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for Laura Fortenberry
Sandra Dellinger
August 13, 2010
Still praying for all of you.Laura had grown up to be a beautiful young Lady!!
August 6, 2010
RIP Laura...the memories will carry.
Lisa Davis,RN
August 3, 2010
I am the mother of 4 wonderful children 3 of them are girls.I didn't know you or your daughter but it breaks my heart to hear of your loss.My prayers are for you and your family.So sorry.God bless.
john carroll
August 2, 2010
dont know laura or the family gust wanted to say sorry for your lost stay strong and trust in god
Naomi Moore
August 2, 2010
Laura was a great friend. I just met her this year in Chorus. It is so sad to see her go like this. Everyone LOVED her.
Stacie Towe
August 1, 2010
God Bless you and keep you. I am so sorry for your tragic loss.
Lori Bingham
July 30, 2010
No one knows the pain that you're going through at this moment. Just putting a thought to it upsets me. The guest book entries alone shows that you are being lifted up and bathed in prayer. God is holding you in His arms just as surely as He is holding Lauren now. I hope that you can feel each and every prayer being said for you and your family and that they bring some small measure of comfort to you. I pray that each memory that you have of her brings peace to your heart and a smile to your face. I'll never understand why a tragedy like this has to happen. God Bless you and your family.
tammy harrison-whitney
July 30, 2010
Michelle, I am so sorry for your tragic loss, i can only imagine your broken heart. i didnt know your daughter but i remember you as a young girl and im sure she was a chip off the block. my family and i will keep you in our prayers and i send to you a heart felt message of love and faith.
B. W. Kerr
July 30, 2010
Our hearts go out to all of the friends and family of Laura. To her mother-we know God will comfort you and Laura will be watching over you. So sorry this happened and we know it is hard to understand but I believe God has a different plan for Laura and needs her. Keep your faith and know that even those of us you do not know you -we are keeping you in our prayers.
Courtney
July 30, 2010
I never read the newspaper when my fiance is finished with it. I pick it up off the counter or floor, wherever he left it, and throw it away. But when I went to grab it off the kitchen counter this time, Laura's story was on top. It stopped me in my tracks, and I read the horrifying story. Although I didn't know her, I feel an aching in my heart for her and her family and friends. I pray that somehow God will grant them all a peace, happiness, and understanding.
sharon gentry
July 30, 2010
my heart goes out to you,,i am so sorry for the lose of laura
John
July 30, 2010
Rest in Peace Laura! My thoughts are with you, your family, friends, ECT...
through this difficult time. Words just cannot go deep enough for you all.
Elder Ricky & Robin Brackett
July 29, 2010
On behalf of Harvest Time Church of God in Mt. Holly, we want you to know that our Church will be lifting up your family in prayer! Trust in the Lord with all your heart, lean not unto your own understanding but in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path. May the Lord give you peace and comfort during these difficult times. The Lord Loves you and so do we at Harvest Time!
July 29, 2010
Words could never express how deeply sorry we are. Laura was a beautiful young lady. May God give you peace during this difficult time. We are praying for you all.
Julie and Bobby Self
The Faulkenberry Family, B Jr, L, H, & E
July 29, 2010
You are in our thought's and prayer's.
Bobbi Shapiro
July 29, 2010
May God hold Laura close as He holds you, her family in His loving arms.
~~~ A friend of Susan Whetstine
Melissa Green
July 29, 2010
Yes I am so sorry 4 your lost..She was a friend and I hope the lord gives you the strengh to move forward...I will keep u in my prayers and thoughts
butch gordon
July 29, 2010
my heart goes out to the family and i will have special pray for the family on at the church that i am a member and deacon at. the lord has another smiling face sitting beside him now and the family and friends will get to see her when we all get to heaven. just think she is up there looking down at everyone and saying don't worry i am ok.
melba jean dobson
July 29, 2010
i'm truly sorry for your loss of this beautiful lady.she will always be with you in soul & spirit. i hope you will find some peace with her in heaven with god.
July 29, 2010
My heart grieves for this family. As a mother I send my deepest sympanthy. I hope and pray that God gives you the strength to go forward is such a difficult time.
theresa ollis
July 29, 2010
so sorry the world lost you ,, you will allways be in our prayers
Pam Miller
July 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
July 29, 2010
Chuck and Joy I'm so sorry for your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Craig and Annette Werner
Kay Roukema
July 29, 2010
The sunshine has gone out of my life. My beautiful, loving granddaughter has been taken out of my life. Laura loved everyone and everyone loved Laura. I know that she is in the arms of God.
karen snell
July 29, 2010
Laura!(: you were a good girl, even though i didnt you that well you were on of the sweetest girls ive meet. everytime i seen you in the hallways you had a smile on your face. you was a great friend! my thoughts go out to you and your family. you will be dearly missed :/
Hayley Smarr
July 29, 2010
I'm so sorry for the loss if your daughter. I know that there are no words that anyone can say to make this any easier for your family, but your family is in the prayers of so many people. Carry on her legacy. <3
THe Rameys
July 29, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss...Laura was a beautiful girl.May your memories bring you comfort and may you find comfort in knowing that people care. God Bless.
JIMMY FORTENBERRY
July 28, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April Willis
July 28, 2010
MY prayers and thoughts are with you and your family in this time of need.
Brandon Heavener
July 28, 2010
my heart is with Laura's family and RIP Laura
Cheryl Martin
July 28, 2010
Michelle, I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter. She was a beautiful girl. May God hold you and your family in His loving arms and help you find the strength to go on. My heartfelt prayers are with you and your family.
Katie Wasowicz
July 28, 2010
Michelle and Heath,
My thoughts and prayers are with you guys during this very hard time. I love you and am here for yall always.
Angela Padgett
July 28, 2010
Michelle, Heath, Chuck, Joy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you!
Tammie McCloskey
July 28, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss.My prayers are with you.
m swafford
July 28, 2010
were so sorry for your loss..may god be with you and your family in this tragic time..
The Ropers
July 28, 2010
Our prayers are with your family
July 28, 2010
Don't know what to say... I'm so sorry.
The Parkers
July 28, 2010
My heart is saddened for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Emily Wilson
July 28, 2010
RIP Laura. I didn't know you, but it's pretty obvious you were an amazing young lady!! May GOD wrap his loving arms around your family and give them comfort and peace!!
The Neals
July 28, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
The Woods Family
July 28, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter.May God be with you and comfort you.
The Nelson Family
July 28, 2010
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Netoisha Williams
July 28, 2010
I just met Laura at DeVry. I want to express my condolences to her family and friends. My heart is saddened for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Ronda Watts
July 28, 2010
Michelle, I am so sorry for the loss of your Beautiful daughter. Wish I could find the words to make u feel better. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
MILLIE
July 28, 2010
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.MAY GOD WATCH OVER ALL OF YOU THRU THIS HARD TIME TRUST GOD FOR HE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU.AND KNOW YOU HAVE A SPECIAL ANGEL WATCHING OVER YOU NOW......MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
haley Addington
July 28, 2010
Laura, was an amazing friend I will never forget her or our memories we made and shared I will keep family in prayers
Ricky and Dina Spencer
July 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family for your loss. Laura will truly be missed. May God bless you all.
~ Stowe ~
July 28, 2010
Please know that I and my family are praying for you and your family.... as you go thru the most devastating pain known to mankind... May the Lord comfort you and give you the strength to go on....
Chris Whitlock
July 28, 2010
You and your family will be in my family's prayers, stay strong.
Ashley O'Neal
July 28, 2010
Heath and Michelle my prayers and the prayers of our church our with you all. I cant possible fathom the pain thats in your hearts now but just know that laura has left this world of pain and cruelty to go on and be in a much better place to be the angle she is. Just know that laura is looking down on us all and i know it hurts now but in time we will heal from this tragic event but with god all things are possible and it is possible to smile and remember the beautiful bright young girl that left this world with love for others and ambitions to make the best of her future. brother i know your hurting now but when you think of laura remember the good times and not this tragic event. I love you and michelle both.
John 3:16
Love your sister Ashley
cindy pasour
July 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Suzanne Merck
July 28, 2010
Michelle and Heath please know that David and I are praying for you and know that we are always here for you anytime you need us... We Love you and are VERY SORRY but remember GOD is in Control and he will help you through this again we Love you both and are here for you. Love David and Suzanne Merck
Debbie
July 27, 2010
My prayers are with you in these dark days. May your memories bring you comfort.
bestfriends <3
megan holland
July 27, 2010
my bestfriend, its not fair. its not. I don't understand. she meant the world to me. I can't imagine the pain your feeling michelle. I am lost, words can't explain. my heart is broke and so is my family's. she was not only a fortenberry she was also a sister to me <3 i love you bestfriend and my prayers are with your family and close ones. save me a spot in heaven babygirl !
anita howard
July 27, 2010
michelle i didnt know your daughter but my kids did, eddie said she was your world i know how that is, but she will be watching over you and keeping you safe.
howard and bell family howard
July 27, 2010
we are so sorry fo your lose but she will be watching over you trust that
July 27, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss ...i know your pain ...i lost my 6 yr old daughter jan 14th 2010 only God can help you thru this just trust in him ....i pray that god will give you comfort and peace during this difficult time in your life ...love the rabun family
Melissa Sciaudone
July 27, 2010
I don't know the family, but I just wanted to say that I am thinking about you and my thoughts and prayers are with you. May god bless you and your family. I am very sorry for your loss.
Sharon Avery
July 27, 2010
Im so sorry for ur loss. My daughter shoots with Mary Beth and I remember Jeannie babysitting her. I met you at her house, she was such a sweet little girl. May God be with you during this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Holland
July 27, 2010
Michelle and family I am so sorry for your loss.Laura was an amazing beautiful person.She brought alot of happiness into so many lives including my own.I am praying for all her family and friend's.We have a new beautiful angel watching after all of us.
Like you alway's said best friend's forever <3
Megan Holland
July 27, 2010
July 27, 2010
Beautiful young women ,May god be with you,your family & friends. Joyce Laskowski, Bessemer City.
Rick & Mary Beth Faris
July 27, 2010
You will be missed Laura. We love you very much.
Tonya Bowen
July 27, 2010
Michelle,I am so sorry. I can not begin to imagine how you feel. I remember the first time I saw her beautiful face in her carseat that day.I never imagined from that day I would get the pleasure to get to know you and Laura through Bryan and Patrick's friendship.Just know I moarn with you and you and your family are in our prayers.
Cheryl Haas
July 27, 2010
Michelle, so sorry for your loss. God has gained another angel in heaven. Blessing be upon you and your family.
Karen Taylor
July 27, 2010
Michelle, I'm so sorry for your loss. May God be with your family in this time of sorrow.
July 27, 2010
Michelle,I'm very sorry for your loss. Laura was a sweet and wonderful girl.The times she spent at my house hanging out with Whitney were always happy times. Laura was always smiling. She was the best friend Whitney has ever had the pleasure to have.She will be forever loved and never forgotten. You and your family are in our prayers.
Whitney,Dianne,Dustin,Devan Jackson
Daphne Newman
July 27, 2010
My prayers are with you and your family. God bless you at this difficult time
Gates Family
July 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I pray that God will wrap his arms around you thru this difficult time. Your daughter is an angel watching over you. May GOD Bless you
Brad & Constance Merck
July 27, 2010
Michelle Brad and I are so very sorry for your loss , we know first hand how it feels to loose a child IF there is absolutely anything we can do please let use know , we are praying for you Brad and Constance Merck
madalyn sanford
July 27, 2010
Im sorry may god be with you and heal your hearts. <3
unknown unknown
July 27, 2010
WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. I PRAY THAT GOD COMFORTS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TIME. I WILL KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
Sandy DeJesus
July 27, 2010
I don't know your family or Laura, but it broke my heart when I read the tragedy this morning in the papers. I wanted to tell your family and Laura's friends that I hope you get all the support you need at this terrible time. God will give you strength to get through this time. Lauran R.I.P.
Gene Radford
July 27, 2010
Charles and Michelle, We are so sorry for your loss, if you need anything all you have to do is call us, no matter the time of day.
Tracy & Greg Gibson
July 27, 2010
Heath and Michelle our prayers are with you both.
Laura was such a bright young girl that loved you both very much.Stay strong and keep faith in God and each other and you will get through.We love you.
Cathy Baker
July 27, 2010
Laura was one of the sweetest choral students that I taught last year. She was a sweetheart in class. I know your loss is hard but I will be praying for you and your family.
The Family Fernandez
July 27, 2010
May God surround your family with His peace and comfort during this tragic loss.
You are in our prayers.
The Fernandez Family
Leigh Ann Humphries
July 27, 2010
My son Tyler Humphries graduated with Laura in June, I have heard nothing but positive things about your precious daughter. My heart hurts so bad for you right now and I can only hope with God, family and friends that you can somehow,in time,find peace. Keep her memories close and know that you and your family have your own guardian angel. For me and my family, we will have you in our prayers.
Chastain & Jessica Criswell
July 27, 2010
Michelle, We are so very sorry for your loss. There are no words to describe it. You will be in our prayers in the days that lie ahead.
cassie chapman
July 27, 2010
Michelle,
I am so sorry about your loss. I know she meant the world to you. I will keep your and your family in my prayers.
Landers Family
July 27, 2010
Such a tragic loss, just remember that God has a plan. You and your family trust in God and He will help you through this difficult time. Our prayers are with you and your family.
DeeDee Cheek
July 27, 2010
My prayer and thoughts are with you at this time of your loss. May God comfront you in this time of sorrow.
Autume Green
July 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family n friends of Laura... She was such a sweet girl and she will be missed.
Wanda Currence
July 27, 2010
Michelle my heart goes out to you.Michelle the first time i met Laura was at your wedding.I know she will be truely missed she was your world.My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.May god give you the strength to keep going. Love ya!!!!
Kay McClure
July 27, 2010
May God wrap his arms around you and bring you comfort during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your tragic loss. I too have only one 17 year old daughter who just Graduated from High School and could not immagine the pain and heartbreak you are going through! My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Ron Berry
July 27, 2010
Michelle
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Daughter Laura
My Heart breaks for you and your Family please know that you and your Family are in my thoughts and prayers
seth davis
July 27, 2010
I'm very sorry, i went to school with your daughter back when she use to go to Bessemer she was a really sweet and cool person to be around. I will miss her.
Seth D.
K Bell
July 27, 2010
I will Keep you and your family in my prayers, May God comfort you.
July 27, 2010
Michelle,
There are no words to tell you how sorry we were to hear about Laura. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Richard, Angie, Jessie and Kylie
Jill Smith
July 27, 2010
My prayers are with you and your family. God bless you in this difficult time.
Angel Strader
July 27, 2010
Michelle my heart goes out to you. I can't imagine what you are feeling. May the Lord give you the strength to carry on. Keep your eyes on him and he will lead you through this tragic time. All of us at the Dallas BOA are praying for you.
Felessia Gillan
July 27, 2010
Michelle my heart goes out to you and I will keep you in my prayers.
Victoria Kiser
July 27, 2010
Laura will be truely missed by those of us who her fortunate enough to have known her! I will miss her beautiful smile and caring demeanor. I can only imagine the devastation and grief that you are dealing with, and my thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Karen Tuttle (Sanford)
July 27, 2010
I'm also a single mother, my gut is wrenched with the unimaginable. My daughter Kalee is a student at North Gaston and was friends with Laura. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.
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