We will miss you, Bill!!
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Anonymous
We will miss you, Bill!! -Keisha
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Anonymous
We will miss you Vernon...you were the greatest and you will not be forgotten.
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Michelle Brown
You will be missed! You made my four years of highschool a lot more memorable, Pioneer will never be the same with out you.
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Michelle Hayden
While I may not know you personally, and was not blessed enough to work in the same building, the loss is greatly felt. I can tell by the wonderful memories everyone shares how much you were loved, respected, and will be missed. Lives you have touched will never be the same now that you are gone. Those who will never get the chance to know you will never realize just what they've missed. Your memory will always live through the halls of your school!
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Anonymous
It takes a special kind of teacher to be friends with the students as well as be an effective teacher. It takes someone with a great personality. It takes someone who cares. Someone who cares about the whole school, who never says no to voulteering time. That kind of teacher is few and far between. Mr. Vernon, Pioneer will NEVER be the same without you. You will never know how many lives you've touched or how much you will be missed.
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Ashley Kennell
I will miss your sense of humor and smile!!!
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Anonymous
Bill touched so many student's lives. The stories they tell are priceless. This one of a kind guy will be sadly missed at Pioneer.
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Judy Graham
Mr. Vernon.. I would have never passed accounting without you. You will be missed so much. Thanks for making high school great. Pioneer will not be as quick witted as is was when you were there. The hallways will never be the same without you. We will meet again someday. You are the most loved teacher around. You will be greatly missed
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Carrie Roth class of 2003
We had so much fun together in Mock Trial together. I loved seeing you in that Hong Kong Green suit, and laughed when you changed your clothes in the middle of the street in Indianapolis. You always could make us laugh! We miss you and love you. You were a great guy who was full of life and taken from us much too soon!
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Gabe Tribbett
I remember when we all got together at Bender's to play football and you brought Brownie, who nearly squashed me...that wasn't as much fun, but it was so cool to have a teacher to chill with us and interact with us like you did. Your love and compassion for your students far surpassed that of many who spend their lives in education. Your passion and zest for life were contagious, and I am thankful to have had the opportunity to know you and be in your presence!
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Gabe Tribbett
I remember being in your business class-which you always made a blast- and you made us all pick the stupidest nicknames for ourselves. So some of us did and some didn't, but then you added a new rule. You said those who did not want to participate in this silly game you would not let them have the priviledge to talk for the rest of the semester. It was hilarious! I will never forget those great times and your awesome classes! And I KNOW that no one will EVER forget you!!
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Krista Shepard
I just wanted to say that i looked up to Bill like a big brother. He put a Smile on my face at allt imes no matter what mood i was in he was always there. I will surely miss him alot and my family is feeling the samr way i am right now but he will be with us in spirit not physically. We all will miss him so much. Since i met him in the 7th grade i thought he was mean but then once i got to know him i thought he was a funny and a great guy and he always made me laugh whenever i needed a laugh.
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misty spencer &family
You will most definetly be missed!!
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Lindsay Holcomb
I could go on and on about Vernon...there are so many memories. There's no way i could ever forget them or you. Tailgating won't be the same with out you "Coach!" This next season is in honor of you. I'm glad your mom is having the after dinner tailgating with us. I know you would much rather like that then the church stuff!! Stay "lookin good" and take care big guy.
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Brittany Nethercutt
One of my greatest memories of you: First one, seeing you duct taped to the wall. I can't think of any other teacher, that would have been so willing to hang on the wall during half time of a basketball game. You are so amazing. The great memories of you continue. And if there was a not so great memory, you had an "I'm sorry" letter already typed up to hand out to people. Which is HILARIOUS!!!! You definetly put a smile on my face everytime I saw you. We all love you soo much.
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Nikki Delon
Vernon Where do I even begin?U def. made my HS yrs some of the most fun yrs of my life.I couldn't have pulled off an A in acctg if I would've had a diff. teacher!& I also probably would've gotten kicked out of schoool w/all of the tardies I should've had U were the best!I will always think of u when I smell Love Spell from VS!We all are going to miss u so much, and we all love u!And I know, I know you're NOT yelling at me;)PS. Bump,Set,Spike...well,u know the rest!cya again someday big guy.
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Heather Russell
One more thing Vernon, I know my last note was probably annoying to you because abbreviations and weird spellings drove you nuts!! But it was hard to fit everything I wanted to say in one note without abbreviating.
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Heather Russell
Thank you, Mr. Vernon, for all you have taught me. You made learning so much fun! Your valuable lessons will stay with me forever. You demonstrated to me the type of teacher you were when you gave up both your prep and lunch periods to help me with my chemistry presentation. Not many teachers would do that. I miss all our talks during 2nd period. My hair just hasn't been the same without you playing with it all the time. Miss and love you,
Lace
P.S.-"Vote for Pedro!"
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Lacey Berkshire
We will miss you so much Bill!!! You were a great teacher! I had so much fun in your class.
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Rochelle Rehm
You were the greatest and you'll never be forgotten! I'll miss you!
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Erin Noel
Thanks for memories of river sacks, IBB, code-thermos, war no movin, and crack rabbits during programming. Most of all thanks for being a good friend to the girl i love. We'll all miss you
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Troy Harter
I am going to miss you. I will work real hard
and get some hits for you this season.
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"Great 8"
Mr.Vernon was the greatest there was never a bad day in his class. He was a typical guy he had his moments when he wasn't in such a good mood but who doesn't! He always cheered people up when they needed it. It is so hard to except the fact that i will never see him standing in the hallway before 3rd period. But then i realized he is in a better place now. THERE IS MORE!!----
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MMB
ok continuing from last on.....Iknow Vernon is helpong people right now and i no that he has made some friends! They always say don't be afraid of death be afraid of the unlived life u don't have to live forever u just have to live well he did he never took one single breath for granted...he might have left the earth and all the people in it but there is 1 place he will alway be and that is in our hearts..*forever*
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MMB (Marly)
Without You Mr. Vernon I would have never passed accounting. You were my favorite teacher. I am gonna miss you so much. Pionner will not be as quick-witted without you. The hallways will never be the same. You our in our hearts forever. We will see each other someday.. Promise. We Love you!
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Carrie Roth class of 2003
Bill- you were a great guy who always made me laugh. your smile was contagious, and it shows by the way your friends and family are missing you right now. i will never forget all the times that we played baseball and basketball together. the world lost a great man on April 4, 2005.
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Anonymous
Vernon....you taught me so much and I never actually had you as a teacher. You always made me feel good about myself. I'll never forget all of our great memories. The nights we set aside while I was at Ancilla to counsel each other through our problems were the best. No one will ever be able to replace you. Thanks for always looking out for me. You'll be missed, but never forgotten. Oh ya...Peaceout (I just had to say it since you loved it so much)!
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Sky
Rock on, Buicks!!
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Keisha Magee
Vernon..I can't begin to tell you how much of an impact you had on my life. You always sensed when something was wrong and never hesitated to help no matter what that entailed. Thank you for always being there. I couldn't have asked for a better friend. I will cherish the memories and keep you in my heart forever!
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Joanie
I don't think anybody understands how much he/she will be missed until he/she is really gone. I know losing Mr. Vernon at Pioneer has been huge. It affected everyone plus more in the community. But just think he is in so much of a better place than here. He will be greatly missed.
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Jessica Pokorney
I don't think anybody understands how much he/she will be missed until he/she is really gone. I know losing Mr. Vernon at Pioneer has been huge. It affected everyone plus more in the community. But just think he is in so much of a better place than here. He will be greatly missed.
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Jessica Pokorney
In all of the years that I have been in this school, I would have to say that you were the greatest teacher I had. You weren't just a teacher you were a friend. You will be missed by all of us here at Pioneer, the school day will NEVER be the same without your crazy stories and your comical oppinion on EVERYTHING. Our days will be very boring. Thanks for everything you taught me.
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Stephanie Appleton
BILL OMG THEREIS SO MUCH TO SAY ABOUT HIM THAT I JUST DONT KNOW WHERE TO START. I KNOW THAT THERE HAVE BEEN MANY LIVES TOUCHED BY BILL. I KNOW THAT I MAY NOT HAVE THE BEST BUT I SO HAVE ONE, I WAS THE ONE THAT EVERYONE MADE FUN OF AND VERNON WOULD TELL THEM TO SHUT UP WHEN HE HERD THEM( he would make fun of you but he wouldn't really ket people talk to you the way he would ) THAT IS WHAT I LIKED MOST ABOUT BILL
BILL AND HIS FAMILY WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART R*I*P
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Anonymous
I only had Mr. Vernon for a teacher for 3 months, but in that 3 months, I felt like I had known him for years. He knew exactly what to say
to make someone smile and feel better even when they were down. Even if he isn't her physically, his memory will live on in our hearts forever. Pioneer will never be the same without him. I love you Mr. Vernon!!!!! Thanks for all of the wonderful memories!!!!!
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Mandy Kreighbaum
You are one of a kind--unique--special to us all and always in our hearts. You made our world a better place and we will miss you.
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Beth Dean
Mr. Vernon I will never forget all of the smart comments you would make in class or in the hall about a lot of people. I took your advice for 2 of 3 things you told me not to do in college. I am still taking computer classes, thats the one thing I did that you told me not to do. I will always remember all the chats we had on MSN after I graduated. You will be missed "Big Guy"
Mr. Vernon's family and friends are in my prayers.
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Shawn Russell
mr. vernon i will miss you forever. god bless!!!
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Anonymous
we will all miss Mr. vernon.Pioneer will never be the same without him.
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Drew Hollering
I don't really know how to start this out, but I wonder if you really knew how much you touched peoples lives, or how many? I loved how you were always real with us. You taught us far beyond the requirments, and that is what makes a great teacher! I loved every class that I had with you, I always looked forward to them. "86" and I love you very much, more than Frank.
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Megan
Vernon, you always kept things fun and I'll never forget you. You've touched so many peoples' lives, including mine. You will be greatly missed. The rest of this year won't be fun without you. You would of loved all the people wearing green on thursday. We love you and your family is in our prayers. Someday we will meet again.
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Tabitha Sayler
You were the funniest man i knew and knew exactly how and when to crack a joke or wisecrack, and you were never afraid to speak your mind and in my mind that makes you a very good person. You were also the greatest teacher i ever knew and probably will be forever, and i hope to see you again one day.
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Cody Breedlove
What can you say about the one person who doesn't have enough adjectives in the dictionary to even start describing them. Mr. V., you're one loved fellar. On Monday, April 4th, 2005, at 11:20 in the morning, a part of everybody left this earth and went to another place. You will be missed, and remembered. Watch out for us. We need you. Thanks for being the teacher, friend, and supporter that I needed. You were there when I really needed you to be-and that is the best feeling in the world.
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AH
I didn't know Mr. Vernon personally, but I had his dad as a teacher and it sounds like he took after him. He will be missed by so many.
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Anonymous
my son Kenny had Mr. Vernon as a teacher and says what an AWSOME person/teacher he was. He was always ther for the kids when they needed them and treated them all equal. He will missed by so many. I had his dad as a teacher and it sounds like he took after him. My prayers go out to the family. May God be with you all. He will be greatly missed at Pioneer. God Bless
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Denise Fickle & Family
to laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn appreciation of honest critics; to appreciate beauty, to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.....This was Bill Vernon.
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Steve Berkshire
Vernon's life was cut short; however if everyone could touch as many lives as he did, the world would truly be a better place. If every teacher made school as fun as he did, while still maintaining the respect of students, the schools would be a better place. The world lost a great man on 4/4, but the world is a better place because of him.
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Ashley Raderstorf
We will all miss you, Vernon. Thanks for everything! You will always have a place in our hearts. We love you, Bill!
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Callie Carmichael
Mr. Vernon We all Loved you and will miss you very much.You will always be remember for you grstb sense of humor, your friendliness and good teaching. And I will not ever forget the time I first met you!! We will miss you very much.
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Jaimie McCowan
Mr.Vernon you were the greatest teacher ever. You were the funniest and most thoughtful too. You will always be in our heart or by our sides. We miss and love you. We are truly sad of your departure. Seeya later Mr.V.
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Brit Lee Thompson
Billy!! Where do I Start!? We have had some crazy times, you and me! But the thing that meant the most to me was that you were always there for me when times were not so good and i never got to tell you how amazing you really were. Things will never be the same without you at the ball park or the times you stop by the house to eat and go. I will definately miss that. My heart goes out to you and your family. Take care Vernon! I miss you!
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Autumn Pee Pee
We will all miss you very much!!! Thank you gor always being there for all of us when we needed it. You always seemed to jump up and take a volunteer spot when they needed one.
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Anonymous
hey you will always be remembered as the best teacher at phs we will miss you you will remain in our hearts here. we will miss all your jokes and funny stories. the most thing i will miss is your personality and your a great person to talk to. we will all see you soon. i bet you are dancing around in heaven. well have fun bud. see you soon i love you
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Jess
Mr. Vernon I cant explain how much of an impact you had on my life. if i ever needed anything you were always the first one i would ask. we all know that you are in heaven with your loved ones telling jokes to god and still putting smiles on everyone's face. i know you did when you were here. you will be greatly missed, but not forgotten. We love you and miss you. looking forward to seeing you again.
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Brock Scott
We will all miss you Bill. Everyone will miss you. You ARE one of the greatest people ive ever met and got to know in my life. You were a conulor and more importantly a father to us all.
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John Green
Hey sweets. I just want to thank you so much for everything. I really feel like I never did. Play practice and msn would have been nothing without you. I'm so glad that I got to be so close to you so fast.
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Barbara
You are one of my best friends and I could always talk to you about anything. You always made me so happy and I feel like a part of me died with you, but I know that when I see you again it'll all be worth it. Oh, and you don't bring me flowers anymore. I love you and miss you more than you'll ever know. Goodnight.
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Barbara
Vernon! Man what can say yu wee the bomb! You made me laugh more thananyone i know! All of out good times in the sweatshirt and all the pictures we had! And all the times weould talk on the net with Krista LOL god times good times!
Love you man!!!!!
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HW
BV, You are one of a kind. You had this special connection with all of your students. You are awesome. I could talk to you about anything and everything. The halls will never be the same without you, Vernon. I could always hear screaming in the halls no matter where I was, I will miss that alot. Well V, we will definetly miss you and I will never forget you. The rest of this year and my senior year will be very difficult without you. Thanks for all of the great memories. I love you!!!
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Brittany
It's hard to believe that you aren't with us anymore. You made so the best memories. We had some crazy times. I know God's will is perfect and I am trusting you are in a better place. I miss you already, and we all do. You have forever changed my life. Thank you. Until we meet again....
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Anonymous
We all love you Mr.Vernon and you definatly will be missed. I hope your in a better place. You gave life to Pioneer.
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Cody Winner
hey vernon.u were truly a great person & i'm privilaged to have gotten to know u in the way that i did.u have touched so many lives, including mine & i wish u were still here but hey what can u do.the halls aren't the same without u & i will always miss having a friend outside his door, saying hi to me everytime i pass.on 4/4/05 a man was lost,one of the best people i have ever met, & will be loved & missed forever.
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katie gillum
Thanks for all the great memories you gave us all. How could we ever forget Shesus or IBB? You've led to us to believe that school doesn't have to be dull. We should all take your passing as a warning that we should live life while we've got it. Here's hoping that we will meet again. We love you, miss you, but will never forget you.
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DJ Lane
Nothing could ever stop you or even make you fall you were ready to take on the world ready to do it all. But God decided he needed you so from this world you left but you took a small piece of all of us are hearts are what you kept
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Anonymous
Vernon tailgating will never be the same without you. this year we will do it in honor of you "HOO RAH"
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david ross
vernon you will be greatly missed and never forgotten.i'm so glad i got the chance to have you in class.it won't be the same without you.
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Brooke Weaver
This has hit all of us in a very scare and heart stopping way. I know now that my time and life here may be limited. I plan and aim to make the most of what I can while I am here. Mr. Vernon has made such and impact on mine along with many others lives. He is love by many and will be greatly missed. Thanks for everything that you taught me while you were here. He not only taught me what I needed to know in the classroom but what I need to know and use in real life, and I am thankful for that.
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Brittany Cottrell
It's amazing how hard it can hit you losing a teacher; however, in actuality attending school at Pioneer is more like having a second family and Bill has always been everyone's super-cool big brother that you grow up thinking "yeah, that's who I wanna be like"
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Anonymous
To the man who made me appreciate everything from Frank Sinatra and The Jackson Five to Aqua Teens and the Simpsons, Pioneer will never be the same without you and neither will we.
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Anonymous
Well Billy...I definately already miss you. Thank you for everything you taught me inside and outside the classroom. Any frown I ever had was turned upside down with your kind words. You have been one of the kindest people I will ever know. Thank you for allowing me the privelige to know you as well as I did. I love you "bud". Rest in peace.
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Cayla
ye know not the day nor the hour we will certainly miss u mr vernon thank you for everything and keepo on truckin
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sally
We all love you. Gone but not forgotten.
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Suzzann Baughman (Scooz)
Vernon...we miss you a lot and we love you just as much. I took more of your advice and decided to be friends with Autumn Pee Pee..haha. Her and I are both sad that you couldn't be here to see it happen. But, in a way I know you can see us. We will see you someday. Thanks for helping me see the way it should be. Take care!
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*Callie Carmichael*
I miss you so much Billy V. I've been so lost this past week, it's unreal. I hope you're watching out for me as well as everyone else you love so much. I love you! And I can't wait to see you again someday...
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Anonymous
Unforgetable. To the guy that always made me smile, laugh, and see the good in bad I thank you. Honestly, I hope God was prepared, it takes a lot to handle you-- but I'm sure you'll do aiiight! Watch out for us, Vernon. You're our favorite home-dawg, and we miss you so much. What are we going to do during class now? -->
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Angie
Homework? Are you kidding! Where did you stash your Simpson DVD's.Can we borrow your o-so-fast computer? What about all those bobble-heads,can we have races to see who can get all of the heads to go in the fastest amount of time?What about your tooth brush? Can we turn it on just for the memories of you standing there teaching the class? Oh,and my favorite.Which computer would you like us to use for "Computer Bowling"?
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Anonymous
What are we going to do without you Vernon?You're a big brother to the whole student body. Pioneer will never be the same, and gangrene Thursday will go on for years to come. I'll always remember you vernon...ALWAYS. Oh, by the way.....Did you see his butt today? I think it keeps getting hotter and hotter!:) Thanks for being the comfort when I needed support, and the push when I needed a shove. You're awesome. Sophomore Class of 2007---> It's for you Vernon. It's all for you!
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Ang
I miss you so much! You helped through my highschool years and Pioneer will never be the same. I feel for the kids that will never be able to be taught or come in contact with you. I love you!
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Abbey J. Sterrett
Vernon, i miss you so much. You were awesome, as everyone says. You helped me through guy troubles, well if u count telling me to break their heart help, and you always made me laugh even if i didnt want to. You still owe me a cheesecake. Ill always be thinking about you...I love you vernon...god bless.
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Abbey J. Sterrett
hey mr vernon whats goin on nothin much here. school went by fast and it wasnt the same with out you. Summer has been in for a month now and baseball has been going on. dang those cardinals always first place ha ha ..cubs will catch them (eventually) turns out derek lee is better than albert pujols (this year) i'm goin to concord next year. i wish i was goin back to phs. i'll always remember you for as long as i live and try to be as nice as you and as carrying.
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Kreigh A. Hook
Happy Birthday Vernon!
I miss you like crazy...there's no one to make fun of me all the time now! (Ok, im sure people do, but its not the same!) Can't wait till we meet again... xoxo
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Anonymous
Billy: Not a day goes by that I don't miss you and wonder how you are doing. I know I will see you soon. Take care of Dad till I get there. Lots of love.
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Mom
So I just heard about this. This is awesome Billy. You would absolutely love it (because it's all about you!) You were an amazing guy and the kids at Pioneer were so lucky to have you. They have no idea how much they meant to you even though you loved bitching about it at times. I miss you so much and can't wait to see you again. Not every one was as lucky as me to be your twin.... that I keep with me and cherish every day. I love you Billy!
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Kaye
Bill you will always be loved no matter what we all miss you so much and we will always miss you. Even know I never really got to know you, I know you are the best.
Love always,
Family
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Seth Bussa/family
From playin volleyball at the Ben Long Center at nights to you teaching me accounting, you were a great person. You were one of the best teachers they had at pioneer. Wherever I saw you whether it was in the classroom or at wal-mart you were always laughing and having a good time. We will all miss you and you will never be forgotten...
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Steph Rogers class of 2005
Billy,
I can't begin to tell you how much the kids and I miss you. There's been an addition to the family, yes, I'm a grandpa now. The little one finally made it to high school and I know you'd be proud of how he turned out. Playing the big 3...football, basketball, and baseball. Looks like he'll be playing baseball at the next level. Would've been nice to have gone with you to see him play. Keep watching out for them buddy. Love you always man.
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Rick and kids
Billy: Can't believe it will soon be 5 years. Hope you, Dad and Stan are getting along. I miss you guys and wish you a very Merry Christmas. Come see me soon.
Love Mom
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Anonymous
Hey Buddy, it'll soon be 10 years since you left us. A lot different now than it was back then. Having three grandkids is amazing. Just wanted to let you know that you're still missed as much as ever. Till the day I see you again!
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Anonymous
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