Hebrews 13: 1-2 Notes to Waylon

Hebrews 13: 1-2

Keep on loving each other as brothers.

Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing

some people have entertained angels

without knowing it.

Waylon, The last band trip for 2008
California High School
California, Mo

(AS, High School Friend)

I love you so much, and the memories you made will be with all of us, forever, I can't help but thinking about all the things you've said and all the images of you that stick out in my mind, you'll always be here, in all of our hearts, because you are the kind of friend that stays with someone, no matter what, love you Waylon.

(TN, High School Friend)

Waylon, we are all missing you down here but we know you are in a better place now.  It's just hard to accept because we all enjoyed your presence in our lives so much.  You could make anyone smile, no matter what was going on.

(CM, Northwest Friend)

Waylon, what can be said that hasn't already?  You touched the lives of so many people.  We will all remember the crazy fun times we had with you.  You were a fierce competitor and you would do anything for a friend.  No one can ever replace you and I will always remember you Sway.  RIP, I love you man.

(BW, High School Friend)

Waylon I miss you....I looked up to you a lot throughout high school.  Everyone and their mothers was friends with you.  In track you were someone I always looked up to.....no matter what, you set the example, many.....times.  You never gave up, even if it meant Coach G, putting all of us in the 2 mile, 800 and 4x400 in one day, you pushed yourself all the way to the end, then puking, but you gave 110%.  "Endure the Race."  You may not have known it, but many of us looked up to you WayWay!  Thanks for being there for me, and being a Great Friend.  You impacted many lives and will never be forgotten.  Please look over us.  Everyone misses you....RIP....WayWay.

(E.D., NWMSU)

I wanted to share with you a special mark Waylon made at Northwest Missouri State University.  I was his psychology instructor in a class of 60.  He stood out.  He was a kind, funny, intelligent fellow who was a joy to know.

May you find moments of peace in this tragic time. 

God Bless

(Northwest Missouri State University)

(AA)

Your son was a blessing.  I am so thankful he was a part of my life.  He was a caring, sweet, and all around amazing person. 

Thank you for raising such an awesome person.

(MP)

Waylon was the most spirited individual on the Team!

Driven and passionate, He found ways to carry himself on the team, in a way truly his own.  With a smile and a "grunt",  Waylon Style,

(Coach, MP)

(MD)

Waylon was an amazing person.

I can still remember him in the 5th grade.  He brought a smile to every one's face.

(KH)

Your son touched a lot of lives.  Including mine.  He had an amazing heart and spirit that brightened the toughest moments.  He was the best teammate and friend anyone could ask for.  I am a better person for knowing him. 

(JD)

Waylon was a large part of the NW Team.  In the past 2 years he has brought our team together, making us an amazing family.  His ability to include everyone, and make everyone feel loved and welcomed, shaped our team.

(BP)

Waylon was an awesome friend.

He was so energetic about life, and was always willing to help others in need. 

(JH)

Waylon was the first person I met at NW.

Just knowing him for a few months really changed my life.

(EC)

Waylon's presence always lit up a room.

He was truly a great friend and teammate and shared his passion for life with everyone around him.

(TO)

I only knew Waylon for a few months, but that was more than long enough for him to leave a lasting impression.  His kindness and love for life attracted everyone.  We know he's home now, smiling over us. 

I can't wait to meet your son in Heaven!

(Mr and Mrs Coach K)

Waylon was like no other person I've met in my life.  God filled him with such a spirit, such enthusiasm for life!  On a gray day, Sway was always beaming.

How blessed we are for the moments we had with him!

(TN, NWMSU, FCA)

Waylon will be missed.

By both his teammates and the Northwest community.

John 16:33

(BH, High School Friend)

Way Way, the thoughts racing through my mind all day have been fun, bright, laughable, blessed memories spent with you.  You are one of those people who would go to any lengths to make someone smile.  No doubt that everyone in your life meant the world to you and you would do anything for them.  Outgoing, good-hearted, ha...ppy, positive, bright, considerate are all the words that come to mind when I think about my friend.  I had the honor of becoming closer to you this past winter break--MU games, "Party in the USA",  jam sessions, and the Famous "TOUR OF MARYVILLE:)",  Thank you again for taking timeout of you busy delivery schedule to make that for us girls!  I'm sure you wouldn't want everyone to be sad and depressed right now, but rather celebrating all the awesome memories you shared; and we will do just that, because I'm sure you're up there now

"nodding my head like YEAH........

moving my hips like YEAH.........:)"

(BJF)

You were a great guy Waylon and the only time I didn't see you smiling, was just after running around town  for 3 hours and you could barely stand,

(MC, NW Friend)

Thanks for bringing laughter and smiles to work and life in general, for sharing recipes with me, and being an amazing friend to my brother and I.

(JM, NW Friend)

Man, I remember when I first got to know you. It was coming back from Tulsa last year.......you was singing, "I'm on a boat" and even though I didn't think it was the best song, you was jammin hard to it.  And that's what I will always remember

you by......A guy that just liked to have fun........

(LF, High School Friend)

Waylon, I don't know where to begin.....You were such a good friend to everyone and you truly could put at smile on anyone's face. I'll never forget track and all of our karaoke on the buses, or our hilarious times in Mrs. W's class, "It was an amazing trip, I barely remember any of it.....Well, it's a good thing you......made a power point!!.....You were an inspiration and role model for so many people.  You'll never be forgotten....love ya buddy.......

(MMM, HS Friend)

It was such an honor to know you and be your friend.  You always made the room brighter when you walked in.

You were a fantastic person.

You will be missed.......

(JH, High School Friend)

Thanks for all the memories Waylon.  Some people say that you never really die as long as you are remembered by the people that loved you.

You sir, will definitely never be forgotten.  You had a good

19 years and it's been fun.

Rest in peace brother.

(MR, HS Friend)

I'm at a loss man....not only for words but in my heart...

even tho you were at NW, you were still one of my closest friends.  You were an amazing person.  Everything will be missed about you.  Even those days from good ole DQ, deep frying anything we could find or seeing how many flies we could catch with our hands......Just keep watchin over us man.....I'm gonna miss you.....

(IR, HS Friend)

Jeez man, where do I begin, I can't believe your gone.....

I miss everything about you.  Your laugh, your craziness, and of course, your voice, which has been described as the songbird of our generation......haha......I know you're up there watching down on us, and I can't wait to get up there and have that Bromance.....we were gonna have today.....I love you man and miss you like crazy.....rest in peace and serenade the good Lord with that voice of yours..........

(MS, NW Friend)

Waylon, you were one goofy guy and that was what made you Waylon.  I can still hear that laugh of yours.  I love you and will miss you man.  R.I.P.

(KL, HS Friend)

Waylon, aka, my "Brother", you were definitely the best algebra tutor, "Ever"!!  I'm so glad we got to spend so much time together over this winter break.  Love you so much

(CA, HS Friend)

All I can do is smile, tho knowing how m...any people you made happy and had fun with..  Football was a blast with you, there was always something to laugh about, including when you tripped over that piece of grass, when no one was around you, and you messed up your leg and had to set out!

R.I.P   (Gumby)  WAYLON!!

(KP, HS Friend)

Waylon-you were such an inspiration to all of us.  You reminded us all to laugh and joke and keep a happy heart.  You were a joy to be around and were a great friend.  I loved working with you and you were always there when we needed to vent!!  I will truly miss you.  Watch over everyone from above.  XOXO.

(DR, Northwest Friend)

I miss you Sway.  You were the best roommate/teammate/friend that anyone could ask for...

Been thinking about you a lot lately, well all the time.  It's crazy, you've nearly been gone for as long as I've known you, but you have made an impact on my life that will last for as long as I'm here.  It's never been the same without you......

From Friends of Waylon Michael Martensen