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Peggy Lord
December 4, 2012
This just breaks my heart. I send deepest sympathy to
all the family, so many of whom are old friends. She sounds
like an extraordinary person and a great loss to the wrold.
Peggy Lord
Gayle Kahler
August 16, 2012
To the Winder Family:
I am a per diem nurse in the NICU and have not worked recently. I was completely shocked to hear of Stirling's death. She was a lovely young woman and it's so amazing that she became a NICU nurse while going through all that she did. I truly did not even know she was ill. I never heard her complain once. We had some great conversations about UVM, since my own daughter would like to attend their nursing program. Please know that your daughter will be greatly missed.
God Bless,
Gayle Kahler
Jim Douglas
August 4, 2012
Betsy:
What an inspiring young woman. What an honor to have known her. What a legacy of courage, passion & determination.
Dorothy & I send our condolences & our gratitude for all Stirling did for Vermont.
Eileen Murphy
August 4, 2012
Dear John,
There are no words to truly express my sympathies to you, Stirling's mother, Betsy, her brother, Alden, and all of your family. I have personally experienced your loving supportive ways and I know that your daughter, Sterling, did as well on her all-to- brief life's journey. As we both well know, time is a gift from our God; and the purest testament to this gift is our understanding of the preciousness of each moment. I know each moment you spent with Stirling will be cherished.
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Eileen
Sid and Tracey Miller
August 3, 2012
Dear John, Alden and family ,
We are speechless about this news. Stirling was such a dynamic individual with a tremendous spirit and sense of good will. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers, be strong and carry on,
Love to you all,
Walter Vahey
August 3, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear about Stirling. I only had the pleasure of meeting her once and her bright personality, high energy and strength will always be memorable to me. My deepest sympathy and condolences to Betsy, family and friends.
Bjorn Johnson
August 1, 2012
Dear John, Alden and Family:
Kristine and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Words can not express your loss. Everyone in your family will be in our prayers.
Bjorn and Kristine Johnson
Dee Dion
August 1, 2012
Dear Mrs. Winder and Family,
My deepest condolences go out to you and your family for your loss.
I had the pleasure of knowing Stirling here at UVM as a student-athlete. What a wonderful person and always had a smile on her face!
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dee
Franny Cauffman
August 1, 2012
Dear Betsy and family,
I cannot begin to express how sorry I am for your loss. What an incredible young woman she was. It just doesn't make sense that the brightest stars shine for the shortest time. Surrounding all of you in love, Franny
Lucinda Boyce
August 1, 2012
There are no words to combat this moment. I went to GDA with Stirling, and while some faces and names fade over time, Stirling's did not. She mattered. I am so very sorry.
Donna Patrick
July 31, 2012
Sterling was an inspiration to those who knew her and she touched the world with her smile. Thank you for sharing her with our daughter. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all the Winder family- Donna, Jon, Lisa & Michelle Patrick
Tamera, Biff, Drennan & Abigail
July 31, 2012
John, Betsy and Alden,
Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Stirling lives on as a true inspiration to us all. Oxox
Sarah Taymore
July 31, 2012
Dear Betsy - Our hearts go out to you and your family. Very sad for all of you. With Love from the Taymore family
Lee Hughes
July 31, 2012
There are no words of comfort that can matter at this time. Know that we are always here for you, Alden. Our sadness for you all is immense.
With love, lee & woody
Wendy Penley
July 31, 2012
Betsy, Alden and family - Stirling had a too short, FULL, inspiring life. She knew how to LIVE and embrace every moment. What a legacy she leaves for us all. Her energy and spirit will carry on in all of our hearts and lives. Wendy and Dick
Athena & Coe Steadman
July 31, 2012
Coe and I are devastated to hear about Stirling's passing. We feel so blessed to have been able to see her and talk with her at the gathering a few weeks ago. We don't have to tell you how inspirational she was...she touched so many in her short life. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Peace and love to you.
Love,
Coe and Athena
Dirk Johnson
July 31, 2012
Dear John,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Stirling's passing. I know she was a source of great joy for you and countless others. May her Light continue to shine on for all those she loved and helped, and especially to you and the rest of her family. She will be missed!
Suzanne Rametta Todd
July 31, 2012
My husband and I coached Stirling on a young girl's soccer team along with our daughter, we are all very saddened with this news and send our prayers and love to her family and loved ones.
Sara Shifrin
July 31, 2012
Dear Alden,
May your sister's bright smile shine on in your goodness.
The Shifrins
Bill Rudkin
July 31, 2012
Dear John and family,
Thoughts and prayers and love go out to you all . Bill Rudkin and family
Ed Powers
July 31, 2012
Dear John and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss.
Ed Powers
Robin Zucker
July 31, 2012
Dear John and family, I am sending love, prayers, and light to all of you. In faith, affection and sorrow,
July 31, 2012
Our deepest condolences. Stirling's amazing spirit will shine forever
The Thornes
Alice Arnold
July 31, 2012
Dear John,
Please accept my deepest condolences at the passing of your lovely daughter, Stirling. Find comfort in knowing you and your family are in thoughts and prayers
Warm regards,
Alice Arnold
Susan Travers
July 31, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss John and family, Stirlling seemed like an amazing young woman.
Douglas Alford
July 31, 2012
Dear Alden, Betsy, and all of Stirling's family, our family's prayers and thoughts are with you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Love, Doug Alford and family.
July 30, 2012
Dear Stirling's family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. God bless you with peace and courage. You are in our prayers,
Love, Kirry Talone and family
Deborah Gardner Walker
July 30, 2012
Dearest Stirling, We never met, except maybe when you were a small child at church, but I have been very moved by your strong, upbeat spirit, your openness, your incredible smile and all that you accomplished in your much too short life. Rest in peace, sweet one. Soar with angels. I pray for the comfort of your devoted family and friends. Peace +
Lisa Clark
July 30, 2012
Betsy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Stirling sounds amazing, an old soul. Lisa Clark (AIS)
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