This still has not set in my mind right. I graduated Roosevelt Middle School few years back and Mr. Grace was the best councelor I ever had. He helped me with all my class schedule. He always had a smile on his face. I will miss him greatly. Rest in peace Mr. Grace. You will be missed greatly.

— Anonymous
September 16, 2008 at 2:12 p.m.

Dear Jan, My heart is overwhelmed! To you and your sons, Andrew and Brian, I wish I could hold and comfort you. Just know I am with you in my heart and am praying for you. Only God fully knows all you are going through, and please know that "Underneath are the Everlasting Arms." I wish I would have known Ron - from all the tributes written above, what a wonderful man he was. I care deeply.

— Connie Vetter
September 16, 2008 at 2:11 p.m.

everything that has been said about atul is true. he was a great person and full of so much potential. everyone who knew him was proud to be his friend knowing his accomplishments or even what we thought he would succeed with in the future. my heart and prayers go to aseem and all those who loved Atul.

— jenalee marsters
about Atul Vyas
September 16, 2008 at 2:07 p.m.

I work with Chuck's sister (Barbara) and only met Chuck a couple times but knew he was one of the good one's. My condolences go out to his family. May god bless you all in this time of grief. I'm sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.

— Ginger Friar
September 16, 2008 at 2 p.m.

I had the extreme pleasure of knowing Spree for about a year while I worked at North Hollywood as a field sergeant. Spree was a dedicated and hard working officer who was (almost) always very serious while at work. She did have a great sense of humor that she let eek out once in a while, and I enjoyed those moments when she made me laugh or cracked jokes with me. She always called me, "Ma'am" no matter how many times I told her not to that it became a running joke with us. She called me "Ma'am" and I called her "Ma'am" right back and then we would both smile.

— Sgt. Cathy Riggs, LAPD
September 16, 2008 at 1:57 p.m.

My condolences to Mr. Sanchez's family. We must remember, that he too was killed, and I believe that this tragic accident was just that... a horrible accident. His family not only has to deal with the loss of a loved one, but the loss of a loved one in such a horrendous way, and to add insult to the wound...they carry the burden of a nation consumed by placing blame. I have a friend who died on the train, and through the saddness and grief, I know Mr. Sanchez didn't mean for this to happen. He seemed to love his job and had a sence of pride for what he did... he too would have been devistated had he lived. He's paid his debt, let's not continue to lynch him...let him rest in peace.

— TMC
September 16, 2008 at 1:54 p.m.

OMG I NEVER EXPECTED THIS!!! HE WAS A GREAT MAN... HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HS FACE:)!!! I CANT BELIEVE HIS GONE NOW!!! YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND MISSED...R.I.P. MR. GRACE

— Shorty
September 16, 2008 at 1:50 p.m.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

May God bless Walt's family.

— Marv Shappi
September 16, 2008 at 1:47 p.m.

Both my wife and I had the privledge of knowing and working with Roger at
Anderson Printing. My wife worked with Roger in the Bindery, and says he was the best boss she ever worked for. I will never forget Roger's morning announcements that "For your Dining Pleasure, the Lunch Truck is Here" or Friday's Employee of the Week (made up on the spot!} He was always happy and
that made other people happy! We will miss you Rog! God bless your family!

— Mike & Shelly McClary
September 16, 2008 at 1:46 p.m.

It had been a long time since I have heard the name but I knew it rang a bell. Erny & I went to school together at Thousand Oaks High. He was a friend to me and many others.
Peace be with him. May god look after his family

— Richard Zive high school friend
September 16, 2008 at 1:44 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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