from Phyllis and Darrell Stephens

Toni, we are sorry to learn of the loss of your precious Courtney. We have been in prayer daily and will continue to remember you in the difficult days ahead. Just know that your name is engraved in the palms of the Lord (Isaiah 49:16) and you can be confident of His presence, certain of His promises, and assured of His love. Saying goodbye is the most difficult thing in life and we never learn to be good at it. However, God is our refuge and strength, a very present in trouble. (Ps. 46:1) God bless and comfort you.

Message from The Cook Family Brunswick, GA

We do not know your family personally, but want to let you know that we are so very sorry to hear about your precious Courtney. We are thinking of you and keeping your entire family in our prayers! May God comfort you in the days ahead.

Message from S.K. Simpkins

We thought about you today, but that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, and days before that too. We think of you in silence, We often speak your name. All we have are memories and a picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake-from which We''ll never part. God has you in his ...arms...We have you in our heart.

Message from Ben and Tish Collins

We am so sorry for your loss. We are keeping your family in our prayers. My GOD comfort you and your family in this time of need.

Message from Cheryl Crawford

There are no perfect words . . . I believe that your beautiful daughter Courtney is in the arms of an angel. I pray that you will find some measure of peace and comfort during this time. Courtney has touched many lives through her life and through her death, and I pray that the many wonderful memories that you have of her will help sustain you. May God''s blessings enfold you and nurture you.

Message from Mack & Suzanne Smith

May God continue to comfort and strengthen your family during this difficult time. All of you are in our prayers!

Message from Sharese, Tony & Jade

My daughter, Jade was a friend of Courtney''s. They became closer this school year. The FFA Stockyard was an amazing time for her. I did all their makeup and enjoyed myself, too. Courtney was a beautiful young lady that was always smiling. She and alot of her other friends started calling me mama. I always wanted to be close to Jade''s friends. When she saw Jade, she would say, Hey Sister, I love you. Jade would reply back with the same. I was searching and searching for something for you to read. I think I have found a poem that you will love. May GOD continue to bless you and your family today and always.

If tomorrow starts without me,
And I''m not there to see,
If the sun should rise and find your eyes
All filled with tears for me;
I wish so much you wouldn''t cry the way you did today,
While thinking of the many things, we didn''t get to say.
I know how much you love me,
As much as I love you,
And each time that you think of me,
I know you''ll miss me too;
But when tomorrow starts without me,
Please try to understand,
That an angel came and called my name,
And took me by the hand,
And said my place was ready,
In heaven far above,
And that I''d have to leave behind;
All those I dearly love.
But as I turned to walk away,
A tear fell from my eye
For all my life, I''d always thought,
I didn''t want to die.
I had so much to live for, So much left yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible,
That I was leaving you.
I thought of all the yesterdays,
The good ones and the bad,
I thought of all the love we shared,
And all the fun we had.
If I could relive yesterday,
Just even for a while,
I''d say good-bye and kiss you
And maybe see you smile.
But then I fully realized,
That this could never be,
For emptiness and memories,
Would take the place of me.
And when I thought of worldly things,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did,
My heart was filled with sorrow.
But when I walked through heaven''s gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
From His great golden throne,
He said, "This is eternity, And all I''ve promised you."
Today your life on earth is past,
But here life starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow, But today will always last,
And since each day''s the same way,
There''s no longing for the past.
You have been so faithful, So trusting and so true.
Though there were times you did some things,
You knew you shouldn''t do.
But you have been forgiven, And now at last you''re free.
So won''t you come and take my hand, And share my life with me?
So when tomorrow starts without me, Don''t think we''re far apart,
For every time you think of me, I''m right here, in your heart.

Message from Cathy Hackle

Even though I didn''t know Courtney, nor your family, this news has touched me and my family/friends. I am both angered and sadden. Angry that we live in a world where bad things like this can happen to good christian people, and sadden that such a young beautiful daughter has been taken from her family. My husband''s family (Powells) are from Lyons so even though we don''t know you, your family has a special place in our hearts. I pray that your faith will grow even stronger and that the Lord will provide strength for your family in the days ahead. He promised he''d never forsaken us and would be there in our darkest hour. My condelscences to you and your family.

Message from Patrick and Connie Toole

There are no words to take the hurt away but know that we, just like many, are praying for you and your entire family. Courtney has been a christian role model to many, especially young people at her school. She also believed in hard work and dedication. They saw her live out her beliefs and convictions. That is awesome! She was strong in her faith, work, and loved by many! Hold on to that and lean on your family and friends in the days ahead. May God give you comfort. We love you!

Message from Syvetta D. Young

Mr. & Mrs. Wilkes, although I do not know you, I am saddened by your tragic loss. Courtney seemed like a young lady with a bright and promising future. She seemed to live life to the fullest. Trust in God to give you the strength and courage needed to face the days ahead. You have my deepest sympathy. Your family will be lifted up in my prayers. I am a friend of Mrs. Judy Mosley.

Message from DiAnne Link

There are no works to say. But our hearts ache for you and your loss. We are praying for God to comfort you, because he is the only One that can help. Just know that we love you and your family. Mike and DiAnne Link and all of our children.

Message from Trent and Lyn Akins

Our prayers are for you and our thoughts are with you during this time. Courtney is a special red head. Please God cover and fill this hurting family with your grace! Amen.

Message from Anna Holcombe

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of you daughter! She will be missed by many im sure. We are praying for you guys during this time of loss. God be with yall!

Message from Heather Sweat-Guinn

I just want you guys to know that I am praying for you daily. The whole family is in my thoughts and prayers. Several churches and friends are also praying.
Love,
Heather Sweat-Guinn

Message from Haley Carey

Praying for your family. I did not know Courtney personally but I know just by reading all the post that she was a true child a God. I am so sorry for your loss and will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during this tragic time. With deepest sympathy and may God bless you all.

Message from Chris & Harriet Flowers

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Love,
Chris, Harriet, Kristen, and Emily Flowers

Message from Steve and Kay Essex

Wes and Family: "Grief turns out to be a place none of us know until we reach it," We don''t know the depth of your suffering, but we are praying for you all in this difficult time. Courtny would seems to have been a beautiful person, and so very brave. It has been shared by Wes to us that Toni was the most giving and loving of parent, who nurtured Courtney in every possible way. Our prayer is that the measure of your love for each other and for Courtney- and hers for you- may embrace and hold you in this time of loss. My hope for your future is that the wonderful memories of this special child are some consolation. Love and God to all.

Message from Linda and Lester Johnson

We don''t know you all but God does and HE knows right where you are in this tragedy. HE said HE would never leave us nor forsake us. We can depend on HIS promises. We are praying for each of you. May God hold you in HIS precious arms and comfort you and strengthen you.

Message from Doug and Leigh Wingate

As I read through the messages on this page I cried! My heart aches for your family. I know that God always has a plan and with that knowledge you will be able to make it through this difficult time. I did not know your daughter personally but she attended school with my children. Your daughter was beautiful inside and out and you should be very proud. Please trust in the Lord and lean on him at this time. Courtney is now a beautiful angel in heaven with her precious father! May Gods Love and Courtneys Love Shine on you in the days to come!

Message from Derk, Christina, Rebecca, Kimberly and Abigail Page

We are so sorry for your loss. I wish there were words to express how we feel, but they elude me. Know that you are all in our prayers. My heart & soul just aches for you all. We are praying daily for you and will continue to pray for a long time.

Message from Frank, Robyn, Kailee and Cassidy Parson

Cordy, Toni Callie and Cole,
We are all heartbroken over the loss of your daughter and our friend. We lift you up in prayer and trust that God will comfort you in your time of grief. We love you all, dearly.

Message from Betty Ann Gunn (Patrick Farms)

I don''t even know if there are any words or deeds that can be said or done right now that would help take away some of the pain and anger. I can''t even imagine taking my next breath without choking. Your family has been on my mind since this happened and it is like a dark cloud is blocking the sunshine of my heart. Words aren''t enough to help ease the pain, but that is all I have. Please know that I am praying for your family and will continue to do so. My prayer right now is that God will breathe for you, so that you can keep on going through this horrible nightmare and come out on the other side with some sense of peace and good memories of Courtney. With God''s help, the evil of this world will not keep her memory from you.

Message from Brandy Copeland

So sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. I did not know her personally but my heart aches for your family. Heaven just got another Angel and GOD will hold you tight and comfort you through this heartache. Praying for all of you GOD bless.

Message from Conway and Fran Jones / Boiling Springs Baptist Church

There are no perfect answers nor words to say that can ease your pain at this time. However, Jesus suffered, died and rose again, so that we might have eternal life and His peace.
The testimony of this precious young lady will be used by God to change many lives and the dignity that each of you have portrayed during this most difficult time is also a testimony to the grace of God in your lives. May our saviour give you peace and overcoming power in the days ahead.
We are praying now and will pray constantly for God to pour out His Spirit on your family.
May He richly bless you and keep you always.

Message from John & Judy Talton

There are no words to express the grief we feel in the loss of your precious daughter. Our prayer has been that God will wrap you up in His arms and you will be overwhelmed by
His presence. We will continue to lift your family up to Our Father as you strive to get through each day.

Message from Pam Deason and Family

Our family, here in Destin, send our deepest sympathy to your family over the tragic loss of your beautiful Courtney. You are in our hearts and prayers. May God be with you through the
upcoming difficult days.

Message from Jimmy & Audrey Best

Cordy, Toni, Callie, & Cole,

Jimmy and I have been lifting you up in our prayers day & night. Your faces haven''t left our mind since Thursday. We are just heartbroken for you & your family. Cordy and Toni, we know what great parents you are and Courtney''s wonderful legacy is pure testimony of the Christian influences on her life. Hold onto the comfort that when she closed her eyes to this world, she opened her eyes to see her precious Jesus that YOU introduced her to so many years ago. She stood by her faith and the things that you taught her. She made you proud and was a light to all that knew her. Hold tight to that same faith to get you through these many difficult times ahead. We love you and will continue to lift your family in our prayers.

Message from Cathy and Mike Whorton

We are sending our deepest sympathy. Our hearts are wtih your family. We are truly devasted. We will keep your family in our prayers. Cathy and Mike Whorton

Message from Faith Ayers Sapp

You have been on my heart heavily and in my prayers daily since hearing about the loss of Courtney. My daughter, Kristina, also 15, was in Destin the same week with our church group. We try so hard to make all the right decisions for our children but the fact remains that their life is still in God''s hands and everything is in His control. We do not understand why and I can''t begin to imagine how you must be feeling but I do know that God will give you the strength you need. Cry when you need to and as much as you need to......those are better than words to God''s ears.

Message from Brandy Copeland

So sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. I did not know her personally but my heart aches for your family. Heaven just got another Angel and GOD will hold you tight and comfort you through this heartache. Praying for all of you GOD bless.

Message from Michelle Reed

I do not know  your family, but it has sorrowed my heart for your precious loss and I am so very sorry. I am lifting your family up to our Lord and Savior for comfort and strength in times like this, please know you are being prayed for deeply. May the Lord show all HIS glory right now.

                                  Sincerely,
                                   The Reed family from Rincon, GA.

Message from Ashley Whiteside

To the Wilkes Family,
I did not know your daughter or your family but was staying in Seagrove on vacation with my family. Our family has prayed and thought of you daily since hearing and will continue. May God comfort you in this difficult time. The Whiteside, Perko and Eastep Families (Columbia, TN)

Psalm 71:20-21 “Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth you will again bring me up. You will increase my honor and comfort me once again.”

Message from Jimmy & Audrey Best

Cordy, Toni, Callie, & Cole,

Jimmy and I have been lifting you up in our prayers day & night. Your faces haven''t left our mind since Thursday. We are just heartbroken for you & your family. Cordy and Toni, we know what great parents you are and Courtney''s wonderful legacy is pure testimony of the Christian influences on her life. Hold onto the comfort that when she closed her eyes to this world, she opened her eyes to see her precious Jesus that YOU introduced her to so many years ago. She stood by her faith and the things that you taught her. She made you proud and was a light to all that knew her. Hold tight to that same faith to get you through these many difficult times ahead. We love you and will continue to lift your family in our prayers.

Message from Johnny, Fran, Travis, Zane, and Nora Williams

May God bless you through the coming days. We know you through Travis''s best friend Devin and Cole was on our ball team a few years ago. Recently, I spoke to Courtney at the RTCA K-5 graduation and told her that she had grown up so fast over the last few years. I was very proud of the way you raised her to be a confindent girl who loved the Lord. You will be in our prayers for many days to come.

Message from Jimmy & Jackie Alexander

Mr. & Mrs. Wilkes,
I only know you and your precious family from my daughter Holly Toole and my son Doug Alexander but I have been in constant prayer for you. My kindergarten class at First Baptist Lyons remmbered Courtney and your family Sunday morning at Sunday School. May God give you peace in the days and months to come.

Message from Debbie Oneal

Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to you Toni and Cordy for the loss of your wonderful daughter. We heard the news as we left for ohio. I have been hurting inside ever since we left hearing the news and my heart goes out to you and I want to be there for the funeral, unfortunately we do not leave Ohio until Wednesday morning. My heart is broken and I pray the God will comfort you each and every day of your lives. Coutney was a special girl and loved by so many. God bless you all through this. We love and miss you.

Message from Racheal Moran AKA Mrs. Moran

My thoughts and sympathies go out to Courtney''s family. I did not know Courtney well but I do know that her family are very nice and loving people. I taught Callie and love her for the good person her parents and family have raised her to be. Courtney was blessed to have such a beautiful family and my heart weighs heavy for their loss. I''m so sorry for your loss, I know she was and will always be loved.

Message from Sissy and Gregg Warnock and Jacob

Toni and Cordy,
Courtney was a special young lady. We didn''t know much about her until this tragedy and then you realize what a special witness she has left on this earth. I have listened to our youth at First Baptist Vidalia remember her and speak wonderful memories of her and what a special friend she was to everybody. I cannot imagine what your family is going through but I do know God will carry you through this one day at a time. As my friend says that had a tragic loss in her life one breath at a time. We pray for you and your family every day and will continue.
Our Prayers are with you, Gregg and Sissy Warnock, Jacob Durden

Message from Roger and Debi Chancey

Toni, Cordy, Callie and Cole, we were so sorry to hear of the loss of Courtney. You have been on our hearts and in our prayers since hearing the news. We''re asking the Lord to comfort you in a way only He can. Thanking the Lord for the blessed hope of seeing her again. With our deepest sympathy Roger and Debi Chancey

Message from The Parker Family

Dear Wilkes and Burrell families:
Please accept our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers for you during this most difficult time. Human words are inadequate; yet, His promises remain true. "Neither know we what to do: but our eyes are on thee." II Chronicles 20:12 With Love, Wyatt, Anna, Wyatt III, William, and Callie Parker.

Message from Becky Blankenship

I have never met any of you, but my heart aches for each of you. I pray that God will grant you comfort and peace during this tragic time. You are in the thoughts and prayers of many as you are in mine. Bless be the tie that binds us all in Christian love.

Message from Robyn D. McDonald

Words can not express how our hearts break for your loss. We have been in constant prayer for your family and we will continue. May God hold you close! Love in Christ, Robyn, Ken & Jonathon McDonald

Message from Belinda Joyner

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May you find comfort and peace in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. With deepest sympathy, Pacer, Belinda, Cameron and Chelsea Joyner

Message from Trey, Jennifer, Jake, Jackson, and Kensley Davis

Our deepest and most sincere sympathies go out to your precious family. We are so very sorry that you have to endure this pain. This seems all the more unfair because of what a special young lady Courtney was. It is a comfort to have no doubt that she is now in the presence of the Lord. You will each be in our thoughts and prayers.

Message from Glenn & Mary Flowers and Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this difficult time in your lives.May God give you the strength that you need to face the days ahead.

Message from Jeff and Heidi Darst

We are deeply grieved at the tragic loss of your daughter. We have prayed for your family since hearing. Words are inadequate. May our Heavenly Father comfort you, and somehow, may He cause there to be joy in your lives soon.
With our deepest sympathy, and fervent, heartfelt prayers,

Jeff & Heidi Darst & family

Message from Hugh Wingard and family

So sorry for your loss. I could not imagine the hurt your having right now. I pray to our maker in heaven that your family can over come this terrible tragedy. Our prayers be with you and God bless.

Message from Marjorie Tatter

Serving in Balimba of the Rep. of Chad in Africa I only learned of the death of Courtney ysterday. My heart cries for you and causes me to remember when I was 13 and lost a friend who was accidentally shot in a hunting accident. It had the effect of causing our entire class to think about our eternity. I''m so sorry for your loss and rest in prayers especially for the immediate family. I find it comforting to read the Psalms when I''m overwhelmed at the loss. Both of my parents died and I was unable to be with them at their homegoing though I did attend their funerals.

Message from Jerald Eunice

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Jerald and Ileene Eunice

Message from Janet Armbruster

This past Sunday, here in Santa Rosa Beach our church held hands and prayed corporately for your family. We weep with you and our hearts ache with you at this terrible tragic loss of your beautiful precious daughter. I pray that the peace that passes all understanding will comfort you always. May God bless you, comfort you, keep you and your family and give you grace and peace for the rest of your days.

Message from Debbie Clifton

My prayers and thoughts go out to you and the family. This has really touched my heart and I know Courtney is a beautiful angel in heaven now. I know the Lord is and will be right beside you and will give you the strength to endure the times ahead you will face. God Bless you. Love in Christ, Debbie Lovelace Clifton

Message from Jennifer I. Peck

While I personally do not know your family, nor did I have the opportunity to have my life touched by your wonderful daughter but as a fellow Christian my heart goes out to you during this tragic loss. As I''ve read about this tragedy my heart aches. It is so sad that such a wonderful young lady would have her life cut short by such an evil act. I know there are no words that can be said to remove the pain your hearts are experiencing but please know that I am praying for you. I know that God can help you. I pray that God would wrap His arms around your entire family both now & in the days ahead & that He would strengthen you, carry you & comfort you. May you feel His Presence even now. With Deepest Sympathy, Jennifer I. Peck (Baxley, GA)

Message from David & Sheila Edenfield

Our hearts as so many others are heavy and hurting for each of you during this tragic time. We are praying for each of you that God''s peace will surround you and carry you through the days ahead. May His love overwhelm you during this time to let you know that you are not alone that He is and has been with you all along. His word says that He will not leave nor forsake us. Hold on to those precious words in the days to come. Reach out to others and let them help you as well. We will keep you in our prayers.

Message from Karen Claxton

Toni, I can find the words to express my deepest sympathy. You are continually in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that you receive comfort and peace that only comes from the Lord.

Message from Dana H. Carpenter

I don''t know your family personally, butI wanted to let you know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God has a plan for all of us and sometimes we don''t understand and question why, but know Courtney is in a better place. Hold on to your precious memories and be strong, he will give you the strength to get you through. From all I have seen she was a vivacious, dynamic beautiful young lady. She is in heaven leading the pack and smiling down at all of you. My heart goes out to you, and I will continue to pray for all of you and your days ahead.