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Amber Jones Duran Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 18, 2012.

AMBER JONES AND JORGE DURAN
Our beautiful Angels, Amber Jones, 26, and Jorge Duran, 3, of Northwood Ohio, were taken from us on October 16, 2012. Amber was a loving and devoted mom to her son Jorge. She worked as a Dental Assistant at Aspen Dental in Bowling Green, Ohio. Amber is survived by her mom and best friend, Cynthia Betz; dad, Chuck Garcia; and step-dad Fred Betz. She also leaves behind to cherish her memory, her brother, Chuck Garcia; sister, Lindsey Mangold; and step sisters Tina, Char, and Katie Garcia, and Justine Betz; grandparents, Violet and Sonny Jones, and Betty and Joe Resendez, along with a host of many wonderful friends including her BFF Tiffany Paimli, many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by father Neibert Toler, and grandparents Pat and Sam Toler. Amber was beautiful inside and out. She was funny, very hard working, and adored her son. She was the best daughter and mom in the world.
Taking the trip to Heaven in his mother Amber's arms is Baby Jorge. He leaves to cherish his memory, his devoted and devastated "mom-mom" Cynthia Betz, papa, Fred Betz, papa, Chuck Garcia, grandparents, Jorge and Nina Duran and Jennifer and Carl Mackey; and great –grandparents, Violet and Sonny Jones and Betty and Joe Resendez; along with a host of many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and godmother "Fi-Fi". A Special Thanks to all the great teachers and all of Jorge's friends at the YMCA at St. Charles Child's Development Center, who made his short little life so very fun and happy. Jorge was a very smart, funny, and handsome little boy with a beautiful smile. He loved playing with his friends. He enjoyed playing cars, Thomas The Train, and riding in his beloved golf cart.
Family and Friends will be received on Saturday, October 20, 2012 from 5-8pm and Sunday, October 21, 2012, from 2-8pm in the Witzler-Shank Funeral Home 701 N. Main St. Walbridge (419-666-3121) where services will be held on Monday at 11am. Burial will follow in Lake Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made at any Huntington Bank in memory of Amber Jones or Jorge Duran III. The family would also like to say thank you to all of the businesses who have helped the family make these arrangements possible. Thoughts and prayers to the family of Amber or Jorge may be made at www.witzlershank.com.
Amber and Jorge, no words can express how much we love and miss you, or how deep the devastation of losing you is. We don't know where to begin or even how to carry on life without you. "Ambi, you are my SUNSHINE" I Love You Baby, Mom, "Jorgie, You'll ALWAYS be my BEST FRIEND" Love You So Much, Mom-Mom.

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November 12, 2013

Joann Hineer

Dear Amber and Jorge, Send whispers from Heaven along with your love on Sparrow wings for your mom/mom-mom. Forever LOVED Forever MISSED.

November 9, 2012

Proud Mom And Mom Mom

Ambi...you will ALWAYS be my Sunshine...I love and miss you SO MUCH. Love, Mom. Jorgie...you are a good boy and you will ALWAYS be my BEST FRIEND. Mom Mom misses you and loves you SO MUCH.I can't wait to see you both again...My heart is broken.

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October 22, 2012

A Friend

I used to watch a little girl at play. She went on to become an amazing young woman with a child of her own. All her face book photo's of her and Lil Jorge at play with smiles on their faces. Two Doves released Two angels in Heaven...God smiles job well done Amber...you are an awesome mom to Lil Jorge... Amber smiles back My Mom was an awesome mom to me.Jorge smiles an agrees he had the best mom and mom-mom there could ever be. You and Jorge are loved beyond measure and always will be. Dear Cindy, Fred and Chuck May all those wonderful memories help you through this time of sorrow. Forever in my heart..always in my prayers.

October 21, 2012

S M

Amber and jorge III, You will always live in our hearts and prayers. And may God hold your family tight to help them through there pain and sarrow God Bless..

October 21, 2012

Jamie Stahl

May Jorgie and his mommy rest peacefully in heaven together. I'm so sorry for your loss...

October 21, 2012

vicky harmon

Vi, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers . You all have my deepest sympathy . Vicky Harmon (Gruber)

October 21, 2012

Amie

My thoughts and prayers extend to the families.
May Amber hold unto little Jorge as they both shine down upon their loved ones.
Im so sorry and my heart is heavy for both mommy and son. Though I dont know you, your story has set something deep within me.
RIP

October 21, 2012

To Amber's family, Love each other. Keep the good memories, even when the anger and grief takes over. Remember their smiles. Nothing can bring them back to the flesh, but on a quiet day when this is all over sit and listen. There will be a little kids laughter in the background. Listen to the song playing on your way to work their will be a word. They are not gone from your mind and hearts, Keep them safely there and feel their love. I have been humming You Are The Apple Of My Eye for days now maybe there is a word in it for you. Remember to love and laugh and keep each other close, that is what those two beautiful now God's Angels would want you to do.
Sadden by this tragedy.

October 21, 2012

mae reyesc

My heart and prayers go out to al the family and friends,who have been saddened by this tragedy. There are no words ,that I can say that can take away your pain.I can only pray,that Our Lord watches over you and gives you strength,iknow that we all will meet our loved ones again,and they will always be with you.In your heart and the memories you hold.Gone but never ever forgotton.They are In Gods hands,safe, never to hurt again.God bless you all.

October 21, 2012

Shelly Lesniewski

God bless you all ...... Prayers to your family and friends Amber and baby Jorge....

October 20, 2012

Amber, may you and your precious bubby Rest in Heaven! God has two new beautiful angels with him! Be by your familys and friends sides as they need you now more than ever! I never would've imagined that meeting your son for the first time will be tomorrow :(. I will forever cherish the times that we were able to share together.
Xoxox love and miss you.

October 20, 2012

Marcia Ray

Fred and Cindy, as a mother and grandmother myself I cannot imagine what you both are going through. Words, although well intended, mean very little right now. What is yours in memory will never be forgotten. Let these beautiful memories sustain you in the days, weeks and years ahead. My prayers are with you both and know you are loved.

October 20, 2012

Kelly Adesi

To all of Amber and Jorge's family, please know you have my most heartfelt sympathies. It was a pleasure knowing Amber and Jorge. Though I didn't see them often, I will certainly miss them.

October 20, 2012

jennifer warfel

My son went to school with Jorge. It just breaks my heart that amber and Jorge are no longer with us. My son doesn't understand what has happened but I will always remember him coming home and saying "jorgie porgie." Your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

October 20, 2012

Dear Cindy So very sorry that your heart is in so much pain. When everything is quiet and you're alone with your thoughts,Two Beautiful Angels will be standing beside you..always. you're forever in this mom/grandmothers prayers.May God Comfort you in your time of sorrow.

October 20, 2012

Melissa Foos

I am so sorry for your loss. I'm a patient at the BG Aspen Dental and Amber was so nice to me. I still can't believe that when I go to Aspen Dental that she won't be there. I always enjoyed talking with Amber and she shared stories about Jorge. She was a wonderful person and they will be missed

October 20, 2012

Even though i only knew Amber for a short period of time. I was always impressed with her positive attitude for my dental apts. always smiling and put me at ease . she will be missed and never forgotten you became a great friend in a short time. rest in peace...

October 20, 2012

Sandra Luna

May you and your sweet baby boy rest in eternal peace...

October 19, 2012

ashley

Always be loved

October 19, 2012

Rachel Rivas

May Amber and her baby boy Jorge rest in heaven...prayers to the families

October 19, 2012

Rachel ,

R.I.P. baby jorge and amber<3

October 19, 2012

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October 19, 2012

BRENDA HOSLEY

DEATH IS NOTHING AT ALL. IT DOES NOT COUNT I HAVE ONLY SLIPPED AWAY INTO THE NEXT ROOM EVERYTHING REMAINS AS IT WAS THE OLD LIFE THAT WE LIVED SO FONDLY TOGETHER IS UNTOUCHED UNCHANGED WHATEVER WE WERE TO EACH OTHER THAT WE ARE STILL CALL ME BY THE OLD FAMILIAR NAME SPEAK OF ME IN THE EASY WAY WHICH YOU ALWAYS USED PUT NO SORROW IN YOUR TONE LAUGH AS WE ALWAYS LAUGHED AT THE LITTLE JOKES THAT WE ENJOYED TOGETHTER PLAY, SMILE, THINK OF ME.PRAY FOR ME LET MY NAME BE EVER THE HOUSEHOLD WORD THAT IT ALWAYS WAS THERE IS UNBROKEN CONTINUITY WHY SHOULED I BE OUT OF MY MIND BECAUSE I,AM OUT OF SIGHT ? IAM BUT WAITING FOR YOU FOR AN INTERVAL SOMEWHERE VERY NEAR JUST AROUND CORNER ALL IS WELL NOTHING IS HURT NOTHING IS LOST ONE BRIEF MOMENT AND ALL WILL BE AS IT WAS BEFORE HOW WE SHALL LAUGH AT THE TROUBLE OF PARTING WHEN WE MEET AGAIN

October 19, 2012

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October 19, 2012

Ashley Ulch

We've never met...but I wanted you to know I am so sorry.I am 11 yrs. old and my heart hurts for you and your family. All of you are in my prayers.

October 19, 2012

lindsey mangold

you were an amasing friend and also my sister.you were the main person i looked up i have charrished every moment to the fullest that i have spent with you and bubby(jorge).cant stand to bare part with you.will alwase keep you in my memmories.love alwase your sister/aunt lindsey

October 19, 2012

Autumn Smith

Amber & baby Jorge, theres not a day that goes by that I dont think about you both.
Even though its been awhile since we spoke, you still were always such a good person and a great friend. I do have cherished memories with you, and i will forever hold those close to my heart. i'll love you and baby jorge forever!
I'm so sorry to both families for the loss of these very sweet people. My heart is heavy because not only have i lost two great friends along with baby jorge, ive lost a very close friend basically a brother not even two months ago. Bad things happen to good people but heaven has three angels. love you all. <3

October 19, 2012

Kim Detlef

R.I.H. Amber and Jorge. Our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers Go To Amber and Jorge Family.

October 19, 2012

Joann Hiner

God has called home two of his most precious children. Gone too soon but always in the hearts of those who had the pleasure of knowing you and Baby Jorge. You both will be forever loved and forever missed. Always in our hearts. Many prayers for your family .

October 19, 2012

Keisha Bridges

Gods bless u and your family...Rest in heaven both of you...

October 19, 2012

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October 19, 2012

Amy

We've never met but I had to tell you how terribly sorry I am for your loss. I can't even begin to imagine the pain you're going through. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

October 19, 2012

Aunt Dee Varwig

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

October 19, 2012

Paulette ( Varwig ) & Richard Fisher

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

October 19, 2012

Bianca Estrada

Rest in peace amber and baby Jorge we will miss you :(

October 19, 2012

Estella Pocs

I love you and bubby so much , you will always be in my heart . R .I.P

October 19, 2012

Laura

So sad... Our prayers sent to your family

October 19, 2012

Ashley Gallagher

So sorry for the loss of a wonderful person, Amber, and a precious baby boy, Jorge. Sending many thoughts and prayers to the family & friends! May you RIP Amber with your handsome son in your arms <3

October 19, 2012

Doug Basinger

In Loving Memory of Amber & Bubby. Our hearts cry out for you. May You both be at peace in Gods loving arms.

October 19, 2012

Vivian Stuller

Love and prayers to the family. Rest in Peace Amber and Jorge.

October 19, 2012

Very Sad

There are no words that can take away the pain your family is enduring right now. We hope you find peace in your hearts knowing that they are together in heaven. It saddens us to know such a senseless selfish act was inflicted on two beautiful souls. Rest in Peace Amber and Bubby, you'll never be forgotten!

October 19, 2012

shaffer

So sorry to hear what happen to your family prayer on on the way to your family

October 19, 2012

christine zaborski

Cindy and family . I am so very sorry to hear about your loss .
My heart goes out to you Cindy , I will keep you and your family in my prayers through this sad time . being a mom myself i am lost for words .
I am so sorry !

October 19, 2012

Christian Henneman

RIP Amber and baby Jorge you will truly be missed. I know your in Heaven watching over us now. Your impact on my life has been amazing. You truly were a great friend and wonderful mother. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God give them the strength to keep on going because we know that's what you would want them to do.

October 19, 2012

Dena &Mike McPherson

Such a tragedy, taken way too soon. I did not kno either of u, but think of u very often now. Prayer to all involved. It has got to b just devastating, please try to find strength in the Lord, only he can comfort u @times like these. Rest in heaven both of u. God Bless

October 19, 2012

Jessica Ramirez

This is all still a shocker to me and my family. I am truly upset about what happened. Jorge you will make the cutest Angel up there. I love and miss all of you! Wish you were here!!!!

October 19, 2012

M. Engler

I have never met amber or her son but I have a 3yr old son too and my heart broke hearing about this awful nightmare my heart goes out to their family my prayers to them to get through the pain but they are togeather in heaven with the angels mother and son.

October 19, 2012

anne siravo

God bless you both and may you Rest in Heaven

October 19, 2012

Amber Branham (Depinet)

I dont really know what to say except you and that sweet baby boy are forever in our hearts... and we will cherish every memory we've had together. Now, you and your amazing son can rest in heaven together... what a beautiful place I imagine it to be. You were a wonderful mother, friend and woman... and you raised such a smart, handsome little man. We love you... and you guys will never be forgotten. Prayers for you two amazing souls and for everyone whose life you've touched <3

October 19, 2012

Sarah sayed

Always burning in our hearts! Love you both!

October 19, 2012

Sarah Sayed

We love you Amber and Baby Jorge, You'll be incredibly missed! My thoughts, prayers, and Greatest Sympathies to Cindy and the whole family.

October 19, 2012

Heather, Adam, Jason and Arya Carr

My thoughts and prayers go out to all the familys and friends of these 2 grest people.... You were such a great mom and a sweet person may you and lil man R.I.H.

October 19, 2012

graalman

October 19, 2012

Tony Cappelletty

May God's love pour over your family in the days months and years to follow

October 19, 2012

I didn't know you or your beautiful son. I know the pain your family is feeling is alot to handle right now .But they must know that they will see you both in heaven one day . REST IN PEACE AMBER AND LITTLE JORGE. Nancy Miller. Toledo , Ohio

October 19, 2012

Amanda Workman

Amber as i mourn the loss of not only my cousin but a great friend i mourn the loss of ur son and two very happy warm hearted ppl. I will miss u both more than words will ever say or express i love u n may u both rest n peace in gods arms forever! Amanda.

October 19, 2012

Melanie Depinet

I had the privilege of having Jorge in my class for almost a year & what a joy he was! You could clearly see the the deep love & bond between Amber & Jorge. I will never forget his cheeks, his big smile, his beautiful eyes & his sweet little voice. Please know Amber, Jorge, Cynthia & the rest of the family is in my thoughts & prayers.

October 19, 2012

Mrs Bailey

rest in heaven Amber and Jorge, I didn't know u but heard about ur tragedy and it just hurt my heart! May u both rest in peace.

October 19, 2012

FB User

So sorry for your loss...my prayers r with you and your family RIP

October 19, 2012

Sandra Luna

Dear Amber and Baby Boy Jorge,

Although I never had the pleasure of meeting either of you personally, I've come to know you both through all of the beautiful photos posted by you Amber on Facebook. Ever since learning of this horrific tragedy, my heart has been heavy with pure sadness and disbelief. I cannot fathom that your lives were taken far too soon. Amber, you were such a beautiful person and always seemed to have the biggest smile on your face, especially when posting about your sweet baby boy. Baby boy Jorge was such an adorable little fella and his happiness shined through his precious little face. May you both rest in eternal peace in the heavens above. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

October 18, 2012

Jamie Kozak

I am very truly sorry you and your boy had to go so soon but I am praying that God comforts your family and friends <3

October 18, 2012

Daniela Ayala

Amber Our thoughts are ever with you
Though you have passed away
And those who have loved you dearly
Are thinking of you today, and Two little hands are resting
A little heart is still
A little son with his mommy we loved is waiting
For us just over the hill. my thoughts and prayers are with you Cindy..!

October 18, 2012

Autumn Rose Smith

Amber you were an amazing friend, and baby jorge was the sweetest little man. Forever in my heart! Love you!

October 18, 2012

Tammy Bates

I am sorry for the loss of Amber and Bubby, They brought so much happiness to all the lives that they touched,They will be missed.Amber,a proud loving beautiful mother, Lil Bubby, a silly happy young man. My Thoughts and Prayers reach out every moment of the day. With all my love , thoughts and prayers and hoping you can find the strength to carry you through.....Sincerely, Fi Fi's Mom: Tammy Bates <3

October 18, 2012

How very very sad to be taken so early in life, RIp
Kris Jenkins

October 18, 2012

Dee Moreno

Rest in Heaven Amber and Jorge,I may not have known you for long, but you still made an impact in my life and heart... will miss you much.

October 18, 2012

april martin

I love you amber. We spent lots of time togerher when we was little. I never got to meet bubby but I know he was a great little boy. R.I.H

October 18, 2012

ashley thimmes

Amber we werent very close but from school and chatted on fb alot and ill never erase our convo from sunday! U were such a good mom and friend. Blessed to have known you. Hold ur baby boy close forever ! Prayers for your family and friends! Rest in peace sweetie. Gone way to young u would have gone far in life!

October 18, 2012

Jaxson Krueger

Jorge, you were my very best friend! I know we are only 3, but the time we shared together at school was some of the funniest times I'll ever have. Thanks for being my buddy, and I miss you already. Today was my first day back to school and I just played by myself because you weren't there. I'll miss playing cars with you, but I know you are playing with the angels now. I'll miss you buddy!

October 18, 2012

Cynthia Garcia

Rest In Peace Amber and Baby Jorge I love you

October 18, 2012

Nicole Jackson-smith

I still can not believe this has happened...you were a great person and most of all a great mother! May you and your cute little man rest in heaven.

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