I went to High School with Greg back in Beardstown, IL. I was a Freshman when he was a Senior. I'm not surprised that he was so well liked in California, because he was very well liked by his family and friends back in Beardstown. Greg - You will be missed by everyone back in Beardstown and especially the entire BHS Class of 1978.

I did not have the priviledge of meeting Mr. Li Chao but it is my honor to know and work with his daughter Caryn, a dedicated and caring nurse who gives so much so that others my be healed. My thoughts are with your family during this time.

Our lives are brighter for having known and loved you, a little dimmer now that you are gone. We will celebrate your life and have many stories to tell Madison that will keep you close to her. Liz, Matt, Chris, Danielle and Maddie you know we are here. All our love

Gabby I'm so sorry for your family's lost. I remember watching you on TV Friday night waiting for your sister - she was coming home for her nephew's baptism. I was shocked on Sunday when I saw Aida's picture on TV saying she was one of the ones that died. I was on that train on Friday - I got on at Union Station. Your sister was already there - as I sat across from her she picked up an item that I had dropped on the floor and gave it to me. I remember saying "thank you" to her and noticing her jet black hair and how pretty she was. I got off the train in Burbank and we exchanged smiles - she was a very beautiful young lady.

I'm sending up tons of prayers for you and your family!! May God watch over and Bless you all.

Dawn B.

To Kim, Lindsey, Bill, Armando & Family,
My heart and prayers are with you in abundance. I feel your pain and sorrow. Dean was a great man with some much love and kindness. Today he is reunited with his creator, God. Dean is and angel today looking over your beautiful family.
His spirit will live with us forever.

It is really sorry what happend to everybody in that trian crash but only god knows why things happen god bless you and keep you in peasce amen...

As the mother of an 18-year old son about to go off to college this week, Jacob's tragic death touched my heart. Tears are streaming down my face thinking of your family's pain. There are no words of comfort that can be said to ease your sorrow. Keep faith and be strong that he was in your life for those 18 years.

I was so shocked and saddened by the news of the accident. It brought back painful memories and emotions I have had to learn to live with. I want to thank you Jenny for comforting me when I went through this and words alone cannot express my gratitude. I wish I could help you also. I know there is nothing much to say to make it all better. Although I haven't seen Walt for quite some time, I have fond memories of him and remember what a great father and husband he was. He smile was infectious. I pray for Jenny, Kelly, Kristi, Casey, Ryan and the whole family for their loss and hope for comfort from God to help you through this time of grief. After reading all these comments it appears that you are all surrounded by love and comfort. You are all amazing people and I love and miss you all. I know Walt is in heaven with my mom and that is comforting. God bless you.
Love
Brenda

A luminous candle blown out too soon. May God keep your family close.

Paul, I know you are reading this -- You read everything. I never met a man who could remember obscure characters from long forgotton books and explain their significance in the story in such detail. You are amazing. I counted on you for so much and didn't even realize it until this week. I had to speak at Oaks Christian on Monday to tell them what happened and found myself picking up the phone to call you to ask what you thought I should say. Then I remembered, I won't be able to do that for awhile. Thanks for being my partner in ministry, for sharing the work and sharing life. I'll miss you. Save me a place at the banquet table of Christ. I have some Harry Potter questions. I'll be along shortly. --PT.