At first I didn't know he was dead until my parents started talking about him being in the crash. :(

He was a very kind person, playing with his grandson.
We Will ALWAYS remember him :)

— Kevin (Great Nephew)
about Yi Chao
September 16, 2008 at 6:09 p.m.

Roger was my "Train Buddy." Every morning at the Simi station we would talk for five minutes before the train arrived. If you ever needed a smile, Roger had one for you. On the morning of the crash someone brought their dog to the station and Roger bent down to say hi and give it a pet. I wish I could say more, but words fall short. He was the best of the best. On behalf of Roger I will keep track of Chelsea and root for them. I will miss you Roger -- very much.

— Steve Zeleny
September 16, 2008 at 6:06 p.m.

He was my counselor and at my last year at Roosevelt i was his TA. He was very nice and always smiled at everyone whether you were in trouble or not. He helped thousands of kids to be happy and my condolences for his family. Mr.Grace will always be remembered and Roosevelt will never be the same again.

— Michelle
September 16, 2008 at 6:04 p.m.

What a beautiful spirit and beautiful face. Your light shines on. I have to believe you are in a better place. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, family and friends, in this time of unspeakable anguish. May you find peace and strength.

— Susan
September 16, 2008 at 5:58 p.m.

Mr. Grace was a nice guy. I didn't know him too well, but he was a great counselor.

— Student of Roosevelt Middle School.
September 16, 2008 at 5:58 p.m.

just in case yu didnt know, im a former student of RMS & yu will be remembered as the only "nice counselor who didnt give me ATS." im sure yu will be missed by many people and thank yu so much for guiding the way towards my own career.

— Hyejin Kwon
September 16, 2008 at 5:56 p.m.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Grace family. God must have something better for them because Ron was a great man and awesome father. Jan, Andrew and Brian if you ever need anything please call.
"Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."
Psalm 13:25-26

— Cheryl Florio
September 16, 2008 at 5:53 p.m.

god bless u!!

— neis
September 16, 2008 at 5:51 p.m.

I'm so sorry your life was cut short. You were such a special person among so many other such special people that I have to believe you were meant for a better place. Thank you for all the gifts you brought to this world, and I pray for your family and friends in this time of incomprehensible suffering.

— Susan
September 16, 2008 at 5:51 p.m.

My heart and prayers go out to the Fuller family. I met Walt and Jenny when my son played baseball with Casey many years ago. I'll always remember Walt as a really neat guy who was great to be in the stands with as we cheered on our boys. My husband and I, every time we flew in or out of Burbank, would wave out the window and say "Hi, Walt", wondering if he was in the tower. We'll continue to wave. God Bless!

— Anita Szekeres
September 16, 2008 at 5:51 p.m.


Keep in mind
  • The Times initially mispelled the name of Michael Hammersley and Beverly Mosley.
  • The coroner's office reported a 26th victim the afternoon of Sept. 15, but a few hours later said the tally was 25.

Chatsworth Metrolink Crash is the Los Angeles Times' database of fatalities from the Sept. 12, 2008, train collision.
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135 injured

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