I miss you so much...!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

— mey chao
about Yi Chao
October 22, 2008 at 12:04 p.m.

We just heard about Ron today from a neighbor. Ron was our land lord for a year and I never knew what he did for a living, but in the handful of conversations I had with him, we mostly talked about sports. One thing I noticed about Ron was how proud he was of his sons. His face brightened up so much when he spoke of them. Our prayers go out to the Grace family and the rest of the families affected by this sad tragedy. Live your lives to the fullest and never take anything for granted. Enjoy the company you keep.

— Richard and Rebecca
October 21, 2008 at 11:24 p.m.

It has been half a life time, but remember you like yesterday. My deepest condolences to your family.

— Michael Sheehan - Denver, CO
October 18, 2008 at 6:47 p.m.

its been one month since you died. i still think about you everyday. and i miss you. i wish i could have known you better. but i didn't get that chance. i don't know why God didn't give me that chance. but i love you. "For me to live is Christ and to die is gain." Philippians 1:21.

Thank you for being such an amazing teacher and for teaching me how to love and how to live and how to die in a way that is honorable and that is affecting to those around. I will love you forever Mr. Long. Oaks Christian still misses you and we always will. Devin is being taken care of. I thought you might like to know. We know that you are with him and with us everyday but your earthly presence is missed. Please say hi to Steven Jackson for me. And to God. I know you're with Him. You couldn't be in a better place.

— someone who loves you
about Paul Long
October 18, 2008 at 3:39 p.m.

i only seen jacob around school.. but my prayers are with the hefter family. i truly understand what they are going through...
R.I.P jacob hefter
u will be missed

— jessica roybal
October 17, 2008 at 5:25 p.m.

I was a student at Roosevelt Jr. High when Mr.Grace was there. He took me aside and told me ( a troubled youth) that there were better things out there for me in life.I remember having a football punting contest with him and told me i had a bright future ahead of me. I went on to follow his advise. I am a Sergeant in the United States Army and in law enforcement.I guess the man upstairs needed him.To the family of Mr.Grace sorry for your loss.

— Manuel Sandoval
October 17, 2008 at 11:23 a.m.

Robert it's been over a month since you parting from this life..and u know I still have that memory of you and when I think of you all I remember is that smile and happiness in your eyes. My friend no matter what anyone says and how so many just point the finger at you, I know deep in my heart you would of never wanted harm upon anyone. While you were alive you brought happiness and smile to so many and for that I will always remember you. You will always be in my heart and thoughts...May you Rest in peace my friend.

— Martha
October 17, 2008 at 12:03 a.m.

why?

— chi
about Yi Chao
October 15, 2008 at 5:08 a.m.

It is hard to believe that it has been a month. I read these notes and it brings me closer to you. Your desk untouched. I miss you my friend... I really miss you

— Monica
October 14, 2008 at 2:10 p.m.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Sending you lots of hugs to heaven.

— Susana
October 14, 2008 at 7:12 a.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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