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Mom of five
January 4, 2024
This girl here was beautiful. So young and vibrant, and a blessing. This saddens my heart. But knowing shes in a place where she’s loved unconditionally, is comforting. Sending’s blessings and love to your family.
Michele Pamplin
January 5, 2015
Sandy, Sean and Wyatt,
I just wanted you all to know that we at Children's think of you and pray for you all often. We are still saddened by her loss, although I know that doesn't do anything to help you all. I wish you peace in this new year as another anniversary comes up of missing your beautiful daughter. I will never forget her or your family.

this was in 3rd grade when i first met Carly.and we have been friends ever since. i miss and love u so much and god definitely got an angel<3
Jasmine Koita
January 9, 2014
Jeanne Morrison Schilz
February 17, 2013
Sandy, Sean and Wyatt,
My heart aches for your tremendous loss! I just heard yesterday, sandy , that this was your beautiful daughter. I cried when I heard of her passing on the news, not knowing that you were her mother. Just putting my own children in her place, and thinking how much pain you must be feeling. I don't know if you remember me, DG from UND . I remember you and pray for healing for your family.
Love ,
Jeanne (Morrison ) Schilz
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Hannah L.
February 12, 2013
Dear Carly,
I met you when i was in Kindergarten. You were in second grade. We got to know each other when i was in first and you were in third. I always followed you and your friends around and you were nice enough to make me feel including with the bigger kids. You were always the prettest girl I knew and I was always jealous of that. We had some good times that year. I was so sad when you went into fourth grade and had to go to a different school. I missed you a lot. The school felt so different without you. I always asked you brother about you and if you remembered me and I think you did. We didn't talk a lot after that. When i went into fourth grade I saw you again. I became closer with you brother and I always liked when you came to visit him in class. You went to a different school again the next year and I missed you again. In two years we were back at the same school. I don't think you rememeber me as much as I remember you but I still loved you. You still came to visit your brother and tease him. It was so nice to see how much you loved him and I could tell he loved you back just as much even if he was annoyed with you. The next year you moved to another school again. I was looking forward to being at the same school again in two years but now I know that can't happen. Your life was cut too short when all you wanted to do was to make people happy. I never ever saw you being mean to anyone. You were always so upbeat and energetic. You had so many friends. Everyone wanted to be around you. I light my candle to the pretty, accepting, happy, out-going, energetic, popular, nice, funny girl I met that first day of kindergarten. Love you Carls.
Laurel Stinnett
January 29, 2013
Sean, Sandy, Wyatt, and Family -- I am deeply sorry for your loss. Sean, I worked with you at the help desk 14 years ago and I remember when Carly was born -- such a joy. I send you my sympathy and sincere wishes of comfort now and in the days ahead.
January 20, 2013
Dear Sean, Sandy and Wyatt,
Our hearts are sad and we grieve with you in the loss of your beautiful, Carly. So many in our community share in your loss and we are so sorry. May God and faith bring you peace. Please know of our support.
In Sympathy,
Sue Dekich and Family
Grand Rapids
January 19, 2013
What a beautiful girl - both inside and out. You are a special family.
God bless you all,
Carrie, Champlin, MN
Scott Chamberland
January 17, 2013
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
Hayden Family
January 17, 2013
Orange balloons still fly for you in our neighborhood. We think of you every day.......
Amy Hayden
January 17, 2013
always in our hearts
Anne Burgoyne
January 16, 2013
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Anne
January 16, 2013
Sean and Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
God bless you. Stay strong.
Tom, Laurie Awes and Family
Christina
January 15, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I can not imagine what you are going through as a family. stay strong for one another carly is now someones guardian angel.
Chip, Laurie, Matthew, Cj
January 14, 2013
We love you, Carly
Melissa Dvorak
January 14, 2013
I am numb to hear if Carly's death. Our son Thomas, 19 months, was in the hospital the same time Carly was. Pastor Tonya would talk to us about Carly when we checked in. We prayed for her and Thomas at the same time. It is hard to believe your darling girl went to heaven. We grieve with you.
Diane Buchli
January 14, 2013
I can't imagine what you're going through in losing Carly at such a young age - may God help you through this difficult time and may your heart be filled with the joy of your wonderful memories of your beautiful daughter - God bless!
Sue Renner Hartman
January 14, 2013
Sean and family,
I am sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Kim Chrest/Sandy and family
January 14, 2013
Sandy and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your beautiful daughter, Carly. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time and in the days ahead.
God Bless!
Susan Violette
January 13, 2013
I am so very sorry of the loss of your beautiful daughter.My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Gail Johnson
January 13, 2013
Dear Sandy, Sean, Wyatt and family:
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter, sister, and grand-daughter. My heart breaks for you and your loss.
I pray that the Lord will hold your entire family in His healing hands during this difficult time and give you the comfort and strength you need for each minute, hour, and day ahead.
I pray that in the midst of your unbearable grief you will have moments of rest and hope, whether it comes in the form of a praying friend or a shared laugh about a story of Carly.
I pray the Lord brings you moments of peace in the midst of your pain.
Love,
Gail (Carlson) Johnson and family
DG, UND
Monica & Kira
January 12, 2013
May you find strength & peace in this journey without your precious one. You've watched over your angel and now your Angel watches over you.
Dianne Bailey
January 12, 2013
So very sorry ..what a painful time for her family..I pray that friends and family will be there for her parents....they will need love and prayers for a very long time.....
Ann Millican
January 12, 2013
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful and precious daughter, Carly. Although I do not know you or your family, I understand the tragic loss of a child.
I lost my 19 year old son in 2006. A group of women and I work to support mothers that have lost children. We are called ForMomsOnly and can be found on a Website called, DailyStrength.org
If there ever comes a time, that you need or want to share your child with us, or would like to share with other grieving mothers, please visit us at this link...
http://www.dailystrength.org/groups/formomsonly
Lana Golembeski
January 12, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words of comfort that I can give you on the loss of a child. Just know that there are many of us here....walking with you...who understand your pain. My only child was killed 6 years ago so I know how it is feels to lose a beautiful young woman like you did. I i wish there was something I could do or say to take away your pain but I know that that does not exist. Please, please feel free to contact me! I am part of a group called For Moms Only who support each other during our difficult days. Sending you so many prayers and hugs! KNow that so many of us are thinking of you now and forever.

Westwood Hills Neighborhood's tribute
January 12, 2013
A dad
January 12, 2013
May you experience the love and comfort of Jesus.
Ryan senior
January 12, 2013
So,Sorry about your lost! You will be missed at SLP by so many. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her entire family and friends! "Your mater, matters" .RIP CARLY CHRISTENSON forever will be missed!
January 12, 2013
Thinking of your family and hoping the memories of your beautiful girl will comfort you now and always~
The Carden Family
SLP
SLP
Marj Bundgaard
January 12, 2013
May God bless and comfort your family. Emma Bjorgaard's grandma.
Caitlin Seim Serrano
January 12, 2013
Sean, Sandy, and Wyatt,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. I imagine there is no deeper pain than this, and I truly wish I had the capability to ease it for you. Sending you thoughts of healing and peace as you navigate through this. I am so very sorry.
With love,
Caitlin Seim Serrano
UND grad, DG, and SLP mom
January 12, 2013
I am so deeply touched and saddened by your loss. Carly teaches us in life and in death what it means to love life and live from the compassion and joy of Christ, embracing each person she met with grace and good humor. Thats all I have to cling to as I think of this beautiful young girl, the joy she brought, and the grief that now opens up wide. I pray that we hang onto each other and to Christ as we struggle in that chasm, and live from the joy that she embodied to so many. Love and peace to you and your family.
Lette Gamble
Monica & Kira
January 12, 2013
Sean,Sandy,Wyatt,Family & Friends,
My daughter is an SLPSH Junior who worked with Carly at the Freshmen Retreat and was saddened by Carly's passing. My heart also aches. May you find strength & peace in this journey without your precious one. You've watched over your angel and your Angel now watches over you.
Pauli Payne
January 12, 2013
So sorry to hear about the passing of your beautiful girl. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
January 12, 2013
To Carly's family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very sad time. No words can take away the loss you are feeling and we pray that you feel God's love and strength surround you.
Serena Steffenhagen, Harry's mom
diane gillespie
January 12, 2013
Sandy and family, I am sorry for your daughter. I have heard so many wonderful memories about her from the teenagers at work. I am so sorry
January 12, 2013
Please know that the Westwood Early Childhood Center teachers have been thinking about and praying for you all at this moment.
God Bless

January 12, 2013
To Carly's family - You don't know me, however when I heard of Carly's passing I was in shock. This just shouldn't happen, however I know that God needs Angel's in Heaven and he knows what he is doing even though we don't always understand.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all that are fighting the flu right now. God Bless You All!
Sincerely,
Someone thinking of you and your family
January 12, 2013
Praying for your family. So sorry for your loss. Such a beautiful young lady.
Darcy Bock (high school classmate of Jen Olson Byma)
Red Wing, Minnesota
maria eduardo-gonzalez
January 11, 2013
May you Carly be at peace, with Jesus.
Juedi Lepowsky-Alexander
January 11, 2013
May God be with you in this time of trial. Molly and I are keeping you in our prayers.
January 11, 2013
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter, Carly...Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .... John and Patti Wermeling - Kenosha, WI (Uncle & Aunt of Olivia S.)
Joanne Jennings
January 11, 2013
Dear Carly you are now in heaven with the rest of the Angels. We will pray for you and your family.
Blake Smith
January 11, 2013
My locker was directly across the hall from hers. We were so close, I only wish we had the chance to get to know each other. Rest in Paradise Carly <3
Dick & Kay Chmielewski
January 11, 2013
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Marlee Nirenstein
January 11, 2013
Dear Sean, Sandy & Wyatt,
I did not personally know your beautiful daughter (sister), but in seeing her heartbroken and devastated friends' reactions to this tragic loss,it is clear that your Carly was one of a kind. She sounds like someone who was kind to EVERYONE she met, and she made kids feel so special and accepted, and that gift will live on. I have never known a young person to have so many close friends across so many different groups of students, and that says so much about the kind, loving, and accepting daughter you raised. Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. May you take comfort in knowing how many people loved and treasured your precious daughter (sister). She made a difference to so many lives in her too short time here on Earth.
April Kennedy
January 11, 2013
My daughter Ava is also a freshman at SLP and in the same student block. Our hearts have been aching since we heard the news. We would like to send our sincerest condolences, deepest sympathy and love to Carly's family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Bargman/Bartels Family
January 11, 2013
May you experience love and comfort from each other and from the larger communities to which you and Carly belong. From our SLP family to yours --
Molly Hall
January 11, 2013
Sandy, Sean & Wyatt – We are so heartbroken for your loss of your beautiful Carly. May the wonderful memories of her fill your heart and ease your pain. I will remember listening to our girls and their silly antics during carpools to swim practice. I will also remember how Carly's friendship made Syd's SLP transition so much easier. Even my son has fond memories of lip syncing songs with Carly and how her funny brother called the YMCA Camp bus driver a “whippersnapper”. Our time with Carly were mere moments and we still have great memories. I can only imagine the magnitude of beautiful memories you will hold in your heart. Carly made such a huge impression on so many in her short time with all of us. She will be deeply missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Hall Family – Molly, John, Sydney & Joey
The Jones Family
January 11, 2013
God gained a beautiful angel in heaven. There are not words to express my sadness for your loss. I pray that your faith, love and determination sees you through.
January 11, 2013
Sean and Sandy, I am really sorry for your loss, I believed we had our Christmas miracle with each day that passed. You and your family will not be forgotten. I wish there had been more that I could have done for you and your family- I have thought of you every day since we meet. Sorry again for your loss. Ingrid
January 11, 2013
we are truly sorry for your loss. carly will be fondly remembered by so many. our hearts go out to your entire family
- the kuglers
Jacque Christenson
January 11, 2013
My Dearest Carly,
My heart feels so empty since you've been gone. I will still sing "when you wish upon a star" just for you because I will smile everytime I can see your eyes rolling at me. You will be missed and our lives will never be the same without you. Rest in Peace our Dear Carly we miss and love you so much. Aunt. Jacque
January 11, 2013
Sandy and Sean,
My heart is breaking for you (and for Wyatt) as i hear about Carly's death. I was blessed to be a part of her care in the hospital. You all showed such grace and strength for Carly and each other. May your faith continue to help you through, and your family find a way to help each other through your incredible loss of Carly. I wish I had been able to know her as she was, but you all have done a beautiful job of demonstrating that to us and others.
Michele, PICU RN

We All Love You ! <333
Christopher Matos-Bonilla
January 11, 2013
If tears could build a stairway,
And memories a lane,
I'd walk right up to Heaven
And bring you home again.
Carly i will miss you. You where so love i hope you was here i would do anything to bring you back. I Remember before break you YElled CHRISSY And Said Bye HAve A Good break. I Think That Bye reallymeant something god just needed another angel to comfort him in heaven. The Thing i like about you that you was never fake always positive always cheered people up and but a smile in there face You where diffrent . Im Diffrent BY 2 Chainz Was Your favorite song im just still thinking why you why carly not somebody else but im hear just waiting till tomorrow to say one last goodbye but not forever because it feels like a dream but you been in my mind all week im just wondering how your wonderful family is feeling you were so amazing and its crazy how you can bring over 100 people together i remember last year at the junior high we didnt really know each other but you came up to me and you said can i touch your here because it was really spiky im just hoping your parents and family have there heads up We Will Saty Strong Just for you i love you carlss ! #R.I.P Carly #Gone But Not Forgotten
January 11, 2013
Sean, Sandy, and Wyatt,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. We will keep you all in our thought and prayers.
Kirsten, Tim, Zach, and Amelia Ryan
Kelli Winkler
January 11, 2013
I didn't know you, but I'm from SLP and also got the flu on Christmas Eve. Why I got better and you did not breaks my heart. May your family find strength and peace in this time.
kierstin olness
January 11, 2013
Carly I'm going to miss you so much! You had a smile that lit the whole room, you always made me smile and in a good mood even when I'm down(: everytime I hear the song "I'm different" by 2 chains it reminds me of you because we always sang that song and me and you went up to coach dancing like idiots and singing "its cause were different yeah were different haha I'm going to miss being so weird with you and not caring what anyone thinks. I can just hear your voice in the back of my head and your laugh. You were an amazing, smart, beautiful young girl just living your life you didnt deserve to go threw what you went threw, I'm glad you arent suffering anymore I just wish you could of pulled threw it. Well I love you and miss you like crazy! Me and my families prayers go to ur family, parents, and younger brother. Rest in peace<3
January 11, 2013
Your daughter has been in our thoughts and your family in our prayers. Westwood Family - Dave, Joan, Olivia, Thomas and Adam Guenzel
Nitzana Flores
January 11, 2013
Oh Carly. What to say, what to say. You where such a bright light for everyone. You knew how to make people smile and you knew how to make people laugh. There wont ever be a day when I don't remember you. You will always light up a room with your memory. Stay golden, and I'll see you soon :)
Karin Miller
January 11, 2013
My daughter is also a freshman at SLPHS. My deepest sympathy to all who loved Carly. Her family and friends will be in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Jane Clausen (UND)
January 11, 2013
Sean and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. I was saddened when I first heard that a 14-year old girl had died from the flu but when I later learned that Carly was your daughter, it became a whole new and much greater sadness. I pray that God has his arms wrapped tightly around your family and gives you the strength and comfort that only he can give.
Dan Renner
January 11, 2013
Sean, Sandy & Wyatt, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Words fail. Ann & I will hold you up in our prayers for strength and comfort.
January 11, 2013
Carly brought only joy to this world.
Ana Grace Alvarado
January 10, 2013
I may have only met Carly once, but I remember her being an extremely kind girl, and she is a gorgeous girl as well. I still don't understand how this happened, but nobody chose for this to happen. Many people have been saying that Heaven gained another angel, but I think heaven regained their angel.
A St. Louis Park mom
January 10, 2013
May you be blessed with fortitude and peace in the midst of your terrible loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kristine PICU/ECMO RN
January 10, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Carly's parents, brother, family and friends. We are sad with you in the loss of a beautiful and vibrant young lady.
Bob Keller
January 10, 2013
I didn't know your daughter but I am a member of Westwood. We lost our 18 year son Derrick last June, and I know how horrible this is for you. My heart aches for this family. There are no rules for you right now, please remember that. Bob Keller
Minnesota Mom
January 10, 2013
You don't know me, but my heart aches for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers
January 10, 2013
Sandy,
I only met Carly a few times at church and am sorry I did know her. My heart aches for you , Sean, and Wyatt. I imagine the pain you feel must be overwhelming and feels like it will never go away. You have so many people who love and support you and want to help you through this. With them and with God, I hope you find peace and comfort.
Julie Sebby Hulett
Sonya Scheie
January 10, 2013
Carly was such a wonderful person, she didn't have a harsh bone is her body, and she was overall a wonderful person. She will be missed. R.I.P. Carly
Kathy Newman/Cole
January 10, 2013
My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
jasmine koita
January 10, 2013
Carly you will always be remembered in my heart love you
-jasmine koita

Homecoming 2012
January 10, 2013
Words can't express how saddened we are by the loss of Carly. We are just heartbroken. Know that you are surrounded by so much love in this community and that you in our prayers as we all grieve with you.
January 10, 2013
What a beautiful girl! God needed another precious angel and she was called home. May he support and heal you through this difficult time. God Bless!
January 10, 2013
Christenson Family,
My condolences on the loss of your lovely daughter, Carly. Please know that so many people in the community are thinking about your family and keeping you in our prayers. May God bless you and give you comfort and strength in this difficult time.
Terri Johnson, Kids' Place
January 10, 2013
Sean, Sandy and Wyatt,
Our thoughts are with you today and going forward. Your family is really something special. We are so fortunate to have known Carly. Many lives will forever be changed by her beautiful, electric, natural energy.
Love,
The Salamzadeh Family
Steve and Mary Beck
January 10, 2013
Sandy, Sean and Wyatt, We are so deeply saddened by Carlys passing. You have been in our thoughts and prayers since learning of her illness. We hope you and your families will make it through this unbelievably difficult time.
The Baer family
January 10, 2013
Your daughter is a beautiful girl. She will always be remembered.
Laurice Rooney
January 10, 2013
Sean, Sandy, and Wyatt,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Andy thought highly of Carly - she was a beautiful young lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Laurice Rooney, Andy Magill's mom.

Carly, Wyatt and Max circa 2002.
Andrew Mostovoy
January 10, 2013
Sean, Sandy and Wyatt, I am so sorry for your loss. I'll always remember Carly as that happy girl strapped in the seat in the back of your car with Wyatt and my son when we went to Krispy Kreme. My prayers are with you guys.
January 10, 2013
My sincere sympathies to Carly's family and friends.
I am a volunteer at the RMH in Children's Hospital and want you to know that it was my privilege to provide/serve some "comfort food" to you during this extremely difficult and stressfull time.
With Faith and Hope in God's Plan,
Sandy E.
Ketki
January 10, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. RIP Carly, your legacy will live among me forever.
I love you
Lourdes Pamela Juarez
January 10, 2013
Carly, we love you so much you will never be forgotten! You were one of the nicest people I knew and you always brightened my day! You always knew what to say to make me smile or kaugh! I'm thankful I got to know you and I'm honored I got to be your friend. We love you so much! You brought us all together and we will never forget the joy you brought us! Your family, friends, and you are in my prayers and thoughts everyday!
Allison
January 10, 2013
To the kind and loving Christenson family, I am so deeply saddened for your loss. Words cannot express heartache and pain from losing your little girl. My thoughts and prayers are with you always and forever.
Sandy, Pat, Thomas, and Johnny Stone
January 10, 2013
Carly will forever be in our hearts. She this world a better place. We loved you! Sandy, Sean, and Wyatt, we are here for you always. Bless our Carly Sue.
DeMarco Family
January 10, 2013
We got to know Carly through confirmation classes. She was a joy to be around. Our thoughts and prayers will be with her family.
Emily Johnson
January 10, 2013
Wyatt, Sandy, and Sean,
I am so sorry for this deeply felt loss. I was Carly's TIM team counselor at Camp Wapo when I was 16 and she was 10. I remember how wonderful her smile was and how eager she was to grow in her faith, even as a young girl. As a Kids' Place teacher, it brightened my day whenever I worked in her or Wyatt's room. Please know that the Kids' Place family as well as the Westwood community is with you through this difficult time.
Jeanne Hendricks
January 10, 2013
Sandy, Sean and Wyatt,
Words cannot express the grief and sorrow we feel at the loss of your beautiful daughter Carly. She was a wonderful light filled bundle of energy. Our prayers are that God will be with you now and into your future to lift you up, help support you and know you are loved. Mark Jeanne Emiy and Eric Hendricks
Polly O'Grady
January 10, 2013
We will always remember her kind heart and beautiful, ever-present smile. Our prayers are with all of you.
Alberto Orioles
January 10, 2013
Sandy, Sean and Wyatt,
Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss. I am privileged to have met Carly, though too briefly, and to see the love that surrounded her. Please extend my condolences to her grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and to all her friends and everybody that loved her. She will be missed.
Cheryl (Erickson) Myers
January 10, 2013
To Sean and family, We are very saddened to hear of Carly's passing. Our thoughts are with you as you go through this very difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Sean, Sandy and Wyatt!
Deb, Chris, Emma, Becka and Brita Bjorgaard
January 10, 2013
Jeanne Hendricks
January 10, 2013
Sandy, Sean and Wyatt,
Words cannot express how heavy our hearts are with grief over your loss. Carly was a light to us all. We will continue to lift you all up in prayer and ask that God surround you with light and love. Mark Jeanne Emily and Eric Hendricks
Gina (Glomstad) Wilson
January 10, 2013
Sean and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family over the loss of your beautiful daughter. May you find strength and comfort from the support of your family, friends and community during this difficult time.
January 10, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Carly passing away. My daughter knew her and she goes to school with Wyatt so please know that my heart goes out to you and your family
Marshall Johnson
January 10, 2013
Sean, Sandy, Wyatt
Carly's smile, infectious laugh and that twinkle in her eye right before she did something so totally unexpected will be the light that gets us all through the darkness. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sarah Ferguson
January 10, 2013
We are so very saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Eric, Freja, & Ilsa Olsen & Sarah Ferguson
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