Please lets not argue there's too much agony already lets give Robert a break here. Does anyone else have memories of him? I'd like to learn more about him.

— Shelley Queen of Bells
October 7, 2008 at 8:51 p.m.

Death toll 25 not 24 I knew someone on the train. Robert had a green light to go someone is covering it up the truth one day will come out. this man would not hurt anyone. it is easy to drag a person name in the mud he is not here to protect his name.

— Emma
October 7, 2008 at 1:25 p.m.

Roger Spacey, the wonderful Roger Spacey. You were a steadfast friend, a loving parent, and devoted husband. We all looked up to you, and not because you actually did tower over all of us. How can we say goodbye when it's so easy to still see your lanky frame striding across the patio, or hear echoes of your easy chuckle, or remember your gentle encouragement to any and every little child who needed it? It seems impossible that such goodness could vanish so completely. Thank you always-- for your friendship through three decades, for your many kindnesses, and, yes, it must be said, even for that dreadful joke about 'dog throat.'

— MargaretD
October 7, 2008 at 12:46 p.m.

I just finally got the strength to read all the beautiful words from the people that have been touched by Dee Dee. I Thank every one of you for the comforting words. Now to Dee Dee my best half my strength I miss you so so much I feel you here next to me espeacially when the babies are next to me Rex CeCe Kiddy & JoJo miss you dearly. Larry sweetpea and Goo are holding up yet missing you. YOU WERE MINE FOR 49 YEARS I WANT YOU BACK. i MISS OUR JOKES TEXTES OUR PRANKS I MISS YOUR SMILE AND LAUGHTER. SO HI HONEY I"LL BE WITH YOU SOON AND WATCH OVER US. LOVE YOU

— Jo Ann Summerville
October 7, 2008 at 9:19 a.m.

its the 7th of oct 2008... my dad is underground ... my pain and sorrow still fresh. my heart is broken ...
i'm not that nice of a guy... all american kid... with the same rights all everyone else...an eye for an eye ... but 24 is the death count ... not 25 !!!

— me
October 7, 2008 at 4:38 a.m.

From the first graduating class of Grace in 1993 I had the great priviledge of having Mr. Long as my teacher for all the years I was at Grace and his impact on my life has been continually felt even until this day. Like others I as well grew a great love for English and Christian rock (and metal) from his wonderful classes. His clases were the ones I looked most forwarded to.

It's sometimes hard to understand why God chooses to take such incredible people at such difficult times, but we can all be asured that Mr. Long is in the presence of our great and amazing God and Savior. Our precious Father in heaven will take watch over his family and will strengthen them in this time of need. All of our prayers are with the Long family. May the love and grace of God strengthen you.

— Jason Stevens
about Paul Long
October 5, 2008 at 11:05 p.m.

I remember when she use to take my brother and i to school everyday freshman year. I also remember when my brother took her to their senior prom. It meant a lot to her.
RIP Maria

— Crystal
October 5, 2008 at 10:04 p.m.

To the parents of Christopher Aiken. Thank you for the comment on my father's page. My thoughts are with you and your family at this terrbile time. Stay strong!

Diane Adair (Daughter of Alan Buckley)

— Diane Adair
October 5, 2008 at 8:23 p.m.

I am one of the many prayer warriors that prayed for Jacob after the tragedy of the train accident. God bless your soul Jacob and may you be at peace now and forever more. My heart goes out to your family and friends, may God be with you now and always. Please stay strong in faith and never let it waiver. May He help to ease the pain & emptiness in your hearts that you now have. Remember the good times and may God bless each of you.

— Cindy in GA
October 5, 2008 at 5:41 p.m.

To Bev's family. She was taken from you.....from all of us much too soon. I met Bev three years ago when I came to work for KP. She was a mentor and a 2nd mother to me. I remember our trips to Vegas and me venting frustration in her office. If only I can live the rest of my life the way she lived hers. She will truly be missed. Your friend and admirer, Tracey Bush

— Tracey Bush
October 5, 2008 at 5:11 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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