To those missing me

[ben de lappe]

Please know that I miss you all tremendously as well. It takes a lot to pull me away from my drawings. Since my sons accident on December 16, 2016 my family has been on an arduous journey that I'd wish upon no parent. Caring for a child (23 at the time) that's been so critically injured is demanding mentally, is physically exhausting and emotionally draining however as I'm sure you can understand so filled with love these emotions are suppressed at all cost. Choked down somewhere to never again see the light of day I found drawing to be an outlet for this pain. Focusing intently upon something that I truly enjoy provided a measure of comfort few can understand. Again, please know I've missed it as well as my interactions with all of you around the world. Through my work and this site I have become acquainted with many of you on a level that equates to nothing less than friendship. Dealing with you guys has been nothing but a pleasure so you cannot believe how incredibly hard these words are to type.

After putting up more of a fight than I thought humanly possible my son Jon is finally at peace. He was called home by our Lord and Savior early Wednesday morning and we buried him in a beautiful spot surrounded by family and friends. This is a photo of the strongest man I have ever known. Please pray for us to be just as tough while we continue life without him.

[Dawgonhawg]

Ben, I'm so sorry for the loss of your son.
Prayers for you and the family.

[East German]

Sorry
There are no words that can help .

Peter

[robertspark]

very sorry to hear Ben,

[ROKCRLER]

Prayers for you and your family... so sorry for your loss.

[Scratch]

Sorry for your loss.

[acourtjester]

Very sorry to hear Ben, your faith brought your family through this time, and will be with you in the future. May our prayers help to heal your families hearts, May the memories of earlier times lift your spirits. Peace be with you.

[admin]

Very sorry to read this Ben, your family will be in my prayers and I know you have many friends here praying for you as well.

[Ronz2Busy]

So sorry for the loss of your son.
Prayers are going out for you and the family.

[vanderburg1]

Sorry for the loss of your son.

[railmaker]

Ben, there are no words to express the sorrow that is felt when a child is lost. You have my utmost compassion and prayers for you and your family during this time and into the future. God bless you, my friend and God bless your sweet son.

[plasmanewbie]

So sorry to hear this after all you have been through Ben. I hope all our prayers bring you some comfort in the days to come.

[BAR M]

Ben,
I too, lost a son and I can feel your pain. We pray for your family.
Your friend, Bob

[stacca]

Sending all our love to you, Cynthia & your family. You are all in our thoughts.
Stace & Spike

[Grantbonk]

sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family

[sbest1]

So sorry for your loss. CHERISH the memories.

[Jason@bc]

Sorry for your loss Ben.

[otisa2007]

Prayers for you and your family

[greggomc]

Ben,
It's been a long time.
Sorry for your loss.
Thoughts are with you and your family.

[hdfaster]

Thoughts and prayers for you and your family Ben. Sorry for your loss.

[cstroke]

So sorry Ben, Thoughts are with you.

[Welder Kenny]

So sorry Ben, prayers coming your way

[dholt87]

Although I don't know you personally, my heart breaks for your loss. Please know your family is in my prayers.

[TJS]

Prayers to you and your family.

[Salski92]

Sorry for your loss may he Rest In Peace with our ancestors