Shadrick Daniel Vickers

Hey baby.  It is your birthday and all I can think of is the day you were born.  You were the first baby that I had and I can remember knowing that I always wanted a baby and your were just what I wanted.  You looked just like I imagined my babies to look. You were the most beautiful baby in the world.  Your  Dad and I loved you so much.  Your Dad thanked me for giving him a son and I was the one that was so thankful to have you.  Thank you for making my life so interesting.  And that you did.  I can't believe that you would be 33 years old.  I know that you are in a place that we all strive to get to but today I wish that you were here with me and Dad.  We are going to send you some balloons right now in just a minute.  You look down and know that we love you and miss you bunches.  See you when I get there and I will get there.  Love you Momma

Shad.. My name is Gina. I met u only briefly when u visited your mom at the hospital.. I don't actually have a specific story but you and your mom ( and Sarah) impacted me because your mom had the absolute adoration towards you and Sarah that I feel towards my boys. Your mom was so open with her love for you and for some reason ..Alot of people in todays crazy world don't take the time to cherish their families.. As your mom did. She always showing pictures, crossstitching ,talking of savannah, always something related to you guys!! I know god is gracing you with his love and mercy..just as he does for those still grieving your loss here on Earth. Much love to you and your family.

Oh my today has  been 4 years since you went to be with Jesus.  This morning I got a call from your Dad in New Orleans and he had been beat up and Robbed last night.  He went out to some bars and that is what happened.  Shad I am so thankful that he is ok but at the same time I am so angry of the bad choice he made.  I know that he misses you and that drinking can make it better for a while but that is not the answer.  Please be with him today and let him know that you are near to him.  Be with me and   Sarah as we try to figure all this out.  I love you son and miss you so.  Happy Angel Day

I hadn't seen you in years when I ran into you at church while visiting Prestonsburg.  Since Sarah has been my best friend for a million years I remember you running in and out of the house, but we never hung out a lot.  However, that Sunday you had the most contageous smile and you gave me the most sincere hug.  It was that day I knew your life had forever been changed by the blood of Jesus Christ. 

what an incredible guy you were.......you truly touched our lives with so much fun....plenty of love and laughter.........you were so good to jordan and amelia when they lost their daddy and i will always be so greatful for that...... you always made us feel like we were at home........we are so blessed to have been a part of your life.  we love you and miss you.