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Mary Read Obituary
Read was born in South Korea into an Air Force family and lived in Texas and California before settling in the northern Virginia suburb of Annandale.
Read, 19, considered a handful of colleges, including nearby George Mason University, before choosing Virginia Tech. It was a popular destination among her Annandale High School classmates, according to her auntKarenKuppinger.
She had yet to declare a major.
"I think she wanted to try to spread her wings," said Kuppinger, of Rochester, N.Y.
Kuppinger said her niece had struggled adjusting to Tech's sprawling 2,600-acre campus. But she had recently begun making friends and looking into a sorority.
Kuppinger said the family started calling Read as news reports surfaced.
"After three or four hours passed and she hadn't picked up her cell phone or answered her e-mail ... we did get concerned," Kuppinger said. "We honestly thought she would pop up."
Please sign the Guest Book for this victim of the shootings on Monday, April 16, 2007, at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg, Virginia.
Copyright © 2007 The Associated Press
301 Entries
Alexander
January 29, 2020
You did not perish in vain, Mary. God bless.....
irene babirye
May 12, 2014
i didnt know you until yesterday.yesterdays sermon in church was on forgiveness and letting go,we watched a clip of yours on forgiveness,i touched me deeply,i yearned to read more on the person with a beautiful heart that had a beautiful message.Today i decided to look you up,and then it hit me,took me aback to read that you were no more,and to learn that you died at such a tender age,thank you for touching my life even when you are gone,may your legacy live forever.Rest peacefully beautiful Angel.
Amanda
December 5, 2011
Mary Read was one of my best friends when I was 6 years old living in Seoul, South Korea. We both lived in the same complex in Korea and shared many memories together. I know this message is long overdue but to know that she is gone now hurts deeply. Mary, I miss you and looking back on your pictures brought back so many childhood memories.
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Charlie Manott
April 16, 2011
We never met but I'm giving a talk tomorrow for our church's youth group about forgiveness - we are exploring the Lord's prayer one phrase at a time. My part is "as we forgive those who trespass agaist us." My research brought me to your last journal entry and the video on You Tube in your memory. It touched my heart so deeply that I feel guided by the Spirit to mention this into my talk. How profound! How wise and insightful. You brought your faith into the real world.
Christina Le
November 7, 2010
Hi I kno you because you helped mrs.Anh teach u and stuff.
Jaclyn Brackett
August 10, 2010
Thought of you today and wanted to say people are still thinking about you!!
May 1, 2010
3 years Since You passing in April 2007 you now in Heaven With God When He Called you Home When You left Your Body you Will Forever live on
Emy
November 5, 2009
I have never met Mary but the words her dad read from her diary at her funeral will always be in my heart. It is amazing how her faith has reached hearts beyond her life! And as for me, she has taught me a lesson about forgiveness and after reading the article about her life, I want to be closer to God and become a better person. So I thank God for Mary's life. And I just want to give her parents and family my condolences and I am sure they are so proud of Mary because not that many people have had that much influence on others as she had and still has! God bless you all!
Emy
Mardi Maban
August 17, 2009
Mardi from Philippines, my condolences to the family and to you Mary, may you rest in peace.
Jennifer "Jenni" Ramones
February 18, 2009
Hi Mary, it's Jenni; I was the girl you played card games with back in summer camp in Virginia Beach and the one who said hi to you once in a while on my last year at Great Neck Middle. There hasn't been a day since 2007 then I haven't thought about you. You were one of the sweetest girls I knew. I hoped to find you again someday; I know one day we will :) I hope you're doing well in heaven, always smiling. :) Much love to you dear...
Kristal L. Rosebrook
December 13, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rebecca Muller
November 16, 2008
I was also in band in middle school. I remember the cameraderie and connection I had with my bandmates. I know she is greatly missed by her family, friends, and fellow bandmembers. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Sarah
April 16, 2008
Mary,
I miss you so much and I know you are smiling down on us from heaven.
I aspire to be just like you because you were such an amazing person. You are a gift and touched the lives of so many. You are so special to me.
Love your cousin,
Sarah xoxo
Sarah
April 16, 2008
Mary,
I miss you so much and I know you are smiling down on us from heaven.
I aspire to be jsut like you because you were such an amazing person. You are a gift and touched the lives of so many. You are so special to me.
Love your cousin,
Sarah xoxo
Sarah
April 16, 2008
Mary,
I miss you so much and I know that you are in heaven smiling down on us. I aspire to be just like you because you were such an amazing person. You were a true gift who touched the lives of so many.
Love your cousin,
Sarah xoxo
JOHN S...
April 16, 2008
CANT BELIEVE ITS BEEN A YEAR SINCE YOU BEEN GONE...YOU HAVE THE BRIGHTIEST SMILE EVER..YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED AND LOVED.. R.I.P MARY...
The Burns
April 16, 2008
To the Read family,
One year later and I would like you to know that we keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Mary was a beautiful young girl with a bright future, I am so sorry for your loss!
John Crowell
April 16, 2008
Mary Read used to join my family on our summer beach vacations. My niece and Mary Read were the best of friends and I just wanted to say thank you. She was a special person and will be missed forever by all who knew her.
Mary Jo Ammon
January 30, 2008
I think of the Read family every day, and say a prayer for your family each time I pass Mary's tribute on my jogs down Wakefield Chapel Drive. My daughter Caitlin Beckett and Mary were classmates since 7th grade, through that awful April day. I know that today is especially difficult, another milestone you aren't able to share with Mary. I hope that Mary's smiling face looking down on you will continue to sustain you in your grief.
Chrissy Flegel
October 15, 2007
Mary, i didnt know about your guest book or i would've sign it 6 months ago. I remember in a few letters we wrote to each other we talked about meeting up again after all these years. but we never got the chance to do that. 6 months later it is still very hard to grip that one of my oldest friendships is gone. I miss you so much Mary and i know that you are watching over us and are not wanting us to cry but we cant help it. those of us who still cry just cant believe such a beautiful person has been taken from this earth to live with God in heaven. You are still very missed and loved SO MUCH!!! God bless you! love your friend from Tennessee...
Perla Quintanilla
September 27, 2007
R.i.P Mary Read
teresa
September 21, 2007
To: Mary
Hey mary,rush hour 3 came out..and we always had plans to watch it together, but i had to watch it by myself. I miss you so much.Its been 5 hard months, i've always thought about you and try to hold back my tears. Every time i think about you and our friendship and how you were taken away from us so soon, my heart turns into a knot and tears begin running down. I know you dont want us to cry, its just that we miss you so much.
To: Mr. Read
Mr. Read your family will always be in my heart. Keep your heads up high, i know mary would want you guys to just be happy. just think that she's in a better place.
Jack
September 19, 2007
Rest in peace angel...
Vasili Glimidakis
August 27, 2007
Dear Read Family,
I am sorry for your loss. God bless her and her family.
Michael Collins
August 9, 2007
Its a terrible shame that someone who was so kind, intelligent, and beautiful is gone. Her smile will keep bringing joy to more people than she could ever have imagined. I never even met her, but it breaks my heart that she is gone.
Eric Sebring
August 6, 2007
I never met her but we were both Hokies. For the rest of my life, when the Hokies take the field, I will remember her. We all will.
Rob
May 26, 2007
Seeing Mary's picture with her brilliant smile, even from thousands of miles away and never having met her, it is clear that she was somebody very special and wonderful.
She no longer walks this earth, but she is in heaven where she is safe and happier than ever.
For all her family and friends: it is tragic and sad to be separated. But remember you will all be united again, and there will only be tears of joy. What is a human life span compared with all eternity? It is less than a drop of water in an ocean -- and she is smiling now in the arms of God.
If she could speak to you now, she would say to you not to cry for her, because she is alive in heaven and in less than a blink of God's eyes you will all be together again, forever.
She now knows all the secrets of the universe, and more French and Korean than all the best professors in this world put together. She awaits being reunited with you all, with the angels surrounding and singing in joy. May the love of Jesus flow through your hearts and give you strength in your hours of sadness.
The Burns Family
May 25, 2007
You will never be forgotten!
Linda Favuzza - [email protected]
May 22, 2007
To Mary's family and friends,
Our heavenly father, Jehovah (Ps 83:18) promises at Isaiah 41:10 - "Do not be afraid for I am with you. Do not gaze about, for I am your God, I will fortify you. I will really help you. I will really keep fast hold of you with my right hand of righteousness." May you grasp hold of his hand and allow him to guide you through the coming days, weeks, months and years.
You may find these scriptures comforting also:
Isaiah 25:8 - "He will actually swallow up death forever."
Revelation 21:4 "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away".
My husband was lost on 9/11 and I have been greatly comforted by God's word.
alma renner
May 22, 2007
god bless you
Nicole & Ginger Swiger
May 16, 2007
It's been a month today that this terrible thing happened. I'm very sorry Mary! You are very much missed! I wish more kids could be like you! You never had a bad thing to say about anyone. Always there to help people in need. Your smile lives on!:o) I feel for your family. You and your family will always be in my prayers. God Bless!
Annette Smith
May 15, 2007
Dear Family and friends:
I wanted to share just a few words of comfort and hope. “If a man die, shall he live again?” asked the man Job long ago. (Job14:14 KJV) Well, the Bible makes the promise: “Your dead ones will live... They will rise up.” And the Bible also says: “The righteous themselves will possess the earth, and they will reside forever upon it. Isa. 26:19; Ps. 37:29 I pray that you will draw close to Jehovah in prayer and the Bible promises that “he himself will sustain you.” Ps. 55:22
Rhonda Keller
May 14, 2007
To The Read Family,
Always remember that Mary is in your heart and soul. When you close your eyes at night and dream about her, take it in and feel her love and warmth wrap around you! As long as you talk to her, she will talk back! I have also had a life changing tragedy and know they are with us. Peace, Love and Faith to all of you suffering.
G. Richardson
May 12, 2007
I too went to Poe Intermediate School, then Annandale High School ('83) and finally to Virginia Tech ('88). Such a parallel life experience cannot be ignored. I am so sorry for what happened in April. I wish to convey my sorrows and, at the same time lift you up in hope for comfort in the future.
Tania Jenson
May 2, 2007
Bless you precious angel... Rest peacefully! My heart will be with your family...God Bless.
Jessica Berrios
May 1, 2007
I love you Mary.
I still can't believe you're gone. No more talking about boy stuff.
No more talking about who we both know from Korea.
I know you're up there with God right now, having a ball.
I can't wait to see you again in Heaven<3
I miss you and will never forget you.
Bianca
May 1, 2007
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am the sparkle in the snow.
I am the shredded leaves that blow.
I am the sunlight on growing grain.
I am the gentle summer rain.
I am the quiet bird at night.
Circling about; Taking flight.
So do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
Jody & Bill Torres
May 1, 2007
To the Read Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.I am sorry about your loss.May Mary rest in peace.She will always be with in spirit.
Sylvia Schwind
May 1, 2007
Mary will always be remembered. She is someone that we all can take a lesson from. She lived her life here on earth to it's fullest and I believe that she now resides with our LORD. Her smile with be forever felt.
Sylvia Schwind
Annandale H.S.
Annie
April 30, 2007
RISE UP SLOWLY, ANGEL
Rise up, slowly, Angel.
I cannot let you go.
Just drift softly midst the faces,
In sorrow now bent low.
Ease the searing anger,
Born in harsh unyielding truth
That Death could steal my loved one
From the glowing blush of youth.
Rise up slowly, Angel.
Do not leave me here alone,
Where the warmth of mortal essence
Lies replaced by cold, hard stone.
Speak to me in breezes
Whispered through the drying leaves,
And caress my brow with raindrops
Filtered by the sheltering trees.
Rise up slowly, Angel,
For I cannot hear the song
Which calls you through the shadows
Into the light beyond.
Wrap me in your downy cape
Of sunshine, warm with love,
And kiss a tear-stained mother's face
With moonlight from above.
Then wait for me at sunset,
Beside the lily pond,
And guide me safely homeward
To your world,which lies beyond.
Just spread your wings and take me
In reunion’s sweet embrace,
And we shall soar, together,
To a different time and place.
Phyllis James
April 30, 2007
To The Read Family:
I am writing this brief note to your family because I so deeply feel that when we are faced with the sudden loss of someone so very dear to us that it is one of the hardest things in our lives we will have to face. Yet, I would like to share with you something that touched my heart, it is the knowledge that God will respond to our persistent prayers to help us through any tough time such as this. At Philippians 4:6 and 7 it says that "the peace of God that excels all thought will guard your heart and your mental powers." Please know that my prayers are with you at this time and I urge you to continue to pray for strength to get through the rough moments ahead.
Wanda Officer
April 30, 2007
To The Family of Mary Karen Read-"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those in any sort of tribulation through the comfort with which we ourselves are being comforted by God." May Jehovah, the God of comfort give you the strength to endure this most difficult time.(Rev. 21:3,4)
anthony moore
April 30, 2007
A heart-wrenching tragedy marked by devastating loss with no clear path to comfort, save GOD, who will heal all in the end. My prayers for those who are touched by this deep & painful loss.
Sharon Robinson
April 30, 2007
Heartfilled prayers are with you.
Marie Stanley
April 28, 2007
My sincere condolences. I am so sorry
Beth Milling Graham
April 28, 2007
May God be with you each day.
Michael Iezzi
April 27, 2007
Father we entrust our sister Mary Karen to your mercy. You loved her greatly in this life: now that she is freed from all its cares, give her happiness and peace forever. Welcome her now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Mary Karen in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Debbie L.
April 27, 2007
I am so very sorry for your loss. Mary will never be forgotten and your memories will always keep her with you. God Bless you, and May Mary Rest in Peace, forever.
C N
April 27, 2007
Mary
The thing that will remember most is your beautiful smile. I pray for you and for your family and friends in this time of sadness. I take comfort in the fact that you’re in a better place. I can only hope that you’re looking down on us and smiling. I'm so sorry that your life had to be taken in the manor. I will always remember the brief but memorable encounters I had with you, but most all your smile. In my mind you will not be remember as one of the lives tragedy taken at VT, but as the girl with the most beautiful smile. I will miss you Mary. Always in my heart!
Thomas Eller
April 27, 2007
Please accept our condolences. May the Lord sustain you and his grace surround you in this time of sorrow.
On behalf of the USAFA Class of 1961
Thomas J. Eller, President
Gwen feng
April 26, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Debbie Young
April 26, 2007
God Bless her family, may she rest in peace..
SUZETTE
April 26, 2007
DEAR SISTER,
REST IN PEACE SWEET PRECIOUS BEAUTIFUL ANGEL
Jessica Cooper
April 26, 2007
TO THE FAMILY, YOUR IN MY PRAYERS. SORRY ABOUT THE LOSS.
Brian Andrew Wong
April 26, 2007
I am very sorry for your loss. I have experienced losses both anticipated and unexpected. When I was fifteen years old in my first year in high school, my mother died of melanoma at age 54 in December 2004; we were anticipating the loss. As with me, I am sure your loss is emotionally stressful for you and your family.
Your grief may ebb and flow. It has been said that each of us has this well deep inside of us that can be filled to the brim with grief. Every time we cry, we empty out some of the well. But the well fills again. The level of sorrow in your well may lessen as time passes, but it will never run dry. There will always be birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and those days when the well seems to fill to its brim again. Allow yourself time to remember and mourn. It is part of your healing. Grief is a continuing journey.
JJ
April 26, 2007
Mary Karen Read the lover of blue
Made strawberry cake for the birthdays she knew
Put others before herself a Christian quality she shared
A sweet girl who is happy with a heart of care
She played lacrosse with a talent gleam
She loved football Buffalo Bills her sports team
The clarinet pulled wind from her
Beautiful music would harmoniously occur
Oldest of five a sister to many with a smile and a laugh
To her high school band she brought cupcakes on her behalf
She wants to be an elementary school teacher
She so could for she had a lot of admirable features
Mary the daughter, the sister and the buddy
Remember her for being the flip flops wearer no matter if it were cold, wet or muddy
http://32originals.blogspot.com/2007/04/mary-karen-read.html
Tiara Smith
April 25, 2007
I know that you have suffered a great loss, but God can give you strength to make it through.
Ikysha Glenn
April 25, 2007
We would like to extend our prayers to you while you bereave. Always know that weeping and suffering may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning.
Melanie Daniel
April 25, 2007
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
April 25, 2007
to the family, you are in my prayers
Linda Matuskey
April 25, 2007
I didn't know you, but when I saw your beautiful face and heard about your remarkable life, I cried for the loss for your family and friends, and for this world. Rest in peace, young angel.
teresa
April 25, 2007
It's hard to believe that you're gone, whats even harder,we didn't say "goodbye". You were the one that cheered me up and put a smile on my face, when i was having a rough day in school.I wish i can turn back time to when we were at Annandale High School. Still i wait by the phone, hoping you'd call or send a text message,and say you're alright.But i guess i will forever await your call.Remember our saying? "A-Town for Life,An ATOM for Eternity..Be PROUD that you are an Annandale ATOM!" How i will miss those times.There hasn't been one night i haven't thought of you, and shed tears.But, at the end i end up with a smile on my face..why? just to think that you are up in heaven and saying,"come on, show me a smile....be happy...dont worry, everythings alright" and then you'd tell me a joke to make me laugh (like old times).I know somehow we'll meet again in another lifetime,I just wish you wouldn't have left this one so soon. But now you're an angel, so watch over us.."Annandale has lost and extraordinary person, but the skies have gained a heavenly ANGEL".You were always a great friend...I LOVE YOU..AND WILL TRULY MISS YOU..MY MARY AKA SMILEY =)..now..MY ANGEL.
First Christian Church
April 25, 2007
On behalf of the Members of First Christian Church, in Burlington Iowa, we want to express our utmost condolences at this most difficult time in your lives. May it be a comfort to you and your family and friends to know that you are being remembered right now and in the months to come in the thoughts and prayers of so many. It is our prayer that you will feel God’s everlasting love and presence in this time of sorrow and that you turn to Him for His strength to guide your way through these troubled times. We sincerely hope and pray that your tremendous grief at this time will gradually diminish while the precious memories of your loved ones will last forever. May you find peace in God’s never failing love and care and may God's blessing be with you and your family at this time. It is our fervent prayer that you find strength in the Lord!
Jesus told his disciples, "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4.
L Marshall
April 25, 2007
Mary had a beautiful smile, a great looking kid! No words can ease your pain but know that many are praying for you all over the world. I wish you peace during this heart wrenching period in your lives.There is nothing harder than losing a child. In time things will get a little easier and you will smile again but you will never ever forget. May the memories of your beloved Mary comfort you during difficult times.
Joy Wharton
April 25, 2007
Please accept my condolences in the loss of your daughter. A terrible tragedy.
Tina W.
April 25, 2007
My heart and prayers are with you. Proverbs 3:5-6 says: Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
May God Bless this family.
Jason W
April 25, 2007
What a beautiful smile on this kid. I am so sorry about this senseless loss. I am praying for your family in this time of grief. May the Lord strengthen and guide through this awful tragedy. God Bless you.
T.N. Gorham
April 25, 2007
To the Read family:
Your daughter was an absolute gem. Although I didn't know her personally, many know of her now. She was an angel before she was called home, and she is certainly soaring now. My heart aches for you, but I pray everyday that you are comforted and loved, and know that Mary will be with you always.
April 25, 2007
We are heart struck over the senseless actions of one individual. Our thoughts are with you. After the tears stop flowing and the pain softens try to remember the time you shared with your loved one and the memories you made, Memories are eternal and forever and know one can take that away from you.
John Bartelloni
April 25, 2007
Mary Read must have been an incredible young woman. As I drove down Wakefield Chapel Road yesterday there were many of her neighbors wearing the Red and White of Annandale High and the Burnt Orange and Chicago Maroon of Virginia Tech waiting for the hearse to pass her home.
Mary probably did not know this, but her home was built on land owned by the Besley family. Years ago, Charles Besley, a Virgnia Tech graduate, gave his life in the service of his country during World War II. His name is on the Pylons at the War Memorial near Norris Hall.
Hokie, Hokie, Hokie Hi
Mary and the others, their friends, and community
make me proud
very proud indeed
to be a graduate of V P I
Ted Vollmer
April 25, 2007
When we lost our 21-year-old daughter, also a college student, in a tragic car crash six years ago we never would have thought anyone would understand the pain we have been feeling. But to Mary's family, know that there are thousands who know what you are feeling and we know that while the pain will never ever go away, it will gradually ease and you will one day be able to smile again when you think of the times you cherished with Mary. This is a time when you are feeling tremendous support from people all over the world. Soon you will be alone with your grief and you will need to support each other as never before. Seek counseling; seek out others like you as I am with this message. You will find comfort and strength, and Mary will remain forever. I wish you all the best in this difficult journey.
John Sengsouvanh
April 25, 2007
A pretty lil girl with a bright smile and a bright future was takin away from this earth on 4-16-07 at such a young age..God just recieved and pretty lil angel..May god bless u ... My heart and prayers go out to u and ur family..
Lois Hein
April 24, 2007
Joyful memories of Mary will always live in your heart. Mary has touched the hearts of so many people and truly will be missed. May God give you comfort and healing during these tragic times.
Jay and Krissie (VT class of '97)
April 24, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Beale Family
April 24, 2007
Strangers yet we are very much a part of the same family - the family of God. May your faith be strong during these days. May you rely on God in the good times and the bad times. May the memories of such a beautiful young lady make you smile with each thought of them. May you know, too, that thousands upon thousands of people are praying for you during this time and will continue to do so in the days and months yet to come. It has been a joy to read about such a radiant young woman - a woman of God and godly traits. You must be so proud of the young lady she was. Even in her death, she will be remembered and God will be glorified. Thank you for sharing her with so many. God bless each one of you as you carry on her. She will always be in our hearts.
K Sullivan
April 24, 2007
It is so shocking what happened on that sorrowful day
In my prayers you will forever stay
Although we never met and I did not know you
This is a poem for you to say my adieu
It is a shame you can not be with us today
Due to everything that happened I am still in dismay
Now you are up in a better place
We will never forget your honor and grace
Please look over us, protect us from dangers
You are missed by your family and countless strangers
I wanted to let you know you are in the thoughts of many
Condolences and commiserations are aplenty
I bless your family hope they stay strong
In my thoughts they will always belong
I say to you and the other decease
I wish that you all rest in peace
A friend
April 24, 2007
Dear Read family, I'm truly truly sorry for your loss. The grief and sorry you hold must be so heavy. I pray that everyday you have the strength to carry on. And when you don't have the strength to continue, Mary will be there by your side in spirit to pick you up to help you carry on.
Slade & Anita Murphy
April 24, 2007
May you keep God Word in your heart and on your lips. God will wrap his arms aound you always.
The LORD is my shepherd;
I shall not want.
He makes me to lie down in green pastures;
He leads me beside the still waters.
He restores my soul;
He leads me in the paths of righteousness
For His name’s sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil;
For You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;
You anoint my head with oil;
My cup runs over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
All the days of my life;
And I will dwell[a] in the house of the LORD
Forever.
Tehila Nesher
April 24, 2007
I do not know what to say at this tragic loss of such a fine and beautiful young lady, the world is a lesser place because of her senseless murder. I am at a loss of words to comfort you.
She and her loved ones are in my heart and prayers.
Here we say at a loss of a loved one, "may she rest in peace and may you know no sorrow." that is what I say to you.
Beth
April 24, 2007
M Matchless
A Affectionate
R Resplendent
Y Yearned
Linda Wallace
April 24, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
DELITA SCOTT & FAMILY
April 24, 2007
MAY GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY.
Louise and Gene Dwyer
April 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you and keep you close to His Sacred Heart.
John and Maria Elliott
April 24, 2007
I feel sure that Mary and one of her friends from the Annandale Band came by my house every Fall asking for donations. I always gave because I could not ignore that great smile! Then we enjoyed the Band as they marched in front of our house for the Halloween Parade! So many wonderful moments in such a wonderful life. We are your neighbors, Catholics, kids in BRYC, ANSLL, members of the WCRA pool and swim team too. Our daughter is graduating H.S. this year. All of us pray for your consolation by faith in Jesus' resurrection. Someday you will be reunited in the new heaven and new earth! In the meantime, He has promised to be with you always. Hang on to that hope.
April 23, 2007
I am deeply saddened by the lost of your loved one. At times like these it is comforting to know that the Bible tells us at Acts 24 verse 15 that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous. So with that knowledge, know that there is a hope that you will see your loved one again.
Susan
April 23, 2007
There are no words to express my sorrow. I did not know Mary but our hearts are broken for you as her family and her friends and the VT community. I will forever keep you in daily prayers and pray that the Lord comforts you and holds you tightly. You are in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
christina burnette
April 23, 2007
God bless you
L Boone
April 23, 2007
To the family of Mary. My heart pours out for your loss. I have children in college, one here on the east coast and one which is a RA on the west coast. I really feel the sadness, especially knowing we send our children out into the world to become young adults and conquer the challenges of todays society,and praying for their well-being every step of the way. As hard as it is to accept the loss of anyone, we have to realize that God has a plan for all of us. Some of us his plans include long term and some just a short term. God only knows whats happening before we do and no matter what we set out to do and no matter how we raise and set our children out in the world (actually afraid to let go) we take deep breaths and say God, they are yours to watch when we as parents are not around. Know that God never makes mistakes. And He loves making millions of guardian angels. You may not see, feel or hear her, but understand shes not gone. Keep her in your heart and listen to that heart. Angels have their own way of corresponding. And she is defintely one of Gods Special Angels who got to see those pearly gates of Heaven early on. Remember to Keep your heads up high and continue to hold on to God's unchanging hands. Blessings sent.
R Toole
April 23, 2007
Words can't express the sorrow I've felt at the loss of your loved one. May God's Grace and Mercy give you comfort and peace.
Claire
April 23, 2007
I am truly so very sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Pat & Steve Goode
April 23, 2007
May the Memories that you hold closest to your Heart, bring you Comfort during this tragic time.
Perhaps they are not Stars in the sky, but rather openings where Our Loved Ones smile down upon us.
God Bless
Kimberly
April 23, 2007
It's so terrible that something like this can still happen in the year 2007...
You will forever be in the world their prayers, their thoughts, their heart!
S M
April 23, 2007
I did not know you or your family. But I don’t believe there is a person in the world whose heart has not been touched by this tragedy. There is nothing in this life that brings us more sorrow than to lose loved ones in death. Even harder to bear is when the lives of loved ones are lost due to an unexpected tragedy. The shock can be overwhelming.
Be assured that God promises that he…”is near to those that are broken at heart; and those who are crushed in spirit he saves.” (Psalms 34:18) Nothing can bring us more peace of mind than the inspired words of… the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulations. (2 Corinthians 1:3,4) Take comfort and solace in the Bible's message as we all await the time when GOD…” will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” (Revelation 21:3,4)
J. Lee
April 23, 2007
My condolences to the Read Family. My heart goes out to you. May all the fond memories you have of Mary help you get through this and not of how she died. Remember her lovely smile...she's watching over you. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Paula Bryant
April 23, 2007
I trust that God be your strength and comforter in your time of sorrow. Be encouraged and be blessed.
Steve Payson
April 23, 2007
Pete - May God bless you and nurture you and your family in this difficult time. I remember Mary as a wonderful girl, back when we were stationed in Korea. What a tremendous loss for you, your family, her friends, and everyone she did and would have touched.
God speed, my friend.
Tom Cacy
April 23, 2007
Grace and peace to the entire Read family on the loss of Mary, one of God's own angels. The thoughts and prayers of the entire Air Force Intellgence community are with you all during this time of mourning.
The Riley family
April 23, 2007
Your community grieves with you for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. You are such a strong, wonderful family. We will all miss Mary.
Carol Sue Slusser
April 23, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Mary sweet smile and warm personality will not be forgotten.
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