Letter from Mike, The Man who found Jeremy
We felt this message from Mike to be of such great comfort that we wanted to share it with everyone.
Thank you very much Mike.
Jeremy’s Family
Dear Griess Family;
I am Mike Holler, the man who found the body of your beloved Jeremy. My heart not only goes out to you, but honestly breaks with yours. Your Jeremy was a beautiful man and oh, how I wish I could have known him in life! The pictures and the stories you have posted tell me of a man who was loved and talented and full of life. His passing is tragic and the world is the worse for it.
I spoke with Tony a little while ago and (with his blessing) gave an interview to Lindsay Watts of Channel 13 (who was very sensitive). If you get a chance to see it (10 PM Mountain Time), the camera will show the view from where Jeremy died. For what little comfort it may provide, it is breath-takingly beautiful, and if any of you would ever like to see it in person, please let me know. He carefully chose a place that was as magnificent and as wild as his spirit. He said goodbye to this earth looking at Pike’s Peak, and ascended into a heaven more splendid still.
My wife Cathy and I lost our oldest daughter 4 years ago at the age of 28. I tell you this only so that you will know that we are familiar with your overwhelming grief and sadness. No one can say the right thing or take the pain away. What sustained us were the prayers of the saints, the knowledge that God was near, and the hugs of everyone who came to us. May God be near you now and reveal His love in ways you never knew before.
I often said that the only time I did not feel like I was falling was when someone who was standing held me tightly in their arms. I wish I could do that for you right now, but there will be many through your door. I encourage you to throw your arms around them and let them hold you and hug you long and hard. Cry as hard as you feel and let your tears run on their shirts. They want to do this for you, and you will find some comfort there.
We have wept sweet tears over your beloved son and brother. Tears, because his passing is so painful to you all. Sweet, because he was so beautiful and his life such a blessing. For now, all you will feel is the sadness of your loss, and the life cut short. In time I can safely promise you that the happy memories will become larger and more lovely, and the sorrow and sense of separation will lessen.
Until then, may God hold you near and provide you His peace that passes all of our understanding. Please feel free to call or write any time, and if there is any way that I may be of service, please ask.
Mike Holler
Help Find Jeremy Griess 
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Khrisi Thiele 9:08 pm on May 22, 2010 Permalink |
What a lovely letter, Mike. You are indeed a beautiful man of God and I believe it was God who put you in the position to find Jeremy. You are familiar with the feelings his family and friends are dealing with at this time and you have an amazing way of comforting through your words. Thank you for being Gods hands and feet and comfort for the family in this very difficult moment. You are a blessing indeed.
Hannah 7:18 pm on May 18, 2010 Permalink |
To Mike, What a blessing, during this tragic time, for the family to have you in their lives. To have you as the one to have found their son/brother/friend. I am sorry for the discovery that you made however, and not even knowing the family, I am so thankful to God that you were chosen. What an amazing, touching, incredible, deeply emotional letter you have given to them. To us all. Knowing that Jeremy found the beauty he was looking for provides an inexplicable comfort. I did not know Jeremy in life but I do know that his friends and family cared deeply and I hope and pray that this brings them closure as you are right; there are no words. I am so sorry for the loss you and your wife endured. From the bottom of my heart thank you so very much for the kindness in your heart. The world will suffer for Jeremy’s loss but the kindness you give is sure to be felt far and wide. Thank you.
Crista 11:09 pm on May 19, 2010 Permalink |
You couldn’t have said it better…………….
Darbie 6:20 pm on May 18, 2010 Permalink |
When life held troubled times, and had me down on my knees.
There’s always been someone there to come along and comfort me.
A kind word from a stranger, to lend a helping hand.
A phone call from a friend, just to say I understand.
And ain’t it kind of funny that at the dark end of the road.
Someone lights the way with just a single ray of hope.
Oh I believe there are angels among us.
Sent down to us from somewhere up above.
They come to you and me in our darkest hours.
To show us how to live, to teach us how to give.
To guide us with the light of love.
Alabama- Angels Among Us
After I read your letter to the Griess family I thought of this song…Thank you, Mr. Holler for helping bring Jeremy home.
Lori 4:20 pm on May 18, 2010 Permalink |
Mr. Holler, there is a role that you have taken on in this sad event that no other could possibly have dealt with in the way you have, and are. It feels like there was a reason that Jeremy stopped on your property, for all those reasons you mentioned but also because of your heart and healing that you can offer to the family and friends of Jeremy. Thank you so much for your words and actions.
Kristie 3:49 pm on May 18, 2010 Permalink |
Your letter to the Griess family is likely the most thoughtful communication they have received since Jeremy went missing. How wonderful that you communicated your thoughts and feelings with a family you don’t even know. May GOD bless you along with all of Jeremy’s friends and family.