GRIER S. LAUGHLIN

Grier came to mind today, as he often does. Seeing Lisa's recent post, clearly I'm not the only one. Can't believe it's been 10 years since his physical presence was last enjoyed, but he is certainly always with us. Grateful for that and to have shared so many years with him. Thank you, Grier, for the eternal gifts you've given us all.

I saw this come up today and my stomach dropped. I still miss Grier. It is so strange because he has been on my mind especially lately. I can still see Grier and my sister tip toeing across the swimming deck because they didn't want to get anything "ick" on their feet. I am really proud to have known Grier and will always have a special place for him in my heart.

Mrs. Laughlin,
I would like to start out by saying that I am very sorry for your loss. I know you don't know me and I'm sorry it took me so long to contact you, but I was the second car on the scene of the accident. I should have contacted you earlier because there is probably not much I can do for you anymore, but since I'm only 17 I had to really come to terms with everything myself before I could offer to you the answers to any questions you may have or just my recollection of the...

To Grier's family,

I was devastated to learn of Grier's passing today from his long-time friend Scott Cohen. Though its been 20 years since we swam together, I still remember the rail thin backstroking machine that put bigger, stronger and older kids to shame. His gifts in the pool only paled in comparison to the gifts he possessed in character. He ALWAYS had a smile and a laugh and was never too big a star for those not quite as fast.

This tragedy strikes especially...

Grier was an amazing person and not a day goes by that I don't think of him. Even though I didn't see him often I enjoyed many funny phone calls with him- while trying to track Karen down. He had an amazing smile and I will always remember the many laughs we had together usually at my expense. Thank you Grier for loving my best friend with all your heart... you are in our hearts forever and will be deeply missed.

I remember babysitting Bradford and Grier when we lived next door to you. He had such a wonderful personality. My heart goes out to all of you, with great sympathy. Grier will always be remembered by Deanne and me as a great kid.

Sincerely,
Debby Pritchard Brinkman

Just want to express our sincere condolences to the Laughlin family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Grier was a year younger than me at Creek, so I wasn't real close with him, but he was a super-nice guy that was loved by everyone he met.