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Kathy Spidel
January 27, 2011
We will be marking the day, this Sat., with a walk in the woods just north of Greenville. After the cold temps.and even some snow, the predicted 60 temp. sounds great. Somehow six yrs. have come and gone...we miss her so.
Kathy Spidel/Katie's Mom
Allison Wells
January 26, 2011
Today is January 26, 2011 and I was thinking about Katie. I can't believe Saturday will mark 6 years since she's been gone. I miss her daily.
Mrs. Spidel, I don't think I told you this, but we gave our daughter the middle name Ellen after Katie's middle name.
Love, Alli
Kathy Spidel
February 1, 2007
Greetings to all,
If you are reading this, I imagine perhaps you marked Monday, the 29th, as we did: in quiet reflection of another year gone by without Katie. Time is slowly lessening the pain of her loss; somehow we have "gone on". We are now living in Clemson country and fondly remember our visits there to see Katie in the band (was there a game going on too?). She really loved that school.
Take care everyone and all the best.
Kathy Spidel
November 15, 2005
Welcome to Katie's guest book. I wanted to submit my e-mail address for anyone visiting who could and would share any memories they may have of Katie. Please send them my way---it would mean a great deal to me. Thanks, her mom
Kathy Spidel
September 10, 2005
Dear Family and friends, It's been awhile since I've visited this site. Thank you all for the kind words and remembrances you have shared about Katie. They are very comforting to me. I miss my dear Katie each day.
Shannon Driggers Riesenfeld
August 18, 2005
My sincere condolences to Katie's family and close friends. I met Katie when we lived on the same hall in Holmes our freshman year at Clemson. Katie and I also roomed together in Bristol, England in the summer of 2000. Such a sweet and kind girl! Always had a beautiful smile on her face! I have very fond memories of her.
jen hengehold
April 15, 2005
though i am 2 days late, i wish you a very blessed 25th birthday with the angels and God in Heaven, you are dearly missed yet never will be forgotten. Happy belated 25th b-day
jennie
Aunt Debby, Uncle Victor & C.J. Buccella
April 13, 2005
Today, our Dear Katie, you would have celebrated your 25th Birthday. May the angels be singing and the heavens alive with laughter and joy in celebration of your birth. We miss you and we celebrate your life!
With Much Love Today and Always,
mary lowen
February 24, 2005
I met Katie once when she delivered fruit she was selling for her high school band fund raiser. She was such a nice wonderful girl. She will be missed greatly by her family. I feel that I knew her through her step father George Spidel. My prayers are with all of you. I think all mankind has suffered by her loss. She had so much she could have contributed.
Mary Lowen
Susan Conrad
February 22, 2005
I knew Katie from Harman School and Girl Scouts through Oakwood High School. Katie was always intelligent and very on top of things. It sounds like she could have made many more contributions to the world through her work with the environment. Such a loss to us women scientists. I send my deepest condolences.
Greg,Nancy, Scott and Kelly Finnessy
February 20, 2005
Dear Ryan,John, Kathy, Lauren, Sandi and George,
Honoring
the beautiful memories,
Celebrating
the gracious spirit,
Remembering
a wonderful life.
Tenderly... may time heal your sorrow,
Gently... may peace replace your heartache.
We love you all. Till we meet again, sweet Katie.
Sarah Ashworth Seim
February 18, 2005
I am so sad to hear about Katie's passing. I used to babysit for her when I was in high school. I will always remember her as the kind, intelligent little girl with the sweetest smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Nancy Bell
February 16, 2005
Lauren, Kathy, John, Sandi, George & Ryan,
There are so many things to be said when someone so young is lost to a disease like Leukemia and none of the words seem right. Katie was a precious gift to all of us. The saddest piece is that we do not have her to walk the rest of our journeys with us. We were given a short time in which we could walk as a part of her journey and you should all be very proud of the lovely sister, daughter and wife Katie became. She is a wonderful, beautiful combination of your love and understanding. She has touched each person she has had contact with in a warm and wonderful way. We are truly grateful to have been a part of her life. God truly needed a very special angel to have chosen Katie to join him. Please know that we are here for all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers and God has his arms wrapping you in the love of family and friends.
Katie, until we met again, we love you.
Uncle Griff, Aunt Nancy, Jay & Shannon Bell
Bob , Lori ,Katie and Zachary Gross
February 15, 2005
Dear Finnesy family ,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers
during your time of such loss.
We had the pleasure of having Katie and Laureen in our life at Minot Air Force Base , North Dakota
When John's family arrived ( we were Duke Center friends)
we were able to have the girls with us often as they moved into their new home and when we could babysit other times. My family will
have fond memories of the two girls and our Katie playing endlessly. We feel so blest to have had, even if for just 1 1/2 years, to have been a part your lives. God Bless
Rachel Tepfer
February 15, 2005
Katie was an inspiration to me not only in highschool, but during her battle with cancer. I once wrote her while I was visiting family in Houston, offering her any help I could give, and she said she really didn't need anything, she had it all. She told me she had it all under control and she knew her family was strong and that she had such a great support system. She wasn't worried about herself, she told me, only about her husband and family. Katie was a wonderful person and will always live in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with all of her family.
Arline Mues
February 15, 2005
Katie was a shining star in our family. There are no words to express the sadness and grief we feel for Ryan and his family, her mother Kathy, stepfather George, sister Lauren, father John and all the family members and friends who loved her. Katie touched many lives in a myriad of ways and she will never be forgotten. Much love and prayers for healing from her Uncle Craig, Aunt Arline, Cousins Leah, Lynn, and Courtney.
Lois Shelton
February 14, 2005
Our love ones forever live in our hearts. May God give you strength to endure your grief.
Brian and Rita Hough
February 13, 2005
We are deeply saddened by your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Love,
Brian and Rita Hough
Dru Likens Pape
February 12, 2005
Dearest Katie,
Peace to your journey,
Love and light to your path,
One in spirit,
Journey well!
Dear Families,
Katie was obviously the embodiment of love! She continues to be that love, embodied now, in the spirit with which she has gifted each of us.
From my deepest heart, I hold each of you in the arms of prayer.
Kathy, always, I'm here for you.
jen hengehold
February 12, 2005
Ryan,
where can i find the words, the service for katie which was held in dayton ohio was so beautiful for such a very special young lady who was truly loved and cared for by you and your families. God will give you and your families his peace and comfort, if you would like to e-mail me please feel free to, I am here for you my friend, your in my thoughts and prayers. I am so glad to have been able to go to the service and reception to celebrate the life of your beautiful wife katie, though i didn't know her, i know her memory will be truly cherished by all who did, she is gone, never will be forgotten.
Toni&Randy Seymour/Alexander
February 11, 2005
To John and Sandy, and other family
members. When god called his katie
home no one new the hour or the day ,not any of us. God knew Katie was tired and he started putting together a bouquet of flowers. and after gathering all the flowers his arrangement still was not complete ,so he reach down here on earth and picked his flower;Katie.And his bouquet was complete.GOD WANTS FLOWERS TOO!!!
Leah Stathopoulos
February 11, 2005
Katie was an inspiration to me in high school. She spent countless hours tutoring me in algebra during 9th and 10th grade. She's the only person I know who could teach equtions and still make me laugh. My sympothy goes out to her loved ones and friends.
Molly Johnston
February 10, 2005
I went to school with Katie in Oakwood OH. We played Field Hockey together and shared some of the same friends. I remember Katie as being very mature and very compassionate, which are qualities not often found in teenagers. She was very sweet and caring. Although I haven't spoken with her in years, I have thought of her often and hoped that she was happy, successful and in love. Her family and spouse will be in my prayers.
Victor, Debby & Christopher Buccella
February 10, 2005
Ryan, Lauren, John, Kathy and Families,
Our precious Katie is now at peace wrapped in the loving arms of God and her Grandpa and Grandma. For her there will be no more pain, no more heartache. She has brought so much love and joy into so many lives. She has touched so many people in so very many ways. Her smile will always be remembered as it radiated warmth, caring and a love of life. Until we are once again together, Katie, we love you!
We were blessed to have been a part of her 24 years of living...And living is exactly what she did. She was a remarkably talented young lady with so many accomplishments. Accomplishments most could only dream of, yet, Katie would strive until she attained her goals and there was no goal that was out of her reach.
Time cannot heal your pain. Time can merely help you deal with your pain. Your hearts will ache and your eyes will tear, but with time a smile will come on your face when you think of her love that she shared with you and how truly you were blessed to have Katie as your wife, sister, daughter, relative and most of all friend.
May you find comfort in knowing that she is with each of you always in all that you do, walking beside you with a hand to hold or a shoulder to lean on. And may you always have quiet, gentle, tender places in your hearts that belong to only her.
May God comfort you and cradle you in the palm of his hands.
Love and Prayers today and always,
Michael Ferrazza
February 9, 2005
My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to both the Proud and Finnessy families at this most difficult time.
Mike Ferrazza
Jennifer Morland
February 9, 2005
Katie and I were on the Speech and Debate Team in high school together. I will always have fond memories of going on tournament trips with her and watching in awe of what a hard worker she was. I send my deepest sympathy to her family. She will always be in my fondest memories.
Kim & Paul Kolleck
February 9, 2005
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Aaron Lewis
February 8, 2005
I was lucky enough to get to go to both high school and college with katie. It was always nice to see a familiar face on campus freshman year. She succeeded in everything she did. We'll miss you.
Lindsey England
February 8, 2005
My sympathy goes out to both Katie and Ryan's family. I went through confirmation with Katie at Christ United Methodist Church, as well as attending Clemson University at the same time. I don't remember ever seeing her without a smile on her face. It is people like Katie who make this world a better place. She will be greatly missed!
Jen Hengehold
February 8, 2005
there are not enough words to say at this very tragic time, my heartfelt sympathy goes to you all who knew this very special lady who was taken from this world to soon, i believe that Katie is with God and the angels, yet it doesn't make the pain any less, i never knew Katie, I did however know Ryan and his family back to high school days at centerville. I am planning on going to the memorial service this saturday, and please feel free if you have e-mail to write me at the e-mailing address i gave you. To katie's family and friends I pray that God will give you his comfort and peace during this time. I believe in my heart that you will meet again in Heaven and times will be alot brighter, I am sorry that I am writing so long, please forgive me. May The Lord bless you and keep you may his face shine upon you. Ryan, as one of your forever friends i am here for you, i am also praying for you, your in my thoughts right now.
Drew & Christine Hazelton
February 8, 2005
Our sympathies go out to both the Finnessy and Proud familes.
Drew & Christine Hazelton
marge hazelton
February 8, 2005
Even though we only met Katie once,
Jon and I could plainly see what a special young lady she was. It was so obvious how much she was loved by Ryan and the rest of the Proud Family. She was a very brave person to fight so hard for her life meeting challengs head on. How fortunate she was to have the love and support of Ryan, The Prouds, and her family throughout her tremendous ordeal. I know she will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. Unfortunately, we are out of town until March 1st, so we will not be able to attend her services.
Fondly,
Marge and Jon Hazelton
Patty @ Phil DiFrancesco
February 7, 2005
Our sincerest sympathies to the Finnessey and Proud families on your tragic loss. From her Aunt Debby we know Katie was a wonderful human being and her premature death will leave a great void in the hearts of her family and friends. Our prayers are with you.
Kathy & Fred Hartrick
February 7, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to Betty's family. We were neighbors on Loughboroh Lake in Canada for many years. She will be greatly missed.
Michelle Idell
February 7, 2005
Katie and I played field hockey in high school. I remember her as extremely positive, funny and completely dedicated to her team.
She was a delight of a lady.
I am very sorry that Katie was taken too early in her life. You are in my deepest prayers.
-Michelle
Holly & Shelley Hollister
February 7, 2005
John, Betty, and Deb.
We are so sorry at your loss.
Our hopes and prayers go with you during this time. May God comfort you.
Holly, Shelley, Ericca and Jackson Hollister
Diana Voellinger
February 6, 2005
Please accept our deepest sympathy. My husband, Mark, and I are neighbors of Betty's on Loughborough Lake.
Kevin, Vicki, Melville & Eileen Simpson
February 6, 2005
Dear John, Ryan and families.
We are so sorry for this news.
Katie will always be remembered as a chip off the old block...beautiful, kind, loving and giving.
May God keep her and love her in paradise with Grampa Jim, also our dear and wonderfully remembered friend.
Rita Richardson
February 6, 2005
I have no words to express the sorrow I feel on learning of Kathryn's death and your indescribable depth of loss. What a tribute to all her family that she achieved so very much in such a short time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers in the weeks and months to come. We are so sorry for your loss
Dave and Gwen Milner
February 4, 2005
Dear John and Sandi,
No words can express how deeply saddened we are to hear of Katie's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always.
Jon, Michelle, Andrew, and Matthew Holztrager
February 3, 2005
We only knew Katy thru John and Sandy, our back-yard Appleton neighbors. All of us would have loved to have made her acquaintance.
Our prayers for her in life are the same as for her at rest: That she and her loved-ones would find perfect peace with the Creator who loves us all.
Kathie Murphy
February 3, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this sorrowful time. I only knew Katie from hearing about her on the Maud-L list, but what I heard of her was wonderful. I know she will be greatly missed.
Glenda Reynolds
February 3, 2005
Dear John and Sandi,
I am so sorry. Charlie and I think of you often, and we will make sure you are in our prayers.
Glenda
Jonathan Janego
February 3, 2005
Ryan- My deepest sympathy. She was a great girl. Please accept my prayers.
Julika Michna
February 2, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with Ryan, Katie's family, and all of her loved ones. Although I only knew Katie a short time at Rice, I foundly remember her warm spirit and kind heart. I was very saddened to hear that she is gone, but glad to know she is finally at peace. God's bless Katie in her eternal rest.
Lisa Egan
February 1, 2005
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Lisa from Maud-L
Sara Collins
February 1, 2005
I only knew Katie through her Aunt Arline on the Maud-L list.
My sympathy and prayers go out to all her husband, families, and friends.
Aloha `oe, Katie.
Suzanne Nezin
February 1, 2005
I have followed Katie & Ryan's love story over the last year through her aunt and my friend, Arline. I've been moved to tears many times over the strength and courage of these young people as they fought so hard, first to make Katie well, and then to keep her alive. It is a tragedy that they did not succeed, but a triumph in the way they lived their life together. My deepest condolences to those in Katie's family who have lost so much.
Rich Mrozinski
February 1, 2005
Ryan, my prayers are with you and Katie's family.
Lindsay Wellman
February 1, 2005
Ryan and the Finnessy Family - I am so sorry for your loss. Katie made an impact on so many people. She was a wonderful big brother and friend to me while we were in Clemson. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Ellen (Maud-L) Grod
February 1, 2005
I also only knew Katie from Maud-L. Her Aunt Arline offered us glimpses of a wonderful and loved daughter, wife, sister, and niece.
Katie is now free of pain and suffering as I am sure she outshines any star.
I send my heartfelt prayers in this time of sorrow and hope that your memories of happier times will bring you peace.
Bethany Pheneger
February 1, 2005
I knew Katie only through her Aunt Arline on the Betsy-Tacy list-serv, but I mourn her loss as a loss to mankind as well as to her family. That such a promising life is taken is inexplicable, but perhaps, unbeknownst to us, Katie had fulfilled her purpose on earth and is called to a better life. May you all find the peace that Katie has now.
Renata Jones
February 1, 2005
Deepest sympathy and condolences to Katie's family. Sleep peacefully, Katie. The Kappa Beta Chapter will continue to "Strive for the Highest" in your honor. AEA
Emily Osier
February 1, 2005
Katie was a such a terrific person. It was such a joy to have her in the piccolo section and in my squad when she was a freshman and I was a senior. She was always so upbeat and I could count on a good laugh from her every practice. She is the kind of person that I wish I could be more like. I'm honored to call her my brother and my friend. AEA always,
Emily
Don Pearson
February 1, 2005
Kathy and Lauren I was very much saddened to hear about Katie's death. She was such a fine person. Our family will also miss her very much.
Ellen Koenig
February 1, 2005
One need only look at the variety of entries spanning the entire country on this first page to realize how truly special Katie IS. It doesn't seem right, such a bright star should fade, and I can find no answers. My thoughts always turn to Ryan and Katie's parents, whose loss i cannot fathom. I hope to see you in Ohio, and offer you what memories and regret I may.
Goodnight, Katie. I'll miss you.
Elyse M. Evans member of the Maud-L Listserv
January 31, 2005
Ryan, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
Guusje Moore
January 31, 2005
The entire Besty-Tacy list was praying for Katie. We felt as though she was one of us. Our sympahty with you in your loss.
Guusje
Maud Hart Lovelace List
Mark Spede
January 31, 2005
On behalf of the Clemson University Tiger Band family, I offer Katie's family and friends our deepest sympathies.
Douglas Brunson
January 31, 2005
Ryan, I am so sorry. I enjoyed the time with Katie over the many years as we both worked for our degrees in Bio-systems Engineering. I only met you a couple times as you visited Clemson, and you both have been in my prayers. I agree, words can't express the pain created by her loss. My prayers are with all the family.
Rhett Gramling
January 31, 2005
My prayers and thoughts have been with you all. I am so sorry for your loss and will be thinking of you daily. Katie was such a wonderful person who touched so many people, it is just so hard to believe she is gone.
Steven Matthies
January 31, 2005
Katie touched the lives of so many and set an example of who we should be; to truly Strive for the Highest. She will be part of us always. To all her family and friends, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Clemson University/KKPsi
Jerome and Jessica Jackson
January 31, 2005
Our deepest symphathy. Rest in peace, Katie!!! AEA!
Barbara Gilland
January 31, 2005
I only knew Katy through her aunt Arline but I could see how special she was to everyone. I had sent her cards and I hope it brought alittle sunshine into her life. My heart is breaking for you and that the memories of her will give you some peace. Take care!
Allison Wells
January 31, 2005
Ryan & the Finnessy Family,
Everyone here in the Clemson area was deeply saddened by the loss of Katie. She was a dear friend, roommate and brother. We all loved her very much.
Susan Wagenhals
January 31, 2005
I only knew Katie through Arline Mues' reports to the Maud-L listserve over this past year of Katie's life. From all I have gathered, a beautiful spirit joined the stars and the heavens today. My condolences to all who knew her.
Sally Hand
January 31, 2005
Ryan - my thoughts and prayers are with you. Your loss is a loss for the entire world. I only knew Katie through the eyes of her Aunt Arlene, but the picture she painted was of a wonderful woman. Know the ladies of Maud will always have you in our hearts.
Marney Wilde
January 31, 2005
I'm taking this opportunity to extend sympathies to Katie's entire family.
Marney
Betsy-Tacy Listserve member
Kathy Havins
January 31, 2005
My deepest condolences to your family. Katie and her family have been in our prayers and thoughts for some months now and her family will continue to be there.
Kathy Havins of the Maud Hart Lovelace List Serv
Stephanie Schottel
January 31, 2005
Ryan, my prayers are with you and your family.
Matthew Schottel
January 31, 2005
I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss. No words can express the pain that is now being felt. Do not hold back in your mourning. In this difficult time, remember to turn to your friends and family, who will do anything for you.
Guusje Moore
January 31, 2005
Her Aunt Arline kept us all posted on Katie's battle against her cancer on the Betsy-Tacy / Maud list. She was in our thoughts constantly.
I'm so sorry she wasn't triumphant.
Guusje Moore in Houston
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