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Rachael Hill Obituary
Hill was a freshman studying biology at Virginia Tech after graduating from Grove Avenue Christian School in Henrico County.
Hill, 18 and an only child, was popular and funny, had a penchant for shoes and was competitive on the volleyball court.
"Rachael was a very bright, articulate, intelligent, beautiful, confident, poised young woman. She had a tremendous future in front of her," said Clay Fogler, administrator for the Grove Avenue school. "Obviously, the Lord had other plans for her."
Her father, Guy Hill, said the family was too distraught to talk about Hill on Tuesday, but relatives were planning to have memorial events later in the week. "We just need some time here," he said tearfully.
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
412 Entries
January 3, 2014
There is strong confidence in the fear of Jehovah, and it will be a refuge for his children. Proverbs 14:26. Rachael Hill is surely missed.
May 1, 2010
3 years in Heaven your now looking Down on Earth Since you left This World you are now with God you will live on Forever
ellis marchant
December 8, 2008
omg rachael i cant believe it
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The Burns Family
April 16, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you one year later, Rachael has not been forgotten!
Elliott Skorupa
April 16, 2008
Dear Hill Family,
I lived across the street from you on Brookemoor Lane and can no longer look at your house without reflecting about the tragic loss of your daughter Rachael. I pray and hope that the healing hands of time will help you cope with the incomprehensible sorry you must feel. My deepest condolences.
Bethany Gannaway
April 11, 2008
Rach,
Wow i cant believe its been a year already.... I really miss you but i know your with the Heavenly Father and that He's keeping you. I was able to go out to dinner with your parents and they were such an encouragement to my sister and i as you probably already know thats how they are. Wow........i'm crying as i write this...its been a year but its still hard to believe your gone....I love you and WILL see you again soon...
East Brunswick Independant Fire Company EBIFC - EBFD District 2
December 20, 2007
Dear Rachael,
Even though you can not physically read this, we know you can see it. Our friends in Virginia miss you so much. RIP Rachael, we have kept a Virginia Tech symbol on our fire trucks ever since the tragedy. Today, We are STILL Hokies. Thoughts and Prayers go out to all your friends and family.
Love,
The members of East Brunswick Independant Fire Company
Vasili Glimidakis
August 27, 2007
Dear Hill Family,
I am sorry for your loss. God bless her and her family.
Althea B
July 31, 2007
Rest in peace. Only God knows why he called you home.
Emily
July 25, 2007
I just want you to know that there are people out here who are grieving your loss as well. There are people out here who do care, and who do feel sad and sorry. My heart goes out to your family. May you find peace, God be with you.
Elena Jones
June 23, 2007
Rest in peace. Blessings on the Hill family as you try to move forward.
Steve Curtiss
June 10, 2007
Who is this coming up from the wilderness, leaning upon her beloved?’" - Song of Solomon. Know that Rachel is with her beloved. And even now, she is sharing her story. I looked up this verse on the Internet and Rachel's story came up as the #1 listing. Rachel's life of faith continues to be a blessing to many.
Tom Wymore
May 28, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. Hill
Since I heard of the tragedy I have had your family in particular on my heart and in my prayers. I will continue to pray over the months ahead. As a pastor I know that there will be times when you will need special grace. I trust the Holy Spirit will prompt me and many others to remember and lift you before Abba's throne of grace.
Grace, mercy and peace,
Tom Wymore
The Burns Family
May 25, 2007
You will never be forgotten!
Catherine Cortes
May 24, 2007
Hello Rae,
My name is Cathy Cortés and I am a teacher at Lenape Valley High School in Stanhope NJ. In remembrence of the victims who's lives were tragically taken from us, we have dedicated a moment of silence each day to each of the victims. My tribute was to Rachael and I just want to say that it was an honor to pay tribute to such a wonderful human being. I feel like I'm her friend now, and she will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
christine bryant
May 22, 2007
hi rachel. i know you are not here today but i always think and pray for your family. i went to grove avenue too. my name is christine. i heard about the va tech shootings and once i heard your name i started to cry. so many wonderful things were said to you and i could remember those wonderful smiles on your face when i would pass you in the hall. i am talking to you personally because i know your still here and i miss you dearly.
alma renner
May 22, 2007
God Bless You
Danielle
May 21, 2007
To the Hill Family;
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Rachael. How very unfortunate for the family to have to go through this. It can be comforting to look at what God has promised us regarding the resurrection and being able to see our loved ones again (John 5:28,29) I hope that Jehovah God will strengthen the family during this time of need and that He will draw them closer to Him for comfort.
Randy Brooks
May 19, 2007
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Hill,
I did not know your daughter Rachael, but I want you to know what a blessing her testimony has been to me already. Not too long ago, I did alot of reaserch on the Columbine tragedy. I discovered the testimonies of Rachel Scott and Cassie Bernall, who were both tremendous young Christian ladies who were killed in that horrible event. God definantly brought something good out of the Columbine tragedy through their testimonies. Many people have been saved as a result of hearing them. Any time something tragic like this happens, testimonies like theirs shine as a light for Christ, for good and for what's right. To me, your daughter Rachael's testimony is that light amid the VT tragedy. I know that words like these that I'm sharing can never heal the pain you must feel, but I want you to know that the life Rachael lived for Christ is still touching hearts from beyong the grave! ... "and their works do follow them"... (Rev. 14: 13) May GOD heal your pain and help you through Paul's words of comfort to the church @ Thessolinica (1Thess. 4:13-18).
GOD Bless,
Randy Brooks
Marge Reyes
May 16, 2007
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Hill,
We have never met, but my heart broke when our Depuy rep. from Lorain, Ohio, Tom McTighe, told us of your terrible loss. Please know that you both have a huge group of people from the Cleveland area that are praying that God will give you the strength to get through your time of grief. God bless you and your families.
Marge Reyes Cleveland Clinic Lorain Orthopedics
peggy mitchell
May 13, 2007
My prayers are with you. Please accept my sympathy. Rachael was an extrordinary young lady. God bless.
A Friend
May 10, 2007
Please know that you are still on our prayers.Rachael is with Jesus and and she is happy and looking down on you right now. She wants you to be happy also.God knows you are sad but lean on him as Rachael did. He will see you though.
May God bless you both of you!
Rebecca Muller
May 10, 2007
I am still overwhelmed by this tragedy and continue to be in disbelief. My thoughts and prayers are with Rachael's family.
bethany
May 9, 2007
R Righteous
A Angelic
C Celestial
H Holy
A Allegiant
E Ethereal
L Lovely
Kim Marz
May 7, 2007
I do not know you personally, However I know that your daughter will be sorely missed. May god give you peace... in knowing she is with the lord. I wish there was something I could do to take away your pain. I am a mother myself, and even though my daughter is only 13, her dream is to go to VA TECH, and I cannot even imagine how your surviving this. God Bless, you will be in my prayers.
Barbara and John Baranowski
May 4, 2007
We were at the memorial service at Grove Avenue Baptist Church for your beautiful Rachel. Her life has already touched ours as a testiment to the Grace of our loving God. We will continue to pray that God will supply all your needs according to His riches, especially the needs only known by the grief of a mother and father. We pray, too, that Rachel's life will continue to live on through others who will come to know Christ through her testimony.
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.
Phyllis James
April 30, 2007
To The Hill 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. -- Psalm 55:22
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.
Linda Favuzza ([email protected])
April 30, 2007
To Rachael's family and friends,
Our heavenly father 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, months and years. May you gain comfort from these additional scriptures:
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 these scriptural promises comfort me greatly.
Nancy and Jimmy Shepherd
April 30, 2007
We are thinking of you so much. You do not know us but we are Hokies as well as the parents of an only daughter. Your Rachael was a beautiful Christian girl and you will see her again someday. May God's love envelope you both.
Sharon Robinson
April 30, 2007
Hearthfilled prayer are with you.
Wanda Officer
April 29, 2007
To The Family of Rachael Hill-My sympathy goes out to you & your family. Take comfort from God's word and it will strengthen you. John 5:28,29 tells us: "Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out." Know that Jehovah God cares about what you are going through & you can throw your burdens on Him.(PS 55:22) Take comfort and draw strength for His word during this difficult time.
Marie Stanley
April 28, 2007
My deepest sympathies to your family. This is such a tragedy.
Leach, Thomas J.
April 28, 2007
Hill, Rachael Family and Friends,
In The Garden
Night has fallen in the Garden of Fate, Peaceful and silent, as destiny a waits. Coolness and dew, tragedy and tears. Mist of the earth, confirming its fears. Time taking it's toll, as footsteps are heard. Jesus enters the garden, not saying a word. His soul exceeding sorrowful, even unto death. Anguish revealed, by the sigh of His breath. A shelter of comfort, a longing to ease, covering the man, in the shade of the trees. Rocks lending strength, to His weakened state. Bearing His burden, holding His weight. Meadow grass softening His grief and His pain, A blanket of compassion, yet sadness remains. No longer able, to hold composure in place. He drops to His knees, tears streaking His face. As agony engulfs, more earnest in prayer. In the depths of His heart, emotions are bared. His sweat, as it were, great drops of blood. Fall to the ground, as a tormented flood. Father, all things are possible to Thee. If it be Your will, let this cup pass from Me. His face to the heavens, My Father Divine... Nevertheless, not my will, but let it be Thine. No truer example has ever been set... Than the love of Jesus, to pay our sin's debt. Obedient till death, He gave us His all, Would you open your heart, taking heed to His call? Enter the garden, and examine your will, Could you die to self, letting God be fulfilled? It may not be easy, but His glory will shine... When you give Him your all and say... Not my will, but thine.I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your daughter. I will keep her in my prayers and I hope you and your family will remember all the good times she has given you.
Virginia Tech: Burgundy,Orange and White
Beth Milling Graham
April 28, 2007
May God be with you each day.
Gehan Perera
April 28, 2007
We do not know you. However, Rachel was and STILL is known to JESUS by her name. He knows the pain and anguish that you, as her parents are going through. We, living in afar off Dubai (United Arab Emirates) share this grief. We have been praying for all the families affected by this tragedy. May you find the peace and comfort which only the LORD can give you, as HE knows the pain, the grief and the anguish that you are going through.
All of the unanswered questions that you have, will be answered on that last day, when you will be re-united with Rachel..... and then there will only be joy, as the LORD would have wiped away all of your tears.
Tyise Gray
April 27, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. Hill,
You have my heartfelt sympathies. Losing Rachael, I know has devastated your family. I have read several things about Rachael and I am impressed that she was a treasure. Mr. Hill made the statement that the family, "just needed some time" and that is certainly understandable. My heart aches for you all. The most important thing about grieving is to do it, to go through the process of healing. Right now is perhaps, not the time to talk about this. I want only to share encouragement. Psalm 34:18 says, "Jehovah is near to those who are broken at heart, and those crushed in spirit, he saves". Go to him in prayer and allow him to help. "Cherish the memories"
Keisha Davis
April 27, 2007
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I never met your daughter, but she has touched all of our lives. I'm so sorry for your loss. Continue to lean on the Lord for strength. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Michael Iezzi
April 27, 2007
Father we entrust our sister Rachael 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 Rachael in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Bo & Beth Higdon
April 27, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gwen feng
April 26, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
T Lee
April 26, 2007
We would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. The loss of someone close is difficult to bear. It is our hope that you know that we care. The Bible brings sure comfort for all the ones we have lost and answers such questions as: Why do people grow old and die and What happens to us when we die? God promises a time when death will be no more and this is found at Revelation 21:4 which reads: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourn nor pain anymore. The former things have passed away." I hope this brings you some comfort.
Debbie Young
April 26, 2007
God Bless her family, may she rest in peace..
SUZETTE
April 26, 2007
REST IN PEACE SWEET BEAUTIFUL PRECIOUS ANGEL
Teri M
April 26, 2007
I am sure that you are still in shock over the loss of your daughter.. I cannot imagine such a loss.. Your strength and courage is a testimony to all of us.. We shake our heads in wonder at the strength that only God can give. The world sees this strength in both of you. Please know that this testimony that you share, without even knowing is bringing others to Christ. I am sure of it. I did not know Rachel but am sure I have passed her in the halls at Grove where I also attend. Your church family are prayer warriors for you and will continue to be. I am praying for you...
JJ
April 26, 2007
Who is coming up from the wilderness, leaning upon her beloved?
It is she, Rachel, brining peace like a dove
She held on to her faith with a tight grip
She would not be the one to allow imperfection to cause slip
The thing that rivaled her Lord in her love
Were shoes oh those beautiful shoes that fit like a glove
There was a collection she kept with detailed care
She even noticed others footwear
Volleyball held her attention for a span
She was not only a player but a fan
Her relationships she worked to maintain
More through tribulation “Not without pain, but without stain”
She loved her parents with her rich heart
Rachel’s reality and intelligence of this Earth will always be a part
http://32originals.blogspot.com/2007/04/rachel-elizabeth-hill.html
Susie King
April 25, 2007
I live across the country and know none of the families affected by this personally. I have watched this tragedy from afar and feel that I cannot even fathom your loss. I attended a land grant school much like Virginia Tech and understand the feelings your family and your lovely daughter have for it.
It is true that people you don't know are praying for you everyday and that, even we, have a pain in our hearts that will not go away.
Julie Austin
April 25, 2007
I
didn't know Rachel as well as some, but I do know that she was a
wonderful Christian who loved the Lord with all she had. No one could
find a single bad thing to say about Rachel she truely is the most kind
and gentle person I have ever met. I am deeply sorry for your loss Mr. and
Mrs. Hill.
Melanie Daniel
April 25, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
April 25, 2007
to the family, you are in my prayers
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.
Joy Wharton
April 25, 2007
I am so very sorry. What a 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
Please know that people all over the world are praying for you in the midst of this awful tragedy. May God Bless your family.
Pat & Steve Goode
April 25, 2007
May the Memories that you hold closest to your Heart bring you Comfort and Peace.
Perhaps they are not Stars in the Sky, but rather Openings where Our Loved Ones Smile down upon Us.
God Bless Your Dear Family
Min. Michele Seymour
April 25, 2007
Rest in peace Rachael. To her family, be blessed and look up. God is forever near.
Linda Newman
April 25, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you. May God give you strength and courage to go on.
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.
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 Rachael'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 Rachael. 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 Rachael will remain forever. She sounds very much like our daughter, Cerina. I wish you all the best in this difficult journey.
Gail Bonning
April 24, 2007
My prayers for our Lord's peace to surround you at this time are coming from Australia with love and deep sympathy.
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
Kellermann
April 24, 2007
You must have been so proud of Rachael. A beautiful and talented girl was surely needed in heaven like our Jaimee was a few years back. We don't know the reason why but faith makes it so much easier to bear. You will see her again.
For now, every time you think of her you will feel the warmth of her smile because Rachel seemed to make everyone happy. That is a rare talent. Remember the good times and stay strong..God Bless.
The Kellermann family
Crystal Terry
April 24, 2007
May God bring peace through the difficult days you face, and good memories replace your tears.
Linda Kessinger
April 24, 2007
our prayers are with the families of all VA TECH persons.
Linda Wallace
April 24, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Maureen Manlove
April 24, 2007
May beautiful memories of your daughter, Rachael, bring you comfort and peace always.
m cribbs
April 24, 2007
As a former and Always Hokie - May God give you His comfort
April Evans
April 24, 2007
I didnt know any of the people that passed, but this whole thing has gotten to me, alot. I am 15 years old and I'm a freshman at Crawford County High School in Roberta, GA. This tragedy has most definatley opened up the eyes of many people, even in other states far from Virginia. Even my school in this little town we know as Roberta are buckling down and making sure that our schools are safer. It has opened up my eyes to all the possiblities at schools, here in Georgia, Virginia, and all over the world also. My condolences go out to all the friends and family of the victims. I can't possibly begin to imagine what they must be going through. Stay strong, VT will pull through!
Jack Knox
April 24, 2007
God Bless Rachael and Her Family!
Marchie Norman
April 24, 2007
I would like to say I am sorry for your loss. I didn't know Rachael personally, but as a Hokie I feel a loss to the Hokie nation. As you remember her smiling face remember other Hokies are with her now and she is smiling down saying, everything is alright. I pray with each passing day you are comforted more and more with happy thoughts and peace within.
Rest in Peace
Sarah Duits
April 24, 2007
In our prayers always.
Exodus 14:14*
God Bless~
Mike Bush
April 24, 2007
Dear Hill Family,
Our staff have prayed for you and will continue to do so.
Psalm 34:18 “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
God always comes in proportion to our needs. The deeper the sorrow, the more comfort He gives; the larger the void, the more God fills it; the greater the need, the more we have of Him.”
Staff at Word of Life Inn & Conference Center
Sherry Calkin-Mays
April 24, 2007
Family and friends of Rachael,
I never met your beloved daughter but feel in my heart your deep pain. I pray Jesus will comfort your hearts during this time. I too lost my only child a 17 year old daughter last year. I know your grief and pain. He will see you though this darkest time. I wanted to share something that the spirit laid on my heart when I faced this darkest time.I hope that it will bring a moment of peace. May GOD our Father in Christ bring the peace that surpasses understanding.
To my beloved daughter,
Since the day god blessed me with your birth, I tried to raise you not of this earth.
Your faith in Jesus never did you hide, you wore the cross until the day you died.
Your soul went to heaven as wings of a dove, now you praise Jesus with all of your love.
Although you were never a mother or wife, you have so much more, you have eternal life.
What better way to pause our story, then for you to be with God and all of his glory.
For in the ground you do not lay, you are singing for Jesus this very day.
Until the day my work here is complete, then I too shall kneel at his feet.
When our story resumes we will be in heaven, again singing and praising his name together, Oh but this time it will be so much better.
When God says its time, you and I have a date for on that day you will meet me at the gate.
Until that day my lovely daughter, our memories I will always harbor.
Lois Hein
April 23, 2007
The joyful memories of Rachael will always live in your hearts. Rachael will be missed but never forgotten. May God give you comfort and peace during these tragic times.
April 23, 2007
God bless you
Sarah Webster
April 23, 2007
Dear Hill Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your daughter is beautiful and is an amazing young woman. We will keep your family in our prayers and pray that God will help you to find some peace during this difficult time.
Thinking of you,
The Webster Family
The Beale Family
April 23, 2007
Strangers but yet very much part of the same family . . . the family of God. May you continue to find strength in His love. May you continue to find comfort in those He sends your way just when you need them. May you continue to put your faith in a God who will never leave you, nor forsake you. So many questions, so few answers but we rejoice in the fact that Rachel is not resting in Jesus' arms. Safe from what the world has to offer. From what we have read, she sounds like a beautiful child - one that any parent would be proud to call their own. God was indeed proud to call her home that day. What a testimony she was while on earth and what testimony will still continue to come from her through her death. Know that many are praying for you today and in all the days yet to be.
Joyce Vaughan
April 23, 2007
To The Hill Family,
With each memory, let your hearts be reminded that nothing can take the beauty that you have known, for love remains a part of you forever. So, may the memories of Rachael, held deep within your heart, helps to soothe your spirit at this difficult time.
Lori Reed
April 23, 2007
To Rachael's family,
Please accept my condolences. Rachael must have been a lovely person to have so many good things written about her. I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with all of you during this difficult time.
With Sincere Sympathy,
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.
JOHN AND KIM CREECH
April 23, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Beth Sternitzky
April 23, 2007
As a mother of an only child away at college, I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family. My heart breaks for you as I can only imagine the pain you are feeling. I will lift all of you up in prayer.
susie white
April 23, 2007
Although we don't know you we would like to extend our deepest Condolences to everyone in your family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our heart breaks for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you strength and comfort through this very hard time. God Bless You All!
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!
Brenda Andrews
April 23, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God continue to hold you close and tight...
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)
Pam Johnson
April 23, 2007
Dear Allen & family,
I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. Allen, I have not seen you in a few years. I used to xray for Dr. Kona and Dr. Grasinger. I have been reading about Rachel. What an amazing beautiful daughter you raised. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Paula Bryant
April 23, 2007
I trust that God be your strength and comforter in your time of sorrow. Be encouraged and be blessed.
Heather Athens
April 23, 2007
Rachael,
You were a great friend in only the four months i knew you here at Viriginia Tech, and sitting everyday beside you in Murph's class was my honor. I miss you and will not let anyone take your place for the rest of the semester, your seat will always be open there for you, I wouldnt have it any other way. Rest in Peace dear friend.
Anne
April 23, 2007
Mr& Mrs. Hill,
I've never signed a guest book for a complete stranger before. But I felt compelled to reach out to you and tell you that you are in my prayers. As a mom ,I pray that God will hold your daughter in His arms and hold your family close to him as you find your way in this world without Rachel.
coretta pedersen
April 23, 2007
I lost my father a couple weeks ago take faith that my father will protect your little angel..I pray for you and your family in your time of great loss..always remeber the good times and the pain will hopefully become less always rember the laughs,the joy ,and everything in between..
Jessica Hill
April 23, 2007
I am Rachael's Aunt. We just thank everyone for their prayers and support during this time. We love Rachael and she will be missed so much that words can't describe. We take peace in knowing she is with the Lord.
tehila nesher
April 23, 2007
I wish that I could find the words that would help lessen the pain of the loss of your beautiful Rachael. Know that she is in my prayers and that I hope you will never know sorrow again.
May she rest in peace.
P. Ward
April 23, 2007
May the Grace of God comfort you in your loss.
Tony & Patricia Watts
April 23, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
LuAnn Walker
April 23, 2007
I am saddened to read of your loss and yet joyous that Rachael had such a testimony. I am friends with Dawn Raub who teaches at Grove Avenue Christian. I was reading online and saw Rachael's name and recognized the school's name. Being a former Christian school teacher myself my heart goes out to the student body at Grove Avenue as well. May our loving heavenly Father give you great peace. What a legacy such a young girl leaves. You are in my prayers.
Mark Landes
April 23, 2007
Dear Hill Family,
My deepest condolences go out to you. I am praying for all of you. May God's love for all of you comfort you during this mournful time in your lives.
With Love and Prayer, Mark
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