Roger will always be near and dear to all of our hearts. His kindness and sincerity touched the lives of many. I have many fond memories of Rog from as far back as I can remember and will treasure them always.

I wish I could of been there on Saturday. All my love to Lizzie, Matt and Chris.

— Jen Yasuda
September 22, 2008 at 3:38 p.m.

May the precious memories of Beverly be with Tina, Nicki, Aunt Naomi, Vanessa, Marlene and family forever. My prayers are with you all. God bless!

— Ro and family......
September 22, 2008 at 3:14 p.m.

im so sorry for your loses and want to say on behalf of my family that it is so great of you to come on here and post something about my uncle my family and is thoughts and prayers and love are with all of you and your familys as well thank you i think that maybe we should start a message board for everyone that lost some one on that train it might help us all get though it just a thought

— mandy
September 22, 2008 at 2:45 p.m.

I graduated from RMS in 1998, and I still remember Mr. Grace's smile. I remember his devotion, his kindness, his grace. Mr. Grace was truly a graceful man. I could not believe my ears when I heard this tragic news. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Mr. Grace, I will miss you. You will not be forgotten. Thank you for being a part of my life, and for making a difference...you've touched many people's lives. You may know some of the differences you've made, but you cannot even begin to imagine the positive effect you've had on so many young lives. This is for you. And this is for all students...please remember to thank those who touch your lives in a positive way. LIfe's waaaayyy too short.

— I will miss you Mr. Grace
September 22, 2008 at 2:02 p.m.

Salvation is real!!! May our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, continue to carry you, strengthen you, and reveal Himself to you as you continue through this trial.

— Jacque Fuller
September 22, 2008 at 1:25 p.m.

My heart go out for the children's and little Rachael.She is a handicap kid who know her dad is gone ,and she is missing him very much

— a good fraind of the family peck cubillos
September 22, 2008 at 12:17 p.m.

Hi Andrea, Bill and I are your neighbors. We met you and Chuck at the Roach's Summer BBQ. I specifically remember how happy the two of you were. Our sincere condolances. Please come over for a cup of tea and big HUG anytime.

— Carla and Bill Davies
September 22, 2008 at 11:23 a.m.

OK I will try to post again, wish you were here with me Casey helping me with it and your chin resting on top of my head! (Oh I love that kid)
Finding the strength to get through this has not been on our own merit, it has only been through our Lord and Savior. I knew He would carry us through and give us the strength, but I had NO idea to what extent. God has far exceeded any expectation that I had of Him carrying this family through this trial. Our God is all sufficient and He has revealed Himself to me this week like no other. We have a purpose here on earth and that is to share that "Salvation is Real". The man at 7-eleven said he could not enter into the temple that he goes to unless he has "peace of mind." My Savior is the Prince of Peace, the Creator of that Peace, and the giver of Peace. Walt knew this Savior, lived his life as an example of serving that Savior, and that is why we can find peace, joy, and even laughter, while accepting that God, our Creator, is in control. May Jesus Christ continue to receive all the Glory that He is due to to Walt's obedience.

— Jacque Fuller
September 22, 2008 at 11:06 a.m.

Karen, I was saddened to hear of your loss. I remember you and Paul from many years when we all taught at Indian Hills Christian Academy. You always made me feel welcomed as the new kid on the block when I took over a class mid-year. Then the next year, when our world was in turmoil over the loss of 2 teachers and the combination of classes resulting from it, you were a stronghold to the semi-new still wet behind the ear teacher who just went from a class of 9 to a class of about 35. I remember you and Paul fondly and have about you and prayed for you over the many years. God bless you and your son and place His loving arms of support around you at this time. I just heard about the service for Paul this morning and wish I had been able to attend. I never knew you were blessed with a son until today and my heart goes out to him. My Joy will be 16 in January and I don't know what she would do with me and vice versa. God bless you and keep you. Deena

— Deena (Marshall) White
about Paul Long
September 22, 2008 at 11:04 a.m.

I miss you very much. I ate lunch with Dennis at Rocketdyne most every day. Talking with Dennis brightened my day. We talked about fishing, camping, family and church. Dennis I will miss you enormously. May God comfort you and bless the entire Arnold family. You are the best.

— John Lee
September 22, 2008 at 10:53 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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