thanks so much for hope that you gave in me.
its such a horrible way to end your happines.
your smile always made everyones day.
we all miss you?

— a fellow student of Mr.Grace.
September 18, 2008 at 4:48 p.m.

Although words are not enough to console you at this time with such a tragic loss, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

— Pandelis Chryssostomides
September 18, 2008 at 4:44 p.m.

Where do you start!? Chuck you are such a goofball..man you were crazy! I especially enjoyed when you started every sentenance with "MF"'s..what a pill you are. Everyone here at Delta feels such a void. We have truly lost a bright light in our day, and a wonderful spirit has entered heaven. May you rest in peace. All our love to your family, children and your "soulmate" Andrea.
Vios con dios my friend..

— Patty Young
September 18, 2008 at 4:32 p.m.

Mr. Long and I were always together while we were both at Grace Brethren. I used to eat lunch with him and talk about everything there is to talk about in literature and everything else with him. He was my cross country coach and he used to let me run around inside all the buildings so I could stay in the A/C on those hot summer days. After every race there he was with the carton of chocolate milk I had to drink while on my cooldown. I remember the one time that we finally had a race where other schools that aren't small private schools would finally be there and he told me I wasn't going to have to run because I was injured. That night we took Bri home with us in the van, and even though he almost crashed the van on the way out of the park, we had the funnest time coming home. He was always making exceptions for me so that I would fit in with everyone else, and not feel like a sore thumb loser. He even used to let me sleep in his AP English class, and would always let me bring in some new book to read instead of the conventional ones assigned. I remember on twin day, we ran down to the Family Christian store and bought these way-too-small Veggie Tales shirts, with tight blue jeans. Mr. Long was more than just a teacher to me, he a was a friend and was someone who always made sure I was walking on the right path. Whenever I had questions about marriage and relationships he always knew how to give me the guidance I needed and how to make sure it wasn't some sort of I know better speech. Both me and Bri miss him alot, and are saddened that he wont be able to be there with us physically on that wedding day he always supported but we both know that he won't miss a single thing that any of us goes through while we finish this life to meet him once again.

— Ryan
about Paul Long
September 18, 2008 at 4:32 p.m.

I am praying for the family of Mr. Sanchez and all the other victim's families. The job of an engineer is very risky and challenging. My ex-husband is an engineer and I always keep him and his passengers in my daily prayers. Mr. Sanchez was a human being just like the rest of us and we should never judge. God is the only one that should judge, yet he always forgives.

May the Lord rain down showers of comfort upon the friends and families of the victims.

— Antoinette
September 18, 2008 at 4:14 p.m.

Dennis- I do not know who you are but I desperatly called every hospital looking for you and my friend Chris Aiken. Please take care of each other up in heaven and protect your families here on earth. God Speed.

— Monica Lichtenstein
September 18, 2008 at 4:11 p.m.

Carl, Jane, Gail, Karen and Devon,
In reading all these wonderful words about your brother, husband and father, I wish that I had known him better. We were in the same youth group at Hampton Park, and in the Acad at BJA, and the University with my husband, (Paul being a couple years older). I am very sorry for your loss, encouraged that you WILL see him again and that he is looking his Lord and Savior in the face and singing His praises. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Doug and Cathy (Gibbins) Richardson
Jonesboro, GA

— Cathy
about Paul Long
September 18, 2008 at 4:10 p.m.

While we both attended the ATO Summit in Wash. DC just last month our rooms were on the same floor at the hotel. Each morning we laughed as we both exited our rooms and entered the elevator at the exact same time. We both prefered to start our days early. He was a fine person and will be greatly missed; our sympathy to his family.

— RT Martin
September 18, 2008 at 3:55 p.m.

Jacob was always smiling. i never saw him mad. I met him last year for ROP. He was one of the teacher assistants. He was always so nice to others. I remember that great simile he had and will always have. My prayers go out to his parents, brothers, steph, other close family and friends. May the Lord be with you all. I will keep you in my prayers. Mrs.Hefter be strong you had such a great son you and should be honored to have raised a son so nice. Sometimes we don't understand why things happen but God does. Stay strong and Jacob will always be you and he will never be forgotten.

— Evelyn Lopez-moms student
September 18, 2008 at 3:55 p.m.

Spree, Half Decaf Espresso Con Panna :) We will all miss you. Your beautiful smile will always be remembered. Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family and loved ones.

— sbux friends
September 18, 2008 at 3:54 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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