thanks for keeping us informed!

that is so close to home for us.. yes, thank you for keeping us updated.

Too close to home, honestly.

You'd think stuff like this would never happen here.

This is really very sad on many levels. Although it is human nature, I hate to hear that police struggled to clear the onlookers and that said onlookers watched as the event unfolded.

that was my dad.....

wow soooo sad I am sorry for the families TRAGIC LOSS...To his daughter keep the good memories in the front of your mind and heart:)

Prayers in place for you and your family Crystal. So so sorry.

So, so sorry Crystal! Prayers and hugs to you and your family!!!!!!! :'(

Cystal, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Crystal, sweetie, we are so sorry for your huge loss. We pray that God will comfort & strengthen you and your family during this very difficult time. Hugs!

Wow. This is a shock. Talk about reality check--this was way too close to home. Crystal, I'm sorry for your loss. I know that doesn't mean much, and I know that I would never be able to put myself into your shoes, but I am so sorry. I can't even imagine how painful this must be. Don't forget, always remember the good times you had with him--that will make all your memories just a bit sweeter.

My prayers are with you and your family Crystal.

...and the concert went on as scheduled???

Kasi and Crystal my heart hurts for you and your brothers, I pray that someday GOD will take your pain and turn it into something positive. I know God will take your Dad into to his arms and ease the pain he was in, I also know how very much he loved you. GOD BLESS YOUR HEARTS be strong I am here for you. Love Dawn

Jim was more then just my friend he was like my brother and he was talking to my wife right before his end she tried so hard to stop him but he just didn't listen !!he was a good man we'll miss him very much sorry to see you go !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Crystal My heart goes out to you and your family Your father was a wonderful man. Try and be strong sweetie....

To the family, I pray God give you grace and strength during this difficult time.My son, Matt played ball in Aberdeen and lived with Liz and Larry. You have wonderful family around you who loves you very much. Draw strength from one another. God bless you all. Lisa Tate, Bonifay, Fl

Crystal...I am so so so so sorry, words can never express the saddness that we feel for you and your family right now! We will keep you and your family in our prayers, Jaycee is very upset for you, if you need a true friend please give her a call. We are again so sorry, just keep what good memories of him that you have fresh in your mind and smile when times get hard knowing he's looking down on you. Stay strong!

Crystal so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you. I'm praying for you and your family.

Kassie & Crystal, My heart goes out to you and your family! <3 The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hands of God ♥

Crystal, your dad was in the Army with me. I pray for comfort for your family. If you need me for anything, contact: ceweaver@aol.com

To the family - at his job he always smiled, said hi stopped to talk and got things done. I saw he worked hard and care for all of you with such love and care in his heart. The other day I saw him troubled and told me some bad news that was hurting him . He seemed happier to talk . I let him know he could work through this and there are people to help. As I came back today from a long weekend to hear this tragic tale. My heart and strength go to you in this time of loss. Be strong -Remember the good times with him. He seemed to be a good hard working man

Jim McCreary was a special, hard working man that just couldn't say "no" to people who needed his help or services. I will remember him fondly. My (and many) prayers and thoughts are with Crystal, Yvonne and their family. A memorial service to celebrate Jims life & memory will be held this Saturday @ 1pm in Aberdeen - Press Toward the Mark Church - 131 S. Route 40 / located near the Aberdeen train station

All of my comfort in your time of great loss to the McCreary family. Please keep foremost in your mind the love and happy times that you shared. God bless you all.
Sending you prayers and good hope for the future.

On another subject, who allowed the onlookers to keep watching? And who was so uncouth and insensitive to let the concert "go on as planned"?! I am appalled at the lack of respect this city shows to this family in their time of need. It's a tragedy for the family. This is about the family, their needs, and how we should have acted as a city and community. It is not an opportunity to play music for the public.

Maybe a course in tact and etiquette should be required for the city government.

There were not enough officers to clear off EVERY single person. There were about 7 officers on scene.

I understand but - I think that is what 'back up' is for. Are there only seven policemen in the town? I've seen more police down the street when kids were racing their cars @ 65mph is all. I had 27 cars zoom down my street in under 10 minutes the 4th of July where they thought an officer was down. A man with a gun in close proximity to a park full of people and playground full of children - wouldn't that warrant officers from Aberdeen, State Police, the Sheriff's Office, and in a pinch - the Transportation Police? He was so close to all those people and the children, in such a state. I thought more forethought would have happened by those monitoring the situation. I'm just thinking out loud here.

Keep in mind all this happened in just under 30 minutes. It was not the police department's call to continue with the festivities. Once the scene was cleaned up and finished, everything resumed as normal, as usual.

I still cant believe that hes gone, its been almost 5 months and everyday it gets harder and harder </3 Imiss him terribly

Crystal he is always with you. The holidays are hard. Take comfort in your other family members and friends who love you. He is watching down on you every minute. He is your special angel. Happy memories today.

Here we are. Sunday will be One year since this all happened. I can't believe he's gone. I miss him everyday. and it still breaks my heart,