To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
June 6, 2010
My dear sweet sister-I will always remember your beautiful smile and kind ways. I am a better person for knowing you. I will hold you close to my heart forever. You are so missed.
June 3, 2010
My dearest Rachael-words cannot even begin to explain what you meant to me and my family. I loved you from the moment I met you and I will forever. You had the courage and strenghth that I so admired in you and I will continue to carry with me until we are together again. I miss you more than words can say. I loved being your friend, and feel so blessed that you touched my life, even if it was such for such a short time. To your amazing mom and daughter, I love you both so much, and think of you all the time. I miss my time with Rosey, and look forward to spending time with her again. I have you in my heart and and my strength forever.
I LOVE YOU!!!!
Cathy Turner
June 2, 2010
Damn, Rachael. I so wanted to see you again after we got laid off from Shadow Hills. You were the best. I miss you and I am so sorry that you lost your battle. I will contine to fight mine and I will never forget you. Cathy.
May 16, 2010
Dear Rachael....You are still my biggest hero, and always will be. You taught me almost everything I know about how to really love and really live. Miss you so much...
Vikki Coffey
Janice Proctor
May 16, 2010
What an incredible woman you were. I met you when you just had Rosie and I remember your pure joy at having her.
You called her your "Gift from G-d. You are also a Gift from G-d for your short time here, I was blessed to know you. Rest in Peace
Uncle Lauri
May 16, 2010
Rachael.....your life is a love story. I have learned so much from you. Until we meet again, I'll keep walking. You are a gift~
Donna Reiter
May 15, 2010
It's taken me weeks to find the right words, to try to express the pain and joy that I feel about your passing. The pain being we wasted 30 years between when we last spoke and when we spoke when you visited the dog groomer in Julian with your sweet Mom and daughter. The joy is that you're no longer in pain, thank God, and the joy that I have grown from knowing you as a little 5 year old girl and now as you rejoice in heaven with your Grandma and Grandpa Bockelman. Thank you for your contribution to my life and that of Sherri and Mark when we were neighbors on Tamres Drive. I'll see you again. All my love to your Mom and Rosie.
Cara Luhring
May 12, 2010
Rachael was an amazing woman. She inspired respect with her incredible strength and loving nature. Those of us that have been touch in someway by Rachael will never forget her.
Nicole Logsdon Edwards
May 12, 2010
Shocked and saddened to see that you have passed. I remember your great inspiration to me when we were younger and remember thinking how mature and sure of yourself you were at such a young age. I looked up to you then and now hold you in my prayers.
Truly saddened and my heart breaks for your family.
May God bless you and those who are left behind.
Heather Kibler-Anderson
May 12, 2010
Rachael, you are one of the few people who seem to figure out life before the rest of us. I remember you from high school as many others have said, as a kind, fun, and unique person. Not many people know what's important in life when they are so young. You will be forever missed.
Judith Fenley
May 12, 2010
Blessings to Rachael on her eternal journey of love and peace. I am sure her light will forever shine, especially shinning down upon her beloved daughter, Rosemary Nikol. Deep, deep regards to her family who remain here and who love and hold her in their hearts. "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die" ~ this from a gravestone Mama Iris led me to after her passing. Mama Iris is there with Rachel and likely showing her about or having her by for tea. Special loving regards and support to her Mother, Annie. Love and heartfelt sympathy in such a tender time ~ Blessings, Judith
John Overturf
May 12, 2010
Rachael,
Thank you for inspiring all those around you to be themselves, and to be true. Our world is a darker place without you. I will always remember you.
With love,
Tammy Christy
May 12, 2010
Rachael- your support and encouragement meant so much to me. I will never forget the affirmations and mannerisms that you suggested that I adopt in dealing with "people issues." You had such a unique way of encouraging people to be themselves. I owe a lot of my confidence to you. Thank you for always assuring me that it is ok to be unique and that you don't have to conform to other peoples expectations to make your mark.
Rosemary, your mother was truly special and always had a kind word to offer and a hug to share. I was so blessed to have known her.
Julia Ingersoll Quintero
May 11, 2010
I am saddened to hear of Rachael's passing. She was one of the most unique, true friends that I could have ever had. We knew each other growing up in Lakeside and often walked home from school together. She will be missed terribly. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family, espeically little Rosemary.
Chuck Lundy
May 11, 2010
Shame on me I didn't even know you were sick and now you're gone. Our kids are nearly the same age. You're so young. I'm sure you'll be watching over Rosemary, which I guess is kinda cool for her to have a solid connection like you in the sky. I think a lot of us will look after her here on earth too. Rest well...Chuck
Barbara Peterson
May 11, 2010
My heart was heavy when I learned of Rachaels'passing.My sister, Mary Lou Miller,will have welcomed her to heaven
as she loved Rachael and Rosemary with all her heart as they brought endless joy to her,especially in her last days Rosemary was her one and only precious
grandchild.God bless beautiful Rachael.
Stella Zimmerman
May 11, 2010
Rachael - My heart aches knowing that you have passed. You were kind, independent and your spirit was infectious, and I regret never having told you that in person. My love goes out to your daughter and family. Until we meet again...xoxo
Mickey Miller
May 11, 2010
You'll always be in our hearts and memories, Rach. And your family is in our prayers.
Colby Miller
May 10, 2010
An incredible Momma, Leader, Inspiration, Teacher... and my Friend! Do the Right Thing! I love you with all my heart!! - Colby Miller
Laura Farmer Sherman
May 10, 2010
Bless your spirit and your family. All of us at Susan G. Komen for the Cure in San Diego.
May 9, 2010
Rachael, I will miss seeing you training at Lake Murray. I am so glad we were able to spend time together on one of the 3-Day walks! Thanks for your courage and inspiration. With love, Bethany Herzog- El Cap 90'
Showing 1 - 22 of 22 results

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more