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Amy Caroline Nuara

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Richmond, Virginia

Amy Nuara Obituary

Amy Caroline Nuara, 30, of Oakland, Calif., died unexpectedly Wednesday, August 6, 2003 while rock climbing above San Francisco Bay. She is survived by her mother, Brenda E. Driver and her husband, Dell; her father, Dr. Joseph C. Nuara and his wife, Rita; four sisters, Diana N. Graziano and her husband, David, Rebecca L. Nuara, Jeanne M. Nuara, and Mary Louise Nuara; one niece, Sophia K. Graziano. Funeral notice later. The Bliley Funeral Homes’ Central Chapel in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Aug. 11, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Amy Nuara

60 Entries

Aunt Ginny

August 5, 2023

Amy, you will always be in our hearts and minds.
Love, Aunt Ginny.

Aunt Ginny

August 6, 2022

Hope you and your dad are enjoying being with each other.

Virginia Nuara Hudert

August 6, 2021

Always in our thoughts

virginia hudert

August 5, 2020

Dear "Little Bird" we will always remember you with Love,Aunt Ginny and family.

Emily

January 16, 2004

To Brenda, Diana, Joe, Becky, and everyone else who cared for Amy,

You are still in our thoughts and prayers, and we still miss her terribly.

Christina Schumacher

October 27, 2003

Dear Mrs. Driver, Diana, and family,

I was visiting the mausoleum last weekend and was shocked and saddened to find a familiar name had been added since I was there last. My deepest sympathies go out to you for the tragic and sudden loss of Amy. I remember her from our days at St. Michael’s and how gifted she already was then. It seems that she certainly has touched many lives over the past years, and in pursuing her dreams, has lived a fuller life than many ever may. May your happy memories of her live on and bring you comfort. You are in my prayers.

Christina Schumacher

Christine Kennedy

September 22, 2003

The first time I met Littlebird, it was through the honor of her and Kristi playing music at my house. I had only moved to San Francisco weeks before that moment, and I remember marveling at how the city was filling me full of what I sought. That is- I came to San Francisco, as perhaps many others, to find open minded people, with all kinds of lifestyles, who find more truth in each other than in the television. I also remember thinking how incredibly talented they were (professionals) and felt sorry that I couldn't offer more of an audience since I had just arrived. Kristi and Littlebird said that they didn't mind & played for a humble audience of about seven for several hours. That's how I thought of Kristi and Littlebird, sweet, giving, and amazingly talented.

I then spent several nights playing D&D with Littlebird, my boyfriend Chris, and other friends. I remember thinking how sweet and shy she was. She was quiet and I probably took that quietness to mean that it would be difficult to befriend her better. However, that was an oversight on my part. In the aftermath of Littlebird's death, I realize that she could be any one of the kind aquaintances that one meets in day. I recognize now, that I want to extend my friendship towards such kindness with more awareness of the fragility of its being.

Kristi, it was with you that I saw Littlebird leave her shell and speak aloud. I hope that you realize what a great gift you are/were to her and to others. Thank you for playing your loving, gentle songs, even to a humble audience who can hardly return what you give. The memory resides in me. My condolences and love to you Kristi and to Littlebird's family. In peace....

Kirsty Curran

September 22, 2003

I read of this tragic loss on a Tori Amos website, and was deeply moved. littlebird must have been a truly beautiful soul, and i wish love and peace to her life partner and family. you are in my thoughts and prayers

Sarah Woolf

September 17, 2003

My deepest respect and sincerity to Littlebird's life partner Kristi. I'm sorry I never got to meet your soulmate. She had to a beautiful person because she chose you, Kristi, for her lover.

In sisterhood,

Sarah

Virginia Nuara Hudert

September 6, 2003

Dear Amy,

Your cousins and I miss you. We remember all the happy days spent at Nana's-putting on shows and eating pasta. Maybe Nana's cooking for you,now. Thanks for the music-

Are you jamming with Grandpa Nuara? We will remember you. Love Aunt Ginny, JoeIII, John, MAry and PAul.

Si Clare

September 5, 2003

Amy Caroline Nuara was an extraordinary person. She touched so many lives; and so many hearts are broken by her absence. Stop all the clocks and cover up my heart, for a light has gone out of my life forever. Our world will never be the same.

I love you, Amy.

Emily Grieves

September 2, 2003

H'amy - blessings and love to your spirit as it travels to the Light, and to all your loved ones as they grieve and heal. It was an honor to have known you and to have experienced the depth and insight of your music. May you be forever held in love by your angels.

AmberJoy

September 2, 2003

My thoughts and prayers are with all of those people who loved Amy. Especially present in my prayers is her mother Brenda. I'm so terribly sorry for your loss, its magnitude is unspeakable.

Amy will live on through her music, art, friends and family. I was blessed to call her my friend and will remember her and keep her in my heart forever.

All of my love and prayers,

AmberJoy

Sharon (Kubert) Alexander

August 31, 2003

Mr. & Mrs. Driver

and Dr. and Mrs. Nuara,

Amy was a tremendous part of my experience at RISD as well as the experience we shared at FACTS Nursery.

She was great (a shining star) and we just loved to hear her giggle - her laugh was so sincere!

A million hugs to your whole family.

Lavender Rose

August 29, 2003

I have this gem on my Mother's website, and I thought I'd share it here. My sincere condolences. Just remember though, that you will see her again.

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I am standing on the seashore. A ship spreads her sails to the morning breeze and starts for the ocean. I stand watching until she fades on the horizon and someone at my side says, "She is gone!"

Gone where? The loss of sight is in me, not in her. Just at the moment when someone says, "She is gone," there are others who are watching her coming. Other voices take up the glad shout, "Here she comes!"

And THAT is dying.

---Anonymous

Johnna Price

August 27, 2003

Little Bird,

I just read Kristi's story of your life. You were a truly remarkable person. I am sorry to hear of your death. I know you are now in a place where no one will pass judgement on you. You can now rest in peace. Through Kristi's words I can tell she really loved you. As well as many others. You will be missed. And I am sure never forgotten. Love, Johnna

julia luckenbill

August 27, 2003

spent a glorious green hike to the little farm with little bird and kristi. had wished for more. the loss is immense. All my love,julia

Jenna Buckner

August 27, 2003

I had the pleasure of watching Kristi and littlebird at a friend's home. I left with a littlebird CD. I am truly saddened that she left this world prematurely. I hope littlebird will leave a reminder for us all to love, accept and value all individuals for the miracle of who they are, regardless of how that manifests. Kristi, you gave littlebird much happiness, may you know she is with you in love and spirit. And to all who loved littlebird, I wish you healing.

Julie A. Booher

August 26, 2003

Dear Kristi,

My heart is broken knowing all you have been through in these last few weeks. I know that your life-partner / soul-mate Littlebird has

left her body; but in leaving, she

is now able to join you in ways that

were not possible before. Look for

her in the wind, duing the flight of birds, on the waves in the water

and in your heart. Love, Joog <.>

Melissa Gilbert

August 26, 2003

I am so sorry that I did not have a chance to meet Littlebird. I so enjoyed hearing her voice along with Kristi's and Kristi's stories of her conversations and wonderful relationship with Littlebird.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Littlebird's family and friends, especially Kristi, during these difficult times.

Much love, Melissa

Barbara Eichin

August 24, 2003

My prayers and thoughts are with Kristi, littlebird's partner in music and in life, and the Nuara family.

May everyone who knew and loved littlebird/Amy hold the life she lived as sacred.

I pray that love, truth and acceptance will be as much a part of her legacy as her music.

holly nollen

August 24, 2003

i miss you amy. visit us once in awhile, will you? rest in peace you pure, gentle soul.

Nikki

August 21, 2003

There are some things in life that are unexplainable and the passing of Littlebird is one. Her beauty will shine forever. A new angel has spread her wings for Kristi-the love of her soul-and family and friends of Amy. Hopefully, she can see all of you come together to celebrate her life as she watches from her place of eternal happiness.

Blessed be.

Leslie Piken

August 20, 2003

My most heartfelt condolensces to Kristi Martel, and Amy/Littlebird's family-

The loss of someone so loved troubles many a soul- but my thoughts and prayers lie with those who loved her most- Kristi- her love, and her life-long partner, and her family. I send love and peace in your time of grief.

Terri Echelbarger

August 19, 2003

Powerful truthteller, weaver of word and song, now wind dancer, joining voice with the angels of heaven. My condolences to all who loved her and remain here to miss her, as will I. Namaste.

Those of us from the Oakland Animal Shelter

August 19, 2003

From those fellow volunteers at the Oakland Animal Shelter, we will miss Littlebird's presence so much. It is rare to find a person so genuinely kind. All of her dog, kitty and human friends will miss her greatly.

Rae Monaco

August 18, 2003

Dear Kristi and family,

The love that you shared with Amy will always live on. She will be with you now and always. Always remember that she loved all of you and that you all made her life special and important to her. My deepest sorrow and my most heartfelt prayers are with you all.

Liz Bagley (formerly Davis)

August 18, 2003

Brenda & Dell, I just heard this sad, sad, sad, sad news. I remember Amy so very well from my wonderful days at Trinity Episcopal School and how very,very talented she was. I have thought about her (and Diane) so many times since hearing this tragic news--rock climbing--what a sweet and refreshing spirit she was. I know you are all sufferering unbelieveable grief--such a tragedy. Dell and Brenda and Diane, please know you are in my prayers. Love and very special thoughts to you all...do let me know if I can help in any way, Liz (Davis) Bagley

Dick Hill

August 18, 2003

I was work colleague of H'amy's several years ago. Although we didn't directly work together and I can't say that I knew her, H'amy impressed me with her talent and dedication to her art. I got the feeling that she had a deep inner strength. Best wishes to her family and all the special people in her life.

Kimberle Jacobs

August 17, 2003

The loss of Amy is truly a tragedy. She graced our home with her music last year. We were looking forward to many future concerts with Littlebird and Kristi. Amy was a tremendously talented musician with a vital spirit. She will be greatly missed.

Miss Xanna Don't

August 17, 2003

I'm stunned and shocked to hear of Littlebird's sudden departure from this world. My deepest sympathies go out to her family and especially to her partner, Kristi.

Juliet Mowrey

August 17, 2003

Kristi,

I read about the loss of Amy and wanted to let you know how very sorry I am. May you find comfort in these next few days, months, and years to come in many loving, happy memories of Amy. Please believe Amy is with you in spirit and eternal love. Also, find solace in knowing you two will be reunited in peace and love one day. She's with you now and forever... I'm playing the theme to "Love Story" for you and in Amy's memory.

Juliet

Michelle

August 16, 2003

My deepest condolences to the family, especially to Amy's partner, Kristi, who is mourning the loss of her soulmate.

Emily Hoyer

August 16, 2003

Condolences to all of Amy's loved ones on this enormous loss. You are in our hearts and prayers during this time.

b Sevigny

August 16, 2003

To the family of Littlebird, especially the love of her life and soulmate, Kristi,

i am so deeply saddened and shocked to hear of Littlebird/Amy's death. i will certainly be thinking of you and keeping my hopes high for you as you deal with this tragedy. Although i did not know Littlebird personally, the beauty that she brought to our world is an outstanding contribution that will long outlive her untimely passing. My blessings to Kristi who has suffered the heart breaking loss of a life-partner in music and love. May the love you and Littlebird shared be the light that continues to shatter prejudice.

With love,

~b (University of New Hampshire)

Nancy Nadeau

August 16, 2003

To Littlebird's family and friends,

Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of Littlebird.

I only met Littlebird a few times when she and my daughter, Kristi, visited.

She was a gentle and kind soul. She was also very talented. Her music is powerful and her lyrics are profound and touching. I wish I could have known her better.

I know my daughter is feeling a tremendous loss. They were like family to each other and planned to be for life in one way or another.

My parents, who met and liked Littlebird, are also deeply saddened. She touched so many lives.

Phil Stone

August 16, 2003

Joe,

I was so sorry to hear this tragic news. My heart and prayers are with you and your family. May you find some comfort that life continues for all eternity and loved ones will be reunited.

Blessings,

Phil

Melanie Smith

August 16, 2003

What a talented performer we have lost. My condolences to Littlebird's partner, Kristi Martel.

anthony deep

August 16, 2003

Dear Joe and Rita, My deepest sympathy goes out to you for your tragic loss. Tony Deep

John Bond

August 16, 2003

So sorry to hear of the death of Amy. My condolences go to her partner, Kristi Martel.

Peter & Sharon Kalinski

August 16, 2003

To Diana & Family,

Diana, we were so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister, Amy. Although we did not know Amy, Please know that you and your family are in out thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Peter & Sharon

Jennifer & Dana Felion-Nordaune

August 15, 2003

Our sympathies to all who feel the loss of Amy's (aka littlebird's) presence. Special condolences go to Kristi Martel, littlebird's soulmate and joy.

Laura Gilleran

August 15, 2003

I first met Amy Caroline Nuara, a.k.a. H'Amy Littlebird Nuara in 1997 at MCCSF. She was my beloved church sister, and I will miss so much about her. My condolences go out to her soulmate and life partner Kristi Martel, all of her family, her friends, and family of choice who have been fundamentally altered by her loving spirit and her passing.

Rich Seibert

August 15, 2003

My heart goes out to Kristi and the Nuara family! I can't imagine the sense of loss you must feeling and I wish you strength in recovery. I encountered Amy/Littlebird and Kristi at a concert here in Santa Cruz, and their love for life and incredible sounds will always live in my memories.

Lisa Ridlon

August 15, 2003

I was deeply saddened to hear of Littlebird's death. Littlebird had a beautiful voice and many talents and had so much to offer the world. My thoughts are with Kristi, Littlebird's love and partner, as well as with her friends and family.

Gia

August 15, 2003

Dear Friends and Family of Amy, who I knew as "Littlebird":

I am deeply grieved to hear of this enormous loss. I had the privilege to meet Amy on numerous occasions as she performed throughout the Bay Area with her close companion, wonderful partner and fellow artist Kristi Martel. Amy spread much joy and inspired many through her beautiful voice and music. No doubt, her memory will be further kept alive by the many people she touched through her music and other gifts/talents. Please do not forget this.

My heart goes out to all of you, including Kristi, who I know loves Amy/Littlebird very much.

With deepest sympathy,

Gia

Phil Robinson

August 15, 2003

I'll remember her smile. Her whole personality smiled.

A MacLean

August 15, 2003

I am sorry to hear the news. I worked with H'amy back in 98-99 in SF. She was such a funny, talented and genuinely kind person. My best to you.

Bob Bedell

August 14, 2003

I was saddened to read of this tragedy. I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to Brenda and her family. I knew Amy only as a young child, but I have a clear recollection of her at that age.

Jenny Jacoby

August 14, 2003

To Amy's parents,sisters, and family ...

I have known Amy since the third grade. We became friends while swinging on the playground at St. Michael's. My son is the same age Amy and I were when we met. He loves Amy and admires her almost as much as I do. My family and friends all have her music, she sold quite a few cd's at my wedding and recently at a concert in our home. We will all keep singing her songs for years to come! Amy was beautiful, childlike, spiritual, sweet, and playful...just an angel waiting to go back home. There's not a doubt in my mind that all of heaven rejoiced when she came to join the choir! Everyone at our church (St. Andrew's Episcopal) here in California is praying for everyone who lost Amy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

All my love,

Jenny Jacoby

Mary Smith

August 14, 2003

My sympathies are with Amy's entire family, especially with her partner in work and in life, Kristi.

Don Cartwright

August 14, 2003

Amy- I am so glad I had a chance to play drums with you. I look forward to seeing you again someday.

Family- Amy is one of the most genuinely sweet people I've ever met. You must be very proud of her.

Love, Don

Lauren MacIvor

August 14, 2003

Becky, Jeannie and Weezie, Dr. and Mrs. Nuara, I am keeping you in my prayers.

Mary & John Lucas

August 14, 2003

Dear Brenda and Joe,

We want you to know that our hearts ache for you and the rest of your family at this sad time, and we send our love. Know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.

Mary & John

Judy Hayes Fischer

August 14, 2003

Joe,

I was so sorry hear of your loss. Jean B. notified those of us from our St. Bridget's class who are still in contact with one another.

I want you to know that you and your family are in my prayers.

Judy

Sharon Clark Chang

August 14, 2003

Condolences to Joe and Rita on the loss of their lovely daughter. I'll keep Amy and all the rest of the family in my prayers.

LINDA (MOORE) FAAS

August 13, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Linda & Rudy

Bill and Kaye Ferguson

August 12, 2003

Amy, you are missed very much. Best wishes to the family, especially to Brenda, a very loving Mother.

Ann Clement

August 11, 2003

I am so sorry to hear the news of Amy's death.My heartfelt sympathy to the Nuara Family. I will be thinking of you all during this hard time, I am so sorry.

Ann Clement

Blake Smith

August 11, 2003

I am deeply saddened by the news of Amy's death and I offer my deepest condolences to her family and friends. Amy's mother, Brenda, and my mother, Joy, have been close friends since college and Amy and I were born in the same year. Amy and I had good times together in Richmond as children and I will miss her.

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