My Beautiful Daughter,

It has been a year now since you've been taken from me and I miss you so much.

I feel selfish for wishing you were still with me because I know you are in a better place and you're happy, pain free with no MS and you deserve to have that.

Sometimes I feel your presence with me and it feels so good and warm.

I wish I could hold you in my arms just once more to let you know just how much I love you.

All My Love, Mama

Saying Goodbye

Go now, my child, the time has come.
All tasks today are done. 
There are others waiting there for you,
And songs yet to be sung.
Go quietly, go softly,
Leave all pain and fear behind.
Today has left a part of you
In our hearts, our souls, and minds.
I'll remember you, my dear one,
As I lay down to sleep.
I'll remember that you made me smile,
Although, it makes me weep.
As you go to face your future,
As you go to touch the sky
Know that God makes all things possible,
Angels never die.
Go now my child, the time has come.
All worldly tasks are done.
There are others waiting there for you,
And songs to be sung.

By: Brenda Penepent

Tasha,

I'm missing you so much. Sometimes it doesn't seem real that you are no longer with me. People say time heals; the pain in my heart will never heal.

Saturdays are especially difficult for me; I feel like I should be getting dressed to make that Lake Charles run to see you.

Sometimes it's like I feel you are with me; like the other day when I went to the Dr. I saw this beautiful Hummingbird picture. I had never noticed that picture before even though I had been there many times. It was like you were there saying "Mama, look at that Hummingbird picture how pretty".

Tasha, you never did realize just how beautiful you were inside and out or how much of an inspriation you were to others. 

You will forever remain in my heart.

I Love You
Mama

Tasha did arrive OKay. She stopped by in a dream when she was on her way. So beautiful so tall, and a smile that said it all. She said she was feeling great, was happy and so glad to see me. I told her she looked so good and when did she get so tall. We hugged and said good-by. There was a man in  the background who at first I dont recognize. Then I see his picture, and know it was her paw-paw Emile. Shes happy,healthy and beautiful with her pretty pretty eyes.Shes Tasha. That sweet porcelain doll. Shes at peace, and she loves all of y'all.

Ms. Lorraine & Mr, Darnell,  I dont know if you both remember, but you guys and Tasha were the first to ever babysit my daughter, Angelle LeighAnn Puccio.  Tasha came to pick her up at 5:30 am, so I could be with my  mother for surgery. She spent a 12 hour shift with you'll that day.  I knew she was in good hands.  Tasha and I grad. both high school &  beautyschool together. We both worked for Ms. Lynn @ Lynns Hair Fashions for several years as well. We then became neighbors for several years in Lakewood Sub. I myself have Lupus going on 14 years now. Its gets  worst with age, so if I am blessed to be chosen for the Lords bouquet before any of you all, I will be sure to tell her how much she was loved, missed, and forever remember. I will keep you and your family forever in my prayers.
 Sincerely, 
Rochelle Puccio, Prairieville

So truly sorry to hear about Tasha! She was one of the most beautiful women I have ever met - both inside and out! Her passing may bring great tears to us here on earth, but I'm sure there are shouts of joy when she finally arrived in heaven, as she was one of God's angels here on earth.  May God bless her family and friends during their time of grief and give you all the strength to deal with the difficult times to come without her.

Dear Dale & Judy~  So very sorry that Buddy & I were not able to extend a personal condolence before we left for Utah.  You were all in our thoughts & prayers.  You were the best caregivers - always tending to her wants and needs.  What a blessing you were to her!  May God give you strength and peace!

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family from mom (Mrs. Betty Bourque) and I. (Tasha was in my mom's 1st grade class).  

May God bless you and bring you all peace.

Ms. Lorraine and Maxine....I wish I knew what to say.....I was so shocked....I remember going to school with Tasha, and I remember her getting married.....I was very saddened by the news but at the same time comforted to know she is no longer in pain..that she is out of that bed, out of that chair, and running FREE...NO MORE PAIN...and to know that she is with her grandparents and that they are preparing Heaven for all of us to join them one day is such a wonderful comfort for me...know that Tasha was a joyful person and she never let anything stop her...I love you both....Tina Ridle Lambert

R.I.P.  Tasha! I haven't seen you In Years but I am so saddened by the news!

My heart was truly sadden as I heard of Tasha's journey HOME .BUT as  I think of her FIGHT her PAIN that her BEAUTIFUL soul had to endure my heart smile knowing she flies high with the angels and she RUNS and is going and going just as we all knew her to be 23/24 years ago. Your fight was long lived and your FAITH so strong I pray that your presence can be felt by all those who will miss you always May you Rest in Peace you sweet sweet soul ! My continued prayers to your family and I will never forget our last conversation and your genuine soul and your strength ! So many people you have touched simply by your FAITH and FIGHT .!! God bless you all ..

Dane, our prayers are with you at this time of loss. Remember the good times you shared, the love  and the laughter. She will live in your heart and memories forever.  Love, Uncle Ray and Aunt Brenda. (Cannon/Sterling)

To Tasha's family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joyce Kennedy

My thoughts and prayers go out to Tasha's family. Tasha will be sadly missed by everyone from the Class of 1986.

Dale and Judy,
We were saddened to hear of Tasha's passing.  Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Thoughts and prayers to the family. Great memories of a wonderful person.

Tasha had so many special people in her life that will remember her with a smile on their face.  I am saddened by the news of her passing but know that it is God's will that she be with him and at peace and painfree.  May God bless those who cared for her and loved her until the end.  RIP Tasha.

To my sweet friend, Tasha.
I thank God for brining you in my life and being a part of our family for so many years.  I will always cherish our long talks and the fun times that we had together.  I can still see your beautiful smile and hear your laugh.  I can still hear you say “Godzilla” and crack up laughing.  You were such a beautiful person and an inspiration.  You never let anything get you down.  You fought a long battle and never doubted your faith.  You will always have a special place in my heart and I will never forget you.  I know that you are dancing with the angels and smiling now. I will think of you every time I see a hummingbird.  May you rest in peace.

Love always,
Pookie

My condolences to Tasha's family.  May God comfort you at this time.  I was so sorry to hear about Tasha.

Such great memories fo Tasha as we grew up together in Sorrento..... She was always the cool neighbor !  I know Mrs. Bernice was waiting for you with open arms.  I will see you again in HEAVEN Tasha !

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

A beautiful flower has been
picked from earth's garden.
To be put in heaven and
never forgotten.

To all of Tasha's family,
We wish to offer our deepest sympathy for your loss. May all of your memories of her, give you comfort at this time.

To My Loving Daughter,

Though you have only been taken from me a few days ago, I'm missing you already.  My Heart hurts so much, and I feel selfish for wanting to keep you with me. I know you are in a better place and are pain free, happy and no longer have that horrible MS.  I bet you even got to hold a Hummingbird.

Tasha, you were so strong as you struggled with your MS.  You never complained or asked "Why Me"? You always had Faith and kept it with you.

I would have traded places with you in a Heartbeat.

It was so hard to leave you when I went to visit.  I would cry once I got in the car to go home.  As MS took more of your life away, it made it even harder to leave you.

You were always such a loving and giving person, you will be missed by everyone's heart that you touched.

You deserve the Peace and Joy that you now have.

I love you, and you will remain in my heart forever.

Love, Mama

Tasha will always be an inspiration to me, as a coworker, friend and someone who provided me courage when I received my diagnosis of MS in 1997. We all know that she has fought her battle against this disease for many years, one day at a time. I am so saddened that she has lost her fight, but I know that she will be watching out for all of us now.  We are blessed to have known such a special lady.  God Bless You.

I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the Lord's love.

  Offering our deepest sympathy to all Tashas family. We all will miss seeing
her precious smile and beautiful personality.She was our little Humming Bird. 
                                                   Judy Richard and Staff

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

So sorry for your loss. Offering our condolences in the difficult time for the family and friends Love you! Donnie and Carol Morin Junot

I will always love and cherish the times we spent talking and laughing, watching Dane and Coby playing, so care free.  Your capacity to love was huge and so visible with that smile from your heart that filled the room. Your precious family will miss your smile, but can be so proud of your courageous spirit and Faith in God's Graces. I Will always treasure the times we shared. I Love You, still!

Your free from your sick body. Now you are in heaven and free from pain. May you now have the peace, you so deserved. One more angel in heaven.

OBITUARY

Tasha Reneé Lee Shackelford

September 10, 1968 – December 29, 2012

Ourso Funeral Home

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