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Lish Whitson
March 2, 2011
Dear Dixie, Our thoughts are with you. Love, Barbara and Lish
Susan Apple Manegold
February 22, 2011
LJ...You and I had a special and very honest friendship. I so enjoyed our talks and your confidences touched me very deeply. I will always cherish singing behind you for the last several years as you truly were a one-of-a-kind performer and spirit. I already miss you dearly.
February 14, 2011
We were so sorry to hear about LJ. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sharron and Jim Whitesel
Jayden Prince
February 13, 2011
I count myself among the fortunate people to have known somebody so full of life and with such a beautiful gift... Your memory will live on through your music and we shall celebrate your life each and every time we listen...
G. Speed
Glen Speed
February 13, 2011
I am very sad she is gone. LJ always encouraged me to be the best singer I could as I am very shy when it comes to performing. I will miss you LJ..R.I.P. my Big Sista
Glenb Speed
Louis Howard
February 12, 2011
To the Porter my thoughts and prayers are with. LJ was an awesome presence and she will missed.
Suzie
February 12, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss; my thoughts and prayers are with L.J. (Melissa's) family. I worked with L.J. about 30 years ago. She was a beautiful and loving person.
Melondy and Monica Day
February 12, 2011
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Bertha Day Rogers
February 12, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Susan Carter-Shields
February 11, 2011
Way to young! She had a beautiful voice!!! I have not been back to Renton in 16 years! Have been watching her on youtube...and she was great! Sorry to the family for the loss of your daughter.
Dawne Fidecaro
February 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to Alton and his family. I knew LJ when i was younger and my dad and i have watched her play a few times. The music world will greatly miss her.
Bonnie Fitzgerald
February 10, 2011
LJ I will miss you. RIP baby girl.I will forever play your CD to hear you sweet voice. Much Luv, Bonnie Fitzgerald
Denise Mossburg
February 10, 2011
L.J. will be truly missed by all. Her smile, caring personality, giving heart and her soulful music. My mom & I last saw her at Highway 99 Club in Seattle in January, she was appearing with Bump Kitchen. The music was as great as always. Gone to soon! Love ya always Denise & Ida.
Jan Carmichael
February 10, 2011
Very sad to hear of LJ passing. For the 20 years ive known her she has been a strong person for me unconditionally loved me promoted me and been tough on me when I needed I will miss her Knowing she is hanging out with Dad cracking jokes puts a smile on my face!! I will be with my dad in calif and will miss being surrounded by her family and friends at the service. Love you girl xoxo
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