Jessica Dudley Obituary

Wow, two years went by just like that. When I read all the messages, so many feeling come rushing back just as it was yesterday that you left us here on earth. I will always miss you Jessica. Hugs!

Jessica, I can't believe it's been twenty years since you left us. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Always wondering what great things you would have done in this life we still live in. I will see you heaven one day, until then.

Jessica, not a day goes by that I still don't miss you. As I sit here and read this again the pain of losing you is as if it just happened yesterday. Although I know you are in a better place and I always try to remember all the good times we had, I still miss you. You will always be my number 4 forever and always. So, until the day we meet again, I will always smile when I think of my JDuh and that beautiful contagious smile that only you could pull off. I love you Jessica and miss to the moon and beyond. Love Wanda

Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I still miss you so much, the pain never really goes away. I wonder often times, if you were here, what would you be doing, what would you have become. There will always be a piece of me missing without you here. Sometimes, when I dream, I dream about you dancing with Jesus, or playing with lions (they won't hurt you in heaven, I can hear you giggling and your precious smile is forever imprinted in my heart. Jessie, I can't wait to see you again ... Fo now, I have to keep moving forward as God is not done with me here. Love you so much! Mom

This is insane. I use to be neighbors with Jess. Lots of good, and bad times that will not be forgotten.

Jessica,

We miss you so terribly here at home. Jacob and Jacey send you balloons with kisses and I know you've received them, they miss you so. We thank GOD that HE gave you a chance to get to know us for whom we really are. When I miss you too much, I go into your room just to smell your scent that is still there. I can still hear your tap on my bedroom door, your laughter and how you used to say Daaad. Your beautiful face and your big smile is a background picture in my head at all times. Other than DNA, you were my daughter and I miss you so. I know GOD is taking good care of you and one day we will see each other again.



love forever

Wanda

I played basketball with Jessica in the 7th grade at Metz Junior High. She was a joy to be around at all times. Today, at a back-to-school night event, our coach, Mr. Buzzi, informed me of this great loss. My prayers are with her family. I will always have fond memories of Jessica.

George and JoAnn:

I found out about your Granddaughter from a friend and could hardly believe my ears. I have been trying to contact you by phone and haven't had any luck, so I'm hoping you will get this note. I am so sorry for you, Greg, her Mother and her whole family, what a tragedy.

I would love to hear from you.

I would give anything for one more moment with you, I miss you so much. I miss your precious smile, your contagious laugh, your sleepy eyes when you just wake up, and I especially miss your hugs and kisses. My heart is broken, I cry everynight you are so PRECIOUS to me. Bryce asks about you all of the time and whenever he sees a basketball - he wants to watch you play. I miss you so much, and I hurt so bad, You will always be my Precious Pearl - Love, Mom

I'm Jessica's grandmother. Jessica was my only grandchild for 11 years and I thought she was wonderful to the max and always will. I never failed to receive a "I love you" from her and she never let me hang up from talking to her on the phone without telling her I loved her. I enjoyed her company. She often challenged me to games of cards, etc.. when we were together. She loved winning but somtimes to her surprise, I won. She shared with me some of her heartfelt concerns and I did my best to give her good advice and another way of thinking of things. She told me she had become a Christian. When I think of my loss, it's so sad, but when I think of her gain it brings me comfort. Folks, the time we are here on earth is so short, even if we lived to be 100 years old like Bob Hope, time is still short in the scheme of things. We only have time to choose to be in God's family, like Jessie did, during the time we're here. After we die, it's too late. You are important to God. Don't put off choosing God, you won't be disappointed.

I think this message can come from everyone that went to Metz or that knew Jessica from Manassas. She was certainly one of the best people I have ever known. From being on the basketball team with her in 7th and 8th grade, to laughing with her all through middle school...I loved her like a sister. I miss you so much Jessica and I wish I could have said goodbye. I guess we're all in such shock that something like this could happen to someone so wonderful. Your family is in my prayers. I miss you so much! I'll never forget you and I'll love you always...God Bless.

************And Then***********



The night is warm and full of mystery



The heavens glow above



Countless stars cruise overhead,

and go sailing on

sailing on....



A shooting star streaks across the sky



To perhaps be seen by only you in all the universe



But soon, oh too soon, the star is gone



And then there is the memory.

Dear Greg and Wanda,

What horrific pain you both must be in... As I said in my card, the desire to find words to console you is there, however, the words do not come, as there are none.....All I can say , is , I am so sorry. At least Jessica is now in a place, that is perfect, she is perfect, no sadness, no pain, only happiness and joy. As a minister told me at my mothers funeral, life here on earth is the equivilent to a blink of an eye, compared to eternity. Someday, we all will be reunited with our loved ones, and that will be forever!! Please take care..Kathy

SHANNON,

EVEN THOUGH WE NEVER MET YOU, GREG IS RELATED TO US, AND WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND OUR PRAYERS. ALL OF OUR LOVE STUART & MARYLOU SIMPSON

Shannon:

I just found out the horrific accident today, July 27, 2003. Jessica was a favorite of mine. She always came over my house and talked to me. She told me she was going to be a veterinarian. She was only about 7 yrs. old then--but I strongly believed her. She was so smart (straight A's) and I knew that along with her personality she could have the world at her fingertips. She is now with her beloved grandparents, Donna and Roger, with God taking care of them. May the love of God shine in your heart, Shannon, in this most difficult time. I will remember you and your family in my prayers everyday. Today I lit a huge candle at church for Jessica along with prayers I said for her and you. I have alot of baby pictures of Jessica anytime you would want them.

Love,

Ellen Starbird (Walsh)

(703) 335-2548

Dear Shannon,

I just found out today and I am sending my deepest sympathy to you. I remember her when she was a baby, she was beautiful. I am so sorry for what you are going through, I will be praying for you.

Your old friend,

Christine

I loved Jessica like my sister. She was always there for me no matter what it was. She loved my mom's mac n'cheese :). That girl lit up a room everywhere she went. She always knew how to make me laugh even if I was down. I will miss everything about her. The way she laughed. I can even hear her giggle at me right know. I will miss when we went to play basketball down the street with each other, and I will miss those nights she stayed at my house. Shannon, I am very sorry for both your losses. I will keep you and the rest of your family in my heart. And Jessica, don't ever forget our memories, because I know I won't. I love you Jessica, and I will never forget you.

Shannon,

I hope Dan got the picture of all the girls at the beach. My daughter is grieving as well as myself and I can not begin to tell you how broken up Dan is . I lost my brother the same way but a child there is no greater pain . Shannon we will keep you in our prayers and pray that you can get thru this horrible tragedy -love karen and vanessa

I only had the privilage of knowing Jessica for a very short time.Jessica had just started working for me at the Burger King in Triangle, when she went on vacation.And unfortunatley I never got too see her again.Jessica was a very bright and sweet girl.She made several new friends in a very short time,which were all devastated to learn the tragic news.So from all of the management and crew of the Burger King, our thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. She will be missed!!

I was just told, I am so sorry for your loss, please call me if I can do anything for you, God Bless.



Tammi

Shannon,

My thoughts and prayers are with you.



Dan,

There are no words.

Much Love,

Jane Beach

Mr. Simpson,



I am very very sorry for your loss. I work with Steve Gordon of PPSI. He is the one who gave me the tragic news and I just wanted to let you know that I am really sorry and have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.



God Bless,



John Massengill

Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness (Isaiah 41:10)

May these words from the Lord encourage you at this time of grieving.

Jessica will be truly missed. We loved her. My heartfelt prayers are with the family.

I've known Jessie since she was a baby.I remember her cute little toddling self very well,and she grew up to be a beautiful girl who then became my step niece.My 11 year old twins were very fond of her.Jessie loved to talk about the animals with me. I was always amazed at how she grew up to be the person she was.God has a very special,wonderful angel in Heaven now,Jessie is with my other niece,Bobby's daughter Mary,who was alot like Jessie.They both had a very infectious laugh,and both were very beautiful girls who hated no one.Mary was also killed in a tragic accident.

I feel badly for all her friends and especially for Shannon,and her father and Dan.May God comfort her high school friends and family,her bothers and sisters,and most especially Shannon and the children.

Jessie .........you will be so very missed by everyone. Shine on in Heaven Jessie!



Sheri (Bobby's sister)

There are few children, other than our own, who my husband and I could always say that we truly adored. Jessica was always one of those kids for us. From the early days of her playing side by side with my son to her early teenage years of 24 hr. eat/sleep-overs ;) We will truly miss her and our hearts break not knowing what she would have become. We always knew it would be great whatever it was. The one shred of relief we can muster is that you will never know another sad moment, that you now have all the animals you ever wanted and that heaven's cabinets will most certainly be filled with all the good stuff :) Please be with us baby girl and pray that God will help us understand, one day, why this had to happen... We will never stop praying for you.

Forever in our hearts,

Rob, Cindy, Jamie, Kacie, Scotchy, Cocoa & the fish

I have known Jessica for almost 7 years. She was a wonderful friend to me and my family. She always made friends easily. Her spirit will carry on in my heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to her and her family. I love you Jessica.

I just wanted to tell you that I am so sorry about this. I love you like a sister, Jessica and I am going to miss you so much.

im so sorry about what happened my condolences go out to her family and friends when i knew her she was a nice outgoing energentic person that loved everybody she had a good head on her shoulders and she was going places in life again im so sorry

I love this little girl with all of my heart. She was a sparkling child that I thought of as one of my own. I will miss her deeply and mourn the loss. She is good friends with my daughters, Sami and Nanci, and they are deeply saddened by loosing such a good friend.

My thoughts and prayers are with her entire family, as well as with Bobby's family.

Our prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. God Bless

This is a tragic loss of a young shooting star. My prayers go out to the entire family. It is my hope that you will now reside in the hands of your loving grandparents, Roger and Donna.

God bless you.

Jessica was loved by many, and will be missed by many. I am deeply saddened to learn of this unexpected tragedy, at a time when Jessica had so many good things ahead of her. May you find some small comfort in knowing that there are many who care.

Hello, Jessica was my best friend and I was her best friend.I love her so much and wish that I could've at least said goodbye. Everyone at Liberty misses her very much.. She will always be our hearts.

Our thoughts are with you.

A neighbor on Windsor Rd.

Jessica was a wonderful and loving friend. You could talk to her about anything. She was always there when you needed her. I will miss her dearly. She was one of my good friends. I loved and will always love her and she loved everyone she met. She always could make anyone smile, especially when she would laugh. I can still hear her laugh. I hope she is in a better place now, and I hope she is still playing basketball. Jessica RIP girlie I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!

We had a fun day onthe 4th-and now with great sadness I wish you a safe journey to the other side of the mountain!

PEACE---john(the old man)

To my girl Jessica:

I am going to miss you so much. I know that you are up in heaven with God, and I know you are an angel watching over all of us. We were so close especially during AAU on the Virginians. Those were the times that I will never forget. You were just like me with all of your great energy. I am so greatful to have known such a special person who has touched my life in such a positive way. I will soon be able to see you again. Wait for me and I love you always!!!!

May you continue to shine in Heaven. God bless you.

I had the pleasure of meeting Jessica last week...she was a beautiful girl with a quick smile. My love and prayers go out to Shannon and the rest of Jessica's family.

Jessie will be missed greatly,with her very "bubbly" personality.My twin daughters,age 12 were VERY sad to hear of this tradegy.



Loving Thoughts

Sheri (Bobby's sister)

May you find peace within.

iam so very sorry for your loss god be with you my friend

We were so fortunate to have enjoyed Jessica's company and wonderful, bubbly personality when she was visiting her family in Tampa. Dan loved her so. Our heart goes out to her mother at this tragic loss of such a lovely, beautiful, and sweet girl.We will keep you in our prayers.