Vicknair October 13, 1982 - January 18, 2009

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Shellae Rheannon Vicknair October 13, 1982 - January 18, 2009

Shellae Rheannon Vicknair was born October 13, 1982 in Cocoa Beach, Florida, and was called home to Heaven on January 18, 2009 at the age of 26. She attended Elementary and Junior High in Wichita Falls and graduated from Allen High School in Allen, Texas. Having a deep interest in bringing out the good in everyone and protecting the rights for those in need, she was working on a degree in Criminal Justice and had most recently received a 4.0 her last semester. The 5th child of 7, she learned quickly to stand tall, be confident and share all you have. These attributes are what made her a wonderful and caring mother, daughter and sister. She always said that her parents were her heroes and taught her so much that it would take several lifetimes to pay them back for all they did. She enjoyed camping, game nights, being with family and taking in any and all politics and court cases. She loved “Nancy Grace,” George Strait and arguing with her brothers. She was brave, loveable, and loved life to the fullest and enjoyed every second of every day. Her pride in how we conducted ourselves as a country led to her admiration for the U.S. and specifically it’s military. She would often say that without our military, America would not be America. A devoted Cowboy and Longhorn fan, she will be dearly missed. She is survived by her beloved daughter Kiersten Vicknair, her parents Phil and Vera Vicknair; brothers P.J., Jason, Sheldon and Shane of Allen, Texas; oldest brother Seane and his wife Amy Vicknair of Richardson, Texas; sister Shannon and husband Joseph Johnston of Wichita Falls, Texas; grandmothers Vera Cernetich of Virginia Beach, Virginia and Peggy Vicknair of Exmouth, England; nieces Madelaine and Lauren Johnston of Wichita Falls, and Bailee and Reese Vicknair of Richardson, Texas; nephews Dallas and Jaydan Vicknair of Allen and Jaxson Vicknair, of Van Alstyne, Texas; aunts Janet Cernetich, Teresa Vicknair and Tina Purdy; uncles Mikel and Victor Cernetich & Roy Isaksen, and special friend, Kyle Miller of Longview, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Philip Oliver Vicknair and Louis Martin Cernetich, both proud veterans of the U.S. Army.

A Vigil and Visitation with the Vicknair Family will be held Thursday, January 22nd 2009 from 6-9pm with prayer service at 7pm at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home in Allen, Texas. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Friday, January 23rd, 2009 at 2pm at St. Jude Catholic Church in Allen, Texas, with Rev. Timothy Church officiating. Interment will follow at Ridgeview Cemetery at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to College America, FBO: Kiersten Vicknair Porter, c/o Seane Vicknair, 2217 Eastwood, Richardson, Texas 75080.

“If tears could build a stairwell, and memories a lane, I’d walk right up to heaven, and bring you home again.”

Memorials

Shellae Belly, Girl, I have no idea where to start... I just found out that you had passed away back in 2009! Happy 29th Birthday....Its mine too ☺. We were pregnat at the same time....KK was born a week or two after my boy, wow time flies! I just wish we could have had another chance to talk and hang out. That last time we spoke face to face...I had told you to grow up, I have no idea what my problem was....looks like you did and I'm proud that you went back to school! Wow, criminal justice, that amazing, I really wished we could have mended whatever petty crap we said to each other....I can't even remember our stupid words towards each other. Thank you for being my friend in high school and throughout the years. We had alot of fun then. I told Rolando (Rolo) about you, he didnt even know either....he is stunned and saddend about the news. Whatever it was that drove that wedge between us, I hope its done and over. I wish I would not have been stubborn and just picked up the phone and called you. It just goes to show me to appreciate my friends now and not regret what could have been... I will miss you. YOLANDA MIRANDA, OCTOBER 27, 2011 Happy 29th Birthday, Sweet Shellae! You are in our thoughts and prayers always, and we sure miss your smiling face! Love you! AUNT JANET & UNCLE ROY ISAKSEN, OCTOBER 13, 2011 Shellae, A year later, I still can't believe you are gone. I can tell you that the joy you are feeling in heaven is surely equal to the pain we feel down on earth with you gone from our lives. In my daily talks w/God, I ask him to say hi to you from us. Hope he doesn't mind. :) We miss you so much.....words just aren't descriptive enough. KK is doing well, has your smile, smarts...... and sassiness! Love and missing you, Seane (Big Bro) SEANE "BIG BRO" VICKNAIR, JANUARY 18, 2010 Dearest Vicknair Family, Our hearts were struck with sadness and our eyes were full of tears to hear about your loss. Please know that even though we are miles away in NJ our hearts, love and prayers reaches you daily. We believe and know that God has all things in His power. Therefore, Shellae, the angel she was down here was needed more in heaven. Keep your faith and love for one another strong. We love and miss you much!! The Linens' George Sr, Lennita, George Jr & Mary. GEORGE & LENNITA LINEN, MARCH 26, 2009 Vicknair Family, You are in our prayers and thoughts. Shellae a very beautiful, sweet, do anything for anyone kind a woman. She will be missed more than she will ever know. We know that she is in a perfect and peaceful place now and we will all see her again one day. Shellae I was having a bad day at work and you totally turned it around that day when I hadnt seen you in 7 years and we were both walking down the the isle at my store and we looked up at eachother and you said "Dawn" and I said "Shellae" and we gave eachother a BIG hug and said we will have to get togather soon. I thank the good lord for that day. That is just the way I will remember you always and forever "A lady who would light up any room you were in" Love always, Scott, Dawn and Joseph Williamson SCOTT, DAWN AND JOSEPH WILLIAMSON, FEBRUARY 13, 2009 For our lovely daugher, Shellae Rheannon: "She rings like a bell throu the night And wouldnt you love to love her? She rules her life like a bird in flight And who will be her lover? All your life you've never seen a woman, Taken by the wind. Would you stay if she promised you heaven? Will you ever win, will you ever win? Rhiannon, Rhiannon,Rhiannon. Taken by, taken by the sky" Fleetwood Mac POPS VICKNAIR, FEBRUARY 11, 2009 Dearest Vera and family. I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know you treasured each of your children and have a wonderful family. May your faith and family be a constant source of peace and comfort. Sending love and prayers from PA. LAURA FAYE HOOD, FEBRUARY 3, 2009 Shellae, You are so missed and so loved and will ALWAYS be remembered! I am so sad for us because we won't get to see you, talk to you and laugh with you, but I am not sad for you because you are in an awesome place where everything is perfect. Thank you for loving my girls so much and taking extra care when they came to visit! You were a great Aunt and Bailee and Reese loved "Aunt Shellae" so much!! They look up at heaven and see the stars and tell me that "Aunt Shellae lives up there now." It is definitely a comfort to me to know that this is not the end and we will all laugh together again! I will not change Britney Spears songs when they come on the radio anymore...I will listen and sing along and laugh and know that you are laughing to! Much love and peace to you! AMY VICKNAIR, FEBRUARY 2, 2009 Dear Aunt Shellae I miss you very much.I love you whole bunchiess!I read one of the books you got me for chrismas!love Lauren LAUREN RENEE JOHNSTON, JANUARY 28, 2009 LIFE SOMETIMES BRINGS A STRANGER IN TO YOUR LIFE THAT LEAVES A LASTING MARK. ALTHOUGHT MY FAMILY DID NOT KNOW HER, HER FAMILY WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR PRAYS. MY FAMILY CROSSED PATHS WITH HER ON THAT FATAL NIGHT. ALTHOUGH WE DID NOT KNOW HER SHE WILL ALWAYS BE A PART OF OUR LIVES. WE PRAY THAT THIS FAMILY CAN HEAL FROM THE PAIN OF SUCH A BEAUTIFUL PERSON THAT GOD CALLED HOME. ALTHOUGH WE MAY NOT UNDERSTAND WHY, WE MUST TRUST THAT GOD HAS A PLAN PLEASE KNOW THAT MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. TAMATHA MARIE BONNER, JANUARY 27, 2009 Our hearts are truely broken, as we opened the paper and read Shellae's name there. The flood of memories of her as a child came rushing back. Sadly we did not get to know her as an adult. We know without a doubt that she was an amazing person. She will be greatly missed, but will live on in her precious daughter. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. ROBERTA, RALAURA, ROB HENDERSON, JANUARY 26, 2009 Vera: I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God give you the strength that you need to overcome this tragedy you are going through, at this time. Always remember the wonderful and beautiful memories that you shared with your precious daughter and live through them with pride and joy. She was a Wonderful Young Woman. May God Always be with you, Vera. With deepest sympathy, Aide AIDE S VILLARREAL, JANUARY 26, 2009 My sweet Shellae, we will miss you so much! From the time you were born in Cocoa Beach, I've had so much fun and have so many memories of you and your family. I'm so glad that you all went to Va. Beach last Summer and spent time with Nanny(she will treasure those memories). It was great that you got together with Uncle Mikel and his family at the beach - it sounds like you all had a great time! I enjoyed our last conversation on December 18th, when we talked about the fun times past and to come. We will get Kiersten out here to Seattle and take her to all the the places that you, Lacey and Ashley went that Spring of 1997; it was wonderful to have you here, and I know you wanted to bring Kiersten. You will always be with us, and Kiersten will be loved by all her family and carry on your spirit. AUNT JANET & UNCLE ROY ISAKSEN, JANUARY 26, 2009 Your family will be in my prayers. My sincerest sympathy and regards. ROBBIN CHERYL ROBERTS, JANUARY 23, 2009 My prayers and deepest sympathy are extended to the whole Vicknair Family. God Bless you and give you peace during this difficult time in your lives. LYNETTE LACKEY-MCMORRIS, JANUARY 23, 2009 To all the Vicknair Family, Our hearts and prayers go out to each of you during this heartbreaking time. Cherish your memories as they will help ease the pain as each day goes by. Love, Doug, Glenda, Brian, Wade, Amy, Georgia, Maggie, and Lilli Green DOUG & GLENDA GREEN, JANUARY 23, 2009 Phil,Vera,and Family We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. All of us here in Wichita Falls know of your family's incredible love each other. May God's healing and peace give you all strength during this hard time. Thinking and praying for you. Jo Ann Parker JO ANN PARKER, JANUARY 23, 2009 Dear Vicknair's: I am saddened by the loss of Shellae for your family and the world around us. She had a wonderful spirit and a contagious smile. She brought joy to all of those around her. I wish there was some words that would be bring you peace and comfort but there are none. The Lord will protect her and all of you and hopefully you will feel his presence. This is not good-bye but until we meet again. From my family to yours, our prayers and thoughts are with you. MOLLIE MACCHEYNE, JANUARY 23, 2009 Phil and family, It is difficult to find the right words to comfort you at this time of your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. Your whole family is being lifted up in my daily prayers as you cope with this heartbreaking tragedy. May God Bless you all. CAROL BEARDEN, JANUARY 22, 2009 We were so very saddened to hear of Shellae's passing. We remember her for her beautiful smile,the love she showed for her little brothers, and the love for her precious daughter. Please know the Vicknair family is in our thoughts and prayers. BEVERLY AND KELLY AT ALLEN HIGH SCHOOL, JANUARY 22, 2009 Shellae, Last Mother's Day (2008), while we were waiting for the family to drive back from The Falls and Ft. Worth, you and I drove around the MetroPlex and had one of the best times we ever shared. We lauged, talked, and cried. At one point, you asked about "direction in life" and "how do you know what path to follow". I remember telling you that God has a plan and knows your path. Fitz, I just didn't know him bringing you home was it. You need to know that I meant every word when I told you how much of a loving mother, caring aunt and beautiful sister you are. You did such a wonderful job of documenting your life with Kiersten that she will know she was deeply cared for by you. Every picture of you and her shows you standing behind her, your arms wrapped around her from behind and your smiling face side by side with hers - almost as if saying "Be safe, Kiersten, I will protect you". I know you will be able to do so now every minute of every day. My heart is void without you here and I miss you so much. I know that the circle will be unbroken - and we will all laugh again. God Bless You Shellae. Your Big Brother, Seane SEANE (BIG BRO') VICKNAIR, JANUARY 22, 2009 Dear Phil and Vera, We am truely sorry for your great loss. Our prayers and love go out for you all. Larry and Toni Hein Wichita Falls, Texas LARRY JOHN HEIN, JANUARY 22, 2009 Vera, my heart is broken. I feel your pain as if it were my own and if I could take it away, I would. We have so many memories of our girls' antics, both good and bad, and I will cherish those forever and think of them with a smile. We always called them partners in crime and that makes me wonder--were we known as that when we worked together? If so, I'm honored. I will always be here for you. LUCY BAZAN, JANUARY 22, 2009 To the Vicknair Family, I knew Shellae trough my two sons. She and I would sit and talk for hours. The one thing she would always say was how much she loved her family and Kiersten. My heart hurts for your family. I pray God will give you all strength and peace until you are reunited. Brenda Williams BRENDA WILLIAMS, JANUARY 22, 2009 To the Vicknair family - I know your family through your son Seane. I had the opportunity to work with him at EDS. The one thing that stood out the most from the very beginning, was his love for family and the strong foundation it created. My heart mourns for your loss but also rejoices for Shellae's homegoing where I know she will be watching over you all. I know the road ahead is steep but I also know that you all are a praying family with a strong faith and God will be with you every step of the way. I will pray continuously for your strength, perserverance and courage throughout this journey. TRENA JOHNSON, JANUARY 22, 2009 Phil, Vera, and family: Our thoughts are with you now and we send you our deepest sympathy. We pray that you and your family will find peace knowing Shellae is with our Lord. We know you will miss her deeply, but we also know that you recognize the blessings of the beautiful years you share. May God bless you and your family. MARY AND ROGER RANGEL, JANUARY 22, 2009 Shellae was one of a kind. I loved her so much even though we didn't know each other that long. She did make everyone laugh. She was a giver. I will miss her so very much. She always brought a smile to everyone's face. She was loved by all the Mimi's crew. Andy, remember her in all the good times you had. She is loved and will be loved always. We will all miss you so very much. JENNIFER M MEYER, JANUARY 22, 2009 Vera, Phil & family - Don and I were so shocked when we read Shellae's obituary in the paper. There are no words to tell you how so very very sorry we are for your loss. We know that our loss is God's gain and that heaven is a lot brighter with her beautiful smile. My heart aches for her precious daughter, but I know you all will keep her mommy alive in her heart every day. I wish we could attend the funeral tomorrow and give each of you our love personally, but that is not possible since we just found out about it today. Just know that we are there with you in spirit and our prayers are with you. I just wish I could say something to you all that would make this loss bearable but I know that is God's job and not mine. Keep your eyes on Him and he will lead you every step of the way. We love you all. Don & Debbie DEBBIE & DON HAWKINS, JANUARY 22, 2009 To the Vicknair Family: I am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. I have known Shellae for a few years and in that time Shellae had taught me to not hold back in life. Strive for what you want out of life. Which is how Shellae lived her life. She also was not afraid to speak her mind, no matter what. Shellae was a wonderful person whether at work or anywhere else. My prayers and thoughts go out to Kiersten and to your whole family. Let us take comfort in understanding that she was called upon by God to take her place by his side. Deepest condolences. ANDREW ARANDA, JANUARY 22, 2009 I am so sorry for your loss. My heart hurts for you. Having recently lost my Mother, I know how special family is. I offer you my prayer for stregnth and healing for the whole family. With deepest sympathy, Cynthia Rice CYNTHIA RICE, JANUARY 22, 2009 Shellae we love you and will miss you incredibly.Vicknair family you are in my prayers. Adam Brewer ADAM BREWER, JANUARY 22, 2009 Phil, Vera, and family...I am so sorry for your loss. Understand and remember that God makes no mistakes. Trust and have faith in Him throught this difficult times. Shelley left a lot of silly moments and goofy memories for us to cherish for a lifetime!!! I love you guys deeply. "The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you." ASHLEY MALLARD (BROWN), JANUARY 22, 2009 Phil, Vera and All, My thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with each of you during this most difficult time. I pray that each of you will find the peace, strength and understanding on the loss of Shellae. Each of you have a very strong religious faith and God will give you the guidance and love as always. May God be with each of you. Love, Wally Erck WALLY ERCK, JANUARY 22, 2009 I'm Kyle's aunt and wanted to send my sympathies. I wish I had known her. God bless you all. NORMA MILLER, JANUARY 22, 2009 Mrs. J and family... I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers always. MISTI R (RUSHING) BROCK, JANUARY 22, 2009 Shellae was a beautiful young woman inside and out. David and I have fond memories of times spent with her. The times may have been too few, but the memories are precious. JACKIE AND DAVID WILLIAMS, JANUARY 22, 2009 Phil,Vera and family....I am so praying for all of you at this very hard time in yor life. My heart hurts so much for all of you and little Kierston. It seems like yesterday when I was babysitting Kierston. Time passes so quickly and remember time takes care of things. You are so blessed to have six other children to enjoy the rest of your lives. Shellae was so beautiful and so nice to me when I kept Kierston. I was always seeing Shellae either at Mckinney Tavern or with Sheldon. It was always fun to see them and she was always smiling and full of life. All my love and prayers!! CHERYL OBRIEN, JANUARY 22, 2009 Phil, Vera and family, Every since Seane called me yesterday my thoughts have been with you very minute of the day. I keep thinking about all the great times we had with Shellae and watching her grow up to be a beautiful and sweet girl, and I loved her like she was one of my own. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you all so much. Toni and Orlando TONI & ORLANDO THELEN - REYES, JANUARY 22, 2009 A piece of my heart will hurt forever as my only sister is gone. A gentle peace will guide me through life though, knowing she is looking down upon us all. She was always my "roommate" at home and we shared many precious moments. I'd give anything to drink a Red Bull and sing loudly to a George Strait song with her right now. I also wish I could go shopping just one more time with her for matching outfits for our girls. A sister's bond is an unforgettable one, and I will cherish the 26 years full of laughs, tears, and joys we shared together. I love you, lil' sis, and remember, I forgave you for reading my diary! Love you Always, Shannon SHANNON RENEE JOHNSTON, JANUARY 21, 2009 Vera & Phil, It goes without saying we are deeply sadend by the lose of Shellae. We are glad we finally met her and our conversation in Virginia Beach. Your sorrow is our sorrow. That is what friends are for. MICHAEL & JOAN TERRELL, JANUARY 21, 2009 My daughter Jody was in Kierstens Girl Scout Troop last year. I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that you will be able to find peace and that Kiersten knows how much her mom loved her. JACKIE THOMPSON, JANUARY 21, 2009 I worked with Shellae for a year at kroger and then at souper salad for another year. I will never forget her wonderful personality; she was never afraid to be herself and to live life to the fullest; she was also laid-back and so easy to be around. some people live long lives without really living life but I can easily say that in her 26 years Shellae truly lived her life to the fullest that she could have. I don't know why certain things happen but I do believe that she is in a beautiful place now and only wishes that we could all see that she is okay; Vera, I remember you very well also, I'm not sure if you remember me, but I want you to know that one day everything will be okay and I pray that God will give you the strength to continue living life just as Shellae would have wanted you to, until it is time for you both to be reunited JANE H. NGUYEN, JANUARY 21, 2009 To all the family: You are in our thoughts and prayers. Remember all the good, and be thankful for those memories. May God bless you all. David & Wendy Bell DAVID L. BELL, JANUARY 21, 2009 The wonderful love I saw between a Father and Daughter at our team outing. My prayer for Phillip and Family is for Our Lord to restore the many broken hearts and give them peace. PATRIA DAVIS, JANUARY 21, 2009 Phil, Vera, Shannon, and others, I am so sorry for the loss of Shellae. You guys came into my life 12 years ago and I am so grateful and honored to know each of you. You guys are in my daily thoughts and prayers. No words can say anything to make you feel better. I love you guys like my extended family. TIFFANY M MACKLIN, JANUARY 21, 2009 Phil and Vera, I'm so sorry for your loss. Shellae was a beautiful girl and full of energy. She was a wonderful mother to Kiersten and she will be dearly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Denise, Corey, Scarlett, River, Sailor, and Summer Jones DENISE JONES, JANUARY 21, 2009

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