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Sara Striegel
July 16, 2025
RIP Rachael. You will never be forgotten.
George Koloroutis
July 16, 2025
I miss you everyday. I always will until I see you in Heaven. I love my dear daughter.
Cheryl Trent
November 28, 2024
I don't know u obviously but I heard of ur story on FF forensic files, u r pain free n resting in peace n God is watching n taking care of u.
U r now a Angel of God looking upon ur family n friends n they miss u terribly, things won't be the same since ur family lost u n ur always on there minds n u r NEVER forgotten.
R I.P.
God bless u n ur family as the cope with ur loss.
Respectfully!
Yazmire Rosas
October 11, 2024
Hi, never knew Rachael but seeing so many people talk about her in such a positive way touched me. Life is so precious and I realized that I should cherish the moments and memories with my family.
Racheal, you're so beautiful and may you rest in peace.
Alessandro Bruscagin
November 20, 2023
Hi Rachael, today is your birthday. You are the most beautiful and bright star that shines in this universe. With immense affection. I love you. Alessandro Bruscagin
Alessandro Bruscagin
July 16, 2023
Hi Rachael, I carry you in my heart. I always pray for you and your family.
John and Cindy Kmetz
July 16, 2023
Dear Koloroutis Family. Prayers for you and Rachael especially this year and always, dear neighbors. Peace.
Alessandro Bruscagin
April 23, 2023
I haven't had the good fortune to meet Rachael. I learned his story only through the internet. You are a wonderful angel Rachael. Your soul will live forever. I love you. Forever.
Emma
October 18, 2022
I never knew Rachael but I'm reporting on her story. She seemed like an incredible, beautiful girl. I'm so sorry for your families loss. may her memory live on forever.
George Koloroutis
January 18, 2022
I love you my dear daughter. I love you with all my heart. Uncle Greg died on December 27th which I assume you know. I pray that you are together in Heaven rejoicing.
Donna Sheffield
July 30, 2021
Rachael Ann - I think of you often. Your mom & her family had a huge impact on my life. I was at your baby shower & your mom was so excited. I love you & I love your family very much. God bless you Angel. I´ll always keep you & your family in my prayers.
March 8, 2021
Dear Koloroutis family, i didn't know Rachael however i read and watched her story. I'm deeply sorry and i really cried for her when i learnt what happened. She was so beautiful and full of life. What makes me relieved is that she was so loved and had an amazing family like you. You are a great family and Rachael was same like you.
NF
January 17, 2021
Rest In Peace beautiful girl
John Kmetz
July 18, 2020
We will always remember this day every year - forever, Koloroutis Family. Many blessings and prayers for beautiful Rachael, smiling in heaven.
John and Cindy Kmetz
John Kmetz
July 18, 2020
We will always remember this day every year - forever, Koloroutis Family. Many blessings and prayers for beautiful Rachael, smiling in heaven.
John and Cindy Kmetz
John
July 18, 2020
We will always remember this day every year - forever, Koloroutis Family. Many blessings and prayers for beautiful Rachael, smiling in heaven.
John and Cindy Kmetz
Cindy Guidry Silva
July 16, 2020
I never knew your Gorgeous Angel, but I will always remember this heartbreaking tragic story, when it happened. My only son (Amos) who was just a bit younger than your daughter's age, took her beautiful loss of life very hard, as well. I remember him writing a Special Beautiful Poem for her & posted it on here all those years ago, which really touched my Heart, because he had never written a poem in his entire life but was he so deeply sorrowed by it all that it just moved him to do so. I Pray that God continue to wrap his Comforting Arms around all of your family & continue to provide you all with the Peace & Strength to get through these difficult anniversaries & reminder milestones that always just tend to wrench the heartbreak & pain even more, so sorry for your Fmly's hurting Hearts . RIP Beautiful Angel
George (Daddy) Koloroutis
July 16, 2020
Rachael........I think about you every day. I love and miss you so very much. I want to write, to say something so profound and meaningful to you......... but as usual I can't come up with anything. I'm sorry honey so sorry. In two days, the anniversary of your death comes to us again. Your sisters are doing well and are busy having children, each with good husbands. Not sure how Heaven works but I hope you know these things. Of course your Mommy and Daddy miss you every single day. Every day.
JACOB KENT
February 28, 2020
I'm truly sorry for your loss. I remember being on summer vacation when this case went national. I'll never forget it because not only me and Rachel were so close in age but we were both the middle child of our families. She is very beautiful and I know she is playing the best heavenly tune the man upstairs has ever listened to.
August 14, 2019
I love you Rachael Ann..
August 13, 2019
I did not comment on your recent birthday as time got away from me. Your sisters and Mom and I got together on or around that day at Tiffany's house to eat lunch and remember you. Your new born niece was there and your two year old nephew was there too. I could not help but wonder how many children you would have if you were still here? One or two? Boy or girl? I miss you in a way that is hard to describe. The pain is overwhelming.......and as time passes it gets worse. I love you Rachael Ann.
Daddy
August 12, 2019
Dear Koloroutis family, I am still so sorry for your loss and my heart is broken because such a beautiful young soul lost her life in a tragic way. I send my condolences to you. Stay strong. Rachael is an angel watching you from the sky. Much love to you and lovely Rachael.
Jennifer Estes
May 11, 2019
What an absolutely beautiful person. She looks like a girl who knew she was loved. I can only imagine that she lit up every room she entered with that warm, contagious smile. My heart breaks for her loved ones.
April 23, 2019
Rachael, my dear daughter......I don't even know what to say. I miss you so much. I think of you often.....the other day we went to church for an Easter service. Samantha is pregnant with a little girl and Tiffany has an amazing little boy. I assume you know all of this? I assume you know about the twins? I know you are in Heaven but I just don't know how it all works. We are blessed in so many ways and we have so much to be grateful for........but I remain deeply saddened that you are not with us. Your absence at family gatherings is very obvious to me.......you are forever on my mind sweetheart. I love you Rachael Ann Koloroutis.
Ann Rockers
May 20, 2018
Beloved some years are harder then other's.this one is hard. So much life going on and yet... I still miss you. I woke up crying and didn't know why. It's because your still gone. I love you and miss your smile. Miss the part of my heart that's just gone. I'll see you in eternity. Love mom
Charlene Mickan
April 28, 2018
I came across this on the internet today and wanted to offer my deepest condolences. You may not remember me but I was Fern and George's neighbor out at Lomas Rodando. I still think of them often; they were very special to us. I know the pain of losing a child but in a different way. You have my sincere sympathies. With Respect, Charlene Mickan
Tracy Karol
February 27, 2018
I love you sweet girl. I know you're at peace now, but I still miss you. There will always be a hole where you should be. I think of what you'd be doing today.
Angela Flowers
February 27, 2018
Rip Lovely
George Koloroutis
February 26, 2018
I love you sweetheart, with all my heart. - Daddy
George Koloroutis
November 5, 2017
I love you sweetheart. You are always on my mind. Daddy
Sue Murray
November 3, 2017
So sorry about your beautiful girl. I lost my only child she was 14 10 years ago. It truly broke my heart to hear of your daughters passing. Life is unfair and like you I live for the day I see her again . I truly believe I will as you also.
Thinking of your family
Jordan Barron
August 25, 2017
Know your story is all over the world. Know that no matter what you will never ever be forgotten and that is wonderful you will be remembered for your brilliance and beauty and sweet girl you were. I can't imagine what your mother and father have been going threw since then. You were daddies girl and all that happen is more then a shot to his heart. Its sad that such a successful/wonderful girl had everything going for her and then why she had to be the one to pass, it just isn't far. And I know everyone closes to you wonder the same thing! Why you!? I wonder as well, but everything happens for a reason but your short time of life made a huge impact on so many and the world now knows you! I send my best to your father and mother. I know your watching them and smiling at your dad every day. ❤
August 25, 2017
So very sorry for your lost. It was to early for her
January 16, 2017
My child I miss you God I miss you so much. I guard my heart from the pain knowing you are safe in heaven yet on these shores the missing and longing last and last. I simply miss you. Love you forevermore and I will see you in that beautiful place.Mom
Sophia Montes
January 12, 2017
Condolences to Rachel's family I am so sorry for your loss. My tummy is aching right now. I was watching forensic files last night and couldn't believe what I saw deep down inside I knew it was you I didn't want to believe it. you were one of my middle school friends I spent the night at your house, played with you, ate dinner with you and your family off of Jackson hwy here in Chehalis. I goggled your name and sure enough it was you. May you rest in peace Rachel.
Mary Koloroutis
December 8, 2016
love you my sweet niece and miss your beautiful presence in this world...
Cathy Woodruff-Landers
November 5, 2016
I'm at a loss for words as I learned of your passing in such a tragic way. I have known your Dad since our days at Sugar Loaf ele. In Killeen, Texas. George and Ann, my heart is heavy with grief and sorrow with the loss of your beautiful daughter. I wish you and yours days of peace and light.
Diane Graham
September 29, 2016
Saddened by the loss of your daughter
Aleda Nara
September 23, 2016
My heart is inconsolable right now and aches for you Rachael... Your father, your mother, your brother and your sisters. 5 1/2 years ago on the late evening of March 11th 2011, I couldn't sleep so I turned the TV on and started watching 20/20. In the first 30 seconds of the show airing I saw your picture then I heard the narrator say your name... I was in disbelief. I couldn't believe what I was hearing and seeing unfold in front of me. You were one of my closest friends in 7th grade at Chehalis Middle School. I was brand new to the school that year and you befriended me. We rode the same school bus and I can remember going over to your house to play. My fondest memories was writing notes and passing them back and forth. Between classes we would slip them in eachother lockers and I always remember loving your handwriting and how you would dot your "I's" with a heart♡. Your smile and beautiful hair was like something out of a fairy tale. So pretty and full of life. I remember when you said you were moving to Texas, I was saddened. Who would I pass notes to and laugh with on the bus?
My deepest condolences go out to your family. I can't imagine the pain and empty spot left in their hearts. I often think of you Rachel, but you know that♡
I tried making a post here back in march of 2011 but for some reason it was never published. So when I was thinking about you today I searched your name on facebook and saw a memory pop up on my page about how I shared your story with my facebook friends from Chehalis, Wa. This is why I am writing this new entry today, so that you can see this and your family can know that you touched lives from way back in your middle school years even though we only knew eachother for one year. With all my love to Rachael and the Koloroutis family♡♡♡
mary koloroutis
July 19, 2016
with love and a gentle peace.
George Koloroutis
July 18, 2016
I love you my dear daughter. I think of you daily. I always will. I look forward to seeing you again sweetheart.
Daddy
Laura Rincon
April 24, 2016
RIP beautiful angel
Caitlin
April 14, 2016
I remember the night I gave birth to the first of my four children, a little over 22 years ago. I couldn't sleep so I was talking to my older sister, who already had children herself. At one point I recall asking her, "I'll never live without fear again, will I?" She simply smiled and said "No." I already knew that there would never be a second that I wouldn't want to protect her from everything, and I would never be able to.
What I also know is that our children really only partly belong to us. They are on loan from Someone who loves them far more than we do, impossible as that may seem. It's trite, I know, but Rachael is with Him now. It's not fair. It's not right that you and Rachael were deprived of such a promising future together. It's absolutely not right that even now, all the news and docudramas focus on the people responsible instead of the victims. But the thing I was most struck by on the show I watched was Rachael's smile - it's so beautiful like my daughter's is - and that is what I choose to take away and remember. Never forget that God is watching over you all.
Lisa
March 4, 2016
Sending prayers to Rachel's family and friends. She was a beautiful young lady, inside and out ❤
George Koloroutis
December 28, 2015
Love you so much sweetheart. Miss you and constantly wonder what life would be like you here with us. I love you Rachael.
Dad
Kim Higgins
August 23, 2015
As I am reading the book today by Mr. Phelps, the segment came on Forensic Files. I am so sorry for your loss but I am glad I got to see the show. God Bless
Sara Striegel
August 18, 2015
I was class of 2002 at Clearlake Highschool. RIP.You will never be forgotten.
Dad
July 18, 2015
We lost you on this day 12 years ago. For me,it seems like 12 minutes ago. The years are going by fast and I will see you in heaven soon my dear daughter. I love you so my sweet girl.
Tracy Karol
July 18, 2015
Hi sweetheart. I know you're at peace now, and that brings me relief. But I still miss you and what was stolen from you and the others; from everyone in your life. I woke up the other day from a dream and words just started spilling from me - maybe because as you know Ash is 18. Part of it was "fear is what keeps us alive" but later the narrative changed to "no, fear is what let's us survive" - there is more of course, I always write too much but thank you for showing me there is more than just the fear. There can be peace. I love you and miss you every day. I pray for everyone around you. But I still miss you and fight nightmares. Rest easy my angel. Your mom is so strong, and your father too. I'm sure you know the happiness others have found, but that doesn't mean there's not a hole where you should be. Just my thoughts. You know the rest. Goodbye Rachael. Check in on us when you can, especially my first grand baby - she will be here very soon!
Bobby Ferguson
May 3, 2015
Sorry about your loss. She's an Angel in Heaven...
Crystal Geib
January 2, 2015
Sweet girl, you've been on my mind so much lately -- you're never far from my thoughts. I miss you so much. I think of the memories you, T. and I shared as babies to teenagers and I can't help but hope that my children are fortunate enough to know that kind of bond someday too. I'm continually proud of T. and who she's become and S. and who she's becoming. And for the strength and grace that your parents have shown -- How proud they all must make you! As I get older, as we all do, without you, I am reminded of how fragile life is, but how beautiful and precious it is too. You are alive with me in some of those beautiful and precious moments and I will always carry those with me so that you are never too far away. I love you.
Caroline Wollard-McCasland
December 19, 2014
Although I never had the blessing of knowing you, I went to school with your Father, all the way back to elementary school. I just learned of your passing, and it broke my heart. No parent should have to lose a child. Your were a beautiful young lady, and now a guardian angel for your family...may you rest in peace.
Amanda Fontanez
December 4, 2014
For the parents May God Give You Strength and peace
Michael Stanek
September 19, 2014
Gone too soon. Never forgotten
Angela Almeida
September 18, 2014
U were so beautiful....
Sonja Dixon
September 17, 2014
I just watched a documentary on Lifetime of your story. It touched my heart so that I had to search your story on line. I came across these messages from your mother and daddy and my heart breaks. I never knew you, but want your family to know that they are in my prayers. May Gods loving arms hold them tight. Beautiful young lady...taken to soon.
Dr. Nicholas Losito, Ph.D, CISM
September 1, 2014
My Deepest Sympathies to Mr&Mrs. Koloroutis. God continue to keep you both strong for your daughter is watching over both of you.
July 30, 2014
Love you sweetheart.
Daddy
Melvin Keeling
June 13, 2014
God Bless you and yours.. ?
Daddy
May 27, 2014
I love you honey
Tiffany
May 26, 2014
As on so many days, I wish I could bring flowers to where you body rests today. I know your spirit isn't there ... But I still long to be close to you. I have many roses in my garden that remind me of you. I miss you sister. So very much. So so very much.
Iona
May 1, 2014
Never to be Forgotten...
Sammy
December 21, 2013
As the holidays approach I can't help but notice your presence not around. Giving gifts put a huge smile on your face, one I miss every day big sis. I love you.
Ann Rockers
November 20, 2013
You would have been 29 today. I miss you everyday. I have asked Jesus to give you some beautiful roses today with a long hug and kiss from me. I look forward to seeing your beautiful cherished face my precious daughter. Love forever,mom
ann rockers
July 26, 2013
Beloved Daughter,
Time doesnt change, you are still my precious daughter. You are missed terribly. Losing you so early in life has left a permanent scar on my heart and words can not adequately describe the loss. Only by the grace of God did i survive your passing. Ive learned that deep grief is only something Jesus can hold. And He shed is precious blood for us so that we who believe can inherit eternal life, this has always been my consolation....that i WILL be with you in that beautiful place one day, and the Father holds you in his everlasting arms where you can never be lost, for you are a true child of Gods as you believed and loved Him , this i know with certainty. I will cherish you my tiny dancer my soft angel my daughterand i love you forever... mom
July 18, 2013
George and Ann:
Hard to believe. 10.
Always with you and will never forget,
John and Cindy Kmetz
July 18, 2013
George and Ann:
10. Hard to believe.
Always with you and will never forget,
John and Cindy Kmetz
Justin
July 17, 2013
I love you so much little sis, miss you. Wish we'd had more time.
Tracy Karol
July 5, 2013
A candle in the wind...
Tracy Karol
July 4, 2013
Hello sweet Angel. I know I don't write as often as I used to, but that's not because you aren't always on my mind. Pictures of you are in almost every room of the house; your cousins have grown up with your presence always close. And grown they have - Maddy will be 21 next week; Emily will be 20 in August; and little Ashley will be 17 next month and a senior. Ash feels close to you, she still cries for you. We all miss you, Rach, and when you love someone like you and then lose you, there's a whole in your heart that never really heals. I always wonder, when I see the girls pass through the stages you did, who you'd be today. In my mind you're still 18, just a year older than your baby cousin. Forever 18. I love you more than I can describe...Aunt Tracy
lauren gamache
June 11, 2013
Hey rach. I love And miss ya'll. Life is crazy. Wish we could sit on the bathroom counters still so you could just help me sort all this mess.
liz richardson
May 10, 2013
Rachael,
Where to begin...First off by saying I am so sorry for what happened to you, tiffany, marcus and adelbert. I went to school with three of you, and your sister I had a journalism class with. It is going on ten years now, and even though I didn't know you very well I am still "not over it". I now know I never will be. Then I think of your family and my heart wrenches. I pray for you and your family all the time. I was at your viewing and the vigil at "the house" and nothing about this makes any more sense to me ten years later than it did then. As I grow older, I remember you and wonder what you would be doing in your life at that time. You made such an impact on our school, on everybody that knew you. You were so very nice and kind, and your smile could be seen from a mile away. Your hair, when I think of you I remember your bright beautiful hair bouncing all over. Gorgeous. I saw your page, I've been crying ever since. I just wanted you to know that I have not forgotten, nor will I ever. I think of you and what happened literally every single day of my life. But I have a feeling you already know this. I know you are in a beautiful place right now and are smiling from ear to ear. You deserve nothing but love and peace, and I know you are engulfed in just that. Thank you for being so precious during your time here on earth and touching us all with your grace, thank you for just being you. You were amazing then, and I know even more amazing now.
Liz
Mike & Lori Nooney
April 1, 2013
Rachael, although I never knew you I feel compelled to write after seeing this tragic story. I am thankful for a loving God even though I don't understand his will sometimes. You are obviously in His hands now & I cannot imagine how wonderful that must be.
Michael Stanek Jr
March 6, 2013
I just saw this really tragic story on tv and it makes me so very sick inside. Very very sad. Why did this ever have to happen to such an innocent beautiful young woman? I feel so deeply sorry for the Koloroutis family. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to them. May she peacefully rest now and always be remembered forever
Katie Shaw
March 4, 2013
R.I.p. Angel.
Shannon Holloman
January 27, 2013
You are always missed. I hear a song and I think of you, I pass a place where we spent time together and I think of you. I know you are an angel in heaven shining down on everyone who loved you.
Tracy Karol
January 25, 2013
I am thinking of you sweetie. I love you so much. Aunt Tracy
Angela Almeida
January 23, 2013
As i read this guestbook I always start to cry.I only knew u a short time n u were ALWAYS nice to me.U had a gorgeous smile.I can also see ur father misses u alot.His words in this guestbook r beautiful just like u.
January 21, 2013
Dear Daughter, 2013 is upon us. Soon it will be 10 years since we lost you. Odd.... as it seems like only yesterday......July 18, 2003. When I think of you sweetheart I try very hard not to think about how we lost you but rather the kind of life you lived. How beautiful you were, the kind of daughter you were, the kind of sister you were, the kind of loyal friend you were, the kind of hard worker you were, the talented artist you were, the kind hearted person you were and so on. And I always think of the last conversation we had and the emails we exchanged. I love you with all my heart darling daughter. You are my little girl always and forever.
Love you,
Daddy
Angela Almeida
December 25, 2012
Merry Christmas
December 24, 2012
Dearest daughter, I have not forgotten you and I never will. In fact, I have vivid memories of how much you loved this time of the year.....how much you loved Christmas. Like your sisters, you never wanted to wait until Christmas morning to open your presents and you always preferred to open them on Christmas Eve. And I would always give in. Truthfully, I couldn't wait either as I wanted to see you and your sister's faces light up with excitement and joy. I love you so darling and I miss you terribly.
Daddy
Ann Rockers
December 11, 2012
Beloved you are missed more then ever. Can't wait to see you again. Love, mommy
Angela Almeida
December 10, 2012
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