Jensen Wright, Aged 7
UPDATE: Thank you P1′s for commenting and letting Jeff and his wife know how much we share in his grief. Jeff sent me this THURS night and made me cry all over again.
Thank you so much Gordon. You have gone so far and beyond what I hoped for and words can’t describe how grateful my family is for you. The outpouring of support on your website is just incredible. There is so much love headed our way that we are actually feeling it in this time of devastation.
I wasn’t able to listen to your show this morning because I was finally able to get a little sleep. My wife and I went to Jensen’s school to take care of some things and we ran into Jensen’s kindergarten teacher from last year and she told me she listened to you guys talk about Jensen this morning on your show for quite awhile. You guys are the best. The Ticket has always had such a personal touch with it’s audience and I feel so blessed to have my family shared on your air-waves.
Again, thanks so much for what you did for Jensen and our family. I will never be able to thank you enough.
Jeff
None of us are immune to tragedy, and we are reminded how important it is to appreciate what we have while we have it, and when we lose it, be thankful we had it to lose.
Original POST: I received the following message from a good P1.
Hey Gordo, I’m a long time P1 and I just wanted to get the word out about my 7 year old daughter who passed away yesterday. It was a freak choking accident while she was in school. Fox 4 is doing a piece about her tonight (Wed 3/31) on the 6′oclock news but I know it’s too late to get word out for that. If there is time permitting on your show tomorrow morning could you possibly mention her and the fund we have in her name. Her name is Jensen Wright and donations can be made to any Denton Area Teachers Credit Union.
I know all fathers say their daughters were perfect but Jensen really was. She was smart, beautiful and always thought of others first. We still don’t know how we are going to go on without her. Anything you can do would be very much appreciated.
Thanks,
Jeff Wright
Donations to assist Jensen’s family with funeral arrangements may be made to:
Jensen Wright Memorial Fund (Checks made payable to Jennifer Wright)
DATCU
P.O. Box 827
Denton, TX. 76202
Contributions may be mailed to the address above or dropped off at any DATCU location.
Please leave Jeff and his wife a comment if you are so moved.
I’m a Teacher, Father of a little Girl, and a P1 too. I’m also someone who lost their little Sister at 16 from a freak heart attack. My heart goes out to your Good Sir, and to your Family as well. This triple sucks, but my thoughts, prayers, and whatever else are there for you. I also went through a divorce where my little Girl was even littler, and there was something that remained a constant time of joy each and every day during those hard times. That was The Ticket. That is why I honestly and seriously can consider those People Family. Good luck and may the Force be with You and your Family. Suck is suck and this Sucks. Seriously….
Mr. Wright, I am so sad for you and your family. My wife and I are praying for you all and can’t imagine the pain of a loss so great. Please hang in there and know that many are praying for you.
P1 Michael
I’m a counselor who does work in the Denton schools, Father of a little girl, and a P1. I am so sorry for your loss, Mr. Wright. As noted by “shoes,” my heart and prayers go out to you. I can’t offer anything more than my condolences to you and your family. Your picture proves what you said about her. Best to you.
I am a fourth grade teacher, father of four sons, and yes, an avowed P1 like so many others. I’m not an overly religious man, Mr. Wright, but I pray that you, your family, and all those whose lives your precious daughter blessed will ultimately find peace in the days ahead. Please know that our thoughts are with you.
I shed a tear for you tonight as I watched the story and hugged my daughter just a little tighter before she went to bed.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family as well. I don’t know what its exactly like but my wife and I had a miscarriage july 4th, so we will keep praying for your family. Sincerely, jonas haygood
Omg…My heart and Prayers go out to you : ( My daughter just turned 7yrs old..when she was 4 she was at table w/ her then 6 yr old brother…I came around corner to dining room..saw her brother staring at her in a weird way..and saw her lil arms outstretched and choking “silently” on her chicken strip from Sonic Wacky pack..heimlich didn’t work..so I had to take lil finger n “dig” it out..rather violently..(nothing to lose)..she “made it”..started breathing..and IT remains the Horror of my adult life…God Bless you and your family..I got close to “that”..you WILL see her again in Heaven…where she is now..lil angel..I’m sooo sorry for your loss…
I just can’t imagine. Can’t fathom such a loss. This made me think of my 7 yr old granddaughter. I am so sad and so very sorry for your loss. In Heaven she is still very much alive and you will see her again. May God bless and keep you.
Jeff, as a dad of an 8-yr-old beauty, this news is heartbreaking. I can’t imagine. Please know that God is crying along with you. The good news is, He is in the business of healing our hurts and delivering peace, and I and others will pray that He does this for you and the rest of your family.
I am a P1 and a father of 3 girls close in age to Jensen. There is no single tragedy bigger than losing your child I’m sure. I truly feel for the parents and hope they can find strength at such a difficult time.
Mr. Wright,
I cannot imagine what you and your family are enduring tonight. No words may assuage your grief, but I sincerely hope you may take some small measure of comfort knowing that countless thoughts and prayers are being offered on your behalf. God bless you and your little girl.
As a father and as just a guy my heart goes out to the family…my 12 yr old cousin passed 4 years ago and i have seen how it affected my whole family…i now work with the guy who was 12 at the time and pulled the 4 wheeler off my cousin and cant help wonder what he would of been like…day by day is all yall can do. My prayers are with you god bless!
My prayers and sympathy goes out to the family, I truly wish no one ever had to outlive their child.
May God Bless You
Dear P1 Dad,
This story broke my heart even before I knew it touched the life of a good and strong P1. I am very sorry for your loss. May God grant you his peace during this difficult time.
P1 Dad, I live all the way across the ocean in Italy. I have a friend in Denton and I heard about your loss yesterday. It saddens me greatly, as I have a 9 year old daughter myself. You and your family are in our prayers.
I can’t imagine the pain you and your family are feeling. My prayers are with you all. May God’s peace and love support you during this horrible time.
I can’t imagine losing a child. I am so sorry to hear about your sweet daughter. A friend of mine lost his teenage son in a freak traffic accident a couple of years ago. He has written a free e-book about living with the grief.
I am sure it is too early for this book for you, but download it and give it a read when ready.
http://johndobbs.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/The-Long-Dark-Journey-Back-To-Life.pdf
Dude–my heart goes out to you and your family. Day1P1 here. I know the entire P1 Nation will keep ya’ll in their thoughts and prayers, as I will. May God wrap His comforting arms around you somehow my friend…Brian
Dear Mr. Wright,
My son will turn 7 this month. I simply cannot imagine what you are going through. My family and I send our deepest condolences. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Mr Wright,
I am so sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to you and your family.Gain comfort in knowing she is in a much better place.
Jeff,
We’re thinking of you and your beautiful little girl here in Japan. God bless you and your family.
My heart is broken for you and your family. I pray that you’ll find peace and strength to move forward.
Jeff,
As a Dad, I can’t image the pain you must going through. Just know that we are praying for you and hoping you can make it through this very difficult time. God Bless.
I saw this story last night. I am so sorry for your loss and my hear goes out to you and your family. You will be in our prayers.
Blessings
Gordon, thanks for posting this. The fact that he would reach out to you and The Ticket shows what an impact you guys have had on his life. It’s heartbreaking and my prayers are with the Wright Family.
Kidd Kraddick
Jeff,
My heartfelt prayers to you and your family. I lost my 3 year old son in 1991. There is no greater pain than the loss of a child. May God’s healing presence embrace you.
As a father of 7 year old first grade twins, the thought of losing them, of experiencing what you are now is gut wrenching. I pray for you, your wife and family to find a way to deal with this tragedy. Continue to reach out to others for strength. God Bless.
Hi Jeff, Jenny, and Jayden–Jensen lives on with us and will always. You are wonderful parents and Jensen’s way of touching others attests to that. The Daisy troop meetings at our house enjoyed a special spark from Jensen’s pure heart and her happiness that is simply her. We will always love her and carry her with us.
Jeff,
As the father of 8 & 6 year old girls, my heart hurts for you.
Steve
My wife is a 4th grade teacher in Denton and she called me yesterday shortly after word had gotten out through the schools. I can not imagine the pain you and your family are going through right now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and I just hope that you have Jesus Christ in your life guiding you through this. Jensen is in a better place place now and I hope you know this. Life will keep on going and it will take you with it whether you want it to or not. You have to make a decision to allow God to help you work through your grief and show you how to pick up the pieces of your life and move forward. If you are a man of the Faith, I know you understand this already. You will receive an overwhelming outpouring of support and comfort from the community. Try not to worry about anything else and focus on your family and the grieving process, the funeral expenses will be met. The Ticket family, the good strong P1′s and the Denton Community will rally around this. I would like to recommend a great place for the hurting – CrossTimbers Church in Argyle. Again Jeff, we are truly sorry for your loss and we will pray for your peace.
Good- Strong P1
Jason
Dear Jeff
As a father of 3 lovely girls I can’t imagine what your going through. No words can really explain how you and your family are feeling. I am very sorry for your lose. Be strong and have long talks with God, to get through this.
Sincerely,
I have three daughter ranging in age from 8 to 1. Jensen is beautiful. I grieve for you and your family and pray for your peace.
I’m so sorry for your loss. No one can relate to what kind of pain you are going through. And nothing anyone can say will lessen the pain for you. So lean on Him. I know it’s natural to get angry at God in a situation like this because we don’t understand His divine plans. But He loves you and will give you comfort. Maybe heaven was just too sad without Jensen so He brought your His little angel home. I’m praying for you and your family brother.
Jeff, I am so sorry to hear about your daughter. My family will ne praying for you. I can’t imagine the pain you are going through.
Jeff, I just want to take a moment to let you know that you and your family are in my prayers. I have a 20 month old son and I can’t imagine ever losing him. Children are the greastest gifts any person can ever receive and for such a precious gift to die so young is a tragedy. I can’t imagine what you’re going through but I just want you to know that you’ll be on my mind all day today. Everytime I think about my son today, (which is 100+ times a day) I will say a prayer for you and your wife. Im so sorry for your loss.
Jeff,
I pray with each sunrise that the pain you feel becomes more bearable. Jensen lives in our hearts and my daughter talks to her all the time.
I am trying to spread the word about her Memorial Fund and have just returned from DATCU myself. I encourage anyoe who reads to this to view the interview with Mr. Miller and contribute.
Naturally curious, my kids keep asking “Why?” We tall them that the real question is “How will we remember her?” For me, I see an angel.
I can’t think of anything else to add that hasn’t been commented already. My heart breaks for your loss. As a P1 and father of 10yo daughter, I feel your grief. So very sorry that things like this have to happen…
I saw the story on Fox last night and it broke my heart. I am so sorry for your loss and know the depths of your sadness. I hope that you will be able to feel the love and well wishes of family, friends and members of your community and pray that you find peace amid something so sad.
As a father who is trying to imagine how you must feel, Jeff, I just have no words.
Bless her precious soul. Bless you and your family for enduring and being strong enough to perservere.
Mr. Wright,
I am a teacher, father of two and too a P1. I cannot imagine what you are going through. As a teacher, our students are just like our kids. We care for them just like our own. I am praying for your family, as well as the students and staff at Ryan who will also miss her greatly!
Be strong!
i am so sorry for your loss. having twin toddlers i cant imagine what you may be thinking. please know that God is in control. not sure if it will help but a book called The Shack might lift your spirits. it will atleast assure you of her eternal peace. God Bless
Jeff,
When I heard the news on Tuesday afternoon I was stunned and deeply saddened. My son Walker was in Jensen’s kindergarten class last year and he played with her daily at recess this year often bringing home funny stories of what they did. I can recall when she was at his birthday party last year how she stood out, not just because she was taller than all the other kids, but how they all wanted to be around her. Jensen was beautiful and had such an infectious personality.
I cannot put into words how very sorry I am for your family. My family has prayed for you every night this week and will continue to do so. As a fellow P1, we all have you in mind today with sadness in our hearts and hope that tomorrow will bring a better day.
Reagan
dear JEFF, MAY THE LORD COMFORT YOU AND YOUR WIFE IN THIS TIME OF GREAT PAIN AND ANGUISH. MY DAUGHTER IS IN 5TH GRADE AT RYAN ELEMENTRY AND SHE TOLD ME LAST NIGHT AT THE DINNER TABLE AND MY HEART HIT THE FLOOR. I AM SO SORRY THIS HAPPENED AND WE WILL PRAY FOR YOU AND FOR YOUR LITTLE GIRL. IAM SO SORRY
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, my brother! This is extremely sad, but it should teach us ALL a lesson that we only live once and to make the most of it.
I’m a father of two wonderful boys. Their mother and I are divorced so I don’t get to tuck them into bed each night, but a day does not go by when I don’t call to check on their day and to tell them I love them.
Always hug your kids and tell them you love them. If you don’t have kids, love someone. Hug someone. Be nice to someone. You only live once and you never know with the good Lord will call upon you.
Don’t get me wrong. I’m not a bible beater. Just making a point that you only have one life so live it to the fullest and make sure you always let the people you love know it! They too only have one life and there’s nothing better for the soul to know you’re loved.
I’m sure Jesen knew she was loved and she will be glad to watch you and your family live the rest of your life. She will be waiting for you. Again, I’m so sorry for your loss. Please hang in there and find the strength you need to get through this. I couldn’t imagine what you’re going through but love will help.
To Jensen’s Dear Parents:
WE are Bryn Eshelman’s maternal grandparents and know Jensen very well because Bryn told us all about her “very best friend in the whole world.” Bryn spent spring break in our home and she would tell me all about her and Jensen going to EXPO together. WE feel as though Jensen was part of our big family. Our deepest love and sympathy to you and your family. My husband is a Methodist minster and we prayed for all of you last night at Wednesday night service and lenten supper. May God Bless you and keep all of in his arms.
You dear heavenly angel will always be with you.
In His Service,
Farrar and MaryAnn Bentley
My prayers are with you and your family.
Mr. Wright,
I taught at WS Ryan for 6 years and never had the pleasure of knowing Jensen or your family. Many of my best friends still work there. I am a father and can’t imagine what you are going through. I am deeply sorry for you and your family and my thoughts and prayers are with you always. In Him Andy Kane
Jeff-
May God shelter you and your family during this difficult time in your life. Nothing can replace the spirit of a little angel like Jensen except your unconditional friend in Heaven, so I pray deeply that God fills your heart with his love for you to make you feel whole again. Love from family, friends, and complete strangers like myself will continue to poor in for you. Stay strong, and know that your sweet daughter is sitting on God’s knee, and she’s happy.
God bless.
I have a 7 year old daughter, and I can’t image what you and your family are experiencing right now. I will pray that God will gives you peace and strength during this unfortunate time. I hope this song will be an encouragement to you.
My wife and I have three children. Last night we were discussing your daughter as well as the tragic suicide of the 8th grader in Joshua. A parent’s heart is broken beyond repair when a child is lost…for any reason. Until you are a parent, you cannot imagine what pain that is. We pray for God’s love comfort and compassion on your family during this terrible time.
Reading this left me with a huge empty feeling inside. I’m so sorry for your loss. I hope that you find peace in time.
I’m so sorry for your loss and pray for you and your family’s peace during such a tragedy. As a mother of two girls 6 & 4, it truly is a wake up call to stop being so busy getting swept up with work and drama and start enjoying our lives. It’s too easily forgotten. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! God bless you**
Jeff,
I can’t even begin to find the words to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. May God bless and comfort you and your family.
Blessings,
Dennis A. Lokey
Flower Mound, TX
Jeff, no words are enough! What a beautiful daughter! I promise to pray for you and your family. It’s what believers do.
Words just aren’t enough. What a beautiful daughter! I promise to pray for you and your wife. It’s what believers do!
I can not (and honestly do not want to) imagine the pain you are going through right now. I pray that God will help you through this time.
God Bless You.
3 weeks ago was the 3 year anniversary (I wish there was a better name for that)of the passing of our oldest son, Austin. Not a day goes by that we don’t miss him – but our lives are fuller having had him bless us. You pain is shared by people who’ve lost and by people who are saddened by your loss. There’s lots of help out there – don’t be scared to get it. Your family bond is the main thing that will get you through this. Ya’ll are in our prayers. Stay Strong and remember why we’re here. God had plans for Jensen – Good plans.
Jeff,
You have my condolences as well. As trite as it may sound, I know your beautiful little girl is in a better place. I also believe that the prayers that are being directed at you and your family will help you get through this. I hope you are even now feeling at least a bit of comfort from your Ticket “family”.
And thank you, Gordon, for reaching out to Jeff and for giving other P1s the opportunity to do so as well.
Jeff,
I’d like to echo everyone’s condolences and prayers. What a sad, sad situation for you & your family. Just know that we’re all thinking about you & your family. Stay strong, keep praying, and know your beautiful daughter may not be with you in body, but she’ll always be with you in spirit. God bless.
Jeff & Family:
I heard about your daughter this morning on the radio and my heart goes out to you and your family during this time. I know exactly what you are going through as it will almost be three years that I lost my son who was 21. Words can’t describe how you feel. I do know that time does help the healing even though it is impossible to imagine at this time. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days. God Bless.
Jana
Jeff and Family,
So sorry for your loss, the Wife and I will include your family in our prayers.
Jeff,
Please accept my deepest condolences as a member of your extended Ticket family and as a father to a young daughter. I know Gordon, Danny, and even lowly Grubes have helped me through difficult times and I pray they do the same for you. I encourage everyone out there (not just parents) to take a child safety/CPR course as soon as you can. You never know when you might be called upon to help save a precious child like Jensen.
God bless,
Jeff,
My wife had the pleasure of being Jensen’s kindergarten teacher last year. I only had the pleasure of meeting Jensen briefly a couple of times when I visited my wife’s classroom, but all I know is that my wife loved your daughter very much and had nothing but wonderful things to say about her. We have had several discussions about how Jensen’s smiles and hugs would brighten my wife’s day throughout the year and what a wonderful student she was, always so helpful to others and brilliant in the classroom. I cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your family’s loss. Just know that your daughter touched so many lives in her brief time here, including my wife’s, who will miss her dearly.
Sincerely,
Steve Arel
may God give you and your family strength in these tough times. the pain will never go away but it will lessen over time. I lost my father and my 16yr old cousin and i think about them everyday. hold on to the memories you have. All my love, meli
Jeff,
I am so very sorry for your loss. In 2001, I lost my baby without ever seeing her, or holding her in my arms. Your sweet angel with forever live in your heart. Many prayers for you and your family that God will comfort you in the days and years to come.
My heart breaks for you. Just know you are in my prayers
God bless you and your family. I am a new father and I could not even imagine what you most be going through. Thoughts and prayers from the good strongs.
I’m terribly sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful daughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jeff,
There is nothing I can say that seems adequate. Only that our thoughts are with you and your family here in NYC.
Dear Mr. Wright and family,
So terribly sorry to learn of your tragic loss. I hope that knowing so many people that you have never met truly do care and are greatly saddened by this is a comfort to you. There are still many, many good people in the world. I hope hearing from a few of the P1′s is a comfort.
And thanks for running this, GK.
God bless us all.
You have my deepest sympathies. I cannot fathom such a loss.
Jeff,
I wish today was April 1, 2020, being that time heals the heart, somewhat but never completely. Just a friendly thought in an attempt to ease the saddness in your familiy, in Denton, and in our P1 community.
I know life will go on, and I hope your family endures with prayers, good friends, family and great memories.
Bless you and your family.
Such a sad story. I’ve heard of people dying like this from delayed drowning (hours after swimming) but never from choking.
Good luck to you and your family in these hard time. Stay strong and remember the good times.
Our condolences go out to the Wright family. May you find peace and comfort in this difficult time, knowing that Jensen is with God.
I’m a father of 4 including 1 precious 4 year old daughter. I can’t imagine losing her or how you must be handling this tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeff,
My condolences to you and your family.
To the Wright Family,
I’m sorry I didn’t know your sweet daughter personally. I cannot imagine the heartbreak you all are feeling right now. This picture shows me the face of an angel.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you.
I can not imagine what you are going through, but I know some how we always find our way through tragedies. You and your family are in my families thoughts and prayers – be strong for your son, and you will make it through.
It’s wierd how a radio station can make a sorrow that is already strong even stronger. This P1 has a prayer for you and your family. Hang in there my Ticket brother…
Dear family of Jensen Wright,
I learned the tragic news about your daughter from my mother-in-law Melanie Lewis, who is the Director of Counseling in your school district. I cannot express the sadness and shock I feel for your family. As a mother of two children, both in elementary school, I struggle to comprehend this news. Please know that people who have never met you all the way here in Colorado are thinking of you and feeling so very sorry for your loss.
Jill Roblyer
I am very sorry for your loss. It breaks my heart to hear stories like this, but I cannot imagine the grief you and your family must be going though. Hopefully knowing hundreds and thousands of P1s just like me are saying prayers for you and your family helps just a little.
Time heals wounds, just know that each day it will hurt a little less. We’re all thinking of you.
All I can say is I’m so sorry for your loss. I have two beautiful daughters myself, and when I saw the picture of your daughter it melted my heart. From one P1 to another, may God help you get through this.
Jeff:
Anything I say will not be enough, because i have no idea what you are going through. I wanted to let you know that my family and I will praying for you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. At a time like this I’m sure the pain is unbearable. I pray that you trust in Jesus Christ to get you through these tough times. You may never understand why this tragic event happened. But God is always there just take His hand and He will give you peace and guidance.
Jeff, please know that we, as your P1 family, hurt and mourn with you during this unthinkable tragedy. I too, have a young daughter, so I have cried for your loss. I am so sorry Jeff. Just know that Heaven will be an amazing time for you to live everlasting life with your sweet angel. In the meantime, you can rest easy knowing God is taking care of her.
Jeff,
I cannot imagine the pain you must be going through. I am a Dad to two girls aged 7 and 8.
God be with you and your family.
Nat
With a daughter the same age and two younger sons I don’t know what I would do. My twin brother lost his son. Family, friends, and the things he loved helped him through. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Take comfort in the fact that your angel is with The Lord now and you will see her again. You probably don’t know 99% percent of the people posting here but it is great having the prayers of the P1 family. Its amazing what affect this station can have on those who love it
Dear Wright family, I am a Kindergarten teacher at Ginnings Elem. in Denton. I just want you to know that when we(Ginnings staff) heard about your precious daughter we were so sadden. Our staff lifted your family and our fellow teachers at Ryan up in prayer. Our awesome heavenly Father will give you strength that you need to get through this very difficult time.
May God Bless you and your family!!
Our prayers go out to your family. I was deeply moved by the news story and again this morning on the ticket. All us p1s need to pull together on this.
My brother..I have a 2 year old daughter..and I can’t even imagine you and your family’s pain, and I don’t know anything else to say to you but that I am so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so sorry for the loss of your little girl Jenson. Judging from her picture, she was one in a billion. What a beautiful, beautiful individual I’m sure she was.
Much love to you and your family,
MJ
The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up His countenance on you, and give you peace.
I will be praying for you. I am so sorry for your loss.
I am so very sorry for your loss. As tears run down my face I wonder why the innocent are taken from us.
Tomorrow I will send $100.00 to you in hopes that in some way it will make your life easier.In the memo section of the check you see the name Johno.
You must remain strong. Thousands of Ticket P1′s are with you.
Nothing I can do and no amount of money can make this right.
At this time I just want you to know that there are a lot of people who care.
That, is all I can do.
Mr. and Mrs. Wilson,
I am so sorry for your lose, but through times of great sorrow God shows His most wonderful glory. If possible, please take some time and listen.
Wright Family,
I know that this is a difficult time for your family. I was saddened to hear about the loss of your precious little Jensen. My prayer for you is that you will find comfort in the arms of God. Just cherish the memories that you have of her in your heart and know that one day you will be able to see her again one day.
In Christ,
Curtis the P1 Preacher
I have and will continue to pray for the Wright family. I can not imagine what you’re dealing with. My church is also praying for you and will be making a donation. May you feel Gods peace and love, and understand His will. I know that He too is grieving with you.
Jeff and Jennifer-
I am so sorry for your loss. My wife and I are thinking about starting a family this year, and one of my best friends and his wife are about two months along – so kids are on our mind although we don’t have any yet. I can’t even imagine how you both feel. You are in our prayers.
Brandon & April
P1s – Thank all of you for being a wonderful little family that takes care of its own. So refreshing we have all taken the time and effort to send condolences to this family in their time of loss, instead “meh”-ing each other and getting into petty arguments.
I love all of you and I hope the day when we the P1s are touched by tragedy is long from now, but it is comforting knowing that when that day comes – we are all here to offer help and support.
Gordon – thank you for doing this for Jeff, Jennifer, and Jensen.
I am so sorry for your loss. You and you family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Jeff, Jenny, and Jensen,
Hello my sweet friends. As I read through these wonderful posts, I am reminded over and over again how wonderful Jensen was. You see, I am a new mother. My daughter, as you know, is 13 months now. As Jensen’s kindergarten teacher last year, Jensen was able to share in the joy of my belly getting bigger and bigger by the week. She would write my daughter stories and books, posters and cards, so when she arrived I could read them to her. Jensen would encourage ALL the children to do the same, and they ALWAYS did what Jensen asked. She was always so exicted to show me what she had written for Baby Isla. What Jensen didn’t know, was that, until Isla was born, my kindergarteners were my children. I love and care for each of them, as if they are my own. There are so many things I learned from Jensen and will carry with me forever. She helped me be a better teacher, mommy, and person as a whole. I thank YOU for that. Please know that we love you all dearly and pray for your peace.
Sincerely,
Macey Arel
Dear Wright Family,
I was honored to work with the students and staff at Ryan Elementary after the tragic loss of your beloved daughter. The love that you have shared with all of us through Jensen’s story is surrounding and supporting your beautiful family now. Jensen truly will live in our hearts.
Dear Wright Family,
I heard of your loss the other morning on “The Ticket”. My heart breaks for you all. My heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to your family and Jensen’s school family.
Jeff and family,
I am a father of 3 and a girls softball coach. I love all of my girls dearly and can only imagine what you must be going through. I hope you find comfort in the fact that Jensen is in a better place now and looking down on all of you. Our prayers will continue to go out to you and your family.
every time i start to read this i start to cry and cant.. life is just not fair.
Dear Wright Family,
I worked at Ryan for 5 years, and though I never had the chance to meet your beautiful daughter the Ryan staff is still my dear family. I know each and everyone of them are saddened for your loss. I have a 1st grade daughter, and I could not imagine losing her. My family has been and will continue to keep you in our prayers. May God be with you through this tragic loss!
Dear Wright Family,
I had the pleasure of knowing Jensen…I work in the cafeteria at Ryan, so I would get to see her everyday at lunch. We would always joke with her about just buying milk and she would just light up and tell us that she would be buying lunch the next day. Words cannot express my sadness over the loss of Jensen. She truly was a beautiful precious little girl and her memory will live on forever.
Jaden,
Your big sister was so sweet and adored you immensly.
Her legacy will live on in your heart forever. Know that she loved you very much.
Mary Bailey
Jeff,
As a father of a 4 year old, I can’t stand to imagine the pain your family feels. I read Gordo’s site last night and this morning was still thinking about it. Just wanted to pass on a prayer for you and your family. God bless.
Mr. & Mrs. Wright,
As a parent also, and the mother of Jensen’s last year’s kindergarten teacher, I greatly feel your pain. My daughter has always referred to her students as her kids to me when telling me often about her days teaching kindergarten. She would say, “My kids” this and “My kids” that, telling me what might have occurred during the day. And through this I came to realize how much my daughter loved “her kids”. I remember her talking about Jensen last year, saying, “My little Jensen” did this, or “My little Jensen” did that, and when my daughter became pregnant, how Jensen had encouraged the rest of the class to write letters to the baby. So I feel like I have known this special little girl with the very unique name of Jensen. —- None of us know when we will have to leave, but I believe each of us is here for a specific reason, and that when we leave, we are not gone but rather, we have another journey to fulfill. That other journey must be a very important one for a loved one to leave us, but Jensen will surely stay in our hearts. A tight hug from me to you, and God bless.
Dear Wright Family,
I know today is a very hard day for you guys. I work for ESD and had both of your kids every Monday after school last semester. I was shocked to hear about Jensen and immediately thought of Jaden. I have never seen a brother and sister who were so close. Jaden and Jensen ALWAYS sat together and played together and did their homework together. They took very good care of each other. I am so impressed by your family. Your values were very apparent by the actions of your children so I know there is hope for you all to recognize that Jensen is in the presence of God at this very moment. She showed everyone who knew her as well as all the people who hear her story a little about how we should live our own lives. We all learned so much from her. Your entire family is in my prayers.
Ms. Bryn
Mr & Mrs Wright,
I just read the news from Gordon of your tragic loss. As the father of a 2 year old daughter I just cannot bring myself to fully consider thoughts of your loss. My family will be in prayer for your family in this time of profound grief.
God Bless,
-mc
Jeff, I know what you are going through. My 11-year-old daughter was killed in 2005. One moment, my daughter is full of life and looking forward to 6th grade, the next moment I’m calling my family and informing them of her death. The next days are spent notifying friends, relatives, & coworkers, as well as planning a funeral. After the shock wears off, the reality of your loss sets in. That’s when I realized I needed to find a support group as well as meet with a grief counselor. I’ll never be the person I was before my daughter died, and more than likely you will feel the same way. The death of a child has an impact on our lives that nothing else can come close to matching. I will keep you, your wife, and your dear daughter Jaden in my prayers. I’m here for you if you need someone to talk to. Gordon knows how to reach me. Be strong for Jaden- the love you have for her is everlasting.
God Bless,
Steve (a P1 and Kelsey’s Daddy)
My thoughts and prayers for you and your family!
I have a 5 year old and when I read the story, just the thoughts and scenarios ran through my mind.
And right after I finished reading, he came into the office and said “Daddy, when you are done working, do you wanna play Xbox with me?” I looked at him a different way and said to him “Ya damn right I wanna play Xbox son!” and gave him a big hug. Whew. *TearingUp*