I just want to give my condolences & thank Mey Chao, for even in her pain of losing her father in this accident, she took the time to post condolences to each of the spirits who were in this same tragic accident that left with her father for their journey to a spiritual world. May God Bless those that were loss & their loved ones, family & friends that they left here with us. May we all learn that time is too short here, & may we learn to forgive & to love eachother, before our time here is gone.

— With All My Love - Denver, Colorado
about Yi Chao
September 24, 2008 at 11:32 p.m.

I just want to give my condolences & thank Mey Chao, for even in her pain of losing her father in this accident, she took the time to post condolences to each of the spirits who were in this same tragic accident that left with her father for their journey to a spiritual world. May God Bless those that were loss & their loved ones, family & friends that they left here with us. May we all learn that time is too short here, & may we learn to forgive & to love eachother, before our time here is gone.

— With All My Love - Denver, Colorado
September 24, 2008 at 11:31 p.m.

Claudia our thoughts and prayers are with you, Kelsey, Zach and Mackenzie. We are so grateful to have known Doyle and to see all the joy he has brought to so many lives. We love you.

— Onweiler Family
September 24, 2008 at 10:26 p.m.

I've read all the comments here and I have to say this: overall I have sympathy for Robert though I never knew him. I'm sure many of you did. I sometimes
wonder what he was thinking if he had time to react when he realized he missed the light, you can't honestly say you can't tell a freight train is coming
right toward you? Unless there was something very wrong with him physically I'd say he knew, I keep wondering in that final moment what he realized? And
it anoys me that channel 9 brought out the fact he was texting on that day? What if no one had ever said that and let the NTSB say it on its own? Some might
not be so quick to judge. Let the NTSB do its job, please. I keep wondering what that final moment was like, hope God was merciful to him. I feel for him,
usually if mistakes are made they are just that, mistakes. I'm sure he had flaws just like all of us. Shame on the media for bringing out his troubles and splashing them all over the headlines, how would you feel if someone did that to you and you couldn't defend yourself? Did you do that to everyone else? I suspect not. To friends and family of Robert and all others who perished in this freek event, my tears mix with yours. May comfort surround all of us. And pet the dogs for me. :): I'm a cat person but animals are the best comforters and friends, sometimes. Rest in peace Robert and everyone. Queen of Bells

— Shelley Queen of Bells
September 24, 2008 at 9:24 p.m.

I did not have the priviledge to meet Atul. However, I've known Vijay since we became friends while working at Hughes Aircraft in El Segundo, around 1995. He is a great engineer and someone who likes to share his knowledge. The Flores family prays for you and your loved ones. God Bless.

— Anthony Flores
about Atul Vyas
September 24, 2008 at 9:04 p.m.

The Hefner family are Falcons to the core and when one of our own hurts all us Falcons hurt. We will survive this as we do every hardship that comes our way. Does not make it any easier but remember once a Falcon always a Falcon. There are lots of shoulder to lean on. Let us be there for you as you have been for us. GOD BLESS YOU FOR THE COMMITMENT YOU HAVE MADE TO ALL FALCONS PAST AND FUTURE

— Terri
September 24, 2008 at 8:41 p.m.

I did not know Beverly, but I know a special person she was connected to, The loss of life is painful for everyone, and my heart goes out to all who must bear this loss. Know that time helps soften the hurt and loving memories will help you cope. To her daughters, love each other like she loved you. And take care of that special grandson.

Mary Numa, R.N.

— Mary Numa
September 24, 2008 at 8:36 p.m.

Sharon, Katie, Sammie I am so sorry, and my family prays for all of you and Chris.
I met Chris at Adelphia. I really loved Chris as a Boss and as a friend. He made work alot easyer for all who worked under him. Chris had a way of helping me realize things when I had a bad day at work or at home. He would always say something that would make me laugh. I loved talking to him about fishing and hunting. He told me that an uncle or his grandpa havested a deer that was so big they named the deer herkamur. Some how when we chatted we always brought up that deer. I alway bugged him to get me a picture of the deer. I am so happy to have known Chris and to have had him in my life as a friend and co-worker. Chris will always be in my memories I will never forgt you Chris.

Al Magallanes and Family Yolanda, Melinda and Andrew
Valencia, Ca.

— Al Magallanes
September 24, 2008 at 7:20 p.m.

I was probably on your train at one point. God bless your family as they deal with this difficult time and shame on the people who are so quick to judge and "hold others responsible", without any human compassion whatsoever. Accidents happen, fate happens, as sad and confusing as it is for the ones left behind, these beautiful women and men who lost their lives was simply due to FATE. Their challenges and trials are now over. God Bless everyone left behind, it's no doubt a horrible time.

— Shannon
September 24, 2008 at 5:12 p.m.

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. TO MRS. HEFTER...YOU ARE THE BEST. I MISS YOU. STAY STRONG AND KNOW THAT GOD IS WITH YOU. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.

— Trena Smith
September 24, 2008 at 4:25 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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