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Dec 18th, 2013
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Death Date: Dec 18, 2013
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Biography: A Memorial Service will be Friday, December 20, 2013 at 11:00am at Temple B'nai Israel.
Condolences(18)
Stormy N. Hood
#18
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Happy 28th Birthday, Avi. I love you?Always, Aunt Stormy
Stormy Hood
#17
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
As the second anniversary of your passing draws near, my heart aches. I miss you, Avi. I long to see you smile and hear your laugh. My mind wonders to years passed when you were here. I wonder if you really knew how much I loved you. My life will never be the same without you. Please surround me in your light and forever walk beside me.
Always--Aunt Stormy
Stormy Hood
#16
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I awoke this morning with a familiar pain in my heart. I remembered the excitment of the birth of a new life given to us 25 years ago. I saw the love that showed in your Mother's eyes. You will forever be a gift to us. Your memory, smile and laughter will never be forgotten. Please look down upon us and know how very blessed we feel to have been your family. I love Avi. I miss you every day. May you always walk close to me. Happy Birthday. Always and forever---Aunt Stormy
Stormy Hood
#15
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Today is nine months since I received the call from your Mom that you were gone. Time has helped to understand, somewhat. I awoke this morning, and as I do with the anniversary of each month of your passing, lit a candle beside your picture and prayed for peace on your new journey. I just wanted to remind you that I love you and ask that you forever remember that I carry your love and memory with me every day of my life. I know that one day I will see you smile again. Always--Aunt Stormy
Stormy Hood
#14
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
As I sit here in the silence of the night, my heart is saddened by knowing that I will never hold you again...at least not in this life. Life will be long without you. My days are filled with memories of our short time together, with the warmth of the laughs we shared and the memories of your struggles to simply understand life itself. I miss you, Avi, to a depth I could never truly explain. I pray that you have finally found peace. Please never doubt how much I loved you. And know that your memory will always be a part of me. I love you. --Aunt Stormy
Stormy N. Hood
#13
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
In a few days it will be six months since we lost you. I can't find the words to express how much you meant...and feel you never really knew. A scar has been placed upon my heart that I know will never heal. I look at the pictures of you as a happy little boy and then as a lost young man. I long so deeply to reach out and hold you. I pray you know how much you were loved and will forever be missed. I love you, Avi...and can only hope that you have finally found peace. Forever--Aunt Stormy
Stormy N. Hood
#12
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Thank you for the glimpse of understanding I felt you shared. It will never begin to soften the pain, but the insight will never be forgotten or taken for granted. I will always miss you, Avi, and the time God gave me with you. I glanced deeply into your eyes on the video your Mom shared and felt as if you were looking into my soul. I love you, my life would have never been the same without you. Please always remain close to my spirit and remind me of your presence in the small things of life. Thank you for the love you shared. ALWAYS...Aunt Stormy
Stormy N. Hood
#11
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Oh, how I miss you. I will hold you in my heart until I can hold you in heaven. I love you, Avi.
--Aunt Stormy
Stormy N. Hood
#10
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
It has been three months today since we lost you. I miss you more than words can explain. I keep trying to console myself by thinking that you have merely not picked up the phone to call...but know that you are gone. I feel your presence as I grieve. I love and miss you so much, Avi. I just wish I could hear your voice and laugh with you one last time. Our loss is without a doubt heaven's gain. Namaste', sweetheart.
--Aunt Stormy
Aimee Long
#9
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I am so sorry to hear about Avington. Our family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. It's a hard world today for our children and us.
Much love, Aimee
Stormy and Nana
#8
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Psalm 23
"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restorteth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodnes and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Sue Nell Hood
#7
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I know you at peace, Avi. Words can not begin to express my loss. I miss you so very deeply. My only comfort is knowing that soon, very soon, we will together. You will be there to meet me, and we will never be separated again. My heart is empty. You were my baby. My mother always told me that God picks the prettiest flowers. I know you are in God's hands. I was always so proud to be your Nana. Stay near me for the rest of my life, as you will always be a part of me. Know that we tried our best. I can't understand why God took you away so soon. I will always remember your last words to me, "I love you so much, Nana". I am so glad I got to see you one last time. You looked at peace, that your pain had been lifted, I feel that I felt the warmth of your spirit when I held your hand that last time. You looked as if you had fallen asleep...so peaceful.
Stormy Hood
#6
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
The rain has finally stopped, the darkness is lifted and the sun shines brightly upon the vast, open fields. I will forever miss you, Avi, and long to hear your laugh and see you smile, but I feel the peace of God surrounding you. Enveloping you in the love and contentment you have always longed for. I feel your presence upon my face as I hear the wind move gracefully through the trees and in the silence of the night sky. Rest, but above all, know that you were our gift. I will always love you...more.
Aunt Stormy
Sybil Griffin Shearin
#5
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
It is with great sorrow that I write this and it is felt with all of my family here in N.C. We haven't had a chance to get to know many but we have looked at pictures and watched people grow over the years. I am so sorry that I have to write these words. My sympathy is extended to all the family especially Nellie who loved so much all the children. No one can feel the pain or troubles of one like this but God knows and He alone can give rest to the weary. God has Avi now and he is at peace. He would not come back here if he could. That is how wonderful heaven is. It is a place we all long to see. One day we will have a great reunion. God Bless you all.
Carol Thomas
#4
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I am sending my love and my sorrow for the loss of dear Avi. I know it comes as a great loss and people will seldom understand the why's. Please know that Avi is now at peace and not plaqued by anything or anyone. My deepest sorrow is felt for all the family and friends.
Teddy Hood
#3
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I will always cherish our few years together. You were always there for me when others were not, and for that I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You were my light at the end of the tunnel, my sunshine on a rainy day, the smile to my face. Though you may have been my cousin by blood, in my heart you will always be my big brother. I will miss the laughs we shared together as little kids. I will miss the trouble that we always got into, the pranks you tricked me into when I was a little girl. Your memory will go on forever in my heart. I will make you proud, and I hope that you will always shine down upon me. Be there to guide my steps. Know that I will never forget you. I love you Avi.
Jon Gibbons
#2
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Avi...
Bro I hate that things have ended up how they did....I do know that I will see my brother again one day, but it still isnt real that you are gone...
My deepest condolences go out to your family and any other friends that were effected by this tragic loss... To your father: Robert, I am so sorry for your loss and I want you to know that I will be here for you all in any way shape or form possible!
To MawMaw: MawMaw.. I am so sorry that you are having to go through this and I want you to know that I am just a phone call and a hop, skip, and a jump away from you and I want you to know that if you need ANYTHING at all please do NOT hesitate in contacting me and I will drop whatever I am doing and be there right away. After losing my grandmother 5 years ago, I have always seen you as my Mawmaw just as Robert did. I love you all, and I want you to know that I am here for you 100%, and you know I am not far from you at all, so again if you need anything at all please please please call me.
To the rest of the family that I did not know have the pleasure of meeting, Robert was such a great guy with a heart of gold, and I am terribly sorry for you loss...I know he sure touched my heart in a very special way, and I am VERY Priviledged to have not only met him, but to have been a part of his life and to have grown to be so close with him. We will see you again someday buddy, and I know for a fact that you will be missed by so many people.
Your Brother,
Jon
Stormy Hood
#1
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Oh, my dear Avi. Why did you leave us so soon? You will never know the depth of the love you brought to our family. Your memory with echo through our lives forever. Your smile and love will be missed. I pray that God will hold you in his hands and finally bring you peace. Look down upon us. Know that I will carry your spirit within my heart until I see you again. I only wish I could have held you one last time and asked, "Hug me like you love me". Always and forever...Aunt Stormy