Gabby,
I am so very very sad about the news I saw Aida grow up and how much your mom loved her. Being neighbors I saw it all. How much you took care of her and how close you were. She was always so happy and I can't tell you just how much my entire family and myself are devastated by the news. Tell your mom that our prayers go out to you guys. I can't even imagine how a prson so full of life, so full of energy can just be gone just like that that's just impossible! I am still going to walk down Charles St. and expect to see her smiling face offering us a piece of her bread with a full smile on her face. Gabby I can't even imagine your pain but my heart goes out to you and your family. Tell your mom that I miss seeing her on her porch always with a smile and kind word to offer.

— Marylu Tejeda
September 14, 2008 at 7:20 p.m.

Gabby,

I also saw you early on in the afternoon talk about your sister, confused and scared. I wanted to find out what had happened to your sister and was hoping that the news coverage would follow up with you. And today, I saw on online about what had happened. I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

— Sylvia
September 14, 2008 at 7:19 p.m.

Buck always made you feel like you were part of the family. May you rest in peace BIG BUCK. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jeff, Diane, Tish and the entire Buckley family.

— Mudgett Family
September 14, 2008 at 7:18 p.m.

Mr. Grace was a counselor in my brother's school. :(
R.I.P you will always be remembered.

— armen navasardyan
September 14, 2008 at 7:18 p.m.

I am new to roosevelt but i met Mr. Grace from my elementary school and he was the one who brought us a video clip of Roosevelt Middle School he was a very nice and funny.

R.I.P Mr.Grace

— Hovanes Karagezyan
September 14, 2008 at 7:12 p.m.

wow.. i knew him! he was my councelor at roosevelt middle he was very devoted and loved what he did!R.I.P Mr.Grace...

— J.Lewis
September 14, 2008 at 7:11 p.m.

I new Roger from his soccer days ------ He always had a smile on his face and a great sense of humor -- Simi Valley has lost a very good man ------- he will be missed -Here is to you Roger --Cheers

— Skip Williams
September 14, 2008 at 7:11 p.m.

Doyle was a kind, thoughtful and quite spoken friend. His life was deliberate and purposeful. He always had an encouraging word and thoughtful insight. His family is a shining testimony of a life well lived. I am looking forward to seeing him again. I Thessalonians 4: 13- 15

— Ron Spooner a friend
September 14, 2008 at 7:11 p.m.

Dear Gabby,

We have never met, I only say your saddened face on TV as you awaited news of your sister, you were so brave. I am so sorry for the senseless loss of your little sister Aida. It must be so painful, I too have a younger sister (23) and I know the deep love and care that is felt for a younger sister. When we heard you on TV we both hoped for the good news while tearing up. Please stay strong for your parents they need you very much during these trying times. May the God give you the strength to accomplish the dreams you and your sister hoped for, I am sure she will be guiding you from heaven.

— Liz
September 14, 2008 at 7:09 p.m.

i cant believe that Mr.Grace died, i thought it was just a stupid little rumor but know i see that he died :(.
R.I.P MR.GRACE YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR MEOMORIES

— Galust Navasardyan
September 14, 2008 at 7:05 p.m.


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  • 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.

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