How sad that someone so young has gone so soon. How tragic for her family. God Bless them.

— Teri Ward
September 15, 2008 at 10:29 p.m.

I can't believe it! I just heard the news about Mr. Grace. I had the honor of knowing him. He was my P.E. coach back in 1985 thru 1987 at Roosevelt Jr. High, Glendale, CA. He was always involved with the students, helping us, guiding us, and even played ball with us. I didn't even know he was still involved at the school. The city has truly suffered a great loss.
My condolences to his family.....

— Andres Andrade
September 15, 2008 at 10:29 p.m.

I'll never forget Maria's laugh and her smile. I still remember reading her article in our school newspaper about fashion and how passionate she was. Every time I saw her she was smiling. I even remember seeing her at graduation with her family and how happy she was. I hope she knows we all love her and her influence will live forever. You and your family will be in my prayers.

— MHS student
September 15, 2008 at 10:29 p.m.

It was such sad news when we confirmed this morning that Roger was on that train Friday. We were hoping that the reason he did not answer his cell phone over the weekend was because he was out of town rather than the fact. Roger's smile and great personality will be missed not only by us but by all of those people lucky enough to have known him. Our deepest condolences goes out to his family and other friends because to Roger, we were all family. May he be in peace. With love a great respect.

— Hovik & Monica Oksouzian
September 15, 2008 at 10:28 p.m.

he was the bestttt that is all i have to say
RIP Mr. Grace you will always be in our hearts
i cant imagine how something can happen to a good man like that. i will never forget him he was the best always helping people out. wooow the only thing is that y him out of everyone else =/ this is one of the worst news i have heard in my life
we love u Mr. Grace RIP

— meri
September 15, 2008 at 10:28 p.m.

I am so deeply saddened by the tragedy. My prayers go out to the villalobos Family.

— Jerry J Pomona Ca
September 15, 2008 at 10:25 p.m.

I used to play football with Spree. She loved it as much as I did, and I knew she would be there every Sunday. It's been many years, but who can forget that smile? Her impression has lasted: kind, compassionate, quiet, confident, steady, sincere . . . and one hell of a quarterback, who came up with the craftiest plays. After reading the other entries, I'm proud of what she became, and not at all surprised. It makes me so sad for this to have happened to such a sweet soul. My deepest condolences to those who are grieving her loss. She was special.

— LS
September 15, 2008 at 10:25 p.m.

Mr. Grace
u were like the best counseler ever
u were loved and respected by everyone
i hope you had no regrets when u passed
and as i scrolled down to the little comment box
i read the names of my fellow classmates
from my time at roosevelt and i see proof
of how great a counseler and person
you were

R.I.P
may the lord be with you

— marian kourieh
September 15, 2008 at 10:24 p.m.

I am so devastated to hear of Kari's passing. It's unreal to me. I know Kari from her family's restaurant as I go there about three or so times a week. I always look forward to seeing her happy face. She and her family are so sweet and kind and I cannot imagine what they are going through right now. I can't properly describe Kari as there arn't enough nice things to say. She is truly a kind soul with a beautiful heart and to say I will miss her is an understatement. I pray for her whole family to find peace one day.

— Jennifer Price
September 15, 2008 at 10:23 p.m.

My Heart Goes out to Liz, Matt and Chris! Tho i didnt know Roger, I have heard great things about him. Rest In peace,!!!

— Forrest
September 15, 2008 at 10:19 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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