Billy and Chantel LaMore contributed this message on Monday, August 3, 2009:

Billy and I were so sorry to hear about Jake. He was a really great guy. All of you are in our prayers.

Candler, NC
eMail: william.lamoore@charter.net

Shirley Warren contributed this message on Saturday, August 1, 2009:

Dear Ray, Your son was a beloved member of this small community. We enjoyed Jake and Felicia's company many times. Jake's friendship will be missed. We pray every day for Felicia's speedy recovery. We hope you find comfort in knowing your son was well loved. Shirley and Chris Warren

Leicester, N.C.
eMail: kwclark@bellsouth.net

Shirley Warren contributed this message on Saturday, August 1, 2009:

Dear Ray, Your son was a beloved member of this small community. We enjoyed Jake and Felicia's company many times. Jake's friendship will be missed. We pray every day for Felicia's speedy recovery. We hope you find comfort in knowing your son was well loved. Shirley and Chris Warren

Leicester, N.C.
eMail: kwclark@bellsouth.net

David & Angela Wright contributed this message on Friday, July 31, 2009:

We have known Felicia a long tme and Jake only a short time. But in the time we knew Jake he did always have a smile on his face. He will be truly missed by many. Felicia and family know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep leaning on Jesus. He is the only one that can give true comfort. Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord.Psalm 27:14 We Love You! David & Angela Wright

Fletcher, NC
eMail: auntie&@bellsouth.net

Matt Harris contributed this message on Thursday, July 30, 2009:

idont know what to say other than im gonna miss you lots of great memories of riding and just hanging out ..my thoughts and prayers to your family and i pray everyday that Felicia pulls thru ....keep watch from above and ill see you again one day

Leicester, NC
eMail: zebrar6@yahoo.com

Garreth & Kimberly Edmonds contributed this message on Thursday, July 30, 2009:

Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 We are sorry for your loss. We are praying for you that God will give you strength. We don't always understand why things happen the way they do. But God is always faithful and he will see us through it all. Trust in him. We love you Felicia and know that God will help you.

Leicester, NC

Karen Candler contributed this message on Thursday, July 30, 2009:

Judy & Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. There are no words to help ease the pain but know that you and your family are in our thoughts andd prayers and we are here if you ever need us. Love, Randy and Karen Candler

Greenville, SC
eMail: kcandler98@gmail.com

Jeff,Ashley,Josie Taylor contributed this message on Thursday, July 30, 2009:

With all our love. John 14 1-4

Candler, NC
eMail: enkamom@charter.net

Jacklyn Taylor and Nick Peragine contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

I know that during this time of pain words cannot fix your hearts that have been broken, but I hope and pray that God will allow them to heal with time. Jake will not be forgotten; he was a wonderful addition to Ridgeview Baptist Church, he will truly be missed from our church family as well. Our continuous thoughts and prayers remain with Felicia and the rest of Jake's family during this time.

Alexander, NC
eMail: happyhollerrabbitry@yahoo.com

Jerry & Phyllis Sexton contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

Family, please know that our thoughts and prayer's are with all of you during this time. People leave this old world, but their memories live on forever. Sincerely, Jery & Phyllis Sexton

Marion, North Carolina

Nancy contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

A Poem For Jake's Family & Friends: "Light a Candle" Light a candle for those we mourn. Into a new life they will be born. Do not look for them at the gravesite. They are somewhere else radiating their beautiful light. They have gone to a new world where there is no darkness, no pain. Their light and essence will always remain. Light a candle for those who have left this mortal place. They are free to travel through time and space. When we think of them, they are near. When we sit in a beautiful garden, Their voices we hear. When we listen to a divine symphony, We close our eyes, their faces we see. Light a candle for they have not really gone. With each flickering flame, in your hearts they will always belong. ~

Candler, NC
eMail: FriskyFilly@Gmail.com

Richie & Nancy Baier (JB Toyota) contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

For Jake's wife and family, "Hold fast to your memories, To all of the cherished moments of the past, to the blessings and the laughter, the joys and the celebrations, the sorrow and the tears. They all add up to a treasure of fond yesterdays that you shared And spent together and they keep the one you loved close to you in spirit and thought. The special moments and memories of your life will never change, They will always be in your heart today and forever more." Expressing our deepest sympathy to each of you with the loss of Jake. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and comfort you during this difficult time. Jake, We miss you! You will never be forgotten, you will live forever in our hearts! Rest in peace good buddy.

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David Beddingfield II contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

Jake, you will be missed brother!

Travelers Rest, SC

Cathy Gillespie Wanamaker contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

To Ray and Family and Judy and Family: Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I pray that God will comfort you with Grace and Love in the coming days.

Asheville, NC

dixie clemmons ingle contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

my dear fried Ray...my heart goes out to you on the loss of you son.. my prayes will be with you.. may god give you peace.. dixie

weaverville , north carolina
eMail: trekie828@charter.net

Andy Taylor contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

So sorry for your loss. Jake always had a smile on his face and brought a smile to the people around him. He will be missed by all.

Candler , NC

Jessie Hurst contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

So sorry for your loss. Will you you and your family in my prayers. May God's hand of love and comfort be upon your family at this sad time.

Alexander, NC

Randy and Linda Hunter contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

So sorry to learn of your son's passing. Please know we are praying the Lord will fill the void in your lives and will give you strength to get through this. We know you will depend on him. In His love, Randy and Linda

Weaverville, NC

Nilda Hillhouse contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

You are all in my thoughts in prayers everyday. Please know that alot of people care and are praying.

Asheville, NC

Abbey Vick contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

To the Family: I did not know Jake personally...But my son Adam Hensly was friends with him and went on many motorcycle rides with him and Felisha. When I hear Adam talk about his friends I feel as if I know them, and it pains me to feel the loss. My thoughts and prayers have been and are still with you through this terrible time. And for Felisha, Get well soon. May God be with us and comfort us all in this tragic loss.

Candler, NC
eMail: Transamgirl62@yahoo.com

Wayne and Patricia Medford contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

Even in your (and our) grief and sadness, we (family and friends) hold on to the thought that a life lived with so much love never really ends, but goes on forever in our hearts. Because we care, our prayers and warmest thoughts go out to (and for) you, with more concern and deepest sympathy than we could ever say....

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Wayne and Patricia Medford contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

Even in your (and our) grief and sadness, we (family and friends) hold on to the thought that a life lived with so much love never really ends, but goes on forever in our hearts. Because we care, our prayers and warmest thoughts go out to (and for) you, with more concern and deepest sympathy than we could ever say....

Candler, NC

jeff contributed this message on Wednesday, July 29, 2009:

I had the pleasure of being Jake's teacher at Enka High School. I really think that he taught me more than I ever taught him. What a fanastic young man, he was truly one of a kind. His michievous smile would always brighten the day. We will continue to pray for Felicia. May God's hand of healing touch her and the family. Jake you will be missed but never forgotten. Thanks for allowing me to be part of you life.

leicester, nc
eMail: jhaney@haywood.k12.nc.us

JEFF D. LAWRENCE & FAMILY contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

YOUR FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS

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Peggy and Guy Vaughn contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

Your family has our heart felt sympathy. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

leicester, nc
eMail: suvmom04@aol.com

Sharon Fish contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

May God's love comfort you at this time of great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and praying also that sweet, sweet Felicia continues to improve daily. Sharon Fish Buncombe County Schools

Asheville,
eMail: sfish@mchsi.com

Rena Watts Solesby contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. May God bless you.

Asheville, NC
eMail: rena.solesby@bcsemail.org

evan jones contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

I went to school with your son,i knew his wife.i hope she will be alright. may God keep you and your family close at your time of need.May God Bless you all.

enka , nc
eMail: z28man200099@yahoo.com

larry@doris hensley contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

ray we know you are are going to be lost without jake with gods help and time it will get easer for you all.our thought and prayers are with you all.we are here for you .it has to be terrible to lose a child.we love you and hope peace will come soon.

alexander , nc

Shaun,Missy, Josie, Ross buckner contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

Jake will be missed. He was fun loving and always had a smile. Our prayers are with Jake's family and with Felicia for a speedy recovery. We love you all.

Alexander, NC
eMail: happyhollerrabbitry@yahoo.com

darlene&bill carter contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

jake was one heck of a nephew he would always make me laugh and also good hearted and also loved his real mama judy and step dad like a real dad. jake to me always told it like it was.that is why everybody loved him and always will. darlene s. carter

arden, nc.
eMail: carter1951@bellsouth.net

The Church of God International Offices contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

We at The Church of God International Offices are praying for the Buckner Family and Felicia. May God comfort you during this time.

Charleston, Tennessee
eMail: onefold@gmail.com

Garey Jones contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

Such a tragic loss of a fine young man. I had the honor and pleasure of knowing and working with Jake for the past 9 years. I will sorely miss him. To Felicia and all the family members, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless

Leicester, NC

Sharon Moore contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

Ray and family and Judy and family: We are very sorry to hear and read about of the accident and passing of your son. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow. Junior and Sharon Moore (old Alexander Youth Choir)

Alexander , NC
eMail: mooress@bellsouth.net

Harry F. Swilling contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

My deepest sympathies go out to Ray and to Jake's entire family during this very difficult time. Harry F. Swilling Asheville Wire and Communications

Asheville, North Carolina
eMail: vc_westall@bellsouth.net

Melena Chadwick contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

I think is sad that Jake lost his life in a wreck. I feel for the family, but it is also sad that his half brothers name was left out of the obit; Shane Albert Chadwick.

Fairview, N. C.
eMail: seroledc@yahoo.com

Jennifer Walsh contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

My thoughts and prayers are with you all for the loss of Jake and for the recovery of Felicia. I worked with Jake at JBT for about a year and was very fond of him. He was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.

Leicester, NC
eMail: actressdancer@gmail.com

Donna Grice contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family in this time of grief. May God be with you all.

Piedmont, SC

Bryan Franklin contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

Jake had the ability to walk into any room and make people smile. He lived each day to the fullest. I have so many memories of him growing up, from playing in the pool, going to his wedding, even meeting up for the bday dinners and christmas. Jake was always there to pick anyone up. He was someone that you were always happy to see. You are in my thoughts little bro and so is felicia.

Candler, NC
eMail: abfranklin@gmail.com

wendy taylor contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

Jake was the biggest kid i know always having a good, never really saw him without a smile on his face, loving life, my prayers go out to all the family and friends and he had alot, he was a wonderful guy and will truly be missed...

leicester , nc
eMail: wrtaylor35@yahoo.com

ashley burgess & jr contributed this message on Tuesday, July 28, 2009:

knowing leslie and her family as well as i do and loving them dearly...meeting jake was only reassurance of what a wonderful group of people they are...i spent little time with jake but it was awesomely fun and entertaining!!! what a great guy!!!what a great brother,son,husband, and friend....i'm truly saddened by his death...my thoughts and love are with all of you...if you need anything...leslie knows how to contact me...and i will do anything that you need...I LOVE YOU GUYS!!! and i'm pretty sure that jake knows that...

asheville, nc
eMail: atburgess80@yahoo.com

Steven Elliott Sampson contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

To the Family, No words can express the sorrow I feel for the loss of Jake. He was such an honest and sweet person, and the world will for sure be much less of a place without him. He was always grinning about something when I saw him. He helped to spread happiness in who ever he was around. I no he happy where he is now, but he will for sure be missed. Please dont hesitate to say if you need anything. Jake was a friend and a brother to us all, and for the gift of such a wonderful person, I will forever be their for you. Jake, I love you, and you will truley be missed. Steven Sampson

black mountain, nc
eMail: sssampson1@gmail.com

Wendy Reece Gurney contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

I am at such a loss of words right now. I JUST talked to Jake last week for the first time in 7 years. He was just telling me how he still loved all his toys and having a good time. God Bless you Felicia and the rest of Jakes family. Jake was truly an amazing person with a heart of gold and a smile to warm a room for days. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family and ANYONE who had the pleasure of knowing Jake.

Malakoff, Texas
eMail: wendy.gurney@us.army.mil

Melissa Hoglen Montgomery contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Jake was such a wonderful person. He had such a joy for life and was such a wonderful husband to Felicia. My husband, Brad, was good friends with Jake and worked with him at JB Toyota. He passed away in 2006 and Jake & Felicia were both so supportive to me. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers and I will continue to pray that you will find peace in this tragic loss. He is in an awesome place now and if you belief that the Lord is your savior, you will see him again.

Gastonia, NC
eMail: melissamontgomery1807@yahoo.com

Jerry and Betty Swanton contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

I worked with Jake all the years he was with us at Jim Barkley Toyota. He was the life of the shop and was always willing to help his co-workwers. Our prayers are with his family and with Felicia and her family. Jerry and Betty Swanton

Mills River, NC
eMail: bettyswanton@yahoo.com

Erik Ridgeway contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Lots of great memories with Jake at JB Toyota. He was an awesome guy that will be missed by many! Our thoughts and prayers go out to Telicia and your family. I pray that Gods strength will help you all get through these tough days ahead.

Summerville, South Carolina
eMail: erikridge@hotmail.com

Keith & Amysue Moore contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

you all are in our prayers.

Leicester, North Carolina
eMail: amysue.2@hughes.net

Rodney & Michele Smith contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. We love you and pray that God will give you the strength and peace that you need during this time.

Alexander, NC
eMail: rarm34smith@gmail.com

Crystal Broms contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

My deepest sympathies go out to Jake's family during this very difficult time. He had a plan to fulfill some place other than this Earth and I'm sure he is watching over us now.

Candler, NC
eMail: crystal_broms@yahoo.com

Crystal Broms contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

My deepest sympathies go out to Jake's family during this very difficult time. He had a plan to fulfill some place other than this Earth and I'm sure he's riding around up there looking down and watching over us!

Candler, NC
eMail: crystal_broms@yahoo.com

Jamie Mullins Delahoz contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I went to school with Jake and he was a kind heart, very fun to be around he knew how to make you smile. He will be missed greatly.

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eMail: jamiedelahoz@yahoo.com

Carolyn and Richie Mashburn contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Our thoughts and Prayers are with you in this time of sadness and Hope. Carolyn and Richie Mashburn

Asheville, NC
eMail: carolyn.mashburn@bcsemail.org

Chris Lyda contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Jake was a good friend to me and a past fellow car enthusiast. Keep having fun up there Jake!!

asheville, nc
eMail: 327stang@gmail.com

Eddie & Joy Oliver contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge HIM and HE will direct thy path. Proverbs 3:5-6 You are "all" in our prayers............ GOD Bless, Eddie, Joy, Noah and Jonah Oliver

Weaverville, NC
eMail: eddie.oliver@arvatousa.com

George and Linda Demos & boys contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

My heart breaks for all of you who loved Jake so much. I remember a sweet little boy who always had a smile on his face. I also remember how he loved his four wheelers and dirt bikes and when he brought Felicia to join him riding. I pray you will find God's peace in this tragic situation. I am praying for all of you and know Jake is home with the Lord. All my love, Linda

Alexander, NC
eMail: jenkinsvalley@aol.com

Tony Roberts contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Ive been friends with Jake for several years, he was a great friend and will be truely missed by us all. My thoughts and prayers are with Felicia and his family.

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eMail: tonyrob316@yahoo.com

Wanda Evans contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

My thoughts and prayers are with you throughout this sorrowful time. May God bless and be with you.

Asheville, North Carolina
eMail: wanda.evans@bcsemail.org

Charlotte Collins contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this time. Charlotte

Black Mountain, NC
eMail: charlotte.collins@sonopress.com

Carrie Nagel contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

What words can I possibly say that will bring comfort to a hurting heart? I didn't know Jake well personally, but in the time that I have been working and been friends with Felicia, I feel like I have a bearing on who he was as a person. The light of Felicia's life; a hard-worker; a loving and devoted husband, son and friend. My deepest sympathies to all of Jake's family and friends.

Asheville, NC

Elise and Dennis Morris contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Ray and Family, We are so sorry to hear about Nathan, we pray that the Lord will comfort and give you the grace to get thru this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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pamela tweed contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

I didn't know Jake personally, but he was friends with Brandon & Lindsey Mulley. May the Lord comfort you at this time. My prayers are with you all. Brandon & Lindsey thought the world of him.

weaverville, nc

Mary Beth Price contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

I am so sorry to hear of Jake's passing. I graduated high school with Jake and always remember him as a funny, kind and generous friend. I will continue to pray for your family and for a fast recovery for Felicia!!

Lynchburg, VA
eMail: marybeth1105@yahoo.com

Nancy Reichman contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

I only knew you from a distance as I have worked with Felicia for several years. My respect for both of you only grew over the years seeing what respectable, upstanding young people you both are. My prayers have been for you, Felicia and your families since this tragedy took place. In knowing Felicia so well, I know that you have gone onto your heavenly father. God Bless all of you! nancy

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eMail: nancy.reichman@bcsemail.org

Leigh-Anna Hicks contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

I was so sorry to hear of Jake's passing. He was always so kind and polite. The family is in my thoughts.

Candler, NC
eMail: LeighAnna2003@aol.com

Linda Bradley contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Felicia, Know that you and Jake's family are in my thoughts and prayers. Linda

Arden, NC
eMail: linda.bradley@bcsemail.org

Kathy Barrett contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

What a wonderful young man. He loved his family and will be missed terribly. May God comfort you and help you bear this cross. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Greenville, SC
eMail: kathy@upstatesc.bbb.org

Dean & Rebecca Plemmons contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

we are so very sorry to hear of your loss.our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family and friends.jake was an awesome individual and was so much fun to be around.he will be truly missed.we will continue to pray for his wife felicia and hope for a full recovery.he will always be on our mind and in our hearts.i pray the lord will comfort you in the days ahead.

Candler, NC
eMail: Mrmountaineer91@yahoo.com

Erica Blankenship contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Your Family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Asheville, nc
eMail: eblankenship85@verizon.net

Marvelene Lindsay contributed this message on Monday, July 27, 2009:

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Weaverville,