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Mom and Dad posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Stephen,
We want to wish you a Happy New Year. We wish you that you were here. We find ourselves tempting to call or text you here and there. Hopefully you are exploring and doing things that you want to do now. We miss being able to speak to you, and seeing you. After visiting you today at the cemetery, we wish you a Happy New Year. We love and Miss you every day.
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Michelle posted a condolence
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Happy birthday, Stephen! The sun is shining here and I am thinking of you. It brings me comfort to know that you are at peace on this day. I miss you. You are always in my heart. I love you.
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Michelle posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Hey Babe,
It's been 4 months since you left. Since I've seen that smile, since I've heard your voice, since we all felt okay.How does the time seem to fly by and yet crawl so slowly all at once? I sat outside today for a long time, remembering you and all the wonderful things that made you so special. I could almost feel you sitting next to me, with your arm around my shoulder, like you always did. That was always our time. Sitting outside on our front porch, smoking cigs and trying to figure things out. I can't smoke anymore without feeling your arm around my shoulder... maybe that's why I picked up the habit again.... You'd be so mad at me!
I miss you every single second of every day. It's all the little things. How cute your glasses looked on you, your laugh, your smile, the way you called me "babe", how incredibly intelligent you were. How I can't think of single person in the universe who has met you that didn't love you. Your never-ending pursuit of knowledge. How you could never settle for less than perfect with any project or job that you took on. How you could look at anything, and immediately think of a quicker and more efficient way of doing it. Your Tong swagger :)
I walked into a little hippie store by my house today. You would have been in love! They had a giant selection of every crystal and rock you could think of. Of course I was totally overwhelmed and had no idea where to start. I remember going into Crystal Connection & Quest Bookshop with you in Charlottesville. Both places knew you by name because we used to spend so much time in those shops. You became so knowledgeable in such a short time about stones and their properties, healing powers and all that. And not to mention, your wire wraps. The other day I found your rock stash, a long with all the wraps that you had made in the last 2 years. I've been wearing the one with the opal on one side & the watermelon tourmaline on the other. I gave Ashley the one with the huge teardrop moldavite. I remember how she was living with us that summer that you made both of those pieces. That was such a fun summer! She quickly became like a sister to us. (Remember the whiteboard drawing you made of our earthship? us, the dogs, and of course, Quinn!) Every wrap is so unique and so gorgeous. So many hours put into each one. I look at them closely, and I can literally feel the energy spent and concentration put into them. The weaving of the wire is so perfect and so intricate... true Tong style.
I also drank "Stephen's Blend" for the first time today. It was so delicious! I remember you bringing it home all the time, and how, if at GBs, we happened to be brewing both New Guinea & Costa Rica, you would be so excited to blend them together. Costa Guinea, or New Rica?! I don't know if we ever decided which name sounded better. I like Stephen's Blend the best though.
It's about to be winter, and I just can't believe that time is still moving. It seems as though everything should just freeze, and then someday, when you come back, time can resume like normal again. I know that can't happen, but I wish it would. I miss you so much. Everyone does. I hope you know how many people love you so much. I hope you have peace, and I hope you know how truly beautiful you are. How you will never be forgotten, ever.
I love you, Stephen.
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Aunt Di and Uncle John Wiger posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Dear Stephen, you will always hold a special place in our hearts and we love and miss you. Your beautiful smile and your soft spoken personality will be two of the things we will remember most about you. Dear Michelle, we love you like a daughter and we hurt for you. We promise to always be there for you. You're an amazing young lady and your strength will get you through. Jessica, Jamie and Chris have always admired you and look up to you like a big sister. We all love you!
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Mom and Brian posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
To our daughter Michelle...words can not express how much we hurt for you. You're a strong woman (just like your mom)and we know that you'll come out on the other side even stronger and a much better person because of what you've been through. No one should let Stephen's death be in vein...we learn from it and we turn it around to make a difference in other people's lives! To Stephen...our favorite son-in-law!! We loved you like our own son...we will always remember our talks and that wonderful smile! You and Michelle had been through a lot in the last 8 months...more pain than we ever knew...now,rest in peace in the loving arms of our Lord. We can see you holding our grandchild in your arms...someday, we will have a big reunion in heaven! We love you. Mom and Brian Maxwell.
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Dad Durost posted a condolence
Sunday, August 5, 2012
My heart and sympathy go out to the entire Tong family and my daughter Michelle. I didn't get to spend alot of time with Stephen, but the time I did have I'll always cherish and remember. Michelle I'm very proud of you. You have so many friends and family to help you through this difficult. For that I'm grateful. Love you with all my heart. Stephen you will be missed but always remembered in our hearts. Love you both...Dad
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Anonymous lit a candle
Friday, August 3, 2012
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In honor of Stephen Tong, whose loyalty, faithfulness, honesty, and love will always be remembered.
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Kristan Whitlow posted a condolence
Friday, August 3, 2012
Hi Stephen. I have been wearing the necklace you made for days. I have finally taken it off and hung it with the realization that it will always be precious to me and I want to have it forever. I wondered how I could pick up my camera again, knowing that you were the one that introduced me to photography and it will always remind me of you. I had a moment where I realized that things that used to be so insignificant to me, like breaking a glass, might be one of the hardest things to do since I know that you touched it and will be letting a little piece of you go. And then I felt you and my complete perception changed. I realized you were will always be here because you will always be a part of us. You are such a beautiful and loving person, and I know you have helped to shape the person I am today. And you will be alive within our son, because you have helped to shape the morals that we will instill in him. And he will know you. He might know you as rainbows, or sunsets, or beautiful rainstorms but you will continue to influence him the way you have influenced us. Kyle and I cleaned all the weeds out of the backyard at our new place in preparation for our plantings. We knew it would make you proud. And that is how you will live on, my friend. You have left a piece of you with all of us, and I will never forget that.
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Selena Andrews posted a condolence
Friday, August 3, 2012
Dear Michelle, we are all so shocked and saddened by your loss. I just wanted you to know that your friends at Paris Ceramics are thinking of you.
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Maxine Rutledge posted a condolence
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Michelle, We are in absolute shock I cannot imagine what you are going through - our prayers and love are with you and such wonderful memories of you and Stephen - we only had chance to be with you for a short time but have the most wonderful memories of you and stephen - I can see his smile now and that twinkle in his eye. We wish you much love and strength as you try to get through this time and will be thinking of you and Stephen often our prayers are with you God Bless Thomas and Maxine xx
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Bill & Debbie Stott posted a condolence
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Michelle, We are heartbroken over this tragic news and we are praying for God's healing love to carry you through this difficult time. Please know that you, and both families, are in our thoughts and prayers!
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Mom and Dad posted a condolence
Thursday, August 2, 2012
To our wonderful son, We wanted to let you know, that you were and are still our beloved son. No matter what happens, you will always be in our hearts. Watching you grow up for 26 years has been such an honor, and privilege. We were able to watch you grow, and become such an amazing son. We also want to let you know that you made us very proud, and we are very proud of you, for everything you've done. Everything you've accomplished in life made us so proud of you. Not enough words and emotions can express how much we love you, and miss you. You will always be a treasure in our hearts. No matter where we go, we know that you will always be there with us. You are now our guardian angel. Son, we love you and always will, you mean the world to us. Love always, Mom and Dad
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Linda Lee Varndell posted a condolence
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Michelle, you have my deepest condolences. My heart goes out to you and both families. I pray you find the strength to cope with this grievous occurence. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Lady Danger
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Geoff Wilson posted a condolence
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Mish, I'm so sorry. I remember as you two got together before graduating but had no idea anything happened. Stay strong. VT love
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Michelle Tong posted a condolence
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Stephen, my love, my beautiful love. It's been one week since you left us. It's hard to put our love into words. We had so many amazing memories together... I still remember so vividly the night I realized that I was in love with you. We were at the STS9 show at Langerado and we were walking through the crowd. You grabbed my hand so we wouldn't get separated and I instantly felt so much energy that went straight to my heart. From there on out, we were completely inseparable. I remember when I graduated and moved to Charlottesville, it was so hard to be apart that you ended up moving in with me only one. Remember our trip to Vegas? We walked to a chapel and debated whether or not to elope. We knew right away that we were meant to be. Our wedding was epic, our honeymoon was incredible. I keep looking at pictures of us from those times and it just gives me the biggest smile. I know you have felt in the past week the amazing amount of love that so many people have for you. Seriously, it's been incredible. Everyone who has ever known you has come together, worked together to support each other. Total strangers are now great friends. Friends have become family. It's the kind of powerful love that we always used to talk about... I know you feel it and I know that you are helping us all get through this time. You are so beautiful. I love you so much. I will forever love you and continue your legacy by showing others the compassion and love that you gave to every living thing. Family, friends, our dogs, the Earth. Everything. I miss you so much sometimes, it's a physical pain. But then I picture your gorgeous smile, take a deep breath, and look at the sky, and I can feel you take the pain away. You were always good at that. I love you, Stephen.
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Wimberg Family posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
With sincere sympathy our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love your Wimberg Family
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Clarence Mcneil posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
I just want to express my deepest condolences to you and your family during this time of bereavement. Mac
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Mark D'Angelo posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Mary, I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. You are in so many people's thoughts and prayers.
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mark lyons posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
forreal love tong man ive known him for years but feel like we became pretty close in recent years and i can honestly say the respect i have for him is pretty much unparalleled. such a down to earth respectable individual and i will keep him with me forever. i consider myself lucky to have spent the amount of time with him that i have. The world would be a better place if everyone had a boy like Stephen around.
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Thais posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Every time I think of Stephen I think of his sweet smile and laugh. So easy to be around, a deep conversationalist, and simply put a really great guy. I remember the first time I met Stephen after hearing so much about him from my best friend, Michelle. I loved him right away.... Two amazing people certainly made an even more amazing pair. Stephen, you will always be in my heart.
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Donna Donofrio posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
I have known Stephen since he was a young teen. He has been my son Jason's best friend through the years. He spent a lot of time at my house as they were growing up. He was always smiling. Always so polite and respectful. He blossomed into a wonderful young man. I will always remember his smile and his warm persona. My deepest condolences to his family.
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Shirely Yin posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2012
Shirely Yin purchased flowers (Exquisite Tribute Standing Spray)
with deepest sympathy Love Philipp and April Yin family
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shirley Yin posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2012
shirley Yin purchased flowers (Wreath of Mixed White Flowers)
Our hearts are with you Love Shirley Yin and Joseph Chen
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shirley yin posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2012
shirley yin purchased flowers (Treasured Tribute Wreath)
With deepest love from your family Love the Yin's Family
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Tiffany A posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2012
We may have lost touch but I always considered you my friend. I have so many wonderful/ hilarious memories of you. Your smile had the ability to light up a room and that is how I will always remember you. Last I saw you was at VT and we left each other saying "see you later" and I know we will.
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Stephanie Tong posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2012
Stephen was the greatest brother i could have ever had! Honestly, growing up with him was such an honor, seeing him grow and become such an amazing man. Growing up, I've always wanted to be like him, and anything that I had troubles with, he knew, and helped me get through those issues. He never wanted to see me upset, or sad. He knew how to fix my problems so I could be happy. Once i was happy, he was happy. My brother not only did that for me, but he did that for his friends, which pretty much is his family. He treated people with such respect, and had so much love towards them, that no other person can match up to that. I want to still, be able to do what he did. Use him as inspiration to lead me to become how amazing he was. Stephen, you will be loved and miss dearly, by not only 1 or 50, but thousands of people. You touched many people's hearts. I know your in a better place, but I still love you and always will. I hope that one day we can see each other again. Love you bro, with all my heart.
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Josh Gearhart posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2012
I’m sorry that our dearest friend has passed on from us. My belief is that someone only dies, because others don’t allow him to live on. Some are meant to stay in our lives forever and some are only passing through with a gift, a blessing, a lesson we need to learn, and that's why they're here. My most treasured lesson to leave with you that Steve was so kind to share with me was this: use your head to handle yourself, but use your heart to handle others. We will all pass on from the Earth one day; the goal isn’t to live forever, but to create something that will. So I ask you all to not let Steve become lost and forgotten in memories that will fade with us to our own end, but instead live on as an influence in not just your lives but the other lives that you touch as well. And instead of goodbye I would rather leave it with “It was an honor to know him”.
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Amanda Wang posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2012
I couldn't have asked for a better cousin growing up, I still remember being at grandmom's house when we were all kids and making memories there that I will never forget. I am so glad I was able to know him and call him my cousin and I know he is in a better place now. Love you Stephen
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Dawn Ryan posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2012
Mary and family.. so sorry about Stephen, I am praying for you all . you are in my thoughts and prayers. with sympathy and love Dawn
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Jeremy Gilmer posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2012
Stephen was more than a friend he was family. he will always be missed but never forgotten, to the good that die younge we shall all be together for ever and ever when we make it to the promise land.
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Tony posted a condolence
Monday, July 30, 2012
Rip stephen, almost a week has past and I can't believe that your gone and everything still seems like a dream.. It was like just yesterday that me and Steph visited you in Charlottesville as you were moving out. You were just always so melo and easy to talk to. I was just starting to really get to know you and it's sad to see you go. I know that you loved your family very much and that they did the same. Be sure to watch over them and I know Steph wants you to come and visit her in her dreams sometimes! Take care man, and watch over us!
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