My prayers are still being said for the Hefter family and Stephanie. May God continue to comfort all of you during this holiday season without your son, brother and boyfriend. I did not know Jacob personally, (but my daughter knew him & Stephanie) but the tears won't stop whenever I think about this tragedy and the loss his family and girlfriend are left to deal with. My heart goes out to all of you that did know him for I know your tears must be a million more than mine. I just wanted all of you to know that none of you have been forgotten in prayers and that Jacob will not be forgotten ever by many. (Even by those who did not personally know him like myself) I look forward to the day that I can see your reunion with him in the heavens!
Sincerely,
Dawna Lee (A PHS parent)

Let's not forget Jared and Jordan they need all the support and love we can give them. I know it can't be easy on them right now. I can't imagine the pain they are feeling let's make sure they feel it is okay to go on with there life and plans they had for the future. I think that Jacob would have wanted it that way. It does not mean they are not going to be sad but let's honor him and make him proud. Jared and Jordan need you more then ever.

I just learned of this awful news today. I had met Mike back in the 1980s through our common hobby of collecting models.

He was always generous, fair and friendly.
I think what really gets to me is how innocent he was. A rare quality in this age and one that can be attributed to his family.

My prayers and thoughts go out to his family at this time .. Mike was a great guy!

-EW

Spree,

It has been two months, to the day, that your young and cherished life and our dreams, tragically ended. The day I stood by that train and waited to learn our fate was, by far, the absolute worst day of my life. That was the day I lost my spouse, partner, friend, confidant, support system, hero, hope and my whole world. Your loss has changed my life forever. I can not explain the amount of hurt and pain this has caused me and the ones who loved you. I can't imagine happiness without you and simply try to find a reason to wake everyday and breathe.

I feel like so much has been taken from me since the day I lost you, but no one can ever take the memories of the wonderful life that we shared together.

You were everything to me. You allowed me to grow in my own time and made me the person that I am today. You saw potential, when so many had given up on me. You touched so many lives in such an incredible way. The gentle manner in which you spoke and loved made others evaluate themselves and seek out their own compassion. You caused so many smiles and with a simple hug, you would envelope a persons soul and make them feel like the most important person on earth.

The time we spent together was like a dream, so pleasant, so warm, so perfect, but yet, so short lived.

I am so blessed, honored and proud to have been the most important thing in your life for the last six years. Spree, your spirit will always be with me.

I love you Sweet Pea

When i heard that Mr.Grace had died, i was very sad. He had helped me with so many problems and had a kind and gentle heart. Rest in peace R.I.P Mr.Grace

Wow, Mr Grace.. When I heard what had happened to him, I couldn't believe it. I was pretty mad when I heard about the incident because it was all because the conductor of the metro train was "texting". It shows how stupid and not cautious people are. Rest in peace Mr. Grace. Everyone misses you and still talks about you until this day on. He was probably one of the funniest counslers. He was always there for everyone wow. He was litterally paralyzed and he'd play basketball every day after school, and work out. I remember I'd talk to him everyday at 5th period because I worked in the office. And wow, who could ever forget his act that he'd been a football player. We will meet one day again Mr. Grace...

I have allot of fond memories of Walt and the Fullers growing up in California. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Fuller Family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Mark Dillier

I feel really bad for what happen.When I knew that she was dead I started crying.I wish she wasn't dead.Now she is in heaven and she is a beautiful angel and she is in a safe place.RIP Maria Elena

My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you Sha. I am one of Spree's classmates. Looking you in the eye and hugging you at the wake was one of the hardest things I have ever done. I apologize for not keeping my composure there.

Just wanted you to know that you continue to have my family's support and love while learning to live again.

God Bless you. All my love.

Brett Kane, Hollywood Div (VICE)

Here is my email if the family needs a copy of the recording of Santiago sung by the Shenandoah Trio. I loved the way Dennis played the guitaron in this recording. mrosell@support.ucla.edu