AMANDA AVERY

Our darling Amanda, sister to Kate & Scott, passed away 18th April, 2003, at age 16. Someone once stated that Amanda was always the first to begin the laughter and the last to stop - how very true. Anyone in need, who knew my daughter, was always assured of her sense of loyalty and kindness and ever-enduring love.

I liken Amanda to a rose -

Roots firmly planted in the ground - Childhood
Thorny stem, reaching towards the sun - Puberty
Blossom atop, sweet in fragrance & beauty - Teenage years.

I will never forget the joy and wonderment on the day Amanda was born, the 4th July, my first born. Miss Independance. Amanda was taken from us as the result of a car accident. We have been left devestated and empty, wishing she was here with us, each and every day.

Amanda's sister, Kate, is struggling to this day and misses her best friend and confidant. Only God knows how much we all hurt & how, each and every day. I feel sorrow for the one who took her young life. He was her boyfriend and he too loved Amanda dearly. He made a terrible life error and he too is suffering, as are his parents. For all those who read this meassage, I ask for you to take but a moment to offer a prayer for Amanda and those who are left behind in sorrow.

Deborah Wyllie (Amanda's Mum)

Submitted by: Deborah Wyllie on November 12, 2005