Bev,
I love and miss you . Remembering the old times we had and how you loved Tina and Nicky , that heart warming smile.Rest in peace , my old friend .

Dear Gabby,

On that shocking Friday evening as I sat watching the news, I saw you and as I listened to your words, there was nothing more clear that FAITH was and it will still be your strenght. The next day I had to work and since I don't have a computer at my house the first thing I did was to see if there were any news about your sister. That Saturday night I stayed over my parents who the same as your sister they are my heroes. I called my younger sister who lives in Vegas I told her what had happened (she's my only sibling)and as well she was shocked. On Sunday morning I woke up and found out about your Aida. I know that I had the same Faith that she was Ok I wanted her to be Ok. However as I was reading her name for a moment I was blank. my mom asked me if I was OK since she saw me staring at the computer. She did not know what I was reading about and again she asked me. As I was telling her a I was thinking about you and your family. I thought about my sister on how much I love her, about my parents who like yours have sacrificed for both of us. I may not be in your shoes, but one thing I know is that as a family we shared the same feeling LOVE and FAITH. And that will be your strenght. my prayers to you and your family.

I love you Dad!

I didnt know her a lot but i know she would hang out with my sister when she used to live in front of us.I noticed that she had a great personality and she was very friendly when i met her. When my sister found out she died, she was very devastated. She cried for the whole day.She decided to help her family and went through a street to collect money with her friend. They collected over 200 dollars. She also organized a car wash for Aida with the help of other people and that day we got so many cars but it was fun and we were able to collect the money for Aida's family. My mom would say that when she closes her eyes, she can still remember when Aida would walk down the stairs by our house.

Aida... rest in peace we will all remember you <3

Vanessa

When I was at Grace I decided to get my nose pierced, which was against dress code. Mr. Long used to always remind me to take it out, until finally one day he decided to cut out small circle bandaids that fit the size of my piercing perfectly. I suppose he did it because he would stand outside with me as I try and pull the jewelry out... my eyes would water and I'd clench with pain. I would say he cut out about ten of them, put them in an envelope and laughed at the delivery. He told me I won't have to take it out anymore as long as it was covered, and now I have no excuses.
He was a great teacher. Infamous for a fanny pack, and leading worship with his wife. He had a lot of pateince, and was geniunely concerned with my future. He helped me apply to different colleges and would consistently ask how things were going. I used to sit through tutoring with him, in hopes to pass the AP exam. Although I was there just to get help, I always enjoyed our time. If anything was ever wrong he would ask for a hand in prayer and give his encouragement. Mr. Long is a man of God, a loving father, and an inspirational teacher. I give great thanks to Mr. Long for his hard work and dedication. For the extra effort he put into my future, and the smiles he brought to my face.

I did not know Jacob personally, but I always saw him around school during the past four years. He always had a smile on his face. He seemed like great guy to be around and have fun with. I am currently attending California Lutheran University. I had to hear the sad news from my mom when she called me. I just kept saying "Oh my god" over and over. To know that I won't see him at any high school reunions breaks my heart. But I can only imagine what his family and girlfriend are going through. My heart goes out to them and I am very sorry for what happened. R.I.P. Jacob

To the family of Mr Sanchez and to all that lost a love one, my prayers are with you and may God be with you all.

I know that it is easy to blame someone especially when there is an accident or when we have lost a love one, but lets not blame anyone because we will never really know what truly happened. The reports can say anything but we really do not know if that is how it really happened, only God knows that.

We should not take life for granted as God gave us Eternal life, all we need to do is obey and believe the words of God. We all need to learn that blaming someone is not the solution. God will help us through all obstacle and He will take care of all the people that die on that day.

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life. ----John 3:16

You shall not take vengeance or bear a grudge against the sons of your own people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the Lord. ----Leviticus 19:18

I didn't know Chuck, but I am sending my condolences. I read the comments; wish I had know him too - what a nice man he was. I have cried about the train crash even though I didn't know anyone on it - what a terrible loss of life, and so senseless. Andrea be lucky you found him - guys like that do not come around often - but I am deeply sorry for your loss - you will see him in Heaven some day. To Chuck's family and those of other travelors that day, please accept my deepest sorrow for your loss - my prayers are with you.

What is a "Domestic Partner?"

i don't know you at all.i'm from china.when i see your sweet smile,i can hep reading all the blessings to you.i feel very sad for your family. may god bless you.good wishs to youd family.