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for Christian Goodall
Mahesh C Bhardwaj
October 29, 2024
Christian might not be here
but
He lives in the hearts-minds of all those whose life this lovely human being touched!
Vincent Hinojosa
December 17, 2010
Aunt Cazella,Uncle Amos, Hawley,
I just now came upon this. I do not know if you remember me Vincent your nephew.
Even though I only met Christian once when he 6. I remember how he taught me to catch firebugs in a jar, that summer night in 1987.A memory I cherish.
My heart felt sympathy to all of you.
your nephew Vincent Luis Hinojosa
Daniel Cirucci
December 14, 2010
I just now learned of Christian's death.
I so enjoyed teaching Christian at Penn State Abington.
He sat near the front of the class and I will remember him for his quick wit, his sunny smile and his inquiring mind.
My heart goes out to the Goodall family. Please know that you will remain in my prayers.
Dan Cirucci
us at brews
kelsey hook
November 27, 2010
dear christian's family,
its been almost a month since christian has pasted. i worked yesturday for the first time since then. it still feels alot diffrent. i miss him dearly. i hope everything is well with all you guys. :) always in our hearts
Sara and Ron Porter
November 11, 2010
Dear Amos and Family:
What a tremendous loss....our hearts ache for you and your family....can not imagine the pain you are feeling. We are praying for you. Godspeed to you. With deep sadness. Ron and Sara Porter
Chris Hillner
November 10, 2010
Christian,
You were such a fun guy to be around I remember always laughing with you. My thoughts are with you and your family in this time of great grief.
Joyce Matthews
November 9, 2010
Dear Casey, Amos and family,
The circle of people who care about you is wider than you can imagine. Each day you are included in more prayers. Every moment someone is thinking of you and hoping you find strength and comfort in your happy memories. You have our deepest condolenses.
Joyce and Fred
Bob and Kim Lieb
November 9, 2010
Amos, Casey, and Hawley:
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jay & Anne Storch
November 9, 2010
Dear Amos and Casey,
We just learned of your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Jay and Anne
November 9, 2010
Dear Amos and Casey,
We were away for a week and were shocked upon returning to hear of the death of your son. We are so sorry that we weren't here to support you during this very difficult time but be assured that you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Dave and Linda Thiel
Emily
November 8, 2010
Dear Goodall family,
I only spoke with Christian a few times where he worked, but I have never met anybody that I was so quickly moved by their spirit, with such loving, kind, caring, positive, and generous energy emanating from them. I can only imagine how beautifully wonderful of a person he was, I thought often of becoming friends, and wish I could of had the honor of knowing him; I am grateful for the few times I spoke with him.
With my deep sympathy,
Kathleen Donovan
November 8, 2010
Dear Casey, Amos and Hawley,
My deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones during this difficult time. I have so many great memories of Christian during our time together at F.I.S.H. He was a beautiful soul.
Gretchen McAdams (Kirkpatrick)
November 8, 2010
Dear Amos and Casey,
I was just so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. I will keep you both and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I fondly remember times that we spent with all of you before my mom passed away. My love and sympathies are with you all.
Sloan Jump
November 8, 2010
Dear Amos, Casey, Hawley and Jeff,
Just learned today of your tragic loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With love and sympathy,
Sloan and Mike Jump
Bob & Eileen Booz
November 8, 2010
Dear Casey & Amos,
We send our deepest condolences on the death of you son, Christian. We were sadden to see his obituary last week and wanted to express our sincere sympathy as you grieve over his loss. We pray that God will comfort you and sustain you in the weeks ahead.
Carolyn & John Bellanti
November 7, 2010
Dear Casey, Amos, Hawley & family, News of your tragic loss has reached us here in Italy. We are lighting a candle for you in every Italian church we enter and keeping you in our hearts and prayers as you grieve. We pray that the loving support of our church family and of all those who love and grieve with you will be of comfort.
David Fortney
November 7, 2010
Casey and Amos,
We were so sorry to learn of your family’s sudden loss. Our prayers are with all of you. Faith, family and friends will help you move forward.
Fondly,
The Fortneys – David, Jacqueline, Hunter
Jihane Rohrbacker
November 7, 2010
Amos, Casey and Hawley. There are no words that could take away your pain, but I want to let you know that you are in my prayers. I hope you can find strength knowing that so many people are thinking of you and ready to help. Please take care of each other and celebrate the birth of your grandson. sincerely, JIhane Rohrbacker
Rachel Kabb-Effron
November 6, 2010
Amos and Casey - So sorry to hear of your loss. I will pray for you all. What a tragic loss. Rachel Kabb-Effron
Silvi Lawrence
November 6, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Goodall family for its tragic loss of your son.
May god give you comfort during this very difficult time.
November 6, 2010
Amos and Casey
I was shocked and saddened. I have informed my Children and they send their sympathies. This just isn't fair but I know you will survive. I pray for you both and Christian
Hub Kirkpatrick
Tarpon Springs, Fl
November 6, 2010
Dear Amos and Casey,
My sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ellen McGrory, Boston, MA
November 6, 2010
Amos,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family have my deepest condolences.
Joe Gilsoul
November 6, 2010
As I told you Amos, I am shocked to hear the news about Christian's passing. Our Children are supposed to out live us. Know that he is in a better place and with your Parents now. May God rest Christian's soul. My prayers & thought are with you and Casey. Lane W. Ellis, long time friend & claasmate of Amos from Heidelberg American High School, Heidelberg Germany.
JOHN J. DUFFY
November 6, 2010
Dear, dear Amos & Casey:
The Italian and I pray to The Master Weaver who planned the whole design that He be with you to comfort you in these sorrowful days. We reckon that Christian needs none of our prayers: he paid his heavenly tuition before he left us. God Bless.
JJD & The Italian
Helen Pressler
November 6, 2010
Casey, Amos & Hawley, Our condolences go out to you and we pray for peace for you all. Christian, may God give you the peace you are searching for. Helen & John Pressler ( Tyrone)
November 6, 2010
Mr. & Mrs. Goodall-
My prayers go out to you and your family. I only knew Christian for a short period of time while he worked at The Nittany Lion Inn. He had a fun loving spirit and will be missed.
God be with you.
Kristal
November 6, 2010
Casey and Amos
I wish I could be there for you at this heart wrenching time. I pray for God's peace for all of you.
Valerie Fisher (Bortner)
Portia Webb
November 5, 2010
Amos, Casey, and Hawley,
My sincere condolences. I pray that your family would be comforted during this time.
tom sciabica
November 5, 2010
Dear Goodall Family,
Our deepest sympathy to your family. Our prayers are with you. May God watch over you and protect you.
God Bless
Tom & Mary Sciabica
Amber Krieg
November 5, 2010
Casey and Amos,
My heartfelt condolences on your loss.
Amber Krieg
Michele Matis Heater
November 5, 2010
Goodall Family, My deepest sympathy.Christian will be greatly missed,he had such a big heart.
November 5, 2010
Amos - My deepest heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the tragic passing away of your son. May God rest his soul and comfort you and yours with many wonderful memories of him.
Stan Vasiliadis
November 5, 2010
Dear Amos, Casey, Hawley, and Jeff: Please accept my very sincere sympathy and my wish that your memories of happier times provide comfort to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sally Schoffstall (Allentown, PA)
Michaela Nyström
November 5, 2010
Dear Amos and Casey,
We were shocked, sad and sorry for Your loss of Christian. Our thoughts are with You at this difficult time of sorrow.
Our deepest condolences,
Bo, Monica & Michaela
Emilio Hinojosa
November 5, 2010
Cazella and Amos,
I have been praying you for each night and pray that you find peace in Gods great love for you.My love is with you.
Love your bother Emilio
Andrew & Katie Prestia
November 5, 2010
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bless you all & be with you & help guide you through this.
Andrew & Katie Prestia
Marielle Hazen
November 5, 2010
Dear Amos and Casey,
I cannot begin to imagine what you are going through. I am so very sorry for your loss. The comments in this guestbook speak to the joy and light your son brought to those who knew him. May he now find peace. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Rob DeLong
November 5, 2010
Dear Amos and family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your son. May his memory be a blessing.
Rob DeLong
November 5, 2010
Dear Amos and Family: My sympathy goes out to you and your family. May God Bless you all. I will remember Christian in my prayers. Dale McClain, Worcester, PA
Jeff Marshall
November 5, 2010
Dear Amos and Casey -
I wish I had words to console you in your sorrow. I have none, but wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts. I hope that Christian has now found a place of grace and peace and joy where he can be free.
Jenny Spearly
November 5, 2010
To all that had the opportunity to know Christian;
My memories of Christian begin back at Easterly Parkway Elementary School. He was one of the funniest people I have ever met. Not only that, he was a sweet, sincere, caring person. I never had a bad experience when I was with Christian. We ended up living in the same apartment building in college, and I was blessed with having him in my life again.
He will truly be missed by all that he touched. My sincere sympathy goes out to his family and friends. May the memories Christian gave you let you smile.
November 5, 2010
Casey and Amos,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Dan & Giovanna Genard
Katherine Pearson
November 5, 2010
Amos and Casey -- I'm so sorry to hear of your son's passing. This lovely obituary speaks so eloquently to the love your family has shared and the joys that he has brought to so many lives. My prayers to all of you.
Rob Clofine
November 5, 2010
Amos,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
November 5, 2010
Dear Amos and Family:
My sincere condolences to you all. I pray that God's peace, that passes all understanding, be yours today and in the days to come. Jacqui Shafer, Esq.
Jenny Rider
November 5, 2010
My deepest sympathy to your family. You are in my prayers.
Derek Leonard
November 5, 2010
To the Goodall family; I am deeply sorrowed and humbled by your loss. May your thoughts and prayers be of peaceful nature and remian unclouded through these trying times. I was fortunate enough to see Christian this past Saturday nite. We were so excited to see each other and catch up. His smiling face, as always, was such a treat to see. Stay strong and God Bless.
Mahesh & Mini Bhardwaj
November 5, 2010
So distraught we are that I do not even know how to or what to say to you, except that we lost our beloved son, friend, and brother.
I have been struggling to think and feel from Christian's view and all I see is love! He epitomized this and he leaves a legacy for us poor people, which we most direly need. As I say this, I see Christian's natural smile as if it understood all and healed all. A gift such is something to behold, something to be proud of! He shall live forever wherever he touched his life.
Amos, Casey, Hawley, and the family, you needn't be told that our hearts overflow with sorrow and also with God's love that gave us His wonderful son so close to us.
Maggie McCartin
November 5, 2010
Dear Casey, Amos and Hawley,
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
Marion Chisholm ( Glanville )
November 4, 2010
From one cousin to another .
My thoughts and prayers are with all your family .May god hold your heart and help guide you through this time.
Anna Martemucci
November 4, 2010
I grew up a block away from Christian. As I try to wrap my head around this incomprehensible loss, I keep scrambling for some solid memories of things we did together, moments we shared. But in the shock, grief, and the years since we were kids and then teenagers, it feels like when I try to remember events, my sad brain panics, and I can't grab onto anything solid.
What I'm left with though, is a palpable aura: the feeling of what it was like to be around Christian; to actually be near him. He had this presence--a kind of low hum of relaxed kindness. He made it feel okay to say nothing--for long periods of time--while sitting in his basement. Or to say a lot. At any time. Like on the phone, out of nowhere, on a Wednesday.
I also know that he was funny. Really funny. The kind of funny that waits dormant until striking at precisely the right second. Deadpan funny. Under the radar, brilliant, surprising funny.
He was also the first true cinephile I ever met, even as a kid, and when I look at my adult life, I find I've surrounded myself overwhelmingly with people who love movies the way that Christian did.
Another memory that keeps running through my knocked over, disoriented head is this:
The first day of junior high. I was terrified. Vomiting terrified. I was so scared to go to school I remember every second felt like it had weights attached to it. I walked out of my house, up the block, and there at the strange new bus stop, the place most rife with freaked-out adolescent anticipation, was you Christian. And you were nice to me. You were calm and you were funny and you were there, most of all you were there, with that sweet, kind, low hum. Thank you.
Rest in peace my friend.
With deepest sympathies to the Goodalls.
Elena & Dave Cantwell
November 4, 2010
Cazella, Amos & Hawley,
Dave and I send our love and prayers for you deep loss. Christan was such a fine young man, that we can see that from all the notes on.
his guestbook. How I wish that I could have known him!
We love you and know he will always be remembered by those who loved him so.
Love your sister,
Elena and Dave
Marissa Peagler
November 4, 2010
Having known Christian since the third grade, we shared a lot of laughter. As we are all feeling this loss, my thoughts are with Christian's family and all that miss him dearly. He will not be forgotten.
November 4, 2010
My deepest sympathy to your family. Mark Enis
Vanessa Russo
November 4, 2010
Casey, Amos, family, and friends. I came to know Christian through Monica. Although I was only in Christian's presence a handful of times I can tell you he had one of the best senses of humor, a smile that could light up a room, and a heart bigger than the sky. I hope you find just a little comfort in how many people his light has touched in such a short period of time. Prayers and healing love are going out to you.
Jackie (Roberts) Smith
November 4, 2010
To the Goodall family,
At this most difficult time I hope you can find some comfort in knowing how many lives Christian touched in his short 29 years of life. Mine was one of them. I felt so fortunate to have been friends with Christian for the past 17 years. We shared many memories together, mostly throughout high school and during the summers. Throughout our friendship, Christian was kind, thoughtful and most of all, extraordinarily funny. He could turn a boring math class into the most entertaining 45 minutes of my day. His sense of humor and smile brought so much happiness to everybody who knew him, and that is how I will remember my friend. I'll miss seeing Christian's face whenever I come home to visit. State College will never be the same without him. You all have my deepest sympathies. May you find strength together as a family.
Steve and Denise Kochersperger
November 4, 2010
We have fond memories of Chris running about and always smiling, smiling, smiling at Friends School. Bless you and may you find peace.
Pamela Cassera
November 4, 2010
Amos, Casey and Hawley,
Words are hard to find to express my grief and sympathy for you and your family. Christian was always such a wonderful, happy young man and shall always be remembered as such. May you find solace in the support you have in friends and family and with your personal relationship with the Lord.
Sincerely, Pamela Cassera, Alison and Travis Moerschbacher's Mother - LOGOS and F.I.S.H.
Anne Cramer
November 4, 2010
Memory Eternal
Edwina Vauclain
November 4, 2010
You'll never be alone in the sorrow that you bear. May it comfort you to know others are thinking of you at this difficult time. May Cristian rest in peace.
November 4, 2010
My deepest sympathy to your family. Chris Faust
November 4, 2010
Christian Goodall! A locals' local! My happy friend in the mist of Happy Valley. As a well-spent day brings a happy sleep, so life well used brings a happy departure. The positive energy you provide and the unconditional love is woven tight. The many blessings of hospitality and generosity is memorized and taught forward. The wonderful things you have done for others and this world remains forever.
Thank you for your friendship and brotherhood. You make the best home-made enchiladas from SCRATCH my Latino brother. God Bless, Peace.
FK
Shirley 'Becker' was Glanville
November 4, 2010
To all of Christians' family,
My deepest sympathy in your loss. You have been thru' so much this year with losing Aunt Dora. May God watch over each and everyone of you through out this trying time and always. My prayers are with all of you.
Nance Glantz
November 4, 2010
My memories started with CEA in State College. Recent memories were from Christian spending time with my daughter in LOGOS. I'm very sorry about your son and brother.
Patty Bennett
November 4, 2010
Casey and Amos - You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Jesse Barlow
November 4, 2010
Amos-- You and your family are in my thoughts.
Linda Morrow
November 4, 2010
Casey,
With tender thoughts of a mother to you. Christian and I both volunteered at LOGOS.
November 4, 2010
Amos - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of your great loss.
Catherine Williams
November 4, 2010
Amos - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of your great loss.
Cherie Readinger Obiri
November 4, 2010
Christian you will be deeply missed. I hope you are at peace and in a better place. Thank you for all the smiles, laughter and fond memories that we shared at school, at FISH, etc. You were a wonderful person and true friend who touched so many lives. May you shine down on us from Heaven.
Mr. & Mrs. Goodall and Hawley: My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find strength through family and friends during this very difficult time.
Susan Butterworth
November 4, 2010
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May you turn to God, family and friends for comfort at this most difficult time.
Caitlin Bala-Neff
November 4, 2010
I remember back in the day, our sleep over we had. Those were the days at friends school. It was so nice to see you this past summer. I won't forget your smiling face. My family and I hold you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. You will be missed.
Dawn Goshorn
November 4, 2010
My deepest sympathies go out to the Goodall family. Such a tragedy that this world has lost an amazing, caring person such as Christian far too early. May you all find love and support to guide you through your grief and may Christian rest in peace.
November 4, 2010
Oh, Casey and Amos,how very sad to learn of this. My heart aches for you. Please know that my prayers are with both of you.
Bonnie Telegraphis
Barbara and Bryce Jordan
November 4, 2010
Amos and Casey: We are so very sad to hear of Christian's death. You are very much in our thoughts. Stay strong.
Jenifer (Hall) O'Connor
November 4, 2010
Casey, Amos and Hawley,
My prayers are with you during this terrible tragedy.
Jenifer (Hall) O'Connor
Nikki Foxx
November 4, 2010
I will miss seeing your smiling face, Christian, but will always remember the fun days. So many people loved and cared for this wonderful man..... Prayers and thoughts with the Goodall family during such a tragic and hard time.
Rebecca Matis
November 4, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 4, 2010
Dear Amos,Casey and Hawley,
Our hearts go out to you during this terrible time of tragedy and can only attempt to feel your profound sence of loss. WE extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Our prayers are with all of you.....
Suzy Alexander and Bonnie Avillion
November 4, 2010
Casey and Amos, So So sorry for you both, my heart hurts for you guys. I still see him , the sweet little boy in our neighborhood, so busy having fun. We sure do love you guys and saying lots of prayers as you go thru these tough days. Debbie and Allan Matis
Donald Hahn
November 4, 2010
I was so shocked and saddened to hear the news. I remember Chris as such a bright kid and a great person. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Jeff Bundy
November 4, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Goodall family during this trying time. I pray that you find solace in the love that so many people have for Christian.
Christian and I were in FISH together and I will always cherish the fond memories I have of him. One of my favorite memories of Christian was from my senior year, which was probably Christian's sophomore year in high school. His father, Amos, was running for office and Christian asked if I would be in a campaign ad for him.
That was such a fun afternoon because of Christian's keen sense of humor. Everyone on the "set" was cracking up between takes because of Christian's jokes.
Christian, you were always quick to crack a joke and share a smile... you will be missed.
Rest in peace.
November 4, 2010
Amos & Casey,
How sad to hear about your loss. Our hearts, prayers and thoughts are with you both. Much love from us.
Jere & Bonnie Willey
Rene & Rick Day
November 4, 2010
So, so sorry. We will be praying for Christian and all of you. Praying that tender memories and love will help ease the pain and ache in your hearts. Our hearts are with you.
Rita & Corey Milman
November 4, 2010
Christian was a beautiful, wonderful young man. He was a kind, generous, loving & wonderful friend. He will be greatly missed.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
J
November 4, 2010
Hi Christian -
So many things I've yet to tell you, I wish you could stay for a little bit more.
I have my next speech presentation due in 2 weeks. Who will calm my nervousness?
We were supposed to go watch a movie in the theater - to satisfy your love for film, and also because you sat through Easy-A with me.
Remember how you were angry with me for being late to our dinner at Bellefonte? But how that was redeemed when you noticed how breathtaking it was with the setting rays against winding roads of the quaint ol' town, the delicious dinner at the old Italian restaurant, Jim's which you frequented when you were young.
You have provided me happiness, and love for the short period of time we spent together. You're something I will never forget for the entirety in my life, for you have taught me to be appreciative of what I have.
I miss you C, so extremely much. I just wish I could have been, that I should have been there.
Rest in peace, I will be seeing you again.
I love you.
Jenifer (Hall) O'Connor
November 4, 2010
Dear Casey, Amos, and Hawley, You are in my prayers. Jenifer
Bob and Judy DeArmitt
November 4, 2010
Casey and Amos - We are so sorry for your loss. In the days, weeks and months ahead take comfort in knowing that your son is with God and smiling down at you.
Pam and Charlie Gudeman
November 4, 2010
Casey and Amos -- Prayers and blessings to you on the death of your son.
Jann Gorske
November 4, 2010
Casey & Amos,
Know that our thoughts & prayers are with you during this time. It is with great fondness & memories that I will think of Christian.
Love
Jann Gorske
Guy & Ruth Rudy
November 4, 2010
Amos & Casey.
We are very sorry to hear about your great loss. You have our deepest sympathy.
Adam Ragusea
November 4, 2010
Dear Goodalls,
I'm so sorry to hear this news. I have very fond memories of playing with Christian when we were little boys.
Armando &Karen Hinojosa
November 4, 2010
Cazella, Amos and Hawley -Our prayers are with you. Christian was such a light in our eyes and made us smile with his great sense of humor.He will always be in our hearts and never forgotten.He has so many friends that love him dearly and will miss him. May you and Christian find peace. We love you dearly.
Your brother Armando and Karen
Hilary Riedemann
November 4, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Christian and I lived on the same floor our freshman year at Susquehanna, and he was always so much fun. I have a lot of good memories from those times. My thoughts and prayers are with you; and Christian, rest in peace.
Lori Capellari
November 4, 2010
Seems like nursery school carppool just ended!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May Christian's memory serve as a blessing to those who loved him.
The Capellari Family
Eileen O'Hara and Chuck Biddle
November 4, 2010
Dear Casey and Amos,
Our hearts are broken for you and your family. We are keeping Christian and all of you in our prayers. With love,
David Baran
November 4, 2010
Thoughts and prayers from the Baran family.
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